The Chinese creatures of folklore shine in MR. VAMPIRE…but their origins are even stranger than fiction.

How the family film puts the flame to pervasive, racist historical myths.

An oft-overlooked baseball comedy provides surprising insight into Japanese society.

Civilization isn’t just a matter of technology as PREY continues Predator’s themes on internal fortitude.

Wading through history, racist tropes, and adventure set pieces makes the film a complicated bit of fun.

Historical accuracy and profundity can come from the most unlikeliest of places.

Two stories of horrific struggle from different ends of the dysmorphic spectrum.

Two summer camp slashers pair perfectly together.

Two thrilling tales of isolation, paranoia, and terror with a new novel and a classic film.

Two terrifying tales of danger lurking beneath the big city.

Two stories of women plunged into darkness and confronted by monsters both inhuman and personal.

Two tales of demented dwellings to affright audiences.

Just in time for the big day, why do we send Valentines to people at all?

Writer/Director Gabriel Bier Gislason’s horror/romance puts the spotlight on some lesser known Jewish folklore.

What we talk about when we talk about excellent days for an exorcism.

The ancient mythical creature was a source of terror…but maybe because it’s more of a reflection.

With Norse mythology popping up in genre films and TV, a look at one particular legend that remains a creepy mystery.

Mummies’ tombs get otherworldly protection from an unusual figure from folklore.

The many ways rabbits have shown up in regional legends, and then transitioned to pop entertainment.

This ancient figure has been a feminist icon, a terrifying demon, and everything in between. Please allow Mary Kay to introduce you to this fascinating mythic legend.

Sometimes the scariest face a monster can wear is no face at all…

The fourth and final entry (for now) of Woody’s story finds the plasticine cowboy fulfilling his arc.

The third entry finds closure on a character arc, a sinister villain, and a whole lot of audiences crying.

Mortality enters the fray as Woody realizes his time with Andy, and on Earth, is limited.

Looking at Sheriff Woody Pride’s Pride in the first TOY STORY film.

The concluding entry on the character arc of The Bride from the KILL BILL epic.

Khayla McGowan’s inaugural post begins her look at the iconic Bride, created by Uma Thurman and Quentin Tarantino.

Celebrate love with this new collection devoted to the devilish doll duo.

Fright-Rags has the genre accessories you need this season.

A collection inspired by Halloween nostalgia produces some incredible designs and merchandise.

Tapes From The Crypt’s collection is as wonderfully bizarre as its cinematic inspiration.

The 1986 metal horror movie gets its spotlight in this slice of sartorial satanic panic.

The genre film merch company helps nerds cosplay as respectable adults.

Jeremy Lowe sits down with Vinny Malave of Cryptic Closet to discuss fear, fandom, and fashion.

The frequent Donald Glover collaborator has made many unforgettably innovative music videos.

Before the 360 degree pans around confusing giant robot fights, Michael Bay began establishing his signature style in music videos.

Some of the earliest works of David Fincher’s accomplished career were his music videos.

The top horror movie of 1995 explores the true damning nature of apathy.

The second-best horror movie of 1995 is a great siege film with a stellar cast from Ernest R. Dickerson.

Rusty Cundieff’s movie remains one of the best horror anthology films of all time.

Clive Barker’s combo horror and noir delivers some of the best cinematic moments of 1995.

The fourth TCM film poses such questions as: What is fear? Is it supposed to be funny? And is it smarter than we think it is?

An engaging tale of a human/alien creature is its own hybrid of different genres.

Taylor Hackford’s adaptation of Stephen King focuses on the monsters that lurk nearby….and within.

Marina Zudina delivers a genre-defining performance in Anthony Waller’s stellar film.

A solid thriller that also acts a portend for things to come.

Horror gets religion in Gregory Widen’s fascinating tale of angelic war.