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Cynema: Ed Wood–Hollywood’s Whipping Boy

No Respect Apparently Michael Medved, the respected film critic gets the credit with dubbing Edward Wood, Jr. the “worst director of all time” by referring to Wood’s crowning film achievement, Plan Nine From Outer Space as perhaps the worst motion picture ever made. This is not only to come to the late Mr. Wood’s defense, but to also show how off the mark Mr. Medved was in his 1980 book The Golden Turkey Awards. Wood is the antithesis of Cynema–his passion and love for film makes him one of Hollywood’s greatest directors. Say what you want about Plan Nine, Bride of the Monster or Glen or Glenda…bad films, yes. Bad directing, absolutely. However Ed Wood was not a cynic. This column will show why films like Jaws The Revenge, Godzilla 1998 and other big budget films are far worse than anything Ed Wood ever put out, including Plan 9. By many accounts, including his own, Plan 9 From Outer Space

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Capt McNeely
Aug 14, 2015
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Comic Review: “Blood & Gourd” Issue #1

A bit about this book from it’s creators: It’s Devil’s Night in Olympia, WA – and out at Henderson Farms, the festivities are reaching a crescendo. Young and old have gathered to pick their own pumpkin, drink hot apple cider, and partake in the usual pumpkin farm fare. However, something has awakened from deep within the fertile soil. After years of abuse and humiliation, the pumpkins…are ready to pick us. You can Beg! You can plead! You can scream! But these hell’s lanterns are lit only with the burning desire to watch. You. Die! Through crowd-funding and sheer determination, the Dead Peasant team has successfully conjured up one of the most bizarre, offbeat, and exciting comic books in years. With its roots in the classics and its vines in the new, Blood & Gourd is like EC Comics meets ’70s/’80s cult horror in 2015. Murderous pumpkins and assorted Halloween horrors bring to the fore an all new set of myths

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Capt McNeely
Aug 12, 2015
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Halloween Horror Nights Featuring ‘The Walking Dead’

The Halloween Horror Nights has already announced that mazes based on the horror movies ‘Insidious‘ and Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Crimson Peak‘ . The news has now come that ‘The Walking Dead’ will once again have it’s own feature at the attraction. Horror Nights had a Terminus inspired maze last year. This time around more of the Walking Dead universe will be explored, including a “Wolves Not Far” inspired section of the maze. Watch out for those hungry walkers, they’ll be chasing after visitors, looking for their next bite to eat. The Halloween Horror Nights attraction, at Universal Orlando Resort, will open September 18th. The Maze, titled ‘The Walking Dead: The Living and the Dead’, will put visitors right into the flooded food bank scene where soggy, half rotten walkers are waiting for you in the water, as well as in many other scenes from the hit show. Visit the Halloween Horror Nights website for more details and tickets.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 5, 2015
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Rob Zombie’s Great American Nightmare Returning To Chicago

Back in 2013 Rob Zombie launched his haunted attraction The Great American Nightmare, which was named one the best attractions of 2013. The attraction, based on Zombie’s songs and films, will be returning to Chicago this year in time for the Halloween season. “I am thrilled to be bringing The Great American Nightmare back to the Chicao area for it’s second year.” Zombie continued “After last year’s overwhelming response we’ve decided to return with a completely new Nightmare. It’s more vile and disgusting than ever. Have fun.” Great American Nightmare 2015 will feature sections based on ‘The Devil’s Rejects’, ‘Captain Spaulding’s Clown School 3D’ and a new section based on Zombie’s upcoming film ’31’. To top it all off Zombie will be playing two concerts, one on October 2nd and the other on the 4th. For more information and tickets visit the official website. Here’s a little peak at the type of action visitors can expect. This is footage from

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 28, 2015
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Deleted Scenes Of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

Tim Burton’s 1993 film ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ is beloved by most horror fans. Who doesn’t love Jack Skellington (Danny Elfman) and Sally (Cathrine O’Hara) ? Many fans have never seen the deleted scenes that were cut or never made it to filming. With Halloween drawing near, I thought it was time to share these little gems. Making Christmas Evil Scientist Lock, Shock and Barrel Jack

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 26, 2015
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Kevin Smith To Direct Segment In ‘Holidays’ Horror Anthology

There has been a lot of buzz lately about writer/director Kevin Smith and his upcoming film projects ‘Yoga Hosers’, ‘Moose Jaws’ and ‘Clerks III’. I have now learned that Smith has yet another project underway. This time Smith is also directing a segment for the new holiday horror film titled ‘Holidays’. The film puts a twisted spin on all of our favorite holidays, like Christmas, Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day. Smith’s segment, titled ‘Camhain’, will focus on Halloween. ‘Camhain’ is a twist on Samhain. Smith explains “It’s about CamGirls working on Halloween night.” Smith’s long time partner-in-crime, Jason Mewes, will star in the segment along side Harley Morenstein. Smith stated that “Harley plays a douchey, villainous CamGirl pimp with a sad shirt.” Smith and Mewes ‘Holidays’ will also have sections directed by several, very talented directors such as Scott Stewart (Dark Skies), Gary Shore (Dracula Untold). Nick McCarthy (The Pact), Matt Johnson (The Dirties), Sarah Smith (The Midnight Swim), Adam

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2015
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Michael Myers Is Back In A New Movie Titled ‘Halloween Returns’

Michael Myers is back again, in a new film titled ‘Halloween Returns’. Dimension Films has announced that the new ‘Halloween’ has now entered preproduction. ‘Halloween Returns’ will not be connected to Rob Zombie’s version of the 1979 classic or the original series. Patrick Melton will be co-writing the script along with Marcus Dunstan, who will be also directing. The duo, who have teamed up many times before, are behind several of the ‘Saw’ sequels, ‘Pacific Rim’, ‘The Collector’ and it’s sequel. Dunstan and Melton ‘Halloween Returns’ follows a new group of Haddonfield teens. The 18-year-old kid of one of Michael’s victims and the kid of a cop, obsessed with the murders, arrive at the prison. along with their friends, where Michael is held on death row. They are there to watch him be executed, but when Michael escapes, the kids and their friends are in serious danger. ‘Halloween Returns’ will begin filming next month (July). The release date has not

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 15, 2015
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‘Halloween’ Is Getting Yet Another Reboot

You may recognize the names of the writing duo of Marcus Dunstan and Patrick Melton, the team are behind several great horror movies of the past decade. Their credits include several of the ‘Saw’ franchise, ‘The Collector’ (2009) and ‘The Collection’ (2012). They also wrote 2013’s ‘Pacific Rim’. Now the duo has been tasked with writing the script for the new ‘Halloween’ reboot (sigh). That’s right, another ‘Halloween’ reboot. At least this time, John Carpenter will (supposedly) be involved. The new version of the 1978 classic horror movie, starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence, will have nothing to do with the 2007 reboot, by Rob Zombie. Don’t get me wrong, I think Dunsten and Melton have serious writing talent, but do we really need another ‘Halloween’ movie? Dimesnsion Films and The Weinstein Company seem to think we do. Right now this is all we know about the reboot, but we will keep you posted as more details become Available.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 11, 2015
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20 Of The Best Horror Cakes On The Internet

Let’s be honest, we all love cake, but nothing is better than that special cake we get once a year on our birthdays. Often birthday cakes come in cool designs, but nothing is cooler than these horror themed cakes. Maybe they’ll serve as inspiration for your next birthday, holiday or just a great get together. Enjoy! Let’s start with just a cool, basic horror theme Hey Jason, what’s eating you? Oh, right, that would be me. Here’s a cool, family friendly ‘Frankenweenie’ design. Slimmer is the poster ghost for hunger. This pumpkin cake makes you wish Halloween was here. This Audrey 2 almost looks too good to eat, almost. Surprise! I’m gonna need a bigger fork. Frankenstein looks delicious. This Pennywise cake might give you nightmares. Michael looks good (in my tummy) I hope this Walking Dead cake isn’t infectious. Clowns and parties go together like cake and ice cream. I think Freddy lost something. I wonder what flavor cakes

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 8, 2015
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Uli Edel’s ‘Pay the Ghost’

Uli Edel, the director behind the series ‘Houdini’ (starring Adrien Brody), has begun production of his latest film titled ‘Pay the Ghost’. This paranormal film was written by Dan Kay, and will have an all star cast including: Nicolas Cage (Ghost Rider), Veronica Ferres (The Devil’s Violinist), Lyriq Bent (12 Monkeys), and Sarah Wayne Callies, who played Lori on ‘The Walking Dead’. A year after his young son disappeared from right by his side, during a Halloween parade in New York City, Mike (Cage) begins to be haunted by horrible visions of his son. Mike reunites with his estranged wife Kristen (Callies). Together they discover a series of clues while looking for their son, who may still be alive, but soon they discover that every Halloween a vengeful ghost appears to steal children. If Mike and Kristen don’t find their son soon, he will be lost forever. ‘Pay the Ghost’ will be released some time in early 2016. Here is

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 6, 2015

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Cynema: Ed Wood–Hollywood’s Whipping Boy

No Respect Apparently Michael Medved, the respected film critic gets the credit with dubbing Edward Wood, Jr. the “worst director of all time” by referring to Wood’s crowning film achievement, Plan Nine From Outer Space as perhaps the worst motion picture ever made. This is not only to come to the late Mr. Wood’s defense, but to also show how off the mark Mr. Medved was in his 1980 book The Golden Turkey Awards. Wood is the antithesis of Cynema–his passion and love for film makes him one of Hollywood’s greatest directors. Say what you want about Plan Nine, Bride of the Monster or Glen or Glenda…bad films, yes. Bad directing, absolutely. However Ed Wood was not a cynic. This column will show why films like Jaws The Revenge, Godzilla 1998 and other big budget films are far worse than anything Ed Wood ever put out, including Plan 9. By many accounts, including his own, Plan 9 From Outer Space

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Aug 14, 2015
Horror Fuel

Comic Review: “Blood & Gourd” Issue #1

A bit about this book from it’s creators: It’s Devil’s Night in Olympia, WA – and out at Henderson Farms, the festivities are reaching a crescendo. Young and old have gathered to pick their own pumpkin, drink hot apple cider, and partake in the usual pumpkin farm fare. However, something has awakened from deep within the fertile soil. After years of abuse and humiliation, the pumpkins…are ready to pick us. You can Beg! You can plead! You can scream! But these hell’s lanterns are lit only with the burning desire to watch. You. Die! Through crowd-funding and sheer determination, the Dead Peasant team has successfully conjured up one of the most bizarre, offbeat, and exciting comic books in years. With its roots in the classics and its vines in the new, Blood & Gourd is like EC Comics meets ’70s/’80s cult horror in 2015. Murderous pumpkins and assorted Halloween horrors bring to the fore an all new set of myths

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Aug 12, 2015
Horror Fuel

Halloween Horror Nights Featuring ‘The Walking Dead’

The Halloween Horror Nights has already announced that mazes based on the horror movies ‘Insidious‘ and Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Crimson Peak‘ . The news has now come that ‘The Walking Dead’ will once again have it’s own feature at the attraction. Horror Nights had a Terminus inspired maze last year. This time around more of the Walking Dead universe will be explored, including a “Wolves Not Far” inspired section of the maze. Watch out for those hungry walkers, they’ll be chasing after visitors, looking for their next bite to eat. The Halloween Horror Nights attraction, at Universal Orlando Resort, will open September 18th. The Maze, titled ‘The Walking Dead: The Living and the Dead’, will put visitors right into the flooded food bank scene where soggy, half rotten walkers are waiting for you in the water, as well as in many other scenes from the hit show. Visit the Halloween Horror Nights website for more details and tickets.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 5, 2015
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Rob Zombie’s Great American Nightmare Returning To Chicago

Back in 2013 Rob Zombie launched his haunted attraction The Great American Nightmare, which was named one the best attractions of 2013. The attraction, based on Zombie’s songs and films, will be returning to Chicago this year in time for the Halloween season. “I am thrilled to be bringing The Great American Nightmare back to the Chicao area for it’s second year.” Zombie continued “After last year’s overwhelming response we’ve decided to return with a completely new Nightmare. It’s more vile and disgusting than ever. Have fun.” Great American Nightmare 2015 will feature sections based on ‘The Devil’s Rejects’, ‘Captain Spaulding’s Clown School 3D’ and a new section based on Zombie’s upcoming film ’31’. To top it all off Zombie will be playing two concerts, one on October 2nd and the other on the 4th. For more information and tickets visit the official website. Here’s a little peak at the type of action visitors can expect. This is footage from

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 28, 2015
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Deleted Scenes Of ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’

Tim Burton’s 1993 film ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’ is beloved by most horror fans. Who doesn’t love Jack Skellington (Danny Elfman) and Sally (Cathrine O’Hara) ? Many fans have never seen the deleted scenes that were cut or never made it to filming. With Halloween drawing near, I thought it was time to share these little gems. Making Christmas Evil Scientist Lock, Shock and Barrel Jack

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 26, 2015
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Kevin Smith To Direct Segment In ‘Holidays’ Horror Anthology

There has been a lot of buzz lately about writer/director Kevin Smith and his upcoming film projects ‘Yoga Hosers’, ‘Moose Jaws’ and ‘Clerks III’. I have now learned that Smith has yet another project underway. This time Smith is also directing a segment for the new holiday horror film titled ‘Holidays’. The film puts a twisted spin on all of our favorite holidays, like Christmas, Mother’s Day and Valentine’s Day. Smith’s segment, titled ‘Camhain’, will focus on Halloween. ‘Camhain’ is a twist on Samhain. Smith explains “It’s about CamGirls working on Halloween night.” Smith’s long time partner-in-crime, Jason Mewes, will star in the segment along side Harley Morenstein. Smith stated that “Harley plays a douchey, villainous CamGirl pimp with a sad shirt.” Smith and Mewes ‘Holidays’ will also have sections directed by several, very talented directors such as Scott Stewart (Dark Skies), Gary Shore (Dracula Untold). Nick McCarthy (The Pact), Matt Johnson (The Dirties), Sarah Smith (The Midnight Swim), Adam

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 13, 2015
Horror Fuel

Michael Myers Is Back In A New Movie Titled ‘Halloween Returns’

Michael Myers is back again, in a new film titled ‘Halloween Returns’. Dimension Films has announced that the new ‘Halloween’ has now entered preproduction. ‘Halloween Returns’ will not be connected to Rob Zombie’s version of the 1979 classic or the original series. Patrick Melton will be co-writing the script along with Marcus Dunstan, who will be also directing. The duo, who have teamed up many times before, are behind several of the ‘Saw’ sequels, ‘Pacific Rim’, ‘The Collector’ and it’s sequel. Dunstan and Melton ‘Halloween Returns’ follows a new group of Haddonfield teens. The 18-year-old kid of one of Michael’s victims and the kid of a cop, obsessed with the murders, arrive at the prison. along with their friends, where Michael is held on death row. They are there to watch him be executed, but when Michael escapes, the kids and their friends are in serious danger. ‘Halloween Returns’ will begin filming next month (July). The release date has not

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 15, 2015
Horror Fuel

‘Halloween’ Is Getting Yet Another Reboot

You may recognize the names of the writing duo of Marcus Dunstan and Patrick Melton, the team are behind several great horror movies of the past decade. Their credits include several of the ‘Saw’ franchise, ‘The Collector’ (2009) and ‘The Collection’ (2012). They also wrote 2013’s ‘Pacific Rim’. Now the duo has been tasked with writing the script for the new ‘Halloween’ reboot (sigh). That’s right, another ‘Halloween’ reboot. At least this time, John Carpenter will (supposedly) be involved. The new version of the 1978 classic horror movie, starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasence, will have nothing to do with the 2007 reboot, by Rob Zombie. Don’t get me wrong, I think Dunsten and Melton have serious writing talent, but do we really need another ‘Halloween’ movie? Dimesnsion Films and The Weinstein Company seem to think we do. Right now this is all we know about the reboot, but we will keep you posted as more details become Available.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 11, 2015
Horror Fuel

20 Of The Best Horror Cakes On The Internet

Let’s be honest, we all love cake, but nothing is better than that special cake we get once a year on our birthdays. Often birthday cakes come in cool designs, but nothing is cooler than these horror themed cakes. Maybe they’ll serve as inspiration for your next birthday, holiday or just a great get together. Enjoy! Let’s start with just a cool, basic horror theme Hey Jason, what’s eating you? Oh, right, that would be me. Here’s a cool, family friendly ‘Frankenweenie’ design. Slimmer is the poster ghost for hunger. This pumpkin cake makes you wish Halloween was here. This Audrey 2 almost looks too good to eat, almost. Surprise! I’m gonna need a bigger fork. Frankenstein looks delicious. This Pennywise cake might give you nightmares. Michael looks good (in my tummy) I hope this Walking Dead cake isn’t infectious. Clowns and parties go together like cake and ice cream. I think Freddy lost something. I wonder what flavor cakes

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 8, 2015
Horror Fuel

Uli Edel’s ‘Pay the Ghost’

Uli Edel, the director behind the series ‘Houdini’ (starring Adrien Brody), has begun production of his latest film titled ‘Pay the Ghost’. This paranormal film was written by Dan Kay, and will have an all star cast including: Nicolas Cage (Ghost Rider), Veronica Ferres (The Devil’s Violinist), Lyriq Bent (12 Monkeys), and Sarah Wayne Callies, who played Lori on ‘The Walking Dead’. A year after his young son disappeared from right by his side, during a Halloween parade in New York City, Mike (Cage) begins to be haunted by horrible visions of his son. Mike reunites with his estranged wife Kristen (Callies). Together they discover a series of clues while looking for their son, who may still be alive, but soon they discover that every Halloween a vengeful ghost appears to steal children. If Mike and Kristen don’t find their son soon, he will be lost forever. ‘Pay the Ghost’ will be released some time in early 2016. Here is

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 6, 2015
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