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Vertical Entertainment Acquires J-Horror ‘Room 203’

Vertical Entertainment Acquires J-Horror ‘Room 203’

Vertical Entertainment has snagged the US rights to Ben Jagger’s (Gravitas Venture’s Corbin Nash, The Paddy Lincoln Gang) highly anticipated J-horror film Room 203 from Voltage Pictures with plans to release it both in theaters and On Demand. Adapted from Nanami Kamon’s Japanese novel published by Kobunsha, the English-language J-Horror follows two female roommates who are tormented by the vengeful spirits dwelling in their gothic-style, rented apartment, which contains an ornate centerpiece. The screenplay was written by John Poliquin (Shudder’s Spiral), Ben Jagger, and Nick Richey (Low Low) and stars Francesca Xuereb (Murmur, Forever & Always), Viktoria Vinyarska (“The Real Drakoolvas”, Highway to Havasu), and Eric Wiegand (Hulu’s Outsiders, “Boys Will Be Bastards”) V. Peter Jarowey and Tony Piantedosi of Vertical Entertainment negotiated the deal with Jonathan Deckter of Voltage Pictures on behalf of Ammo Inc and Ammo Entertainment, who produced and financed the film. We’re thrilled to be venturing into the J-horror genre with Room 203 and hope to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Survivors Discover They Aren’t Alone In The ‘Broken Darkness’ Trailer

Survivors Discover They Aren’t Alone In The ‘Broken Darkness’ Trailer

The post-apocalyptic horror-thriller Broken Darkness, from writer-director Christopher-Lee Santos, is set to premiere this November, ahead of its release we’ve got the new trailer. Starring Sean Cameron Michael, Brandon Auret, Suraya Santos, and Brendan Murray, the film is set “eight years after the world ends, humanity has sought refuge underground. One man, with nothing left to lose, finds there is more to himself when he and a young girl are left alone to survive and find their way home after their team is killed off by mysterious creatures.” Broken Darkness opens in select theaters and on VOD on October 29, 2021, from Vertical Entertainment.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Roles Of Man And Beast Are Reversed In ‘Anonymous Animals’

Roles Of Man And Beast Are Reversed In ‘Anonymous Animals’

This November, the balance of power between man and animal has changed in the disturbing film Anonymous Animals. Directed by Baptiste Rouveure and starring Thierry Marcos, Pauline Guilpain, Anonymous Animals sees creatures evolve and roles between them and man reversed. Sink your teeth in Anonymous Animals, opening in theaters, and available On Demand on November 5, 2021, from Gravitas Ventures.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Dermot Mulroney Joins The Cast Of 'Scream 6'

The ‘Scream 5’ Trailer Is Here!

Yesterday we shared with you the first images from Scream. Today, we’re excited to share the movie’s first trailer that reveals the return of the original characters, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gail Weathers (Courtney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette), to save a new generation of victims. Deputy Judy Hicks (Marley Shelton) from Scream 4 also returns. New cast members include Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jack Quaid, and Dylan Minnette. Scream, the fifth film of the franchise out this January, is directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and produced by Chad Villella, the three members of the filmmaking group known as Radio Silence (Ready or Not, V/H/S, Southbound). James Vanderbilt (Murder Mystery, Zodiac, The Amazing Spider-Man) and Guy Busick (Ready or Not, Castle Rock)penned the script Kevin Williamson returns as executive producer for Scream, opening in theaters on January 14, 2022.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
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SCI-FI-London Film Festival 2021 Features Robots, Rebels, and Utopian Dystopias

SCI-FI-London Film Festival 2021 Features Robots, Rebels, and Utopian Dystopias

SCI-FI-London Film Festival 2021 has announced its impressive full line-up, with incredible narrative films, engaging animated offerings, and intriguing documentaries. Following is the official press announcement. Today the SCI-FI-LONDON FILM FESTIVAL 2021 launches its cosmic 21st annual programme, which will run from the 19 OCTOBER until 26 OCTOBER 2021 with seven days of fabulous film. It will showcase a fantastic lineup with 2 world film premieres, 8 UK film premieres, 11 world short premieres and 13 UK short premieres. It will host 13 features and 50 shorts alongside its regular classic cult events such as the 48 HOUR FILM CHALLENGE and SCI-FI-QUIZ. Opening this year’s festival on the 19th October is Agata Alexander’s WARNING. This film is dark, witty and spectacular. It has a stellar cast, including Annabelle Wallis, Thomas Jane, Alex Pettyfer, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Alice Eve, and the marvellous Rupert Everett. WARNING is a visually arresting, thought-provoking sci-fi exploring the meaning of life through multiple interconnected lives. This is

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Dark Comedy-Thriller ‘The Estate’ Slashing Its Way Into Theaters & Onto VOD

Dark Comedy-Thriller ‘The Estate’ Slashing Its Way Into Theaters & Onto VOD

Director James Kapner makes his feature debut with The Estate, part dark comedy, part thriller, which reminds us that family reunions can be brutal. In the film, when a narcissistic son (Chris Baker), yearning for a life of luxury, and his father’s erratic gold-digging wife (Eliza Coupe) decide to kill their way into their inheritance, they employ the help of an absurdly handsome, mysterious hitman (Greg Finley), initiating a psychosexual love triangle that spirals into more than anyone bargained for. Deftly balancing sharp humor and horror, The Estate delivers a perfectly campy, wildly enjoyable thrill ride that packs a deadly punch. Written by Chris Baker, The Estate also stars Eliza Coupe, Chris Baker, Lala Kent, Heather Matazarro, and Eric Roberts. The Estate debuts in theaters and VOD on October 22, 2021, from Vertical Entertainment.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Ultra Violent Film ‘The Spine Of The Night’ Coming This October

Ultra Violent Film ‘The Spine Of The Night’ Coming This October

The fantasy-horror film The Spine of Night made its world premiere at this year’s SXSW Film Festival. Now, it’s ready to make its debut in theaters, on Demand, and on Digital this October. Produced with hand-rotoscoped animation, The Spine of Night is inspired by the classic works of artists like Ralph Bakshi and Frank Franzetta, and the fantasy genre as it was in the 1970s: boundary-pushing, politically progressive, and utterly fearless. THE SPINE OF NIGHT is like the insane love child of Heavy Metal and Mandy,” said Mark Ward, Chief Acquisitions Officer at RLJE Films. Written and directed by Philip Gelatt (They Remain) and Morgan Galen King (directorial debut), the film stars Richard E. Grant (Star Wars: Episode IX, upcoming Marvel series “Loki”), Lucy Lawless (“Xena: Warrior Princess”, “Ash vs Evil Dead”), Patton Oswalt (Ratatouille, “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”), Betty Gabriel (Get Out, “Westworld”), and Joe Manganiello (Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Archenemy). In the ultra-violent fantasy epic, ancient dark magic falls

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
A24 Gifts Viewers An Early Christmas Present, The Surprise Release Of 'Lamb' On VOD

Movie Review: Lamb

I have seen my share of strange films but Valdimar Jóhannsson’s Lamb takes the cake. I have never seen anything else like it. When a couple (Noomi Rapace and Hilmir Snær Guðnason) discovers one of the sheep on their farm has given birth to something not completely human, not completely animal, a baby with a human body and a lamb’s head. They set their eyes on the creature they respond with a deadpan reaction like it was an everyday occurrence, and silently go about raising it in a bid to soothe their sorrow for their lost child. The couple’s reactions to the events throughout the movie are downright odd. The first sight of the child they have named Ada is not the only “meh” reaction they have. The two spend much of the film silently going about their business of farming like they are numb. The film’s location is stunning. It plays out in a remote area of Iceland. The

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Check Out The First Images From ‘Scream’!

Check Out The First Images From ‘Scream’!

The Scream franchise returns to theaters this January. Today, Entertainment Weekly shared the first images from the movie directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and producer Chad Villella, the three members of the filmmaking group known as Radio Silence (Ready or Not, V/H/S, Southbound). These first images feature our favorite franchise characters from the franchise, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gail Weathers (Courtney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette). Deputy Judy Hicks (Marley Shelton) from Scream 4 also returns. New cast members include Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jack Quaid, and Dylan Minnette. James Vanderbilt (Murder Mystery, Zodiac, The Amazing Spider-Man) and Guy Busick (Ready or Not, Castle Rock)penned the script Kevin Williamson returns as executive producer for Scream, opening in theaters on January 14, 2022. Jenna Ortega – Image Credit: BROWNIE HARRIS/PARAMOUNT PICTURES David Arquette – Image Credit: BROWNIE HARRIS/PARAMOUNT PICTURES Ghostface – Image Credit: BROWNIE HARRIS/PARAMOUNT PICTURES Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox – Image Credit: BROWNIE

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Haunting Final Trialer For ‘Last Night In Soho’ Arrives Ahead Of Its Release

Haunting Final Trialer For ‘Last Night In Soho’ Arrives Ahead Of Its Release

After being delayed, Edgar Wright‘s (Shaun of the Dead) new psychological horror film Last Night in Soho is finally set to arrive later this month. Ahead of its release, we’ve got the haunting final trailer. In the film, “Eloise, an aspiring fashion designer (Thomasin McKenzie), is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie (Anya Taylor-Joy). But the glamour is not all it appears to be and the dreams of the past start to crack and splinter into something far darker.” “Doctor Who’s” Matt Smith, Michael Ajao (Attack the Block), “Game of Thrones” actress Diana Rigg, and Terence Stamp (Murder Mystery) also star. Wright directed and co-wrote the script along with Krysty Wilson-Cairns (“Penny Dreadful”) for Last Night in Soho opening in theaters on October 29, 2021, from Universal Pictures.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021

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Vertical Entertainment Acquires J-Horror ‘Room 203’

Vertical Entertainment Acquires J-Horror ‘Room 203’

Vertical Entertainment has snagged the US rights to Ben Jagger’s (Gravitas Venture’s Corbin Nash, The Paddy Lincoln Gang) highly anticipated J-horror film Room 203 from Voltage Pictures with plans to release it both in theaters and On Demand. Adapted from Nanami Kamon’s Japanese novel published by Kobunsha, the English-language J-Horror follows two female roommates who are tormented by the vengeful spirits dwelling in their gothic-style, rented apartment, which contains an ornate centerpiece. The screenplay was written by John Poliquin (Shudder’s Spiral), Ben Jagger, and Nick Richey (Low Low) and stars Francesca Xuereb (Murmur, Forever & Always), Viktoria Vinyarska (“The Real Drakoolvas”, Highway to Havasu), and Eric Wiegand (Hulu’s Outsiders, “Boys Will Be Bastards”) V. Peter Jarowey and Tony Piantedosi of Vertical Entertainment negotiated the deal with Jonathan Deckter of Voltage Pictures on behalf of Ammo Inc and Ammo Entertainment, who produced and financed the film. We’re thrilled to be venturing into the J-horror genre with Room 203 and hope to

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Survivors Discover They Aren’t Alone In The ‘Broken Darkness’ Trailer

Survivors Discover They Aren’t Alone In The ‘Broken Darkness’ Trailer

The post-apocalyptic horror-thriller Broken Darkness, from writer-director Christopher-Lee Santos, is set to premiere this November, ahead of its release we’ve got the new trailer. Starring Sean Cameron Michael, Brandon Auret, Suraya Santos, and Brendan Murray, the film is set “eight years after the world ends, humanity has sought refuge underground. One man, with nothing left to lose, finds there is more to himself when he and a young girl are left alone to survive and find their way home after their team is killed off by mysterious creatures.” Broken Darkness opens in select theaters and on VOD on October 29, 2021, from Vertical Entertainment.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Roles Of Man And Beast Are Reversed In ‘Anonymous Animals’

Roles Of Man And Beast Are Reversed In ‘Anonymous Animals’

This November, the balance of power between man and animal has changed in the disturbing film Anonymous Animals. Directed by Baptiste Rouveure and starring Thierry Marcos, Pauline Guilpain, Anonymous Animals sees creatures evolve and roles between them and man reversed. Sink your teeth in Anonymous Animals, opening in theaters, and available On Demand on November 5, 2021, from Gravitas Ventures.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Dermot Mulroney Joins The Cast Of 'Scream 6'

The ‘Scream 5’ Trailer Is Here!

Yesterday we shared with you the first images from Scream. Today, we’re excited to share the movie’s first trailer that reveals the return of the original characters, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gail Weathers (Courtney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette), to save a new generation of victims. Deputy Judy Hicks (Marley Shelton) from Scream 4 also returns. New cast members include Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jack Quaid, and Dylan Minnette. Scream, the fifth film of the franchise out this January, is directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and produced by Chad Villella, the three members of the filmmaking group known as Radio Silence (Ready or Not, V/H/S, Southbound). James Vanderbilt (Murder Mystery, Zodiac, The Amazing Spider-Man) and Guy Busick (Ready or Not, Castle Rock)penned the script Kevin Williamson returns as executive producer for Scream, opening in theaters on January 14, 2022.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
SCI-FI-London Film Festival 2021 Features Robots, Rebels, and Utopian Dystopias

SCI-FI-London Film Festival 2021 Features Robots, Rebels, and Utopian Dystopias

SCI-FI-London Film Festival 2021 has announced its impressive full line-up, with incredible narrative films, engaging animated offerings, and intriguing documentaries. Following is the official press announcement. Today the SCI-FI-LONDON FILM FESTIVAL 2021 launches its cosmic 21st annual programme, which will run from the 19 OCTOBER until 26 OCTOBER 2021 with seven days of fabulous film. It will showcase a fantastic lineup with 2 world film premieres, 8 UK film premieres, 11 world short premieres and 13 UK short premieres. It will host 13 features and 50 shorts alongside its regular classic cult events such as the 48 HOUR FILM CHALLENGE and SCI-FI-QUIZ. Opening this year’s festival on the 19th October is Agata Alexander’s WARNING. This film is dark, witty and spectacular. It has a stellar cast, including Annabelle Wallis, Thomas Jane, Alex Pettyfer, Patrick Schwarzenegger, Alice Eve, and the marvellous Rupert Everett. WARNING is a visually arresting, thought-provoking sci-fi exploring the meaning of life through multiple interconnected lives. This is

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Dark Comedy-Thriller ‘The Estate’ Slashing Its Way Into Theaters & Onto VOD

Dark Comedy-Thriller ‘The Estate’ Slashing Its Way Into Theaters & Onto VOD

Director James Kapner makes his feature debut with The Estate, part dark comedy, part thriller, which reminds us that family reunions can be brutal. In the film, when a narcissistic son (Chris Baker), yearning for a life of luxury, and his father’s erratic gold-digging wife (Eliza Coupe) decide to kill their way into their inheritance, they employ the help of an absurdly handsome, mysterious hitman (Greg Finley), initiating a psychosexual love triangle that spirals into more than anyone bargained for. Deftly balancing sharp humor and horror, The Estate delivers a perfectly campy, wildly enjoyable thrill ride that packs a deadly punch. Written by Chris Baker, The Estate also stars Eliza Coupe, Chris Baker, Lala Kent, Heather Matazarro, and Eric Roberts. The Estate debuts in theaters and VOD on October 22, 2021, from Vertical Entertainment.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Ultra Violent Film ‘The Spine Of The Night’ Coming This October

Ultra Violent Film ‘The Spine Of The Night’ Coming This October

The fantasy-horror film The Spine of Night made its world premiere at this year’s SXSW Film Festival. Now, it’s ready to make its debut in theaters, on Demand, and on Digital this October. Produced with hand-rotoscoped animation, The Spine of Night is inspired by the classic works of artists like Ralph Bakshi and Frank Franzetta, and the fantasy genre as it was in the 1970s: boundary-pushing, politically progressive, and utterly fearless. THE SPINE OF NIGHT is like the insane love child of Heavy Metal and Mandy,” said Mark Ward, Chief Acquisitions Officer at RLJE Films. Written and directed by Philip Gelatt (They Remain) and Morgan Galen King (directorial debut), the film stars Richard E. Grant (Star Wars: Episode IX, upcoming Marvel series “Loki”), Lucy Lawless (“Xena: Warrior Princess”, “Ash vs Evil Dead”), Patton Oswalt (Ratatouille, “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.”), Betty Gabriel (Get Out, “Westworld”), and Joe Manganiello (Zack Snyder’s Justice League, Archenemy). In the ultra-violent fantasy epic, ancient dark magic falls

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
A24 Gifts Viewers An Early Christmas Present, The Surprise Release Of 'Lamb' On VOD

Movie Review: Lamb

I have seen my share of strange films but Valdimar Jóhannsson’s Lamb takes the cake. I have never seen anything else like it. When a couple (Noomi Rapace and Hilmir Snær Guðnason) discovers one of the sheep on their farm has given birth to something not completely human, not completely animal, a baby with a human body and a lamb’s head. They set their eyes on the creature they respond with a deadpan reaction like it was an everyday occurrence, and silently go about raising it in a bid to soothe their sorrow for their lost child. The couple’s reactions to the events throughout the movie are downright odd. The first sight of the child they have named Ada is not the only “meh” reaction they have. The two spend much of the film silently going about their business of farming like they are numb. The film’s location is stunning. It plays out in a remote area of Iceland. The

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Check Out The First Images From ‘Scream’!

Check Out The First Images From ‘Scream’!

The Scream franchise returns to theaters this January. Today, Entertainment Weekly shared the first images from the movie directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, and producer Chad Villella, the three members of the filmmaking group known as Radio Silence (Ready or Not, V/H/S, Southbound). These first images feature our favorite franchise characters from the franchise, Sidney Prescott (Neve Campbell), Gail Weathers (Courtney Cox), and Dewey Riley (David Arquette). Deputy Judy Hicks (Marley Shelton) from Scream 4 also returns. New cast members include Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Jack Quaid, and Dylan Minnette. James Vanderbilt (Murder Mystery, Zodiac, The Amazing Spider-Man) and Guy Busick (Ready or Not, Castle Rock)penned the script Kevin Williamson returns as executive producer for Scream, opening in theaters on January 14, 2022. Jenna Ortega – Image Credit: BROWNIE HARRIS/PARAMOUNT PICTURES David Arquette – Image Credit: BROWNIE HARRIS/PARAMOUNT PICTURES Ghostface – Image Credit: BROWNIE HARRIS/PARAMOUNT PICTURES Neve Campbell and Courteney Cox – Image Credit: BROWNIE

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
Haunting Final Trialer For ‘Last Night In Soho’ Arrives Ahead Of Its Release

Haunting Final Trialer For ‘Last Night In Soho’ Arrives Ahead Of Its Release

After being delayed, Edgar Wright‘s (Shaun of the Dead) new psychological horror film Last Night in Soho is finally set to arrive later this month. Ahead of its release, we’ve got the haunting final trailer. In the film, “Eloise, an aspiring fashion designer (Thomasin McKenzie), is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s where she encounters a dazzling wannabe singer, Sandie (Anya Taylor-Joy). But the glamour is not all it appears to be and the dreams of the past start to crack and splinter into something far darker.” “Doctor Who’s” Matt Smith, Michael Ajao (Attack the Block), “Game of Thrones” actress Diana Rigg, and Terence Stamp (Murder Mystery) also star. Wright directed and co-wrote the script along with Krysty Wilson-Cairns (“Penny Dreadful”) for Last Night in Soho opening in theaters on October 29, 2021, from Universal Pictures.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 22, 2021
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