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‘Krampus’ Up Your Christmas With New Ornaments

I am really excited to watch Michael Dougherty’s ‘Krampus’ next month as Christmas looms closer. But you can celebrate now with new ‘Krampus’ Christmas tree ornaments! These perfect additions to any horror Christmas home are created by WETA Worskshop and include a tree topper an Christmas balls that hang in all their horrific glory from your tree! They come in two sets and include everything from the terrifying teddy bear, gingerbread man, clown and the main man himself, Krapmus. So go to the WETA Workshop website, Krampus up your Christmas and have a Scary new year!

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Capt McNeely
Nov 20, 2017
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Plot For ‘Godzilla: King Of Monsters’ Reveals The Big Lizard Is Not Coming Alone

Filming kicked off today on Godzilla: King of Monsters the sequel to 2014’s Godzilla. Trick r’ Treat’s Michael Dougherty is in the director’s chair for what is the third installment of Legendary’s Monsterverse. Today, the full plot has been revealed, confirming what was teased following the credits in Kong: Skull Island. King of Monsters “follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species thought to be mere myths rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance.” That’s right, not only do we get Godzilla, we get Mothra, Rodan and King Ghidorah! Co-written by Dougherty and Zach Shields, the film stars Zhang Ziyi, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, Kyle Chandler, Bradley Whitford, Ken Watanabe, Thomas Middleditch, Charles Dance, O’Shea Jackson Jr. and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 19, 2017
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‘Get Out’ Actor To Face ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’

Godzilla is coming and so are the casting announcements for Trick ‘r Treat director Michael Dougherty’s Godzilla: King of Monsters, the sequel to 2014’s reboot. Get Out’s Bradley Whitford has now joined the cast that already includes Vera Farmiga, Kyle Chandler, and Stranger Things’ Millie Bobby Brown. In the film Whitford will play the role of Dr. Stanton. Ken Watanabe, Aisha Hinds, Kyle Chandler, Charles Dance, Sally Hawkins, Randy Havens, Thomas Middleditch, and O’Shea Jackson Jr. will co-star in the film written by Dougherty and Zach Shields. A few hints have been given about the film, including that Godzilla will be getting a new design and may be joined by Mothra, Rodan and Ghidroah. Godzilla: King of Monsters will arrive in theaters on March 22, 2019 followed by Godzilla vs. Kong on May 22, 2020 also directed by Adam Wingard.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 6, 2017
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The Conjuring 2’s Vera Farmiga Joins Godzilla: King Of Monsters

‘Godzilla: King of Monsters‘ will soon begin filming in Atlanta, Georgia under the direction of Michael Dougherty. ‘Stranger Things’ Millie Bobby Brown was the first cast member to be announced, followed by Kyle Chandler who will play the father of Brown’s character and scientist. Today, THR reported that Vera Farmiga has signed on to co-star. Farmiga, most recognized for her role as Lorraine Warren in ‘The Conjuring‘ franchise, recently co-stared as Norma Bates in the hit television series ‘Bates Motel’ which is currently airing its final season. Back in 2015 Legendary and Warner Bros announced a partnership in which Legendary would develop the films with Warner Bros. distributing. The first film born of the partnership was ‘Kong: Skull Island‘ which opens in theaters nationwide on March 10, 2017. The reason for the arrangement, Legendary plans a new “ecosystem’ of giant monsters, old and new. ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’ is set to start filming in Atlanta, Georgia on June 19, 2017

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 27, 2017
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Godzilla: King Of Monsters Begins Filming Soon

Back in January we reported that ‘Stranger Things’ star Millie Bobby Brown had signed on to star in the Michael Dougherty directed flick ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’. Today, we have a little more information for you. Back in 2015 Legendary and Warner Bros announced a partnership in which Legendary would develop the films with Warner Bros. distributing. The first film born of the partnership was ‘Kong: Skull Island‘ which opens in theaters nationwide on March 10, 2017. The reason for the arrangement, Legendary plans a new “ecosystem’ of giant monsters, old and new. ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’ is set to start filming in Atlanta, Georgia on June 19, 2017 and is scheduled to open in theaters nationwide on March 22, 2019. It will be followed by ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ in theaters on May 29, 2020. Dougherty has a history of making great films, the genre favorite ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ is just one example. I look forward to seeing what he

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 16, 2017
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Stranger Thing’s Millie Brown Joins Godzilla: King Of The Monsters

Photo Credit: ABC News Last week reported that Michael Dougherty (Trick r’ Treat, Krampus) will be directing ‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters‘, which he co-wrote with Zach Shields. Today, we have casting news. Legendary has announced that ‘Stranger Things’ actress Millie Bobby Brown has signed on to star in the sequel to to 2014’s ‘Godzilla’ film. Brown, a very talented young actress, has been nominated for both a People’s Choice Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award for her role as “Eleven” in the hit Netflix series that is now gearing up for its second season. The plot for the sequel has not been revealed, but we do know that it is part of Legendary and Warner Bros. new monster universe that includes ‘Kong: Skull Island‘, arriving in theaters March 10th. ‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters’ is set to arrive in theaters on March 22, 2019, followed by ‘Godzilla vs King Kong’, to be released on May 29, 2020.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 28, 2017
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Michael Dougherty To Deliver Godzilla 2

After months of running the writer’s room for Legendary’s ‘Godzilla’ franchise, Michael Dougherty has signed to not only write the upcoming sequel with his ‘Krampus‘ co-writer Zach Shields, he’ll be directing as well, Variety reports. Back in 2015 Legendary and Warner Bros announced a partnership in which Legendary would develop the films with Warner Bros. distributing. The first film born of the partnership was ‘Kong: Skull Island‘ which opens in theaters nationwide on March 10, 2017. The reason for the arrangement, Legendary plans a new “ecosystem’ of giant monsters, old and new. Dougherty has a history of making great films, the genre favorite ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ is just one example. I look forward to seeing what he does with ‘Godzilla 2’, set for release on March 22, 2019. It will be followed by ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ on May 29, 2020.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 23, 2017
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Michael Dougherty Turns His Attention To Completing The Script For Trick ‘r Treat 2

Michael Dougherty’s latest film, Krampus, opened this weekend in theaters. Dougherty can now turn his attention back to completing his script for the sequel to his 2007 Halloween-themed anthology hit Trick ‘r Treat. Dougherty had already begun working on the sequel before he took time off from the script to work on Krampus. News broke that he had plans for the film two years ago, but after a long period of silence fans began questioning if Trick ‘r Treat 2 would ever make it to theaters. Dougherty recently stated that the film already has an outline and that he has every intention of seeing the film completed, which is great news for fans. There is no release date set, but we hope to see Sam sooner, rather than later. Dougherty had this to say about the sequel: “I’m just really against filling in too much information about your horror icons. I always find that they get less scary the more

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 5, 2015
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You Better Watch Out, Krampus Is Coming To Town This Weekend!

Legendary Pictures in-conjunction with Universal will be unleashing Michael Dougherty’s holiday-horror-film, Krampus, in theaters this weekend. The film follows Max, played by Emjay Anthony (Insurgent), a young man who has turned his back on Christmas. During the holiday, as his family’s dysfunction reaches an all time high, Krampus, an ancient deity who punishes bad children on Christmas, is unleashed. The bickering family must find a way to work to together if they want to survive. Krampus stars ‘Parks and Recreation’ actor Adam Scott, Toni Collette (Hostages), Allison Tolman (Fargo), David Koechner (Anchorman), Conchata Ferrell (Mr. Deeds) and Stefania Owen of ‘The Lovely Bones’. ‘Krampus’ was written by Todd Casey and Michael Dougherty, who also directed the film. I hope you’ve been good boys and girls! If not, Krampus may come for you.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 2, 2015
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‘Trick ‘r Treat’ Director Gives An Update About The Sequel

2007’s horror film ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ became an instant Halloween classic, recently spawning a graphic novel and soon, a sequel. Now that writer/director Michael Dougherty’s Christmas film, ‘Krampus’ , is done he can turn his attention back to the ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ sequel. Dougherty spoke with Cinema Blend earlier this week about what we can expect from the sequel to the anthology filmy and what we will not see. “I’m just really against filling in too much information about your horror icons. I always find that they get less scary the more you know about them. [We won’t be] diving too deep into Sam’s origins. They will always remain shrouded in mystery.” Dougherty continued “I feel like the first film really just scratched the surface in terms of exploring what really goes on in the shadows of Halloween. For me the first film is really just introducing audiences to the notion that, yes strange creepy magical things do happen on

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2015

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‘Krampus’ Up Your Christmas With New Ornaments

I am really excited to watch Michael Dougherty’s ‘Krampus’ next month as Christmas looms closer. But you can celebrate now with new ‘Krampus’ Christmas tree ornaments! These perfect additions to any horror Christmas home are created by WETA Worskshop and include a tree topper an Christmas balls that hang in all their horrific glory from your tree! They come in two sets and include everything from the terrifying teddy bear, gingerbread man, clown and the main man himself, Krapmus. So go to the WETA Workshop website, Krampus up your Christmas and have a Scary new year!

Continue reading →
Capt McNeely
Nov 20, 2017
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Plot For ‘Godzilla: King Of Monsters’ Reveals The Big Lizard Is Not Coming Alone

Filming kicked off today on Godzilla: King of Monsters the sequel to 2014’s Godzilla. Trick r’ Treat’s Michael Dougherty is in the director’s chair for what is the third installment of Legendary’s Monsterverse. Today, the full plot has been revealed, confirming what was teased following the credits in Kong: Skull Island. King of Monsters “follows the heroic efforts of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch as its members face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species thought to be mere myths rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity’s very existence hanging in the balance.” That’s right, not only do we get Godzilla, we get Mothra, Rodan and King Ghidorah! Co-written by Dougherty and Zach Shields, the film stars Zhang Ziyi, Vera Farmiga, Millie Bobby Brown, Kyle Chandler, Bradley Whitford, Ken Watanabe, Thomas Middleditch, Charles Dance, O’Shea Jackson Jr. and

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 19, 2017
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‘Get Out’ Actor To Face ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’

Godzilla is coming and so are the casting announcements for Trick ‘r Treat director Michael Dougherty’s Godzilla: King of Monsters, the sequel to 2014’s reboot. Get Out’s Bradley Whitford has now joined the cast that already includes Vera Farmiga, Kyle Chandler, and Stranger Things’ Millie Bobby Brown. In the film Whitford will play the role of Dr. Stanton. Ken Watanabe, Aisha Hinds, Kyle Chandler, Charles Dance, Sally Hawkins, Randy Havens, Thomas Middleditch, and O’Shea Jackson Jr. will co-star in the film written by Dougherty and Zach Shields. A few hints have been given about the film, including that Godzilla will be getting a new design and may be joined by Mothra, Rodan and Ghidroah. Godzilla: King of Monsters will arrive in theaters on March 22, 2019 followed by Godzilla vs. Kong on May 22, 2020 also directed by Adam Wingard.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jun 6, 2017
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The Conjuring 2’s Vera Farmiga Joins Godzilla: King Of Monsters

‘Godzilla: King of Monsters‘ will soon begin filming in Atlanta, Georgia under the direction of Michael Dougherty. ‘Stranger Things’ Millie Bobby Brown was the first cast member to be announced, followed by Kyle Chandler who will play the father of Brown’s character and scientist. Today, THR reported that Vera Farmiga has signed on to co-star. Farmiga, most recognized for her role as Lorraine Warren in ‘The Conjuring‘ franchise, recently co-stared as Norma Bates in the hit television series ‘Bates Motel’ which is currently airing its final season. Back in 2015 Legendary and Warner Bros announced a partnership in which Legendary would develop the films with Warner Bros. distributing. The first film born of the partnership was ‘Kong: Skull Island‘ which opens in theaters nationwide on March 10, 2017. The reason for the arrangement, Legendary plans a new “ecosystem’ of giant monsters, old and new. ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’ is set to start filming in Atlanta, Georgia on June 19, 2017

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 27, 2017
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Godzilla: King Of Monsters Begins Filming Soon

Back in January we reported that ‘Stranger Things’ star Millie Bobby Brown had signed on to star in the Michael Dougherty directed flick ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’. Today, we have a little more information for you. Back in 2015 Legendary and Warner Bros announced a partnership in which Legendary would develop the films with Warner Bros. distributing. The first film born of the partnership was ‘Kong: Skull Island‘ which opens in theaters nationwide on March 10, 2017. The reason for the arrangement, Legendary plans a new “ecosystem’ of giant monsters, old and new. ‘Godzilla: King of Monsters’ is set to start filming in Atlanta, Georgia on June 19, 2017 and is scheduled to open in theaters nationwide on March 22, 2019. It will be followed by ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ in theaters on May 29, 2020. Dougherty has a history of making great films, the genre favorite ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ is just one example. I look forward to seeing what he

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Feb 16, 2017
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Stranger Thing’s Millie Brown Joins Godzilla: King Of The Monsters

Photo Credit: ABC News Last week reported that Michael Dougherty (Trick r’ Treat, Krampus) will be directing ‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters‘, which he co-wrote with Zach Shields. Today, we have casting news. Legendary has announced that ‘Stranger Things’ actress Millie Bobby Brown has signed on to star in the sequel to to 2014’s ‘Godzilla’ film. Brown, a very talented young actress, has been nominated for both a People’s Choice Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award for her role as “Eleven” in the hit Netflix series that is now gearing up for its second season. The plot for the sequel has not been revealed, but we do know that it is part of Legendary and Warner Bros. new monster universe that includes ‘Kong: Skull Island‘, arriving in theaters March 10th. ‘Godzilla: King of the Monsters’ is set to arrive in theaters on March 22, 2019, followed by ‘Godzilla vs King Kong’, to be released on May 29, 2020.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 28, 2017
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Michael Dougherty To Deliver Godzilla 2

After months of running the writer’s room for Legendary’s ‘Godzilla’ franchise, Michael Dougherty has signed to not only write the upcoming sequel with his ‘Krampus‘ co-writer Zach Shields, he’ll be directing as well, Variety reports. Back in 2015 Legendary and Warner Bros announced a partnership in which Legendary would develop the films with Warner Bros. distributing. The first film born of the partnership was ‘Kong: Skull Island‘ which opens in theaters nationwide on March 10, 2017. The reason for the arrangement, Legendary plans a new “ecosystem’ of giant monsters, old and new. Dougherty has a history of making great films, the genre favorite ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ is just one example. I look forward to seeing what he does with ‘Godzilla 2’, set for release on March 22, 2019. It will be followed by ‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ on May 29, 2020.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jan 23, 2017
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Michael Dougherty Turns His Attention To Completing The Script For Trick ‘r Treat 2

Michael Dougherty’s latest film, Krampus, opened this weekend in theaters. Dougherty can now turn his attention back to completing his script for the sequel to his 2007 Halloween-themed anthology hit Trick ‘r Treat. Dougherty had already begun working on the sequel before he took time off from the script to work on Krampus. News broke that he had plans for the film two years ago, but after a long period of silence fans began questioning if Trick ‘r Treat 2 would ever make it to theaters. Dougherty recently stated that the film already has an outline and that he has every intention of seeing the film completed, which is great news for fans. There is no release date set, but we hope to see Sam sooner, rather than later. Dougherty had this to say about the sequel: “I’m just really against filling in too much information about your horror icons. I always find that they get less scary the more

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 5, 2015
Horror Fuel

You Better Watch Out, Krampus Is Coming To Town This Weekend!

Legendary Pictures in-conjunction with Universal will be unleashing Michael Dougherty’s holiday-horror-film, Krampus, in theaters this weekend. The film follows Max, played by Emjay Anthony (Insurgent), a young man who has turned his back on Christmas. During the holiday, as his family’s dysfunction reaches an all time high, Krampus, an ancient deity who punishes bad children on Christmas, is unleashed. The bickering family must find a way to work to together if they want to survive. Krampus stars ‘Parks and Recreation’ actor Adam Scott, Toni Collette (Hostages), Allison Tolman (Fargo), David Koechner (Anchorman), Conchata Ferrell (Mr. Deeds) and Stefania Owen of ‘The Lovely Bones’. ‘Krampus’ was written by Todd Casey and Michael Dougherty, who also directed the film. I hope you’ve been good boys and girls! If not, Krampus may come for you.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Dec 2, 2015
Horror Fuel

‘Trick ‘r Treat’ Director Gives An Update About The Sequel

2007’s horror film ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ became an instant Halloween classic, recently spawning a graphic novel and soon, a sequel. Now that writer/director Michael Dougherty’s Christmas film, ‘Krampus’ , is done he can turn his attention back to the ‘Trick ‘r Treat’ sequel. Dougherty spoke with Cinema Blend earlier this week about what we can expect from the sequel to the anthology filmy and what we will not see. “I’m just really against filling in too much information about your horror icons. I always find that they get less scary the more you know about them. [We won’t be] diving too deep into Sam’s origins. They will always remain shrouded in mystery.” Dougherty continued “I feel like the first film really just scratched the surface in terms of exploring what really goes on in the shadows of Halloween. For me the first film is really just introducing audiences to the notion that, yes strange creepy magical things do happen on

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Nov 9, 2015
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