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This Valentine's Day, Dark Forces Plague A Family In 'The Accursed'

This Valentine’s Day, Dark Forces Plague A Family In ‘The Accursed’

Inspired by Eastern European folklore, comes The Accursed, a female-driven supernatural horror written and directed by Kathryn Michelle and Elizabeta Vidovic. In the film, “an unthinkable betrayal leads to a maleficent curse being placed upon a family’s bloodline. Decades later, a wedding unites the next generation of the estranged family. When one of them unknowingly awakens the dark forces that start picking them off one by one, matriarch Hana (Yancy Butler, Kick-Ass, Hard Target) must figure out who is working against them before the bloody curse takes hold of them forever.” The Accursed is out on DVD and Digital on Valentine’s Day from Dazzler Media.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
'Reinfield' Logo Revealed In New Behind-The-Scenes Photo

‘Reinfield’ Logo Revealed In New Behind-The-Scenes Photo

The official Instagram account for Universal Monsters has now shared the red and yellow retro-style logo for Chris McKay‘s upcoming Dracula spin-off Renfield. The lettering has the same vibe as the original Universal Monster movie titles. The post of the behind-the-scenes shot of the Renfield slate also comes with the announcement that the movie has officially begun production. Renfield will examine the relationship between Count Dracula, played by Nicolas Cage, and Renfield, with Nicolas Hoult (MadMax: Fury Road) playing the titular character who first appeared in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, in which he was a patient in the asylum overseen by Dr. John Seward, waiting for instructions from his “Master,” Dracula. Other cast members that have already been announced include Awkwafina, Ben Schwartz, Adrian Martinez, and Shohreh Aghdashloo. Renfield is written by Ryan Ridley (“Rick and Morty”).

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
A Man Speaks To The Dead In The Horror 'The Long Walk' Coming To Digital

A Man Speaks To The Dead In The Horror ‘The Long Walk’ Coming To Digital

The UK trailer and poster have now been released for Mattie Do‘s ghosty film The Long Walk, which made its world premiere at the 2019 Venice Film Festival, followed by screenings at the Toronto International Film Festival, Fantastic Fest, Busan, Locarno, and Sitges. The Long Walk marks the Laotian director Mattie Do’s third feature and centers around an old man, who discovers that he can travel back in time and speak with the dead. The film stars Yannawoutthi Chanthalungsy, Noutnapha Soydara, Vilouna Phetmany, Chansamone Inoudom, and Por Silatsa. Lightbulb Film Distribution will release The Long Walk on Digital platforms on February 28, 2022, from Yellow Veil Pictures. We also recommend that you check out Do’s previous film, Dearest Sister, which is now streaming on Shudder.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
Four New Cast Members Announced For 'Scream 6'

Another Sequel For The ‘Scream’ Franchise!

The new Scream sequel has been doing great at the box office bringing in $63.2 million in the U.S. alone. So, it’s not very surprising that a follow-up has already been given the green light by Paramount and will begin filming this summer. While there has not been any news yet if any cast members will be returning for the new sequel, Screen Rant is reporting that several members of the creative team will be back for Scream 6, including James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick and directors Matt Bettinelli-Pilin and Tyler Gillett. Working with such a wonderful and talented family of creators — and in the lineage, Wes [Anderson] and Kevin [Williamson] so expertly built — has been the thrill of a lifetime, and we’re so excited to bring the next chapter in the Scream saga to life.” Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett said in a statement. ” As long as there are horror movies, there will be horror movie cliches. As

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
This Valentine's Day Sean Patrick Flanery And Natalie Burn Star In 'Love Hurts'

This Valentine’s Day Sean Patrick Flanery And Natalie Burn Star In ‘Love Hurts’

Black Mandala presents the horror-thriller Love Hurts, directed by Hiroshi Katagiri (Gehenna: Where Death Lives). A funny Valentine’s Day turns into a real nightmare, and a detective must unravel some unpleasant secrets to piece together the horrific tragedy. Looking forward to a once-in-a-life experience on the most romantic night of the year, six single twenty-somethings find themselves Valentine’s Day guests of a wealthy, mysterious host and his tight-lipped butler. Each of the invitees, have been offered $10,000 and the promise of love—if only they can make it through dinner and reach a personal “breakthrough.” With nothing to lose and thousands to gain, these strangers open their hearts and minds to the possibility of real, romantic connections. By night’s end, all but two of them are dead! Sean Patrick Flanery and Natalie Burn star in Love Hurts out this Valentine’s Day.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Shudder Announces Killer March Lineup

An Exorcism Goes Terribly Wrong In The Shudder Original ‘Night’s End’

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thrillers, and the supernatural announced today the release date of Jennifer Reeder’s upcoming film Night’s End. In Night’s End, an anxious shut-in unwittingly moves into a haunted apartment and hires a mysterious stranger to perform an exorcism that takes a horrific turn. The film stars Geno Walker (South Side, Chicago Fire), Kate Arrington (Mare of Easttown, Ray Donovan), Felonious Munk (For Life, Block Party) and Michael Shannon (Knives Out, Nine Perfect Strangers), Lawrence Grimm (Chicago Med), Daniel Kyri (Chicago Fire), Theo Germaine (The Politician), and Morgan Reesh (Blood Below the Skin). “Jennifer Reeder is an exciting and bold filmmaker who was an integral part of V/H/S/94, Shudder’s most-watched movie ever,” said Craig Engler, general manager of Shudder. “Night’s End is eerie but human, sharply written and sure to surprise our members this March.” Said Jennifer Reeder, “As a longtime Shudder fan, I am deeply honored to now be part of the Shudder

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Emmy Award-Winning Cult Series "Doomsday" Premieres This March

Premiere Date For Emmy Award-Winning Series “Doomsday” Announced (Trailer)

The premiere date has been announced for the Emmy Award-winning series “Doomsday” which follows the daily lives of the residents of a millennial cult, where youthful idealism evolves into deadly extremism and documents the eerie final months leading up to a horrific Jim Jones-style massacre. Creator Sonja O’Hara was inspired by being cast in Scientology instructional videos: “I became intrigued by the polarity between the public and private facades of secretive religious groups.” Entertainment Squad CEO, Shaked Berenson added: “drawing from her unique experience, Sonja explores topics of sexuality, identity, and gender in the most authentic and personal way.” Alice Kremelberg (“The Sinner”), Donald Paul (“Queen of the South”), and Mark St. Cyr (Disney’s” High School Musical” Series) star. “Doomsday” is executive produced by Karin Agstam and Vincent Petrosini with episodes directed by Sonja O’Hara, Micah Stuart, Jaspal Binning, Dan McBride, and Justin Holt. “Doomsday” was nominated for the 2021 Daytime Emmy in the Outstanding Daytime Fiction Program category, the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Cult Horror 'Hell Is Empty' Conjures A New Trailer Ahead Of It March Release

Cult Horror ‘Hell Is Empty’ Conjures A New Trailer Ahead Of It March Release

From director Jo Shaffer comes the paranoia-fueled cult horror film Hell is Empty, starring Spencer Peppet, Nia Farrell, Travis Mitchell, Laura Resinger, Meredith Antonian, Liam Ouweleen, and AYA. In Hell Is Empty, a self-styled messiah initiates a lost soul into his cult of sister-wives on an Edenic island, upsetting the delicate balance of a utopian community fixated on sin and salvation. Combining edge-of-your-seat suspense with arthouse flair, the horror-thriller follows two teenage runaways who become increasingly suspicious of the cult leader’s absolutist vision. When Lydia arrives on the island, Saratoga is eight months pregnant with his child—the supposed “son of God.” As the makeshift family descends into paranoia and violence, Lydia and Saratoga plot a daring escape that transforms them from outcasts to avengers. Written by Shaffer and Adam DeSantes, Hell is Empty will be available on Digital and On-Demand March 1, 2022, from 1091 Pictures.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
A Priest Makes His Final Stand Against Evil In 'The Exorcism Of God' (Trailer)

A Priest Makes His Final Stand Against Evil In ‘The Exorcism Of God’ (Trailer)

Peter Williams, an American priest working in Mexico, is considered a saint by many local parishioners. However, due to a botched exorcism, he carries a dark secret that’s eating him alive until he gets an opportunity to face his own demon one final time in The Exorcism of God. The film that hails from director Alejandro Hidalgo and his co-writer Santiago Fernández Calvete, stars Joseph Marcell, María Gabriela de Faría, Will Beinbrink, Hector Kotsifakis, and Irán Castillo. The Exorcism of God opens in theaters and debuts on Digital, and On Demand on March 11, 2022, from Saban Films.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Two Out Of This World Documentaries Premiere This February On Discovery+

Two Out Of This World Documentaries Premiere This February On Discovery+

Discovery+ has teamed up with the Emmy Award-Winning production company 1895 Films for renowned high-quality documentary programming headed by journalist turned-filmmaker Tom Jennings. On February 18th, Discovery+ will premiere two all-new out-of-this-world documentaries brought by 1895 Films, ALIEN ABDUCTION: BETTY AND BARNEY HILL and ALIEN ABDUCTION: TRAVIS WALTON. The mysterious alleged abductions are among the most well-documented in history. Tom weaves archival footage together with haunting interviews, as eerie experiences are recounted by eyewitnesses and victims. Exclusive audio tapes capture some of the most fascinating and frightening close encounters ever reported. And despite the decades elapsed since these incidents, well-preserved evidence puts modern forensic technologies to task, as investigators now seek conclusive proof of extraterrestrial claims and contacts. ALIEN ABDUCTION: BETTY AND BARNEY HILL In September 1961, Betty and Barney Hill were driving home to New Hampshire from a honeymoon trip when they made a shocking discovery and came face-to-face with a UFO. When they could not shake the feeling

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 2, 2022

More from Kelli Marchman McNeely

This Valentine's Day, Dark Forces Plague A Family In 'The Accursed'

This Valentine’s Day, Dark Forces Plague A Family In ‘The Accursed’

Inspired by Eastern European folklore, comes The Accursed, a female-driven supernatural horror written and directed by Kathryn Michelle and Elizabeta Vidovic. In the film, “an unthinkable betrayal leads to a maleficent curse being placed upon a family’s bloodline. Decades later, a wedding unites the next generation of the estranged family. When one of them unknowingly awakens the dark forces that start picking them off one by one, matriarch Hana (Yancy Butler, Kick-Ass, Hard Target) must figure out who is working against them before the bloody curse takes hold of them forever.” The Accursed is out on DVD and Digital on Valentine’s Day from Dazzler Media.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
'Reinfield' Logo Revealed In New Behind-The-Scenes Photo

‘Reinfield’ Logo Revealed In New Behind-The-Scenes Photo

The official Instagram account for Universal Monsters has now shared the red and yellow retro-style logo for Chris McKay‘s upcoming Dracula spin-off Renfield. The lettering has the same vibe as the original Universal Monster movie titles. The post of the behind-the-scenes shot of the Renfield slate also comes with the announcement that the movie has officially begun production. Renfield will examine the relationship between Count Dracula, played by Nicolas Cage, and Renfield, with Nicolas Hoult (MadMax: Fury Road) playing the titular character who first appeared in Bram Stoker’s Dracula, in which he was a patient in the asylum overseen by Dr. John Seward, waiting for instructions from his “Master,” Dracula. Other cast members that have already been announced include Awkwafina, Ben Schwartz, Adrian Martinez, and Shohreh Aghdashloo. Renfield is written by Ryan Ridley (“Rick and Morty”).

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
A Man Speaks To The Dead In The Horror 'The Long Walk' Coming To Digital

A Man Speaks To The Dead In The Horror ‘The Long Walk’ Coming To Digital

The UK trailer and poster have now been released for Mattie Do‘s ghosty film The Long Walk, which made its world premiere at the 2019 Venice Film Festival, followed by screenings at the Toronto International Film Festival, Fantastic Fest, Busan, Locarno, and Sitges. The Long Walk marks the Laotian director Mattie Do’s third feature and centers around an old man, who discovers that he can travel back in time and speak with the dead. The film stars Yannawoutthi Chanthalungsy, Noutnapha Soydara, Vilouna Phetmany, Chansamone Inoudom, and Por Silatsa. Lightbulb Film Distribution will release The Long Walk on Digital platforms on February 28, 2022, from Yellow Veil Pictures. We also recommend that you check out Do’s previous film, Dearest Sister, which is now streaming on Shudder.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
Four New Cast Members Announced For 'Scream 6'

Another Sequel For The ‘Scream’ Franchise!

The new Scream sequel has been doing great at the box office bringing in $63.2 million in the U.S. alone. So, it’s not very surprising that a follow-up has already been given the green light by Paramount and will begin filming this summer. While there has not been any news yet if any cast members will be returning for the new sequel, Screen Rant is reporting that several members of the creative team will be back for Scream 6, including James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick and directors Matt Bettinelli-Pilin and Tyler Gillett. Working with such a wonderful and talented family of creators — and in the lineage, Wes [Anderson] and Kevin [Williamson] so expertly built — has been the thrill of a lifetime, and we’re so excited to bring the next chapter in the Scream saga to life.” Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett said in a statement. ” As long as there are horror movies, there will be horror movie cliches. As

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 4, 2022
This Valentine's Day Sean Patrick Flanery And Natalie Burn Star In 'Love Hurts'

This Valentine’s Day Sean Patrick Flanery And Natalie Burn Star In ‘Love Hurts’

Black Mandala presents the horror-thriller Love Hurts, directed by Hiroshi Katagiri (Gehenna: Where Death Lives). A funny Valentine’s Day turns into a real nightmare, and a detective must unravel some unpleasant secrets to piece together the horrific tragedy. Looking forward to a once-in-a-life experience on the most romantic night of the year, six single twenty-somethings find themselves Valentine’s Day guests of a wealthy, mysterious host and his tight-lipped butler. Each of the invitees, have been offered $10,000 and the promise of love—if only they can make it through dinner and reach a personal “breakthrough.” With nothing to lose and thousands to gain, these strangers open their hearts and minds to the possibility of real, romantic connections. By night’s end, all but two of them are dead! Sean Patrick Flanery and Natalie Burn star in Love Hurts out this Valentine’s Day.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Shudder Announces Killer March Lineup

An Exorcism Goes Terribly Wrong In The Shudder Original ‘Night’s End’

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premium streaming service for horror, thrillers, and the supernatural announced today the release date of Jennifer Reeder’s upcoming film Night’s End. In Night’s End, an anxious shut-in unwittingly moves into a haunted apartment and hires a mysterious stranger to perform an exorcism that takes a horrific turn. The film stars Geno Walker (South Side, Chicago Fire), Kate Arrington (Mare of Easttown, Ray Donovan), Felonious Munk (For Life, Block Party) and Michael Shannon (Knives Out, Nine Perfect Strangers), Lawrence Grimm (Chicago Med), Daniel Kyri (Chicago Fire), Theo Germaine (The Politician), and Morgan Reesh (Blood Below the Skin). “Jennifer Reeder is an exciting and bold filmmaker who was an integral part of V/H/S/94, Shudder’s most-watched movie ever,” said Craig Engler, general manager of Shudder. “Night’s End is eerie but human, sharply written and sure to surprise our members this March.” Said Jennifer Reeder, “As a longtime Shudder fan, I am deeply honored to now be part of the Shudder

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Emmy Award-Winning Cult Series "Doomsday" Premieres This March

Premiere Date For Emmy Award-Winning Series “Doomsday” Announced (Trailer)

The premiere date has been announced for the Emmy Award-winning series “Doomsday” which follows the daily lives of the residents of a millennial cult, where youthful idealism evolves into deadly extremism and documents the eerie final months leading up to a horrific Jim Jones-style massacre. Creator Sonja O’Hara was inspired by being cast in Scientology instructional videos: “I became intrigued by the polarity between the public and private facades of secretive religious groups.” Entertainment Squad CEO, Shaked Berenson added: “drawing from her unique experience, Sonja explores topics of sexuality, identity, and gender in the most authentic and personal way.” Alice Kremelberg (“The Sinner”), Donald Paul (“Queen of the South”), and Mark St. Cyr (Disney’s” High School Musical” Series) star. “Doomsday” is executive produced by Karin Agstam and Vincent Petrosini with episodes directed by Sonja O’Hara, Micah Stuart, Jaspal Binning, Dan McBride, and Justin Holt. “Doomsday” was nominated for the 2021 Daytime Emmy in the Outstanding Daytime Fiction Program category, the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Cult Horror 'Hell Is Empty' Conjures A New Trailer Ahead Of It March Release

Cult Horror ‘Hell Is Empty’ Conjures A New Trailer Ahead Of It March Release

From director Jo Shaffer comes the paranoia-fueled cult horror film Hell is Empty, starring Spencer Peppet, Nia Farrell, Travis Mitchell, Laura Resinger, Meredith Antonian, Liam Ouweleen, and AYA. In Hell Is Empty, a self-styled messiah initiates a lost soul into his cult of sister-wives on an Edenic island, upsetting the delicate balance of a utopian community fixated on sin and salvation. Combining edge-of-your-seat suspense with arthouse flair, the horror-thriller follows two teenage runaways who become increasingly suspicious of the cult leader’s absolutist vision. When Lydia arrives on the island, Saratoga is eight months pregnant with his child—the supposed “son of God.” As the makeshift family descends into paranoia and violence, Lydia and Saratoga plot a daring escape that transforms them from outcasts to avengers. Written by Shaffer and Adam DeSantes, Hell is Empty will be available on Digital and On-Demand March 1, 2022, from 1091 Pictures.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
A Priest Makes His Final Stand Against Evil In 'The Exorcism Of God' (Trailer)

A Priest Makes His Final Stand Against Evil In ‘The Exorcism Of God’ (Trailer)

Peter Williams, an American priest working in Mexico, is considered a saint by many local parishioners. However, due to a botched exorcism, he carries a dark secret that’s eating him alive until he gets an opportunity to face his own demon one final time in The Exorcism of God. The film that hails from director Alejandro Hidalgo and his co-writer Santiago Fernández Calvete, stars Joseph Marcell, María Gabriela de Faría, Will Beinbrink, Hector Kotsifakis, and Irán Castillo. The Exorcism of God opens in theaters and debuts on Digital, and On Demand on March 11, 2022, from Saban Films.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 3, 2022
Two Out Of This World Documentaries Premiere This February On Discovery+

Two Out Of This World Documentaries Premiere This February On Discovery+

Discovery+ has teamed up with the Emmy Award-Winning production company 1895 Films for renowned high-quality documentary programming headed by journalist turned-filmmaker Tom Jennings. On February 18th, Discovery+ will premiere two all-new out-of-this-world documentaries brought by 1895 Films, ALIEN ABDUCTION: BETTY AND BARNEY HILL and ALIEN ABDUCTION: TRAVIS WALTON. The mysterious alleged abductions are among the most well-documented in history. Tom weaves archival footage together with haunting interviews, as eerie experiences are recounted by eyewitnesses and victims. Exclusive audio tapes capture some of the most fascinating and frightening close encounters ever reported. And despite the decades elapsed since these incidents, well-preserved evidence puts modern forensic technologies to task, as investigators now seek conclusive proof of extraterrestrial claims and contacts. ALIEN ABDUCTION: BETTY AND BARNEY HILL In September 1961, Betty and Barney Hill were driving home to New Hampshire from a honeymoon trip when they made a shocking discovery and came face-to-face with a UFO. When they could not shake the feeling

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 2, 2022
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