The Watchers

Prior to a film adaptation, author, A.M. Shine published a book titled, “The Watchers.” It’s about an American immigrant living in Ireland named, Mina. She’s sent by her manager to deliver a parrot to a zoo. As she travels to her destination, her car breaks down. Trapped in the middle of a forest, something sinister […]

Classics Review: The Lady Vanishes

In 1936, British writer, Ethel Lina White published a book titled, “The Wheel Spins.” It’s about an English woman named, Iris who stays at a hotel and becomes friends with an elderly woman named, Ms. Froy. The next day, the two board a train. Suddenly, Iris discovers Ms. Froy’s missing. She tracks down the missing […]

Hereditary

Ari Aster’s directorial debut, “Hereditary” was officially released in 2018. (same year A Quiet Place came out) It received critical acclaim from critics and movie goers alike. In addition to praise, it became A24’s highest-grossing film. Until “Everything Everywhere All at Once” surpassed it. Mr. Aster’s latest film, “Beau Is Afraid” starring Joaquin Phoenix, is […]

Classics Review: House on Haunted Hill (1959)

“House in Haunted Hill” was officially released in 1959. (same year Hal Jordan/Green Lantern made his his comic book debut) It received good reviews from critics and movie goers alike. Plus, it recoup money at the box office. Forty Years Later, a remake with Geoffrey Rush earned negative reviews. Anyway, it’s Halloween Month 2023. I’ll […]

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 […]

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 […]