Happy Horror Hour - Isn't It Dreadful?? 😯🫤🙃🫠

Come for the conversation, stay for the existential panic.

Step into the soft, flickering glow of dread — where the air hums with unease, and someone definitely left that door half open for a reason. We’re gathering to discuss horror films that thrive on tension, atmosphere, and that sinking feeling in your gut that something is terribly, wonderfully wrong.

Forget the jump scares — these movies don’t scream; they whisper. They linger long after the credits roll, following you home like a friendly ghost with commitment issues. We’ll talk about what makes dread-driven horror so effective, share our favorite moments of quiet terror, and maybe laugh a little nervously about why we love to feel so unsettled.

Bring your theories, your morbid curiosity, and a beverage you can clutch dramatically when things get too real. (Thanks, ChatGPT!)

Yup, six movies. I couldn't bear to leave one off. We're going "full dread" so pace yourself if you watch them all. Look forward to seeing you! -- Christal 👻

WATCH LIST

• It Follows (2014) (Cinemax, HBO)
• The Invitation (2015) (Hoopla, Kanopy, Peacock, Tubi) (pictured)
• 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016) (Amazon Prime)
• Mother (2017) (Hoopla, Kanopy, Paramount+)
• The Lodge (2019) (Kanopy, Tubi)
• Speak No Evil (2022) (AMC+, Hoopla, Shudder, Tubi)

Note: I get the platform info via JustWatch. Availability is always changing so check Google or JustWatch if the above is no longer correct.

HOW HAPPY HORROR HOUR WORKS

Before the event …

• Watch the movies from the Watch List at home on your own. We do not watch movies at the actual event. Think of it like a book club. It's not a requirement to watch all the movies on the Watch List to attend. However, watching at least a few is highly encouraged as you'll have a lot more fun during the discussion.
• If you have content sensitivities, you can look up movies on doesthedogdie.com and/or unconsentingmedia.org to review warnings.
• Keep your RSVP up-to-date. If you can't make it out, update your RSVP at least 24 hours beforehand. If there is a waitlist, attendance will be taken and "no shows" will be marked.

At the event …

• We’re a friendly welcoming bunch and we love new folks! 😍
• Please purchase something (even if just a soda) while you’re at the restaurant. They’re running a business but being super awesome by giving us a space to meet for free. Also, please tip our servers. We’re a big bunch to wrangle.