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5 Horror Movies No One Talks About Anymore

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There are so many great horror movies. And every year we get a few more. This leads to great movies leaving the public consciousness, and soon people start forgetting about them. I accumulated some movies that I adore but seldom hear anyone talk about anymore, even though everyone did when they were released.

Candyman

Tony Todd is a horror legend, and that is mostly thanks to this movie. Still I don’t think I’ve heard anyone talk about Candyman in years. The story is very similar to the Bloody Mary myth. Walk up to a mirror, say Candyman five times and he will appear. He’ll also attack and kill anyone around you.

What makes this movie great is that it’s not your typical slasher story. Maybe Candyman doesn’t even exist; maybe it was all in the main characters head, and she is killing all these people. Who knows? But that’s what makes this movie great.

Adding to that are great visuals and some very graphic scenes. Also of course Tony Todd as the titular Candyman.

Damn I said it five times. Now he is coming to get me…

The Girl Next Door

Based on a book by Jack Ketchum that is based on a true event, The Girl Next Door is about a girl who was held captive and abused by her aunt and cousins. It really got into the minds of a lot of people. Everyone was talking about it because of the brutality. Then silence.

This movie is really good at keeping you on the edge. From the beginning you realize that something is not right. And when we finally reach the point of no return, the movie does not pull any punches.

It is well shot, well acted and has an intriguing story. Still, since the release no one ever mentioned it.

Not this version though. Source.

Martyrs

French Horror movie Martyrs

Another movie mostly mentioned for its brutality, Martyrs is about a girl who wants revenge. After fleeing torture, she comes back years later to confront and kill her tormentors. But she is still haunted by her past.

It’s French, and some people might not like subtitles, but you should push passed this and watch it anyway. It’s scary, horrible and awesome all at the same time. And in the end it makes you think,,not just about what you just saw, but also about philosophy and religion.

As with The Girl Next Door, it was celebrated for its brutality and scares, but quickly forgotten about. Even the bad remake could not really get the talk going again.

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Sweeney Todd

Horror Musical Sweeney Todd

Not the scariest movie on this list, not the greatest musical of all time, but one of the best horror musicals for sure. Sweeney Todd is about the Demon Barber of Fleet Street. He was done wrong by the people of London, and now he comes back to take revenge.

Tim Burton’s style makes this movie. He is great in these gothic-settings, and what is more gothic than Victorian England? The songs are catchy, the acting is good and there is actually quite a bit of blood and gore.

How many horror musicals are there? Maybe two? So the least we can do is talk a bit more about this recent, big budget production.

Horror musical sweeney todd

Final Destination

Even though the sequels went a bit crazy, Final Destination is still a great movie and should be a classic.

Horror movie final destination

A teenager has a vision of his whole class dying in a plane explosion on their trip to Paris. When he panics, he and a few others are forced off the plane. Then the plane really explodes. The group of teenagers (and one attractive young teacher) all cheated death. And now Death is coming back to get them.

Final Destination was such a fun time with a great idea: death coming to get you while making it look like an accident. But after the fifth movie was released, talk about them quickly died down. I think it’s still one of the great horror movies that should not be forgotten.

horror explosion in Final Destination

Maybe you’ve heard of these movies. Hopefully all of them. But you should really talk more about these movies. Maybe re-watch one of them tonight? Have fun.

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

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The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

Winnie the Pooh Poohniverse

The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

David Dastmalchian in Late Night with the Devil

The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

Rotten Tomatoes score as of 3/28/2024

Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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