I haven't much been into birthdays for a while but this one has been pretty swell
This is 51.
Month: April 2025
THE CEREMONY IS ABOUT TO BEGIN – found-footage review
The film "CEREMONY" explores a documentary filmmaker's investigation into a contemporary Egyptian cult. As he interviews former members, he discovers unsettling truths related to a past lover's involvement. While the film presents an intriguing premise and proficient acting, it ultimately misses depth and horror, resulting in a confusing and shallow narrative.
The Power of Art – Remembering the Greater Flint Creative Alliance
I talked at length about my involvement in the Flint arts scene in a couple of previous blogs, but I wanted to talk about the organization I was part of for part of that time. Time is funny in that it gets fuzzy at a point. Now, twenty years after I first joined the Greater… Continue reading The Power of Art – Remembering the Greater Flint Creative Alliance
A HAUNTING AT THE PARK HOTEL – found footage review
The article critiques a found footage horror film set in a haunted hotel. It comments on the oversaturation of paranormal reality shows and films, noting that while the premise offers potential scares, the execution falls flat with tired characters and predictable scares. Ultimately, it lacks a compelling narrative, earning a low rating.
So You Wanna Vend at a Show
Vending at an arts or culture show isn't easy, but it's a great way to make connections, friends, and move some of that hot, hot product of yours.
The Mad King
Since first dipping his toes into politics, Donald Trump hasn’t been taken completely seriously. In my heart, I feel like Trump threw out the idea of running for President as a lark, but when the Republican party laughed at the idea he got mad because who were they, or anyone, to tell him he couldn’t… Continue reading The Mad King
Take a Browse Through My Bookstore
The author reflects on their journey since the 1999 release of "Back from Nothing," noting they've published over 20 books across various genres including horror, thrillers, mysteries, fantasy, and children's literature. Their works are available on Amazon, promoting support for indie authors.
The Great Change reading
Recently, some friends and I came together for the release of our anthology book, "A New Liberty." This book of protest poetry and stories was created and conceived after the re-election of Donald Trump to the presidency and was our response to it. All proceeds from the book will go to Planned Parenthood of Michigan.… Continue reading The Great Change reading
The Spoiler Sports Podcast – in Memoriam
Several years ago I was asked by my friend Jason Purdue to do a podcast with him. He knew I had been doing one with friends for several years, and we were both geeks with a love of movies and pop culture. He had thought we could do a podcast together and cover movies, news,… Continue reading The Spoiler Sports Podcast – in Memoriam
New for April 1!
The Spooky World of Chris Ringler 