Horror is an exceptionally diverse genre and it continues to grow each year. You have horror movies win Academy Awards and break records at the box office, however, not all horror fans flock to these movies for high quality film making. Instead, many gravitate toward to campy, cheesy cult films…
Throughout history, women have been shamed for their sexuality and scared into assimilating via propaganda perpetuated by religion and folklore. We’ve all heard the myth of Pandora’s box and have seen the way Christianity perpetuates purity culture, but are you familiar with the ‘lore of succubi? Traditionally, succubi (singularly referred…
While we’re always down for a good scary movie, sometimes we’re in the mood for for something a little sexier. There are plenty of sexy movies out there, however, for whatever reason people only know about the “Fifty Shades of Grey” series. Trust us, there are tons and tons of…
Every actor, even the biggest stars in Hollywood, start their careers somewhere. For some actors, they begin with highly acclaimed films right off the bat. However, most actors have to work their way up to this privilege. One of the biggest ways that actors earn their spot in Hollywood is…
While moms are largely absent in Disney films, they’ve played a huge role in the horror genre. There are numerous spooky moms who’ve enchanted us throughout popular culture—ranging from mama goals to your absolute worst nightmare. Take a look at 10 of our favorite moms from movies and television in…
Stephen King is without a doubt, one of the most prolific and influential writers of all time. He’s best known for his horror novels, many of which have broken records and have been adapted onto both the big and small screen. We know that the Rebel Circus audience is packed…
Whether you’re a beginner, an intermediate or an advanced witch, witchcraft can be pretty intimidating. There’s just so much to learn! From spells to divination to potions to predictions, there’s a lot of sacred ground to cover. Luckily, there’s plenty of media out there to make it all a bit…
True crime is so impactful that sometimes it makes it’s way into Hollywood. Many of the most infamous true crime stories in history have been adapted for both the big and silver screens—often going on to win major awards. We’ve narrowed down the top 10 must see adaptations of true…
Throughout popular culture, many of our favorite villains have given off distinctive goth vibes. Whether that be their general demeanor or spectacular fashion sense, it’s become a total Hollywood cliché at this point. This means, that many of us spooky kids have found ourselves rooting for the bad guys over…
We know you love witch movies, but what about TV shows? Over the years, dozens of television shows have depicted witches. However, only a fair few belong in our must see list. We’ve curated 10 of the best televisions shows about witches in the gallery below, take a peek at…
In every movie genre, there are a slew of films where the sequel blows the original out of the water and horror is no exception. Sometimes, it takes a second try (or five) to get it right. Other times, they take the franchise in a totally new direction that eclipses…
For years, we’ve heard news that a “The Addams Family” project was in the works. I know I’ve seen fan posters featuring actors Johnny Depp and Eva Green, thinking to myself, “If only.” But I’d put aside the possibility of that happening, especially with 2019’s animated film. And sure, the…
Horror isn’t just for movies anymore. While film is the bread and butter of this genre, it actually originated in literature and has expanded to television, comic books, video games and theater. Many of our favorite horror movies have made such a tremendous impact on popular culture that they were…
Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, many films chose to push their premieres from 2020 to 2021 in order to have a theatrical release. Now, as our world is opening back up, these films will soon be in theaters nationwide and we’ll be able to finally enjoy them. Many of these…
True crime is a huge facet of the documentary world and we find ourselves binge watching retellings of the most popular cases during our free time. In honor of all the true crime lovers out there (and we know there are tons of you), take a look at 13 of…
Valentine’s Day is this weekend and we know that many of the readers aren’t the romantic comedy type. No fear, we’ve got you covered. There are plenty of horror movies made for Valentine’s Day and they’re totally binge worthy. Take a look at 10 of the top horror movies to…
For the past 10 years, “American Horror Story” has been finding new ways to enthrall, enchant and yes, terrify television audiences. The brainchild of Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk (who’d previously collaborated together on “Glee”), each season of the show is presented as it’s own self-contained miniseries, with familiar actors…
Screw Romeo and Juliet. Give me a Morticia and Gomez Addams kind of love. This couple may be spooky, strange and totally unconventional, but their love story is one for the ages. Originally created by cartoonist Charles Addams, this couple has been depicted numerous times on both the small and…
In real relationships, we want a guy who’s honest, kind and trustworthy. But when it comes to television and films, we can’t help but fall for the sexy bad boy. No matter how much you love heroes, there’s something about a hot villain that drives us wild. We’ve narrowed down…
If you’ve already pilfered through the horror sections of Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and HBO Max, it’s time to move onto the big leagues: Shudder. Shudder is a streaming platform that specializes in all things horror, offering a host of classic, contemporary and original content. And while their library of…
I’ll come out and say it proudly, I love the “Twilight” saga. Do I think it’s Pulitzer Prize winning fiction or Oscar worthy film making? No, but it’s entertaining as hell to this day (especially if you’ve gotten a little toasty or tipsy). I grew up on “Twilight,” both the…
If there’s one thing we know about our readers, it’s their love for swear words. While people say it’s not ladylike to cuss, we simply don’t give a damn. But have you ever wondered how your favorite four letter words come to be? Well, it appears that Netflix has the…
Regarded as one of the greatest directors of all time, Tim Burton has made a tremendous impact onto the world of film over the last several decades. Known for his uniquely dark and eccentric style, he’s made waves with his distinctive and daring movie choices. From animated features to stop…
Throughout literature, film, television and even comics, vampires have long been regarded as the sexiest creatures in fantasy. Not werewolves, not witches—but vampires. This trend started off with Bela Lugosi’s “Dracula” and over time, became a phenomenon that took over the mid-2000s, giving us heaps of vampire-human love stories to…
After over a year of waiting, “Euphoria” is back. “Euphoria” broke onto HBO in 2019 and quickly became one of the talked about shows in television, going on to earn lead Zendaya a Primetime Emmy Award. It follows a group of teenagers through the trials and tribulations (although highly dramatized)…
While plenty of people love to spread festive cheer, many of us cringe when the holidays roll around. It’s not that we dislike Christmas, but we get bogged down by the tacky music, corny decorations and of course, the cheesy movies. There are so many Christmas movies meant to make…
If I had the choice, I’d wear black every single day. There’s something magical about putting on an all black outfit and feeling like a spy, a witch or even a tech icon. And when you look at film, you’ll see that some of the most recognizable costumes embrace black…
Everyone raves about Halloween movies, but television networks have been coming out with fire specials for years. And honestly, they deserve some recognition. Halloween episodes are awesome, number one because they’re short and you can watch as few (or as many) as you want to. Plus, if you’re not a…
The final girl is one of the most popular tropes of horror movies and appear in many of the biggest movies of the genre. The term final girl was coined by professor Carol J. Clover in her 1992 book “Men, Women and Chainsaws: Gender in the Modern Horror Film” and…
It feels like every singer under the sun has released a holiday album, however, it’s never the holiday I want to get festive with. Sure, Christmas is cool and all, but it’s got nothing on Halloween. Halloween music is still relatively uncharted, unless you’re down with jamming out to “Monster…
