Month: March 2025

  • Horror Comedy: The Importance of Laughing through the Pain

    Horror Comedy: The Importance of Laughing through the Pain

    At my recent trip to Mad Monster Party, I was a bit surprised to hear so many of the professional guests talk about horror comedy as their current preferred genre. They also talked about the importance of lightness and positivity in entertainment.  The three newly released horror comedies this year have received positive critical reception.  While none of them…

  • The Blob (1958): Maybe the Kids Were Right

    The Blob (1958): Maybe the Kids Were Right

    Lately, I’ve been in the mood for classic horror, and it doesn’t get much more retro than The Blob.  From the campy opening theme, to the fear of things from beyond, and the focus on youth, The Blob is a perfect sci-fi/horror time capsule. But how well does this 66-year-old vintage film hold up? Production History: Originally titled “The Molten…