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Weird Wednesday: The Freakmaker (1974)
The mix of horror, sci-fi, carnival performers, and jarring score make “The Freakmaker” one of the most WTF movies I’ve ever seen. This Weird Wednesday pick comes courtesy of a Kat Ellinger (film...
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Syndrome Saturday: Murder Weapon/Deadly Embrace
Vinegar Syndrome releases a stunning double-feature with two ridiculously fun and sexy flicks from a B-movie icon and horror queen. Vinegar Syndrome re-releases their 2016 Blu-ray offering of Murder...
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Severin Sunday: Beyond Darkness (1987)
Severin releases another essential, feature-rich Blu-ray featuring a surprisingly watchable possession flick from an infamous filmmaker. Claudio Fragasso (aka Clyde Anderson), the director of Troll 2,...
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Tips for Making the Most Out of Your “Horror Nights”
A recap of my Halloween Horror Nights 2021 experience and tips for newcomers looking to make the most of this incredible annual event. The sun slowly drops below the horizon, covering Universal Studio...
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Recap: Exhumed Films 24-Hour Horror-thon (2021)
More than 24 hours of genre classics shown in a historic theater with fellow film nerds is the very definition of horror heaven. In 2019, Exhumed Films ran the 13th edition of their 24-Hour Horror-thon...
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Weird Wednesday: The Black Cat (1934)
“The Black Cat” is a true unsung gem of the pre-Code era, a chilling classic featuring genre legend Karloff plus Lugosi at his finest. It may seem odd to have a 1930s Universal Studios horror movie as...
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Embracing the Fear: My Scare Actor Debut
Looking back on a frightful year, I’m happy I conquered my own fears and became a scare actor — becoming the undead for the time of my life. I don’t think anyone is going to argue that 2021 was a...
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Indie Release Radar (Feb 2022)
In our new column, we share the latest Blu-ray releases from our favorite indie distributors — from cult classics to long-lost gems. The holidays are over, but that doesn’t mean your favorite labels...
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Vinegar Syndrome Valentine’s Day Sale
Light those candles, turn on your fave ’80s horror synth soundtrack, and prepare for the season of love — Vinegar Syndrome style. February brings the last push of the Winter season before giving way to...
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TromaDance ’22 Film Submissions Open
The Mahoning Drive-In Theater has announced that Lloyd Kaufman, the Toxic Avenger, and TromaDance Film Fest will be returning July 22-24! It’s no exaggeration to say the Mahoning Drive-In Theater,...
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Syndrome Saturday: Delta Space Mission (1984)
A loving restoration from Deaf Crocodile and Vinegar Syndrome, “Delta Space Mission” is a must-own release — a stunning animated adventure. Deaf Crocodile, a Los Angeles-based distribution and...
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Vinegar Syndrome Halfway To Black Friday Pre-Order
Physical media fans: don’t miss Vinegar Syndrome’s colossal flash pre-order for their even more colossal 2022 Halfway to Black Friday sale! Vinegar Syndrome has become known, in recent years, for...
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Indie Release Radar (Apr 2022)
Each month, we share the latest, must-own Blu-ray releases from our favorite indie distributors — from cult classics to long-lost gems. Spring is here. And if you think your favorite indie labels are...
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Indie Release Radar: Tombs Of The Blind Dead
Synapse Films releases a brand new, remastered, limited edition Blu-ray of the Spanish horror classic “Tombs Of The Blind Dead”. Synapse Films has announced their 2K restored release of the Spanish...
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Indie Release Radar: Severin Films Mid-Year Sale 2022
Calling all physical media devotees: It’s time for one of the biggest, blowout blu-ray sales of the year from our good friends at Severin. Just as you’ve recovered from a huge Halfway to Black Friday...
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New on Blu: The Living Dead At Manchester Morgue (1974)
Synapse Films’ “The Living Dead At Manchester Morgue” is a must-have Blu-ray for every horror fan and the gold standard of zombie films. I’ve watched The Living Dead At Manchester Morgue more than a...
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Indie Release Radar: Severin + Vinegar Syndrome
An impressive, must-own box set from Severin Films plus a whopping 13 killer new Blu-ray releases from our friends at Vinegar Syndrome. SEVERIN FILMS There’s no doubt that Severin Films has been...
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Indie Release Radar: October 2022
Nothing says fall like curling up with a good movie, and our fave indie distributors have a bounty of new-on-blu treats to satisfy. It’s the beginning of the Fall season, and there is a slight lull of...
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Reel Review: Terrifier 2 (2022)
“Terrifier 2” is making headlines with its shocking scenes of gore, but it surprises most with its risk-taking focus on story and characters. I’m a newcomer to Damien Leone’s first feature-length film...
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Vinegar Syndrome Valentine’s Day Sale
Light those candles, turn on your fave ’80s horror synth soundtrack, and prepare for the season of love — Vinegar Syndrome style. February brings the last push of the Winter season before giving way to...
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