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31 Days of Halloween: On the Mind’s Edge
Dreamscape (1984) ******* (7 out of 10 stars)Starring: Dennis Quaid, Max von Sydow, Christopher Plummer, Kate Capshaw, and Eddie Albert. “A nightmare is just a dream that you don’t want to have.” — Alex Gardner “Dreamscape” takes a deep dive into the unsettling world of parapsychology, a realm that was both fascinating and feared during…
Read More31 Days of Halloween: Jigsaw’s Deadly Puzzle
SAW (2004) ******* (7 out of 10 stars)Starring: Cary Elwes, Leigh Whannell, Danny Glover, Ken Leung, Dina Meyer, and Monica Potter. “I want to play a game.” Jigsaw The film “SAW” opens with a grim and gritty atmosphere that immediately grips the viewer, with its filthy dilapidated, abandoned backdrop. The unsettling air is thick with tension,…
Read More31 Days of Halloween: Myth Meets Monster
Gargoyles (1972) ******* (7 out of 10 stars)Starring: Cornel Wilde, Jennifer Salt, Grayson Hall, Bernie Casey.“Oh. Don’t worry, dear. It gets worse.”—Dr. Mercer Boley Gargoyles is a unique 70s offering into the horror genre, blending legend and mythology with a traditional monster movie setup. An isolated desert, where an anthropologist and his daughter must face…
Read More31 Days of Halloween: Enter the Haunted Asylum
Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018)******* (7 out of 10 stars)Starring: Wi Ha-joon, Park Ji-hyun, Oh Ah-yeon, Moon Ye-won, Park Sung-hoon, Yoo Je-yoon, and Lee Seung-wook. Embarking on this film journey without any preconceptions, I dove in blind—no previews, no spoilers. My initial reaction was a raised eyebrow as it quickly began echoing the vibes of “The…
Read More31 Days ofHalloween: Eastwick’s Bewitching Tale
Witches of Eastwick (1987)****** (6 out of 10 stars)Starring: Jack Nicholson, Cher, Susan Sarandon, and Michelle Pfeiffer. Having watched this film last night, I find myself reflecting on it today. It’s a step away from my usual horror favorites, as the 1980s were rife with films serving primarily as celebrity showcases. This film falls into…
Read MoreFight Card #3: Unstoppable vs. Relentless
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Read More31 Days of Halloween: Vault of Chilling Tales
Tales from the Crypt (1972)******* (7 out of 10 stars)Starring: Joan Collins, Peter Cushing, Roy Dotrice, Richard Greene, Ian Hendry, and Patrick Magee. The film opens with an ominous manor, standing alone with a heavy, menacing air against a lush countryside. Bach’s Toccata and Fugue in D minor plays with a sinister grin over this…
Read More31 Days of Halloween: Lure of the Black Lagoon
Creature From the Black Lagoon (1954)******** (8 out of 10 stars)Starring: Richard Carlson, Julie Adams, Richard Denning. As a lifelong aficionado of monster movies, my fascination with the genre is deeply intertwined with a love for isolated, exotic locales that serve as their haunting backdrops. “Creature From the Black Lagoon” offers both in spades, and…
Read More31 Days of Halloween: Monsters and Mayhem
Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948)****** (6 out of 10 stars)Starring: Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Bela Lugosi, Lon Chaney Jr. “I’ll bet you’re surprised to see me!” – Wilbur Grey In my quest for classic horror flicks, I unearthed “Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein,” a delightful horror-comedy gem perfect for adding some nostalgic flair to…
Read More31 Days of Halloween: Iconic Monster Unleashed
Frankenstein (1931)******** (8 out of 10 stars)Starring: Boris Karloff, Colin Clive, and Mae Clarke. “It’s alive! It’s alive!” – Dr. Henry Frankenstein (Colin Clive) Boris Karloff delivers an unforgettable performance in “Frankenstein,” embodying the Creature with a poignant blend of pathos and monstrous presence. His portrayal transcends mere terror, infusing the character with a tragic…
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