The Purpose Of Holiday Horror
It’s that time. As is custom, I have to post my yearly Christmas-related article for the season. Actually, this one is going to be focusing on the Yule, because I want to get this out … Read This Story
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The Purpose Of Holiday Horror
It’s that time. As is custom, I have to post my yearly Christmas-related article for the season. Actually, this one is going to be focusing on the Yule, because I want to get this out … Read This Story
You’re Not the Final Girl: Here’s Who You Actually Are in a Slasher
Face it—you’re not the Final Girl. As much as we all like to think we’ll be the one to stop the killer, deliver the third-act monologue, and limp out of the massacre covered in blood … Read This Story
The Illuminati Twist in Texas Chainsaw Massacre: A Horror Game-Changer That Crashed and Burned
Kicking Off with a Wild Swing Picture this: you’re knee-deep in the sweaty, chaotic mess of Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation (1994), expecting Leatherface to do his usual chainsaw dance, when—bam!—a slick dude named … Read This Story
The Importance Of Growing Up With Halloween
Alright, right off the bat, I want to make a disclaimer. This article will primarily pertain to countries where the holiday is more prominent. While I understand it’s grown in popularity outside of those places, … Read This Story
The Rules You Must Follow to Survive a Horror Movie
There are certain rules you must follow if you plan on surviving a horror movie. These aren’t suggestions—they’re essential guidelines you need to follow if you ever hope to make it to the end of … Read This Story
The Warrens’ Legacy: A Critical Analysis of Belief, Commercialization, and Cultural Impact
The Unholy Alliance of Myth and Money Let’s get one thing straight: the names Ed and Lorraine Warren are now cultural bedrock, permanently etched into the global psyche. They aren’t just figures from a few … Read This Story
Another List Of Horror Creators!
Happy September, everyone. As some of you may know, a year ago, I posted a list of horror creator recommendations, and I’ve decided to create another, because they got me through a tough period from … Read This Story
Creepypastas (And NoSleep Tales) Explained by Rosé
Okay, in fairness, there isn’t a heated debate amongst the internet horror community about this topic, but I have seen enough confusion for me to feel that the record needs to be set straight. Who … Read This Story
There’s No Final Girl in Denial: What Your Favorite Slasher Says About You
For a lot of us, slashers were our first introduction to horror.Most likely not the originals, of course. No—more likely the second, third, or fifth installment in a franchise that should’ve been buried with some … Read This Story
You Think You Love Phantasm — You’ve Just Been Brainwashed by a Floating Murder Ball
For decades, horror fans have insisted that Phantasm is a misunderstood masterpiece. That its incoherence is deliberate. That its dreamlike logic is symbolic. That it’s art. But here’s the truth: You don’t actually understand Phantasm. … Read This Story
What Your Pizza Topping Says About Your Favorite Horror Franchise
Pizza and horror aren’t all that different. They’re comfort media. They’re indulgent. They’re messy, occasionally brilliant, often stupid—and once in a while, they absolutely wreck you. Everyone has a favorite combo. Some people stay loyal … Read This Story
YOUR ZODIAC SIGN AS A HORROR MOVIE KILLER (GEMINI? YOU’RE THE TWIN WITH THE KNIVES)
By Sammy, Knife in the Dark’s resident astro-psycho and part-time ghostwriter (literally) 🎃 INTRODUCTION: THE STARS HAVE BLOODSTAINS Horror villains aren’t born—they’re written in the stars. Your zodiac sign doesn’t just predict your coffee order or … Read This Story
The Devil’s Screaming Freak: Longlegs, the Glam-Rock Killer
In the horror landscape of 2024, Longlegs emerged from the darkness—a nightmarish figure that doesn’t just frighten; it grabs you and pulls you down into its depths. At the center of this chaos is Nicolas … Read This Story
“Longlegs”: The Cuckoo Call Has More To It…
“Longlegs” isn’t your average horror film; it’s a slow-building nightmare that eats away at your soul. At the heart of it is the unsettling “cuckoo,” more than just a sound—it’s a warning. When Nicolas Cage, … Read This Story
A Nostalgic Look at the Horror Toys from Your Childhood
If you grew up in the ‘80s or ‘90s, horror toys were everywhere. Walk into any toy aisle, and mixed in with the usual superheroes and Saturday morning cartoon figures, you’d find something weird—things with … Read This Story
Gideon Adlon’s Performance in Sick: A Closer Look
Gideon Adlon has made a name for herself in both comedy and drama, but her roles in horror films have really stood out. In 2020’s The Craft: Legacy, she showed what she could do in … Read This Story
The Highest-Grossing Horror Films of the Last 52 Years
Horror films have long been a staple of the movie-going experience, dominating the box office and proving time and again that fear is a universal language. While some horror flicks fade into obscurity, others manage … Read This Story
The Dark Side of Giving: Unwrapping the Sociological Significance of Christmas Horror
Christmas horror movies often get dismissed as guilty pleasures or campy fun, but beneath their gruesome surfaces, many offer scathing commentary on consumerism and societal expectations. Let’s dive into the darker side of giving and … Read This Story
The Psychology of Christmas Horror: Why We Love to Fear the Holidays
Christmas, ostensibly a season of jubilation and merriment, paradoxically lends itself to an intriguing fusion with the horror genre. This seemingly incongruous amalgamation has captivated audiences, begging the question: what psychological mechanisms underlie our fascination … Read This Story
Deck the Halls with Blood: DIY Horror Christmas Decorations
Transform your holiday space into a haunted winter wonderland with these creepy DIY Christmas decoration ideas inspired by horror movies. 1. Killer Christmas Tree Inspired by: “Black Christmas” (1974) 2. Mummy’s Gift Wrap Inspired by: … Read This Story
