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Chill Out and Watch ‘Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire’ on Netflix

If you’ve been eagerly waiting for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire to hit a streaming service, we’ve got good news: the wait is over. The latest entry to the Ghostbusters franchise is coming to Netflix! Prepare for an epic intergenerational clash! The Spanglers join forces with the original Ghostbusters, who have been busy in their lab in their iconic NYC Firehouse. The Ghostbusters will face a chilling threat unlike anything they have seen before. An ancient artifact unleashes an icy evil entity. Our heroes have a bone-chilling mission: save their home and prevent a second Ice Age that could wipe out humanity. And they’re going to need all the help they can get! Frozen Empire reunites director Gil Kenan with co-writer Jason Reitman, continuing the legacy of the Ghostbusters franchise. The film boasts the return of our new favorite proton pack-wielding crew, Carrie Coon, Paul Rudd, and Mckenna Grace. They return, reprising their roles alongside the iconic original Ghostbusters cast members Bill

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 22, 2024

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HalloweenCostumes Unleashes Killer Michael Myers Items

Can you feel it? Halloween is coming, and we couldn’t be more excited! One of the best things about spooky season is decorating and turning your home into a fright-filled spooktacular. Like every year, HalloweenCostumes.com unleashes its new haunting items on the world. We recently shared the first look at their latest additions to their killer animatronics and inflatables line. Today, we’ve got the first look at two new items that pay homage to one of horror’s most iconic villains, Michael Myers. Nothing beats comfy clothing, shirts, and more when showing love to your favorite horror movies. One of HalloweenCostumes.com’s new items is a Michael Myers sweater. This soft sweater ($49.99), which goes up to 3X, features two lines of pumpkins with Michael and his knife in between. This sweater will leave you looking sharp, much like Micahel’s knife. The following product is an inflatable Michael Myers. This Michael is more than just an inflatable; he moves! Imagine a kid

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 22, 2024

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New ‘Toxic Avenger’ Movie Deemed “Unreleaseable”

In May 2022, we reported that Macon Blair’s upcoming Toxic Avenger movie scored a hard “R” rating. A trailer was released in September, but you may be wondering why it hasn’t been released yet. Well, that’s complicated. Multiple sources report that it may never be released. It has been deemed “unreleasable” and considered “too out there” to play in theaters. There’s also a lot of complicated licensing involved, which may be why distributors avoid it. Filmmaker and producer Adam Masnyk of Trick or Treat Studios recently took to X/Twitter. He stated that it is “not safe enough to market” and revealed that no one has acquired it to distribute. When all is said and done, it could maybe even turn out to be “lost media,” the filmmaker stated. The movie “follows Winston, a stereotypical weakling who works as a janitor at Garb-X health club and is diagnosed with a terminal illness that can only be cured by an expensive treatment

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 22, 2024

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Gear Up for a Fight, Earl vs. the Mutants is Out Now on Steam

Are you ready to fight to save humanity? Falling State Inc. has unleashed its highly anticipated survival adventure game, Earl vs. the Mutants, onto Steam. This action-packed game casts players as Earl, a fearless exterminator tasked with saving humanity from a horde of mutated monstrosities. Set in a post-apocalyptic world, Earl vs. the Mutants offers a unique blend of strategy and chaos. Players must navigate treacherous landscapes, upgrade their arsenal, and outsmart cunning boss mutants. With a focus on fast-paced, adrenaline-fueled gameplay, Earl vs. the Mutants offers a unique blend of strategy and chaos. The game sets the stage for a thrilling adventure in a nuclear apocalypse environment. Earl, the determined and brave employee of Edna’s Pest Control, takes on the mission to eliminate the mutant threat. With an array of high-tech gadgets, Earl’s journey turns pest control into a quest for humanity’s survival! The game is packed with killer features, including Dynamic character builds, vehicle-mounted weaponry, strategic 3D combat,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 22, 2024

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Beetlejuice and Samurai Jack Join Warner Bros.’ MultiVersus Game

Get ready for an epic showdown! Warner Bros. Games has announced that the highly anticipated Samurai Jack and the mischievous Beetlejuice are joining the MultiVersus roster as part of Season 2: Back in Time. Samurai Jack, the legendary warrior from the Cartoon Network series, will be wielding his katana starting July 23rd. Jack will be a formidable Bruiser class character known for his unmatched swordsmanship and agility. A special Righteous Warrior Jack character variant will also be available for purchase on the same day. The ghostly ghoul Beetlejuice is also set to join the fun later in the season. He’ll arrive just in time for the release of the highly anticipated Beetlejuice sequel. While the character’s details remain secretive, you can expect the iconic character to bring his signature brand of chaos to the MultiVersus arena. In addition to these exciting characters, Season 2 will introduce Ranked mode, allowing players to compete for leaderboard glory, and a new map, the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 21, 2024

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Anchor Bay Snags Jeff Daniel Phillips’ ‘Cursed in Baja’

Jeff Daniel Phillips is known for his roles in Rob Zombie’s 3 from Hell, The Lords of Salem, and Halloween II. However, the talented actor’s most recent role is in Cursed in Baja, which he wrote and directed. Variety reports that Anchor Bay has acquired the film ahead of its FrightFest premiere on August 23. In Cursed in Baja, an ex-lawman travels to Mexico to search for the heir to a Los Angeles fortune. But what he finds in Baja challenges him to the core. Phillips is joined by cast members Barbara Crampton (Suitable Flesh), Jose Conejo Martin (The Tax Collector), Michael Shamus Wiles (“Sons of Anarchy”), and Constance Forslund (Village of the Damned). Genre icon Douglas Tait (Halloween Kills, Annabell Comes Home, Freddy vs Jason) rounds out the cast. Cursed in Baja is produced by Kent Isaacs and Phillips. Brian Katz and Anchor Bay’s Thomas Zambeck executive produce. “We’re thrilled to bring Jeff and his vision into the Anchor

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 20, 2024

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Amy Adams’ Life Has Gone to the Dogs in First Look at ‘Nightbitch’

The upcoming film Nightbitch, whose first images have arrived via Vanity Fair, sees Amy Adams‘ character surrounded by dogs, transforming into something new. This darkly comedic horror film explores the challenges of motherhood with a surreal twist. It centers on a stay-at-home mom, simply known as “Mother,” grappling with the monotony of suburban life. Adams’ character slowly begins to exhibit canine-like behaviors. This bizarre transformation is humorous and unsettling, offering a fresh perspective on the complexities of motherhood. Marielle Heller, also behind A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, directed Nightbitch, which Heller and Rachel Yoder co-wrote. The film is based on Rachel Yoder’s 2021 book. It promises to be a thought-provoking, hair-raising experience that will have you howling at the moon. As for the cast, Argo actor Scoot McNairy joins Adams. Mary Holland (Happiest Season), Kerry O’Malley (“Snowpiercer”), Ella Thomas, and Roslyn Gentle round out the film’s cast. Amy Adams has a talent for playing a wide range of characters,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 20, 2024

Edgar Wright's 'The Running Man' Adaptation Scores Release Date

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New Adaptation of Stephen King’s ‘Running Man’ is Sprinting Towards the Big Screen

A new adaptation of Stephen King’s classic 1982 novel, The Running Man, is sprinting towards the big screen. The news came via IndieWire’s interview with Top Gun star Glen Powell, who also leads the cast of Twisters. In the interview, Powell confirmed that filming is set for this fall and that he is excited about the film. “The world that Edgar’s developed on this thing is just outrageous. It’s so good.” Powell told IndieWire, “We’re just both such big fans of the Stephen King book, and it’s going to be a great character. I’m so fired up about it.” The adaptation, from visionary director Edgar Wright (Shaun of the Dead), is based on King’s novel. This is not the first time the story has come to the big screen. In 1987, Arnold Schwarzenegger played the role of Ben Richards. A falsely convicted cop gets his shot at freedom when he is forced to participate in a TV game show where

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 19, 2024

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Trailer: Neo-Noir Thriller ‘Purgatory Jack’ Gearing Up for Release

Behind the recently released true-story-inspired horror film Wolves, Black Mandala has now unleashed the trailer for its new balls-to-the-wall, award-winning neo-noir mystery thriller, Purgatory Jack, which is packed with action. Directed by Brett and Jason Butler, the dynamic brother duo, this film blends elements of comedy and film noir. Expect over-the-top characters to create a unique and unforgettable cinematic experience. Tim Rozon of “Wynonna Earp” and “Surreal Estate” stars alongside Alexandra Beaton (Single All the Way). The cast also includes Emily Alatalo, Joel Thomas Hynes, Joel Gagne, and Lora Burke. Purgatory Jack is set in a dangerous, deadly, gritty, lawless world with body part collectors and outlaws. Private detective Jack Marlin (Rozon) has a new case, helping Viv Vacious, an overdosed pop-punk star, find her mother. By outwitting the outlaws, the two will unlock a murderous conspiracy and discover why blood is more than a drug. But can they survive it? The film had a triumphant festival run, taking home

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 19, 2024

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All-Star Cast Revealed for Tina Romero’s ‘Queens of the Dead’

Vanishing Angle has just revealed the stellar cast for the groundbreaking new horror comedy Queens of the Dead. Directed by horror legacy Tina Romero, daughter of the legendary George A. Romero. The script is a team effort from Romero and Erin Judge. Queens of the Dead follows an eclectic group of drag queens, club kids, and frenemies who must put aside their dramas and use their unique skills to combat the brain-thirsty undead when a zombie apocalypse breaks out in Brooklyn during their drag show. This film pays tribute to the iconic Romero zombie but with a fresh, contemporary, and queer twist. It features an ensemble of exceptional talent poised to deliver a genre-smashing, glam-gore thrill ride through the zombie apocalypse. The film features an impressive ensemble. The cast includes Katy O’Brian (Twisters), Margaret Cho (“Fire Island”), Nina West (RuPaul’s Drag Race), Brigette Lundy-Paine (I Saw The TV Glow), and Cheyenne Jackson (“American Horror Story,”). Tomas Matos, Quincy Dunn-Baker, Becca

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 19, 2024

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