Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 14/06/2023 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 14/06/2023

[Ghouls Podcast] 3 Original vs. Remake Horror Films with Rebecca McCallum & Kim Morrison

In this episode join Assistant Editor at Ghouls Magazine and host, Rebecca McCallum as strips back the layers of flesh on these films alongside Senior Contributor & Social Media Manager, Kim Morrison. And no, these two don't just think that remakes are all trash - there's love in here for originals and remakes including House of Wax (2005) and more.

Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 31/05/2023 Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 31/05/2023

[Ghouls Podcast] Ghouls Watch: The Devil’s Candy, Morgana, Dead Ringers & more

In this episode, host Zoë Rose Smith is joined by Ghouls Magazine Assistant Editor, Rebecca McCallum, and contributors Kat Hughes and Meg Kenny. They have been busy watching horror movies like The Devil’s Candy (2015), Rope (1948), Huesera: The Bone Woman (2023), binging TV shows such as Dead Ringers (2023) also also reading with the likes of My Heart is a Chainsaw and Dennis Coopers’ The Sluts.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 07/05/2023 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 07/05/2023

[Editorial] Working Class Representation in Horror panel discussion

Join host and Assistant Editor at Ghouls Magazine, Rebecca McCallum for a panel discussion on ‘Working Class Representation in Horror’. Looking at the current status of working class in horror, emerging perspectives, ‘hoodie horror’, Ben Wheatley’s contributions, queerness and class, and how to improve the representation of working class voices in horror films and within the community.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 05/05/2023 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 05/05/2023

[Editorial] Poetry, Literature, Fairy Tales and the Gothic in An American Werewolf in London (1981)

Whether it be the mist-covered expanses of the Yorkshire moors or in the confines of the back of a Hackney Taxicab, an American Werewolf in London is haunted by the past through its inclusion and allusions to poems, rhymes, fairy tales and stories.

Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 25/04/2023 Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 25/04/2023

[Ghouls Podcast] Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975) with Zoë Rose Smith & Rebecca McCallum

In April we are looking at ‘Coming-Of-Age’ horror films, from the lens of films that defined our own youth to films that directly dissect coming-of-age as a theme. This episode looks at romantic horror film Picnic at Hanging Rock (1975)!

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 28/03/2023 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 28/03/2023

[Film Review] Fredheads the Documentary (2022)

I believe there is a Fredhead inside all of us and for fans of the Nightmare on Elm Street series..

Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 25/03/2023 Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 25/03/2023

[Ghouls Podcast] Psychotic Women in Horror with Zoë Rose Smith & Mary Wild

In March we exploring the topic of women in horror, not only because we focus on looking at horror through the female, female-identifying & non-binary lense, but also because it’s officially Women in Horror Month! So for that reason, our theme is ‘Good For Her’ horror, and anything that might feature complex, complicated and resonating women characters.

Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 26/02/2023 Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 26/02/2023

[Ghouls Podcast] Nekromantik with Zoë Rose Smith & Rebecca McCallum

Extreme horror films often look at the relationship between sex and death, examining the ways in which they intertwine and talk to one another in disturbed ways. Which is why for the month of love, we are looking at a complicated and tragic love story with Jorg Buttgereit’s 1988 horror film Nekromantik.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 19/12/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 19/12/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Krampus (2015) with Megan Kenny & Rebecca McCallum

The bells are ringing and snow is falling, it's the most wonderful time of the year! So this December for Christmas, join us as we look at Michael Dougherty's festive horror film Krampus from 2015.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 26/11/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 26/11/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] The Borderlands (2013) with Jen Handorf

When you go down to the Church tonight, you're going to be in for a surprise... At Ghouls Magazine we love independent cinema and to champion indie horror, Assistant Editor Rebecca McCallum caught up with Jen Handorf!

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 24/10/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 24/10/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Halloween Special: 5 Horror Films to Watch This Halloween with Joshua Tonks and Liz Bishop

Halloween is nearly here and it's time to get your PJs on ready for a nightmarish movie marathon! Host Rebecca McCallum is joined by the slumber party experts, Joshua Tonks & Liz Bishop, to find out what 5 horror movies they recommend to watch this spooky season! Plus, the terrifying trio test their horror knowledge...

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 29/09/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 29/09/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Horror Literature with Nina Book Slayer & Alex Bookubus

In this episode of the podcast, host Rebecca McCallum is joined by not one, but two guests to talk about their passion for horror books, and some of their recommendations to get you reading this winter. The first guest is Nina the Book Slayer, who is a book reviewer for Hear Us Scream, followed by Alex Bookubus who is a book reviewer on YouTube!

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 26/09/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 26/09/2022

[Editorial] Ghouls Recommend 7 Horror Books To Read This Autumn

This month we’ve switching off our screens and closing our laptops to cosy on up with a good book as we celebrate horror literature! If you are in search of a recommendation this Autumn, why not take a look at the list from our team of Ghouls below and remember…it’s always cool to be a bookworm!

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 21/09/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 21/09/2022

[Editorial] I’m Your No.1 Fan: Closets, Mazes & Burning Books - How Carrie, The Shining & Misery Soothe my Anxiety

In most instances, fiction writers can be divided into two categories: those who base their stories on their own personal experiences, and those who delve entirely into their own imagination.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 21/08/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 21/08/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Alien with Tim Coleman and Rebecca McCallum

In the latest episode of the podcast, host Rebecca McCallum is joined by Tim Coleman to discuss sci-fi horror film ALIEN from 1979.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 17/07/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 17/07/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Final Destination with Jenn Adams and Rebecca McCallum

In the latest episode of the podcast, host Rebecca McCallum is joined by Jenn Adams to discuss James Wong’s 2000 film Final Destination. This first film led to an ongoing franchise, which love or hate, has become of the funnest and most referenced horror film franchises! Don’t listen if you’re flying soon…

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 20/06/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 20/06/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Dark Water with Melissa Cox and Rebecca McCallum

In the latest episode of the podcast, host Rebecca McCallum is joined by Melissa Cox to discuss Hideo Nakata’s 2022 film Dark Water. This Japanese film inspired another US remake released in 2005, but we suggest watching the original for some true J-Horror nightmare fuel.

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 07/06/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 07/06/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer (1986)

Rebecca McCallum and Zoë Rose Smith discuss extreme and disturbing 80s horror film Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer.

Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 17/04/2022 Zoë Rose Smith / Editor-in-Chief 17/04/2022

[Ghouls Podcast] A Serbian Film with Rebecca and Zoë

Here Rebecca McCallum and Zoë Rose Smith start with a film that is not for the faint hearted - Srdjan Spasojevic's A SERBIAN FILM….

Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 04/04/2022 Rebecca McCallum / Contributor 04/04/2022

[Editorial] Women in Horror Films Quiz - Test Your Knowledge

Want to test your knowledge of women in horror? Then Rebecca McCallum is going to make you realise that you probably don't know too much with fun & exciting horror quiz to try at home…