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The Sheik Massacre is a Loving (if Gory) Tribute to The Iron Sheik

John and Kira Hennigan have created the perfect tribute to The Iron Sheik with their short film, The Sheik Massacre. Let me tell you why such a grotesque film is the most loving ode to an influential wrestler.
by Iain McParland | October 27, 2024 | ,

Early Birds is a Stylish Swiss Thriller

Early Birds, a German-language Swiss film directed by Michael Steiner, is a thriller following two young women, Anika and Caro, as they attempt to profit from a drug deal gone wrong. Let us tell you more in our review!
by Iain McParland | October 25, 2024 | ,

Blood Star’s Antagonist is Among the Best of the Year

Blood Star, the highlight of Iain’s time at Grimmfest, is the road horror movie you should be watching this year. With a genuinely sadistic villain and a protagonist you can get behind, you should add this movie to your watch list. Let us tell you why.
by Iain McParland | October 21, 2024 | ,

Succubus is a Cautionary Tale About Who You Swipe Right On

Grimmfest’s Sunday evening slot went to Succubus, a reimagining of a classic monster story for the modern age. For anyone out there going through the hell of online dating, at least you’re not Chris, matching with a malevolent entity! Let us tell you more about Succubus in our review.
by Iain McParland | October 11, 2024 | ,

KillHer is a Fun Twist on the Serial Killer in the Woods Trope

Grimmfest’s closing movie was KillHer, a horror-comedy from Robyn August. Let us tell you about this schlocky serial killer in the woods outing. Is this movie just the right mix of silly and horrific, or does it get it all wrong?
by Iain McParland | October 10, 2024 | ,

Joker Folie à Deux and the Tragedy of Not Feeling Good Enough

The second Joker movie is here. Let’s dive deep and talk about something that barely anyone mentioned regarding this movie. This is not your same “Joker Folie à Deux is bad” review, this is a bit more of a deeper look into the message it tries to get through.
by Art of Lily K | October 7, 2024 | , ,

Grimmfest Preview: Manchester’s Horror Festival is Headlined by Nick Frost’s Black Cab

Grimmfest is almost upon us! The horror film festival in Manchester, England, begins October 3rd, and it’s shaping up to be a great show. Here is CouchSoup’s preview of the much-anticipated event!
by Iain McParland | September 30, 2024 | ,

Top 10 Godzilla Films

With so many Godzilla films to watch, where do you begin? Join Dan as he shares 10 of the best Toho Godzilla films and where you can watch them.
by Dan Morris | September 29, 2024 | ,

Strange Darling Has Come from Nowhere to Steal My Black Horror Heart

Strange Darling is one of the most outta nowhere hits of this fall. The new horror movie from JT Mollner starring Willa Fitzgerald and Kyle Gallner has surprised us by being a true hidden gem. Let us tell you all about it.
by Iain McParland | September 28, 2024 | ,

Transformers One Review: The Best Transformers Movie Ever?

Transformers One has hit the big screen, but is it worth your time? Join Tom as he tells you why Transformers One might be the best movie in the franchise.
by Thomas Richards | September 27, 2024 | ,

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Wolf Man is a Tense Ride, But It’s Not a Werewolf Movie

Wolf Man is here, but make no mistake, it’s not a werewolf movie. This new film from Blumhouse is tense and has some good moments, but does it succeed in becoming a modern horror classic? Let us tell you more.
by Iain McParlandFebruary 5, 2025
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