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A Wish Conjures Unspeakable Evil In Shudder’s ‘The Twin’ (Trailer)

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thrillers, and the supernatural, released today the trailer and premiere date for the original film The Twin. “A Discovery of Witches” actors Teresa Palmer (Warm Bodies, Lights Out) and Steven Cree (Outlander) reunite for the highly anticipated Scandinavian horror film from Shudder and RLJE Films. In The Twin, following the aftermath of a tragic accident that claimed the life of one of their twins, Rachel (Palmer) and husband Anthony (Cree) relocate to the other side of the world with their surviving son in the hopes of building a new life. What begins as a time of healing in the quiet Scandinavian countryside soon takes an ominous turn when Rachel begins to unravel the torturous truth about her son and confronts the malicious forces attempting to take a hold of him. The film marks the English-language debut of writer/director Taneli Mustonen who took part in Frontières Platform, the genre-focused event run by Fantasia

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 17, 2022

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Stephanie Beatriz To Star Alongside Paul Wesley In Shudder Original ‘History OF Evil’

Shudder announced today that Stephanie Beatriz and Paul Wesley will headline the cast of the Shudder Original Film History of Evil, a horror-thriller written and directed by Iranian-American filmmaker Bo Mirhosseni. In the film, a family on the run from a corrupt state takes refuge in a safe house with an evil past – a terrifying last stop on a near-future Underground Railroad. Beatriz is best known for her work on such hits as Encanto, In the Heights and for her role as snarky officer Rosa in the comedy series “Brooklyn Nine-Nine”. But that’s not all she is now finishing an incredibly successful run starring in 2:22: A GHOST STORY on stage in London’s West End. She is repped by ICM Partners, Authentic Talent and Literary Management, and attorney, Mitch Smelkinson. Wesley is known for roles in “The Vampire Diaries,” the films Before I Disappear, Peaceful Warrior, and “Tell me a Story”. Wesley has a burgeoning directing and producing career

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 17, 2022

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Shark Survival Horror ‘Beneath The Surface’ Is Swimming Your Way This March

Just under the surface lurks nature’s perfect killing machine, a Great White in the survival thriller Beneath the Surface, swimming your way this March. The film tells the story of a young woman, who is attacked by a great white, whilst on a family boating vacation and she must face her demons if she is to step back in the water. Georgie Banks (Last Night in Soho, It came from Below, Hatched), Nicola Wright (Jurassic Island, The Jack in the Box: Awakening), Beatrice Fletcher (Shockwaves), and Annie Knox (Pandemonium) star in the film produced by Proportion Productions LTD in the UK. Below the Surface will be released under the new label New Era Entertainment and will receive a day-and-date DVD and Premium VOD release on March 1, 2022, followed by a full digital release from Devilworks.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 17, 2022

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Avaryana Rose Joins The Cast Of ‘Bitter Souls’, A Tale of Love, Voodoo, And Vengeance

American Prom star Avaryana Rose has now joined the cast of the upcoming horror film Bitter Souls, a tale of love, Voodoo, and vengeance. And is featured up front and center on the movie’s new poster. She will star alongside Michael McKeever. This Southern Gothic was written by Ed McKeever with Steve Gray and is from the producers of the werewolf film The Beast Comes At Midnight and McKeever, Oifer, McCallum, and Sarullo, as well as the executive producer of 100 Acres of Hell. It is from Showdown American Pictures. Bitter Souls is set to begin production this Fall in and around Gibsonton and Tampa Florida. We’ll keep you posted.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 17, 2022

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New Documentary Explores The Effects Of Horror On Mental Health

For years, horror movies have been accused of negatively affecting mental health. In fact, you’re parents probably told “Those movies are going to warp your mind,” at least once. God knows I’ve heard it a thousand times from mine. But is that really the case? A new documentary will explore the connection between horror fans, the films they love to fear, and mental health. Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary, from director Jonathan Barkan, discusses the impact horror films can have. Since launching over 6 months ago, this project has added many voices from horror icons, fans, film critics, historians, directors, writers, and professionals from the mental health world. New cast members have just been announced, including Nicholas Vince (Hellraiser, Hellbound: Hellraiser II, Nightbreed), Jhonen Vasquez (JTHM, Squee, I Feel Sick, Invader Zim), American McGee (American McGee’s Alice, Alice: Madness Returns), and Sara ‘Chibi’ Taylor (Lead Singer of The Birthday Massacre). They join previously announced speakers Paddy Murphy (The Perished),

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 17, 2022

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Paramount+ Is Getting The Pack Back Together For A “Teen Wolf” Movie

Paramount+ is getting the pack together and giving fans a “Teen Wolf” revival film with several of the original cast from MTV’s series returning to reprise their roles, including Tyler Posey who stars as Scott McCall. Variety is reporting that the other cast members returning are Holland Roden as Lydia Martin, Shelley Hennig as Malia Tate, Crystal Reed as Allison Argent, Orny Adams as Coach Bobby Finstock, Linden Ashby as Sheriff Noah Stilinski,Colton Haynesas Jackson Whittemore, Ryan Kelleyas Deputy Jordan Parrish, J.R. Bourne as Chris Argent, Seth Gilliam as Dr. Alan Deaton, Melissa Ponzio as Melissa McCall, and Dylan Sprayberry as Liam Dunbar. In the movie, a “terrifying evil emerges in Beacon Hills. The wolves are howling once again, calling for the return of banshees, werecoyotes, hellhounds, kitsunes and every other shapeshifter in the night. But only a werewolf like Scott McCall, no longer a teenager yet still an alpha, can gather both new allies and reunite trusted friends to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 16, 2022

Shhh! John Krasinski Officially Starts Production on ‘A Quiet Place Part III’

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‘A Quiet Place III’ And The Spin-Off Now Have Release Dates

After two successful installments, the first bringing in over $340.9 million at box offices alone, the Quiet Place franchise is back with a third film. The news was announced by filmmaker/actor John Krasinski during the Paramount investors day. The director or writer was not announced, but we all know that Krasinski would be the ideal candidate. Krasinski co-wrote, directed, and appeared in the first film that premiered in 2018. He went on to write and direct A Quiet Place Part II, which was released in May of 2021, bringing in $297 million globally, even though theaters were still trying to bounce back from lockdown. Both films see monstrous aliens land on earth that are attracted by sound. The newly announced sequel is not the only film the franchise has in the works, there’s also a spin-off on the way with Pig filmmaker Michael Sarnoski directing. While few details have been revealed about the film, it does have a premiere date,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 16, 2022

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Taye Diggs Conjures A Demon This February In ‘Incarnation’ (Trailer)

Cinedigm’s new supernatural horror Incarnation sees Taye Doggs conjure the legendary demon Mammon this month. Directed by Issac Walsh and co-written by Tyler Clair Smith, Incarnation is “A throwback to the popular haunted house sub-genre, Incarnation centers around a young couple chasing the American dream. Brad (Taye Diggs) and Jess (Jessica Uberuaga) move to Los Angeles in search of a better life. When they stumble upon a hidden real estate gem, managed by the laid-back landlord Peter (Michael Madsen), they are elated by their turn of fortune. But their ideal home is hiding a secret far more sinister than they could have ever imagined, for the very walls are alive with an ancient evil, and they soon learn that greed comes with a hefty price.” Incarnation has conjured the theatrical and VOD release date of Friday, February 18, 2022.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 16, 2022

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Star Of “From,” Harold Perrineau, Talks Monsters And Human Connections In Our Interview

One of the best new series of the year, Epix’s “From,” is headed your way this February. Ahead of its premiere, I sat down with talented actor and series star Harold Perrineau, who you’ll recognize from his role in films like the Matrix franchise and series such as “Criminal Minds,” “Z Nation,” “Claws,” and “OZ” in which he gave a brilliant performance. Harold stars as Sheriff Boyd Stevens in “From,” which sees a family stuck in a time loop and forced to acclimate to a town made up of stranded travelers. When they think things couldn’t get any worse, they discover that terrifying monsters come out to hunt when the sun goes down. Kelli McNeely: “So tell me about this, Sheriff. What kind of man is he?” Harold Perrineau: “Boyd Stevens, he’s a complicated guy, a man of service. I think that is, first and foremost, where he lands or where he lives. And he finds himself in a desperate

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 16, 2022

Home Release Date Announced For The Horror-Thriller 'You Are Not My Mother'

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Trailer Arrives For Irish Legend Inspired Horror ‘You’re Not My Mother’

Writer-director Kate Dolan‘s supernatural horror You Are Not My Mother spins her dark tale this March, inspired by an Irish legend. In the film, set the week before Halloween, Char’s bedridden mother, Angela, has mysteriously gone missing. All that remains is her abandoned car parked in the middle of a field. When Angela returns home to their North Dublin estate the following evening without explanation, it becomes clear to Char and her grandmother, Rita, that something is amiss. She might look and sound the same, but Angela’s behavior has become increasingly erratic and frightening as if she has been replaced by a malevolent force. As Halloween approaches, a night steeped in ancient Irish myth and legend, Char must unearth the dark secrets of her family to uncover the truth behind her mother’s disappearance and save her, even if it means potentially losing her forever. “My intention with You Are Not My Mother was to create a frightening film that depicted

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Feb 16, 2022

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