The Conjuring

Who ya gonna call? Ed and Lorraine Warren. A pair of real-life paranormal investigators who specialize in tracking down demon spirits. In 1971, they’re contacted to help a family haunted by a sinister ghost in their house. The Warrens’ case was loosely adapted into a Horror film titled, “The Conjuring.” Directed by James Wan. Patrick […]

Jason X (WB’s Flops Vol. 2 #33)

After “Jason Goes to Hell: The Final Friday” ended with Freddy Kruger’s hand grabbing Jason’s hockey mask, fans were eager to see a crossover with two iconic villains going head to head. Due to development problems formulating a script for “Freddy vs. Jason,” plans were delayed before a script was green-lit. So, fans of “Friday […]

Flashback Review: The Ring (2002)

“The Ring” was officially released in 2002. (same year Spirited Away came out) It received positive reviews from critics and movie goers alike. Plus, it made enough money at the box office. A sequel (unrelated to the Japanese version) came out in 2005 and the most recent entry “Rings” was released in 2017. The Ring […]

Sleepy Hollow

In 1820, Washington Irving published a collection of short stories titled, “The Sketch Book of Geoffrey Crayon, Gent.” Simply call it, “The Sketch Book.” One of them features a significant short story called, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” It’s about a teacher named, Ichabod Crane who encounters a ghost known as the Headless Horseman. In […]

Grindhouse

In 2003, besties Robert “RR” Rodriguez and Quentin “QT” Tarantino hang out together watching double-features with trailers before and after the films. One night at QT’s house, RR saw a double-feature poster for “Dragstrip Girl” and Rock All Night.” RR got an idea, he asked QT if he’s not busy making another film after “Kill […]

Classics Review: Psycho (1960)

In 1959, novelist Robert Bloch published a book titled, “Psycho.” It follows a man named, Norman Bates who works at a motel while struggling with mommy issues. One night, he meets a woman named, Marion Crane who stops by to rest. Suddenly, all heck breaks loose. Fresh from making “North by Northwest,” Alfred Hitchcock read […]