The Spooky World of Chris Ringler
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The writer expresses a desire to see the end of the "Conjuring" universe, despite enjoying many films within it. They criticize the reliance on the Warrens' controversial legacy and the increasingly corny scares. The summary argues for moving beyond the franchise's flawed portrayal of real-life events and characters, suggesting a closure is needed.
The author shares a personal list of favorite movies from 2025, noting these films are based on viewings so far and do not encompass every anticipated favorite. The invitation is extended for readers to join in exploring some of the year's standout cinematic experiences.
The latest entry in the found-footage horror franchise presents several short films themed around Halloween, but struggles with coherence and originality. While one episode excels in creepiness, others fall flat or feel silly. Overall, the collection lacks depth and connection to Halloween, leaving the reviewer disappointed and unable to recommend it.
In this episode, I interview author Michal Bardavid about her book "Becoming a Peacock: Strut Yourself into Self-Love." We discuss the themes and insights of her work, highlighting its value in promoting self-love. The book is available for purchase on Amazon.com.
On this episode I have another great conversation with author JC Vande Zande, who returns to talk about his newest novel: "Blood on the Witness Tree," a sequel to "The Dance of Rotten Sticks." It's a great conversation that gets into book promotion, how Van writes, the new book, and his advice for someone interested in writing.
It feels like it was a quiet year for me, but really, it wasn't. Not really.
The Spooky World of Chris Ringler 