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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.

‘Abraham’s Boys’ Is a Chilling, Unexpected Dracula Sequel

Yes, this is a 'Dracula' story — one that's very light on monsters and very heavy on atmosphere.

July 11, 2025

‘M3GAN 2.0’ Is Fun, Even if Its Upgrades Don’t Quite Work

There is no self-consciousness in this movie about artificial intelligence.

June 27, 2025

’28 Years Later’ Is an Ambitious, Emotional Horror Epic

At once spellbinding and devastating, '28 Years Later's' dark fairy tale aesthetic creates an epic, yet strikingly intimate, film.

June 20, 2025

Horror Secret Handshakes: ‘Pontypool’

Watching 'Pontypool' now, amid autocratic thuggery across America, the film feels practically prophetic.

June 13, 2025

‘Killer of Killers’ Is a Stunning New Addition to the World of ‘Predator’

Set across three different eras, 'Killer of Killers' expands Predator lore while delivering some of the best action scenes of the year.

June 6, 2025

A Ferocious Jai Courtney Takes the Killer ‘Dangerous Animals’ by the Throat

This is the kind of horror movie summers were made for.

June 5, 2025

‘Bring Her Back’ Is a Slow-Burning Nightmare You Shouldn’t Miss

Slow-burning and dread-laced, 'Bring Her Back' is one of the most singularly upsetting horror films you're likely to see this year.

May 30, 2025

‘Prom Queen’ Can’t Live up to the Other ‘Fear Street’ Movies

It all feels like a first draft, like no one thought to expand on any character arcs, tighten any dialogue, or shave off the rougher edges and loose ends.

May 23, 2025

Heist Guide: Mission: Impossible

Get the rundown on pop culture's stuntiest superspy ahead of his final reckoning.

May 21, 2025

‘Bloodlines’ is ‘Final Destination’ Done Right

'Final Destination Bloodlines' proves that this film series has plenty of gas left in the tank and plenty of bloody new fates to explore.

May 16, 2025