As society and technology evolves, so too does the art of filmmaking. The 2010s saw a massive trend of “found footage” horror movies after being popularized by Blair Witch Project in 1999 and again by Paranormal Activity in 2009. But as technology grew and things like Skype, Zoom, and FaceTime became more popular, the genre evolved again into what I like to call “Web Footage”. … Continue reading Top 5 Creepy “Web Footage” Movies
What a year it’s been! Absolutely no one who went into 2020 had any accurate idea of what the year would bring, having brought the world itself to its very knees. While theater remained closed for most of the year, there weren’t a whole lot of theatrical movie releases. However, between streaming, drive-ins, and the few months that AMC and Regal were open, we still … Continue reading Top 10 Best Horror Movies of 2020
As 2020 comes to its much anticipated end, it’s a time for self-reflection and nostalgia. Looking back on this most tumultuous of years, Shudder was always there for us horror fans. Between watch-alongs, interacting with fans over social media, and a constant slew on new original content each month. So we thought it would fun to look back and highlight the best and most entertaining … Continue reading Top 10 Shudder Originals of 2020
It’s hard to believe that things like stay at home orders, social distancing, and wearing masks in public have been the new normal for nearly six months. For many horror fans, as well as all movie fans, this was an opportunity to catch up on watching movies that had been on our lists forever. And while the world slowly returns to normalcy (or at least … Continue reading How the Global Pandemic will Change Horror
The Challenge: Watch every single movie/series/podcast on Shudder by the end of 2020. The Stakes: If I lose, I must cut my long hair for my upcoming wedding (10/31/2021). If I win, I get to keep my long hair, as well as have full control over the music at the reception. Can it be done?! We’re now in week 5 of the Great Shudder Challenge. … Continue reading The Great Shudder Challenge – Week 5
While the world dealt with the complete lockdown in the early months of the global pandemic, Shudder thought that adding a little demonic horror to the mix would spice things up, and they weren’t wrong. The result is Host, a film shot entirely over Zoom, and one which achieves maximum scares and impressive technical achievements, with minimal resources. What Else Is There To Do? Amidst … Continue reading “Host” – Movie Review
Halloween Year-Round 