Film has and always will be; a powerful device for telling stories. Since its inception, through struggle and strife, the movies have been a breeding ground for community engagement. It provides a space for us as human beings to gather, escape to worlds beyond our physical reach, share stories, and…
A budding genre in the world of movies – from blockbusters to indie student films – Neon Noir is taking the cinema-sphere by storm. More of an aesthetic genre than topical, neon noir directs its attention to cinematography, ornate color palettes, vibrant lighting choices and intricate editing patterns. Going back…
We all need to let out a good cry sometimes. Seriously. It’s scientifically proven that crying releases oxytocin and endorphins, which is why you normally feel refreshed and calmer after a good cry. So, in order to keep functioning in a complicated world, it’s necessary to let loose and let…
Whether you love them or hate them, there’s no denying the cultural impact of the iconic foursome; Carrie, Miranda, Samantha and Charlotte. Taking the late 90’s and early aughts by storm, the ‘Sex and the City’ quad loosely set the tone for what it means to be young and single…
After nearly four years of waiting, Ari Aster’s third theatrical film is officially here… and it’s tough to swallow. The burgeoning director’s debut freshman and sophomore films “Hereditary” and “Midsommar” solidified themselves in cult horror status as cinematic heavy-hitters, inspiring a generation of young filmmakers and new-wave horror fans alike….
Easter is a time for gathering with family and friends to feast and engage in a hunt around the backyard for pastel-colored eggs filled with treats. For a lucky few, it marks the day in which you must don a giant, sweaty, bunny costume and frolic in the grass much…
Long gone are the days of simply appreciating something – now you stan it. You’re part of a family; a hive. You strive to be someone’s fave, you tweet and engage with a public figure obsessively until they notice you, you go down swinging for the figure and you promise…
Camp is like being punched in the face by a peacock in a hat. You don’t really know what’s happening or why it’s happening, but you damn well notice it. The art of camp is both nuanced and outrageously blatant and defining it is famously difficult. Academics cannot agree on…
I love a good romantic comedy. From classics like “When Harry Met Sally” to more modern offerings such as “Set It Up,” romcoms serve as the sweetest of escapes from the horrors of the modern dating scene. With what is arguably one of the most polarizing holidays right around the…
Horror is one of the most universally accessible, engrossing and iconic genres of film that consistently provides quality content for the masses year after year, and 2022 was no different. Horror movies serve as a communal experience for audiences to gather, willingly subject themselves to bone-chilling imagery and scenarios, and…
Wednesday Addams is back with a vengeance in her new Netflix series, “Wednesday.” A fabulous concoction of mystery, thriller, murder, dark family secrets, romantic drama and wild twists, Tim Burton’s “Wednesday” summoned a record-breaking debut week with over 340 million hours viewed. Contributing to the show’s popularity is Wednesday’s (Jenna…
Horror has always been a popular staple and every so often, the genre has a breakout year. The last horror breakout year that we saw was in 2017, with the releases of “It,” “Get Out,” “Split,” “Annabelle: Creation” and more. Other times, it’s a ghost town when it comes to…
It’s finally here. Tim Burton’s much anticipated (and overdue) interpretation of the iconic Addams Family character, Wednesday is officially streaming on Netflix, and it’s perfect. While many of us grew up completely enamored with the early nineties offerings such as “The Addams Family” and “The Addams Family Values” from director…
Most people do not know what demonic possession is actually like. For the most part, the concept of possessions and exorcisms comes from what we see in movies and books. But for some people, possessions and exorcisms are frighteningly real. Exorcisms came to everyone’s attention with the release of the…
Halloween has come and gone once more and the celebrity costumes this year did not disappoint. It’s always fun to see what celebrities can pull off on Halloween with their teams of makeup artists, hair stylists, costume designers and photographers. 2022 has been a year of showing off major creativity…
Ah, the female void. Born from cult tragic queens such as Virginia Woolf, Sylvia Plath, Frida Kahlo, Judy Garland, Marilyn Monroe, Amy Winehouse. Kept alive today by Florence Welch, Ottessa Moshfegh, Phoebe Bridgers, Fiona Apple. The female void can best be described through self-proclaimed tragic queen and Instagram artist, Audrey…
Good news for all of my spooky season lovers: after 12 long months of waiting, it is finally October again! Rejoice as department stores flood their shelves with Halloween-affiliated merchandise and streaming services begin to highlight the horror movies available within their catalogs. It’s time to dust off those eclectic…
So movies aren’t your cup of tea? Or maybe you’re not entirely in the mood to cozy up on the couch and settle in for a few hours of slasher antics. That is totally fine! There is a multitude of shows that can help to get you in Halloween spirit…
The Love Witch (2016) is a comedy, horror, thriller, sexploitation and romance all wrapped up into one, beautiful cinematic masterpiece. Written and directed by Anna Biller, The Love Witch is an essay on gender roles, mental health, love and women’s suffering hidden in a campy 35mm film. In The Love…
Empty hospitals and asylums are eerie on their own, but they become even eerier when you consider the spirits lurking around, the human cages, the suspicious treatments and everything else that went down in there. Asylums have become a horror staple due to the paranormal activity that many folks believe…
October is here and it’s time to start planning those Halloweekend fits. Planning a Halloween costume can be a daunting task, often times we find ourselves with a well of ideas but no time or drive to execute those ideas. The good news is, each costume in this list features…
America is a culture obsessed with gruesome serial killers and true crime and Netflix’s new show, Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story is further proving that fact. Dahmer, created by the legendary Ryan Murphy and starring American Horror Story’s Evan Peters, tells the story of one of the most notorious serial…
Olivia Wilde’s controversial sophomore film Don’t Worry Darling is genuinely not worth worrying about! The dark cloud of on-set and online drama that hung closely above the heads of everyone involved with the making of the film resulted in the delivery of a semi-lackluster and hollow interpretation of 2022’s favorite…
If you thought women were just background characters or accessories in mythology, I’m here to change your mind. A mythological figure does not always necessarily mean a fictional one, either. They are someone whose stories have been told that have entered hundreds of generations of traditions and culture. Every country,…
D-list horror director Ti West is back and with a bang. His iconic return to the silver screen consists of a horror trilogy starring the elusive indie darling, Mia Goth. West and Goth have now developed two installments of the “X” franchise this year alone, and the pair has so…
As Autumn leaves turn and that familiar chill begins to creep in, I present to you, dearest readers, a list of the best couples currently keeping our hearts and television sets warm. Love is in the air, and oh boy is it rough, from Kate and Anthony’s epic slow burn…
When it comes to legends of the slasher genre, Michael Myers of “Halloween” is a the top of the heap. “Halloween” was directed and scored by John Carpenter, which truly put him on the map. It also featured Jamie Lee Curtis in her film debut, who’d go on to become…
While many horror movies are based on original source material, many were adapted from popular novels. Horror is one of the most read literary genres, with authors such as Stephen King, H.G. Wells and Clive Barker terrifying readers for decades. And many of these frightening stories have made their way…
Humans have been telling ghost stories since the beginning of time. And once film came around, it didn’t take long before ghosts made their way to the big screen. Today, ghost stories continue to thrive in the horror genre and they certainly do more than just saying “Boo!” We’ve gathered…
As a lover of horror, I’ve seen heaps of horror movies over the years and I’m open to just about anything. I love a good supernatural horror movie, I’m down to watch slashers and I’m even a super fan of the “Saw” franchise. However, there are a select few horror…
Horror is known for its tropes—from masked slashers to evil clowns to the final girl. Another cliché is evil or creepy children, whether they’re the protagonist, antagonist or some other secondary character. Horror is chock full of them and many of us were given nightmares from these murderous minors. Take…
Horror has come a long way in terms of inclusion and diversity over the years, however, it still has a very long way to go. The genre can definitely up their game when it comes to LGBTQ+ representation, as the majority of protagonists and antagonists in horror are straight passing…
When it comes to 1990s horror, “Scream” stands out from the pack. “Scream” in nature is incredibly referential, poking fun at the clichés and tropes of slasher movies. In doing so, it became a phenomenon in its own right and has become one of the most recognizable horror franchises of…
For many of us, we grew up with 1991’s “The Addams Family” and 1993’s “Addams Family Values.” Anjelica Huston was our Morticia and Cristina Ricci was our Wednesday. However, before the Addams’ ever graced the big screen, there was the wildly popular silver screen adaptation. In 1964, “The Addams Family”…
Many iconic horror franchises got their start in the early 2000s, including “Final Destination.” The first film debuted in 2000 and was directed by James Wong, who’d previously directed and written many episodes of “The X-Files.” Thus far, five films have been released in the franchise and each features a…
Horror is an extremely mixed bag. There are plenty of films that are smash successes at the box office, earning multiple millions over budget and spawning numerous sequels. On the other hand, there are also big time flops that go down in infamy. However, a bad performance at the box…
Horror is one of the most diverse and divisive film genres out there. There are so many different kinds of horror movies for virtual every movie fan that likes a good scare. Horror can be split into many different subgenres and many of us hardcore fans have developed a favorite…
2022 is going to be a great year, we’re manifesting it. What we do know for sure is that it will be an amazing year for horror and we can’t wait to get our butts to the theater. This year, there will be plenty of highly anticipated sequels belonging to…
In horror, we’ve become pretty accustomed to seeing male villains on the big screen. From Leatherface to Jason Voorhees to Freddy Krueger to Michael Myers, men have largely dominated this role for the past half century. However, there are tons of noteworthy female antagonists to discuss. And some of these…
Horror is an exceptionally misunderstood genre. Many people who aren’t as familiar with it believe it’s all scary movies designed to give you nightmares for weeks. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. Horror is vast, it’s diverse and there are plenty of horror movies that aren’t super scary….
When it comes to horror, everyone knows about classics such as “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” “Friday the 13th,” “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” and “Halloween.” But there are thousands of horror movies worth watching out there! We encourage you to step outside your comfort zone this weekend and pursue some…
Romance is a key element of thousands of movies and television shows. However, not all relationships shown on screen are healthy. In fact, some of them are straight up toxic. Although these stories are fictional, they teach young people all the wrong things and send a bad message about partnership….
In horror movies, we’re generally supposed to relate to the protagonist or the final girl. However, more often than not, many of us feel connected to the villains. It’s not because we’ve got murder on the mind, villains are just way more interesting. There are hundreds of amazing horror villains…
In horror, villains come in all shapes and sizes. But, one of the genre’s staples is masking up their fearsome antagonists. Masks allow horror’s villains to remain anonymous while scaring the pants off of audiences in the process. When it comes to horror masks, there are plenty to choose from…
While many of us are familiar with English language horror movies, it’s important to spread our wings every once and a while. There are hundreds of incredible horror movies made by talented artists from around the world and they’ve made a tremendous impact on film as a whole. Trust us,…
After nearly two years away from our screens, “American Horror Story” is back. Season 10 of “American Horror Story” will hit our screens on August 25th and for the first time ever, it’s being split into two parts. “American History: Double Feature” will include kick off with “Red Tide” which…
While we may not know them personally, we come to love celebrities for their work and personalities. In this, we get an understanding of who they are and in many cases, their personalities reflect their sun sign. Again, for the people in the back, we’re all made up of many…
Back in February, we were teased with an upcoming Wednesday Addams live action television series coming to Netflix. It was announced early on that the series would be directed by the legendary Tim Burton and would depict Addams as an adolescent. “The upcoming eight-episode series is a sleuthing, supernaturally infused…
In the film industry as a whole, remakes are exceptionally common. When they go right, they can resurrect source material and bring it to a brand new audience. But when they go wrong, they go REALLY wrong. The horror genre is not exempt to remakes and over the years, we’ve…
Over time, horror has evolved and grown as a genre. There have been countless fads and fashions that have been circulated through films, but one thing remains the same, the love for good scares. By design, all horror movies are intended to be scary but it takes a special kind…
In 2013, director James Wan debuted “The Conjuring” and the entire genre of horror was never the same again. This film was such a smash success, it would inspire an entire “The Conjuring” universe, which includes eight films thus far. This franchise is the second highest-grossing horror movie franchise of…
In 1938, cartoonist Charles Addams debuted “The Addam’s Family” for The New Yorker. These comics included husband and wife Gomez and Morticia Addams, their children Wednesday and Pugsley, Gomez’s brother Fester, Morticia’s mother Grandmama, their butler Lurch and Pugsley’s pet octopus Aristotle. The comic grew in popularity over the next…
Horror has churned out countless antagonists over the past 100 years. However, not all villains are created equal. Some horror villains are absolutely horrifying and if we had to go up against them, there’s no way we’d survive. On the other hand, there are some horror villains who could be…
Elvira, Mistress of the Dark has made a tremendous impact on popular culture. For over four decades, she’s delighted audiences with her witty one-liners and nearly poked the eyes of many with her cleavage. But there’s more to this iconic character than a valley girl voice and a black bouffant…
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…
