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Ranking Every Rob Zombie Movie (including The Munsters)

There are few directors out there quite as divisive as Rob Zombie.  You either enjoy his films for what they are, or you despise them and refer to them as literal garbage with very few people in the middle.  Between his surrealist music video approach to visuals, and characters that are incredibly trashy and hostile towards one another, he’s almost a genre to himself. So … Continue reading Ranking Every Rob Zombie Movie (including The Munsters)

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Family Friendly Horror, Movie Review

Rob Zombie’s “The Munsters” – Actually, Not That Bad (Review)

Following a teaser that harkened back to the original series’ opening, and a trailer that left audiences incredibly concerned, Rob Zombie’s adaptation/prequel of The Munsters is finally out on physical media and streaming on Netflix.  And while the entire internet predicted it would be in the running for the worst movie ever made, the honest truth is it’s not that bad (albeit with a few … Continue reading Rob Zombie’s “The Munsters” – Actually, Not That Bad (Review)

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Horror News

Rob Zombie’s “Munsters” is Getting a Bluray/DVD Release Sept. 27

Fans of physical media rejoice!  Rob Zombie’s The Munsters will be releasing on Bluray/DVD/Digital on Tuesday September 27, 2022.  And for fans of bonus content, they’ve already announced an hour long behind the scenes documentary, along with a feature commentary from Rob Zombie himself. It was reported earlier this week that the movie would be releasing to Netflix as well, however it’s unclear at this … Continue reading Rob Zombie’s “Munsters” is Getting a Bluray/DVD Release Sept. 27

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Horror News

Rob Zombie Announces “The Munsters” Releasing Straight to Netflix

Rob Zombie’s latest film project The Munsters has been the subject of great intrigue, for both good and bad reasons.  The incredibly divisive director is known for his love of the original Munsters TV series and while the first teaser delighted fans with a recreation of the show’s original opening, the full trailer left a lot to be desired. While fans continue to debate and … Continue reading Rob Zombie Announces “The Munsters” Releasing Straight to Netflix

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Horror Comedy, Horror News

Rob Zombie Keeps True to Original “Munsters” in New Teaser Trailer

Well known for his brutally violent, gleefully gory, and downright despicable movies, Rob Zombie shocked the world when he announced that he would be writing and directing a modern adaptation of The Munsters TV series from the 60’s. Zombie himself has long been a fan of the show, even featuring it in one of his movies on a TV screen.  Despite this, it seemed strange … Continue reading Rob Zombie Keeps True to Original “Munsters” in New Teaser Trailer

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Nostalgia, Opinion/Editorial

“Grindhouse” 15 Years Later: An Ambitious Experiment That Deserved Better

Creators are often an amalgamation of their inspirations whether intentionally or not.  And while they’re more known for other genres, both Quentin Tarantino and Robert Rodriguez wear their inspirations on their sleeve.  Growing up watching exploitation action/horror/sci-fi films, you can certainly see the same grittiness blended with tongue-in-cheek humor present in many of their critically acclaimed films. So while it seemingly came out of nowhere, … Continue reading “Grindhouse” 15 Years Later: An Ambitious Experiment That Deserved Better

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Horror News, Upcoming Horror

Rob Zombie Officially Announces “Munsters” Adaptation

The rumors have been circulating for months, but according to an Instagram post by Rob Zombie himself earlier today, he is slated to direct an upcoming movie adaptation of The Munsters. To no one’s surprise, Zombie’s wife and frequent actress Sheri Moon Zombie is rumored to be portraying Mrs. Munster, with other Rob Zombie regulars like Jeff Daniel Philips and Richard Brake rumored to have … Continue reading Rob Zombie Officially Announces “Munsters” Adaptation

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Opinion/Editorial

10 Most Interesting Rob Zombie Characters

Known for his ultra-violent visuals, and downright hostile dialogue, it’s often easy to spot a Rob Zombie character just by listening to them talk for a few seconds.  A common complaint is that none of his characters are likeable, but people who say that seem to be missing the point. We’re meant to me intrigued and entertained by them, not identify with them, and hopefully … Continue reading 10 Most Interesting Rob Zombie Characters

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Opinion/Editorial, Slashers

In Defense of Rob Zombie’s “Halloween” Movies

There are few slasher films (or just overall horror films) more beloved than 1978’s Halloween.  Not only did it inspire the massive slasher boom of the 1980’s, but on its own, it’s a brilliant exercise in fear, tension, and suspense. And while it managed to spawn an entire an entire franchise of sequels, spinoffs, and remakes, not all of the following films are loved equally.  … Continue reading In Defense of Rob Zombie’s “Halloween” Movies

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Opinion/Editorial, shudder

“Verotika”: WTF Was That?

Horror is an incredibly unique genre in that even its terrible movies can still be quite fun and entertaining.  The same certainly can’t be said for a comedy that isn’t funny or a drama that’s absolutely ridiculous. But a horror film can be so bad that it’s hilarious to mock and laugh at.  As The Last Drive In host Joe Bob Briggs has often said, … Continue reading “Verotika”: WTF Was That?

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