Steven Sloss
Steven Sloss is a freelance writer specialising in Japanese special-effects and science-fiction media, and an independent director of audio dramas and podcasts.
Impolite Society: Looking Back on Brian Yuzna’s Interspecies Class War
Impolite Society. We take a look at ultimate 1980's "Eat-the-rich" cult classic Society from the mind of Brian Yuzna. Get Shunting!
Why Spaghetti Westerns Are So Damn Delicious
How Spaghetti Westerns changed the identity of one of cinema's oldest genres with a hefty dose of amoral apathy and a fresh pair of cultural eyes.
Idol Threat: Daimajin’s Colossal Cultural Footprint
The Daimajin films introduced us to another legendary figure in the Japanese world of kaiju and his influence lives long and proud.
Into the Ring: A Quarter-Century of a J-Horror Classic
One of the most iconic J-Horror films of all time, the influence of Ring can be seen today across modern horror and beyond.
No Strings Attached: A Potted History of Puppet Master
The Puppet Master franchise has run for over 30 years - here's a quick guide on this enduring series.