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10 Horror Movies That Went Too Far Leaving Actors Wounded Or Dead

Most horror films are filled with special effects, but sometimes things go too far and actors themselves get injured during filming, in an attempt to go above and beyond to make sure that their character feels authentic. Here are a few times that things went too far. Check out the list and watch the scenes where they were injured or killed. Suspiria (2018) Dakota Johnson went through agony while filming the 2o18 remake of Suspiria. Filming messed up the actress so bad that she told EW that she ended up in therapy. Filing conditions were absolutely brutal. Much of the film was shot in an abandoned hotel on top of a mountain where it was so cold the cast and crew were left freezing constantly. The physical strain from the dancing scene after the scene left the cast exhausted and in pain much of the time. The Shining During a conversation with film critic Robert Ebert, Shelly Duvall was asked

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 27, 2020
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Warner Bros. Launches “Horror Icons” The Ultimate Home For Horror Merch And More!

Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) is giving genre fans a real treat this Halloween season, they have announced Horror Icons, a new product collection, and collaborations based on WarnerMedia’s portfolio of the most iconic horror franchises of all time. From Freddy and Jason to Pennywise and Annabelle, new products will release throughout October 2020, just in time for Halloween. They will celebrate the moments and monstrous personalities that have defined the genre and made Warner Bros. the home of the horror icons across the world. With classics like Friday the 13th, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and The Exorcist, and new terrifying films like IT and The Conjuring Universe, WarnerMedia is home to some of the most recognized and highest-grossing horror franchises that have set the standard for the genre. Collaborating with top licensees such as Hot Topic, Mattel, Brain Dead, The Hundreds, and Spencer’s, WBCP Horror Icons will deliver collectibles, fashions, accessories, and home décor designed for a 17+

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 11, 2020
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Documentary ‘Leap of Faith: William Friedkin On the Exorcist’ Coming To Shudder

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premiere streaming service for horror, thriller, and the supernatural has announced the acquisition of Leap of Faith: William Friedkin On the Exorcist from award-winning documentarian Alexandre O. Philippe, which is set to be released exclusively on the streaming platform this November in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. The film, which had its world premiere at the 2019 Venice International Film Festival and was an official selection of the 2020 Sundance Film Festival, will also stream this weekend as part of the Nightstream Film Festival. “A lyrical and spiritual cinematic essay on the legendary horror film The Exorcist, Leap of Faith explores the uncharted depths of William Friedkin’s mind’s eye, the nuances of his filmmaking process, and the mysteries of faith and fate that have shaped his life and filmography. The documentary marks the sixth feature doc from Philippe and continues his thoughtful analysis of iconic genre films, including the previously released documentaries

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2020
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Say A Prayer, It Appears That ‘The Exorcist’ Is Being Rebooted

Break out the holy water and call a priest, Morgan Creek is about to commit blasphemy. They are reportedly rebooting the most iconic horror film in history, 1973’s The Exorcist. The news that was hidden in a recent Deadline article. The single sentence has sent heads spinning throughout the genre. Current Morgan Creek Projects include Stay Tuned at AMC, with a theatrical reboot of The Exorcist in the works for 2021.” The strange part about all this, besides that anyone is attempting to reboot it, is that Morgan Creek swore on Twitter back on September 28, 2015, that, “For the record, we will never attempt to remake THE EXORCIST.” It seems they’ve decided to follow the sad trend of rebooting/remaking anything that could make a dime. There is one thing, the term “reboot” being used which implies that the story will differ from the original, but who knows. The film is not currently featured on their “in development” list. There’s

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 19, 2020
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“The Exorcist” Star In Talks To Join ‘Callback’

HorrorScreams VideoVault and FoxTrot Productions have announced that a very well known face from the classic horror The Exorcist (1973) is in talks to join the cast of Callback. Callback is a female-driven horror so Eileen Dietz (The Exorcist, The Assent) would be a welcome addition to the cast, which already includes Jennifer Nangle (Malvolia: The Queen Of Screams, The Last Roommate) as Sonia and Jackie Falcon (Lethal Admirer, Lockdown) as Jessica. The involvement of Eileen Dietz is however dependent on the success of the Indiegogo campaign which is currently live. In order to guarantee Eileen’s casting in Callback, they will now need to reach the 2nd STRETCH GOAL which is set at $32,000. They are now calling for horror fans to help spread the word by sharing the Indiegogo campaign link and where possible making a donation to get some amazing perks which range from a signed Blu Ray or DVD to a producer credit on the film. For

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 25, 2020
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Movie Reviews (Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival): Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist is a Must-See Documentary

Although in the documentary Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on the Exorcist Friedkin is the only on-camera subject interviewed, the film is riveting stuff throughout its 104-minute running time. The director gives a master class on filmmaking while providing a behind-the-scenes account of what is inarguably one of the greatest horror films ever made. Director Alexandre O. Philippe (who helmed the incredible and highly recommended 78/52: Hitchcock’s Shower Scene) conducts a sit-down interview with Friedkin, who plainly and boldly speaks about the singular mindset he had for The Exorcist, from marking up a hardback copy of William Peter Blatty’s source novel so he could convey exactly what he wanted for the film, through the arduous process of getting the film rolling on production, to anecdotes about how he got the actors to give the terrific performances they did in certain scenes, to the film’s enduring legacy. It’s interesting to also hear who and what didn’t appear in the film, including

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Joseph Perry
Jul 14, 2020
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“Cursed Films” Has One Of The Biggest Premieres In Shudder History

Genre docuseries “Cursed Films” has made Shudder history by having the second-largest premiere ever for the streaming genre service. The series, only outranked by “Creepshow,” explores the myths and legends behind some of Hollywood’s notoriously “cursed” horror film productions, featuring interviews with experts, witnesses, cast, directors, and producers who experienced the events first hand. Were these movies really cursed, as many believe, or just victims of bad luck and bizarre circumstances? The Exorcist star Linda Blair, and The Omen director Richard Donner, along with Poltergeist III director Gary Sherman, podcaster Matt Gourley, critic April Wolfe, and Fangoria editor Phil Nobile Jr. are among the many insiders and experts interviewed for the series. Last week’s record-breaking premiere focused on the legend and impact of The Exorcist “curse.” Episodes two and three, premiering today, explore whether the Devil himself might have cursed The Omen and if a curse might be connected to the tragic deaths associated with the franchise. Cursed Films became

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 10, 2020
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AMC’s 2018 FearFest Features Over 300 Hours Of Horror!

This October AMC’s FearFest is not to be missed. The Schedule has just arrived and the 18-day event features 80 plus films, series premieres, franchise marathons, and much more, giving viewers over 300 hours of horror awesomeness. One of the treats FearFest has to offer is the seven-part series “Eli Roth’s History of Horror” premiering on October 14th at 12am. The series features the biggest names in horror and takes viewers through an in-depth look at the pop culture significance of the genre. FearFest highlights includes: Halloween Marathon – Halloween 1-6, Halloween H20: 20 Years Later and Halloween (2007). Sunday, 10/14 7:29am-7:34pm. The 40th Anniversary of Halloween. Thursday, 10/18 9am-5:40a and Friday, 10/19 9a-11:35pm. Monday, 10/29 – Wednesday, 10/31 9am-5:45am. Exorcist Marathon – Monday, 10/15 8pm-3:55am Featuring: The Exorcist II, III and the 45th Anniversary of The Exorcist. Day of the Undead Marathon – airs Tuesday, 10/16 11:20am-10pm. Featuring: 28 Days Later, Shaun of the Dead, Day of the Dead,

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 5, 2018
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James Wan’s ‘The Tommyknockers’ Adaptation Now Possesses “Exorcist” Writer

We reported back in March we told you that James Wan will be producing the upcoming new adaptation of Stephen King’s tale The Tommyknockers. Today, we have an update for you and it’s exciting! Jeremy Slater, who served as showrunner for “The Exorcist” series, has joined the team and will be writing, according to Variety. Wan will be producing along with Michael Clear, the same team who is behind The Nun. Roy Lee (IT) will executive produce along with Larry Sanitsky, who also executive produced the original 1993 mini-series’ (trailer below). The story tells of, “a town in Maine that falls under the influence of a dangerous gas from an unearthed spacecraft. The gas begins to transform the people, giving them enhanced abilities, but also making them violent and subject to an alien hive mentality. One man, thanks to a steel plate in his head, is immune to the effects and tries to stop the townspeople.”

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 17, 2018
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A Bad Day For The Devil – Fox Kills Two Great Shows

It’s been a bad day for the Devil, Fox killed not one, but two great horror series, “The Exorcist”, and “Lucifer”. Needless to say, fans are upset. After two wonderful seasons, the folks at Fox gave The Exorcist the ax. The show followed two priests (Ben Daniels, Alfonso Herrera) on a mission to exorcise the demons that plague a different family each season. Lucifer, the devil himself wasn’t immune to Fox’s reach. After three seasons the show is done, which is a shame. You can’t help but love Tom Ellis’s cheeky character. Hopefully, before the end of this season, we’ll find out if Lucifer gets the girl (Detective Chloe Decker (Lauren German)), if D.B. Woodside’s Amenadiel will complete his mission, and if Mazikeen (Lesley-Ann Brandt) will find peace. Those aren’t the only two shows to get killed by Fox this week. “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and “The Last Man on Earth” were also canceled.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 11, 2018

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10 Horror Movies That Went Too Far Leaving Actors Wounded Or Dead

Most horror films are filled with special effects, but sometimes things go too far and actors themselves get injured during filming, in an attempt to go above and beyond to make sure that their character feels authentic. Here are a few times that things went too far. Check out the list and watch the scenes where they were injured or killed. Suspiria (2018) Dakota Johnson went through agony while filming the 2o18 remake of Suspiria. Filming messed up the actress so bad that she told EW that she ended up in therapy. Filing conditions were absolutely brutal. Much of the film was shot in an abandoned hotel on top of a mountain where it was so cold the cast and crew were left freezing constantly. The physical strain from the dancing scene after the scene left the cast exhausted and in pain much of the time. The Shining During a conversation with film critic Robert Ebert, Shelly Duvall was asked

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 27, 2020
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Warner Bros. Launches “Horror Icons” The Ultimate Home For Horror Merch And More!

Warner Bros. Consumer Products (WBCP) is giving genre fans a real treat this Halloween season, they have announced Horror Icons, a new product collection, and collaborations based on WarnerMedia’s portfolio of the most iconic horror franchises of all time. From Freddy and Jason to Pennywise and Annabelle, new products will release throughout October 2020, just in time for Halloween. They will celebrate the moments and monstrous personalities that have defined the genre and made Warner Bros. the home of the horror icons across the world. With classics like Friday the 13th, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and The Exorcist, and new terrifying films like IT and The Conjuring Universe, WarnerMedia is home to some of the most recognized and highest-grossing horror franchises that have set the standard for the genre. Collaborating with top licensees such as Hot Topic, Mattel, Brain Dead, The Hundreds, and Spencer’s, WBCP Horror Icons will deliver collectibles, fashions, accessories, and home décor designed for a 17+

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 11, 2020
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Documentary ‘Leap of Faith: William Friedkin On the Exorcist’ Coming To Shudder

Shudder, AMC Networks’ premiere streaming service for horror, thriller, and the supernatural has announced the acquisition of Leap of Faith: William Friedkin On the Exorcist from award-winning documentarian Alexandre O. Philippe, which is set to be released exclusively on the streaming platform this November in the U.S., Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. The film, which had its world premiere at the 2019 Venice International Film Festival and was an official selection of the 2020 Sundance Film Festival, will also stream this weekend as part of the Nightstream Film Festival. “A lyrical and spiritual cinematic essay on the legendary horror film The Exorcist, Leap of Faith explores the uncharted depths of William Friedkin’s mind’s eye, the nuances of his filmmaking process, and the mysteries of faith and fate that have shaped his life and filmography. The documentary marks the sixth feature doc from Philippe and continues his thoughtful analysis of iconic genre films, including the previously released documentaries

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 9, 2020
Horror Fuel

Say A Prayer, It Appears That ‘The Exorcist’ Is Being Rebooted

Break out the holy water and call a priest, Morgan Creek is about to commit blasphemy. They are reportedly rebooting the most iconic horror film in history, 1973’s The Exorcist. The news that was hidden in a recent Deadline article. The single sentence has sent heads spinning throughout the genre. Current Morgan Creek Projects include Stay Tuned at AMC, with a theatrical reboot of The Exorcist in the works for 2021.” The strange part about all this, besides that anyone is attempting to reboot it, is that Morgan Creek swore on Twitter back on September 28, 2015, that, “For the record, we will never attempt to remake THE EXORCIST.” It seems they’ve decided to follow the sad trend of rebooting/remaking anything that could make a dime. There is one thing, the term “reboot” being used which implies that the story will differ from the original, but who knows. The film is not currently featured on their “in development” list. There’s

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 19, 2020
Horror Fuel

“The Exorcist” Star In Talks To Join ‘Callback’

HorrorScreams VideoVault and FoxTrot Productions have announced that a very well known face from the classic horror The Exorcist (1973) is in talks to join the cast of Callback. Callback is a female-driven horror so Eileen Dietz (The Exorcist, The Assent) would be a welcome addition to the cast, which already includes Jennifer Nangle (Malvolia: The Queen Of Screams, The Last Roommate) as Sonia and Jackie Falcon (Lethal Admirer, Lockdown) as Jessica. The involvement of Eileen Dietz is however dependent on the success of the Indiegogo campaign which is currently live. In order to guarantee Eileen’s casting in Callback, they will now need to reach the 2nd STRETCH GOAL which is set at $32,000. They are now calling for horror fans to help spread the word by sharing the Indiegogo campaign link and where possible making a donation to get some amazing perks which range from a signed Blu Ray or DVD to a producer credit on the film. For

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Jul 25, 2020
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Movie Reviews (Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival): Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist is a Must-See Documentary

Although in the documentary Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on the Exorcist Friedkin is the only on-camera subject interviewed, the film is riveting stuff throughout its 104-minute running time. The director gives a master class on filmmaking while providing a behind-the-scenes account of what is inarguably one of the greatest horror films ever made. Director Alexandre O. Philippe (who helmed the incredible and highly recommended 78/52: Hitchcock’s Shower Scene) conducts a sit-down interview with Friedkin, who plainly and boldly speaks about the singular mindset he had for The Exorcist, from marking up a hardback copy of William Peter Blatty’s source novel so he could convey exactly what he wanted for the film, through the arduous process of getting the film rolling on production, to anecdotes about how he got the actors to give the terrific performances they did in certain scenes, to the film’s enduring legacy. It’s interesting to also hear who and what didn’t appear in the film, including

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
Jul 14, 2020
Horror Fuel

“Cursed Films” Has One Of The Biggest Premieres In Shudder History

Genre docuseries “Cursed Films” has made Shudder history by having the second-largest premiere ever for the streaming genre service. The series, only outranked by “Creepshow,” explores the myths and legends behind some of Hollywood’s notoriously “cursed” horror film productions, featuring interviews with experts, witnesses, cast, directors, and producers who experienced the events first hand. Were these movies really cursed, as many believe, or just victims of bad luck and bizarre circumstances? The Exorcist star Linda Blair, and The Omen director Richard Donner, along with Poltergeist III director Gary Sherman, podcaster Matt Gourley, critic April Wolfe, and Fangoria editor Phil Nobile Jr. are among the many insiders and experts interviewed for the series. Last week’s record-breaking premiere focused on the legend and impact of The Exorcist “curse.” Episodes two and three, premiering today, explore whether the Devil himself might have cursed The Omen and if a curse might be connected to the tragic deaths associated with the franchise. Cursed Films became

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Apr 10, 2020
Horror Fuel

AMC’s 2018 FearFest Features Over 300 Hours Of Horror!

This October AMC’s FearFest is not to be missed. The Schedule has just arrived and the 18-day event features 80 plus films, series premieres, franchise marathons, and much more, giving viewers over 300 hours of horror awesomeness. One of the treats FearFest has to offer is the seven-part series “Eli Roth’s History of Horror” premiering on October 14th at 12am. The series features the biggest names in horror and takes viewers through an in-depth look at the pop culture significance of the genre. FearFest highlights includes: Halloween Marathon – Halloween 1-6, Halloween H20: 20 Years Later and Halloween (2007). Sunday, 10/14 7:29am-7:34pm. The 40th Anniversary of Halloween. Thursday, 10/18 9am-5:40a and Friday, 10/19 9a-11:35pm. Monday, 10/29 – Wednesday, 10/31 9am-5:45am. Exorcist Marathon – Monday, 10/15 8pm-3:55am Featuring: The Exorcist II, III and the 45th Anniversary of The Exorcist. Day of the Undead Marathon – airs Tuesday, 10/16 11:20am-10pm. Featuring: 28 Days Later, Shaun of the Dead, Day of the Dead,

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 5, 2018
Horror Fuel

James Wan’s ‘The Tommyknockers’ Adaptation Now Possesses “Exorcist” Writer

We reported back in March we told you that James Wan will be producing the upcoming new adaptation of Stephen King’s tale The Tommyknockers. Today, we have an update for you and it’s exciting! Jeremy Slater, who served as showrunner for “The Exorcist” series, has joined the team and will be writing, according to Variety. Wan will be producing along with Michael Clear, the same team who is behind The Nun. Roy Lee (IT) will executive produce along with Larry Sanitsky, who also executive produced the original 1993 mini-series’ (trailer below). The story tells of, “a town in Maine that falls under the influence of a dangerous gas from an unearthed spacecraft. The gas begins to transform the people, giving them enhanced abilities, but also making them violent and subject to an alien hive mentality. One man, thanks to a steel plate in his head, is immune to the effects and tries to stop the townspeople.”

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Aug 17, 2018
Horror Fuel

A Bad Day For The Devil – Fox Kills Two Great Shows

It’s been a bad day for the Devil, Fox killed not one, but two great horror series, “The Exorcist”, and “Lucifer”. Needless to say, fans are upset. After two wonderful seasons, the folks at Fox gave The Exorcist the ax. The show followed two priests (Ben Daniels, Alfonso Herrera) on a mission to exorcise the demons that plague a different family each season. Lucifer, the devil himself wasn’t immune to Fox’s reach. After three seasons the show is done, which is a shame. You can’t help but love Tom Ellis’s cheeky character. Hopefully, before the end of this season, we’ll find out if Lucifer gets the girl (Detective Chloe Decker (Lauren German)), if D.B. Woodside’s Amenadiel will complete his mission, and if Mazikeen (Lesley-Ann Brandt) will find peace. Those aren’t the only two shows to get killed by Fox this week. “Brooklyn Nine-Nine” and “The Last Man on Earth” were also canceled.

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
May 11, 2018
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