Happy International Cannabis Day! April 20th (4/20) has become an unofficial countercultural holiday wherein people gather in large groups to mass-consume marijuana—at precisely 4:20 PM. One of the largest congregations will meet on San Francisco’s famous “Hippie Hill” in Golden Gate Park near the Haight-Ashbury district; the ensuing plumes of …

The most effective and enduring horror movies are the ones that target and exacerbate deep-seeded human fears and anxieties. Genre filmmakers have become increasingly proficient at probing the darkest recesses of the psyche and manipulating our emotions. Whether you watch scary movies to overcome your fears (“What doesn’t kill me …

Back in 2000, when Rob Zombie first announced that he wanted to try his hand at directing a full-fledged horror movie, many horror fans had doubts. Sure, the guy could write some badass music and he’d seen his share of horror films, but did that mean he could create a …

Love them or hate them, found footage films are now a dime a dozen. It makes sense when you consider how far a small budget can stretch, with many filmmakers utilizing cheap handheld cameras and inexperienced actors. While I never expect high quality from found footage, I just want more …

Back in 1996, unique slasher Scream was released, bringing a fresh look at the horror genre and creating a whole new fan base – something for the ‘90s kids like me. The legendary Wes Craven directed, and as with most of his movies, it stars a strong female lead, Sidney …

Creatures lurking in the woods have always been a popular theme in horror. The idea of being isolated in the middle of nowhere with your own terrified thoughts and the unknown lurking around every corner never fails to give audiences an adrenaline rush. Filmmakers are always trying to develop new …

Horror fans love their conventions, don’t they? The chance to meet an adored horror star, to buy movies and books and t-shirts from vendors, to watch panels dedicated to horror stars or horror topics, to meet others with similar interests and tastes, and plenty of other things. All of these …

Every once in a while, a movie comes along that defies your expectations. It offers you more than you ever thought possible, and if you’re lucky, it sticks with you for a while after the credits roll. The Taking Of Deborah Logan is one of those movies. The Taking Of …

Zombies are the blue-collar monsters in horror. They aren’t very complicated creatures and they work well with almost any budget size without relying heavily on acting. Zombie comedies are especially popular, with new releases finding distribution every few months. Now, director and Christopher Landon, who is known for his work …

Kane Hodder, one of the most instantly recognized and respected names in horror, was born on April 8th, 1955. With over a dozen projects currently filming or in pre-production, he’s clearly got the stamina of actors half his age and the staying power of a living legend.  Simply put: The …