Feeling like a deranged mix of Wizard of Oz—there is even a scarecrow scene—meets Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Pearl combines a fantasy feel with a riveting turn…
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As far as manga, there are few in touch with the darker human elements than Junji Ito. Black Paradox is comedic, morbid, and by the end, fatalistic, but though entertaining, knowing nothing about the characters makes it hard to invest in them.
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Filled with images that bring to mind UFOs, Rorschach, money, and lens, one viewing is not enough to capture all that resides in Nope.
Though scares are in short supply, there is plenty of suspense and tension. The Black Phone is creepy, and The Grabber will make you shrink back in your seat.
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Traversing transition from one state to another, The Liminal Zone lives up to its title with a dreadful cohesion by a master of horror. Junji Ito can squeeze…
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They Talk tries its damndest, but chilling moments are not enough to save this snoozefest that needed a tighter script and compelling dialogue.
Ty West directs a horror that moves beyond simple slaughter. He expands into a broader discussion of religion, sexuality, and gender, thereby making X a…
Parts of the film may be so bad it is good as there is a lot that inspires laughter because the effects are lackluster, the acting hit-and-miss with weak dialogue, landing this as a solid B horror film.
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Mieruko-chan Volume 3 gives us horror, comedy, and friendship. We get some resolution, but they still allow some larger mysteries to linger.
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Night Teeth is lighthearted fun thanks to its lead character’s comedic timing. It does not mistakenly strive to be more than entertainment.
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