For enthusiasts of the horror genre, tales that probe the darkest corners of the human psyche and the monsters lurking therein are irresistible. Among such tales, ‘Glorious’ emerges not merely as a captivating narrative, but as an ode to Lovecraftian mythos and the duality of human nature. Leading the artistic vision of ‘Glorious’ is the…
In the realm of horror literature and cinema, few works have left as profound an impact as Stephen King’s novel “Carrie” and its film adaptation directed by Brian De Palma. The story centers around a tormented high school girl named Carrie White, who possesses telekinetic powers and ultimately snaps under the relentless bullying and mistreatment…
Greetings, fellow horror enthusiasts! Today, I’m eager to delve into the chilling world of 1990s horror films. This decade brought us some unforgettable tales that continue to haunt our dreams and spark fascination to this day. So, let’s step into the abyss and explore five of my favorite horror classics from the ’90s. 1. Se7en…
I have always found myself drawn to films that delve into the dark and mysterious realms of the human psyche. In the vast landscape of horror cinema, there are certain gems that often go unnoticed or underappreciated, buried beneath the more commercially successful blockbusters. Today, I want to shed some light on two such films…
Welcome, dear readers, to the eerie realm of nightmares and the macabre. As a horror author with a penchant for unraveling the darkest threads of the human psyche, I invite you to explore a chilling connection between Freddy Krueger, the iconic nightmare stalker, and the enigmatic Pied Piper of Hamelin. Drawing inspiration from Eastern philosophies…
No Saints, All Sinners In the sylvan glade of Crystal Lake, a tale unfolds of a vengeful spirit lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike against those who dare to stray from the path of righteousness. Meet Jason Voorhees, a tormented soul driven by vengeance, punishing evildoers who fail to uphold their responsibilities. Drawing inspiration…
This post first appeared on Quora March 31, 2020 Is it true that the more you watch thriller horror movies, the more will you think bad about life? Not at all. There is no evidence to support this idea at all. In fact, horror films can be therapeutic. I’m one of the most optimistic people…
A wolf’s cry, for a long time, has been a signal of danger to humans. We hear that cry and it could mean more of them are on their way, on their way to hurt us and harm our flocks.
This post originally appeared on Quora January 15, 2019. H. P. Lovecraft was one of Stephen King’s greatest inspirations. Is there a more influential writer of horror than H.P. Lovecraft? If so who and why? Considering that Lovecraft was heavily influenced by Edgar Allan Poe, the argument could be made that Poe was a more…
Below is a round-up of my Stephen King related answers on Quora. Is Pennywise the Clown a supernatural demon in Stephen King’s It (the TV miniseries and the upcoming 2017 remake film & its sequel)? No, it’s not a demon in the traditional Christian sense. Olga Akselrad has a well-founded answer. IT came through the space…
