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Dailies
Today’s word of the day? “Hysteria.”
On the 5th anniversary of the finale, a terrific tribute to Noah Hawley’s Marvel show.
Today’s daily quotation is from Noah Hawley.
Preview for Noah Hawley’s TV adaptation of the Marvel Comics character.
Reviews
A genius idea that may have been better as a short instead underwhelms in its current form.
A rousing film that defies expectations and formalism to create a tremendously impressive experience.
Eli Roth’s latest is a delightful slasher, though suffers from the same pitfalls as its ‘80s predecessors.
Discourse + Delusions
Film nerd camp is about to be underway once again—let's look at some of the movies playing at the festival!
Born from comic books…yet something distinctly different, Legion was always a unique show.
Slices of life rendered beautifully in this poignant television series.
On its anniversary, a look at Nicolas Cage’s descent into Hell in pursuit of the truth.
The 1989 horror comedy is another classic from director Joe Dante.
On its anniversary, a look at the true stars of Brian Helgeland’s crime film.
The 1988 holiday classic may be upsetting to some, but it’s incredibly comforting to others.
A John Hughes-penned holiday classic deserves to be rediscovered.
JUST BEFORE DAWN and RANDOM ACTS OF VIOLENCE are excellent slashers and brilliant genre commentary.
John McTiernan’s 2003 film is overlooked far too often.
Stream Warriors
Streaming recommendations from the Neon Splatter staff for the week ending April 21, 2023.
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Added To Watchlist
Your new favorite screwball horror comedy.
Check out Ben Wheatley’s dark deranged road trip romcom.
There’s a lot of brilliant subversion in this horror comedy cult classic.
High school angst meets lycanthropy in this ‘80s classic.
Sam Raimi’s gothic superhero is due for a revival.
The 1977 animated film is an exercise in inner child care.
Brad Milne on Laura Steinel’s comedy that uses formula to great effect.
The macabre microbe horror deserves a bigger fanbase.
Takashi Miike brought his gonzo ways to a great samurai tale.
The seasonal horror film that works year round.
The classic ‘70s animated parable remains just as vital and weird today.
The exploitation classic deftly defies men, police, and expectations.
15 years later, the film remains a groundbreaking, horrific found footage story of love.
My Mixtape’s A Masterpiece
The soundtrack for a particularly evil Halloween night.
A soundtrack to an auspicious day for a teen in the year 2000.
An assembly of songs perfect for the vibe of a beach episode of a beloved TV show.
Alexis Collazo presents 12 summertime jams from back in the day.
Soundtrack to a short story about a typical weekend day from yesteryear.
Soundtrack to sibling rivalry amid an arcade marathon…
The perfect soundtrack for raising the Elder God.
12 melancholy songs about being in love.
A soundtrack for the ultimate sleepover.
An assembly of 12 gonzo tracks with even crazier lyrics.
Vito Nusret’s tribute to the recently deceased Angelo Badalamenti.
A collection of great Christmas songs from decades of not-always-as-great TV specials and episodes.
Alexis M. Collazo assembles 12 tracks from various supergroups and musicians’ side projects.
Brooke Pollock assembles 12 of her favorite tracks that speak to her inner core.
Monstrous Matchups
Two stories of horrific struggle from different ends of the dysmorphic spectrum.
Two summer camp slashers pair perfectly together.
Two thrilling tales of isolation, paranoia, and terror with a new novel and a classic film.
Two stories of urban legends with tragic pasts becoming cursed figures that haunt the present.
Two terrifying tales of danger lurking beneath the big city.
Two stories of women plunged into darkness and confronted by monsters both inhuman and personal.
Two tales of demented dwellings to affright audiences.
I Dig Movies
How the family film puts the flame to pervasive, racist historical myths.
An oft-overlooked baseball comedy provides surprising insight into Japanese society.
Civilization isn’t just a matter of technology as PREY continues Predator’s themes on internal fortitude.
Wading through history, racist tropes, and adventure set pieces makes the film a complicated bit of fun.
Historical accuracy and profundity can come from the most unlikeliest of places.
A look at the rebellious spirit born on the seas whose legends are carried forward by the wind of storytelling.
The 1994 Jim Carrey hit isn't based on a specific mask, but many artifacts allowed people to hide and reveal one's true self.
Stephen Sommers’ film is a fun adventure romp filled with charm…but also reflective of an antiquated era.
How the sequel navigates the intricacies of Okinawa’s culture in the ‘80s.
Folklore Fridays
Just in time for the big day, why do we send Valentines to people at all?
Writer/Director Gabriel Bier Gislason’s horror/romance puts the spotlight on some lesser known Jewish folklore.
What we talk about when we talk about excellent days for an exorcism.
The ancient mythical creature was a source of terror…but maybe because it’s more of a reflection.
With Norse mythology popping up in genre films and TV, a look at one particular legend that remains a creepy mystery.
The highly influential tokusatsu franchise was itself inspired by classic Shinto tales.
Mummies’ tombs get otherworldly protection from an unusual figure from folklore.
The many ways rabbits have shown up in regional legends, and then transitioned to pop entertainment.
This ancient figure has been a feminist icon, a terrifying demon, and everything in between. Please allow Mary Kay to introduce you to this fascinating mythic legend.
Sometimes the scariest face a monster can wear is no face at all…
Reel To Reel
Logan returns with his merry mutants as his past comes back to haunt him.
The first entry into looking at how Logan’s character progresses through the X-Men movies.
The fourth and final entry (for now) of Woody’s story finds the plasticine cowboy fulfilling his arc.
The third entry finds closure on a character arc, a sinister villain, and a whole lot of audiences crying.
Mortality enters the fray as Woody realizes his time with Andy, and on Earth, is limited.
Looking at Sheriff Woody Pride’s Pride in the first TOY STORY film.
The concluding entry on the character arc of The Bride from the KILL BILL epic.
Khayla McGowan’s inaugural post begins her look at the iconic Bride, created by Uma Thurman and Quentin Tarantino.
Buy Or Die
Celebrate love with this new collection devoted to the devilish doll duo.
Fright-Rags has the genre accessories you need this season.
A collection inspired by Halloween nostalgia produces some incredible designs and merchandise.
Tapes From The Crypt’s collection is as wonderfully bizarre as its cinematic inspiration.
The 1986 metal horror movie gets its spotlight in this slice of sartorial satanic panic.
The genre film merch company helps nerds cosplay as respectable adults.
Jeremy Lowe sits down with Vinny Malave of Cryptic Closet to discuss fear, fandom, and fashion.
Visionaries’ Videographies
The frequent Donald Glover collaborator has made many unforgettably innovative music videos.
Before the 360 degree pans around confusing giant robot fights, Michael Bay began establishing his signature style in music videos.
Some of the earliest works of David Fincher’s accomplished career were his music videos.
Daily Beasts
Joe Dante’s tiny glimpse into our terrifying future.
Killer Style, Killer Dance Moves, Killer Doll
The Full Moon classic proves straight-to-video doesn’t have to be a dirty word.
The powerful anthology includes a terrific segment on killer puppets.
A terrifying dummy haunts this tale of madness starring Anthony Hopkins.
A made-for-TV movie with one nightmarishly memorable doll segment.
How Stuart Gordon’s film lays a path of what might have been (…with Disney?).
In which a child’s doll is a plaything for Evil.
Is the remake an upgrade from the 1988 original?
The tiny terrors take on the Third Reich in this perfect prequel.
Stream Warriors
Streaming recommendations from the Neon Splatter staff for the week ending April 21, 2023.
Streaming recommendations from the Neon Splatter staff for the week ending March 31, 2023.
Lists Of Fury
I’ve Got Issues
Rick Jones tells a story about when Joe Fixit (the gray hulk) fought a mall Santa…who was actually the Rhino in disguise! Holiday hilarity and hitting ensues.
The exciting conclusion to DC Comics BLUE DEVIL issue 20 (1985), "Old Haunts" featuring rock ‘n’ roll, demons, candy, and a bubble shooter.
A man stuck in the costume of a devil dressed like a pirate fights an undead rocker to save his girlfriend and appease a supernatural landlord. I think. Kinda.
The final chapter in the four-part KINGS OF PAIN storyline from 1991 that wraps up in X-Factor Annual 6 with an unexpected conclusion.
Continuing the revisit one of Marvel’s 1991 summer annuals events, KINGS OF PAIN. The New Warriors enter the fray and then it’s a trip over to Muir Island to hang out with (not) The X-Men in this compelling storyline. (Part 2 is in The New Warriors Annual 1 and Part 3 is in The Uncanny X-Men Annual 15)
First of three parts revisiting Marvel’s 1991 summer annuals event, Kings Of Pain. It all starts off with The New Mutants, Annual 7……even though the New Mutants weren't really a thing anymore at this point.
Andy Vanderbilt looks at one of the absolute best Godzilla comics ever made, James Stokoe’s Godzilla: The Half-Century War from IDW.
2021 has delivered an excellent Kaiju-related comic in Ultramega. From James Harren, it’s a funny, gory, and innovative take on tokusatsu stories.
My Mixtape’s A Masterpiece
The soundtrack for a particularly evil Halloween night.
A soundtrack to an auspicious day for a teen in the year 2000.
An assembly of songs perfect for the vibe of a beach episode of a beloved TV show.
Alexis Collazo presents 12 summertime jams from back in the day.
Soundtrack to a short story about a typical weekend day from yesteryear.
Soundtrack to sibling rivalry amid an arcade marathon…
The perfect soundtrack for raising the Elder God.
12 melancholy songs about being in love.
A soundtrack for the ultimate sleepover.
Added To Watchlist
Your new favorite screwball horror comedy.
Check out Ben Wheatley’s dark deranged road trip romcom.
There’s a lot of brilliant subversion in this horror comedy cult classic.
High school angst meets lycanthropy in this ‘80s classic.
Sam Raimi’s gothic superhero is due for a revival.
The 1977 animated film is an exercise in inner child care.
Brad Milne on Laura Steinel’s comedy that uses formula to great effect.
The macabre microbe horror deserves a bigger fanbase.
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A look back at Noah Hawley’s Legion TV series in all its flawed glory, delectable weirdness, and complicated storytelling.