David's Basement of the Bizarre

On the evening of December 9, 1965, a fireball streaked across the sky of the Northeastern United States and Ontario, Canada. While thousands witnessed the light show, the small village of Kecksburg, Pennsylvania, approximately 30 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, became the epicenter of one of the most enduring UFO mysteries in American history.

Slugs is directed by Juan Piquer Simón. He is the mind behind the infamous slasher Pieces. This Spanish-American co-production takes a ridiculous premise—mutant, man-eating slugs. It treats the premise with a level of gory sincerity. This approach earned it a permanent spot in the cult horror hall of fame.

Released in 1964, Dogora (originally titled Uchu Daikaiju Dogora, or Space Monster Dogora) is one of the most unique entries in Toho’s “Golden Age” of kaiju (giant monster) cinema. It remains memorable for its distinctive style and storytelling. Ishirō Honda, the legendary director, leads the film. It stands out by blending a traditiona...

A Hollywood extravaganza in rural New England filled with haunted houses, museums, a circus, movie stars, and more, Spookyworld turned Halloween into a season-long celebration. During its original twelve-year run, Spookyworld sparked a new phenomenon, bringing us haunted mansions and scary stories that would shape the world of horror fandom for years to come. In ...

Hold onto your hats and watch the rafters this Saturday, May 30, as Svengoolie presents the 1958 creature-feature classic EARTH VS. THE SPIDER! When a massive, cave-dwelling arachnid is accidentally awakened by a group of teenagers, it goes on a silk-spinning rampage through a small town that only rock ‘n’ roll (and a lot of electricity) can stop. Produced and directed by...