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FX Master Todd Masters Talks ‘Pinocchio: Unstrung’ in Our Interview

Move over, Geppetto—there’s a new puppet master in town, and he’s trading in the fairy dust for a bucket of blood. The legendary Todd Masters, founder of MastersFX and one of the most revered names in practical special effects, is back to turn another childhood icon into pure nightmare fuel. His latest creation? A deeply unsettling, creepy-as-hell incarnation of everyone’s favorite wooden boy for Pinocchio: Unstrung. The film marks the latest gory entry in the Twisted Childhood Universe—the very same cinematic playground that brought us the viral slasher hits Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 1 and 2. Behind the camera, director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Chambers of Jagged Edge Productions (interview) return to ensure your childhood memories stay firmly in the wood chipper. . . A Killer Cast of Horror Icons To bring this twisted marionette tale to life, the production pulled out some major genre heavyweights. Horror icon Robert Englund, Freddy Krueger himself, lends his legendary voice to the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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Director Adam Wingard and the ‘ONSLAUGHT!’ Cast Heading to SDCC

If your idea of a perfect movie involves high-stakes action, genetically modified muscle, and an absolute avalanche of practical violence, Adam Wingard is about to deliver your new favorite obsession. The director is officially making his explosive return to San Diego Comic-Con to tease his highly anticipated action-thriller, Onslaught. To make things even sweeter, none other than indie cinema icon Kevin Smith will be moderating the panel. Fans can catch Wingard alongside stars Adria Arjona, Dan Stevens, Rebecca Hall, and Drew Starkey on Thursday, July 23, at 5:30 PM in Ballroom 20 at the San Diego Convention Center. One Mother vs. An Army The premise is beautifully straightforward and intense. A rogue squad of genetically engineered super-soldiers cuts a bloody path across the desert. Unfortunately for them, they cross paths with a lethal, badass Army sniper who is also a fierce mother. When her young daughter’s life is put on the line, she is forced to unleash absolute hell to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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“Alien: Earth” Season 2 Adds Three Major Cast Members and a “Game of Thrones” Reunion

FX’s highly anticipated series “Alien: Earth” has officially expanded its Season 2 roster, locking in three major new cast members. Variety reports that Emmy winner Tracey Ullman (The Tracey Ullman Show), Sam Spruell (Fargo, The Settlers), and Jerome Flynn (Game of Thrones, 1923) are all jumping into the cosmic fray. Production on the second season is already locked and loaded, with cameras officially rolling in London. A Massive, Star-Studded Ensemble The trio of newcomers will be stepping onto a battlefield that already includes the previously announced addition, Peter Dinklage. They join a stellar, returning ensemble cast led by Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant, and Essie Davis. Babou Ceesay, Samuel Blenkin, and Adarsh Gourav also star. Jonathan Ajayi, Erana James, and Lily Newmark face off with aliens. Adrian Edmondson, David Rysdahl, Moe Bar-El, and Sandra Yi Sencindiver round out the cast. Familiar Faces in the Hawley-Verse However, the casting marks a couple of notable reunions. Sam Spruell is a familiar

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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Godzilla Returns to a Struggling World in the ‘Godzilla Minus Zero Trailer’

When Toho unleashed Godzilla Minus One in 2023, it didn’t just stomp all over the global box office—it made history by snagging an Academy Award and reminding everyone exactly why this atomic-breathing lizard has ruled cinema since 1954. It was a masterclass in scale, dread, and human drama, cementing itself as the 37th film in the franchise and Toho’s 33rd official Japanese production. Toho has officially unleashed the devastating first trailer for Godzilla Minus Zero, the highly anticipated direct sequel to the award-winning masterpiece. And if the footage is any indication, the peace humanity clawed out at the end of the last film was nothing more than a temporary commercial break. New Threats Set two years after the harrowing events of Minus One, the new trailer reveals a world still struggling to rebuild—only to confront a larger, vastly more powerful, and distinctly angrier King of the Monsters. Amidst violent storms and crumbling coastlines, the iconic kaiju returns to unleash absolute

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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Explore Kane Parsons’ ‘Backrooms’ Today on Digital and VOD

The massive horror hit Backrooms, from director Kane Parsons, the teenage wunderkind who took the internet by storm by turning a viral YouTube creepypasta series into a bone-chilling cinematic universe. If you missed the theatrical chaos, the film features a surprisingly stacked, high-caliber cast including Chiwetel Ejiofor, Renate Reinsve, Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett, and Lukita Maxwell. Yellow Wallpaper, Green Cash To say Backrooms cleaned up at the box office would be a massive understatement. When the film debuted back on May 29, it absolutely routed the competition, pulling in a staggering $81 million domestically in its opening weekend alone. For context, that massive haul came in against a modest $10 million production budget, according to the box-office data site The Numbers. But the victory lap doesn’t stop at a massive return on investment. The film officially made cinema history, with A24 confirming to ABC News that the 19-year-old Parsons has become the youngest director ever to helm a No. 1

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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Drug Smugglers and Apex Predators Bring Total Chaos to ‘Above and Below’

If you thought a standard shark movie was stressful, try adding heavily armed cartel executioners to the mix. Get ready to hold your breath, becauseAbove and Below is turning a routine vacation into an absolute bloodbath. Directed by action specialist Jesse V. Johnson (Savage Dog) and written by Tony Giordano, this high-octane survival thriller hits theaters on July 29, 2026. Cocaine, Cages, and Apex Predators The setup is a classic recipe for vacation disaster. Five friends head out for a thrilling shark dive off the coast of Mexico. Things go south fast when they stumble upon a massive stash of cartel cocaine sitting on the ocean floor. Before they can even process what they’ve found, they are ambushed by the ruthless product owners. Trapped inside a claustrophobic shark cage, the cartel gives friends Tatiana and Kaley a brutal ultimatum. They must swim down to the seafloor and retrieve the missing bag of drugs, or die. What follows is a relentless,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 10, 2026

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John Goodman Joins the Cast of ‘Skeletons’ from the Director of Strange Darling

If your cinematic radar hasn’t already been buzzing over Sony Pictures’ upcoming high-concept horror film Skeletons, it’s time to recalibrate. The project was already a massive blip on the genre map. However, the star-studded momentum just hit hyperdrive with the massive news that industry legend John Goodman has officially signed on to star. But Goodman is no stranger to the genre. He appeared in films like 10 Cloverfield Lane, the series “Monarch: Legacy of Monsters,” and so much more. Goodman joins an absolute powerhouse lineup that includes Academy Award winner Brie Larson and indie genre darling Kyle Gallner—who is thrillingly reuniting with director JT Mollner following his spectacular, unhinged collaboration on the non-linear thriller Strange Darling. Oh, and a guy named J.J. Abrams is producing. That’s one hell of a team. A Terrifyingly Twisted Family Secret Do not walk into the theater expecting a routine, bargain-bin jump-scare fest. Skeletons is being described as a grounded, modern, and high-concept spin on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

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Exploitation Horror ‘Southern Nightmare’ Unleashes New Blood-Drenched Trailer

If you’ve exhausted your watchlist looking for a new, dirt-under-the-fingernails exploitation flick, look no further. Black Mandala is officially unleashing Southern Nightmare. It’s the latest slice of cinematic madness from director Charlie Steeds. This flick isn’t just a nod to the 1970s grindhouse era—it’s an unfiltered, unapologetic love letter to it. By tossing backwoods horror, brutality, and pure blaxploitation attitude into a cinematic blender, Southern Nightmare serves up a raw, relentless, and delightfully sleazy genre cocktail that refuses to play by anyone’s rules. However, it may be too much for some viewers to handle. The killer cast includes Faith McCoy (Collection), Scot Scurlock (Homestead), and Gloria Lynne Henry (Phantasm III, The Devil’s Advocate)—Madison Pankey, Adam Bash, and Travis Cutner round out the cast. Charlie Steeds wrote, directed, and served as cinematographer. Faith McCoy and Charlie Steeds produced. A Quick Trip to Hell The setup is a classic recipe for disaster. Sherri and Anna Beth are two best friends embarking on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

From the Crypt

A Discovery Leaves Scientists Hunted by a Killer in ‘The Outer Threat’ – Out This Friday

If discovering intelligent life in the universe doesn’t instantly upend your life, having a nameless, faceless killer hunt you through the wilderness certainly will. Get ready for a high-concept, paranoid thriller that takes sci-fi back to its tense, psychological roots. Written and directed by filmmaker William Woods, The Outer Threat is officially landing on Digital Platforms and VOD from Quiver. Cosmic Truths & Grounded Nightmares The sci-fi thriller follows Daniel and Michelle, two brilliant astrophysicists who stumble onto a groundbreaking, history-making extraterrestrial discovery. But instead of a press conference and a Nobel Prize, their reward is a target on their backs. Forced to flee their home, the couple desperately sprints through the countryside. A relentless, anonymous assailant hot on their heels. As their chaotic flight unfolds, the stress of survival takes a toll. The line between a massive cosmic revelation and intense human paranoia completely blurs. This culminates in a tense, emotional confrontation that pushes the boundaries of science, belief,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

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DIFF Eyewear Announces Its Alice in Wonderland Sunglasses Collection

If your summer wardrobe is feeling a little too ordinary, it’s time to take a trip to the other side of the looking glass. DIFF Eyewear is officially falling down the rabbit hole with its brand-new Alice in Wonderland collection, launching on July 21, 2026. But you don’t have to wait for the White Rabbit to get a move on—pre-orders are officially open today. The magical new drop features three distinct, premium sunglasses styles, each priced at a completely reasonable $98. True to DIFF’s signature style, these frames aren’t cheap, injection-molded plastic; they are hand-cut from single pieces of acetate in their Southern California studio for maximum comfort and flexibility. Here is a look at the frames making their debut in the garden: The Alice ($98) Curious by nature and timeless by design, these frames bring a fresh, dreamlike perspective to a classic retro shape. With soft curves and storybook-inspired colorways, they are equal parts playful and polished. The Easter

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 9, 2026

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