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1 week ago

The Most Unhinged Psychological Thriller of 2024 Is a Secret Monster Movie

Heretic cleverly blends comedy and horror, showcasing Hugh Grant as a charming yet sinister figure who tests the faith of two young missionaries.
from Washington Post
2 months ago

Review | One warning about in-law thriller 'The Front Room': It's best to stay out

The film lacks engaging content despite efforts to encourage an interactive viewing experience.

The Most Unhinged Psychological Thriller of 2024 Is a Secret Monster Movie

Heretic cleverly blends comedy and horror, showcasing Hugh Grant as a charming yet sinister figure who tests the faith of two young missionaries.

Review | One warning about in-law thriller 'The Front Room': It's best to stay out

The film lacks engaging content despite efforts to encourage an interactive viewing experience.
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The 25 best new horror movies of 2024 (so far)

'Lisa Frankenstein' initially flopped, but its streaming success underscores its potential as a cult classic, blending horror and humor effectively.
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from Vulture
1 week ago
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Teeth Is Back and Biting Harder

Teeth is a campy musical adaptation that invites audiences to enjoy its absurdity and humor without taking the horror too seriously.

Listen to 'Teeth' From the Musical Teeth

The new musical 'Teeth' is based on the 2007 horror-comedy film of the same name about a teenage girl with vaginal teeth.
The song 'Teeth' is performed by the 'Promise Keeper Girls' and serves as a peak horror moment in the narrative of the musical.

Teeth Is Back and Biting Harder

Teeth is a campy musical adaptation that invites audiences to enjoy its absurdity and humor without taking the horror too seriously.

Listen to 'Teeth' From the Musical Teeth

The new musical 'Teeth' is based on the 2007 horror-comedy film of the same name about a teenage girl with vaginal teeth.
The song 'Teeth' is performed by the 'Promise Keeper Girls' and serves as a peak horror moment in the narrative of the musical.
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#halloween

Celebrate Halloween with 20 of our favorite horror comedies

Horror comedy merges funny elements with horror themes, showcasing a distinct blend of humor and scares in storytelling.

Fran Kranz Reflects on 'Bloodsucking Bastards': An Undead 'Office Space' Worth Reviving

IndieWire After Dark showcases horror films like 'Bloodsucking Bastards,' blending parody and horror while celebrating indie cinema's unique approach to storytelling.

Celebrate Halloween with 20 of our favorite horror comedies

Horror comedy merges funny elements with horror themes, showcasing a distinct blend of humor and scares in storytelling.

Fran Kranz Reflects on 'Bloodsucking Bastards': An Undead 'Office Space' Worth Reviving

IndieWire After Dark showcases horror films like 'Bloodsucking Bastards,' blending parody and horror while celebrating indie cinema's unique approach to storytelling.
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#scary-movie

'Scary Movie' is back, and fans want to know which films will be parodied and if the original cast will return. Here's what we know.

The Wayans brothers are reuniting to create a new 'Scary Movie' sequel, returning to their roots in the horror-comedy genre.

Scary Movie 6 is in the works - hopefully without the puerile gay jokes this time

The Wayans brothers are rebooting the Scary Movie franchise after a 23-year hiatus, set to release Scary Movie 6 in 2025.

'Scary Movie' is back, and fans want to know which films will be parodied and if the original cast will return. Here's what we know.

The Wayans brothers are reuniting to create a new 'Scary Movie' sequel, returning to their roots in the horror-comedy genre.

Scary Movie 6 is in the works - hopefully without the puerile gay jokes this time

The Wayans brothers are rebooting the Scary Movie franchise after a 23-year hiatus, set to release Scary Movie 6 in 2025.
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'Happy Death Day 3' May Never Come Out - But There's a Silver Lining

Christopher Landon expresses uncertainty about the future of Happy Death Day 3, leaving fans hopeful yet apprehensive.

Bruce Campbell on Hysteria!' and Why the Satanic Panic Never Ended

Bruce Campbell returns to television in 'Hysteria!', mirroring societal issues of the 1980s satanic panic with a humorous twist.

This Ghoulish Ghost Tour Around London Is Guaranteed To Scare You Silly

The Ghost Bus Tour in London offers a unique combination of horror, comedy, and history, perfect for exploring the city's haunted landmarks.

Breaking Down the Mind-Bending Ending of Netflix Horror It's What's Inside

The film presents a unique twist on body-swapping by having friends willingly trade places, resulting in comedic yet dark outcomes.
from Creative Bloq
1 month ago

The Rumours film poster is pure chaos (and I love it)

Rumours' motion poster creatively blends tabloid aesthetics and playful elements, challenging traditional film poster norms with its chaotic yet intriguing design.

Sleep Is a Near-Perfect Horror Comedy

"Sleep" explores the complexities of marriage through a horror-comedy lens, highlighting challenges that arise from trust and fear in relationships.

TIFF 2024: Dead Talents Society, Else, Dead Mail | Festivals & Awards | Roger Ebert

'Dead Talents Society' cleverly marries humor and horror, exploring generational anxieties and societal pressures through a ghostly lens.

George Romero And Stephen King's Classic Horror Anthology Creepshow Gets 4K Limited-Edition Release

New limited edition 4K Blu-ray of Creepshow available at discounted price with unique steelbook case.
Creepshow remains a classic horror-comedy film holding up well over 40 years later.
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Your migrant ate my dog, says America's gory far right

Peter Jackson's 'Braindead' revolutionized the horror-comedy genre, becoming a cult classic despite its extreme gore.

Y2K Trailer: Superbad Meets Terminator

Y2K blends disaster horror with comedy, exploring a fictional tech collapse from the millennium transition.
The film features a notable cast and is set for release on December 6th, 2024.

Your migrant ate my dog, says America's gory far right

Peter Jackson's 'Braindead' revolutionized the horror-comedy genre, becoming a cult classic despite its extreme gore.

Y2K Trailer: Superbad Meets Terminator

Y2K blends disaster horror with comedy, exploring a fictional tech collapse from the millennium transition.
The film features a notable cast and is set for release on December 6th, 2024.
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#beetlejuice

Hot Toys Unveils Incredible 1/6 Scale Beetlejuice Figure to Celebrate 2024 Sequel | stupidDOPE

The Beetlejuice 1/6 Scale Figure celebrates the character's legacy with detailed craftsmanship and is perfectly timed for the upcoming film sequel.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice review Tim Burton has fun with pleasingly idiosyncratic sequel

Tim Burton successfully revives the Beetlejuice franchise, remaining true to its original's eccentricity while incorporating new elements.

Why Is Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice a Hero Now? He's a Villain!

Beetlejuice, once a terrifying character, has transformed into a lovable antihero over the years, reflecting broader changes in character portrayal in sequels.

How Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Connects to the Original Movie

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' revives Tim Burton's classic with Winona Ryder leading a new story filled with dark humor and family dynamics.
The film is expected to perform well at the box office, opening up to $80 million.

What to watch with your kids: 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and more

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' blends humor and horror, appealing to teens with its grotesque antics and relatable themes of loss.
The film features a return of original characters and introduces new dynamics with the next generation.

Does "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" Have a Post-Credits Scene?

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice reunites Michael Keaton and Tim Burton after 30 years, blending nostalgia with new characters in a horror-comedy sequel.

Hot Toys Unveils Incredible 1/6 Scale Beetlejuice Figure to Celebrate 2024 Sequel | stupidDOPE

The Beetlejuice 1/6 Scale Figure celebrates the character's legacy with detailed craftsmanship and is perfectly timed for the upcoming film sequel.

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice review Tim Burton has fun with pleasingly idiosyncratic sequel

Tim Burton successfully revives the Beetlejuice franchise, remaining true to its original's eccentricity while incorporating new elements.

Why Is Michael Keaton's Beetlejuice a Hero Now? He's a Villain!

Beetlejuice, once a terrifying character, has transformed into a lovable antihero over the years, reflecting broader changes in character portrayal in sequels.

How Beetlejuice Beetlejuice Connects to the Original Movie

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' revives Tim Burton's classic with Winona Ryder leading a new story filled with dark humor and family dynamics.
The film is expected to perform well at the box office, opening up to $80 million.

What to watch with your kids: 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' and more

'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' blends humor and horror, appealing to teens with its grotesque antics and relatable themes of loss.
The film features a return of original characters and introduces new dynamics with the next generation.

Does "Beetlejuice Beetlejuice" Have a Post-Credits Scene?

Beetlejuice Beetlejuice reunites Michael Keaton and Tim Burton after 30 years, blending nostalgia with new characters in a horror-comedy sequel.
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#a24-films

Strong performances highlight the scary (and funny) 'The Front Room'

The Front Room offers a fresh take on the mother-in-law trope, blending horror with dark humor.

A24's 'Y2K' has teens battling old-school computers and bloodthirsty Tamagotchis

A24's Y2K combines 90s teen comedy and horror by depicting a New Year's Eve where computers attack humanity.

Strong performances highlight the scary (and funny) 'The Front Room'

The Front Room offers a fresh take on the mother-in-law trope, blending horror with dark humor.

A24's 'Y2K' has teens battling old-school computers and bloodthirsty Tamagotchis

A24's Y2K combines 90s teen comedy and horror by depicting a New Year's Eve where computers attack humanity.
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The 11 Best Movies and TV Shows to Watch This Weekend

The long-awaited sequel to Beetlejuice features original stars and a captivating new story, promising entertainment after years of anticipation.

'The Becomers' Review: 'Body Snatchers' Marries 'The Lovebirds' in Zach Clark's Alien Rom-Com

Alien love story intertwined with horror and comedy, exploring grief through identity and transformation.

Sabrina Carpenter and Jenna Ortega trade bloody blows in new video for "Taste"

Sabrina Carpenter's new album, Short n' Sweet, includes the horror-themed music video for "Taste" starring Jenna Ortega, emphasizing humor amidst graphic violence.

27 Years Later, a Cult Classic '90s Thriller Is Making a Surprising Comeback

A reimagining of Anaconda is in the works, featuring a self-aware, humorous take on the original's premise.
The film will combine humor and thrills with a meta-narrative involving mid-life crises and remaking a classic.

With Lethal Company and Content Warning, video games might have finally nailed the horror comedy

Horror genre is diverse with sub-categories like horror comedy.
Comedy in horror helps in heightening scares temporarily.
Video games are starting to explore the horror comedy genre more with titles like Lethal Company and Content Warning.
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