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Interviews
Earlier today, I had the pleasure of speaking with writer-actor-director-musician Thomas Dekker. Dekker proved to be a well-spoken, kind, passionate, insightful man whose main driving force is simply to create, rather it be on film or stage. At 28, Dekker already has more experience in the film industry than many actors will see in a lifetime. His first role at only the age of four. In 1995 he played the role of David in ‘Village of the Damned’. His career has been non-stop since. In 2010’s reboot of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street,’ he played one of the main characters, Jesse. In the hit series ‘Heroes’ he co-starred as Zach. You should recognize Dekker as John Connor from ‘Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles’ or from his role on ‘The Secret Circle’. The list goes on. To say that he’s been a part of a lot of amazing films and series is an understatement. Now, he has turned his attention to
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Streaming TVTrailers
Last night at the ‘Outcast’ panel at NYCC creator Robert Kirkman unveiled the first trailer for the supernatural series’ second season. The series is based on Kirkman’s graphic novel by the same name. In season 2, Kyle will continue to seek out answers about himself, why those around him are being possessed and why the residents of his small town are being taken over. We will be introduced to several new characters as well as see the return of several key characters this season. Patrick Fugit will return as the main character, Kyle Barnes, a single father who has a unique gift, the ability to force entities from their possessed hosts. Philip Glenister (Reverand Anderson), Wrenn Schmidt (Megan Holter) and Reg E. Cathey (Chief Giles) will reprise their roles along with others. ‘Outcast’ has already added several new cast members for the new season. M.C. Gainey (Django Unchained) has signed on to play the role of Bob, a hermit who
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Trailers
Just in time for Halloween, Matt Staurtz’s (Tonight She Comes) found footage film RWD will arrive on VOD this month from Osiris Entertainment. Not only did Staurtz direct this unique film, he also co-wrote it along with Adam Hartley. Both men star in the film. Ricky Nicolas (Stuertz) and Chris Lipscomb (Hartley), two popular paranormal reality stars of the series ‘Ghost Goofs’. “In their final episode, they journey deep into the legendary Brut Woods in search of a malevolent and murderous spirit that has haunted the grounds for the past century. But when they arrive, the find something much worse…themselves.” ‘RWD’ will be available on most platforms, including iTunes and Amazon, on October 14th.
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News
Concluding the huge Walking Dead panel at this weekend’s New York Comic Con, AMC took a bold step and revealed a new sneak peek clip of the season 7 premiere, titled “Right Hand Man”. In the premiere we will finally find out who Negan beat to death. The new clip gives several major clues. Warning! Stop reading now if you want to avoid spoilers! First, we see Rick’s face splattered with blood, meaning that the victim was close. After Rick looks Negan in the eye and says, “I’m going to kill you.” Negan puts the bat in Rick’s face and asks, “What? I didn’t quite catch that you’re going to have to speak up.” Rick responds, “Not today. Not tomorrow. But I’m going to kill you.” That’s our Rick. At this point Negan grabs him and drags him towards the RV before the clip ends. One of the hardest parts of the clip is that when Rick is dragged away
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Trailers
Writer-director-producer John Fallon’s thriller ‘The Shelter’ will arrive in theaters and Digital HD this November. Today, we have a brand new trailer. The film stars Michael Paré (Abattoir, Village of the Damned, Eddie and the Cruisers I & II) in one of his most acclaimed performances in recent times. The story follows a broken homeless man who has chosen the wrong place to rest. Lauren Alexandra (Looper), Gayle James (Time Eva), Rachel Whittle (Shark Island), Amy Wickenheiser (The Outsider), and Brigette Rose co-star. Produced by Fallon and Donny Broussard, and executive produced by Bruise Productions and JoBlo Movie Productions, ‘The Shelter’ features special effects by Thomas Wilson, who also worked on films such as The Conjuring and Insidious. “On a star filled night, widower and homeless man Thomas Jacobs (Michael Paré) finds shelter for the night when he falls upon a vast two-story house with the lights on and an inviting open front door. He strolls on in thinking he
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From the Crypt
Recall Studios has unleashed a new virtual reality experience like you have never seen before. The film, titled ‘360 Degrees of Hell’, stars ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’s’ Amanda Wyss and Lauren Compton who starred in the VR experience ‘Help!’. ‘360 Degrees of Hell’ was directed by B. Harrison Smith, the man behind the upcoming highly anticipated film ‘Death House‘. He also has written and directed several other great films including ‘Camp Dread’, ‘The Fields’ and ‘Zombie Killers: Elephant’s Graveyard’. ‘360’ follows the events of Smith’s 2012 supernatural thriller ‘6 Degrees of Hell’, starring Cory Feldman. Shot inside the Hotel of Horror in Saylorsburg, PA, one of the world’s most terrifying haunts, the VR experience features real-life haunters from the nationally ranked and renowned attraction. The immersive 360 sequel to ‘6 Degrees of Hell’ is available FOR FREE by downloading the Recall VR app from either the Apple or Google Play stores. I recommend that you watch it in a
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HalloweenTrailers
October is the ultimate month for horror films and all things spooky. There are tones of movie marathons on this month along with “31 Days of Halloween” celebrations. There are also several great horror films that will see release this month. And here they are… Click the highlighted title to find out more and to watch the trailer. October 7th The Greasy Strangler This horror-comedy follows a father and son who compete for the love of the same woman while a serial killer is roaming the streets. Phantasm: Remastered The 1979 classic from Don Coscaelli has been remastered. Phantasm: Ravager ‘Ravager’, the fifth installment of the franchise has already gotten positive reviews. Under the Shadow Set in 1988, this Iranian film follows a mother and daughter followed by a djinn during the Iran-Iraq war. October 11 Shin Godzilla ‘Shin Godzilla’ is the 31st film in the ‘Godzilla’ franchise. From Toho comes a re-imaging of the tale set in modern day
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Trailers
A24’s ‘The Monster’, originally titled ‘There Are Monsters‘, is now available exclusively on Direct TV to be followed by its theatrical and VOD release on November 11th. The film, directed by Bryan Bertino, writer, director and producer of Netflix’s hit original series ‘Stranger Things’, has just unveiled its first trailer. ‘The Monster’ follows a mother and daughter trapped by a ruthless creature. Zoe Kazan (Fracture), Scott Speedman (Underworld), Ella Ballentine (The Captive) and Aaron Douglas (Battlestar Galactica) star in this thrilling film. . “Acclaimed horror filmmaker Bryan Bertino (THE STRANGERS) directs this suspenseful and scary new film, in which a divorced mother (Zoe Kazan) and her headstrong daughter must make an emergency late night road trip to see the girl’s father. As they drive through deserted country roads on a stormy night, they suddenly have a startling collision that leaves them shaken but not seriously hurt. Their car, however, is dead, and as they try in vain to get help,
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Streaming TV
One of the series I look forward to the most every week is Starz’s ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ and I know I’m not alone. I have to say, it is one of the best series on television. Few people in this world have the charisma that Bruce Campbell, the star of the series, has. Luckily, we are going to be seeing a lot more of ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’, Bruce Campbell and the fantastic cast. Starz has just renewed the series for season 3 and that’s very “groovy”. The horror-comedy series follows Ash Williams (Campbell), his side-kicks Pablo (Ray Santiago) and Kelly (Dana DeLorenzo) as they go head-to-head against deadites, demons and Ash’s arch-rival Ruby (Lucy Lawless). This season Ted Raimi, Lee Majors and Michelle Hurd joined the cast as Ash’s childhood friend, Ash’s father and his high school sweetheart. Now, Ash, Pablo and Kelly have left Jacksonville to return to Ash’s home town where Ruby has gotten herself in
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Streaming TV
IFC;s upcoming horror-comedy series ‘Stan Against Evil’ has just unleashed a trailer that takes a look at their main character Stan, played by ‘Scrubs’ actor John C. McGinley, in action against 172 demons. McGinely, who is a fantastic actor with a talent for playing the role of a lovable jerk, stars as Stan, the local Sheriff and demon slayer. The series co-stars Janet Varney, Deborah Baker Jr., Nate Mooney, Mick Ignis, Danielle Phelan and Gregory Nassif St. John. The new series was created by ‘The Simpsons’ scribe Dana Gould. “‘Stan Against Evil’ follows Stanley Miller (McGinley), a sour, aging bulldog of a New England police sheriff who has recently lost his position as head honcho due to an angry outburst at a most inappropriate moment — his wife’s funeral. Impatient and judgmental, he’s not exactly accepting or kind towards people from different walks of life. When the new, strong-willed sheriff Evie Barret (Varney) opens his eyes to the plague of
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More from Kelli Marchman McNeely
Interviews
Earlier today, I had the pleasure of speaking with writer-actor-director-musician Thomas Dekker. Dekker proved to be a well-spoken, kind, passionate, insightful man whose main driving force is simply to create, rather it be on film or stage. At 28, Dekker already has more experience in the film industry than many actors will see in a lifetime. His first role at only the age of four. In 1995 he played the role of David in ‘Village of the Damned’. His career has been non-stop since. In 2010’s reboot of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street,’ he played one of the main characters, Jesse. In the hit series ‘Heroes’ he co-starred as Zach. You should recognize Dekker as John Connor from ‘Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles’ or from his role on ‘The Secret Circle’. The list goes on. To say that he’s been a part of a lot of amazing films and series is an understatement. Now, he has turned his attention to
Continue reading →
Streaming TVTrailers
Last night at the ‘Outcast’ panel at NYCC creator Robert Kirkman unveiled the first trailer for the supernatural series’ second season. The series is based on Kirkman’s graphic novel by the same name. In season 2, Kyle will continue to seek out answers about himself, why those around him are being possessed and why the residents of his small town are being taken over. We will be introduced to several new characters as well as see the return of several key characters this season. Patrick Fugit will return as the main character, Kyle Barnes, a single father who has a unique gift, the ability to force entities from their possessed hosts. Philip Glenister (Reverand Anderson), Wrenn Schmidt (Megan Holter) and Reg E. Cathey (Chief Giles) will reprise their roles along with others. ‘Outcast’ has already added several new cast members for the new season. M.C. Gainey (Django Unchained) has signed on to play the role of Bob, a hermit who
Continue reading →
Trailers
Just in time for Halloween, Matt Staurtz’s (Tonight She Comes) found footage film RWD will arrive on VOD this month from Osiris Entertainment. Not only did Staurtz direct this unique film, he also co-wrote it along with Adam Hartley. Both men star in the film. Ricky Nicolas (Stuertz) and Chris Lipscomb (Hartley), two popular paranormal reality stars of the series ‘Ghost Goofs’. “In their final episode, they journey deep into the legendary Brut Woods in search of a malevolent and murderous spirit that has haunted the grounds for the past century. But when they arrive, the find something much worse…themselves.” ‘RWD’ will be available on most platforms, including iTunes and Amazon, on October 14th.
Continue reading →
News
Concluding the huge Walking Dead panel at this weekend’s New York Comic Con, AMC took a bold step and revealed a new sneak peek clip of the season 7 premiere, titled “Right Hand Man”. In the premiere we will finally find out who Negan beat to death. The new clip gives several major clues. Warning! Stop reading now if you want to avoid spoilers! First, we see Rick’s face splattered with blood, meaning that the victim was close. After Rick looks Negan in the eye and says, “I’m going to kill you.” Negan puts the bat in Rick’s face and asks, “What? I didn’t quite catch that you’re going to have to speak up.” Rick responds, “Not today. Not tomorrow. But I’m going to kill you.” That’s our Rick. At this point Negan grabs him and drags him towards the RV before the clip ends. One of the hardest parts of the clip is that when Rick is dragged away
Continue reading →
Trailers
Writer-director-producer John Fallon’s thriller ‘The Shelter’ will arrive in theaters and Digital HD this November. Today, we have a brand new trailer. The film stars Michael Paré (Abattoir, Village of the Damned, Eddie and the Cruisers I & II) in one of his most acclaimed performances in recent times. The story follows a broken homeless man who has chosen the wrong place to rest. Lauren Alexandra (Looper), Gayle James (Time Eva), Rachel Whittle (Shark Island), Amy Wickenheiser (The Outsider), and Brigette Rose co-star. Produced by Fallon and Donny Broussard, and executive produced by Bruise Productions and JoBlo Movie Productions, ‘The Shelter’ features special effects by Thomas Wilson, who also worked on films such as The Conjuring and Insidious. “On a star filled night, widower and homeless man Thomas Jacobs (Michael Paré) finds shelter for the night when he falls upon a vast two-story house with the lights on and an inviting open front door. He strolls on in thinking he
Continue reading →
From the Crypt
Recall Studios has unleashed a new virtual reality experience like you have never seen before. The film, titled ‘360 Degrees of Hell’, stars ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’s’ Amanda Wyss and Lauren Compton who starred in the VR experience ‘Help!’. ‘360 Degrees of Hell’ was directed by B. Harrison Smith, the man behind the upcoming highly anticipated film ‘Death House‘. He also has written and directed several other great films including ‘Camp Dread’, ‘The Fields’ and ‘Zombie Killers: Elephant’s Graveyard’. ‘360’ follows the events of Smith’s 2012 supernatural thriller ‘6 Degrees of Hell’, starring Cory Feldman. Shot inside the Hotel of Horror in Saylorsburg, PA, one of the world’s most terrifying haunts, the VR experience features real-life haunters from the nationally ranked and renowned attraction. The immersive 360 sequel to ‘6 Degrees of Hell’ is available FOR FREE by downloading the Recall VR app from either the Apple or Google Play stores. I recommend that you watch it in a
Continue reading →
HalloweenTrailers
October is the ultimate month for horror films and all things spooky. There are tones of movie marathons on this month along with “31 Days of Halloween” celebrations. There are also several great horror films that will see release this month. And here they are… Click the highlighted title to find out more and to watch the trailer. October 7th The Greasy Strangler This horror-comedy follows a father and son who compete for the love of the same woman while a serial killer is roaming the streets. Phantasm: Remastered The 1979 classic from Don Coscaelli has been remastered. Phantasm: Ravager ‘Ravager’, the fifth installment of the franchise has already gotten positive reviews. Under the Shadow Set in 1988, this Iranian film follows a mother and daughter followed by a djinn during the Iran-Iraq war. October 11 Shin Godzilla ‘Shin Godzilla’ is the 31st film in the ‘Godzilla’ franchise. From Toho comes a re-imaging of the tale set in modern day
Continue reading →
Trailers
A24’s ‘The Monster’, originally titled ‘There Are Monsters‘, is now available exclusively on Direct TV to be followed by its theatrical and VOD release on November 11th. The film, directed by Bryan Bertino, writer, director and producer of Netflix’s hit original series ‘Stranger Things’, has just unveiled its first trailer. ‘The Monster’ follows a mother and daughter trapped by a ruthless creature. Zoe Kazan (Fracture), Scott Speedman (Underworld), Ella Ballentine (The Captive) and Aaron Douglas (Battlestar Galactica) star in this thrilling film. . “Acclaimed horror filmmaker Bryan Bertino (THE STRANGERS) directs this suspenseful and scary new film, in which a divorced mother (Zoe Kazan) and her headstrong daughter must make an emergency late night road trip to see the girl’s father. As they drive through deserted country roads on a stormy night, they suddenly have a startling collision that leaves them shaken but not seriously hurt. Their car, however, is dead, and as they try in vain to get help,
Continue reading →
Streaming TV
One of the series I look forward to the most every week is Starz’s ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’ and I know I’m not alone. I have to say, it is one of the best series on television. Few people in this world have the charisma that Bruce Campbell, the star of the series, has. Luckily, we are going to be seeing a lot more of ‘Ash vs Evil Dead’, Bruce Campbell and the fantastic cast. Starz has just renewed the series for season 3 and that’s very “groovy”. The horror-comedy series follows Ash Williams (Campbell), his side-kicks Pablo (Ray Santiago) and Kelly (Dana DeLorenzo) as they go head-to-head against deadites, demons and Ash’s arch-rival Ruby (Lucy Lawless). This season Ted Raimi, Lee Majors and Michelle Hurd joined the cast as Ash’s childhood friend, Ash’s father and his high school sweetheart. Now, Ash, Pablo and Kelly have left Jacksonville to return to Ash’s home town where Ruby has gotten herself in
Continue reading →
Streaming TV
IFC;s upcoming horror-comedy series ‘Stan Against Evil’ has just unleashed a trailer that takes a look at their main character Stan, played by ‘Scrubs’ actor John C. McGinley, in action against 172 demons. McGinely, who is a fantastic actor with a talent for playing the role of a lovable jerk, stars as Stan, the local Sheriff and demon slayer. The series co-stars Janet Varney, Deborah Baker Jr., Nate Mooney, Mick Ignis, Danielle Phelan and Gregory Nassif St. John. The new series was created by ‘The Simpsons’ scribe Dana Gould. “‘Stan Against Evil’ follows Stanley Miller (McGinley), a sour, aging bulldog of a New England police sheriff who has recently lost his position as head honcho due to an angry outburst at a most inappropriate moment — his wife’s funeral. Impatient and judgmental, he’s not exactly accepting or kind towards people from different walks of life. When the new, strong-willed sheriff Evie Barret (Varney) opens his eyes to the plague of
Continue reading →
