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Lately, I’ve sensed that something is missing in my life. Am I choosing the wrong books or shows? Do I need to embark on a spiritual journey? I couldn’t quite identify what it was. One gloomy day, I decided to go to the theater to see Damian McCarthy’s newest film, Hokum, and suddenly realized I needed a classic ghost story to truly satisfy my craving, as Stephen King says, to "feed the alligators.” And the gators were absolutely fed, my friends! If you are a fan of McCarthy,

Claudio Simonetti is a renowned Italian composer in the horror genre. If his name doesn’t sound familiar, you might recognize the band Goblin—he is the keyboardist and founding member. Simonetti is known for composing memorable scores for horror films such as Suspiria (1977), Tenebrae (1982), and my personal favorite, Demons (1985). But that is only the tip of the iceberg. He has also enjoyed a long-standing collaboration with director Dario Argento, known for his many gia

Like many millennials, I remember a time when the mall was the ultimate hangout spot. My parents would drop me off so I could wander the stores with my friends, snack on Auntie Anne’s pretzels, and gossip about who liked whom. It was also the era of Clueless, when feather pens, boas, bubblegum lip gloss, and platform wedges were all the rage. And if there’s one thing millennials love today, it’s nostalgia. So when I saw the poster for the new comedy-horror movie Forbidden Fru

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In a world saturated with zombie films, choose to be a fungus—not just any fungus, but a parasitic one. This concept is explored in Jonny Campbell's new horror comedy, Cold Storage , based on David Koepp's 2019 novel and adapted from his screenplay. If Koepp’s name sounds familiar, it should. He’s written a variety of blockbuster screenplays, including Jurassic Park (1993), Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull (2008), Mission Impossible (1996), and many

I’ve never heard a packed theater collectively “gasp” and nervously chuckle as it did during the very first scene of Emerald Fennell’s latest feature, Wuthering Heights . Loosely inspired by Emily Brontë’s 1847 novel, Fennell aimed to create a film that mirrors how her 14-year-old self first imagined the book when she read it: a flamboyant, provocative, and exaggerated adaptation that her teenage mind had filled in the gaps. I was completely unfamiliar with the original story

It’s summer 2024, and “brat summer” is trending on TikTok. I’m not entirely sure what that means, but many creators are performing synchronized dances to a song about an apple. I’m curious, even though it’s not my usual type of music. After some digging, I discovered British singer-songwriter Charli XCX, a beautiful woman who embodies a 365-party-girl lifestyle—something a millennial like me could relate to in the early 2000s, though not so much nowadays. Fast forward to the

In Search of Darkness returns with their latest documentary, celebrating my favorite era of horror—the 90s! I was ecstatic that they reached out to me to review their 1995-1999 edition, because that was such a special time in my life of horror movie discovery. During those years, I was in my early teens and truly immersing myself in the genre. I spent countless sleepovers with my girlfriends, renting movies like The Blair Witch Project , and deliberately scaring ourselves to

I vividly remember seeing 28 Days Later in theaters during its 2002 release. The film introduced a new kind of zombie—their speed was astonishing, as fast as a gazelle, allowing them to chase down victims with relentless agility. They vomited copious amounts of blood, adding to their grotesque appearance, and their viciousness was comparable to that of a rabid animal, making them incredibly terrifying. I found myself both fascinated and grossed out—my favorite combination of

When I first received an invitation to a special screening of Bi Gan’s Resurrection , I hesitated to accept because of its 156-minute length. Most days, two and a half hours is my limit, but the film's reputation and the anticipation surrounding it caught my attention. After reading more about the film and learning that it had won the Prix Spécial at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, my interest was officially piqued. I also learned that the soundtrack was composed by M83, a Fre

I'm generally not a fan of musicals; they typically don't appeal to me at all. Cats is the only stage play I can ever remember enjoying. I saw it as a child, and I was captivated—how could you not love a play about cats and their playful, mischievous nighttime antics? The vivid scenes and catchy songs made it stand out in my memory, especially since my mom often played the tape in the car. But when Wicked was released in 2024, I was captivated by the spectacle: iridescent b

When I was a child, Santa Claus always went above and beyond by carefully selecting and personally delivering the most thoughtful and exciting presents for my brother and me. One memorable year, he surprised us with a full-sized ping-pong table. We spent countless hours playing, beginning immediately after unwrapping it, with ping-pong balls bouncing all over the bonus room as we sweated from dashing back and forth in excited competition. Neither of us pursued a professional

I am a big fan of Frieda McFadden's books. They make the perfect beach read or palate cleanser because they are easy to understand and full of surprises you never expect. Her stories often feature relatable characters and engaging plots that keep readers hooked from start to finish. My favorite, and her most popular book, is The Housemaid , released in 2022. It was destined to become a movie, and now, in 2025, there is a 131-minute film based on the novel starring Amanda Seyf

I’ve been hearing buzz about this film since earlier in the year. It was part of a bidding war between A24, Searchlight Pictures, Neon, and Mubi after its debut at the Sundance Film Festival. A24 acquired it for the small price of $8 million, which is impressive for the team behind the project and adds a decent amount of hype to the film, which is why it was on my radar. And that movie is Sorry, Baby , written and directed by Eva Victor in their directorial debut. She is an A

There’s a new horror studio in town called The Horror Section, with a logo featuring that green sticker horror fans might remember from browsing through our favorite section back in the video store days. And you may have heard of the person who started this new company: Eli Roth. Ring any bells? Love him or hate him, the director-turned-businessman is on a mission to create a studio he wishes had existed when he first started in the biz. The Horror Section was launched earlie

The Running Man is the new action-dystopian thriller directed by Edgar Wright, known for Shaun of the Dead and Last Night in Soho . It is actually the second adaptation of Stephen King's 1982 novel, following the 1987 film starring Arnold Schwarzenegger. Neither of which I have seen or read. I entered the 2025 adaptation knowing little to nothing about the story, except that it stars one of America’s favorite leading men, Glen Powell, and features a kind of reality show. Le

It was Christmas of ’98 when Furbies were the must-have toy for kids everywhere. As I descended the stairs at an all-too-early hour for my parents, I looked at my corner of the living room, which was scattered with toys from Santa. Pink frilly makeup sets, probably a Polly Pocket, and other gadgets that a newly teenage girl might want. But no Furbie. I wasn’t surprised because Furbies were the most popular toy of the year, just like Labubus are today—instant collectibles that

As a mother who loves Halloween, it has always been my heartfelt goal to ensure my son shares that same love and excitement for the holiday. First and foremost, I reminded myself that if he didn't enjoy the holiday as much as I did, that would be perfectly fine—I want him to love what he loves and enjoy his childhood in his own way. However, I also believed I could gradually introduce him to the magic of Halloween shortly after birth. So, I started with a bit of what we horro