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Movie reviews for horror fans; from gruesome bone-chillers to dark horror thrillers, a showcase for frightful films that seek to entertain and to terrify.

Unearthing the Terrifying Truth: The History Behind Elma Horror’s Creepy Story
I gazed out the window as a blistering bolt blazed through the sky and struck the Silver Birch from its roots. This is no day to go to the woods. They’re not haunted. Dave drivels nonsense, especially when Lee’s around. ‘Elma’ Dave called her. Seriously? He said that she had an orphanage hidden in the woods, where she boiled the orphaned children alive and bathed in their blood. When the townsfolk caught her, they burnt her alive. He said you can still hear her blood-curdled screams at night. Nonsense. I looked to the right and there he was, thumping his feet as he walked, mud splattering up his striped joggers.
By VETTI BOYSabout a year ago in Horror
The Mirror’s Edge
It was supposed to be a simple heirloom, passed down from my grandmother—an ornate mirror with a gilded frame, intricate carvings of vines and flowers twisting along its edges. It had hung in her hallway for decades, always pristine despite its age. She had always warned us, half-joking, “Be careful what you see in this mirror; it might see you too.”
By Mayaabout a year ago in Horror
Room No. 407
Room No. 407 Cold drizzle poured through the night of October and began drumming against the windshield as David pulled into the parking lot of the Redwood Inn. The neon sign flickered and cast some eerie shadows on wet asphalt. He had driven hours and needed rest, which the small, seemingly humble motel seemed to have, so he stopped overnight in the place.
By Himansu Kumar Routrayabout a year ago in Horror
The Christmas Mirror
The McAllister family was thrilled to be spending Christmas in their newly purchased Victorian house. The old home, nestled on the outskirts of town, came with creaky floorboards and drafty windows but exuded an undeniable charm. This year’s holiday promised to be perfect, with snow gently falling outside and the scent of fresh pine wafting through the air.
By Modhilrajabout a year ago in Horror
The Christmas Lights That Lured Them
The first snowfall of December blanketed Maple wood, a quaint suburban neighborhood known for its extravagant Christmas displays. Every house on Evergreen Lane was adorned with twinkling lights, inflatable Santas, and glowing reindeer. It was a tradition—a friendly competition to see who could outshine their neighbors. This year, however, something felt different.
By Modhilrajabout a year ago in Horror
The Mystery of Slender Man: Is it Real or Not?
The Slender Man phenomenon has been under debate and discussion on the internet for over a decade. This has resulted in debates, discussions, and even real-life events that blur the line between fiction and reality. The mysterious figure in the tall, faceless man in a black suit has often been portrayed as otherworldly, causing harm to anyone of those meeting him. But is Slender Man real, or rather a product of collective imagination? The answer lies in the bowels of internet folklore.
By soman Goswamiabout a year ago in Horror
The Christmas Doll That Watched Me Sleep
Christmas had always been my favorite time of year. The lights, the songs, the magic—it all felt like stepping into another world. This year was no different. Snow blanketed the streets, and our home smelled of pine needles and cinnamon. But this Christmas brought something else. Something I’d never forget.
By Modhilrajabout a year ago in Horror
REVIEW: SMILE and SMILE 2
It was a smiley time this Hallowe’en, with Smile 2 in the cinemas and Smile itself hitting streaming services to cash in on this. It’s been a quick turnaround for writer-director Parker Finn, who released his short film Laura Hasn’t Slept in 2020, built on it with the feature-length follow-up Smile in 2022 and turned out the second feature this year. In that short time, the Smile sequence has established itself as one of the most popular and celebrated horror franchises of the last decade.
By Daniel Tessierabout a year ago in Horror
The Real Haunted Story Of The Algonquin Resort
They clustered together around the tunnel entrance to the ancient staff quarters, listening to the Kilted Tour Guide tell a story of a previous employee who continued to work long after his shift was done. There were over 50 individuals in this particular group. There was a gathering of individuals who owed an awed as the narrative of the night watchman, who paces the grounds as he did in life, was recounted inside the cramped confines of the chamber.
By TheNaethabout a year ago in Horror
The Christmas Mirror
The first snow of the season blanketed the quaint town of Evergreen Falls, coating its cobblestone streets and Victorian-style houses in a soft, white glow. Among the holiday bustle, a small antique shop named Yesterday’s Treasures stood out, its window displays filled with vintage ornaments, dusty snow globes, and faded porcelain figurines.
By Modhilrajabout a year ago in Horror
The Snowman’s Secret
The first snowfall of the year blanketed the town of Ravens hollow in a thick layer of pristine white. For ten-year-old Sophie and her younger brother Max, it was the perfect opportunity to build the biggest, most elaborate snowman they had ever created. Bundled up in scarves and mittens, they worked tirelessly in the backyard, rolling snow into enormous spheres.
By Modhilrajabout a year ago in Horror
Santa’s Shadow
Christmas Eve in the Walker household was a time of joy and tradition. Seven-year-old Emily sat cross-legged in front of the fireplace, clutching a mug of hot cocoa as her parents read her favorite Christmas stories. The twinkling lights on the tree cast warm, colorful reflections on the walls, and the scent of gingerbread cookies filled the air.
By Modhilrajabout a year ago in Horror