ITS NAME WAS MORMO – found footage review

The film "ITS NAME WAS MORMO" offers a solid premise but suffers from significant logical inconsistencies that detract from the experience. A family's discovery of a cursed box leads to eerie occurrences, yet their continued interaction with it feels implausible. Despite strong atmosphere and performances, particularly from the young actress, the film fails to deliver a satisfactory conclusion.

10 Great Found Footage Movies

The author, a fan of found footage films, shares a quest for noteworthy entries in the genre. While acknowledging the abundance of poorly made films, they highlight ten exemplary titles, including "Blair Witch Project" and "REC," that capture the unique allure of found footage storytelling, blending horror, emotion, and creativity.

The Spooky Chris Podcast – A Conversation with Poet and Artist Glen Birdsall

In this podcast, poet, artist, and musician Glen Birdsall discusses poetry, art, and creativity, with a special focus on the city of Flint. Listeners can explore Glen's artistic works, which are available for purchase on Amazon.com. The conversation highlights the interplay between art and urban life.

Flippin’ Hostile! – Revisiting HOSTEL 1 and HOSTEL 2

In a re-watch of HOSTEL and HOSTEL 2, I found great ideas, some fumbled execution, and a lack of torture porn.

REVIEW – Frankie Freako

The post discusses the nostalgia for 80s cinema, highlighting both notable films and the lesser-quality ones. It focuses on "FRANKIE FREAKO," which blends 80s influences with modern sensibilities, resulting in a quirky, sincere, and charming film. The unique characters and practical effects create a refreshing experience, appealing to fans of the era.

SUBMIT!

The Flint Monster Society invites submissions for its third annual Flint Short Film Freakout, seeking short horror films under 18 minutes. The festival aims to showcase indie filmmakers and reward the three scariest entries with cash prizes. Submission costs $3, significantly lower than other festivals. Join and share your horror vision!

REVIEW – Cannibal Mukbang

CANNIBAL MUKBANG explores the intersection of romance and horror through Mark, a lonely man who meets the secretive Ash, a popular mukbang personality. The film balances humor with intense moments and offers a unique perspective on connection in a dark world. Its conclusion, however, stretches credibility despite strong chemistry and engaging themes.

The Spooky Chris Podcast – An Interview with Author Jessica Revoldt

In this episode I had the opportunity to speak with author and community arts activist Jessica Revoldt. Jessica is an avid writer and has been involved in film before and behind the camera. She is currently working on a book of short fiction and essays.

THE DARK HALF – 4K review

The new 4K release of Romero's THE DARK HALF is a revelation.

Pay Attention, Children

One of the great tricks the devil knows is that we are easily fooled. We want to be fooled. We want our fears quelled, want to be soothed, and want to be told that everything is fine. And so the devil tells us the sweet lies and tells us to trust, trust, trust, and they… Continue reading Pay Attention, Children

Raising the Battle Flag

A group of friends released two political horror anthologies to support Planned Parenthood of Michigan, with the first published in 2016 and the second in 2023. While the stories reflect darkness, they also carry a message of hope and resistance against ongoing attacks on democracy and reproductive rights. All proceeds benefit Planned Parenthood.

The Spooky Chris Podcast – An Interview with Mark Bloodworth

In a lengthy interview, comic artist and writer Mark Bloodworth discusses his career in comics, his passion for classic horror and sci-fi, and shares insights on comics he enjoys. Listeners can connect with him on Instagram, Facebook, and Etsy, where he showcases his work at 6368 Studios.

The Spooky Chris Podcast – A Toast to the Departed

This podcast explores perceptions of death, focusing on how we view the deceased and the experience of being perceived at the moment of death. For more content, listeners can visit spookychris.com to find additional podcasts and blogs.