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31 Days of Horror 2014: The Ring (2002)

I delight in the various short-lived but regular film-viewing arrangements I’ve had in my life.  Whether with a partner, a colleague, a group of friends, or family, I have stumbled … Continue reading 31 Days of Horror 2014: The Ring (2002)

31 Days of Horror: The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920)

Biff Bam Pop’s 31 Days of Horror continues to stalk its prey (that’s you, gentle victims readers) from the shadows of the interwebs! Today, I’m going to take a look … Continue reading 31 Days of Horror: The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari (1920)

American Horror Story: Freak Show S04 E03: Edward Mordrake, Part 1

  What you don’t know can kill you. We learned that on last week’s episode. Who could’ve foretold that Dell Toledo and Jimmy’s attempt to frame each other would cause … Continue reading American Horror Story: Freak Show S04 E03: Edward Mordrake, Part 1

Ronin Deluxe Edition Is Classic SF&F On The Wednesday Run

Summer’s well over and it already feels like Fall has come and gone – and Halloween is still a week away! That means December holiday shopping is just around the … Continue reading Ronin Deluxe Edition Is Classic SF&F On The Wednesday Run

Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. S02 E05: A Hen In The Wolf House

Best. Episode. Ever. Yes, that’s the lead for this week’s column regarding the Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. television series, as I stand in for regular S.H.I.E.L.D. columnist Glenn Walker, who … Continue reading Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. S02 E05: A Hen In The Wolf House

The Flash S01 E03: Things you can’t Outrun

When Glenn asked me to guest blog and write a review about The Flash, I thought, what could go wrong?  I mean, it’s about a guy who can travel at … Continue reading The Flash S01 E03: Things you can’t Outrun

31 Days of Horror 2014: See No Evil 2 (2014)

Back in the 1980’s, Stephen King famously said that he had seen the new face of horror and that it belonged to Clvie Barker. Now, while I know I’m not … Continue reading 31 Days of Horror 2014: See No Evil 2 (2014)

Sleepy Hollow S02 E05: The Weeping Lady

  In last week’s episode of “Sleepy Hollow,” Captain Irving’s pricked finger brings bad news from Henry, and we got to meet a cool monster. With Halloween around the corner, … Continue reading Sleepy Hollow S02 E05: The Weeping Lady

Free Spirit: The Tale of the Princess Kaguya

Any film from Studio Ghibli is a treat. The Japanese anime house has put out some great movies over the years, including Hayao Miyazake’s films Princess Mononoke (1997), Spirited Away (2001), and Howl’s Moving Castle … Continue reading Free Spirit: The Tale of the Princess Kaguya

31 Days of Horror: Dio Live In London Hammersmith Apollo 1993

If you want to talk about scares during the month of October, when it comes to music, it’s hard not to think of the legendary Ronnie James Dio. From his … Continue reading 31 Days of Horror: Dio Live In London Hammersmith Apollo 1993

31 Days of Horror 2014 – Phantasm (1979)

Oh Phantasm, Don Coscarelli’s cult classic masterpiece. What is it about this movie and this franchise? Why can’t I quit you? These are not good movies. Come on, you know it too. … Continue reading 31 Days of Horror 2014 – Phantasm (1979)