Young Frankenstein (1974) Review – A Hilarious Homage to Horror History
Mel Brooks and Gene Wilder deliver a flawless parody of 1930s cinema. Young Frankenstein is a visually stunning, side-splitting tribute to the Universal Monsters era.
It Chapter One (2017) Review – A Stylish and Nostalgic Descent into Derry
Andy Muschietti brings Pennywise to the big screen with style. It Chapter One is a nostalgic, well-acted, and visceral journey into the heart of Derry’s darkness.
Noroi: The Curse (2005) Review – A Masterclass in Found Footage J-Horror
Kōji Shiraishi delivers a masterclass in atmospheric dread with Noroi: The Curse. A complex, hyper-realistic found footage film that weaves folklore into a nightmare.
Candyman (1992) Review – A Groundbreaking, Socially Conscious Gothic Masterpiece
Bernard Rose’s Candyman is much more than a slasher. It is a haunting, socially conscious gothic nightmare that uses the projects of Chicago to explore racial trauma.
The House of the Devil (2009) Review – A Stylised and Nostalgic 80s Throwback
Ti West’s The House of the Devil is a masterclass in retro aesthetics. A slow-burn 80s throwback that prioritises grainy 16mm atmosphere over narrative speed.
Paranormal Activity (2009) Review – A Masterclass in Low-Budget DIY Dread
Paranormal Activity is a landmark of indie horror. A simple, effective, and visceral found footage hit that proved you don’t need a big budget to terrify the world.
Pet Sematary (1989) Review – A Classic Melancholic Monkey’s Paw Tale
Mary Lambert brings Stephen King’s darkest novel to life with Pet Sematary. A gritty, emotional, and visceral 80s classic that explores the terrifying price of grief.
