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Outpost: Wolf Rock Cave

Just East Of Rosepine, LA I use Instagram a lot. I probably use it too much. I have two accounts on Instagram including @kens_alternate_universe and a personal account. One of the accounts that I follow is @thetravelingcrawfish, a blogger who posts travel photos, facts, and more about the great state of Louisiana. On Saturday sheContinue reading “Outpost: Wolf Rock Cave”

Classic Horror: Scream (1996)

“There are certain rules that one must abide by in order to successfully survive a horror movie.” While it may not immediately come to mind whenever people think of classic horror, Scream definitely deserves to be considered as such. Directed by a legend of horror, Wes Craven, and written by Kevin Williamson, who would goContinue reading “Classic Horror: Scream (1996)”

A New Adventure

Cliffhangers: The Serial Talk Show! I’ve recently begun a new adventure with Patrick Bennett of Pop Ninja! We recently released the first episode of Cliffhangers: The Serial Talk Show! In the series, Patrick and I will be taking a closer look at classic serials from the 1930’s, 40’s, and beyond, including some serials made inContinue reading “A New Adventure”

Throwback Thursday: Dracula Untold (2014)

When The Bad Guy Is Actually Pretty Nice….. Dracula Untold (2014) is many things to many people. Some folks hate it because it humanizes one of horror’s most iconic monsters. Others hate it because they feel that the story is too bland, too drawn out, or just plain dumb. Many others (like myself) enjoy itContinue reading “Throwback Thursday: Dracula Untold (2014)”

Superman (1948)

He’s one fly guy! Despite some questionable and rather cheap special effects, 1948’s Superman is a very enjoyable serial. It starts with the story of Kal-El’s exodus from his home planet of Krypton just prior to its destruction. The first three chapters establish him as both Clark Kent and Superman on Earth. From there, weContinue reading “Superman (1948)”

Horrified!

The Stakes Have Been Raised! Regular readers of my blog know of my great love for the classic Universal Monsters. From the Wolf Man to Dracula, I love them all, so it’s only natural that I picked up Ravensburger’s Horrified game when it was released in October of last year. Between work and family, however,Continue reading “Horrified!”

Classic Horror: Alice, Sweet Alice (1976)

Unholy Communion Released in 1976, Alice, Sweet Alice may not be one of the first films to come to mind when one mentions classic horror, but it has definitely found a place in the hearts of many horror fans. Often considered one of the final proto-slasher films before the likes of Jason, Freddy, and MichaelContinue reading “Classic Horror: Alice, Sweet Alice (1976)”

Spin Master DC Toys

Surprisingly Fun Way back in 2018 it was announced that DC Comics and Spin Master Toys had come to terms on a new licensing agreement. Starting in 2020, Mattel would no longer produce the bulk of DC’s toys. I was a bit sad about this, since I grew to love their Multiverse 6″ line asContinue reading “Spin Master DC Toys”

Classic Horror: C.H.U.D. (1984)

Under The City…. Sometimes a classic horror film takes its time finding fans. Many films that failed to find their audience in theaters often gain a cult following once they are released to streaming services, Blu-ray, DVD, or, in the case of many films released in the 1980’s and 90’s, VHS. C.H.U.D. is one ofContinue reading “Classic Horror: C.H.U.D. (1984)”

Outpost: Northeast Louisiana

Mounds And Vampires And Corn, Oh, My! With COVID-19 restrictions loosening up a bit and with my children suffering from hardcore cabin fever, I decided to take my family on a road trip to a corner of my home state that I haven’t had an opportunity to explore. Although I spent quite a bit ofContinue reading “Outpost: Northeast Louisiana”