‘Ready or Not’ Here Comes Radio Silence, aka Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler Gillett

March 16, 2026 Mike Manalo

Ready or Not came out almost 7 years ago. And while the film, of course, made star Samara Weaving a household name, it also skyrocketed directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (aka “Radio Silence”) into the stratosphere. In the aftermath of the surprise hit, Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett successfully relaunched the then-dormant Scream franchise with two of its best installments, and brought us an amazing little surprise in Abigail. Now, they’re bringing back Weaving’s Grace for another killer game of hide and seek with Ready or Not 2: Here I Come!

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NOC Review: ‘Ready or Not 2’ Here Comes a Bloody Badass Sequel

March 13, 2026March 14, 2026 Mike Manalo

When Ready or Not premiered in 2019, it quickly became a surprise hit, cementing Samara Weaving as a rising horror star and establishing Grace ~~Le Domas~~ MacCaullay as one of the genre’s great modern Final Girls. For me, as well, it was an immensely enjoyable surprise, coming out of nowhere to become one of my favorite movies in a year stacked with heavy hitters like Avengers: Endgame and Parasite.

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‘The Bride!’ Proves That Women Should Be Running Hollywood

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026 Nikita Francois

The Bride! is an electrifying tale that leaves you clawing for more. Jessie Buckley delivers a phenomenal performance as the troubled Bride brought to life, with Christian Bale delivering a moving portrayal as Frankenstein‘s monster. Maggie Gyllenhaal’s script and direction are an absolute masterclass in storytelling and proves that women should be in charge of Hollywood with this retelling. “People love a monster,” and Gyllenhaal certainly serves up all of the good and bad monstrosities one could hope for in this film.

Horror, Interview, Streaming

‘School Spirits’ Star Kristian Ventura on Simon and Maddie in Season 3

February 3, 2026 Kelly Martinez

The Season 2 finale of School Spirits may have left fans rattled, but no one was more shocked by the twist than Kristian Ventura himself.

Horror, Interview, Television

The ‘School Spirits’ Cast Teases “Apocalyptic” Season 3

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Kelly Martinez

It’s always spooky season in Split River.

School Spirits is back and scarier than ever. The third season of the teen drama-horror, which premieres January 28 on Paramount+, follows Maddie (Peyton List) as she deals with terrifying visions and struggles to adjust back to the living world. Meanwhile, Simon (Kristian Ventura), now trapped in the afterlife, is determined to unearth the buried secrets of Split River High once and for all.

Horror, Interview, Movies

Monkey Shines with the Cast and Director of ‘Primate’

January 9, 2026 Mike Manalo

The first big horror film of the year is here! Primate, starring Academy Award-winner Troy Kotsur, Johnny Sequoyah, Victoria Wyant, Benjamin Cheng, and Jessica Alexander is swinging into theaters this week. And to celebrate we had the opportunity to sit down with the director/co-writer of the film, Johannes Roberts, as well as Kotsur and Sequoyah, to get an inside look at the terror and chaos of their monkey problems!

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Emma Tammi Talks Returning for ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s 2’

December 3, 2025December 4, 2025 Sophia Soto

Emma Tammi is back for Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, based on the popular video game series by Scott Cawthon. The first film, released in 2023, became the highest-grossing horror movie of the year. I caught up with the director/executive producer at New York Comic Con to discuss how the characters will continue to grow, which Easter eggs to include, and more.

Horror, Interview, Television

‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ Showrunner Jason Fuchs on the Twists of Episode Six

December 1, 2025December 1, 2025 Mike Manalo

If you’re a horror fan, odds are you’re watching IT: Welcome to Derry every Sunday on HBO. Ever since the show debuted October 26, and has become a ratings juggernaut for the network. Furthermore it has enhanced the mythology established in IT and IT: Chapter Two, frankly surpassing the latter by adding more depth to it (as evidenced by this past week’s episode). This is due to the masterful work from showrunners Jason Fuchs and Brad Caleb Kane. And we had an exclusive chance to sit down with Fuchs to discuss the series and the shocking twists from this Sunday’s episode!

Horror, Reviews, Theatre

A Los Angeles Theatre Review: ‘Paranormal Activity’

November 15, 2025November 16, 2025 Edward Hong

When I first heard that the Paranormal Activity franchise has been adapted into a staged production, I was immensely skeptical of its scare factor on stage and that there was a worthy story to be told that can hold on its own. But in a shocking turn of events, Paranormal Activity: A New Story Live On Stage has defied all my expectations as a genuinely engaging and terrifying experience that will absolutely delight all horror/thriller fans and newcomers alike.

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The Cast of ‘Black Phone 2’ on Continuing the Story and Exploring Their Characters

October 29, 2025December 31, 2025 Sophia Soto

While covering New York Comic Con for The Nerds of Color, I had the chance to speak with Black Phone 2 stars Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Miguel Mora, and Demián Bichir! We discussed the pressure of making a sequel, having Finn and Gwen’s sibling relationship as the heart of the story, bringing their own experiences to the characters, and more.

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Visiting Derry at the Red Carpet of ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’

October 26, 2025 Mike Manalo

IT: Welcome to Derry premieres tonight! And earlier this week, we got a glimpse at the highly anticipated (and frankly highly enjoyable and truly terrifying) prequel to Andy Muschietti’s IT and IT: Chapter Two. We were seeing red everywhere, with red balloons floating around the sewers of Derry, and red carpets rolled out for the show’s stars and creators! Click here to get an inside glimpse at our visit to Derry and our conversations with some of the cast and creators from the premiere of this terrifying chapter in the IT saga!

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Floating High with the Cast and Creators of ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’

October 25, 2025October 24, 2025 Mike Manalo

Every 27 years, something bad happens in the town of Derry, Maine. Children go missing, as fear and evil run rampant. Beneath the heart of this sleepy town lies a horrifying secret that threatens to divide its residents and cause chaos. However, is it just the supernatural terrors that plague this place? Or is there something deeper, sadder, and more real that is behind it all? We got to the bottom of these questions with the cast and creators of IT: Welcome to Derry!

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‘Black Phone 2’ Star Madeleine McGraw Answers the Call

October 20, 2025October 20, 2025 Mike Manalo

Black Phone 2 is terrifying audiences everywhere now! While the first film was all about Mason Thames’ character, Finney, the amazing Madeleine McGraw takes center stage this time as Gwen. What does The Grabber have in store for this clairvoyant badass? We had a chance to chat with McGraw about the answer to that, plus much more!

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NOC Review: Blumhouse Phones It In with ‘Black Phone 2’

October 17, 2025October 30, 2025 Mike Manalo

Traveling back to 2022, I remember leaving my screening of The Black Phone, touched, thrilled, and genuinely surprised having seen what became one of my favorites of that year.

Horror, Interview

Director Ritesh Gupta on the Meta Horror of ‘The Red Mask’

October 16, 2025October 27, 2025 Swara Salih

We interview Ritesh Gupta about directing the indie horror film The Red Mask and its meta commentary on the current state of Hollywood.

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How ‘HIM’ Exposes the Cult of Sports and the Commodification of Black Athletes

September 20, 2025 Ainsley 'LadyL' Landry

American football isn’t just a game; it’s a religion. The rituals, the chants, the stadiums packed with worshippers draped in team colors, it all mirrors a form of collective devotion. In Justin Tipping’s new psychological thriller HIM, produced by Jordan Peele, football becomes something far more literal: a site of sacrifice, worship, and horror.

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‘HIM’ is a Chilling Thriller Knocking on Athletes’ Doors

September 19, 2025September 19, 2025 Nikita Francois

With bold, in-your-face depictions of football injuries and the culture surrounding professional athletes, HIM delivers a chilling commentary on pro sports that will have you at the edge of your seat. This film leaves you wondering if risking it all for the love of the game is actually worth it.

Horror, Reviews, Theme Parks

Halloween Horror Nights Returns to Universal Studios Hollywood with a Sold-Out Bang

September 15, 2025September 15, 2025 Nikita Francois

Last Thursday, Universal Studios Hollywood celebrated the terrifyingly exciting opening of Halloween Horror Nights with new haunted houses, returning fan favorites, and an all-new dining pass. We were there to get a first look at opening night and try it all.

Horror, Interview, Movies

James Wan Closes ‘The Conjuring’ Universe with ‘Last Rites’

September 5, 2025September 4, 2025 Mike Manalo

There are few producers or filmmakers in Hollywood as prolific as the incredible James Wan. The man who brought us Saw, Insidious, and of course The Conjuring Universe is hands down one of the most successful names in horror and action that we’ve seen in the past two decades. Now he’s bringing his iconic Conjuring franchise to a close with The Conjuring: Last Rites. And we were lucky enough to join other members of the press in a roundtable discussion with the Atomic Monster mastermind on the final chapter of The Conjuring Universe.

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Ending ‘The Conjuring’ with ‘Last Rites’ Director Michael Chaves

September 4, 2025September 4, 2025 Mike Manalo

With The Conjuring: Last Rites, Michael Chaves will officially be the director who has helmed the most films within The Conjuring Universe. Coming on to the franchise with 2021’s The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It, and taking on the second installment of The Nun, Chaves has officially put his stamp on the horror universe James Wan built. Now once more, he’s teaming up with Wan to bring the legendary horror universe to an end with The Conjuring: Last Rites.

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Terrifying Truths with the Stars of ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’

September 3, 2025 Mike Manalo

We first met Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga’s Ed and Lorraine Warren in 2013. The Conjuring debuted in theaters to monumental critical and commercial success, solidifying James Wan’s status as one of the greatest names in horror of all time! From there a legendary universe of creepy characters and stories were born. Now, twelve years later, The Conjuring Universe comes to an end with the final chapter – The Conjuring: Last Rites!

Horror, Reviews, Theme Parks

‘Universal Horror Unleashed’ Terrifies Las Vegas in a Frightfully Great Way

August 15, 2025August 15, 2025 Nikita Francois

In 2023, Universal announced a brand new Vegas-based attraction that promised year-round spooky haunts. Now that it has celebrated its opening day, Universal has proved that when it sprinkles its Hollywood magic on an all-new horror-themed event, their legacy as the creators of horror leaves no tomb undisturbed.

Horror, Reviews, Streaming

Breaking Curses and Burning Bridges: The True Mystery of ‘Wednesday’ Season 2

August 14, 2025 Ainsley 'LadyL' Landry

The murders are grisly. The new headmaster is suspicious. The shadows of Nevermore stretch darker than before. But in Wednesday Season 2, Part One, the real tension doesn’t come from what’s lurking in the woods; it comes from the dining table. This is a season about family, the kind you inherit and the kind you choose, and the impossible line between protecting someone and controlling them.