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Christopher Nolan is back with a mythic action epic, The Odyssey. The film uses brand-new IMAX® technology to capture Homer’s foundational saga. This marks the first time this legendary story will grace giant IMAX® screens. An Unrivaled Ensemble Cast The cast list reads like a Hollywood “Who’s Who”. Matt Damon leads the film as the weary Odysseus. Anne Hathaway plays his loyal wife, Penelope. Tom Holland stars as their son, Telemachus. Charlize Theron appears as the nymph Calypso. Robert Pattinson plays the sniveling suitor Antinous. And Zendaya portrays the wise goddess Athena. The film also features Lupita Nyong’o, Jon Bernthal, John Leguizamo, and Benny Safdie. Mia Goth and Himesh Patel round out this massive, powerhouse ensemble. A New Trailer The latest trailer has arrived, and it’s absolutely stunning. It opens with Matt Damon saying goodbye to his wife (Hathaway) before cutting to a sailing ship, battles, a cyclops, and Odysseus’ son (Holland), who has never given up hope of his
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Netflix recently shared the first trailer for its “Lord of the Flies” limited series adaptation of William Golding’s disturbing 1954 classic, and it brings back a flood of memories from when I was a kid, forced to read it in school like millions of others. Now, it’s coming home. Jack Thorne (Adolescence) adapted the book for television for the first time, with Marc Munden of “Utopia” serving as director. The story follows English schoolboys who crash-land on a desert island. Innocence quickly descends into absolute savagery as they fight for survival and ranking. The Trailer The trailer offers a glimpse at the initial, terrifying plane crash. It shows the boys at odds, calling each other “failures.” To add to the desperation, they fear who might be “next” on the chopping block. Tensions boil over as the group hunts one of their own survivors. “We have to kill the beast,” the trailer ominously concludes. This final line features newcomer David McKenna
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Buckle up, horror fans, because the mastermind behind Barbarian is officially taking us back to the world of survival horror! Zach Cregger is reinventing Resident Evil, and the first teaser trailer promises a “seriously fucked up situation.” Forget everything you think you know about the franchise. This isn’t just a reboot; it’s a total visionary overhaul that will leave you breathless. A Night from Absolute Hell Austin Abrams stars as Bryan, a medical courier just trying to finish his shift. Unfortunately for him, one fateful night collapses into pure, unadulterated chaos. Bryan finds himself trapped in a non-stop race for survival as the world rots around him. This is a high-octane nightmare and terrifying new chapter for the iconic series. The Ultimate Horror Dream Team Cregger isn’t going into this zombie-infested fray alone. He co-wrote the script with Shay Hatten, the high-action genius behind John Wick: Chapters 3 & 4. If that doesn’t scream “intense,” check out this powerhouse supporting
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“The Institute,” based on Stephen King’s novel, has been officially renewed for its second season by MGM+. Getting renewed was one of the topics discussed during my interview with the cast. “The Institute” follows the story of teen genius Luke Ellis (played by Joe Freeman). A young man who is kidnapped. He wakes up in a mysterious facility called The Institute. It’s a place filled with children who all arrived the same way he did. And they all possess unusual abilities that the Institute uses for nefarious purposes. Meanwhile, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson (played by Ben Barnes) has come looking to start a new life. However, peace won’t last for long. His story and Luke’s are destined to collide following a terrifying series of events. I recently sat down with three of the series’ stars: Joe Freeman (Luke), Simone Miller (Kalisha), and Fionn Laird (Nicky). Watch as the cast discusses the series, their characters, and what they hope
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Prepare for a terrifying cinematic experience born from the twisted mind of a horror legend, Stephen King. A team of horror icons is gearing up to deliver the highly anticipated film adaptation of King’s The Monkey. Recently, we shared the first teaser trailer that gave us a glimpse of a blood-drenched Theo James. The film’s first poster has been unveiled today, reminding you that “Everybody dies. And that’s fucked up.” The film, directed by award-winning filmmaker Osgood Perkins ( Longlegs), is inspired by King’s original short story, which was featured in the 1985 collection Skeleton Crew. Emmy-nominated actor Theo James stars in a dual role as twin brothers Hal and Bill. When they unearth a seemingly harmless childhood toy, a wave of brutal deaths begins to plague them. Determined to break the curse, the brothers must confront the monkey’s sinister power before it claims everything they hold dear. Tatiana Maslany (“Orphan Black”) and Elijah Wood (“Lord of the Rings”) join
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Abrams ComicArts, a division of ABRAMS, recently published the third volume of the trilogy collection of the complete Simpsons Treehouse of Horror comics just in time for the Halloween season. Collected for the first time, these award-winning comics place the world’s most beloved animated family in exciting horror, science fiction, and supernatural settings, making this series the perfect gift for Simpsons fans of all ages. Packaged in a deluxe die-cut slipcase that glows in the dark, Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3: Fiendish Fables of Devilish Delicacies is the perfect addition to any Simpsons collection. The Treehouse of Horror started as an annual Halloween tradition on The Simpsons, beginning during the second season in 1990. In 1995, the first 23 comics were produced, with all-new stories written and illustrated by some of the biggest names in comics and entertainment. The Deluxe Hardcover of Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3 is available now for $44.99. The collection
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Following the success of his 2020 Shudder Original Anything for Jackson, director Justin Dyck, whom we interviewed about the movie, is back. He is set to unleash the new horror film William, a collaboration with Chris Sivertson (Monstrous). The film is an adaptation of Andrew Pyper’s novel of the same name. Described as a “contained sci-fi horror film that blends the worlds of Ex Machina and The Amityville Horror,” William centers on Henry. Henry is a brilliant engineer named William who created an artificially intelligent consciousness. Agoraphobic and obsessed with his project, Henry keeps William hidden in his attic, away from his pregnant wife, Lily. When Lily’s coworkers visit, Henry introduces them to William. This leads to them being trapped inside the house, turning it into a deadly prison. William isn’t Justin Dyck’s only upcoming movie. He is also in pre-production on The Casket Girls, another horror movie. Watch Anything for Jackson now on Shudder.
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H.P. Lovecraft’s works are hard to put into film or games properly. Attempts have been made over the years with some decent attempts, and some flat-out missing the point. Bit Golem and Feardemic have done something I have not seen done before, making a 100% faithful adaptation of not one but three of Lovecraft’s short stories! This is Dagon: Complete Edition. Dagon: Complete Edition puts players into one of Lovecraft’s most iconic short stories, Dagon where they can experience the story firsthand as it’s narrated to them by the tale’s protagonist. Now, onto the game itself! Dagon: Complete Edition‘s controls are impossible to not master as the game mainly involves the player observing their surroundings, zooming in on objects, and clicking on prompts. This is the main part of the gameplay, the player just controls the camera and when the narration stops and it’s allowed, you can look around to see if you can find any hidden elder signs that
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From James Wan’s Atomic Monster and series creator Ian McCulloch (“Yellowstone”) comes the chilling new sci-fi horror series “Teacup“. Ahead of its premiere this week, I sat down for an interview with the creator and the cast to discuss the intense series. Watch the interviews below. “Teacup” centers on a group of people trapped on a rural farm in Georgia. To survive, they must come together to face an out-of-this-world threat. A stranger appears and draws a line around the farm; one step over the line is deadly. Family drama and grotesque deaths add to the chaos and well-built tension of the series, which will be your new obsession. Inspired by Robert R. McCammon’s hit novel Stinger, the series stars “The Handmaid’s Tale” actress Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Kathy Baker (“Coclony”), Boris McGiver (“Evil”), Chaske Spencer (Twilight franchise) and Rob Morgan (“Lawmen: Bass Reeves”). Caleb Dolden and Emilie Bierre round out the talented ensemble cast. The first two
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Salem’s Lot, The Monkey, new adaptations of Stephen King‘s classic novels, seem to be constantly heading your way, not that we’re complaining! The latest adaptation is from Edgar Wright, the acclaimed director behind Shaun of the Dead and Last Night in Soho. He’s bringing a new adaptation of The Running Man to the big screen. Not only is Wright directing, but he will also be producing alongside his longtime partners, Nira Park and Simon Kinberg. Glen Powell, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Twisters, will lead the cast as the protagonist. Joining him is Katy O’Brian, who recently starred in Love Lies Bleeding. Stephen King’s novel The Running Man was originally published under the pseudonym Richard Bachman in 1982. It presents a dystopian future where a falsely convicted police officer must participate in a deadly TV game show to survive. The 1987 film adaptation, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, remains a beloved classic. Wright’s version is expected to stay
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Christopher Nolan is back with a mythic action epic, The Odyssey. The film uses brand-new IMAX® technology to capture Homer’s foundational saga. This marks the first time this legendary story will grace giant IMAX® screens. An Unrivaled Ensemble Cast The cast list reads like a Hollywood “Who’s Who”. Matt Damon leads the film as the weary Odysseus. Anne Hathaway plays his loyal wife, Penelope. Tom Holland stars as their son, Telemachus. Charlize Theron appears as the nymph Calypso. Robert Pattinson plays the sniveling suitor Antinous. And Zendaya portrays the wise goddess Athena. The film also features Lupita Nyong’o, Jon Bernthal, John Leguizamo, and Benny Safdie. Mia Goth and Himesh Patel round out this massive, powerhouse ensemble. A New Trailer The latest trailer has arrived, and it’s absolutely stunning. It opens with Matt Damon saying goodbye to his wife (Hathaway) before cutting to a sailing ship, battles, a cyclops, and Odysseus’ son (Holland), who has never given up hope of his
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksNetflixStreaming TVTrailers
Netflix recently shared the first trailer for its “Lord of the Flies” limited series adaptation of William Golding’s disturbing 1954 classic, and it brings back a flood of memories from when I was a kid, forced to read it in school like millions of others. Now, it’s coming home. Jack Thorne (Adolescence) adapted the book for television for the first time, with Marc Munden of “Utopia” serving as director. The story follows English schoolboys who crash-land on a desert island. Innocence quickly descends into absolute savagery as they fight for survival and ranking. The Trailer The trailer offers a glimpse at the initial, terrifying plane crash. It shows the boys at odds, calling each other “failures.” To add to the desperation, they fear who might be “next” on the chopping block. Tensions boil over as the group hunts one of their own survivors. “We have to kill the beast,” the trailer ominously concludes. This final line features newcomer David McKenna
Continue reading →
AdaptationGamingMoviesNewsTrailers
Buckle up, horror fans, because the mastermind behind Barbarian is officially taking us back to the world of survival horror! Zach Cregger is reinventing Resident Evil, and the first teaser trailer promises a “seriously fucked up situation.” Forget everything you think you know about the franchise. This isn’t just a reboot; it’s a total visionary overhaul that will leave you breathless. A Night from Absolute Hell Austin Abrams stars as Bryan, a medical courier just trying to finish his shift. Unfortunately for him, one fateful night collapses into pure, unadulterated chaos. Bryan finds himself trapped in a non-stop race for survival as the world rots around him. This is a high-octane nightmare and terrifying new chapter for the iconic series. The Ultimate Horror Dream Team Cregger isn’t going into this zombie-infested fray alone. He co-wrote the script with Shay Hatten, the high-action genius behind John Wick: Chapters 3 & 4. If that doesn’t scream “intense,” check out this powerhouse supporting
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksInterviewsMGM+NewsStreaming TV
“The Institute,” based on Stephen King’s novel, has been officially renewed for its second season by MGM+. Getting renewed was one of the topics discussed during my interview with the cast. “The Institute” follows the story of teen genius Luke Ellis (played by Joe Freeman). A young man who is kidnapped. He wakes up in a mysterious facility called The Institute. It’s a place filled with children who all arrived the same way he did. And they all possess unusual abilities that the Institute uses for nefarious purposes. Meanwhile, haunted former police officer Tim Jamieson (played by Ben Barnes) has come looking to start a new life. However, peace won’t last for long. His story and Luke’s are destined to collide following a terrifying series of events. I recently sat down with three of the series’ stars: Joe Freeman (Luke), Simone Miller (Kalisha), and Fionn Laird (Nicky). Watch as the cast discusses the series, their characters, and what they hope
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesNews
Prepare for a terrifying cinematic experience born from the twisted mind of a horror legend, Stephen King. A team of horror icons is gearing up to deliver the highly anticipated film adaptation of King’s The Monkey. Recently, we shared the first teaser trailer that gave us a glimpse of a blood-drenched Theo James. The film’s first poster has been unveiled today, reminding you that “Everybody dies. And that’s fucked up.” The film, directed by award-winning filmmaker Osgood Perkins ( Longlegs), is inspired by King’s original short story, which was featured in the 1985 collection Skeleton Crew. Emmy-nominated actor Theo James stars in a dual role as twin brothers Hal and Bill. When they unearth a seemingly harmless childhood toy, a wave of brutal deaths begins to plague them. Determined to break the curse, the brothers must confront the monkey’s sinister power before it claims everything they hold dear. Tatiana Maslany (“Orphan Black”) and Elijah Wood (“Lord of the Rings”) join
Continue reading →
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Abrams ComicArts, a division of ABRAMS, recently published the third volume of the trilogy collection of the complete Simpsons Treehouse of Horror comics just in time for the Halloween season. Collected for the first time, these award-winning comics place the world’s most beloved animated family in exciting horror, science fiction, and supernatural settings, making this series the perfect gift for Simpsons fans of all ages. Packaged in a deluxe die-cut slipcase that glows in the dark, Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3: Fiendish Fables of Devilish Delicacies is the perfect addition to any Simpsons collection. The Treehouse of Horror started as an annual Halloween tradition on The Simpsons, beginning during the second season in 1990. In 1995, the first 23 comics were produced, with all-new stories written and illustrated by some of the biggest names in comics and entertainment. The Deluxe Hardcover of Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Volume 3 is available now for $44.99. The collection
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesNews
Following the success of his 2020 Shudder Original Anything for Jackson, director Justin Dyck, whom we interviewed about the movie, is back. He is set to unleash the new horror film William, a collaboration with Chris Sivertson (Monstrous). The film is an adaptation of Andrew Pyper’s novel of the same name. Described as a “contained sci-fi horror film that blends the worlds of Ex Machina and The Amityville Horror,” William centers on Henry. Henry is a brilliant engineer named William who created an artificially intelligent consciousness. Agoraphobic and obsessed with his project, Henry keeps William hidden in his attic, away from his pregnant wife, Lily. When Lily’s coworkers visit, Henry introduces them to William. This leads to them being trapped inside the house, turning it into a deadly prison. William isn’t Justin Dyck’s only upcoming movie. He is also in pre-production on The Casket Girls, another horror movie. Watch Anything for Jackson now on Shudder.
Continue reading →
AdaptationGamingParanormalProductReviews
H.P. Lovecraft’s works are hard to put into film or games properly. Attempts have been made over the years with some decent attempts, and some flat-out missing the point. Bit Golem and Feardemic have done something I have not seen done before, making a 100% faithful adaptation of not one but three of Lovecraft’s short stories! This is Dagon: Complete Edition. Dagon: Complete Edition puts players into one of Lovecraft’s most iconic short stories, Dagon where they can experience the story firsthand as it’s narrated to them by the tale’s protagonist. Now, onto the game itself! Dagon: Complete Edition‘s controls are impossible to not master as the game mainly involves the player observing their surroundings, zooming in on objects, and clicking on prompts. This is the main part of the gameplay, the player just controls the camera and when the narration stops and it’s allowed, you can look around to see if you can find any hidden elder signs that
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksInterviewsNewsPeacockStreaming TV
From James Wan’s Atomic Monster and series creator Ian McCulloch (“Yellowstone”) comes the chilling new sci-fi horror series “Teacup“. Ahead of its premiere this week, I sat down for an interview with the creator and the cast to discuss the intense series. Watch the interviews below. “Teacup” centers on a group of people trapped on a rural farm in Georgia. To survive, they must come together to face an out-of-this-world threat. A stranger appears and draws a line around the farm; one step over the line is deadly. Family drama and grotesque deaths add to the chaos and well-built tension of the series, which will be your new obsession. Inspired by Robert R. McCammon’s hit novel Stinger, the series stars “The Handmaid’s Tale” actress Yvonne Strahovski, Scott Speedman (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Kathy Baker (“Coclony”), Boris McGiver (“Evil”), Chaske Spencer (Twilight franchise) and Rob Morgan (“Lawmen: Bass Reeves”). Caleb Dolden and Emilie Bierre round out the talented ensemble cast. The first two
Continue reading →
AdaptationBooksMoviesNews
Salem’s Lot, The Monkey, new adaptations of Stephen King‘s classic novels, seem to be constantly heading your way, not that we’re complaining! The latest adaptation is from Edgar Wright, the acclaimed director behind Shaun of the Dead and Last Night in Soho. He’s bringing a new adaptation of The Running Man to the big screen. Not only is Wright directing, but he will also be producing alongside his longtime partners, Nira Park and Simon Kinberg. Glen Powell, known for his roles in Top Gun: Maverick and Twisters, will lead the cast as the protagonist. Joining him is Katy O’Brian, who recently starred in Love Lies Bleeding. Stephen King’s novel The Running Man was originally published under the pseudonym Richard Bachman in 1982. It presents a dystopian future where a falsely convicted police officer must participate in a deadly TV game show to survive. The 1987 film adaptation, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger, remains a beloved classic. Wright’s version is expected to stay
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