This movie has been on my mind since I watched it yesterday. Right up front, I don’t think I’ve seen anything like this film nor have this sensory experience either. Let’s talk about Blood Machines. Blood Machines, a sequel to the music video Turbo Killer, is a cosmic scifi, horror opera that is about machines... Continue Reading →
SoH Reviews: The Hell House Series
The franchise Hell House is a found footage docu-like series found on Shudder. It’s also on Amazon Prime but I think the first one is readily available? I don’t know. I watched all 3 in a very short amount of time so the viewings and thoughts are pretty fresh. Spoilers ahead? Kind of. Let's talk... Continue Reading →
Ganja & Hess; The Notes Edition
Title: Ganja + Hess Director(s): Bill Gunn Year: 1973 Producer(s): Chiz Schultz Starring: Duane Jones, Marlene Clark and Bill Gunn There are 3 Parts: Victim, Survival, Live - Stabbed 3x in the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost - References to black culture/black church culture - Our introduction to Hess (Jones)... Continue Reading →
SoH Reviews: Digging Up the Marrow
I wasn’t going to write a little review about this movie. However, it’s been a hectic week and I didn’t have the energy to put too much effort into anything but reviews are quick to do, especially while still fresh in the mind. Today’s review is a film that is available on Shudder, and beware... Continue Reading →
Terrified & Don’t Leave Home: A Double Review
I’ve never done a double review post before but I have been watching some really cool horror films lately through Shudder and we’re gonna talk about it. I won’t give away MOST spoilers in case you might want to check them out yourself and I really hope you will. One film is taking place in... Continue Reading →
SoH Reviews: Crystal Lake Memories
I love documentaries. I love commentary. I just love hearing and learning about people’s experiences, especially in film and television. Now, it has taken me this long to watch this documentary, mostly because of time and until I got Shudder, I probably wouldn't have found the time to watch. I am talking about Crystal Lake... Continue Reading →
SoH Reviews: Horror Noire
This documentary is the reason why I wanted to get Shudder. I remember seeing the countless ads and trailers for it on youtube and of course my interest was sparked. As someone who is a) a horror fan, b) a black woman and c) a film and history fan, this documentary spoke to me, educated... Continue Reading →
