A werewolf Samhain
A message from all of us lycanthropes:Have a very scary but howling happy Samhain.Be careful who you open your doors to on Halloween as not all those who come knocking may be trick or treaters.If...
View ArticleJack the Giant Killer (1962)
Besides horror, this blog is also keen on reviewing fantasy films, like this old 1962 stop motion "Jack the Giant Killer". Directed by Nathan H. Juran and then produced by Edward Small. It stars Kerwin...
View ArticleKrull
This is a review of fantasy movie "Krull" (1983).Directed by Peter Yates and starred Ken Marshall, Liam Neeson and Lysette Anthony.Set in a medieval society on planet Krull, a prince and princess are...
View ArticleLegend (1985)
The 1985 film "Legend" was directed by Ridley Scott, and stars Tom Cruise, Tim Curry, Mia Sara and David Bennent. This is a moving fantasy that was loosely based on a Celtic fairytale. There are...
View ArticleHuldra
One of the most darkest creatures of Scandinavian folklore is the Huldra. They belong to the Huldrfolk species of creatures. Both males and females are said to be guardians of the forests and...
View ArticleWolf's Rain
This is my review of a Bones animation series called Wolf's Rain. Directed by Tensai Okarura, created by Keiko Nobumoto. It spans 30 episodes and tells the story of a group of wolves that live in...
View ArticleNattmara
The Nattmara are female werewolves that are mentioned in Scandinavian folklore. Nattmara means "Nightmare". These Nattmara or Nightmares are associated with sleep paralysis, bad dreams and night...
View ArticleInitiation of Sarah (1978)
This 1978 horror film made for TV was directed by Robert Day. It stars Kay Lenz, Shelley Winters and Morgan Fairchild. Two sisters, Sarah and Patty are eager to join a popular sorority called Alpha Nu...
View ArticleThe Yule Cat
In Iceland there is a legendary creature called the Jólakötturinn or Yule Cat. It's a frightening story to tell children. The legend has it that a giant hissing cat lurks in the shadows of hills, and...
View ArticleWinter games 1
During Winter it's fun to play games. I shall make a review of some games and other games all related to Winter. Firstly, a review of a computer game and details with link of a spooky Winter Olympics...
View ArticleWinter games 2
This is my review of games in theme of the coming Winter.Now there is a cool puzzle game called Wizard Christmas. You must find a way out of the vast Yule themed landscape, discovering clues and...
View ArticleWinter games 3
A review of games for Winter. Wild Moon Christmas is a point and click game created by Wow Escape. It's one of the most beautiful escape games I've ever played. The purpose is to find a way out of this...
View ArticleGame of Thrones S8 teaser
HBO just released the teaser trailer to Game of Thrones, Season 8. To watch the teaser trailer for Game of Thrones season 8 visit HBO link Youtube here: Teaser trailer for Game of Thrones season 8The...
View ArticleWinter Games 4
Another review of some Winter themed games.There is a stunning internet game called Magical Snow Animal Escape. This is a large game as you progress on, searching for a way out because the theme is...
View ArticleWinter games 5
The season of Winter is cold and dark, so let's journey into Medieval Christmas Land game created by Wow Escape. Look for buried items and clues here in this grim and frozen place. There are puzzles...
View ArticleSaturnalia
Saturnalia is a Roman celebration between December 17th and 23rd. It's held in honour of Saturn, a god of wealth and agriculture. We have echoes of the Roman celebration today with the decourative...
View ArticleWhoever Slew Auntie Roo?
Fairytale meets thriller with this 1971 film. Directed by Curtis Harrington and stars Ralph Richardson, Mark Lester, Chloe Franks and "scream queen" Shelley Winters.A wealthy window named Auntie Roo...
View ArticleThe Tale of Tales
This is a 2015 fairytale film directed by Matteo Gerrome, and stars Salma Hayek, Vincent Cassel, Toby Jones and John Christopher Reilly.Aesthetically pleasing with beautiful costumes and filmed at...
View ArticleWinter Solstice moon
Happy Yule!The Winter Solstice is upon us and so is the full moon. A Winter Solstice full moon is rare and so it's going to be a special event. Also alongside the full moon is the Ursid meteor shower....
View ArticleThe Wild Hunt
This legendary phenomena has been recorded throughout Europe for many years. It's led by a male or sometimes a female. The hunt consists of phantoms or beings that are otherworldly. It's often at night...
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