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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 2d

We're absolutely thrilled that THERE'S A ZOMBIE OUTSIDE has landed on Dekkoo for the Halloween season! Check it out and dig into the queer, meta-horror of it all!

Dekkoo @mydekkoo.bsky.social · 2d

During a romantic camping trip, Adam spots a zombie near the cabin. His friends: “You’re just stressed.”
The zombie: follows him back to L.A.
The result: one man’s fight to keep control of his horror movie—and his sanity.
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There's A Zombie Outside - Stream Gay Movies & LGBTQ+ Films Online | Dekkoo

During a camping trip with his hunky boyfriend, budding gay filmmaker Adam spots a zombie lurking near their cabin. His friends dismiss his claims as stress-induced paranoia, but when Adam returns to ...

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 3d

You know how people say “a lot of blood, sweat, and tears” went into making something? Well, with the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, that’s doubly true. I’m so proud of this show and our team who took this above and beyond…to space! Can’t wait for you to check it out! Oct 19th On Shudder!!!

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 3d

It's always an honor to be able to contribute to the pages of Fangoria, especially when I get to be listed alongside such amazing individuals. I was thrilled to sit down with icon Ernest Dickerson for TWO separate interviews regarding the anniversary of DEMON KNIGHT and his work on DAY OF THE DEAD!

Phil Nobile Jr. @philnobilejr.bsky.social · 3d

Proud to present the masthead for FANGORIA #29.

Don’t sleep on @sgj.bsky.social signing off his “Slasher Nation” column with a cheeky, brand-new short story, plus debut bylines from cool kids @crazysexyghoul.bsky.social, @xghorror.bsky.social and @ryanscottwrites.bsky.social 🖤🖤🖤

Love these folks.

FANGORIA
VOLUME 2 1 I5SUE 29
Publishers
Tara Ansley & Abhi Goel
Editor-In-Chief
Phil Nobile Jr.
reative Directo
lason Kauzlaricl
Senior Editor
Meredith Borders
Contributing Editors
Amelia Emberwing
Sean O'Leary
Contributors
Sean Abley
Ryan Carr
BJ Colangelo
Barbara Crampton
Ahlissa Eichhorn
Isaac Feldberg
Brett Gallman
Michael Gingold
Xero Gravity
Stephen Graham Jones
Liz Liguori
ulissa Morale ichard Nowl:
Ryan Scott
Brains Taylorig
Chief of Staff|
Arvinda Goel
Angol dedinson
Кітону Мак
VP of Ad Sales
Marisa Mirabal
Director of Marketing
Sabrina Sieck
Special Thanks

This issue is dedicated to Joanna Bacon
Sandra G. Bidwell, Kenneth Colley
Rebekah Del Rio, Graham Greene
David Kaff, Peter Kwong, Kelley Mack
Scott Spiegel, Terence Stamp, Loretta Swit,
Tom Troupe, and Harris Yulin.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 4d

I had the absolute honor of guest curating a shelf for Portland's legendary @moviemadness.org...and it has hit me right in the video store feels. Thanks to this iconic institution for letting me make some very "me" recommendations and thanks to @jasonedwarddavis.bsky.social for the photos!

A shelf at Movie Madness in Portland displaying a variety of movies. A display says "Curated by Michael Varrati" and movies visible include JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS, ROCK & RULE, HAPPINESS OF THE KATAKURIS, THE DOLL SQUAD. VEGAS IN SPACE, and THE MAJORETTES. An empty space reveals that GANJA AND HESS has been checked out.

A different angle of the shelf, revealing extra titles: A shelf at Movie Madness in Portland displaying a variety of movies. A display says "Curated by Michael Varrati" and movies visible include OPERA, JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS, ROCK & RULE, HAPPINESS OF THE KATAKURIS, THE DOLL SQUAD. VEGAS IN SPACE, and THE MAJORETTES. An empty space reveals that GANJA AND HESS has been checked out.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 6d

On this, the birthday of Clive Barker, one of the great Patron Saints of the Subversive, let the power of queer horror guide you.

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 5d

We're excited to know you checked this out because of us!

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Lazybrian @lazybrian.bsky.social · 6d

Watched Josie and the Pussycats tonight because of @midnightmasspod.bsky.social. Thanks!
"Pretend to be Nice" is going in my music rotation for sure.
My only complaint is there could have been more Parker Posey.

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Peaches Christ @peacheschrist.com · 12d

I am such a huge fan of Delta Work and love her show @verydelta.bsky.social so it was an honor and a thrill to be the special guest on her Halloween special, a Very Scary Delta. It’s out now!

#deltawork #verydelta #peacheschrist #lizzieborden

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 10d

DuJour means friendship! On this week's @midnightmasspod.bsky.social, Peaches and I are celebrating JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS! We're joined by writer Jamie Jirak and comedian Elizabeth Teets to talk capitalist commentary, Parker Posey, music, and more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...

A promo still from 2001's JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS, featuring the film's lead trio of Tara Reid, Rachel Leigh Cook, and Rosario Dawson stand against a red vinyl background, posing with their instruments. Tara as Melody holds drumsticks, Rachel as Josie holds her guitar, and Rosario as Val holds her base.

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 10d

Swear on your bus pass! This week, Peaches and Michael are celebrating 2001's JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS! Joining the conversation are writer Jamie Jirak and comedian Elizabeth Teets to talk trend pimps, capitalist commentary, Parker Posey, and so much more! midnightmass.buzzsprout.com/1796691/epis...

A promo image for JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS, featuring the main trio of Tara Reid, Rachel Leigh Cook, and Rosario Dawson standing against a pink back ground with the title font running across them in a leopard print band.

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 11d

Get ready! Our show returns at midnight to celebrate a movie that quite literally pulls back the layers of music to reveal something more. Hot tip: Knowing the lyrics to "Enter Sandman" may just help you survive!

A group of men stand in silhouette against a door, lit from behind, fog pours around them.

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 15d

Not quite! But a great guess!

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 15d

In less than a week, MIDNIGHT MASS will be returning from our hiatus to kick off October with an episode that we have received A LOT of requests to do over the years. No spoilers, but get ready to ROCK.

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Peaches Christ @peacheschrist.com · 16d

Witching Hour Hits the KPIX Morning News

David & "Joshua" hit the airwaves to talk all about this year’s Terror Vault spectacle: HEXED. Tickets are really starting to move, so don’t delay. Secure your spot in the coven before it’s too late. 🩸

🎟️ Tickets: terrorvault.com
youtu.be/ihvNLKDLnt0

Witching Hour Hits the KPIX Morning News with Terror Vault's HEXED

YouTube video by Into the Dark Productions LLC

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Peaches Christ @peacheschrist.com · 20d

Thank you @48hills.bsky.social ! We’re thrilled to bring Peaches Christ & the Terror Vault ghouls to this year’s Folsom Street Fair with a STUD Stage takeover you won’t forget. Don’t miss it! 🩸

👉 48hills.org/2025/09/5-fo...

5 Folsom Street Fair experiences to whip up your fun - 48 hills

Drag terror, live punk, Mother DJ, bondage art, and pink lemonade top our list of 'special excitements' at this year's Sun/28 event.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 18d

Buffy changed everything. I'm beyond thrilled to have been invited to be part of this documentary and have the opportunity to speak alongside so many friends, colleagues, and amazing voices on the continuing resonance of the Slayer!

FANGORIA @fangoria.bsky.social · 18d

Bored now? This should help: check out the exclusive trailer for BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER documentary CAN'T ESCAPE THE MOONLIGHT!

Exclusive Trailer: BUFFY Doc CAN’T ESCAPE THE MOONLIGHT Raises The Stakes

Bored now? This should help: check out the exclusive trailer for BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER documentary CAN'T ESCAPE THE MOONLIGHT!

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Midnight Mass @midnightmasspod.bsky.social · 21d

Can't wait for more? Peaches and Michael just released a Patreon-exclusive Mini-Mass digging into the state of the modern slasher. Who's carrying the torch of gore-soaked cinema today? Is it Art the Clown? Pearl? Victor Crowley? Subscribe and listen: www.patreon.com/posts/mini-m...

A tiled image that features Art the Clown from the TERRIFIER films, Maxine from X and MAXXXINE, and Babyface from HAPPY DEATH DAY

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Jon Wesley Huff @jonwesleyhuff.bsky.social · 24d

Oh fun! Well...

1. 372 Pages We'll Never Get Back ( @372pages.bsky.social )
2. Midnight Mass ( @midnightmasspod.bsky.social )
3. Good Hang with Amy Poehler
4. My Dad Wrote A Porno
5. The Bald and The Beautiful

Really need to rejoin the Patreons of the top 2. I just cleared out some streaming subs.

Marisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 24d

dating apps should just make men list their top 5 podcasts

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48 Hills @48hills.bsky.social · 25d

@peacheschrist.com has spewed pure filth from international stages and screens for decades—but this is the first time she’s offered to wash us up ✏️ @supermarke.bsky.social

Scrub your face with Peaches Christ - 48 hills

Horror drag icon's new Madame Peaches soaps may not wash away your sins, but you'll still feel fresh as Rosemary's baby.

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Peaches Christ @peacheschrist.com · 25d

Excited to be back as a presenter this year and absolutely LOVE my presenting partner (who's no longer a real carpenter's dream)...

FANGORIA @fangoria.bsky.social · 25d

The 2025 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards are back to celebrate the best in horror with hosts Barbara Crampton and Josh Ruben! Come on in for this year's full list of presenters.

The 2025 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards Land On Shudder October 19

The 2025 FANGORIA Chainsaw Awards are back to celebrate the best in horror with hosts Barbara Crampton and Josh Ruben! Come on in for this year's full list of presenters.

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 25d

I had the honor of sitting down with the Los Angeles Blade and writer Matt Minton to discuss why THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW still has impact 50 years later. We discuss queer resonance, the power of camp, midnight movie legacy, and beyond. Go read!
www.losangelesblade.com/2025/09/16/t...

‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show’: Michael Varrati on why the queer, camp classic still resonates 50 years later

“You got to let your freak flag fly,” says Varrati

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · 25d

Oh hey, the Fangoria Chainsaw Awards are back, baby...and we've got an out of this world show for you this year! Check out this exclusive from Variety, revealing the details on our amazing hosts, the full list of presenters, and more! variety.com/2025/awards/...

Fangoria Chainsaw Awards 2025 Sets October Premiere Date on Shudder (EXCLUSIVE)

The Fangoria 2025 Chainsaw Awards are set to premiere on Oct. 19 on Shudder, with Josh Ruben and Barbara Crampton serving as co-hosts.

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Elvira @therealelvira.bsky.social · Sep 10

Elvira’s Cookbook From Hell book signing tour dates announced! RSVP and reserve your copy. Scare ya there, darling!
www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/cassa...

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Michael Varrati @michaelvarrati.bsky.social · Sep 10

I don’t always want to scroll, click, and pick what to watch…I want late night cable to randomly throw me into an absolutely unhinged movie already in progress that I’ll question actually seeing for the next two decades.

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Phil Nobile Jr. @philnobilejr.bsky.social · Sep 9

Well, fine, but after this @michaelvarrati.bsky.social and I do ours

FANGORIA @fangoria.bsky.social · Sep 9

ANNABELLE: CREATION and UNTIL DAWN’s David F. Sandberg is directing a new AMITYVILLE HORROR movie for Amazon MGM Studios, described as a reimagining of the original 1979 film.

New AMITYVILLE HORROR Movie In The Works From UNTIL DAWN’s David F. Sandberg

ANNABELLE: CREATION and UNTIL DAWN’s David F. Sandberg is directing a new AMITYVILLE HORROR movie for Amazon MGM Studios, described as a reimagining of the original 1979 film.

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