Tag: classic movies

The Much-Overlooked Symbolism in Roman Polanski’s “The Ninth Gate”

When "The Ninth Gate" was released in 1999, critics found the movie pointless. But that's because they completely missed the point of the movie. Through symbolism, "The Ninth Gate" tells a story of occult initiation while commenting on the elite's obsession with Satanism. Here's a look at this much-overlooked movie.

“A Certain Sacrifice”: Madonna’s First Movie That Ends With a Satanic Ritual Sacrifice

The first movie Madonna ever appeared in portrays her character as a sex slave who gets abused repeatedly. Also, the movie ends with a satanic ritual sacrifice that some believe was real, making "A Certain Sacrifice" an actual snuff film. Here's a look at this disturbing piece of movie history.

How the 1993 Movie “Demolition Man” Perfectly Predicted (and Ridiculed) Today’s Society

The movie Demolition Man takes place in 2032, in an oppressive society managed by a tyrannical doctor who rose to power after an epidemic and social unrest. Watching this movie today is an eerie experience as the "jokes" of the past are the realities of today. Here's a look at the incredible predictions made by this movie made 30 years ago.

The Insanely Dark Story Behind “Poltergeist” and its Young Star Heather O’Rourke

The unexpected death of the child star Heather O'Rourke at age 12 cemented an urban legend that was circulating for years: The movie "Poltergeist" was cursed. However, the real cause of her death might be infinitely more disturbing: Hollywood depravity.

The Hidden Messages in “Forrest Gump” About America and Its Destiny

Forrest Gump is a classic movie about a simpleton who goes on to accomplish great things. However, through powerful symbolism, the movie tells a much bigger story about the opposing forces that shape America's destiny.