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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 1d

“Is it entertaining? It is, even at just over two hours. JLo is award-worthy yet again, Luna is quietly heroic and Tonatiuh (Carry-On) delivers a smashing and star-making breakout turn. Give in to them all, and Kiss of the Spider Woman can get you lost in the fantasy.”

Tale of Three Pretties - Maddwolf

Kiss of the Spider Woman by George Wolf Trusting Bill Condon to bring the Kiss of the Spider Woman stage musical to the big screen is an understandable choice. With Dreamgirls, Chicago and even Beauty...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 1d

Thanks for doing this, guys! #frightclub #obstaclecorpse #heythatsourmovie

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 1d

“The result is an affable, broken sweetheart of a crook you can’t help but root for” Our review of Roofman:

Don't Wanna Grow Up - Maddwolf

Roofman by Hope Madden It’s been nine years since Derek Cianfrance directed a feature, but he’s still drawn to beautifully impossible tenderness and insurmountable longing. This time, though, the stor...

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Seth V @beernut1.bsky.social · 2d

So #HorrorFam #MutantFam do U need more spooky, but of course! If you find yourself near #ColumbusOH this Fri (10/10/25) come out to #GatewayFC at 9pm for @frightclub.bsky.social #Live w/ @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social talking #HorrifyingDocs & the Ohio premier of #ChainReactions (25) gonna be a fun

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 2d

“Chain Reactions is an absolute treasure of a film for fans of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.”

Always Been in Meat - Maddwolf

Chain Reactions by Hope Madden Not everyone believes Tobe Hooper’s The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a masterpiece of American filmmaking. I find those people suspicious. Luckily, those are not the peop...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 3d

“Nothing will ever match Psycho Goreman for inspired lunacy. Deathstalker certainly doesn’t, but it definitely offers a bit of fun.”

Machinations of the Gods - Maddwolf

Deathstalker by Hope Madden From the Saturday morning lunacy of Psycho Goreman to the puppet chaos of Frankie Freako, Steven Kostanski has mastered the art of recreating the most ridiculous entertainm...

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Columbus Underground @colsunderground.bsky.social · 4d

“Columbus’s very own “Cannes of horror,” as iHorror has dubbed it, casts its shadow across Gateway Film Center for the 10th time, Thursday, October 16 through Sunday, October 19.”

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GFC Celebrates 10 Years of Nightmares - Columbus Underground

It’s been a full decade since Jason Tostevin and Chris Hamel decided to put on a real horror show. Their Nightmares Film Festival returns to Gateway Film Center for the 10th time Thursday, October 16.

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 5d

Ohio premieres of TCM doc Chain Reactions and our new film Drunkula at the next Fright Club live at @gatewayfilmcenter.bsky.social !

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Columbus Underground @colsunderground.bsky.social · 7d

7 new movie reviews this week! What are you watching? columbusunderground.com/spooky-seaso...

Spooky Season on the Big Screen - Columbus Underground

It must be October because we have a combination of spooky season stuff and awards contenders to look into.

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Ginger Nuts of Horror @gnofhorror.com · 7d

We bring you news of this year's Nightmare Film Festival

Nightmares Film Festival (Oct. 16 to 19, at the legendary Gateway Film Center) has unwrapped its complete tenth anniversary edition lineup.

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NIGHTMARES UNVEILS FULL 10th ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM - The Ginger Nuts Of Horror Review Website

Nightmares Film Festival (Oct. 16 to 19, at the legendary Gateway Film Center) has unwrapped its complete tenth anniversary edition lineup

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 7d

We watched 12 new releases this week! Let’s discuss:

Screening Room: Smashing Machine, Anemone, Good Boy & More

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 8d

“The Ice Tower casts an undeniable spell. Despite lingering a bit too long in some dry spots, it crafts an enriching trip to the darker floors of a fairy tale.”

Slippery - Maddwolf

The Ice Tower by George Wolf Fifteen-year-old Jeanne doesn’t want to build a snowman. What she wants is an escape, but finds plenty more than she expected in The Ice Tower, Lucile Emina Hadzihalilovic...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 8d

“Anemone feels uncertain of how to resolve itself, to bridge the two worlds it creates. But the film offers more than enough reason to believe in filmmaker Ronan Day-Lewis. And if you needed another reason to believe in actor Daniel Day-Lewis, well, here you go.”

Windflower - Maddwolf

Anemone by Hope Madden As a young filmmaker, would having arguably the most revered actor of his generation—perhaps of all time—as a father be a blessing or a curse? For Ronan Day-Lewis, directing his...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 8d

“Killing Faith is at its most compelling when our little band of travelers finds themselves among unexplained carnage or unexplainable fellow wayfarers. But a couple of obvious turns and the general simplicity of the story keep Killing Faith from reaching classic status.”

Tall Tales and Fiction - Maddwolf

Killing Faith by Hope Madden A raucous opening sequence eventually settles into a classic old Western vibe that keeps you guessing in Ned Crowley’s latest, Killing Faith. Like Mary Bee Cuddy in The Ho...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 8d

How ‘bout some blood splatter and F-bombs this spooky season?

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 9d

Join us at Gateway Film Center for the premiere of the great new TCM documentary!

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 9d

“You can’t get a Twix every time you dig into that bulk candy assortment bag. But V/H/S/Halloween’s ratio of choice treats to forgettable-but-edible is strong enough to leave you with a little sugar high.” Our take:

Bite Size Frights - Maddwolf

V/H/S/Halloween by Hope Madden “Hey, aren’t you a little old for trick or treating?” If you’re looking for bite sized horror to match your fun size Butterfinger, the long running found footage franchi...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 9d

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 9d

“None of Bone Lake goes anywhere worth caring about. The marketing angle, an attention-getting prologue and that early art debate make some promises that are never kept, and this trip to the lake is more bore than bone.”

No Wake Zone - Maddwolf

Bone Lake by George Wolf Not long after we meet Sage and Diego, they’re talking about his idea for a novel, debating about what qualifies as “gratuitous” and lamenting that cancel culture has neutered...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 10d

“Leonberg is out to break your heart, and his gorgeous retriever does just that.” Our review of Good Boy:

We Rate Dogs - Maddwolf

Good Boy by Hope Madden I have a theory that the best way to make a horror film terrifying is to put children in peril. How better to ensure viewers are compelled, hearts in their throats, desperate f...

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MaddWolf @maddwolfcolumbus.bsky.social · 10d

“The writing can’t measure up in logic, fun, humor or horror to what the cast deserves. But it’s a pleasant enough waste of time for horror fans.” Our take on Coyotes: