Candyman

The Surprising Accessory You Likely Didn't See Hiding in Teyonah Parris's Hair in Candyman

Sep 2, 2021

The Surprising Accessory You Likely Didn't See Hiding in Teyonah Parris's Hair in Candyman

Let us first acknowledge that hair is one of the very last things you'd probably be thinking about while attempting to sit through a horror film — especially one as unnerving as Candyman.

Nia DaCosta Makes History as the First Black Woman Director to Top Box Offices With Candyman

Aug 30, 2021

Nia DaCosta Makes History as the First Black Woman Director to Top Box Offices With Candyman

Nia DaCosta is making history once again!

Candyman Isn't Just a Good Horror Movie; It Might Be the Golden Standard For Sequels

Aug 27, 2021

Candyman Isn't Just a Good Horror Movie; It Might Be the Golden Standard For Sequels

I consider 1992's Candyman to be the film that renewed my love of the horror genre, so I had extremely high expectations for Nia DaCosta and Jordan Peele's sequel of the same name.

How the Newest Iteration of Candyman Brings the Story Full Circle With Its Ending

Aug 27, 2021

How the Newest Iteration of Candyman Brings the Story Full Circle With Its Ending

Content warning: The following story contains mentions of police brutality and death.

You Have to Say Candyman 5 Times to Watch the Chilling New Trailer — Do You Dare?

Jun 24, 2021

You Have to Say Candyman 5 Times to Watch the Chilling New Trailer — Do You Dare?

A new trailer for Nia DaCosta's Candyman is out, and it's guaranteed to haunt your dreams.

The Candyman Might Be Based on a Short Story, but It Has Some Roots in Reality

Mar 20, 2020

The Candyman Might Be Based on a Short Story, but It Has Some Roots in Reality

Ever heard that you shouldn't say "Candyman" five times into a mirror?