Interview: ‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’ Filmmaker Joe Begos
‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’ Interview: Joey Keogh discusses the 2022 Shudder movie with filmmaker Joe Begos.
Review: Joe Begos’ ‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’
“‘Christmas Bloody Christmas’ is on a bigger scale than virtually everything else Begos has done to date, with terrific stunts and locations, and it’s heartening to witness his continued growth.”
Review: Noah Segan’s ‘Blood Relatives’
“‘Blood Relatives’ is constantly in conversation with past vampire works without feeling the need to signpost its references. Segan is confident in the material, both onscreen and off.”
Review: Joseph and Vanessa Winter’s ‘Deadstream’
“‘Deadstream’ is an inventive, unpredictable and hugely charming found footage horror film, but it’s also a clever indictment of internet culture with a gripping, vanity-free lead performance from its co-writer/director.”
Soundtracks of Cinema: ‘The Twin’
‘The Twin’ Soundtrack: A Vague Visages guide for every featured song in Taneli Mustonen’s 2022 Shudder movie.
Know the Cast: ‘Hellbender’
‘Hellbender’ Cast: A Vague Visages guide for every main performer and character in the 2021 Adams Family movie.
Review: Sion Sono’s ‘Prisoners of the Ghostland’
“‘Prisoners of the Ghostland’ is like a failed yet well-made pilot episode, one that teases high drama but doesn’t have anything interesting to say about the characters.”
Review: David Verbeek’s ‘Dead & Beautiful’
“With ‘Dead & Beautiful,’ Verbeek foreshadows the inevitable clash between the progressive leaders of tomorrow and conservative vampires who seek blood. As new generations of wealth emerge, will the enlightened prioritize reality over their personas?”
Know the Cast: ‘Dead & Beautiful’
‘Dead & Beautiful’ Cast: A Vague Visages guide for every main performer and character in David Verbeek’s 2021 Shudder movie.
Review: Banjong Pisanthanakun’s ‘The Medium’
“‘The Medium’ is arguably the horror movie of the year, one that should be seen on the biggest screen possible.”
Know the Cast: ‘V/H/S/94’
‘V/H/S/94’ Cast: A Vague Visages guide for every main performer and character in Shudder’s 2021 anthology movie.
Know the Cast: ‘Seance’
‘Seance’ Cast: A Vague Visages guide for every main performer and character in Simon Barrett’s 2021 Shudder movie.
Know the Cast: ‘Jakob’s Wife’
‘Jakob’s Wife’: A Vague Visages cast and character guide for Travis Stevens’ 2021 movie.
VVIBES: Streaming Picks 100419
Streaming Recommendations from VV’s Bill Bria, Anya Stanley, Jim Ross, Peter Bell and Q.V. Hough!
‘Hospitality’ Review: Emmanuelle Chriqui Needs More Thriller Roles
“Chriqui proves that she’s ready for the next phase in her career, whether it’s in westerns or thrillers. Take heed, Quentin Tarantino.”
Review: Rebekah and David Ian McKendry’s ‘All the Creatures Were Stirring’
“Whether ‘All the Creatures Were Stirring’ becomes a festive must-watch remains to be seen, but there’s enough to enjoy for it to be a part of horror fans’ yearly rotation.”
VV Shudder Selects: Using the Camera to Confront the Male Gaze in ‘Revenge’
“Fargeat is almost saying, ‘well, if you want to look at her, you must look at her no matter her condition.’ It is a grotesque way of calling out the male gaze, but it is an effective one.”
VV Shudder Selects: The Horrors of Friendship in ‘The Descent’
“While ‘The Descent’ is grounded in female friendship and showcases the power of women without the support of men, it also highlights the futility of teamwork in such a dire situation.”
VV Shudder Selects: ‘Heathers’ Is Timelier Than Ever Before
“Times have changed — Time’s Up, in fact — so why try to redo, or outdo, something that still resonates a whopping 30 years after its release, something that still feels timely and relevant? Jughead can keep the coat. ‘Heathers’ lives on.”
VV Shudder Selects: Ciara Pitts on Harry Kümel’s ‘Daughters of Darkness’
“‘Daughters of Darkness’ invites the audience into a cold, dreamlike experience that explores the versatility of desire.”