pop culture
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.
Occupation: A Zombie Apocalypse Theory-Part 2
3 JAN 2013–16:20:17 “Juan’s or Felipe’s?” the driver asked. He was a burly yet bookish figure of a man in his late 20s. His long dreadlocks pulled back revealed quite a deceptive face; one that could show tremendous warmth and humor one minute followed by intense fury and vengeance the next. Barabbas Purify quickly dabbed at his chin, removing a slight crimson stain with a handkerchief. He groaned slightly at a few drops of crimson unnoticed earlier that had made their way onto his prized John Lennon T-shirt that he’d gotten from a friend in New York City. Visibly annoyed by the ever-commercial sounds of Pop radio, his muscular arms completely covered in tattoos of doves, roses and cherry blossoms could easily cause a few double takes. There was certainly more to the lad than met the eye. He reached for the glove compartment, retrieving a small bottle of eye drops. Staring at his weary visage in the rearview mirror, it was evident he hadn’t had a decent night’s sleep in a while.
By lazarusInfinity2 years ago in Horror
My Madness Only for My Love
Penelope Tuft wasn't your typical bread cook. While her neighbors produced blueberry biscuits and chocolate chip treats, Penelope's manifestations were works of palatable workmanship. Her baked goods were blasts of variety and surface, challenging classification with unusual names like "Starlight Scones" and "Joyous beyond words Cupcakes."
By Iftikhar Akram2 years ago in Horror
Quiet Place: Day One Continues Suspense, Aliens, and Silence
You cannot make a sound. Quiet Place: Day One is a 2024 prequel to the original films directed by John Krasinski. The film takes place on the first day of the invasion in New York City. Amidst the chaos, Samira and Eric quietly escape from these creatures with ultra-sensitive hearing.
By Marielle Sabbag2 years ago in Horror
The Dead Thing
H staggered out from behind the bar. His sickly green skin contrasted with his milky white eyes. Dumb hunger drove him forward, once humanoid but now just an undead creature, a ghoul, a zombie. Tom hopped on his motorcycle and struggled to start his bicycle. By the time he noticed the hungry thing it was too late.
By DJ Robbins2 years ago in Horror
Lawang Sewu: Indonesia's Haunted House of a Thousand Doors
Lawang Sewu, signifying "A Thousand Doorways," is a remarkable construction in Semarang, Indonesia. Prominent for its structure wonderfulness and obvious significance, it is also outrageous for its stunning and tortured standing. This great plan, with its vast doorways and windows, has seen a fierce past, making it maybe of the most creepy region in Indonesia.
By Kyrol Mojikal2 years ago in Horror
Horror to Culture, Antichrist Edition
This is my second article cross-referencing my collaboration with Micheal A. Dyer (a.k.a. MAD) on the Horror to Culture website, (here’s the first) where we explore the horticulture of horror—which is to say, the means by which the shadowy elements of the human psyche are redeemed through the cathartic art of exploration and adaptation.
By C. Rommial Butler2 years ago in Horror
The Real-Life Vampire of Rhode Island. AI-Generated.
In the late 19th century, the small, rural community of Exeter, Rhode Island, became the center of one of America's most infamous vampire panics. This eerie tale, steeped in superstition and fear, revolves around a young woman named Mercy Brown, whose tragic death and subsequent exhumation sparked widespread hysteria and a belief in the supernatural.
By Julio Javier2 years ago in Horror
The Haunting Secrets of Gonjiam Psychiatric Hospital
Introduction Gonjiam Psychiatric Hospital, located in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea, has gained a notorious reputation as one of the most haunted places in the country. Abandoned since the late 1990s, the hospital has become a magnet for thrill-seekers, paranormal enthusiasts, and urban explorers. Its eerie atmosphere, coupled with countless stories of ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena, has cemented its place in the annals of haunted locations worldwide.
By Kyrol Mojikal2 years ago in Horror
The Cursed Painting That Drove People Mad. AI-Generated.
In the annals of art history, few tales are as chilling as that of the cursed painting known as "The Anguished Man." This enigmatic artwork, shrouded in mystery and horror, has allegedly driven its viewers to madness and despair, leaving a trail of eerie and unsettling incidents in its wake.
By Julio Javier2 years ago in Horror
