Full Moon's "Dark Angel: The Ascent" Ascends to Blu-Ray

Full Moon Features recently send us information about the upcoming Blu-Ray release of "Dark Angel": The Ascent". The film stars Angela Featherstone (HBO’s Girls, Friends) and directed by Linda Hassani.

Special features on the Blu-Ray includes original Videozone and trailers.

"Dark Angel: The Ascent" hits retail on September 15th.

Press Release:

Full Moon classic Dark Angel ascends onto Blu-ray this September!

Released for the first time on Blu-ray, Full Moon Features’ classic horror Dark Angel : The Ascent starring Angela Featherstone (HBO’s Girls, Friends) and directed by Linda Hassani.

The release, remastered in 16 x 9 Widescreen and 5.1 Surround, digitally restored from the original 35mm camera negative, bows September 15.

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS

Deep in the depths of hell, Veronica, (Featherstone; "The Zero Effect," "Soul Survivors," "Friends") a young demoness, yearns to visit the world of man. Veronica finds a secret passage and ascends from Hades with her dog Hellraiser, and they find themselves on the streets of a modern American city. Disguised as a human, she meets Max Barris, a young doctor, and begins living with him. Veronica decides her mission in life is to punish the wicked and evil, and goes about this with a bloody vengeance. She hunts down evildoers and kills them, feeding parts of their bodies to her dog. Finally she tells Max the truth about herself, and despite the fact that she's a spawn of darkness he falls in love with her. But will the separation of mortal and immortal allow their love to last...?

Preview Pages for Issue #2 of "Corktown"

Alterna Comics recently send the horror chamber preview pages for issue #2 of their new comic series "Corktown". The issue is written by Mario Candlaria with art by Scott Ewen and lettering by Zakk Saam.

Issue #2 of "Corktown" is available on Comixology now.

To purchase this issue, you can goto: http://www.comixology.com/Alterna-Comics/comics-publisher/22-0.

Issue #2 Plot Synopsis:

Corktown Part Two! After last issue's shocking conclusion, many secrets will be revealed when we join Torrie on a look back at the night in which she died. But as she reflects on the past, her reanimated body continues to terrorize Detroit in the present.

Wild Eye Releasing Lights Up in Terror with "The Neon Dead"

Wild Eye Releasing recently send us information for their upcoming DVD release of "The Neon Dead". The film stars Marie Barker, Mark Ashworth (The Magnificent Seven, Cell, "Sleepy Hollow"), Greg Garrison, Dylan Schettina, Nathan DeRussy and Candace Mabry (Restoration, Too Many Cooks).

Special features on the DVD includes a feature-length commentary with director Torey Haas, bonus scenes, two monster shorts (First Date, Troll Picnic) by director Torey Haas and a creature profile.

"The Neon Dead" hits retail on September 13th.

Press Release:

Wild Eye Releasing is flipping the switch with the DVD and Digital HD release of The Neon Dead. The directorial debut from visual effects artist Torey Haas (V/H/S Viral, Angry Video Game Nerd: The Movie), The Neon Dead stars Marie Barker, Mark Ashworth (The Magnificent Seven, Cell, "Sleepy Hollow"), Greg Garrison, Dylan Schettina, Nathan DeRussy and Candace Mabry (Restoration, Too Many Cooks). The Neon Dead will be available to rent or own on DVD and Digital HD nationwide on September 13th.

An unemployed college graduate hires two paranormal exterminators to combat a monster infestation in her new home. But their prodding into an evil out of their depth unleashes an ancient demon. He and his army of monsters quickly overrun the home, intent on possessing every human they make contact with.

The DVD release of The Neon Dead (SRP $19.95) will exclusively include a feature-length commentary with director Torey Haas, bonus scenes, two monster shorts (First Date, Troll Picnic) by director Torey Haas and a creature profile.

New Terrifying Trailer for Adam Wingard's "Blair Witch"

Lionsgate recently released the second trailer for Adam Wingard's upcoming film "Blair Witch". The film stars James Allen McCune, Callie Hernandez, Brandon Scott, Valorie Curry, Corbin Reid and Wes Robinson.

"Blair Witch" hits theaters on September 16th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: www.BlairWitch.movie

Plot Synopsis:

A group of college students venture into the Black Hills Forest in Maryland to uncover the mysteries surrounding the disappearance of James’ sister who many believe is connected to the legend of the Blair Witch. At first the group is hopeful, especially when a pair of locals offer to act as guides through the dark and winding woods, but as the endless night wears on, the group is visited by a menacing presence. Slowly, they begin to realize the legend is all too real and more sinister than they could have imagined.

"Blair Witch": Official Trailer #2

Chilling Trailer for the Upcoming Tristan Risk / Elle Church Film "Mania"

Small Town Girl Productions recently released another trailer for their upcoming film "Mania". The film has won multiple awards on the horror film festival circuit. "Mania"is directed by Jessica Cameron and starring Tristan Risk (American Mary, Harvest Lake) and Elle Church (Headless, Harvest Lake).

No release plans were announced for "Mania" at this time. "Mania" is currently playing on the film festival circuit.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/ManiaTheMovie/

Plot Synopsis:

Brooke makes a deadly mistake during a manic episode, forcing her lover and her to flee their home. But can Mel bring Brooke back, or is it too late...

"Mania": Official Trailer

Get Ready to Meet These "Dangerous People" With These Official Stills

SGL Entertainment recently send us over stills for their upcoming comedy thiller "Dangerous People". The film stars Angelina Leigh (Playboy Model), Vincent Stalba (Graceland the TV Series) and Garo Nigoghossian.

"Dangerous People" hits DVD, Blu-Ray and VOD in early 2017.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/DangerousPeopleMovie

Press Release:

SGL Entertainment is pleased to announce that they just acquired the movie DANGEROUS PEOPLE a 70’s Style Psychedelic Comedy Thriller. Dangerous People is Directed by Garo Nigoghossian and Stars: Angelina Leigh (Playboy Model), Vincent Stalba (Graceland the TV Series) and Garo Nigoghossian. The Film will be released on Blu-ray, DVD and VOD in early 2017 via SGL Entertainment, MVD Visual and Indie Rights Movies.

SYNOPSIS: Dangerous People takes place in the early 1970's and is about two murders who pick up a girl in a bar and then take her back to their apartment. A moment of brutal violence occurs which leads to a series of mind games to see who lives and who dies. Dangerous People is psychedelic trip that is equal parts crazy, scary, sexy, funny, sick and tragic.

Review: "Hell Town"

When I first heard about “Hell Town”, I was very interested in it because it stars Debbie Rochon plus the stills of the film made it look interesting. It was enough to check this film out.

The film is three lost episodes of a faux serial from the past. It follows a high school senior class that is dysfunctional as they are always clashing over cheating, sex and backstabbing. Things takes a very sinister and dark turn when it all turns to murder as the Letter Jacket Killer is picking off the students one by one. Now everyone’s a suspect as the kills get bloody and anybody can be the killer.

Going into this film, I didn’t know what to expect. I thought that this would be like a serious horror film given the slasher elements and the fact that its title sounded sinister enough to be a horror film within a serial. But I was wrong, this film has lot of dark humor and it works so well enough that I had a very good time with this film.

Directors Steven Balderson and Elizabeth Spear do a very good job making sure the film’s look had that retro serial feel to it. From the acting to the look of the film, it helps enhance the fact it feels like something that was lost for years as it helps create that feeling the film is trying to go for.

The acting here was something else. Normally, I’m a person that hates performances that are so boring or overacted to the point that its annoying but it works so well here. The acting is over the top like you wouldn’t believe but it helps make the humor work and made their characters funny. The cast does a very good job making sure that it fits the tone the film that it is going for plus there was never a dull moment. The film also has two very good lead performances from Krysten Day as the spoiled rich prom queen and Amanda Deibert as the class bitch who drinks and has to take three additional jobs to support her comatose mother. The performances help drive the entertaining humor that this film is going for.

The screenplay written by Balderson and Spear does a very good job making sure the humor works so well with the rest of the story. I liked, how they were going more of the spoofing route of the early daytime serials instead of being serious with humor sprinkled in. It made the scenes come off as funny as I was having a very good time with this. The other thing that I liked about this was the fact it didn’t feel like your standard horror film. The fact that you go into this film in the middle of the story helped gives the story its offbeat edge. It also helps that the interlude segments gelled so well with the film that you felt like you were watching lost episodes of a faux series. It’s a credit to them on how they approach the film’s tone and story as this felt like a different a kind of horror comedy that I’m not use to seeing.

This film may look like something that is too over the top or not horror enough for some viewers, but for those who like horror comedies will like this film. With its good direction and lead performances, “Hell Town” is a place that I would like to visit.

"Hell Town" is currently available through VOD platform.

Review Rating: Four Stars

Stills and Teaser Trailer for the Upcoming Creature Feature "Deimosimene"

LC Films and IByte Films recently released stills and the teaser trailer for the upcoming creature feature "Deimosimene". The film stars Ashley Coughlin, Scott David, Tom Hagale, and Jim O'Rear.

No release date has been announced as yet.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official Facebook page at:  Facebook.com/DeimosimineFilm

Press Release:

LC Films and IByte films have finally released a teaser trailer for their new film Deimosimine, along with some juicy stills.

Synopsis: A heroin addict undergoes a radical new kind of treatment for her condition; but the drug 'Deimosimine' instead creates for her a world of horror and blood. Is she the victim? The monster? Or both?

Deimosimine is currently finishing up production in Somerville, Hartselle, and Decatur Alabama. The film stars Ashley Coughlin, Scott David, Tom Hagale, and Jim O'Rear.
Directed by Chad Armstrong
Written and Produced by Andrew Thompson.

You can watch live feeds from the set, behind the scenes stills, and more at Facebook.com/DeimosimineFilm

 "Deimosimene": Teaser Trailer

Tracey Birdsall and Barry Corbin Enter "The Time War"

Empire Motion Pictures recently released casting information for their upcoming film "The Time War". The film stars Tracey Birdsall, Barry Corbin and Christopher Lee in one of his final role.

"The Time War" is slated to come out in 2017.

Press Release:

Birdsall, Corbin doing time-traveling Hitler sci-fi THE TIME WAR!

Award-winning actors Tracey Birdsall and Barry Corbin are filming The Time War, writer-director Neil Johnson’s long gestating science-fiction thriller that went into development back in 2010. The film features the legendary Christopher Lee (Lord of the Rings, Star Wars : Attack of the Clones) in one of his final screen roles.

Originally written in 1995, The Time War fixes on the thrilling, entertaining scenario that imagines Adolf Hitler travelling back in time and rewriting history. “Next imagine you try and stop him and make matters much worse…”

Birdsall, who this year stars in Johnson’s highly-anticipated Rogue Warrior : Robot Fighter, is a favorite of Neil Johnson.

“Tracey is one of the most versatile and talented actresses of our times. She’s going to blow everyone away with her performance in Rogue Warrior: Robot Fighter, so we wanted to keep the party going – and excitement from the audience to see more of her – by fashioning this follow-up as a real showcase for her.”

Johnson is also a long-time fan of acclaimed actor Corbin, whose many credits include The Thorn Birds, No Country for Old Men, Norma Raeand TV hits Northern Exposure and Anger Management.

“This is a man that can do anything – evoke great laughter, spur tears, have you rooting for him - and audiences are going to go nuts for him here. We’ve written a fantastic part for Barry.”

For Corbin, it’s a return to the sci-fi genre. The Texas-born actor’s previous genre efforts include such classics as WarGames and Critters 2 and TV’s The Twilight Zone.

Birdsall and Corbin worked together on Dawn of the Crescent Moon - which snared the coveted Best Ensemble Cast Award at Action on Film Festival, rapidly becoming one of the most reputable independent film festivals in the world. Filmmaker Johnson was so sure that the film would get made one day that in November of 2010, he paid Sir Christopher Lee to record an opening narration while at Abbey Road studios on other business. Johnson didn’t realize that this would be the last time that he would see the acclaimed actor, who passed in 2015. "Mr Lee had killed a number of Nazis during WW2, so it was very apt that the great Nazi Hunter gave his great talent to this wonderfully unique film,” said Johnson. Additional casting to be announced.

"A House is Not A Home" to Haunt Your Home

MVD Entertainment and DeInstitutionalized LLC recently released information for the upcoming DVD release of "A House Is Not a Home". The film stars Bill Cobbs (Night at the Museum), Richard Grieco (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, 21 Jump Street), Eddie Steeples (My Name Is Earl, Raising Hope) and Aurora Perrineau (Jem and the Holograms, Equals).

No special features were announced.

"A House Is Not A Home" hits retail on September 27th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/houseisnotahome

Press Release:

Following a limited theatrical run, MVD Entertainment Group will release A House Is Not A Home, a DeInstitutionalized LLC production, on DVD and digital platforms on September 27th. The film stars Bill Cobbs (Night at the Museum), Richard Grieco (It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, 21 Jump Street), Eddie Steeples (My Name Is Earl, Raising Hope), Aurora Perrineau (Jem and the Holograms, Equals), Diahnna Nicole Baxter (Scandal), Gerald Webb (Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders, Sniper: Special Ops), Melvin Gregg (3.7 million Vine followers) and is directed by Christopher Douglas-Olen Ray (Mercenaries). The diversely cast horror film premiered at the Burbank International Film Festival to rave reviews taking top honors as the Best Horror Feature.

In the film, Ben and Linda Williams move the family into a dream home in a last ditch effort to save their troubled marriage. Despite their good intentions, they cannot shake the feeling that they are being watched by something. Their unimaginable fears are realized when things inside the house take a supernatural and sinister turn. Ben and his family flee for their lives, but it is too late. The house isn't finished with them, trapping the family in its labyrinth. The Williams must come together as never before to fight for their family, their lives and to escape.

Gerald Webb, DeInstitutionalized Managing Partner, says: "Rarely are diverse films, that fall outside of a very narrowly defined Hollywood mold, green lit by tradition studios and distributors. We created A House Is Not A Home as a direct challenge to those industry stereotypes to fill the void lacking diverse horror and thriller feature films. We are very pleased that MVD's progressive team has the foresight and commitment to diversity to join us in releasing this groundbreaking film. With the industry currently grappling with diversity issues, A House Is Not A Home's release is a needed win for diversity and fans of horror and thriller films everywhere."

DeInstitutionalized is a production company based out of Burbank, California. Partners Chris Ray and Gerald Webb have been working together in various capacities for nearly a decade. In conjunction with producing their own original content, the members have also provided production services to other highly reputable television and film companies.

Eric D. Wilkinson, Director of Home Video Sales and Acquisitions at MVD, says: "I'm thrilled to be working with the team at Deinstitutionalized on the release of the thriller "A House is Not a Home". MVD Entertainment has a long history of successfully supporting independent films and independent filmmakers and Christopher and Gerald have crafted a fun thriller with a diverse cast that I look forward to bringing to the marketplace across all platforms."

Official Stills for the Upcoming Gory Psychological Film "Dolly Deadly"

Legless Corpse Films recently send the horror chamber information for the upcoming release of "Dolly Dearest". The film stars Justin Moore, Kimberly West-Carroll and Jay Sosnick.

"Dolly Dearest" will be available on LCFilmsOnline, Amazon.com, and Vimeo on Demand on August 23rd.

Press Release:

Dolly Deadly is a feature film of the psychological horror/revenge genre written by Heidi Moore and Cassandra Sechler. It’s sure to be a little creepy, a bit silly, and a lot of fun (think Troma meets John Waters).

The story of Dolly Deadly revolves around the warped psychology of a tormented young boy who can only relate to his doll collection, and the only relief from the pain in his life comes with slaughtering those he has learned to hate the most. Everyone in his trailer park!

The film is a whirlwind of vengeful deaths, elaborate dream sequences, and crazy characters. Effects involve handmade prosthetics and blood for all of the head wounds, jaw cracking action, melting faces, spurting blood, stab wounds, rotting corpse makeup and fun with fire. Throughout the movie, claymation and puppetry is used! That’s right, old school effects!

If you are a fan of 80’s horror and low budget films with attitude and guts (literally), then you will love this! Directed by Heidi Moore
Starring Justin Moore, Kimberly West-Carroll, Jay Sosnicki

DOLLY DEADLY will be available on BluRay/DVD combo from LCFilmsOnline, Amazon.com, and Vimeo on Demand August 23rd. The film will also be available through major retailers and VOD venues later this year.

Preview Pages for the Debut Issue of "Croak"

Alterna Comics recently send us over preview pages for the first issue of their upcoming series "Croak". The issue is written by Cody Andrew Sousa with art by Francesco Iaquinta and Chris O'Halloran.

Issue #1 of "Croak" hits Comixology on August 24th.

To purchase this issue you can goto: https://www.comixology.com/Alterna-Comics/comics-publisher/22-0

Plot Synopsis:

Aubrey, Nick, and Tim are three friends on a casual camping trip. Their fun weekend turns awry after being forced to set up camp deep in the woods. Lost, afraid, and alone, their worst nightmares come to life.

Bloody Preview Pages for Issue #18 of "Puppet Master"

Action Lab Danger Zone recently send the horror chamber over preview pages and the official kill cover for issue #18 of "Puppet Master". The issue is written by Shawn Gabborin with art and standard cover by Antonio Ontiveros (pencils/inks) and Dan Olvera (colors)

Issue #18 of "Puppet Master" in comic shops now.

Plot Synopsis:

Things are going just great at the newly reopened Bodega Bay Inn! Okay, so maybe a guest or two have gone missing, but how about that view? And people are reporting things moving in the shadows, but they’re also enjoying the continental breakfast! No… those noises downstairs definitely DO NOT sound like Puppets fighting Luchadores. That would just be crazy…

"Chopping Block Set to Slash its Way to Your Own Home

Legless Corpse Films recently send the horror chamber over stills, behind the scenes photos and information for the upcoming Blu-Ray/DVD/VOD release of "Chopping Block". The film stars Haley Madison, Michael Malone, Jas Sams, Melissa Revels. Bob East, Nick Wayne, and Bryan Wilson.

"Chopping Block" is available for pre-order at LCFilmsOnline.com and on Vimeo https://vimeo.com/ondemand/choppingblock.

The film will be released on August 30th. 
 
Press Release:

CHOPPING BLOCK the hysterical horror comedy from acclaimed writer / director Joshua Hull hits Special Edition BluRay, DVD, and Vimeo On Demand August 30th From LC Films, with a wider VOD and retail reach later this year.

CHOPPING BLOCK follows a group of corporate guys who get laid off. Desperate times call for desperate measures. They decide to kidnap their ex-boss's daughter for ransom. Things take a bloody turn, when the boss's daughter just happens to be the only survivor of a masked psychopath. A masked psychopath still out for blood. Hilarity & bloodshed ensue...

The film stars Haley Madison, Michael Malone, Jas Sams, Melissa Revels. Bob East, Nick Wayne, and Bryan Wilson.

CHOPPING BLOCK is available for pre-order now at LCFilmsOnline.com and on Vimeo https://vimeo.com/ondemand/choppingblock

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Principal Photography for "The Ninth Passenger" Starts Filming.

308 Enterprises recently send the horror chamber information that their upcoming film "The Ninth Passenger" has started principal photography. The film stars Jesse Metcalfe ("Dallas", John Tucker Must Die); Alexia Fast (Jack Reacher); Tom Maden ("Scream: The TV Series"); Veronica Dunne ("K.C. Undercover") and Sabina Gadecki ("Entourage").

No release date has been announced for "The Ninth Passenger" at this time.

Press Release:

308 Enterprises is pleased to announce that principal photography is currently underway in Vancouver on the new thriller The Ninth Passenger. The film stars Jesse Metcalfe ("Dallas", John Tucker Must Die); Alexia Fast (Jack Reacher); Tom Maden ("Scream: The TV Series"); Veronica Dunne ("K.C. Undercover"); Sabina Gadecki ("Entourage"); Corey Large (Heist, It Follows); David Hennessey (The Girl Who Invented Kissing); Cinta Kiehl (After the Dark) and Timothy V Murphy (The Lone Ranger).

The feature-length directorial debut of Ian Plaff, The Ninth Passenger was written by Corey Large and Steve Albert. Gary Ousdahl of Advanced Management, Isaac Lefevre and Felipe Dieppa serve as executive producers.

The Ninth Passenger follows a group of college students on a spontaneous midnight sea voyage that turns to horror when they drift to a dark island and are hunted by a mysterious ninth passenger.

"I am excited to be back in my hometown of Vancouver," states producer/actor Corey Large of 308 Enterprises. "This is the first of several productions 308 plans on bringing here. With this first rate cast, a stellar script and the fantastic locations, we are confident this will be a film audiences will enjoy."

In addition to The Ninth Passenger, 308 Enterprises has recently produced The Girl Who Invented Kissing, starring Abbie Cornish and Luke Wilson, as well as the upcoming features In Like Flynn and Hunted. Corey Large, head of 308 Enterprises, is best known for his work on the smash horror hit It Follows, Heist and Kid Cannabis.

"Hell Town" Makes Residents on Cable and VOD

Gravitas Ventures has send the horror chamber information that "Hell Town" will be hitting VOD and Cable in August. The film stars stars Debbie Rochon, Pleasant Gehman, Casey Chapman and Amanda Deibert.

"Hell Town" hits Cable and VOD platforms on August 23rd.

Press Release:

Gravitas Ventures has announced the August 23rd Cable and Digital HD release of Steve Balderson's festival favorite Hell Town. Presented as three episodes of a sadistic twist on Masterpiece Theater, Balderson (Firecracker, The Casserole Club) and co-director Elizabeth Spear have carved up a serialized story filled with catfights, cliffhangers, broken hearts and murder. Hell Town will be available to rent or own starting August 23rd on Dish Network, Cox, Charter, Verizon Fios, iTunes, Amazon Instant, Google Play, Vudu and more.

Since the world premiere sponsored by the Austin Horror Society and Alamo Drafthouse, Hell Town has made audiences and critics laugh and scream, picking up awards for Best Feature at Colorado Horror-Con, as well as a Best Feature and Best Actress win for Amanda Deibert, with nominations for Best Actor, Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Cinematography, at the Crimson Scream Horror Film Festival.

Debbie Rochon (Model Hunger, Return to Nuke 'Em High, The Theater Bizarre) headlines as the hostess of the three surviving episodes of "Hell Town", following the melodramatic, small-town and potentially short-lived lives of Krysten Day, Amanda Deibert, Owen Lawless, Ben Windholz, Jennifer Grace and Balderson muse Pleasant Gehman.

Hell Town follows the melodramatic antics of high school seniors clashing over love, sex, and betrayal. In the middle of all the everyday drama of one-sided infatuations, backstabbing bitchiness, bottled-up sexuality, sibling rivalry and general small-town angst, the Letter Jacket Killer is killing students in a variety of sadistic ways. As the body count rises and the blood pools closer to home, it becomes clear that one of our main characters is the killer. Everyone, from the prom queen and shirtless jock to the nosey geek and the super bitch, are all suspects in the carnage.

Official Trailer and First Image for Adam Wingard's Upcoming Film "Blair Witch"

When I first heard this news out of San Diego Comic Con, this came off as shocking. Lionsgate recently announced that Adam Wingard's upcoming film "The Woods" is actually the Blair Witch sequel that fans have been waiting for entitled "Blair Witch". It's the first "Blair Witch" film since 2000's "Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2" The film stars James Allen McCune, Callie Hernandez, Brandon Scott, Valorie Curry, Corbin Reid and Wes Robinson.

"Blair Witch" hits theaters on September 16th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: www.BlairWitch.movie

Plot Synopsis:

A group of college students venture into the Black Hills Forest in Maryland to uncover the mysteries surrounding the disappearance of James’ sister who many believe is connected to the legend of the Blair Witch. At first the group is hopeful, especially when a pair of locals offer to act as guides through the dark and winding woods, but as the endless night wears on, the group is visited by a menacing presence. Slowly, they begin to realize the legend is all too real and more sinister than they could have imagined.

 

"Blair Witch": Official Trailer