Upcoming Horror: World War Z

I can't believe I haven't coverd this yet.. but who is excited for the release of "World War Z"?

I've yet to read the book, but the movie looks pretty interesting.

I feel like it looks like a fresh, different take on zombies. And by that I mean the zombies don't look like your average Romero slow walking brain dead zombies.


Synopsis:  “The story revolves around United Nations employee Gerry Lane (Pitt), who traverses the world in a race against time to stop the Zombie pandemic that is toppling armies and governments and threatening to decimate humanity itself. Enos plays Gerry’s wife Karen Lane; Kertesz is his comrade in arms, Segen.“ - Bloody Disgusting

 In theaters June 31 from director Marc Forster, the zombie epic stars Brad Pitt, Mireille Enos, Daniella Kertesz, James Badge Dale, Matthew Fox, and David Morse.


"World War Z" hits theaters June 31st 2013


Trailer:  World War Z - Official Trailer 
               World War Z Trailer 2

Clips:  World War Z Official Movie Spot : World You Know
            World War Z Official Movie Spot: Law
             World War Z Official Movie Spot: Getting Out

             
           

Today In Horror History

May 14, 1944
On this day in Horror History, George Lucas was born in Modesto California. Undoubtedly one of the most influential and celebrated film-makers in history, Lucas has given cinema some of the most lucrative and historically significant cult films to date. Most notable for the timeless Star Wars Franchise, his brilliance has also blessed such films as THX 1138 (1971), American Graffiti (1973), Labyrinth (1986), and Indiana Jones: Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981). Having revolutionized the Directorial and sound editing process in its entirety, Lucas is an inspiration to those who have had the privilege of studying and using his groundbreaking techniques, and to the millions for the last half a century who have fallen in love with his legacy.

“A special effect is a tool, a means of telling a story. A special effect without a story is a pretty boring thing.” –George Lucas

Today In Horror History

May 12, 1988
On this day in the Friday the 13th timeline, Tommy Jarvis is released from an institution and returns to the town formally known as Crystal Lake to dig up Jason Voorhees and cremate him. Upon seeing the body of the machete wielding maniac, Tommy loses control and stabs Jason with a fence post out of anger, ultimately bringing him back to life when the object is struck by lightning. (Friday the 13th Part VI: Jason Lives)

“Seeing it won't, but destroying it will. Jason belongs in Hell - and I'm gonna see to it that he gets there.”-Tommy

Today In Horror History

April 18, 1972
On this day in Horror History, Eli Roth was born. A brilliant film-maker in every sense of the word, Roth has thrust himself into infamy in less than a decade, even garnering the title as one of the most prominent “Splat Pack” members. With such films as Cabin Fever (2002), Hostel: Part I (2005), and Hostel: Part II (2007), Roth’s career has proven nothing but box office successes. Early whilst funding his film projects, Roth would work as an on-line sex operator for Penthouse magazine, where he would have sex online with unbeknownst patrons who would pay by the hour to indulge in fantasies with gorgeous Penthouse models. From peculiar beginnings spawned greatness, as the early funding of films and the low budget vein that Roth’s talent embraced also bred its own unique visceral style, as well as becoming some of the highest grossing horror films since his directorial debut. Roth is always executive producer and director of the pilot episode of the new Netlfix series "Hemlock Grove" premiering this Friday. 

“There's not a single instance of a horror movie actually causing any violence. People know it's fake, that's why they allow themselves to enjoy it. It helps them deal with their own fears, the fear of things beyond their control. People blow up abortion clinics and then blame the bible, but you would never say 'ban the bible,' you'd say that's some lunatic who wants to kill people and then hide behind religion. Nobody ever died from a horror movie, in fact, it's the opposite. It's the single best date movie you can go to, because you're guaranteed to be squeezing that person for the entire film. And if the movie works, your date won't want to go to sleep alone. Horror films are an aphrodisiac. 9 months from now I predict a wave of 'Hostel' babies.”-Eli Roth

Today In Horror History

April 17, 1951
On this day in Horror History, Olivia Hussey was born. A horror starlet that has lent her beauty and talent to Black Christmas (1974) and Stephen King’s IT (1990), the veteran actress of Argentina descent has stunned audiences for nearly half a century. In her break-out role as Juliet in the classic Franco Zeffirelli film adaption of the Shakespeare play, she would captivate movie goers and spawn an illustrious career. It was after the release of that film, that Hussey would ultimately find herself in one of the most peculiar of circumstances ever experienced by any actress, as she was unable to legally view the premier of Romeo and Juliet (1968) in London because she was under the age of 18 and the film had a nude scene.. Regardless that she was the one nude in the film.

“Have the confidence to be your own person.” - Olivia Hussey

Today In Horror History

April 15, 1998
On this day in Horror History, John Carpenter’s Vampires made it’s theatrical debut. Proving to be the only box office success of the 90’s by the famed Director, it was this film that reinvigorated Carpenter’s passion for film-making and is credited for changing his mind on retirement. Conceptually a western in the vein of horror, it follows the vengeful plight of the vampire hunter Jack Crow played by veteran actor James Woods. A testament to the brilliance of Carpenter, the ’98 release has thrust itself into infamy in the midst of the vampire genre.

“No... Well first of all, they're not romatic. Its not like they're a bunch of fuckin' fags hoppin' around in rented formal wear and seducing everybody in sight with cheesy Euro-trash accents, all right? Forget whatever you've seen in the movies: they don't turn into bats, crosses don't work. Garlic? You wanna try garlic? You could stand there with garlic around your neck and one of these buggers will bend you fucking over and take a walk up your strada-chocolata WHILE he's suckin' the blood outta your neck, all right? And they don't sleep in coffins lined in taffata. You wanna kill one, you drive a wooden stake right through his fuckin' heart. Sunlight turns 'em into crispy critters.” -Jack Crow

 

 

 

 

Today In Horror History.

April 13, 1918
On this day in Horror History, Johnny Lee Johns aka Captain Spaulding was born in Ruggsville Texas.

“Howdy Folks! You like blood? Violence? Freaks of nature? Well then, come on down to Captain Spaulding's Museum of Monsters and Mad-Men. See the Alligator Boy, ride my famous Murder Ride. Most of all, don't forget to take home some of my tasty fried chicken! Ha ha! It just tastes so damn good!” –Captain Spaulding
House of 1000 Corpses (2003)

Today In Horror History

April 11, 1986
On this day in Horror History, Troma’s classic The Toxic Avenger made it’s American debut. The beloved cult film from the minds of Directors Michael Herz and Lloyd Kaufman follows the exploits of Melvin Junko who after falling into a vat of toxic waste, exacts revenge on those who tormented him ultimately using his new found strength to fight crime in Tromaville. A testament to the campy infamy that has made Troma horror fan’s wet dream, The Toxic Avenger has spawned a slew of adored sequels, and embedded Toxie in the hearts of film buffs everywhere. 

Today In Horror History

April 4, 1979
On this day in Horror History, Heath Andrew Ledger was born. An inspiring talent in the industry, the young actor had epitomized many of roles in his short life. Born in Perth Australia, Ledger would go on to star in such films as The Order (2003), The Brothers Grimm (2005), and The Dark Knight (2008). It was his leading role as the Joker in the Christopher Nolan Batman reimaging that would ultimately become his most sinister and tolling ever, one that is rumored to have weighed very heavily on the late actor. His final gift to cinema would be that of Tony in The Imaginarium of Doctor Parnassus (2009). Production halted after his passing, and in an ode to the budding talent and legacy of Ledger, friends Johnny Depp, Jude Law and Colin Farrell completed the film playing the same role but under the premise that Tony’s appearance changed in every different imaginary world present in the movie.

On January 22, 2008 the world would be in tears as Ledger was taken from us after an accidental overdose of prescription medication while at his apartment in New York City. Heaven received another angel that sordid day. Missed but not forgotten, Ledger will live on in memory, and a legacy that will not be forgotten.

“A lot of people think ambition or success and they think dollars. My ambition is all in my head. I'm on a f---ing journey. I'm on a walkabout. It's about collecting wisdom of emotions and heart and self and understanding. Being absolutely comfortable with your body and life and the earth, sun, and moon being the only truths. That's what my success is, getting underneath that.” –Heath Ledger

Yesterday In Horror History

April 1, 1883
On this day in Horror History,

Lon Chaney was born. As the son of two deaf-mutes, Chaney would perfect the art of pantomime at an early age, making his prowess in the silent film era all the more incredible. A brilliant mind that blessed such films as The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1923), Laugh Clown Laugh (1928), and The Phantom of the Opera (1925), Chaney would undoubtedly become the first ever horror icon of the silver screen. Proud of his infamy as a character actor, Chaney's son Lon Chaney Jr. would follow in his father's footsteps, ultimately becoming two of the most memorable and influential actors in cinematic history.

“There's nothing funny about a clown in the moonlight.” -Lon Chaney

Today In Horror History

March 28, 1963
On this day in Horror History, Alfred Hitchcock’s classic The Birds debuted in New York City. Based on the story by Daphne Du Maurier, The Birds was the famed director’s return to film after Psycho and a 3 year hiatus while working on ‘Alfred Hitchcock Presents’. In the presence of many films playing upon the stylized approach and success of Psycho, the legendary director turned the tables on the industry and made the seemingly mundane quite terrifying. With brilliant film-making, the beauty of Tippi Hedre, and the peculiar joy that Hitchcock proved with such antics as speakers bellowing the sounds of birds outside the theatre, the cinematic masterpiece would become one of the most beloved of his career.

“I have never known birds of different species to flock together. The very concept is unimaginable. Why, if that happened, we wouldn't stand a chance! How could we possibly hope to fight them?” –Mrs. Bundy

"The Birds" Trailer

Yesterday In Horror History

March 25, 2011
On this day in Horror History, Hobo with a Shotgun made it's Canadian release in select theaters. One of several mock trailers that was played in the beginning of the Death Proof and Planet Terror double billed Grindhouse release, it and Machete (2010) were voted by fans to become feature length films. Brilliance from the mind of director Jason Eisener and starring horror icon Rutger Hauer, Hobo with a Shotgun is proof that the visceral and timeless Grindhouse style is not going anywhere.

“I used to be like you... a long time ago. All brand new and perfect. No mistakes, no regrets. People look at you and think of how wonderful your future will be. They want you to be something special... like a doctor or a lawyer. I hate to tell you this, but if you grow up here, you're more likely to wind up selling your bodies on the streets, or shooting dope from dirty needles in a bus stop. And if you're successful, you'll make money selling junk to crackheads. And don't think twice about killing someone's wife, because you won't even know it's wrong in the first place. Maybe... you'll end up like me... A hobo with a shotgun! I hope you can do better. “ -Hobo

Today in Horror History

March 23, 2007
On this day in Horror History, The Hills Have Eyes 2 made it’s American theatrical debut. The second of the popular remakes of the cult Wes Craven films, it was yet another perfect ode to the franchise. Completely contrasting the vulnerability of the stranded family in the 2006 remake, a group of National Guard trainees are picked off one by one by the depraved mutants in Sector 16 of the New Mexico Desert.

“Do you like fucking with me, Napoleon? I think you do. You know what? You're officially in charge of guarding the latrine. Not using it, but guarding it. I want you to stand with one leg and hold your rifle over your fucking head and make sure that no one steals or molests that port-a-potty, or I will have your Gomer Pyle ass court-martialed immediately.” –Sarge

Today In Horror History

March 22,1996
On this day in Horror History, Resident Evil made its initial release on Playstation in Japan. Arguably one of the most influential games ever, it coined the term “Survival Horror” and spawned an entire franchise released on most every console, PC, and even resulted in a popular film remake. Released in Japan as バイオ ハザード which translates to “Bio-Hazard”, it has been thrust into horror and video game infamy and has received the Guinness World Record for the "Worst Game Dialogue Ever" as well as being listed as one of TIME Magazine’s Top 100 greatest video games of all time. The legacy that has followed in the wake of the S.T.A.R.S elite’s struggle to survive in a zombie filled mansion, has stolen the hearts and free time of legions of video game and horror buffs for more than a decade, hell-bent on continuing that tradition as one of the most lucrative and beloved game franchises to date.

“Alpha Team is flying around the forest zone situated in North-west Raccoon City, where we are searching for the helicopter of our compatriots, Bravo Team, who disappeared during the middle of our mission. Bizarre murder cases have recently occurred in Raccoon City. There are outlandish reports of families being attacked by a group of about ten people. Victims... were apparently eaten. Bravo Team went to the hideout of the group, and disappeared. “ – Chris Redfield 

Today in Horror History

March 20, 1964
On this day in Horror History, Two Thousand Maniacs made it’s theatrical debut. One of the many cult films done by the infamous Herschell Gordon Lewis who would later go on to give the world The Wizard of Gore (1970), the film has stood the test of time to those who have dug into the inner bowels of the beloved genre. With Playboy Playmate Connie Mason, a group of deranged townspeople hell-bent on revenge, and the directorial mastermind to feed his vision, Two Thousand Maniacs would go on to inspire a new crop of demented film-makers and even spawn a celebrated sequel in 2005 starring Robert Englund.

“It means this centennial is a centennial of blood vengeance! It means... It means we're here to be killed!” –Tom White

Horror In Theaters

Are you a fan of cheesy horror movies?

Hate long drawn out dialogue?

Are you in need of a good laugh?


Well if you live in

Charlotte, NC

Dallas, TX

or

Alpharetta, GA


and if you know where a Studio Movie Grill is located in those three ares than i have a show for you!!!


The show is entitled: "Horror Remix Presents: Death Rock Part 1"

"2 hours of heavy metal horror. A combo of the music your parents wanted you to burn and the movies the government restricted you from seeing! Now all together!"

I went to one of these shows in February for their valentines day themed show, it was hilarious and one of my favorite times at the movies ( besides seeing John Carpenter's "Halloween" back in theaters this past October)  plus i got to see the original "My Bloody Valentine" in theaters which as a young horror fan was pretty sweet!!

I highly recommend if you're in those areas you check this show out!!  

Additional information can be found here:
http://www.studiomoviegrill.com/Bodygraphic.aspx?ID=418

and here

http://www.horrorremix.com/

https://www.facebook.com/horrorremix

Today In Horror History

February 28, 1986
On this day in Horror History, House made it’s theatrical debut. From the beginning it would be shroud in many other humorous and slapstick zombie films of the decade but would never lose its luster to horror fans, and remains a cult favorite. The story of Roger Cobb and the fatefully disturbing events that plagued him in his deceased aunt’s house, will always have a special place in the horror genre.

Harold: Hey, it's great to have a new neighbor. Woman lived here before you was nuts. Biggest bitch under the sun. Just a senile old hag really. Wouldn't be surprised if someone just got fed up and offed her. Know what I mean?

Roger: She was my aunt.

Harold: Heart of gold though. Just uh, a saint really. And uh such a beautiful woman, for her age.

Today In Horror History

February 25, 1997
On this day in Horror History, Isabelle Fuhrman was born. Considered to be one of the most prolifically brilliant child actors of the last decade, it was her role as Esther in Orphan (2009) that brought her before the eyes of the horror genre and its undying fans. At her young age she has already shown an acting prowess and versatility that sheds light on the future of the industry. Keep an eye out for Isabelle in both the remake of Suspiria (1977) from director David Gordon Green and M. Night Shyamalan’s After Earth slated to hit theaters June 7th.

“I never saw Esther as scary and was never afraid of her either. Esther's dream is to find love and a perfect family that would appreciate her. She wants it so badly that she has to remove all the obstacles on her way to achieving her dream. It's a life-or-death stakes for her.”- Isabelle Fuhrman

My Personal Thoughts: This scares me to death!!!! The only 2 movies i have seen her in are Orphan and The Hunger Games and she was pretty brutal and scary. 

Horror pickup!

Got myself an early birthday gift