Picture this: You're at a Halloween party, scanning the room full of costumes. There's a vampire, a witch, someone who clearly raided their closet five minutes ago and called it "casual Friday ghost." Then you spot it—that distinctive white hockey mask with its ominous red markings. You don't need to see the machete or the … Continue reading How Jason’s Hockey Mask Became Horror’s Most Recognizable Symbol
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How Scream’s Meta Humor Changed Horror Forever
"Do you like scary movies?" With just four simple words, the Scream franchise didn't just launch a conversation—it launched a revolution. When that iconic phone call crackled through theater speakers in December 1996, audiences had no idea they were witnessing the birth of a new kind of horror film, one that would turn the genre … Continue reading How Scream’s Meta Humor Changed Horror Forever
The Worst 50 – Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers
Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers 1989 Directed by Dominique Othenin-Girard Welcome back to Movie Monday, where we continue our journey through my personal list of the worst movies I've ever seen. Today we're landing at number 50 with 1989's Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers, a film that managed to take everything … Continue reading The Worst 50 – Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers
Friday the 13th in Video Games, Novels, and Comics
When Sean S. Cunningham's Friday the 13th slashed its way into theaters in 1980, few could have predicted that Jason Voorhees would become one of horror's most enduring icons. What started as a low-budget slasher film has evolved into a multimedia franchise spanning video games, novels, comics, and merchandise worth over $125 million. Yet this … Continue reading Friday the 13th in Video Games, Novels, and Comics
The Worst 58 – A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy’s Revenge
A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge 1985 Directed by Jack Sholder Welcome back to Movie Monday, horror fans! We're continuing our journey down my countdown of the worst movies I've ever seen. Today, we've reached #58 on the list: 1985's A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge. As always, this … Continue reading The Worst 58 – A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy’s Revenge
Friday the 13th – Paranormal vs. Physical
The Friday the 13th franchise stands as one of horror's most enduring series, spanning twelve films across four decades. What began as a simple slasher film about a vengeful mother has evolved into a complex mythology centered around her son, Jason Voorhees. Perhaps the most fascinating aspect of this evolution is Jason's transformation from a … Continue reading Friday the 13th – Paranormal vs. Physical
Haddonfield’s Dark History: A Deep Dive into the Setting of Halloween
Few fictional towns in horror cinema carry as much weight as Haddonfield, Illinois. This seemingly idyllic Midwest community, first introduced in John Carpenter's 1978 masterpiece Halloween, has become synonymous with seasonal terror and generational trauma. Over more than four decades, we've watched this small town transform from an unsuspecting backdrop for evil to a community … Continue reading Haddonfield’s Dark History: A Deep Dive into the Setting of Halloween
Behind the Scenes: The Making of the Scream Films
The Scream franchise has become an iconic part of horror cinema, revitalizing the slasher genre and leaving an indelible mark on pop culture. But what went on behind the camera to bring these thrilling and self-aware films to life? Let's take a closer look at the creative minds, production challenges, and behind-the-scenes stories that shaped … Continue reading Behind the Scenes: The Making of the Scream Films
Scream’s New Slice of Terror
Ah, Scream. The iconic horror franchise taught us to never say "I'll be right back" and that the killer is always someone you know. Well, buckle up, folks, because we're about to take a stab at analyzing the new generation of Scream films that have graced our screens in the 21st century. First up, we … Continue reading Scream’s New Slice of Terror
Halloween Unmade
The Halloween franchise - the horror series that's harder to kill than Michael Myers himself. With a whopping 13 films spanning over four decades, you'd think they've pretty much covered all the bases, right? Well, think again! Believe it or not, there's a whole graveyard of unmade Halloween movies out there, each with its own … Continue reading Halloween Unmade
The Confusing Middle 