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Josh Hartnett Leads the Cast of M. Night Shyamalan's 'Trap'

Josh Hartnett Leads the Cast of M. Night Shyamalan’s ‘Trap’

We’ve got thrilling news for fans of mind-bending narratives: M. Night Shyamalan has partnered with Warner Bros. for a new multi-year deal. The first project for the deal is the mysterious psychological thriller titled Trap, with actor Josh Hartnett taking the lead. A Thrilling Pivot for Hartnett and Shyamalan Hartnett, known for diverse roles in genre films like 30 Days of Night, The Faculty, and the brilliant series “Penny Dreadful,” describes his involvement in Trap as a pivotal moment in his career. He emphasizes the film’s unique nature, stating that it’s “very bizarre, very dark, and wild.” This cryptic description, coupled with Hartnett’s praise for Shyamalan as a “true artist,” fuels the anticipation for a film. Beyond the Lead Actor: A Collaborative Effort While the plot details of Trap remain under wraps, the film boasts a cast that includes Hayley Mills, Marnie McPhail, Vanessa Smythe, Scott Ian MacDougall, Kristi Woods, and Cali Lorella. With M. Night Shyamalan‘s renowned storytelling prowess

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Feb 27, 2024
Directors Eshom And Ian Nelms Talk 'Red Right Hand' Starring Orlando Bloom

Directors Eshom And Ian Nelms Talk ‘Red Right Hand’ Starring Orlando Bloom

The talented brother filmmaking team of Eshom and Ian Nelms, who brought you Fatman, starring Mel Gibson, are back with the thrilling film Red Right Hand. I had the pleasure of sitting down with this dynamic duo to discuss the film, what went into its making, the cast, and how the brothers work as a team. But first, a little about the movie: Red Right Hand stars Orlando Bloom (Pirates of the Caribbean) as Cash. Cash is a man yearning for redemption in a desolate Appalachian town. Haunted by his past, Cash tries to build a new life. However, the harsh reality of the town soon rears its ugly head. The ruthless kingpin Big Cat (Andie MacDowell) claws her way back into Cash’s life, demanding his return to her criminal fold. Faced with an impossible choice, Cash embarks on a perilous journey that blurs the lines between good and evil. As the stakes rise and the body count climbs, Cash

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Feb 21, 2024
Villains, UFOs, and Gunfighters Descend on Wisconsin’s 2024 MidWest WeirdFest

Villains, UFOs, and Gunfighters Descend on Wisconsin’s 2024 MidWest WeirdFest

Aficionados of the odd, the unusual, and the bizarre in cinema should find much to love in this, the full-program announcement for the 2024 edition of Wisconsin’s MidWest WeirdFest, scheduled for March 13. Following is the official press announcement. MidWest WeirdFest announces its full program for 2024 today. The 8th annual film festival — a cinematic celebration of of all things fantastic, frightening, paranormal, and just plain weird — takes place March 1-3, 2024 at the Micon Downtown Cinema in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The fest’s fantastic line-up of horror, sci-fi, underground, paranormal, and documentary cinema, kicks off at 6pm, Friday March 1, with the theatrical world premiere of the brand new, and soon to be cult hit, BLIND COP 2. “The story of getting BLIND COP 2 made is nearly as absurd and feverish as the film itself.” says the film’s director and co-writer Alec Bonk. “Our small group of highly impassioned and exceedingly motivated artists came together and forced

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Feb 21, 2024
Dark Nights Film Fest Is Unleashed and Calls for Entries!

Dark Nights Film Fest Is Unleashed and Calls for Entries!

Bryn Tilly, who ran Australia’s A Night of Horror Film Festival for four years, has announced a new fright-fare fest for that country: Dark Nights Film Fest. The inaugural edition is scheduled for October of this year, and the call for entries is now open. Following is the official press announcement. Get ready to embrace a spine-chilling, heart-pounding experience as former director and programmer of the renowned A Night of Horror International Film Festival brings you an exhilarating new venture – Dark Nights Film Fest – set to haunt Ritz Cinemas in Sydney this coming October. With many years of festival programming experience under his belt, Dark Nights’ founder, Bryn Tilly, announces the festival’s inaugural Call for Entries and invites horror and dark genre filmmakers, screenwriters, and thrill-seekers to join this essential new journey. Tilly helmed and successfully navigated Sydney’s film festival A Night of Horror through the wilderness of a global pandemic and beyond, and promises to elevate frightful

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Feb 20, 2024
Dive into 'The Abyss' On Netflix

Dive into ‘The Abyss’ On Netflix

Brace yourself for a descent into the chilling depths of The Abyss, a new Swedish horror-thriller that arrives on Netflix on February 16th. Directed by Richard Holm, it’s a layered exploration of fear, resilience, and the darkness that lurks beneath the surface. Beyond the Ordinary: The Abyss is set in Kirunavaara, a seemingly ordinary town built upon the world’s largest underground mine. But normalcy quickly crumbles as the earth shifts, throwing its residents’ lives into chaos. Enter Frigga (Tuva Novotny), a determined security manager juggling the demands of her high-risk job and single motherhood. Now, amidst the collapsing ground and unsettling tremors, Frigga faces a desperate fight for survival for herself and her loved ones. Facing the Unseen: The Abyss isn’t just about physical dangers. As the earth unravels, unsettling secrets and strange occurrences emerge. The film masterfully blends horror with psychological suspense, leaving viewers questioning the very nature of reality and the terrifying unknown that lies beneath our feet.

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Feb 15, 2024
Nuclear Disaster Strikes in Netflix's Explosive Series "The Days"

Nuclear Disaster Strikes in Netflix’s Explosive Series “The Days”

“The Days” Season 1 plunges you headfirst into the maelstrom of the Fukushima nuclear disaster, a chilling event that continues to resonate years later. This gripping series, helmed by horror maestro Hideo Nakata (“Ring”) and medical drama veteran Masaki Nishiura (“Code Blue”), isn’t just a factual retelling; it’s a multi-faceted human thriller that blends elements of “Chernobyl” and “Lost” with a uniquely Japanese perspective. Beyond the Headlines: Forget dry documentaries and sterile factual accounts. “The Days” throws you into the emotional heart of the crisis, following three distinct groups grappling with the unimaginable: Government officials: Thrust into a desperate scramble for solutions, they face immense pressure and impossible choices, their decisions carrying life-or-death consequences. Power company employees: Caught between loyalty and safety, they must make moral and technical choices with potentially catastrophic ramifications. Plant workers: Risking their lives on the front lines, they become the last line of defense against a silent, invisible threat. A Stellar Cast Brings Humanity to

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Feb 15, 2024
Unnamed Footage Festival Announces First Wave Selections for Its 2024 Edition

Unnamed Footage Festival Announces First Wave Selections for Its 2024 Edition

Found footage fear-fare fans, your biggest dream and worst nightmares are about to come true! The Unnamed Footage Festival is back for its 7th edition, and its first wave selections are a highly intriguing. The festival runs March 28–31, 2024 in San Francisco. Following is the official press announcement. The Unnamed Footage Festival is excited to announce the first wave of films for the 7th edition of the Found Footage Horror, First Person POV, and Faux Doc film festival. Every year, our programmers scour the globe for the greatest, weirdest, and most obscure films in the In-World camera genre, and this year is shaping up to be our best and biggest year yet, complete with cryptids, liminal horror, possession and live streaming. UFF7 will feature two nights of pre-fest events. On Tuesday March 26th, UFF will present a 10th Anniversary screening of AS ABOVE SO BELOW at Terror Tuesday in collaboration with the Alamo Drafthouse at their New Mission location.

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Feb 15, 2024
Spoiler-Free Short-Film Reviews: "Nian," "Days of Spring," Mosquito Lady," and "A Dire Strait" (Final Girls Berlin Film Festival)

Spoiler-Free Short-Film Reviews: “Nian,” “Days of Spring,” Mosquito Lady,” and “A Dire Strait” (Final Girls Berlin Film Festival)

Following are reviews of four of the offerings that screened as part of the 2024 Final Girls Berlin Film Festival’s Folk Horror short-film block. Nian Short chiller Nian (U.S., 2023), finds a Chinese American schoolgirl (Lauren Mei in a delightful performance) standing up to a racist bully with the help of a Chinese demon mask and the supernatural assistance of the titular mythological punisher of naughty children. Director Michelle Krusiec delivers a crisp commentary on racism and bullying that nails its fantasy aspects, with a nice amount of heart behind it. Days of Spring Writer/director Arianne Hinz’s Days of Spring (Netherlands, 2022) is a disturbing peek into the secretive world of a small group of young Dutch girls who surrender their individual wills to the group. Eleven-year-old Roos (Anoek Neervort) has invited her friend Ella (Maeve Hickey) to join the group but begins to question herself when the demands of the girls grows increasingly extreme, including animal sacrifice. Beautifully lensed

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Feb 13, 2024
Acclaimed Sci-Fi Thriller 'The Animal Kingdom' Lands On Digital

‘The Animal Kingdom’ Trailer Reveals Mutations and Mysteries

Be transported to a world where humanity and nature collide in a thrilling new sci-fi film, The Animal Kingdom. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Thomas Cailley, this story dives into a future where genetic mutations trigger extraordinary transformations, blurring the lines between humans and animals. The Plot Thickens: The film centers around François. He is a desperate husband fighting to save his wife, who has succumbed to this mysterious condition. She undergoes disturbing changes. François and his teenage son Emile team up with a determined police officer (Adèle Exarchopoulos) in the search through a nearby forest. A place where mutated creatures roam. A Cast of Award-Worthy Talent: Roman Duris brings depth and emotion to François’s desperate struggle. Paul Kircher stars as Emile, who experiences the challenges of navigating this altered world alongside his father. Adèle Exarchopoulos adds her captivating presence as the police officer, bringing both strength and compassion to the investigation. Accolades: The Animal Kingdom garnered critical acclaim. It received

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Feb 10, 2024
New Streaming Service FrightPix Promises Free Chills and Thrills

New Streaming Service FrightPix Promises Free Chills and Thrills

At a time when streaming services are raising their prices and introducing ads, horror fans may be feeling the crunch. But have no fear; a new FREE streaming service, FrightPix, is coming to the rescue, and they are all about horror! Get ready for a frightfully exciting relaunch of FrightPIX, your one-stop shop for all things creepy and crawly. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment and Swirl Films have joined forces to unleash FrightPIX as a multi-platform terror titan, bringing its spine-tingling content to Free Ad-supported Streaming Television (FAST), YouTube, and other connected platforms. Beyond the Graveyard Gates: FrightPIX isn’t just your average graveyard haunt. It’s a curated haven for all things that go bump in the night, offering a chilling selection of creature features, zombie flicks, heart-pounding thrillers, and bone-chilling true crime documentaries. So, whether you crave classic monster movies or edge-of-your-seat suspense, they’ve got you covered. Content Crypt Cracked Open: Under the new partnership, Chicken Soup for the

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