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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.
Exploring Agnostic Belief Systems in Horror: Echoes of Faith and Fear
Horror as a genre has long been a space where belief systems are tested against the unknown. In many tales, characters are confronted with supernatural forces, pushing them to rely on their cultural, religious, or personal beliefs to survive. But what happens when no single belief system triumphs over the darkness? Instead, every faith and legend seem to mirror one another, offering both no answer and all answers at once. This agnostic perspective on religion in horror provides a fascinating lens to explore the theme of uncertainty, where truth becomes a kaleidoscope of traditions and rituals.
By Samantha Almeidaabout a year ago in Horror
Exorcism of Black Hollow Manor
Black Hollow Manor sits like a ghost - its walls eaten by ivy, stone front deteriorating - beyond the bounds of a forgotten hamlet steeped in mystery and sadness. The village whispers about this long-ago abandoned home in hushed tones, referring to it as a location where no living man dares set foot. It is said to be most definitely cursed, haunted by the tormented spirits of the Hawthorne family, which lived within its confines up until their inexplicable disappearance one horrific night a century ago.
By Nasser Mahmoudabout a year ago in Horror
Ashwood Forest Under the Blood Moon
On the outskirts of Maplewood, a small, seemingly perfect town, lies Ashwood Forest-a thick grove of old trees said to be cursed. The locals stay away from it, especially when the harvest moon is shining and turning a deep scarlet. Legend has it that during the blood moon, the forests are prowled by evil beings who feed on anyone stupid enough to approach them.
By Nasser Mahmoudabout a year ago in Horror
Whispers from the Attic
Overview of the Attic Whispers On the end of a dead-end street, in the quiet and peaceful neighborhood of Maplewood, lay a Victorian house more than a century old. A terrible disaster had struck this home that brought so much joy and happiness. The disaster snatched it and turned it into the fable told by campfires, part of city folklore. This mansion has been abandoned for decades since the family disappeared under a spate of strange happenings. Even if only the most courageous of the curious were drawn to its humming streets, most of them would actually feel that its existence had quite a different effect. The first half of the book involves the character of Sarah, a young lady in her twenties, returning to Maplewood. Local mythology of weird incidents on that haunted home, which came to be known as the Hawthorne home, draws her into it. Despite warnings from neighbors about weird sounds and spooky shadows, she investigates the estate in pursuit of an answer to whether the stories that haunt her dreams are true.
By Nasser Mahmoudabout a year ago in Horror
The Shadow Beneath the Floorboards
Merriweather Manor was an old Victorian house situated in the quaint town of Eldridge, encircled by rolling hills and beautiful forests. Spirits of people from a time long forgotten, so the townspeople said, haunted it. For twenty years it had sat abandoned, its windows blacked out, the grass growing over into the yards, until one brave family tried to make the house their home.
By Nasser Mahmoudabout a year ago in Horror
The Whispering Shadows
It was a cold autumn evening when I received the letter. There was no return address, just my name scrawled in thick black ink. Intrigued, I opened it to find an invitation to visit an old manor on the outskirts of town—a place I had never heard of before. The letter claimed I was the inheritor of an estate that had belonged to a distant relative. Curiosity got the better of me, and against my better judgment, I decided to visit.
By Ƒนʀƙเ ฬʀเτєรabout a year ago in Horror
Play Dead (2022): Twisted Fear Comes Alive
You’re going to play dead? But you’re still alive. Play Dead is a 2022 thriller. To rid evidence of potential jail time, Chloe fakes her own death and is taken to the morgue. As Chloe sneaks around the dark halls, she learns the dark truth of what the coroner is really doing in this twisted business.
By Marielle Sabbagabout a year ago in Horror
Horror Icons: Ghostface
”What’s your favorite scary movie” - Ghostface. That famous tagline comes from a killer who is perhaps the most effective slasher in history, Ghostface from the Scream series. For nearly 30 years Ghostface has been the reigning champ of both slasher and whodunnit films. Ghostface is also one of the greatest horror icons to ever grace the screen.
By Joe Pattersonabout a year ago in Horror
Why 'Beetlejuice' Remains a Timeless Classic: 35 Years of Mischief and Magic. AI-Generated.
Start writing...Since its release in 1988, Tim Burton’s "Beetlejuice" has captivated audiences with its unique blend of dark humor, eccentric visuals, and memorable characters. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, this cult classic continues to resonate with both longtime fans and new viewers alike. In this article, we delve into the reasons why "Beetlejuice" has stood the test of time and remains a beloved fixture in pop culture.
By PREVIEW THE WORLDabout a year ago in Horror
Halloween Ends
Halloween Ends was a letdown. Let’s say Corey took up the mantle. That was the movie that was set up. Why did this not happen? The hospital scene in Kills was heavy-handed but could have made more sense with Corey being the new killer. Haddonfield knew what happened when they succumbed to fear. Instead of succumbing to fear, Corey was what happens when one gives into the darkness.
By DJ Robbinsabout a year ago in Horror
