The Secret History of St. Valentine’s Day (And Sex and Beauty in Horror)

  • February 11, 2013

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St. Valentine’s Day is nearly upon us once again, when thoughts turn to love and our nearest and dearest. A day that is bound up with and representative of all that is deemed the epitome of romantic; hearts and flowers, candlelit dinners, kisses and nights between silken sheets. However, look into the history of the …

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Live in Scotland: Joseph D’Lacey, Gary McMahon, David Moody and Jasper Bark

  • February 10, 2013

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This Is Horror Scotland Edinburgh

For the first time ever we bring our unique live fiction horror show to Scotland at Blackwell’s Edinburgh. Award-winning author, Jasper Bark presents two hours of horror readings, interviews and interactive questions and answers with the audience. Joining Jasper are three of the best writers in the business today: Joseph D’Lacey, who won the British …

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News Round-up Week Ending 8 February

  • February 9, 2013

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Grimm Up North schedule extends The Manchester screenings of great horror films continue this month with a double bill of The Tall Man and Martyrs  on 7 February, Citadel  and Sleep Tight on 21 February and Maniac and 247 Degrees F on 7 March. Tickets for all events are now on sale at the Grimm Up North website. Stephen King still shines Cemetery …

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Review: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers

  • February 7, 2013

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With the original Halloween John Carpenter created the slasher genre. Whether we should thank him or hang him rests entirely on whether we’re willing to assess the genre on its highs or lows. Keep on reading…

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