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The Latin American Horror Hollywood Is Afraid to Show
Latin American horror cinema has been a hidden gem for decades, overshadowed by Hollywood’s massive industry. However, in recent years, it has begun to make waves at international festivals and...
Wendy Dalrymple Talks About Swinging the Mad Axe with Birthday Party Demon and Pageant
Recently released as of February 2025, Mad Axe Media has launched Totally Freaked, a series of ’90s nostalgia YA horror novellas inspired by the likes of R.L. Stine, Christopher Pike, and the pr...
This Sinister True Story is Reminiscent of ‘Don’t Breathe’
Don’t Breathe broke out in a major way. The film’s wildly original story shocked audiences. The premise of the film is fantastic from start to finish and makes for an intense ride. If...
Is ‘Jennifer’s Body’ Based on This True Story?
Is Jennifer’s Body based on a true story? Quite possibly. You may be surprised to learn that this true crime case is eerily reminiscent of the events depicted in the film. Horror Comedy Jennife...
Five Standout Episodes of The Casefile True Crime Podcast
Though it never truly left, true crime storytelling is back in the forefront again. One of the ways that true crime addicts like myself like to feed our fascination is by listening to podcasts. There ...
Was ‘Jeepers Creepers’ Inspired by This Terrifying True Story?
Hit horror movie Jeepers Creepers captivated audiences with the simple story of a brother sister duo crossing paths with a bloodthirsty maniac called The Creeper. While it is a thrilling (some might s...
My Life Turned into a Nightmare After Meeting the Real Annabelle Doll
Since I was a kid, I’ve immersed myself in watching horror movies and shows and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the thrill of being scared regardless of the nightmares that haunt me after the fac...
The Facts in the Case of John List: The True Story Behind The Stepfather Film
Is The Stepfather based on a true story? Why, yes it is. The 1987 film loosely uses the crimes of John List as inspiration. Read on as we separate fact from fiction and get to the bottom of the real-l...
‘The Town that Dreaded Sundown’: The True Story Behind the Film
Is The Town That Dreaded Sundown based on a true story? Well, yes. But with some creative listen taken. Keep reading for the full rundown on the Texarkana Phantom and the feature film adaptation based...