When it comes to horror sequels, they tend to be a dime a dozen and result in vastly diminishing returns very quickly. One such sequel that broke the mold and remains highly regarded to this day is 1997’s Scream 2. Against all odds (a very rushed schedule, numerous rewrites), it managed to be way better than anyone expected. So in honor of its 25th anniversary … Continue reading 25 Fun Facts About “Scream 2”
In an age of cheap cash grab “requels” that are devoid of anything new or original (we’re looking at you Halloween 2018, Force Awakens, and Jurassic World), one meta series has returned for a post post-modern look at the genre. Scream (2022) may be as un-originally titled as several other “requels” or “soft reboots”, but it is in no way like the rest. Return to … Continue reading Scream (2022) – Movie Review [Spoiler Free]
For many teenagers, high school can be an absolutely terrifying experience. Between dealing with hormones, social pressure, trouble at home, and outright bullying from other students, who hasn’t wished for a boost of power during that time? Perhaps that’s why The Craft resonated so much with young audiences 25 years ago. It was empowering and exciting to see four teenage girls use witchcraft to stand … Continue reading 25 Magical Facts About “The Craft”
The original Scream not only perfectly satirized the slasher subgenre, but it revolutionized it entirely and led to a new meta wave in horror. Scream 2 and Scream 3 were inevitable given the franchise’s success, and even manage to lampoon the very idea of sequels in horror. But by far the most interesting sequel is Scream 4. Released a full decade after the previous installment, … Continue reading 10 Fun Facts About Scream 4
Well it’s impossible to go on the internet without seeing the news that David Arquette has officially signed on to reprise his role of Dewey in the upcoming Scream 5. And with Neve Campbell reportedly in talks to come back as Sidney, some fans are excited at the idea of 2 of the 3 main characters returning (the jury is still out on Courtney Cox). … Continue reading Pros and Cons of “Scream 5”
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