Master of Horror author Stephen King is the end all and be all for many genre lovers when they feel it’s time to sit back, relax and grab something terrifying to read. However, not all of King’s books are created equal. Believe it or not, some are better than others. …
Read More »All Stephen King Books Ranked by Decade: 1981-1990
Master of Horror author Stephen King is the end all and be all for many genre lovers when they feel it’s time to sit back, relax and grab something terrifying to read. However, not all of King’s books are created equal. Believe it or not, some are better than others. …
Read More »FIFF 2018: “Summer of ’84” – Even Serial Killers Live Next Door To Somebody
Last night, I was witness to the debut of the long awaited film, Summer of ‘84, to a local Montreal crowd and a sold out theater during the 2018 Fantasia International Film Festival. The atmosphere was electric! When Directors Yoann-Karl Whissell, Anouk Whissell, and Francois Simard hit the stage, you could …
Read More »‘The Hornet’s Disciple and the Scars She Left’ (2018) Movie Review
The Hornet’s Disciple and The Scars She Left hasn’t been released yet but already is the subject of controversy. The film found itself in violation of IndieGoGo’s new guidelines AFTER its campaign was successfully funded. IndieGoGo withheld the funds it had collected from backer for 2 months, eventually refunding the …
Read More »A Love Letter to Indie Horror Filmmakers: We Need More Horror Anthologies
I live and breathe indie horror. There’s just something so creatively raw and beautiful about it that makes my icy, black heart beat just a little bit faster. That’s why I enjoy supporting the genre in any way I can. I especially love horror anthologies. What’s better than getting to …
Read More »My Favorite Horror Movie: ‘Night of the Living Dead’ Turns The Spotlight On Us, And It Isn’t Pretty
Night of the Living Dead (1968) doesn’t necessarily give audiences what they WANT, but it sure as hell gives them what they NEED. The average American filmgoer is a sucker for happy endings. They want the hero or heroine to struggle against adversity, or overcome societal ills like racism, or, …
Read More »‘The Hornet’s Sting and the Hell It’s Caused’ (2014) Movie Review
Dustin Wayde Mills is a prolific indie horror director, having an impressive 25 directing credits in just 8 years. That being said, I’m not as familiar with his work as I should be. After seeing The Hornet’s Sting and The Hell It’s Caused, I will definitely be remedying that sooner …
Read More »Fantasia Fest 2018: ‘Nightmare Cinema’ Is A Dream Come True
What a great night for horror fans. Nightmare Cinema was an amazing film to kick off the 2018 Fantasia International Film Festival. I will go so far as to call the first segment of the film a perfect movie, and I’ve only said that a couple of times in my …
Read More »‘The Nursery’ (2018) Movie Review: A Ghastly Grim Ghost Story
My time at PopHorror has been quite the ride! Over time, I have had the pleasure of getting to meet old and new filmmakers along the way. Just under two years ago, I was scrolling through my Facebook feed and came across a group page for a movie called The …
Read More »Interview with Joe Bob Briggs before The Last Drive-In 24hr Marathon
Well, folks, it’s Friday the 13th in July, so the time has finally come. Joe Bob Briggs’ last Drive-In will soon be upon us. For his finale, he will be taking us on a twenty-four hour long marathon through horror, courtesy of Shudder, for his final wave goodbye. Unfortunately, due …
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