Monthly Archives: October 2019

“Friday the 13th – The Start of an Enduring Horror Franchise”

Posted on October 31, 2019 by robbinsrealm

Alice (Adrienne King), Bill (Harry Crosby), Brenda (Laurie Bartram), Marcie (Jeannine Taylor), Ned (Mark Nelson), and Jack, played by Golden Globe winner Kevin Bacon (Taking Chance), are six counselors helping to reopen Camp Crystal Lake, a long dormant sleep away … Continue reading →

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“Let the Right One In” (2008)

Posted on October 30, 2019 by robbinsrealm

The film “Let the Right One In” is set in 1982, in Sweden, in Blackeberg, a suburb of Stockholm. Oskar (Kåre Hedebrant) is a twelve year old child who is often lonely. His parents. Yvonne (Karin Bergquist) and Erik (Henrik … Continue reading →

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“Village of the Damned” (1960)

Posted on October 25, 2019 by robbinsrealm

“Village of the Damned” begins on what appears to be an idyllic afternoon, in the English countryside, in the village of Midwich. Gordan Zellaby, portrayed by Oscar winner George Sanders (All About Eve) is talking with his brother-in-law, Major Alan … Continue reading →

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“Ghost Adventures: Season 5 – Episode 5: Lizzie Borden House”

Posted on October 21, 2019 by robbinsrealm

For over a decade the Travel Channel  has produced 246 episodes, and counting, of their immensely popular series “Ghost Adventures.”  The series was created by Zak Bagans and Nick Groff. Bagans, conceived of the show based, on what he claimed … Continue reading →

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“Wes Craven’s New Nightmare” (1994)

Posted on October 18, 2019 by robbinsrealm

The seventh installment in the “A Nightmare on Elm Street” film franchise takes place approximately a decade after the iconic first movie in the series premiered. When the film opens, it appears as if Freddy has returned. Is he back … Continue reading →

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“The Ledge From Stephen King’s Night Shift Collection”

Posted on October 11, 2019 by robbinsrealm

February 1978, marked the first time that a collection of bestselling author Stephen King’s short stories were available to be read in one publication. Doubleday published “Night Shift” which contained twenty stories in all, sixteen of which, had been previously … Continue reading →

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“The Night Stalker” (1972)

Posted on October 7, 2019 by robbinsrealm

“Judge for yourself its believability and then try to tell yourself, wherever you may be, it couldn’t happen here.” Carl Kolchak “The Night Stalker” premiered on ABC television (American Broadcasting Company) on January 11, 1972. The television movie garnered record … Continue reading →

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“Film in Texas Chainsaw Franchise Stars Two Oscar Winners”

Posted on October 4, 2019 by robbinsrealm

On October 1, 1974, in Dallas, Texas, the original “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” premiered. Tobe Hooper (Salem’s Lot) directed the film and co-wrote the screenplay with Kim Henkel (Texas Chainsaw 3D), based off of Henkel’s story. The 83 minute film, … Continue reading →

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“NOS4A2 – Season One Based on Joe Hill’s Novel”

Posted on October 1, 2019 by robbinsrealm

The first season of “NOS4A2” centers on Vic McQueen, played by Ashleigh Cummings, who completely embodies her character. She is a teenager, who helps her mother earn money by cleaning houses. Additionally, Vic is a very talented artist, who wants … Continue reading →

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