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5 Unbelievably Creepy Haunted Locations in California

3 weeks ago | the-line-up.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell

Considering California is so big, it should come as no surprise that there is a wealth of paranormal activity in the state. But we're here to help you seek out the eeriest encounters of all. Forget the ocean, wine country, and the glamour of Hollywood—the restless spirits are the real draw of the Golden State. While it's true you'll find ghosts amid the tourist locales of Alcatraz and Big Sur, we've got some haunted locales you won't see on a common visitor's guide.
4 Great Female Villains of Classic Horror

4 weeks ago | the-line-up.com | Gwendolyn Kiste

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: there aren’t nearly enough female villains in the horror genre. Sure, you can definitely make a long and illustrious list of devilishly frightening women—Annie Wilkes! Queen Katrina! Jennifer Check!—but we certainly have room for plenty more. After all, women deserve their time in the villainous spotlight just as much as men. That being said, even in the early days of horror cinema, some amazing female characters set the standard for fearsome antics.
What Happened to Marianne Bachmeier the Courtroom Vigilante?

1 month ago | the-line-up.com | Orrin Grey

In 1981, the Berlin Wall still symbolically separated East and West Germany, as the country had been divided since the end of World War II. In March of that year, in the city of Lubeck in what was then West Germany, a 30-year-old mother walked into a courtroom with a Beretta and fired seven shots into the back of Klaus Grabowski as he stood trial for the rape and murder of her 7-year-old daughter, Anna.
New Horror Movies and TV Coming in Spring 2025

1 month ago | the-line-up.com | Jena Brown

Spring is usually seen as the season of rebirth. We transition away from the dark and dreary winter nights, into longer days and warmer weather. We’re finally able to envision a summer of campfires and lazy days on the beach. If this were a horror flick, it’s right when everything would start to go wrong and the real fun would begin. Of course, you don’t need actual blood and guts to embrace the mayhem of horror.
5 Unbelievably Creepy Haunted Locations in West Virginia

1 month ago | the-line-up.com | Kelsey Christine McConnell

West Virginia is beloved for its breathtaking mountainous beauty, as well as its fun, outdoorsy culture. But as lively as the state's hobbies may be, it seems plenty of spirits are happy to give the Mountain State a chilling reputation. While Point Pleasant, West Virginia is famous for being the home of the legendary cryptid the Mothman, there are far more horrors amidst the scenic landscapes.
Did This Infamous Lost Film Lead to the Brutal Murder of Julia Mangan?

2 months ago | the-line-up.com | Orrin Grey

It was an October night in 1928 when a patrolling police officer found a man lying face down near the Fountain Gate of London’s Hyde Park. The man was an unemployed, 28-year-old Welsh carpenter named Robert Williams, and he was bleeding from an apparently self-inflicted wound in his neck, a bloody razor on the ground nearby. As the patrolman bent to offer aid, however, Williams made an utterance that added a chilling new dimension to the already grisly tableau.
Love You to Death: The Valentine’s Day Murder of Reeva Steenkamp

2 months ago | the-line-up.com | Ashley DeLeon

On February 13,2013, Reeva Steenkamp wrapped a Valentine’s gift for her boyfriend, Oscar Pistorius. She went to bed, excited to share the day of love with her love. On February 14, 2013, Reeva was fatally shot multiple times by Oscar. Who is Reeva Steenkamp? Reeva Steenkamp was a South African model and paralegal. In addition to being featured in several magazines and television advertisements, Reeva was also a live presenter for South Africa’s FashionTV.
Paul Dennis Reid and the Fast Food Murders

Jan 23, 2025 | the-line-up.com | Ashley DeLeon

Paul Dennis Reid was born to be bad. From the moment he could stand, he was reaching for someone’s wallet. He had unrealistic aspirations and wasn’t going to let anything or anyone get in his way. Who is Paul Dennis Reid? Paul Dennis Reid, Jr. was born on November 12, 1957, in Richland Hills, Texas. He was the youngest of three children and lived primarily with his paternal grandmother. Throughout his childhood, Paul tortured his family.
The Boy in the Cupboard: The Story of Daniel LaPlante

Jan 13, 2025 | the-line-up.com | Ashley DeLeon

She woke up with a start. What woke her? She wasn’t having a bad dream. Did she hear something? There! What is that? It sounds like…knocking. Where is it coming from? It’s not from the front door. It sounds too close. Wait…it’s coming from…inside the wall…Who is Daniel LaPlante? An hour outside Boston, Massachusetts lies an historic small town named Townsend. But not all was quaint and safe in this picturesque town. Just like any other place, it had its dark side.
Twisted Minds, Terrifying Stories: 7 Terrifying Tales of Descent Into Madness

Nov 25, 2024 | the-line-up.com | Michael Seidlinger

Whether it be the language or the imagination, words hold an untold amount of potential when it comes to plunging into the distorted realities of the mind. A turn-of-phrase or a well-seated metaphor can build so effectively it becomes a window into the complexities of the human psyche. In timeless literary classics like The Picture of Dorian Gray, a painted portrait of a beautiful young man warps and becomes as evil as his soul after he sells it in the name of hedonistic indulgence.