Drag Show Halloween – the spice that you’ve been missing. Halloween is a time for getting dressed up and having some spooky fun. But what about us impatient few (many!) who need Halloween and they need it now! Well, you’re in luck. For those looking to take their Halloween festivities to the next level, a drag show Halloween is the perfect way to do it. From outrageous costumes to over-the-top performances, drag shows offer a unique way to celebrate the holiday. So, if you’re looking to add some extra glitz and glamour to your Halloween, a drag show is the way to go!
THE BOULET BROTHERS’ HALFWAY TO HALLOWEEN TV SPECIAL April 25 Only on Shudder
Halloween is right around the corner and what better way to get into the spooky spirit than with The Boulet Brothers’ Halfway to Halloween TV Special – only on Shudder starting April 25! This special is a must-see for fans of drag, horror, and Halloween and features some of the most talented drag queens on the scene. From chilling performances to stunning costumes and makeup, this special is sure to entertain and keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Boulet Brothers’ Halfway to Halloween TV Special is a unique experience that fans won’t want to miss. The special is filled with amazing performances from some of the most talented drag queens in the scene as well as stunning costumes and makeup. Whether you’re a fan of drag, horror, or Halloween, there’s something for everyone in this one-of-a-kind experience.
Boulet Brothers in Dragula: Halfway to Halloween. Photo Credit: Scotty Kirby/Shudder
The guest list:
David Dastmalchian (Dune, Suicide Squad) who co-produced the special, Kevin Smith (Clerks, Tusk), Emily Hampshire (Schitt’s Creek), Taran Killam (SNL), Matthew Lillard (Scream film series), Jorge Garcia (Lost), Steve Agee (Peacemaker), Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, Chopping Mall), Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), Katya (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Derek Mears (Friday the 13th, Swamp Thing), Satanic doo wop band Twin Temple, and Kendra Onixx, Koco Caine & Melissa Befierce (The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula).
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If you’re looking for a truly unique way to get into the spooky spirit and celebrate Halloween, The Boulet Brothers’ Halfway to Halloween TV Special is a must-see experience. With its chilling performances and stunning costumes and makeup, this special is sure to entertain and keep you on the edge of your seat. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind experience and make sure to tune in to The Boulet Brothers’ Halfway to Halloween TV Special, April 25th, only on Shudder.
Dragula
Halloween is the perfect time to dress up and dazzle with a drag show! But if you want to take your look to the next level, Dragula is the way to go. This innovative makeup and accessories concept lets you create stunning effects and looks that go beyond traditional makeup and accessories. You can experiment with different colors, textures and shapes to create a unique look that will be sure to stand out. And with Dragula, you can also add a touch of sophistication to your look. From subtle highlights to bold statement pieces, you can create the perfect look to fit any occasion. So if you want to be the star of your next Halloween drag show, Dragula is the way to go!
What is the Best Way to Find a Drag Show In My Area for Halloween?
Are you looking for the perfect way to celebrate Halloween this year? Look no further than a local drag show! Drag shows are a fun, entertaining way to enjoy the holiday, and many venues around the country are hosting special events for the occasion.
If you’re looking for a Halloween drag show in your area, there are several ways to find one. Start by checking your local LGBT+ centers or community centers for Halloween drag show events. Additionally, look for drag show venues in your area that have Halloween-themed events. You can also contact local drag show promoters in your area to see if they have any upcoming Halloween events.
Additionally, make sure to follow local drag queens and drag kings on social media to stay up to date on any upcoming Halloween drag shows. Searching online for Halloween drag shows in your area is another great way to find events near you. Finally, don’t forget to ask friends and family if they know of any Halloween drag shows in the area.
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Attending a Halloween drag show is a great way to celebrate the holiday with friends and family. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out or a unique way to celebrate the season, you’re sure to find the perfect event in your area. So don’t wait, start looking now to find the best Halloween drag show near you!
What Kind of Costumes Should I Wear to a Drag Show?
Why have regular Halloween when you can have Drag Show Halloween! With all the glitz and glamour of the stage, you can really show your creativity with your costume. Be sure to accessorize with wigs, makeup, and props to really stand out from the crowd. Have fun and be creative with your costume choice! Whether it’s inspired by a famous show or a classic horror movie, you can make it your own with a bit of your own personality. For those looking for more of a challenge, you can even create an entirely new character from your own imagination. There are endless possibilities when it comes to creating your Halloween drag look.
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No matter what costume you choose, the most important thing is to have fun and let your personality shine. A drag show is a great way to express yourself and show off your unique style. You can also use it as an opportunity to bond with friends and make memories that will last a lifetime. So, don your most outrageous costume, grab some friends, and head to the nearest drag show this Halloween!
Can there even BE a Drag Show Halloween without the Boulet Brothers?
The Beach House (2020) is a body horror film directed and written by Jeffrey A. Brown. This film stars Liana Liberato, Noah Le Gros, Jake Weber, and Maryann Nagel. As of this review, this film is only available on Shudder.
Desperate to rekindle their strained love, Emily (Liana Liberato) and Randall (Noah Le Gros) escape to a beach getaway. They soon learn to find that family friends of Randall’s father, Mitch (Jake Weber), and Jane (Maryann Nagel), also had a similar idea. After getting used to each other, a mysterious fog engulfs the town. Unfortunately, they realize too late the danger they find themselves in.
The Beach House Alternative Cover Art
What I Like
Body horror gets under my skin, and The Beach House certainly lives up to the standard. There’s something magical about creatures terraforming your body to their preferred environment, turning humans into nothing more than conscious prisoners in their own flesh. While I wouldn’t consider this film the most traumatic or unsettling example, it utilizes wonderfully grotesque scenes.
Aside from the body horror, the film drops a few Cosmic Horror–or Lovecraftian–vibes that go together perfectly. Another favored genre of mine, this combination ensures the odds are overwhelmingly against our human leads.
Beyond the grotesque, visuals might not overwhelm but certainly succeed in their goal. Several scenes provide an intentionally tranquil experience that contrasts with the grotesques and improves their effectiveness.
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In terms of performance, each actor hits their mark. While some roles require less effort, each contributes to the plot as intended. The standout performance goes to Liana Liberato’s Emily, who acts as co-lead. She simply has the most to work with and lives up to the part.
Disclaimer Kimberley Web Design
Tired Tropes and Trigger Warnings
As “body horror” should indicate, this film will hit hard for the more squeamish viewer. While horror by nature has some amount of grotesque, body horror brings that grotesque to the next level. While I don’t particularly find The Beach House hitting harder than its competition, it certainly respects its chosen genre.
Liana Liberato as Emily
What I Dislike or Considerations
A few scenic montages may hit or miss depending on your interpretation. While I have my own theories, that speculation goes beyond the scope of this review. Many of these scenes overlap more philosophical conversations and musings that may annoy or add layers. This strategy seems a common practice in Cosmic Horror, which forces characters to rationalize the irrational.
It’s hard for me to understand how secretive or known this event is supposed to be in the film’s world. Individuals know something outside of the town, with evidence implying governmental knowledge. This information creates a contrivance–perhaps, even a plot hole–because the characters had to reach this isolated town without any opposition.
One of the visuals didn’t exactly grab me. While I won’t go into too much detail, an effect looked too visually similar to a common animal that barely survives rain. It’s hard to be threatened by that. It also doesn’t exactly match up with some of the other visuals. Even the creatures that look similar to it still look different enough to provide a more alien assumption.
There are moments when the infected chase our main characters by crawling at them. While the context works, with injured characters helping to sell them, I can’t help but find these scenes amusing as opposed to frightening. Yes, it’s certainly visually different from the plethora of zombies out there, but it’s also less frightening than zombies that leisurely walk to their targets.
Final Thoughts
The Beach House combines cosmic and body horror to create an uncomfortable film that tests its characters. For those who enjoy these genres, it will certainly entertain you, but I doubt it will frighten you. I imagine the mood to watch it again might strike me, but I’m not entirely certain it will stand the test of time.
(3 / 5)
If this movie suits your fancy and you want more, Honeymoon seems an appropriate recommendation.
Every Secret Thing (2014) is a crime thriller directed by Amy J. Berg and written by Nicole Holofcener. This R-rated film stars Diane Lane, Danielle Macdonald, Dakota Fanning, and Elizabeth Banks. Based on Laura Lippman’s novel of the same name, the film adaptation is accessible through MAX and DirecTV.
When a little girl goes missing, Nancy Porter (Elizabeth Banks) spirals into an all too familiar tale. As pressure mounts, Alice Manning (Danielle Macdonald) and Ronnie Fuller (Dakota Fanning) become the leading suspects. The strained frenemies unravel under the attention and reminders of their shared past.
Every Secret Thing Book Cover
What I Like
The film unravels in a non-chronological structure but makes it easy for the viewer to follow. It helps that the age difference clearly divides the younger actors, who change actors. One casting choice resembles their older counterpart, and the acting reflects a strong direction for their shared role.
Unreliable narration remains expertly communicated with scenes that change perspectives depending on whose perspective we view them from. This choice adds a reason to view the film twice, providing extra ambiguity for some of these events.
The camera gets up close and personal to an uncomfortable degree, which almost certainly presses the actors’ performances. This choice places the viewer in the character’s perspective and limits us from others’ perspectives to add extra credence to these biases.
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Every Secret Thing provides a spiraling mystery that unravels with several twists and turns. Assuming the novel provided the outline, this film executes these points and keeps a consistently engaging experience throughout the runtime.
Disclaimer Kimberley Web Design
Tired Tropes and Trigger Warnings
Child abuse and neglect remain the central plot points of Every Secret Thing. Little of this abuse appears in scenes, but there is no escaping the danger children are in throughout the film.
Self-harm and suicide are shown throughout the film (once in the case of suicide) through one specific character. It isn’t glorified or romanticized nor addressed with particular sensitivity. For those sensitive to these subjects, it might be triggering.
Racism, the assumed motive for the bi-racial victims, plays a small role in the film’s narrative. However, character motives remain more complex, but going further spoils some elements. This film decision does create the reality that bi-racial children are the victims of child neglect and abuse in the film with little additional context. It does invite uncomfortable speculation, but speculation it would be.
Sexual assault is another concern for viewers, specifically statutory rape. This issue seems particularly mismanaged, considering the survivor remains an antagonist. One can be both survivor of assault and an antagonist of a film without needing to discredit the assault. While little appears of this issue, and the manipulation angle can indicate a perspective shift, it’s hard to refute how the film wants to represent this attack.
Diane Lane as Helen and Danielle Macdonald as Alice
What I Dislike
Loosely tied to the above point, one character seems mentally off and purposely so. This point doesn’t inherently create an issue, but there seems to be a choice to make this character a mastermind. Perhaps this is better addressed in the book, but the execution is far from perfect here.
A newspaper montage reveals essential information which feels oddly misplaced. Practically the entire setup for the film appears through this montage, which creates the necessity to read these headlines in the minimal time given.
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As a horror, nothing but the events are haunting. Children being abused or kidnapped always haunts, but the terror of this remains secondary to the mystery. While the mystery is nice, this film won’t particularly scare the seasoned horror fan.
Final Thoughts
Every Secret Thing unravels a mystery of opportunism, selfishness, and deception. While the movie won’t haunt the viewer, it certainly unravels a mystery that shocks them. The nuanced and deceptive characters add a layer of engagement that creates a unique experience, but I doubt this movie will linger in my mind. (2.5 / 5)
We’ve now reached episode six of Tim Burton’s Wednesday. And after the last episode, this one did not disappoint.
We start with Wednesday attempting to contact Goody Addams. Last episode, if you’ll recall, Morticia explained the difference between a psychic dove and a raven. Since Goody Addams was the last raven psychic in the family line, it’s got to be her that trains Wednesday.Â
But her seance is a failure, and Wednesday is interrupted by a magazine note shoved under the door. It says to meet someone at a crypt for answers.
When she gets there, it turns out that her friends have put together a surprise birthday party for her. Before she can cut the cake, however, she has a vision.
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Goody Addams tells her that she must find a specific gate. After some investigation, Wednesday discovers it’s the gate to the old Gates house.
Wednesday goes to investigate, but she isn’t the only one. She is nearly discovered by Mayor Walker. He is also investigating the Gates family, even though they’re all reported to be dead. He leaves a message for Sheriff Galpin and is almost immediately run over by a car.
This incident is enough to get Wednesday’s town villages revoked. Though this seems like an empty punishment since the whole school is on lockdown. Someone burned Fire Will Rain on their front lawn.
Wednesday isn’t one for believing the rules apply to her. She has it in her head that she’s meant to save Nevermore Academy, probably from whatever descendent of Crackstone who’s still around. So she has no problem lying to Enid and Tyler and convincing them to help her sneak off campus and explore the Gates house further.
This, of course, is an incredibly informative trip. The kids find a hidden altar to Crackstone, as well as the missing body parts from the monster’s victims. They also find evidence that someone’s been staying in the house. Someone who’s staying in what looks like a little girl’s room.
Before they can find anything more, the monster finds them. They barely escape, and go to the sheriff with what they find.
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Of course, the house has been cleared out by the time Sheriff Galpin arrives. Furious that his son was almost killed, he tells Wednesday to stay away from him.
Because that always works, right?
Galpin isn’t the only one angry. Enid is fed up with the way Wednesday has been treating her. And so she leaves their room to bunk with someone else, leaving Wednesday alone.
This episode was well done. The discoveries at the house were exciting, and I’m almost sure I know who’s behind the murders at this point. Overall, this was a good ramp-up to the season finale.
Finally, this episode did something I was worried just wasn’t going to happen. And for that alone, it deserves praise.
Wednesday has been incredibly selfish and inconsiderate since the first episode. She’s been rude and demanding towards Thing. She’s ignored her friends’ needs and emotions while insisting they put themselves in danger for her investigation. She has respected no one’s boundaries, even while other people have at least tried to respect hers.
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And now, it’s finally come back to bite her. All of the people who have been doing their best to show her kindness and support are finally done with her bullshit.
Yes, this is a good thing! Characters are best when they’re allowed to learn and grow. When they don’t come to us flawless. When they mess up and learn from it. Especially for a show aimed at kids, this is essential.
If you’d asked me at the beginning of the season if this character was going to experience honest character growth, I’d have assured you it would never happen. Much to my surprise, it’s happening. I hope that Wednesday is going to come out of this a better person. With two episodes left in the season, there’s plenty of time for that.Â
(4 / 5)
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