Tracy Allen

As the co-owner and Editor-in-Chief of PopHorror.com, Tracy has learned a lot about independent horror films and the people who love them. Now an approved critic for Rotten Tomatoes, she hopes the masses will follow her reviews back to PopHorror and learn more about the creativity and uniqueness of indie horror movies.

‘Demon Dagger’ by Russell James – Book Review

I’m a hue fan of of the Winchester boys, so when I heard that Russell James’ new book, Demon Dagger, was being called “a fast-paced, chilling tale of darkness and vengeance for fans of the TV series Supernatural…” I was pretty excited to check it out. Synopsis: LA County Sheriff’s …

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William Malone’s ‘Scared to Death’ (1980) – Vinegar Syndrome 4k Restoration Blu-ray Review

We’re back with some more Vinegar Syndrome goodness! Let’s take a look at William Malone’s (Masters of Horror: The Fair-Haired Child – our retro review) 1980 film, Scared to Death, now restored back to health with a 4k restoration.   Scared to Death was directed by filmmaker William Malone (our interview) …

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Interview With ‘I Hear The Trees Whispering’ ‘Project Skyquake’ Writer/Director József Gallai

I first discovered Hungarian filmmaker József Gallai when I watched his film, I Hear The Trees Whispering (2022 – our review), about a man suffering through heavy emotional losses and tries to look toward the future with only the surrounding woods and a woman’s voice on the phone for company. …

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New Trailer Released For Tory Jones’ ‘Wicked Ones’ (2020)

We’ve been following Tory Jones’ film, Wicked Ones (2020 – our review), the sequel to his The Wicked One (2017 – our review), for a couple of years now. We just got the news that a brand new trailer has been released for the film, and there’s an expected release …

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Official Trailer Now Available For Found Footage Horror, ‘The Andy Baker Tape’

Alpha House’s Bret Lada writes, directs and stars in unnerving found footage horror pic, The Andy Baker Tape, releasing this August from Terror Films. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8HIHER2NB4 In October of 2020, food blogger Jeff Blake and his half-brother, Andy Baker, hit the road on a food tour that had the potential to change …

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13 New Releases From Vin Syn’s OCN Distribution Including Gaspar Noe’s ‘Lux Aeterna’ And ‘Satan’s Children’

Hot on the heels of Partners Only Month, OCN Distribution (aka Vinegar Syndrome’s distribution company) is proud to present thirteen new releases that are sure to bring heat into your summer (and give you a reason to stay cool in your house)! There’s truly something for everyone this month, from …

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Terror Films Releases Trailer For Timothy Stevens’ Frightening ‘The Ghost Lights’

Synopsis: A journalist returns home after the death of her father and discovers a mysterious cassette tape describing strange disappearances and mysterious lights appearing in the skies of West Texas. In an effort to connect with the memory of her late father, she sets out on a cross-state road trip …

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Shudder Releases Trailer and Poster for Acclaimed Southern Gothic Horror, ‘What Josiah Saw’

Check out the trailer and poster for Vincent Grashaw’s acclaimed Southern Gothic horror film, What Josiah Saw! The film was directed by Vincent Grashaw and stars Robert Patrick (The Terminator 2: Judgement Day), Nick Stahl (Sin City), Scott Haze (Antlers) and Kelli Garner (Lars And The Real Girl). What Josiah …

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Theatrical Trailer Debuts for Acclaimed Gorefest, ‘The Retaliators,’ Featuring Mötley Crue and Papa Roach

We were lucky to get a chance to check out the horror thriller, The Retaliators (2021 – our review) last year for for the Screamfest Horror Film Festival, and now we’ve just gotten word that the film’s trailer released today, July 13, 2022. The film is directed by Samuel Gonzales, …

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Double Feature: Larry N. Stouffer’s ‘Horror High’ (1973)/William Grefé’s ‘Stanley’ (1972): Vin Syn 2K Blu-ray Review

Our Vin Syn discussion today includes a double release of drive-in delicacies from Crown International: Larry N. Stouffer’s Horror High/Twisted Brain (1973) and William Grefé’s Stanley (1972). Both films include victimized protagonists, murderous pets, and revenge and are celebrating their first Blu-ray release. From the Vinegar Syndrome Horror High/Stanley page …

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