Horrific Inquiry

Horrific Inquiry: SCREAM (1996)
Horrific Inquiry: SCREAM (1996)

In the years since its release, Scream has proven itself to be a staple of a genre and an undeniable part of horror cinematic history.

Horrific Inquiry: THE WICKER MAN (1973)
Horrific Inquiry: THE WICKER MAN (1973)

And with harvest season upon us, it seemed the perfect time to dive into this critically acclaimed horror classic.

Horrific Inquiry: THIR13EN GHOSTS (2001)
Horrific Inquiry: THIR13EN GHOSTS (2001)

From the ghosts that inhabit the home to the outstanding performance of Matthew Lillard, Thirteen Ghosts is sure to have a little something for all.

Horrific Inquiry: THE UNINVITED (2009)
Horrific Inquiry: THE UNINVITED (2009)

Despite some predictable plotlines, it doesn’t take away from the quality, experience, and entertainment The Uninvited promises to its audience.

Horrific Inquiry: LES DIABOLIQUES (1955)
Horrific Inquiry: LES DIABOLIQUES (1955)

Les Diaboliques’ intriguing and twisting story will keep you guessing, entertained and horrified, while showcasing the craftsmanship behind the classic.

Horrific Inquiry: SLEEPAWAY CAMP (1983)
Horrific Inquiry: SLEEPAWAY CAMP (1983)

Horrific Inquiry looks back on Sleepaway Camp, one of the most successful independent films ever made, and its societal lens on young women.

Horrific Inquiry: I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (1997)
Horrific Inquiry: I KNOW WHAT YOU DID LAST SUMMER (1997)

In the latest edition of Horrific Inquiry, we take a look back at 1997 slasher I Know What You Did Last Summer.

Horrific Inquiry: THE STEPFATHER (2009)
Horrific Inquiry: THE STEPFATHER (2009)

While this remake may not be the first film that comes to mind this Father’s Day, it is an enjoyable horror film that lends itself to multiple rewatches.

Horrific Inquiry: ROSEMARY'S BABY (1968)
Horrific Inquiry: ROSEMARY’S BABY (1968)

From witches to Satan, Rosemary’s Baby has it all, and while it may not have aged as well as hoped, it is still a classic film that still influences.

Horrific Inquiry: KAIRO (2001)
Horrific Inquiry: KAIRO (2001)

The latest edition of Film Inquiry’s horror movie-centered column, Horrific Inquiry, takes a look at the 2001 Japanese film Kairo, or Pulse.

Horrific Inquiry: DEAD SILENCE (2007)
Horrific Inquiry: DEAD SILENCE (2007)

While it might have become a bit dated along the way, Dead Silence is still a brilliant horror film to terrify.

Horrific Inquiry: APRIL FOOL’S DAY (1986)
Horrific Inquiry: APRIL FOOL’S DAY (1986)

It’s a clever and fresh take on not only an oversaturated genre but also an intriguing take on one of the most fool-hearted days of the year.

Horrific Inquiry: THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI (1920)
Horrific Inquiry: THE CABINET OF DR. CALIGARI (1920)

The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari, from Robert Wiene, is a film held close to the hearts of film historians, German expressionists, and horror fans alike.

Horrific Inquiry: LEPRECHAUN (1993)
Horrific Inquiry: LEPRECHAUN (1993)

Gold at the end of the rainbow, ancient magics, and leprechauns all to delight and even terrify. This was the goal of Mark Jones’ Leprechaun.

Horrific Inquiry: FREDDY VS. JASON (2003)
Horrific Inquiry: FREDDY VS. JASON (2003)

Sure it doesn’t have the best acting, narrative or even the best effects, but Freddy vs. Jason offers audiences a return to slashers of old.