wadewainio

Wade is a wannabe artist and musician (operating under the moniker Grandpa Helicopter), and an occasional radio DJ for WMTU 91.9 FM Houghton. He is an occasional writer for Undead Walking, and also makes up various blogs of his own. He even has a few books in the works. Then again, doesn't everyone?

John Carpenter: Master of Horror, Cult Cinema, and Spooky Tunes

John Carpenter

If you follow horror, you surely already know who John Carpenter is. Still, let’s take a fresh look back at why he is revered by horror fans everywhere. John Carpenter is an acclaimed American filmmaker, screenwriter, and composer best known for his work in the horror, science fiction, and action …

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Interview: ‘THE DAMNED’ (2024) Director Thordur Palsson

The Damned

Set against the unforgiving backdrop of a 19th-century fishing outpost, The Damned tells the story of Eva (Odessa Young), a widow facing a heart-wrenching moral dilemma. When a shipwreck occurs during a brutal winter, her isolated community — already grappling with dwindling provisions — must decide whether to save the …

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‘SALEM’S LOT’ (1979): The Timeless Chill Of Stephen King’s Classic Miniseries

Salem’s Lot is a two-part miniseries adaptation of Stephen King’s 1975 horror novel of the same name. Directed by Tobe Hooper, known for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974), it tells the chilling story of a small town in Maine called Jerusalem’s Lot (nicknamed “Salem’s Lot”), which gradually falls prey …

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Why ‘A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET’ (1984) Still Haunts Us: Blurring Dreams and Reality

A Nightmare On Elm Street

A Nightmare on Elm Street, directed and written by Wes Craven, is the horror film that introduced the world to Freddy Krueger, an iconic slasher character portrayed by Robert Englund, and also put New Line Cinema on the map (it’s nicknamed “The House that Freddy Built” for a reason). Who …

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Surviving with a Smile: How ‘ZOMBIELAND’ (2009) Balances Horror and Humor

Zombieland is a 2009 horror-comedy film directed by Ruben Fleischer, which combines elements of zombie horror with a satirical approach to survival in a post-apocalyptic world. The film follows four unlikely companions — Columbus (Jesse Eisenberg), Tallahassee (Woody Harrelson), Wichita (Emma Stone), and Little Rock (Abigail Breslin) — as they …

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Through ‘THE TWILIGHT ZONE’ (1959): A Journey into Sci-Fi, Horror, and Social Critique

The Twilight Zone is a groundbreaking American sci-fi/horror anthology television series created by Rod Serling that ran from 1959 to 1964. It is widely, and correctly, regarded as one of the most influential TV shows of all time, blending science fiction, fantasy, and horror with social commentary. In fact, it’s …

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‘[Rec]’ (2007): A Claustrophobic Nightmare in Found Footage – Retro Review

[Rec] (2007) is a kick-ass Spanish found footage horror film directed by Jaume Balagueró and Paco Plaza. It’s widely regarded as one of the most effective and terrifying examples of the found-footage subgenre, blending elements of horror, mystery, and suspense in a gripping, claustrophobic setting. What the Heck is [Rec] …

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Screen Gem Or Silly Scapegoat? The Lasting Debate Surrounding ‘Natural Born Killers’

Natural Born Killers

Natural Born Killers is a controversial and provocative film directed by Oliver Stone that’s known for its intense exploration of violence, media, and the American psyche. It’s also known for spurring debates on movies and “copycat” crimes. The movie, released 30 years ago this month, is based on a story …

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‘A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child’ (1989): Freddy Reborn…Again

The Dream Child

A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child is the fifth installment in the popular A Nightmare on Elm Street horror franchise, directed by Stephen Hopkins and released in 1989. The film continues the story of Freddy Krueger, the iconic dream-stalking killer, as he terrorizes a new group of …

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Interview: ‘CLEAR CUT’ (2024) Star Clive Standen Discusses Lumberjack Action-Thriller

Clear Cut

Below is our interview with Clear Cut actor Clive Standen, star of this lumberjack-themed action thriller. Clear Cut arrived in theaters, on digital, and on-demand July 19th, 2024. You can also check out our interview with the director, Brian Skiba, right here! Synopsis Every moment is filled with danger for …

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