Kid Abyssmal

Looking to satisfy your CRAVING for a bonkers amount of gory practical effects? Then, "Craving" is what you've been looking for. With the lack of splatter flicks in the Hollywood marketplace, this indie gem comes to the blood-drenched rescue. The film is definitely a slow burn, with a large ensemble cast to introduce and give backstory to, but when it heats up, it goes straight for the jugular. (Literally and figuratively). Juggling the dozen actors inside of one remote bar location does become a bit cumbersome, but when the 3rd act does arrive, it goes completely off the rails to end this indie horror flick with a massive bang. So strap in, get comfy and prepared for a fun gore-soaked rollercoaster ride!

As a fan of Christmas Carol stories, but having a harsh hatred of Karens, I was curious going into this one how I was going to enjoy it. I really did overall! The cast had a lot of fun with it, and it's a very modern take on the classic tale. It had quite a few laugh out loud sequences while also tugging at the heartstrings at the right moments. It really completes the gambit of an emotional rollercoaster, all wrapped up in a Christmas bow. I think this will definitely fair better with an older audience, who might be exhausted at the amount of Carol options on streaming. But for sure, there are a lot of "Karens" out there who could take a lesson from this one!

The Tenant is at its core a monster movie, but interestingly has something going for it that seems to be missing from most modern slasher cinema: strong story elements.

This film utilizes a detailed backstory about a scientist running an insane asylum, who is trying to keep up his genetic research against his pregnant wife's wishes. Through a series of unfortunate events, his new offspring is born, and comes out more hideous and deadly then they could have imagined.

It's through the detail and beautiful cinematography that keeps this title from being another run of the mill slasher film. The film has more of a maturity and style to it, then just the standard boobs and blood.

I'd recommend checking this out, especially if you are looking for something to watch with your parents. It has the gore and suspense that every horror fan craves, but also the storytelling that an older audience can appreciate.