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Exclusive Set Coverage and Photos - Dread Central Visits a Zombie Family
20 April 2012 4:03 PM, PDT | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
Arriving to a postcard perfect California bungalow in West Hollywood this past Monday, April 16th, I was already privy to the undead horrors I’d find inside, although I doubt the surrounding neighbors were aware that courtesy of filmmaker Joseph Weisman a Zombie Family had moved in.
Shooting day four of six of the intended horror/comedy web series Zombie Family, writer and director Weisman took time between filming a scene (in which a pubescent zombie finds some ‘alone time’ in the home’s bathroom to peruse the ‘Kill of the Month’ centerfold in Homicide Girl Magazine) to chat with us regarding the project, as did associate producer and makeup effects lead Frank Ippolito, actress Cerina Vincent, and more.
“I wrote a feature screenplay called Zombie Family about seven years ago,” filmmaker Weisman stated of the evolution of the project, which would go on to attract the talents of producers »
- Sean Decker
The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2012)
19 April 2012 2:27 PM, PDT | Planet Fury | See recent Planet Fury news »
Directed by: Paul Bunnell
Written by: Paul Bunnell, Steve Bingen, Mark D. Murphy, George Wagner
Starring: Will Keenan, De Anna Joy Brooks, Les Williams, Reggie Bannister, Paul Williams, Kevin McCarthy
Bad boy alien Johnny Xavier (Will Keenan) and his gang The Ghastly Ones are charged with theft and civil disobedience. They are exiled to Earth by the Grand Inquisitor (the late, great Kevin McCarthy) until they can demonstrate an unselfish act.
One year later, after finding shelter in a desert cave, leather-clad Johnny and his rebellious teen followers are still no closer to redemption. It seems Johnny’s main squeeze, Bliss (De Anna Joy Brooks), has decided to escape from the gang to find fulfillment elsewhere. After wandering for days, she stumbles into a diner on the outskirts of the desert, befriending a naïve soda jerk named Chip (Les Williams).
Also at the diner are music promoter King Clayton (Phantasm »
- Bradley Harding
Exclusive Monster Man Red Carpet Gallery; Knyrim Talks!
18 April 2012 12:13 PM, PDT | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
Dread Central hit the carpet of the season finale wrap party of Syfy series "Monster Man" this past Monday, April 16th, in Hollywood and brought back a gallery's worth of photos and highlights of our chat with "Monster Man" star/Sota FX’s Roy Knyrim.
Held at the Rolling Stone Lounge at the Hollywood & Highland complex in the heart of Hollywood, California, those on hand for the festivities included the previously mentioned filmmaker/effects artist Knyrim along with fellow "Monster Man" cast members Cleve Hall, Constance Hall, Elora Hall and Sonja Maddox-Hall as well as Johnny Saiko and Cindy Miller. Other talent gracing the carpet included directors Brett and Drew Pierce (DeadHeads), Mike Mendez (Mega Spider), Jason Miller (Infected) and John Michael Elfers (Finale), as did effects artist Jerry Macaluso ("Face/Off") and actors Sid Haig (The Devil’s Rejects), Reggie Bannister (Phantasm), R.A. Mihailoff (Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre »
- Sean Decker
Exclusive Update on Joe Hollow's Disciples
12 April 2012 5:33 PM, PDT | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
It’s been a while since we updated you on Joe Hollow’s upcoming horror flick Disciples, but that changes as of right now. Read on for an exclusive with the filmmaker, ‘first look’ stills and word on the production’s convention booth this weekend at Monsterpalooza.
Written and directed by Hollow with cinematography by Wolfgang Meyer, Disciples features a genre-heavy cast, which includes Bill Moseley (The Devil’s Rejects), Tony Todd (Candyman), Angus Scrimm (Phantasm), Linnea Quigley (The Return of the Living Dead), Brinke Stevens (Haunting Fear), scream queen Debbie Rochon, Nick Principe (Laid To Rest), Tom Lodewyck, Camden Toy (‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’) and more, with a log-line that reads, “It has been written that an angel would be risen to usurp the emperor Lucifer. If this angel were to be given life, Lucifer would no longer be what God now fears.”
“Disciples is being edited right now, »
- Sean Decker
39 Things We Learned From the ‘Phantasm’ Commentary Track
31 March 2012 8:00 AM, PDT | FilmSchoolRejects.com | See recent FilmSchoolRejects news »
Experiencing Don Coscarelli’s latest, John Dies at the End, was a trip at South by Southwest. Actually, experiencing any of Coscarelli’s films are a trip of one kind or another, and the guy is such a pleasant film maker you can’t help but want to hear him talk about his earlier works. That’s why we’ve chosen Phantasm this week. One of his earliest works, it was this horror film that landed Coscarelli on the industry map, turning its success into a full-fledged career that continues to this day. It’s also his scariest and arguably his best to date. But, as interesting as it is to hear Coscarelli speak, it’s good to have friends, and he’s brought three of them along for this commentary track. The DVD box boasts Reggie Banister, who plays the guitar-wielding ice cream guy, Reggie – Pretty sure the part was written for him – but he doesn »
- Jeremy Kirk
Indie Horror Month Interview: Don Coscarelli on Staying Independent, the Demise of Bubba Nosferatu, the Future of Phantasm and More
19 March 2012 12:47 PM, PDT | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
Since introducing horror fans to the fearsome flying spheres and terrifying Tall Man in Phantasm back in 1979, writer/director/producer Don Coscarelli has remained one of our most imaginative independent filmmakers.
With three Phantasm sequels under his belt as well as helming several other unique flicks including The Beastmaster, Bubba Ho-Tep and his latest trippy affair- John Dies at the End, Coscarelli remains fiercely loyal to bringing strange and haunting stories to life even after more than 35 years in the business.
Dread Central recently had the opportunity to sit down for an in-depth interview with Coscarelli while in Austin, Texas for the 2012 SXSW Film Festival, and after we had the opportunity to hear from the filmmaker regarding John Dies at the End, we also jumped at the opportunity to hear more from him regarding his ties to the independent horror world as well as a myriad of other topics in »
- thehorrorchick
SXSW 2012: John Dies At The End Review
13 March 2012 11:53 AM, PDT | Collider.com | See recent Collider.com news »
Earlier this year, Don Coscarelli’s John Dies at The End had its unofficial premiere at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, and word following that screening suggested that Coscarelli had crafted another runaway cult hit much like the director’s previous cult hit, Bubba Ho-Tep. Based on a novel of the same name by former internet presence David Wong, John Dies at The End was supposedly fast, funny, hallucinogenic, and creepy in all the ways that Coscarelli has proved himself adept at being over the years. Based on this hype, I was very much looking forward to the flick’s (now official) world premiere at the 2012 SXSW Film Festival. Did it live up to the hype? Find out below, my gentle Collider readers… For whatever reason, whenever I hear the name “Don Coscarelli”, the first film I think of isn’t Phantasm (or any of its sequels), but Bubba Ho-Tep. That »
- Scott Wampler
SXSW '12 Review: Weird & Sometimes Confusing 'John Dies At The End' Is Still An Odd & Engaging Genre Treat
13 March 2012 7:59 AM, PDT | The Playlist | See recent The Playlist news »
This is a reprint of our review from the Sundance Film Festival.
The problem addressing fans of “Midnight” films and wacky horror can succinctly be found in the opening of Don Coscarelli's “John Dies At The End.” It involves axe handles, zombies, mutant leeches, axe heads, hardware store trips and answering a dead man as to whether or not the axe in question is the same that killed him. Confused? If you are, then you don't want to stick around. If you're too overjoyed that the spiritual successor to Sam Raimi has appeared, you're in luck.
Adapted from the online “journal” turned book by David Wong (Jason Paragin), Dave Wong (Chase Williamson) is coming down from the Sauce, trying to tell his story to a reporter in a Chinese restaurant and not freak out that he's still in-between temporal dimensions. It all involves a viscous black drug known as Soy Sauce, »
- John Lichman
SXSW 2012 – 10 Most Anticipated Films
9 March 2012 4:19 PM, PST | SoundOnSight | See recent SoundOnSight news »
Picking 10 titles from a selection of 132 feature films is a bit of an exercise in absurdity, but for those of you looking to add a few more flicks to your ever-expanding list of “must sees” before you head down to the convention center, here are ten titles I personally am excited to see.
In alphabetical order:
Citadel
First up is Citadel, described by Irish director Ciarán Foy as “a psychological horror about an agoraphobic young father who teams up with a vigilante priest in order to save his daughter from a gang of twisted feral children.” I wasn’t able to find much else on Citadel but the stills are compelling enough and I’ve had a soft spot for any movie involving a vigilante priest since Peter Jackson’s Braindead. Also, keep an ear out for the film’s score, which is composed by the experimental duo tomandandy who »
- Scott Colquitt
New Clip from The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Features Paul Williams
23 February 2012 9:15 PM, PST | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
Paul Williams has written some of the most beloved songs of his generation, but he's also a prolific actor, including a recent stint in The Ghastly Love of Johnny X, and here's a new clip featuring him as "Cousin Quilty".
The film is directed by Paul Bunnell; written by Steve Bingen, Paul Bunnell, Mark D. Murphy, and George Wagner; and produced by Paul Bunnell, John Duffy, Ezra Kemp, Kristina West, Mark Willoughby, Ramzi Abed, and Joe Rios.
Synopsis:
The Ghastly Love Of Johnny X is a truly mad concoction – a mesmerizing big screen spectacular! Johnny X and his rebellious gang of juvenile delinquents from outer space (called the Ghastly Ones) have been banished to planet Earth until they can pay for their crimes. The Ghastly Ones are in hot pursuit of a mysterious femme fatale named Bliss, who has stolen their most prized possession—a strange suit with magical powers known as the “resurrection suit. »
- The Woman In Black
Three Promo Clips for The Ghastly Love of Johnny X
17 February 2012 10:47 AM, PST | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
On the fence about The Ghastly Love of Johnny X, which is billed as "the only sci-fi dark comedy musical romance you need to see this year"? Then watch this trio of promo clips, and if you live in or around San Jose, check it out in early March at the Cinequest Film Festival.
The Ghastly Love of Johnny X will have its world premiere at this year’s Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose, California, on March 3rd with two additional showings on the 6th and 10th. Screening times are as follows:
Saturday, March 3rd at 9:30 pm – California Theatre (World Premiere)
Tuesday, March 6th at 7:00 pm – San Jose Repertory Theatre
Saturday, March 10th at 4:45 pm – San Jose Repertory Theatre
The film is directed by Paul Bunnell; written by Steve Bingen, Paul Bunnell, Mark D. Murphy, and George Wagner; and produced by Paul Bunnell, John Duffy, Ezra Kemp, »
- The Woman In Black
Nightbreed Director's Cut to Screen at Charlotte's Mad Monster Party Convention
12 February 2012 12:26 AM, PST | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
Now here's some good news! Clive Barker's Nightbreed, one of the most fan-adored monster movies of all time, will be shown in a never-before-seen three-hour long director's cut at the Mad Monster Party horror convention in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Saturday, March 24th, 2012.
From the Press Release:
In addition to this special rare event screening, Nightbreed stars Craig Sheffer and Anne Bobby (marking their very first convention appearance) will be in attendance for a Q&A session following the screening and will be signing autographs in the dealer room throughout the weekend. Mark Miller, Hellraiser comic writer and Nightbreed expert, will also be on hand to introduce the film on behalf of Clive Barker and share some insights into Barker's vision for the future of Nightbreed.
Join Mad Monster Party to champion the cause and be a part of the growing movement to give the director's cut of this beloved »
- Uncle Creepy
The Ghastly Love of Johnny X Set to Premiere at San Jose's Cinequest on March 3rd
10 February 2012 5:28 PM, PST | DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news »
You know, just the other day someone asked if we knew of any films that combine 1950s sci-fi melodrama, song-and-dance, and a touch of horror. Good thing info on the premiere of The Ghastly Love of Johnny X has just landed in our inbox!
The Ghastly Love of Johnny X will have its world premiere at this year’s Cinequest Film Festival in San Jose, California, on March 3rd with two additional showings on the 6th and 10th. Screening times are as follows:
Saturday, March 3rd at 9:30 pm – California Theatre (World Premiere)
Tuesday, March 6th at 7:00 pm – San Jose Repertory Theatre
Saturday, March 10th at 4:45 pm – San Jose Repertory Theatre
The film is directed by Paul Bunnell; written by Steve Bingen, Paul Bunnell, Mark D. Murphy, and George Wagner; and produced by Paul Bunnell, John Duffy, Ezra Kemp, Kristina West, Mark Willoughby, Ramzi Abed, and Joe Rios. »
- The Woman In Black
Join the Mad Monster Party in Nc next month!
8 February 2012 6:03 AM, PST | Fangoria | See recent Fangoria news »
The Mad Monster Party convention delivers us evil March 23-25 at the Blake Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina. Meet Rutger Hauer (Blade Runner, The Hitcher), Brad Dourif (Child’S Play, Exorcist III, Lord Of The Rings), Linda Blair (The Exorcist, Savage Streets), Angus Scrimm (Phantasm) Ace Frehley (legendary Kiss guitarist), Rowdy Roddy Piper (wrestling legend, They Live), Richard Moll (House, Night Court) and William Katt (The Greatest American Hero, Carrie), among over 35 celebrity guests.
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- rfeldman@earwormmedia.com (FANGORIA Staff)
Join the Mad Monster Party in Nc next month!
8 February 2012 6:03 AM, PST | Fangoria | See recent Fangoria news »
The Mad Monster Party convention delivers us evil March 23-25 at the Blake Hotel in Charlotte, North Carolina. Meet Rutger Hauer (Blade Runner, The Hitcher), Brad Dourif (Child’S Play, Exorcist III, Lord Of The Rings), Linda Blair (The Exorcist, Savage Streets), Angus Scrimm (Phantasm) Ace Frehley (legendary Kiss guitarist), Rowdy Roddy Piper (wrestling legend, They Live), Richard Moll (House, Night Court) and William Katt (The Greatest American Hero, Carrie), among over 35 celebrity guests.
Read more »
- rfeldman@earwormmedia.com (FANGORIA Staff)
Sundance 2012 Review: John Dies At The End
29 January 2012 11:57 PM, PST | Twitch | See recent Twitch news »
John Dies at the End is not a movie for everyone. In my opinion, that's a good thing. A film showing at a festival like Sundance should not only be allowed to be different and hold a unique perspective - it should be encouraged. Directed by Don Coscarelli, who you may know as the director as Bubba Ho-Tep and the Phantasm series, John Dies at the End is somewhere between a schlocky, B Movie full of camp (in the best way possible!) and a buddy cop movie. This is all through the lens of some sort of Hunter S. Thompson Gonzo style reporting. It's over the top in every way. Big jokes, big gags, big set pieces, big monsters and bigger than life characters »
Indie Spotlight
29 January 2012 2:26 PM, PST | DailyDead | See recent DailyDead news »
We’re back with the latest installment of our Indie Spotlight. Each feature includes the latest independent horror news sent our way. If you want to be included in our next spotlight, send us an email.
Six Degrees of Hell Retro Poster: A new vintage-style poster has been released for Six Degrees of Hell:
“Ever walk through one of those Halloween haunted attractions and wonder how real it all looked? What if it was? Six individuals are caught in a supernatural perfect storm that has come to claim one of them and tear apart the soul of a small town.”
Directed by Joe Raffa, Six Degrees of Hell features Corey Feldman, Cloris Leachman, Tara Reid, Nicole Cinaglia and David Bonner. The film is set to be released later this year. To check out the poster, visit the official Six Degrees of Hell Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Six-Degrees-of-Hell »
- Jonathan James
Sundance 2012: John Dies At The End Review (Three Stars). Paul Giamatti brings a welcome park to horror comedy
28 January 2012 6:10 AM, PST | Upcoming-Movies.com | See recent Upcoming-Movies.com news »
Review of John Dies at the End at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. Paul Giamatti is a welcome sight in Don Coscarelli's horror comedy. Writer/director Don Coscarelli is a multi-generational fan boy favorite for his '80s horror franchise Phantasm, his swords-and- sorcery adventure The Beastmaster and his 2002 horror comedy Bubba Ho- Tep starring Bruce Campbell as Elvis Presley. John Dies At The End, which makes its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight section at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, mixes all the laughs and gooey monster effects Coscarelli's fans have come to expect. Unfortunately, after a zesty opening involving multiple axes and the undead, John Dies At The End slowly loses its spark and dissolves into an average sci-fi and horror mash-up. »
Sundance 2012: John Dies At The End Review (Three Stars). Paul Giamatti brings a welcome park to horror comedy
28 January 2012 6:10 AM, PST | Upcoming-Movies.com | See recent Upcoming-Movies.com news »
Review of John Dies at the End at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival. Paul Giamatti is a welcome sight in Don Coscarelli's horror comedy. Writer/director Don Coscarelli is a multi-generational fan boy favorite for his '80s horror franchise Phantasm, his swords-and- sorcery adventure The Beastmaster and his 2002 horror comedy Bubba Ho- Tep starring Bruce Campbell as Elvis Presley. John Dies At The End, which makes its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight section at the 2012 Sundance Film Festival, mixes all the laughs and gooey monster effects Coscarelli's fans have come to expect. Unfortunately, after a zesty opening involving multiple axes and the undead, John Dies At The End slowly loses its spark and dissolves into an average sci-fi and horror mash-up. »
Watch: Paul Giamatti and Don Coscarelli conspire to bring 'John Dies At The End' to screen
25 January 2012 7:20 PM, PST | Hitfix | See recent Hitfix news »
The first time I heard Paul Giamatti talk about Don Coscarelli was on the set of "Shoot 'Em Up." At the time, Giamatti had just recently started talking to Coscarelli about starring in "Bubba Nosferatu," the sequel to "Bubba Ho-Tep," and as soon as I steered the conversation to the idea of the sequel, Giamatti lit up. He told me about his first exposure to "Phantasm" when he was in his early teens, and by the end of the conversation, I realized that Giamatti was a full-blown horror nerd, and I liked him much more as a result. No doubt he's »
- Drew McWeeny
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