Could The Grudge (2020) Be the Start of a New Horror Movie Universe?

Earlier today, Sony dropped its first trailer for the upcoming Grudge reboot, due out in January 2020.  And while the trailer does reek of generic “PG-13” horror (despite the film’s actual “R” rating), it has some very larger implications that make it more than any typical horror remake.  Between its unique setting, and connection to the other films, it could very well be the beginning … Continue reading Could The Grudge (2020) Be the Start of a New Horror Movie Universe?

Is Universal Shelving “The Hunt” for the Right Reasons?

Amidst a sea of controversy, and real life tragedy, Universal Pictures has decided to indefinitely cancel the release of their film, The Hunt.  And the internet seems to be pretty divided on the matter.  However, even before this happened, there was a strange political controversy surrounding it that may have affected the studio’s decision.  At the end of the day, is it sensitivity or some … Continue reading Is Universal Shelving “The Hunt” for the Right Reasons?

Why Chris Rock’s “Saw” Reboot Isn’t a Terrible Idea

Horror fans were met with the somewhat surprising news that Chris Rock will be producing a reboot of the Saw franchise due out in 2020.  It certainly seems out of left field, especially considering Rock hasn’t really done anything in the horror genre, and the last sequel only came out in 2017 (something Rock himself has pointed out as weird).  However, given the few things … Continue reading Why Chris Rock’s “Saw” Reboot Isn’t a Terrible Idea