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Video/Arcade Games

Show Them Some Love: The Horror Legacy of the Splatterhouse Video Game Series

The Splatterhouse video game series is iconic in the realm of horror gaming, blending gruesome violence, grotesque enemies, and a chilling storyline that captured the imagination of players and horror fans worldwide. Created by Namco (now Bandai Namco), Splatterhouse pioneered the horror beat-’em-up genre and set a new standard for graphic content in video games. With its visceral gameplay and creepy storyline, Splatterhouse has become a cult classic, inspiring merchandise, reboots, and dedicated fans. Let’s explore the bloody history, games, and cultural impact of this unforgettable series.

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South of the Border

Mexican Horror Films: A Haunting Tribute to Universal Monsters

Mexican horror and sci-fi films have long been inspired by Universal Pictures’ iconic monsters, such as Dracula, Frankenstein, and the Wolf Man. These classic creatures found new life in Mexico’s film industry, which adapted them with local folklore, gothic atmospheres, and even lucha libre heroes. Let’s dive into the captivating world of Mexican horror films influenced by Universal’s legendary monsters and explore their stylistic, cultural, and comedic ties to American horror.

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Strange Trails

So, You Want to Join a Cult? Let’s Break It Down!

Joining a cult might seem like a fun way to make friends, rock some matching outfits, or find a sense of belonging, but let’s not forget the fine print.

To help you weigh your options (and keep things in good humor), here’s a breakdown of America’s most notorious cults—their leaders, quirks, and the questionable “perks” they offered.

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At The Movies

Killer Cinema: How Real Serial Killers Were Captured on Film

Movies based on serial killers blend horror, history, and mystery, captivating audiences by illuminating humanity’s darkest corners. Join us as we delve into six gripping films depicting infamous killers, exploring forensic methods used, and discovering the blurred lines between reality and Hollywood.

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Comics

Lucha, Legacy, and Legends: The Rise of José G. Cruz and El Santo in Mexican Comics

Step aside, Superman—Mexico had its own superhero, and his name was El Santo. But behind the silver mask was another legend: José G. Cruz, the mastermind who transformed wrestling, comics, and cultural identity into one photorealistic punch at a time. This is the story of how Cruz’s comics didn’t just entertain—they helped define an era, a national identity, and an artform.

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Sci-Fi

Atomic Bugs & Monstrous Mutants: The Top 20 Giant Creature Features of the 1950s

They skittered, they slithered, they stomped entire cities into rubble—and they terrified a generation of moviegoers huddled beneath the glow of the drive-in screen. Below is your essential guide to the Top 20 Giant Creature Features of the 1950s, with plot synopses, behind-the-scenes trivia, atomic themes, and the mutant magic that keeps these films beloved by fans even today. Buckle in—and maybe bring some bug spray.

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Strange Trails

The Forensic Science of Lycanthropy: Where Myth, Madness, and Morphing Collide

Werewolves have prowled through folklore for centuries—howling at the moon, transforming before terrified eyes, and leaving claw marks on everything from medieval trial records to modern movie screens.

Let’s investigate the case of lycanthropy from both a cultural and scientific perspective, where superstition meets the scalpel.

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