Posts in the Movies Category (Page 11)

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Pirate Costumes for All Ages [Costume Guide]

Pirate Costumes for All Ages

Ahoy, mateys! Looking to dress like a pirate for Halloween or some other costume party? Whether you're attending a swashbuckling soiree or taking the tots trick-or-treating, you've come to the right place. Our pirate costumes scream adventure! The billowing pirate shirts, the skull and crossbones patches, the eyepatches—there's just something about pirate costumes that makes them perfect for dress-up and Halloween. Arrr!

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Our Favorite Jack Black Characters

by |April 19, 2023
Categories: Movies, Television

Our Favorite Jack Black Characters

Jack Black is blowing up right now, thanks to his recent appearances in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Mandalorian, so it's about time that we look back at our favorite appearances of his in movies and television. We're HalloweenCostumes.com, of course, which means we're biased towards costumes—but there are also plenty of "regular guy" Jack Black roles in here, too. Keep reading for our faves!

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History of Horror Masks in Cinema [With Quiz]

by |September 30, 2022
Categories: Horror, Movies, Quiz, Resource

History of Horror Masks in Cinema

Some horror movie cliches are cliches because they're so effective. We're talking dim lights, suspenseful music, point-of-view camera work, and, yes, masks! They're unsettling simply because they exploit our fear of the unknown. They force us to ask ourselves: what is behind the villain's mask? That question inspired us to write this piece showing the history of masks in horror films.

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This Place Is Cursed: The Most Haunted Fictional Towns in Movies and Television

by |September 26, 2022

Most Haunted Fictional Towns

What is it about small towns that immediately makes us think of horror movies? Is it the unsettling way that everyone seems to know everybody else? Perhaps the town budget isn't big enough to make the place look well-maintained. The isolation itself may make it feel like anything can happen. No matter how you slice it, the formula works! Keep reading to see some of the most haunted locations in horror movies and TV series. We're going to start with some of the least haunted places and work our way to the ones you absolutely do not want to visit! We hope you enjoy your stay.

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Horror Scopes: A Fusion of Fate and Fright [Infographic]

by |September 14, 2022

Horror Scopes: A Fusion of Fate and Fright

Mercury isn’t in retrograde right now but mischief and mayhem are certainly written in the stars this Halloween. For each zodiac sign, the ‘Horror-Scope’ fuses a cosmic revelation with a creepy character to shed light on your fate. Through the alignment of the planets and insight into the psyche of the most sinister villains, each star sign reveals likes and dislikes, personality traits, and advice for navigating the eeriest month of the year. Beware: celestial scares are ahead, and blaming Mercury for your frightened state won’t save you this time.

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These Costumes are in A League of Their Own [Costume Guide]

These Costumes are in A League of Their Own

"Batter up! Hear that call! The time has come for one and all to play ball!" That's how the victory song of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) begins. You know, the real-life baseball league that inspired the 1992 film, A League of Their Own—and now the hit series on Amazon. If the movie or series inspired you, then you might want to consider one of our exclusive licensed costumes! A League of Their Own costumes are perfect for Halloween, fan/movie conventions, or even a game with your friends. Think of who you might inspire! After all, a team rocking the Rockford Peaches costume is sure to win!

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