How Meta Horror took the 90s by Storm

If you think ‘Scream’ in 1996 and its sequels opened the creaking doors and led us into the spooky world of meta - horror, think again! Meta cinema was a staple of horror before Wes Craven & Kevin Williamson’s newest slasher franchise splattered onto  the big screen, and is soon to be explored by writer/director/producer David Weiner in a new ‘In Search of Darkness’ chapter. After a successful crowdfunding campaign in October last year (2023), ‘In Search of Darkness: 1990 -1994’ is currently in production and promises to lift the veil on the so-called ‘lost decade’ of horror. What does it mean to be meta and how did it shape the evolution of the horror genre in the 90s? Before we look at the two films that started the 90s Meta horror trend let’s briefly look at the rise of this reflective storytelling phenomena. Numerous films put meta at the heart of their productions and is thought to have started with the 1940 musical ‘Road To Singapore’. 

[Film Review] Misan Harriman Debut Short , The After. Streaming on Netflix

Director: Misan Harriman

Writer: John Julius Schwabach

Stars: David Oyelowo, Jessica Plummer, Sule Rumi

Successful executive Dayo’s life is shattered after a devastating random attack in the UK’s capital city of London. Months later Dayo struggles to cope with the unbearable weight of grief following the aftermath. Now working as a driver, Dayo struggles to reconnect with himself and society as a whole.

Forbidden Worlds Film Festival Launches Short Film Competition

Are you a genre film maker with a penchant and passion for all things sci-fi, horror, action, and maybe a little fantasy? Forbidden Worlds Film Festival, a Bristol based film event celebrating the best of vintage genre movies have launched their very own short film competition showcasing the best upcoming genre talent. The doors have been flung open and filmmakers can begin submitting their finest genre shorts for consideration to be showcased in the festival's next May event.