Take a Look in the Mirror: The Horror of the New “Candyman” Is Complicity The Nia DaCosta–directed, Jordan Peele–produced movie is a Black reimagining of the Candyman legend.

Mirrors and reflection are key to Candyman in general, as the urban legend calls on people to say his name five times into the mirror to make him appear. The opening credits, however, bring this ...

The legend of Candyman exists in the practice of conjure at its most simplistic, meaning: to summon forth by invocation or incantation. Naming something gives it power.

First trailer for new 'Candyman' will make you scared of mirrors all over again Ethan Alter Senior Writer, Yahoo Entertainment Updated Thu, February 27, 2020 at 4:08 PM UTC ...

Candyman will resurrect the "patron saint of urban legends" for original film fans and newcomers. Here's a look back Candyman's intriguing history. The post A Brief History of CANDYMAN’s Themes ...

Legend has it that if you say "Candyman" in front of a mirror five times, you'll summon the spirit of a terrifying killer with a hook for a hand, who's constantly surrounded by a swarm of bees.

Ever heard that you shouldn't say "Candyman" five times into a mirror? The legend is back in the mainstream now that director Nia DaCosta, backed by Jordan Peele's Monkeypaw Productions, is ...

In actuality, the Candyman himself comes to us courtesy of legendary British horror writer Clive Barker, who made up the story in a 1985 novella before another British guy, Bernard Rose, adapted ...

Director Nia DaCosta is reviving the 'Candyman' legend—alongside producer Jordan Peele—for a June 2020 release.

Urban legends are shaped by the people who tell them and where they’re from. That’s why you’ll hear so many versions of the same story.

Candyman (2021) is an exciting addition to one of the greatest contemporary urban legends. And, now that we have taken a look back at Candyman’s roots, it’s time to see what this new take offers.