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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.
Shadows of the unfinished
It was late at night. Shatarupa, who had just become a mother, was resting on the nursing home bed. Her husband, Rahul, had fallen asleep with his head resting near her feet, while their little daughter, Ahona, slept peacefully in the cradle beside them. The room was silent, save for the rhythmic ticking of the clock on the wall.Suddenly, a strange sound broke the silence. Shatarupa’s eyes flew open. She quickly sat up in bed, scanning the dimly lit room for the source of the noise. But before she could figure it out, the sound had already stopped. A chill ran down her spine as she suddenly remembered Ahona. Instinctively, she turned toward the cradle—and froze.The cradle was empty. Ahona was gone.Her breath hitched. Panic surged through her as she reached out, feeling the void where her baby should have been. "Rahul!" she called out, her voice shaking. But he didn’t wake up. She called him again—louder this time—but he remained motionless, lost in deep slumber.
By Haunted Mist11 months ago in Horror
The Last Breath of Winter
The first chapter: dug into hers. “Then listen closely, for my time is short.” On a frozen lake, his voice was like ice breaking apart. He told her of his love for Evelyn, the woman he had planned to marry. But their love had been forbidden by Evelyn’s cruel father, Lord Whitmore, who feared Aidan’s humble status would ruin their family name. Whitmore had locked Evelyn up on the night of their elopement and lured Aidan into the storm with a letter she had written. Aidan had wandered into the blizzard, betrayed and heartbroken, his breath taken away by the harsh winter. The third chapter is Love and Horror. The thought sent a chill down Asha's spine. “But… if you’re here, does that mean Evelyn is still alive?”
By Afia Sikder11 months ago in Horror
A Love Letter Written in Tears of Blood
A Love Letter Written in Tears of Blood It was a dark and silent night. An old, abandoned mansion stood alone under the pale moonlight. The tall iron gate cast long shadows on the ground as a cold wind rustled through the trees. A single flickering lantern inside barely illuminated the crumbling walls, its glow trembling as if afraid of the darkness around it.
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Horror
The Wailing Cemetery
The Wailing Cemetery At the outskirts of the village lay an old cemetery. During the day, it seemed ordinary, but as the sun set, a wave of fear engulfed the entire village. No one dared to go near it at night, for from within came wretched screams of agony—cries that sent shivers down the spine of anyone who heard them.
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Horror
The Eerie Incident in Sawali Hospital's Ward
The Eerie Incident in Sawali Hospital's Ward It was 2 AM. A deep silence hung over the third floor of Sawali Hospital, just outside the ICU. The only sounds in the ward were the rhythmic beep... beep... beep of the machines. Nurse Seema and ward boy Rohan were on duty. Seema was making her rounds, while Rohan was organizing medical records.
By Dipak Pawar11 months ago in Horror
The unseen justice
Dr. Sen, also known as Dr. Himadri Sen, sat in his chamber, lost in sorrow. A renowned surgeon in Kolkata, he had spent the entire afternoon performing one operation after another, all successful—except for the last one.The patient had died on the operating table. And she wasn’t just any patient—she was the wife of his close friend, Kinjal.That was why Dr. Sen felt so utterly shattered.
By Haunted Mist11 months ago in Horror
Gwisin: The Haunting History and Folklore of Korea’s Restless Ghosts
The Gwisin Ghosts: Haunting Legends of Korea's Tragic Spirits Spooky legends have been spreading through Korea's mountains and villages for centuries, but few ghosts loom so darkly in the common imagination as Korea's Gwisin—supernatural entities bound to the living by open sores of unhealed loss. Seizing on a tradition that stretches back centuries, these ghosts represent Korea's ambivalent relationship with death, memory, and social tension.
By Kyrol Mojikal11 months ago in Horror
The Resurrectionist
The Resurrectionist: Unearthing the Dark Genius of Dr. Spencer Black Prepare to enter a world where science and the macabre intertwine. "The Resurrectionist: The Lost Work and Writings of Dr. Spencer Black," by E.B. Hudspeth, is no ordinary book. It's a disturbing, yet captivating journey into anatomical horror. Discover the unsettling legacy of a brilliant, yet mad doctor.
By Samson Murad11 months ago in Horror
The Last Wish of Nathan Blackwood
Part 1: The Fall Nathan Blackwood was once a name that echoed in every corner of Hollywood. A successful director, known for his gripping narratives and heart-wrenching themes, Nathan had the world at his feet. His films were lauded, box office hits that inspired millions. He lived in a sprawling mansion, a testament to his success adorned with awards and accolades. However, fame came with its price. Nathan was caught up in the whirlwind of creativity and chaos, losing touch with what mattered most—his family.
By MOHAMMED NAZIM HOSSAIN11 months ago in Horror
