“Don’t live here, don’t surf here.” That is the message that is given loud and clear to anyone who wants to surf in the waves at the small Australian beach in The Surfer. Lured by the calm beach and the perfect waves, anyone who approaches these waters are greeted by a group of bullies protecting […]
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*some restrictions apply By now, I’ve annoyed everyone and their mama with my love of Ryan Coogler’s Sinners. I’ve deconstructed it in group chats, Bluesky threads, and podcast episodes. After two viewings, I cannot shake the aching longing that runs under its narrative. Vampires thirst for blood because it grants them life. They hunger to
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Pater Noster and the Mission of Light offers a fun nod to 70s horror and finishes strong with an explosive bang. Written and directed by Christopher Bickel, the movie has landed at Salem Horror Fest to shock audiences. Pater Noster and the Mission of Light is not just a good time; it’s a trippy experience.
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Does Screamboat need my review? No, but I am in the best company and know my audience. We are the exact people whom this film hopes to charm. Screamboat is written by Matthew Garcia-Dunn and Steven LaMorte and directed by LaMorte (The Mean One). I expected to have a good laugh here and there, but
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I am always on the hunt for new film releases. In this case, the neo-noir genre-subverting Dark My Light was an exciting addition to my watchlist. I usually begin my movie research with a few stops on the lovely interwebs. I was happy to read the little information I did, as I try to avoid
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Shudder has been feeding me a constant stream of entertainment this month. I promise this isn’t an ad for Shudder, but the variety is splendid. I may not like every title, but each has had something to enjoy. In this case, I’m excited to share that I found another winner. Up next on my list
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I filled my Friday night with vampires and juke joints by checking out Sinners. It did not disappoint! I managed to avoid all the trailers for the film. I knew Ryan Coogler directed it, Michael B. Jordan was starring in it, and there were vampires involved somehow. That’s all I had to go on, and
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I’m always excited about the new batch of movies that Shudder releases every month. I am determined to stream their entire catalog, but I often find myself playing catch-up. From the golden oldies to the freshest horror flicks, I have plenty to stream. I began my week with The Black Cat (1984) and The City
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The Ugly Stepsister was a pleasant surprise! I didn’t initially have it on my schedule, but when a horror homie (Angel Melanson) vouched for it, I knew I couldn’t miss it. So, I snagged a spot in the theater with other friends who had heard the good word about the film and buckled in for
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Supernatural horror is my bag! I was super excited to lay my eyes on Rosario at the Overlook Film Festival during one of the late-night slots. The film follows a successful woman, Rosario (Emeraude Toubia), who has to spend the night watching her grandmother’s corpse until the ambulance comes. Of course, things get supernatural as
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