Riffs and Reviews

Ladies and gentlemen, boys and ghouls, gather around as we embark on an uproarious journey through the twisted world of "Terrifier," the 2016 horror film that shook the genre to its core and left horror movie fans with their jaws dropped and their popcorn spilled. In this monstrously lengthy article, we'll peel back the layers of this gruesome tour de force, from its gritty production background to the diabolically delightful character of Art the Clown. Hold onto your seats, dear readers, for we're about to spill the beans (or should we say, guts?) on everything you've ever wanted to know about "Terrifier" and more! A Hair-Raising Affair: The Terrifying Tale (Spoiler-Free, Scouts' Honor!) If you've somehow managed to avoid spoilers for the past few years, congratulations – you're a rare breed! Fret not, we won't ruin the fun. "Terrifier" follows the bloodcurdling exploits of Art the Clown, a silent and sadistic force of evil who...

M. Night Shyamalan is back with another thought-provoking thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Knock at the Cabin is a new entry in his filmography that leans towards the good side, much like his classic movie "Signs". This latest feature film is based on the book “The Cabin at the End of the World” by Paul G Tremblay, and it showcases the master storyteller's skill of subverting audience expectations and bringing a fresh twist to the tired cabin in the woods trope. The movie revolves around two fathers and their adopted daughter, who are taken hostage by four strangers during their vacation in an isolated cabin. The family is forced to make an impossible choice to stop the apocalypse: save their family or save humanity. This plot had me engaged the whole time, as I questioned what to believe and was curious to see how it would all play out. Dave Bautista as Leonard The performances from the talented ensemble cast, including Ben Aldridge ( Pennyworth ), ...

Walking into Kyle Edward Ball's latest horror flick "Skinamarink" is like taking a trip down the rabbit hole. It's a twisted, surreal experience that leaves you feeling both disorientated and disturbingly mesmerised. If you're a fan of horror, you'll relish the opportunity to get lost in its strange, unsettling visual language - and if you're not, well, this movie will change your mind. But let's not beat around the bush here - "Skinamarink" is not for the faint of heart. It's a movie that demands your attention and a working pair of eyes to take in all the madness. Ball's background in filming user-submitted nightmares gives him a unique perspective on what truly terrifies us, and he's not afraid to push the limits of traditional horror storytelling. This is a movie that wants you to experience it, not interpret it. The film follows two children who wake up in the middle of the night to find their father is missing and all the wi...

"Day Shift" is a new vampire hunting movie starring Jamie Foxx and Dave Franco. The movie follows the story of a hard working blue collar dad who just wants to provide a good life for his quick-witted daughter, but his mundane San Fernando Valley pool cleaning job is a front for his real source of income, hunting and killing vampires as part of an international Union of vampire hunters. The premise sounds fun, but can director J.J. Perry deliver? The opening scene of the movie is a bonkers action sequence with Jamie Foxx shotgun blasting the hell out of an old lady who turns out to be a vampire. This then becomes a nuts fight sequence between the two of them that is such a blast. I feel like the movie really has fun with these kind of rag-doll physics in its action scenes, making those sequences pop in a way that a lot of the Netflix action movies (or action blockbusters these days) don’t. Day Shift was a very mixed movie. On one hand, there is a lot of fun action scenes and ...

Horror movie sequels are always a hit and most horror movie fans are looking for the next great scare. But what happens when horror movie villains go to space? Here are 5 horror movie villains that went to space. Some were successful, while others were not so much. 1. The Leprechaun Leprechaun 4: In Space is the sleeper of the Leprechaun horror movie series. Yes, it's set in space, but that's exactly what makes it so mind-numbingly great. Leprechaun 4 is a perfect example of how to take a totally ridiculous premise and turn it into something really "special." The movie is chock-full of practical effects, creative kills, and Leprechaun quotes that will have you rolling on the floor. If you're a fan of Leprechaun movies or horror movies in general, Leprechaun 4: In Space is a must-watch. 2. Pinhead Hellraiser: Bloodline is a fascinating continuation of the series that also serves as a prequel. The story spans three different time periods: the 1700s, the 1990s, and...