80s Horror
Shocker is Silly, Fun, and Under-Appreciated [Retrospective]
Upon its release in 1989, critics universally panned Shocker. It was a modest box office success but certainly didn’t set any records. Due to bad reviews and a less than perfect screenplay from...
Evil Dead II Strikes the Perfect Balance Between Horror and Comedy
In Evil Dead II, Ash and his girlfriend Linda drive to a cabin in the woods for a weekend getaway. They are essentially squatting, as they don’t know the owners and haven’t been inv...
Looking Back on Prom Night II: Mary Lou Has Returned and She’s Pissed
Hello Mary Lou: Prom Night II is really a sequel in name only. The only tie-in to the original is that it takes place at the same school. The storyline and characters from the first film have no beari...
Back to the ’80s: Dario Argento’s Inferno
Welcome to Back to the ’80s. This recurring feature aims to take a look at the good, the bad, and the ugly from horror’s most beloved decade. Regardless of which category a particul...
Scream for Help [Rabid Dog’s House]
The Rabid Dog’s House is a recurring feature at Wicked Horror where contributor Justin Steele uncovers hidden gems, lost classics, and overlooked indie offerings. Flying solo or with the o...
Dolls is a Thrilling Modern Fairy Tale for Adults [Retrospective]
Dolls takes place on a dark and especially stormy night. The film finds an eclectic group of people taking refuge from the storm at the home of a seemingly sweet but ultimately creepy older ...
A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 is Quirky, Bizarre, and Fun [Editorial]
A Nightmare on Elm Street 2 sees Jesse and his family moving into a new home on Elm Street. While settling in, Jesse learns that Nancy Thompson previously occupied his new home. When Jesse f...
The Rabid Dog’s House: Creepers (Phenomena)
The Rabid Dog’s House is a recurring feature at Wicked Horror where contributor Justin Steele uncovers hidden gems, lost classics, and overlooked indie offerings. Flying solo or with the o...
One Dark Night is an Often Overlooked Camp Classic [Retrospective]
One Dark Night follows Julie, a young woman who desperately wants to join The Sisters. The Sisters is the coolest all-girl clique in school. The group is comprised of Carol, Leslie, and Kitty. But the...