Don Coscarelli's Vision: How PHANTASM Changed Horror Forever
Don Coscarelli's 1979 masterpiece Phantasm didn't just create another horror franchise it shattered genre conventions with surreal dream logic, groundbreaking practical effects, and cosmic terror that continues to influence modern filmmakers from Jordan Peele to A24's art-house horror revolution.
When Fans Want An “Explanation” of PHANTASM…
When fans ask for an explanation of PHANTASM, they’re really stepping into a labyrinth of dreams, death, and surreal mystery that refuses to be neatly solved.
The Flying Spheres of Phantasm: Sci-Fi Death Balls and Their Bizarre Legacy
What if one of the most terrifying horror movie weapons wasn’t a chainsaw or a machete, but a shiny, floating death orb with a drill and a grudge against your brain?
Phantasm and the Enduring Power of Liminal Horror
ScreenRant's recently included PHANTASM in 'I Still Have Nightmares About These 18Liminal Space Horror Movies' list. Here we dive into the liminal properties of the original 1979 film!
The Hearse as a Horror Icon: Why Hearses Play Such a Big Role in the Phantasm Films
The hearse in Phantasm serves as a chilling symbol of death and the supernatural, transforming from a traditional funeral vehicle into a relentless, otherworldly menace that embodies the film’s eerie atmosphere and high-stakes battles between life and the unknown.
Why the Tall Man is One of Horror’s Most Underrated Villains
Mysterious, menacing, and massively underrated, the Tall Man from Phantasm—brought to chilling life by Angus Scrimm—stands as one of horror’s most unique and terrifying villains, deserving far more recognition among the genre’s greatest icons.
Ranking The PHANTASM Films
We asked Phantasm fans on social media to help rank the franchise, revealing clear favorites while celebrating the unique contributions of every film in the series.
The Hidden Meanings in PHANTASM (1979) That Fans Still Debate
Is Phantasm (1979) a dream, a battle with death, or an interdimensional nightmare? Unravel the mysteries behind its hidden meanings and chilling surrealism.
Why PHANTASM is Don Coscarelli's Horror Masterpiece
Don Coscarelli’s Phantasm is a surreal blend of horror, sci-fi, and existential dread that stands as one of the most inventive and enduring masterpieces in the genre.
Did Phantasm II influence the Supernatural TV series?
The television show Supernatural launched in 2005 on The WB. Some Phantasm fans have been wondering if it was influenced by PHANTASM 2 which came out in 1988.