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Will It Be Aslan or Cthulhu? Multi-Verses Being Confirmed!

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Will It Be Aslan or Cthulhu? Multi-Verses Being Confirmed!At The Seen and The Unseen, we’re fascinated by the idea of other universes and other worlds. Many paranormal theories and explanations consider the possibility of other worlds as an assumption. It seems as if science is starting to catch up with the storytellers and ghost hunters.

Last week the Daily Mail (cool color pictures included!) reported that scientists announced their first “hard evidence” of other universes. The evidence is based on some startling findings from the Planck spacecraft.

The scientists mapped out the cosmic radiation in the universe. As they did, they found “cold spots” in the radiation, which many theoretical physicists believe would be there if other universes existed. The reason? The gravitational pull of these other worlds would pull away heat from our own universe.

Those cold spots have been found in the cosmic radiation map from the current study.

Dr. Mersini-Houghton, theoretical physicist at University of North Carolina, states, “These anomalies were caused by other universes pulling on our universe as it formed during the Big Bang. They are the first hard evidence for the existence of other universes that we have seen."

So the question really is... will Aslan emerge from these universes? Or will the “Old Ones” led by Cthulhu and his tentacled madness come to makes us his cosmic slaves?

Share your thoughts below.

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New Hatchet III Images Go Heavy on the Gore

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New Hatchet III Images Go Heavy on the GoreA trunkload of new images from Hatchet III found their way onto our desks, and we're still cleaning up all the blood that they left behind. Check 'em out right now. But you may wanna lay down some plastic first!

HATCHET III is set to open in New York City's Cinema Village and in Los Angeles at Laemmle Music Hall on June 14th. Opening week will feature special appearances by cast and crew, followed by Q&A's at each location. Additional cities will be announced at a later date.

Synopsis:
Danielle Harris and Kane Hodder return in HATCHET III and are joined by Zach Galligan (Gremlins), Derek Mears (Friday the 13th 2009), Caroline Williams (Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2), Sean Whalen (The People Under the Stairs), and others.

HATCHET III continues the tale of the now-iconic villain Victor Crowley (Kane Hodder). As a search and recovery team heads into the haunted swamp to pick up the pieces and carnage left behind from the first two films, Marybeth (Danielle Harris) hunts down the true secret to ending the voodoo curse that has left the ghost of Victor Crowley haunting and terrorizing Honey Island Swamp for decades.

The sequel, which was filmed outside of New Orleans, Louisiana, from late May to mid-June, 2012, is a co-production of MPI/Dark Sky Films and Hatchet III writer/executive producer Adam Green's Los Angeles-based ArieScope Pictures.


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Fuse Blasts Its Way to Consoles

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Fuse Blasts Its Way to ConsolesElectronic Arts and Insomniac Games have announced that players can step into the sci-fi fun of Fuse which is now available for Xbox 360 and PS3. Players can assume the role of four operatives who are tasked with collecting a batch of Xenotech weapons powered by an alien energy source before they are used to take over the world.

From the Press Release
Four is better than one when it’s four against... everyone. Insomniac Games, makers of the beloved Ratchet & Clank and Resistance franchises, today announced with Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) that Fuse is now available in stores and on Origin. The first multiplatform release from the award-winning independent developer, Fuse is set in a vibrant world driven by dynamic co-op action and innovative high-tech combat. Fuse places extra emphasis on player freedom, introducing a new feature, LEAP. This inventive new mechanic allows players to switch between the four characters at-will, delivering on Insomniac’s promise to bring something new to the genre and offer a unique approach to gaming with friends.

“In a world of sequels, Fuse is the breath of fresh air that gamers have been waiting for. Between our exotic Fuse weapons, inventive co-op gameplay and signature dry humor, Fuse offers something original for gamers seeking a new adventure at the end of this generation’s console cycle,” said Ted Price, CEO and Founder of Insomniac Games. “The game is built from the ground up to offer the best four-player co-op experience today. Thanks to our LEAP functionality, players can experience each of our four distinct operatives at-will in combat even if they’re not playing with three other friends. With Fuse, playing is believing.”

In Fuse, players are thrust into the shoes of four elite operatives- Dalton Brooks, Izzy Sinclair, Jacob Kimble and Naya Deveraux - as they embark on a mission to take down Raven, a rogue paramilitary organization that has stolen a volatile alien substance. Each covert agent is equipped with unique skills and weapons that are not only necessary for survival, but also help create unexpected and extraordinary results. Xenotech weapons are powered by the alien substance, Fuse, giving players otherworldly capabilities that expand their strategic options in and out of combat. Through lethal teamwork, players can complete objectives and combine their Xenotech guns to pull off kills to earn Fuse points for powerful upgrades.

Fuse can be played online* with two or three friends or solo, or offline with a friend via split-screen co-op. In any mode, players progress along unique character paths, letting players unlock devastatingly powerful Fuse-driven abilities as they level up. In addition, the game's progression system is unified between the campaign and the additional, wave-based Echelon mode, allowing players to continue improving their operatives regardless of how they play.

To learn more, visit the official Fuse website.

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Game Music Connect Celebrates Video Game Music

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Game Music Connect Celebrates Video Game MusicFans of music in games will be excited to know that the first Game Music Connect event is scheduled to take place on September 9th in London at the Southbank Centre's Purcell Room. The event will feature a long list of horror game composers such as Jason Graves (Dead Space series) and a closer look at scoring for next-gen consoles.

From the Press Release
Game Art Connect Ltd presents a new live event series, Game Music Connect created for fans of music in games, aspiring and professional composers of all backgrounds and those interested in learning about the art and science of creating today's cutting edge video game soundtracks. Featuring interviews and roundtable discussions with some of the world's leading composers and audio directors in the video games industry, the first Game Music Connect event is scheduled to take place at Southbank Centre's Purcell Room, London on September 9, 2013.

The premiere UK event series dedicated to celebrating and exploring the craft of video game music, Game Music Connect will host a distinguished line-up of British and international A-list composer talent featuring Martin O'Donnell (Destiny, Halo series), Jason Graves (Tomb Raider, Dead Space series, Resistance: Burning Skies), Jesper Kyd (Assassin's Creed series, Hitman series, Borderlands series), James Hannigan (Dead Space 3, Command & Conquer series, Harry Potter series), Richard Jacques (Mass Effect, James Bond 007: Blood Stone, LittleBigPlanet 2) and Joris de Man (Killzone series) - and will be hosted by composer, audio director and commentator John Broomhall (X-COM series, Transport Tycoon, A Christmas Carol).

Leading audio directors from both independent and major developers and publishers include Paul Lipson (Composer and Music/Audio Director - Microsoft Studios), Alastair Lindsay (Music Production Manager - Sony Computer Entertainment Europe WWSE), Martin O'Donnell (Audio Director/Composer - Bungie Studios), Steve Lord (Head of Audio - Jagex) as well as freelance audio directors Nick Laviers (Dead Space 3, Assassin's Creed Revelations) and Adele Cutting (founder of SoundCuts and former EA Audio Director).

The day's programming will comprise of in-depth discussions with these celebrated composers and audio directors, including insights into their diverse career paths and scoring experiences as well as practical demonstrations of interactive music and previews of next-gen original scores. The day will feature a composer panel exploring the evolution of video game music and a philosophical discussion of the art form and its future. Full details of the day's sessions, involving a mixture of composers and audio directors, will be announced in the coming weeks.

Game Music Connect is created by BAFTA award winner and five-time Original Music nominated composer James Hannigan and veteran game audio director, composer, sound designer and industry commentator John Broomhall, to celebrate and explore the music of video games and the extraordinary talent behind it. Game Music Connect micro-events are also in development to spotlight individual composers' careers and key works.

To learn more or buy tickets, visit the official Game Music Connect website.

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Monster Blade Slices Up The App Store

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Monster Blade Slices Up The App StoreNubee has revealed that their new title Monster Blade is now available on the App Store for iOS devices. Players will take on the role of a monster slayer and be tasked with slaying hundreds of fierce creatures who have a thirst for blood. Read on to learn more.

From the Press Release
Social mobile games developer Nubee announced the release of their 3D action game "Monster Blade" on App Stores worldwide today. The free-to-play game is available to iPhone and iPad users after its successful launch on Google Play.

Monster Blade was initially released on the Canadian App Store in February, and a worldwide version for Android followed soon in April. With its smooth gameplay and attractive graphics, Monster Blade quickly won over 26,000 positive reviews and an impressive rating of 4.7 stars on Google Play - All in less than a month.

In Monster Blade, player takes on the role of a monster slayer and challenges hundreds of powerful monsters. Designed to be pick-up-and-play without difficult learning curves or complicated controls, players can engage in epic one-on-one battles with simple swipes and taps. “Monster Blade’s fast paced, real-time combat is perfect for passing the time,” said Kenneth Tan, producer of Monster Blade. “Players will also find fun in collecting unique equipment from monsters. Some rare equipment even allows you to transform into powerful dragons!”

During combat, players encounter monsters that can perform special moves such as fireball blasts and petrify attacks that turn you into stone. “In battle, it is all about timing. You need to focus on the monster's movement and judge when to attack or defend."

In addition, players can call for a friend’s help during battle. Friend assist skills can be performed once per battle and range from healing to powerful damage abilities. These skills can quickly help to turn the tide in battles, making your friends an important part of the game.

The Monster Blade team constantly collects feedback from their players to improve and create new gaming experiences. “Player feedback is very important to us,” said Kenneth Tan. “We are always adding new content, running in-game events of an epic scale and expanding the world of Monster Blade.”

To learn more, visit the official Monster Blade Facebook page.

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First Episode of What Remains Hits The Web

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First Episode of What Remains Hits The WebManifest Film's What Remains is a web series that is based on Naughty Dog's The Last of Us. The eerily creepy series has released the first episode which focuses on three friends who venture through a world that has been wiped out from a new strain of fungus. Read on to learn more.

About What Remains
What Remains is an epic live action series produced by Manifest Film. The web series is not endorsed by or affiliated in any way with Naughty Dog or any Sony company. WHAT REMAINS is a unique piece of content chronicling the journey of three unlikely friends as they attempt to survive in a world 10 years after a new strain of fungus as all but wiped out the human race. This series asks the question: "What does it mean to be human when humanity's time has passed?"

Introducing the Characters

David
David is one of the sole remaining survivors who has chosen to exist outside of the safety of human colonies in a post apocalyptic world overrun by the fungal infection. He is a stubborn, sultry survivor, and it has been quite some time since he last saw another human unafflicted by the fungus. He lives in a box truck which he uses to travel around town, gathering supplies he needs to survive. In this story he represents a piece of humanity which is too stubborn to let go, even though the world has passed him by. It is through his perspective that we are able to see the world through a traditional perspective, as he holds to the belief that humanity may once again recover to its former glory, and he will do anything he can to help it reclaim that position.

Alex
Alex is searching for her brother after a tragic accident left them separated outside the safety of one of the last human colonies. She is aware of his unique ability to resist the fungus, even though it has left him in a condition that may or may not be beyond saving. Alex represents the value of family as a source of hope when all other light has gone from the world. She is a headstrong, no nonsense fighter with a dry sense of humor. Her chief concern is reuniting with her brother, and bringing him to safety. She hopes that by way of his unique condition there may be some salvation for humanity after all.

Andre
Andre is Alex's brother. During an incident some time prior to the events of this story, he and his sister were separated, as he chose to defend a position after becoming wounded so she could escape. He has since developed a unique resistance to the fungus, as is able to walk on both sides of the line between human and the infection. He maintains his own free will, but is plagued with a calling to the other side. An eternal optimist, he represents the perspective of both humanity, and the fungus itself, as it is through his eyes that we gain a sense of the purpose behind the fungal outbreak.

The Fungus
A new strain of Cordyceps, a parasitic fungus which affects its host by altering its brain and causing it to spread. These creatures have all but wiped out humanity either by way of violent killings, or the spreading of infection. Upon infection, the human host's brain develops into spores, which are then expelled through the forehead thus spreading the infection to additional hosts. This story takes the perspective that these creatures share a collective consciousness, and communicate through the same thread of thought. This particular trait has been instrumental in the annihilation of the human race, but may eventually prove to be their undoing....

To learn more, visit the official What Remains website.

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Director Rubs Lucky Charms; Hired for Leprechaun Reboot

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Director Rubs Lucky Charms; Hired for Leprechaun RebootHere's the news that you have been waiting patiently for! That's right, kids! Hide your pots of gold (and - in reference to Leprechaun in the Hood - hide your pot too); a director has been found for WWE Films'Leprechaun reboot!

According to The Wrap, Lionsgate and WWE Studios have set visual-effects veteran Zach Lipovsky to direct Leprechaun, the long-awaited reboot of the successful horror franchise that launched the career of Jennifer Aniston.

Lipovsky was discovered as a contestant on Steven Spielberg and Mark Burnett's short-lived reality series "On the Lot," which saw 16 aspiring filmmakers compete for a development deal with DreamWorks.

The original Leprechaun, which featured comedic elements, followed an evil leprechaun searching for his pot of gold while avoiding four-leaf clovers. “The tone is going to be a little darker, a little more traditional horror than the Warwick Davis ones that people remember, trying to find a way to please fans of that genre; but at the same time this is really being played for scares,” said WWE president Michael Luisi in an earlier interview.

Producers are keeping details of Harris Wilkinson's script under wraps to keep the franchise's new direction a secret. As reported earlier WWE superstar Hornswaggle (pictured below) will be playing the titular title character.

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The Apocalypse Begins in This First TV Spot for This Is the End

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The Apocalypse Begins in This First TV Spot for This Is the EndWe've already seen several trailers, a few clips, and big batches of stills from The Is the End so what's left to see? How about the first TV spot for the flick that brings us what's sure to be the funniest apocalypse ever?

Written and directed by Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen and starring Rogen, Jay Baruchel, James Franco, Craig Robinson, Danny McBride and Jonah Hill as themselves, This Is the End finds six friends trapped in a house after a series of strange and catastrophic events devastate Los Angeles. As the world unravels outside, dwindling supplies and cabin fever threaten to tear apart the friendships inside. Once they discover that they are experiencing the Apocalypse, they must come to terms with why they were left behind. Eventually they are forced to leave the house, facing their fate and the true meaning of friendship and redemption.

Look for the flick in theatres on June 12th.

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Evil Dead Announced for Blu-ray and DVD

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Evil Dead Announced for Blu-ray and DVDIt's coming, kids! Faster than a demon barreling through the woods the remake of the Sam Raimi classic Evil Dead is hitting Blu-ray and DVD and we have the early word for you right here! Dig it!

Sony Pictures is unleashing the film onto Blu-ray and DVD with UltraViolet on July 16th. No word on if there will be an unrated cut included or not. Let's hope so. No one likes to double dip!

Ghost House Pictures produced the much anticipated remake of The Evil Dead, the film that effectively launched the careers of Sam Raimi (Spider-Man franchise, Darkman, Drag Me to Hell), Rob Tapert (30 Days of Night), and Bruce Campbell, who played the Ash character and was co-producer of the original. They are now back to produce an Evil Dead for today's audience that's high on the horror, gore, plot twists, and more from a screenplay written by Fede Alvarez and Rodo Sayagues with Diablo Cody. Executive producers are J.R. Young, Nathan Kahane, Joseph Drake, and Peter Schlessel.

Read our Evil Dead review here!

Related News:Everything About the Evil Dead Remake

Evil Dead has been rated R for “strong bloody violence and gore, some sexual content and language. It opened in US theatres on April 5th, 2013.

A core cast of young, fresh talent includes Jane Levy ("Suburgatory") as Mia; Shiloh Fernandez (Deadgirl, Red Riding Hood) as David; Lou Taylor Pucci (Carriers) as Eric; Jessica Lucas (Cloverfield) as Olivia; and Elizabeth Blackmore (Legend of the Seeker) as Natalie.

Special Features

  • Commentary featuring stars Jane Levy, Lou Taylor Pucci, Jessica Lucas, Director Fede Alvarez and writer Rodo Sayagues (Blu-ray exclusive)
  • “Making Life Difficult” – The Intense and Physically Exhausting Creation of the Film
  • “Being Mia” – The Physical and Psychological Transformation into “Evil Mia”
  • “Directing The Dead” – Director Fede Alvarez re-imagines a cult horror classic
  • “Unleashing The Evil Force” – Exploring the origins and design of the new Book of the Dead (Blu-ray exclusive)
  • “Evil Dead the Reboot” – Cast Rehearsals, Bruce Campbell, Deadites and more! (Blu-ray exclusive)

    The Evil Dead Remake Hits Blu ray & DVD This July

    Synopsis
    In the much anticipated remake of the 1981 cult-hit horror film, five twenty-something friends become holed up in a remote cabin. When they discover a Book of the Dead, they unwittingly summon up dormant demons living in the nearby woods, which possess the youngsters in succession until only one is left intact to fight for survival.

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  • First Details and Image from Syfy's Independence Daysaster

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    First Details and Image from Syfy's Independence DaysasterA pair of unlikely heroes are all that stand between Earth and extinction in the newest Syfy Original Movie, Independence Daysaster, premiering in a special time period Thursday, June 27th, at 9PM (ET/PT).

    In Independence Daysaster, an alien invasion cripples America’s conventional defense forces. When the President’s helicopter is shot down, his brother (a small-town hero) and a renegade scientist must find the aliens’ weakness and defeat them.

    Independence Daysaster stars Ryan Merriman (Final Destination 3), Tom Everett Scott ("Southland"), Emily Holmes (Snakes on a Plane), and Andrea Brooks ("Supernatural"). Independence Daysaster is a production of Cinetel Films.

    Look for a trailer soon!

    First Details and Image from Syfy's Independence Daysaster

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    Funko Releasing Adorable New Walking Dead Figures!

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    Funko Releasing Adorable New Walking Dead Figures!The first images from Funko's third series of their POP! Television: The Walking Dead figures have arrived, and we have a look at them for you right here in all of their ghastly yet cute as a button creepiness! Dig it!

    From the Press Release
    This gorgeous series is filled with Villains and Crazies - and they're our absolute favorite! Seriously, Prison Yard Rick... Where did all the sanity go? Oh my goodness... we could marry this series! Because really nothing says love quite like missing eyes, missing hands & riot gear. Available JULY 11TH!

    *SWOON*

    Exclusives COMING SOON!

  • Poncho Daryl Pop! - Hot Topic Exclusive
  • Zombie Merle Pop! - Hot Topic Exclusive
  • Bloody Gauze Eye Patch Governor Pop! - Previews Exclusive
  • Blood Splatter Merle Pop! - Conventions Exclusive
  • Blood Splatter Governor - Fugitive Toys Exclusive

    For more keep an eye on the official Funko Toys website.

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  • First Video from The Last Days on Mars Blasts Off

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    First Video from The Last Days on Mars Blasts OffThe first video footage from director Ruairi Robinson's next film, The Last Days on Mars, has surfaced online, and we have the goods ready and waiting for you! Check it out!

    Liev Schreiber (Scream 2, X-Men Origins: Wolverine) alongside Olivia Williams (The Sixth Sense, Rushmore), Romola Garai (One Day, Atonement), Elias Koteas (Shutter Island, Zodiac), Tom Cullen (Weekend), Goran Kostic (In the Land of Blood and Honey, Taken), and Johnny Harris (Snow White and the Huntsman) star in the film.

    The thriller is being produced by Qwerty Films' Michael Kuhn (The Duchess, Being John Malkovich) and Andrea Cornwall (The Scouting Book for Boys).

    The Last Days on Mars, which was previously titled The Animators, follows the story of an astronaut crew on Mars on the verge of a major breakthrough, having collected rock specimens that reveal microscopic evidence of life. In their last hours on the planet, two astronauts go back to a cavernous valley on the surface of Mars to collect further evidence for their discovery, but a routine excavation turns deadly when one of them falls to his death and his body is taken as a host and re-animated by the very life form they sought to discover.

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    Canadian Residents Asked to Prepare for Godzilla's Arrival

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    Canadian Residents Asked to Prepare for Godzilla's ArrivalRemember a few weeks ago when we told you that the sight of faux missiles headed toward the Godzilla set in Canada alarmed residents? Well, Warner Bros. and Legendary are now thinking ahead a bit. Everything will be fine. Just remain calm.

    Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Richard T. Jones, Elizabeth Olsen, Bryan Cranston, David Strathairn, Patrick Sabongui, Yuki Morita, Brian Markinson, Juliette Binoche, Akira Takarada, Victor Rasuk, and Ken Watanabe star.

    Gareth Edwards is directing the film from a screenplay by Max Borenstein, Frank Darabont, and Dave Callaham. Legendary’s Thomas Tull and Jon Jashni are producing with Mary Parent and Brian Rogers. Alex Garcia and Patricia Whitcher are serving as executive producers alongside Yoshimitsu Banno and Kenji Okuhira.

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    A presentation of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures, Godzilla will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company, except in Japan, where it will be distributed by Toho Co., Ltd. Legendary Pictures is a division of Legendary Entertainment.

    Slated to open on May 16, 2014, the film is expected to be presented in 3D.

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    Screamfest Screenplay Competition Deadline Extended; Winner to Receive Chiller Deal

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    Screamfest Screenplay Competition Deadline Extended; Winner to Receive Chiller DealWe try to give the filmmakers amongst us every chance to get their work seen. One of the preeminent film fests, Los Angeles' Screamfest Horror Film Festival, has extended the deadline for its screenplay competition. Hop to it, writers. Chop, chop!

    Aside from the elevated sense of pride the winner will undoubtedly feel in his or her bosom, the top script will also receive some cold, hard cash and a first look deal with Chiller among other goodies. Submit entries online here and visit the official Screamfest website for more information on the event.

    From the Press Release
    The 13th annual Screamfest Horror Film Festival and Screenplay Competition announces a first look deal with Chiller, a division of NBCuniversal for the winner of this year's contest. "We are very excited to offer this great opportunity to this year's winning screenplay," founder/festival director Rachel Belofsky said.

    Chiller's senior director or programming, Shane O'Brien, said, "Chiller has always valued the dramatic weight that well-crafted screenplays contribute to the horror genre. We're thrilled to offer the opportunity to work with and nurture talented up-and-coming screenwriters."

    Screamfest Horror Film Festival takes place October 8-17, 2013, in Los Angeles. The winning screenplay will be announced on October 17 on the closing night of the festival. Screamfest Horror Film Festival was founded in 2001 to give up-and-coming filmmakers and writers a venue to showcase their work. Screamfest provides a great opportunity for them to have their work discovered just as Oren Peli, director and producer of Paranormal Activity, was discovered through his Paranormal Activity entry.

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    Exclusive Stills and More! Filmmaker Peter Dukes Talks Little Reaper

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    Exclusive Stills and More! Filmmaker Talks Little ReaperIt’s no secret that we here at Dread Central are stalwart supporters of indie filmmakers so it’s a pleasure to bring you a first look at Peter Dukes’ engaging horror-comedy short Little Reaper as well as some exclusive stills, a poster, and word on his next project.

    Written, directed and produced by Dukes, the film, a project by Dream Seekers Productions, stars Athena Baumeister in the titular role as the Grim Reaper’s (actor John Paul Ouvrier) teenage daughter, who when tasked with handling her patriarch’s daily duties, comes up rather short and with some rather amusing results. Actors John Michael Herndon, Katharine Stapleton, Allisyn Ashley Arm (of Disney channel fame), Katy Townsend and Sorsha Morava round out the cast.

    “Death is a common theme in my work,” said Dukes of Little Reaper, which he funded with additional financing from Little Reaper executive producer Danny Derakhshan and associate producers Melissa Cottingham, Shane and Colin Mehigan and Justin Castillo.

    “Not in any kind of macabre way, but it's just something that I think about often,” continued Dukes of his approach to the short, “like a big clock ticking over our heads throughout life. So, it was only a matter of time before I took on the (subject of the) Reaper! Some of my previous horror has been pretty heavy stuff; gloomy and psychological. But with this, I really wanted to be able to tell this story, but to also keep it light at the same time (and to) just throw caution to the wind and have fun with the whole thing. It was a process I very much enjoyed.”

    Filmed in Burbank, CA, over the course of three days late last year and into 2013 on the Red Epic with cinematography by Drew Moe and makeup by artist Jeong-Hwa Fonkalsrud, Little Reaper features a score by Giona Ostinelli and music from Rend, Pop Noir and Mad Planet.

    Intended as a stand-alone film, Dukes told us that he does however see the possibility of Little Reaper receiving a feature treatment.

    “It's certainly something I've been mulling over,” Dukes told us. “I've been working on shorts for a long time, for a variety of reasons, and I do love them. However, the time has come (for me) to focus on feature films. I'm currently developing a feature werewolf film called The Beast (short below), based off a short film I did that received a tremendously positive response from critics and fans worldwide, particularly for such a small film. I'm also attached to direct an upcoming horror feature for Gothic Pictures International. Gabrielle Stone, Jessica Cameron and DJ Perry are attached as the leads. After that, we'll just see where the road takes me.”

    For more check out the official Dream Seekers Productions Facebook page.




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    Experience the True Story of the War of the Worlds

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    Experience the True Story of The War of the WorldsThe hysteria centered around H.G. Wells' story The War of the Worlds and its epic radio drama reading has been documented time and time again and to this very day remains one of the single greatest viral hoaxes of all time. That being said...

    On DVD right now is the acclaimed mockumentary War of the Worlds: The True Story from director Timothy Hines. Floyd Reichman, Jim Cissell, Jack Clay, Anthony Piana, Susan Goforth, James Lathrop, John Kaufmann, Jamie Lynn Sease, Darlene Sellers, and Donovan Le star.

    The DVD special features include:

  • The Special Effects of War of the Worlds: The True Story
  • The Moviemakers Talk
  • War of the Worlds: The True Story Screening at Chapman University after conversation with Prof. Allen Levy, best selling sci-fi fantasy author and father of Steampunk, James P. Blaylock, director Timothy Hines and the audience
  • Hi-definition trailer and TV spot

    Synopsis
    WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE TRUE STORY, qualifier of the 85th Academy Awards, is based on the most beloved alien invasion story of all time by the Father of Science Fiction, H.G. Wells. Like Wells' classic book that was presented as a news reporter's first hand memoirs, and the famous 1938 Orson Welles radio broadcast that caused Americans to believe an actual invasion was in progress, WAR OF THE WORLDS: THE TRUE STORY assumes the world knows there was a war between Earth and Mars in the year 1900 and is presented as the eyewitness account of Bertie Wells, the last living survivor of the Earth/Mars War as he struggles to find his wife amidst the destruction of humankind at the hands of terrifying alien invaders.

    The movie uniquely uses CUTTING EDGE VISUAL EFFECTS to blend a modern cast with BATTALIONS OF ACTUAL FIGHTING SOLDIERS, Golden Age Movie Stars, and previously undisclosed images of TENTACLED ALIEN CREATURES and their TEN-STORY HIGH, THREE-LEGGED FIGHTING MACHINES.

    The War of the Worlds: The True Story

    The War of the Worlds: The True Story

    The War of the Worlds: The True Story

    The War of the Worlds: The True Story

    The War of the Worlds: The True Story

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  • Sadako 3D 2 Hitting Japan in August; First Art and Teaser Trailer

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    Sadako 3D 2 Hitting Japan in August; First Art and Teaser TrailerHot on the heels of me being completely offended by Sadako 3D (review), word has come that a sequel is not only on its way, but it's hitting Japanese theatres on August 30th. There is, however, one bright spot to this debacle.

    We've got some good news and some bad news for you, kids. Let's start with the bad... Tsutomu Hanabusa (Sadako 3D) is once again directing. Yeah, that hurts. It hurts a lot. However, original Ring author Kôji Suzuki. That's something, right? Miori Takimoto stars.

    We'll bring you more on this one as soon as we get it, if only because we're hoping that the involvement of Suzuki can finally steer this ship back on course. Well, that and we are gluttons for punishment. Stay tuned.

    Synopsis
    Fuko Ando (Miori Takimoto), a 24-year-old graduate student in psychology, is tasked to care for her 4-year-old niece. Soon mysterious events begin to occur around her niece. Fuko Ando then learns of an incident involving a cursed video that took place five years earlier and soon finds herself involved with the cursed video.

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    Eric Roberts, Tiny Lister, and Bree Olson Added to The Human Centipede 3: Final Sequence

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    Eric Roberts, Tiny Lister, and Bree Olson Added to The Human Centipede 3: Final SequenceWell, this is some interesting casting news we didn't see coming! Three more fairly big names have been added to the cast of the currently shooting The Human Centipede 3: Final Sequence, and we have all the details right here.

    Per EW, producer Ilona Six has confirmed that Eric Roberts (pictured; The Dark Knight, The Expendables), Tommy “Tiny” Lister (Friday, The Fifth Element), and former porn actress (and one of Charlie Sheen's "goddesses") Bree Olson will join returning villains Dieter Laser and Laurence R. Harvey, Robert LaSardo, and the series’ writer-director Tom Six in the production.

    Final Sequence is set in a prison and is said to be aiming for a 500-person centipede this go-round. Director Six promises that the American finale will be 100% politically incorrect!

    Expect lots more soon.

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    Insidious Chapter 2 - The Gang's All Here!

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    Insidious Chapter 2 - The Gang's All Here!The first official stills from Insidious Chapter 2 have arrived, and it's like a spooky family reunion! Check them out right now while you prep yourself for another journey into the further.

    The famed horror team of director James Wan and writer Leigh Whannell reunite with the original cast of Patrick Wilson, Rose Byrne, Lin Shaye, and Ty Simpkins in Insidious Chapter 2, a terrifying sequel to the acclaimed horror film, which follows the haunted Lambert family as they seek to uncover the mysterious childhood secret that has left them dangerously connected to the spirit world.

    Jason Blum’s Blumhouse Productions is producing (with Alliance financing). FilmDistrict will distribute the film theatrically in the United States, with Sony handling the majority of domestic ancillary rights. Alliance will distribute in Canada, the U.K. (through its Momentum Pictures subsidiary), and Spain (through Aurum); and Sony Pictures Worldwide Acquisitions will distribute in all other international territories.

    Be sure to "like" the original film by visiting the Insidious Facebook page, and follow along on Twitter at @InsidiousMovie.

    Look for it on Friday, September 13th! Stay tuned for more as it comes.

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    Alamo Drafthouse/Mondo Announce New Silence of the Lambs Wines, Dinners, and Posters

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    Alamo Drafthouse/Mondo Announce New Silence of the Lambs Wines, Dinners, and PostersAlamo Drafthouse has announced a pair of limited edition signature wines inspired by Jonathan Demme's 1991 Oscar-winning The Silence of the Lambs along with dinners and posters in support of the wine launch.

    From the Press Release:
    After the success of last year's The Princess Bride-inspired "The Bottle of Wits," the Alamo is now making an oenophilic nod to noted gourmand, wine connoisseur, and psychopath Hannibal Lecter for this year's "The Cannibal Chianti" and another to elusive lotion enthusiast Buffalo Bill for the "Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio." Both wines will be available at all Alamo Drafthouse locations and online at silenceofthelambswine.com beginning today, May 29, 2013.

    "The Cannibal Chianti" is a DOCG-wine from a vineyard situated between Florence and Sienna. It is a blend of 85% Sangiovese, balanced with smaller contributions of Canaiolo and Malvasia del Chianti. The nose is loaded with dark berry fruit with bass notes of allspice and baked quince. Its mouth feel is medium-bodied and well balanced, with savory plum and tobacco leaf notes leading to a slight sandalwood finish.

    "Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio" is a 2012 vintage with a mixture of fruit from California's Central Coast and inland vineyards. It offers a lush bouquet of tangerine and orange blossom. The palate starts with a crisp entry and a velvety mouth feel that bursts into flavors of tropical peach and Mexican limes with just a hint of honey, leading to a zesty, citrus-laced finish.

    Alamo Drafthouse/Mondo Announce New Silence of the Lambs Wines, Dinners, and Posters

    To develop the bottle and package design of these wines, Alamo Drafthouse again turned to local Austin creative firm Helms Workshop. The subtle yet intricate designs unfold like a puzzle for fans of the movie, with tiny details referencing the film and its central characters of Buffalo Bill, Hannibal Lecter, and Clarice Starling.

    "Even before we launched the "Bottle of Wits" series last year, we knew we had to reference what is in my opinion the most iconic wine moment in movie history, Hannibal Lecter's now famous food pairing advice," said Alamo CEO and Founder Tim League.

    "Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio" and "The Cannibal Chianti" will only be available for one year. Both of these covetable wines will be available at all Alamo Drafthouse locations for $8 a glass and $32 a bottle (prices may vary). Retail bottles are available for purchase at silenceofthelambswine.com and at select Alamo Drafthouse locations where local laws permit.

    A limited number of packaged wine sets will be available for purchase online only. "The Cannibal Chianti" set comes with a leather red dragon bag of fava beans with a recipe for their preparation by Alamo chef Trish Eichelberger. The "Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio" set features a burlap bag containing a bottle of Buffalo Bill lotion.

    The Alamo Drafthouse presents The Silence of the Lambs Signature Wines from Alamo Drafthouse on Vimeo.

    Mondo, the division of the Alamo Drafthouse championed for bringing art back to movie poster design, is supporting the launch of the new wine by releasing two limited edition The Silence of the Lambs screenprints. The artist is Caesar Moreno, and they are limited to 150 (#1 below) and 110 (#2 below) each. The size is 24" x 36"; the cost is $40 each. The posters go on sale Thursday, May 30th. Be sure to follow @MondoNews on Twitter for the on-sale announcement.

    Alamo Drafthouse/Mondo Announce New Silence of the Lambs Wines, Dinners, and Posters

    Alamo Drafthouse/Mondo Announce New Silence of the Lambs Wines, Dinners, and Posters

    In addition, "Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio" and "The Cannibal Chianti" wine will be featured at The Silence of the Lambs Feasts taking place at select Alamo Drafthouse locations nationwide. The four-course menu, created by Alamo Drafthouse Austin Market Chef Trish Eichelberger, will feature wine pairings, including "Suit Yourself Pinot Grigio" and "The Cannibal Chianti." And, of course, Trish's spin on "liver and some fava beans" will play a prominent role. See below for Feast dates and locations and the full menu (click the highlighted city names for tickets and more info).

    6/19 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Slaughter Lane in Austin, TX
    6/20 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Westlakes in San Antonio, TX
    6/25 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Winchester in Winchester, VA
    6/26 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Littleton in Littleton, CO
    6/27 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Mason Park in Houston, TX
    6/27 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Mainstreet in Kansas City, MO
    6/27 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Loudoun in Ashburn, VA
    7/17 - The Silence of the Lambs Feast - Alamo Drafthouse Vintage Park in Houston, TX

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