Take Two Review: John Fallon’s “The Shelter” (2016)
Michael Paré delivers a powerful performance in “The Shelter”, a haunting examination of living with the consequences of poor decisions. Much like TERROR TALK, a movie that I previously reviewed for...
View ArticleReel Review: Rust Creek (2018)
Delivering a powerful story and strong female protagonist, Jen McGowan impresses with the surprising and thoughtful survival thriller “Rust Creek”. IFC Midnight is best known for their deep library of...
View ArticleReel Review: Doom Room (2019)
While “Doom Room” doesn’t completely deliver on its high concept, it remains an emotional, thought provoking horror film worth checking out. Editor’s Note: I first discovered this film back in 2016...
View ArticleReel Review: The 6th Friend (2019)
Letia Clouston’s “THE 6TH FRIEND” is an effective slasher that both embraces and shuns the stereotypes of female characters in horror. I have been writing for Morbidly Beautiful for approximately two...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: Uninvited (1987)
Don’t turn down an invitation to see the Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray release of the 1987 cult film “Uninvited” with outstanding director’s commentary track. UNINVITED is the movie I didn’t know that I...
View ArticleNew On Blu: Suspiria (Luca Guadagnino, 2018)
While Argento’s original is a beloved and undisputed masterpiece, the 2018 re-imagining of “Suspiria” holds its own as a stunningly unique vision. HEREDITARY was the most polarizing film of 2018, but...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: Witchtrap Blu-Ray
Fans of 80s Horror and Linnea Quigley should rejoice at Vinegar Syndrome’s Blu-ray release of WITCHTRAP, a charming and bloody supernatural throwback. Admit it. When you see the title WITCHTRAP you...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: There’s Nothing Out There!
Vinegar Syndrome’s new release of the hidden horror comedy gem “There’s Nothing Out There!” is already an early contender for Blu-ray release of the year. I am constantly amazed at the number of horror...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: Bloody New Year (1987)
“Let’s do the time warp again!” with Vinegar Syndrome’s latest release, the Norman J. Warren teens-in-peril horror flick, “BLOODY NEW YEAR”. If there’s an obscure, nearly lost cult film out there, then...
View ArticleReel Review: Blood Bound (2019)
Beautifully shot with exceptional performances, “Blood Bound” is a creepy and spellbinding film that may end up as one of the best of the year. For my taste, there aren’t enough good movies revolving...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: Wacko (1982)
Surely Vinegar Syndrome didn’t release another Greydon Clark movie? They did…and don’t call me Shirley! I check out VinSyn’s latest “Wacko” release. Before seeing the Vinegar Syndrome Blu-ray release...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: Party Line (1988)
A sexy, nostalgic romp for children of the 80s, “Party Night” looks great on Blu-ray, even if both the film and the release are light on substance. Vinegar Syndrome brings me back to my later teen...
View ArticleNew Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival 2019
We’re gearing up for the NJ Horror Con and Film Festival, which gives fans the chance to see amazing indie films while mingling with big names in Horror. For the very first time, Morbidly Beautiful...
View ArticleReel Review: THE HOUSE aka HUSET (2019)
Enter THE HOUSE for a unique and terrifying experience you’ll want to revisit time and time again; the potential to be an instant cult classic. There are few things that I love in horror as much as...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: The Suckling (1990)
The party is happening at Big Mama’s underground abortion clinic and brothel in the 90s schlocker “The Suckling”, now on Blu-ray from Vinegar Syndrome. According to IMDB, writer/director Francis Teri...
View ArticleCon Coverage: NJ HorrorCon and Film Fest
After an incredible weekend where I experienced so much, but still not nearly enough, I recap my time at the Spring 2019 NJ HorrorCon and Film Fest. Sunday morning, March 31st, was the last day of the...
View ArticleQuiver of Fear Friday: The Chill Factor
Prepare to be demon possessed by the Arrow Films Blu-ray release of the 90s winter slasher/possession indie horror film, THE CHILL FACTOR. THE CHILL FACTOR (aka DEMON POSSESSED) is a movie I wanted...
View ArticleSyndrome Saturday: The Vineyard (1989)
Join legendary Lo Pan at “THE VINEYARD” for a night on a beautiful island, wine, sacrifices, and zombies looking for revenge in this Blu-ray gem. In a 2017 issue of Food & Wine magazine, writer...
View ArticleNekromantik and Nekromantik 2 Blu-ray Bundle
Cult Epics gives cult and extreme horror fans the return of the loving dead, with definitive Blu-ray releases of NEKROMANTIK and NEKROMANTIK 2. While doing some research before watching NEKROMANTIK, I...
View ArticleNew on Blu: HOAX (2019) (Dread Presents)
Is Bigfoot real or a myth? HOAX may not answer that question for you, but this surprising film is determined to make you afraid of camping in the woods. This is my first review for a Dread Presents...
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