In recent years, Giallos have become one of my favorite types of horror films. They are stylish and cerebral. And they are mysteries, which were my gateway to horror. Watching lots of Hitchcock as a kid with my mom gave me the crime solving bug and I love to watch a plot unravel. But what … Continue reading
Tag Archives: Argento
The Collection (2012)
IMDb This gore fest has little going in the way of plot, or really great acting, or writing for that matter, but Lordy does it have pace! Seriously, this baby jumps right in and doesn’t give you a chance to say hey, this too gross, too crazy. This guy, Arkin, who was brutalized and tortured by … Continue reading
Goblin Live
Last night, the hubs and I had an incredible chance (we won free tickets!) to see Goblin perform, in their first stateside show, at the Gothic in Denver, where we recently moved. Goblin are prog rock geniuses who created the soundtracks for giallos and other horror films, making music that did not just fill … Continue reading
Amazing Lego film version of Tenebre
Tenebre is a Dario Argento classic, a fantastic giallo I highly recommend. The following wonderful video recreates it with legos, and it.is.amazing. Continue reading
Suspiria 1977
Suspiria, the horror classic crafted by Italian director Dario Argento, has received excessive analysis and praise, but after revisiting this memorable film last night, I’m going to post my take on it. This production not only delivers the requisite thrills and chills, it’s unquestionably a stark and vivid feast for the eyes. Allegedly, Suspiria was … Continue reading