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On Chainsaws, and Massacres

October 19, 2018 Jon

A brief discussion of the emergence of the chainsaw-as-weapon in horror films, and beyond.

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The VHS Box Art Phenomenon

October 12, 2018 Jon

A handful of VHS box art images were so ubiquitous in movie rental shops in the 1980’s that they are responsible for creating legions of horror fans.

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An Oral History of Bad Horror Movie Night

October 10, 2018 Jon

There’s nothing quite like an October night spent with friends, beverages, and a terrible schlocky B-movie from the 1980’s…

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Haunted Halloween Hits, Part One

October 5, 2018 Jon

What makes a song a Halloween song? Part One of a three part series on Halloween music.

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The Shatner Mask

September 7, 2018 Jon

Tracing the evolution of Michael Myers’ iconic mask through the Halloween series.

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IRH Recommends: Over the Garden Wall

September 4, 2018 Jon

Cartoon Network’s bizarre animated miniseries strikes the perfect Autumn/harvest tone with exceptional art and a hilarious, engaging story.

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2018: A Golden Year for Horror The year that horror fans were truly spoiled for riches

July 31, 2018 Jon Lists, News Leave a comment

In one of the most fruitful decades for horror cinema ever, 2018 is shaping up to be its banner year, and this Halloween season boasts an impressive lineup of new releases.