SOUTH JERSEY HORROR

From a horror perspective, Jester 2 delivers where it counts. The kills are clever, cruel, and it’s a great representation leaning into the Trickster's dark magician theme. Illusions bleed into existence, traps unfold like deadly tricks, and every set piece feels designed to keep viewers on edge. It may not push gore to Terrifier levels, but it doesn't need to-the creativity behind the kil...

After watching the series (so far), I’d like to say that I'm thoroughly enjoying it, and I am highly impressed with the acting. This fully embraces the fantastical scenes and effects for those horror and monster moments. However, one character really stands out, and that is Lilly Bainbridge – portrayed by the talented Clara Stack and her performance has been nothing short of paramount. If I sa...

I’d like to point out that this movie is suspenseful, well invented, and the acting is phenomenal. The directing and cinematography are both paramount and it feels like a true love letter that honors the horror genre and this is coming from me, someone who loves and appreciates found footage. I feel the creators and the actors truly understood what audiences expected from them and overall, this mo...

The Conjuring Franchise has brought us some of the best and scariest movies of all time and to include it’s last and final installment, a farewell to the Warrens. But it gets better. I sat down with Leigh Jones, who in my opinion, portrays the scariest character in the movie, Abner (also known as the “Axeman). Leigh is a very talented actor who delivered his role flawlessly. That would be an under...

Everyone knows that I cannot stand mannequins and what history they have in horror movies, just looking at them are deeply unsettling and yet somehow John Berardo was able to resurrect that feeling tenfold in his new film. Ultimately, it’s about the cruelty of women, reckoning with the past and how cycles nearly always repeat themselves. I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jack and spoke to hi...

April Fool’s Day has always been a favorite of mine since I discovered it on VHS and to me, it’s always been the perfect anti-slasher, where no one in the film really dies (unless you count the film’s missing ending), and instead leans into the whodunit aspects that are driving the mystery. Deborah, who is a legendary actress who lit up the screens in Valley Girl and who continues to light up Holl...

Although this movie is considered meta-physical, it does have some Nightmare on Elm Street vibes and Black Phone 2 is definitely an effective sequel that delivers reinvigoration. The Grabber, just like Freddy Krueger, is able to wreak psychic and physical violence on people from within their dreams which makes it a genuine top shelf movie for me. What a cool interview! Talking to Maev and getting...

I cannot emphasize enough of how V/H/S/Halloween continues to impress the audiences worldwide. Being part of such a spectacular franchise, this movie hit all of the Halloween aspects but with a little twist in each segment. Moreover, the actresses in the segment Coochie Coochie Coo deliver an exceptional performance. I am honored to have spoken to Natalia about her role in what I think is the cree...

From what I have read online, it looks like this movie is tons of fun. From watching the preview, It’s like Poultrygeist meets The Thing with a touch of Evil Dead thrown in for good measure. However, I also get the feeling that the audience will have sympathy for the victims because of the on-screen chemistry. I had the opportunity to sit down with Jada and get to know more about her character, th...

I cannot stress enough on how well this movie is made… It is definitely a surprising shock to audiences with something new, especially for the horror genre. Even if you think you have everything figured out with the cryptic clues, there is an unexpected plot twist. With a little 1980s essence added to the film, it will grind your casual evening straight into your worst nightmares. What a wonderful...

Schism is a psychological horror which carries the perspective of woman vs. self as we follow Nola on a journey that has her battling to recollect her sanity. Overall, this movie is paramount; we never know which way is up, what is actually real, and what exists in Nola’s mind. The thrilling separation that she’s become a part of is something that consistently creeps into the film as a result of i...

Every now and then, we get to watch a movie that excels in a genre, that is the case with this movie. I am pleased to say Night of the Reaper is a pleasant surprise and you can appreciate it's throwback attempt, which was well done. This is a solid horror film and well worth the watch. The lead actress and the sheriff carry the heavy workload, and they deliver. What an absolute gem! I love thi...

After watching the movie yesterday, I can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed it and it’s a delightful treat wrapped up with a promise to scare you. In other words, it’s a devilish good time that brings back a lot of nostalgic fuzziness that not only looks great, but it’s an endearing love letter to the Satanic Panic. It was great speaking to Riley about his role in this film and gaining the in...

WARNING: This episode contains spoliers! I cannot think of better way to start off October and the spooky season with the newest installment of the V/H/S Franchise because Halloween is approaching fast and therefore this is the perfect time. From what I understand, this is now the darkest and funniest entry yet and it remains a touchstone of the found footage sub-genre to this day. It was great to...

Often do I catch myself watching a movie about Dracula style vampires but the way they're depicted in 30 Days of Night are how I'd imagine vampires would be in real life- brutal and near indescribable killing machines. That premise being vampires being allowed to run berserk in Alaska during a 30-day period when there is no sun to force them into hibernation during the day. It’s simple yet...

Howling II: Your Sister is a Werewolf picks up right after Joe Dante’s original The Howling but there’s no denying that this movie is a ruthless slice of low-fi gothic cult film making, making it a huge success. It’s not a film that everyone will love, but for those of you who enjoy unconventional cult classics, Howling II is a movie that may be right up your eccentric alley. After waiting almost...

Descendant is an amazing film that is an incredibly intriguing dive into the complex emotions that come from fatherhood and the urge to both provide and protect one’s growing family. Obviously, it’s one of those movies that is full of question marks. The temptation here might be to interpret the plot a few different ways and then try to make sense of ending. Having to sit down and gain the insight...

This series definitely reinvented the vampire sub-genre of horror; it’s a superb drama, fantasy, horror series by Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan. I loved its adamant vibe and atmosphere, its gruesome screenplay, its outstanding expansion and acting. One of the few series that truly combines science fiction and horror with a hell of a cast. It was an absolute pleasure to sit down and speak to N...

Mindhunter is an absolutely riveting, addicting, and intellectually gripping series that redefines the crime drama genre. From the very first episode, it plunges you into a hauntingly realistic portrayal of the early days of criminal profiling at the FBI. The attention to detail, the slow-burn narrative, and the disturbingly accurate depictions of real-life serial killers make it one of the most i...

Demons, written and produced by the legendary Dario Argento comes a cult classic from the 1980s which has a badass soundtrack and it’s one of the most interesting and strange films of the era. It has cool visuals and a fun story that is easy to follow and all around, it’s a solid Italian horror film and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves the genre. The interview is a little spotty due to th...

The Conjuring returns in the fourth and final installment of the franchise and it feels like a natural continuation thanks to the return of Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga as Ed and Lorraine Warren. After watching the movie last night, in my opinion, the movie is terrifying, emotional, thrilling, pure horror magic and it’s a must-see epic conclusion. Rebecca and I went into a deep conversation abo...

From what I have read on the internet thus far, Traumatika is an emotional horror story that focuses on generational terror. It is said that her performance is paramount while being relentless in the approach and it’s not for the faint of heart. Due to being released on the 12th of this month, I cannot wait to see it. For those that are going to see it in the theater when it’s released, expect to...

This movie had me on edge the whole time! The suspense, the kills, the twists—everything hits hard. Just when you think you’ve figured it out, boom—plot twist! If you love horror with a brutal edge, don’t miss this one! It feels good to be back after two and there’s no better way to ease back into the interviews by talking to Sadie about her role as ‘Pepper’ in this vampire & werewolf slayer m...

I am always hopeful when it comes to a new clown slasher film that hits the scene. After watching this movie, I have come to the realization that this movie offers a more traditional slasher style than Scream V or Bodies Bodies Bodies. This movie may be a modern tale of teens trying to escape a killer clown in a cornfield—but this clown-fueled carnage fest has a nostalgic and spunk spirit. What a...

I just want to point out that this movie is terrifying… It’s possibly the most terrifying movie I have seen this year, and I cannot wait to see more reactions on social media because this movie is making waves. I had the awesome opportunity to speak to Luke about his role in this movie and I have to say unequivocally that he delivered. After watching the movie in the theater, I am thoroughly impre...