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Filmmaker Nicholas Pineda has officially unleashed his feature directorial debut, Infirmary, now streaming on Shudder following its world premiere at Dances With Films NY. Fusing bodycam footage, surveillance feeds, and claustrophobic dread, this relentless indie horror aims to reignite a deep-seated terror of medical institutions. A Graveyard Shift From Hell The story follows Edward, a young security guard embarking on his very first overnight shift at the long-abandoned Wilshire Infirmary. Paired with Lester, a retiring guard whose erratic behavior instantly raises red flags, Edward quickly realizes the night will be anything but routine. When an unknown intruder breaches the facility and vanishes into thin air, Lester ventures alone into the dark, labyrinthine hallways—and disappears without a trace. Stranded as the asylum’s violent history awakens around him, Edward must survive malicious entities as his own sanity begins to fracture. A Fresh Vision for Found Footage Co-written by Katy Krauland and co-produced alongside Pineda, Infirmary aims to deliver a distinct, character-driven spin
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If there’s one golden rule that four decades of slasher cinema have drilled into our heads, it’s that you never—under any circumstances—set foot in Camp Crystal Lake! Anyone brave or foolish enough to ignore the warnings usually meets the sharp end of a Voorhees family weapon. But for die-hard horror fans who can’t resist flirting with danger, the ultimate bucket-list adventure has officially arrived. You can now win a chance to stay at the actual, real-life filming location of the 1980 classic! Win a Stay at the Real-Life “Camp Blood” Thanks to an exciting new initiative from the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism in partnership with the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission, horror aficionados can explore the Garden State’s richest cinematic haunts through the newly launched New Jersey Film Trails. To celebrate Halloween, Audacy and NEW 102.7 FM are kicking off the Spooky Season Trail. It’s a month-long, four-part video and radio series exploring iconic New
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Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi is officially thriving in horror. He’s just served fans with a first look at his second directorial feature, Wrong Number. Sharing sneak-peek images from the set on social media, the rapper, writer, director, and star teased the upcoming film. Also, he’s issued a warning: “Heads ain’t ready.” A Romance Turns Deadly “Kid Cudi” stars alongside Barbie Ferreira (Faces of Death) in a story centered on Ibn, a lonely self-help author whose life spirals out of control. An unexpected romance with a mysterious woman named Eliza (Ferreira) turns into a waking nightmare. Ibn finds himself hunted by an unseen stalker—one who is the suspect in a string of brutal murders. An Ensemble Cast Built for Thrills Rounding out the talent behind and in front of the camera, Wrong Number features a stacked supporting cast including Lucy Barrett (Deep Water), Dewayne Perkins (The Blackening), Clifton Powell (Ray), and Laura Harrier (Michael). Cinematographer Adam Madrzyk is handling the visual
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Everyone’s favorite blood-soaked antihero is trading her woodland survival gEveryone’spassport and a field badge. After premiering at the Fantasia International Film Festival, The Last Temptation of Becky has released its first-look teaser trailer. And it’s bloody good. This third entry in the cult-favorite franchise, following 2020’s Becky and 2023’s The Wrath of Becky, raises the body count to global proportions. The Mission: Infiltrating the Fourth Reich When viewers last saw Becky, played by Lulu Wilson, she was a heavily traumatized teenager who spent years fending off home invaders and extremist groups. Now, she’s back and ready for a fight. Now older and officially recruited as a CIA field agent, Becky faces her highest-stakes operation yet. WWII Terror Under the direction of her handler, played by genre staple Kate Siegel, Becky travels undercover to Poland. Her target is a family of innkeepers operating a tourist business at The Wolf’s Lair, the actual real-world WWII command bunker used by Adolf Hitler. Becky
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Let’s be honest: a toddler in a pumpkin suit is fine, but a four-legged family member dressed as a slasher icon is art. PetSmart has officially unleashed its 2026 Thrills & Chills Halloween collection, giving pet owners the golden opportunity to turn their sweet, innocent fur babies into terrifying movie monsters like Michael Myers and Chucky. Nothing screams Halloween quite like a golden retriever wielding a foam butcher knife or a Chihuahua turned into a killer. As a pet parent myself (of 6), I can confirm that critters in costumes are the cutest! Scaled, Furred, and Feathered Spookiness Dogs and cats aren’t the only ones getting in on the terrifying action this year. PetSmart has expanded the lineup to ensure no family pet feels left out of the seasonal humiliation. It’s offering exclusive costumes, interactive toys, seasonal treats, and accessories tailored specifically for dogs, cats, reptiles, and small pets. Whether you want to dress your bearded dragon as a tiny
Continue reading →
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A new era of interactive audience analytics arrives this Halloween season at film festivals and location-based entertainment centers across North America. ScareScore has officially launched its proprietary biometric platform, which translates real-time physiological responses into a personalized audience score. By syncing with standard smartwatches and wearable devices, ScareScore measures physical metrics like heart rate, heart-rate variability, and subtle movement. After establishing an individual baseline, the platform tracks moment-by-moment bodily reactions as onscreen or live-action thrillers unfold. Rather than relying on traditional post-show surveys or review scores, ScareScore captures authentic, real-time physical responses. Fans can instantly compare their scores with friends, share their stats online, and see how their physical reactions rank on the global scoreboard. Unlocking Precision Intelligence for Creators Beyond enhancing fan engagement, ScareScore delivers actionable insights for filmmakers, studios, film festivals, and theme park operators. The tech moves past self-reported post-viewing opinions, offering creators time-coded audience intelligence that pinpoints exactly when and how viewers react throughout an experience.
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The nightmare in Derry, Maine, is expanding backward through history. Executive producer and director Andy Muschietti has revealed new details about “IT: Welcome to Derry Season 2.“ He has confirmed that the next chapter of the HBO prequel series will jump back to 1935. Moving beyond the first season’s era, Season 2 will directly explore dark historical events that author Stephen King only briefly touched on in his legendary 1986 novel. “It’s 1935 – we’re now working on it, and it’s so much fun,” Muschietti said. The Bradley Gang Massacre and Great Depression Setting Season 2 will center on one of Derry’s most brutal historical events: the massacre of the Bradley Gang. This season is based on the real-life Prohibition-era Brady Gang. They were famously gunned down by FBI agents on the streets of Bangor, Maine, in 1937. The show will craft its own bloody rendition of the gang’s demise as Pennywise influences the townspeople into a violent frenzy. Shifting
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Access: Horror, the premier festival celebrating disability in genre cinema, launched its 2026 season with a successful in-person showcase at Alamo Drafthouse Winchester on September 25. Following the in-person kickoff, the festival is bringing its entire lineup to a global audience through a month-long virtual program. One that runs from October 4 through November 1, 2026. Founded by filmmaker and activist Ariel Baska, Access: Horror elevates disability advocacy by challenging traditional genre tropes. Named one of the nation’s most accessible film festivals by Forbes, the organization creates space for marginalized artists to tell honest, cathartic, and terrifying stories. Festival leadership emphasizes that accessibility is not a late addition to the event. It’s the foundation the festival is actually built on. Every film in the virtual program features open captions, and nearly half the streaming library includes full audio descriptions. So, there’s something for everyone. A Powerful Virtual Lineup Grounded in Real-World Terror The 2026 streaming program features 19 international titles. It
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What began as a seven-minute YouTube short is now officially heading to the big screen as a major Hollywood horror event. Lionsgate has formally greenlit a feature-length adaptation of Dylan Clark’s viral 2022 hit, Portrait of God. The minimalist short captivated millions of online viewers with its deeply unsettling premise surrounding a mysterious, ambiguous painting. After amassing a massive digital audience, the project caught the attention of major industry powerhouses, cementing Clark’s status as one of the most exciting rising filmmakers in the horror landscape. Powerhouse Horror Icons Join Forces Behind the Scenes The upcoming feature marks a historic cinematic milestone. It is the first collaboration between modern horror legends Sam Raimi and Jordan Peele. Producing through Ghost House Pictures and Monkeypaw Productions alongside partners, the duo is lending massive creative weight to the project. Clark will direct the film from an expanded screenplay he co-wrote with Joe Russo. Following a competitive studio transition that ultimately landed the property at
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Lionsgate has officially unleashed Beware Boiúna! The “must-see” creature feature of the year has now slithered into theatres. Brazilian Folklore Ignites a Jungle Nightmare The story follows a dedicated team of doctors and aid workers. They travel deep into isolated stretches of the rainforest to deliver critical medical supplies to remote communities. However, their mission goes horribly wrong when they discover illegal mining has disturbed the slumber of Boiúna, a colossal serpent from Brazilian folklore. Now, everyone is on the menu. They soon find themselves stranded on treacherous waters and completely cut off from communication. The apex predator hunts them from both the dense canopy and murky depths. Horror Veterans Helm the Creature Feature Behind the camera, Beware Boiúna brings together an impressive roster of genre talent. Director Mike P. Nelson (Wrong Turn, V/H/S/85, upcoming Saw sequel) works from a screenplay by Alan McElroy (Wrong Turn) based on a story co-written with Tony Giglio (Doom: Annihilation). Produced by Resident Evil franchise
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Filmmaker Nicholas Pineda has officially unleashed his feature directorial debut, Infirmary, now streaming on Shudder following its world premiere at Dances With Films NY. Fusing bodycam footage, surveillance feeds, and claustrophobic dread, this relentless indie horror aims to reignite a deep-seated terror of medical institutions. A Graveyard Shift From Hell The story follows Edward, a young security guard embarking on his very first overnight shift at the long-abandoned Wilshire Infirmary. Paired with Lester, a retiring guard whose erratic behavior instantly raises red flags, Edward quickly realizes the night will be anything but routine. When an unknown intruder breaches the facility and vanishes into thin air, Lester ventures alone into the dark, labyrinthine hallways—and disappears without a trace. Stranded as the asylum’s violent history awakens around him, Edward must survive malicious entities as his own sanity begins to fracture. A Fresh Vision for Found Footage Co-written by Katy Krauland and co-produced alongside Pineda, Infirmary aims to deliver a distinct, character-driven spin
Continue reading →
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If there’s one golden rule that four decades of slasher cinema have drilled into our heads, it’s that you never—under any circumstances—set foot in Camp Crystal Lake! Anyone brave or foolish enough to ignore the warnings usually meets the sharp end of a Voorhees family weapon. But for die-hard horror fans who can’t resist flirting with danger, the ultimate bucket-list adventure has officially arrived. You can now win a chance to stay at the actual, real-life filming location of the 1980 classic! Win a Stay at the Real-Life “Camp Blood” Thanks to an exciting new initiative from the New Jersey Division of Travel and Tourism in partnership with the New Jersey Motion Picture and Television Commission, horror aficionados can explore the Garden State’s richest cinematic haunts through the newly launched New Jersey Film Trails. To celebrate Halloween, Audacy and NEW 102.7 FM are kicking off the Spooky Season Trail. It’s a month-long, four-part video and radio series exploring iconic New
Continue reading →
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Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi is officially thriving in horror. He’s just served fans with a first look at his second directorial feature, Wrong Number. Sharing sneak-peek images from the set on social media, the rapper, writer, director, and star teased the upcoming film. Also, he’s issued a warning: “Heads ain’t ready.” A Romance Turns Deadly “Kid Cudi” stars alongside Barbie Ferreira (Faces of Death) in a story centered on Ibn, a lonely self-help author whose life spirals out of control. An unexpected romance with a mysterious woman named Eliza (Ferreira) turns into a waking nightmare. Ibn finds himself hunted by an unseen stalker—one who is the suspect in a string of brutal murders. An Ensemble Cast Built for Thrills Rounding out the talent behind and in front of the camera, Wrong Number features a stacked supporting cast including Lucy Barrett (Deep Water), Dewayne Perkins (The Blackening), Clifton Powell (Ray), and Laura Harrier (Michael). Cinematographer Adam Madrzyk is handling the visual
Continue reading →
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Everyone’s favorite blood-soaked antihero is trading her woodland survival gEveryone’spassport and a field badge. After premiering at the Fantasia International Film Festival, The Last Temptation of Becky has released its first-look teaser trailer. And it’s bloody good. This third entry in the cult-favorite franchise, following 2020’s Becky and 2023’s The Wrath of Becky, raises the body count to global proportions. The Mission: Infiltrating the Fourth Reich When viewers last saw Becky, played by Lulu Wilson, she was a heavily traumatized teenager who spent years fending off home invaders and extremist groups. Now, she’s back and ready for a fight. Now older and officially recruited as a CIA field agent, Becky faces her highest-stakes operation yet. WWII Terror Under the direction of her handler, played by genre staple Kate Siegel, Becky travels undercover to Poland. Her target is a family of innkeepers operating a tourist business at The Wolf’s Lair, the actual real-world WWII command bunker used by Adolf Hitler. Becky
Continue reading →
HalloweenNewsProduct
Let’s be honest: a toddler in a pumpkin suit is fine, but a four-legged family member dressed as a slasher icon is art. PetSmart has officially unleashed its 2026 Thrills & Chills Halloween collection, giving pet owners the golden opportunity to turn their sweet, innocent fur babies into terrifying movie monsters like Michael Myers and Chucky. Nothing screams Halloween quite like a golden retriever wielding a foam butcher knife or a Chihuahua turned into a killer. As a pet parent myself (of 6), I can confirm that critters in costumes are the cutest! Scaled, Furred, and Feathered Spookiness Dogs and cats aren’t the only ones getting in on the terrifying action this year. PetSmart has expanded the lineup to ensure no family pet feels left out of the seasonal humiliation. It’s offering exclusive costumes, interactive toys, seasonal treats, and accessories tailored specifically for dogs, cats, reptiles, and small pets. Whether you want to dress your bearded dragon as a tiny
Continue reading →
MoviesNewsTrailers
A new era of interactive audience analytics arrives this Halloween season at film festivals and location-based entertainment centers across North America. ScareScore has officially launched its proprietary biometric platform, which translates real-time physiological responses into a personalized audience score. By syncing with standard smartwatches and wearable devices, ScareScore measures physical metrics like heart rate, heart-rate variability, and subtle movement. After establishing an individual baseline, the platform tracks moment-by-moment bodily reactions as onscreen or live-action thrillers unfold. Rather than relying on traditional post-show surveys or review scores, ScareScore captures authentic, real-time physical responses. Fans can instantly compare their scores with friends, share their stats online, and see how their physical reactions rank on the global scoreboard. Unlocking Precision Intelligence for Creators Beyond enhancing fan engagement, ScareScore delivers actionable insights for filmmakers, studios, film festivals, and theme park operators. The tech moves past self-reported post-viewing opinions, offering creators time-coded audience intelligence that pinpoints exactly when and how viewers react throughout an experience.
Continue reading →
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The nightmare in Derry, Maine, is expanding backward through history. Executive producer and director Andy Muschietti has revealed new details about “IT: Welcome to Derry Season 2.“ He has confirmed that the next chapter of the HBO prequel series will jump back to 1935. Moving beyond the first season’s era, Season 2 will directly explore dark historical events that author Stephen King only briefly touched on in his legendary 1986 novel. “It’s 1935 – we’re now working on it, and it’s so much fun,” Muschietti said. The Bradley Gang Massacre and Great Depression Setting Season 2 will center on one of Derry’s most brutal historical events: the massacre of the Bradley Gang. This season is based on the real-life Prohibition-era Brady Gang. They were famously gunned down by FBI agents on the streets of Bangor, Maine, in 1937. The show will craft its own bloody rendition of the gang’s demise as Pennywise influences the townspeople into a violent frenzy. Shifting
Continue reading →
Film FestivalsMoviesNewsTrailers
Access: Horror, the premier festival celebrating disability in genre cinema, launched its 2026 season with a successful in-person showcase at Alamo Drafthouse Winchester on September 25. Following the in-person kickoff, the festival is bringing its entire lineup to a global audience through a month-long virtual program. One that runs from October 4 through November 1, 2026. Founded by filmmaker and activist Ariel Baska, Access: Horror elevates disability advocacy by challenging traditional genre tropes. Named one of the nation’s most accessible film festivals by Forbes, the organization creates space for marginalized artists to tell honest, cathartic, and terrifying stories. Festival leadership emphasizes that accessibility is not a late addition to the event. It’s the foundation the festival is actually built on. Every film in the virtual program features open captions, and nearly half the streaming library includes full audio descriptions. So, there’s something for everyone. A Powerful Virtual Lineup Grounded in Real-World Terror The 2026 streaming program features 19 international titles. It
Continue reading →
AdaptationMoviesNewsTrailers
What began as a seven-minute YouTube short is now officially heading to the big screen as a major Hollywood horror event. Lionsgate has formally greenlit a feature-length adaptation of Dylan Clark’s viral 2022 hit, Portrait of God. The minimalist short captivated millions of online viewers with its deeply unsettling premise surrounding a mysterious, ambiguous painting. After amassing a massive digital audience, the project caught the attention of major industry powerhouses, cementing Clark’s status as one of the most exciting rising filmmakers in the horror landscape. Powerhouse Horror Icons Join Forces Behind the Scenes The upcoming feature marks a historic cinematic milestone. It is the first collaboration between modern horror legends Sam Raimi and Jordan Peele. Producing through Ghost House Pictures and Monkeypaw Productions alongside partners, the duo is lending massive creative weight to the project. Clark will direct the film from an expanded screenplay he co-wrote with Joe Russo. Following a competitive studio transition that ultimately landed the property at
Continue reading →
MoviesNewsTrailers
Lionsgate has officially unleashed Beware Boiúna! The “must-see” creature feature of the year has now slithered into theatres. Brazilian Folklore Ignites a Jungle Nightmare The story follows a dedicated team of doctors and aid workers. They travel deep into isolated stretches of the rainforest to deliver critical medical supplies to remote communities. However, their mission goes horribly wrong when they discover illegal mining has disturbed the slumber of Boiúna, a colossal serpent from Brazilian folklore. Now, everyone is on the menu. They soon find themselves stranded on treacherous waters and completely cut off from communication. The apex predator hunts them from both the dense canopy and murky depths. Horror Veterans Helm the Creature Feature Behind the camera, Beware Boiúna brings together an impressive roster of genre talent. Director Mike P. Nelson (Wrong Turn, V/H/S/85, upcoming Saw sequel) works from a screenplay by Alan McElroy (Wrong Turn) based on a story co-written with Tony Giglio (Doom: Annihilation). Produced by Resident Evil franchise
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