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Supernatural Crime Series ‘Criminal Magic’ In Development At The CW

The CW, home to shows like ‘Supernatural’, ‘iZombie’, ‘Arrow’, and ‘The Vampire Diaries’, is capitalizing on viewers’ love for the supernatural and their love for police dramas with a new series titled ‘Criminal Magic’. ‘Criminal Magic’ is now in development from Graham Norris, Danielle Stokdyk, Dan Ethridge and Rob Thomas, the team behind ‘iZombie’, according to Deadline. Described as “The Departed meets “The Vampire Diaries,” is being written/executive produced by Norris. Set in present-day Los Angeles, it revolves around two warring street gangs who fight the cops and each other to corner the market on the most lucrative contraband of all: magic. A young woman hiding spectacular magical powers and an undercover cop must try to survive this glamorous world of speakeasies, crime, and danger.” Rob Thomas who is currently working on ‘The Lost Boys’ series adaption for The CW, will serve as executive producer under the banner of his company Spondooli Productions alongside Ethridge, Stokdyk and Warner Bros. Studios.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 13, 2016
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Showrunner Nick Antosca Gives Us An Insight Into Episode 5 Of Channel Zero: Candle Cove

This upcoming Friday, November the 15th, is the season one finale of Syfy’s creepypasta inspired series ‘Channel Zero: Candle Cove’. While we are going to miss the series, we know that the next season has just wrapped filming and we are excited to see what season two has in store. During our weekly discussion with ‘Channel Zero’ showrunner Nick Antosca we discussed the fifth episode and what is coming in the finale. In episode five we witnessed Mike (Paul Schneider) begin to sprout an extra tooth, just like Eddie’s. Later we learn from Mrs. Booth (Marina Stephenson Kerr) that Eddie is coming back, in Mike’s body. Mike struggles to keep himself oriented, Mrs. Booth is leading the children and together they kill Sheriff Amy’s (Luisa D’Oliveria) love interest Simon (Bruce Novakowski) when he finds Mike at an abandoned restaurant. We also learned that Mrs. Booth is the one behind the Jawbone mask. At the end of the episode we see

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 13, 2016
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Corin Nemec To Play The Lead In The Rottentail Movie Adaption

Source Point Press teased earlier this year that a movie adaption of their ‘Rottentail’ graphic novel was coming. News has now come that the role of “Rottentail” has been cast and the film has entered pre-production. Brian Skiba (Blood Moon Rising) will be directing from the script penned by the graphic novel’s writer, David C. Hayes. Corin Nemec has been cast in the lead role of Peter Cotton, who transform into the monster known as “Rottentail”, half man, half bunny. Nemec has starred in a wide range of films and series including ‘Drone Wars’, ‘Lake Placid vs. Anaconda’, ‘Supernatural’, ‘Ghost Whisperer’, ‘The Stand’ and ‘Tales from the Crypt’. From the Press Release: The upcoming horror film Rottentail has officially cast the lead role of Peter Cotton, who transforms into the horrific monster “Rottentail”! Earlier this summer Source Point Press, the publishing arm of Source Point Productions, teased on social media that their horror graphic novel Rottentail would soon be made

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 13, 2016
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Pacific Rim 2 Title Revealed As It Enters Production

Universal and Legendary’s ‘Pacific Rim’ sequel has entered production in Sydney, Australia. The sequel to Guillermo del Toro’s 2013 giant robot/monster film will be directed by Steven DeKnight (Daredevil). DeKnight and star John Boyega have confirmed that the film’s title is ‘Pacific Rim: Maelstrom’ through social media posts. On November 9th, DeKnight tweeted a photo of a clapperboard with the film’s name on it and the caption “Day 1 of shooting. The adventure begins… #PacificRim2.” On Thursday, Boyega, who will play the role of Idris Elba’s character’s son, shared a photo on Instagram of his script with “Here’s to a great adventure ahead.” Scott Eastwood, Ron Perlman, Max Martini, Adria Arjona, Tian Jing, Levi Meaden, Mackenyu and Cailee Spaeny will co-star. Guillermo del Toro, John Boyega, Jon Jashni, Mary Parent, Thomas Tull and Femi Qguns will produce. Angarag Davaasuren, and Eric McLeod will serve as executive producers. ‘Pacific Rim: Maelstrom’ is set to open in theaters nationwide on February 23,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2016
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Don Mancini Says That Chucky Is Coming Home !

On Friday Chucky creator, Don Mancini, tweeted a photo of himself in front of the house from the set of 2013’s ‘Curse of Chuck’, which he wrote and directed. The caption under the photo states, “#Chucky IS FINALLY COMING HOME”. Mancini also tagged Alex Vincent, who starred in the first two ‘Child’s Play’ film. Leaving us to wonder if the new film will connect all of the previous films. There have been talks of Chucky’s return for a while. Mancini teased the filming for the sequel in a tweet to Jennifer Tilly back in February. The latest tweet is confirmation that our favorite little red-headed-psycho doll is truly on his way in the seventh film of the franchise. Word is, Fiona Dourif, who went toe to toe with Chucky in ‘The Curse of Chucky’, will be returning along with Jennifer Tilly to fight the possessed Good Guy Doll again in ‘Chucky 7’. For those of you who are not aware,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2016
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A Group Of Podcasters Bite Off More Than They Can Chew In The Witching

Something dark is coming, it has a black soul and large grin filled with razor-sharp teeth, in ‘The Witching’. In this dark tale a podcast team ventures into the woods to tell ghost stories, but bite off more than they can chew when the ghost of a murdered witch comes calling. Director Corey Norman (The Invoking 2) brought this story to life based on the script penned by Michelle Davidson, Jesse David Ing, Sean Lee and Patrick Rea. Jessica Bedell, Ian Carlson, Joanna Clarke, Jack Scannell, and Beth Somerville co-star. Ellen Elizabeth White plays both the character “Emma” and the role of the witch. “With Halloween only hours away, the members of a popular podcast, ‘The Witching Hour’, gather to swap scary stories in the dark. But they bargain for more than just ratings when they venture to the site where the Woodland Valley Witch was brutally murdered. ‘The Witching’ is now available on Amazon Prime and Hulu.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2016
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Painkiller Jane Movie Adaption Casts Its Lead Role

When she had a brush with death while undercover, New York City police officer Jane Vasko not only recovered, she became unstoppable as Painkiller Jane. The film adaption of the ‘Painkiller Jane’ comic has been in the works for a while. Now, it seems they have found their star, Jessica Chastain. Chastain will also be producing the film under the banner of her company Freckle Films. Lotus Entertainment, Solipsist Films, Bill Johnson, Jim Seibel, and Ara Keshishian will also be producing along with Jimmy Palmiotti who co-wrote the comic with Joe Quesada, according to Deadline. At one time Jen and Sylvia Soska were attached to direct, but Deadline did not mention if the sisters were still on board. Jessica Chastain has starred in a wide range of films including: ‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’, ‘The Martain’, ‘Mama’, ‘Texas Killing Fields’, and others. She also co-stared alongside Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston and Charlie Hunnam in 2015’s haunting picture ‘Crimson Peak’ as Lucille

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2016
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Great Whites Are Hungry In The New Clip For ‘In The Deep’

Shark film ’47 Meters Down’ has been renamed ‘In the Deep’. The film stars Mandy Moore and Clair Holt as sisters cage-diving. When their boat leaves them stranded in an observation cage, they are trapped on the ocean floor, surrounded by Great Whites. ‘In the Deep’ was directed by Johannes Roberts, who co-wrote the film with Ernest Riera. Roberts also directed ‘The Other Side of the Door’. Yani Gellman (Pretty Little Liars) and Matthew Modine (Stranger Things) co-star in this shark thriller. The film “dives into a world of two sisters (Mandy Moore and Claire Holt) who become trapped at the bottom of the ocean when a diving expedition to observe sharks goes horribly wrong. When the cable attaching the observation cage to the boat breaks and the cage sinks to the bottom of the ocean, the sisters must figure out a way to get back to safety battling injuries, lack of oxygen, and worst of all, blood thirsty great

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2016
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Garrett Wareing To Star In New Body Horror Film ‘Puberty’

We all remember puberty, that awkward time when your face is covered in pimples, your body is weird and you’re having new feelings you don’t understand. In the new horror film ‘Puberty’, those are the least of your troubles. Abbie Cornish (Solace, Sucker Punch), Garrett Wareing (Independence Day 2) and Dylan Gelula (Chasing Life) star in the psychological thriller from Flying Lotus’ Brainfeeder Films, Variety reports. Eddie Alcazar (Tapia) is directing from the script he co-wrote with Ted Kupper (The Assistant). Flying Lotus is executive producing. Filming is set to begin this winter in Los Angeles. In the film a teenage boy, played by Wareing. with a violent past is haunted by dark visions. He enters a mysterious clinic where patients are wildly transformed using genetic engineering. He goes through treatment and receives therapeutic implants. He discovers that purity of mind is not actually what he had imagined.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2016
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The New Underworld: Blood Wars Trailer Is Overrun With Lycans

The international trailer for the ‘Underworld: Blood Wars’ is here and it’s overrun with Lycans. It seems that not only have the lycan numbers increased, so has their intelligence. They are working together and using their numbers against the enemy vampires. That’s okay, Selene has something special in store. She also has a few friends who are ready to get bloody. Kate Beckinsale is returning to her role as the vampire Selene. Theo James will once again co-star as David, Selene’s ally. The vampire Elder Thomas will be played by Game of Thrones actor Charles Dance, once again. Tobias Menzies (Outlander) will be joining the film as a new character, a formidable Lycan. Other new cast members include Bradley James (Damien), James Faulkner (Game of Thrones), Peter Andersson (The Vatican Tapes), Daisy Head (Fallen) and newcomer Clementine Nicholson. Anna Foerster, known for her as a cinematographer on films such as ‘Independence Day’, directed ‘Blood Wars’, the fifth film of the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 10, 2016

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Supernatural Crime Series ‘Criminal Magic’ In Development At The CW

The CW, home to shows like ‘Supernatural’, ‘iZombie’, ‘Arrow’, and ‘The Vampire Diaries’, is capitalizing on viewers’ love for the supernatural and their love for police dramas with a new series titled ‘Criminal Magic’. ‘Criminal Magic’ is now in development from Graham Norris, Danielle Stokdyk, Dan Ethridge and Rob Thomas, the team behind ‘iZombie’, according to Deadline. Described as “The Departed meets “The Vampire Diaries,” is being written/executive produced by Norris. Set in present-day Los Angeles, it revolves around two warring street gangs who fight the cops and each other to corner the market on the most lucrative contraband of all: magic. A young woman hiding spectacular magical powers and an undercover cop must try to survive this glamorous world of speakeasies, crime, and danger.” Rob Thomas who is currently working on ‘The Lost Boys’ series adaption for The CW, will serve as executive producer under the banner of his company Spondooli Productions alongside Ethridge, Stokdyk and Warner Bros. Studios.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 13, 2016
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Showrunner Nick Antosca Gives Us An Insight Into Episode 5 Of Channel Zero: Candle Cove

This upcoming Friday, November the 15th, is the season one finale of Syfy’s creepypasta inspired series ‘Channel Zero: Candle Cove’. While we are going to miss the series, we know that the next season has just wrapped filming and we are excited to see what season two has in store. During our weekly discussion with ‘Channel Zero’ showrunner Nick Antosca we discussed the fifth episode and what is coming in the finale. In episode five we witnessed Mike (Paul Schneider) begin to sprout an extra tooth, just like Eddie’s. Later we learn from Mrs. Booth (Marina Stephenson Kerr) that Eddie is coming back, in Mike’s body. Mike struggles to keep himself oriented, Mrs. Booth is leading the children and together they kill Sheriff Amy’s (Luisa D’Oliveria) love interest Simon (Bruce Novakowski) when he finds Mike at an abandoned restaurant. We also learned that Mrs. Booth is the one behind the Jawbone mask. At the end of the episode we see

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
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Corin Nemec To Play The Lead In The Rottentail Movie Adaption

Source Point Press teased earlier this year that a movie adaption of their ‘Rottentail’ graphic novel was coming. News has now come that the role of “Rottentail” has been cast and the film has entered pre-production. Brian Skiba (Blood Moon Rising) will be directing from the script penned by the graphic novel’s writer, David C. Hayes. Corin Nemec has been cast in the lead role of Peter Cotton, who transform into the monster known as “Rottentail”, half man, half bunny. Nemec has starred in a wide range of films and series including ‘Drone Wars’, ‘Lake Placid vs. Anaconda’, ‘Supernatural’, ‘Ghost Whisperer’, ‘The Stand’ and ‘Tales from the Crypt’. From the Press Release: The upcoming horror film Rottentail has officially cast the lead role of Peter Cotton, who transforms into the horrific monster “Rottentail”! Earlier this summer Source Point Press, the publishing arm of Source Point Productions, teased on social media that their horror graphic novel Rottentail would soon be made

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 13, 2016
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Pacific Rim 2 Title Revealed As It Enters Production

Universal and Legendary’s ‘Pacific Rim’ sequel has entered production in Sydney, Australia. The sequel to Guillermo del Toro’s 2013 giant robot/monster film will be directed by Steven DeKnight (Daredevil). DeKnight and star John Boyega have confirmed that the film’s title is ‘Pacific Rim: Maelstrom’ through social media posts. On November 9th, DeKnight tweeted a photo of a clapperboard with the film’s name on it and the caption “Day 1 of shooting. The adventure begins… #PacificRim2.” On Thursday, Boyega, who will play the role of Idris Elba’s character’s son, shared a photo on Instagram of his script with “Here’s to a great adventure ahead.” Scott Eastwood, Ron Perlman, Max Martini, Adria Arjona, Tian Jing, Levi Meaden, Mackenyu and Cailee Spaeny will co-star. Guillermo del Toro, John Boyega, Jon Jashni, Mary Parent, Thomas Tull and Femi Qguns will produce. Angarag Davaasuren, and Eric McLeod will serve as executive producers. ‘Pacific Rim: Maelstrom’ is set to open in theaters nationwide on February 23,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2016
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Don Mancini Says That Chucky Is Coming Home !

On Friday Chucky creator, Don Mancini, tweeted a photo of himself in front of the house from the set of 2013’s ‘Curse of Chuck’, which he wrote and directed. The caption under the photo states, “#Chucky IS FINALLY COMING HOME”. Mancini also tagged Alex Vincent, who starred in the first two ‘Child’s Play’ film. Leaving us to wonder if the new film will connect all of the previous films. There have been talks of Chucky’s return for a while. Mancini teased the filming for the sequel in a tweet to Jennifer Tilly back in February. The latest tweet is confirmation that our favorite little red-headed-psycho doll is truly on his way in the seventh film of the franchise. Word is, Fiona Dourif, who went toe to toe with Chucky in ‘The Curse of Chucky’, will be returning along with Jennifer Tilly to fight the possessed Good Guy Doll again in ‘Chucky 7’. For those of you who are not aware,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2016
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A Group Of Podcasters Bite Off More Than They Can Chew In The Witching

Something dark is coming, it has a black soul and large grin filled with razor-sharp teeth, in ‘The Witching’. In this dark tale a podcast team ventures into the woods to tell ghost stories, but bite off more than they can chew when the ghost of a murdered witch comes calling. Director Corey Norman (The Invoking 2) brought this story to life based on the script penned by Michelle Davidson, Jesse David Ing, Sean Lee and Patrick Rea. Jessica Bedell, Ian Carlson, Joanna Clarke, Jack Scannell, and Beth Somerville co-star. Ellen Elizabeth White plays both the character “Emma” and the role of the witch. “With Halloween only hours away, the members of a popular podcast, ‘The Witching Hour’, gather to swap scary stories in the dark. But they bargain for more than just ratings when they venture to the site where the Woodland Valley Witch was brutally murdered. ‘The Witching’ is now available on Amazon Prime and Hulu.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 12, 2016
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Painkiller Jane Movie Adaption Casts Its Lead Role

When she had a brush with death while undercover, New York City police officer Jane Vasko not only recovered, she became unstoppable as Painkiller Jane. The film adaption of the ‘Painkiller Jane’ comic has been in the works for a while. Now, it seems they have found their star, Jessica Chastain. Chastain will also be producing the film under the banner of her company Freckle Films. Lotus Entertainment, Solipsist Films, Bill Johnson, Jim Seibel, and Ara Keshishian will also be producing along with Jimmy Palmiotti who co-wrote the comic with Joe Quesada, according to Deadline. At one time Jen and Sylvia Soska were attached to direct, but Deadline did not mention if the sisters were still on board. Jessica Chastain has starred in a wide range of films including: ‘The Huntsman: Winter’s War’, ‘The Martain’, ‘Mama’, ‘Texas Killing Fields’, and others. She also co-stared alongside Mia Wasikowska, Tom Hiddleston and Charlie Hunnam in 2015’s haunting picture ‘Crimson Peak’ as Lucille

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2016
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Great Whites Are Hungry In The New Clip For ‘In The Deep’

Shark film ’47 Meters Down’ has been renamed ‘In the Deep’. The film stars Mandy Moore and Clair Holt as sisters cage-diving. When their boat leaves them stranded in an observation cage, they are trapped on the ocean floor, surrounded by Great Whites. ‘In the Deep’ was directed by Johannes Roberts, who co-wrote the film with Ernest Riera. Roberts also directed ‘The Other Side of the Door’. Yani Gellman (Pretty Little Liars) and Matthew Modine (Stranger Things) co-star in this shark thriller. The film “dives into a world of two sisters (Mandy Moore and Claire Holt) who become trapped at the bottom of the ocean when a diving expedition to observe sharks goes horribly wrong. When the cable attaching the observation cage to the boat breaks and the cage sinks to the bottom of the ocean, the sisters must figure out a way to get back to safety battling injuries, lack of oxygen, and worst of all, blood thirsty great

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2016
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Garrett Wareing To Star In New Body Horror Film ‘Puberty’

We all remember puberty, that awkward time when your face is covered in pimples, your body is weird and you’re having new feelings you don’t understand. In the new horror film ‘Puberty’, those are the least of your troubles. Abbie Cornish (Solace, Sucker Punch), Garrett Wareing (Independence Day 2) and Dylan Gelula (Chasing Life) star in the psychological thriller from Flying Lotus’ Brainfeeder Films, Variety reports. Eddie Alcazar (Tapia) is directing from the script he co-wrote with Ted Kupper (The Assistant). Flying Lotus is executive producing. Filming is set to begin this winter in Los Angeles. In the film a teenage boy, played by Wareing. with a violent past is haunted by dark visions. He enters a mysterious clinic where patients are wildly transformed using genetic engineering. He goes through treatment and receives therapeutic implants. He discovers that purity of mind is not actually what he had imagined.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 11, 2016
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The New Underworld: Blood Wars Trailer Is Overrun With Lycans

The international trailer for the ‘Underworld: Blood Wars’ is here and it’s overrun with Lycans. It seems that not only have the lycan numbers increased, so has their intelligence. They are working together and using their numbers against the enemy vampires. That’s okay, Selene has something special in store. She also has a few friends who are ready to get bloody. Kate Beckinsale is returning to her role as the vampire Selene. Theo James will once again co-star as David, Selene’s ally. The vampire Elder Thomas will be played by Game of Thrones actor Charles Dance, once again. Tobias Menzies (Outlander) will be joining the film as a new character, a formidable Lycan. Other new cast members include Bradley James (Damien), James Faulkner (Game of Thrones), Peter Andersson (The Vatican Tapes), Daisy Head (Fallen) and newcomer Clementine Nicholson. Anna Foerster, known for her as a cinematographer on films such as ‘Independence Day’, directed ‘Blood Wars’, the fifth film of the

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