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True Crime Documentary ‘Lovely Jackson’ Premiering At Justice Film Festival

A few months ago, I sat down to talk with ex-death row inmate Rickey Jackson about his 39-year stint in prison for a crime he did not commit and the documentary Lovely Jackson, set to premiere this March at the Justice Film Festival, which chronicles his life and his fight for justice. Matt Waldek directed this elegant, emotionally charged documentary. He joined Rickey and me for the interview to discuss directing Lovely Jackson, his relationship with Rickey, and how Rickey was freed. And it’s an amazing story. Rickey was convicted of murder while just a teen and sentenced to death before his sentence was commuted to life in prison three years later. He spent the next 39 years fighting for his freedom. You see, Rickey was innocent, and the only thing that tied him to the crime was a lie told by a 12-year-old boy, who eventually recanted his statement. Rickey was convicted without evidence and even had a witness

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 28, 2023

Fans Come Together In ‘FredHeads: The Documentary’

Nightmare of Elm Street fans comes together for FredHeads: The Documentary, and it’s now available on DVD from Bayview Entertainment. Following several hardcore A Nightmare on Elm Street fans and featuring stories from hundreds of others of all ages from across the globe, FredHeads explores just how much fans love the franchise and how it has changed their lives by inspiring them to conquer their fears (aka their “Freddys”), find themselves, and follow a new path in life. Cast, crew, and others involved in the franchise also offer insight into the legacy of A Nightmare on Elm Street. Bonus Features: In the Studio with Robert Kurtzman, The Chris Carbaugh Experience A Conversation with Ken Sagoes. Get your copy now on Amazon or at a Wal-Mart near you.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 16, 2023

Discovery+ And Travel Channel Paranormal Highlights (Feb 27-March 12)

On an All-New KINDRED SPIRITS, the Team Help a Family Terrified by Shadow Figures and a Potential Portal Inside Their Home Plus, SHOCK DOC Specials, THE CURSE OF LIZZIE BORDEN and ALIEN ABDUCTION: TRAVIS WALTON, Explore Two of History’s Most Infamous and Bizarre Incidents CONCURRENT PREMIERES KINDRED SPIRITS New Episodes: Fridays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Travel Channel and Streaming Same Day on discovery+ Paranormal investigators Amy Bruni, Adam Berry, and psychic medium Chip Coffey are back with a brand-new season of KINDRED SPIRITS. These intrepid investigators help people tormented by the dead by settling spirit activity, capturing evidence, and bringing closure to each location they visit. Utilizing several tools to communicate with spirits, Bruni, Berry, and Coffey discover shocking stories by visiting some of America’s most haunted homes and historic sites. During their emotional and terrifying investigations, this all-star paranormal Team captures evidence, settles spirit activity, and brings closure to each location they visit. [Hour-long episodes] “Living With the

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 14, 2023

UFO WITNESS Star to World Premiere Her Documentary CODE 12 at MidWest WeirdFest

A new documentary on the secret nature of reality world premieres at the 7th annual MidWest WeirdFest. The feature-length film, CODE 12, is directed and presented by Melissa Tittl. She is star and host of the popular TV series UFO WITNESS, former Head of Content and Development at the Gaia network, and an established journalist, producer, and documentarian. The film festival takes place at Micon Cinemas in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin from March 3-5, 2023. “This film has been my research for the past 10 years on the idea of a matrix or living in a simulation. It spiraled into formidable places that connected in a pattern,” says Tittl. “As an investigative journalist, I never thought the stories I wrote, the cases I have investigated, and the places that drew my attention might all be part of a master plan, a plan designed by an unknown architect.” The documentary features interviews with geneticists, archeologists, biblical scholars, and quantum physicists that

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Joseph Perry
Feb 10, 2023

Documentary ‘Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story’ Has Landed

The movie everyone is talking about, Ash Hamilton’s Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story, is now streaming on Amazon Prime, Tubi, and Redbox. Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story won an impressive 24 awards on its festival run, making it the most highly awarded found footage film of all time, surpassing 1999’s The Blair Witch Project. It’s a 2021 feature film exploring a documentary film crew’s efforts to make a movie detailing the 2013 alien abduction of Illinois resident Sean Miller. A five-day shoot turns into a life-changing experience for everyone involved as events spiral out of control.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 1, 2023

Watch The Netflix True Crime Doc ‘The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker’ Now

Netflix continues to feed the addictions of true crime junkies. The latest documentary the streaming giant has released is The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker. The true story of Caleb “Kai” McGillvary, an unhoused nomad who, after saving a woman from a violent attack, became an overnight celebrity sought after by reality TV producers and adoring fans alike — until a murder turned his fame into infamy. Released this week, the documentary directed by Colette Camden features interviews with Alex Aguirre, Stephen Colbert, Bob Ellenport, and more, as well as archive footage. It began with a viral video featuring a hitchhiking man, identified as “Kai” (born September 3, 1988, as Caleb Lawrence McGillvary) from Edmonton, Alberta. It was released on February 2, 2013, by a reporter from a local news station in California. The video went viral and received national attention in the press. On May 16, 2013, McGillivary was charged with the murder of attorney Joseph Galfyandwho was beaten to death.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 13, 2023

Movie Review: Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini (2015)

Look, if you cats n’ creeps don’t recognize the name Tom Savini, then you are most likely readin’ the wrong column… that being said, if you’ve seen the likes of Dawn of the Dead, Creepshow, and the original recipe Friday the 13th (to name a few) you sure as shit know his handy work in the field of special effects! Speaking of which; the flick under the monstrous microscope today is all about Savini! Let’s focus our putrid peepers on Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini… Filmmaker Jason Baker, himself a professional special effects artist, begins his documentary with a quick montage of the maestro’s work before getting down to the first 1/3rd of the picture’s main concern; exploring Savini’s personal life, from his formative years in Pittsburgh, some of which were spent working a travelling spook-show, to his service in the Vietnam War, in an effort to learn what led him to become one of the greatest

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DanXIII
Jan 7, 2023

New Doc ‘FredHeads’ Will Explore Fans’ Connections To Freddy Krueger (Trailer)

FredHeads, a new documentary that explores the relationships between fans and A Nightmare on Elm Street, is due to be released this February. The documentary follows a group whose friendships were formed and molded by A Nightmare on Elm Street. They venture out to share the stories of other fans of all ages from around the world whose lives were also changed by the horror film franchise. “This has been an incredible journey,” says Paige Troxell, director, editor, and producer of FredHeads. “I feel so incredibly honored that I get to share these stories of how each of us have used these films to face our own nightmares. FredHeads to me is ultimately the story of survival, and how a franchise can be more than just a film.” In addition to convention footage and online submissions, the film also features testimonials from Elm Street alums, including Lisa Wilcox, Toy Newkirk, Andras Jones, Miko Hughes, and more. “FredHeads is more than

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 24, 2022

Small Town Monsters Presents: ‘On The Trail Of Bigfoot: Last Frontier’

Small Town Monsters heads to the frozen vistas of the 49th state with On the Trail of Bigfoot: Last Frontier. The first 2023 Small Town Monsters docudrama features in-depth interviews with locals and a heavy focus on the Indigenous peoples who first called the land home. Focusing on evidence and encounters with the legendary Sasquatch, On the Trail of Bigfoot: Last Frontier aims to give audiences the most cohesive look at Alaskan Sasquatch lore. On the Trail of Bigfoot: Last Frontier was shot over several months in the Alaskan wilderness, concurrently with upcoming Small Town Monsters projects Land of the Missing and Bigfoot: Beyond the Trail: Alaskan Coastal Sasquatch, to be released later in 2023. Each production will take a different look at the lore of the monsters believed to be living in the snow, offering the most comprehensive view of the evidence. Audio evidence presented includes eerie recordings which seem to capture a baby crying deep in the remote,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 19, 2022

New “Shock Rock Movie” Clip Features Footage Of World Record Suspension

Following the announcement of the new project Shock Rock Movie, directed by Lord Zane and Dagon Destroyer of Society 1, a teaser has been released, giving a short glimpse into what’s to come. The clip never features before-seen footage of Wayne Static commenting on Lord Zane’s world record for longest body suspension. In the new film, Dagon and Zane will be interviewing various artists as well as discussing their own contributions to the genre that they became heavily involved with when Zane began body suspension during the band performances in 2002. “It was just one of those surreal days. I’m hanging six hours with fours hooks breaking the previous record held by Cris Angel and Wayne is there for most of the day. We’re talking, taking pictures, he’s giving interviews about Static X and his thoughts about me. It’s amazing that we found this footage and how perfectly it fits into the film” said Zane The second month of filming

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Ella Rebecca Horton
Nov 29, 2022

More from Documentaries

True Crime Documentary ‘Lovely Jackson’ Premiering At Justice Film Festival

A few months ago, I sat down to talk with ex-death row inmate Rickey Jackson about his 39-year stint in prison for a crime he did not commit and the documentary Lovely Jackson, set to premiere this March at the Justice Film Festival, which chronicles his life and his fight for justice. Matt Waldek directed this elegant, emotionally charged documentary. He joined Rickey and me for the interview to discuss directing Lovely Jackson, his relationship with Rickey, and how Rickey was freed. And it’s an amazing story. Rickey was convicted of murder while just a teen and sentenced to death before his sentence was commuted to life in prison three years later. He spent the next 39 years fighting for his freedom. You see, Rickey was innocent, and the only thing that tied him to the crime was a lie told by a 12-year-old boy, who eventually recanted his statement. Rickey was convicted without evidence and even had a witness

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 28, 2023

Fans Come Together In ‘FredHeads: The Documentary’

Nightmare of Elm Street fans comes together for FredHeads: The Documentary, and it’s now available on DVD from Bayview Entertainment. Following several hardcore A Nightmare on Elm Street fans and featuring stories from hundreds of others of all ages from across the globe, FredHeads explores just how much fans love the franchise and how it has changed their lives by inspiring them to conquer their fears (aka their “Freddys”), find themselves, and follow a new path in life. Cast, crew, and others involved in the franchise also offer insight into the legacy of A Nightmare on Elm Street. Bonus Features: In the Studio with Robert Kurtzman, The Chris Carbaugh Experience A Conversation with Ken Sagoes. Get your copy now on Amazon or at a Wal-Mart near you.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 16, 2023

Discovery+ And Travel Channel Paranormal Highlights (Feb 27-March 12)

On an All-New KINDRED SPIRITS, the Team Help a Family Terrified by Shadow Figures and a Potential Portal Inside Their Home Plus, SHOCK DOC Specials, THE CURSE OF LIZZIE BORDEN and ALIEN ABDUCTION: TRAVIS WALTON, Explore Two of History’s Most Infamous and Bizarre Incidents CONCURRENT PREMIERES KINDRED SPIRITS New Episodes: Fridays at 9 p.m. ET/PT on Travel Channel and Streaming Same Day on discovery+ Paranormal investigators Amy Bruni, Adam Berry, and psychic medium Chip Coffey are back with a brand-new season of KINDRED SPIRITS. These intrepid investigators help people tormented by the dead by settling spirit activity, capturing evidence, and bringing closure to each location they visit. Utilizing several tools to communicate with spirits, Bruni, Berry, and Coffey discover shocking stories by visiting some of America’s most haunted homes and historic sites. During their emotional and terrifying investigations, this all-star paranormal Team captures evidence, settles spirit activity, and brings closure to each location they visit. [Hour-long episodes] “Living With the

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 14, 2023

UFO WITNESS Star to World Premiere Her Documentary CODE 12 at MidWest WeirdFest

A new documentary on the secret nature of reality world premieres at the 7th annual MidWest WeirdFest. The feature-length film, CODE 12, is directed and presented by Melissa Tittl. She is star and host of the popular TV series UFO WITNESS, former Head of Content and Development at the Gaia network, and an established journalist, producer, and documentarian. The film festival takes place at Micon Cinemas in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin from March 3-5, 2023. “This film has been my research for the past 10 years on the idea of a matrix or living in a simulation. It spiraled into formidable places that connected in a pattern,” says Tittl. “As an investigative journalist, I never thought the stories I wrote, the cases I have investigated, and the places that drew my attention might all be part of a master plan, a plan designed by an unknown architect.” The documentary features interviews with geneticists, archeologists, biblical scholars, and quantum physicists that

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
Feb 10, 2023

Documentary ‘Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story’ Has Landed

The movie everyone is talking about, Ash Hamilton’s Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story, is now streaming on Amazon Prime, Tubi, and Redbox. Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story won an impressive 24 awards on its festival run, making it the most highly awarded found footage film of all time, surpassing 1999’s The Blair Witch Project. It’s a 2021 feature film exploring a documentary film crew’s efforts to make a movie detailing the 2013 alien abduction of Illinois resident Sean Miller. A five-day shoot turns into a life-changing experience for everyone involved as events spiral out of control.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 1, 2023

Watch The Netflix True Crime Doc ‘The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker’ Now

Netflix continues to feed the addictions of true crime junkies. The latest documentary the streaming giant has released is The Hatchet Wielding Hitchhiker. The true story of Caleb “Kai” McGillvary, an unhoused nomad who, after saving a woman from a violent attack, became an overnight celebrity sought after by reality TV producers and adoring fans alike — until a murder turned his fame into infamy. Released this week, the documentary directed by Colette Camden features interviews with Alex Aguirre, Stephen Colbert, Bob Ellenport, and more, as well as archive footage. It began with a viral video featuring a hitchhiking man, identified as “Kai” (born September 3, 1988, as Caleb Lawrence McGillvary) from Edmonton, Alberta. It was released on February 2, 2013, by a reporter from a local news station in California. The video went viral and received national attention in the press. On May 16, 2013, McGillivary was charged with the murder of attorney Joseph Galfyandwho was beaten to death.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 13, 2023

Movie Review: Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini (2015)

Look, if you cats n’ creeps don’t recognize the name Tom Savini, then you are most likely readin’ the wrong column… that being said, if you’ve seen the likes of Dawn of the Dead, Creepshow, and the original recipe Friday the 13th (to name a few) you sure as shit know his handy work in the field of special effects! Speaking of which; the flick under the monstrous microscope today is all about Savini! Let’s focus our putrid peepers on Smoke and Mirrors: The Story of Tom Savini… Filmmaker Jason Baker, himself a professional special effects artist, begins his documentary with a quick montage of the maestro’s work before getting down to the first 1/3rd of the picture’s main concern; exploring Savini’s personal life, from his formative years in Pittsburgh, some of which were spent working a travelling spook-show, to his service in the Vietnam War, in an effort to learn what led him to become one of the greatest

Continue reading →
DanXIII
Jan 7, 2023

New Doc ‘FredHeads’ Will Explore Fans’ Connections To Freddy Krueger (Trailer)

FredHeads, a new documentary that explores the relationships between fans and A Nightmare on Elm Street, is due to be released this February. The documentary follows a group whose friendships were formed and molded by A Nightmare on Elm Street. They venture out to share the stories of other fans of all ages from around the world whose lives were also changed by the horror film franchise. “This has been an incredible journey,” says Paige Troxell, director, editor, and producer of FredHeads. “I feel so incredibly honored that I get to share these stories of how each of us have used these films to face our own nightmares. FredHeads to me is ultimately the story of survival, and how a franchise can be more than just a film.” In addition to convention footage and online submissions, the film also features testimonials from Elm Street alums, including Lisa Wilcox, Toy Newkirk, Andras Jones, Miko Hughes, and more. “FredHeads is more than

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 24, 2022

Small Town Monsters Presents: ‘On The Trail Of Bigfoot: Last Frontier’

Small Town Monsters heads to the frozen vistas of the 49th state with On the Trail of Bigfoot: Last Frontier. The first 2023 Small Town Monsters docudrama features in-depth interviews with locals and a heavy focus on the Indigenous peoples who first called the land home. Focusing on evidence and encounters with the legendary Sasquatch, On the Trail of Bigfoot: Last Frontier aims to give audiences the most cohesive look at Alaskan Sasquatch lore. On the Trail of Bigfoot: Last Frontier was shot over several months in the Alaskan wilderness, concurrently with upcoming Small Town Monsters projects Land of the Missing and Bigfoot: Beyond the Trail: Alaskan Coastal Sasquatch, to be released later in 2023. Each production will take a different look at the lore of the monsters believed to be living in the snow, offering the most comprehensive view of the evidence. Audio evidence presented includes eerie recordings which seem to capture a baby crying deep in the remote,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 19, 2022

New “Shock Rock Movie” Clip Features Footage Of World Record Suspension

Following the announcement of the new project Shock Rock Movie, directed by Lord Zane and Dagon Destroyer of Society 1, a teaser has been released, giving a short glimpse into what’s to come. The clip never features before-seen footage of Wayne Static commenting on Lord Zane’s world record for longest body suspension. In the new film, Dagon and Zane will be interviewing various artists as well as discussing their own contributions to the genre that they became heavily involved with when Zane began body suspension during the band performances in 2002. “It was just one of those surreal days. I’m hanging six hours with fours hooks breaking the previous record held by Cris Angel and Wayne is there for most of the day. We’re talking, taking pictures, he’s giving interviews about Static X and his thoughts about me. It’s amazing that we found this footage and how perfectly it fits into the film” said Zane The second month of filming

Continue reading →
Ella Rebecca Horton
Nov 29, 2022
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