Kira Barker

Kira Barker lives in Des Moines, Iowa and grew up watching horror films as a young kid. She has a love for all films but the horror genre is especially sentimental to her. She loves discussing and learning about new ones. So reach out to her on Facebook or Twitter!

‘APRIL FOOL’S DAY’ – Pranking Horror Fans Since 1986

April Fool's Day

Perhaps the best way to introduce this retro review is to illuminate my love for the ’80s slasher film, a sub-genre where the most iconic horror legends reside or have led to inspiration. These are films with provocative themes that cause critics and philosophers alike to kick around different theories of misogyny and chauvinism. Ultimately sticking …

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Leprechaun: Origins (2014) Where It All Began

In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, we have finally arrived at the last installment of the Leprechaun films with Leprechaun: Origins (2014). Although it’s not the worst film in the series, I think most fans agree that it is so bad it’s offensive. What went wrong? Horror lovers are the most …

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My Favorite Horror Movie – May (2002)

Jordan Peele recently said, “The best comedy and horror feel like they take place in reality.” I have always been drawn to movies with uncomfortable realism. One of my favorite horror movies, May, set the tone for me at a young age. I was working at a video store when …

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