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Horror movies in the 60s and early 70s often took the “Satanic cult” approach, though really, it has been done since the first horror movie premiered. In that era, the Satanic Panic set in, going on well into the 80s. It was a crusade against all things that were deemed …

It takes a special kind of band to play for a crowd of sweaty, sunburned Warped Tour diehards less than 24 hours after charming families at Disney World’s Epcot — and make both feel equally natural. But Bowling for Soup has never been a typical band. In a year where …

I’m excited for Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (written by Scott Cawthon and directed by Emma Tammi) not because I’m a fan of the books or games or the fandom in general, but because it reunites Matthew Lillard with his Scream costar, Skeet Ulrich (read our interview with him HERE), and …

Coming to theaters in 2026 from director Damian McCarthy (Oddity) is a new horror film: Hokum. The film stars Adam Scott (Severance – TV Series), David Wilmot (The Wonder), and Austin Amelio (Broke). Synopsis A horror writer visits an Irish inn to scatter his parents’ ashes, unaware the property is …

Every December, movie fans fall into one of two camps: those who crave cozy hot cocoa comfort films by the fire… and those who want Santa with an axe, elves that bite, and gingerbread men that absolutely should not be alive. If you’re in the second group, congratulations — you’ve …

Slashers are my mainline in this genre. Though I loved zombie movies, they got way too big. Goodnight, Light reminds me of the 70s nd 80s underground films that raised the question of “who dunnit?” Normally, these films deter me because, in all honesty, a lot of them were pretty …

Kevin Lewis, brains behind Willy’s Wonderland and his newest film, Pig Hill, is quickly gaining attention in the horror community. We had a chance to sit down with Kevin and produced an awesome interview. PopHorror: What inspired your love for horror movies? Kevin Lewis: Oh, wow. God, everything. You know, …

I’ve been following PJ Starks filmmaking since Volumes of Blood. Way back in the day. I remember when news first came out about New Fears Eve and how amazing it looked. Recently I was given the opportunity to check out New Fears Eve. Read on for my thoughts. Synopsis The …

Available now streaming from director Gabe Torres (Brake) is a new documentary: American Sasquatch: Man, Myth, or Monster. The film features Dave Paulides, Scott Carpenter, and Mike Freeman. Synopsis American Sasquatch: Man, Myth, or Monster takes audiences on a groundbreaking investigation into one of the world’s greatest mysteries. Created by former …

I reviewed Richard Tanner’s first film Room for Rent years ago and have been excited for his lastest Screw Year’s Eve since it was first announced. Recently I was given the chance to check it out. Read on for my thoughts. Synopsis A group of friends decide to ring in …