Halloween 2018 Filming Has Officially Wrapped
With only 7 months to go before its October 19, 2018 release date, it looks like filming has officially wrapped on John Carpenter’s Halloween revitalization. The official announcement came via Twitter from the VP of Feature Film Development for Blumhouse productions, Ryan Turek, with a short but sweet message to fans, “That’s a wrap!”, complete with a knife and pumpkin emoji. This announcement came roughly two weeks after Jamie Lee Curtis announced her involvement on set was finished, much to the relief of fans who feared her limited time on set didn’t bode well for her reprisal as Laurie Strode…. Read more »
‘IT’ Chapter 2 Cast Announcements
Following the major success of Andres Muschietti’s IT, there was never any doubt that we would eventually get a sequel. The rumor mill that followed the release of the IT: Chapter 1 has thrown some shade on what we can actually expect. From a supposed post-credit scene that involved Jessica Chastain that never actually came about, to fears that director Andres Muschietti might not be returning – he is, although his signing hasn’t yet closed – it can be difficult to know how the sequel is shaping up. Jessica Chastain confirmed to be in talks to star as Beverly Marsh… Read more »
“Summer of ’84” Interview with Cory Grüter-Andrew
Premiering at the Sundance Film Festival in the Midnight Section is Summer of ’84, a horror film, set in everyone’s favorite decade. Summer of ’84 pits four 15-year old friends against a neighborhood serial killer. FrightFind was lucky to get an interview with Cory Grüter-Andrew who plays one of the teen investigators in Summer of ’84. FF: Corey Nice to meet you. Thanks for taking the time today to talk about Summer of ’84. Tell us a bit about yourself and where you’re from. Cory: I was born and raised in Vancouver B.C. I’m currently here in Toronto filming a TV… Read more »
The Strangers 2: Prey at Night Teaser
After 9 years, the much-anticipated sequel to the horror hit The Strangers is one step closer to the big screen. The teaser trailer for The Strangers: Prey At Night has been released and it looks to be as terrifying as the first film. “Never Underestimate the Kindness of Strangers” is the new film’s tagline which seems fitting with Thanksgiving right around the corner. The Strangers: Prey At Night A family’s road trip takes a dangerous turn when they arrive at a secluded mobile home park to stay with some relatives and find it mysteriously deserted. Under the cover of darkness, three masked… Read more »
The real life killer behind the movie Jeepers Creepers
Is Jeepers Creepers Real? While most horror franchises are made from tales of creepy ghosts, vampires, and imaginary monsters, Jeepers Creepers is originally based on a true story. Well, some of it at least. The winged monster and other details are stretched quite a bit, but yes, the opening story of Jeepers Creepers was indeed based on the real-life misdeeds of a man named Dennis DePue. DePue’s Grisly Crime In 1990, Dennis DePue was on the run. DePue had murdered his wife and left her body behind an empty schoolhouse. He was never charged and the truth behind the murder… Read more »
Jamie Lee Curtis Returns to Halloween
Much to the delight of horror fans everywhere, Jamie Lee Curtis is returning to the James Cameron’s 2017 installment of the horror franchise, Halloween. Curtis tweeted on Friday, September 15; “Same porch. Same clothes. Same issues. 40 years later. Headed back to Haddonfield one last time for Halloween. Release date 10/19/18” “Same porch. Same clothes. Same issues. 40 years later. Headed back to Haddonfield one last time for Halloween. Release date 10/19/18.” pic.twitter.com/IvptiZctyw — Jamie Lee Curtis (@jamieleecurtis) September 15, 2017 Curtis is a welcome sight, back to team with horror master John Carpenter, who will be co-producing the 10th… Read more »
Scared to Death: The Thrill of Horror Film Exhibit
The Museum of Pop Culture(MoPOP) in Seattle, formally the Experience Music Project (EMP), has a new exhibit coming you will need to see. Scared to Death: The Thrill of Horror Film opens at MoPOP this September and is sure to scare the coffee right out of your hand. The horror exhibit opens September 30, 2017, and features over 50 different props and costumes from your favorite horror films and television shows. Scared to Death will also feature multi-media experiences including films, oral history interviews, and interactive photo ops. Here is a quick sampling of what is sure to fuel your nightmares: Sweater worn by… Read more »
Will Lady Gaga and Jessica Lange return to AHS?
The frenzy continues to grow as the newly named AHS season 7 approaches. As this anthology-driven horror series has progressed over the past six seasons, more and more fans have discovered and fallen in love with it. One of the things that have fueled this popularity is the performances of fan favorite characters, in particular, Jessica Lange, who starred in the show for the first four seasons, and Lady Gaga, who joined in season five and also had some appearances in season six. With season seven looming above us, and seasons eight and nine confirmed, fans have been speculating as to… Read more »
Annabelle: Creation Interview with Lou Lou Safran
The Conjuring universe continues to expand with the upcoming release of Annabelle: Creation. FrightFind had the chance to sit down with Lou Lou Safran, who plays Tierney in the much-anticipated Annabelle: Creation. FrightFind: Welcome, Lou Lou. Thank you for taking the time to answer these questions about your upcoming role in Annabelle: Creation. Our audience is excited to hear from you. Lou Lou: I’m frightfully happy to be talking with you Tracy and the FrightFind fans! FF: After The Choice, this seems like a distinctly different role & genre. How did you get involved? Is horror something you’re a big fan… Read more »
The Walking Dead Season 8 Trailer Released
You got your shittin’ pants on? I do. AMC just released The Walking Dead trailer at Comic-Con and Negan highly recommends your shittin’ pants. I’m not arguing with Negan. Watch the trailer below. You might keep it slightly down if you’re at work. And shittin’ your pants might also be frowned upon as well. It’s all-out war and rock and roll. Pull them big-boy pants on. TWD season 8 returns 10.22.17 on AMC. The Walking Dead Season 8 Trailer Don’t adjust your set: The screen is black for the first few seconds. It’s intentional for dramatic effect. TWD Returns… Read more »
L.A. Paley Center Extends American Horror Story Exhibit
AHS L.A. Exhibit Extended On the heals of Ryan Murphy’s season 7 theme announcement at San Diego’s Comic-Con and the release of AHS7’s premiere date the Paley Center has decided to keep the doors open on the highly successful AHS: Style of Scare Exhibit. Due to unprecedented demand and record attendance, the exclusive, first-ever exhibition for the hit FX anthology series will remain open at The Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills until Sunday, August 13, 2017. AHS: The Style of Scare Exhibit In the frightening world of American Horror Story, every twist, turn, terror, and torment is executed in… Read more »
American Horror Story 7 Theme Announced. AHS: CULT
Ryan Murphy and FX are bringing the pot to a boil. The first clues to the American Horror Story season 7 theme were revealed via a waterfront stunt outside the San Diego Comic-Con last night as they sent in the clowns. American Horror Story Season 7: CULT Fans were encouraged to visit www.AHS7.com for more info, including the official theme title and premiere dates. It appears the website will be counting down with a new release each week ending one week before the premiere on September 5th. There is no official word on more releases or updates, but the first video… Read more »
George A. Romero, ‘The Godfather of Zombies,’ has passed away at 77
George A. Romero, ‘The Godfather of Zombies,’ has passed away at the age of 77 after a “brief but aggressive battle with lung cancer,” according to his longtime producer partner, Peter Grunwald. Per the LA Times, he died peacefully with his family by his side while listening to the score from one of his favorite films, “The Quiet Man.” Famous for his Living Dead series, George A. Romero, is known to many as “The Godfather of Zombies.” He inspired many and invented a genre. Family, friends, and fans of Romero mourn the loss of a horror legend. Sad to hear my… Read more »
Top Ten Modern Zombie Movies
We know what you are thinking: Another zombie movie list that is guaranteed to piss me off. It might, it really, really might. But we are doing it anyway! What qualifies as a zombie flick though? Some genre purists insist that zombies must only be the reanimated dead in order to meet the qualification. Others allow for virus addled cannibalistic humans. A third group will argue that to meet the original definition from Caribbean or African voodoo, of which the word originated from the Bantu term “zonbi,” is a MUST. What is a zombie? Depending on who you talk to and their… Read more »
The Truth Behind H.H. Holmes and The Devil in the White City
Even if you’re not a serial killer buff or horror movie fanatic, chances are you’ve heard of H.H. Holmes, the man dubbed America’s first serial killer. No relation to John. But did you know of his hotel turned “Murder Castle” or that H.H. Holmes isn’t even his real name? As Martin Scorsese and Leonardo DiCaprio begin production on an H.H. Holmes film, we delve into several weird facts about the killer that inspired it. “The Devil in the White City” Based on the novel, The Devil in the White City, Martin Scorsese’s current work in progress appears to be a thriller drama… Read more »