(originally posted on our old site on December 29th, 2013)

2013 YEAR IN REVIEW

For a year that according to the Aztecs was never supposed to happen, it sure was quite a year for us here at the Krypt. But before we get into all that, we want to take a second to remember all of those that we lost over this last year that we feel had an impact in the horror genre in one way or another. Whether a director, actor, stuntman, writer, or producer, these people below gave us something that we can still watch and appreciate even today. And because of these films, these people may have left this world but their memories will be kept alive by fans like us that refuse to let these movies pass on to obscurity. So please take a second to not only just read over the list of names below, but remember something that they worked on, something that you enjoyed watching, entranced, intrigued or simply just entertained by their work. That is how we keep them alive and remembered, and able to pass it on to the next generation of movie fans.

Karen Black, Richard Brooker, David Early, Roger Ebert, Jon Finch, Jess Franco, Julie Harris, Ray Harryhausen, Anthony Hinds, Jose Larraz, Wojciech Kilar, Richard Matheson, Eddie Romero, Ted Rusoff, Patty Shepard Continue reading →

(Originally posted on our old site on December 30th, 2012)

2012 – YEAR END REVIEW

Another year of great times spent with my family and the multitude of people that we call our friends, giving way to another full year of fantastic memories. As we look back at 2012, the year when it was all suppose to end, we’re all still here and no worse for wear. As we look back for the high points of the year, a lot of them are the same as the years before. But even if the events are the same, it really comes down to spending time with our friends and family during all of these great times. Since I’ve been going to these usually by myself or with other friends, having my family with me now, making it almost like a family business so to speak, it has been making it even more special and enjoyable then before. Can’t tell you how proud I am of both my wife Dawn and son Nick, when watching them work the Krypt table at a convention. As Dawn has told me many times before, this is who we are. This is what defines us. And for that, I really am the luckiest person alive. I mean seriously… how many wives and kids would be happy to spend the weekend at an out-of-state drive-in theater? So thank you to all of our friends out there for making them so much damn fun! And especially to Dawn and Nick for truly making this obsession of mine a real family adventure.

Now let’s get to the Year End Review! Continue reading →

(Originally posted on our old site on January 1st, 2012)

Where to start? This has been one challenging year for us here at the Krypt, both on a professional level, as well on a personal one. So many times it is so easy to forget and/or look past all the great things we have in our lives, sometimes right in front of us. If you only make one New Year’s resolution, make it to appreciate what you have and the people around you, and make sure you let them know just that. But we have made it through and are looking forward to 2012 and to more than make up for this last year. We are not hoping for great things to happen, but are going to make them happen. One of the reasons that we survived this year was due to the strong support of my close friends and especially my wife of 23 years, Dawn. I wouldn’t have made it though it had it not been for them. So thank you for being there. Continue reading →

(Originally published on our old site on January 2nd, 2011)

2010 YEAR END REVIEW

Another year gone and another one right behind the corner. Once again, the year was filled with great movies, plenty of conventions and film fests, and plenty of time spent with great horror friends, which is really what it is all about. You people out there have made this year a great one, and am really looking forward to this new year, for many different reason. So let’s take a look at back at this last year and what some of our highpoints were.

KRYPTIC ARMY

Last January, we started a new little project called our Kryptic Army. Our goal was to come up with a concept that would give people a new challenge each month to seek out two horror movies that they hadn’t seen before, following a certain theme. We weren’t sure how big of a success it was going to be. While we were hoping for more people participating, those that have been seemed to be having a great time with it. After all, that is what matters. But no worries, because our numbers seem to be growing each month. Continue reading →

(Originally posted on our old site January 3rd, 2010)

2009 Year End Review

Okay folks, here’s what you’ve all been waiting for. This turned out a quite a bit longer than I originally imagined, but I guess that just means the year was jammed packed. Let’s take a look back…..shall we?

ALWAYS REMEMBER – NEVER FORGET

There were several high points last year, as well as a few low ones as well. One of the lower one that hit me the most was the death of Paul Naschy at the end of November. The horror genre really lost one of the last remaining icons that day. But even with his passing, it is making me strive even more to get his work out there to people that are not aware of his massive filmography, let alone talent. So while we are still sadden by this lost, we do know that we will also keep his memory alive and can even bring him back to life, each time we pop in one of his movies. And this is something that we will continue to do so, on a regular basis. Continue reading →

(Originally posted on our old site on Dec. 28th, 2008)

2008  YEAR IN REVIEW

Here at the Krypt, 2008 was definitely a year of changes. Back in January of this year, I was fired from my job of 8 years. After what seemed like forever (really only months) of being out-of-work, I was lucky enough to get hired on to a company that I have so far loved working for. The people are great and the work is never boring. I had given up hope that one could actually have a job and enjoy going to work. But it can and does happen, folks. I’m living proof.

After 10 years of running the Krypt, we are just having as much fun as when we started. So please keep coming with the emails, the Mystery Photo answers, and all the other comments. It really means a lot to me, and shows that we are still on the right path. Continue reading →

(Originally posted on our old site on December 30th, 2007)

2007 IN REVIEW

First of all, as we do every year, we’d like to take a moment to remember all the celebrities that had made some contribution to the horror genre that passed away this last year. Whether they were actors, directors, or writers, these people have made an impact on the genre, and to film fans like us. Because of fans like us, these names will never be forgotten. I think that is the best gift that fans like us can give to any of these talented people… the gift of immortality. Thank you for all those wonderful films, performances, images, and memories!

Bob Clark, Yvonne DeCarlo, Freddie Francis, Charles B. Griffith, Karl Hardman,
Bruno Mattei, Tony Tenser, Roger Watkins Continue reading →

(Originally posted on our old site on December 31st, 2006)

2006 IN REVIEW

In re-capping this last year, I think the best thing throughout the year, still continues to be all the great films that are being released on DVD. Yea, there’s always those 2 and 3 disc special editions of the major blockbusters. But how about that 5 disc special edition of Richard Stanley’s Dust Devil that came out? And for only $20! There were also 2 different Boris Karloff collections, a great collection of classic horror films, including Mad Love, and even some great cheese-fest fun titles like Horror at Party Beach. And of course we have to give a nod to CasaNegra Entertainment for releasing those great Mexican classics like Curse of the Crying Woman, Witch’s Mirror, and Brainiac, in beautiful releases, as well as Dark Sky Films for continuing to put out some amazing titles and in even more amazing releases.

One of the biggest highlights of this year was thanks to the incredible talents of Joseph Vargo and Christine Filipak of Monolith Graphics. They are the ones responsible for creating our logo. Working from just a thought, Vargo came up with an image that fit our site and our “Discover the Horror” tagline perfectly. I can’t thank them enough for their work.  It has really given an recognizable image for this site. Continue reading →