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4/5
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1000 Women in Horror
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...even more intriguing was seeing many of the women who create horror. As in the writers, directors, and producers. All of them are key to the horror movies being made, so we can enjoy them. They all deserve recognition, and this Shudder documentary...
Posted Mar 20, 2026
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4/5
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Project Hail Mary
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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A truly epic adventure about friendship and science with Ryan Gosling at his most charming and endearing. Don’t think the 157-minute runtime means this is slow-burn, because it definitely isn’t.
Posted Mar 19, 2026
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3/5
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Dead Lover
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...I admit I was torn. On the one hand, it’s made with passion and full of weird and quirky elements, which I do love. However, on the other hand, I wanted it to utilize the film medium more. And yet, that’s clearly on me and not...
Posted Mar 18, 2026
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3/5
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A Desert
(2024)
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Karina Adelgaard
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A DESERT is a horror thriller that evolved and surprised in ways I never anticipated. Sure, it’s slow-burn and character-driven for much of the runtime, but it never gets boring.
Posted Mar 17, 2026
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3/5
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The Gates
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Yes, you can enjoy it "simply" as a story about three young men trying to survive a bad situation, where a crazy killer is after them. However, that makes it sound like a very generic genre production, and I think The Gates offers more than that. And I...
Posted Mar 12, 2026
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3/5
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Slanted
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...a coming-of-age body horror dramedy that hits hard. Damn hard! Not only does this genre-mix have a great cast, but it also offers a very simple sci-fi-driven premise that works perfectly. A movie that offers a touch of...
Posted Mar 11, 2026
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3/5
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Bodycam
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...doesn’t run on for too long and manages to keep its audience engaged throughout. Personally, I both like the supernatural elements and feel it could have been strong without them. That’s just a personal preference and shouldn’t keep...
Posted Mar 09, 2026
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3/5
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War Machine
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...it delivers everything you would expect, which is good. Especially if you just want to be entertained on a Friday night. Fortunately, for anyone wanting something a little deeper, it also allows for its heroes to have struggles.
Posted Mar 06, 2026
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3/5
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The Girl Inside the Photograph
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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The acting is good, the story is interesting and engaging, plus the horror elements hit hard. There are just too many slow moments, and as much as I enjoy slow-burning and character-driven movies, this one would’ve improved greatly with some tough cuts.
Posted Mar 06, 2026
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4/5
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THE BRIDE!
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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If you’re ready for a movie that encompasses dark comedy, dark romance, horror, sci-fi, and even psychological drama, then this is for you. You won’t be truly ready for The Bride, but she’s ready for you.
Posted Mar 05, 2026
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4/5
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Heel (The Good Boy)
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...I loved how the storyline kept evolving in ways that kept you guessing. Always showing more of each character and allowing the audience to see the bigger picture.
Posted Mar 02, 2026
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3/5
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In the Blink of an Eye
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...sci-fi drama about life, the power of connection, and overcoming obstacles. While it has gotten a very harsh reception from most critics, I am very happy to recommend it. It’s ultimately a feel-good sci-fi story about humanity.
Posted Feb 27, 2026
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4/5
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Scream 7
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...I love that Neve Campbell is back front and center as Sidney Prescott. Sure, there are still younger characters, but this time, it really is all about Sidney… and what she will do when her family is threatened
Posted Feb 26, 2026
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3/5
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In Cold Light
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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If you want to watch this genre-mix as "just" an action-thriller, then you can. Personally, I felt it was strong precisely due to its core story that focused on very real issues faced by many people trapped in a bad situation.
Posted Feb 25, 2026
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3/5
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Crazy Old Lady
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...a very uncomfortable watch in many ways. Whether your weak spot is old people being confused and increasingly weird, actual torture, or just getting to the bottom of a mystery, this horror movie will touch on all of these!
Posted Feb 24, 2026
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3/5
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My Sister's Bones
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...while the adaptation works for me, I can’t help but think it could have been even better. Those twists and reveals in the final act are extremely powerful and almost become rushed, which is a real shame.
Posted Feb 23, 2026
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3/5
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Firebreak
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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If you enjoy a solid psychological thriller and want to guess along, but don’t expect to guess everything, then Firebreak is for you. Overall, this Netflix thriller delivers on everything I expected, but...
Posted Feb 20, 2026
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4/5
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Redux Redux
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Redux Redux was actually a movie I had fairly high expectations for, but it was much better. Mostly due to the character-driven story and the very humane approach to revenge.
Posted Feb 19, 2026
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3/5
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This Is Not a Test
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Anyone who enjoys a good zombie movie should absolutely check out This Is Not a Test. This is not my favorite zombie movie, but it’s one I will gladly recommend to anyone who likes zombie movies.
Posted Feb 18, 2026
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2/5
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The Mortuary Assistant
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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I was completely on board at first, but then it lost me. It dragged on for far too long, and it wasn’t long before I had a good idea of where this was heading. The casting works well, which is certainly a redeeming factor.
Posted Feb 13, 2026
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4/5
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Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON’T DIE is a new genre hybrid that I cannot wait to watch again. The details in the story are amazing, especially thanks to the performance of Sam Rockwell as a time traveler who looks a lot like a...
Posted Feb 11, 2026
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3/5
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Honey Bunch
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...a very quirky and strangely sinister vibe that evolves in unexpected and truly amazing ways. During the first half, I wasn’t entirely hooked on this genre-bending movie, but by the final half, it had completely won me over.
Posted Feb 10, 2026
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3/5
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Mimics
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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MIMICS is a horror-comedy that hits hard and gets extremely dark with its ventriloquist storyline. If you’re a fan of genre-hybrids and prefer it served with a story featuring an important...
Posted Feb 10, 2026
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2/5
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The Huntsman
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...Elizabeth Mitchell is the reason to watch The Huntsman, which is interesting if you miss the clues given along the way. Also, Garret Dillahunt and Jessy Schram deliver good performances, while Shawn Ashmore is given a lead role with...
Posted Feb 09, 2026
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4/5
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Diabolic
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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DIABOLIC is a new horror movie that you do not want to miss out on. It offers a terrifying look at the horrors of fundamentalism. Ultimately, it’s both heartbreaking and scary as hell. With a runtime of 95 minutes, it hits that perfect sweet spot of...
Posted Feb 05, 2026
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2/5
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Twisted
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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TWISTED is a new horror-thriller from Darren Lynn Bousman, who still seems to believe he’s making a SAW movie. He certainly uses the exact same shots and cuts as he did for those. Other than that, the storyline and pacing are quite...
Posted Feb 04, 2026
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3/5
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The Investigation of Lucy Letby
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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... watching a Netflix true crime documentary like this is tough. It’s about the untimely and shocking deaths of many newborn babies, which IS a hard watch. And it is so very easy to get angry at Lucy Letby for not reacting as you may...
Posted Feb 04, 2026
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3/5
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The Arborist
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...starts really well but loses a lot of momentum in its second half. Maybe even too much?! I’m surprisingly torn about how to view this movie as a whole. So much is done right that I feel I have to honor that, while also pointing out the flaws.
Posted Feb 03, 2026
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2/5
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Dracula
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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DRACULA: A LOVE TALE is Luc Besson’s take on the iconic Gothic novel by Bram Stoker. And also, it’s a new take on about three previously released movies, which Luc Besson borrows heavily from. So much so that I feel he...
Posted Feb 03, 2026
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4/5
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We Bury the Dead
(2024)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...one of the most eerily realistic and relatable post-apocalyptic zombie movies in recent times. If you’re a fan of dystopian horror with a strong psychological thriller driver, where zombies are very much a part of the story as well, then...
Posted Feb 02, 2026
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4/5
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Sweetness
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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SWEETNESS is a new idol obsession thriller that goes full horror before the end credits hit you. It manages to pull you in while delivering one unexpected escalation after another.
Posted Jan 30, 2026
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4/5
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Cold Storage
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Most of the characters have much more depth than what you usually see, and even with a runtime just shy of 100 minutes, we get to know them. Also, the comedy is dark and full of satire, which always speaks to my...
Posted Jan 30, 2026
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3/5
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Grizzly Night
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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GRIZZLY NIGHT is a survival thriller based on true events that happened in 1967. This is a well-paced and brutal movie with a character-driven story about several tragic...
Posted Jan 29, 2026
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3/5
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Animale
(2024)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...I actually think it has far broader appeal than you would expect. At heart, it is a revenge story about a woman navigating a deeply male-dominated environment, surrounded by...
Posted Jan 28, 2026
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4/5
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Untitled Home Invasion Romance
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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This movie is well-paced, it’s funny, brutally violent, and remains very character-driven throughout. I can’t ask for much more from a comedy-thriller with action and a mystery that results in...
Posted Jan 27, 2026
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3/5
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Delivery Run
(2024)
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Karina Adelgaard
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This isn’t a new masterpiece within its niche, but it is an entertaining and well-paced movie, so do check it out.
Posted Jan 27, 2026
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4/5
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Send Help
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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With Send Help, we’re getting so much of what I love in genre-hybrids. Dark comedy, psychological horror, and thriller elements, plus a few great twists along the way.
Posted Jan 26, 2026
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3/5
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New Fear's Eve
(2023)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Made in an unapologetic B-movie style full of love for the genre. So many pop culture references, not least via character names, which means you need to pay attention. This is a great example that something can be greater than...
Posted Jan 23, 2026
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2/5
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Mercy
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Mercy (2026) is entertaining enough, I suppose, but I could also watch a mediocre TV series and be just as entertained. Still, I’m sure it’ll do fine in theaters. Not least due to the dystopian story, which is only too relatable.
Posted Jan 22, 2026
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1/5
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Return to Silent Hill
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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Fans of the video game will probably enjoy being able to sit back and watch this familiar world play out. However, I have to review Return to Silent Hill in terms of how good a movie it is. And it is not a good movie. It’s a movie that is...
Posted Jan 21, 2026
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4/5
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Kidnapped: Elizabeth Smart
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...honest, heartfelt, powerful, and extremely important. Both for the Smart family and with the purpose of helping other survivors feel seen and understood.
Posted Jan 21, 2026
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4/5
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The Calling Witch
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...a home invasion plot that centers on a story about a witch. That’s the very brief description, but the actual story surprises as it goes much deeper than that. It’s also a lot darker than I ever expected, which makes it hit hard. In all the right ways!
Posted Jan 20, 2026
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4/5
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Mother of Flies
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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As always, the acting from this family is stellar, the story is strong and organic, and the special effects work perfectly. I am, once again, in awe of what this family brings to the world of horror movies – and folk horror based in nature, in particular.
Posted Jan 19, 2026
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3/5
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Kaishaku
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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KAISHAKU is a new supernatural horror movie that has a lot going for it. From the mystery of the supernatural element to the very realistic horror-drama of trauma. This is an indie (which means low-budget) production, but the...
Posted Jan 19, 2026
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3/5
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Infirmary
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...efficient in its execution, even if the story itself is rather small. Then again, with a character-driven story, you can focus on a smaller story and let the character play a bigger role. It certainly works for Infirmary.
Posted Jan 19, 2026
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2/5
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Night Patrol
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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On paper, this movie should be right up my alley. Even the cast is full of actors I enjoy watching on my screen. And the cast still works, but the actual movie didn’t work. Not very well, anyway.
Posted Jan 16, 2026
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3/5
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28 Years Later: The Bone Temple
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...darker and more sinister than any of the previous movies in the entire 28 Days Later franchise. If you thought the soldiers from the original 2002 movie were bad, then you’re about to see an even more depraved side of human nature.
Posted Jan 15, 2026
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3/5
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Dust Bunny
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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...don’t let the cutesy beginning fool you. Before it’s all over, there are moments of rather brutal horror. Still set in this colorful and fascinating world, not unlike some of the previous works written by Bryan Fuller.
Posted Jan 14, 2026
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3/5
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A Useful Ghost
(2025)
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Karina Adelgaard
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It’s very much a ghost story, but one that manages to also revolve around a love story, a new meet-cute romance, and a very serious social commentary. Sounds like quite a lot for one movie, I know, and it...
Posted Jan 12, 2026
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3/5
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Death Name
(2026)
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Karina Adelgaard
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A very efficient plot with a family curse at the heart of it all, and a well-executed story rooted in heritage and the need to fit in. Definitely a solid production and worth checking out.
Posted Jan 09, 2026
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