Confessions of a Horror Freak

Every family has it demons. The latest Evil Dead movie is now in theaters! Spoiler Free Review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com/evil-dead-burn-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

After more than a decade away from theaters, Scary Movie returns to the big screen with its sixth installment, bringing back many of the faces that helped define the franchise in the early 2000s. Spoiler free review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com/scary-movie-2026-spoiler-free-review/ https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Originating from a viral 2019 4chan post, the Backrooms became one of the internet’s most recognizable creepypastas, transforming the simple image of endless yellow hallways into a modern nightmare. In 2022, YouTuber Kane Parsons introduced his own cinematic interpretation of the Backrooms through a series of viral short films that gained millions of views for their disturbing realism and atmosphe...

Curry Barker’s Obsession takes a simple concept and transforms it into an enjoyably disturbing supernatural horror story that knows exactly what it wants to be. SPOILER FREE REVIEW: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com/obsession-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Reimagining one of horror’s most iconic monsters is never an easy task, but Lee Cronin takes a bold and surprisingly effective swing with The Mummy (2026). Known for Evil Dead Rise (2023), Cronin moves away from the traditional ancient Egyptian mythology and instead grounds the horror in something far more unsettling: a demonic possession. Spoiler free review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com...

Is Do Not Disturb inspired by Psycho…or is it TOO similar? From the runaway protagonist and eerie motel to the mysterious house and shocking twists, the parallels between these two psychological thrillers are impossible to ignore. Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Blending action, horror, and dark comedy into one chaotic experience, They Will Kill You delivers exactly what it promises: a fun, violent, and stylish ride that doesn’t try to reinvent the genre, but knows how to entertain within it. SPOILER FREE REVIEW: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com/they-will-kill-you-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come  (2026) arrives with bigger ambitions, more blood, and an even more chaotic premise. Directed once again by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the film reunites audiences with Samara Weaving as Grace, picking up immediately after the explosive events of the first movie. Spoiler Free Review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com/ready-or-not-2-here-i-come-2026-spoi...

In recent years, horror has often leaned heavily into themes like grief, trauma, and faith, sometimes to the point where they begin to feel repetitive. Undertone (2026), the debut feature from Canadian filmmaker Ian Tuason, manages to revisit these familiar ideas while presenting them through a fresh and surprisingly effective approach. SPOILER FREE REVIEW: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.com/un...

The Bride! (2026), written and directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, is a bold and eccentric reimagining of the classic monster mythology inspired by the 1935 film Bride of Frankenstein, itself based on Frankenstein by Mary Shelley. SPOILER FREE REVIEW: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/the-bride-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Scream 7 had all the ingredients to deliver a definitive, powerful conclusion. Instead, what we get is an entertaining but ultimately unremarkable sequel that leans heavily on nostalgia without carving out anything truly new. SPOILER FREE REVIEW: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/scream-7-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Video game adaptations are always a gamble, especially when the source material relies heavily on atmosphere, player agency, and psychological immersion rather than a traditional narrative. The Mortuary Assistant (2026), directed by Jeremiah Kipp and based on the 2022 horror game by DarkStone Digital, approaches that challenge with surprising restraint. Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

The Strangers: Chapter 3 (2026) marks the fifth entry in The Strangers franchise and arrives with the promise of a climactic showdown but ultimately delivers a frustrating and underwhelming conclusion to an already uneven trilogy. Spoiler Free Review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/the-strangers-chapter-3-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Dracula: A Love Tale (2026) is yet another reimagining of Bram Stoker’s immortal vampire, but this time Luc Besson trades gothic terror for tragic romance. Coming to theaters in the US this Friday February 6. Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Send Help is a survival horror comedy directed and produced by Sam Raimi, and if that alone doesn’t already set expectations, the film happily leans into exactly what you think it will be. Spoiler Free Review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/send-help-2026-spoiler-free-review/ Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

February 2026 is shaping up to be a thrilling month for horror fans, with a mix of original films and highly anticipated franchise returns hitting the big screen. Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Return to Silent Hill marks the long-awaited return of Christophe Gans to the fog-covered town that has haunted horror fans for decades. Serving as the third installment in the Silent Hill film series and adapting the narrative of the video game Silent Hill 2 (2001), the film arrives with heavy expectations attached to its name. Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is a powerful course correction for the franchise and, for me, a deeply satisfying sequel. SPOILER FREE REVIEW: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/28-years-later-the-bone-temple-2026-spoiler-free-review/ SOCIALS: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Directed by Johannes Roberts, Primate (2026) is a lean and effective entry in the natural horror subgenre that understands exactly what kind of movie it wants to be. Spoiler Free Review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/primate-2026-spoiler-free-review/ https://amandamunoz.komi.io

After nearly a decade of Demogorgons, bikes, and upside-down nightmares, Stranger Things comes to an end with a finale that is as emotionally loaded as it is imperfect. Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up closes not just the story of Hawkins, but a cultural phenomenon that defined a generation of TV viewers who grew up alongside these characters. Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

2026 kicks off with a terrifying lineup of horror movies set to thrill fans both in theaters and on streaming platforms. Whether you’re into intense survival stories, psychological terror, or creepy supernatural experiences, this month promises plenty of scares to keep horror fans on edge. We Bury the Dead review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/we-bury-the-dead-2025-spoiler-free-review/ Soc...

I say goodbye to 2025 with this episode. Cant wait for what 2026 has for us! Find my reviews here: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/category/reviews/ https://www.youtube.com/@ConfessionsOfAHorrorFreak/playlists https://boxd.it/2WiCd https://amandamunoz.komi.io

Here's my list of 34 horror films that have been announced so far for 2026Letterboxd list: https://boxd.it/zMqw0 Socials: https://amandamunoz.komi.io

We Bury the Dead is not the zombie film you might be expecting and that distinction will likely determine how audiences respond to it. Written and directed by Zak Hilditch, this 2025 survival thriller uses the undead less as a source of constant terror and more as a haunting backdrop for a deeply personal story about grief, endurance, and emotional survival. We Bury the Dead is coming to theaters...

With the release of Part 2, Stranger Things 5 continues its march toward an inevitable, emotional conclusion. Part 2 picks up immediately where Part 1 left off, maintaining narrative momentum while shifting the tone from escalation to preparation. Stranger Things S5 Vol 1 Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hi4f0xx_FW8 Spoiler Free Review: https://confessionsofahorrorfreak.org/stranger-things-...