FrightFest 2023, a spine-chilling extravaganza of the macabre, unfolded before eager eyes and beating hearts, embracing horror enthusiasts in the most captivating manner. For those fortunate enough to participate, this year's festival brought an added thrill, as the haunting and hair-raising cinematic spectacles were made accessible for remote reviewing. Embarking on a virtual journey through the shadows of terror, delving into the twisted tales of horror from the comfort of one's own domain, was an exhilarating treat for every avid film critic and horror aficionado.

It’s no secret that I’m a huge fan of the Houston Horror Film Festival. I mean, I could really consider Houston Marriott Westchase my home away from home at this point, but despite all of the years I’ve attended the event, I’ve always concentrated most of my time in the vendor halls and photo areas. This is the first year that I found the time to catch, enjoy, and critique each and every movie.

I remember wanting to cover the Philadelphia Unnamed Film Festival last year but I was too late on the draw. This year they contacted me about checking out their event and I couldn't be happier to do so. Honestly, I wish I was closer to the City of Brotherly Love because it seems as if they have tons of parties happening to coincide with the screenings.

I briefly covered Fantasia last year, and looking back at the films that made the cut, they all had pretty high marks. Because of this, I thought I’d take a stab at checking out what the fest had to offer in 2023. While I wish I had gotten more across my desk, I very much enjoyed viewing and covering the films that were sent my way.