Editorials

It was such a tragedy to learn of Val Kilmer’s death. The world lost such a talent on April 1, 2025. It is hard to believe that such a constant presence in pop culture for over 40 years is gone. At least, we have solace in the plethora of films …

Note: This Op-Ed is speaking about bootlegs for the purpose of film preservation, and not about film piracy. The mentions of bootlegs in this article apply only to films that are inaccessible through proper legal channels. While the now-present “future” may not have the promised flying cars or routine trips …

Two of my favorite short films I reviewed recently are Real Cool Time (you may read my review here) and The Ghost That Wouldn’t Die (you may read my review here). We are also a fan of the feature film that introduced us to Devin Crane, Morbid Colors (you may …

I know that it’s been a little while since 2023’s The Haunted Mansion and even longer for the Eddie Murphy vehicle in 2003. It is worth noting that there is a 20-year gap between these two films and both took différent approaches toward emulating the Disney attraction that it was …

The intersection of the LGBTQ+  community, particularly drag queens, and the horror genre has a rich history steeped in creativity, expression, and shared experiences. This unique partnership thrives on the celebration of individuality, the embrace of the unconventional, and the artistic freedom that both communities cherish. A Historical Overview The …

Throughout the decades, the film industry has been graced with remarkable director-actor pairings that have produced unforgettable cinematic experiences. Here’s a compilation of some of the best duos in the film industry. Top 10 Director – Actor Duos:   10. Quentin Tarantino and Samuel L. Jackson This dynamic duo has …

I’ve recently been thinking about why the horror genre is so important and so significant. I mean, think about it.People have used horror for hundreds of years, whether it was scary folklore about the unknown, or spooky stories parents tell their kids to keep them from getting in trouble. I’ve …

I understand that the MCU makes superhero movies, but there have been a few instances where film studios did something différent in their execution of a film and the results have paid off. The MCU went into a slightly more horror venture when they recruited Sam Raimi to direct Doctor …

William Instone and Matt Rifely joined forces to create a great slasher movie, Butchers Bluff. Though it is my favorite subgenre, I still have limits. Butchers Bluff checked almost every box for me. Butchers Bluff has all you need to enjoy an absurdly good slasher movie. Everything I love about …

Some time has passed since the official cancellation of Universal’s Dark Universe, a movie series that would have starred Tom Cruise, Johnny Depp and Russell Crowe. However, elements of that franchise was either cancelled or repurposed for other movies by other creators. Many of these horror movies have been scattered …