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Horror Month 2025 Day 31: Night of Terror (1933)

While I wouldn't say give this film a miss, I wouldn't suggest going out of your way to see it.
Horror Month 2025 Day 31: Night of Terror (1933)
While I wouldn't say give this film a miss, I wouldn't suggest going out of your way to see it.
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November 1, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Happy Halloween!

Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween!
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October 31, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Horror Month 2025 Day 30: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988)/Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989)

These two entries from the "Halloween" franchise pair well together as a double feature, making for a fun night out.
Horror Month 2025 Day 30: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988)/Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989)
These two entries from the "Halloween" franchise pair well together as a double feature, making for a fun night out.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:36 AM
Horror Month Day 2024: Terrifier 2 (2022)

In many ways, "Terrifier 2" is an improvement over the previous film, resulting in more than a mindless slasher.
Horror Month Day 2024: Terrifier 2 (2022)
In many ways, "Terrifier 2" is an improvement over the previous film, resulting in more than a mindless slasher.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Horror Month 2025 Day 21: Halloween II (1981)

Halloween II doesn't stand out as much as the original but it's still a good, solid slasher film.
Horror Month 2025 Day 21: Halloween II (1981)
Halloween II doesn't stand out as much as the original but it's still a good, solid slasher film.
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October 21, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Horror Month 2025 Day 20: Ghostbusters II (1989)

Sure, "Ghostbusters II" is a cash-grab, but it's a fun cash-grab.
Horror Month 2025 Day 20: Ghostbusters II (1989)
Sure, "Ghostbusters II" is a cash-grab, but it's a fun cash-grab.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 15: Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1953)

This film can be a fun watch, especially when grouped in with the other films in this series. Just don't get your hopes up too high, especially compared to the earlier ones.
Horror Month 2025 Day 15: Abbott and Costello Meet Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1953)
This film can be a fun watch, especially when grouped in with the other films in this series. Just don't get your hopes up too high, especially compared to the earlier ones.
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October 16, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 14: Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985)

For all of the reasons why fandom doesn't like this particular entry of the franchise, I found it to be the most fun.
Horror Month 2025 Day 14: Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985)
For all of the reasons why fandom doesn't like this particular entry of the franchise, I found it to be the most fun.
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October 15, 2025 at 12:39 AM
I haven’t gone anywhere. Plus, random mini-reviews.

Life happens, but Horror Month 2025 will continue.
I haven’t gone anywhere. Plus, random mini-reviews.
Life happens, but Horror Month 2025 will continue.
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October 14, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 9: Madhouse 1975

This film is a well-polished, if a bit derivative, 1970's horror film starring Vincent Price.
Horror Month 2025 Day 9: Madhouse 1975
This film is a well-polished, if a bit derivative, 1970's horror film starring Vincent Price.
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October 10, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 8: Killer Nerd (1991)

NERD! NERD! NERD! NERD!
Horror Month 2025 Day 8: Killer Nerd (1991)
NERD! NERD! NERD! NERD!
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October 9, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 7: Nightmare Castle (1965)

If nothing else, "Nightmare Castle" is worth a watch for Barbara Steele's performance and the atmosphere.
Horror Month 2025 Day 7: Nightmare Castle (1965)
If nothing else, "Nightmare Castle" is worth a watch for Barbara Steele's performance and the atmosphere.
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October 8, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 6: Cigarette Burns (2005)

You didn't think I was going to let Horror Month go by with out covering at least one John Carpenter film, did you?
Horror Month 2025 Day 6: Cigarette Burns (2005)
You didn't think I was going to let Horror Month go by with out covering at least one John Carpenter film, did you?
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October 7, 2025 at 1:30 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 4: Waxwork (1988)

As a comedy, "Waxwork" is rather week, but it does work as a horror film with an interesting premise.
Horror Month 2025 Day 4: Waxwork (1988)
As a comedy, "Waxwork" is rather week, but it does work as a horror film with an interesting premise.
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October 5, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 3: Horror Express (1972)

The big name actors in this one are fun to watch but don't expect any life-changing, high-art cinema.
Horror Month 2025 Day 3: Horror Express (1972)
The big name actors in this one are fun to watch but don't expect any life-changing, high-art cinema.
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October 4, 2025 at 2:27 AM
Child’s Play (1988)

If scary dolls scare you then this may not be the movie for you but if you're like me and don't care either way, then this is a pretty fun big-budget slasher.
Child’s Play (1988)
If scary dolls scare you then this may not be the movie for you but if you're like me and don't care either way, then this is a pretty fun big-budget slasher.
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October 3, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Horror Month 2025 Day 1: The Black Cat (1934)

"The Black Cat" has faults that are easy to spot but easy to overlook, especially with powerhouse performances by Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff.
Horror Month 2025 Day 1: The Black Cat (1934)
"The Black Cat" has faults that are easy to spot but easy to overlook, especially with powerhouse performances by Bela Lugosi and Boris Karloff.
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October 2, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Horror Month 2025 Commences Tomorrow

Horror Month 2025 kicks off tomorrow!
Horror Month 2025 Commences Tomorrow
Horror Month 2025 kicks off tomorrow!
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October 1, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Heavy Metal (1981)

Heavy Metal appears to have been designed to be a cult classic right from the get-go.
Heavy Metal (1981)
Heavy Metal appears to have been designed to be a cult classic right from the get-go.
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April 16, 2025 at 4:36 AM
The Lighthouse (2019)

The Lighthouse is not so much a story with a coherent plot as much as it is an exercise in darkness.
The Lighthouse (2019)
The Lighthouse is not so much a story with a coherent plot as much as it is an exercise in darkness.
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April 9, 2025 at 1:48 AM
Initial Thoughts: Nosferatu (2024)

After two hours the dark, somber atmosphere might feel exhausting for some, but Robert Egger's latest film is certainly not a case of style over substance.
Initial Thoughts: Nosferatu (2024)
After two hours the dark, somber atmosphere might feel exhausting for some, but Robert Egger's latest film is certainly not a case of style over substance.
themarston.wordpress.com
January 1, 2025 at 3:41 AM
Announcing Some Upcoming Changes to This Blog.

I've decided to focus on movies more than books from now on.
Announcing Some Upcoming Changes to This Blog.
I've decided to focus on movies more than books from now on.
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December 22, 2024 at 8:36 PM