Category: Crash Discussion

  • THE LAST KNOCK presents: Blockbuster Horror

    Blockbuster Horror: Does Hollywood Do the Genre Justice?  We take a look at blockbuster horror films. That means those high-budget horror films that come out of Hollywood. What’s high budget? Most horror films fall into the $4 million or less category, which is low-budget for Tinsel Town. And for the record, those super-independent films, like…

  • THE LAST KNOCK presents: Jonathan Chance

    Jonathan Chance: Storyteller  Jonathan Chance is a creator, writer, and storyteller. I finally met John in person at Shriekfest in 2016 and one couldn’t meet a kinder, gentler contributor to the horror genre. We discuss his life since his wife Cam’s untimely passing in 2018 and how he ultimately rose above the grief. And yes,…

  • THE LAST KNOCK presents: Alternatives to Army of the Dead

    Army of the Dead: Desert of Ideas  With Army of the Dead, co-writer-director Zack Snyder returns to the genre that made his name. Aided by an alleged $90 million budget, an epic run time and a release by streaming powerhouse Netflix, the film exemplifies the pitfalls of a “bigger is better” mentality. Not without its…

  • THE LAST KNOCK presents: A Shudder Trio

    Shudder: A Feast for Horror Fans  Since its inception in 2015, Shudder has become the go-to streaming service for horror fans. Offering a wide selection of Stateside and international fare spanning many decades, to exclusive series and film premieres. What sets them apart from the lackluster selections of Prime and Netflix? Their content is curated…

  • THE LAST KNOCK presents: Epic Horror

    Epic Horror: What in Hell Does that Mean?  Epic horror can mean different things to different fans. We’ll provide our definition – as well as the actual definition of epic – and see how the horror genre makes this happen. For instance, an epic is long poem about a hero’s journey. Together, we’ll explore the many…