The horror genre has a long and fascinating history, going hand-in-hand with the very history of film from almost the very start. As long as people have been using film to tell stories, they’ve also been using those stories to scare people senseless. From innovative camera tricks to impressive makeup wizardry, the films listed here…
Author: Ben Falbo
Cartoons are a cornerstone of any memorable childhood and even young adulthood, many of us being molded by the shows we consumed in our formative years. Whether it was geared exclusively for kids or not, the world of animation can have an immense impact on people. This means that cartoons, much like any other form…
The horror genre is perhaps one of the most dependable genres in the world of fiction, being able to be taken in a myriad of different directions. From big-budget theatrical horror to smaller independent productions, the genre is rife with variety and originality. However, one place that’s been providing horror with a fertile venue for…
The internet is a wild place to be sure. From homegrown websites to original art and writing, the World Wide Web is a treasure trove of diverse content. However, sometimes a writer or creator can do their job a little too well, crafting something that blurs the lines between fact and fiction. From horror stories…
When it comes to the media we create or consume, the formats we utilize to do so are just as important as the content itself. As the decades have passed we’ve seen video technology evolve time and time again to better suit the needs of the current consumer. This does mean that, as time passes,…
If ever there was someone you needed to know you could trust, it would most definitely be your doctor. After all, medical professionals play an important role in our world, helping those of us with ailments and injuries, assuring us that we’ll be okay. However, there have been times when those with authority over our…
The world of video games is an endlessly fascinating place, especially when you peek behind the curtain and learn its inner workings. Controversy is no stranger to video games, whether it’s attributed to a specific title or the people who made it. In this list, we’ll be running down some fascinating examples of various times…
How often do you think about the books that you read? For many, you likely pick up a book, enjoy yourself, and then put it down, likely only revisiting it when it comes up in conversation. However, this would be doing a great disservice to the often controversial world of publishing and the backstories of…
When it comes to true crime stories, urban environments often serve as a hotbed for vicious murders and nefarious deeds. Presented here are ten examples of urban true crime stories, ranging from mob violence to serial killers to meticulously planned robberies. This article does feature mentions of graphic violence, drug use, and sexual assault, so…
The world of professional wrestling is perhaps one of pop culture’s most intriguing and consistently befuddling mediums. A form of sports that has one foot in fiction and the other in reality, you’ll often hear a swath of insane stories surrounding the squared circle. From violent backstage incidents to intense legal proceedings outside of the…
Whether it’s the most crowded cities or the sleepiest of suburbs, one needn’t look too far for what evil men can do. However, the often tranquil countryside or the most desolate of rural locales can also play host to some truly horrific events. From small towns to scenic farmlands, these rural true crime stories will…
When it comes to street foods, you might be accustomed to your local Halal cart, or maybe that hot dog stand on the corner. However, if you are willing to expand your cultural horizons even further, an entirely new world of food will open up for you. Japanese culture boasts some of the most creative…
From media moguls to tech startups to venture capitalists, there is certainly a sizable crop of rich people one can look at for examples of financial success. However, if there’s one thing we find more entertaining than rich people, it’s the often inevitable moment when everything goes up in smoke for them. From Elizabeth Holmes…
The world of true crime is a diverse place of various incidents, running a wide gamut of locations and circumstances. From city prowling serial killers to incidents in international waters, you can never been too sure where evil will make its presence felt. Case in point, the suburbs, in any community, are often regarded as…
Nature is a funny thing, in that it can provide for us just as easily as it can lead to our destruction. From extinction events to tsunamis to volcanic eruptions, Mother Nature has proven to be deadlier than the biggest cinematic kaiju. Given the rampant amount of these events that have happened here on Earth,…