Abby Brenker
The Best Horror Films of 2023
We at the Lunatics Project are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2023 Lunatics Horror Awards. The Lunatics Project embraces...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 25, 2023
- 2 min
A Chaotic Fever Dream: "Saltburn" (2023) Review
It’s hard to reflect on “Saltburn” without spoiling the film itself, but I will try my best. It evokes many other films and novels that...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 25, 2023
- 2 min
We All Need a Reminder: "It's A Wonderful Life" and "A Christmas Carol" as Self Reflection
I hadn't watched “It’s A Wonderful Life” (1946) in almost ten years, but it used to be a household staple for my family. It’s no mistake...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 22, 2023
- 2 min
Frankenstein's Monster, but Beautiful: "Poor Things" (2023)
“Can I tell you something, I actually hate talking about movies,” my friend Adam said to me while the rest of the crew passionately...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 21, 2023
- 2 min
Haunting Holiday Horror: Silent Night (2021) Review
Written and directed by Camille Griffin, "Silent Night" (2021) stands out as one of the most haunting holiday movies in recent memory,...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 20, 2023
- 1 min
Christmas, Violence and Crude Humor: Violent Night (2022) Review
If you’re into the holiday spirit, crude humor, graphic violence and revenge, Violent Night (2022) is the film for you.Starring David...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 19, 2023
- 2 min
The History of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol is arguably the most famous Christmas story of all time. It’s also arguably, the most famous ghost story of all time....
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 18, 2023
- 7 min
The History of Yule, The Winter Solstice and Christmas
Humanity has long sought solace and celebration in the face of the darkest and coldest days of the year. Rooted in ancient traditions,...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 16, 2023
- 2 min
A Perfectly Bizarre Film: Being John Malchovich (1999)
I know I’m decades late on this one, but I finally watched Being John Malchovich (1999) and wow. This film has been on my radar since its...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 14, 2023
- 4 min
The Best Holiday Horror Films
This year we are refreshing our list of the best holiday horror. I have a deep love for specific sub-genres, and looking at how creative...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 12, 2023
- 1 min
Gritty Psychological Terror: Black Mold (2023) Review
Black Mold (2023) tells the story of two photographers who have a horrifying encounter while exploring an abandoned building. But this...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 11, 2023
- 1 min
Slow Burn Anxiety: Leave The World Behind (2023) Review
No spoilers! Leave The World Behind (2023) recently debuted on Netflix and has become the talk of the town. I had to pause the film early...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 9, 2023
- 1 min
Humanism and Redemption: A Look at Godzilla Minus One (2023)
We laughed, we cried, we loved Godzilla Minus One. After spending many, many months watching almost every Godzilla film in existence...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 7, 2023
- 2 min
Wholesome and Graphic Holiday Horror: The Sacrifice Game (2023) Review
Written by Jenn Wexler and Sean Redlitz, The Sacrifice Game (2023) is a horrifying delight. The film is equal parts wholesome and...
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Abby Brenker
- Dec 5, 2023
- 2 min
The Horrific History of Maine's Boon Lighthouse
Imagine the chilling solitude of being marooned on a tiny island amidst the frigid grip of winter. Welcome to Boon Island, a place...
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