Archive for May, 2009
42 Frankenstein Movies to See Before You Die
May 31st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 7 Comments »The only horror movie mainstay more popular than Frankenstein and his monster is Dracula. We’ve already posted 55 Dracula Movies You Should See Before You Die, which features 55 of the 161+ Dracula movies available. Now we’re back with a list of Frankenstein movies you should see before you die. Where possible, we’ve linked to cool blog posts about each of the movies.
Universal Frankenstein Movies
The first series of Frankenstein movies (and the most recognizable) were the Universal movies, beginning with 1931′s Frankenstein.
Frankenstein (1931) – Boris Karloff made the role famous in the original horror classic. Bride of…
The Groovy Age of Horror – Curt Purcell Interview
May 21st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | No Comments »Curt Purcell owns and operates one of the coolest horror-related blogs on the Internet, The Groovy Age of Horror, which is devoted to (among many other things) horror books from the 1960s and 1970s. He was kind enough to answer a few questions for us.
1. Can you give our readers a rough estimate of how many paperbacks you own?
About 500 of the vintage collectible variety I’ve tended to cover on Groovy Age. Beyond that, I’m afraid I couldn’t even hazard a rough estimate.
2. What’s the first paperback book you remember owning?
When I was…
Korean Horror Movies – K-Horror
May 19th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 1 Comment »Korean Horror Movies
In recent year, Korean horror films have become all the rage among knowledgeable movie buffs. With their bizarre–and often gory–plotlines, Korean horror movies have mirrored the success of their counterparts in Japan. In fact, modern Japanese horror is referred to a J-Horror, while Korea offers wicked cinematic morsels known as K-Horror.
This article looks at the lean years of Korean cinema and tracse its steps all the way to the modern horror explosion. I’ll discuss some of the scariest Korean horror films, as well as some of the best-known Korean horror directors. By the time you’re done…
Japanese Horror Movies – J-Horror Movies – Best Japanese Horror
May 5th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 1 Comment »Japanese Horror Movies
Scary movies have undergone a revitalization in recent years, and much of this can be attributed to the success of Japanese horror movies, also known J-Horror movies. Japanese horror films usually have a distinctive narrative and visual style, often with strong violence and sexuality. Many of the best Japanese horror films also draw from the folklore and cultural mythology of their native land.
This post looks at the beginnings of Japanese horror, the era of exploitative cinema, and the modern J-Horror craze. Important Japanese horror directors will be examined, as well as the phenomenon of the yurei…
Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
May 4th, 2009 by Randy Ray | | No Comments »Pride and Prejudice and Zombies
Do you like Jane Austen novels?
Do you like zombie novels?
Do you like both?
Whether you like one, the other, or both, Pride and Prejudice and Zombies is sure to please. We just got a few copies of the book in at the store today, so if you want a copy, get in touch with us right away to get your copy. They’re going to go fast. (Click on the link in the top menu that says “Horror Books” for our address and phone number.)
And for those of you who are wondering what…
Gothic Horror Fiction
May 3rd, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 5 Comments »Gothic horror fiction is a literary genre that has lasted hundreds of years — examples of gothic fiction are still being released today, and are quite popular. The word “gothic” gets tossed about quite a bit. These days, you will usually hear the term “goth” applied to a certain type of young person who favors black clothing, exotic makeup, and gloomy music. The word “Gothic” implies much more than the fact that you purchase your clothes at the local Hot Topic store — it has a rich tradition and an interesting beginning.
The term “Gothic” was invented by writers of…
Italian Horror Movies
May 2nd, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 3 Comments »Italian Horror Movies
The words “Italian horror” are enough to send shivers of excitement up the spines of hardcore horror fans around the globe. Sure, these movies may sometimes contain lackluster acting and bad dubbing, but Italian horror films are also known for brutal violence and plenty of gore (with neither women nor children being spared). Often containing surreal scenes and plotlines, Italian horror movies tend to be a breath of fresh air when compared to their more formulaic cousins from the United States.
While the scariest Italian horror tends to be found in the films of the ‘70s and…
70s Horror Movies – 100 Top Horror Movies from the 1970s
May 1st, 2009 by Randy Ray | | 5 Comments »100 Horror Movies From the 70’s
If you are old enough, you might remember growing up and watching some of the old horror movies from the 1970’s. They were groundbreaking in terms of terror, gore, and (in some cases) outright corniness. These early films really pushed the envelope as far as setting up the foundation for the horror movies today. They created the clichés, the atmosphere, and the buckets of blood that were splashed around haphazardly across the screen. If you missed out on that classic decade, here is a list of 100 horror films from the 70’s.
Hammer…