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2 weeks ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Horror is at its best when it plays with expectations. Some films throw viewers into the deep end right away, unleashing scares from the very first scene. But others take a different approach, lulling audiences into a false sense of security before ripping the rug out from under them. These films start slow, giving the impression of a more grounded, sometimes even mundane, narrative -- only to explode into pure terror when the moment is right.
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3 weeks ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Published 7 minutes ago Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account The 1970s were an era of cinematic experimentation, cultural upheaval, and creative risks that paid off in ways that still resonate today. Fifty years later, the films of 1975 remain some of the most influential, shocking, and genre-defining works ever put on screen. From chilling thrillers to absurd comedies and thought-provoking dramas, these ten movies aren’t just relics of a bygone era; they’re timeless classics...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
All good horror thrives on the unknown, but sometimes it really thrives on the unknown. While plenty of scary movies love to tie things up in a neat, terrifying bow, others seem dead set on making sure you leave the theater (or your couch) more confused than when you started. These are the films that don’t just end on a question mark -- they practically mock you for expecting anything else.
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Horror Published 3 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Image via Pioneer Entertainment Some of the best horror movies don’t need two hours of runtime to completely destroy your nerves. In fact, when it comes to horror, shorter is often better. Since horror relies on tension and fear of the unknown, it's easy to desensitize an audience or lose steam after extended scares or after a big reveal. The scariest ones often operate on a strict time limit,...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Horror Published 6 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Over the past eight years, horror has experienced a remarkable resurgence, delivering some of the most innovative and terrifying films in decades. Studios are pushing boundaries, taking creative risks, and reaping the rewards as audiences embrace bold, unsettling storytelling. While A24 has had years of being heralded as the home for arthouse horror another contender has been quietly but...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Horror Published 8 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Jump scares are a staple of modern horror. The sudden jolt, the sharp musical sting, and the inevitable moment of relief after the initial shock can make for a thrilling experience. But horror doesn’t always come from things that go bump in the night. Some of the scariest movies in history don’t rely on bursts of adrenaline -- they crawl under your skin, haunt your thoughts, and linger in your...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Twilight Zone Published 6 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account The Twilight Zone and the works of David Lynch might not be identical twins, but they could certainly be long-lost siblings. Both are known for their uncanny ability to distort reality, blending the mundane with the macabre, and turning dreams into nightmares. Rod Serling’s anthology series often served up moral allegories and psychological horror draped in mid-century aesthetics, while...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Severance Published 4 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Apple TV+’s Severance is a show deeply entrenched in symbolism, with a narrative laced with religious, historical, and literary allusions that suggest hidden meanings behind the show's every frame. Among these, Greek mythology allusions play a significant role time and again, subtly foreshadowing the fates and underscoring the tragedies of its central characters. Given the show’s emphasis on...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
Movies Published 6 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account As the 97th Academy Awards approach, the conversation surrounding Best Picture has been largely dominated by a handful of major contenders, with a lot of the frontrunner focus on traditional fare The Brutalist or A Complete Unknown -- until more recently. Conclave, a film that started the season as a seemingly niche political drama, has been quietly amassing momentum, steadily gaining...
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1 month ago | 
cbr.com | Kelsey Yoor
David Lynch Published 10 minutes ago Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account For decades, the films of David Lynch have been defined by their eerie, surreal qualities -- visions of Americana that cover up a thinly veiled dark, dreamlike undercurrent. Yet, while the director's works are often remembered for their unsettling imagery, cryptic storytelling, and moments of outright horror, there is an essential component that is frequently overlooked by those who...
