One of the earliest films I remember seeing was the 2-part mini-series of Stephen King’s IT. IT scared the undying crap out of me when I was about 6 or 7.
Now, many years later, I have decided to actually read the novel before part 2 of the new 2-part films is out.
HERE GOES…
…TIME TO FLOAT…
Edit: After reading 50 pages, although enjoying it, I have decided to concentrate on The Dark Tower series for a while.
Some thoughts of mine after finishing the first book of Stephen King’s epic series ‘The Dark Tower’.
It took me to my second attempt to actually read this book to completion. And although it started off as a bit of a chore, by about a third in I found myself drawn in to the Gunslinger and his pursue of the Man in Black.
I found the story to be a slow burn — an ongoing pursuit interspersed with necessary backstory of the titular character. And I mean that in a good way. I have the feeling that this is going to be a build up over a long time — especially knowing that how many books there are now in this series.
I found it really intriguing how the Gunslinger and the boy he finds, Jake, interact. Their relationship seemed to be building into an interesting one and really hope that it can somehow be explored further. Somehow.
And Jake’s history too. His origin that spoke of New York in some other world, or that’s what I presumed. Yet the world in which we follow the Gunslinger seems to be in some post-war-ravaged, desolate future of the very same Earth.
Whatever ends up happening, and however this crossing at the nexus of realities is explored, I’m looking forward to the ride it brings.
I’ve been a fan of American Horror Story for a few years now – since Hotel first aired. So you’d think I’d have been all over Scream Queens too, given it was also created in part by both Brad Falchuk and Ryan Murphy.
But for some strange reason, known only to me I guess, I have only just decided to sit down and watch it.
And it is freakin’ incredible!
The comic timing and sense of humour is on point in the pilot episode. So often it seemed I found myself being played like a fiddle at the whims of the creators. I found myself laughing out loud and then becoming appalled at myself for what I was laughing at.
All of the actors and actresses involved were fun to watch, but I have to give a special shout-out to original scream queen herself, Jamie Lee Curtis. I’m so happy she is in this show and can’t wait to see what part she ultimately plays. And of course, one of my favourite American Horror Story alumni, Emma Roberts as the super-fucking-bitch Chanel.
Emma Roberts is so bloody disgusting in this show and yet I can’t help but love her character. She is so much fun to watch just being an incredibly evil person to those around her. And something tells me that she won’t get her just desserts any time soon.
I feel as though Scream Queens fell under the radar a bit, especially when compared to it’s mature older cousin American Horror Story. But just from this opening pilot alone I have found it just as entertaining, if not even more so.
There were some great musical moments too – something I’ve just come to expect from these guys. And some awesome song choices too — especially the opening song by Bat For Lashes — ‘What’s A Girl To Do?’.
If I hadn’t have had to get up early the next morning I’d probably have watched the next two or three episodes back to back. I guess I will have to wait.
Scream Queens is going to make a great show to keep my juices flowing ready for American Horror Story: 1984 in September.
I can’t believe I’ve waited this long to actually get started on it.
I started reading The Gunslinger about a year ago but only got about half way through.
After someone at work mentioned The Dark Tower series today, I was inspired to pick it back up and try again.
Here goes…
The Neon Demon is one of my favourite films of recent years. I wrote up my thoughts on it a while back. Here are some of my favourite posters that I’ve found, created by other fans of the film.
Archie during my dog-sitting week.
Woof woof! Woof!
Archie, circa 2019
The Junji Ito Manga Site is my dedication to the works of acclaimed Horror Manga artist and writer, Junji Ito.
Ever since I read my first manga, The Enigma of Amigara Fault, I was hooked on Junji Ito’s work. I couldn’t quite describe the feelings that his work gave me.
I was unsettled;
I was excited;
and I loved it.
After writing about his, and other artists’, works on my other website, the Horror Manga Site, I have decided to focus in on just Ito’s work for now. Hence this new website.
It is still early days and so the website itself still needs some work. However, it is working fine and all of my posts can now be read.
There are just some style tweaks I’d like to make.
I will be looking to add reviews for all of Ito’s manga stories over the coming months, as well as the Anime and Films that have been based on his work.
I’d also like to share cool cosplays and fan art that I come across too, with full credit given to the creators of course.
I’m very excited about what the next year and beyond could bring with this site and would love for you all to join me on this journey.
I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all of the people who have supported me throughout my writing on the Horror Manga Site. I appreciate each and every one of you and am looking forward to bringing you even more from here going forwards.
All the best to all of you,
Dave.
Loving the recent formats of the TV series Archer. Finally got back into watching it – Dreamland was great and just about to start Danger Island.
Once again, I have left the current series of American Horror Story until months after it has finished airing. I think it must be something inside me that doesn’t want to reach the end.
Last night I watched four episodes back to back — and I absolutely loved it. The old characters that have been making appearances have been so great. And the music, as always, is terrific.
Can’t wait to see how this series wraps up, and of course to begin 1984 in a few months time.
Most people probably know the story of Snow White — the seven dwarfs; the poison apple; the prince. But I bet not many know of this version by acclaimed horror Mangaka Junji Ito.
A short version but not one to be missed.
I really need to get and watch AHS: Apocalypse before this next series starts. I absolutely adore this show, but I always seem to wait until the next one is coming out before catching up.
1984 looks freaking awesome though – just the concept alone. Can’t wait.
I just stumbled upon a classic episode of the TV series Only Fools And Horses. It’s the one where Del Boy, Rodney and Cassandra win a holiday to Spain after Del sends one of Rodney’s old school paintings into a cereal competition.
This series still stands up and I’m still laughing out loud watching it.
They truly don’t make them quite like this anymore.
Taken by myself at the musée d’Orsay in Paris
During our trip to Paris a few years ago, my girlfriend and I visited a fair number of art galleries. Although I saw a lot of paintings that stood out to me, this one — A Beggar Woman by Hugues Merle — was one that grabbed me the most.
I’m not even sure what it is about it that spoke to me. I just found myself imagining stories within the world this woman lived in.
I am absolutely loving No Man’s Sky. The planets I’ve visited are absolutely stunning!
My first base is on a snowy planet I discovered. I called the planet “Ice Bonga”. The cold storms get pretty nippy on there.
After warp driving to a neighbouring star system, I found another new planet. This is probably my favourite planet yet so have decided to set up camp.
I have named this new planet “Plush Bonga” and have begun the base building.
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