I typically love nature versus humans type of films, so I was eager to check out RLJE Films and Shudder’s new horror feature, Great White. I don’t think any shark film compares to Jaws, but there are quite a few out there that are worth a watch. Written by Michael …
Read More »Celebrating ‘The People Under the Stairs’ (1991), Wes Craven’s Most Political Film – Retro Review
In many ways, Wes Craven’s The People Under the Stairs is his most overtly political film, but in no way does that subtract from it. Sure, you can find social critiques in A Nightmare on Elm Street or even minutely in Scream, but political madness is less hidden in this …
Read More »‘The Science of Serial Killers’ By Meg Hafdahl And Kelly Florence – Book Review
The Science of Serial Killers is the latest book release from authors Meg Hafdahl and Kelly Florence. I am not only a fan of these authors, but I am also a fan of true crime. So when I was asked to read and review this book, I was more than …
Read More »Tom Holland’s ‘Thinner’ (1996) Turns 25 – Retro Review
Stephen King is one of the most popular and prolific authors in our lifetime. There are so many adaptations of his short stories and books out there, especially in recent years. Thinner may be a little less known one, but it is a fun black horror comedy with some thriller moments …
Read More »Jacob Gentry’s ‘Broadcast Signal Intrusion’ (2021) Is Long On Style But Falls Short On Story – Movie Review
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not a tech savvy person. I feel pretty fortunate every day when my computer boots up without an error message. But that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate a good computer movie, and the idea behind director Jacob Gentry’s (The Signal) new film, …
Read More »Ten Fun Facts About Steve Beck’s ‘Thir13en Ghosts’ (2001)
Like zoinks, Thirteen Ghosts is turning 20! To celebrate, PopHorror has compiled a lists of 10 fun facts. Released on October 23, 2001, Thirteen Ghosts is a remake of the 1960 version that goes by the name 13 Ghosts. When Cyrus Kriticos, a rich collector of unique things, dies, he …
Read More »Anthology Flashback #9: Roald Dahl’s ’Way Out’ TV Series (1961)
Did you know children’s author Roald Dahl hosted a horror anthology series? That’s right! In fact, he actually hosted more than one. However, today we’re looking back at Roald Dahl’s short-lived-yet-neat series, Way Out, from 1961. Wikipedia is not wrong when it says, “Dahl, his face projected in a disconcerting …
Read More »‘The Rapture’ (1991): The Ultimate Price of Devotion is Still Searing 30 Years Later
There are certain films that stay with you, even decades after you see them, and Michael Tolkin’s (The Player) apocalyptic film The Rapture is one of them for me. Many times in films, the end of the world is thwarted at the last minute as the heroes find a way …
Read More »Hey, Vern! ‘Ernest Scared Stupid’ (1991) Turns 30 – Retro Review
Growing up, Friday’s always meant video store rentals with my family. Each week, my brothers and I had the option of renting a video game or movie. In some cases, we were lucky enough to get a movie AND a video game. Those were good times back then in the …
Read More »Graphic Novel Review: Richard T. Wilson’s ‘Halloween Girl – Vol 1: Promises to Keep’
Although I haven’t read many graphic novels, I can already tell Richard T. Wilson’s (read my interview with him – HERE) Halloween Girl series is going to be one of my favorites. Halloween Girl – Vol 1: Promises to Keep is a fantastic book about courage, friendship, and spooky adventures! …
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