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$[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 31 - THE BEYOND. This Lucio Fulci film is a bit fractured story-wise but it exists on a level of...$

11/01/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 31 - THE BEYOND. This Lucio Fulci film is a bit fractured story-wise but it exists on a level of pure atmosphere, descending into a bizarre nightmare. There is some truly beautiful imagery and some creative schlocky gore. If you are okay with a slow-paced affair, you may enjoy this journey into hell! Find THE BEYOND on Blu-ray & streaming on Peacock!

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10/29/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 29 - BONES AND ALL. The horror genre is a versatile one and this film from Luca Guadagnino flexes the genres’ dramatic chops, telling a mesmerizing tale about growing up and self-discovery through the lens of cannibals. It’s very well acted, with Taylor Russell being the standout performance here, and features a score from Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross. BONES AND ALL can be found on Blu-ray and streaming on Amazon Prime!

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10/28/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 28 - FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S. Does this movie adaptation live up to the creepiness of the original games? No, not really. It doesn’t ever get into the realm of unsettling or terrifying, but it’s still a decent, albeit flawed, watch with a cast that is enjoyable. See it in theaters now or stream it on Peacock!

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10/28/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 26 - MY BEST FRIEND IS A VAMPIRE. Today I’m letting my main squeeze Mandy do a guest pick today and she chose this ‘80s vampire comedy. She describes it a John Hughes movie for the horror crowd. Quirky friends experience the outrageous situation of a friend becoming immortal and it’s bloodsuckingly fun! Find it on Vestron Video Blu-ray and for rent on VOD.

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10/26/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 26 - GHOULIES. The poster for this flick is pretty iconic. The image of a little green creature popping out of the toilet has always stuck with me since seeing it on shelves in the old Blockbuster Video days. While the movie (sadly) doesn’t delve into any creature-in-toilet-looking-for-buttcheeks shenanigans, it is a weird kind of nonsensical movie that has some cheesy acting, fun effects and a silly charm that makes for an enjoyable watch. I viewed this on the new MVD Visual 4K release and wow, it looks REALLY good. GHOULIES is available on 4K/Blu-ray and for rent on VOD.

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10/25/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 25 - THE MIST. This is easily one of my favorite adaptations of a Stephen King story put to film. It’s a perfect microcosm, examining how fear can break down our society and is eerily representative of today’s culture. I watched the director’s cut (aka the black & white version) as it helps lend a lot more atmosphere and gravitas to the tale, which ends in one of the darkest tragic endings in a movie. It’s a super interesting watch. THE MIST is available on 4K/ Blu-ray, on Peacock, and for rent on VOD.

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10/25/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 24 - TALES FROM THE DARKSIDE: THE MOVIE. Featuring tales inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle and Steven King, this three-tale anthology doesn’t have a bad story in the bunch! The final segment, about a gargoyle come to life, is definitely my favorite though. It also has a lot of recognizable talent in front of and behind the camera, from George Romero to Steve Buscemi. TALES FROM THE DARKSIDE is available on Scream Factory Blu-ray and to rent on VOD.

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10/23/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 23 - FROSTBITER: WRATH OF THE WENDIGO. This movie may not have had much of a budget but the filmmakers didn’t let that lessen their ambition! The effects are all handmade and so much fun, often giving this lo-fi film an increased scope. Puppets, miniatures and stop-motion are all creatively employed here as the Michigan-based crew very much play in the EVIL DEAD sandbox. Its flaws lie in the, at times, abrasive Troma-style caricatures and weird music choices. Though there are at least two songs about chili in the movie that are pretty funny to hear. This is definitely a little gem of unknown horror cinema ripe for discovery. FROSTBITER (also known as WENDIGO) is available on Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray and to rent on Amazon Prime.

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10/22/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 22 - SCREAM FOR HELP! From DEATH WISH director Michael Winner and writer Tom Holland (FRIGHT NIGHT) comes this B-movie about a young girl who suspects her stepdad is trying to kill her mom and will stop at nothing to expose him! This schlocky flick is the perfect party movie as you’ll no doubt have fun cackling at the bizarre choices the characters make, especially the main protagonist who is hilariously tenacious in her quest to find proof. I loved it! SCREAM FOR HELP is available on Blu-ray and available to rent on VOD.

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10/21/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 21 - HOST! If you are in need of a quick horror movie that still delivers the goods, this comes highly recommended! At a brisk 57 minutes, HOST is an efficient screen-life scarefest that is genuinely creepy and made me jump more than once. Watch with the lights turned off! HOST is available on Blu-ray and streaming on Shudder.

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10/20/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 20 - THE BEING! From BLOOD DINER director Jackie Kong, this creature feature plays it fairly straight in regards to its B-grade monster movie roots. It has its charms, even if it ultimately is hesitant to show the creature for most of its runtime. I had a fun time watching it but set your expectations below the zaniness of BLOOD DINER. THE BEING is available on Blu-ray and streaming on Amazon Prime.

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10/19/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 19 - OF UNKNOWN ORIGIN! Do you have a fear of rats? Well then I’ve got the movie for you! 🐀💀 This movie features Peter Weller vs a very conniving and pissed-off rat as the two duke it out for ultimate domination! There’s some silliness abound in the concept of this flick but don’t let it fool you, there’s some genuine thrills and creep factor afoot too! I had a good time with this one. OF UNKNOWN ORIGIN is available on Scream Factory Blu-ray and for rental on VOD.

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10/18/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 18 - THE WICKER MAN! Considered to be one of the Unholy Trinity of films that birthed the folk horror genre and arguably the most well known of its kind. This provocative story has diegetic musical moments intertwined with a winding mystery that resolves itself in a horrifying manner. It’s taken a few watches to really allow this one to sink its teeth into me me admittedly, but on this viewing, I thoroughly enjoyed the eccentricity of the movie and its implications on puritanism and some of the hypocritical nature of a chosen religion. THE WICKER MAN is available on 4K/Blu-ray disc and streaming on Amazon Prime.

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10/17/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 17 - POLTERGEIST! This movie is ‘80s horror perfection! When it’s not indulging in (amazing) spectral effects goodness, it’s spending time with the Freelings as they cope with what’s happening around them. The quieter moments of the film are where we see their personalities and bonds shine through, making for an endearing experience as the events unfold. Pair all that with Jerry Goldsmith’s iconic score, and you’re in for a good time! POLTERGEIST is available on 4K/Blu-ray disc and streaming on Max.

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10/16/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 16 - APPENDAGE! If the Babadook and Frank Henenlotter had a baby, it’d be this movie. This weird little flick does some solid work in manifesting mental illness (mostly anxiety and depression) into a monstrous creature intent on taking down the person it’s sunk its teeth into. What the main character feels is relatable and even visceral at times. The film has some flaws but it works where it counts and it’s not afraid to take a chance or two. APPENDAGE is available to stream on Hulu.

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10/16/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 15 - SLUGS! This movie is bonkers and I love it! It’s full of characters with weird logic choices as they go up against killer carnivorous slugs! These tiny slimey creatures are shown as moving quite slow and yet they always manage to get the upper hand and their voracious appetites for human flesh result in many a moment of fun, gorey special effects! SLUGS is available on Blu-ray from Arrow Video and streaming on Tubi.

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10/14/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 14 - THE HALLOWEEN TREE! From writer/narrator Ray Bradbury and producer David Kirschner, this 1993 animated Halloween tale follows kids on an adventure that traverses time to explore facets of the holiday’s history and its thematics of life and death as they try to save their dying friend. It features the voice of Leonard Nimoy as Moundshroud, the kids’ mysterious guide on their journey through the history of Halloween. I never knew of this film’s existence until very recently, thanks to our very own Paul Farrell, and it’s something I imagine that, had I been aware of it, it would likely have been a staple in my seasonal watches growing up. It’s an excellent film, lush with imagery and heart, that the whole family can watch to celebrate the traditions of the holiday, and maybe make your own Halloween tradition in the process. THE HALLOWEEN TREE is available on VOD for rent or purchase!

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10/13/2023

[31 DAYS OF HORROR] DAY 13 - FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VI: JASON LIVES! It’s Friday October 13th, how could I not indulge in some Jason Voorhees mayhem?! My personal favorite of the series is PART IV: THE FINAL CHAPTER, however, I wanted to watch one that I hadn’t seen in a long while so I went with this commonly-touted franchise favorite. Plus I do like the zombified Jason look too. FRIDAY THE 13TH PART VI: JASON LIVES is available on Blu-ray and streaming on Max!

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