WAKE UP AND OPEN YOUR EYES
WAKE UP AND OPEN YOUR EYES! WITH PAUL TAMMANY
An animated video for Nerd Horror inspired by the new novel, Wake up and Open Your Eyes by Clay McLeod Chapman.
Companion (2025) Review: Setting The Standard for Nerd Horror
Companion not only cements itself as one of the most socially relevant horror films of our time but also solidifies its place as a defining work of .nerd horror.
Exploring the Evolution of 1920s Horror – A Nerd Horror Perspective
For days 6-10 of our 365 Days of Horror, I dove into some of the most foundational and visually striking horror films of the 1920s.
THANK YOU DAVID LYNCH
Taylor Time and the Rise of Niche Social Media
Taylor Time represents something potentially more significant: the emergence of highly specialized social media platforms designed for specific communities. As public trust in mega-platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter (or X, depending on whom you ask) continues to erode, niche platforms like Taylor Time may hold the key to a more authentic, user-centric future.
Nosferatu (1922): a Timeless Delight for Nerd Horror Fans
On Day 5 of my 365 Days of Horror adventure, I continued my journey into the origins of cinematic terror by watching the original Nosferatu, F.W. Murnau’s iconic silent horror film from 1922.
Les Vampires (1915) and The Birth of Episodic Horror
Often considered one of the earliest and most ambitious examples of serialized filmmaking, Les Vampires holds a unique place in film history, offering insights into the evolution of horror and its intersection with serialized storytelling. 365 Days of Horror, Day 4.
Exploring Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde (1912): A Silent Horror Pioneer
For fans of horror—and especially for those drawn to the genre's nerdier, literary side—the 1912 silent film adaptation of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde offers a fascinating glimpse into early cinematic storytelling. 365 Days of Horror Day 3.
The First Frankenstein Film: 365 Days of Horror
Long before Karloff’s Monster graced the silver screen in Universal’s 1931 adaptation of Frankenstein, an earlier version of Mary Shelley’s timeless tale flickered to life in a short, silent 1910 film made by Thomas Edison’s production company. 365 Days of Horror, Day 2.
365 Days of Horror: Day 1 - The First Horror Movie
Take a trip with us through 365 Days of Horror, where we watch and write about one horror movie per day during 2025, starting with what is considered to be the very first horror movie, made in 1896, Le Manoir du Diable.
THE CRYPT OF MUPPET HORROR
Welcome to a world where horror meets Henson’s Muppets. In a dark corner of reality that is familiar, yet eerily different, prepare for terror, laughter, and an existential crisis as your favorite felt friends star in their creepiest and most iconic roles yet.
Fare Thee Well Gizmo: A Nerd Horror Love Letter to WWDITS
What We Do in the Shadows stands as a distinctive blend of horror and comedy that appeals to both horror aficionados and comedy enthusiasts by artfully twists common character tropes and intertwining supernatural elements with sharp humor, earning its place as a nerd horror masterpiece.
Don’t Miss Scream Tv’s 12 Slays of Christmas
This December, horror fans have a chilling treat in store as NYX UK and SCREAM TV present the "12 Slays of Christmas." This curated selection of old holiday-themed horror films airing nightly at 9 PM from December 14th through Christmas Day.
The Fleshy Frontier: Body Horror’s Morbid Influence on Star Trek’s Utopian Vision
Body horror in Star Trek serves as a thematic counterbalance to its utopian vision. While Star Trek often portrays a hopeful representation of humanity’s potential, body horror highlights the precariousness of the human condition. By showcasing characters’ bodies transformed against their will, these episodes interrogate themes of bodily autonomy, personal identity, and existential vulnerability.
The Last Ones Standing: A Bloodstained Elegy for the Final Girls
In the dim glow of a flickering television screen, shadows stretch long across the room, and a familiar refrain of breathless footsteps echoes from the speakers. The chase is on. Again.
Cheyne Gallarde: Breathing Vintage Life into Modern Horror
Cheyne Gallarde stands out as a visionary artist who fuses the nostalgia of vintage comic aesthetics with the thrillingly macabre energy of contemporary horror culture. Gallarde captures the very essence of what makes horror fans tick: a perfect mix of spine-tingling dread and joyful genre celebration.
The Ugly Stepsister Gives Cinderella a Feminist Twist
The Ugly Stepsister, the feature debut of Norwegian director Emilie Blichfeldt, offers a daring and unexpected take on the classic Cinderella tale. Combining elements of comedy and body horror, the film reimagines the story through the eyes of Elvira, one of Cinderella's stepsisters, and is set in a fairy-tale kingdom where beauty is a brutal business.
Neverland Nightmare comes to life on January 13
The "Poohniverse" is set to expand with the upcoming release of Peter Pan's Neverland Nightmare, a horror reimagining of J.M. Barrie's classic tale. Directed by Scott Jeffrey, the film is scheduled for a limited theatrical run from January 13 to January 15, 2025.
The Dark Frontier: Psychological Horror in Star Trek
The Star Trek universe isn’t just about exploring strange new worlds and seeking out new life and new civilizations—it’s also about confronting the terrifying depths of the human psyche.
Jurassic Laughs and Invisible Terrors: A Nerd's Delight in The Invisible Raptor
The Invisible Raptor is a horror-comedy that melds nerd culture with classic monster movie tropes, delivering a delightfully absurd experience that’s destined to become a cult classic.