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Matt Donato
@donatobomb.bsky.social
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SlashFilm | Bloody Disgusting | FANGORIA | IGN | AV Club | Many more outlets | Co-Host: @certifiedforgot.bsky.social | Critics Choice Member | 🍅 Approved https://linktr.ee/MattDonato
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · Oct 18
Seeing a lot of new Bsky faces! Allow me to reintroduce myself?

- I specialize in horror film criticism, but you can expect commentary on film as a whole.
- The Demon Wind, remake and “reds” guy
- @certifiedforgot.bsky.social co-host/creator
- Pop-punk lover
- AEW 💪
- Astros ⚾️, Texans 🏈

Welcome!
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 7m
🖤 we're bringing HIM back, one person at a time.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 11h
I don't think I minded TAKEN 2!
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 12h
VALID.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 12h
It just ... sure. Let's abandon what you're best at. Cool cool cool.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 12h
Yeah, 2 doesn't have a lot of appreciators itself. I think it's still got some solid scares and great found footage usage, but it's hardly perfect.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 12h
The scares as *so good* in both 1 and 2, but precisely that—the further he expanded and evolved the main story, the messier and less appealing each film became (imo). Then repetition set in. The same camera tricks, the same "hits," and gosh golly that last one. The bottom fell out so quick (imo).
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 17h
Maybe it’s recency bias, but HELL HOUSE LLC.

The first is one of my favorite modern horror films. Everything after … exists. 2 is the only other one I’ve enjoyed, but it’s still nowhere near the original.
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Matt Singer @mattsinger.bsky.social · 20h
Food for thought: What is the worst franchise made from the best movie?
15 Great Movies That Were Ruined By Becoming Franchises
These classic films should never have gotten sequels.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 19h
a white kitten with pink ears is looking at the camera with big eyes .
ALT: a white kitten with pink ears is looking at the camera with big eyes .
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 19h
Then why don't you like DEMON WIND.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 20h
Truly believe the same! I left my screening and barely talked to any other critics, so I was pretty shocked the next morning. Like, I figured my review for @dailydead.bsky.social would be on the high end, but to find out it was one of like, 5 positives, I was shocked. Was a better OPUS imo.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 20h
Every time I think I know Monagle, he throws me a curveball haha. Like, I was ready for my review to be the opposite of his thoughts haha.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 20h
In a shocking turn of events, I'm not the only Matt at @certifiedforgot.bsky.social who digs HIM?

In our latest 30-minute Uncertified episode, @monagle.bsky.social and I delve into why the heavily derided football-horror mashup resonated with us (and not many others, lol).
Uncertified: HIM
Podcast Episode · Certified Forgotten · 10/03/2025 · 36m
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 1d
Can't unsee it.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 1d
I'm all for robot Pam Grier with a flamethrower, too haha.
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FANGORIA @fangoria.bsky.social · 2d
Fango x Spencer’s collab is live! Six new designs to level up your fall wardrobe with your favorite horror films (and Edward Cullen for obvious reasons)!

See them all on the Spencer’s website and in local stores!

www.spencersonline.com/catalog/sear...
Woman with teal short hair performing a scene from TWILIGHT in a FANGORIA TWILIGHT T-shirt with matching teal print featuring Edward Cullen Man facing away in a FANGORIA Magazine TERRIFIER T-shirt with red print featuring Art the Clown Woman with raspberry red hair in a FANGORIA Magazine SAW T-shirt with red print featuring Jigsaw on a tricycle Woman with black hair and tattoos in a FANGORIA Magazine Elvira T-shirt with purple print
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Matt Monagle @monagle.bsky.social · 2d
If you'd like to get your first month of @certifiedforgot.bsky.social for the cost of the loose coins in your junk drawer, now is the time to sign up.
Subscribe for $1 During Our Halloween Pledge Drive
Get your first month of Certified Forgotten for just $1 when you register during our first-ever Halloween pledge drive.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 1d
It said "Drafthouse" on your post, so I'd probably assume so? 2017 log date?
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 1d
Also can't believe @monagle.bsky.social saw a ridiculous 80s/90s midnighter before I did (after checking Letterboxd). So proud.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 1d
Had the pleasure of hosting @bradfhenderson.bsky.social this weekend, and he showed me one of his favorites, CLASS OF 1999. Immediately fell in love with this dystopian "students are gang members and teachers are murderous military automotons" flick. Blu-ray is already ordered for the collection.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 2d
QUEENS OF THE DEAD: Would be a perfect double-bill with the Tubi’s fabulous original SLAY; very much channels the same energy and queer celebration. Tina Romero’s glam-gore take on zombies continues her father’s legacy but with Tina’s vision and voice. Glittery, bloody, sassy, and fun! #BeyondFest
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 2d
Came for QUEENS OF THE DEAD at Beyond Fest, staying for the post-screening Q&A hosted by @horrorgirlprobs.bsky.social!
The filmmakers, cast, and crew of Queens of the Dead on stage doing a Q&A.
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HorrorGirl Problems @horrorgirlprobs.bsky.social · 2d
Hey, LA! See you at Beyond Fest tonight for glitter, glam, and ZOMBIES with the one and only Tina Romero. QUEENS OF THE DEAD @ 6pm. LFG
Get your tickets now 👇🏽

beyondfest.com/film/queens-...
QUEENS OF THE DEAD - Beyond Fest
When the glitter hits the gore: QUEENS OF THE DEAD is a fierce, funny, and bloody drag-fueled battle for survival in the zombie apocalypse.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 2d
I got lucky, I literally just found the LA date like 2 weeks ago and snagged tickets haha.
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 2d
“Fucked with an Anchor” will forever be a perfect closing song. What other band says goodbye by (lovingly) insulting their audience and asking for the same treatment back?
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Matt Donato @donatobomb.bsky.social · 2d
Second time seeing Alestorm and I think the Belasco is turning into my favorite concert venue in LA. Was only $20 to upgrade to the reserved area, and had a perfect view all night.

Alestorm brought so much energy, such a fun-filled metal show. Shreds, smiles, rubber duckies, and rum. 🏴‍☠️ 🤘
A picture of the stage as the inflatable ducky finished blowing up, with the crew member looking up. A shot of Alestorm drenched in red lights, with Barbara Blackthorne from Glyph joining them on stage. A shot of Alestorm with their “Pirate Party” lights, going full color bursts. A cheers to Alestorm!
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