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Pop culture for horror junkies; all about the famous films, creepypasta tales, trends and tropes that bled from the fringes of fright into the macabre mainstream.
Why do we love Horror?
Pulse racing, heart pounding. You lay awake, your thoughts racing. Your stomach flutters uneasily. In any other circumstance, you’d be worried about your symptoms; yet these are all things we can look forward to after watching a particularly good horror film. We (almost) all love a good scare, but why is that? What blurs the lines between fear and entertainment? We like watching horror films simply because it's entertaining. It acts as a means to fend off boredom. Scary movies are something you either really love or avoid at all costs. Logically, we should be running away from things that induce fear. But horror movies have a way of drawing a lot of people in. It's a little confusing if you stop and think about it, but horror entertainment is a very popular genre. According to research and experts, there are a few different reasons behind why people like scary movies. people watch scary movies for three main reasons: tension, relevance, and unreal ism. For some, watching scary movies can be an entire experience due to the mystery and the shock. Others who are drawn to it due to "relevance," find elements in the movie that they can relate to. Those who like horror due to its "unreal ism" enjoy it because they know for a fact that it's all fake anyway. For them, it's just pure entertainment and fun.
By Aditya verma5 years ago in Horror
HORROR MOVIES: IS THE FRANCHISE DYING? OR, MAKING A KILLING?
Perhaps, one of the most popular genres in The film industry is HORROR movies. Whether it’s the new faces of whore or classic characters being remade for audiences, it’s not hard to see why. In the past couple of years there have been new faces of her added to the genre as well as remakes of classic movies. However, Do they live up to their predecessors? Personally one of my mottos is “Life’s no fun without a good scare!” a line that pays homage to Tim Burton’s 1993 Classic Film THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, but I suppose you might say, “That’s a Ghost of a different color.”
By GARY MAZIN5 years ago in Horror
COVID Crisis Wreaks Havoc On Upcoming Horror Film Release Date 'Hallowed Be Thy Name'
The writer, director, and producer of 'Hallowed Be Thy Name' has informed us of a delayed date for the film release. After preparing for a release date of June 2, 2020 to all major digital platforms and cable, the film release has been postponed until later in the month. While an exact date has not yet been confirmed between Gravitas Ventures and 3rd Fathom Films, fans should anticipate the film to be available late June or early July. The film had to abandon theaters earlier this year after businesses began to shut down due to the severity of the Coronavirus pandemic. It's unfortunate to announce that the film is being affected by yet another setback under the constantly changing circumstances. While the delay is disappointing, Gravitas Ventures and 3rd Fathom films hope to have a new release date announcement soon. Fans can expect more information to circulate about this film as Gravitas Ventures and 3rd Fathom Films plan a new target date for the release.
By Cody Clark6 years ago in Horror
5 Most Memorable Hallucination Sequences In 'The Walking Dead'
Warning: SPOILERS for The Walking Dead 10x14, 'Look At The Flowers'. The Walking Dead has done a bit of digging into the psyches of it's characters in recent episodes. Episode 10x13, 'What We Become', features a sequence of a drugged Michonne hallucinating a horrifying 'What If?' scenario in which she never saved Andrea, while 10x14 shows a troubled Carol conversing with Alpha's ghost.
By Kristy Anderson6 years ago in Horror
15 Most Enchanting on Screen Witches and Covens
Over the last few years there has been a massive resurgence in people holding pagan beliefs and practising witchcraft. Historically 'witch' was a derogatory term and a deadly accusation. Now, powerful women and men are reclaiming the term and reviving the practice, taking back control of their spirituality and power.
By A. N. Merchant 6 years ago in Horror
The Horror Genre
I struggle with Major Depressive Disorder, Discouraged Borderline Personality Disorder, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, and Complex PTSD. Mental health management is a huge passion of mine, and I am constantly sharing the benefits of alternative forms of therapy, such as bibliotherapy and art therapy.
By Ashley Nestler, MSW6 years ago in Horror
5 Freaky Podcasts to Download
Originally published on simplygitana.com. I like to start celebrating seasons early. Christmas movies come out November 1st. Halloween vibes come out September 1st. That's how I do it. That way when the season's over I don't have to feel like, "Oh my god it's over already?"
By Sage + Cinnamon6 years ago in Horror
Blue
Chapter Two: Red Snow Freedom Part One: Riders On The Storm Casey Jetsom drove and the house waited. It’s 1972 on a dark and stormy night. There’s no need to look in the mirrors, there’s no one here. No one except Ozzy. He’s curled-up, like a black panther, in the passenger seat floorboard. Casey turns up the radio as "Inna Gadda da Vida" plays. There it is… there’s the mood we’ve been searching for. Casey pulls out a joint, one he’s been saving since supper. Just waiting for the day to pass and hit that moment when it’s time to replay and reflect on the day’s events. Casey takes a hit and Ozzy purrs. There’s a girl standing there…
By Cannibal Jones6 years ago in Horror
