Fringes of Horror: history

The Rating System

All opinions are my own. We are all different. What I may think is great, you may this terrible. Don't let my opinios stop you from exploring the vast world of horror in all media.

~Mind Blowing: Search for this movie immediately. It can only be described as pure greatness and possible an instant classic.

~So Good: Highly recommended because for one reason or another it stands out above the usual fair. Put the movie on your radar as it wont disappoint.

~In the Middle: The movie is a nothing special, average affair. It may entertain in the short term but it will be easily forgettable in the long haul.

~Warning: This movie is a cliched driven slop of familiar territory. Only watch if you're really of fan of this type of material.

~Steaming Pile: The movie is absolute garbage, a complete bore, and not worth the time or effort.

Friday, April 27, 2018

The Alienist, Season 1 (2018)

Starring: Daniel Bruhl, Dakota Fanning, Luke Evans, Brian Geraghty, Q'orianka Kilcher, Robert Wisdom, Matthew Shear, Doughlass Smith, Ted Levine,

Premise:
A psychologist, a crime reporter, and a secretary for the police chief investigate a serial killer in 19th century New York City.

My Take:
A brutal look at the time period and early police investigation. The show has plenty of twists and turns to keep it interesting.

Rating: So Good

Watched: TNT

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Saturday, October 27, 2012

Moon Dance

Author: S. P. Somtow

Synopsis:
A man is locked in a mental institution. He is suspected of being a notorious serial killer. A journalist comes to write book on his story only to discover a man suffering from multiple personalities and a mythical Indian folklore concerning shape shifters. As the writer uncovers more of the story, she finds out their family histories are linked.

My Take:
This is a massive book clocking in at around 550 pages. It is crammed full of beauty, mystery, and terror. It's amazing to me that an author born in Thailand and raised in the UK can write so detailed about the Old West America. He obviously did the research.
The tale effortlessly moves between the emerging young West of the mid 1800's and the 1960's while slowly making the connection between characters from both eras with savage and seductive writing.
A gripping tale.

Rating: So Good