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Black Panther Director at The Helm for New “The X-Files” Reboot

Yet again, Hollywood is taking aim at a classic with a reboot. This time, it’s the iconic sci-fi series “The X-Files.” Black Panther director Ryan Coogler spearheads the new version, Variety reports. The Stamp of Approval Creator Chris Carter won’t be directly involved. He has, however, expressed his support for Coogler’s vision, calling their initial discussion about the reboot “a really nice conversation.” Carter even acknowledges the unique challenge Coogler faces in a world saturated with conspiracy theories: “Everything’s a conspiracy. No one knows what the truth is.” This shift in the cultural landscape promises a fresh take on the series’ core theme – the pursuit of truth in the face of the unknown.” An Enduring Legacy The original “X-Files” ran from 1993 to 2001. It captivated audiences with its blend of science fiction, horror, and government conspiracies. The chemistry between FBI agents Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson), the skeptic, and Fox Mulder (David Duchovny), the believer, was a cornerstone of

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 5, 2024

Season Two Of 'Interview with the Vampire' Bares Its Fangs Today

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Sink Your Fangs Into the Season Two Trailer for “Interview with the Vampire”

One of the most underrated series of 2022 was AMC’s “Interview with the Vampire,” a new take on Anne Rice’s classic. It’s been two years since it premiered. And we had almost given up hope that the new season would ever arrive—that is, until today. The new trailer for season 2 has just bared its fangs. New Blood Injects Fresh Intrigue: The cast welcomes new members Ben Daniels (“The Crown”) and Roxane Duran (“The White Ribbon”) join the fray as Santiago and Madeleine. Bally Gill (“Sherwood”) adds another layer of mystery, while David Costabile (“Billions”) sinks his teeth into a guest role. Emmy-winning director Alan Taylor (“Game of Thrones”) is at the helm for the season’s first two episodes. Picking up after the dramatic events of Season 1, Louis (Jacob Anderson) recounts his adventures across Europe. Driven by a desire to understand his existence as a vampire, he embarks on a quest to uncover the secrets of the ancient bloodsuckers

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 1, 2024

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Redbox Turns Up the Heat with Free Streaming Horror This April

Summer may still be months away, but things are heating up on Redbox with free hot streaming horror films and more! Here’s what’s coming your way this April. Anonymous Animals The balance of power between man and animal has changed. In a remote countryside, any encounter with the dominant can become hostile. Cast: Thierry Marcos (Madame Bovary), Pauline Guilpain, Aurélien Chilarski Available: 04/08/24 The Accursed Hana spends twenty years suppressing a maleficent curse that was placed upon her bloodline, only to have a family member knowingly release it, forcing her to kill or to be killed. Cast: Yancy Butler (Kick-Ass), Izabela Vidovic (Veronica Mars), George H. Xanthis (The Chosen) Available: 04/15/24 An Intrusion Sam and his family are terrorized by a malicious stalker…but as an investigation mounts, he fears the attacks may be related to secrets he has violently kept from his family and detectives. Cast: Dustin Prince (Chase the Lion), Keir Gilchrist (It Follows), Billy Boyd (The Lord of

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Ella Rebecca Horton

Mar 29, 2024

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Spoiler-Free Film Reviews: “Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person” and “Property” (Make Believe 2024)

Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person (Vampire humaniste cherche suicidaire consentant; Canada, 2023) What an absolute blast Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person is! Director Ariane Louis-Seize’s French language coming-of-age vampire dramedy is a true charmer. Sasha (Sara Montpetit) is a reluctant teen vampire who suffers from adverse reactions when she witnesses humans being physically harmed. Her family members do their best to wean her off of blood bags and start her biting people. Matters become even more complicated when she meets bullied teen Paul (Félix-Antoine Bénard) at an anonymous meeting for depressed and suicidal individuals. Paul is looking for a meaningful way to end his life, and sees that in Sasha’s becoming a true, people-biting vampire. Louis-Seize, who cowrote the screenplay with Christine Doyon, has crafted a touching, whimsical feature that examines the potential humanity in an undead being, gently and thoughtfully focusing on two characters trying to find their way in this world — and in Paul’s case,

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Joseph Perry

Mar 29, 2024

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A Monster Is Unleashed in First Images from Horror Throwback ‘Daisy’

Get ready for some nostalgic chills! Daisy is the throwback monster movie you’ve been waiting for, from the mind of filmmaker Michael S. Rodriguez (Last American Horror Show I & II). A Town’s Terror Felix (played by Michael Wainwright) is a war veteran struggling with PTSD after being the sole survivor of his squad in Afghanistan. Back in his small hometown of Cutler, he finds solace running his late father’s auto repair shop and with a creature he brought back from the war– a humanoid with a taste for human blood. Inspired by Legends and Modern Struggles Rodriguez masterfully blends modern-day issues with obscure folklore to create a unique tale. The concept for Daisy arose from a conversation with a real-life veteran who spoke of a legendary cryptid in Afghanistan – a giant vampire bat-like creature. This chilling inspiration fuels the film’s story. A Nostalgic Treat with Modern Bite Shot on a shoestring budget in just six days, Daisy prioritizes

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Mar 27, 2024

Free Horror Movies Streaming on Crackle This June

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Crackle Adds Free Chilling Horror Films This April

Just because Spring is in the air doesn’t mean Crackle can’t give you chills. The free streaming service is gearing up to unleash a ton of chilling horror films and more this April. Here are the horrors headed your way on Crackle. Honeybee (2016) The arrival of an enigmatic family just weeks before school is to let out jump-starts a quiet town. Life suddenly becomes appealing. Cast: Jane Wiedlin (Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure), Connie Shi (Law & Order), Justin Parks (Reservation Dogs) Available: 04/01/24 The Dark Red (2018) A young woman is committed to a psychiatric hospital and claims a secret society stole her newborn to harvest its supernatural blood. Cast: April Billingsley (The Walking Dead), Kelsey Scott (12 Years a Slave), Conal Byrne (The Vault) Available: 04/01/24 Tilt (2017) An unemployed documentary filmmaker’s behavior becomes increasingly erratic in the months after his wife becomes pregnant. Cast: Christian Calloway (Twin Peaks), Joseph Cross (Lincoln), Jessy Hodges (Barry) Available: 04/01/24

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Ella Rebecca Horton

Mar 27, 2024

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Michael B. Jordan & Black Panther Director’s Vampire Movie Gets an Update

Earlier this year, we reported that actor Michael B. Jordan would be reuniting with Black Panther director Ryan Coogler for an untitled vampire movie. Today, we have a major update. Jordan Sinks His Teeth Into The Lead Role While most of the details are still being kept quiet, we know that Michael B. Jordan will sink his teeth into the lead role of the vampire. With his fantastic performances in Black Panther and the Creed franchise, I believe fans can expect a great movie. What We Know Not much is known about the mysterious movie at this point. However, we do know that filming is set to kick off in April in New Orleans. This means that the cast has been chosen, but their names remain secret, like much of the movie. The movie is reportedly set in the South in the 1930s. This was a time during the Jim Crow era. The nation was in the Great Depression, and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Mar 22, 2024

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“The Sopranos” Masterminds Reunite for Horror Film

The dream team of David Chase, creator of the iconic HBO series “The Sopranos,” and Terence Winter, a powerhouse executive producer on the show, are reuniting for a chilling new project – a horror film at New Line Cinema. A Departure from Familiar Territory: This may seem like a significant shift in genre for Chase, a seven-time Emmy winner known for his masterful exploration of mob life and complex characters in “The Sopranos.” However, a closer look reveals a hidden thread of horror lurking in Chase’s past. Before “The Sopranos” captivated audiences, Chase honed his writing skills on “Kolchak: The Night Stalker,” a 1970s television series delving into the world of the supernatural. Additionally, he penned “Grave of the Vampire” (1972) and directed an episode of “Alfred Hitchcock Presents.” A Legacy of Storytelling: This reunion holds immense significance for fans. It’s the first collaborative project between Chase and Winter since the legendary “The Sopranos” finale in 2007. Winter, a prolific

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Mar 20, 2024

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‘Salem’s Lot’ Sinks Its Fangs into a Streaming Premiere

In late February, Master of Horror Stephen King spoke up in defense of the new Salem’s Lot movie and that it should be released. After all, it has been finished and trapped in limbo since 2022. He even had great things to say about it. Well, it appears that King has gotten his wish. The movie now has a release window. The Cast and Crew Gary Dauberman, known for horror hits like Annabelle, IT, and The Nun, directs the film. Lewis Pullman (Top Gun: Maverick) stars in the lead role of Ben. Makenzie Leigh, Alfre Woodard, Bill Camp, and Pilou Asbaek co-star. A King Classic In King’s 1975 novel, Ben returns to the town of Jerusalem’s Lot to write his next book. Ben soon discovers that the house that terrified him as a child is filled with vampires. This isn’t its first adaptation of King’s tale. It had a film adaptation back in 1979 that became a classic. The Release

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Mar 14, 2024

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The 24th Annual Boston Underground Film Festival Announces Its Incredible Line-Up Of Genre-Shattering Films

Every year, genre-film aficionados can expect a wild, wooly mix of unusual cinematic fare from the Boston Underground Film Festival. This year’s edition features slashers, spiders, and sleepers among its drool-worthy choices. Following is the official press announcement. Spring festival season is nigh as the 24th annual Boston Underground Film Festival returns to Harvard Square’s arthouse hub The Brattle Theatre with five days of eclectic cinemania from March 20th through the 24th. This year’s lineup is stacked with stone-cold killers, covetous cretins, nocturnal nuisances, and all manner of midnight madness. BUFF is beyond honored to host the East Coast Premiere of Michael Mohan’s (2021’s The Voyeurs) convent-set horror Immaculate on Opening Night. Starring Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria, The White Lotus), Immaculate follows a newly minted nun who arrives at an idyllic Italian convent where devilish deeds lurk in the shadows of the sun-drenched countryside. Bookending this year’s electric lineup is genre-bending fever dream Boy Kills World, the gleefully bombastic debut from

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Joseph Perry

Mar 13, 2024