B-List Delights

Creep 2 (2017) exceeds the expectations I had, as Creep’s sequel. In it, a struggling videographer spends her time trying to fulfill her vision of filming weird internet meetups. Sara, played by actress Desiree Akhavan, meets the man who inspires her and refuels her artistic dream. That vision is what led her to stay filming Aaron, who was previously named Josef. Mark Duplass, Creep and Creep 2’s w...

With Halloween creeping up quickly, most teens will find themselves sitting on the couch and watching scary movies while they enjoy candy. Some may be scaring little kids or exploring a haunted maze, but for those looking to watch a movie that leaves you utterly speechless, Creep (2014) is the movie for you. Josef, played by Mark Duplass, sends out an online ad for someone to record his last messa...

Friend Request (2016) is a fairy-tale-turned-internet-nightmare. Alicia Debnam-Carey’s character, Laura, is living the internet dream. She’s majoring in psychology, spending time with her boyfriend and friends, and posting her life for strangers to see. One day she receives a friend request from Marina, a shy girl in her psychology class. Marina, played by Liesel Marquette, focuses her time to...

Actress Shauna Macdonald, who plays a woman named Sarah, finds herself lost in an unexplored cavern with her friends in The Descent (2005) with creatures who have adapted to live in the dark. Juno, played by Natalie Mendoza, hopes to explore an uncharted cave system, without letting the others know that important detail. After stumbling into a pit of bones, the predators, referred to as “Crawlers�...

The slightly satirical Z Nation (2014), created by Karl Schaefer, is one of my favorite zombie TV shows. It has the right amount of seriousness and comedic breaks weaved into the somewhat complicated storyline. A few years after the zombie outbreak began, a group of strangers  embarks on an adventure from New York to California, meeting some interesting characters like clowns, cannibals, and a zombie...

The Invitation (2013) is a suspenseful, mysterious movie directed by Karyn Kusama. It represents the terrifying, horrific reality of what losing a family member can do. Will and Eden lost their young son from a tragic accident. Eden disappears after his death, leaving Will confused and alone, until she pops up again two years later with a new husband. The Invitation is set in Hollywood Hills, where...

Signs (2002) unveils the terrifying life of a family who is tormented by a group of aliens. Graham Hess, played by Mel Gibson, was once a preacher. After his wife died in a car accident, he lost faith in God and is no longer a “Father” as he continuously repeats. Hess lives with his two children, Bo and Morgan, and his brother, Merrill. Merrill is played by Joaquin Phoenix, Bo is played by Abig...

Looking to ponder life more deeply than you originally hoped? “Black Mirror” is the show for you. Without a doubt, it has quickly become a popular show created by Netflix to engulf their audience so they will wonder about technology. It practically gives you an existential crisis after watching a single episode. Created by Netflix, “Black Mirror” currently has four seasons and is renewed fo...

Heathers (1989), written by Daniel Waters and directed by Michael Lehman, is considered a classic by some, while unknown to others. It isn’t entirely the slasher film that is showcased in B-List, nor is it quite the indie film, but it does bring a comedic hint to the dark, crime fiction genre. Starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater, Heathers reveals the concealed world of teen peer pressure, bulli...

The Conjuring (2013), directed by James Wan, tells the story of the Perron family, who moved to a quiet, country home in 1971 and begin experiencing supernatural phenomenons. The Conjuring is based on the true events of the Warrens, who were real-life paranormal investigators. All seven members of the Perron family start to experience strange occurrences after moving into their home in Rhode Island....

If you’re in the mood for a semi-silent thriller, Kristy (2014) is the movie for you. Justine, played by Haley Bennett, is a college student staying on campus for Thanksgiving, as she is unable to afford a ticket home. Her boyfriend Aaron, played by Lucas Till, reluctantly leaves her with another friend, who quickly into the movie leaves her for family. Justine’s only companion is the campus s...

Dark Skies (2013) is a horror/sci-fi hybrid that reminds me of Signs with the similar alien themed horror. Directed by Scott Stewart, I’ve rated Dark Skies as three out of five skulls. Overall, I really enjoyed this movie but there were too many holes in the plot. I felt like I was unable to have my questions answered throughout most of it. I can normally fill in gaps within the plot, but I’m unable t...

Circle (2015), directed by James Ponsoldt, is the second movie marked off my list and is rated a 4 out of 5 skulls. Technically it is put under the ‘thriller’ category and it doesn’t disappoint. In this movie, 50 strangers find themselves in a spaceship like vessel, all of them stuck in their own circle. If they step outside of their circle, they are killed. They must vote to survive another...

I’ve been very interested in watching and reviewing B-list horror movies, so I created a list of B-list horror movies to watch and mark off. I’ve decided that during the weekend one or two movies will be marked off the list and reviewed. The first choice off my list is Hush, which I’ve rated from my own review scale, as a four out of five skulls. Hush goes the crowd with this compelling, p...