Remedios Varo In her time, Remedios Varo survived the horrors of the Spanish Civil War and Hitler's conquest of France while becoming a revered surrealist painter before her untimely death. From her time in pre-war Paris through the final twenty years of her life in Mexico, she was a part of the world of such surrealists as Ernst, Miro, Kahlo and many more. { learn more }
	Introducing Abby Travis Abby Travis has played bass with KMFDM, Beck and The Bangles, and shares a concert with David J of Bauhaus on February 23, this time performing her own unique blend of rock music infused with the spirit of Marlene Dietrich. Her beautiful new solo CD, 'Glittermouth,' is the follow-up to her acclaimed album 'Black Pop and Cutthroat Standards. { get to know abby }
	A Goth Mayor in Pasadena, CA? Aaron Proctor thinks it's time for an intelligent candidate steeped in gothic culture to have an effect on politics, and the mayoral election of Pasadena is his starting point. Correspondent Alivia Hunter offers a look at the platform of this iconoclast with idealistic ambitions. We think he may have the right stuff! { find out why }
	The Number 23 Enigma Robert Anton Wilson (pictured left) explained the cosmic significance of The Number 23 Enigma in a book that revealed secrets kept by The Illuminati. A new dark thriller starring Jim Carrey and Virginia Madsen takes a new look at a unique form of madness. Our Dark Romance feature uncovers more numeric obsessions and revelations. { don't get unravelled }

Meet our current Dark Muse Jennifer Lynn Connelly began her ascent to fame as a 10 year old girl when she achieved success as a model and in television commercials. Her first movie role came at the age of 14 in the epic gangster film Once Upon A Time In America... { more }

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Win a signed copy of Christopher Moore's
newest novel, You Suck!
In January we were at his signing at Vroman's in Pasadena and walked away with a signed copy to give to one of our readers. (It doesn't suck).

Chandler Street, a short story by John Koenig

Doomed Lovers
Our on-going series will feature Romeo and Juliet in art.

The Gravedancers, revisited
On the release of this After Dark Horror Fest film, we will revisit our interview with Mike Mendez and, hopefully, feature insight from actress Clare Kramer

Vote for the most beloved and the most despised movies of the past year. Simply go to our easy to use ballot and click to make your opinions count. This year we've included an opportunity for indie films to be considered as well! Everyone who completes the online ballot will be entered in a drawing for a $100 Amazon.com certificate. { don't miss your chance }

Videos by Goldfrapp, Abby Travis,
Sarah McLachlan, Cradle of Filth,
art by Frank Frazetta, John Collier,
M.C. Escher, poetry "On A Dead Child,"
film clips from "Eyes Without A Face,"
and a look at The Northanger Abbey
"Horrid Novels" ... and more!

Be sure to check through February for our continued short features on music, literature, art, film and more!

It's that time of year again; the call has gone out for entries for this year's Shriekfest screenwriting and movie competition. Some of last year's winners went on to be featured films in After Dark's "8 Films to Die For."
We encourage you to enter your works in this year's competition and look forward to seeing the entrants and views in the Fall. { more information }

If you haven't discovered Dark Delicacies yet, we encourage you to explore their realm in Burbank soon. They are the go-to spot for horror movie, book and soundtrack signings. Upcoming signings include: The Abandoned, 300, Dark Shadows, DVD's from the Showtime Masters of Horror series, and the directors of several of the After Dark movies on the occasion of their DVD releases. { visit one of our favorite dark corners }

Movies : : . .

The Number 23 (Wide) - February 23
Jim Carrey stars as a man whose life unravels when he becomes obsessed with an obscure book titled 'The Number 23'.

The Abandoned - February 23
A film producer returns to her native Russia to the family farm. Strange things begin to happen including the disappearance of her guide and the manifestation of ghosts. (Originally released as a part of last year's Horrorfest)

Bridge to Terabithia - February 16th
An 11-year-old boy befriends the tomboy class outsider, and together they create the imaginary kingdom of Terabithia.

Ghost Rider - February 16th
Nicolas Cage stars as a motorcycle stuntman who sells his soul to become the supernatural agent of vengeance Ghost Rider

Hannibal Rising - playing now
The chilling story of how a young Hannibal Lecter (Gaspard Ulliel) became one of the most notorious serial killers in history.

The Messengers - playing now
A family moves into an old, run-down farm only to encounter ominous signs that something is very wrong with their new home.

Concerts : : . .

Abby Travis - February 23 | Safari Sam's, Hollywood, CA
Abby will be opening for David J's Cabaret Obscuro - with whom she will also be performing. { get tickets today }

Abby Travis - March 10 | Bar Sinister, Hollywood, CA
This performance is covered with your addmission.
{ more about Bar Sinister }