If you’re anything like me, congratulations. We’re crushing it. The rest of the world, though? Woof. Bad news, bad vibes.

As an antidote to the deluge of misery, Rooster Illusion is offering a deluge of horror, which is different**. Octoberween is once again here to lift your emotional spirits by presenting seasonal film criticism about paranormal spirits. We’ve got fast zombies, slow zombies, big monsters, little monsters, happy families (all alike), unhappy families (each unhappy in its own way), multiple Frankensteins, sad Draculas, singing Draculas (also sad), and the cutest little doggie you ever did see (very depressed). If that doesn’t fill you with Halloween cheer, then…my God, you were the clone this whole time***!

Whether or not you’re the real twelve dedicated readers or merely sinister impostors with inscrutable motives, there’s something here for everyone. So grab yourself some candy, dim the lights, and prepare to thoughtfully engage with horror and horror-adjacent cinema.

Octoberween: When you’re here, it’s Octoberween. Enjoy.

*For certain values of “good” and “news”.
**With one notable exception.
***Clones famously do not have the ability to vibe.