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July 2025

July 3 – The Sandman: Volume 1 (Netflix)

July 11 – Zombies 4: Dawn of the Vampires (Disney+, Premieres on Disney Channel on July 10)

July 16 – The Summer I Turned Pretty (Prime)

July 18 – I Know What You Did Last Summer (Theaters)

July 18 – Eddington (Theaters)

July 24 – The Sandman: Volume 2 (Netflix)

July 25 – Oh, Hi! (Theaters)

July 25 – The Fantastic Four: First Steps (Theaters)

July 31 – Twisted Metal (Peacock)

August 2025

August 1 – Together (Theaters)

August 1 – Naked Gun (Theaters)

August 6 – Wednesday: Part 1 (Netflix)

August 8 – Freakier Friday (Theaters)

August 8 – Weapons (Theaters)

August 22 – Americana (Theaters)

August 29 – The Toxic Avenger (Theaters)

August 29 – The Roses (Theaters)

August 29 – Caught Stealing (Theaters)

September 2025

September 3 – Wednesday: Part Two (Netflix)

September 5 – The Conjuring: Last Rites (Theaters)

September 9 – Him (Theaters)

September 12 – The Long Walk (Theaters)

September 26 – One Battle After Another (Theaters)

September 26 – The Strangers: Chapter Two (Theaters)

October 2025

October 3 – The Smashing Machine (Theaters)

October 17 – The Black Phone 2 (Theaters)

November 2025

November 7 – The Running Man (Theaters)

November 7 – Predator: Badlands (Theaters)

November 14 – Now You See Me: Now You Don’t (Theaters)

November 21 – Wicked: For Good (Theaters)

December 2025

December 5 – Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (Theaters)

December 25 – Song Sung Blue (Theaters)

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping movies to enjoy for Shudder’s Halfway to Halloween into the ol’ VCR.

Well friends, I don’t know about you, but I don’t think spooky season can come soon enough. 

That’s why I’m so excited for Shudder’s Halfway to Halloween celebration. 

In honor of us inching closer to my favorite holiday, I wanted to round up 10 movies that I think bridge the gap between spooky season and the rest of the year. 

I also tried to pick movies that don’t use Halloween for a setting, or, at the very least, could stand on their own if Halloween was removed from the plot. 

Additionally, all of these movies are currently streaming on Shudder, but some of them can be found on other streamers as well. 

Finally, I want to give a quick CW/TW about The Coffee Table. 

The premise of this movie revolves around the death of an infant, and why we don’t see it, we do hear it. 

There’s also SI and mentions/depictions of su*c*d*. 

While I do recommend this movie, the subject matter is extremely heavy, so please Google this movie before watching or let a trusted person watch it first. 

Alrighty, that should do us for introductions and disclaimers. 

Without further ado, here are 10 movies to tide you over until October: 

• Demons
• V/H/S/94 
• Pyewacket
• Psycho Goreman
• Messiah of Evil 
• The Coffee Table
• In A Violent Nature 
• The Autopsy of Jane Doe 
• Late Night With The Devil 
• Prom Night 2: Hello Mary Lou

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the story of the Jackalope into the ol’ VCR.

As someone who has lived in Texas my entire life, tales of the Jackalope have been shared with me since birth. 

For those who don’t know, a Jackalope is a combination of a jackrabbit and an antelope and derives its name from its appearance (it looks like a rabbit with antlers). 

Although I’ve heard tales of this mythical creature and seen countless depictions across souvenir shops, I’ve never taken the time to dive into its origin. 

Welcome back to Curated Cryptids, where I get to geek out on all of the creatures of legend. 

So, without further ado, let’s talk about the one and only Jackalope. 

According to my research, the legend of the Jackalope stems back to the tales of the Huichol (or Wixárika), an Indigenous people of Mexico, who told stories of a horned rabbit. 

There have also been sketches discovered from the 13th century that show a horned rabbit, but instead of antelope antlers, give the creature a unicorn-esque horn instead. 

Then, in 1932, a man by the name of Douglas Herrick, a taxidermist from Wyoming, had the idea to create a mounted head of the creature.

And that’s where the popularity of the Jackalope skyrocketed. 

Herrick’s hometown began issuing Jackalope hunting licenses, erected an eight-foot-tall statue of the creature, and even hosts a yearly festival in its honor. 

This newfound popularity has also led to some lore around the Jackalope that I couldn’t make up if I tried.

Some claim that the Jackalope is essentially the rabbit from Monty Python and the Holy Grail and warn hunters to wear padding/body armor to avoid injuries. 

Others warn that Jackalopes are similar to mimics and can imitate human voices to lure in hunters. 

While many regard these as tall tales (says the girl insinuating the Jackalope itself is real 🤦‍♀️), one thing is true: the Jackalope has woven itself into the culture of the South and Midwest United States and Mexico. 

(And that’s not even considering the other accounts from South American countries like Peru and European countries like Germany) 

So friends, what do you think?

Is the Jackalope a creature plucked from legends across the globe, or is it a rare species that looks harmless but lures hunters to a gristly end?

Either way, I would very much like to pet it.

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Lost Records: Bloom & Rage – Tape 2 into the ol’ VCR.

CW/TW: DV, mentions/depictions of cancer, and all like topics 

If you missed our piece last week about the first part of Lost Records, here’s a quick primer: 

Friends Nora, Swann, Kat, and Autumn bond during the summer of 1995 over their love of music and “outcast” status. 

However, 27 years later, the girls struggle to recall parts of that summer and meet up for the first time since they split up to open a mysterious package. 

As we switch between the past and present, we discover that there’s more to the story than the girls could’ve ever imagined. 

I also want to take a second because I forgot to put a CW/TW warning on the previous piece for DV and mentions/depictions of cancer. I plan to go back and add those warnings in, but I want to make sure you know these themes are prominent throughout the game. 

Moving on. 

I think Tape 2 gives us an extremely satisfying conclusion to the Rage & Bloom story while leaving the door open for another installment or spin-off. 

Part The Craft, part Color Out of Space, and part The Halloween Tree, Tape 2 strikes a perfect balance between supernatural and reality. 

Something I also love about both installments is that the story could still work without the supernatural element; if the story were just about these girls having the summer of their lives, I would still be enthralled. 

Do the paranormal elements add another level? Absolutely, but the plot isn’t dependent on it. 

I also love how it tells a queer love story without making it exploitative and while making it feel natural. 

Additionally, it’s incredible how little pieces from the ARG made their way into the game itself, giving those who cracked the puzzles a reward for all their hard work. 

I know I said this in our other piece, but I honestly need for this to be a series because I think it could do really, really well. 

It’s a big time commitment, but I highly recommend watching playthroughs of both tapes because it’s more like watching a movie than game play, I promise. 

I watched both parts on the Night Mind Live channel and enjoyed his commentary, but there are also other options across YouTube if you prefer a different experience. 

Bloom & Rage forever. 🖤

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the story of the Jersey Devil into the ol’ VCR.

Yes friends, we’re back with another edition of Curated Cryptids—the series where I get to talk about the creatures who pique my interests. 

And I have a WILD one for you today. 

That’s right, we’re talking about the Jersey Devil, aka the Leeds Devil. 

This guy is said to look like an amalgamation of animals, but the best way I can describe him is a small camel with bat wings. 

He’s rumored to fly through the skies of Leeds Point, New Jersey, shrieking like a banshee. 

But let’s back up. 

What’s the deal with the Jersey Devil?

According to the legend, it’s…complicated. 

Until the 20th century, the Jersey Devil was known as the Leeds Devil. 

According to the lore, the Leeds Devil was the thirteenth child born to “Mother Leeds” and was either a) the son of the Devil, b) transformed into a devil by his mother’s proclamation, or c) was an unwanted child who was wished into a devil. 

This creature’s story seems to stem from a real family called the Leeds Family, whose patriarch, Daniel, was fascinated by the occult (cool) but staunchly supported the monarch (not cool). 

The Leeds Family garnered quite a reputation amongst the townsfolk between their beliefs and family crest, which included a creature bearing a striking resemblance to the Leeds Devil. 

Now, this is where it gets a little tricky. 

Some research claims that sightings of the Leeds Devil started as early as the late 1700s, but other sources claim that the Leeds Devil didn’t become ingrained in urban legends until the mid-1800s. 

Either way, towards the end of the 19th century, the Leeds Devil had started making his mark on New Jersey lore and going by a new moniker: the Jersey Devil. 

Early reports of the Jersey Devil include the mysterious death of livestock, a car attack (not attacking people IN a car but attacking the car ITSELF), and various sightings of an unknown creature roaming the countryside. 

Over the years, rewards have been offered to capture the creature, and people have even claimed to have its corpse. 

Yes, I’m serious. 

While no sightings or encounters have been verified, the Jersey Devil has still garnered quite the reputation and has been immortalized in pop culture in shows like What We Do In The Shadows, Gravity Falls, and The X-Files. 

So, friends, what do we think?

Is the Jersey Devil the cursed child of Mother Leeds, doomed to wreak havoc across New Jersey, or just a case of mass hysteria?

Either way, the animal lover in me thinks I could teach him to trust people.

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Mikaeli Hitting Metal into the ol’ VCR.

Okay, y’all, I have a real gem today. 

Let’s talk about Adrian Gray’s Mikaeli Hitting Metal. 

But first, I need to give a couple of shoutouts.

I want to thank Night Mind for covering this ARG and putting it on my radar 

Additionally, I want to thank Fred Jonesy for his analysis videos because they were instrumental in my research. 

Without further ado, let’s dive in. 

Video source: Adrian Gray Comedy

Back in December 2023, an Instagram account under the name youhitmetal17times_everyday appeared. 

It initially seemed to be one of those accounts where the owner posts the same clip or photo each day as a gag. 

This particular account posted a clip depicting a gentleman named Mikaeli hitting metal 17 times (hence the account’s name) on some sort of game show that was dubbed over. 

HOWEVER, over 30 days in, the clip changed, revealing that Mikaeli was stuck in some sort of time loop. 

And that’s where it all started. 

(And yes, I said FIRST) 

The clips also began glitching with the game show screen showing pieces of code, insinuating that Mikaeli was in some sort of simulation, as well as photos of an old factory fire caused by negligence on the owner’s part, and FBI video title cards mentioning the death of someone named Samantha Penford. 

Additionally, Mikaeli’s appearance also glitched, with a brief overlay of an older gentleman in an oxygen mask flashing over Mikaeli’s current form. 

Viewers began speculating that Mikaeli’s trademark phrase, “Fair enough,” reset the time loop and tried suggesting ways for him to get out, leading to the first musical number of the series, “Fair Enough.”

Video source: Adrian Gray – Topic 

From there, a truly horrific tale began to unfold. 

In the first glimpse of the outside world, a news report recounted how a fire at Veil Industries left their CEO in a coma and other employees injured. 

Mikaeli is revealed to be Michael Lee, the CEO of Veil Industries, some sort of ‘90s tech company, which was working on an early version of virtual/augmented reality called Mirage. 

We also learn that Michael Lee is kind of the worst, in that he neglected employee complaints and safety (hence the photo we see in a glitch), and is accused of gambling with company money and illegal experimentation. 

Soon after, it’s revealed that Sam (aka Samantha) Penford was holding Michael hostage in the game show simulation as a way to atone for his sins, but Michael’s wife, Jia, eventually makes her way into the simulation both physically and via text to help him break out. 

Once released, Michael traps Sam in the simulation as a hideous, ogre-like puppet, where we learn the game show host is a) named Sasha and b) is trapped himself. 

It seems poor Sasha agreed to be a test subject for Veil Industries to get out of debt after his mother fell ill and found himself trapped in the game show along with Michael. 

Sasha’s roommate*, Joe, begins worrying about him, as he hasn’t returned home from his trials, and Veil Industries alleges they released him weeks ago. 

*I have a theory that Joe and Sasha are “roommates,” but the only leg I have to stand on is the beginning of “Don’t Wanna Live In A Simulation.”  

We also discover that when connected to Mirage, people are not only connected to some sort of Eldridge horror, but that the surgery is extremely painful, meaning that Michael isn’t beating the shitty human being allegations. 

And this leads us into our second musical number, “Property is Theft.”

Video source: Adrian Gray – Topic 

However, our musical euphoria is short-lived as Sam is ripped from the game, once again leaving Sasha alone. 

Joe is then held hostage by security but finds the message that Sasha sneakily sent out in a game review. Sasha is also able to make contact with Joe through an analog TV and prove that, despite appearances, Sasha is who he claims to be. 

Sasha gains access to a blueprint of Veil Industries to help Joe escape his cell, and the two hatch a plan to free Joe so that he can free Sasha. 

Meanwhile, Michael sings the next song of the series, “Bad Boy Beat,” no longer hiding his disgusting actions but rather singing about and discussing them publicly.  

Video source: Adrian Gray – Topic 

As we cut back to Joe and Sasha, we learn that Veil Industries is planning to sacrifice Joe to the big, bad monster, aka Nereidion, they connect to for Mirage, unbeknownst to our dynamic duo. 

Joe tries to escape as Sasha details where his body can be found, but as Sasha tries to guide Joe through the facility, a guard catches Joe, leaving Sasha feeling helpless…

…which brings us to our final musical number, “Don’t Wanna Leave In A Simulation.” 

Video source: Adrian Gray – Topic 

Joe manages to escape being sacrificed to Nereidion, with the help of one of Michael’s disgruntled employees, and when we finally think we’ll get our happy ending, Joe finds Sasha…

…’s empty test chamber. 

That’s right, friends. 

We were fighting a losing battle the entire time, as it seems Sasha’s body was completely consumed by Nereidion earlier in the series. 

In the last scene of the ARG, a new character enters the simulation and identifies himself as Joe. 

I TOLD Y’ALL I HAD A GOOD ONE FOR YOU TODAY. 

Before we wrap up, I want to call attention to a couple of comments from Fred Jonesy’s videos. 

One commenter called attention to the fact that “AARU,” one of the lines of code we see in the glitches, is how the afterlife is referred to in Egyptian mythology. Additionally, we learn that one of the test subjects, whom we later learn is Sasha, has been “disconnected.” 

So, basically, Adrian Grey told us the entire time that Sasha couldn’t be saved—it was right in front of our faces throughout the entire series. 

Additionally, someone commented about how comedy horror ARGs are a space worth exploring, and I agree. 

I’ve said that 2025 is the Year of the Horror Comedy, and I think Mikaeli Hitting Metal proves how successful a comedy horror ARG can be. 

While this series shares connective tissues to the likes of Dr. Horrible’s Sing Along Blog and Space Ghost Coast to Coast (and potentially season four or five of The X-Files), it’s something entirely different. 

The concept of repurposing stock footage is clever and shows how ingenuity can spawn something incredible.

The writing, including the lyrics to the musical numbers, is amazing, and the story twists a concept we’ve seen before into something entirely new. 

I honestly can’t recommend watching the full series enough. 

I know that there’s a myriad of content out there right now, but at a run time of only 26 minutes, I think it’s worth prioritizing. 

Fair enough, right?

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit into the ol’ VCR.

Well, I guess we’re officially gamer girlies now because I’m back with another horror game for y’all! 

I’ve always been fascinated by the lore of FNAF, but the latest game in the FNAF universe, Into the Pit, has reignited my love of the franchise. 

Based on the graphic novel, Five Nights at Freddy’s: Fazbear Frights #1: Into the Pit, the game follows 10-year-old Oswald as he discovers that the ball pit in his local pizza place is actually a time portal, allowing him to travel between 1985 and the present. 

The catch?

Oswald is taken back to the night of the infamous attacks at Freddy Fazbear’s, and his father gets possessed by William Afton, aka Springtrap, along the way. 

Left with no other options, Oswald must rescue his dad before time runs out while also helping out some of the kids trapped at the pizzeria. 

And, y’all, I LOVE this concept. 

The game’s appearance is reminiscent of 8-bit games from the past and includes the mini-games Scott Cawthon is so fond of. 

There are also multiple endings for the game that differ depending on the mini-games you play/solve and the decisions you make throughout the game, with some devastating options in the mix. 

Additionally, I love how the writer (who is uncredited) expanded upon the lore instead of trying to reinvent the wheel. 

I think time travel works well within the FNAF universe, and it opens the door for a lot of opportunities. 

Now, I’ll be honest and admit that I haven’t read any of the Fazbear Frights graphic novels, but this makes me want to. 

I would definitely recommend watching a playthrough of this one because it’s a lot of fun, and I would love to see more games like this to breathe new life into the franchise. 

I personally watched Markiplier’s, but please feel free to watch whichever playthrough tickles your fancy (unless the player is a garbage human). 

This is also a good note to Blumhouse for future film installments, just sayin’. 

Also, if you’ve had Mouse Rat’s “The Pit” stuck in your head for the duration of this piece, trust me, you’re not alone. 

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping Drop into the ol’ VCR.

CW/TW: DV, SI, depiction of su*c*d*, child ab*s*/violence, and all like topics. 

When the trailer for Drop first…dropped, I had a sneaking suspicion that there was more to it. 

And it turns out I was right. 

Before we dive in, though, I need to address a couple of things. 

First and foremost, I’m not a survivor of DV. 

I grew up in a house with DV, and I watched what my mother endured at the hands of my father. 

While he was emotionally and verbally abusive to me, I never experienced his physical abuse. 

I’m giving this context because while I think the portrayal of DV is accurate, I’m not a survivor myself, and I don’t want to speak for those who are; my opinion is based on things I witnessed and accounts from my mother. 

Secondly, I don’t think Drop is a perfect movie. 

There are moments of levity and camp that might be seen as taking away from the message, and it’s not my place to debate that. There are things I found funny, but at the same time, I also understand how it could be seen as taking away from the message. 

Thirdly, I’m going to try to stay as spoiler-free as possible, but I do have to reveal what this movie is really about to discuss it, so if you want to go in blind, I’d come back to this one later.  

Finally, take the CWs/TWs seriously for this one. 

Some scenes are hard to watch, especially the opening scene, so, as always, we recommend researching the movie before watching and/or having a trusted person watch it first. 

Alrighty, that should do us for introductions and disclaimers. 

Without further ado, let’s dive in. 

Drop tells the story of Violet (Meghann Fahy), a single mother and survivor of DV, who has decided to start dating again after her abusive husband died by suicide in front of her a few years prior. 

After arriving at the restaurant to meet her date, Henry (Brandon Sklenar), she begins to receive threatening messages and quickly learns that she’s not the victim of a harmless prank, but of something much worse. 

Now, I’ll be the first to tell you that the trailer doesn’t do this movie justice, and I think that’s intentional. 

IMHO, this is a case of marketing a movie one way to get people in the door and then taking that opportunity to share a deeper story. 

Can this strategy be risky? Absolutely. 

Could it be considered irresponsible? Maybe, because those who are triggered by this content are going without a warning. 

Either way, I think the movie itself is effective (in my opinion). 

The opening of Drop depicts Violet crawling away from her abusive late husband as he delivers blow after blow, eventually revealing he has a gun. 

This scene is hard to watch but is important to the plot of the film because we as viewers learn that a) Violet will do anything for her son and b) Violet is incredibly brave and strong, even if she doesn’t know it yet. 

Additionally, the seemingly omnipotent figure who is instructing her throughout the film symbolizes an abuser. 

They tell Violet what to do, threaten/punish her if she doesn’t “follow instructions,” and “reward” her when she does what they want. 

At one point during the film, Violet even visits the National Domestic Violence Hotline’s page to try to chat in for help, and they discourage her from speaking out. 

Violet also insists she’s fine whenever anyone asks her if she needs help, although she’s clearly distraught, representing how those who experience DV often pretend like nothing is wrong and refuse help. 

I also want to talk about the lighting. 

There’s this brilliant technique where a spotlight will be cast on Violet as everything around her is cast into darkness, and I think it’s an excellent way to encompass how those experiencing DV and abuse feel isolated and alone in their experiences. 

I’m going to be honest—I was really impressed by Drop. 

Taking a creepy experience Olivia Sui had* (a name all my Smosh fans will recognize) and turning it into a movie about surviving DV and finding yourself in the aftermath of abuse is incredible. 

*Note: I hate that they’ve reduced Olivia Sui to “Lerner’s girlfriend” here, so please know I’m not condoning it. 

Christopher Landon could’ve opted to keep this as a Red Eye-esque thriller, but instead added in connective tissue of The Invisible Man to really pack a punch. 

I mentioned this earlier, but Drop isn’t perfect. 

There’s also some humor thrown in that some may think taints the overall message, and again, that’s not for me to decide. 

However, in my opinion, I think Drop is a good thriller that’s trying its best to give hope to those who may need it. 

If you or someone you know is experiencing DV, please contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline and know you aren’t alone. 🖤

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies blog. Today, we’re popping the latest season of Black Mirror into the ol’ VCR. 

If I had to use one word to describe the latest season of Black Mirror, it would be captivating. 

Seriously. 

I was locked in for every single episode of the season in a way that I haven’t previously been. 

IMHO, this is the strongest overall season of Black Mirror we’ve seen thus far. 

Now, that’s not to say that I don’t think there have been some BANGERS over the years, but I’ve never been engrossed in every single episode of a season before. 

From exceptional writing to countless Easter eggs from previous episodes, this season is just *chef’s kiss*. 

As we did last season, I’m going to give a quick review of each episode, but also add in an overall episode ranking, as well as a quick little x/10 ranking per episode. 

Without further ado, let’s dive into this season of Black Mirror: 

Common People (9/10) 

I think it was the right move making this the opening episode of the season. It’s surprisingly heartfelt and plays in the space where Black Mirror thrives. Chris O’Dowd and Rashida Jones have excellent chemistry, and I think it’s relatable in a way that almost hits too close to home for those who have had to deal with our healthcare system.

Bête Noire (8.5/10) 

I love the entire setup of this episode because you feel the same sense of disorientation and hopelessness as Maria (Siena Kelly) throughout. I also feel like this is a remnant of last season, wherein Charlie Brooker showed off his horror chops. I don’t think this is the weakest episode of the season, but I think the ending could be slightly tweaked to pack more of a punch.

Hotel Reverie (10/10) 

This is one of my new favorite episodes of Black Mirror. Period. Issa Rae is a tour de force, and the way I was sobbing throughout. WOOF. I think it should be a requirement for every season of the series to have a sapphic episode like this because between this and San Junipero, my god.

Plaything (8/10) 

While I do think Plaything is the weakest episode of the season, I was still smitten with it. I love the Bandersnatch connection, and I think the concept is excellent. Plus, Peter Capaldi is a true scene-stealer. 

Eulogy (10/10)

While Hotel Reverie is one of my favorite episodes, I think Eulogy barely etches it out of the running for the strongest episode of the season. Ths episode’s writing all but had me standing up to applaud, and the cinematography is breathtaking. IMHO, it’s a perfect episode. Additionally, Paul Giamatti’s monologue in the restaurant is a master class in acting and should be studied by all aspiring actors. 

USS Callister: Into Infinity (9.5/10) 

Man, what a follow up to the original. Sitting at almost 90 minutes, this episode takes its time without wasting space (in some cases, literally) or dragging. We get a satisfying conclusion to a dark story and get to see Nanette’s (Cristin Milioti) hero’s journey conclude without feeling forced. However, I would definitely recommend rewatching the first part from season four first.

Overall Episode Ranking 

Okay, after running the numbers, here’s what my final ranking looks like: 

6. Plaything 

5. Bête Noire

4. Common People 

3. USS Callister: Into Infinity 

2. Hotel Reverie 

1. Eulogy (by a hair) 

As always, please keep in mind that I’m just a silly goose who writes about pop culture on the internet. Your ranking may be different, and that’s okay! I don’t think a single episode of this season misses, so my hope is that a) you watch it and b) that the next season hits this hard.

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the Katy Perry/JonBénet Ramsey theory into the ol’ VCR.

Welcome back to another edition of Crazy Conspiracies! 

And this one needs some BIG disclaimers. 

First and foremost, I don’t want to make light of the JonBenét Ramsey tragedy because a child was brutally murdered. 

Secondly, as I said in our pop album piece, I know that Katy Perry is trash, and I definitely don’t condone her actions.

Finally, I want to make it clear that I don’t believe this theory, and I think that the people who do are (hopefully) just wanting to believe JonBenét is still alive. But, I also know that some people are weird and gross, so be mindful about what you read when it comes to things like this on the internet. 

Alrighty, that should do us for introductions and disclaimers. 

Without further ado, let’s discuss the theory that Katy Perry is actually JonBenét Ramsey. 

For those unfamiliar with the JonBenét Ramsey case, she was a six-year-old little girl who was murdered back in 1996. There are a lot of oddities surrounding the case, including a bizarre ransom note, and the public has theorized for years that her family was allegedly involved. 

However, a few years ago, as is the way of the internet, a video was uploaded wherein someone alleged that JonBenét actually wasn’t murdered (that I absolutely will not be linking here). 

Instead, her family faked her death so that she could become famous (as she competed in beauty pageants before her untimely death). 

And you don’t need me to tell you how truly deranged this is. 

The theory is that JonBenét was then taken in by the Hudsons and grew up to be Katy Perry. 

Yeah… 

The problem is, outside the obvious insensitivity, that Katy Perry is only six years older than JonBenét Ramsey, and, uh, this whole thing is stupid. 

Y’all, a little girl was murdered, and the details are (allegedly) suspicious at best. 

Additionally, this little girl was allegedly a victim of child abuse and may have been subjected to some unfathomable things throughout her life. 

And honestly, shame on Katy Perry for also perpetuating the conspiracy theory as well. 

So, there you have it.

I would usually end this with a clever play on the series title, but I’m going to leave y’all with this instead: 

For the love of god, do your research. 

Don’t believe everything you read on the internet, and don’t perpetuate misinformation. 

We have a lot of fun here, but this one gets me because that little girl (allegedly) suffered a lot, and there are genuinely people who believe her death was a hoax. 

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna go touch grass. 

Hello, Movie Mavens! Welcome back to the B Movies Blog. Today, we’re popping the music video for “A Nightmare on My Street” into the ol’ VCR.

Welcome back to Lost and Refound Media, my friends! 

This is a nifty little series where we talk about lost media that you may or may not remember. 

Since we’re officially halfway to Halloween, I thought I’d pull out one of my favorite spooky songs, “A Nightmare on My Street,” and recount the story of how the music video was almost lost forever. 

ALMOST. 

I don’t want to spoil the ending for you, but this media was indeed refound. 

But, let’s back up. 

I do want to give a quick disclaimer because Will Smith is a controversial figure, and I’m not here to condone any of his actions (or DJ Jazzy Jeff’s defense of some of his actions); we’re simply here to discuss a song and music video the two released. 

I digress. 

Back in 1988, DJ Jazzy Jeff and The Fresh Prince (Will Smith, for the youths) dropped their second album, He’s the DJ, I’m the Rapper. 

This album contained one of the greatest Halloween bops of all time, “Nightmare on My Street,” an homage to the Nightmare on Elm Street series.  

There was just one problem…

The song and music video were, in no way, licensed. 

Plus, New Line Cinema had already gotten behind The Fat Boys’ “Are You Ready for Freddy?” for the fourth installment in the NOES franchise.

This led to a lawsuit that resulted in all copies of the music video being destroyed, presumably making it yet another example of lost media…

…but fortunately for us, a copy was uncovered. 

In October of 2018, a mysterious YouTube user by the name Nancy Thompson (get it?) uploaded a version of the music video that seemed to be ripped from a VHS tape. 

It wasn’t the best quality, but we all finally got to see “Nightmare on My Street” in all its glory (along with a few seconds of Growing Pains, which makes me laugh to think about). 

But then, a miracle happened. 

About a month later, DJ Jazzy Jeff uploaded a higher quality version of the video for us all to enjoy. 

It’s not clear where this copy originated from, but it exists, and that’s all that matters. 

So there you have it—a genuine piece of lost and refound media. 

Stay spooky, Movie Mavens. 

And remember this story the next time someone tries to tell you that physical media isn’t important.