What We Watch in the Dark is a curated collection of long-form reviews and critical essays examining horror and science fiction film and television. These are stories about fear, futures, and the cultural anxieties we return to after midnight—when spectacle fades and what lingers matters more.
What The Concrete Keeps
Everyone remembers the night the sidewalk cracked, but nobody agrees on when it really happened. Officially, it was after the fire trucks left. After the hoses lay coiled on the…
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The Block Speaks In Weight
I don’t remember being built. People always think that’s where things start. Blueprints. Hard hats. A ribbon getting cut while somebody smiles for a camera. Nah. I don’t remember any…
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Stranger Things 5 spoiler-free review
A Big Swing, A Messy Landing, And A Lot Left Unanswered A Familiar World On The Brink Again There’s something comforting about going back to Hawkins, Indiana, even when the…
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The Jukebox Maw
People like to cast me in a certain light. They see the height, the way I carry my shoulders like I’m looking for a reason to drop them, and they…
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Satanic Hispanics (2022) Spoiler-Free Review
Diversity and cultural representation have become paramount in the vast landscape of horror entertainment, resonating deeply with audiences. One outstanding manifestation of this evolution is the haunting anthology, “Satanic Hispanics.”…
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Mad God (2021) Spoiler-Free Review
Directed by Phil Tippett, “Mad God” (2021) unveils a nightmarish world meticulously crafted through stop-motion animation. A project decades in the making, Tippett’s visionary work is a testament to his dedication to…
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Talk To Me (2023) Spoiler-Free Review
The Creators of Sensation: Michael and Danny Philippou The creators behind the sensational YouTube channel RackaRacka, Michael Philippou and Danny Philippou, make their feature film debut with Talk to Me…
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Renfield (2023) Spoiler-Free Review
In the last 20 years, Chris McKay has won my heart. He became one of my favorite directors. His humor and mastery over complex narratives make him a standout among…
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The Void (2016) Review
There’s no way I could be the herald of The Story Monster and not be a fan of creature features. The Void (2016) is a horror film based on Lovecraftian…
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