THIS IS SO COOL!

#7: DOLLY. Fun killer, fun kills. Enough said tbh.

#6: MĀRAMA. Stunning debut from Toa Stappard. Lush period piece centering on the impact of British colonialism on Māori women. Quietly haunting with a conclusion that packs a serious punch; I audibly drew in a breath. Another must-watch, hopefully gets a wide release.

#5: MOTHER OF FLIES. Watching the Adams' family continue to develop and refine their craft is such a treat and this is their best yet. A haunting, poetic, beautiful, melancholy reflection on death with a thoughtful portrayal of an accused witch. Must-watch.

#4: BLACK PHONE 2. A surprisingly effective, NoES-inspired sequel with some gorgeous Super 8 dream sequences & snowy Shining-esque setting. Levels up the darkness & the gore to reflect the aging up of its characters. And a Curtains reference in year of our lord 2025? Chef's kiss.

#3: VHS/HALLOWEEN. Always love seeing these on the big screen and this entry has so many bangers it will make you wonder why it took this long to get to Halloween before. Fun Size and Home Haunt are up there with my all-time fave segments.

#2: THE CRAMPS: A PERIOD PIECE. The first film I've seen in a long time that feels like a true successor to John Waters. Camp as hell, fun practical effects, great soundtrack. For the girls and the queers 👌🩸

#1: Yesterday's opening night film, PRIMATE from Johannes Roberts. Great kills, seamless blending of the slasher & animal attack subgenres, and constantly finds new ways to up the ante. Troy Kotsur is a highlight & proof if it was needed that we need more deaf horror roles.

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You looked STUNNING 🖤🖤🖤

I have your article bookmarked to read properly once I have brain space again on Sunday. But preemptively I'm gonna say, as a copywriter, love a synonym 👌🎃