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"THE BLOB" IS BLOATED WITH THE BLOOD OF ITS VICTIMS! RUN!"

PIC INFO: Resolution at 1050×1500 -- Spotlight on movie poster design for the theatrical re-release of the 1958 American sci-fi/horror classic "The Blob," directed by Irvin S. Yeaworth Jr. Artwork by Kellerman Design.

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On August 11, 1961, The Angry Red Planet debuted in Peru.

Here's some new art inspired by the sci-fi classic!

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THE MOST LEGENDARY & ICONIC CANDIAN 🇨🇦 ACTOR & MUSICIAN 🎶 IN CINEMA 🎥 & ENTERTAINMENT OF THE WHOLE WORLD 🌎 IN HISTORY

Reeves was born in Beirut, Lebanon, on September 2, 1964, the son of Patricia (née Taylor), a costume designer and performer, and Samuel Nowlin Reeves Jr. His mother is English, originating from Essex. His American father is from Hawaii, and is of Native Hawaiian, Chinese, English, and Portuguese descent. Reeves' paternal grandmother is of Hawaiian and Chinese descent. His mother was working in Beirut when she met his father, who abandoned his wife and family when Reeves was three years old. Reeves last met his father on the Hawaiian island of Kauai when he was 13.

He is a Canadian actor and musician. He is the recipient of numerous accolades in a career on screen spanning four decades. In 2020, The New York Times ranked him as the fourth-greatest actor of the 21st century, and in 2022 Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Reeves is known for his leading roles in action films, his amiable public image, and his philanthropic efforts.

Born in Beirut and raised in Toronto, he made his acting debut in the Canadian television series Hangin' In (1984), before making his feature-film debut in Youngblood (1986). Reeves had his breakthrough role in the science-fiction comedy Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure (1989), and he reprised his role in the sequel Bill & Ted's Bogus Journey (1991). He gained praise for playing a hustler in the independent drama My Own Private Idaho (1991) and established himself as an action hero with leading roles in Point Break (1991) and Speed (1994). Following several box-office disappointments, Reeves's performance in the horror film The Devil's Advocate (1997) was well received. Greater stardom came with his role as Neo in The Matrix (1999); Reeves became the highest paid actor for a single production for reprising the role in its sequels The Matrix Reloaded and The Matrix Revolutions (both 2003).

He played John Constantine in Constantine (2005) and starred in the romantic drama The Lake House (2006), the science fiction thriller The Day the Earth Stood Still and the crime thriller Street Kings (both 2008). He made his feature-film directorial debut with Man of Tai Chi (2013). Following another commercially down period, Reeves made a career comeback by playing the titular assassin in the action John Wick film series (2014–present). He voiced Duke Caboom in Toy Story 4 (2019) and Johnny Silverhand in the video game Cyberpunk 2077 (2020) as well as its expansion. He also reprised his roles of Ted in Bill & Ted Face the Music (2020) and Neo in The Matrix: Resurrections (2021). Reeves reunited and toured with his band Dogstar in support of their first album in over two decades, Somewhere Between the Power Lines and Palm Trees (2023).

In addition to his career as an actor and musician, Reeves is the co-writer and creator of the BRZRKR franchise, which started with the original comic book (2021–2023) and since expanded to include numerous spin-offs, including the BRZRKR spin-off The Book of Elsewhere with China Miéville. An avid motorcyclist, Reeves is the co-founder of the custom manufacturer ARCH Motorcycle, and is a co-founder of the production company Company Films with his associate Stephen Hamel.

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It's Crustacean Week at the BPCL, and we have another Crab Monster for you!

Roger Corman is a prolific director and producer known for his independent science fiction and horror films, among others. One of his earliest films was Attack of the Crab Monsters in 1957, which features a group of scientists who travel to an island in the Pacific to investigate why the previous scientists went missing. Turns out, they were killed by giant, telepathic crab monsters mutated by nuclear radiation. This two-page spread is from Roger Corman: King of the B Movie : Crab Monsters, Teenage Cavemen, and Candy Stripe Nurses (2013) by Chris Nashawaty and features a behind-the-scenes look at the film's production.

The Browne Popular Culture Library, founded in 1969, is the most comprehensive archive of its kind in the United States.  Our focus and mission is to acquire and preserve research materials on American Popular Culture (post 1876) for curricular and research use. Visit our website at https://www.bgsu.edu/library/pcl.html.

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Attack of the Crab Monsters (1957)

In 1957, Roger Corman directed nine movies. Shot on the cheap and usually cranked out in ten caffeinated days, Corman's output during that Eisenhower-era annus mirabilis included such drive-in diversions as Rock All Night, The Undead, and The Saga of the Viking Woman and Their Voyage to the Waters of the Great Sea Serpent. All of these films (well, most of them at least) have their merits. But there's one that stands out for its willingness to grapple with weightier questions than the fates of bobbysoxers and bargain-basement bogeymen -- the luridly titled Attack of the Crab Monsters. Distributed by Poverty Row studio Allied Artists, Crab Monsters was released on February 10, 1957, as part of a Corman sci-fi double bill alongside Not of This Earth. Taken together, these two cautionary tales form the backbone of Corman's early obsession with the apocalyptic power of the A-bomb and the hubris of well-meaning scientists who, a short decade earlier, had unleashed a new form of wrath on the world in Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Written by Charles B. Griffith, who would go on to pen several other Corman classics line 1960's The Little Shop of Horrors and 1975's Death Race 2000, the $70,000 Crab Monsters kicks off with a crew of scientists arriving by seaplane on an unnamed deserted island in the South Pacific. They're there to find out what happened to a previous research team that went missing. Could it have something to do with the fact that the island is smack sab in the middle of a nuclear testing zone? Before they have a chance to find out, things go disastrously wrong: One of the seamen bringing them ashore by raft falls overboard, only to resurface missing his head. Then, as the seaplane lifts off to return to the mainland, it explodes in midair. The table is set.

The team of stranded brainiacs include Dale Drewer (Richard Garland in an ascot), Martha Hunter (Pamela Duncan wearing more makeup and tighter sweaters than one might expect in the jungle), and Hank Chapman (a pre-Gilligan's Island Russell Johnson). Soon, they discover a journal filled with ominous entries of distress and hear the mysterious disembodied voices of the dead summoning them to the island's caves, where they finally come face-to-face with...huge, radioactive, papier-mache crustaceans with claws operated by piano wire able to absorb the thoughts of any human brain they nosh on! At one point, a crab monster telepathically warns: "So, you have wounded me! I must grow a new claw, well and good! For I can do it in a day! But will you grow new legs when I have taken yours from you?"

As the victims of this atomic retribution start to pile up, Corman's chilling allegory of nuclear folly becomes a briskly paced meditation on our most destructive impulses. We've played God and now must pay for our sins. In more ways than one, Attack of the Crab Monsters is a B movie with a bite.

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Above: Production shot from the set of Attack of the Crab Monsters (1957). Pamela Duncan practices running in terror, lest she become the next entrée in Corman's seafood smorgasbord.

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Calling all true believers! A week from today at LA's Philosophical Research Society--and on your computer screen!--I will deliver my Miskatonic Institute of Horror Studies lecture "Based On a True Story", an examination of the legacy of the Amitvyille Horror, one of the world's most enduring hoaxes. Though outed as a scam in its early days, it still produced a best-selling novel; the then-highest grossing independent American film of all time; and literally countless books and movies. It seems there is something exciting about believing in the so-called Horror...but what? What urge does it satisfy, what void does it fill? Why, as one bombastic movie trailer claims, did it make millions "believe in the unbelievable"? I'll examine the story's factual origins, its fictional distortions, a little cognitive science, and a bit of classic philosophy to try to understand why the world still wants to believe in the reality of the Amityville Horror.

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I have compiled all the free movies I could find that are 1990's and older all easy to watch in my youtube playlist, Enjoy!

Frankenstein is a 1910 American shortsilenthorror film produced by Edison Studios. Directed by J. Searle Dawley, This short motion picture is generally recognized by film historians as the first screen adaptation of Shelley's work. (CW/Attempted murder/Child death/Death/Depression/Islamophobia/Murder/Parental abandonment/Xenophobia)

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a 1912horror film based on both Robert Louis Stevenson's novella Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde (1886) and on the 1887 play version written by Thomas Russell Sullivan. Directed by Lucius Henderson. (CW/Death/Murder/Suicide/Violence)

Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror is a 1922 silentGerman Expressionisthorror film directed by F. W. Murnau. (CW/Sex & Nudity/Violence & Gore/Profanity/Alcohol/Drugs & Smoking/Frightening & Intense Scenes)

Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde is a 1920 American silenthorror film produced by Famous Players-Lasky and was directed by John S. Robertson. (CW/violence/profanity)

The Hunchback of Notre Dame is a 1923 American drama film starring Lon Chaney, directed by Wallace Worsley, and produced by Carl Laemmle and Irving Thalberg. (CW/Sex & Nudity/Violence & Gore/Profanity/Frightening & Intense Scenes)

The Phantom of the Opera is a 1925 American silenthorror filmadaptation of Gaston Leroux's 1910 novel Le Fantôme de l'Opéra, directed by Rupert Julian and starring Lon Chaney. (CW/Sex & Nudity/Violence & Gore/Profanity/Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking/Frightening & Intense Scenes.)

The Brain That Wouldn't Die (also known as The Head That Wouldn't Die or The Brain That Couldn't Die) is a 1962 American science fictionhorror film directed by Joseph Green. (CW/Sex & Nudity/Violence & Gore/Profanity/Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking/Frightening & Intense Scenes)

The Last Man on Earth is a 1964 post-apocalyptic science fiction horror film based on the 1954 novel I Am Legend by Richard Matheson. The film was produced by Robert L. Lippert and directed by Ubaldo Ragona and Sidney Salkow, and stars Vincent Price.(CW/Violence & Gore/Profanity/Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking/Frightening & Intense Scenes)

Night of the Living Dead is a 1968 American independent horror film directed, photographed, and edited by George A. Romero. (CW/Sex & Nudity/Violence & Gore/Profanity/Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking/Frightening & Intense Scenes)

More movies to be added later on, if you have any requests or know of any public domain works you want me to add just ask.

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Top 10 Iconic Directors and Their Masterpieces

Top 10 Iconic Directors and Their Masterpieces

Cinema is an art form that has evolved dramatically since its inception, and much of this evolution can be attributed to the vision and creativity of its directors. These filmmakers have not only shaped the industry but have also left an indelible mark on popular culture. Here, we explore ten iconic directors and their masterpieces that have defined their careers and influenced generations of cinephiles.

1. Alfred Hitchcock

Masterpiece: Psycho (1960)

Alfred Hitchcock, often dubbed the "Master of Suspense," revolutionized the thriller genre with his meticulous direction and innovative storytelling techniques. "Psycho," with its shocking narrative and iconic shower scene, remains a benchmark for horror and suspense films. Hitchcock's ability to build tension and create psychological depth in his characters set a standard for filmmakers worldwide.

2. Stanley Kubrick

Masterpiece: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)

Stanley Kubrick was known for his versatility and perfectionism, producing landmark films across various genres. "2001: A Space Odyssey" is a groundbreaking work of science fiction that pushed the boundaries of visual effects and narrative structure. Its philosophical exploration of humanity, technology, and extraterrestrial life continues to inspire and challenge audiences.

3. Steven Spielberg

Masterpiece: Schindler’s List (1993)

Steven Spielberg is a master storyteller whose films span from thrilling blockbusters to poignant historical dramas. "Schindler’s List," a harrowing depiction of the Holocaust, showcases Spielberg’s ability to handle sensitive subject matter with depth and compassion. The film’s powerful narrative and emotional impact have cemented its place as a cinematic classic.

4. Martin Scorsese

Masterpiece: Goodfellas (1990)

Martin Scorsese’s dynamic and often gritty portrayal of American life, particularly in crime dramas, has made him a legendary figure in cinema. "Goodfellas," a visceral dive into the world of organized crime, is celebrated for its fast-paced storytelling, rich character development, and stylish direction. Scorsese's deep understanding of human nature and moral ambiguity shines through in this iconic film.

5. Francis Ford Coppola

Masterpiece: The Godfather (1972)

Francis Ford Coppola’s adaptation of Mario Puzo’s novel "The Godfather" is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made. The film’s exploration of family, power, and betrayal, coupled with its impeccable casting and atmospheric direction, has influenced countless filmmakers. Coppola’s nuanced storytelling and grand vision brought a new level of artistry to the gangster genre.

6. Quentin Tarantino

Masterpiece: Pulp Fiction (1994)

Quentin Tarantino’s distinct style, characterized by sharp dialogue, nonlinear narratives, and a penchant for violence, has made him one of the most recognizable directors of modern cinema. "Pulp Fiction" is a quintessential Tarantino film, blending dark humor, eclectic characters, and a unique storytelling approach. Its impact on independent cinema and pop culture is profound.

7. Akira Kurosawa

Masterpiece: Seven Samurai (1954)

Akira Kurosawa’s influence extends far beyond Japan, with his films laying the groundwork for many modern cinematic techniques. "Seven Samurai" is an epic tale of heroism and sacrifice, notable for its innovative use of action sequences and character development. Kurosawa’s meticulous craft and narrative prowess have inspired directors across the globe.

8. Christopher Nolan

Masterpiece: Inception (2010)

Christopher Nolan’s cerebral and visually stunning films have redefined modern blockbuster cinema. "Inception," with its complex narrative structure and groundbreaking visual effects, explores the nature of dreams and reality. Nolan’s ability to blend intellectual depth with mainstream appeal has made him a standout director of the 21st century.

9. Federico Fellini

Masterpiece: La Dolce Vita (1960)

Federico Fellini’s work is known for its vivid imagination and exploration of human nature. "La Dolce Vita," a sprawling narrative set in Rome, captures the decadence and existential angst of post-war Italy. Fellini’s stylistic flourishes and thematic depth have made his films enduring works of art.

10. Ingmar Bergman

Masterpiece: The Seventh Seal (1957)

Ingmar Bergman’s introspective and often existential films delve deeply into the human psyche. "The Seventh Seal," with its iconic imagery and profound philosophical questions, examines life, death, and faith. Bergman’s ability to confront the most fundamental aspects of human existence has earned him a revered place in cinema history.

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Conclusion

These ten directors have not only crafted some of the most memorable films in history but have also significantly influenced the art of filmmaking. Their masterpieces continue to inspire, challenge, and captivate audiences, ensuring their legacies endure for generations to come.

[litgenchronicles]

Graphic Novels: A Genre for the Visual Storyteller.

What are Graphic Novels?

Graphic novels are books that tell stories through a combination of text and illustrations, usually arranged in panels and pages that resemble comic strips. Graphic novels are not necessarily novels in the traditional sense, as they can also include non-fiction, anthologies, or collections of short stories. Graphic novels are also not a subgenre of comics, although they share some similarities and history. Rather, graphic novels are a format that can encompass any genre, style, or theme.

How did Graphic Novels emerge and evolve?

Graphic novels are a relatively new term that emerged in the late 20th century and gained popularity in the 21st century. Some of the precursors of graphic novels include European albums, which are hardcover books that contain original or serialized comic stories, such as The Adventures of Tintin or The Ballad of the Salty Sea1; and American underground comix, which are self-published or independent comic books that explore adult or controversial topics, such as A Contract with God or La rivolta dei racchi1. Graphic novels were influenced by the development of the graphic novel market, which allowed creators to produce and distribute longer and more diverse works, and the graphic novel canon, which recognized and celebrated the artistic and literary merits of graphic novels, such as Maus, The Dark Knight Returns, or Watchmen23.

What are the characteristics and themes of Graphic Novels?

Graphic novels are characterized by their use of visual and verbal elements, such as images, words, colors, fonts, layouts, and transitions. Graphic novels often exploit the possibilities and limitations of the medium, such as breaking the fourth wall, playing with time and space, or using symbolism and metaphor. Graphic novels also allow the reader to participate in the creation and interpretation of the story, as they have to fill in the gaps between panels and pages, and decode the meaning of the images and words. Graphic novels also challenge the notions of authorship, authority, and authenticity, as the story can be influenced by the collaboration, adaptation, or appropriation of multiple agents.

Some of the common themes of graphic novels are:

The relationship between language and reality.

The impact of history and culture on identity and society.

The exploration of new forms of expression and communication.

The critique of the conventions and expectations of the medium.

The celebration of creativity and innovation.

What are some notable examples of Graphic Novels?

There are many examples of graphic novels that have been bestsellers, critically acclaimed, or adapted into other media. Here are some of them:

Persepolis (2000) by Marjane Satrapi: A memoir that depicts the author’s childhood and adolescence in Iran during and after the Islamic Revolution. It was made into an animated film in 2007.

Fun Home (2006) by Alison Bechdel: A memoir that explores the author’s relationship with her father, a closeted gay man and a funeral home director, and her own sexuality. It was adapted into a musical in 2013.

The Walking Dead (2003–present) by Robert Kirkman and various artists: A horror series that follows a group of survivors in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies. It was turned into a TV series in 2010.

Saga (2012–present) by Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples: A science fiction and fantasy series that tells the story of a couple from warring alien races and their daughter, who are pursued by various factions across the galaxy. It has won multiple awards, including the Hugo Award and the Eisner Award.

American Born Chinese (2006) by Gene Luen Yang: A graphic novel that interweaves three stories: one about a Chinese American boy who struggles with his identity and culture, one about a Chinese folk hero who wants to be a god, and one about a racist caricature of a Chinese immigrant. It was the first graphic novel to be nominated for the National Book Award.

Conclusion.

Graphic novels are a genre that reflects the realities and potentials of the visual age. They offer new ways of experiencing and creating stories, as well as new perspectives on the role and function of literature in the contemporary world. Graphic novels are not a trivial or superficial genre, but a valid and valuable form of literature that deserves attention and appreciation.

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2024 Sundance Film Festival – Here I Come!!

Hi there! My name is Ryan, and I am a freshman in the graduating class of 2027 at Eckerd College, currently undeclared, and I love photography, films, music, and going to concerts. Hence, the photo above that I took at a concert I attended. 

I am taking a Winter Term class along with other film enthusiasts and we are learning all about Indie films (short for Independent films) which are films not produced under the major Hollywood studio labels. The class ends with a trip to Park City, Utah to attend the 2024 Sundance Film Festival and I can’t wait!

In preparation for this event, we have been reviewing all the films that will be shown at the Sundance Film Festival. On examining my choices, I realize that from a theme perspective, I overwhelmingly prefer the science fiction genre. Of the twelve films I chose, five of them are science fiction. The remainder relate to some of my personal interests of music, comedy, mysteries, and drama.

Feature Films (5):

Freaky Tales, a bizarre fiction film that includes action, adventure, comedy, and drama all wrapped up in one. It is composed of four stories that somehow get tied together. The stories described appear to be totally different except for the fact they all are located in Oakland. I am interested in how they get tied together. Whether it be sequential or if everything gets put together at the very end.

The American Society of Magical Negroes is a satirical comedy. It looks to be a cross of Harry Potter and race relations but with a comedic twist. This is Kobi Libii’s feature film directorial debut. I am really looking forward to it as he writes and performs on Comedy Central.

The Babadook looks to be a standard sci-fi horror film where the monster comes to life. When these are done well they never disappoint. 

I Saw the TV Glow appears to be a combination of horror, drama, and the supernatural. However, any time a film contains the supernatural as this does, it also falls into the science fiction genre even if it is not called out. So this hits three areas of interest for me as in addition to sci-fi, I enjoy dramas and horror films.

As I like crime dramas, the Black Box Diaries appeals to me as it seems to be a cross between Law and Order SVU, one of my favorite dramas, and a dark autobiography as the writer investigates her own sexual assault. 

Shorts (5):

The Looming is a horror film and looks to be pretty scary. Sundance’s description states that Chester has dementia but when the virtual assistant, Luna, detects a noise, it becomes questionable. The pictures are scary and quite disturbing. I hope that I can stomach it. 

Dream Creep is another scary story where a couple wakes up in the middle of the night due to sounds coming from an unlikely orifice or hole in the house. I hope it is well done because a good scare is always worthwhile.

Object 817 is another sci-fi film. It sounds like a typical government cover up of the existence of aliens. These are the things I want to know. How long has the cover up been going on? Who in the government knows about it? How have they kept it a secret? And where in the world is Ural?

The Masterpiece appears to be a mystery where the tables get turned and the sellers become the buyers. I always love a good mystery that keeps me on the edge of my seat. I think this is going to be one of them.

The Lost Season is a sci-fi film but otherwise it is somewhat of a departure from the other films in that it is animated. It seems very mysterious as the Sundance Film Festival description is sparse, only saying, “Winter is over. Continue watching.” The corresponding picture is of footprints in the snow. I always love a mystery so this is right up my alley. 

Indie Episodic/New Frontier (2):

With my great interest in music, ENO is perfect for me. This film is a biographical documentary about Brian Eno. He is a British producer, composer, keyboardist, and singer and created the genre of ambient music. He is known for producing a diverse group of artists. These include David Bowie, U2, and Talking Heads to name a few. He has released over 40 solo and collaboration albums. I am very excited to see this film and learn more about him and his various creative processes. It states on the Sundance website that the film will include original interviews as well as much never-before-seen footage and unreleased music. I think it is going to be a very interesting film.

Being (The Digital Griot) appears to be a very timely subject. With the advancements in artificial intelligence coming to the forefront of society, I wonder if this sci-fi film is going to have an ominous tone in addressing computers as in Stanley Kubrick's film, A Space Odyssey.

Two other films I found interesting and hope to make time to see are Will and Harper and Little Death. Hopefully, Will Ferrrell will put a humorous spin on a serious subject in Will and Harper. 

While I’m not sure where Little Death will take us, I have always liked David Schwimmer and he has been able to transition from Friends to more serious roles.

It looks like the festival has a lot to offer this year and I am so excited to attend my first Sundance Film Festival. It should be a great time!

-Ryan McCormick

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Plan 9 from Outer Space (1959) produced, written, directed, and edited by Ed Wood.

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The Blob is an American independent science fiction horror movie directed by Irvin Yeaworth and written by Theodore Simonson and Kate Phillips, released theatrically in 1958 and distributed by Paramount Pictures. The film follows a mysterious alien mass with carnivorous tendencies crashing down in rural Pennsylvania via an asteroid, regularly growing larger and angrier with the more it eats. The film has become a cult classic, regularly being played in drive-in movies around the time it released, and also garnering a sequel in 1972 and a remake 1988 with a much more sinister approach. The Blob serves as an inspiration for the FMP due to the poster, another classic mid 20th century poster, which can serve as an inspiration for how I do a poster for Aphrodite.

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Today in horror / sci fi movie history: on August 17, 1963 The Brain That Wouldn't Die debuted in Ottawa, Canada.

Here's some Closet Monster fan art to mark the occasion!

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Happy Birthday 🎂 🥳 🎉 🎈 🎁 🎊 To You

The Most Alluring & Sexiest Colombian👩🏽 🇨🇴🧡 American Actress Since Sofia Vergara

Born On May 29th, 1979

Henao was born in Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia. She and her family emigrated to New Jersey. After high school she served three years with the U.S. Army. After the service, Henao enrolled at the New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts to study acting.

She is a Colombian-American film and television actress. She has co-starred in a number of films such as Illegal Tender (2007), Fighting (2009), Takers (2010), Boy Wonder (2011), Hostel: Part III, The Single Moms Club (2014), True Memoirs of an International Assassin (2016). In 2014 she began starring as one of the lead characters in the Oprah Winfrey Network series, If Loving You Is Wrong.

Henao appeared in two small films, and in 2007 made her television debut in an episode of Lifetime drama series, Army Wives. In the same year she also guest-starred on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit. Also in 2007, Henao had supporting roles in films Illegal Tender and Feel the Noise. In 2008 she starred in the horror film Grizzly Park, and appeared opposite Charles S. Dutton in a Lifetime Original Movie Racing for Time.

In 2009, Henao had the female lead role in the sports film Fighting alongside Channing Tatum, and also appeared in the science fiction film S. Darko. In 2011 she starred in the independent psychological-thriller film, Boy Wonder. Henao also has appeared in Takers (2010) and Hostel: Part III (2011).

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Horror Movie Genres: Complete List

BODY HORROR

A horrific change of the body, be that through mutation, disfiguration, or any other disturbing transformation. Differs from gore due to the existential dread that comes with losing yourself.

“A Cure for Wellness” - 2016 “Videodrome” - 1983 “Uzumaki” - 2000 “Black Swan” - 2010

MELT MOVIES

A specific type of body horror that includes the melting of flesh and bone.

“The Blob” - 1988 “The Evil Dead” - 1981 “Gremlins” - 1984 “The Beyond” - 1981

FOUND FOOTAGE

But where was it found?

“Cloverfield” - 2008 “Grave Encounters” - 2011 “The Blair Witch Project” - 1999 “REC” - 2007

PSYCHOLOGICAL HORROR 

Horror that plays with your mind.

“His House” - 2020 “10 Cloverfield Lane” - 2016 “Cube” - 1997 “Silence of the Lambs” - 1991

HOME INVASION

Where you’re most vulnerable. 

“Us” - 2019 “Don’t Breathe” - 2016 “Hush” - 2016 “The Purge” - 2013

SLASHER

Surrounding a killer stalking and murdering a group of people. 

“Halloween” - 1978 “A Nightmare on Elm Street” - 1984 “Friday the 13th” - 1980 “Fear Street Part One: 1994″ - 2021

REVENGE HORROR

The perpetrators of an injustice getting their dues. 

“May” - 2002 “I Spit on Your Grave” - 2010 “American Mary” - 2012 “Ma” - 2019

GORE

What it says on the tin. Gore was very big in the ‘00s. 

“Martyrs” - 2008 “Saw” - 2004 “Hostel” - 2005 “Audition” - 1999

FOLK HORROR

Surrounding the darker side of “folk” - anything anti-modern and regionalised. Includes cults, lore, and sometimes ancient magic.

“In the Earth” - 2021 “Blood on Satan’s Claw” - 1971 “The Lighthouse” - 2019 “A Field in England” - 2013

WITCH-BASED FOLK HORROR

“The Blair Witch Project” - 1999 “The VVitch” - 2015 “Suspiria” - 2018 “Gretel and Hansel” - 2020

CULT-BASED FOLK HORROR

“The Ritual” - 2017 “Midsommar” - 2019 “Wicker Man” - 1973 “Kill List” - 2011

CANNIBAL HORROR

Horror surrounding the consumption of human flesh.

“Raw” - 2016 “Green Inferno” - 2013 “Cannibal Holocaust” - 1980 “The Hills Have Eyes” - 1977

GRINDHOUSE (AKA EXPLOITATION HORROR)

Often cheaply made, seen as trashy by some, uses sensationalist violence to draw in an audience.

“House of Whipcord” - 1974 “The Texas Chain Saw Massacre” - 1974 “Frightmare” - 1974 “Death Proof” - 2007

GIALLO

Heavily stylised Italian suspense/horror movies that feature shocking scenes of gore.

“Suspiria” - 1977 “A Lizard in Woman’s Skin” - 1971 “Deep Red” - 1975 “Blood and Black Lace” - 1964

VAMPIRE HORROR

The bloodsucking undead.

“Let the Right One In” - 2008 “30 Days of Night” - 2007 “Thirst” - 2009 “A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night” - 2014

GOTHIC HORROR

Gothic themes such as old manors, vampires, and dreary weather.

“Crimson Peak” - 2015 “The Others” - 2001 “Dracula” - 1958 “The Whip and the Body” - 1963

SUPERNATURAL

Unexplainable phenomena. Can include ghosts, but doesn’t have to.

“The Exorcist” - 1973 “It Follows” - 2014 “The Omen” - 1976 “The Babadook” - 2014

GHOST/SPIRIT HORROR

The one does need to have ghosts.

“Ringu” - 1998 “Veronica” - 2017 “The Conjuring” - 2013 “The Grudge” 2004

ZOMBIE HORROR

Remember when everyone was really into the idea of a zombie apocalypse? What changed...

“Night of the Living Dead” - 1968 “28 Days Later” - 2002 “Little Monsters” - 2019 “Planet Terror” - 2007

CREATURE FEATURES

I count this as anything with an animal threatening your life, to differentiate it from a monster movie - killer bees instead of Godzilla, a massive bear instead of Frankenstein’s monster. 

“Crawl” - 2019 “Jaws” - 1975 “The Birds” - 1963 “Lake Placid” - 1999

INDIE HORROR

Usually made for a lower budget, independently from a larger studio. 

“The Void” - 2016 “Creep” - 2014 “V/H/S” - 2012 “Resolution” - 2012

ALLEGORICAL

A film that has one story on the surface, but is a metaphor for another.

“Hereditary” - 2018 “The Platform” - 2019 “District 9″ - 2009 “They Live” - 1988

SCI-FI HORROR

A mixture of science-fiction and horror. 

“Event Horizon” - 1997 “The Fly” - 1986 “Alien” - 1979 “Invasion of the Body Snatchers” - 1978

COSMIC HORROR

Surrounding the unexplainable phenomena of deep space/alternate dimensions. Notoriously hard to represent visually.  

“The Endless” - 2017 “The Thing” - 1982 “Annihilation” - 2018 “in the Mouth of Madness” 1994

AQUATIC HORROR

The scary deep sea. Or other body of water.

“The Abyss” 1989 “Underwater” 2020 “Sea Fever” - 2019 “Sphere” - 1998