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Thursday, October 5, 2017
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Blogtober IT Spot: Release date mania!
It's official; IT Chapter 2 will release 9/6/2019. Start the countdown!
In other news, Burger King wants Russia to ban IT. Why? Because they're worried that Pennywise will make people think of Ronald McDonald, and they'll go to McDoanlds.
Sorry to break it to you guys, but that ship has sailed.
Not like Russia's a crucial market, what with the record breaking box office and all, but wow.
Also, more memes!
In other news, Burger King wants Russia to ban IT. Why? Because they're worried that Pennywise will make people think of Ronald McDonald, and they'll go to McDoanlds.
Sorry to break it to you guys, but that ship has sailed.
Not like Russia's a crucial market, what with the record breaking box office and all, but wow.
Also, more memes!
Tuesday, October 3, 2017
It's generational, #1
So, for any readers who don't t know me personally, I'm married, sans kids (for now). I have several friends with kids in elementary and middle school. The oldest of these (we'll call her Ruby Gloom, because that show is the shit) is into horror, much like her parents, myself, and several of our friends.
Recently, Ruby thought she was ready to watch The Mist, after seeing a Youtube review. Spoilers: she was not.
Me, hearing Mama Gloom relate this story, and knowing how Ruby usually glommed onto everything scary, couldn't let that go. "How about you and Ruby come over and we watch A Nightmare on Elm Street? I was her age when I saw that, and it's a lot less intense."
Mama Gloom agreed, having seen the film at a similar age and maturity. We agreed to keep Jaws on reserve, as it's even less intense, and Ruby was a fan of Jurassic Park.
It's strange how these things go in cycles. NOES is my favorite all time horror movie. One I consider very scary. One that is about a child murdered (and maaaaaybe molester, opinions are split). And yet, one I consider more appropriate than The Mist.
Granted, the Mist has a lot more in-your-face monsters right up front (at least in the book). NOES only has one, which Ruby is apparently already aware of.
And while I do think Ruby can handle this, I also think it's going to end up scarier for her in the long run. There is a lot of gore, and while the deaths are limited, they are intense.
The things in the Mist are tough, but can be killed. Freddy is eternal. And while the films vary in both quality and level of scariness, overall Freddy is one of the scariest monsters out there. And Ruby doesn't know how many of her favorites drew inspiration from him. He warped reality and got stronger as people knew him, much like Slenderman. He is strongly associated with kids, like Freddy Fazbear. Like Jeff the Killer he...
...Um...
Nope, that's a bridge too far. Jeff is a crappy character, and not worth my time or word count.
Well, time to go pass along my demons to the next generation!
*some time passes*
Whelp, the deed is done. And Ruby seemed to really enjoy the movie. Calling it 'intense'. There's talk of more movie nights. Success!
Recently, Ruby thought she was ready to watch The Mist, after seeing a Youtube review. Spoilers: she was not.
I haven't even seen it, and I've read the story!
Me, hearing Mama Gloom relate this story, and knowing how Ruby usually glommed onto everything scary, couldn't let that go. "How about you and Ruby come over and we watch A Nightmare on Elm Street? I was her age when I saw that, and it's a lot less intense."
Pictured: the less intense option.
Mama Gloom agreed, having seen the film at a similar age and maturity. We agreed to keep Jaws on reserve, as it's even less intense, and Ruby was a fan of Jurassic Park.
Again: less intense.
It's strange how these things go in cycles. NOES is my favorite all time horror movie. One I consider very scary. One that is about a child murdered (and maaaaaybe molester, opinions are split). And yet, one I consider more appropriate than The Mist.
Granted, the Mist has a lot more in-your-face monsters right up front (at least in the book). NOES only has one, which Ruby is apparently already aware of.
Still the man of your dreams, after all these years.
And while I do think Ruby can handle this, I also think it's going to end up scarier for her in the long run. There is a lot of gore, and while the deaths are limited, they are intense.
The things in the Mist are tough, but can be killed. Freddy is eternal. And while the films vary in both quality and level of scariness, overall Freddy is one of the scariest monsters out there. And Ruby doesn't know how many of her favorites drew inspiration from him. He warped reality and got stronger as people knew him, much like Slenderman. He is strongly associated with kids, like Freddy Fazbear. Like Jeff the Killer he...
...Um...
Nope, that's a bridge too far. Jeff is a crappy character, and not worth my time or word count.
Well, time to go pass along my demons to the next generation!
*some time passes*
Whelp, the deed is done. And Ruby seemed to really enjoy the movie. Calling it 'intense'. There's talk of more movie nights. Success!
Monday, October 2, 2017
Welcome to Blogtober: Scary Reddit #1
I've got a LOT of fun/scary/wtf posts that I've saved from Reddit. There will be different blogs with different stuff, but this one is for scary posts, to kick off Blogtober 2017. Enjoy!
There will be more as the month goes on...spooky tidings!
There will be more as the month goes on...spooky tidings!
Thursday, September 28, 2017
Pop Goes the News Cycle
Good news: a new Stranger Things trailer!
Bad news: Hugh Hefner died.
Weird news: Jared Kushner registered to vote in NY as a woman. Apparently this is part of a pattern, as he has trouble filling out every form he comes across.
And...That's about it. There's a death in my family, so I'm not very motivated right now guys. Instead of dragging this on, enjoy a kitten.
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
Steven Universe Mega Image Post
So, as I mentioned before, I finally finished Steven Universe. While an in-depth analysis of my feelings is still underway, now, at long last, I can start reading trivia and posting memes. So, here are some of the funniest memes I've found. Warning, spoilers, but unless you're like me you probably won't care. Enjoy!
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
Monday, September 25, 2017
The IT Spot: Breaking 2, financial boogaloo
At the time of this writing, IT is set to pass The Exorcist as the highest-grosing horror movie of all time.
We are all so screwed.
I know what you're thinking. 'But you love IT! You complain that horror gets no respect! Why are you upset about this? This seems like a dream come true!'
I'm not upset about the critical acclaim or the success by itself. I'm worried about what those things indicate.
Horror movies only tend to do really well in America when we're at times of huge unrest as a culture, at least critically. In the 1990's how horror hit a slump, with a lot of sequels and re-treads. I can't find the article now, but I've read that that was because the nation was prosperous and happy: thus creators were uninspired, and the movie-going public wasn't as interested.
Then 2001 hit, and everything went to hell. And horror made a big comeback. One that is still ongoing.
While I'm happy the genera has been reinvigorated, I'm dismayed that it's tied to how scared we feel as a culture. I'd rather we be safe an happy with a few occasional hits.
So to lighten the mood, IT memes. Enjoy!
We are all so screwed.
I know what you're thinking. 'But you love IT! You complain that horror gets no respect! Why are you upset about this? This seems like a dream come true!'
I'm not upset about the critical acclaim or the success by itself. I'm worried about what those things indicate.
Horror movies only tend to do really well in America when we're at times of huge unrest as a culture, at least critically. In the 1990's how horror hit a slump, with a lot of sequels and re-treads. I can't find the article now, but I've read that that was because the nation was prosperous and happy: thus creators were uninspired, and the movie-going public wasn't as interested.
Then 2001 hit, and everything went to hell. And horror made a big comeback. One that is still ongoing.
While I'm happy the genera has been reinvigorated, I'm dismayed that it's tied to how scared we feel as a culture. I'd rather we be safe an happy with a few occasional hits.
So to lighten the mood, IT memes. Enjoy!
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