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There’s almost no such thing as a perfect horror anthology. By definition, the quality of the stories is going to vary so that even in those beloved anthologies where every segment might be considered good—your Trick ’r Treats and Creepshows, for example—we tend to rank our favorites and least favorites. There’s an old maxim that states that any anthology is only as good as its worst segment, but that’s an ideology to which I’ve never subscribed. My experience has always been that the good segments tend to stand out, while the weaker ones melt away in my memory. The beauty of even an uneven anthology is that each new segment offers a blank slate: a chance to course correct after a weak entry or to build on a strong one.

All of this is to say that Shevenge, the new female-directed horror anthology that recently hit streaming services,...

In this week’s episode of “Gore Whore Uncensored,” Vanessa breaks down the “Ash vs. Evil Dead” series coming out on Starz this Halloween. Are you a fan of the Evil Dead films? What about the 2013 remake? If you’re looking… Continue Reading →

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This week’s “Gore Whore Uncensored” is dedicated to the memory of our beloved Master of Horror Wes Craven. Vanessa has put together a tribute that includes some of her most favorite murders and clips from Craven’s films. Follow Vanessa Gomez… Continue Reading →

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With Sinister 2, we finally have a horror movie in theaters this weekend, but is it worth your hard-earned dollars? Read Staci’s review here, and then check out what our resident Gore Whore, Vanessa Gomez, has to say about the… Continue Reading →

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On July 4th, 2006, Dread Central opened its doors, and for nearly a decade now we've been bringing you constant horror content every day since. No holidays. No days off. We're always here, and we are always happy to do so. So it's with great pride that we wish you, our readers, a happy anniversary!

Being a writer in the web business is not easy. There are so many bumps along the way that it gets hard to remember the smoother patches. One thing that doesn't change, though, is how absolutely worth it it all is.

You guys give us a platform, and we do our best to honor that gift. We've made each other laugh, screamed over our disagreements (complete with Caps Lock On), and have learned so much from one another. Every day that we get to do this is a blessing, and in an industry where so many websites comes and go,...

Our own Vanessa Gomez and Staci Layne Wilson recently had a chance to sit down exclusively with the guys from Radio Silence, Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, Justin Martinez, Tyler Gillett, and Chad Villella, to talk about the home video release of Devil's Due! Check it out!

20th Century Fox's Devil’s Due features Allison Miller ("Terra Nova") and Zach Gilford ("Friday Night Lights"). It was penned by Lindsay Devlin and directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett (Radio Silence). Look for it on DVD and Blu-ray on April 29th!

Synopsis

After a mysterious night on their honeymoon, Zach and Samantha McCall find themselves dealing with an earlier-than-planned pregnancy. While recording everything on video for posterity, Zach begins to notice odd behavior in his wife that they initially attribute to nerves, but it soon becomes evident the disturbing changes to Samantha’s body and mind have a much more sinister origin.

Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett,...

We're using our hiatus wisely here at Dread Central by cooking up something to die for! DC Live will be returning to the scare waves on April 21st with a very special event. If you're in the Los Angeles area, you're gonna want to pay close attention!

Details will be coming soon! In the interim if you missed any episodes, head on over to Dread Central Live on Daily Motion and catch up! It's there you'll find every episode along with a variety of bite sized clips for you to digest! Check 'em out!

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres,...

Dread Central Live is taking a mid-season break, but we'll be returning on April 21st with something very special. In the interim check out our chat with the cats from Almost Human (review) - director Joe Begos along with stars Graham Skipper and Josh Ethier.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show, fans can submit questions via Twitter and Facebook which may be asked on-air by Staci and Vanessa in real time. DC Editor-in-Chief Steve "Uncle Creepy...

One film that's been making a lot of noise lately is the practical effects-driven monster movie Almost Human (review), and we'll be welcoming director Joe Begos along with stars Graham Skipper and Josh Ethier to dish on all the gory details!

Almost Human is now available on Video On Demand and is also playing at IFC in New York City. Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show,...

Joining us on Dread Central Live yesterday was horror director Tom Holland (Child's Play, Fright Night, Psycho II, The Class of 1984, "Tales from the Crypt"), and in case you missed it, we have the show for you right here. Check it out!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show, fans can submit questions via Twitter and Facebook which may be asked on-air by Staci and Vanessa in real time.

When it comes to horror filmmaking, few directors have left as big of a mark on the industry as Tom Holland. Child's Play, Fright Night, Psycho II, The Class of 1984, "Tales from the Crypt"... we can go on and on! And we will! Next Monday!

That's right, kids! Live in the studio with us will be filmmaker Tom Holland, and he'll be talking about the classics; his current project, Twisted Tales; and much, much more! Be sure to tune in!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well...

The latest episode of Dread Central Live featuring indie horror superstar Bill Oberst, Jr., and director Jourdan McClure is now live and twitching for you cats! Check it out right here and get the skinny on Children of Sorrow and more!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show, fans can submit questions via Twitter and Facebook which may be asked on-air...

On the March 10th episode of Dread Central Live, indie horror superstar Bill Oberst, Jr., and director Jourdan McClure will talk about their latest collaboration for After Dark Films, Children of Sorrow, and a whole Lot more!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show, fans can submit questions via Twitter and Facebook which may be asked on-air by Staci and Vanessa in real time.

Eliot Brodsky's Monsterpalooza has quickly turned into the premier Los Angeles horror convention, and rightly so! As a special addendum to Dread Central Live this week, we shot a quick preview piece and have it for you right here. Dig it!

The next Monsterpalooza will run March 28-30, 2014, at the Marriott Burbank Airport Hotel. For more info check out the Monsterpalooza website! See you there!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production.

The latest episode of Dread Central Live is now available for your viewing pleasure, and it features genre legend Michael Biehn and his producing partner, Jennifer Blanc-Biehn! Check it out!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show, fans can submit questions via Twitter and Facebook which may be asked on-air by Staci and Vanessa in real time. DC Editor-in-Chief Steve "Uncle Creepy...

It's amazing how quickly the weeks are flying by. Hard to believe that we're up to the fifth episode of Dread Central Live already, but here we are! Next on tap for you guys... genre legend Michael Biehn and his producing partner, Jennifer Blanc!

Horror's power duo will be talking about their past, present, and future projects including She Rises and Hidden in the Woods. We are taking Your Questions And Comments Starting Now!!

Tweet us at @DreadCentral with your questions and comments using the hashtag #DreadLive, and we'll be answering everything that we can get to in Real Time. You can also leave your questions and comments on the official Dread Central Facebook page or join us in the chatroom on Daily Motion while the show is Live.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre. Hosts...

We're four shows into Season 1 of Dread Central Live, and I think we're finally finding our footing. Check out the latest episode Right Now featuring the Scream Factory's Jeff Nelson and Cliff MacMillan and let us know if you agree!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for horror feature films and TV shows in production. During the interview portions of the show, fans can submit questions via Twitter and Facebook which may be asked on-air by...

In case you missed it (and shame on you if you did) - the mad scientists behind the Scream Factory, Jeff Nelson and Cliff MacMillan, just announced exclusively on Dread Central Live that two sought after fan favorites will Finally be coming to Blu-ray this summer.

That's right, kids! The Legend of Hell House and Motel Hell are getting the royal Blu-ray treatment that the Scream Factory has become known for. Look for more specifics as soon as details become available.

In the interim... Rejoice!

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre. Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, as well as exclusive coverage from set visits for...

Loving all those Scream Factory Blu-rays and DVDs? You'll have a chance to tell their head honchos Jeff Nelson and Cliff MacMillan what You want to see next! The guys have also promised some exclusive announcements so be sure to tune in to Dread Central Live on Monday!

We are taking Your Questions And Comments Starting Now!!

Tweet us at @DreadCentral with your questions and comments using the hashtag #DreadLive, and we'll be answering everything that we can get to in Real Time. You can also leave your questions and comments on the official Dread Central Facebook page or join us in the chatroom on Daily Motion while the show is Live.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre. Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping...

The third episode of our live internet news/talk show Dread Central Live is here for your viewing pleasure, and it features none other than the one and only John Carpenter as well as his producing partner, Sandy King!

We switched things up this episode as per your suggestions and have ditched the headlines for more topical discussion. Why? Because we listen and want to give you guys the show that you want. Keep those suggestions coming in, and we'll do our best to keep changing and shaping our program to suit you!

Now then, on to the goods!

Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly...

The third episode of our live internet news/talk show Dread Central Live is on its way, and it will be featuring none other than the one and only John Carpenter as well as his producing partner, Sandy King! This is one episode you're not going to want to miss!

John and Sandy (pictured below with a very familiar face) will be giving us... And You... the exclusive first word on what's cooking on their wonderfully horrid side of the fence, including horror comic book projects The Asylum, DarkChylde, and Much more!

We're changing up the format of the show a little bit to make it a hell of a lot more interactive with you guys. Also being discussed are the RoboCop remake, The Purge: Anarchy, and of course Carpenter's best films.

Have an opinion of any of the above? Just want to say hi to John and Sandy? We'll...

In this week's edition of Dread Central Live, special effects guru Vincent Guastini brought some props to the studio and showed us his interpretation of what the spider head from the new The Thing would've looked like.

If you can only spare a couple of minutes, this is The clip from Dread Central Live that you have to watch!

In addition to the spider head, whom host Vanessa "Gore Whore" Gomez immediately wanted to make out with, right after Staci Layne Wilson (you have to watch to get it), Vincent also showed off a monster head from Steven C Miller's Under The Bed as well as a couple of victim heads from Cabin Fever: Patient Zero.

Of course you should always watch the entire show, which is available right below. Dread Central Live airs every Monday @ 4Pm Pst / 7Pm Est. Be sure to tune in.

Vincent Guastini (Child's Play 3,...

The second episode of our live internet news/talk show Dread Central Live is here, featuring special effects guru Vincent J. Guastini (Cabin Fever: Patient Zero, Silent Night, Sushi Girl).

Whlle we're still working out the bugs on this bad boy, we are getting there little by little. For whatever reason my Skype call-in reduced me to little more than a stop-motion graphic this time, but damn it, we will get this right!

Hang in there, and send us your suggestions. Dread Central Live airs every Monday at 4Pm Pt / 7Pm Et. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre. Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates, interviews with genre and mainstream stars and filmmakers, exclusive clips,...

The second episode of our live internet news/talk show Dread Central Live is on the horizon, and next week's guest will be special effects guru Vincent J. Guastini (Cabin Fever: Patient Zero, Silent Night, Sushi Girl).

Vin will be live in studio to talk about his extremely gooey approach to Cabin Fever: Patient Zero, and he'll be bringing along some truly ghastly props that are sure to both sicken and delight... all at once! We're good like that! Think Jack Hanna on "The Tonight Show," but instead of animals he'll have dead things.

Dread Central Live airs every Monday @ 4Pm Pst / 7Pm Est. Be sure to tune in.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre. Hosts Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez will guide viewers on a weekly journey of keeping current in horror via news updates,...

The first episode of our live internet news/talk show Dread Central Live aired yesterday, but we have the replay for you right here. We were very rough around the edges, but we'll continue to fine tune and work out the kinks. Check it out!

Director Mark Jones talks with Staci Layne Wilson and "Gore Whore" Vanessa Gomez about his new film Scorned as well as the classic Leprechaun franchise. In addition Uncle Creepy offers insights on Zak Bagans' purchase of Latoya Ammons' notorious demon house in Gary, Indiana.

Also discussed are the spin-off to The Conjuring entitled Annabelle, "From Dusk Till Dawn: The Series," director Neil Marshall taking the reins on NBC's "Constantine" series, and much more!

Dread Central Live will air every Monday @ 4Pm Pst / 7Pm Est.

Dread Central Live is a live, half-hour news/information/talk show dedicated to covering all aspects of the horror genre.

Our friends at Dread Central have launched their own weekly live-streaming horror talk show. Hosted by journalist Staci Wilson and actress Vanessa Gomez (Vamps) this weekly series will stream live on TheStream.tv. The half-hour show will cover genre news, interviews with horror personalities, exclusive clips, trailer premieres, and first-hand accounts from set visits. In addition, writer/producer Jill Kill (soon to be seen on an upcoming commentary for Fearnet's own The Vault series) will be on-hand to moderate fan questions from Twitter and Facebook.

"Dread Central Live" launches tonight at 7pm Et / 4pm Pt at TheStream.tv...

Here at Dread Central we're working around the clock to bring you the best, brightest, and brashest horror content you're likely to find anywhere, and it is with great pride that we announce the evolution of the site to take things to a whole new level with You involved.

Before we get into how you're gonna be able to take part, here is the press release...

Renowned horror news site Dread Central and television innovator theStream.tv will be joining forces for a new joint venture web-based television show called “Dread Central Live.” The half-hour weekly show, hosted by veteran genre journalist Staci Layne Wilson, horror star/filmmaker Vanessa Gomez, and “Goth Queen” writer/producer “Jill Kill,” premieres Monday, February 3rd, at 7pm Et / 4pm Pt at theStream.tv. The announcement was made today by Steve Barton, Editor-In-Chief and Co-Founder of DreadCentral.com, and SusanWrenn, CEO of theStream.tv. The...

Our very own Vanessa Gomez had the opportunity to sit down with director Kim Peirce about the Blu-ray release of Carrie (review) but that's not all! She actually got a chance to re-enact the iconic blood dump scene and we have videos and images of all the bloody fun!

Honestly? We couldn't be more proud of Vanessa. She showed up in full prom regalia and went for it! And... you can see "her dirty pillows"! Check out all of the goods below.

Carrie is a reimagining of the classic horror tale about Carrie White (Chloë Grace Moretz), a shy girl outcast by her peers and sheltered by her deeply religious mother (Julianne Moore), who unleashes telekinetic terror on her small town after being pushed too far at her senior prom. Directed by Kimberly Peirce and produced by Kevin Misher, with a screenplay by Lawrence D. Cohen and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, the...

With Carrie bringing telekinetic terror to theatres this weekend, your lovely Nightmare Nightcap hostess, Vanessa Gomez, checks in with her dirty pillows and a look at the series!

For more on Vanessa check out her Wicked Wolf Films website and let the drooling commence!

Welcome to the world of horror and gore as host Vanessa Gomez brings you news, reviews, and inside information on today's most horrific topics. From horror films to Halloween activities, Vanessa uncovers it all in this series. So grab a hot cup of Joe (or your beverage of choice), and keep all hands and feet inside your coffins while you enjoy the ride.

Carrie has been rated R for "Sex and Nudity, Violence and Gore, Profanity, Alcohol/Drugs/Smoking, and Frightening/Intense Scenes." Ah, the good stuff! For more information visit WhatHappenedToCarrie.com!

Check out the video below, and look for more in the coming weeks!