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Universal Has Found Their Star For The Remake of Frankenstein

Last year Universal tapped Alex Kurtzman and Chris Morgan to begin work on its new shared universe and the remakes of all of its classic horror films. Universal’s The Mummy reboot, starring Tom Cruise and Russell Crowe, will soon wrap filming. And their next reboot, Frankenstein, is now in the early phases of casting. There have been many remakes and reboots of Frankenstein over the years, but the original has never been topped, in my opinion. Let’s hope the new film will do it justice. Variety is reporting that Javier Bardem is now in negotiations to star as Dr, Frankenstein’s monster, a role originally played by Boris Karloff in 1931. Bardem was also offered the role of Dr. Jekyll in the new The Mummy reboot, but passed. There is no word yet if Bardem will also appear in the Bride of Frankenstein, whose star has been named as Angelina Jolie. Bardem is a gifted actor who has starred in many

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Jul 11, 2016

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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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Bernard Rose Has A New Take On Frankenstein

Bernard Rose, the writer/director behind ‘Candy Man’ and ‘Boxing Day’, has a new spin on the classic tale of Frankenstein. The new ‘Frankeinstein’ is set in modern day L.A. and is told from the monster’s point of view.Two scientists, husband and wife, artificially create a man that they have named Adam.Adam is not constructed of loose body parts, unlike in the other Frankenstein movies we’ve seen before. Instead, Adam is made on a printer designed to print organic manner. It is discovered that something has gone wrong when Adam begins to develop sores and growths. The decision is made to euthanize the poor creature, but Adam breaks lose and flees. Now he must face a violent and cruel world. Adam is guided through his new world by Eddie, a blind beggar. ‘American Horror Story’ actor Danny Huston, who plays Dr. Frankenstein, will star along side Tony Todd (Candy Man) as Eddie. Carrie-Ann Moss (The Matrix Trilogy) has been cast as

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Sep 7, 2015

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James McAvoy And Daniel Radcliffe Spark New Life In The ‘Victor Frankenstein’ Trailer

Daniel Radcliffe (Horns, Harry Potter) will be starring as Igor in the up coming movie ‘Victor Frankenstein’ along side James McAvoy (X-Men: Days of Future Past), who will be playing the role of Victor Frankenstein. Unlike in most ‘Frankenstein’ movies, the friendship between young Victor and Igor will be explored. The friends, still in medical school, are trying something never done before, to spark new life in dead flesh.Max Landis wrote the script for ‘Victor Frankenstein’, which is being directed by Paul McGuigan. McGuigan also directed the ‘Sherlock’ series. ‘Victor Frankenstein’ stars Radcliffe, McAvoy, Jessica Brown Findlay of ‘Downtown Abbey’, Andrew Scott (Pride), Mark Gatiss (Sherlock), Freddie Fox (Freeze-Frame), and many other talented actors.‘Victor Frankenstein’ is unlike any ‘Frankenstein’ movie we’ve seen before. ‘Victor Frankenstein’ will be arrive in theaters on October 1, 2015.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Aug 18, 2015

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‘Candy Man’ Director To Give ‘Frankenstein’ New Life

Bernard Rose, the writer/director behind ‘Candy Man’ and ‘Boxing Day’, has a new spin on the classic tale of Frankenstein. The new ‘Frankeinstein’ is set in modern day L.A. and is told from the monster’s point of view. Two scientists, husband and wife, artificially create a man. When the couple is unable to cope with their creation, they leave their project, named Adam, to fend for himself. Adam now must face a violent and cruel world alone. Much of the cast has already been announced. ‘American Horror Story’ actor Danny Huston, who plays Dr. Frankenstein, will star along side Tony Todd (Candy Man) as Eddie. Carrie-Ann Moss (The Matrix Trilogy) has been cast as Mrs. Frankenstein. Xavier Samuel, who had roles in ‘Twilight’ and ‘Fury’ will play Adam, the monster . ‘Frankenstein’ will be out some time later this year.

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Bernard Rose, the writer/director behind ‘Candy Man’ and ‘Boxing Day’, has a new spin on the classic tale of Frankenstein. The new ‘Frankeinstein’ is set in modern day L.A. and is told from the monster’s point of view. Two scientists, husband and wife, artificially create a man. When the couple is unable to cope with their creation, they leave their project, named Adam, to fend for himself. Adam now must face a violent and cruel world alone. Much of the cast has already been announced. ‘American Horror Story’ actor Danny Huston, who plays Dr. Frankenstein, will star along side Tony Todd (Candy Man) as Eddie. Carrie-Ann Moss (The Matrix Trilogy) has been cast as Mrs. Frankenstein. Xavier Samuel, who had roles in ‘Twilight’ and ‘Fury’ will play Adam, the monster . ‘Frankenstein’ will be out some time later this year.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely

Apr 10, 2015