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Movie Review: 7500 (2014)

I have been waiting to see ‘7500’ for a long time. It was supposed to be released back in 2012, but just recently landed in select theaters. ‘7500’, directed by Takashi Shimizu, the man behind ‘The Grudge’ franchise, was written by Craig Rosenberg (The Uninvited). This supernatural film has a great cast that includes ‘True Blood’ actor Ryan Kwanten, Amy Smart (Mirrors), Leslie Bibb (Iron Man 1 and 2), Jamie Chung (Sucker Punch), Scout Taylor-Compton (Halloween 1 and 2 (remakes), Alex Frost (The Lost), Johnathon Schaech ( Quarantine), Jerry Ferrar (Entourage) and Christian Serratos of ‘The Walking Dead”. Imagine being 30,000 feet in the air when an unseen entity begins to inflict terror on a plane full passengers, that’s exactly what happens on flight ‘7500’ out of L.A. bound for Tokyo. When a mysterious man suddenly dies mid flight it’s only the first event of a horrible flight. The flight attendants relocate the first class passengers down to Economy Class

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 15, 2015
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Cary Elwes Stars In The Paranormal Thriller ‘Cawdor’

Vivian Miller, serving out her prison term in a work release program, arrives at a run down Cawdor Barn Theater, run by failed Broadway director Lawrence O’Neil (Cary Elwes). Her arrival sets off a terrible chain of events that brings Lawrence’s buried secret to the surface. Vivian unknowingly releases a vengeful spirit when she watches an old VHS tape of one of Lawrence’s productions of MacBeth. Now Vivian, with the help of a a fellow parolee named Roddy, she must solve the mystery of the spirit, before it’s to late. This paranormal thriller was written and directed by Phil Wurtzel. ‘The Social Network’ actress Shelby Young plays the role of ‘Cawdor’s main character Vivian Miller. Vivian’s companion, Roddy, is played by ‘ZNation’ actor Michael Walsh. Play director, Lawrence O’Neil, is played by Cary Elwes (Saw). Alexandria De Berry (Mission Air), Jordan Burgess (Lucky), Scott T. Whitesell (Tears For My City) and Nancy Lynette Parker (Restitution) also have roles in ‘Cawdor.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 15, 2015
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Movie Review: Home Sweet Hell (2015)

‘Home Sweet Hell’, directed by Anthony Burns and written by Carlo Allen and Ted Elrich, has a star studded cast that includes ‘The Conjuring’ actor Patrick Wilson, Kathrine Heigl (‘Grey’s Anatomy’), Furious Seven’ actress Jordana Brewster, Kevin McKidd (‘Hannibal Rising’), Chi McBride (‘Hawaii Five-O) and ‘According To Jim’ actor Jim Belushi. On the outside it appears that Don Champagne (Wilson) has the perfect life, a beautiful wife, a successful business, a beautiful home and two wonderful kids, but the truth is his wife Mona (Heigl) is obsessed with perfection. Don begins an affair with Dusty (Brewster), the new saleswoman at his furniture store. Dusty is beautiful and Don feels alive for the first time in a long time. He has no idea that he’s being played. When Dusty tells Don she’s pregnant with his baby, he comes up with the idea to pay her off, but that’s exactly what she wants. Dusty and her real boyfriend have pulled this scheme

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 14, 2015
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Even Witchcraft Can’t Save ‘The Craft’ From Being Remade

When I started going through all the news about horror this morning I was shocked, saddened and infuriated to see that ‘The Craft’ has now been added to the very long list of movies set to get remade over the next two years. That’s right, Sony has ordered the remake of ‘The Craft’. (*Facepalm) Leigh Janiak, the writer of 2014’s ‘Honeymoon’, has been tasked with writing the script for the new version of the teenage witch thriller, along with Phil Graziadei who also co-wrote ‘Honeymoon’. The director and cast have yet to be announced for the project. The remake is still in the early phases of preproduction and does not have a release date at this time. I remember the first time I saw the 1996 teenage witch movie ‘The Craft’. The movie was fantastic, it put a spell on me. I must have watched that VHS a hundred time before my VCR ate it. To this day ‘The Craft’

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 14, 2015
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Kevin Durand Stars In ‘Dark Was The Night’

Kevin Durand has been busy lately, between his role on ‘The Strain’, guest role on ‘Vikings’ and several films including his role in the film ‘Dark Was The Night’. Durand is joined by Lukas Haas ( Inception ), Bianca Kajich ( 30 Minutes or Less), Sabina Gadecki (Outlaw Prophet), Heath Freeman (Home Sweet Hell ), Nick Damici and Steve Agee (Stake Land) as cast members for ‘Dark Was The Night’. This horror-thriller was written by Tyler Hisel and directed by Jack Heller, who served as producer for the horror-comedy ‘Bad Milo’, 2011’s ‘Enter Nowhere’ and the upcoming horror film ‘Some Kind of Hate’. Durand plays the role of Sheriff, who along with his Deputy (Haas), must find away to protect his small town, along with his son and himself, from an ancient evil that is hunting down and killing not only the town’s livestock but also the residents of the secluded town. There is no concrete release date, but it

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 14, 2015
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Movie Review: ‘What We Do In The Shadows’ (2014)

The mockumentary ‘What We Do In the Shadows’ follows a group of vampire flat mates through their night to night lives, their partying, hunting, the drama, issues with a werewolf pack, zombies and dating. Jemaine Clement plays the role of Vladislav, the Romeo of the bunch. Ben Fransham’s character Petyr is the oldest of the group, he’s the hungry silent type. The hot-headed vampire, Deacon, is played by Jonathan Brough. Viago, the vampire that serves as the glue that keeps the group together, as well as making sure everything is taken care of, is played by (writer/director) Taika Waititi. The wild card and new vampire, Nick (Jonathan Brough) seems to be the source of most of the groups troubles. Let’s not forget Stu, the only still living human of the bunch, played by Stuart Rutherford. The writing/directing team of Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi have created a hilarious horror-comedy, with the makings of a cult classic. ‘What We Do In

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 13, 2015
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Guillermo del Toro’s Haunted Tale ‘Crimson Peak’

Guillermo del Toro’s newest film,”Crimson Peak” is a dark, Gothic horror that focuses on the story of a of an aspiring writer who is torn between her love for an old friend and the appeal of a mysterious stranger. While struggling to cope with her past, she is married and swept away to a decaying old manor that has a life of it’s own. The halls of the sprawling manor are filled with spirits that have set their sites on her. “Crimson Peak” has a truly incredible cast. Charlie Hunnam, the star of “Sons Of Anarchy”, plays the role of the handsome Dr. Alan McMichael. Fiery red head Jessica Chastain (MAMA) will fill the role of Lady Lucille Sharpe. The man of the house and the brother of Lady Lucille, Sir Thomas Sharpe, is played by ‘The Avengers’ star Tom Hiddleston. Lady Sharpe’s mysterious brother Sir Thomas Sharpe, is soon to be married to the lovely and delicate Edith Cuching

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 13, 2015
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‘The Frankenstein Code’ Is Coming To FOX

What would you do if you were given a second chance at life? That is the premise behind FOX’s new series ‘The Frankenstein Code’. Jimmy Pritchard, a seventy-five year old man, is not the best guy. He’s a fired ex-cop, a womanizer, an alcoholic, work obsessed jerk and a poor excuse for a husband, father. Jimmy’s life is about to come to an end when he accidentally walks in on a robbery at his kid’s house. Jimmy isn’t down long when Dr. Marry Goodwin (Mary Goodwin) and her twin brother Dr. Otto Goodwin (Adhir Kalyan) resurrect him. Jimmy is brought back to life in a new, younger body, with borderline super-human powers. He now has a shot at living a better life, but what will he do with it? Older Jimmy is played by ‘Modern Family’ actor Phillip Baker Hall, his younger form was played by Rob Kazinsky of ‘True Blood’. White Collar’s Tim DeKay, Ciara Bravo (Jinxed), Tiffany Lang

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 13, 2015
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The Award Winning Indie Horror Film ‘Berkshire County’

Audrey Cummings’ ‘Berkshire County’ has been picking up awards at Horror Film Festivals left and right, including at Shriekfest. Where it won Best Feature’Cummings is the first woman to win Shriekfest’s Best Feature Award. Director, Producer Audrey Cummings ‘Berkshire County’ follows the story of Kylie (Alysa King), a girl who is manipulated into having sex at a party by one of the popular kids as part of prank. The video is put on social media and spreads like wild fire. While trying to avoid going out in public, she agrees to babysit two kids in their secluded castle like home on Halloween. Now a group of teens have found her and begin prank calling her phone as well as a boy lurking outside, wearing a pig mask. The kids are not only mean, they’re killers. Kylie must find the strength to stand for herself and protect the kids she’s babysitting. ‘Berkshire County’ will be released in select Canadian theaters on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 12, 2015
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A Look At The New Series ‘Lucifer’ Coming To FOX

Over the past year news of TV adaptions of comic books and comic book characters has come frequently. Now DC’s character Lucifer from ‘The Sandman’ comics and it’s spin-off comic titled ‘Lucifer’, is joining the list of adaptions that includes ‘Constantine’, ‘Arrow’, ‘Preacher’, Robert Kirkman’s ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘Outcast’. The character ‘Lucifer’ was created by Neil Gaiman, Mike Dringenberg and Sam Keith, which premiered in ‘The Sandman’ in 1989. The comic follows ‘Lucifer’ as he abandons his throne for the “shinning insanity” of LA. There he befriends a pop star, who is murdered in a drive by, in front of Lux, the night club that he owns. The murder stirs something in him and he vows to punish the people responsible. The detective assigned to the case, Chloe Dancer (Lauren German), is intrigued by Lucifer (Tom Ellis) and his ability to get the truth out of people. Together they set out to solve the case. ‘Lucifer’ is scripted by

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 12, 2015

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Movie Review: 7500 (2014)

I have been waiting to see ‘7500’ for a long time. It was supposed to be released back in 2012, but just recently landed in select theaters. ‘7500’, directed by Takashi Shimizu, the man behind ‘The Grudge’ franchise, was written by Craig Rosenberg (The Uninvited). This supernatural film has a great cast that includes ‘True Blood’ actor Ryan Kwanten, Amy Smart (Mirrors), Leslie Bibb (Iron Man 1 and 2), Jamie Chung (Sucker Punch), Scout Taylor-Compton (Halloween 1 and 2 (remakes), Alex Frost (The Lost), Johnathon Schaech ( Quarantine), Jerry Ferrar (Entourage) and Christian Serratos of ‘The Walking Dead”. Imagine being 30,000 feet in the air when an unseen entity begins to inflict terror on a plane full passengers, that’s exactly what happens on flight ‘7500’ out of L.A. bound for Tokyo. When a mysterious man suddenly dies mid flight it’s only the first event of a horrible flight. The flight attendants relocate the first class passengers down to Economy Class

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

Cary Elwes Stars In The Paranormal Thriller ‘Cawdor’

Vivian Miller, serving out her prison term in a work release program, arrives at a run down Cawdor Barn Theater, run by failed Broadway director Lawrence O’Neil (Cary Elwes). Her arrival sets off a terrible chain of events that brings Lawrence’s buried secret to the surface. Vivian unknowingly releases a vengeful spirit when she watches an old VHS tape of one of Lawrence’s productions of MacBeth. Now Vivian, with the help of a a fellow parolee named Roddy, she must solve the mystery of the spirit, before it’s to late. This paranormal thriller was written and directed by Phil Wurtzel. ‘The Social Network’ actress Shelby Young plays the role of ‘Cawdor’s main character Vivian Miller. Vivian’s companion, Roddy, is played by ‘ZNation’ actor Michael Walsh. Play director, Lawrence O’Neil, is played by Cary Elwes (Saw). Alexandria De Berry (Mission Air), Jordan Burgess (Lucky), Scott T. Whitesell (Tears For My City) and Nancy Lynette Parker (Restitution) also have roles in ‘Cawdor.

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

Movie Review: Home Sweet Hell (2015)

‘Home Sweet Hell’, directed by Anthony Burns and written by Carlo Allen and Ted Elrich, has a star studded cast that includes ‘The Conjuring’ actor Patrick Wilson, Kathrine Heigl (‘Grey’s Anatomy’), Furious Seven’ actress Jordana Brewster, Kevin McKidd (‘Hannibal Rising’), Chi McBride (‘Hawaii Five-O) and ‘According To Jim’ actor Jim Belushi. On the outside it appears that Don Champagne (Wilson) has the perfect life, a beautiful wife, a successful business, a beautiful home and two wonderful kids, but the truth is his wife Mona (Heigl) is obsessed with perfection. Don begins an affair with Dusty (Brewster), the new saleswoman at his furniture store. Dusty is beautiful and Don feels alive for the first time in a long time. He has no idea that he’s being played. When Dusty tells Don she’s pregnant with his baby, he comes up with the idea to pay her off, but that’s exactly what she wants. Dusty and her real boyfriend have pulled this scheme

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 14, 2015
Horror Fuel

Even Witchcraft Can’t Save ‘The Craft’ From Being Remade

When I started going through all the news about horror this morning I was shocked, saddened and infuriated to see that ‘The Craft’ has now been added to the very long list of movies set to get remade over the next two years. That’s right, Sony has ordered the remake of ‘The Craft’. (*Facepalm) Leigh Janiak, the writer of 2014’s ‘Honeymoon’, has been tasked with writing the script for the new version of the teenage witch thriller, along with Phil Graziadei who also co-wrote ‘Honeymoon’. The director and cast have yet to be announced for the project. The remake is still in the early phases of preproduction and does not have a release date at this time. I remember the first time I saw the 1996 teenage witch movie ‘The Craft’. The movie was fantastic, it put a spell on me. I must have watched that VHS a hundred time before my VCR ate it. To this day ‘The Craft’

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 14, 2015
Horror Fuel

Kevin Durand Stars In ‘Dark Was The Night’

Kevin Durand has been busy lately, between his role on ‘The Strain’, guest role on ‘Vikings’ and several films including his role in the film ‘Dark Was The Night’. Durand is joined by Lukas Haas ( Inception ), Bianca Kajich ( 30 Minutes or Less), Sabina Gadecki (Outlaw Prophet), Heath Freeman (Home Sweet Hell ), Nick Damici and Steve Agee (Stake Land) as cast members for ‘Dark Was The Night’. This horror-thriller was written by Tyler Hisel and directed by Jack Heller, who served as producer for the horror-comedy ‘Bad Milo’, 2011’s ‘Enter Nowhere’ and the upcoming horror film ‘Some Kind of Hate’. Durand plays the role of Sheriff, who along with his Deputy (Haas), must find away to protect his small town, along with his son and himself, from an ancient evil that is hunting down and killing not only the town’s livestock but also the residents of the secluded town. There is no concrete release date, but it

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 14, 2015
Horror Fuel

Movie Review: ‘What We Do In The Shadows’ (2014)

The mockumentary ‘What We Do In the Shadows’ follows a group of vampire flat mates through their night to night lives, their partying, hunting, the drama, issues with a werewolf pack, zombies and dating. Jemaine Clement plays the role of Vladislav, the Romeo of the bunch. Ben Fransham’s character Petyr is the oldest of the group, he’s the hungry silent type. The hot-headed vampire, Deacon, is played by Jonathan Brough. Viago, the vampire that serves as the glue that keeps the group together, as well as making sure everything is taken care of, is played by (writer/director) Taika Waititi. The wild card and new vampire, Nick (Jonathan Brough) seems to be the source of most of the groups troubles. Let’s not forget Stu, the only still living human of the bunch, played by Stuart Rutherford. The writing/directing team of Jemaine Clement and Taika Waititi have created a hilarious horror-comedy, with the makings of a cult classic. ‘What We Do In

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

Guillermo del Toro’s Haunted Tale ‘Crimson Peak’

Guillermo del Toro’s newest film,”Crimson Peak” is a dark, Gothic horror that focuses on the story of a of an aspiring writer who is torn between her love for an old friend and the appeal of a mysterious stranger. While struggling to cope with her past, she is married and swept away to a decaying old manor that has a life of it’s own. The halls of the sprawling manor are filled with spirits that have set their sites on her. “Crimson Peak” has a truly incredible cast. Charlie Hunnam, the star of “Sons Of Anarchy”, plays the role of the handsome Dr. Alan McMichael. Fiery red head Jessica Chastain (MAMA) will fill the role of Lady Lucille Sharpe. The man of the house and the brother of Lady Lucille, Sir Thomas Sharpe, is played by ‘The Avengers’ star Tom Hiddleston. Lady Sharpe’s mysterious brother Sir Thomas Sharpe, is soon to be married to the lovely and delicate Edith Cuching

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

‘The Frankenstein Code’ Is Coming To FOX

What would you do if you were given a second chance at life? That is the premise behind FOX’s new series ‘The Frankenstein Code’. Jimmy Pritchard, a seventy-five year old man, is not the best guy. He’s a fired ex-cop, a womanizer, an alcoholic, work obsessed jerk and a poor excuse for a husband, father. Jimmy’s life is about to come to an end when he accidentally walks in on a robbery at his kid’s house. Jimmy isn’t down long when Dr. Marry Goodwin (Mary Goodwin) and her twin brother Dr. Otto Goodwin (Adhir Kalyan) resurrect him. Jimmy is brought back to life in a new, younger body, with borderline super-human powers. He now has a shot at living a better life, but what will he do with it? Older Jimmy is played by ‘Modern Family’ actor Phillip Baker Hall, his younger form was played by Rob Kazinsky of ‘True Blood’. White Collar’s Tim DeKay, Ciara Bravo (Jinxed), Tiffany Lang

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

The Award Winning Indie Horror Film ‘Berkshire County’

Audrey Cummings’ ‘Berkshire County’ has been picking up awards at Horror Film Festivals left and right, including at Shriekfest. Where it won Best Feature’Cummings is the first woman to win Shriekfest’s Best Feature Award. Director, Producer Audrey Cummings ‘Berkshire County’ follows the story of Kylie (Alysa King), a girl who is manipulated into having sex at a party by one of the popular kids as part of prank. The video is put on social media and spreads like wild fire. While trying to avoid going out in public, she agrees to babysit two kids in their secluded castle like home on Halloween. Now a group of teens have found her and begin prank calling her phone as well as a boy lurking outside, wearing a pig mask. The kids are not only mean, they’re killers. Kylie must find the strength to stand for herself and protect the kids she’s babysitting. ‘Berkshire County’ will be released in select Canadian theaters on

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 12, 2015
Horror Fuel

A Look At The New Series ‘Lucifer’ Coming To FOX

Over the past year news of TV adaptions of comic books and comic book characters has come frequently. Now DC’s character Lucifer from ‘The Sandman’ comics and it’s spin-off comic titled ‘Lucifer’, is joining the list of adaptions that includes ‘Constantine’, ‘Arrow’, ‘Preacher’, Robert Kirkman’s ‘The Walking Dead’ and ‘Outcast’. The character ‘Lucifer’ was created by Neil Gaiman, Mike Dringenberg and Sam Keith, which premiered in ‘The Sandman’ in 1989. The comic follows ‘Lucifer’ as he abandons his throne for the “shinning insanity” of LA. There he befriends a pop star, who is murdered in a drive by, in front of Lux, the night club that he owns. The murder stirs something in him and he vows to punish the people responsible. The detective assigned to the case, Chloe Dancer (Lauren German), is intrigued by Lucifer (Tom Ellis) and his ability to get the truth out of people. Together they set out to solve the case. ‘Lucifer’ is scripted by

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 12, 2015
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