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Eric Shorey

Eric Shorey

Eric Shorey is a freelance pop culture blogger whose work has appeared in Nylon, Vice, Pitchfork, Rolling Stone, and MTV. He received his MA in Liberal Studies from The New School for Social Research in 2010. As DJ Accident Report, he’s been a figure in Brooklyn’s underground goth, punk, and LGBTQ+ nightlife scenes for over a decade. The Nobodies, an avant-garde performance art troupe of which he is a founding member, began garnering a viral cult following in 2017 with their YouTube series Nobodies Watching Wrestling.

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The 12 best films of John Waters, ranked

Not all John Waters movies are created equally, so we've found the best and ranked them for you.
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The best Quentin Tarantino movies, ranked – Reservoir Dogs, Pulp Fiction, and more

Of all the contemporary film auteurs, perhaps no one’s work has permeated pop culture as much as Quentin Tarantino.
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The weird, weird filmography of David Lynch, ranked

We’re taking a look at Lynch’s greatest works in this ranked list of his best movies to help you decide what's essential viewing and what's worth skipping.
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The best Tim Burton movies of all time, ranked

Burton rose to prominence with his unique Halloween-inflected films and then eventually took on superheroes, sci-fi classics, and Disney fantasies.
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9 classic horror movies you need to know – The Exorcist, Psycho, and more

Halloween might be in October, but horror movie enthusiasts know that spooky season can be any time. So, here are the best classic horror films of all time.
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The 10 Best Arthouse Horror Films to Stream this Fall

Slashers films are good, but sometimes your brain is looking for more than just bloodshed. So, we curated a list of under-appreciated arthouse cinema.
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8 Ways to Support Local Businesses During the COVID-19 Pandemic

Local businesses need our support during the pandemic, and as consumers, it's up to us to take action. Here's how you can help.
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The 10 Best Classic Horror Books to Scare Yourself Silly This Fall

Anyone looking for accursed fall reads or a good scare should start with the best classic horror books, from the enigmatic to the absurd.
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The 10 Best Albums for Halloween, Ranked

Halloween music is more than just 'Monster Mash' — it’s a seasonal treat that’s getting more expansive by the minute and spans several genres. 
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The 10 Best 90’s Movies Ever

The 1990's are remembered for girl power and grunge as much as Clinton's presidency and pan-global technological innovation.
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10 Anime Movie Essentials

These are the must-see anime movies that showcase the best of the best of the genre.
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Here Are 10 Queer Cinema Essentials For Everyone to Watch

LGBTQ+ Pride isn’t just for June! Exploring and appreciating queer culture should be a never-ending endeavor, whether you identify as queer or not.
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5 Sneaker Alternatives to Your Go-to Vans and Converse

If you’re thinking it’s time to retire these stalwart sneakers and up your style game, we’ve got you covered.
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Understanding Club Music: 5 Sub-Genres You Need To Know

In celebration of the indefatigable spirit of club-goers around the world, we’re going through five sub-genres of club music that you absolutely need to know.
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The 12 Best Sci-Fi Movies Ever Made

We've narrowed it down to the 12 best sci-fi movies of all time. From thrillers to horror and everything in between.
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10 Contemporary Artists You Need to Know

We’re breaking down 10 influential contemporary artists whose works you might have absorbed without even realizing it.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Drag, from Trans Rights to Tipping Etiquette

You may feel shy out of fear of offending performers or overworking marginalized people. We’re here to break down the basics of drag.
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How These Celebrities Are Stylishly Breaking Gender Norms

From Timothée Chalamet to Billy Porter, these celebrities use fashion to redefine masculinity.
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The 10 Best Obscure Sci-Fi Movies

Whether you’re looking for campy thrills, avant-garde escapist masterpieces, or rigorous brain workouts, this list has you covered.
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10 Interviews on YouTube You Should Watch Right Now

As we’re all settling into our newly sheltered lives, it’s becoming obvious what an invaluable tool YouTube will be for helping us all maintain our sanity.
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10 Best Western Philosophy Books for Essential Reading

We might not all have the time or resources to delve into a 9-plus-year Ph.D. program, but you don’t have to go broke to understand the basics of Western thought.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Pro Wrestling, From Suplexes to T-Shirt Sales

The pro wrestling industry has undergone a massive revolution. The plots are becoming interesting and accessible again.