A Brief History of the Slasher Film
The slasher horror genre has a fascinating and enduring history that has left an indelible mark on the horror film industry.
Adam Frazier
Adam Frazier grew up in the heart of Appalachia, dreaming of an escape from the crushing mundanity of the rural South through the works of visionaries like George Lucas, Stan Lee, Steven Spielberg, and Stephen King. A storyteller at heart, Adam currently resides in Charlotte, North Carolina – the pimento cheese capital of the world – where he spends his time watching, writing, and writing about what he's watching.
The Tale of Tsutomu Yamaguchi
Imagine surviving the most destructive weapon ever created—not once, but twice. This is the incredible true story of Tsutomu Yamaguchi, a man whose life journey encapsulates both the horrors of war and the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit.
Who the F*ck are the Lizard People?
The reptilian conspiracy theory, with its bizarre claims of shape-shifting extraterrestrial beings controlling human society, is one of the most outlandish yet persistent narratives of modern times.
Review: Mike Flanagan's 'Doctor Sleep' Film is Not to Be Overlooked
In 2011, Mike Flanagan wrote, edited, and directed his first feature, the low-budget indie horror Absentia. After the success of his Kickstarter-funded indie film, Flanagan got the opportunity to adapt his own 2006 short, Oculus: Chapter 3 – The Man with the Plan, as a feature. The Blumhouse-produced Oculus made $45 million at the box office on a $5 million budget, signifying Flanagan as a unique up-and-coming voice in the genre.
Review: Andrew Patterson's 'The Vast of Night' is Spellbinding Sci-Fi
There is a fifth dimension beyond that which is known to man." With this sentence, Rod Serling first introduced The Twilight Zone to American viewers on October 2nd in 1959.
'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' Creature Designer Neal Scanlan talks Babu Frik, the Cool Aliens You Didn't See, and More [Interview]
Creature and Special Make-up Effects Creative Supervisor Neal Scanlan began his career working on films such as Walt Disney’s Return to Oz, Jim Henson’s Labyrinth and the 1986 Oscar-nominated Little Shop of Horrors. A founding member of the Jim Henson Creature Shop, Neal was involved in projects such as Witches, Babe (for which he won an Academy Award for Best Visual Effects), 101 Dalmatians, The English Patient, and more.
The Emperor Reborn: What Palpatine's Return Means For 'The Rise of Skywalker'
In this final chapter of The Emperor Reborn, we examine how Palpatine’s shadow looms large over the sequel trilogy and what his return in the new movie could mean.
“If Skywalker returns, the new Jedi will rise.” – Supreme Leader Snoke
The Emperor Reborn: How the 'Star Wars' Prequels and the New Disney Canon Reshape Palpatine
In chapter two of The Emperor Reborn, we take a look at the Emperor’s role in the prequel trilogy and how he’s been expanded in the new, Disney-approved canon.
The Emperor Reborn: A Not-So-Brief History of the Biggest 'Star Wars' Villain and Why He Matters
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker will be the ninth and final episode of the Skywalker Saga, according to director JJ Abrams and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy. The film’s teaser trailer had fans losing their collective Bantha poodoo over the news that Ian McDiarmid will return to portray Palpatine, the Dark Lord of the Sith and Galactic Emperor who died in 1983’s Star Wars – Episode VI: Return of the Jedi.
BAD GUYS
1986's BAD GUYS tells the story of cousins Skip Jackson (Adam Baldwin) and Dave Atkins (Mike Jolly), two hotshot LA cops who find themselves caught up in the wacky world of professional wrestling.
GRUNT! THE WRESTLING MOVIE
1985's GRUNT! THE WRESTLING MOVIE begins with a hard-fought battle between professional wrestlers "Mad Dog" Joe DeCurso (Greg "Magic" Schwarz) and reigning champion Skull Crusher Johnson (Victor Rivera).
The Ballad of BODY SLAM
1986 was a pretty [Light the fuse! Bring the boom!] dynamite year for rock 'n' roll, movies, and professional wrestling.
Master Manipulator: Dr. Louis Jolyon West
Dr. Louis Jolyon West, commonly known as Jolly West, remains one of the most contentious figures in the history of psychiatry and American intelligence.
The Stargate Project
Remote viewing was a technique used frequently by a clandestine government program known as the Stargate Project. Declassified in the 1990s, Stargate was a $20 million research program sponsored by the U.S. Federal Government aimed at exploring the military applications of psychic phenomena...
The Dyatlov Pass Incident
Sixty-three years ago, nine experienced hikers embarked on an expedition into Russia's remote northern Ural Mountains, only to meet a bizarre, inexplicable fate.
What Happened to the Sodder Children?
Their home was engulfed in flames—and when the smoke cleared, five of their children had vanished without a trace.
The Strange and Unfortunate Case of Paul Bennewitz
Born in 1927, Paul Frederic Bennewitz served in World War II as a radio electronics engineer for the Coast Guard.
Anton LaVey and the Satanic Panic
The word "Satanism" conjures many dark and enigmatic images, often fueled by fear and misconceptions. At the heart of this intricate web of beliefs and urban legends lies Anton LaVey, the founder of the Church of Satan, and the infamous Satanic Panic of the 1980s.
The Enabling Act of 2024
On Monday, July 1, six Supreme Court justices—all appointed by Republican presidents—of nine agreed that if the president takes any action within the powers granted to him through the U.S. Constitution, he cannot be prosecuted.
The Octopus Murders 🐙
On August 10, 1991, investigative journalist Danny Casolaro was found dead in a hotel bathtub in Martinsburg, West Virginia. His wrists were slashed multiple times in what authorities ruled a suicide.
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