That time I lunched with BREAKING AWAY star Dennis Christopher, who detailed his unlikely detour into a slasher cult classic.
Paint It ‘Black’: When Dennis Christopher Detoured Into Slasher Territory
Interview: Tom Savini on Life After ‘Dead’
Tom Savini recounts his struggles remaking 1990's NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD -- and coming to terms with it.
The Importance of Being Vincent Price
An appreciation of the late horror legend and jack-of-all-trades performer.
The Great ‘American Werewolf’ Reunion
That time I reunited John Landis, Rick Baker, David Naughton, Jenny Agutter, and Griffin Dunne to reminisce about AMERICAN WEREWOLF for the pages of Famous Monsters magazine.
‘Star Trek’ Model Memories
I miss having model spaceships hanging from my ceiling...
‘Dynamite’ Poster Nostalgia
Remembering the wonderful folded posters from the pages of Dynamite magazine.
The Perennial Holiday Horror of ‘Krampus’
KRAMPUS director Michael Dougherty talks up his candy-coated creature feature and fills our stockings with set secrets.
Monster Vitamins for A Generation of Monster Kids
In the early ’70s, horror legend Vincent Price was the perfect pitchman for Monster Vitamins.
Revisiting Fright Favorites
I've been enjoying a nice palate cleanser of classic horror movies and an ideal companion book to go with the nostalgia.
Pandemic Panic: The Influence of Richard Matheson’s ‘I Am Legend’
Contemporary undead, post-apocalyptic and pandemic tales owe a ton of gratitude to Richard Matheson's I AM LEGEND.
The Everlasting Impact of ‘Miracle Mile’
In the summer of 1989, MIRACLE MILE delivered a cinematic sucker punch I'll never forget.
Goodbye Gahan Wilson, Whimsical Creep
My interview with the late, great Gahan Wilson -- the ultimate whimsical creep whose macabre cartoons made so many smile.
My Journey ‘In Search of Darkness’
I got to write and direct a documentary on '80s horror movies called IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS. It was my feature-film debut and I had a blast.
The Unexpected Path to ‘Alien’: My Interview with Ridley Scott
My one-on-one interview with legendary director Ridley Scott for the 40th anniversary of ALIEN.
Digging Up the Dirt on ‘Pet Sematary’ with Director Mary Lambert
My interview with the original PET SEMATARY director on bringing the frightening Stephen King novel to life.
Barry Bostwick, American Badass!
From ROCKY HORROR to MEGAFORCE to FDR: AMERICAN BADASS! Barry Bostwick is a man who knows his way around a cult movie.
Horror Photo-Op Wonderland: Inside ‘I Like Scary Movies’
The ultimate photo-op zone for fans to be immersed in their favorite dark fantasy worlds.
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Political Pod People: Philip Kaufman Revisits ‘Invasion of the Body Snatchers’
My interview with the INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS director on the 40th anniversary of the Sci-Fi classic.
The Wonder and Dynamation of Ray Harryhausen’s ‘The 7th Voyage of Sinbad’
My detailed appreciation of Ray Harryhausen's stop-motion spectacular THE 7th VOYAGE OF SINBAD on its 60th anniversary.
‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ Director Henry Selick Details Meticulous Nature of Tim Burton Collaboration
My chat with THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS director for the 25th anniversary of the Disney double-holiday classic.
How ‘Child’s Play’ Overcame Internal Strife to Become a Horror Classic
My interview with CHILD'S PLAY creator Don Mancini, producer David Kirschner & director Tom Holland for the 30th anniversary of the horror classic.
‘Halloween’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
40 years after John Carpenter's HALLOWEEN scared the crap out of moviegoers, Michael Myers is back to terrorize Jamie Lee Curtis -- who's more than ready this time to take him on.
‘The Predator’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Shane Black returns to put his stamp on the PREDATOR franchise and the result is full of cinematic carnage.
Giant Robot Monster Mash: A Subgenre Appreciation
A collection of some of my favorites of the kaiju subgenre that served as inspiration for Guillermo del Toro's PACIFIC RIM.
William Friedkin Peels Back ‘The Exorcist,’ ‘Sorcerer,’ ‘French Connection’ & More
I spoke with the legendary director about the secrets behind some of his greatest cinematic masterpieces -- and what frightens the man who helmed one of the scariest films ever made.
A Few Bites with Terry Wolfinger, Mad Monster Artist
Celebrated Famous Monsters cover artist Terry Wolfinger talks about his formative years and reveals the secrets to his commercial art success.
‘A Quiet Place’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
A near-flawless horror-thriller bristling with intelligence, A QUIET PLACE crackles with tension.
‘Annihilation’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Natalie Portman's new Sci-Fi flick is a refreshingly cerebral thriller with intense visuals and even more intense questions.
Look Up! Look Out! Meteorite Movies!
I get a kick out of the meteor/asteroid disaster movie subgenre, so here are a few fave guilty pleasure picks of the deadly fireball variety.
Famous Monsters & Aliens: A Chat with Rick Baker, Monster Maker
I first interviewed Rick Baker in 2012 for ET. He was happy to discuss his humble beginnings and love for Famous Monsters.
‘The Shape of Water’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Is this Guillermo del Toro's best film yet? How deep does it get? Dive in and find out...
‘Stranger Things 2’: The Flick Flack TV Review
Is the second trip into the Upside Down worthy of a binge-watch?
Awww, Chick! Vintage ‘Abbott & Costello Meet Frankenstein’ Lobby Cards
My favorite classic horror film to watch in the days leading up to Halloween is actually not a horror film at all, but a comedy.
Time to Revisit ‘The Exorcist’
When the autumn winds kick up, THE EXORCIST sits atop a demonic pedestal as my staple requirement in film, TV and print.
Basil Gogos: The Passing of a Monster Art Legend
Legendary Famous Monsters artist Basil Gogos may be gone, but his legacy lives on.
Stephen King’s ‘IT’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Stephen King's epic novel finally hits the big-screen with a brand-new Pennywise. Does he one-up Tim Curry's iconic clown?
‘Twin Peaks’: The Flick Flack TV Review
That damn fine coffee you like is back 25 years later, and David Lynch spiked it with acid. Read the Flick Flack TV Review.
‘Dave Made a Maze’: The Flick Flack Movie Review
Is DAVE MADE A MAZE an a-MAZE-ing movie? Read the Flick Flack review!
A Conversation with SHAG: The Influence of ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Planet of the Apes’ & More on His Pop-Culture Painting
EXCLUSIVE: Talented artist SHAG talks pop-culture influences, licensed character work, what he refuses to paint, and what’s next!
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