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Competition: Win Pay The Ghost - Digital Download Code (iTunes)

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To celebrate the release of Pay The Ghost, available now on DVD, Blu-ray and digital download, we have an iTunes digital download code available to giveaway courtesy of Arrow Films. Almost a year after his young son disappeared from his side on Halloween night in New York City, Mike (Nicolas Cage) is alone and haunted by terrifying visions of his son. Desperate but determined not to let go, he researches all the cases of missing children in the city and comes to a horrifying conclusion. After bombarding the detective in charge of the case with his shocking theory, he finally reunites with his estranged wife (Sarah Wayne Callies), and shares the supernatural mystery surrounding their son’s disappearance. As Halloween night draws closer, Mike must follow a series of terrifying clues as he is led deeper into the ancient curse that could destroy him and all he loves. Pay The Ghost stars, Nicolas Cage (Leaving Las Vegas, The Frozen Ground, The Wicker Man) Sarah Wayne Callies (Into the Storm

Competition: Win Pay The Ghost - Digital Download Code (iTunes)

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To celebrate the release of Pay The Ghost, available now on DVD, Blu-ray and digital download, we have an iTunes digital download code available to giveaway courtesy of Arrow Films. Almost a year after his young son disappeared from his side on Halloween night in New York City, Mike (Nicolas Cage) is alone and haunted by terrifying visions of his son. Desperate but determined not to let go, he researches all the cases of missing children in the city and comes to a horrifying conclusion. After bombarding the detective in charge of the case with his shocking theory, he finally reunites with his estranged wife (Sarah Wayne Callies), and shares the supernatural mystery surrounding their son’s disappearance. As Halloween night draws closer, Mike must follow a series of terrifying clues as he is led deeper into the ancient curse that could destroy him and all he loves. Pay The Ghost stars, Nicolas Cage (Leaving Las Vegas, The Frozen Ground, The Wicker Man) Sarah Wayne Callies (Into the Storm

Top Ten Horror Film Reimaginings

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The Grudge The Grudge was very successfully re-made for just two short years after the original Japanese version came out by the same Director, Takashi Shimizu. Synopsis: Starring Sarah Michelle Gellar as Karen Davis who is an American Nurse moves to Tokyo and encounter a supernatural spirit who is vengeful and often possesses its victims. A series of horrifying and mysterious deaths start to occur, with the spirit passing its curse onto each victim. Karen must now find a way to break this spell, before she becomes its next victim. The Ring The 1998 Japanese film ‘Ringu’ was re-made and renamed THE RING in 2002 by Director Gore Verbinski. Synopsis: Ruthlessly murdered by her father, the ghost of a seer's daughter kills all those who watch a weird video after 7 days; unless the viewer finds the escape clause. I Spit on Your Grave Originally made in 1978 I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE was re-made in 2010 with the help from the original writer Meir Zarchi. Synopsis: Jennifer (Sarah Butler), a w

Top Ten Horror Film Reimaginings

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The Grudge The Grudge was very successfully re-made for just two short years after the original Japanese version came out by the same Director, Takashi Shimizu. Synopsis: Starring Sarah Michelle Gellar as Karen Davis who is an American Nurse moves to Tokyo and encounter a supernatural spirit who is vengeful and often possesses its victims. A series of horrifying and mysterious deaths start to occur, with the spirit passing its curse onto each victim. Karen must now find a way to break this spell, before she becomes its next victim. The Ring The 1998 Japanese film ‘Ringu’ was re-made and renamed THE RING in 2002 by Director Gore Verbinski. Synopsis: Ruthlessly murdered by her father, the ghost of a seer's daughter kills all those who watch a weird video after 7 days; unless the viewer finds the escape clause. I Spit on Your Grave Originally made in 1978 I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE was re-made in 2010 with the help from the original writer Meir Zarchi. Synopsis: Jennifer (Sarah Butler), a w

Competition: Win Poltergeist - Extended Cut [Blu-ray]

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Poltergeist is out on DVD & /Bluray right now!  and to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to win. Synopsis: Legendary filmmaker Sam Raimi (Spiderman, Evil Dead, The Grudge) and director Gil Kenan (Monster House) contemporise the classic tale about a family whose suburban home is haunted by evil forces. When the terrifying apparitions escalate their attacks and hold the youngest daughter captive, the family must come together to rescue her before she disappears forever. Win This: Poltergeist - Extended Cut [Blu-ray + UV Copy] [2015] To enter all you have to do is answer this easy question... Competition Closed Winners will be chosen randomly and will be informed via email.

Competition: Win Poltergeist - Extended Cut [Blu-ray]

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Poltergeist is out on DVD & /Bluray right now!  and to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to win. Synopsis: Legendary filmmaker Sam Raimi (Spiderman, Evil Dead, The Grudge) and director Gil Kenan (Monster House) contemporise the classic tale about a family whose suburban home is haunted by evil forces. When the terrifying apparitions escalate their attacks and hold the youngest daughter captive, the family must come together to rescue her before she disappears forever. Win This: Poltergeist - Extended Cut [Blu-ray + UV Copy] [2015] To enter all you have to do is answer this easy question... Competition Closed Winners will be chosen randomly and will be informed via email.

Interview with Alan Howarth by David Kempf

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From scores to special effects, from Halloween stalkers to Star Trek, Alan Howarth’s electronic imagination has contributed to some of the biggest genre films of the ‘80s. Alternately wearing the hats of both composer and sound effects man, Howarth has collaborated with John Carpenter with the music on nearly all of his movies starting with ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK; he’s provided sound design and effects for POLTERGEIST, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, all of the STAR TREK movies, THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER, Coppola’s DRACULA, TOTAL RECALL, and STARGATE, among others. As a composer, he’s scored all or part of the HALLOWEEN films. His latest film score is music for the terrifying horror film BRUTAL. On a personal note, I’ve been a lifelong fan of Alan’s work. When I was 15, my cousin Erik and my friend Ron and I went to see HALLOWEEN 3: SEASON OF THE WITCH. We were all too young to see an R rated movie but we got in anyway. The movie changed my life. Although many critics panned the Halloween movie

FILM NEWS (UK): First look images for new sci-fi thriller Await Further Instructions

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Director Johnny Kevorkian said today: "I'm so pleased to be working with the super talented Sam Gittins and Neerja Naik, who are bringing such intensity to every scene. We're half way through the shoot and things will only get more extreme from here. I can't wait to push their characters even further as the spectacular reality of their confinement is finally revealed!" Currently shooting at GSP Studios in York, the story revolves around the Milgram family, who have gathered to celebrate Christmas, only to find a mysterious black substance has surrounded their house. Something monumental is clearly happening right outside their door, but what exactly - an industrial accident, a terrorist attack, nuclear war?  Descending into terrified arguments, they turn on the television, desperate for any information. On screen a message glows ominously: 'Stay Indoors and Await Further Instructions”…. AWAIT FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS is produced by Jack Tarling of Shudder Films an

FILM NEWS (UK): First look images for new sci-fi thriller Await Further Instructions

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Director Johnny Kevorkian said today: "I'm so pleased to be working with the super talented Sam Gittins and Neerja Naik, who are bringing such intensity to every scene. We're half way through the shoot and things will only get more extreme from here. I can't wait to push their characters even further as the spectacular reality of their confinement is finally revealed!" Currently shooting at GSP Studios in York, the story revolves around the Milgram family, who have gathered to celebrate Christmas, only to find a mysterious black substance has surrounded their house. Something monumental is clearly happening right outside their door, but what exactly - an industrial accident, a terrorist attack, nuclear war?  Descending into terrified arguments, they turn on the television, desperate for any information. On screen a message glows ominously: 'Stay Indoors and Await Further Instructions”…. AWAIT FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS is produced by Jack Tarling of Shudder Films an

Competition: Win Ferocious Planet on DVD

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Ferocious Planet is out on October 26  and to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to win on DVD Synopsis: During the demonstration of a groundbreaking device which allows the observation of alternate dimensions, the machine malfunctions and transports the building and its occupants - into a nightmarish new dimension. Now, in order to get back to where they belong, the team must use ingenuity and courage to outwit, outplay and outlast the native man-eating creatures of this bizarre new world while doing their best to repair the damaged machine. This title will be released on October 26, 2015. Win This: Ferocious Planet [DVD] To enter all you have to do is answer this easy question... Competition Closed Winners will be chosen randomly and will be informed via email.

Competition: Win Ferocious Planet on DVD

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Ferocious Planet is out on October 26  and to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to win on DVD Synopsis: During the demonstration of a groundbreaking device which allows the observation of alternate dimensions, the machine malfunctions and transports the building and its occupants - into a nightmarish new dimension. Now, in order to get back to where they belong, the team must use ingenuity and courage to outwit, outplay and outlast the native man-eating creatures of this bizarre new world while doing their best to repair the damaged machine. This title will be released on October 26, 2015. Win This: Ferocious Planet [DVD] To enter all you have to do is answer this easy question... Competition Closed Winners will be chosen randomly and will be informed via email.

FILM NEWS (UK): Film4 FrightFest reveal LAZER TEAM as surprise selection for Halloween 2015 event

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Fans of TURBO KID will love the Rooster Teeth collective’s first feature LAZER TEAM – a cocktail homage to blockbuster sci-fi nostalgia, weird creatures, crude humour and hilarious romance. Directed by Matt Hullum, FrightFest will be hosting the European Premiere. Synopsis:  In the 1970s a message comes from outer space. Aliens are challenging humanity to a duel and information is on its way to explain everything. However that mysterious package still hasn’t arrived in 2015 despite the US government remaining on full alert and Earth’s ‘One True Warrior’ constantly training. When the delivery ends up in the hands of a ragtag band of idiots, complete global destruction looks inevitable… Cast includes: Alan Ritchson, Colton Dunn, Bernie Burns, Gavin Free & Alexandria DeBerry. LAZER TEAM joins a stellar line-up: THE VATICAN TAPES (UK Premiere),THE UNSPOKEN (World Premiere), MOMENTUM (UK Premiere), BELLY OF THE BULLDOG (World Premiere) & I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE III: VENGEANCE IS MINE (

FILM NEWS (UK): Film4 FrightFest reveal LAZER TEAM as surprise selection for Halloween 2015 event

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Fans of TURBO KID will love the Rooster Teeth collective’s first feature LAZER TEAM – a cocktail homage to blockbuster sci-fi nostalgia, weird creatures, crude humour and hilarious romance. Directed by Matt Hullum, FrightFest will be hosting the European Premiere. Synopsis:  In the 1970s a message comes from outer space. Aliens are challenging humanity to a duel and information is on its way to explain everything. However that mysterious package still hasn’t arrived in 2015 despite the US government remaining on full alert and Earth’s ‘One True Warrior’ constantly training. When the delivery ends up in the hands of a ragtag band of idiots, complete global destruction looks inevitable… Cast includes: Alan Ritchson, Colton Dunn, Bernie Burns, Gavin Free & Alexandria DeBerry. LAZER TEAM joins a stellar line-up: THE VATICAN TAPES (UK Premiere),THE UNSPOKEN (World Premiere), MOMENTUM (UK Premiere), BELLY OF THE BULLDOG (World Premiere) & I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE III: VENGEANCE IS MINE (