As horror fans most of us watch horror movies all year round; I even have specific ones for Christmas, Easter and other non-horror holidays. But there is a difference between the horror movie and the “Halloween season” horror movie. They have a different tone to them and are often littered with Halloween imagery and traditions.
Pumpkin Cinema is the best guide you can find for these exact kind of films. The author, Nathan Tolle, is not only a big fan of horror but clearly Tolle’s heart is filled with the Halloween spirit. The guide features movies, TV specials and several pages of Top 5 lists in case you are looking for something more specific. Each movie and TV special comes with a brief review and often a fun anecdote from Tolle’s life to give you an insight on his love for the holiday.
The best feature of this book is Tolle’s ability to write in a way that makes it seem like you are actually there hanging out with him and chatting about these movies. The movies in question are all pretty spot on, even if I haven’t heard of some. Fans may be disappointed not to see more hardcore titles listed but as Tolle states, this is for fun! Nobody wants to end their night covered in chocolate and tears watching Martyrs. Pumpkin Cinema is the most relevant and concise reference book in the genre to date, it’s littered with classics and overlooked gems. You’re sure to find something to dig up this Halloween!
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