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Halloween at 45: The Best Parts of John Carpenter’s Slasher Classic

45 years ago, John Carpenter hit the kind of paydirt that keeps him in snacks and video games to this very day. There’s really not much left to be said about Halloween‘s impact since its release in 1978. A small-scale yet fleshed-out feature film born from the ideas and visual style of Carpenter’s student short… Read More: Halloween at 45: The Best Parts of John Carpenter’s Slasher… »

Prince of Darkness Is John Carpenter’s Most Unsettling Movie

John Carpenter notoriously hates studio involvement in his work. It’s part of why he effectively retired from directing, which is an endless source of heartbreak for fans. But that disdain did once have an upside. After dealing with studios for his four previous films (The Thing, Christine, Starman, and Big Trouble in Little China), Carpenter… Read More: Prince of Darkness Is John Carpenter’s Most Unsettling Movie »

Nothing to See Here Trailer Previews Netflix Comedy Series

The trailer for Nothing to See Here trailer previews the Netflix comedy series, which follows an aspiring blind comedian who goes after his dreams alongside his best friend. “Alexis is a young blind man who dreams of becoming a successful comedian. He moves to the biggest city in the world, leaving behind his overprotective father… Read More: Nothing to See Here Trailer Previews Netflix Comedy Series »

Blue Steel Blu-ray Release Date Set for Jamie Lee Curtis Thriller

After three decades since the theatrical release of Kathryn Bigelow’s Blue Steel, Lionsgate has announced that the classic action thriller will finally be released on Blu-ray for the first time. The Jamie Lee Curtis-led movie will be available to purchase November 14 on Blu-ray + Digital for the suggested retail price of $21.99. What are… Read More: Blue Steel Blu-ray Release Date Set for Jamie Lee Curtis… »

Thanksgiving Posters Homage Friday the 13th & Texas Chain Saw Massacre, New Featurette Released

A new batch of Thanksgiving posters homage a number of classic horror movies. Shared exclusively with Bloody Disgusting, new posters for Eli Roth’s Thanksgiving homage 1974’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, 1980’s Friday the 13th, 1981’s My Bloody Valentine, and 1984’s Silent Night, Deadly Night. Sony Pictures Entertainment also released a new Thanksgiving featurette, which… Read More: Thanksgiving Posters Homage Friday the 13th & Texas Chain Saw… »

Videodrome Criterion 4K Review: Prophecy Fulfilled

These days, whenever James Woods‘ name trends on social media, it’s usually because he’s either posted something inflammatory from a right-wing, anti-government, “anti-woke” perspective, or been accused of skeezy behavior and appetites. It’s sometimes hard to recall that, unlike his fellow Twitter Troll travelers like Kevin Sorbo, Woods was consistently acclaimed as one of the… Read More: Videodrome Criterion 4K Review: Prophecy Fulfilled »

Obscure Found Footage Films to Binge on Halloween

Found footage is a difficult subgenre to pull off. But when done right, it can be the most effective subgenre of horror. While films like Blair Witch Project and Paranormal Activity blew up and spawned franchises, there are several other lesser-known found footage movies begging to be seen. From forays into the minds of serial… Read More: Obscure Found Footage Films to Binge on Halloween »

Creepshow Holiday Specials Getting Nostalgic VHS Release

‘Shudder has revealed the Creepshow television series’ Holiday Specials are getting a limited edition retro VHS release. Retro Festive Creepshow Broke Horror Fan presents Creepshow: Animated Special & Holiday Special on limited edition, fully functional VHS. The latest tape goes on sale next Thursday, October 26, at 12 PM EST/9 AM PST via Witter Entertainment.… Read More: Creepshow Holiday Specials Getting Nostalgic VHS Release »