As the son of the iconic Lon Chaney Sr., the “Man of a Thousand Faces,” Lon Chaney Jr. had big shoes to fill. Yet, with his portrayal of the tragic and tormented character of Lawrence Talbot, he carved out his own unique niche in the pantheon of Hollywood horror legends.
In the pantheon of horror cinema, few have left such a lasting and indelible mark as Jack Pierce, the mastermind behind some of the most iconic monster makeup designs in history.
It’s nearly 50 years since The Exorcist first appeared in US cinemas. I recently had another look at it and the movie does seem to have aged quite well. In an age of CGI and mega budgets, The Exorcist still looks pretty good. Here we take a closer look at the origins of the film and why it’s been such…Read More
Horror has always been a genre that has fascinated and captivated readers with its chilling tales of suspense, terror, and the supernatural. While the genre has undergone significant changes over the years, the roots of modern horror can be traced back to classic authors, who laid the foundation for what has become one of the most popular genres in literature.…Read More
If you’re set on being a horror writer, then finding answers to these supernatural puzzles should help you better understand plotting and imagery and how it can make a difference to your voice. While we all like to get wrapped up in the story, it’s important if you want to hone your craft to go back and ask a few pertinent questions.
Mention the name Bela Lugosi nowadays and you might see more than a few young kids scratching their heads and frowning. Back in the day, however, he was one of the biggest stars on the planet and today for many he remains the iconic embodiment of Bram Stoker’s Dracula.
Whether it’s here on Earth or in deep space, there’s always something that’s out to get the human race. Here are just some of our favourite alient invasion movies with an added hint of horror. “Alien” (1979) directed by Ridley Scott and starred Sigourney Weaver, Tom Skerritt, and John Hurt. The film follows the crew of the commercial spaceship Nostromo…Read More
Let’s face it, horror writers tend to be a certain breed of people – more comfortable with the shadows than having fun at the party. Whether you hanker after being a gothic master or a mistress of gore, here’s our guide to getting the basics in place.
If you want to be a great horror writer, you need to read the best in the business. From Stephen King and H P Lovecraft to Ann Rice and Shirley Jackson, dipping into the classics should give you a whole new perspective on your writing. These horror greats are well worth a read, even if you aren’t a writer and simply love the genre.
