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DC Unleashing ‘Task Force Z’ & ‘DC VS. Vampires’ Just In Time For Halloween

This October, just in time for Halloween, the DC Universe gets a whole lot scarier with TASK FORCE Z and DC VS. VAMPIRES! Writer Matthew Rosenberg (The Joker Presents: A Puzzlebox; 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) is dragging some of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains back from the dead to earn a second chance at life in TASK FORCE Z. But the undead aren’t contained in Gotham; in DC VS. VAMPIRES, Rosenberg has teamed up with writer James Tynion IV (The Nice House on the Lake; Something is Killing the Children) for a twelve-issue maxiseries where the Justice League discovers that, while they’ve been monitoring the skies for intergalactic threats, a new enemy has been hiding on earth all along. On A-Day, hundreds of Gotham City’s most dangerous and deranged criminals were left dead after an attack on Arkham Asylum and now, they’re getting a second chance at life. A mysterious benefactor is bringing together a new Task Force

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 14, 2021
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Dive Into Eli Roth’s Shark Week Documentary ‘Fin’ Today On Discovery+

Shark Week has officially begun on discovery+ and there at least one documentary you need to see, Eli Roth‘s Fin, from Lionsgate. Written, directed, and produced by the acclaimed filmmaker who brought you The Green Inferno, Hostel, and Cabin Fever, the documentary dives into the senseless and brutal slaughter of millions of sharks every year and the criminal enterprise that drives it. In Fin, Roth and a professional group of scientists, researchers and activists sail around the globe to unveil the truth behind the death of millions of sharks, exposing the criminal enterprise that is impacting the extinction of the misunderstood creatures. Fin features work from photographer Michael Muller and the support of organizations such as Oceana, Sea Shepherd, and Wild Aid.Oscar® winner Leonardo DiCaprio executive produces the film along with actor, producer, and shark activist Nina Dobrev and President of Lionsgate Nonfiction Television and Pilgrim CEO and Chair Craig Piligian. “FIN is the scariest film I’ve ever made, and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
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It’s Up To A Group Of Friends To Stop A Demon In ‘Kandisha’ – Premiering On Shudder

Shudder is set to unleash the demonic folklore-inspired horror film Kandisha later this month. Ahead of its release, we’ve got the brand new haunting trailer. From the directing team of Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo, best known for the cult hits Inside and Livid, comes this dark tale starring Mathilde Lamusse, Samarcande Saadi, and Suzy Bemba. Described as a stylish and gory take on the Morrocan folk legend of the vengeful female demon Aicha Kandicha, the film is set against the backdrop of modern-day Paris. “It’s summer break and best friends Amélie, Bintou and Morjana hang together with other neighborhood teens. Nightly, they have fun sharing scary stories and urban legends. But when Amélie is assaulted by her ex, she remembers the story of Kandisha, a powerful and vengeful demon. Afraid and upset, Amélie summons her. The next day, her ex is found dead. The legend is true and now Kandisha is on a killing spree— and it’s up to

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
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A Cyberstalker Becomes The Hunted In The ‘Eye Without A Face’ Trailer

Director Ramin Niami‘s modern twist on Rear Window, Eye Without a Face, comes to digital this August from Gravitas Ventures. In the film, “Henry, an agoraphobic and anxious young man living in Los Angeles, hacks into the webcams of various selected young women who inhabit the city. He watches over them in their daily lives, seeing himself as their guardian angel. When his new charming roommate Eric, a Youtuber and struggling actor pushes him to get out into the real world, he unknowingly puts Henry in danger. And as Henry starts to suspect one of the women he watches, Laura, of being a killer, everything starts to spiral out of control.” Featuring stunning cinematography by Tara Violet Niami, and a mesmerizing score by Charlie Clouser, Eye Without A Face is written and directed by Ramin Niami, who brought you the acclaimed films Somewhere in the City, Babe’s & Rickey’s Inn, and Shirin in Love. Nowadays, we are constantly being watched.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
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Review: Eli Roth’s Documentary ‘Fin’ Is More Horrifying Than Any Horror Film

Shark Week kicks off on Discovery+ on July 11th. Among the shark-themed shows and specials is a documentary titled Fin, from filmmaker Eli Roth who is a leading name in the horror genre, delivering films such Cabin Fever, Hostel, and The Green Inferno. Here’s the thing, Fin is filled with more gore and stomach-churning horrors than a movie could ever capture. In the doc, Roth delves into the horrific and heartbreaking fin trade. What is the fin trade? Let me fill you in. Fishermen catch sharks, often hacking off their fins and throw them back into the sea to die a painful death, often drowning. Buyers purchase the fins and use them to make shark fin soup, an expensive meal considered a status symbol. Roth takes us behind the scenes of the fin trade revealing the massive amount of sharks slaughtered each year. Upwards of 17, 000 tons of fins are brought into China alone every year. An average of

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
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Anna Kendrick Joins The Psychological Thriller ‘Alice, Darling’

Lionsgate has just announced that Academy Award nominee Anna Kendrick has joined the cast of director Mary Nighy‘s (“Industry”, Traces) female-led psychological thriller Alice, Darling. Kendrick, known for her roles in “Love Life”, Up in the Air, and the Pitch Perfect franchise, will star alongside Wunmi Mosaku (His House, “Loki”), Kaniehtiio Horn (“Letterkenny”), and Charlie Carrick (“Reign”) in Nighy’s feature directorial debut, written by Alanna Francis. In the film, “Alice (Kendrick), who is behaving strangely, keeping secrets about her mercurial boyfriend (Carrick) from her two best friends (Mosaku and Horn). When the three friends take a girl’s trip out of town, all secrets are revealed when a local girl goes missing and Alice’s boyfriend arrives unannounced.” Nighy said, “Alice, Darling is a subtle, nuanced story about coercion and control. As a director, I couldn’t wish for a better cast of talented actors and creatives to bring this important story to life. The chemistry between Anna Kendrick, Wunmi Mosaku, and Kaniehtiio

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
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‘A Quiet Place: Part Two’ Is Coming To Digital, 4K Ultra, And Blu-ray

A Quiet Place: Part II was hit at box offices with both fans and critics alike, now it’s coming home on Digital, Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Ultra HD this July as well as a two-film collection. John Krasinski‘s sequel to 2018’s original finds the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) now facing the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path. Michael Bay, Andrew Form, Brad Fuller, and Krasinski are producing, with Allyson Seeger executive producing. The A Quiet Place: Part 2 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray, and Digital releases boast exclusive special features that take viewers deeper into the world originated in the global smash hit A Quiet Place. Follow Krasinski on the set of the new film as he details the cast

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 12, 2021
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Certified Fresh Horror ‘Jakob’s Wife’ Is Out This July

This July RLJE Films will introduce us to director Travis Stevens‘ dark tale of Jakob’s Wife on Blu-ray and DVD. Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, You’reNext) stars alongside Larry Fessenden, Nyisha Bell, Mark Kelly, Sarah Lind, Robert Rusler, Bonnie Aarons, and Phil Brooks (aka CM Punk) in the film written by Mark Steensland, Kathy Charles, and Travis Stevens and is certified “fresh” by Rotten Tomatoes. In Jakob’s Wife, “Anne is married to a small-town minister and feels like her life and marriage have been shrinking over the past 30 years. After a chance encounter with “The Master,” she discovers a new sense of power and an appetite to live bigger and bolder than before. As Anne is increasingly torn between her enticing new existence and her life before, the body count grows and Jakob realizes he will have to fight for the wife he took for granted.” Jakob’s Wife lands on Blu-ray and DVD on July 20, 2021, from RLJE, a business

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 12, 2021
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Animals Attack In The New Action-Packed ‘Jungle Run’ Trailer

Two sisters on a mission to find their missing father discover a supernatural mystery as they face off against wild beasts in Jungle Run from director Noah Luke and writer Marc Gottlieb. In the film, “A search for their missing father turns deadly when sibling adventurers find themselves viciously attacked by jungle animals. But as they fight back against the relentless onslaught they start to realize something much more sinister may be behind the attacks.” Richard Grieco, Alyson Gorske, Darius Autry, and Jack Pearson star in Jungle Run, out now on Digital from The Asylum.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 12, 2021
Horror Fuel

“The Witcher: Nightmare Of The Wolf” Anime Series Hunts Down A Trailer & Premiere Date

Can’t wait until December for season 2 of “The Witcher” to premiere? Netflix has got you covered. Their prequel anime series “The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf” is headed your way this August. First announced last year, “Nightmare of the Wolf” centers on Vesemir, Geralt’s mentor. “Before Geralt, there was Vesemir — a cocky young witcher who delights in slaying monsters for coin. When a dangerous new power rises on the Continent, Vesemir learns that some witchering jobs are about more than just money…” The prequel is from Korean animations house Studio Mir, who made a name for themselves with The Legend of Korra which involved “The Witcher” showrunner Lauren Hissrich. We’ve got the first teaser for the series which was released this weekend as part of WitcherCon. Tune in for the premiere of “The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf” on Netflix on August 23, 2021.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 11, 2021

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DC Unleashing ‘Task Force Z’ & ‘DC VS. Vampires’ Just In Time For Halloween

This October, just in time for Halloween, the DC Universe gets a whole lot scarier with TASK FORCE Z and DC VS. VAMPIRES! Writer Matthew Rosenberg (The Joker Presents: A Puzzlebox; 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) is dragging some of Gotham City’s most dangerous villains back from the dead to earn a second chance at life in TASK FORCE Z. But the undead aren’t contained in Gotham; in DC VS. VAMPIRES, Rosenberg has teamed up with writer James Tynion IV (The Nice House on the Lake; Something is Killing the Children) for a twelve-issue maxiseries where the Justice League discovers that, while they’ve been monitoring the skies for intergalactic threats, a new enemy has been hiding on earth all along. On A-Day, hundreds of Gotham City’s most dangerous and deranged criminals were left dead after an attack on Arkham Asylum and now, they’re getting a second chance at life. A mysterious benefactor is bringing together a new Task Force

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 14, 2021
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Dive Into Eli Roth’s Shark Week Documentary ‘Fin’ Today On Discovery+

Shark Week has officially begun on discovery+ and there at least one documentary you need to see, Eli Roth‘s Fin, from Lionsgate. Written, directed, and produced by the acclaimed filmmaker who brought you The Green Inferno, Hostel, and Cabin Fever, the documentary dives into the senseless and brutal slaughter of millions of sharks every year and the criminal enterprise that drives it. In Fin, Roth and a professional group of scientists, researchers and activists sail around the globe to unveil the truth behind the death of millions of sharks, exposing the criminal enterprise that is impacting the extinction of the misunderstood creatures. Fin features work from photographer Michael Muller and the support of organizations such as Oceana, Sea Shepherd, and Wild Aid.Oscar® winner Leonardo DiCaprio executive produces the film along with actor, producer, and shark activist Nina Dobrev and President of Lionsgate Nonfiction Television and Pilgrim CEO and Chair Craig Piligian. “FIN is the scariest film I’ve ever made, and

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
Horror Fuel

It’s Up To A Group Of Friends To Stop A Demon In ‘Kandisha’ – Premiering On Shudder

Shudder is set to unleash the demonic folklore-inspired horror film Kandisha later this month. Ahead of its release, we’ve got the brand new haunting trailer. From the directing team of Julien Maury and Alexandre Bustillo, best known for the cult hits Inside and Livid, comes this dark tale starring Mathilde Lamusse, Samarcande Saadi, and Suzy Bemba. Described as a stylish and gory take on the Morrocan folk legend of the vengeful female demon Aicha Kandicha, the film is set against the backdrop of modern-day Paris. “It’s summer break and best friends Amélie, Bintou and Morjana hang together with other neighborhood teens. Nightly, they have fun sharing scary stories and urban legends. But when Amélie is assaulted by her ex, she remembers the story of Kandisha, a powerful and vengeful demon. Afraid and upset, Amélie summons her. The next day, her ex is found dead. The legend is true and now Kandisha is on a killing spree— and it’s up to

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
Horror Fuel

A Cyberstalker Becomes The Hunted In The ‘Eye Without A Face’ Trailer

Director Ramin Niami‘s modern twist on Rear Window, Eye Without a Face, comes to digital this August from Gravitas Ventures. In the film, “Henry, an agoraphobic and anxious young man living in Los Angeles, hacks into the webcams of various selected young women who inhabit the city. He watches over them in their daily lives, seeing himself as their guardian angel. When his new charming roommate Eric, a Youtuber and struggling actor pushes him to get out into the real world, he unknowingly puts Henry in danger. And as Henry starts to suspect one of the women he watches, Laura, of being a killer, everything starts to spiral out of control.” Featuring stunning cinematography by Tara Violet Niami, and a mesmerizing score by Charlie Clouser, Eye Without A Face is written and directed by Ramin Niami, who brought you the acclaimed films Somewhere in the City, Babe’s & Rickey’s Inn, and Shirin in Love. Nowadays, we are constantly being watched.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
Horror Fuel

Review: Eli Roth’s Documentary ‘Fin’ Is More Horrifying Than Any Horror Film

Shark Week kicks off on Discovery+ on July 11th. Among the shark-themed shows and specials is a documentary titled Fin, from filmmaker Eli Roth who is a leading name in the horror genre, delivering films such Cabin Fever, Hostel, and The Green Inferno. Here’s the thing, Fin is filled with more gore and stomach-churning horrors than a movie could ever capture. In the doc, Roth delves into the horrific and heartbreaking fin trade. What is the fin trade? Let me fill you in. Fishermen catch sharks, often hacking off their fins and throw them back into the sea to die a painful death, often drowning. Buyers purchase the fins and use them to make shark fin soup, an expensive meal considered a status symbol. Roth takes us behind the scenes of the fin trade revealing the massive amount of sharks slaughtered each year. Upwards of 17, 000 tons of fins are brought into China alone every year. An average of

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
Horror Fuel

Anna Kendrick Joins The Psychological Thriller ‘Alice, Darling’

Lionsgate has just announced that Academy Award nominee Anna Kendrick has joined the cast of director Mary Nighy‘s (“Industry”, Traces) female-led psychological thriller Alice, Darling. Kendrick, known for her roles in “Love Life”, Up in the Air, and the Pitch Perfect franchise, will star alongside Wunmi Mosaku (His House, “Loki”), Kaniehtiio Horn (“Letterkenny”), and Charlie Carrick (“Reign”) in Nighy’s feature directorial debut, written by Alanna Francis. In the film, “Alice (Kendrick), who is behaving strangely, keeping secrets about her mercurial boyfriend (Carrick) from her two best friends (Mosaku and Horn). When the three friends take a girl’s trip out of town, all secrets are revealed when a local girl goes missing and Alice’s boyfriend arrives unannounced.” Nighy said, “Alice, Darling is a subtle, nuanced story about coercion and control. As a director, I couldn’t wish for a better cast of talented actors and creatives to bring this important story to life. The chemistry between Anna Kendrick, Wunmi Mosaku, and Kaniehtiio

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2021
Horror Fuel

‘A Quiet Place: Part Two’ Is Coming To Digital, 4K Ultra, And Blu-ray

A Quiet Place: Part II was hit at box offices with both fans and critics alike, now it’s coming home on Digital, Blu-ray, DVD, and 4K Ultra HD this July as well as a two-film collection. John Krasinski‘s sequel to 2018’s original finds the Abbott family (Emily Blunt, Millicent Simmonds, Noah Jupe) now facing the terrors of the outside world as they continue their fight for survival in silence. Forced to venture into the unknown, they quickly realize that the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats that lurk beyond the sand path. Michael Bay, Andrew Form, Brad Fuller, and Krasinski are producing, with Allyson Seeger executive producing. The A Quiet Place: Part 2 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray, and Digital releases boast exclusive special features that take viewers deeper into the world originated in the global smash hit A Quiet Place. Follow Krasinski on the set of the new film as he details the cast

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 12, 2021
Horror Fuel

Certified Fresh Horror ‘Jakob’s Wife’ Is Out This July

This July RLJE Films will introduce us to director Travis Stevens‘ dark tale of Jakob’s Wife on Blu-ray and DVD. Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator, You’reNext) stars alongside Larry Fessenden, Nyisha Bell, Mark Kelly, Sarah Lind, Robert Rusler, Bonnie Aarons, and Phil Brooks (aka CM Punk) in the film written by Mark Steensland, Kathy Charles, and Travis Stevens and is certified “fresh” by Rotten Tomatoes. In Jakob’s Wife, “Anne is married to a small-town minister and feels like her life and marriage have been shrinking over the past 30 years. After a chance encounter with “The Master,” she discovers a new sense of power and an appetite to live bigger and bolder than before. As Anne is increasingly torn between her enticing new existence and her life before, the body count grows and Jakob realizes he will have to fight for the wife he took for granted.” Jakob’s Wife lands on Blu-ray and DVD on July 20, 2021, from RLJE, a business

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 12, 2021
Horror Fuel

Animals Attack In The New Action-Packed ‘Jungle Run’ Trailer

Two sisters on a mission to find their missing father discover a supernatural mystery as they face off against wild beasts in Jungle Run from director Noah Luke and writer Marc Gottlieb. In the film, “A search for their missing father turns deadly when sibling adventurers find themselves viciously attacked by jungle animals. But as they fight back against the relentless onslaught they start to realize something much more sinister may be behind the attacks.” Richard Grieco, Alyson Gorske, Darius Autry, and Jack Pearson star in Jungle Run, out now on Digital from The Asylum.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 12, 2021
Horror Fuel

“The Witcher: Nightmare Of The Wolf” Anime Series Hunts Down A Trailer & Premiere Date

Can’t wait until December for season 2 of “The Witcher” to premiere? Netflix has got you covered. Their prequel anime series “The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf” is headed your way this August. First announced last year, “Nightmare of the Wolf” centers on Vesemir, Geralt’s mentor. “Before Geralt, there was Vesemir — a cocky young witcher who delights in slaying monsters for coin. When a dangerous new power rises on the Continent, Vesemir learns that some witchering jobs are about more than just money…” The prequel is from Korean animations house Studio Mir, who made a name for themselves with The Legend of Korra which involved “The Witcher” showrunner Lauren Hissrich. We’ve got the first teaser for the series which was released this weekend as part of WitcherCon. Tune in for the premiere of “The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf” on Netflix on August 23, 2021.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 11, 2021
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