Dom Coccaro
I'm a freelance writer specializing in reviewing cult oddities, analyzing geeky subjects, and tossing my worthless opinion into the machine.
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ERNEST RIDES Straight DownhillIdeally, I'd like to review all of the Ernest films over the next month, but in all likelihood, that won't happen. At the very least, I'll cover the entries that no one talks about. Ernest Rides Again is one of those entries. -
Best Thrash Bands You Haven't HeardI've hand-picked five thrash bands that have been overlooked by the mainstream and even the metal community. A must read for die-hard metalheads. -
Stilldead (You Deserve)A poem.
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Best Death Metal Bands You Haven't HeardI've spotlighted a handful of death metal bands that, for whatever reason, seem to have slipped under the radar. A must-read for die-hard metalheads.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #29Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Being Zac Efron: A Social Experiment Yields Troubling ResultsWhat would happen if you fooled nearly 100 people into believing that you were a celebrity? Read on and find out...
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #28Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #27Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #26Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Top 5 Death Metal BandsI am death metal. I eat death metal, I drink death metal, I type death metal, I drywall death metal...you get the idea. In my opinion, it's the most underrated genre of music on the planet.
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Sneaking a Pre-FRIENDS Jennifer Aniston into My Parents' House (A Blog)Great title, huh? -
Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #25Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Tubgirl & 2girls1cup - a Startling Trend Sweeps Across the InternetParents, listen up! Disgusting images are "in," and there is no good way to keep your kids away from these websites (short of destroying your computer, that is). This stuff makes average pornography look wholesome.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #24Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
NFL on Thanksgiving: Should the Tradition Be Amended?For decades, the Detroit Lions and the Dallas Cowboys have hosted games on Thanksgiving Day. I say, change the match-ups to make this early Sunday more exciting. -
Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #23Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Interview: Bassist Alex Webster of Cannibal Corpse and Blotted ScienceAn interview with Alex Webster, the bassist for the most successful death metal band in history. See what he has to say about Blotted Science, the future of Cannibal Corpse, and the upcoming Hate Eternal album that he played on. -
Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #22Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Saw IV an Important Piece of the Jigsaw PuzzleThis might be the most consistent franchise in horror history. We have yet to see the makers of the "Saw" films turn out their equivalent of "Halloween III: Season of the Witch" or "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge." Don't worry; I knocked on wood.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #21Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #20Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure. -
Metal Blade's 25th Anniversary Tour Rolls into Charlotte's Tremont Music HallA review of Metal Blade's tour package featuring Cannibal Corpse, The Black Dahlia Murder, The Red Chord, Goatwhore, and The Absence.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #19Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #18Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #17Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Is the "Resident Evil" Series Soon to Become Extinct?A review of "Resident Evil: Extinction."
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #16Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Dragon Wars: D-War Deemed A-OK for K-6"Dragon Wars" is a children's film. As long as you know that going into the movie, you should have fun with it.
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Let There Be Coleslaw - Religion in RestaurantsSymbols of religion keep popping up in restaurants. In the case of one fast food chain, religion has affected the way that it is operated for over 60 years. Should religion be kept out of restaurants or is political correctness getting out of hand?
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #15Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Interview: Stuttering Craig of ScrewAttack.comAn interview with the co-founder of one of the net's most popular gaming sites.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #14Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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How to Bowl with a Ramp - Bowling with a HandicapMost people assume that bowling with a ramp is as simple as pushing the ball down the center of the lane. Oh, how I wish it was that simple.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #13Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Book Review: "The Boy Giant" by Dan Brannan"The Boy Giant" tells the life story of Robert Wadlow, the tallest man in medical history.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up #12Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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YouTube Reptile Woman: Hoax or Demonic Possession?An intriguing video on YouTube is creating an online stir. Cryptozoologists and curious web surfers alike are befuddled by footage of a supposed shapeshifter.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #11Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Is Facebook Turning into MySpace?Ever since Facebook opened its doors to all walks of life last year, the popular social networking site has taken a turn for the nauseating.
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My Quest to Bring Back the Drive-In TheaterIf more drive-ins existed, I believe that people would go to them.
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Interview: Bob Noxious, Vocalist for Punk Band Horror of 59An interview with Bob Noxious (real name: Bob Ignizio), lead singer of Horror of 59, a horror/punk based out of Cleveland, Ohio.
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I Love VHSMaybe it's because I'm a film junkie, but I have a soft spot for VHS tapes.
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Occupied Wheelchair Gets Caught on Truck, Speeds Down HighwayA wheelchair-bound man in Michigan was taken for the ride of his life when his motorized chair got caught on the front grille of a semi truck.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #9Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Why You Shouldn't Kill YourselfFor many, life is not worth living. I suffer from crippling depression, but I refuse to commit suicide. There are two main reasons why I'm still here.
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Why Shouldn't People Be Afraid of Clowns?It's not normal for someone to smile all of the time.
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Founding Guitarist Peter Lindgren Quits OpethRenowned guitarist Peter Lindgren has left Opeth, one of the most influential and respected metal bands on the planet.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #7Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Using YouTube as a Social Bookmarking ToolLearn how to use one of the most popular websites on the Internet to promote your articles at Associated Content.
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Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita - Understanding a Rare Bone DiseaseArthrogryposis, which is commonly known as Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, is an inborn condition typified by joint contractures and muscle weakness.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #8Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Top 10 Heavy Metal Videos on YouTubeI wouldn't call this a definitive list of the best metal videos of all time. It's more of a heads up to metalheads (no pun intended) to check out a few promo clips from bands that aren't in the spotlight.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #6Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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The Dacal CD Library II - Never Lose a CD Again with This Storage UnitIf you're an avid music fan/film buff and you've run out of places to stockpile CD's/DVD's, you might want to look into buying a Dacal CD Library.
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Wear a Herman Munster Mask for HalloweenThis Halloween mask is perfect for fans of the classic TV show.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #5Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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VirtualNES.com - Play Classic Nintendo Games Online Without an EmulatorFun, simple, addictive...this is a must-visit website for casual gamers and die-hard gamers alike.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #4Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Type O Negative - Dead AgainType O Negative's fan base may consist of a surplusage of pale goth chicks, but Dead Again sees the undead Brooklyn natives moving away from the Anne Rice imagery and the Lurch-esque vocal stylings of frontman Peter Steele that the band has become synonymous with.
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Common Mistakes that Film Critics MakeThere are certain things that certain film critics do that just shouldn't be done. Frightfully, there are no set rules when it comes to reviewing movies.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #3Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Interview: Singer/Guitarist Chad Austin (The Logic)An interview with Chad Austin, the frontman for North Carolina-based pop/rock group The Logic.
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How to Use a Computer Without a Mouse: This Article is Handicap AccessibleBeing a severely disabled writer is quite a challenge. For one thing, I have very little use of my hands.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #2Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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Dom's B-Movie Round-Up Issue #1Each B-Movie Round-Up features mini-reviews of two films that no one in their right mind would admit to owning. I seek out the most obscure b-movies I can get my bloodied claws on and dissect them for your reading (dis)pleasure.
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What Do Eddie Murphy, Martin Lawrence, and Tyler Perry Have in Common?They're all fat black women.
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Mystery Science Theater 3000: One of the Funniest TV Shows in the Past 20 YearsIf you've never heard of MST3K, start with any of the 30+ episodes that are on VHS/DVD. You'll either laugh for 90 minutes like I do or you'll be bored senseless.
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5 Must-Visit Websites for Horror BuffsA rundown of websites that every horror freak should frequent.
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War is Real: The Grave Strain of Having Loved Ones in IraqSome say that Americans have forgotten the horror of 9/11. I say we've forgotten the profound bearing that sending a loved one off to war has on the family nucleus.
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How to Make $6 in One Week Writing for Associated ContentSome writers are determined enough to write from 8am to 6pm. I'm not.
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Liver Mortar (A Poem)Gathered over hours...
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5 Ways for Singles to Enjoy Valentine's DayActually, I've written six, but only five of them are useful.
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The Gentle Giant: A Bio of Robert Wadlow, the Tallest Man in HistoryAt the time of his death in 1940, he stood at 8'11" and weighed 490 pounds.
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Start Singing Death Metal Vocals TodayA beginner's guide for delivering brutal death vocals without shredding your vocal chords to pieces. Consider it career advice.
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Interview: Vocalist Tim Aymar (Pharaoh, Control Denied)An interview with renowned metal vocalist Tim Aymar.
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Interview: JoBlo of JoBlo.comAn interview with the man behind one of the net's most popular movie fansites.
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Black Christmas: See the Original Before the RemakeI always feel the same way around Christmas. My heart swells with love, I cherish in telling my relatives how much I appreciate them, and I develop an urge to see sorority girls being murdered while in a state of undress.
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Akito: The Best Asian Restaurant in Hickory, North CarolinaIf you're in the mood for Asian food and you happen to live in Hickory, North Carolina, there is ONE restaurant to choose from. Well, there are dozens to choose from, but Japanese hole-in-the-wall Akito is the best in town.
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Lamenting the Abuse of Handicapped Parking SpotsThis is an issue that I feel very strongly about. I'll probably offend a few people with this opinion piece, but I honestly don't care.
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Ten New Year's Resolution Suggestions for Nicole RichieI used to think that Nicole Ritchie was kind of cute.
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Top 5 Zombie Movies: The Living Dead Are Re-Animated Through the Gates of HellThere are tons of cool zombie flicks out there. There are way more than five, but for what it's worth, here are my top five zombie films of all time…
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Underestimating the Severity of Paxil Withdrawal: Important Information About SSRI'sI've been taking Paxil for two years. After discontinuing Paxil, I wished that I had never taken anti-depressants to begin with.
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CP Spotlight: Lee "Meatsmoker" AndrewOne of Associated Content's most popular contributors shares his thoughts on freelance writing, baseball, and orange juice.
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Fay Wray Come Out and Play: A Comprehensive King Kong CompendiumSet aside an afternoon for this one.
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DVD Reviews: Kid PicsBears, Chocolate, Chicken.
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Demystifying Forbidden: Why the Queen of MySpace is a NobodyWhen I created a profile on MyScrotum…I mean, MySpace over a year ago, one of the first people I added to my friends list was a hot chick by the display name of Forbidden.
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DVD Reviews: Horror Flicks Part IIFog, Tension, Hostel.
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DVD Reviews: Horror FlicksAmityville, Rejects, Emily.
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Online Dating is a JokeIt's a sham, a scam, and a…um, country ham.
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Are Horror Films and Pornos Misogynistic?I'll give you a hint as to what I think: No, they're not.
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VH1's Four-Part Series on Heavy Metal Plays it SafeI'm tired of my favorite musical genre being misrepresented on national television.
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Holiday Gift Guide for Movie BuffsDon't know what to buy for your film geek friend/relative? Read on...
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White Zombie: Astrocreep 2000 (A Review)Rob Zombie needs to reunite White Zombie yesterday.
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Screw You, John Mellencamp!Another singer/songwriter breaks down and writes a pathetic "patriotic" song.
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Why You Should Watch Dr. PhilIt may do the body good to visit this shrink.
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Extreme Makeover: Sally's Uterus (An Editorial on Abortion)I try not to discuss my personal beliefs on this subject with too many people. It usually ends up as a pointless argument.
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Chicago Bears Vs. Arizona Cardinals: Are You Kidding Me?What happened that led to the Bears winning Monday night's game in spite of playing terribly?
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Amy Lee of EvanescenceShe has proven to be more than a one-hit wonder. Will Evanescence last in spite of a volatile line-up and a fickle fanbase?
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Bloodbath's Nightmares Made Flesh: Blistering Death MetalReview of Bloodbath's album Nightmares Made Flesh
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Six Feet Under's 13: Stoner Death Metal?Review of metal band Six Feet Under's album 13.
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Fantomas's The Director's Cut: Good Metal Album for HalloweenThe perfect record to put on at a Halloween party.
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B Movie Forbidden Planet: See Leslie Nelson Being Upstaged by Inaminate Objects.A Review of B Movie Forbidden Planet.
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Top 5 Movies to Watch at a Halloween PartyEvil clowns! Demonic possession! Cannibalistic rednecks!
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Top 5 Fast Food RestaurantsWho needs health anyway?
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Top 5 Vampire MoviesReview of my favorite vampire movies.
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Blood Feast: Groundbreaking Gore Gets Its DuePsycho may have invented the slasher, but without Blood Feast, most slashers would be pedestrian, monochrome exercises in boredom.
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White Zombie: Bela Lugosi Stars in the First Zombie Film of All TimeAfter beguiling audiences with his mesmeric turn as Count Dracula, Bela Lugosi starred in this seminal zombie film as...
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Freddy's Nightmares: Freddy Krueger's Short-Lived Stint on TelevisionA review of the first episode of "Freddy's Nightmares," a TV series revolving around the horror icon.
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The Black Scorpion: Stop-Motion Madness Interspliced with Western CharmThe Black Scorpion doesn't have a lot going for it, but it comes out looking better than it should have.
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Sun Demon Spotted on Coast, Said to Be HideousIn 1959, Robert Clarke wrote, produced, directed, and starred in The Hideous Sun Demon. It was a family affair.
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The Mummy's Curse: A Bland Take on the Horror IconA review of the 1944 rushjob.
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Why You Should Visit Disney WorldThe happiest place on Earth can cheer up the grumpiest of curmudgeons. See how Disney can erase your woes.
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The Mummy's Ghost: Not to Be Confused with Ghost DadThe Mummy's Ghost, the third chapter in the Kharis timeline, is moody and surprisingly hardy for a film that barely ingresses 60 minutes.
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The Abominable Snowman: The Best Yeti Film to DateBefore Hammer studios gained notoriety with The Curse of Frankenstein and Horror of Dracula, they spearheaded this black-and-white chiller.
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The Creature from the Black Lagoon: Universal's Last Classic MonsterI've always regarded The Gillman as my favorite Universal monster. The only ghoul to imperil his ascendancy has been...
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Bluetooth Technology: How I Took Advantage of Hands-Free CommunicationI was born with arthrogryposis, a non-progressive form of muscular dystrophy.
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Daimajin: Godzilla's Distant Cousin Demands AttentionI feel like I've betrayed Godzilla, Mothra, and Rodan.
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Horror Hotel: Witchcraft, Pagan Rituals & Cheap Special EffectsIt's ironic that most horror fans derogate religion. Horror is a decidedly Christian genre. I can't count how many...
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The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra: Retro CampI haven't decided if The Lost Skeleton of Cadavra is an homage or a parody.
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Boris Karloff in The Ghoul: A Misbegotten Stab at Ripping Off The MummyThe Ghoul was Britain's first crack at countering the cataract of American horror films cooked up in the early �30s.
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The Howling: Legendary LycanthropyHow such a formidable flick can spawn such wretched sequels is a mystifying rift in the time space continuum.
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Taste the Blood of Dracula: An Above Average SequelAfter sitting through the ice cream headache that is Van Helsing, I desiderated a muted, ethereal take on Count Dracula.
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Gozu: Asian Cinema Gone WildAfter hours upon hours of research and scrutiny, I've come to the conclusion that Takashi Miike is twisted.
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Trivium and Avenged Sevenfold: Brand Spanking Old MetalIn the late 90's, the state of heavy metal was one of concern. The airwaves were entrammelled with bland nu-metal, a subgenre that...
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The Oblong Box: Vincent Price at His Most MediocreAIP. Vincent Price. Edgar Allen Poe. Roger Corman? No, Corman isn't involved with this genre dish.
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Top Ten Songs by PanteraNOTE: I do not believe these to be the best Pantera songs in existence. I do, however, feel that they are...
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Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: 1920s Version Starring John BarrymoreThere had already been quite a few adaptations of Robert Louis Stevenson's Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde before this one came into fruition. This 1920 version is the most popular of the silent era, mainly due to...