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‘The Bloodline Killer’ Strikes in New Clip
Get ready for a chilling descent into the darkness with The Bloodline Killer, a terrifying new horror-thriller premiering this April. Directed by Ante Novakovic (Sanctioning Evil), who wrote the script along with James Gaudioso, the film promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. To give you a taste of the terror to come, Vertical has unleashed a new clip from the film that teases the terror unleashed on Halloween. A New Nightmare Moira Cole (Shawnee Smith) stars as a woman haunted by tragedy. The brutal murder of her family by her deranged cousin left her life in shambles. Now, she seeks to rebuild a sense of normalcy in a quiet suburban town. However, the past casts a long shadow, and the horrors she endured continue to echo in her present. Moira’s fragile peace is shattered when a series of brutal killings rocks her new community. The gruesome nature of the crimes stirs a terrifying possibility – could
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‘The Strangers’ Stalk Coachella
The trio of killers from the highly anticipated horror film The Strangers: Chapter 1 has sent shivers down spines across the nation. First, they were spotted on security video, and this weekend, there were reports that the masked figures were spotted at the Coachella music festival. Where will they be seen next? A Fresh Take on Home Invasion Horror The Strangers: Chapter 1 begins a brand new reboot trilogy to life, courtesy of Lionsgate. Director Renny Harlin is known for action classics like Cliffhanger and Die Hard 2, teasing a new, more action-packed story. This reimagining promises a fresh take on the terrifying concept that captivated audiences in the original films. A Road Trip Gone Wrong Chapter 1 follows the ill-fated journey of Madelaine Petsch (“Riverdale”) and Froy Gutierrez (Hocus Pocus 2) on a cross-country road trip. Their dream getaway takes a horrifying turn when they find themselves stranded in a secluded Airbnb, targeted by three masked strangers with a
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‘Abigail’ Bares Her Teeth in New Featurette Ahead of This Week’s Movie Premiere
A new featurette has been released for the highly anticipated horror movie Abigail ahead of its theatrical premiere this Friday. In it, we see star Melissa Barrera tease the horrors that await viewers. The Abigail movie was directed by genre experts, Matt Bettinelli-Olphin and Tyler Gillett, the filmmaking duo behind Scream and Ready or Not, whose sequel was just announced. Farewell Dusty Castles, Hello Chilling Terror Abigail promises to terrify audiences with a shocking and original take on these classic bloodsuckers. Forget the cobwebs and brooding count Dracula. Abigail throws out the tired vampire tropes, embracing a bold new identity. The film follows a group of hapless criminals who make a monumental mistake – kidnapping the daughter of an influential underworld figure. While it seems like easy money, it’s anything but. As with most things in horror movies, things take a deadly turn. From Captors to Prey While the kidnappers’ task seems simple: watch the young girl overnight in a
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‘Founder’s Day’ Slashes Its Way onto Digital This May
Brace yourselves for a politically charged bloodbath as Founder’s Day is coming to VOD and Digital. Directed by Erik Bloomquist, the film promises a chilling exploration of small-town secrets and simmering tensions. Terror Grips Plymouth The town of Plymouth is thrown into chaos. A mayoral election coincides with a series of brutal murders. A masked killer stalks the streets, their motives shrouded in a veil of mystery. As the body count rises, paranoia explodes, turning neighbor against neighbor. Random Rampage or Something More Sinister? Panic ripples through the community. Are these killings a random eruption of violence, or is a more sinister plan at play? Residents are forced to confront their dark secrets and the buried demons that haunt their town’s history. A Talented Cast Assembles Founder’s Day boasts a talented ensemble cast led by Devin Druid, known for his role in “13 Reasons Why.” Druid is joined by Emilia McCarthy (“SkyMed”) and Amy Hargreaves (“13 Reasons Why”) as they
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Director And Cast Reunite for ‘Nightwatch 2: Demons Are Forever’
Get ready for a chilling return to a world of terror. Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever, the long-awaited sequel to the Danish cult classic Nightwatch, is poised to terrify audiences. Written and directed by the original’s mastermind, Ole Bornedal, the film reunites original cast members Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (“Game of Thrones”) and Kim Bodnia (“Killing Eve”) for a new chapter in this haunting story. A Legacy of Horror The original Nightwatch, released in 1994, captivated audiences with its exploration of darkness and the fragility of sanity. The 1997 American remake, starring Ewan McGregor, further solidified the film’s place in horror history. Demons Are Forever promises to deliver a fresh wave of chills while staying true to the unsettling atmosphere of its predecessor. A Daughter Seeks Answers The story centers on Emma (Fanny Leander Bornedal), a young medical student haunted by a past she barely remembers. Emma takes a night watchman job where her parents were once terrorized by the infamous Inspector Wörmer
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Celebrate Earth Day With Crackle’s “Earth Day-sister” Marathon
Ahead of the April 22nd global celebration of Earth Day, Crackle has announced its “Earth Day-sister” marathon. Mother Nature seems mad as hell, and she’s not going to take it anymore! Kick off your April 22nd Earth Day festivities with explosive entertainment by watching the end of the world from the edge of your seat for FREE on Crackle! Exploding Sun Feature Film The world watches in awe as the Roebling Clipper is launched, making history as the first-ever commercial space flight. When a solar storm hyper-charges the engine and sends it hurtling toward the Sun, it triggers a cataclysmic solar storm that could blow Earth back into the Stone Age. For those on board, including the First Lady and those at Mission Control, preparing for the inevitable seems the last and only terrifying option. Cast: David James Elliott (JAG), Anthony Lemke (White House Down), Natalie Brown (Dawn of the Dead) Available: 04/15/24 Titanic II Feature Film On the 100th
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Game Review: ‘The Mildew Children’
The Growing Stones and Valkyrie Initiative came together to tell a macabre story about a village inhabited only by children. Life in this village will soon turn to death if their local pariahs, the witches, fail at an upcoming ritual. This is The Mildew Children. The Mildew Children follows Kyrphel, a young witch plagued by omens relating to the fate of the village, her fears grow after one of her fellow witches dies, bringing the number of witches in the village down to three. This would not be a problem if not for the fact that there needed to be four witches to carry out a ritual on a certain night to prevent doom from coming to the village. Now Kyrphel must find the fourth witch. Now, onto the game itself! Depending on how you plan on going about playing The Mildew Children, controls are relatively simple. The game is side-scrolling so there’s not much to the controls. The art
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Monsters In Nicolas Cage Horror ‘Arcadian’ Inspired by Disney Movie
Nicolas Cage‘s latest film takes a surprising turn. Arcadian, a survival horror set in a dystopian future, features terrifying creatures that draw unexpected inspiration from Disney’s beloved Goofy. A Childhood Fear Fuels Monstrous Creation In a recent interview with IGN, director Ben Brewer has revealed the shocking source behind the film’s distinctive monsters. “From the beginning, I had this idea of big nocturnal eyes and massive spaced-out teeth, teeth way too big for the creature’s mouth,” Brewer explained. He dropped the unexpected bomb: “Goofy, the Disney character, was a big inspiration.” A Goofy Nightmare Brewer elaborated, citing a specific scene from A Goofy Movie as the catalyst for his monstrous vision. “That’s where the Goofy thing comes in,” he said. “In that film, that dream sequence where Goofy’s son Max has a nightmare about turning into his father… it’s terrifying.” This unsettling image and the idea of “too much personality” being inherently creepy became the foundation for Arcadian’s monstrous foes.
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Director Barnaby Clay Talks ‘The Seeding’ in Our Interview
Absolutely brutal is the best way to describe The Seeding, writer-director Barnaby Clay’s feature horror debut. While Clay is a relative newcomer to the horror genre, he brings a wealth of experience from the world of music videos and documentaries. That’s evident in The Seeding’s unique, stunning visual style and well-crafted, unsettling atmosphere. In The Seeding In the film, a man, a lone hiker, enters the desert to film an eclipse. He becomes lost and dehydrated in the unforgiving desert. He finds hope when he stumbles upon his possible salvation. At the bottom of a creator sits a small cabin inhabited by a mysterious woman who welcomes him in. What starts as a desperate plea for help soon becomes a chilling fight for survival in the hot, unforgiving desert sun. This tension-filled film stars the acclaimed actors Scott Haze (Venom, Jurassic World: Dominion) and Kate Lyn Sheil (You’re Next, V/H/S). Both give fantastic, chilling performances. A Talk With the Director
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‘Evil Dead’ is Rising Once Again for a New Installment
The iconic Evil Dead franchise continues to expand its universe with a new entry in development by Infested director Sébastien Vaniček. Following the financial success of last year’s Evil Dead Rise, excitement is brewing for what horrors this new chapter will unleash. Early Stages and Unanswered Questions Vaniček, while tight-lipped on specifics, recently spoke with Screen Rant about the project. He acknowledged the burning question on every fan’s mind: will this new film connect to the existing lore? Vaniček, however, remained coy, stating they’re still in the early stages of the writing process. He likened the creative process to building a sandcastle – gathering ideas and forming the foundation before solidifying concrete details. A Franchise History of Reinvention The franchise boasts a rich history of reinvention. The original trilogy, born in 1981, stars Bruce Campbell as Ash Williams, cementing the series’ cult status. A 2013 reboot attempted to capture the magic for a new generation, and the television series “Ash
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‘The Bloodline Killer’ Strikes in New Clip
Get ready for a chilling descent into the darkness with The Bloodline Killer, a terrifying new horror-thriller premiering this April. Directed by Ante Novakovic (Sanctioning Evil), who wrote the script along with James Gaudioso, the film promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. To give you a taste of the terror to come, Vertical has unleashed a new clip from the film that teases the terror unleashed on Halloween. A New Nightmare Moira Cole (Shawnee Smith) stars as a woman haunted by tragedy. The brutal murder of her family by her deranged cousin left her life in shambles. Now, she seeks to rebuild a sense of normalcy in a quiet suburban town. However, the past casts a long shadow, and the horrors she endured continue to echo in her present. Moira’s fragile peace is shattered when a series of brutal killings rocks her new community. The gruesome nature of the crimes stirs a terrifying possibility – could
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‘The Strangers’ Stalk Coachella
The trio of killers from the highly anticipated horror film The Strangers: Chapter 1 has sent shivers down spines across the nation. First, they were spotted on security video, and this weekend, there were reports that the masked figures were spotted at the Coachella music festival. Where will they be seen next? A Fresh Take on Home Invasion Horror The Strangers: Chapter 1 begins a brand new reboot trilogy to life, courtesy of Lionsgate. Director Renny Harlin is known for action classics like Cliffhanger and Die Hard 2, teasing a new, more action-packed story. This reimagining promises a fresh take on the terrifying concept that captivated audiences in the original films. A Road Trip Gone Wrong Chapter 1 follows the ill-fated journey of Madelaine Petsch (“Riverdale”) and Froy Gutierrez (Hocus Pocus 2) on a cross-country road trip. Their dream getaway takes a horrifying turn when they find themselves stranded in a secluded Airbnb, targeted by three masked strangers with a
Continue reading →
‘Abigail’ Bares Her Teeth in New Featurette Ahead of This Week’s Movie Premiere
A new featurette has been released for the highly anticipated horror movie Abigail ahead of its theatrical premiere this Friday. In it, we see star Melissa Barrera tease the horrors that await viewers. The Abigail movie was directed by genre experts, Matt Bettinelli-Olphin and Tyler Gillett, the filmmaking duo behind Scream and Ready or Not, whose sequel was just announced. Farewell Dusty Castles, Hello Chilling Terror Abigail promises to terrify audiences with a shocking and original take on these classic bloodsuckers. Forget the cobwebs and brooding count Dracula. Abigail throws out the tired vampire tropes, embracing a bold new identity. The film follows a group of hapless criminals who make a monumental mistake – kidnapping the daughter of an influential underworld figure. While it seems like easy money, it’s anything but. As with most things in horror movies, things take a deadly turn. From Captors to Prey While the kidnappers’ task seems simple: watch the young girl overnight in a
Continue reading →
‘Founder’s Day’ Slashes Its Way onto Digital This May
Brace yourselves for a politically charged bloodbath as Founder’s Day is coming to VOD and Digital. Directed by Erik Bloomquist, the film promises a chilling exploration of small-town secrets and simmering tensions. Terror Grips Plymouth The town of Plymouth is thrown into chaos. A mayoral election coincides with a series of brutal murders. A masked killer stalks the streets, their motives shrouded in a veil of mystery. As the body count rises, paranoia explodes, turning neighbor against neighbor. Random Rampage or Something More Sinister? Panic ripples through the community. Are these killings a random eruption of violence, or is a more sinister plan at play? Residents are forced to confront their dark secrets and the buried demons that haunt their town’s history. A Talented Cast Assembles Founder’s Day boasts a talented ensemble cast led by Devin Druid, known for his role in “13 Reasons Why.” Druid is joined by Emilia McCarthy (“SkyMed”) and Amy Hargreaves (“13 Reasons Why”) as they
Continue reading →
Director And Cast Reunite for ‘Nightwatch 2: Demons Are Forever’
Get ready for a chilling return to a world of terror. Nightwatch: Demons Are Forever, the long-awaited sequel to the Danish cult classic Nightwatch, is poised to terrify audiences. Written and directed by the original’s mastermind, Ole Bornedal, the film reunites original cast members Nikolaj Coster-Waldau (“Game of Thrones”) and Kim Bodnia (“Killing Eve”) for a new chapter in this haunting story. A Legacy of Horror The original Nightwatch, released in 1994, captivated audiences with its exploration of darkness and the fragility of sanity. The 1997 American remake, starring Ewan McGregor, further solidified the film’s place in horror history. Demons Are Forever promises to deliver a fresh wave of chills while staying true to the unsettling atmosphere of its predecessor. A Daughter Seeks Answers The story centers on Emma (Fanny Leander Bornedal), a young medical student haunted by a past she barely remembers. Emma takes a night watchman job where her parents were once terrorized by the infamous Inspector Wörmer
Continue reading →
Celebrate Earth Day With Crackle’s “Earth Day-sister” Marathon
Ahead of the April 22nd global celebration of Earth Day, Crackle has announced its “Earth Day-sister” marathon. Mother Nature seems mad as hell, and she’s not going to take it anymore! Kick off your April 22nd Earth Day festivities with explosive entertainment by watching the end of the world from the edge of your seat for FREE on Crackle! Exploding Sun Feature Film The world watches in awe as the Roebling Clipper is launched, making history as the first-ever commercial space flight. When a solar storm hyper-charges the engine and sends it hurtling toward the Sun, it triggers a cataclysmic solar storm that could blow Earth back into the Stone Age. For those on board, including the First Lady and those at Mission Control, preparing for the inevitable seems the last and only terrifying option. Cast: David James Elliott (JAG), Anthony Lemke (White House Down), Natalie Brown (Dawn of the Dead) Available: 04/15/24 Titanic II Feature Film On the 100th
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Game Review: ‘The Mildew Children’
The Growing Stones and Valkyrie Initiative came together to tell a macabre story about a village inhabited only by children. Life in this village will soon turn to death if their local pariahs, the witches, fail at an upcoming ritual. This is The Mildew Children. The Mildew Children follows Kyrphel, a young witch plagued by omens relating to the fate of the village, her fears grow after one of her fellow witches dies, bringing the number of witches in the village down to three. This would not be a problem if not for the fact that there needed to be four witches to carry out a ritual on a certain night to prevent doom from coming to the village. Now Kyrphel must find the fourth witch. Now, onto the game itself! Depending on how you plan on going about playing The Mildew Children, controls are relatively simple. The game is side-scrolling so there’s not much to the controls. The art
Continue reading →
Monsters In Nicolas Cage Horror ‘Arcadian’ Inspired by Disney Movie
Nicolas Cage‘s latest film takes a surprising turn. Arcadian, a survival horror set in a dystopian future, features terrifying creatures that draw unexpected inspiration from Disney’s beloved Goofy. A Childhood Fear Fuels Monstrous Creation In a recent interview with IGN, director Ben Brewer has revealed the shocking source behind the film’s distinctive monsters. “From the beginning, I had this idea of big nocturnal eyes and massive spaced-out teeth, teeth way too big for the creature’s mouth,” Brewer explained. He dropped the unexpected bomb: “Goofy, the Disney character, was a big inspiration.” A Goofy Nightmare Brewer elaborated, citing a specific scene from A Goofy Movie as the catalyst for his monstrous vision. “That’s where the Goofy thing comes in,” he said. “In that film, that dream sequence where Goofy’s son Max has a nightmare about turning into his father… it’s terrifying.” This unsettling image and the idea of “too much personality” being inherently creepy became the foundation for Arcadian’s monstrous foes.
Continue reading →
Director Barnaby Clay Talks ‘The Seeding’ in Our Interview
Absolutely brutal is the best way to describe The Seeding, writer-director Barnaby Clay’s feature horror debut. While Clay is a relative newcomer to the horror genre, he brings a wealth of experience from the world of music videos and documentaries. That’s evident in The Seeding’s unique, stunning visual style and well-crafted, unsettling atmosphere. In The Seeding In the film, a man, a lone hiker, enters the desert to film an eclipse. He becomes lost and dehydrated in the unforgiving desert. He finds hope when he stumbles upon his possible salvation. At the bottom of a creator sits a small cabin inhabited by a mysterious woman who welcomes him in. What starts as a desperate plea for help soon becomes a chilling fight for survival in the hot, unforgiving desert sun. This tension-filled film stars the acclaimed actors Scott Haze (Venom, Jurassic World: Dominion) and Kate Lyn Sheil (You’re Next, V/H/S). Both give fantastic, chilling performances. A Talk With the Director
Continue reading →
‘Evil Dead’ is Rising Once Again for a New Installment
The iconic Evil Dead franchise continues to expand its universe with a new entry in development by Infested director Sébastien Vaniček. Following the financial success of last year’s Evil Dead Rise, excitement is brewing for what horrors this new chapter will unleash. Early Stages and Unanswered Questions Vaniček, while tight-lipped on specifics, recently spoke with Screen Rant about the project. He acknowledged the burning question on every fan’s mind: will this new film connect to the existing lore? Vaniček, however, remained coy, stating they’re still in the early stages of the writing process. He likened the creative process to building a sandcastle – gathering ideas and forming the foundation before solidifying concrete details. A Franchise History of Reinvention The franchise boasts a rich history of reinvention. The original trilogy, born in 1981, stars Bruce Campbell as Ash Williams, cementing the series’ cult status. A 2013 reboot attempted to capture the magic for a new generation, and the television series “Ash
Continue reading →