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Released in 1992, “Candyman” takes classic gothic horror and transplants it into a contemporary setting. With strong performances and a masterful score, you’ll be hypnotized by this cult classic. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of TriStar Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Candyman’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor December 1, 2023
Few cult classics earn their praise as much as 1992’s “Candyman”, a gothic horror set in the then modern day.
Blending horror with stop-motion animation, the 2021 flick, “Mad God” presents a grotesque and awe-inspiring world. With a veteran of stop-motion at the helm, this film will have you unable to avert your eyes through its entire runtime. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Shudder)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Mad God’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor November 17, 2023
Animated movies are rarely straight horror flicks, but “Mad God” proves the medium can be a perfect vehicle for the genre.
Released in 2004, “Club Dread” was created by the Broken Lizard comedy troupe, best known for “Super Troopers.” Whereas the latter is remembered as a cult hit, the former is barely remembered at all. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy if Searchlight Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Club Dread’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor November 10, 2023
A horror comedy set on an isolated island resort all about sex and drugs, you’d be forgiven for expecting more fun than “Club Dread” provides.
“The Strangers” manages to thrill and frighten by making use of a slow build up to its scares. With solid performances and a simple but effective premise, this movie will make you check your door twice for many nights to come. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Universal Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘The Strangers’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor November 3, 2023
Released in 2008, “The Strangers” takes a more psychological approach to scaring its audience, though it still maintains a degree of brutality.
A controversial entry in the “Halloween” franchise, “Season of the Witch” is held up by some as one of the series worst and others as an underrated classic. Featuring androids, pagan rituals and the worlds most annoying commercial, this cheesy but gorey 80’s horror movie may be just what you’re looking for. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Universal Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Halloween III: Season of the Witch’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor October 27, 2023
Robots, masks and pagans, oh my! This polarizing entry to the "Halloween" franchise may not be perfect, but it has its own cheesy charm.
Getting a limited release in 2006, “Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon” does a lot with its microbudget of under $70,000. While it still doesn’t fully live up to its premise, it still manages to be a solid addition to any horror movie lineup. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image Courtesy of GlenEcho Entertainment)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor October 20, 2023
A slasher film made for slasher fans, “Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon” is a solid horror flick, but doesn’t fully live up to its premise.
One of the most divisive entries in the “Friday the 13th” franchise, the series fifth film  “A New Beginning” was one of many attempts to try something new with the franchise. While the idea of a new killer donning the mask is fine on paper, its execution doesn’t live up to the challenge. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Paramount Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Friday the 13th: A New Beginning’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor October 13, 2023
A polarizing film in the “Friday the 13th” franchise, “A New Beginning” is an attempt at taking the series in a new direction.
Considered by many to be a classic of the golden age of Hollywood, 1955’s “The Night of the Hunter” delivers a folk tale-like atmosphere that’s equal parts serene as it is terrifying. Add in an amazing performance from Robert Mitchum as serial killer and self-proclaimed preacher Harry Powell and it’s easy to see how this movie earned its praise. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios)

Hornet Horrors: ‘The Night of the Hunter’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor September 29, 2023
Long lauded as a classic of filmmaking in general, “The Night of the Hunter” mixes scares with a fairytale-like atmosphere.
One of many adaptations of the works of horror author H.P. Lovecraft, 1985s Re-Animator manages to also be one of the best. A great example of an 80s cult classic, this flick has all the blood and cheesiness you could want. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Empire Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Re-Animator’

Jacob Peterson, News Editor September 15, 2023
With a healthy combination of cheesiness and gory effects, the 1985 “Re-Animator” is exactly what you’d look for in an 80s cult classic.
The Portokalos family arrives at Toula’s father’s village in Greece. John Corbett as Ian Miller takes out his phone for a group selfie with the family. The film is humorous and romantic and consists of family and cultural acceptance.

‘My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3’ brings family together

Asyah Zamani, Staffer September 14, 2023
The romantic comedy franchise “My Big Fat Greek Wedding” has a third film that takes place in Greece with the original cast.
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