The Psychology of Christmas Horror

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

How to Host a Horror-Themed Christmas Party

Merry Mayhem: How to Host a Horror-Themed Christmas Party

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to celebrate than with a spine-tingling horror-themed Christmas party? Gather your bravest friends and family, and get ready to unleash a night of merry mayhem. … Read This Story

The Isolation of Winter

The Isolation of Winter: How Snow and Ice Fuel Holiday Horror

As I sit here, surrounded by the quiet darkness of winter, I’m reminded of the eerie atmosphere that pervades some of my favorite holiday horror films. There’s something unsettling about the snow-covered landscapes, the icy … Read This Story

Found footage christmas horror movies

Holiday Found Footage: Christmas Horror’s Most Terrifying Moments

Holiday Found Footage: Christmas Horror’s Most Terrifying Moments The found-footage genre has revolutionized horror cinema, providing a unique lens through which to experience fear. When combined with the festive season, found-footage horror creates a unsettling … Read This Story

Tony Todd

Horror Icon Tony Todd Passes Away at 69

In Memoriam: Tony Todd – Horror’s Beloved Icon (1954-2024) The entertainment world stands in solemn silence as we mourn the loss of Tony Todd, the towering presence whose commanding voice and magnetic performances defined a … Read This Story

The Curse of King Tut's Tomb

Uncovering the Legend: “The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb (1980)” Review

The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb (1980) Review I devoured “The Curse of King Tut’s Tomb” with eagerness, and I wasn’t disappointed. This 1980 made-for-TV movie is a hidden gem that effectively blends historical intrigue … Read This Story

“Underworld” Movie Facts and Obscure Details

Exploring the Dark World of “Underworld”: Unveiling Hidden Secrets of the Iconic Vampire-Werewolf Saga “Underworld,” the stylish and action-packed film franchise, blends gothic aesthetics with a modern-day war between vampires and werewolves. Launched in 2003, … Read This Story

My Teenage Obsession with the Halloween Films

As I reflect on my teenage years, I’m struck by the duality of my relationship with John Carpenter’s Halloween. On the surface, the 1978 classic was a staple of sleepovers and clandestine gatherings, its eerie … Read This Story

Wes Craven

A Deep Dive into the Recurring Themes in Wes Craven’s Films

I have always been fascinated by the works of Wes Craven. His films have not only shaped the genre but have also left a lasting impact on popular culture. Throughout his career, Craven consistently explored … Read This Story

Mockumentary Matchup: Lake Mungo VS The FoURth Kind

I’ve been on a mockumentary horror kick recently. I haven’t seen that many as of my writing this. Aside from the ones I’ll be talking about here, the only other one I can think of … Read This Story

Top Horror Films of 2023: The Fear-Inducing Must-Watch List!

Whispers in the dark, the creak of a floorboard, a shadow that moves against the logic of light—such are the harbingers of the spine-chilling experiences that await you in the Best Horror Movies of 2023. … Read This Story

Baked and Afraid: The Top 5 Stoner Horror Movies for a Paranoid High

Greetings, ghouls and ganja lovers! Have you ever noticed how well horror movies pair with that special green herb? When you’re elevated and edgy, the scares hit even harder. Let’s take a trippy tour through … Read This Story

Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation and the Era of Weird 1990s Horror

In the vast slasher sequel landscape, there exists a strange breed of follow-ups that wildly diverge from their predecessors. While most recapitulate the formula that worked to diminishing returns, these oddball entries throw expectations out … Read This Story

Raising Hell: The Twisted History of the Mythical Hellraiser: Bloodline Workprint

In the annals of horror history, few lost films are as revered and mythologized as Kevin Yagher’s apocryphal workprint of Hellraiser: Bloodline. This scarcely-seen director’s cut has become the stuff of legend among Hellraiser devotees, … Read This Story

In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994

Fans Invited to Shape New Horror Doc In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994

The creative team behind the hugely popular retrospective horror documentary series In Search of Darkness is returning to the genre’s past, this time setting their sights on the crucial but overlooked 1990s epoch. In an … Read This Story

The poster for Where The Devil Roams shows a black-and-white image of a young woman looking over her shoulder with a fearful expression. She has short curly hair and wears a coat. Behind her is a spooky forest at night. The title appears in a red serif font. The poster for Satan Wants You features a close-up of a goat's head against a black background. The goat has curved horns and yellow eyes with red pupils.Below it in an orange font reads the title and tagline "Satan Wants You...to believe the hype."

Sink Your Teeth into Tubi’s Latest Horror Acquisitions – Where The Devil Roams and Satan Wants You

As a lifelong horror fiend, I was over the moon to hear about Tubi’s newest additions to their fright flick lineup – the creepy carnival chiller Where The Devil Roams and the shocking true crime … Read This Story

MOVIES‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ Movie Is Officially Rated PG-13

Five Nights at Freddy’s Hits Theaters – But Is It Scary Enough for True Horror Fans?

Greetings fellow fiends, this is your macabre mistress of the night, Sharon, with the chilling scoop on the upcoming Five Nights at Freddy’s film adaptation. As an authority on horror in all its gruesome glory, … Read This Story

The Barbie movie has a dark horror tribute to the bates motel.

The Scarily Subversive Design Hidden in Barbie’s Dreamhouse

As a writer for Horror Facts magazine, I was overjoyed to discover the subtle influences from classic horror films woven into the production design of “Barbie.” On the surface, the movie may seem to be … Read This Story

Saw X Movie Poster

Blood Is Back: Saw X Reveals Chilling New Poster with Sinister Trap

A new nightmare is on the horizon for Jigsaw fans. Lionsgate has unleashed the first official poster for the upcoming 10th Saw film, aptly titled Saw X, and it teases a deadly new contraption worthy … Read This Story

Arrow on Demand

Slasher Cinema and Tortured Souls: Arrow Video Announces Killer August 2023 Lineup

Gorehounds and horror freaks, it’s time to get excited. Arrow Video just dropped their tantalizing lineup for August 2023, and it’s a bloody buffet of brutality, revenge, and tortured psyches that will satiate even the … Read This Story