By Kyle Laugh
News:
Universal Studios to Unveil ‘Stranger Things’-Themed Maze for Halloween Horror Nights
“The maze is inspired by the first season of the Netflix show, which takes place in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana in the 1980s. Precocious junior high schoolers are terrorized by a parallel universe known as the Upside Down.”
Source: KTLA News
Guillermo del Toro Signs Overall Deal With Fox Searchlight
"For the longest time, I’ve hoped to find an environment in which I can distribute, nurture and produce new voices in smart, inventive genre films and channel my own. In Fox Searchlight, I’ve found a real home for live action production — a partnership based on hard work, understanding of each other and, above all, faith,”
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Woody Harrelson to Play Carnage in Sony’s Venom Movie
In the comic books, Cletus Kasady is a serial killer who received part of the Venom alien symbiote costume, which creates a far worse and far more sadistic killer than Venom. And when Venom reformed as a ‘lethal protector’, it gave him a far worse version of himself to fight.
Source: Bleeding Cool
The untold story of Stephen King and Steven Spielberg's (almost) collaborations
“I don’t know how Stephen King and I aren’t related by blood,” says Spielberg, 71. “I cannot believe that part of Stephen King is not Jewish, and I can’t believe that we haven’t actually made a movie together. I really think Stephen and I have a spiritual connection in terms of the movies and the stories we love to tell.”
Source: Entertainment Weekly
Corin Hardy’s The Crow: Character Details & Start Date Revealed
“To be produced by Samuel Hadida, Kevin Misher and Ed Pressman, with writing credits going to Hardy and co-writer Jon Spaihts, the film is slated to commence principal photography in early July of 2018 in Budapest, Hungary. As reported, undertaking the lead role of Eric Draven (made famous by the late Brandon Lee) in the redux is Aquaman’s Jason Momoa, although according to today’s notice, some of his adversaries have changed in gender, name and modus operandi.”
Source: Dread Central
Universal Studios Hollywood Hosting the Ultimate ‘Jurassic Park’ 25th Anniversary Fan Celebration
“The multi-faceted immersive Celebration will feature a private screening of the epic Jurassic Park at Universal CityWalk’s all-new, state-of-the-art Universal Cinema. The exciting showcase will also re-release the film’s original trailer. The remainder of the event, which includes exclusive after-hours access, will take place within Universal Studios Hollywood, adjacent to the theme park’s thrilling, Jurassic Park—The Ride.”
Source: Bloody Disgusting
Anthony Hemingway to Direct 'The Purge' TV Series
“Hemingway, one of the TV industry’s most prominent black directors, most recently worked on USA’s true crime series Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G. He rose to fame directing and co-executive producing the first iteration of American Crime Story, which earned him an Emmy and Golden Globe award. He also served as director and executive producer on Underground, and has previously directed episodes of Battlestar Galactica, American Horror Story, Orange Is the New Black, Empire and Shameless.”
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
Releases:
Mohawk
Release: April 10th, 2018
Format: DVD
"After one of her tribe sets an American soldiers' camp ablaze, a young female Mohawk finds herself pursued by a ruthless band of renegades bent on revenge. Fleeing deep into the woods, Mohawk youths Oak and Calvin confront the bloodthirsty Colonel Holt and his soldiers. As the Americans seem to close in from all sides, the trio must summon every resource both real and supernatural as the brutal attack escalates."
Our own writer Mark Doubt picked this as one of his Top Social Commentary films of 2017 read it here
Trailer:
Truth Or Dare
Release: April 13th, 2018
Format: Theatrical
"A harmless game of “Truth or Dare” among friends turns deadly when someone—or something—begins to punish those who tell a lie—or refuse the dare."
Trailer:
Rampage
Release: April 13th, 2018
Format: Theatrical
"Primatologist Davis Okoye, a man who keeps people at a distance, shares an unshakable bond with George, the extraordinarily intelligent, silverback gorilla who has been in his care since birth. But a rogue genetic experiment gone awry mutates this gentle ape into a raging creature of enormous size. To make matters worse, it’s soon discovered there are other similarly altered animals. As these newly created alpha predators tear across North America, destroying everything in their path, Okoye teams with a discredited genetic engineer to secure an antidote, fighting his way through an ever-changing battlefield, not only to halt a global catastrophe but to save the fearsome creature that was once his friend."
Trailer:
Wildling
Release: April 13th, 2018
Format: VOD
"The story centers on young Anna, who spends her entire childhood in a single room under the care of a mysterious man she only knows as “Daddy.” He makes her fear the Outside by telling her of the “Wildling,” a creature with sharp teeth and claws who roams about eating little children. At age 16, Anna is freed by small-town sheriff Ellen Champney with whom she finds a temporary home. For the first time in her life, Anna experiences the Outside, but as she begins to flourish as a young woman, a series of unsettling events unfolds."
Trailer:
Marrowbone
Release: April 13th, 2018
Format: VOD
"Four siblings seek refuge in an old home after the death of their mother, only to discover that the house has another, more sinister, inhabitant, in this haunting directorial debut from Sergio G. Sánchez, screenwriter of The Orphanage and The Impossible."
Trailer:
Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum
Release: April 13th, 2018
Format: VOD
"Follows the crew of a horror web show who plan to stream live from inside the asylum. To attract more viewers, the show’s host arranges some scares for the team, but as they move further into the nightmarish old building, they begin to encounter much more than expected."
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Horror At The Box Office:
Horror is once again back on top in the box office as ‘A Quiet Place’ has dethroned the most recent Spielberg flick ‘Ready Player One’ with a take of $50 million dollars. Seeing as it’s ‘freshness rating’ is at 97%, it’s no surprise that it’s the best film this week.
Most other genre related films have fallen off the rankings with the exception of ‘Pacific Rim: Uprising’ which dropped from fifth to the ninth spot bringing in a total of just over $267 million dollars world wide.
From what I’m currently seeing, ‘Truth or dare’, which is the latest Blumhouse film coming to theaters will be going up against ‘Rampage’. This factor, alongside horror fans unwillingness to see the film due to its PG-13 rating is likely going to cause the film to fail financially. An unfortunate thing to see but very common when going up against a blockbuster. Especially one which stars the ‘People’s Champ, The Rock’.
Indie Support:
Clownado
“A one of a kind thrill ride into the depths of depravity and gore!!! Believe it or not, it is a Horror Film Noir, with crazed killer Clowns on a rampage from Hell... out for revenge and only BLOOD can quench their savage desire for destruction!!!! Be ready for one twisted and scary adventure! Scream Queen Linnea Quigley and Cult Drive-In Icon Jeanne Silver are set to star.”
Frank & Mary - Horror Comedy Short Film
“Frank & Mary is the modern day tale of an elderly DIY enthusiast who reanimates his recently deceased wife in the garden shed. He struggles to keep her secret as her decomposing mind turns violent and the bodies start to pile up beneath the flowerbed. “
Community Spotlight
HORROR SHOP OF THE WEEK: TERROR THREADS
I first fell in love with Terror Threads when they opened up shop just over two years ago. What started out as a small business run by an incredible husband and wife team, selling a handful of original t-shirt designs, has grown into a thriving shop and an active member of the horror community.
They now offer dozens and dozens of unique designs, with a wide range of originals and a large selection of Officially Licensed apparel and merchandise from some of the best horror properties. They’ve collaborated closely with Horror icons — including Felissa Rose, Danielle Harris, and the Soska Sisters — and partnered with popular indie horror filmmakers to promote films like Death House, The Houses October Built, and Terrifier.
The remarkable growth they’ve experienced in such a short amount of time is a testament to the exceptional quality of their apparel, their genuine passion and love for horror, and their unbeatable customer service.
It’s been such a joy to watch them grow and see them get the attention and love from the horror community they so deserve. But, even though they are now one of the biggest players in the horror apparel game, the shop is still run like a small business — with tremendous heart, sincerity, and a humility that you don’t often see among the bigger shops.
The owner, Rick, is still very connected with the community. He attends as many conventions as possible to personally interact with the fans who love and support his business. He says thank you to everyone who shares photos of their Terror Threads merchandise on Instagram. He takes the time to repost everyone who shares. He shows the same respect and appreciation to those with 5 followers or 500,000.
He is the first to volunteer whenever I’ve asked for donations for fundraising events. He always goes out of his way to help in any way he can. He never acts like he’s too big to be bothered and is genuinely grateful to everyone who appreciates the work he does — the work I know he pours his heart and soul into. It’s always a joy to buy products I absolutely love from a company I can really believe in and feel good about supporting.
Visit my friends at Terror Threads Website Here
Stephanie Malone, Morbidlybeautiful.com
Have you listened to the newest Beyond The Void Horror Podcast episode? It's Co-host Alex's Birthday and he chose the Poltergeist Trilogy. They break down all 3 movies and even do a #horrorshot called a "Party-Geist" to celebrate his Birthday and the Franchise. Listen here or on iTUNES HERE