Body horror often affects us by making us imagine the physical and emotional pain the character is going through. But it can also be deeply unsettling on an intellectual level. The best recent body horror films show how the genre can tap into and reflect our everyday fears and worries.
The Pokémon Company and Nintendo are in a legal battle with PocketPair, claiming their game Palworld is too similar to Pokémon. This has led Nintendo to try and patent fundamental video game ideas, and PocketPair is now making changes to Palworld through updates to address these concerns.
Okay, so in this week’s Ghosts, things get a little… lively. Sam and Jay get a welcome dose of normalcy when some of their city friends rent the house next door, and the ghosts are thrilled to have some living people to bother. But, naturally, things don’t stay peaceful for long. When the renters move a bookcase, it messes with the ghostly realm, and Sam finds herself stuck in the middle, pressured by Thor (Devan Chandler Long) to manipulate her friends into fixing it. It’s another awkward situation for her, and honestly, it’s pretty funny to watch unfold.
Sony Pictures Animation announced on X that a new Hotel Transylvania movie is in the works for Netflix in 2027. The studio shared concept art revealing mischievous gremlins are causing chaos as Dracula and his daughter prepare to open a vacation resort featured in the film.
If you didn’t get a chance to see Cobweb when it was in theaters last year, great news – it’s now streaming on Netflix! As the weather turns colder and the nights get longer, it’s the perfect creepy backdrop for all your fall activities. I’m planning on putting it on while I carve pumpkins, make some soup, or just curl up with a scary book. It is rated R, but honestly, it’s pretty mild for a Halloween horror movie, especially if you’ve seen something like Terrifier 2. It makes it a good option for a lot of people. With October just around the corner, now is the perfect time to finally check out Cobweb and really get in the Halloween spirit!
If you enjoyed Cregger’s movie and are looking for a scary TV show to watch next – whether it’s a longer series with multiple seasons or a shorter, self-contained miniseries – several options share similar themes, atmospheres, and ideas. You might like a horror series from Mike Flanagan on Netflix, or an HBO show based on a Stephen King story.
Even dedicated fans might not have noticed a hidden reference in It: Welcome to Derry – a nod to one of Stephen King’s lesser-known stories. This HBO prequel to the It movies is full of Easter eggs for King’s followers, offering extra details and connections for those who know his work well.
RLJE Films, part of the IFC Entertainment Group, has acquired the U.S. distribution rights to the movie Motor City. The film will be released in theaters next year. Director Potsy Ponciroli said the following about the deal:
The latest trailer for Stranger Things Season 5 shows Eleven, portrayed by Millie Bobby Brown, using her powers – like telepathy and moving things with her mind – to protect Hawkins from Vecna and the monsters from the Upside Down. The trailer hints at a significant increase in her abilities, suggesting she’s reached a new level of power.
Often, a strong and appealing central couple can be the perfect way to wrap up an anime series that’s been full of challenges, emotional struggles, and character development. But that’s not always the case. Even if most fans end up enjoying the official pairing, it doesn’t always feel like the satisfying love story they were hoping for.