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Matthew Jackson

Matthew Jackson (he/him) is a writer, critic, podcaster, and nerd-for-hire who’s been writing about pop culture for more than 15 years. He lives in Austin, Texas, and when he’s not writing he’s usually counting the days until Christmas.

‘Hannibal’ 1×05 Recap: Ethical Butchery

"Cruelty is a gift humanity has given itself."

November 4, 2025

‘Hannibal’ 1×04 Recap: Family is an Ill-Fitting Suit

It's like the Manson Family meets 'Leave It To Beaver.'

October 28, 2025

‘Queens of the Dead’ Brings Queer Joy to the Zombie Apocalypse

Horror has always been for the weirdos, the outsiders, the ostracized and excluded, which is why horror has also always been queer.

October 27, 2025

‘It: Welcome to Derry’ Is a Fascinating Mess of a Horror Show

This one may not have the It factor, but it's headed in the right direction.

October 24, 2025

The Belcher Family Holiday Trilogy Part 1: ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Halloween Episodes, Ranked

Somehow the episode where Tina dates a ghost is somehow not the best. That alone should tell you just how good these episodes are. 

October 22, 2025

‘Hannibal’ 1×03 Recap: Talking to a Shadow Suspended on Dust

It's a battle for Abigail Hobbs on two fronts: One for her body, one for her soul. 

October 21, 2025

Heist Guide: John Carpenter’s ‘Halloween’

Yes, there are now three films in this franchise that are just called Halloween, and yes it's a little frustrating!

October 17, 2025

‘Hannibal’ 1×02 Recap: Giving Voice to the Unmentionable

Will's fragility may cause him to shatter under this pressure. If he does, who will his shards cut first?

October 14, 2025

Horror Secret Handshakes: ‘The Black Cat’ (1934)

'The Black Cat' remains one of the most stylish, compelling, and wonderfully dark entries in Universal's horror catalogue. 

October 13, 2025