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Indie Slasher 'The Summer We Died' Premiering at Skate or Die

Indie Slasher ‘The Summer We Died’ Premiering at Skate or Die

Get ready for a terrifying trip back to the 1980s. Director Dillon Brown‘s latest indie horror film, The Summer We Died, is set to make its world premiere at the Skate or Die Film Fest this October. Combining the nostalgic charm of “Saved by the Bell” with the blood-curdling tension of classic slasher films, The Summer We Died offers a fright-filled experience. In a town gripped by fear after a series of brutal murders, a strict curfew is imposed. This threatens to extinguish the last sparks of summer for a group of rebellious teens. Defying the curfew, they embark on a dangerous adventure, only to find themselves caught in a deadly game with the “Moonlight Killer.” The cast includes Hannah Welty, Mandy Morgan, Grace Winters, and Michael Rock. Zoogie Austin, John Potash, Brian Lee, Annie Lain, and Hector “Nomar” Mendoza round out the cast. Director Dillon Brown, known for his Bigfoot found footage franchise, Tahoe Joe, brings a fresh perspective

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 3, 2024
James McAvoy Based His 'Speak No Evil' Character on Andrew Tate

James McAvoy Based His ‘Speak No Evil’ Character on Andrew Tate

Ahead of the September release of the English remake of Speak No Evil, star James McAvoy has revealed an interesting fact. The controversial podcaster and fighter Andrew Tate inspired his performance as the film’s psycho villain, Paddy. “The thing I thought I could exploit in the character was, he thinks he’s a bit of a f— West Country Andrew Tate,” he explained to Empire . “He’s like, ‘I’m going to teach you what it’s like to be a man again.’ But there’s a sort of polite face on it that isn’t quite Andrew Tate, enough of a sheen of, ‘I’m not one of those guys,’” added McAvoy. “[Paddy’s] challenging you, ‘Do you have a big enough d*** to have a drink with me?’, Or, ‘I’m sorry, this is too much for you because you’re not real enough.’” So, who is Andrew Tate? Tate first came to the public’s attention as a kickboxer and businessman. Tate is known for his extreme

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 3, 2024
Writer Director Andy Fickman Talks Fear and Films in Our Interview

Writer Director Andy Fickman Talks Fear and Films in Our Interview

From writer-director-producer, Andy Fickman, a Jack of all trades, comes the new horror film Don’t Turn Out the Lights. In it, a group of friends reunite for a birthday celebration that takes a terrifying turn. In the movie, a carefree reunion of friends becomes a terrifying ordeal. The group reunites for a weekend of music and memories, hitting the road in an RV. But soon, darkness descends. The friends are lost and desperate and face a sinister force. Who is in this movie? That would be Bella DeLong, Amber Janea, Ana Luz Zambrana, and John Bucy star. Crystal Lake Evans, Jarrett Austin Brown, and Daryl Tofa round out the cast. . . I had the pleasure of talking with Andy Fickman, who produced one of my favorite creature features, Anaconda. We talked about Don’t Turn Out the Lights and more. We discussed the story, the origins of fear, and how everyone has unique views of the mysteries surrounding us. He

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2024
From the Director of WolfCop Comes the Survival Horror 'Die Alone'

A Fight for Survival: From the Director of WolfCop Comes ‘Die Alone’

From Lowell Dean, the director of the werewolf horror-comedy franchise WolfCop, comes the new chilling tale of terror, the survival horror-thriller Die Alone, set to arrive this October. In the film, a young man, Ethan (Douglas Smith), finds himself desperate and lost. A terrible illness has ravaged the post-apocalyptic world. Nature has reclaimed the world that is stalked by disfigured creatures. Alone and lost, Ethan befriends a survivalist and his girlfriend. Ethan is fighting to survive while on a mission to find his partner and recover his memories. However, that is not an easy task while living in a world where both humans and monsters are out to kill you. The film features an exciting cast, including Frank Grillo, actor of The Purge franchise, and Carrie-Anne Moss of The Matrix franchise. Kimberly-Sue Murray (Shadowhunters) stars alongside Douglas Smith (Big Little Lies), Steven Roy, and Jonathan Cherry. Lowell Dean wrote and directed Die Alone, produced by Berr Meyerowitz, Jeff Sackman, and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2024
Vin Diesel Shares the First Behind-the-Scenes Image from 'Riddick: Furya'

Vin Diesel Shares the First Behind-the-Scenes Image from ‘Riddick: Furya’

We thought we had seen the last of Vin Diesel in the Riddick franchise. After all, it’s been over a decade since news of the sequel first surfaced. But we were wrong. Diesel is back for the action-packed sequel, Riddick: Furya, the franchise’s fourth film starring the actor. Vin Diesel has confirmed that production is underway on Riddick: Furya, the fourth installment in The Chronicles of Riddick franchise. The actor recently shared a behind-the-scenes photo from the set on Instagram that gives us a first glimpse at the returning character. David Twohy wrote and is directing Riddick: Furya. The film sees Riddick return to his homeworld for the first time in decades. Upon his return, he encounters survivors struggling against a terrifying alien threat. He discovers they have more in common than he could have believed. While casting details and the release date for the sequel have not been announced yet, fans can look forward to diving back into the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2024
From the Director of Rings Comes the Chilling Folk Horror 'The Wait'

From the Director of Rings Comes the Chilling Folk Horror ‘The Wait’

Following an impressive festival run, including a nomination for Best Pictures at Sitges, Spanish director F. Javier Gutierrez’s chilling film The Wait (aka La Espera) has unveiled its first trailer. This folk horror thriller features a stellar cast, including Victor Clavijo (Before the Fall), Ruth Diaz, Manuel Moron, and Pedro Casablanca (Strange Way of Life). The Wait follows Eladio (Clavijo), a groundskeeper on a powerful landowner’s estate in the Andalusian countryside. A fateful decision involving a bribe from a hunter unravels Eladio’s life, plunging him into a spiral of guilt, hatred, and a thirst for revenge. The film is from Gutierrez’s Unfiled Films, Nostromo Pictures (“Penny Dreadful”), and Spal Films (Before the Fall). Following its premiere at Fantastic Fest, it garnered accolades at festivals worldwide, including Sitges, Shanghai, Vancouver, and Oldenburg. It won over critics, with HorrorFuel’s Joseph Perry calling it “gripping” and “directed superbly” in his festival review. Critics have lauded the film’s intensity. The Wait has been described

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 1, 2024
Indie Neo-Noir Horror Thriller 'Psychosis' Is Streaming Now

Neo-Noir Indie Horror Thriller ‘Psychosis’ is Out Today

Prepare to witness Psychosis, a new independent horror film that offers a chilling tale of psychological terror and a surreal conspiracy that will leave you questioning reality. In the film, Cliff Van Aarle, a criminal fixer with a unique psychological condition, finds himself drawn into a terrifying mystery when hired by two amateur drug dealers claiming to have been attacked by “zombies.” As Van Aarle delves deeper into the case, he’s confronted with a cacophony of hallucinatory voices and a haunting path of death and psychological torture. The plot thickens with the arrival of a delusional vigilante, LoneWolf, and the revelation of a mastermind who may be more monstrous than human. The conspiracy unravels, revealing a web of mind control, psychedelic drugs, and a criminal underworld terrified of the enigmatic drug loA wider release is sate rd “Joubini,” who uses hypnosis with deadly effect. With his unique psychological abilities, Van Aarle may be the only one capable of bringing down

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 1, 2024
Trailer Surfaces for Steamboat Willie Horror Movie 'Screamboat'

Trailer Surfaces for Steamboat Willie Horror Movie ‘Screamboat’

In 1928, Mickey Mouse was introduced to the world under the name Steamboat Willie. Steamboat Willie entered the public domain earlier this year. Of course, it was just a matter of time before it became a horror movie. From the team behind Terrifier and The Mean One and director Steven LaMorte comes Screamboat, which turns the creature into a murder-hungry nightmare. David Howard Thorton, known for his role as “Art the Clown” from the Terrifier franchise, will play the new twisted Steamboat Willie. Thorton also stars in Terrifier 3, the trailer of which has just arrived. In the movie, “A mischievous mouse stalks a group of New Yorkers on a late-night ferry ride. It unleashes murderous mayhem on a relaxing commute. Can the ship’s motley crew of travelers find a way to stop a killer creature who has developed a taste for tourists?” Indie Wire quotes the director as saying this about the upcoming 100% practical effects movie: “Screamboat will

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2024
Stream A Quiet Place: Day One Now!

Stream A Quiet Place: Day One Now!

A Quiet Place: Day One, the highly anticipated and well-received prequel of the popular movie franchise, now featuring three films, explores the events leading up to the day the world fell silent when aliens who hunt by sound arrived on Earth. You can watch it at home beginning today. So, pop some popcorn, settle in, and prepare for an action-packed film. Directed by Michael Sarnoski (Pig), the film stars Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn. Following a successful theatrical release in late June, the movie grossed over $261 million worldwide at the box office. The film follows Samira (Nyong’o) returning home to New York City. Her seemingly ordinary trip takes a terrifying turn when mysterious creatures that hunt by sound attack the city. Accompanied by her cat, Frodo, and an unexpected ally, Eric (Quinn), Samira must navigate the now-silent city to survive. In addition to Nyong’o and Quinn, the film also stars Djimon Hounsou and Alex Wolff. A

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2024
John Jarratt Returns for New Movie 'Wolf Creek: Legacy'

John Jarratt Returns for New Movie ‘Wolf Creek: Legacy’

Get ready for another terrifying adventure in the Australian outback. After two movies and a series, Wolf Creek: Legacy, a reboot of the popular horror franchise, is currently in production. Sean Lahiff, who served as editor for Wolf Creek 2, in the director’s chair. John Jarratt reprises his iconic role as the ruthless serial killer Mick Taylor. Jay Ryan (It: Chapter Two) stars alongside Jarratt in Wolf Creek: Legacy, produced by the Resident Evil franchise’s Jeremy Bolt and franchise creator Greg McLean. The new movie centers on a family of American tourists. When they unknowingly stumble upon Mick Taylor’s hunting grounds, they find themselves hunted by the psycho killer. Can the parents and their children escape the clutches of the infamous murderer? Greg McLean expressed his excitement about introducing Sean Lahiff as the director, stating, “Sean isn’t just stepping into this world; he’s been a part of it for years.” McLean believes that Lahiff’s fresh perspective will bring a new

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2024

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Indie Slasher 'The Summer We Died' Premiering at Skate or Die

Indie Slasher ‘The Summer We Died’ Premiering at Skate or Die

Get ready for a terrifying trip back to the 1980s. Director Dillon Brown‘s latest indie horror film, The Summer We Died, is set to make its world premiere at the Skate or Die Film Fest this October. Combining the nostalgic charm of “Saved by the Bell” with the blood-curdling tension of classic slasher films, The Summer We Died offers a fright-filled experience. In a town gripped by fear after a series of brutal murders, a strict curfew is imposed. This threatens to extinguish the last sparks of summer for a group of rebellious teens. Defying the curfew, they embark on a dangerous adventure, only to find themselves caught in a deadly game with the “Moonlight Killer.” The cast includes Hannah Welty, Mandy Morgan, Grace Winters, and Michael Rock. Zoogie Austin, John Potash, Brian Lee, Annie Lain, and Hector “Nomar” Mendoza round out the cast. Director Dillon Brown, known for his Bigfoot found footage franchise, Tahoe Joe, brings a fresh perspective

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 3, 2024
James McAvoy Based His 'Speak No Evil' Character on Andrew Tate

James McAvoy Based His ‘Speak No Evil’ Character on Andrew Tate

Ahead of the September release of the English remake of Speak No Evil, star James McAvoy has revealed an interesting fact. The controversial podcaster and fighter Andrew Tate inspired his performance as the film’s psycho villain, Paddy. “The thing I thought I could exploit in the character was, he thinks he’s a bit of a f— West Country Andrew Tate,” he explained to Empire . “He’s like, ‘I’m going to teach you what it’s like to be a man again.’ But there’s a sort of polite face on it that isn’t quite Andrew Tate, enough of a sheen of, ‘I’m not one of those guys,’” added McAvoy. “[Paddy’s] challenging you, ‘Do you have a big enough d*** to have a drink with me?’, Or, ‘I’m sorry, this is too much for you because you’re not real enough.’” So, who is Andrew Tate? Tate first came to the public’s attention as a kickboxer and businessman. Tate is known for his extreme

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 3, 2024
Writer Director Andy Fickman Talks Fear and Films in Our Interview

Writer Director Andy Fickman Talks Fear and Films in Our Interview

From writer-director-producer, Andy Fickman, a Jack of all trades, comes the new horror film Don’t Turn Out the Lights. In it, a group of friends reunite for a birthday celebration that takes a terrifying turn. In the movie, a carefree reunion of friends becomes a terrifying ordeal. The group reunites for a weekend of music and memories, hitting the road in an RV. But soon, darkness descends. The friends are lost and desperate and face a sinister force. Who is in this movie? That would be Bella DeLong, Amber Janea, Ana Luz Zambrana, and John Bucy star. Crystal Lake Evans, Jarrett Austin Brown, and Daryl Tofa round out the cast. . . I had the pleasure of talking with Andy Fickman, who produced one of my favorite creature features, Anaconda. We talked about Don’t Turn Out the Lights and more. We discussed the story, the origins of fear, and how everyone has unique views of the mysteries surrounding us. He

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2024
From the Director of WolfCop Comes the Survival Horror 'Die Alone'

A Fight for Survival: From the Director of WolfCop Comes ‘Die Alone’

From Lowell Dean, the director of the werewolf horror-comedy franchise WolfCop, comes the new chilling tale of terror, the survival horror-thriller Die Alone, set to arrive this October. In the film, a young man, Ethan (Douglas Smith), finds himself desperate and lost. A terrible illness has ravaged the post-apocalyptic world. Nature has reclaimed the world that is stalked by disfigured creatures. Alone and lost, Ethan befriends a survivalist and his girlfriend. Ethan is fighting to survive while on a mission to find his partner and recover his memories. However, that is not an easy task while living in a world where both humans and monsters are out to kill you. The film features an exciting cast, including Frank Grillo, actor of The Purge franchise, and Carrie-Anne Moss of The Matrix franchise. Kimberly-Sue Murray (Shadowhunters) stars alongside Douglas Smith (Big Little Lies), Steven Roy, and Jonathan Cherry. Lowell Dean wrote and directed Die Alone, produced by Berr Meyerowitz, Jeff Sackman, and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2024
Vin Diesel Shares the First Behind-the-Scenes Image from 'Riddick: Furya'

Vin Diesel Shares the First Behind-the-Scenes Image from ‘Riddick: Furya’

We thought we had seen the last of Vin Diesel in the Riddick franchise. After all, it’s been over a decade since news of the sequel first surfaced. But we were wrong. Diesel is back for the action-packed sequel, Riddick: Furya, the franchise’s fourth film starring the actor. Vin Diesel has confirmed that production is underway on Riddick: Furya, the fourth installment in The Chronicles of Riddick franchise. The actor recently shared a behind-the-scenes photo from the set on Instagram that gives us a first glimpse at the returning character. David Twohy wrote and is directing Riddick: Furya. The film sees Riddick return to his homeworld for the first time in decades. Upon his return, he encounters survivors struggling against a terrifying alien threat. He discovers they have more in common than he could have believed. While casting details and the release date for the sequel have not been announced yet, fans can look forward to diving back into the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 2, 2024
From the Director of Rings Comes the Chilling Folk Horror 'The Wait'

From the Director of Rings Comes the Chilling Folk Horror ‘The Wait’

Following an impressive festival run, including a nomination for Best Pictures at Sitges, Spanish director F. Javier Gutierrez’s chilling film The Wait (aka La Espera) has unveiled its first trailer. This folk horror thriller features a stellar cast, including Victor Clavijo (Before the Fall), Ruth Diaz, Manuel Moron, and Pedro Casablanca (Strange Way of Life). The Wait follows Eladio (Clavijo), a groundskeeper on a powerful landowner’s estate in the Andalusian countryside. A fateful decision involving a bribe from a hunter unravels Eladio’s life, plunging him into a spiral of guilt, hatred, and a thirst for revenge. The film is from Gutierrez’s Unfiled Films, Nostromo Pictures (“Penny Dreadful”), and Spal Films (Before the Fall). Following its premiere at Fantastic Fest, it garnered accolades at festivals worldwide, including Sitges, Shanghai, Vancouver, and Oldenburg. It won over critics, with HorrorFuel’s Joseph Perry calling it “gripping” and “directed superbly” in his festival review. Critics have lauded the film’s intensity. The Wait has been described

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 1, 2024
Indie Neo-Noir Horror Thriller 'Psychosis' Is Streaming Now

Neo-Noir Indie Horror Thriller ‘Psychosis’ is Out Today

Prepare to witness Psychosis, a new independent horror film that offers a chilling tale of psychological terror and a surreal conspiracy that will leave you questioning reality. In the film, Cliff Van Aarle, a criminal fixer with a unique psychological condition, finds himself drawn into a terrifying mystery when hired by two amateur drug dealers claiming to have been attacked by “zombies.” As Van Aarle delves deeper into the case, he’s confronted with a cacophony of hallucinatory voices and a haunting path of death and psychological torture. The plot thickens with the arrival of a delusional vigilante, LoneWolf, and the revelation of a mastermind who may be more monstrous than human. The conspiracy unravels, revealing a web of mind control, psychedelic drugs, and a criminal underworld terrified of the enigmatic drug loA wider release is sate rd “Joubini,” who uses hypnosis with deadly effect. With his unique psychological abilities, Van Aarle may be the only one capable of bringing down

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 1, 2024
Trailer Surfaces for Steamboat Willie Horror Movie 'Screamboat'

Trailer Surfaces for Steamboat Willie Horror Movie ‘Screamboat’

In 1928, Mickey Mouse was introduced to the world under the name Steamboat Willie. Steamboat Willie entered the public domain earlier this year. Of course, it was just a matter of time before it became a horror movie. From the team behind Terrifier and The Mean One and director Steven LaMorte comes Screamboat, which turns the creature into a murder-hungry nightmare. David Howard Thorton, known for his role as “Art the Clown” from the Terrifier franchise, will play the new twisted Steamboat Willie. Thorton also stars in Terrifier 3, the trailer of which has just arrived. In the movie, “A mischievous mouse stalks a group of New Yorkers on a late-night ferry ride. It unleashes murderous mayhem on a relaxing commute. Can the ship’s motley crew of travelers find a way to stop a killer creature who has developed a taste for tourists?” Indie Wire quotes the director as saying this about the upcoming 100% practical effects movie: “Screamboat will

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2024
Stream A Quiet Place: Day One Now!

Stream A Quiet Place: Day One Now!

A Quiet Place: Day One, the highly anticipated and well-received prequel of the popular movie franchise, now featuring three films, explores the events leading up to the day the world fell silent when aliens who hunt by sound arrived on Earth. You can watch it at home beginning today. So, pop some popcorn, settle in, and prepare for an action-packed film. Directed by Michael Sarnoski (Pig), the film stars Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn. Following a successful theatrical release in late June, the movie grossed over $261 million worldwide at the box office. The film follows Samira (Nyong’o) returning home to New York City. Her seemingly ordinary trip takes a terrifying turn when mysterious creatures that hunt by sound attack the city. Accompanied by her cat, Frodo, and an unexpected ally, Eric (Quinn), Samira must navigate the now-silent city to survive. In addition to Nyong’o and Quinn, the film also stars Djimon Hounsou and Alex Wolff. A

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2024
John Jarratt Returns for New Movie 'Wolf Creek: Legacy'

John Jarratt Returns for New Movie ‘Wolf Creek: Legacy’

Get ready for another terrifying adventure in the Australian outback. After two movies and a series, Wolf Creek: Legacy, a reboot of the popular horror franchise, is currently in production. Sean Lahiff, who served as editor for Wolf Creek 2, in the director’s chair. John Jarratt reprises his iconic role as the ruthless serial killer Mick Taylor. Jay Ryan (It: Chapter Two) stars alongside Jarratt in Wolf Creek: Legacy, produced by the Resident Evil franchise’s Jeremy Bolt and franchise creator Greg McLean. The new movie centers on a family of American tourists. When they unknowingly stumble upon Mick Taylor’s hunting grounds, they find themselves hunted by the psycho killer. Can the parents and their children escape the clutches of the infamous murderer? Greg McLean expressed his excitement about introducing Sean Lahiff as the director, stating, “Sean isn’t just stepping into this world; he’s been a part of it for years.” McLean believes that Lahiff’s fresh perspective will bring a new

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 31, 2024
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