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Noomi Repace Has Returned For Alien: Covenant

Back in January we reported that news had come that Noomi Repace would not be starring in Ridley Scott’s upcoming sequel to Prometheus, Alien: Covenant. Her name has not been mentioned in connection with the film since, until now. Deadline broke the news yesterday that Repace has now returned to her role as Elizabeth Shaw. Sources have spotted Repace on the Covenant set, shooting weeks worth of filming. Shaw, was a main character in 2012’s Prometheus. In Prometheus a team journeys across the universe in search of clues to the origins of man. The crew discovers a structure on a distant planet containing a monolithic statue of a humanoid head and cylinders of alien blood, but soon realize that they are not alone. Alien: Covenant follows a ship bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy. The crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 21, 2016
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What You Need To Know About World Alien Day

On April 26th, people around the world will be celebrating Alien Day. A day designated to celebrate the Alien franchise. On Alien Day we will see some great stuff released, including the re-release of Alien and Aliens, new shirts, comics, toys, and more. It’s going to be out of this world! Remember those cool kicks Ripley (Siguorney Weaver) wore in the 1986 film? Come the 26th you will be able to order a set of the limited addition sneakers from Reebok, along with the replica version of the shoes worn by Bishop (Lance Henriksen). Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products announced today an out-of-this-world global celebration of the ALIEN franchise culminating with a special 24 hour, fan-focused social media event on April 26th – a nod to LV-426, the planet from the iconic ALIEN films. ALIEN DAY (#AlienDay426) to encompass a wide range of executions including nationwide screenings, never-before-seen consumer product activations and the kickoff of the ALIEN: Ultimate Trivia Challenge,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 31, 2016
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Noomi Repace Will Not Be Appearing In Alien: Covenant

Back in November of 2015 we reported that Ridley Scott had confirmed that Noomi Repace would be returning for a minor role in Scott’s upcoming film Alien: Covenant. Sometimes, things change when a film begins production, Noomi Repace will not be returning after all. The reason for the change has not been revealed. Repace’s character “Dr. Elizabeth Shaw” was the only human survivor of the previous 2012 film. Alien: Covenant will be the first of a trilogy that will link back to the original 1979 film,Alien . In the film a ship, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, the crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world – whose sole inhabitant is the “synthetic” David (Michael Fassbender), survivor of the doomed Prometheus expedition. In the film we will witness all forms of the Xenomorphs for the first time in the series,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 31, 2016
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Part 1 of The X-Files Breakdown Seasons 1 – 3

The X-Files centers around two F.B.I. agents, Fox Mulder, the believer, and Dana Scully, the skeptic. The two spent 9 seasons and 2 major motion pictures investigating the strange and unexplained, all while hidden forces worked to impede their efforts. The X-Files was inspired by shows which featured elements of suspense and speculative fiction. The two could not be more different, Mulder, a firm believer in the paranormal searches for the truth hidden in the government all while continuing his search for his abducted sister, Samantha. Scully, spent years studying to be an MD before changing careers and joining the F.B.I. Scully looks at everything from a scientific standpoint and is originally sent to debunk Agents Mulders work. While she agrees with Mulder through much of the series that certain things can not be explained, her and Mulder’s reasonings always differ. The show offered multiple “monster-of-the-week” type episodes which were loosely based off “Alfred Hitchcock Presents,” “The Twilight Zone,” and

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Capt McNeely
Jan 9, 2016
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The X-Files Re-Opened

The truth is out there… and Fox has the inside story on the return of The X-Files. Go behind the scenes with the creator Chris Carter, stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson, and all the key players as they reveal secrets from the set and take you on the epic journey of bringing the classic series back to life. The X-Files returns January 24th on Fox. X-Files First Look Gillian Anderson’s Show & Tell X-Files Trailer

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Capt McNeely
Dec 28, 2015
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Ridley Scott Confirms That We Will See All Forms Of The Xenomorphs In Alien: Covenant

Director Ridley Scott’s upcoming film Alien: Covenant has fans of the franchise very excited. Today we can report that Scott has confirmed that we will see the Xenomorphs in all of their classic forms in the film. Scott also revealed a few details about Covenant. We’ll have them all, egg, face-hugger, chest-burster, then the big boy.” Scott stated in a recent interview. “They’re going to go to the planet where the engineers came from, and come across the evolving creature that they had made.” Scott continued. “Why did they make it? Why would they make such a terrifying beast? It felt bio-mechanoid, it felt like a weapon. And so the movie will explain that, and reintroduce the alien back into it. Fox has released a short synopsis for Covenant. It begins with the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy. There, the crew discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 16, 2015
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Fox Releases “THE X-FILES – First Look”

Chris Carter explains that the X-Files is back due to fan demand in this exclusive Fox clip! Duchovny (Mulder) and Anderson (Scully), talk more about what it is like to be a fan and have the show come back after nearly 15 years of being off the air. The behind the scenes first look promises that episodes 1 and 6 will be about the original shows mythology, while episodes 2-5 will be “monsters episodes…” Does this mean we will see the two agents chasing spooks across the country like they used to? The X-Files revival premiers on January 24th. Gillian Anderson’s “Show & Tell” X-Files Comes to Blu-Ray

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Capt McNeely
Dec 11, 2015
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Deck The Halls With Hallmark’s 2015 Horror Ornaments

It’s that time of year again, time to deck the halls and to be jolly. This year Hallmark has added several amazing ornaments to it’s 2015 Dream Book , made with us horror fans in mind. Jaws “Watch out for your fingers when you hang this ornament from the tree! With the press of a button, the ‘Jaws” theme song will play making your heart race just like the first time you watched the iconic film” I’m a HUGE Jaws Fan. I have already added this ornament to my list for Santa. Alien Xenomorph “What better way to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the science fiction thriller Alien, than to put the film’s frightening “Xenomorph” on your tree.” I have to say, the Xenomorph ornament looks more fantastic! Run! It’s Godzilla! “One of the most iconic characters in pop culture, Godzilla has been “King of Monsters” since he smashed onto the big screen.” Frankenstein’s Monster “Add this horror movie classic

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 2, 2015
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Ridley Scott Confirms Noomi Repace Will Return For Alien: Covenant

With all the news and the changes, the information surrounding Ridley Scott’s new film, Alien: Covenant, has gotten a bit confusing. Now, things seem to be back on track for the film. In a recent interview with Screen Daily Scott stated that Noomi Repace will indeed be returning for her role as “Dr. Elizabeth Shaw”, even if it is only a “minor part”. Alien: Covenant will be the first of a trilogy that will link back to the original 1979 film, Alien . In the film a ship, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, the crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world – whose sole inhabitant is the “synthetic” David (Fassbender), survivor of the doomed Prometheus expedition. Alien: Covenant is set to land in theaters on October 6th, 2017.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 28, 2015
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NECA Reveals Its Life Size Facehugger And Alien Egg

NECA has a new item that will soon be for sale, a life size facehugger and ‘Alien’ eggs set, and it couldn’t be any cooler. The 36″ tall egg comes complete with a glowing light inside. NECA on the set: As seen in the 1986 horror classic ‘Aliens’, this full-sized replica stands almost 36″ tall, and articulated flaps with a wire armature allow you to actually open the top folds of the egg. The included full-size facehugger has a bendable tail, so you can pose it anywhere…waiting to drop on unsuspected prey from the overhead, or simply lurking inside the egg. The life size Xenomorph Egg is made of detailed, hand-painted foam and stands onits own. A switch activates the LED lights inside the base to create a menacing, otherworldly glow effect. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included. The set is must have for any ‘Alien’ fan! Visit the NECA website for more information. The set will be available for

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 15, 2015

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Noomi Repace Has Returned For Alien: Covenant

Back in January we reported that news had come that Noomi Repace would not be starring in Ridley Scott’s upcoming sequel to Prometheus, Alien: Covenant. Her name has not been mentioned in connection with the film since, until now. Deadline broke the news yesterday that Repace has now returned to her role as Elizabeth Shaw. Sources have spotted Repace on the Covenant set, shooting weeks worth of filming. Shaw, was a main character in 2012’s Prometheus. In Prometheus a team journeys across the universe in search of clues to the origins of man. The crew discovers a structure on a distant planet containing a monolithic statue of a humanoid head and cylinders of alien blood, but soon realize that they are not alone. Alien: Covenant follows a ship bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy. The crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 21, 2016
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What You Need To Know About World Alien Day

On April 26th, people around the world will be celebrating Alien Day. A day designated to celebrate the Alien franchise. On Alien Day we will see some great stuff released, including the re-release of Alien and Aliens, new shirts, comics, toys, and more. It’s going to be out of this world! Remember those cool kicks Ripley (Siguorney Weaver) wore in the 1986 film? Come the 26th you will be able to order a set of the limited addition sneakers from Reebok, along with the replica version of the shoes worn by Bishop (Lance Henriksen). Twentieth Century Fox Consumer Products announced today an out-of-this-world global celebration of the ALIEN franchise culminating with a special 24 hour, fan-focused social media event on April 26th – a nod to LV-426, the planet from the iconic ALIEN films. ALIEN DAY (#AlienDay426) to encompass a wide range of executions including nationwide screenings, never-before-seen consumer product activations and the kickoff of the ALIEN: Ultimate Trivia Challenge,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Mar 31, 2016
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Noomi Repace Will Not Be Appearing In Alien: Covenant

Back in November of 2015 we reported that Ridley Scott had confirmed that Noomi Repace would be returning for a minor role in Scott’s upcoming film Alien: Covenant. Sometimes, things change when a film begins production, Noomi Repace will not be returning after all. The reason for the change has not been revealed. Repace’s character “Dr. Elizabeth Shaw” was the only human survivor of the previous 2012 film. Alien: Covenant will be the first of a trilogy that will link back to the original 1979 film,Alien . In the film a ship, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, the crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world – whose sole inhabitant is the “synthetic” David (Michael Fassbender), survivor of the doomed Prometheus expedition. In the film we will witness all forms of the Xenomorphs for the first time in the series,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 31, 2016
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Part 1 of The X-Files Breakdown Seasons 1 – 3

The X-Files centers around two F.B.I. agents, Fox Mulder, the believer, and Dana Scully, the skeptic. The two spent 9 seasons and 2 major motion pictures investigating the strange and unexplained, all while hidden forces worked to impede their efforts. The X-Files was inspired by shows which featured elements of suspense and speculative fiction. The two could not be more different, Mulder, a firm believer in the paranormal searches for the truth hidden in the government all while continuing his search for his abducted sister, Samantha. Scully, spent years studying to be an MD before changing careers and joining the F.B.I. Scully looks at everything from a scientific standpoint and is originally sent to debunk Agents Mulders work. While she agrees with Mulder through much of the series that certain things can not be explained, her and Mulder’s reasonings always differ. The show offered multiple “monster-of-the-week” type episodes which were loosely based off “Alfred Hitchcock Presents,” “The Twilight Zone,” and

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Jan 9, 2016
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The X-Files Re-Opened

The truth is out there… and Fox has the inside story on the return of The X-Files. Go behind the scenes with the creator Chris Carter, stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson, and all the key players as they reveal secrets from the set and take you on the epic journey of bringing the classic series back to life. The X-Files returns January 24th on Fox. X-Files First Look Gillian Anderson’s Show & Tell X-Files Trailer

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Dec 28, 2015
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Ridley Scott Confirms That We Will See All Forms Of The Xenomorphs In Alien: Covenant

Director Ridley Scott’s upcoming film Alien: Covenant has fans of the franchise very excited. Today we can report that Scott has confirmed that we will see the Xenomorphs in all of their classic forms in the film. Scott also revealed a few details about Covenant. We’ll have them all, egg, face-hugger, chest-burster, then the big boy.” Scott stated in a recent interview. “They’re going to go to the planet where the engineers came from, and come across the evolving creature that they had made.” Scott continued. “Why did they make it? Why would they make such a terrifying beast? It felt bio-mechanoid, it felt like a weapon. And so the movie will explain that, and reintroduce the alien back into it. Fox has released a short synopsis for Covenant. It begins with the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy. There, the crew discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 16, 2015
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Fox Releases “THE X-FILES – First Look”

Chris Carter explains that the X-Files is back due to fan demand in this exclusive Fox clip! Duchovny (Mulder) and Anderson (Scully), talk more about what it is like to be a fan and have the show come back after nearly 15 years of being off the air. The behind the scenes first look promises that episodes 1 and 6 will be about the original shows mythology, while episodes 2-5 will be “monsters episodes…” Does this mean we will see the two agents chasing spooks across the country like they used to? The X-Files revival premiers on January 24th. Gillian Anderson’s “Show & Tell” X-Files Comes to Blu-Ray

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Dec 11, 2015
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Deck The Halls With Hallmark’s 2015 Horror Ornaments

It’s that time of year again, time to deck the halls and to be jolly. This year Hallmark has added several amazing ornaments to it’s 2015 Dream Book , made with us horror fans in mind. Jaws “Watch out for your fingers when you hang this ornament from the tree! With the press of a button, the ‘Jaws” theme song will play making your heart race just like the first time you watched the iconic film” I’m a HUGE Jaws Fan. I have already added this ornament to my list for Santa. Alien Xenomorph “What better way to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the science fiction thriller Alien, than to put the film’s frightening “Xenomorph” on your tree.” I have to say, the Xenomorph ornament looks more fantastic! Run! It’s Godzilla! “One of the most iconic characters in pop culture, Godzilla has been “King of Monsters” since he smashed onto the big screen.” Frankenstein’s Monster “Add this horror movie classic

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 2, 2015
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Ridley Scott Confirms Noomi Repace Will Return For Alien: Covenant

With all the news and the changes, the information surrounding Ridley Scott’s new film, Alien: Covenant, has gotten a bit confusing. Now, things seem to be back on track for the film. In a recent interview with Screen Daily Scott stated that Noomi Repace will indeed be returning for her role as “Dr. Elizabeth Shaw”, even if it is only a “minor part”. Alien: Covenant will be the first of a trilogy that will link back to the original 1979 film, Alien . In the film a ship, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, the crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world – whose sole inhabitant is the “synthetic” David (Fassbender), survivor of the doomed Prometheus expedition. Alien: Covenant is set to land in theaters on October 6th, 2017.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 28, 2015
Horror Fuel

NECA Reveals Its Life Size Facehugger And Alien Egg

NECA has a new item that will soon be for sale, a life size facehugger and ‘Alien’ eggs set, and it couldn’t be any cooler. The 36″ tall egg comes complete with a glowing light inside. NECA on the set: As seen in the 1986 horror classic ‘Aliens’, this full-sized replica stands almost 36″ tall, and articulated flaps with a wire armature allow you to actually open the top folds of the egg. The included full-size facehugger has a bendable tail, so you can pose it anywhere…waiting to drop on unsuspected prey from the overhead, or simply lurking inside the egg. The life size Xenomorph Egg is made of detailed, hand-painted foam and stands onits own. A switch activates the LED lights inside the base to create a menacing, otherworldly glow effect. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included. The set is must have for any ‘Alien’ fan! Visit the NECA website for more information. The set will be available for

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 15, 2015
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