The franchise’s latest dodges pitfalls and stays fresh by leaning into character, creativity, and good ol’ fashioned entertainment. — Last year, when I reviewed Scream (Scream 5, that is), I mentioned what’s probably my favorite thing about this franchise: it’s an ongoing conversation with its fans about horror films, pop cultural relevance, and the highs and lows of fandom. It’s part of what makes the viewing experience rewarding for…

Kyle Edward Ball’s feature film debut is a long-winded, palpable slice of analog terror. — I’ve seen plenty of movie-goers leave a theater feeling perplexed in my time, but I’ve never witnessed so many people enter a showing looking confused until I saw Skinamarink. In addition to its large main screen, the Plaza Theatre Atlanta has two upstairs screening rooms that seat 50 people each…

Luca Guadagnino’s adaptation maps out a surreal, menacing love story that’s difficult to look away from. — Sometimes, I’ll come out of a horror movie and tell my friends, “Fair warning, this one’s not for the faint of heart.” …

Dario Argento’s visual stunner is a fever dream of shocks, melodrama, and sensory overload. — NOTE: For the month of October, I’ll be watching and reviewing classic horror movies that I somehow never made it around to seeing. Bring on your commentary in the comments — and happy Halloween! There are a handful of horror movies I happily throw on to play in the background…

Robin Hardy’s 1973 film is a study in incremental horror and the blunt force of unflinching belief. — NOTE: For the month of October, I’ll be watching and reviewing classic horror movies that I somehow never made it around to seeing. Bring on your commentary in the comments — and happy Halloween! There are several ways for a horror movie to connect with its audience. The tropes, the…

David Cronenberg pulls us face-first into the indulgent, addictive circuit between man and machine. — NOTE: For the month of October, I’ll be watching and reviewing classic horror movies that I somehow never made it around to seeing. Bring on your commentary in the comments — and happy Halloween! Movies that anchor themselves around specific technologies are taking a risk. On one hand, it’s a…

John Boorman’s 1972 adaptation is a technically exceptional backwoods nightmare. — NOTE: For the month of October, I’ll be watching and reviewing classic horror movies that I somehow never made it around to seeing. Bring on your commentary in the comments — and happy Halloween! It’s mid-October, which means everyone in my area is patiently waiting a little longer for the…

James Whale’s iconic sequel reaches near parody-level storytelling featuring female terror at the whims of the male ego. — NOTE: For the month of October, I’ll be watching and reviewing classic horror movies that I somehow never made it around to seeing. Bring on your commentary in the comments — and happy Halloween! I’ve always loved Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Not just because it’s an essential cornerstone of horror, or…

John Carpenter’s 1982 remake is visceral, uncomfortable, and masterfully shot. — NOTE: For the month of October, I’ll be watching and reviewing classic horror movies that I somehow never made it around to seeing. Bring on your commentary in the comments — and happy Spooky Season! I’ve been watching horror movies since my mom let me watch Poltergeist as a kiddo…