A blog dedicated to horror & cult films, literature, & culture
” ‘Are you some dark, winged messenger from beyond? Answer me, monster. Tell me truly! Shall I ever hold again that radiant maiden whom the angels call Lenore?’ ‘How the … Continue reading Midnight Movies: The Raven (1963)
“You know, plenty of people in their right minds thought they saw things that didn’t exist. You know, like flying saucers. The light was just right, and the angle, and … Continue reading Readers’ Choice: The Blob (1958)
I started this horror blog around six months ago, so I felt it was time to share the movies that have scared me more than any others. The titles I … Continue reading My Top 10 Scariest Movies
In continued celebration of Women’s History Month, I wanted to share my favorite women horror authors and some of the titles they have gifted to the world of horror. Check … Continue reading Women Horror Authors You Should Know
In recognition of Women’s History Month, I want to turn the spotlight to women who have directed horror and/or cult films. Not only do I get to share some of … Continue reading Horror & Cult Films Directed by Women
“Drink that potion, and you’ll never grow even one day older. Don’t drink it, and continue to watch yourself rot” – Isabella Rossellini, Death Becomes Her (1992) Death Becomes Her … Continue reading Death Becomes Her (1992)
I want to preface this post by stating that I am a white woman, and I therefore have no experience to equate to those experienced by people of color. I … Continue reading Black Experience in Horror Films
The world of horror has evolved due to the work of countless individuals for as long as people have told stories. However much the genre has grown, the issue of … Continue reading Black Horror Creatives
“How can you have lived for so long and still not get it? This self-obsession, it’s a waste of living…that could be spent on surviving things, appreciating nature, nurturing kindness … Continue reading Vampire Valentine: Only Lovers Left Alive
“But the horror…the horror was for love. The things we do for love like this are ugly, mad, full of sweat and regret. This love burns you and maims you … Continue reading Gothic Romance in Crimson Peak
“There was a barber and his wife / And she was beautiful / A foolish barber and his wife / She was his reason and his life / And she … Continue reading Sweeney Todd & the Call for Horror Musicals
“She tossed the open bottle of Betadine over her shoulder, her face blank and empty and yet so inarguably solid; she slid her right hand down the handle of the … Continue reading Revisiting Misery
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