Ah, Children of the Corn — Stephen King’s 1978 short story about a couple who stumble upon a terrifying child cult. That single tale launched one of King’s most prolific horror franchises, producing nearly a dozen feature films over four decades. Folk horror, murderous children, and a malevolent presence known as He Who Walks Behind … Read more

Raw is a film you watch through your fingers — gruesome, vile, repellent, and utterly captivating. In her striking debut, Julia Ducournau guides us through the swampy, volatile terrain of adolescence and female desire. Led by a powerful performance from Garance Marillier, the story follows a young woman’s slide into obsession and cannibalism after her … Read more

Horror remakes — what purpose do they serve? Often they’re obvious cash-ins, but given enough distance from the originals, some remakes offer interesting new takes on familiar stories. A small warning: if waxwork figures at tourist attractions like Madame Tussauds unsettle you, this comparison may not be for the faint-hearted. Many horror aficionados know two … Read more

House of Wax: Three Versions of a Classic Horror Tale Horror remakes often have a reputation for being cash-ins, but when handled with creativity or distance from the original, they can offer compelling new perspectives on familiar stories. The tale of a wax museum, a disfigured artist and horrifying tableaux has been told at least … Read more

Boasting one of the most frequently quoted lines in film history and a truly unforgettable twist, The Sixth Sense is a modern reworking of the classic ghost story that still resonates more than two decades after its release. The 1999 supernatural thriller directed by M. Night Shyamalan became his breakout success, showcasing his skill with … Read more

Half a century after its release, The Wicker Man (1973) remains one of British cinema’s most enduring and influential horror films. Released during a period often described as the decline of traditional British horror—an era that saw Gothic studio productions give way to grittier, more visceral fare—The Wicker Man stands apart. Its lead, Christopher Lee, … Read more

Get Out (2017) marked Jordan Peele’s impressive directorial debut. Known primarily for his work in comedy—whether as a creator of sketch series or a voice actor—Peele surprised audiences by delivering a film that blends horror, suspense and sharp social commentary. Get Out, followed by Peele’s later films, demonstrates his ability to use genre filmmaking to … Read more

Boasting one of the most quoted lines in modern cinema and an unforgettable final twist, The Sixth Sense remains a powerful contemporary take on the classic ghost story more than two decades after its release. Directed by M. Night Shyamalan and released in 1999, the supernatural horror film launched Shyamalan into the spotlight, establishing his … Read more

Sam Raimi’s films—from the gore-soaked horror of his early work to the blockbuster superhero movies and the underrated genre pieces that fill his middle career—are instantly recognisable thanks to the director’s singular, energetic style. Raimi discovered his passion for filmmaking early, making Super 8 shorts with friends and releasing his first feature, It’s Murder! (1977), … Read more

How Goodfellas Used a Pop Soundtrack to Shape Its Story We’ve all walked down the street with music in our ears and imagined our lives as scenes from a movie. The beat drops and suddenly we’re walking into a ring, embracing on a sunlit dance floor, or pacing toward a dramatic moment—soundtracking our inner lives … Read more