These 3 Absolutely Killer Vampire Films
Yes, because it’s our favorite month, Asteria Magazine is sharing three of its favorite films in a special vampire edition. Even though it’s not our usual theme, it remains a must, especially
Nine Lives of Horror: Grief and Absurdity in “Cat Sick Blues”
Cat Sick Blues (2015), directed by Dave Jackson, is a bizarre, visceral plunge into the realm of cult horror, one that unapologetically claws at the psyche while walking a tightrope between absurdity
Chromeskull Unmasked: The Brutal Legacy of the “Laid to Rest” Films
Laid to Rest (2009) and its sequel Laid to Rest 2: Chromeskull (2011) are two brutal, high-octane entries into the slasher genre that never quite reached mainstream recognition but have carved out
Glitches in the System: “AfrAId” Falls Short of AI Thriller Potential
AfrAId (2024), directed by Chris Weitz, taps into the growing anxieties surrounding artificial intelligence but unfortunately falls short of delivering a memorable sci-fi thriller. The film follows the suburban couple Curtis (John
“Infinite Storm” Review: A Quiet Battle Against Nature and Grief
When I sat down to watch Infinite Storm, I was expecting another survival thriller—dramatic, intense, and full of nail-biting moments. And while the film does deliver on that front, it surprised me
“M3GAN” Draws The Fine Line Between Protection and Control In The AI World
Released in January 2023, M3GAN emerged as a surprise hit that captivated audiences with its unique blend of horror, sci-fi, and dark comedy. Directed by Gerard Johnstone and produced by Jason Blum
How “Wild Nights With Emily”Reclaimed Queer Love in the Life of Emily Dickinson
In the vast, mythic field of American poetry, Emily Dickinson stands like a silent sentinel, a lone figure swathed in the white robes of her Amherst isolation. For generations, her work has
Wednesday Addams: How Did She Become an Iconic Character?
Nowadays, it’s hard not to know or recognize this distinctive name. And for a good reason—when we talk about Wednesday, we think of only one person: the iconic Wednesday Addams. But how
Broken Promises and Bad CGI: “Uglies” Is a Painfully Outdated Misfire Of an Adaptation
Uglies on Netflix is a catastrophe from the opening scene to the eye-roll-inducing cliffhanger, and frankly, it’s shocking how badly this adaptation misses the mark. Directed by McG, a man whose best
A Haunted Mess: “The Deliverance” on Netflix Fails to Scare or Inspire
The Deliverance on Netflix is a frustrating attempt at blending supernatural horror with social commentary, but it fails to deliver on both fronts. Despite a promising premise, inspired by the real-life Ammons