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Dr. Victor Reed, played by Jeremy Childs (Country Strong), a brilliant geneticist, has made a a major scientific break through by successfully cloning the first human being, a baby girl named Elizabeth. The media quickly learns of the discovery and ignites a frenzy between the scientific community and religious activists. Dr. Reed and his family are put in jeopardy, but their biggest threat may be the secret that Dr. Reed is hiding, Elizabeth is not the first.Uncork’d Entertainment and Breaking Glass Pictures together will be releasing ‘Closer To God’, a sci-fi horror film by writer/director Billy Senese, on DVD on October 21st. This acclaimed Frankensteinesque indie film stars Shelean Newman, Shannon Hoppe, David Alford and Isaac Disney.
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Filmmaker Adam Ripp will explore the curse that supposedly has plagued the cast and crew of Steven Spielberg’s ‘Poltergeist’ franchise, in a new documentary, titled ‘The Curse of Poltergeist’. Ripp’s company, Vega Baby, will be financing and producing the documentary in conjunction with MD Pictures. THR quoted Ripp as saying “The documentary will focus on the life and experiences of Poltergeist actor Oliver Robins, who played Robbie Freeling in the first and second installment of the franchise, as a way to explore the tragedies that have befallen those involved with the films. It will be a journey into the unknown as I attempt to understand the meaning behind the tragedies surrounding the movie.” He continued “It’s something that will hopefully bring closure to a dark chapter in my life.” Several people involved with ‘Poltergeist’ met horrible fates, including Heather O’Rourke, who played the role of Carol Anne. O’Rourke died at the age of twelve, from a bowel obstruction. Dominique Dunne,
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Ahead of July 11’s San Diego Comic-Con, Screen Gems has released a series of photos from the long awaited movie ‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ via Entertainment Weekly. The movie was both written and directed by Burr Steers, based on the novel by Seth Grahame-Smith and Jane Austin. ‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ stars Jack Huston, Lily James, Bella Heathcote , Charles Dance, Lena Heady, Douglas Booth and ‘Dr. Who’ actor Matt Smith. In the fashion of Jane Austin’s classic tale a zombie outbreak has plagued the area. Relationships, made complex by the difference of their social classes in 19th century England, are put to the test as the undead rise. Lily James, who plays the role of the movie’s heroine Elizabeth Bennet, has made the comment “Rather than knitting and crocheting, they’re polishing muskets.” and Elizabeth is “the most badass zombie slayer there is.” Unlike in the 2005 ‘Pride and Prejudice’, this film is full of lovely ladies wielding
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‘Kong: Skull Island’ has added John Ortiz (Silver Linings Playbook) and ‘Agent Carter’ actor Shea Whigham to their cast, which also includes Samuel L. Jackson, John Goodman, Brie Larson, Tom Hiddleston and John C. Reilly . The movie will begin filming early next year and will see release 2017. Ortiz and Whigham The film, directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts, follows a man (Hiddleston) who travels to a legendary island in search for his brother who was stranded, while in search of a serum that is believed to be a cure all for any illness or disease. During the search the team must face the creatures on the island, including Kong, King of the Apes and dinosaurs, long thought to be extinct.
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On October 26th at 8pm (est), A&E will broadcast a special, hosted by horror director Eli Roth (The Green Inferno, Hostel). During the special, three people, in caskets, will be lowered into a hole and buried alive. Of course, they will be monitored and filmed while they attempt not to panic, all in the name of entertainment. A&E made this statement about the goal of the event, which they describe as a “controversial psychological practice known as immersion therapy.” A&E stated “What’s the scariest thing you can think of? Guess what, it’s happening to you right now, better get over it fast, don’t die!” Scientist will be above ground to monitor the three victims, along with Roth, who will be there to discuss what the three are experiencing and what incites fear. Eli Roth
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There streets are lined with the undead and only one hero can save the day. No, it’s not Rick Grimes or Daryl from The Walking Dead, it’s Spencer, a 7 year old boy. Spencer, like most people these days, is obsessed with zombies. Spencer has Mitochondrial Disease, which is terminal and has no cure. The Pasco County Sheriff’s office made the boy’s dream come true. Sheriff Chris Nocco invited Spencer down to the station. A full motorcade arrived to pick the young man up. After arriving, Spencer was told that a horde of zombies (actually the local high school’s drama club) had over run the station. Sheriff Nocco told Spencer “We’re overrun, buddy. We need your help. We need a team leader out there,” as he put a badge on Spencer. Spencer, proceeded to dispatch the zombies as he led the K-9 Unit and SWAT Team through the building, armed with NERF guns, through the jail. After the mission was
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Most of you have heard of Japan’s notorious Aokigahara forest, often referred to as the “Suicide Forest’ . The fourteen square miles of Forest at the base Mount Fuji is a popular site for people to commit suicide. On average 100 bodies are recovered from the Forest every year. The suicides have become such an issue that the government has put signs urging people not to take their lives. Locals claim to forest is filled with spirits. The area is the central setting for the supernatural-thriller ‘The Forest’. The film stars Taylor Kinney (Zero Dark Thirty) and ‘Game of Thrones’ actress Natalie Dormer, who plays a twin whose sister disappears into the “Suicide Forest”. Dormer’s character travels to Japan in search of her sister. She enters Aokigahara, guided by Aiden (Kinney) and faces the tormented souls of those who committed suicide there. Jason Zada directed the film, written by David S, Goyer, Ben Ketai, Nick Antosca and Sarah Cornwell. ‘The
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‘What We Become’, the latest in a long line of zombie films, premiered at Austin’s Fantastic Fest. Director Bo Mikkelsen makes his directorial debut with this family centered film, which he also wrote. ‘What We Become’ stars Mille Dinesen, Ole Dupont, Mikael Birkkjar, Troels Lyby, Marie Hammer Boda, and Therese Damsgaard. In the film a family of four is quarantined in their home as a virus spreads through town. Eventually they are forced to flee, facing the infected outside. ‘What We Become’ has not announced a release date, they are still seeking distribution.
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A trailer for the upcoming documentary ‘Why Horror’ has now been released by Showtime. The documentary follows Tal Zimerman, a horror fan, collector and writer, as he travels around the world attempting to understand why horror fans thrive on gore and fear. Zimerman meets with horror’s top filmmakers, actors, writers and psychologist to explore how horror is portrayed in different cultures. In the documentary you will see George A Romero, John Carpenter and Eli Roth interviewed as Zimerman searches for answers. ‘Why Horror’ premiers on Showtime on October 30th.
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‘Truth’ director, James Vanderbuilt, spoke in a recent interview with Collider about the upcoming prequel to ‘The Shining’, which he will be producing. Mark Romanek will be directing the prequel, whose current working title is ‘The Overlook Hotel’. Glen Mazzara of ‘The Walking Dead’ penned the film’s script. The film is based on the prologue to ‘The Shining’, written by Stephen King. The prequel will follow the first owner of the Overlook Hotel, Bob T. Watson, a robber baron, at the turn of the 20th century, as he builds the grandest resort in America and the place he and his family will call home.
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Dr. Victor Reed, played by Jeremy Childs (Country Strong), a brilliant geneticist, has made a a major scientific break through by successfully cloning the first human being, a baby girl named Elizabeth. The media quickly learns of the discovery and ignites a frenzy between the scientific community and religious activists. Dr. Reed and his family are put in jeopardy, but their biggest threat may be the secret that Dr. Reed is hiding, Elizabeth is not the first.Uncork’d Entertainment and Breaking Glass Pictures together will be releasing ‘Closer To God’, a sci-fi horror film by writer/director Billy Senese, on DVD on October 21st. This acclaimed Frankensteinesque indie film stars Shelean Newman, Shannon Hoppe, David Alford and Isaac Disney.
Continue reading →
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Filmmaker Adam Ripp will explore the curse that supposedly has plagued the cast and crew of Steven Spielberg’s ‘Poltergeist’ franchise, in a new documentary, titled ‘The Curse of Poltergeist’. Ripp’s company, Vega Baby, will be financing and producing the documentary in conjunction with MD Pictures. THR quoted Ripp as saying “The documentary will focus on the life and experiences of Poltergeist actor Oliver Robins, who played Robbie Freeling in the first and second installment of the franchise, as a way to explore the tragedies that have befallen those involved with the films. It will be a journey into the unknown as I attempt to understand the meaning behind the tragedies surrounding the movie.” He continued “It’s something that will hopefully bring closure to a dark chapter in my life.” Several people involved with ‘Poltergeist’ met horrible fates, including Heather O’Rourke, who played the role of Carol Anne. O’Rourke died at the age of twelve, from a bowel obstruction. Dominique Dunne,
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Ahead of July 11’s San Diego Comic-Con, Screen Gems has released a series of photos from the long awaited movie ‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ via Entertainment Weekly. The movie was both written and directed by Burr Steers, based on the novel by Seth Grahame-Smith and Jane Austin. ‘Pride and Prejudice and Zombies’ stars Jack Huston, Lily James, Bella Heathcote , Charles Dance, Lena Heady, Douglas Booth and ‘Dr. Who’ actor Matt Smith. In the fashion of Jane Austin’s classic tale a zombie outbreak has plagued the area. Relationships, made complex by the difference of their social classes in 19th century England, are put to the test as the undead rise. Lily James, who plays the role of the movie’s heroine Elizabeth Bennet, has made the comment “Rather than knitting and crocheting, they’re polishing muskets.” and Elizabeth is “the most badass zombie slayer there is.” Unlike in the 2005 ‘Pride and Prejudice’, this film is full of lovely ladies wielding
Continue reading →
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‘Kong: Skull Island’ has added John Ortiz (Silver Linings Playbook) and ‘Agent Carter’ actor Shea Whigham to their cast, which also includes Samuel L. Jackson, John Goodman, Brie Larson, Tom Hiddleston and John C. Reilly . The movie will begin filming early next year and will see release 2017. Ortiz and Whigham The film, directed by Jordan Vogt-Roberts, follows a man (Hiddleston) who travels to a legendary island in search for his brother who was stranded, while in search of a serum that is believed to be a cure all for any illness or disease. During the search the team must face the creatures on the island, including Kong, King of the Apes and dinosaurs, long thought to be extinct.
Continue reading →
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On October 26th at 8pm (est), A&E will broadcast a special, hosted by horror director Eli Roth (The Green Inferno, Hostel). During the special, three people, in caskets, will be lowered into a hole and buried alive. Of course, they will be monitored and filmed while they attempt not to panic, all in the name of entertainment. A&E made this statement about the goal of the event, which they describe as a “controversial psychological practice known as immersion therapy.” A&E stated “What’s the scariest thing you can think of? Guess what, it’s happening to you right now, better get over it fast, don’t die!” Scientist will be above ground to monitor the three victims, along with Roth, who will be there to discuss what the three are experiencing and what incites fear. Eli Roth
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There streets are lined with the undead and only one hero can save the day. No, it’s not Rick Grimes or Daryl from The Walking Dead, it’s Spencer, a 7 year old boy. Spencer, like most people these days, is obsessed with zombies. Spencer has Mitochondrial Disease, which is terminal and has no cure. The Pasco County Sheriff’s office made the boy’s dream come true. Sheriff Chris Nocco invited Spencer down to the station. A full motorcade arrived to pick the young man up. After arriving, Spencer was told that a horde of zombies (actually the local high school’s drama club) had over run the station. Sheriff Nocco told Spencer “We’re overrun, buddy. We need your help. We need a team leader out there,” as he put a badge on Spencer. Spencer, proceeded to dispatch the zombies as he led the K-9 Unit and SWAT Team through the building, armed with NERF guns, through the jail. After the mission was
Continue reading →
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Most of you have heard of Japan’s notorious Aokigahara forest, often referred to as the “Suicide Forest’ . The fourteen square miles of Forest at the base Mount Fuji is a popular site for people to commit suicide. On average 100 bodies are recovered from the Forest every year. The suicides have become such an issue that the government has put signs urging people not to take their lives. Locals claim to forest is filled with spirits. The area is the central setting for the supernatural-thriller ‘The Forest’. The film stars Taylor Kinney (Zero Dark Thirty) and ‘Game of Thrones’ actress Natalie Dormer, who plays a twin whose sister disappears into the “Suicide Forest”. Dormer’s character travels to Japan in search of her sister. She enters Aokigahara, guided by Aiden (Kinney) and faces the tormented souls of those who committed suicide there. Jason Zada directed the film, written by David S, Goyer, Ben Ketai, Nick Antosca and Sarah Cornwell. ‘The
Continue reading →
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‘What We Become’, the latest in a long line of zombie films, premiered at Austin’s Fantastic Fest. Director Bo Mikkelsen makes his directorial debut with this family centered film, which he also wrote. ‘What We Become’ stars Mille Dinesen, Ole Dupont, Mikael Birkkjar, Troels Lyby, Marie Hammer Boda, and Therese Damsgaard. In the film a family of four is quarantined in their home as a virus spreads through town. Eventually they are forced to flee, facing the infected outside. ‘What We Become’ has not announced a release date, they are still seeking distribution.
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A trailer for the upcoming documentary ‘Why Horror’ has now been released by Showtime. The documentary follows Tal Zimerman, a horror fan, collector and writer, as he travels around the world attempting to understand why horror fans thrive on gore and fear. Zimerman meets with horror’s top filmmakers, actors, writers and psychologist to explore how horror is portrayed in different cultures. In the documentary you will see George A Romero, John Carpenter and Eli Roth interviewed as Zimerman searches for answers. ‘Why Horror’ premiers on Showtime on October 30th.
Continue reading →
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‘Truth’ director, James Vanderbuilt, spoke in a recent interview with Collider about the upcoming prequel to ‘The Shining’, which he will be producing. Mark Romanek will be directing the prequel, whose current working title is ‘The Overlook Hotel’. Glen Mazzara of ‘The Walking Dead’ penned the film’s script. The film is based on the prologue to ‘The Shining’, written by Stephen King. The prequel will follow the first owner of the Overlook Hotel, Bob T. Watson, a robber baron, at the turn of the 20th century, as he builds the grandest resort in America and the place he and his family will call home.
Continue reading →
