Horror Bulletin

Click the "Play" arrow for the Audio Show: OR Click the "Play" button for the Video Show: [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=copmMDRKkXc] Intro Welcome to Kevin and Brian’s Horror Bulletin podcast recorded live from the vampire’s crypt, where each week, we cover the latest horror news, shorts, a classic Universal horror, and two creature-feature reviews. This week, after the news, we’ll cover the Universal Studios movie “Murders In The Rue Morgue” from 1932, the classic “Cannibal Holocaust” from 1980, discussion of the short film, “Turn Around”, and the modern-horror film, “The Autopsy of Jane Doe” from 2016. Turn up the volume and lean in close. Here we go... News Features A shout-out this week to one of our favorite horror movie clowns. Johnny Lee Johns AKA Captain Spaulding AKA Cutter turned 101 as of his fictional birthday on April 13th, being born in 1918. Time flies when you’re making mayhem. Fans have put together a great chronology of the Rob Zombie movie anti-hero, starting with his birt

NEW!!! This is the first episode in our YouTube video series.  Take a look here: Youtube link [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwYRCe7CXFs]   Intro Welcome to Kevin and Brian’s Horror Bulletin podcast recorded live in the catacombs beneath your feet, where each week, we cover the latest horror news, shorts, a classic Universal horror, and two creature-feature reviews. This week, after the news, we’ll cover the Universal Studios movie “Frankenstein” from 1931, the contemporary “Here Comes the Devil” from 2012, discussion of the short film, “Leaf Blower Massacre 1 and 2”, and the modern-horror film, “Ghost Stories” from 2017. This week, we’ll also have a bonus discussion of the independent film “Leaf Blower Massacre 2” from 2016. Turn up the volume and lean in close. Here we go... News Features Proving that the Xenomorph Queen is their favorite Disney Princess, the entertainment empire has officially confirmed that they will be making more Alien movies after their acquisition of 20th Century Fox

Summary This week, after the news, we’ll cover the Universal Studios movie “Dracula” from 1931, the drive-in classic, “The Poughkeepsie Tapes” from 2007, discussion of the short film, “Vexed”, and the modern-horror film, “Hell Fest” from 2018. Intro Welcome to Kevin and Brian’s Horror Bulletin podcast recorded live in the catacombs beneath your feet, where each week, we cover the latest horror news, shorts, a classic Universal horror, and two creature-feature reviews. This week, after the news, we’ll cover the Universal Studios movie “Dracula” from 1931, the contemporary “The Poughkeepsie Tapes” from 2007, discussion of the short film, “Vexed”, and the modern-horror film, “Hell Fest” from 2018. Turn up the volume and lean in close. Here we go... News Features It’s getting closer just like the creature who wants his toe back - “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” is taking tangible shape with a brand new teaser trailer. Based the on the book series of the same name published from 1981 to 1991, it lo

Summary This week, after the news, we’ll cover the Universal Studios movie “The Cat and the Canary” from 1927, the drive-in classic, “Noroi: The Curse” from 2005, discussion of the short film, “Monitor”, and the modern-horror film, “Possum” from 2018. News Features It started as a short film in 2005, then a full-length movie in 2014, and now a series is going to debut the FX network March 27th, 2019. It’s the horrific comedy “What We Do In The Shadows”. A mockumentary about a group of vampires who are roommates trying to get by in the world. Each with different ages and different styles they emulate, they deal with adventures, misadventures, and everyday realities and drudgeries together while more or less staying friends. We really thought the short and movie were a lot of fun, and we’re looking forward to checking out the new work. https://www.fxnetworks.com/shows/what-we-do-in-the-shadows The genie has been let out of the bottle, and there’s no stuffing him back in. In a recent Reuters artic

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the Universal Studios movie Phantom Of The Opera from 1925, the drive-in classic, “Cemetery Man” from 1994, discussion of the short film, “Help Me Wake Up”, and the modern-horror film, “A Cure For Wellness” from 2017. News Features: In 1979, they said “In Space No One Can Hear You Scream”. To mark the 40th anniversary of the science-fiction horror thriller Alien, a special edition 4K Ultra HD blueray package will be released on April 23. The limited-edition steelbox will include the 1979 Theatrical Version, the 2003 Director’s Cut, audio commentary, isolated musical scores, and deleted scenes. Anybody want an early Christmas present?Fox has also released a teaser trailer for 6 short films set in the same universe as Alien, that will be released as an anthology as part of the 40th celebration. “To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Ridley Scott’s groundbreaking sci-fi horror film Alien (1979), six visionary filmmakers were selected to bring their Alien-inspired stories to

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the drive-in classic, “Suspiria” from 1977 followed by our discussion of the short film, “In Extremis”, and our modern-horror feature film, “Suspiria” from 2018.    News Features: Fandango has put together an 8-minute-long supercut of some of the most anticipated upcoming horror movies in 2019 as a very cool montage of previews, teasers, and clips. Brightburn, The Curse of Llorona, A Hole In The Ground and many others are coming soon, so check this out. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RYGTdDJguI0 In a light news mention, on March 10th, Stephen King tweeted “I'm getting responses from people who liked POLICE ACADEMY 3. You guys are going to love POLICE ACADEMY MEETS THE CHILDREN OF THE CORN.” We suspect that he’s pulling our leg, but you never know... If you’re in Denver, Colorado March 14th through the 24th, go see the immersive art and opera production of “Bluebeard’s Castle” for us and tell us how it was. With audience sizes limited to 30, a small cast will bring

This week, we look at the Italian Giallo film, “Don’t Torture a Duckling” followed by the short film, “Don’t Stare” and then the recent horror film, “The Possession of Hannah Grace.” News Features: 1. A heads up that the Texas Frightmare Weekend is coming up May 3, 4, 5, 2019 in Dallas Texas. Their 14th annual event will feature all the vendors, screenings, previews, panels, and cosplay fun that major conventions have, as well as featuring guests Sam Raimi, Robert Englund, Meatloaf, Tim Curry, Bruce Campbell, and many others. They have a great website with full details and pricing. Sounds like one worth checking out if you’re in the area or want to make a pilgrimage. https://www.texasfrightmareweekend.com/ 2. If you ever dreamed of being in the world of The Evil Dead, you get a chance. An officially licensed escape room based on The Evil Dead 2: Dead by Dawn will be opening July 2019 in Seattle Washington. Hourglass Escapes will be adding the third escape room to their top-rate facility that already features

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the drive-in classic, “Drag Me To Hell” followed by our discussion of the short film, “Its Yellow Eyes”, and our modern-horror feature film, “Happy Death Day” Get your Pop Rocks ready, turn up the volume, and relax. Here we go...  News Features: If you remember the animal musicians from The Banana Splits Adventure Hour as your furry friends, that might change soon. The children’s show that aired from 1968 to 1970, and into syndication after that is going to get a horror retake. Reports are that Warner Brothers and Syfy are teaming up to bring the Splits gang back as a film is about “a boy named Harley” who is celebrating his birthday by attending a Banana Splits TV show taping with his family. Things then “take an unexpected turn, and the body count quickly rises.” Release details are still coming, though Dani Kind, Steve Lund, and Sara Canning will be joining the cast. We were skeptical, but there is already an IMDB page https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2019/02/

This time out, Kevin and Brian look at the 80s horror/comedy, “The Stuff” as well as two short films, “Blackbird” and “Nightcrawler.” Lastly, we check out the recent British film, “Crucible of the Vampire.”   News Features: 1. A heads up plan ahead for the Motor City Nightmares convention at the end of April, 2019. The annual event is coming up in Novi, Michigan April 26th through the 28th with all the usual convention goodness of vendors, panels, a film festival, signings, and celebrities the likes of Doug Bradley, Ashley Laurence, Andrew Robinson, and Simon Bamford of Hellraiser fame. As well as Dee Wallace, William Sadler, and a list of others. Sounds like it’s going to be a big deal and a lot of fun. Tickets and full details are available on their website Link: http://www.motorcitynightmares.com/ 2. It’s reported that Warner Brothers is developing a horror-tinged spinoff to Aquaman that may come out before the Aquaman 2 sequel. Details are still coming, and no director has yet been officially chosen. Appa

Love is in the air this week, that special holiday where you give someone your heart. Or take theirs by force if they won’t give it to you. Yes, Valentine’s Day. So after some news, we’ll cover the drive-in classic, “Valentine (2001)” followed by our discussion of the short films, “ My Sweet Valentine” and “Valentine’s Die”, and a little more recent, but still not-quite-new horror feature film, “My Bloody Valentine (2009)”. Open that box of chocolates, pour yourselves some wine, and relax. Here we go… News Features: 1. The new horror series "Welcome To Daisyland" will debut its first episode February 14th, 2019 on the BlackBoxTV channel on YouTube. Per the about page on their website "WELCOME TO DAISYLAND is a horror anthology series set behind the gates of the Daisyland Carnival, a music & mayhem shadow show. The carnival is a small but legendary one that began its run sometime in the early 1970s. No one knows for sure exactly when, only that is has appeared every fall, across the country in a series of

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the drive-in classic, “Ravenous (1999)” followed by our discussion of the short film, “tEXT”, and our modern-horror feature film, “Ravenous (2017)” Get your fudgesicles and orange-sherbert push ups, turn up the volume, and relax. Here we go...   News Features: Deadline.com reports that in part of the Syfy networks effort to expand into horror, a Chucky series is coming to television. They have the rights. They are forming a plan. The project comes from the Chucky movie franchise creator/writer Don Mancini and producer David Kirschner as well as TV writer-producer Nick Antosca (Hulu’s The Act). We will wait impatiently for our one of our favorite evil dolls to live again on the small screen. https://deadline.com/2019/01/chucky-tv-series-adaptation-syfy-don-mancini-david-kirschner-nick-antosca-1202544301/ A new tabletop role playing game Thousand Year Old Vampire by Tim Hutchings is due to be released June 1 of this year. Currently in a Kickstarter, the page has detailed

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the old drive-in classic, “The Abominable Dr. Phibes” followed by our discussion of the short film, “The Storm”, and our modern-horror feature film, “Hellraiser: Judgment.” Grab some snacks, turn up the volume, and lean back and relax. Here we go...   News Features: The classic 1960s Hammer Film thriller The Witches makes its Blu-ray debut March 19th, 2019 from Scream Factory. The release includes a new audio commentary with filmmaker and historian Ted Newsom, as well as the featurette on the women of Hammer Film and theatrical trailers. Fans can pre-order their copies now by visiting https://www.shoutfactory.com/product/the-witches?product_id=7008Haunted by the terrors of her experience with African witch-doctors, school teacher Gwen Mayfield (Joan Fontaine, Rebecca) accepts an appointment as headmistress at the Haddaby School run by Alan Bax (Alec McCowen, Frenzy) and his sister Stephanie (Kay Walsh, Stage Fright). Gwen initially revels in the peacefulness she has fou

News Features: 1. A new Ghostbusters movie for 2020 is a sure thing, details are still pending. Set in the same universe as the first two, ignoring the reboot (Much to the displeasure of Leslie Jones who starred in the reboot). Ivan Reitman who directed the original will be producer, and his son Jason will be writer/director. https://www.wired.com/story/new-ghostbusters-movie-2020/ 2. MPI Media Group, who holds Dark Shadows (The horror-tinged soap opera that ran for over 1,000 episodes from the mid 60s to early 70s), has just wrapped up a documentary this week that is due to be released this spring. Is directed by David Gregory and narrated by Ian McShane (Deadwood, American Gods) History and interviews with creator Dan Curtis and many of the actors and crew involved. https://www.horrorsociety.com/2019/01/19/mpi-media-group-wraps-production-on-highly-anticpated-documentary-master-of-dark-shadows/ 3. Shudder Greenlights ‘Creepshow’ Series Helmed By ‘The Walking Dead’s Greg Nicotero - Yes, Creepshow is going to

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the old drive-in classic, “Darkness Falls” followed by our discussion of the short film, “The Whistle” (1 and 2), and our modern-horror feature film, “Hereditary.” There’s someone lurking around in the shadows at the edge of the lot, and is that a machete he’s holding? Better car lock your doors and turn up the volume. Here we go... News Features: A Maine newspaper that horrified the bestselling author Stephen King by dropping its local book review coverage used his complaint to boost digital subscriptions. https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/jan/12/stephen-king-horror-book-review-portland-press-herald A new Walking Dead teaser trailer - Returning February 10th - gives more hints about The Talking Dead (The Whisperers) and their part in the second half of season 9 - There are 2 leaders Alpha (Samantha Morton - Minority Report, Code 46, and many other things) and Beta (Ryan Hurst - Bates Motel series, Sons of Anarchy, and many other things) https://www.youtube.com/wa

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the old drive-in classic, “Shutter” followed by our discussion of the short film, “The Smiling Man”, and our modern-horror feature film, “The Possession of Hannah Grace” Stick around here at the drive-in, it’s almost fully dark outside...   News Features: First photos and new plot details of Jordan Peele’s upcoming horror thriller Us have been released https://geektyrant.com/news/first-photos-and-new-plot-details-for-jordan-peeles-new-horror-thriller-us When urban legend becomes sort of real - The Russian Sleep Experiment is said to be in the works as a major motion picture https://www.dreadcentral.com/news/286639/familiarize-yourself-with-the-russian-sleep-experiment-soon-to-be-a-major-motion-picture/ Doug Bradley - Our favorite Pinhead - has written the foreward for an upcoming book Scared Sacred: Idolatry, Religion & Worshipin the Horror Film to be released in 2019, http://dougbradley.com/scared-sacred Registrations are now available to attend StokerCon 2019 in

This week, after the news, we’ll cover the old drive-in classic, “Mad Ron’s Prevues from Hell” followed by our discussion of the short film, “Predator Holiday Special”, and our modern-horror feature film, “The Nun” Stick around here at the drive-in, it’s almost fully dark outside…   News Features: Guillermo del Toro Produced ‘Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark’ Sets Summer 2019 Date https://bloody-disgusting.com/movie/3538269/guillermo-del-toro-produced-scary-stories-tell-dark-sets-summer–2019-date/ Ghost Story “Turn of the Screw” Gets Modern Adaptation https://bloody-disgusting.com/tv/3538444/1890-ghost-story-turn-screw-gets-modern-adaptation/ Predator Holiday Special Special https://www.dreadcentral.com/news/286433/theres-going-to-be-a-stop-motion-predator-christmas-special-on-comedy-central-next-week/ Twilight Zone New Years’ Marathon Returns https://www.syfy.com/syfy-twilight-zone-marathon–2019-schedule Netflix Just Renewed “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” for Third and Fourth Seasons https://bloody-d

In this first episode, we look at two of the Leprechaun series of movies: The original “Leprechaun” from 1985, and “Leprechaun Returns” from 2018. We also watch the short film “Blinky”   Horror Bulletin #1: Leprechauns! News Features: SyFy Reboots “Night Gallery” https://www.ihorror.com/syfy-developing-reboot-of-rod-serlings-night-gallery/ Toxic Avenger Reboot: https://www.horrornewsnetwork.net/legendary-entertainment-toxic-avenger/ Netflix Reveals Season 3 Episode Titles in New ‘Stranger Things’ Teaser https://www.horrornewsnetwork.net/netflix-reveals-season–3-episode-titles-in-new-stranger-things-teaser/ Rob Zombie Says Otis Will Be “Worse Than Ever” in ‘Three From Hell’! https://bloody-disgusting.com/movie/3537757/rob-zombie-says-otis-will-worse-ever-three-hell/ Jeffrey Dean Morgan Will Be Reprising the Role of John Winchester on “Supernatural” https://bloody-disgusting.com/tv/3537968/jeffrey-dean-morgan-will-reprising-role-john-winchester-supernatural/ Drive-In Special: “Leprechaun” Horror Short: “B