What up, tricks?!? The Black Devil Doll has some treats in store for you before you dig into your leftovers… an update on his NEW series “There Goes Da Neighba’hood.” Fight the power, and read on!

In case you are in the dark, the Black Devil Doll, Mubia Abul-Jama, is starring in a sitcom-like television series called “There Goes Da Neighba’hood” alongside Trent Haaga, the newly cast Elissa Dowling (replacing the previously announced Heidi Honeycutt), Evan Sokol, and Richard Christy.

That’s right… get ready for LOADS of raunchy and hysterical Black Devil Doll goodness! And they ain’t pulling any punches, either. “What we’re talkin’ about here is your traditional 1980’s-style sitcom, shot on sets, super fast-paced, with a laughtrack, a cheeseball theme song, the whole ball of wax,” says director Jonathan Lewis. “The main difference is that it’s going to be so incredibly over-the-top and filthy that not a single network would touch it. We’re going to make a show EXACTLY the way we want to make it. And it’s going to blow your fucking mind.”

“There Goes Da Neighba’hood” will be available summer 2015.

Don’t be a lazy ass… follow the show’s progress over on the official “There Goes Da Neighba’hood” Facebook page!

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If you’re a fan of “American Horror Story: Freak Show,” chances are really good you’re familiar with the most evil clown to ever air on TV, Twisty. I mean, how can you not love this adorably homicidal looney?

Rotten Cotton has just unveiled its Camp Twistys t-shirt, and it’s a winner and a half! Pre-orders are available NOW and will last from November 27th to December 18th. All pre-ordered items will ship in January 2015. The shirt goes for just $19.99 plus shipping.

And given that today is Black Friday, why not treat yourself to a special Black Devil Doll Black Friday Pimp Pack! It’s the perfect Xmas gift for your favorite pimps and hos! You get this hot shit below for only $19.99 plus shipping:

• Black Devil Doll DVD signed by the director himself!
• Black Devil Doll soundtrack CD!
• Black Devil Doll poster art tee! (all sizes available!)

Head on over to the official Rotten Cotton website to get your gear and check out all their new stuff, including American Guinea Pig and Gore Shriek tees! Also check out Rotten Cotton on Facebook and follow Rotten Cotton on Twitter.

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For many “Ghost Adventures” fans two things have become a staple of the show… hearing about (and sometimes seeing) host Zak Bagans’ haunted Las Vegas townhouse and co-investigator Nick Groff… both of which are moving on!

The sale of Zak’s home isn’t exactly news as it’s been on the market for quite some time now, but leave it to TMZ to dig up the listing. According to the site Zak is unloading his 4,700-square-foot Vegas townhouse — complete with a chrome toilet, hidden dungeon behind a bookcase, and alleged paranormal activity — for $459,000.

Related Story:  Exclusive: Zak Bagans Opening The Demon House; New Documentary on its Way!

In other “Ghost Adventures” related news, longtime co-investigator Nick Groff has announced via his Facebook page that he’s no longer with the show.

“Thank you everyone for your support through the years! I’m writing to say that I will no longer be a part of Ghost Adventures on Travel Channel. I am honored to have helped build an amazing paranormal phenomena that has touched people’s lives all around the world. I am continuing to research and investigate all things paranormal as I start the journey through the next stage of my Life. Much respect and love to all my GAC and Ghost Adventures fans. See you all soon…” – Nick Groff (Co-Founder of Ghost Adventures Crew)

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Next April, Titan Comics is releasing a modern take on the horror classics of the past with Anathema Book 1: The Evil that Men Do by Rachel Deering, and today they’ve given us a sneak peek consisting of a few pages of the fantastic interior art by Chris Mooneyham.

Dark cults! Haunted souls! A werewolf love story and burning at the stake in the Hammer horror tradition! What more could you want?

Anathema is written by Rachel Deering (Womanthology) with artwork by Chris Mooneyham (Five Ghosts) and Wesley St. Clare. The cover art is by Joe Querio (BPRD, The Witcher), and the release date is April 8, 2015.

Synopsis:
WELCOME TO THE NIGHTMARE!

How far will one woman go for the salvation of her beloved? Mercy Barlowe’s love for Sarah brings down Hell when her puritanical father discovers them together – and has his own daughter burnt at the stake.

But death is not the end. A monstrous cult of shapeshifters steal Sarah’s soul as part of its twisted plans to resurrect an ancient evil. To defeat them, Mercy must take on a new form that will give her the power and fury needed to defeat the cult. She must become a werewolf!

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We didn’t do much shopping on Black Friday, but we did indulge in some leftovers, which meant that by 9PM last night we were back in a turkey coma so haven’t watched “Grimm” yet. But if you’re caught up and ready to look ahead to next week’s Episode 4.07, “The Grimm Who Stole Christmas,” here are several stills from and a preview of the ep.

“Grimm” Episode 4.07 – “The Grimm Who Stole Christmas” (12/5/14; 9-10pm)
CHRISTMAS CHEER COMES TO A HALT WHEN A MENACING THREAT INVADES PORTLAND — Nick (David Giuntoli) and Hank (Russell Hornsby) are called to investigate a bizarre string of home invasions that lead to an even stranger Wesen phenomena. Monroe (Silas Weir Mitchell) has a very special Christmas surprise in store for Rosalee (Bree Turner).

Meanwhile, Truble (guest star Jacqueline Toboni) comes to a life changing realization that will affect everyone. Bitsie Tulloch, Sasha Roiz, and Reggie Lee also star.

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Now that NBC has cut off “Constantine” Season 1 at 13 episodes, will the remaining installments be enough to entice more viewers to tune in, thereby ensuring a Season 2? We’re still a few eps behind, but from what we have seen, the quality is improving week by week.

If you’re hanging in there with us, here’s a peek at the upcoming Episode 1.07, “Blessed Are the Damned,” in the form of a huge image gallery plus a promo video.

“Constantine” Episode 1.07 – “Blessed Are the Damned” (12/5/14; 10-11pm)
A SMALL TOWN PREACHER MYSTERIOUSLY GAINS THE ABILITY TO PERFORM MIRACLES – While in art class, Zed (Angélica Celaya) has a bizarre vision of snakes that leads her and John (Matt Ryan) to a small town where a preacher has mysteriously gained the ability to heal his congregation.

Harold Perrineau also stars. Christopher Johnson, David A. Gregory, Juliana Harkavy, Megan West, and Patrick Carroll guest star.

Related Story:  Constantine Season 1 Will Be Just 13 Episodes; Season 2 in Doubt

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Get ready, kids, because #HeIsBack! A new motion poster has crash-landed for Terminator: Genisys, and we have it for you right now along with word that a trailer will be hitting THIS THURSDAY!

Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as the T-800, Emilia Clarke as Sarah Conner, Jai Courtney as Kyle Reese, Jason Clarke as John Conner, and Matt Smith as John Conner’s ally (his role is being kept quiet).

Byung-hun Lee, Aaron V. Williamson, Dayo Okeniyi, and J.K. Simmons also star. Alan Taylor directs.

Look for the film in theatres July 1, 2015, via Paramount.

Synopsis:
The beginning of Terminator: Genisys, the first of three planned films that Paramount hopes will relaunch the beloved sci-fi franchise, is set in 2029, when the Future War is raging and a group of human rebels has the evil artificial-intelligence system Skynet on the ropes. John Connor (Dawn of the Planet of the Apes’ Jason Clarke) is the leader of the resistance, and Kyle Reese (Divergent‘s Jai Courtney) is his loyal soldier, raised in the ruins of post-apocalyptic California. As in the original film, Connor sends Reese back to 1984 to save Connor’s mother, Sarah (Game of Thrones‘ Emilia Clarke), from a Terminator programmed to kill her so that she won’t ever give birth to John. But what Reese finds on the other side is nothing like he expected.

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Not sure how you’re going to fill the time between now and “The Walking Dead’s” return in February?  Then why not join us in speculating about the spinoff series in the works at AMC, which is currently codenamed “Cobalt”? The first casting news has arrived, and it’s pretty juicy!

Per Cinema Blend, Frank Dillane (bottom left; Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince) and Alycia Debnam Carey (bottom right; Into the Storm, The Devil’s Hand) have been cast as siblings in the pilot for “Cobalt,” which was written by “TWD” creator Robert Kirkman and Dave Erickson. Adam Davidson will direct.

Carey will portray Ashley Tompkins, the level-headed daughter of Nancy Tompkins, a beautiful-but-edgy guidance counselor. Ashley is the ambitious younger child who is looking to escape her mother’s immediate presence, though she still loves her dearly. Dillane will play Ashley’s polar opposite older brother, Nick. He’s too old to still be living with his mother, but he’s battled a drug problem (among other wrongdoings) and doesn’t have the skills required to live on his own, though he also wants to leave.

Still to be cast are the following characters:

SEAN CABRERA: A Latino male in his early 40s, Sean is a good man trying to do right by everyone in his life.

CODY CABRERA: Sean’s whip-smart and rebellious teenage son. Known as the angriest kid in town.

NANCY TOMPKINS: A thirtysomething single mom to two kids, Nancy looks like the girl next door, but there’s an edge to her.

ANDREA CHAPMAN: A somewhat wilted flower child, fortysomething Andrea has retreated to the outskirts of the city to recover after a horrible marriage.

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Have a gamer on your holiday shopping list who loves the Alien franchise? Then please, for the love of all that is holy, get him a copy of Alien: Isolation (review). It’s the gift that keeps on giving. Speaking of which…

From the Press Release:
“I’ve broken the rules, but I’ve always known what’s the right thing to do. Until now.” – Lingard

SEGA announced today that ‘Trauma’, the second of five Survivor Mode add-on packs for Alien: Isolation, is now available to download.

In ‘Trauma’ players can enter three new Survivor Mode maps as Sevastopol’s medical officer, Dr. Lingard. Having a crisis of conscience and feeling responsible for bringing the creature on board, she holds herself liable for the death and destruction carved out across the station as the Alien is let loose on its inhabitants. Concerned her research on the creature could fall in to the wrong hands, she sets out to destroy her data and do what she can to help those survivors in need of medical attention.

As Lingard, players are challenged to compete across three new Survivor Mode maps, ‘Reoperation’, ‘Crawl Space’ and ‘Overrun’. With a limited load-out of small arms and distraction devices, the station’s Working Joe androids on aggressive alert and the Alien hunting in the shadows, taking a top-tier time on the global leaderboards has never been more challenging.

‘Trauma’ is the second Survivor Mode add-on pack for Alien: Isolation and is available to download today via online marketplaces for all available platforms. Priced at MSRP $7.99/€6.99/£5.59, each add-on pack features a new playable character alongside a mix of new maps, objectives and game modes to challenge even the most proficient player. Players wishing to explore every inch of Sevastopol Station can take advantage of the Alien: Isolation Season Pass, offering access to all five Survivor Mode add-on packs at up to a 25% discount. All add-on packs are scheduled to be released by March 2015.

Alien: Isolation is an award-winning first-person survival horror game with numerous Game of the Year nominations and critical accolades commending the return to form of Ridley Scott’s terrifying creature. Set on board a decommissioned trading station in the fringes of space, players find themselves in an atmosphere of constant dread and mortal danger as an unpredictable, ruthless Xenomorph is stalking and killing deep in the shadows. Underpowered and underprepared, you must scavenge resources, improvise solutions and use your wits, not just to succeed in your mission, but to simply stay alive.

Alien: Isolation is available now for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Windows PC, Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

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The name Uwe Boll is not one that often compels horror fans to action, whether that action is supporting one of his films or simply saying something positive about him. Needless to say, you wouldn’t expect that he’d have much luck reaching out to fans and asking for their money, which is precisely what he’s now doing.

An Indiegogo fund was just launched for Rampage 3: No Mercy, the second sequel to Boll’s mass murder franchise that began back in 2009. According to the German filmmaker, last year’s sequel didn’t garner enough interest to warrant another sequel being funded, and now he needs our help to complete the trilogy.

“I need to finish the saga about Bill Williamson: the biggest mass murderer in US history,” pleads Boll. “Rampage is my ‘Breaking Bad’ – its dark, consequent, merciless, logic and necessary. Rampage 3 will be the final and the end of the story. Without you it will not happen.”

A budget is already in place, but Boll says he still needs $100,000 to ensure that the production value is as high as the first two Rampage films. That said, he also notes that even $50,000 in donations will guarantee that the film will be made.

Perks for donating range from a “thank you” in the end credits of the finished product to an on-screen death in the film, and you can learn more and/or pitch in your support over on the Rampage 3: No Mercy Indiegogo campaign.

Check out the unique pitch video below, featuring star Brendan Fletcher in character as the murderous Bill Williamson.

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Anyone who knows anything about the Resident Evil video game franchise is very familiar with the name Barry Burton. Word has just come that Resident Evil Revelations 2 will feature this series favorite along with the episodic release schedule and more!

From the Press Release:
He’s back! Fan favorite and classic S.T.A.R.S. member Barry Burton will be returning in Resident Evil Revelations 2. Headed for the remote prison island in search of his missing daughter, Moira Burton, Barry meets brand new character Natalia Korda, a little girl who has a strange power that allows her to sense enemies and hidden items. Using this skill alongside Barry’s proven combat abilities, players will need to alternate between the two to survive the mysterious island and find Moira.

Each episode in Resident Evil Revelations 2 includes Raid mode content and two full playable scenarios focused on the previously announced Claire and Moira campaign and the newly confirmed Barry and Natalia storyline. Barry and Natalia will need to uncover clues as they fight to survive, and their journey will lead them to terrifying encounters with two brand new enemies: The Rotten and The Revenant. The Rotten have bones that are visible through their bodies and stop at nothing to hunt down the living, and the horrific Revenant are formed from parts of human beings sewn together.

Resident Evil Revelations 2 will release as weekly digital episodes at $5.99/£4.99/€5.99 each on the following dates next year:

PlayStation Store – North America PlayStation Store – EMEA territories – Xbox Live Global – Steam Global
Episode 1: 17th February – 18th February – 18th February – 18th February
Episode 2: 24th February – 25th February – 25th February – 25th February
Episode 3: 3rd March – 4th March – 4th March – 4th March
Episode 4: 10th March – 11th March – 11th March – 11th March

We’re also pleased to confirm that the following content is included in the Complete Season, available to purchase for $24.99/£19.99/€24.99:

- All four main episodes plus:

• Two additional spin-off episodes that focus on telling the side stories of each of the two new Resident Evil characters: Moira Burton and Natalia Korda
• Additional Raid mode character: Hunk

A full retail box set will be available March 10, 2015, across North America for $39.99 MSRP and will feature all of the below content:

- All Complete Season content:

• All four main episodes
• Two additional spin-off episodes that focus on telling the side stories of each of the two new Resident Evil characters: Moira Burton and Natalia Korda
• Additional Raid mode character: Hunk

Plus:

• Additional Raid mode character: Albert Wesker
• Four alternative costumes (one for each of the main characters): Claire, Moira, Barry and Natalia
• Raid mode “Throwback Stage Pack” featuring four stages from recent Resident Evil titles

*All additional content will also be available to purchase as separate downloadable content on each platform’s respective online marketplace.

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Recently acquired for distribution by Dark Sky Films, post-apocalyptic thriller The Well is soon headed our way, and on tap for you today is an international trailer that’s home to more footage of the film than we’ve previously seen. Cue the glorious violence!

Directed by Tom Hammock and written by Hammock and Jacob Forman, The Well stars Haley Lu Richardson in a breakout role as a young woman with grit, smarts, and an incredible will to survive.

Additional cast includes: Booboo Stewart (Twilight), Jon Gries (Taken), Nicole Fox (“America’s Next Top Model”), Michael McCartney (The Amazing Spider-Man), Michael Welch (Twilight), Rena Owen, Max Charles (The Amazing Spider-Man), Jacqueline Emerson (The Hunger Games), Barbara Crampton (Re-Animator), and Michael Massee (Seven).

Synopsis:
At the edge of an expansive barren valley, all that remains of The Wallace Farm for Wayward Youth is a few hollowed-out husks of buildings. Seventeen-year-old Kendal (Haley Lu Richardson) can barely recall when the Oregon valley was still lush.

It’s been a decade since the last rainfall, and society at large has dried up and blown away. Kendal and the few others that remain barely scrape by, while dreaming of escape. When a greedy water baron lays claim to what little of the precious resource remains underground, Kendal must decide whether to run and hide or bravely fight for the few cherished people and things she has left.

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Okay, so maybe I’m not the only one who can show you this producers’ preview of “I Alone,” Episode 6.09 of “The Vampire Diaries,” but how about if I throw in a few photos from the ep you might not have seen yet?  Read on to see them along with hearing from exec producers Julie Plec and Caroline Dries about the new Salvatore in town.

“The Vampire Diaries” Episode 6.09 – “I Alone” (12/4/14)
A DEAL WITH THE DEVIL — Damon (Ian Somerhalder) finds himself in hot water after he carries out a plan that requires Alaric’s (Matt Davis) unwilling participation.

When Elena (Nina Dobrev) shares some hopeful news with Jeremy (Steven R. McQueen) about Bonnie (Kat Graham), she is caught off guard by his reaction. Liv (guest star Penelope Mitchell) helps Damon and Elena with their plan to get Bonnie back, but when things take an unexpected turn, she’s left with a difficult choice to make.

Elsewhere, Matt (Zach Roerig) takes matters into his own hands when Enzo’s (Michael Malarkey) actions cross the line, and Kai’s (guest star Chris Wood) existence continues to be a dangerous threat.

Paul Wesley and Michael Trevino also star. Kellie Cyrus directed the episode written by Brian Young and Holly Brix.

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And the barrage of eye candy from the year’s final theatrical horror offering, The Pyramid, continues on with another curse-worthy clip/TV spot!

Gregory Levasseur’s directorial debut, The Pyramid, will be in theatres on December 5, 2014. Look for our review soon!

Alexandre Aja produced the film, which stars Ashley Hinshaw, Denis O’Hare, James Buckley, and Daniel Amerman. Levasseur worked from a script by Daniel Meersand and Nick Simon.

Synopsis:
A team of U.S. archaeologists unearths an ancient pyramid buried deep beneath the Egyptian desert. As they search the pyramid’s depths, they become hopelessly lost in its dark and endless catacombs. Searching for a way out, they become desperate to seek daylight again. They come to realize they aren’t just trapped… they are being hunted.

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It’s nearly hump day, and right now we have some Fatal Attraction-type news for you cats to chew on. Let this serve as a warning to all adulterous men and women out there! Keep it in your pants!

The Wrap is reporting that Kerry Washington and Kate Hudson (pictured below) are in early talks to star in Amma Asante’s Warner Bros. thriller Unforgettable.

The story follows a man and his new bride who are tormented by his ex-wife. It’s not yet known which actress would take which role, as talks are still in the early stages. Asante (Belle) will direct from a script by Christina Hodson.

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The first trailer for Spike Lee’s pseudo-remake of 1973’s Ganja & Hess, Da Sweet Blood of Jesus has arrived. Look for the flick to flow onto the big screen as well as VOD outlets on February 13, 2015.

In the meantime read all about it below, and look for a trailer soon!

Zaraah Abrahams, Stephen Tyrone Williams, Michael K. Williams, Felicia Pearson, Steven Hauck, and Elvis Nolasco star in the film, which focuses on human beings who are addicted to blood.

Synopsis:
Da Sweet Blood of Jesus is a new kind of love story, one that centers on an addiction to blood that once doomed a long forgotten ancient African tribe. When Dr. Hess Green is introduced to a mysteriously cursed artifact by an art curator, Lafayette Hightower, he is uncontrollably drawn into a newfound thirst for blood that overwhelms his soul. He however is not a vampire. Lafayette quickly succumbs to the ravenous nature of the infliction but leaves Hess a transformed man. Soon Lafayette’s wife, Ganja Hightower, comes looking for her husband and becomes involved in a dangerous romance with Hess that questions the very nature of love, addiction, sex, and status in our seemingly sophisticated society. A reinterpretation of Bill Gunn’s horror cult film Ganja & Hess, which played as a Critics’ Choice at the 1973 Cannes Film Festival, Spike Lee’s stylized thriller features an original score by Bruce Hornsby.

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Last night’s episode of “Supernatural” was a fun time, but with the show’s mid-season finale coming up next week in Episode 10.09, “The Things We Left Behind,” the fun and games are about to come to an end.  Check out this overflowing image gallery and preview of the ep for a few clues of what we can expect when Dean’s dark side returns.

“Supernatural” Episode 10.09 – “The Things We Left Behind” (airs 12/2/14)
CASTIEL REUNITES WITH JIMMY’S DAUGHTER — Castiel (Misha Collins) finds Jimmy’s daughter, Claire (guest star Kathyrn Love Newton), in a group home; and she convinces him to break her out.  After she runs away from him, Castiel calls Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles) to help find her before she gets in trouble. 

Meanwhile, Crowley (Mark A. Sheppard) faces his biggest challenge yet.  Guy Norman Bee (pictured with Mark Sheppard in the last photo) directed this episode, which was written by Andrew Dabb.

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TV is the new remake. There’s just no two ways about it. Thankfully the small screen ventures of some of our favorite (and sometimes not-so-favorite) movies have been pretty good. The devil is in the details as the first casting news for “Damien” has arrived.

Deadline reports that “Merlin” star Bradley James (pictured) has landed the title role in “Damien,” Lifetime’s straight-to-series drama follow-up to 20th Century Fox’s classic horror film The Omen. In his TV directing debut, Shekhar Kapur (Elizabeth) will helm and executive produce the first episode.

Produced by Fox TV Studios, the six-episode “Damien” follows the adult life of Damien Thorn (James), the mysterious child from the 1976 film who has grown up, seemingly unaware of the satanic forces around him. Haunted by his past, Damien must now come to terms with his true destiny — that he is the Antichrist, the most feared man throughout the ages.

“Damien,” slated to premiere in 2015, is written and executive produced by Glen Mazzara via his 44 Strong Productions.

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The TV adaptation of Guillermo del Toro and Chuck Hogan’s “The Strain” definitely had its fair share of ups and downs. There is one constant good though… del Toro plans on sticking around for all of the show’s second season as producer.

“My hope is that I remain in that capability for the entire season,” del Toro tells the Wall Street Journal. “I originally was going to do a very small project around April or May, but there are some issues in the family that I have to take care of. So I decided that staying put was the best idea for the family, and ‘The Strain’ allows me to do that, allows me to basically be 20 minutes away from home. I’ll be shooting the pre-credit prologue of the pilot, I’ll be shooting the Silver Angel black and white Mexican movies, and I’ve been doing second unit last week, and I’ll continue to do it, God willing, through the season.”

As for what to expect in “The Strain’s” second season…

“The one thing the first season was short of was all the biological talk that occurred in the first book. It ended up being more driven by set pieces or by character interaction than the actual way the epidemic is dealt with. The other thing that I need to do is expand the epidemic more in terms of social consequence and scope. The way the epidemic starts to grow quadrant by quadrant and starts affecting the lives of people in the city, in the country, in the world — that’s part of the growth of season two. We need to lay the seeds for the apocalypse, essentially. So, there’s plenty of work, and not only plenty of work, but plenty of things that make it naturally: A. a growth season and B: a different season than the first one. I love that thing that Carlton came up with about Palmer throwing the Secretary of Health over the balcony. (laughs) Reading it, I thought it was completely brutal, but watching it, I absolutely loved it. (laughs) It’s one of my favorite moments in the series. It’s completely unexpected, but let me go back on track. What we need to deal with now is that the Master has control of many more strings and to grow the epidemic disproportionately this season.”

As for his next feature film, Crimson Peak…

“Since we have the luxury of time because the movie doesn’t come out until October next year… originally, I was going to deliver it in December, and I’d been able to try different things, different cuts, tweak the effects, tweak the music, probably more than any movie I’ve ever done. I have the license now to deliver the movie in January or February. It’s frankly addictive to have that much time. I’m not sure it will not be too addictive. I’m working with the same VFX company that does ‘The Strain’ so we can tweak every shot. Every time we meet for ‘The Strain,’ we meet for Crimson Peak, too. I think it’s the most beautifully designed movie I’ve done, and the one that, because of this very distended pre-production and post-production, I’ve been able to design basically every part of the visuals on it. I’m very enamored. Hopefully people will find it a rewarding Gothic romance when it comes out.

Look for more on both projects soon!

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We’ve been talking about Alien Outpost (formerly Outpost 37) for quite some time, but now is the moment when we get to shut up and show you a trailer. Look for the flick in theaters and on VOD on January 30, 2015, courtesy of IFC Midnight.

Jabbar Raisani directs. Adrian Paul, Rick Ravanello, Reiley McClendon, and Douglas Tait star.

Synopsis:
A documentary crew tracks a group of elite soldiers after an alien invasion who reach the world’s most dangerous outpost only to discover that the first wave was just the beginning.

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