October 19

Netflix and thrill- 2 Mike Flanagan is a genius in the Horror Genre in my opinion. He subtlety weaves bits of horrific actions into mysterious and story driven films and series. This is really my type of Horror film/series. Thoughtful and character based, psychological thrillers. They do not rely on blood and guts and teenagersContinue reading “October 19”

October 18

Nightmare Before Christmas Nightmare Before Christmas is my all time favorite “Disney” holiday movie. It has torment, gore and creepiness mixed in with a classic love story. Tim Burton’s classic dark, varied off kilter shapes and strangely eery scenic style is captured spectacularly in the town of Halloween. The Danny Elfman soundtrack and musical numbersContinue reading “October 18”

October 17

Costumes Costumes in horror movies have a long history of developing into cultural icons. Costumes are determined by the script, but some costumes supersede the story and are catapulted into the most famous part of the movie or franchise. There are innumerable examples of costumes that are easily identifiable, even by the public that haveContinue reading “October 17”

October 16

Japantown, downtown Los Angeles We started out at Moca Geffen seeing the Pipilotti Rist’s Big Heartedness, Be My Neighbor installation. Such an interesting and immersive projected installation. Highly recommend a Next stop was a quick walk through Ghosts of Japan, This Alley is Haunted by Rogue Artists Ensemble and East West Players. It is niceContinue reading “October 16”

October 15

Black Dogs Folklore I have a black dog at the moment and had a previous black dog… but they are far different than the myths of black dogs in main stream media. From old English tales there are numerous folklores surrounding black dogs. It has woven its way into the modern zeitgeist as hounds ofContinue reading “October 15”

October 14

Delusions- Reaper’s Remorse One of my favorite Haunts of the season. This is a marvelous immersive, interactive event with great storytelling. Walking up to the Mansion, built in 1875, sets the mood for this haunt taking place in the olden days of the west. The story begins as soon as you enter the manor. WeContinue reading “October 14”

October 13

The number 13, why are we all fascinated and disturbed by this “unlucky” number. But where does this notion come from? I understand why the Chinese don’t like the number 4. It is a simple uncomplicated answer, 4 is similar to death in the Chinese language. I don’t think the dive into researching the numberContinue reading “October 13”

October 12

Trick or TREAT A big part of Halloween in the United States is trick or treating. We go all out with all kinds of treats to hand out to small little costumed kiddos. There are also a variety of Halloween themed food stuffs. Halloween cereal, Cheetos, bagels, donuts, cookies, etc. As kids in America itContinue reading “October 12”

October 11

Around Town- This season is so fun. We get to see bits of creepy cuteness and spookiness all around town. Chiropractor, hair saloon, bakery and a random house.

October 10

A Place to Scare: Cursed Creek Cursed Creek is in Burbank, Ca. It is a fundraising event for BCR-A Place to Grow, which provides services for children and adults with development and intellectual disabilities. Fun walk-through with interactive “rooms” instead of the typical jump scares. Clever and fun. They also have a tarot card reader.Continue reading “October 10”