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A Woman Gets Caught In A Trap In The Bloody Trailer For COUNTRYCIDE

The first trailer for writer-director Brett Kelly’s gore-filled indie thriller Countrycide is here, revealing a woman caught in a bloody nightmare. Starring Robin Hodge, Joel Elliott, Andrew Galligan, Lee Cyr, and Peter Whitaker, the film centers on a woman alone in the woods and caught in a bear trap. What she doesn’t realize at first is that she is being stalked by predators, both animal and man. Countrycide is currently in post production and will be making its festival rounds this summer. Follow the film on Facebook for regular updates, behind the scenes photos and more. https://vimeo.com/199419436

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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A New Film Is In The Works For THE PURGE Franchise

We recently reported that The Purge franchise is being developed into a television series. Today, we have more news on the film franchise. Have you ever wondered how The Purge began? The fourth film of the franchise will answer that. That’s right, we are getting a Purge prequel. We are going back to the very beginning to learn how the deadly, lawless night began. Franchise creator James DeMonaco had this to say about the prequel: I would actually go back and I would try to talk about how it all started. That seems the natural next chapter in this, is to say, ‘Alright, we’ve done this trilogy. We see how it got to this point of someone trying to end it – this presidential figure. Now let’s go back and see how the fuck all this came about.’ How did this country get to a place where we were now accepting this kind of atrocity, this terrible thing, each year?

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Short Film Review: STILL Is A Frightfully Comical Zombie Tale

When walking through a local park or street market, one might encounter all manner of artists, performers or…well, performance artists. Mimes are likely the most popular choice to be relegated on the lowest rung of the performance artist ladder, but there is something even lower – the “living statue”. Because while mimes at least have the skill to make people believe they’re stuck in an invisible box, the “living statue’s” claim to fame is the ability to remain stationary for long periods of time. That’s nothing, because I’ve seen plenty of road construction workers do the same thing for better money. However, if you just happen to be dead center in the middle of of a zombie stampede, where they are attacking everyone or everything that moves, the ability to remain deathly still is a huge asset. So that’s where we find our main character, a “living Statue”, at the present. He is quite literally peering into the eyes of

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Capt McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Teenage Ghost Punk is Available Now! Terrifying and Hilarious, Don’t Miss It

Ever heard of a ghost who pilfers Ramones albums? Encounter a prankstergeist … who plays a Fender Telecaster? See dead teenagers play poker? You will now. Teenage Ghost Punk is now on Digital HD, Cable VOD and MOD debut. This quirky, funny and hilarious love/ghost story is a must see! Writer/Director – Mike Cramer is thrilled about his second movie and brigs in a great cast of newcomers including Grace Madigan, Jack Cramer, and Noah Kitsos. As soon as a wholesome high school cheerleader, her genius little brother and divorced mom move to a creaky old house outside Chicago, strange things start to occur: old punk records go missing, raging guitar riffs rattle the night. A little scared and a lot bewildered, the cheerleader recruits a bumbling paranormal investigation team and a quirky medium, only to discover on her own that her house is haunted — by the ghost of a charming teenage punk rocker and his fun-loving spectral pals.

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Capt McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Lin Shaye Enters The Black Room – In Theaters This April

Horror icon Lin Shaye will face the dark in The Black Room in theaters this April. Written and directed by Rolfe Kanefsky, the film centers on Paul and Jennifer Hemdale who have just moved into their dream house not knowing that their marriage is about to be tested as they slowly discover the secret behind the black room in their basement. Natasha Henstridge, Dominique Swain, Lukas Hassel, James Duval, and Aggie Duke co-star in this dark supernatural thriller, produced by Esther Goodstein and David Sky. Brian Perera serves as executive producer. The Black Room arrives in theaters on April 28, 2017, followed by its VOD release on May 9, 2017.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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The (Chlorinated) Water Runs Red in The First Trailer For POOL PARTY MASSACRE

Fans of water side lounging and vicious murder have something to look forward to in the upcoming Pool Party Massacre, where foam noodles and inner tubes offer little protection against Axe Blades and Hedge Clippers. From the Las Angeles based Floating Eye Films, Pool Party Massacre is a gore soaked throwback to 80s cheese, and all the blood, sex, and madness that comes with it. After all, who needs big budgets and complicated plots when you have sexy young people in swim wear and a shed full of power tools? Writer-Director Drew Marvick is sure getting in the spirt of things! Pool Party Massacre doesn’t have a release date beyond Summer 2017 yet, but that just gives you more time to arrange a pool party of your own. Hopefully with more margaritas and less disembowlement.

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Capt McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Director Joston Theney Talks Filmmaking And Awkward Serial Killers In An Interview

Today, I sat down to talk with Joston Theney. The Georgia native, who is an actor, writer, director, and producer already has several films and series under his belt, such as Bleed 4 Me, Axeman, Axeman 2: Overkill. He also worked as a writer and producer for the series Uncut and Let’s Do L.A. with Mr. Hollywood. Horror Fuel: “What made you want to get into the film industry?” JT: “You know, I’ve been a long time fan of film in general. Growing up, I was always a quiet kid. I was always kind of shy. Movies and television is what I always turned to. As I grew up I created my own little stories and stuff, short stories. I had a little comic book I started. I think all of that overtime naturally led to me picking up a camera.” Horror Fuel: “I have to ask, what was the name of the comic?” JT: “[laughter] I want to say

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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Batten Down The Hatches, SHARKNADO 5 Makes Landfall This Summer

Syfy’s Sharknado franchise has always brought in killer ratings for Syfy. For fans, the over the top special effects and the huge number of stars that make cameos in each film make the franchise a favorite. Fans will be excited to learn that Sharknado 5 will be coming our way this August, from returning director Anthony C. Ferrante, based on the script by Scotty Mullen. Ian Ziering and Tara Reid will reprise their roles as shark slaying masters Fin and April. With much of America lying in ruins, the rest of the world braces for a global sharknado, Fin and the rest of his family must travel around the world to stop them. Cassandra Scerbo, Masiela Lusha, Cody Linley, David Naughton, Russell Hodgkinson, Jena Sims, Daniel Eghan, Benny Bereal, Jag Patel, and Kate Garraway are just a few of the stars that will make an appearance. More names should be announced as the sequel approaches its premiere. Batten down the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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A First Look At DEVIL’S GATE Starring Milo Ventimiglia And Amanda Schull

Milo Ventimiglia (Heroes) stars alongside 12 Monkeys’ actress Amanda Schull in Devil’s Gate. Clay Staub, who was the second unit director for Dawn of the Dead, makes his genre debut with this suspense thriller, which he co-wrote with Peter Aperlo. Set in a small town, the film follows an FBI Agent (Schull) who has come to investigate the disappearance of the wife (Bridget Regan) and son of a local rancher. A local deputy, played by Shawn Ashmore, is forced to work with the agent whose presence makes the town’s sheriff (Jonathan Frakes) nervous. The Devil’s Gate will hold its world premiere later this month at the Tribeca Film Festival, Deadline reports. The trailer has not been released, but we do have a clip.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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Billie Lourd Joins American Horror Story

Everyday we grow closer to the premiere of season 7 of American Horror Story. While we don’t know the plot details for the upcoming series, co-creator Ryan Murphy has stated that the theme will have something to do with the past election and that the premiere is set on election night. We do have news today. Scream Queens‘ actress Billie Lourd, who plays Chanel #3 on the series, has joined the cast that already includes AHS veterans Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters, as well as series newcomer Billy Eichner. Filming is set to begin on this season in June. With season 8 and 9 already renewed, we will be enjoying American Horror Story’s twisted tales for years.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017

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A Woman Gets Caught In A Trap In The Bloody Trailer For COUNTRYCIDE

The first trailer for writer-director Brett Kelly’s gore-filled indie thriller Countrycide is here, revealing a woman caught in a bloody nightmare. Starring Robin Hodge, Joel Elliott, Andrew Galligan, Lee Cyr, and Peter Whitaker, the film centers on a woman alone in the woods and caught in a bear trap. What she doesn’t realize at first is that she is being stalked by predators, both animal and man. Countrycide is currently in post production and will be making its festival rounds this summer. Follow the film on Facebook for regular updates, behind the scenes photos and more. https://vimeo.com/199419436

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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A New Film Is In The Works For THE PURGE Franchise

We recently reported that The Purge franchise is being developed into a television series. Today, we have more news on the film franchise. Have you ever wondered how The Purge began? The fourth film of the franchise will answer that. That’s right, we are getting a Purge prequel. We are going back to the very beginning to learn how the deadly, lawless night began. Franchise creator James DeMonaco had this to say about the prequel: I would actually go back and I would try to talk about how it all started. That seems the natural next chapter in this, is to say, ‘Alright, we’ve done this trilogy. We see how it got to this point of someone trying to end it – this presidential figure. Now let’s go back and see how the fuck all this came about.’ How did this country get to a place where we were now accepting this kind of atrocity, this terrible thing, each year?

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Short Film Review: STILL Is A Frightfully Comical Zombie Tale

When walking through a local park or street market, one might encounter all manner of artists, performers or…well, performance artists. Mimes are likely the most popular choice to be relegated on the lowest rung of the performance artist ladder, but there is something even lower – the “living statue”. Because while mimes at least have the skill to make people believe they’re stuck in an invisible box, the “living statue’s” claim to fame is the ability to remain stationary for long periods of time. That’s nothing, because I’ve seen plenty of road construction workers do the same thing for better money. However, if you just happen to be dead center in the middle of of a zombie stampede, where they are attacking everyone or everything that moves, the ability to remain deathly still is a huge asset. So that’s where we find our main character, a “living Statue”, at the present. He is quite literally peering into the eyes of

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Teenage Ghost Punk is Available Now! Terrifying and Hilarious, Don’t Miss It

Ever heard of a ghost who pilfers Ramones albums? Encounter a prankstergeist … who plays a Fender Telecaster? See dead teenagers play poker? You will now. Teenage Ghost Punk is now on Digital HD, Cable VOD and MOD debut. This quirky, funny and hilarious love/ghost story is a must see! Writer/Director – Mike Cramer is thrilled about his second movie and brigs in a great cast of newcomers including Grace Madigan, Jack Cramer, and Noah Kitsos. As soon as a wholesome high school cheerleader, her genius little brother and divorced mom move to a creaky old house outside Chicago, strange things start to occur: old punk records go missing, raging guitar riffs rattle the night. A little scared and a lot bewildered, the cheerleader recruits a bumbling paranormal investigation team and a quirky medium, only to discover on her own that her house is haunted — by the ghost of a charming teenage punk rocker and his fun-loving spectral pals.

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Lin Shaye Enters The Black Room – In Theaters This April

Horror icon Lin Shaye will face the dark in The Black Room in theaters this April. Written and directed by Rolfe Kanefsky, the film centers on Paul and Jennifer Hemdale who have just moved into their dream house not knowing that their marriage is about to be tested as they slowly discover the secret behind the black room in their basement. Natasha Henstridge, Dominique Swain, Lukas Hassel, James Duval, and Aggie Duke co-star in this dark supernatural thriller, produced by Esther Goodstein and David Sky. Brian Perera serves as executive producer. The Black Room arrives in theaters on April 28, 2017, followed by its VOD release on May 9, 2017.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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The (Chlorinated) Water Runs Red in The First Trailer For POOL PARTY MASSACRE

Fans of water side lounging and vicious murder have something to look forward to in the upcoming Pool Party Massacre, where foam noodles and inner tubes offer little protection against Axe Blades and Hedge Clippers. From the Las Angeles based Floating Eye Films, Pool Party Massacre is a gore soaked throwback to 80s cheese, and all the blood, sex, and madness that comes with it. After all, who needs big budgets and complicated plots when you have sexy young people in swim wear and a shed full of power tools? Writer-Director Drew Marvick is sure getting in the spirt of things! Pool Party Massacre doesn’t have a release date beyond Summer 2017 yet, but that just gives you more time to arrange a pool party of your own. Hopefully with more margaritas and less disembowlement.

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Apr 8, 2017
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Director Joston Theney Talks Filmmaking And Awkward Serial Killers In An Interview

Today, I sat down to talk with Joston Theney. The Georgia native, who is an actor, writer, director, and producer already has several films and series under his belt, such as Bleed 4 Me, Axeman, Axeman 2: Overkill. He also worked as a writer and producer for the series Uncut and Let’s Do L.A. with Mr. Hollywood. Horror Fuel: “What made you want to get into the film industry?” JT: “You know, I’ve been a long time fan of film in general. Growing up, I was always a quiet kid. I was always kind of shy. Movies and television is what I always turned to. As I grew up I created my own little stories and stuff, short stories. I had a little comic book I started. I think all of that overtime naturally led to me picking up a camera.” Horror Fuel: “I have to ask, what was the name of the comic?” JT: “[laughter] I want to say

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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Batten Down The Hatches, SHARKNADO 5 Makes Landfall This Summer

Syfy’s Sharknado franchise has always brought in killer ratings for Syfy. For fans, the over the top special effects and the huge number of stars that make cameos in each film make the franchise a favorite. Fans will be excited to learn that Sharknado 5 will be coming our way this August, from returning director Anthony C. Ferrante, based on the script by Scotty Mullen. Ian Ziering and Tara Reid will reprise their roles as shark slaying masters Fin and April. With much of America lying in ruins, the rest of the world braces for a global sharknado, Fin and the rest of his family must travel around the world to stop them. Cassandra Scerbo, Masiela Lusha, Cody Linley, David Naughton, Russell Hodgkinson, Jena Sims, Daniel Eghan, Benny Bereal, Jag Patel, and Kate Garraway are just a few of the stars that will make an appearance. More names should be announced as the sequel approaches its premiere. Batten down the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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A First Look At DEVIL’S GATE Starring Milo Ventimiglia And Amanda Schull

Milo Ventimiglia (Heroes) stars alongside 12 Monkeys’ actress Amanda Schull in Devil’s Gate. Clay Staub, who was the second unit director for Dawn of the Dead, makes his genre debut with this suspense thriller, which he co-wrote with Peter Aperlo. Set in a small town, the film follows an FBI Agent (Schull) who has come to investigate the disappearance of the wife (Bridget Regan) and son of a local rancher. A local deputy, played by Shawn Ashmore, is forced to work with the agent whose presence makes the town’s sheriff (Jonathan Frakes) nervous. The Devil’s Gate will hold its world premiere later this month at the Tribeca Film Festival, Deadline reports. The trailer has not been released, but we do have a clip.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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Billie Lourd Joins American Horror Story

Everyday we grow closer to the premiere of season 7 of American Horror Story. While we don’t know the plot details for the upcoming series, co-creator Ryan Murphy has stated that the theme will have something to do with the past election and that the premiere is set on election night. We do have news today. Scream Queens‘ actress Billie Lourd, who plays Chanel #3 on the series, has joined the cast that already includes AHS veterans Sarah Paulson and Evan Peters, as well as series newcomer Billy Eichner. Filming is set to begin on this season in June. With season 8 and 9 already renewed, we will be enjoying American Horror Story’s twisted tales for years.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 7, 2017
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