Movie Review: “Dead Howling”

“Dead Howling” combines a werewolf with a zombie apocalypse, focusing on the journey of a brother and sister seeking safety. Their alliance with a mysterious stranger adds depth. While the film excels in emotional storytelling and realistic portrayals, it remains a conventional horror movie without groundbreaking elements. Nonetheless, it’s engaging and heartfelt.

The Spooky Chris Podcast: The Anarchy of Halloween

In this haunted episode, the discussion revolves around Halloween's playful anarchy, highlighting the enchanting nature of embracing chaos and unpredictability during the festive season. The speaker emphasizes the joy that comes from celebrating Halloween in a slightly wild and unconventional way, encouraging listeners to enjoy the spirited mayhem.

Review: “Crystal Lake”

ans of “Friday the 13th” need to come to terms with something if they are going to give this show a chance - this is reality. This is the future. This is the new “Friday the 13th.” We got a whole heap of movies with explicit nudity, graphic violence, and lots and lots of the big fella stalking slowly through the woods.

Halloween 2026 Story: Bodies on the Road

A new Halloween story, freshly risen from the grave for 2026.

Halloween Reads

Discover spine-chilling reads for Halloween with three terrifying titles available on Amazon.com: "Are We Monsters?" "A Shadow Over Ever," and "Things We Found." Perfect for those seeking stories to send shivers down their spine and enhance the eerie season. Enjoy a thrilling literary experience this Halloween.

The Blood Bucket Challenge

The narrator reflects on their odd personality and a unique idea inspired by the ice bucket challenge and Stephen King. They ultimately attempt their own version, the "blood bucket challenge," in their garage, using a mix of stage blood and real blood. They embrace the absurdity of their creation.

Movie Reviews: The Cloverfield Trilogy

The content discusses the Cloverfield movie series, describing it as a set of films that blend emotional stakes with otherworldly threats. While the first two films are appreciated, the third is seen as disconnected. The author enjoys the found-footage style of "Cloverfield" and the psychological tension in "10 Cloverfield Lane," but feels "The Cloverfield Paradox" lacks cohesion.

Movie Review: Child

There are very few things which we can say - you’d never understand - and it will be completely true. Most things we can at least put ourselves in the shoes of other people, but not everything. One of those things that creates a deep divide comes with children. If you don’t have a child it’s hard to fully grasp what it is like to see them hurt, sad, angry, or to ponder what it might mean to lose them. You can imagine it, put your head in that space, but to really reckon with it is going to a dark, dark place.

Movie Review: “Chum”

When I first started thinking about writing this review, I was going to talk about shark movies and the moment they are having now.

Lightning Round Movie Review Round-Up

As I am sure you have noticed, I love movies and watch a lot of them. I don’t review everything I see, as a lot of the films have been covered, BUT once in a while it’s fun to give a big rundown of what I have seen, and here we go:

The Spooky Chris Podcast: A Conversation with Daniel Barnett

In this episode, author Daniel Barnett discusses the upcoming release of "The Nightmareland Chronicles," set to launch on September 1. The book explores a world where night prevails and nightmares roam. To find out more about Daniel and his writing, visit his website.

Found Footage Review: “Cult”

Asian "found footage" films provide a refreshing alternative to their American counterparts, often feeling more original despite some flaws. The movie "Cult" features three actresses documenting a haunting, revealing dark cult involvement. It becomes increasingly bizarre and may alienate some viewers, yet delivers unique entertainment for fans of the genre.

The Beauty of “Something Wicked”

The author expresses a profound admiration for Ray Bradbury, particularly his work "Something Wicked This Way Comes," which explores themes of youth, nostalgia, and the horror of lost innocence. The narrative follows two boys and the sinister carnival that embodies their longing for adulthood. Bradbury's mastery of short fiction revitalizes the genre, urging new readers to appreciate his unforgettable storytelling.