Last weekend we wrapped up soccer season, the first where both boys took part. They both did great and had a lot of fun playing with their teams. We'll miss cheering for the Raptors and the Doritos every week. Till next season!

Now that Halloween is in the rearview, don't forget to vote!

Went a little ham on horror last month and watched double the amount of movies that I usually do. My #Top5FirstViews were: Dark Water (2002) The Spiral Staircase (1946) The Edge (1997) Troll Hunter (2010) The Lost World (1925) letterboxd.com/october_john...

Happy Halloween from the Portanovas!

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 31: The Deadly Spawn (1983) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 31. I REMEMBER HALLOWEEN: This night, anything goes. Checking out the Synapse 4K of this micro-budget classic to close out Shocktober. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 30: Them (2006) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 30. DEVIL’S NIGHT: Mischief, mayhem or pranks - oh my! @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 29: 24 Hrs Ghost Story (1997) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 29. “OCCULT”URAL CENTER: This one’s gotta have a supernatural hotspot in it. A haunted convenience store is totally my jam and Francis Ng is hilarious throughout. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 28: The Last of Sheila (1973) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 28. THIS IS JEOPARDY: Ken says you must solve the clues to survive the predicament. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

First in Fright: The FANGORIA Compendium is a limited-edition hardcover book and digital archive project preserving Fango’s history, featuring restored imagery, retrospectives and contributions from Carpenter, Barker, Mancini, Savini and more - here's how YOU can get involved.

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 27: Devil Doll (1964) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 27. TRANCING AND HYPNOTISM: Gold watches ain’t just for retirement. The Continental cut on the Vinegar Syndrome Blu is surprisingly sleazy for a black & white doll movie. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 26: Lighthouse (1999) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 26. THAR SHE GLOWS: There be a light house in this plot. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 25: The Cat (1992) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 25. ELECTRIC SLIP’n’SLIDE: Wriggle your way through a sloppy/goopy good time flick. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

Joe Bob needs to stop showing Shudder Exclusives I just watched 2 months ago. #TheLastDriveIn #ClowninaCornfield #Splatterween

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 24: The Cell (2000) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 24. IN YOUR DREAMS: Heavy on the dream sequence, Jack. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

Henry dressed up while Wyatt showed off the gap in his teeth and love of Kirby. Love these pictures from the first year both boys are in elementary school together!

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 23: The Edge (1997) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 23. SURVIVORS?: If anything walks away from a plane crash, the chances of it being healthy are pretty slim. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

I've worked with Angela and David many times. They are two of the most supportive people in the Washington film scene and now they could use our help. Please share or donate if you can so that they can continue to work while recovering from an awful theft at their acting studio last weekend.

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 22: Dark August (1976) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 22. WRECK TANGLE: Rubberneck a car crash scene. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 21: Parts: The Clonus Horror (1979) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 21. TWINNERS CIRCLE: Scientists rejoice! Human cloning has been achieved. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 20: Wrong Turn (2003) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 20. DANCE DANCE DEVOLUTION: Today’s viewing soiree must some kind of mutant, freak, or genetic mishappening. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 19: Night of the Living Dead (1990) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 19. THE ABANDONED PLACE: This spooky classic trope that must inhabit tonight’s viewing. Checking out the new uncensored version on the 4K UHD. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

Happy Video Store Day! We open at 11 for members, 12 for all! Hourly flash sales, food, music, general great vibes. 📀 📼 🍿

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 18: Incubus (1966) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 18. VIDEO STORE DAY: This is the big one. Watch something physically rented or bought from an actual video store. #vivaphysicalmedia @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 17: The Burning (1981) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 17. THE WATCHENING: Today’s film title should end with an -ing. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 16: Sleepaway Camp II: Unhappy Campers (1988) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 16. SEQUELAR SUBTITULAR: You know how sequels sometimes have clever subtitles? Like House II: The Second Story… @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 15: Night of Fear (1973) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 15. GOES WITHOUT SAYING: Feast your eyes on something with little to no dialogue at all. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 14: The Wraith (1986) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 14. “SHUT THE FACE UP”: Watch a TV edit of an R rated movie, you fairy godmother. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

Family visiting from the East Coast made for a great weekend — until this troll captured us all.

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 13: The White Reindeer (1952) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 13. HOLLYWOODLAND BACK: Made by an indigenous filmmaker or has featured indigenous cast members. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

Apparently one kitten isn't enough and they always need a friend, or so Val tells me. So now we have Gizmo's actual brother Cheeto with us (in blue).

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 12: The Spiral Staircase (1946) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 12. MOROSE CODE: Nestle into your favorite dark place to view a Gothic horror piece. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

1. Halloween 6: Producer's Cut 2. Cult of the Cobra 3. Encounter of the Spooky Kind 4. Blood and Black Lace 5. The Night Flier 6. The Deadly Spawn

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 11: Split Second (1992) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 11. DYSTOPIAN FUTURE: Polite society just ain’t what it used to be. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 10: Chosen Survivors (1974) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 10. ESTIMATION…DECIMATION: Today’s forecast is mushroom cloudy with a 100% chance of radiation. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 9: Flood (1976) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 9. MASTER OF DISASTER: Watch any Irwin Allen offering. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 8: The Seventh Sign (1988) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 8. HOLY WEDNESDAY: ...And on the 8th day the Physical Media God watches a Christploitation flick. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 7: The House with a Clock in Its Walls (2018) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 7. NOW THAT’S BRASS: Skewer the end of week one with a thrust of metal - be it precious or, better yet, base. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 6: The Lost World (1925) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 6. SQUEAKY REELS: [whispers] This one came out in 1925. Shhhhh! @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 5: Darker Than Night (1975) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 5. SHRIEKS & SQUEALS: This one’s gotta have that sound that makes the hairs on your neck stand up and sends shivers down your spine. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 4: Troll Hunter (2010) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 4. MYTHICAL CREATURES: Though they are hard to capture, you must see one in this feature. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

The boys felt one year without a kitty was enough. Welcome to the family, Gizmo!

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 3: Shakma (1990) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 3. SIMIAN CINEMA: Grab a six-pack of bananas and watch a primate film. Something appeeling. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 2: Jaws of Satan (1982) First Time Viewing #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 2. FANGS FOR WATCHING: Charm your senses with an anguine flick. @scarecrowvideo.bsky.social

#31DaysofHalloween Movie 1: Pumpkinhead (1988) Rewatch #SCVpsychochallenge Guideline: 1. INTRODUCING…: A well-known actor’s first movie. Bonus points if it has an “introducing” credit. Introducing Mayim Bialik and a perfect showcase of autumnal creepiness.

What a way to end the year! Been hearing from many people that this isn't just the preferred way to watch Kill Bill, but that this version may be Tarantino's best film. deadline.com/2025/10/kill...

#Top5FirstViews for September: The Cowboys (1972) My Bodyguard (1980) Lost in America (1985) Superman (2025) Fist of Legend (1994)

'Tis the season

John Woo's unforgettable classic THE KILLER [Limited Deluxe Edition], starring Chow Yun-fat, arrives on 4K December 2! Pre-order from our store and get an exclusive poster, while supplies last: shoutfactory.com/products/the...

The 4th annual Poulsbo Film Festival is a couple weeks away and I was honored to be a judge once again. See the full lineup (including some great horror shorts) at poulsbofilmfestival.com/2025schedule