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A Steely Dan horror story

Expanding Dan • 609 implied HN points • 31 Oct 23
🎶 Music Rock Recording Horror
  1. A technical calamity during the making of Katy Lied album haunted Steely Dan's sound in 1975.
  2. Guitarist Denny Dias shared a spooky incident involving a mist and a remix of 'Doctor Wu'.
  3. The mixing process and mastering of the Katy Lied album was plagued by challenges and technical issues that required additional adjustments.
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In Conversation With: Tyler Jones

So Here’s a Thing • 393 implied HN points • 10 Oct 23
📚 Literature Horror Fiction Writing Novels Themes
  1. In writing, sometimes the trigger for ideas can be something as simple as a horse on a foggy morning that sparks the imagination.
  2. Horror fiction allows for deep exploration of themes like loss and grief, presenting them in a way that can resonate with readers on a personal level.
  3. The spare prose in writing can allow readers to bring their own emotions and interpretations to the story, creating a more engaging and participatory experience.

Anthology: Death Flex, Shadow of the Executioner

Aristophanes Athenaeum • 373 implied HN points • 26 Aug 23
📚 Literature Horror Short Stories Book review Authors
  1. Death Flex is a unique horror anthology inspired by the diary of Franz Schmidt, the Chief Executioner of Nuremberg in the 1500s.
  2. The stories in Death Flex are varied and unique, each offering a different perspective on the diary and keeping readers engaged.
  3. The anthology features well-crafted stories like Thirty-One Blows and The Kobolds Stare, offering a mix of historical insight and thrilling narrative.

Revisio-News #3: The Overpriced Hellraiser 4 Workprint

Textual Variations • 231 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Film Media industry Horror Cinema
  1. The movie 'Hellraiser: Bloodline' had an interesting production history with multiple cuts and a leaked workprint version.
  2. Arrow Video is releasing a limited edition box set that includes one of the workprint versions of 'Bloodline'.
  3. Fans may want to wait for a standalone release of 'Bloodline' to get a better quality version without buying the box set.

No one left to kill me

Message from the Underworld • 275 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Film Horror Review
  1. The movie 'Ichi the Killer' is known for its extreme violence, gore, and difficult-to-watch scenes.
  2. The film presents a dark existential comedy where the line between hero and villain is blurred.
  3. The director Takashi Miike creates a spectacle in 'Ichi the Killer' to make a statement about society and bring to life the extreme nature of the source material.

Favourite Films of 1975

Sounds Good! • 39 implied HN points • 11 Feb 24
🎨 Art & Illustration Film Music Horror Comedy Horror
  1. The post lists favorite films of 1975, highlighting impactful movies like 'Dog Day Afternoon,' 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show,' and 'Jaws.'
  2. The author shares personal experiences with the films, like being blown away by the lack of music in 'Dog Day Afternoon' and being scared by 'Jaws' as a child.
  3. The post also includes notable mentions like 'Shampoo,' 'Tommy,' 'The Passenger,' 'Love and Death,' and 'Shivers,' showcasing a diverse film selection for the year.

Fear of Trees

Wild Information • 117 implied HN points • 12 Nov 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Nature Literature Science Horror Time
  1. Some people have a fear of trees, which can be related to plant intelligence and time perception.
  2. Trees hold ancient time, and exploring forests can evoke eerie and beautiful feelings.
  3. Plants are believed to have intelligence, and this idea has been explored in horror, folklore, and science fiction.

John Carpenter suspends natural law until the end of October

Meaningful Particulars • 65 implied HN points • 27 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Film Horror Art Science Literature
  1. John Carpenter's horror movies explore the theme of the absence of reasons, creating terror by challenging beliefs about reality and identity.
  2. Horror can work on three levels: gross-out, horror, and terror, with terror being the most powerful as it creates fear in the imagination.
  3. Carpenter's films, like Lovecraft's stories, confront the idea of a horrifying, incomprehensible universe, emphasizing the terror of the unknown.

Genre Grapevine for July 30, 2023

Genre Grapevine • 58 implied HN points • 30 Jul 23
📚 Literature Science fiction Fantasy Horror Short Stories Authors
  1. Twitter has undergone drastic changes under Elon Musk's leadership, impacting various user communities.
  2. Alternative social media platforms like Mastodon and Bluesky are gaining traction amid Twitter's changes.
  3. The science fiction and fantasy community is engaging in important conversations around AI, copyright, and representation in genre awards.

The Howl Society

Barbarian Grunge • 1 HN point • 05 May 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Horror Community Feedback
  1. The Howl Society is a community of horror authors that welcomes newcomers, offers feedback on stories, and produces annual horror anthologies.
  2. Members of The Howl Society come from diverse backgrounds, making discussions lively and engaging.
  3. The anthologies produced by The Howl Society are community-driven, with themes, stories, and artwork decided through crowd-sourcing and workshops.

Dracula: September 7

Dracula Daily • 0 implied HN points • 07 Sep 23
📚 Literature Fiction Horror Patient Care Medicine
  1. Dr. Van Helsing emphasizes the importance of discretion when dealing with sensitive information and situations.
  2. Blood transfusion is urgently needed to save Lucy's life, highlighting the significant impact of immediate medical intervention.
  3. Arthur's deep love and willingness to sacrifice for Lucy's well-being showcase the power of selfless devotion.

Fiction: Shareholder Value

Autoscriptorium • 0 implied HN points • 01 Aug 23
⚔ Fiction Science fiction Horror
  1. The story delves into a narrative of redemption for a ruthless finance type, challenging traditional villain portrayals.
  2. There is a surreal element in the story where the protagonist is fed upon by mysterious creatures extracting shareholder value.
  3. The tale is described as transcribed from the author's dream, highlighting the power of imagination and storytelling.