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“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” might try to do too much, but it’s still fun fun
“Come in…if you dare.” Story: It’s been 36 years after Lydia Deetz managed to avoid marrying The Ghost With The Most, and while some things have changed, others haven’t. Delia, Lydia, and Lydia’s daughter Astrid, go back to the old … Continue reading
“Alien: Romulus” – a beautiful yet baffling bit of fan service
With fewer and fewer films being screened for press in the Baltimore area, I’ll be doing more opening day/week reviews. Apologies for folks who’ve been asking for them earlier – and if there’s anything you’d like me to look at, … Continue reading
Posted in 7 Pieces Of, In Horror, Movie Reviews
Tagged 2024 Films, Horror Sequels, Movie Reviews
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“A Quiet Place: Day One” paints a gripping picture of the start of something horrible
“I’d forgotten how the city sings…you can hear it when you’re quiet.” Story: Samira Sam is a young woman who’s come into the city with her hospice gang (AND HER CAT.) But when they have to leave the city due … Continue reading
“In a Violent Nature” – (N)ot (R)ated for a reason
“Maybe it’s supposed to be here.” Story: Spending time in the woods is fun. Nature, exercise, campfires, s’mores…good times. But maybe if you see an old gold locket literally hanging out in the woods? Maybe leave it alone. Because maybe … Continue reading
Happy #MothersDay! “Top Terrifying Mommy’s in Horror” from Real Queen of Horror!
If you’re not watching this YouTube channel? Well, welcome – this channel is so much fun! Zena really knows her stuff, and her love of the genre is infectious. With it being mom’s day, it’s the perfect time to check … Continue reading
“Abigail” – bloody good fun
“I don’t scare easy, so when I do? I take notice.” Story: A group of bad guys and gals come together at the behest of a powerful crime boss; their mission? Kidnap the young daughter of an extremely wealthy man, … Continue reading
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Tagged 2024 Films, In Horror, Movie Reviews
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TrailerWatch – “Alien: Romulus” drops a bloody teaser
“RUN.” I love Fede Álvarez’s work. Okay, so 2022’s Texas Chainsaw Massacre was absolute garbage, but he was one writer among three, and didn’t direct. So I’ll give him a pass. This time, he helms an Alien-set story, set in … Continue reading
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Tagged Alien franchise, Horror Sequels, Movie Trailers
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Award Season – Dead Meat Horror Awards 2024
Yeah yeah the Oscars are this weekend. And I’ll be interested to see who and what take the little gold men this year. But how about horror movies? Genre films are notoriously left out of the running when it comes … Continue reading
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Tagged Award Season, Dead Meat, In Horror
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TrailerWatch – “Abigail” brings us a child (murder) prodigy
Yeah baby. You wanted more creepy kid horror? Universal has your creepy kid horror. Synopsis! After a group of would-be criminals kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure, all they have to do to collect a $50 … Continue reading
“Night Swim” successfully glides through familiar waters
“We’re the pool family!” Story: The Walker fam look to move into a new house after dad Ray got injured during his pro baseball thang. (#GoSports) But they can’t decide on what house to choose; one that’s handicapped accessible but … Continue reading
