Reviews

Joseph Sargent’s ‘Jaws: The Revenge’ (1987): It’s Still Not Safe To Get Back In The Water – Retro Review

Joseph Sargent’s Jaws; The Revenge turns 35 this summer. Released on July 17, 1987, this film came out it what was inarguably one of the most epic summers for film in recorded history. The summer of 1987 was unique in that it had some of the most epic films regarded …

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Movie Review: ‘Fresh Hell’ (2022) Delivers Horror Comedy Perfection

I finally had the chance to check out the jaw-dropping, award-winning horror-comedy, Fresh Hell. This has been on my radar for a while and I’m happy to say it didn’t disappoint. This film was created by a group of Chicago theatre artists locked out of their livelihoods by the pandemic. …

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Joel Schumacher’s ‘The Lost Boys’ (1987): Never Grow Old And Never Die – Retro Review

If you grew up in the ’80s or ’90s, you do not have to be introduced to this teen vampire horror. If you need to be introduced, then I’m surprised, but mainly envious that you can now rush out and experience it for the first time. I don’t believe many …

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Movie Review: ‘The Reef: Stalked’ (2022) A Thrilling Story About Trauma and Survival

The Reef: Stalked

It doesn’t quite feel like summer without a shark movie. Thankfully, I recently checked out THE REEF: STALKED. The film was written and directed by Andrew Traucki (read our interview with him – HERE) as a follow-up to his 2010 film, it stars Teressa Liane (“The Vampire Diaries”), Ann Truong …

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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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‘American Horror Stories’ Season Two Premiere Satisfies Hardcore Fans with Epic Crossover S2 Ep1, “Dollhouse” – Recap

“You’ve been kidnapped by a crazy-rich toymaker who’s sick in the head and obsessed with dolls!” Sounds like the beginning of a disturbing horror story, doesn’t it? That’s because it is. This is the plot of the first episode of the second season of American Horror Stories titled “Dollhouse,” which …

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Bobby Easley’s ‘HP Lovecraft’s Witch House’ (2022) – Movie Review

HP Lovecraft is a beloved figure in horror literature, and there is no shortage of adaptations of his work in films. Bobby Easley’s HP Lovecraft’s Witch House is another of those, but this time, it’s of a lesser adapted work called The Dreams in the Witch House. HP Lovecraft’s Witch House begins …

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Forever Unisol… Roland Emmerich’s ‘Universal Soldier’ (1992) – Retro Review

The concept of a merciless, genetically enhanced super soldier that can be controlled by another is a very dangerous one. If it works, you’re a genius. If it doesn’t… well, that’s where Roland Emmerich’s Universal Soldier comes in. Back when it released on July 7, 1992, we were witness to …

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Scott Barber’s ‘This is GWAR’ – A Bodily Fluid-Soaked Movie Review

What happens when a guerrilla filmmaking art student recruits a local punk rock band to be in his movie? If you answered, “It spawns the most unique band on the planet, which becomes a hive for talented musicians and artists that has spanned three decades and is still going strong,” …

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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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