Don’t be Afraid of the Dark

“The Orphanage (2007)” movie review.

Posted by MartialHorror
/ November 15, 2013

“The Orphanage” might be telling a very familiar story, but its haunting atmosphere and emotionally moving drama elevated it above the majority of modern day ghost flicks.
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“Mama (2013)” movie review.

Posted by MartialHorror
/ July 18, 2013

The main problem with “Mama” though is that in terms of story, it’s the same old shit that we’ve seen in every other paranormal flick out there. The only parts which leave an impression- the weird attempts at humor and the sudden transition from horror to fantasy- only stand out because they don't work.
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“Sinister (2012)” movie review.

Posted by MartialHorror
/ October 15, 2012

"Sinister" doesn't push any boundaries, nor will it rejuvenate horror movies. But it is one of the better examples of its kind and if every ghost-thriller was this good, I wouldn't be complaining about how similar they are.
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“The Gate (1987)” movie review.

Posted by MartialHorror
/ August 8, 2012

It is very cheesy, but I adored that. The goofiness mixes in with the terror pretty well, creating a morbid, camp classic that also happens to be spooky. It's rare when a movie can make you shiver and laugh at once.
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