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ROSEMARY’S BABY

Posted on September 8, 2012 at 12:48 PM by Fasso

        Next up in the Tour through Hell, Phil takes a look at ROSEMARY’S BABY, a seminal flick that bores him, despite its iconic status.  Read on to see why Phil doesn’t understand its status as a … Continue reading →

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Hell of Fame Inductee: Damien Thorn

Posted on July 16, 2012 at 10:04 PM by Fasso

    Damien Thorn   takes his throne as crown prince of the Hell of Fame      hailed by Phil Fasso             When the Jews return to Zion And a comet rips the sky, … Continue reading →

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THE OMEN

Posted on June 27, 2012 at 8:57 AM by Fasso

        Ed. note- THE OMEN is important on many levels.  It was a huge blockbuster in the summer of 1976, and made so much money that Fox Studios was able to fund George Lucas’ STAR WARS.  But … Continue reading →

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THE OMEN Extras

Posted on June 23, 2012 at 2:03 PM by Fasso

        One of the great advantages of the advent of DVD was special features.  Suddenly, anybody who wanted to get a glimpse behind the scenes, see shots that didn’t make the final cut, or listen to actors … Continue reading →

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THE OMEN (2006)

Posted on June 19, 2012 at 7:40 PM by Fasso

        As I discussed in my review of Tom Savini’s dreadful NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD 1990, there are plenty of reasons to remake a film.  Many are lousy, some are weird, and a few even manage … Continue reading →

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THE OMEN LEGACY

Posted on June 10, 2012 at 1:08 PM by Fasso

        I’ve seen a number of documentaries over the years that have covered one particular horror franchise or another.  Depending on how these docs are assembled, they’re hit or miss.  Still, I was more than a little … Continue reading →

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OMEN IV: THE AWAKENING

Posted on June 9, 2012 at 1:40 PM by Fasso

        Ed. note- I wrote this review for Icons of Fright, and it pissed off my editor there.  He pointed me out to his buddy’s positive review of the film.  I automatically threw out every opinion that … Continue reading →

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THE FINAL CONFLICT

Posted on June 9, 2012 at 9:13 AM by Fasso

        Far too often, horror franchises follow a tired formula, where the monster returns in sequel after sequel simply to slay the next group of anonymous teens.  Even though these franchises progress in number, the Jasons and … Continue reading →

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DAMIEN: OMEN II

Posted on June 8, 2012 at 7:55 PM by Fasso

        When I initially got a DVD player back in 2000, the first flick I wanted to buy on disc was THE OMEN.  It’s by far my favorite horror film, and for all my salt the best … Continue reading →

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The Antichrist Invades Death Ensemble: THE OMEN Retrospective

Posted on June 8, 2012 at 7:12 PM by Fasso

        One of horror’s most important birthdays has just passed.  On June 6 at 6 am, in 1976, Damien Thorn was born.  And what better way to celebrate the birth of the Antichrist at Death Ensemble than … Continue reading →

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