🎅🎄 Matthew Jackson 🎄🎅
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One time I sat in the Munster Koach. HWA Member. @scaresshapedus.bsky.social Host. Lead Critic at Dread Central. Bylines at Pop Heist/AV Club/Fangoria/Bloody Disgusting/More. Austin Film Critics member. 🍅-approved.
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Today in the *final* Tracing The Shape, my 31-day essay series on John Carpenter's HALLOWEEN, I finally answer the question that's been gnawing at me: What does Michael Myers want?
Thanks to everyone for joining me on this deep dive journey.
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Thanks to everyone for joining me on this deep dive journey.
matthewjacksonwrites.com/tracing-the-...
Tracing The Shape 31: You Can't Kill The Boogeyman
Halloween, like Black Christmas and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, doesn't really end, not in the neat way we tend to think about. There's no real solution to anything, just two people who managed to s...
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I have written roughly 35,000 words about HALLOWEEN in the last 31 days. I think it might make a nice book. Seriously.
Any horror/film studies publishers interested in this?
Any horror/film studies publishers interested in this?
Who wants to come to my Figgy Pudding Seance?
December 6, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Who wants to come to my Figgy Pudding Seance?
I've known green demon dude for all of 30 seconds and he's already my favorite Star Wars character.
"Return of the Jedi" poster from Hungary. Artwork by Tibor Helényi.
December 6, 2025 at 7:43 AM
I've known green demon dude for all of 30 seconds and he's already my favorite Star Wars character.
Every time I see the toy store in this movie
December 6, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Every time I see the toy store in this movie
Friday Night is for The Classics
December 6, 2025 at 7:11 AM
Friday Night is for The Classics
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Ebenezer Scrooge: Goes outside
500 Muppets: There goes Mr Asshole! There Goes Mr Bitch!](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:6vxkf3dayl4uyc77vv6deraj/bafkreidpnqgypmc6oppofjfzndjgcuxavuzord76sblkc32n6opdjmyadm@jpeg)
HAMNET aka Men Will Literally Write an Entire Danish Tragedy Before Going to Therapy aka Behind Every Great Man is a Hard-Working Witch
EXTREMELY My Shit
Chloe Zhao was born to shoot 16th century England, good Lord.
Exquisite Motion Picture
EXTREMELY My Shit
Chloe Zhao was born to shoot 16th century England, good Lord.
Exquisite Motion Picture
December 6, 2025 at 6:16 AM
HAMNET aka Men Will Literally Write an Entire Danish Tragedy Before Going to Therapy aka Behind Every Great Man is a Hard-Working Witch
EXTREMELY My Shit
Chloe Zhao was born to shoot 16th century England, good Lord.
Exquisite Motion Picture
EXTREMELY My Shit
Chloe Zhao was born to shoot 16th century England, good Lord.
Exquisite Motion Picture
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Well I Re-MEM-BER
December 6, 2025 at 5:08 AM
Well I Re-MEM-BER
Man, didn't know Phil Collins circa 1983 was out here playing college football.
December 6, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Man, didn't know Phil Collins circa 1983 was out here playing college football.
Tonight's FYC screener
December 6, 2025 at 4:45 AM
Tonight's FYC screener
Youngest nephew is six months old today and my dude is ready for Santa.
By the way, that onesie? It was big on his older brother at 18 months. This kid is a Unit.
By the way, that onesie? It was big on his older brother at 18 months. This kid is a Unit.
December 6, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Youngest nephew is six months old today and my dude is ready for Santa.
By the way, that onesie? It was big on his older brother at 18 months. This kid is a Unit.
By the way, that onesie? It was big on his older brother at 18 months. This kid is a Unit.
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Toshiro Mifune in his Christmas sweater photographed for Eiga Star magazine, c. 1950
December 24, 2023 at 12:19 PM
Toshiro Mifune in his Christmas sweater photographed for Eiga Star magazine, c. 1950
Gonna take my dad and we might both cry.
"Part of Lucasfilm’s yearlong 50th anniversary celebration, a newly restored version of the classic Star Wars (1977) theatrical release — later renamed Star Wars: A New Hope — will play in theaters for a limited time." www.starwars.com/news/star-wa...
I AM SAT
I AM SAT
December 6, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Gonna take my dad and we might both cry.
CLAYHEM REIGNS
NEXT WEEK:
Friend of the Show @claymcleod.bsky.social returns to talk about his new book SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE, and we dig into the best adaptation of a classic story, 1978's INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS!
Episode drops 12/10 @ Noon Central!
Friend of the Show @claymcleod.bsky.social returns to talk about his new book SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE, and we dig into the best adaptation of a classic story, 1978's INVASION OF THE BODY SNATCHERS!
Episode drops 12/10 @ Noon Central!
December 6, 2025 at 3:30 AM
CLAYHEM REIGNS
Three things in life are certain:
- Death
- Taxes
- Ya Boy Will Always Get Sweaty Hauling in the Christmas Tree No Matter How Cold It Is Outside
- Death
- Taxes
- Ya Boy Will Always Get Sweaty Hauling in the Christmas Tree No Matter How Cold It Is Outside
December 6, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Three things in life are certain:
- Death
- Taxes
- Ya Boy Will Always Get Sweaty Hauling in the Christmas Tree No Matter How Cold It Is Outside
- Death
- Taxes
- Ya Boy Will Always Get Sweaty Hauling in the Christmas Tree No Matter How Cold It Is Outside
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A 1964 ad for RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER — which is back on NBC tonight 8pm ET.
The Rankin/Bass classic debuted on THE GENERAL ELECTRIC FANTASY HOUR — and the characters appeared in ads for G.E. products.
Watch the original commercials on YouTube:
youtu.be/4PJHPvm1cOw?... #Animation
The Rankin/Bass classic debuted on THE GENERAL ELECTRIC FANTASY HOUR — and the characters appeared in ads for G.E. products.
Watch the original commercials on YouTube:
youtu.be/4PJHPvm1cOw?... #Animation
December 6, 2025 at 12:48 AM
A 1964 ad for RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER — which is back on NBC tonight 8pm ET.
The Rankin/Bass classic debuted on THE GENERAL ELECTRIC FANTASY HOUR — and the characters appeared in ads for G.E. products.
Watch the original commercials on YouTube:
youtu.be/4PJHPvm1cOw?... #Animation
The Rankin/Bass classic debuted on THE GENERAL ELECTRIC FANTASY HOUR — and the characters appeared in ads for G.E. products.
Watch the original commercials on YouTube:
youtu.be/4PJHPvm1cOw?... #Animation
We did not see movies in theaters twice when I was a kid but I forced my Dad to make an exception for this one.
With traces of The Karate Kid & Home Alone pulsing through its DNA, the Jon Turteltaub-directed action comedy hit is light on its feet, bouncing between fights & laughs with campy, colorful momentum. If anything, its a solid pop culture time capsule of pure early 90s kids entertainment.
December 5, 2025 at 9:05 PM
We did not see movies in theaters twice when I was a kid but I forced my Dad to make an exception for this one.
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MAN FINDS TAPE is out now! Watch the movie, then check out our interview with the filmmakers!
NEW EPISODE:
@peterhallhuman.bsky.social and @paulgandersman.bsky.social, the filmmakers behind MAN FINDS TAPE, join the show this week to talk about their movie (out 12/5!) and dig into a pair of classics: STAND BY ME and ALIENS.
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@peterhallhuman.bsky.social and @paulgandersman.bsky.social, the filmmakers behind MAN FINDS TAPE, join the show this week to talk about their movie (out 12/5!) and dig into a pair of classics: STAND BY ME and ALIENS.
redcircle.com/shows/41a2d4...
Episode 58: Stand by Me and Aliens with Peter Hall and Paul Gandersman
Listen to The Scares That Shaped Us on RedCircle
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December 5, 2025 at 9:01 PM
MAN FINDS TAPE is out now! Watch the movie, then check out our interview with the filmmakers!
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I was quoted in a press release for TASKMASTER today.
I don't mean to be hyperbolic but it's maybe my Greatest Professional Achievement.
I don't mean to be hyperbolic but it's maybe my Greatest Professional Achievement.
December 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
I was quoted in a press release for TASKMASTER today.
I don't mean to be hyperbolic but it's maybe my Greatest Professional Achievement.
I don't mean to be hyperbolic but it's maybe my Greatest Professional Achievement.
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New at @dreadcentral.bsky.social, I reviewed @kierlajanisse.bsky.social's excellent narrative film debut, THE OCCUPANT OF THE ROOM, a fantastic Christmas ghost story you can watch on Shudder right now!
www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/5508...
www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/5508...
'The Occupant of the Room' Review: A Gorgeous Christmas Ghost Story
Author and documentarian Kier-La Janisse makes her narrative film debut with 'The Occupant of the Room,' now on Shudder.
www.dreadcentral.com
December 4, 2025 at 6:31 PM
New at @dreadcentral.bsky.social, I reviewed @kierlajanisse.bsky.social's excellent narrative film debut, THE OCCUPANT OF THE ROOM, a fantastic Christmas ghost story you can watch on Shudder right now!
www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/5508...
www.dreadcentral.com/reviews/5508...
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BUNNY is a post-apocalyptic Aussie horror release that premiered at SXSW Sydney back in October. It's touring Australian theaters right now. No US dates yet but believe me when I tell you to see this one as soon as you get the chance. It's wonderful.
My @dreadcentral.bsky.social review:
My @dreadcentral.bsky.social review:
'Bunny' is Brimming with Visceral Dread and Unforgettable Imagery [Review]
'Bunny' is a startling view of a possible apocalypse that's brimming with visceral dread and unforgettable imagery. Read our review now.
www.dreadcentral.com
December 4, 2025 at 6:43 PM
BUNNY is a post-apocalyptic Aussie horror release that premiered at SXSW Sydney back in October. It's touring Australian theaters right now. No US dates yet but believe me when I tell you to see this one as soon as you get the chance. It's wonderful.
My @dreadcentral.bsky.social review:
My @dreadcentral.bsky.social review:
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Getting closer and closer every day to the reality of this joke, ironically from a Netflix original series.
December 5, 2025 at 4:41 AM
Getting closer and closer every day to the reality of this joke, ironically from a Netflix original series.
Every year Emily does this and every year it's my most-visited web page for anything related to books. Thank you, Emily, for saving the horror lit world so many headaches with your hard work.
the 2026 new horror list is FINALLY LIVE! please share with all your freakiest loved ones: readjumpscares.com/2026-new-hor...
2026’s New Horror Books
All the new horror books coming in 2026, featuring all manner of hauntings, murderers, vampires, monsters, cults, ghosts, and all kinds of nebulous eldritch terrors.
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December 5, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Every year Emily does this and every year it's my most-visited web page for anything related to books. Thank you, Emily, for saving the horror lit world so many headaches with your hard work.