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The Longbox of Darkness – A Horror In Pop Culture Podcast
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The Science Fiction Art of Wally Wood
Wally Wood changed science fiction illustration via his art in comics and magazines, particularly through his work with EC Comics and in Galaxy Science Fiction. His cinematic visuals and unique designs left a lasting impact on both comics and broader visual culture.
Forty-Two Kids, One Island, No Mercy: Revisiting Battle Royale (after reading the Novel)
Before The Hunger Games. Before Squid Game. Before every battle royale game you’ve ever played — there was Battle Royale. Revisiting Fukasaku’s brutal 2000 masterpiece after finally reading Takami’s novel changes everything. Here’s what holds up, what’s lost, and why it still works.
The Belgian Nightmare Factory: Marabout Fantastique and the Horror That Built a Generation
Marabout Fantastique, a Belgian horror publishing line founded in 1949, crafted a unique French horror canon. With a eclectic catalog led by influential authors like Jean Ray and immersive cover art by Henri Lievens, it significantly shaped the European horror landscape.
Horror Art Galore: The Dark Tower Covers of Jae Lee
When Marvel Comics launched The Dark Tower comics in 2007, Jae Lee’s gothic, shadow-drenched covers set a visual standard that nobody who worked on those comics could touch. Elongated figures. Brutal contrast. A color palette that looked like the world was already dying. Feast your eyes on some of these covers…
Goodbye, Dan Simmons: A Farewell to a Uniquely Macabre Genius
Dan Simmons, acclaimed author known for his genre-defying works, passed away on February 21, 2026, at 77. His writing journey, marked by significant titles like “Song of Kali” and “Hyperion,” profoundly impacted readers, eliciting deep emotional responses and admiration from fans and critics alike.
Terror on the Tracks: The Greatest Horror Films set on Trains
Ten horror films. One track. No way off.
Trains are the perfect horror setting — sealed, fast, and merciless. I ranked the greatest train horror films ever made, from schlocky bottom-feeders to the one that’ll leave you emotionally wrecked. All aboard.
True Grit vs The Undead: A Review of Keith Rosson’s ‘Coffin Moon’
I came to Coffin Moon with enormous expectations. Stephen King called it “mind-blowingly good.” It ended up on Vulture’s Best Horror Books of 2025 list. Joe Hill and Paul Tremblay both threw their weight behind it. That’s a lot of hype to live up to. Hype that large usually precedes disappointment. So I cracked Keith Rosson’s latest with my…
The Heap: The Forgotten Swamp Monster of Horror Comics
I stumbled upon The Heap in a dusty comic at a flea market—the original swamp monster blueprint from 1942. The Heap predated Swamp Thing and Man-Thing by decades, yet somehow got buried in comic book history. Time to fix that…with a blog post!
Compulsive Fear: Five John Saul Novels for Newbies
John Saul won’t blow your mind with literary brilliance, but damn if he doesn’t deliver dependable page-turning horror. Here are five novels that show you what he does best—small-town dread, cursed kids, and genuinely nasty surprises.
The Ten Most Powerful Horror Movie Villains (Ranked by Who’d Actually Win)
We look at 10 iconic horror villains and their power sets (plus weaknesses). Who scores highest on the horror power scale?
The Goddess of Gore: When Atlas Comics Turned Venus into a Pre-Code Nightmare
Venus started as a lighthearted goddess in a romance comic but morphed into a dark horror title under Stan Lee and Bill Everett. The series showcased chilling transformations, leaving Venus as a victim in a four-color nightmare. It’s a must-read for all you horror fans!
The Best South Korean Horror Movies to Watch on Netflix
The Longbox of Darkness looks at Korean horror films, known for their unique emphasis on dread over jump scares. Notable titles on Netflix are discussed; films like “The Wailing”, “Train to Busan,” and many more! All selections showcase the complex storytelling and cultural nuances in K-Horror.
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About LOD
On my fifth birthday a relative gifted me a blackened long box filled with old horror, war, and superhero comics. On that day the Longbox of Darkness was born. Four decades of voracious reading later, and here we are.
Longbox of Darkness is a wonderful podcast that covers one of my favorite topics: horror comics. The hosts have a wonderful and supportive camaraderie that makes this podcast a pleasure to listen to. So just sit back and relax while they take you through some gruesome classic horror comics.
— The Professor Frenzy Show
This show is the perfect companion piece for those who enjoy horror comics or horror in general. Don’t have experience with horror comics? No problem! This is a podcast for neophytes and veterans alike. The host has a smooth and even delivery that welcomes listeners. He truly has a passion for the subject material. Good luck finding horror podcasts this much fun.
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