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Dead of Night is a criminally overlooked horror outing from acclaimed filmmaker Bob Clark.

Dead of Night (1974) is Poignant Memorial Day Horror

Bob Clark's 1974 film Dead of Night (a.k.a Deathdream) is a zombie movie unlike any other — with a message that still resounds today.

Joe Dante's Homecoming (2005) doesn't even *try* to mask its political intentions.

Homecoming is Joe Dante’s Hidden Masterpiece

Joe Dante's Masters of Horror outing Homecoming from 2005 definitely deserves a rewatch — and maybe some deeper contemplation.

Walpurgis Night (1935) is an underrated thriller that feels weirdly relevant today.

Walpurgis Night (1935) Was WAY Ahead of its Time

"Walpurgis Night" from 1935 is a Swedish thriller that feels WAY ahead of its time.

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Horror Has Always Been Political. Get Over it.

Over the years, the horror genre has adapted and grown. Whether good, bad, or indifferent, there’s no preventing its evolution. The new millennium has afforded a new group of filmmakers the oppo...

They Live

They Live Is Still Just as Relevant 35-Years Later

Socioeconomic disparity, unemployment,  oppressive government and police violence. No, I am not talking about the world today. I am talking about John Carpenters seminal classic They Live. Celebr...

Red Christmas is Colorful Holiday Chaos [The Rabid Dog’s House]

The Rabid Dog’s House is a recurring feature at Wicked Horror where contributor Justin Steele uncovers hidden gems, lost classics, and overlooked indie offerings with a little bite. Flying...

Purge 3 - Poster for James DeMonaco's The Purge.

Are You Ready for The Purge 3?

[soliloquy id=”9262″] Deadline is reporting that The Purge franchise is going to see  a third installment. With the second film grossing over $100 Million at the g...

Poster for James DeMonaco's The Purge: Anarchy.

The Purge: Anarchy is Slated for An October DVD Release

[soliloquy id=”9262″] After a successful box office run, Universal Home Entertainment has announced that The Purge: Anarchy is headed for DVD and Blu-ray next month. The James De...