Tag: nostalgia

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14
Apr
2023

10 of the Best Renfield Portrayals (Film and Television)

With Renfield (2023) coming out in theaters today, Sam Moore thought it would be fun to look at the actors who’ve played the iconic role in the past and rank them. There have been many, but Sam’s narrowed the list down to their Top 10 Renfield portrayals, from Worst to Best! (Did YOUR favorite make the list??)

Top Horror Film Locations
12
Aug
2022

Top Locations Where Horror Movies Have Been Filmed in the US

Frank Moraes shares six of the top locations where horror movies have been filmed in the United States. Have you visited any of these historic locales?

03
Jun
2022

Podcast Episode 20: Actor Daniel Roebuck Shares His History with the Horror Genre and How He Became Rob Zombie’s Grandpa Munster

Actor Daniel Roebuck, Grandpa Munster in Rob Zombie’s The Munsters, catches up with his pal Lauren Spear sharing EXCLUSIVE stories! A veteran of the horror genre, Dan Roebuck has portrayed memorable characters in films, shows, plays, video games, and was even a clown in the circus!

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06
May
2022

13 Horror Movie Musicals to Add to Your Watch/Play List

If your reaction to “What’s your favorite horror movie musical?” was “There are horror musicals?!?” then my list of 13 musical horror movies is about to change your life. Enjoy!

27
Apr
2022

Podcast Episode 19: Rob Tharp Shares His Memories Doing Special FX Work for Class of 1999

Horror special FX artist Rob Tharp shares his memories (and his exclusive photos!) from his time spent working on effects for Mark Lester’s Class of 1999 — the sequel to Class of 1984 (shown on season 3 of The Last Drive-In with Joe Bob Briggs).

15
Apr
2022

Podcast Episode 18: “Kids” Horror Movies (That Aren’t for Kids!)

HorrorFam.com Podcast host Lauren Spear shares her thoughts on one of her favorite horror movie subgenres: “Kids” horror movies that are NOT for kids! Do you have any faves in this “who the heck was this made for?” category of film? Let us know in the comments!

Halloween III: Season of the Witch trick or treating
22
Oct
2020

Halloween III: Season of the Witch 30+ Years Later

October is the perfect time to watch 1982’s Halloween III: Season of the Witch! Take a look back on this fun horror oddity for its annivesary (10/22/1982).

06
Jun
2020

Weird Fiction: A Truly FUN Horror Anthology Movie!

Weird Fiction is “Goosebumps for grown-ups” and Christi Bandy digs it! Read her review of this low-budget indie’s loving send-up to vintage horror.

23
May
2020

Podcast Episode 10: FRANK SPEAR — Writer, Husband, and HORROR Fan!

Co-founder Frank Spear joined his wife to chat about growing up loving the horror genre, modern versus classic horror movies, horror video games, and zoooooombies!

Forry Ackerman with Cathy Tharp and her daughter Lauren
08
May
2020

Horror Friends Are the Best Friends: Here’s Why!

Are people who love the horror genre more empathetic, more creative, and more equipped to handle a crisis? Absolutely. Why? Read the article!

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04
May
2020

9 Glasses-Wearing Horror Characters You Can Cosplay As

Need a glasses-friendly Halloween costume or cosplay? Check out these nine glasses-wearing horror characters for inspiration!

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30
Mar
2020

Corn Syrup and Latex: A Love Letter to Practical Effects

Christi Bandy shares her undying love for practical special effects in horror movies! Do you miss the good old days too…?