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If you are an ’80s kid you will have no problem remembering the Garbage Pail Kids. Now, a documentary is headed our way later this month that will explore the story behind those gross characters that were so near and dear to our hearts, from directors Jeff Zapata and Joe Simko. The Garbage Pail Kids were everywhere in the 80s. You might remember the movie or the cartoon, the trading cards, the dolls, or all of the other merchandise. I’ll be honest, I had quite the collection of trading cards back in the day and to my mother’s dismay, I wore out my VHS copy of the movie. Honestly, what kid could resist characters like Adam Bomb, Dead Ted, Nat Nerd, Nervous Rex, Sicky Vicky, Ali Gator, and One-Eyed Jack? Let’s not forget Donald Dump, the character based on Donald Trump. From the Press Release: West Hollywood, California (Tuesday, August 8th) – Indican Pictures is set to release the pivotal
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Ahead of its August 26th screening at Fright Fest in London, Masterfully Macabre Entertainment has unveiled the theatrical trailer and poster for To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story (above). According to Masterfully Macabre, the new theatrical poster was designed to “reflect both the horror and mainstream documentary audience,” and features some of the films that Hodder has appeared in, including several of the Friday the 13th titles, Hatchet, and more. Kane Hodder, who has starred in many films, over 120 in fact, but he is probably most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. This documentary will take us on a journey through his life, his career, and the incredible challenges he has overcome to take his place as a horror icon. Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street), Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), Ted White (Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter), and Sean S. Cunningham (Friday the 13th) are just a few of the
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As the Halloween season approaches, one of our favorite things, haunted attractions, are beginning to advertise. But have you ever wondered what goes into creating the haunted attractions that we love so much? A new documentary, titled Haunters: The Art of the Scare, delves into the lives of those who spend their time creating some of the biggest and most amazing attractions. The good news is, the documentary has just announced its release date and it will be out in time for Halloween. From the Press Release: HAUNTERS explores the rise of fear as entertainment and escapism, by going behind-the-screams and into the lives of Shar Mayer, legendary scare actor, Donald Julson, a traditional boo-scare maze designer, and the infamous Russ McKamey, as he creates the most controversial full-contact haunt of all time… in his own backyard. Also featuring John Murdy (Universal Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights), Jon Braver (Delusion), Josh Randall (Blackout), Eric Lowther (Haunted Overload), Bruce Stanton (Reign of
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The paranormal documentary Hotel Camarillo is now streaming on Amazon Prime.The documentary takes viewers inside the infamous Camarillo State Mental Hospital in Texas where a team of paranormal investigators gather evidence of ghostly activity. From the Press Release: LOS ANGELES, CA July 3rd – Reel Nightmare Films has released the paranormal documentary feature film ‘Hotel Camarillo’ on Amazon Prime and Amazon Video. The official synopsis reads: “A paranormal investigation takes us inside the abandoned Camarillo State Mental Hospital in California. Featuring real archival footage, EVP, photos and interviews with the investigators documenting the paranormal activity inside the reportedly haunted location.” “Hotel Camarillo is a must-see for fans of paranormal investigations and ghost hunters; and for anyone who finds historical locations interesting.” Says Armand Petri, Head of Operations at Reel Nightmare Films. Written & directed by Wayne Poe, and produced by Seventh Planet Productions; Hotel Camarillo is now available to Amazon Prime subscribers in the US, UK, DE & JP. The
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Horror documentaries are more popular than ever, and we couldn’t be happier. Not only is there documentaries on IT and horror icon Kane Hodder, known for wearing the Jason Voorhees mask, there is now one in the works for our favorite wisecracking, bladed-glove wearing, man of our dreams, Freddy Krueger, well, sort of. Titled FredHeads: A Documentary About Fandom, the upcoming documentary from Venn Pictures will explore how A Nightmare on Elm Street has changed the lives of it’s fans. “The documentary will follow 3 fans as they tell their story and what their journey in the Nightmare community has been; some as fans, others rising through popularity. Along the way, we will be filming at conventions and getting as many fan stories as possible to feature as many fans as we can in the documentary.” Filming for the documentary will take place in Chicago at Flashback Weekend this August and Scarefest this September where Robert Englund, Freddy himself, will
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Back in May, we shared the first clip from Masterfully Macabre Entertainment’s documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story. Now, we have the exclusive first images from the documentary to share with you, via Masterfully Macabre. Kane Hodder, who has starred in many films, over 120 in fact, but he is probably most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. This documentary will take us on a journey through his life, his career, and the incredible challenges he has over come to become a horror icon. Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street), Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), Ted White (Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter), and Sean S. Cunningham (Friday the 13th) are just a few of the interviews fans will see. To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder has already began its festival rounds. Visit the official website to find out more about the documentary. Follow Masterfully Macabre on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
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Back in March we first told you about the upcoming documentary Pennywise: The Story of IT. Today, have a first look and bring the news that the documentary has kicked off an Indiegogo campaign seeking to raise £20,000. Currently, they have raised 15% of their goal, so they are calling on fans of IT for their help. The documentary is being produced by the Dead Mouse production company who were also behind You’re So Cool, Brewster! The Story of Fright Night and Unearthed and Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary. Chris Griffiths is directing. The documentary is made as a labour of love by a team of IT fans and this is YOUR unique opportunity to get on board and not only be part of this amazing project BUT make it a reality.” The documentary has a growing list of impressive interviewees including Tim Curry, the man who made Pennywise the terrifying creature that sparked the fear of clowns in
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The first sneak peek clip has arrived from the documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story. Kane Hodder, that is a name every true horror fan recognizes. He has starred in many films, over 120 in fact, but is probably most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. Hodder has appeared as both an actor and a stunt man and now his fans can learn more about his life, his career, and his determination in the documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story, from Masterfully Macabre Entertainment. During the clip, “in a candid moment, Robert Englund reveals that horror films used to not garner much respect among the film industry, but is now “a go-to, popcorn ingredient in the soul of Hollywood.” Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp) describes stories of Kane’s strong relationship with his fans, while Ted White (Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter) discusses his “jealousy” of Kane’s popularity at conventions.
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Kane Hodder, that is a name every true horror fan recognizes. He has starred in many films but is most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. Hodder has appeared in over 120 films as both an actor and a stunt man and now his fans can learn more about his life, his career, and his determination in the documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story, from Masterfully Macabre Entertainment, which has now wrapped production and is gearing up to begin its film festival rounds. From the Press Release: Los Angeles, CA May 9, 2017- Masterfully Macabre Entertainment (“MME”) announced today that they have put the final touches on their latest documentary, To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story. This in-depth biographical documentary on horror icon, Kane Hodder, features interviews with cinema legends, including Bruce Campbell (Ash vs. Evil Dead), Robert Englund (Freddy Krueger), and Cassandra Peterson (Elvira: Mistress of the Dark). To
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In 1956, Edward D. Wood Jr. began production on a film called Grave Robbers from Space. And even though it had been screened privately at the Carlton Theatre in Los Angeles in March 0f 1957, it wouldn’t be released until July of 1959 under it’s new title, Plan 9 from Outer Space. Over the years it has clawed its way to becoming a cult classic while still being saddled with the dubious honor(?) of being the worst film ever made. Of course over the years it has faced tough competition from films that threaten to overthrow the film from its throne of utter mediocrity. Such films vying for the lowest rung are Ishtar, Gigli, From Justin to Kelly, Grease 2, Glitter and Troll 2. The list could seriously go on and on, but these are these movies are knocking hard at the doors and windows trying to grab that crown. Now what was it that made Plan 9 so bad?
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If you are an ’80s kid you will have no problem remembering the Garbage Pail Kids. Now, a documentary is headed our way later this month that will explore the story behind those gross characters that were so near and dear to our hearts, from directors Jeff Zapata and Joe Simko. The Garbage Pail Kids were everywhere in the 80s. You might remember the movie or the cartoon, the trading cards, the dolls, or all of the other merchandise. I’ll be honest, I had quite the collection of trading cards back in the day and to my mother’s dismay, I wore out my VHS copy of the movie. Honestly, what kid could resist characters like Adam Bomb, Dead Ted, Nat Nerd, Nervous Rex, Sicky Vicky, Ali Gator, and One-Eyed Jack? Let’s not forget Donald Dump, the character based on Donald Trump. From the Press Release: West Hollywood, California (Tuesday, August 8th) – Indican Pictures is set to release the pivotal
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Ahead of its August 26th screening at Fright Fest in London, Masterfully Macabre Entertainment has unveiled the theatrical trailer and poster for To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story (above). According to Masterfully Macabre, the new theatrical poster was designed to “reflect both the horror and mainstream documentary audience,” and features some of the films that Hodder has appeared in, including several of the Friday the 13th titles, Hatchet, and more. Kane Hodder, who has starred in many films, over 120 in fact, but he is probably most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. This documentary will take us on a journey through his life, his career, and the incredible challenges he has overcome to take his place as a horror icon. Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street), Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), Ted White (Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter), and Sean S. Cunningham (Friday the 13th) are just a few of the
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As the Halloween season approaches, one of our favorite things, haunted attractions, are beginning to advertise. But have you ever wondered what goes into creating the haunted attractions that we love so much? A new documentary, titled Haunters: The Art of the Scare, delves into the lives of those who spend their time creating some of the biggest and most amazing attractions. The good news is, the documentary has just announced its release date and it will be out in time for Halloween. From the Press Release: HAUNTERS explores the rise of fear as entertainment and escapism, by going behind-the-screams and into the lives of Shar Mayer, legendary scare actor, Donald Julson, a traditional boo-scare maze designer, and the infamous Russ McKamey, as he creates the most controversial full-contact haunt of all time… in his own backyard. Also featuring John Murdy (Universal Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights), Jon Braver (Delusion), Josh Randall (Blackout), Eric Lowther (Haunted Overload), Bruce Stanton (Reign of
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The paranormal documentary Hotel Camarillo is now streaming on Amazon Prime.The documentary takes viewers inside the infamous Camarillo State Mental Hospital in Texas where a team of paranormal investigators gather evidence of ghostly activity. From the Press Release: LOS ANGELES, CA July 3rd – Reel Nightmare Films has released the paranormal documentary feature film ‘Hotel Camarillo’ on Amazon Prime and Amazon Video. The official synopsis reads: “A paranormal investigation takes us inside the abandoned Camarillo State Mental Hospital in California. Featuring real archival footage, EVP, photos and interviews with the investigators documenting the paranormal activity inside the reportedly haunted location.” “Hotel Camarillo is a must-see for fans of paranormal investigations and ghost hunters; and for anyone who finds historical locations interesting.” Says Armand Petri, Head of Operations at Reel Nightmare Films. Written & directed by Wayne Poe, and produced by Seventh Planet Productions; Hotel Camarillo is now available to Amazon Prime subscribers in the US, UK, DE & JP. The
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Horror documentaries are more popular than ever, and we couldn’t be happier. Not only is there documentaries on IT and horror icon Kane Hodder, known for wearing the Jason Voorhees mask, there is now one in the works for our favorite wisecracking, bladed-glove wearing, man of our dreams, Freddy Krueger, well, sort of. Titled FredHeads: A Documentary About Fandom, the upcoming documentary from Venn Pictures will explore how A Nightmare on Elm Street has changed the lives of it’s fans. “The documentary will follow 3 fans as they tell their story and what their journey in the Nightmare community has been; some as fans, others rising through popularity. Along the way, we will be filming at conventions and getting as many fan stories as possible to feature as many fans as we can in the documentary.” Filming for the documentary will take place in Chicago at Flashback Weekend this August and Scarefest this September where Robert Englund, Freddy himself, will
Continue reading →
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Back in May, we shared the first clip from Masterfully Macabre Entertainment’s documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story. Now, we have the exclusive first images from the documentary to share with you, via Masterfully Macabre. Kane Hodder, who has starred in many films, over 120 in fact, but he is probably most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. This documentary will take us on a journey through his life, his career, and the incredible challenges he has over come to become a horror icon. Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street), Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), Ted White (Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter), and Sean S. Cunningham (Friday the 13th) are just a few of the interviews fans will see. To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder has already began its festival rounds. Visit the official website to find out more about the documentary. Follow Masterfully Macabre on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram
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Back in March we first told you about the upcoming documentary Pennywise: The Story of IT. Today, have a first look and bring the news that the documentary has kicked off an Indiegogo campaign seeking to raise £20,000. Currently, they have raised 15% of their goal, so they are calling on fans of IT for their help. The documentary is being produced by the Dead Mouse production company who were also behind You’re So Cool, Brewster! The Story of Fright Night and Unearthed and Untold: The Path to Pet Sematary. Chris Griffiths is directing. The documentary is made as a labour of love by a team of IT fans and this is YOUR unique opportunity to get on board and not only be part of this amazing project BUT make it a reality.” The documentary has a growing list of impressive interviewees including Tim Curry, the man who made Pennywise the terrifying creature that sparked the fear of clowns in
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The first sneak peek clip has arrived from the documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story. Kane Hodder, that is a name every true horror fan recognizes. He has starred in many films, over 120 in fact, but is probably most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. Hodder has appeared as both an actor and a stunt man and now his fans can learn more about his life, his career, and his determination in the documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story, from Masterfully Macabre Entertainment. During the clip, “in a candid moment, Robert Englund reveals that horror films used to not garner much respect among the film industry, but is now “a go-to, popcorn ingredient in the soul of Hollywood.” Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp) describes stories of Kane’s strong relationship with his fans, while Ted White (Friday the 13th: The Final Chapter) discusses his “jealousy” of Kane’s popularity at conventions.
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Kane Hodder, that is a name every true horror fan recognizes. He has starred in many films but is most recognized as the man behind the hockey mask of Jason Voorhees. Hodder has appeared in over 120 films as both an actor and a stunt man and now his fans can learn more about his life, his career, and his determination in the documentary To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story, from Masterfully Macabre Entertainment, which has now wrapped production and is gearing up to begin its film festival rounds. From the Press Release: Los Angeles, CA May 9, 2017- Masterfully Macabre Entertainment (“MME”) announced today that they have put the final touches on their latest documentary, To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story. This in-depth biographical documentary on horror icon, Kane Hodder, features interviews with cinema legends, including Bruce Campbell (Ash vs. Evil Dead), Robert Englund (Freddy Krueger), and Cassandra Peterson (Elvira: Mistress of the Dark). To
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In 1956, Edward D. Wood Jr. began production on a film called Grave Robbers from Space. And even though it had been screened privately at the Carlton Theatre in Los Angeles in March 0f 1957, it wouldn’t be released until July of 1959 under it’s new title, Plan 9 from Outer Space. Over the years it has clawed its way to becoming a cult classic while still being saddled with the dubious honor(?) of being the worst film ever made. Of course over the years it has faced tough competition from films that threaten to overthrow the film from its throne of utter mediocrity. Such films vying for the lowest rung are Ishtar, Gigli, From Justin to Kelly, Grease 2, Glitter and Troll 2. The list could seriously go on and on, but these are these movies are knocking hard at the doors and windows trying to grab that crown. Now what was it that made Plan 9 so bad?
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