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One movie you should add to your watch list is the horror/thriller Beast of War. It throws us into the chaos of World War II. The film follows a warship carrying Australian soldiers as they train for their mission. But a sudden, brutal attack by Japanese fighter planes leaves the ship sinking and a handful of survivors stranded on a makeshift raft, floating in a sea of steel, fire, and blood. Their battle with the enemy is just beginning, but a far deadlier one is about to start. Drawn by the smell of blood in the water, an enormous great white shark begins to hunt them, turning their desperate attempt at survival into a terrifying game of cat and mouse. I jumped at the chance to talk with Beast of War‘s writer-director Kiah Roache-Turner, the same director behind the movies Sting and Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead, which I saw when they were released. Turner’s enthusiasm for the film is
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Have you ever been watching a movie and seen a young actor you know is going places? That was how I felt while watching the indie horror film New Fear’s Eve. The moment Lily-Claire Harvey stepped on screen, she caught my attention. Well, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Harvey to discuss the slasher, and I have to say, I walked away even more impressed. If you haven’t seen New Fears Eve, you need to put it at the top of your must-see list. I went into it expecting just another slasher; however, I have to say, I truly enjoyed it. What I didn’t expect was for it to be funny as hell. While a killer dressed as a plague doctor goes on one hell of a killing spree, we meet three employees/friends who go to a company party, where things turn very bloody. The film comes from the dynamic filmmaking duo of PJ Starks and Eric Huskisson.
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“The Institute,” based on Stephen King’s novel, has been officially renewed for its second season by MGM+. Getting renewed was one of the topics discussed during my interview with the cast. “The Institute” follows the story of teen genius Luke Ellis (played by Joe Freeman). A young man who is kidnapped. He wakes up in a mysterious facility called The Institute. It’s a place filled with children who all arrived the same way he did. And they all possess unusual abilities that the Institute uses for nefarious purposes. Meanwhile, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson (played by Ben Barnes) has come looking to start a new life. However, peace won’t last for long. His story and Luke’s are destined to collide following a terrifying series of events. I recently sat down with three of the series’ stars: Joe Freeman (Luke), Simone Miller (Kalisha), and Fionn Laird (Nicky). Watch as the cast discusses the series, their characters, and what they hope
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If you’re like me, you go big for Halloween, and I literally mean big. Every year, I buy a ton of decorations, including big inflatables. You see, my town closes down for Halloween and turns into one big party for local kids. Hundreds turn up dressed in costumes, play games, and Trick ‘r Treat. And I don’t want to let them down. Every year, I get a new inflatable to match our theme. This year’s theme is Ghostbusters. And what would it be without a huge Stay Puft Marshmallow Man? He is iconic. I’ve bought inflatables from HalloweenCostumes.com for several years now, so I did again. While the site offers multiple inflatable sizes, I got the 33-foot-tall one. And let me tell you, it’s huge! I also picked up a couple of Ghostbusters uniforms while I was at it. The inflatable is made well. The fabric is tough. The motor is super quiet for what it takes to keep Stay
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One of my favorite horror comedies of all time is Eli Craig’s horror comedy Tucker and Dale vs. Evil. It has been since its release in 2010. Offering a mix of horror and a whole lot of humor, it’s one of those rare movies that couldn’t be more perfect. So, of course, when I got the opportunity to interview Craig about his new movie, Clown in a Cornfield, I jumped at the chance. First, let’s talk about Tucker and Dale vs. Evil. It follows two friends on vacation at their new mountain cabin, Tucker (Alan Tudyk) and Dale (Tyler Labine). When a group of preppy college kids mistakes them for murderers, mayhem follows. Whether you want to relive its dark humor or watch it for the first time, you can find it streaming on Fandango, Hoopla, and Prime Video. Craig’s new movie, Clown in the Cornfield, sees Quinn and her father seeking a fresh start. They have moved to the
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One of the best series on TV is Peacock’s adaptation of the Twisted Metal game. The high-octane action of “Twisted Metal is continuing to deliver pure, brutal mayhem and dark humor in its second season. New episodes drop every week, with jaw-dropping twists, surprising alliances, and a whole lot of car-crushing carnage as drivers compete to win the race and claim the prize: a wish. Anthony Mackie returns as John Doe, and Stephanie Beatriz as the formidable Quiet. Will Arnett is back to voice Sweet Tooth, whose physical presence is brought to life by Joe Seanoa. One of the recently introduced characters in season two, Axel, is played by Michael James Shaw. You will recognize Shaw from his role as Corvus Glaive in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. He also had a recurring role on “The Walking Dead” as Michael Mercer. Axel stands out against the other drivers in “Twisted Metal.” Axel is literally the axle of his vehicle.
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Lionsgate has just unleashed the chilling, highly anticipated horror-thriller Never Let Go on digital. Starring Academy Award-winner Halle Berry (Monster’s Ball) and directed by Alexandre Aja (The Hills Have Eyes), this film arrives just in time for Halloween. To celebrate, we have new featurettes and deleted scenes to give you a taste of the horrors that await you. From the visionary minds behind “Stranger Things” comes a tale of survival and the lengths a mother will go to protect her children. As an ominous evil creeps into the world outside their home, a mother and her sons find their only sanctuary within their walls. Bound together by fear and a desperate need for connection, they tether themselves with ropes, vowing to “never let go.” When one of the boys begins to question the reality of the danger, the fragile bonds of family are tested. As the evil grows closer, the group must confront the terrifying threat outside and the growing
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After years of rumors, hopes, and dreams, the sequel to Beetlejuice has finally materialized. In fact, it is now available on digital and VOD! At first, I was hesitant to watch it. Let’s be honest: few sequels rarely live up to the original film. With movies that are such epic classics, like Beetlejuice, the chances are slim to none. I finally couldn’t stand it anymore, so I broke down and watched Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. This is my review. In Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Lydia Deetz is reluctantly reunited with the demonic trickster Beetlejuice in this highly anticipated sequel. Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, is kidnapped by unknown otherworldly forces. The Deetz family, grappling with an unexpected tragedy, returns to their ancestral home in Winter River. A place where a mysterious model of the town holds the key to a portal between the living and the dead. With trouble brewing in both worlds, it’s up to Beetlejuice to save the day – or at least cause
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No Halloween would be complete without Michael Dougherty‘s classic Trick ‘r Treat. The 2007 horror anthology is back this spooky season with a new 4K Ultra HD Limited Edition release. But that’s not all; there’s also a killer Limited Edition Arrow Store Exclusive version, which also comes with an original poster. The movie follows a series of interconnected stories, each with its own terrifying twist, from a high school principal leading a double life as a ruthless serial killer to a young girl searching for love who encounters something infinitely more macabre. The film also follows a group of teenagers playing a prank with disastrous consequences and an old man confronted by Sam, a mischievous trick-or-treater with a terrifying secret. This fun flick has an impressive cast that includes Anna Paquin, Brian Cox, Dylan Baker, Lauren Lee Smith, and Quinn Lord as Sam, the spirit of Halloween. Not only is Trick ‘r Treat getting an upgrade, but the 4K Ultra
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It is Halloween season, and as a special treat, MGM+ is giving fans a sneak peek at episode four of season three of the hit horror series “FROM” with a new clip. In the clip, Victor (Scott McCord) and Sara (Avery Konrad) share a moment as he collects blankets. Victor hopes to reconstruct something that will jog his memory about something important he’s forgotten. “FROM” unravels the mystery of a nightmarish town that traps all those who enter. Unwilling residents are left to face the threats of the surrounding forest—including the creatures that come out when the sun goes down. In the wake of Season Two’s epic cliffhanger, escape becomes a possibility. The town’s true nature comes into focus, and the townspeople go on offense against the horrors surrounding them. Things are getting more terrifying for the people trapped in the mysterious town in season three. More lives have been lost, food is running out, and winter is coming. Their
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One movie you should add to your watch list is the horror/thriller Beast of War. It throws us into the chaos of World War II. The film follows a warship carrying Australian soldiers as they train for their mission. But a sudden, brutal attack by Japanese fighter planes leaves the ship sinking and a handful of survivors stranded on a makeshift raft, floating in a sea of steel, fire, and blood. Their battle with the enemy is just beginning, but a far deadlier one is about to start. Drawn by the smell of blood in the water, an enormous great white shark begins to hunt them, turning their desperate attempt at survival into a terrifying game of cat and mouse. I jumped at the chance to talk with Beast of War‘s writer-director Kiah Roache-Turner, the same director behind the movies Sting and Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead, which I saw when they were released. Turner’s enthusiasm for the film is
Continue reading →
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Have you ever been watching a movie and seen a young actor you know is going places? That was how I felt while watching the indie horror film New Fear’s Eve. The moment Lily-Claire Harvey stepped on screen, she caught my attention. Well, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Harvey to discuss the slasher, and I have to say, I walked away even more impressed. If you haven’t seen New Fears Eve, you need to put it at the top of your must-see list. I went into it expecting just another slasher; however, I have to say, I truly enjoyed it. What I didn’t expect was for it to be funny as hell. While a killer dressed as a plague doctor goes on one hell of a killing spree, we meet three employees/friends who go to a company party, where things turn very bloody. The film comes from the dynamic filmmaking duo of PJ Starks and Eric Huskisson.
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksInterviewsMGM+NewsStreaming TV
“The Institute,” based on Stephen King’s novel, has been officially renewed for its second season by MGM+. Getting renewed was one of the topics discussed during my interview with the cast. “The Institute” follows the story of teen genius Luke Ellis (played by Joe Freeman). A young man who is kidnapped. He wakes up in a mysterious facility called The Institute. It’s a place filled with children who all arrived the same way he did. And they all possess unusual abilities that the Institute uses for nefarious purposes. Meanwhile, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson (played by Ben Barnes) has come looking to start a new life. However, peace won’t last for long. His story and Luke’s are destined to collide following a terrifying series of events. I recently sat down with three of the series’ stars: Joe Freeman (Luke), Simone Miller (Kalisha), and Fionn Laird (Nicky). Watch as the cast discusses the series, their characters, and what they hope
Continue reading →
HalloweenProduct
If you’re like me, you go big for Halloween, and I literally mean big. Every year, I buy a ton of decorations, including big inflatables. You see, my town closes down for Halloween and turns into one big party for local kids. Hundreds turn up dressed in costumes, play games, and Trick ‘r Treat. And I don’t want to let them down. Every year, I get a new inflatable to match our theme. This year’s theme is Ghostbusters. And what would it be without a huge Stay Puft Marshmallow Man? He is iconic. I’ve bought inflatables from HalloweenCostumes.com for several years now, so I did again. While the site offers multiple inflatable sizes, I got the 33-foot-tall one. And let me tell you, it’s huge! I also picked up a couple of Ghostbusters uniforms while I was at it. The inflatable is made well. The fabric is tough. The motor is super quiet for what it takes to keep Stay
Continue reading →
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One of my favorite horror comedies of all time is Eli Craig’s horror comedy Tucker and Dale vs. Evil. It has been since its release in 2010. Offering a mix of horror and a whole lot of humor, it’s one of those rare movies that couldn’t be more perfect. So, of course, when I got the opportunity to interview Craig about his new movie, Clown in a Cornfield, I jumped at the chance. First, let’s talk about Tucker and Dale vs. Evil. It follows two friends on vacation at their new mountain cabin, Tucker (Alan Tudyk) and Dale (Tyler Labine). When a group of preppy college kids mistakes them for murderers, mayhem follows. Whether you want to relive its dark humor or watch it for the first time, you can find it streaming on Fandango, Hoopla, and Prime Video. Craig’s new movie, Clown in the Cornfield, sees Quinn and her father seeking a fresh start. They have moved to the
Continue reading →
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One of the best series on TV is Peacock’s adaptation of the Twisted Metal game. The high-octane action of “Twisted Metal is continuing to deliver pure, brutal mayhem and dark humor in its second season. New episodes drop every week, with jaw-dropping twists, surprising alliances, and a whole lot of car-crushing carnage as drivers compete to win the race and claim the prize: a wish. Anthony Mackie returns as John Doe, and Stephanie Beatriz as the formidable Quiet. Will Arnett is back to voice Sweet Tooth, whose physical presence is brought to life by Joe Seanoa. One of the recently introduced characters in season two, Axel, is played by Michael James Shaw. You will recognize Shaw from his role as Corvus Glaive in Avengers: Infinity War and Avengers: Endgame. He also had a recurring role on “The Walking Dead” as Michael Mercer. Axel stands out against the other drivers in “Twisted Metal.” Axel is literally the axle of his vehicle.
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Lionsgate has just unleashed the chilling, highly anticipated horror-thriller Never Let Go on digital. Starring Academy Award-winner Halle Berry (Monster’s Ball) and directed by Alexandre Aja (The Hills Have Eyes), this film arrives just in time for Halloween. To celebrate, we have new featurettes and deleted scenes to give you a taste of the horrors that await you. From the visionary minds behind “Stranger Things” comes a tale of survival and the lengths a mother will go to protect her children. As an ominous evil creeps into the world outside their home, a mother and her sons find their only sanctuary within their walls. Bound together by fear and a desperate need for connection, they tether themselves with ropes, vowing to “never let go.” When one of the boys begins to question the reality of the danger, the fragile bonds of family are tested. As the evil grows closer, the group must confront the terrifying threat outside and the growing
Continue reading →
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After years of rumors, hopes, and dreams, the sequel to Beetlejuice has finally materialized. In fact, it is now available on digital and VOD! At first, I was hesitant to watch it. Let’s be honest: few sequels rarely live up to the original film. With movies that are such epic classics, like Beetlejuice, the chances are slim to none. I finally couldn’t stand it anymore, so I broke down and watched Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. This is my review. In Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, Lydia Deetz is reluctantly reunited with the demonic trickster Beetlejuice in this highly anticipated sequel. Lydia’s daughter, Astrid, is kidnapped by unknown otherworldly forces. The Deetz family, grappling with an unexpected tragedy, returns to their ancestral home in Winter River. A place where a mysterious model of the town holds the key to a portal between the living and the dead. With trouble brewing in both worlds, it’s up to Beetlejuice to save the day – or at least cause
Continue reading →
HalloweenMoviesNewsProductTrailers
No Halloween would be complete without Michael Dougherty‘s classic Trick ‘r Treat. The 2007 horror anthology is back this spooky season with a new 4K Ultra HD Limited Edition release. But that’s not all; there’s also a killer Limited Edition Arrow Store Exclusive version, which also comes with an original poster. The movie follows a series of interconnected stories, each with its own terrifying twist, from a high school principal leading a double life as a ruthless serial killer to a young girl searching for love who encounters something infinitely more macabre. The film also follows a group of teenagers playing a prank with disastrous consequences and an old man confronted by Sam, a mischievous trick-or-treater with a terrifying secret. This fun flick has an impressive cast that includes Anna Paquin, Brian Cox, Dylan Baker, Lauren Lee Smith, and Quinn Lord as Sam, the spirit of Halloween. Not only is Trick ‘r Treat getting an upgrade, but the 4K Ultra
Continue reading →
MGM+NewsStreaming TVTrailers
It is Halloween season, and as a special treat, MGM+ is giving fans a sneak peek at episode four of season three of the hit horror series “FROM” with a new clip. In the clip, Victor (Scott McCord) and Sara (Avery Konrad) share a moment as he collects blankets. Victor hopes to reconstruct something that will jog his memory about something important he’s forgotten. “FROM” unravels the mystery of a nightmarish town that traps all those who enter. Unwilling residents are left to face the threats of the surrounding forest—including the creatures that come out when the sun goes down. In the wake of Season Two’s epic cliffhanger, escape becomes a possibility. The town’s true nature comes into focus, and the townspeople go on offense against the horrors surrounding them. Things are getting more terrifying for the people trapped in the mysterious town in season three. More lives have been lost, food is running out, and winter is coming. Their
Continue reading →
