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Bree Klauser Talks About The Amazing World Of Apple TVs “See” And More

November 8th we will be introduced to a new amazing series, “See” set in a dystopian future where the human race has lost the sense of sight and society has had to find new ways to interact, build, hunt and to survive. All of that is challenged when a set of twins are born with sight. Don’t get me started on the amazing cast that includes Jason Momoa and Alfie Woodard, as well as Bree Klauser who I had the pleasure of talking with about the series, her role, and more. Klauser plays the role of Matal, a member of Momoa’s tribe and an integral member of his council. Besides being a talented actress, Klauser has overcome her lack of sight to follow her dreams of being an actress, which impresses the hell out of me. Her determination to represent her community in the best possible way is is beyond honorable. Horror Fuel: “The trailer for Apple TV’s “See” is

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Horror Film ‘Ballet Blanc’ Dancing Towards Its Release

Anne -Sophie Dutoit‘s genre film Ballet Blanc is dancing into theaters this November. A bloody horror film, Dutoit’s latest film focuses on a young boy, left behind by his ballet troupe. Developed to be evil, this boy is now out on a reign of terror. Dutoit is one of the youngest directors in the horror genre, with her first screenplay written at sixteen and her first feature shot at eighteen. This latest film is set to scorch screens across U.S. theatres, in just a few days. Dutoit has brought her own experience, from the ballet world to the screen. Working on the idea of a performer turned evil by their instructor, this director explores a bloody, violent world as seen in the film’s first teaser. Now, only one force can stop this child (Colter Carlbom-Mann), or there is no more hope for good. Shelley Starrett, Brian Woods, Franco Fox, and Catherine Lassesen also star. Ballet Blanc will screen in a

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The Sanderson Sisters Are Back For ‘Hocus Pocus 2’!

Fans of Hocus Pocus were stoked to learn in early October that Disney + has begun working on a sequel, but people have been wondering the original Sanderson sisters will be returning. Today, we can answer that. Star Sarah Jessica Parker has now revealed on Instagram that she, Bette Milder, and Kathy Najimy will all be returning as the sister witches. After posting a photo of the sisters a fan asked about the status of the sequel and Parker responded “We have all said yes. Now we wait. X.” “Workaholics” writer and co-producer Jen D’Angelo is on board to pen the script for the sequel.

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Slayer Teams Up With BJ McDonnell For Brutal Film ‘Slayer: The Repentless Killogy’

Filmmaker BJ McDonnell (Hatchet III) is bringing horror and Metal to life with Slayer: The Repentless Killogy. Featuring a skull-crushing soundtrack by metal legends Slayer, the film will screen world-wide at theaters for one-night-only this November, from Trafalgar Releasing. But wait, that’s not all, immediately following Slayer: The Repentless Killogy, fans will be able to watch the entire Slayer concert filmed at their August 5, 2017 concert in Los Angeles as well as a cinema-exclusive welcome from the band captured during the South American leg of their Final World Tour. As one cohesive story built around the music videos for “You Against You,” “Repentless” and “Pride in Prejudice” (all from Slayer’s final studio album, Repentless), the film is an ode to the heavy metal brutality that Slayer has come to represent in the music world. This badass and bloody short film stars Jason Trost (Beats of Rage), Danny Trejo (Machete, From Dusk Til Dawn), Richard Speight (Band of Brothers, Supernatural),

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Clive Barker’s “Books Of Blood” Being Adapted For Film

Hulu is teaming up with Brannon Braga, producer of “The Orville”, to adapt Clive Barker’s horror anthology series Books of Blood for a feature film. Braga, also known for his work on the Star Trek franchise, will be making his directorial debut, as well as co-writing the script and serving as an executive producer. The horror novel series consists of six books that were published between 1984 and 1985. Several of the stories from Books of Blood have already been adapted for both film and TV, including “The Forbidden” which became the inspiration for the horror classic Candyman, and the 2008 film The Midnight Meat Train starring Bradley Cooper. Anna Friel (The Girlfriend Experience), Britt Robertson (Under the Dome), Rafi Gavron (Godfather of Harlem), and Yul Vazquez (Russian Doll) are starring in the adaptation. Adam Simon, co-creator of “Salem”, will be co-writing the film which will feature three tales from the novels. Friel is set to play the role of

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Robert Rodriguez’s Next Project Will Be ‘Hypnotic’

One of legendary filmmaker Robert Rodriguez‘s new projects is the big-budget ($60-80 million) sci-fi thriller Hypnotic. The film was co-written by Rodriguez and Max Borenstein (Kong Island) and centers on “a detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a string of impossible high-end heists.” With a budget of between $60 and $80 million) Hypnotic is being produced by Solstice Studios and Studio 8, according to Deadline.

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‘PandaMonium’ Unleashed In New Trailer

British indie film company Mycho Entertainment Group has unleashed the trailer for PandaMonium, the prequel to 2016’s Slasher House II. In Slasher House II we were introduced to the infamous Panda-headed killer Jacob Jakushi (David Hon Ma Chu) who is returning for the standalone film from writer-director MJ Dixon. “The guys on Level 6 like to work hard, and party harder, that means the best booze, the finest drugs, and hottest women money can buy. Unfortunately for them the Strippers they’ve just hired have come with an unwanted guest. Jacob, Jakushi, the infamous ‘Stripper Ripper’ with an oversized Panda mask and a taste for exotic dancers has these girls in his sights and he’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants. It’s now Strippers VS PandaHeaded Serial Killer as they fight to survive the office party from hell. PandaMonium takes the idea of Strippers at the office party to whole new level, it really works with what we’ve done

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This December Witness The Most Dangerous Game In ‘American Hunt’

This December, witness the most dangerous game imaginable in American Hunt (AKA The Hunt) from the director of Clowntergeist, and from the studio that brought you The Jurassic Games and Cannibal Farm, comes the most controversial horror release of 2019. In the film, “a group of friends is torn apart when they become part of two human hunter’s sick game. The men give them ten minutes to hide, and then the real hunt begins.” Written and directed by Aaron Mirtes, and starring Lacy Hartselle, Taylor Novak, and Allison Shrum, the American Hunt begins December 3rd on DVD and Digital from High Octane Pictures.

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Jennifer Kent’s ‘The Nightingale’ Landing On Digital

From Jennifer Kent, the director of The Babadook, comes The Nightingale, a period thriller about a woman’s mission of revenge. Aisling Franciosi, Baykali Ganambarr, Sam Claflin, and Damon Herriman star in this controversial film that had audiences fleeing theaters due to its graphic violence. Set in the 18th century, this historical horror follows the story of 21-year-old Irish convict Clare (Aisling Franciosi) as she sets out to avenge her family. Kristina Ceyton, Bruna Papandrea, Steve Hutensky produced. The Nightingale lands on Digital November 1, 2019, from IFC Films.

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Oct 31, 2019
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“Cult-Tastic” Docu Series Premiering On Shout! Factory TV

Shout! Factory TV, the digital entertainment streaming service, is set to launch its first original digital docuseries “Cult-Tastic: Tales From the Trenches with Roger and Julie Corman.” Created, written and co-produced by Ashley Sidaway and Robert Sidaway, the 13-part series about the life and work of Roger and Julie Corman, provides viewers an extraordinary look inside the Cormans’ cinematic universe and features extensive in-depth interviews. In the series, the Cormans draw upon their vast filmography and footage from over 130 films spanning seven decades. Within each episode, the legendary filmmakers share insightful stories and defining moments from their movies, recall talent and young filmmakers they fostered, as well as provide behind-the-scenes perspectives on how they produced some of the smallest budget films that went on to achieve box-office gold. Known for their acute ability to recognize young talent, the Cormans’ lasting legacy will undoubtedly be the legion of producers, directors, writers, and actors they have cultivated. Throughout the series, Roger

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Oct 31, 2019

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Bree Klauser Talks About The Amazing World Of Apple TVs “See” And More

November 8th we will be introduced to a new amazing series, “See” set in a dystopian future where the human race has lost the sense of sight and society has had to find new ways to interact, build, hunt and to survive. All of that is challenged when a set of twins are born with sight. Don’t get me started on the amazing cast that includes Jason Momoa and Alfie Woodard, as well as Bree Klauser who I had the pleasure of talking with about the series, her role, and more. Klauser plays the role of Matal, a member of Momoa’s tribe and an integral member of his council. Besides being a talented actress, Klauser has overcome her lack of sight to follow her dreams of being an actress, which impresses the hell out of me. Her determination to represent her community in the best possible way is is beyond honorable. Horror Fuel: “The trailer for Apple TV’s “See” is

Continue reading →
Horror Fuel

Horror Film ‘Ballet Blanc’ Dancing Towards Its Release

Anne -Sophie Dutoit‘s genre film Ballet Blanc is dancing into theaters this November. A bloody horror film, Dutoit’s latest film focuses on a young boy, left behind by his ballet troupe. Developed to be evil, this boy is now out on a reign of terror. Dutoit is one of the youngest directors in the horror genre, with her first screenplay written at sixteen and her first feature shot at eighteen. This latest film is set to scorch screens across U.S. theatres, in just a few days. Dutoit has brought her own experience, from the ballet world to the screen. Working on the idea of a performer turned evil by their instructor, this director explores a bloody, violent world as seen in the film’s first teaser. Now, only one force can stop this child (Colter Carlbom-Mann), or there is no more hope for good. Shelley Starrett, Brian Woods, Franco Fox, and Catherine Lassesen also star. Ballet Blanc will screen in a

Continue reading →
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The Sanderson Sisters Are Back For ‘Hocus Pocus 2’!

Fans of Hocus Pocus were stoked to learn in early October that Disney + has begun working on a sequel, but people have been wondering the original Sanderson sisters will be returning. Today, we can answer that. Star Sarah Jessica Parker has now revealed on Instagram that she, Bette Milder, and Kathy Najimy will all be returning as the sister witches. After posting a photo of the sisters a fan asked about the status of the sequel and Parker responded “We have all said yes. Now we wait. X.” “Workaholics” writer and co-producer Jen D’Angelo is on board to pen the script for the sequel.

Continue reading →
Horror Fuel

Slayer Teams Up With BJ McDonnell For Brutal Film ‘Slayer: The Repentless Killogy’

Filmmaker BJ McDonnell (Hatchet III) is bringing horror and Metal to life with Slayer: The Repentless Killogy. Featuring a skull-crushing soundtrack by metal legends Slayer, the film will screen world-wide at theaters for one-night-only this November, from Trafalgar Releasing. But wait, that’s not all, immediately following Slayer: The Repentless Killogy, fans will be able to watch the entire Slayer concert filmed at their August 5, 2017 concert in Los Angeles as well as a cinema-exclusive welcome from the band captured during the South American leg of their Final World Tour. As one cohesive story built around the music videos for “You Against You,” “Repentless” and “Pride in Prejudice” (all from Slayer’s final studio album, Repentless), the film is an ode to the heavy metal brutality that Slayer has come to represent in the music world. This badass and bloody short film stars Jason Trost (Beats of Rage), Danny Trejo (Machete, From Dusk Til Dawn), Richard Speight (Band of Brothers, Supernatural),

Continue reading →
Horror Fuel

Clive Barker’s “Books Of Blood” Being Adapted For Film

Hulu is teaming up with Brannon Braga, producer of “The Orville”, to adapt Clive Barker’s horror anthology series Books of Blood for a feature film. Braga, also known for his work on the Star Trek franchise, will be making his directorial debut, as well as co-writing the script and serving as an executive producer. The horror novel series consists of six books that were published between 1984 and 1985. Several of the stories from Books of Blood have already been adapted for both film and TV, including “The Forbidden” which became the inspiration for the horror classic Candyman, and the 2008 film The Midnight Meat Train starring Bradley Cooper. Anna Friel (The Girlfriend Experience), Britt Robertson (Under the Dome), Rafi Gavron (Godfather of Harlem), and Yul Vazquez (Russian Doll) are starring in the adaptation. Adam Simon, co-creator of “Salem”, will be co-writing the film which will feature three tales from the novels. Friel is set to play the role of

Continue reading →
Horror Fuel

Robert Rodriguez’s Next Project Will Be ‘Hypnotic’

One of legendary filmmaker Robert Rodriguez‘s new projects is the big-budget ($60-80 million) sci-fi thriller Hypnotic. The film was co-written by Rodriguez and Max Borenstein (Kong Island) and centers on “a detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a string of impossible high-end heists.” With a budget of between $60 and $80 million) Hypnotic is being produced by Solstice Studios and Studio 8, according to Deadline.

Continue reading →
Horror Fuel

‘PandaMonium’ Unleashed In New Trailer

British indie film company Mycho Entertainment Group has unleashed the trailer for PandaMonium, the prequel to 2016’s Slasher House II. In Slasher House II we were introduced to the infamous Panda-headed killer Jacob Jakushi (David Hon Ma Chu) who is returning for the standalone film from writer-director MJ Dixon. “The guys on Level 6 like to work hard, and party harder, that means the best booze, the finest drugs, and hottest women money can buy. Unfortunately for them the Strippers they’ve just hired have come with an unwanted guest. Jacob, Jakushi, the infamous ‘Stripper Ripper’ with an oversized Panda mask and a taste for exotic dancers has these girls in his sights and he’ll stop at nothing to get what he wants. It’s now Strippers VS PandaHeaded Serial Killer as they fight to survive the office party from hell. PandaMonium takes the idea of Strippers at the office party to whole new level, it really works with what we’ve done

Continue reading →
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This December Witness The Most Dangerous Game In ‘American Hunt’

This December, witness the most dangerous game imaginable in American Hunt (AKA The Hunt) from the director of Clowntergeist, and from the studio that brought you The Jurassic Games and Cannibal Farm, comes the most controversial horror release of 2019. In the film, “a group of friends is torn apart when they become part of two human hunter’s sick game. The men give them ten minutes to hide, and then the real hunt begins.” Written and directed by Aaron Mirtes, and starring Lacy Hartselle, Taylor Novak, and Allison Shrum, the American Hunt begins December 3rd on DVD and Digital from High Octane Pictures.

Continue reading →
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Jennifer Kent’s ‘The Nightingale’ Landing On Digital

From Jennifer Kent, the director of The Babadook, comes The Nightingale, a period thriller about a woman’s mission of revenge. Aisling Franciosi, Baykali Ganambarr, Sam Claflin, and Damon Herriman star in this controversial film that had audiences fleeing theaters due to its graphic violence. Set in the 18th century, this historical horror follows the story of 21-year-old Irish convict Clare (Aisling Franciosi) as she sets out to avenge her family. Kristina Ceyton, Bruna Papandrea, Steve Hutensky produced. The Nightingale lands on Digital November 1, 2019, from IFC Films.

Continue reading →
Oct 31, 2019
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“Cult-Tastic” Docu Series Premiering On Shout! Factory TV

Shout! Factory TV, the digital entertainment streaming service, is set to launch its first original digital docuseries “Cult-Tastic: Tales From the Trenches with Roger and Julie Corman.” Created, written and co-produced by Ashley Sidaway and Robert Sidaway, the 13-part series about the life and work of Roger and Julie Corman, provides viewers an extraordinary look inside the Cormans’ cinematic universe and features extensive in-depth interviews. In the series, the Cormans draw upon their vast filmography and footage from over 130 films spanning seven decades. Within each episode, the legendary filmmakers share insightful stories and defining moments from their movies, recall talent and young filmmakers they fostered, as well as provide behind-the-scenes perspectives on how they produced some of the smallest budget films that went on to achieve box-office gold. Known for their acute ability to recognize young talent, the Cormans’ lasting legacy will undoubtedly be the legion of producers, directors, writers, and actors they have cultivated. Throughout the series, Roger

Continue reading →
Oct 31, 2019