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Ashe Sass-Woodward

@sassorcista.bsky.social
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Writer & broadcaster exploring horror as survival literature. Host/Author of Horror Helpline & Spooky Scholars Podcast. Rhymes with 'geisha'. #womeninhorror #horrorstudies

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The Schlocketeer @schlocketeer.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
More power to anyone who actually still looks forward to this every year, but I cannot abide edited-for-television horror flicks. I hated it even as a kid. It was one thing when they used to primarily show Universal movies, but another thing entirely when it's hacked-up post-'60s staples.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
What does horror do that other genres don't? I made **So You Like Horror… Now What?** for horror lovers who want to further understand what they're actually watching and why it doesn't make you psychotic. It’s just $7. Come study the darkness with me! 🖤 payhip.com/b/VdMNb
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SO YOU LIKE HORROR...NOW WHAT?
So You Like Horror… Now What?You like horror. You’re intrigued by monsters, the blood, the ghosts, the weird stuff that keeps you awake at night. And you kinda like it.Maybe you’ve never really known ...
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Which horror movies bring you back to the special torture and nostalgia of high school? horrorhelpline.substack.com/p/when-its-b... #horrorhelpline #horrormovies #backtoschool
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When it’s Back to School, What Horror Movies Should I Watch?
Three horror movies to remind you that high school was basically a horror movie
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
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The Dread & Darkness of Writing Horror with Author Claire Fuller
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Candyman 2021 has me reeeeling about who stories really belong to... spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/VafwwxJMG5b
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Dianna Gunn Does (Fictional) Murders 🇨🇦 @diannalgunn.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Thinking about how the best way to end Pride would be with an extremely bisexual & sapphic gothic horror And that I happen to know where you can find one 👀👀👀👀
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
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Ep. 111 - Society's Shadow Side: How Horror Takes Systems to Task | The Spooky Scholars Podcast
https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/2YqhAuvFb4b Why are we drawn to stories about possession, bodily disgust, punishment, grief, rage, an
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Just gonna leave this right here for the month... 🏳️‍🌈 The Spooky Scholars Podcast Presents: LGBabadookTQ2SIA+: An ‘Accidental’ Queer Horror Icon: open.spotify.com/episode/7gtZ...
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Alan Zilberman @alanzilberman.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
More non-horror movies that speak to current conditions: -Sirat (nominated for Oscar) -My Undesirable Friends -Cloud -How to Blow Up a Pipline -Green Border -The Zone of Interest (won an Oscar) -No Other Land (won an Oscar) -I'm Still Here (nominated for Oscar) -The Teacher's Lounge I could go on.
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Horror Harwood 🧟‍♂️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿📚🎞️ @horrorharwood.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Alligator is a B-movie that goes for broke — from Teague’s energetic direction, to Joseph Mangine’s moody cinematography, to the late great Robert Forster’s solid performance — to earn its place among the pantheon of GOAT creature features #horrorsky #filmsky open.substack.com/pub/horrorha...
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Alligator (Lewis Teague, 1980)
You know how they say there are alligators in the sewers?
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Benjamin Ahr Harrison @benjaminahr.mobi · 05/06/2026
Working on a horror film called Insect Centipede in which a deranged entomologist stitches bugs together, ass to mouth, to make… a centipede.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
The independent writer’s advantage in the age of AI open.substack.com/pub/on/p/the...
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The independent writer’s advantage in the age of AI
Jasmine Sun on why secrets, live presence, and a distinct voice matter more than ever in an AI-saturated world, and what independent creators need to build careers that machines can't replace
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
What does the shadow side of your favourite monster say about what YOU might need professional help with?... Learn more in the latest episode! spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/KMgjV4PUE3b #horrorpodcast
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Monster Mentors: What Your Favorite Monster Says About You - Part One by The Spooky Scholars Podcast
What if we thought of monsters as the self-help gurus of the goths?!In this episode we explore what our favorite monsters can teach us about our shadows and how we can be better humans. I know, ewww. ...
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Blood and Black Rum Podcast @bloodandblackrum.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
New Difficult Films episode is up now, and we’re talking about the infamous FREDDY GOT FINGERED! Find out if Rip Torn truly did abuse the poor little Freddy in this episode available on all podcast apps! #moviepodcast #podcast #cultfilms #difficultfilms #podernfamily 📼
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Blood and Black Rum Podcast: Difficult Films* (4) FREDDY GOT FINGERED - Cultsploitation
Blood and Black Rum Podcast take on FREDDY GOT FINGERED in this new episode.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 30/05/2026
Professor Shadow joins me to talk about how monsters show us who we are... deep, deep down..... spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/gZRb7fixr3b Listen in! #horrorpodcast #shadowwork
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What Shadows are Hiding in Horror’s Greatest Monsters? With Professor Shadow by The Spooky Scholars Podcast
What do classic horror icons reveal about us?In this episode, I’m with horror narrator and creator, Professor Shadow to explore the human shadow hidden inside classic monsters and those of his own cre...
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Creepy and Geeky Podcast @creepyandgeeky.com · 22/04/2026
On today's new episode, new guest @ashewoodz.bsky.social joins me to chat about Abigail as part of my series on Kathryn Newton films. Now available on all podcast platforms, on YouTube, and at creepyandgeeky.com
showcard for episode 220 of Creepy and Geeky
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Horror franchises that teach us something about villains who avoid consequences. open.substack.com/pub/horrorhe... #horrorculture #horrormovies #slasher #epsteinfiles
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When No One’s Being Held Accountable, What Horror Movies Should I Watch?
Horror franchises that teach us something about villains who avoid consequences.
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New Beverly Cinema @newbeverly.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Between The Last House on the Left and The Hills Have Eyes, Wes Craven (under the name Abe Snake) released THE FIREWORKS WOMAN (1975), screening in 35mm TONIGHT, Saturday February 21st, at midnight! Adults only: must be 18+ with ID for admission. Tickets: buff.ly/g8KcAhX
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Alex A. Pagliuca @alexpagliuca.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
I have a Fango subscription already, but I saw this cover of the newsstand version, and I needed to have it. It’s gorgeous.
The image is a magazine cover displaying a black-and-white portrait with a dramatic and eerie effect. The top part of the cover features the word "Fangoria" in bold, bright pink, cursive letters. Below it, in smaller print, are the words "Monsters • Aliens • Bizarre Creatures." The central image shows a woman's face with wide eyes and an open mouth, appearing to scream or roar, with a dark shadow effect that makes her expression intense and unsettling. Her hair is light and curly, enhancing the high-contrast monochrome style. On the right side, there is additional text listing features in this magazine issue. The background has a textured pattern, adding to the horror theme.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Ep.107 ~ Wild Women ~talking 'Bear' (1976) and monster romantasy smut (😋) with Cinda Gault. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/7qiWptRXO0b #monsterromance #horrorpodcast #canadianauthor
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Are we really "built" to use computer language to describe human emotions? Episode 106 spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/I6ulp8MgD0b #horrormovies #horrorpodcast #horrorsky
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
New posts are back and the podcast launches TONIGHT 6PM!!!! horrorhelpline.substack.com/p/when-every... #horrorsky
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When Every Day Unlocks New Terror, Is It Still Fun to Watch Horror Movies?
Short answer, yes. Read more to find out which ones.
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Alex A. Pagliuca @alexpagliuca.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
I saw a woman recently saying people who were part of a particular variety of “gifted program” as kids, were actual being tested for clairvoyance, the ability to astral project, etc. Just saw someone in an autistic group as how many autists are also “highly sensitive people.” Imma be the Joker
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
Liminal spaces are everywhere in horror! Matt Rogerson and I discuss adolescence, trauma & the edges of everyday life. #horrorpodcast #horrorscholar spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/SZcJZPsBr0b
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Talking about graphic SA against women in horror. What part is the fear and how much of it is [male] fantasy? Episode 104 of The Spooky Scholars Podcast with author, Kimberly Pinzon. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/2OLC8ILfg0b
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Is 2026 the Year of the Femme Slasher? Join me, Grace Reynolds and Wendy Dalrymple as we discuss the future of pink horror! youtu.be/4iwMcfr6Jlk?... #pinkhorror #nostalgiahorror #womeninhorror
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The Femme Slasher Era Is Here: How the Female Gaze is Reshaping Horror
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
With the Netflix/Warner Bros. news, it’s nice to see a platform that still cares about film, filmmakers, and fans. This week’s episode features the free streaming app MOMETU @freemometu.bsky.social & how they do things differently. spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/dpATSDTtWYb #horrorpodcast #filmnews
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Hand-Picked Horror: Inside MOMETU’s Anti-Algorithm Approach by The Spooky Scholars Podcast
Mometu is carving out a rare space in the (FREE) streaming world: a platform that refuses to let algorithms decide what audiences see. In this episode, president of Mometu, Bryan Louzil, joins me to d...
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Celebrating 100 Episodes!!!! ....and a fresh horror deep dive into the Flatliners universe on today's episode spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/F54Gf6dOKYb #flatliners #horror #horrorpodcast
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
For my American horror homies this Thanksgiving: A great article to send a family member on why we love scary movies. www.bbc.com/future/artic... #horrorcommunity #horrormovies #anxiety
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'The paradox of horror': How scary films can soothe your anxiety
Jump scares and gore might not seem like the most soothing watching, but scary films can actually be the ideal therapy during anxious times.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
SO fun talking the 'meta' side of podcasts with Jeff from Poduty News! If you have a podcast and are curious about how events can grow your show, check out our episode and everything at podutynews: news.poduty.com/episodes/gil... #podcastmarketing #livepodcast #podcastevents #podcastnews
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Poduty and the News. Live Podcast News You Can Use! | Gilmore Girls, Lineman Rodeos, and Podcasting Live: Poduty and the News with Ashe Woodward
Welcome back to Poduty and the News! The only live news podcast about podcasting from the stage! Our Special Guest Cohost: Ashe Woodwardhttps://ashewoodward.carrd.co/Ashe Woodward is a multi-talent...
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
What do Bruce Springsteen and horror have in common? I got to share my thoughts on both all in one podcast interview. podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/e... #springsteen #horrormovies
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Exploring the Dark Side: Ashe Woodward on Horror, Writing, and Bruce Springsteen
Podcast Episode · Set Lusting Bruce: The Bruce Springsteen Fan Podcast · 2025-10-31 · 49m
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 01/11/2025
Gone but not forgotten! 👻 Halloween may be over but that's no reason to stop watching horror movies. Check out these pics to keep the spooky going all year to keep your survival chops in shape. open.substack.com/pub/horrorhe... #halloween #horrormovies #horrorissurvival #horrorsky #horrorcommunity
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
The hush-hush 🤫 premiere of the first 2 episodes of ‘It: Welcome to Derry’ 🤡 on location 🎥 in Port Hope last night! 🖤Thanks to @hbomax.bsky.social and #ontariocreates for such a great event in the community! 🍿 🏫 #horrorcommunity #horrorsky #welcometoderry #it #stephenkingsit
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
Indie Horror Filmmaker, George Miranda, breaking down some horror influences on his latest project. #spookyscholars FULL episode out now wherever you support podcasts! #horror #horrorpodcast #horrorsky #indiehorror #filmmaking
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
Director Chris Kelly shares his Sweeney Todd insights with me and how they shaped an original barber slasher of his own. youtube.com/shorts/BeWUT... #horrormovies #indiehorror #demonbarber #horrorshorts #sweeneytodd Get the FULL episode of The Spooky Scholars Podcats wherever you like to listen! 💀
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The Demon Barber Returns: Inside a New Horror Film
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David Cornelius @davidcornelius.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
#DaveOfTheDead TV no 12. Monstrum, "The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies."
Monstrum "The Unspoken Rules of Slasher Movies"
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 25/10/2025
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When the East Wing of the White House Has Been Demolished, What Horror Movies Should I Watch?
Americana horror for the week of Halloween
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
I wish we corrected people who use ‘vagina’ in place of ‘vulva’ as much as we do when people say ‘Frankenstein’ instead of ‘Frankenstein’s monster’. It says a lot about who we are as a society.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
Ep. 93: We talk with the haunted house MASTER - Marty from Long Island Haunted Firehouse, who scared the ACTUAL 💩💩💩 out of someone! ://youtube.com/shorts/owM4KkTeYVA?si=cgpcSZajOznPtQZ- #longislanghauntedfirehouse #hauntedhouse #scaredthecrapouttame #horrorsky #halloween #scary
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Haunted House Birthday Surprise 💩
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 09/10/2025
Talking Hellraiser and the Human Experience with Amethysta Herrick of The Purplepaw Clan on the latest episode of Spooky Scholars! @amethysta.io #hellraiser #horrormovies #horrorstudies #queeridentity
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 04/10/2025
If you've never considered what a perfect vehicle horror is for Indigenous stories, well, let's change that: open.substack.com/pub/horrorhe... #truthandreconciliationday #indigenoushorror #horrorsky
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When It’s Truth and Reconciliation Day, What Horror Movies Should I Watch?
Indigenous horror for your reflection
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
Got a former CNN International journalis and author to weigh-in on som "media horror". We watched 'Monolith' (2022) with @chrisriker.bsky.social . One of our most relevant episodes to date and it's only the start of Season 5!! #horrorsky #horrorcommunity spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/3RQ4DPXT3Wb
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If It Bleeds, It Leads with Journalist and Author Chris Riker by The Spooky Scholars Podcast
We’re back and jumping right into the scandalous worlds of storytelling and journalism with former CNN International journalist, Chris Riker.Join us as we dissect the gripping themes of the Australian...
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 28/09/2025
This one took a little longer to release as I watched the last few weeks play out in a lot of disbelief and rage. Anyhoo, thanks for reading and supporting Freedom of Speech and Freedome of Expression! open.substack.com/pub/horrorhe... #freespeech #freedomofexpression #horrormovies #horrorcommunity
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When Free Speech Is in Jeopardy, What Horror Movies Should I Watch?
Horror’s lessons for us on surviving the moment with our rights in tact
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 15/09/2025
Want an unconventional horror curriculum (plus non-Amazon places to buy them)?: www.patreon.com/posts/curric... #curriculum #horrorbooks #horrorcommunity #horrorsky
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Curriculum: Unconventional Non-fiction Horror | The Spooky Scholars Podcast
Get more from The Spooky Scholars Podcast on Patreon
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
And not so different from slasher structure! 🩸
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Kadrolsha Ona Carole @kadrolsha.bsky.social · 07/09/2025
With Weapons, Sinners, And Bring Her Back, This Is A Great Year For Horror, But It’s Still Not Better Than 1999 #hollywoodentertainmentnews #horror #movies #Wow hollywoodentertainmentnews.com/movies/with-...
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 06/09/2025
"Not in MY movie!" 💀 The hope was short-lived, but here's some horror movies about bad guys coming back from the dead to...cheer you up? #substack #horror #horrorauthor
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Mo Moshaty @momoshaty.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
Sharing our speaker tiles for #NightTideMag's first Horror Symposium, THE HORROR OF BECOMING, taking place on Oct 4th & 5th. In our BODY HORROR BLOCK: Avie M. Fields The Myth Map of Final Girls & Black Bodies in Horror 🎟️ tinyurl.com/3fcmnauw 👻📽️📚
Still of a final girl confrontation, for Avie M. Fields’ talk The Myth Map of Final Girls and Black Bodies in Horror, Body Horror, at NightTide Magazine’s Meeting of the Morbid Minds: The Horror of Becoming.
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Ashe Sass-Woodward @sassorcista.bsky.social · 04/09/2025
As if we could add anything to make it more wonderful! Well, maybe some horror movies... horrorhelpline.substack.com/p/when-gavin... #horrormovies #horrorispolitical #satire
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When Gavin Newsom is Trolling Trump, What Horror Movies Should I Watch ?
More genius satire and giving bullies a taste of their own toxicity, please.
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