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Special effects may be lacking, but vintage horror films still manage to keep our palms sweating and blood pumping; a look back at retro horror films, stories, books and characters that prove everything is scarier in black and white.
A Deep Dive into "Tales from the Crypt"
Who remembers Tales from the Crypt? I sure as hell remember enjoying this series as a kid. Yeah, you read that right. I wasn't your typical elementary school aged TV viewer back in the 90s. Yes, I watched the kid friendly stuff, but I also dove in to horror very early. I was watching Pet Sematary by age five, Phantasm II and Child's Play by age six, and Tales from the Crypt caught my eye by the time I reached age nine. I do love this show and a lot of what comes with it, so let's take a deep dive into this amazing series.
By Clyde E. Dawkins8 months ago in Horror
The Reflection Room
An abandoned palace known to the locals as "Bhabishyer Bari"—the House of the Future—was situated on the outskirts of Sylhet, concealed by a dense forest and a winding, narrow road. Even though it had been deserted for decades, lights occasionally flickered through its broken windows, and on evenings when there was no moon, a faint hum could be heard coming from inside. Arif, a paranormal enthusiast and university student, had long been interested in the location. People that entered Bhabishyer Bari either went insane or were never seen again, according to his companions' warnings. However, cautions just stoked Arif's interest. He made the decision to bring his camera and flashlight to the mansion one late November evening in order to record what he discovered. The cold air brushed against his skin as he entered through the creaking iron gate. The mansion's outside walls were choked with vines, and each window appeared to be a monitoring eye. Surprisingly, the front door was unlocked. It moaned open with a shove.
By Ahnaf Fardin Khan8 months ago in Horror
The Forgotten Door
There was an old Victorian home in the sleepy hamlet of Elmridge, surrounded by forgotten woods and fading hills, that no one feared to visit. After decades of eerie silence and shadowy windows, the locals murmured about it, referring to it as The Hollow House. Teenagers took selfies at the rusting gate at night and children issued dares, but nobody entered. Not since the disappearance of the Turner family in 1985. Curiosity drew in a fresh victim thirty years later. One misty afternoon, Jenna Ross, a young freelance writer and urban adventurer, came to Elmridge. She set out to discover the truth about The Hollow House with a flashlight, a GoPro, and an interest in the paranormal. She had told her fans, "Every house has a tale." "It is been a long time since this one was recounted."
By Ahnaf Fardin Khan8 months ago in Horror
Night Teeth: Volume IV
The Bloody Evolution of a Cult Vampire Saga The Night Teeth series has carved its name into the modern vampire genre with its sleek visuals, neon-noir aesthetic, and high-octane action. Now, with Volume IV, the franchise takes a darker, deeper dive into its mythos—blending urban horror, crime thriller elements, and a fresh wave of undead intrigue.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror
The Crying Man
A shadowy figure appears in the dead of night, his face obscured, his body wracked with silent sobs. Witnesses describe an overwhelming sense of despair in his presence—a grief so profound it lingers long after he vanishes. This is The Crying Man, a modern urban legend that has surfaced in ghost stories, paranormal encounters, and even government conspiracy theories across the world.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror
The Capuchin Crypts
Introduction Beneath the unassuming Church of Santa Maria della Concezione dei Cappuccini in Rome lies one of the most hauntingly beautiful sites in the world—the Capuchin Crypts. This subterranean ossuary contains the skeletal remains of over 3,700 Capuchin friars, meticulously arranged into intricate patterns, chandeliers, and even full-body displays. Created between the 17th and 19th centuries, the crypts serve as both a sacred burial site and a memento mori, reminding visitors of life’s fleeting nature.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror
The Tarim Mummies
Introduction Deep in the arid deserts of China’s Xinjiang region lies one of archaeology’s most fascinating mysteries—the Tarim mummies. These remarkably preserved corpses, some over 4,000 years old, exhibit striking Caucasian features—blonde hair, tall stature, and woven woolen clothing—completely unlike the region’s modern inhabitants.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror
The Best Horror Books of All Time – Frankenstein
Introduction: Published in 1818, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus is not just a Gothic horror novel—it’s the foundation of science fiction and a profound exploration of human ambition, isolation, and monstrosity. Written by Mary Shelley at just 18 years old, the novel has endured for over 200 years, inspiring countless adaptations, debates, and philosophical discussions.
By Silas Blackwood8 months ago in Horror
Aradale: Australia’s Asylum of Anguish
Looming ominously on "Madman's Hill" in Ararat, Victoria, Aradale Mental Hospital (also known as Ararat Lunatic Asylum) unleashed its imposing gates in 1865. Constructed as one of three massive facilities to deal with Victoria's surplus of "lunatics" – a term remarkably applied to everything from the criminally insane to epilepsy, autism, or postpartum depression sufferers – its 130-year history cemented a reputation of utter misery. And this history of hardship fuels its assertion as Australia's spookiest location.
By Kyrol Mojikal8 months ago in Horror
