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‘Family Possessions’ Delivers Spine Curdling Shivers & Goosebumps [Review]
Several months back I read a short synopsis for Tommy Faircloth’s Family Possessions, and I immediately was hooked. At that moment I knew this film would be required viewing and I was ecstatic at the mere thought of the opportunity to view it. Finally, the day came. My surroundings and feelings transformed instantly to that of a young boy I once knew, running down the stairs on Christmas morning to be mesmerized by the gift that awaited.
The horror genre consists of many different layers, and this is why the genre appeals to so many and serves as the primary reason for my attraction. People are very fascinated with the fright factor, captivating on death and the unknown. Horror films hit home so to speak when the viewer can find relevance in what he or she is watching. Family Possessions offers this connection, capturing societal issues such as family dysfunction, bullying, and the universal fear of the unknown.
Family Possessions whips up a creepy dose of psychological cinematic terror that has no bounds. The film is light on special effects which allowed for a generated suspense assorted with fear through what is suggested rather than what is seen. The town has a creepy gloominess that lingers throughout, and at times appears eerier than the home that the family has inhabited; It felt like a Twilight Zone throwback, and I was enjoying it!
The film follows a financially-troubled family moving into the home of a deceased relative. Main character Racheal Dunn (Leah Wiseman) has inherited this house and all of its contents from her grandmother. The grandmother’s Will specifies that the family can reside in the house as long as her granddaughter lives there as well. The financially stricken family is now left with no option but to remain in the home. Strange noises along with objects moving create the eerie sensation that the family has inherited more than just a home. Racheal soon discovers that her family has been hiding a secret about her grandmother causing her to think twice about staying in the home. Family Possessions is an exquisitely made and terrifying horror film allowing circumstances to grow more deceitful as each family member’s faith and commitment are tested in immense ways. This film comes with the highest of recommends.
The film also stars Mark Patton (A Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge) as Tyson, Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp) as Susan, Jason Vail (Dollface) as Steve Dunn and Morgan Moning (Worldly Possessions) as Sarah Dunn. I must say what a pleasure it was having Mark Patton back on the screen again after three decades and of course always enjoyable to see Felissa Rose back at it again!
Family Possessions had its World Premiere at the Nightmares Film Festival that took place back in October in Columbus, Ohio. This past weekend the film was shown at Days of The Dead Chicago.
Be sure to check back with iHorror.com for news, updates and interviews as this film circulate through the Festival Circuit!
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Ryan T. Cusick is a writer for ihorror.com and very much enjoys conversation and writing about anything within the horror genre. Horror first sparked his interest after watching the original, The Amityville Horror when he was the tender age of three. Ryan lives in California with his wife and Eleven-year-old daughter, who is also expressing interest in the horror genre. Ryan recently received his Master’s Degree in Psychology and has aspirations to write a novel. Ryan can be followed on Twitter @Nytmare112
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Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed
The latest exorcism movie is about to drop this summer. It’s aptly titled The Exorcism and it stars Academy Award winner turned B-movie savant Russell Crowe. The trailer dropped today and by the looks of it, we are getting a possession movie that takes place on a movie set.
Just like this year’s recent demon-in-media-space film Late Night With the Devil, The Exorcism happens during a production. Although the former takes place on a live network talk show, the latter is on an active sound stage. Hopefully, it won’t be entirely serious and we’ll get some meta chuckles out of it.
The film will open in theaters on June 7, but since Shudder also acquired it, it probably won’t be long after that until it finds a home on the streaming service.
Crowe plays, “Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. The film also stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.”
Crowe did see some success in last year’s The Pope’s Exorcist mostly because his character was so over-the-top and infused with such comical hubris it bordered on parody. We will see if that is the route actor-turned-director Joshua John Miller takes with The Exorcism.
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Win a Stay at The Lizzie Borden House From Spirit Halloween
Spirit Halloween has declared that this week marks the start of spooky season and to celebrate they are offering fans a chance to stay at the Lizzie Borden House with so many perks Lizzie herself would approve.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA is claimed to be one of the most haunted houses in America. Of course one lucky winner and up to 12 of their friends will find out if the rumors are true if they win the grand prize: A private stay in the notorious house.
“We are delighted to work with Spirit Halloween to roll out the red carpet and offer the public a chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience at the infamous Lizzie Borden House, which also includes additional haunted experiences and merchandise,” said Lance Zaal, President & Founder of US Ghost Adventures.
Fans can enter to win by following Spirit Halloween‘s Instagram and leaving a comment on the contest post from now through April 28.
The prize also includes:
An exclusive guided house tour, including insider insight around the murder, the trial, and commonly reported hauntings
A late-night ghost tour, complete with professional ghost-hunting gear
A private breakfast in the Borden family dining room
A ghost hunting starter kit with two pieces of Ghost Daddy Ghost Hunting Gear and a lesson for two at US Ghost Adventures Ghost Hunting Course
The ultimate Lizzie Borden gift package, featuring an official hatchet, the Lizzie Borden board game, Lily the Haunted Doll, and America’s Most Haunted Volume II
Winner’s choice of a Ghost Tour experience in Salem or a True Crime experience in Boston for two
“Our Halfway to Halloween celebration provides fans an exhilarating taste of what’s to come this fall and empowers them to start planning for their favorite season as early as they please,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween. “We have cultivated an incredible following of enthusiasts who embody the Halloween lifestyle, and we’re thrilled to bring the fun back to life.”
Spirit Halloween is also preparing for their retail haunted houses. On Thursday, August 1 their flagship store in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. will officially open to start off the season. That event usually draws in hordes of people eager to see what new merch, animatronics, and exclusive IP goods will be trending this year.
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Danny Boyle is revisiting his 28 Days Later universe with three new films. He will direct the first, 28 Years Later, with two more to follow. Deadline is reporting that sources say Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes have been cast for the first entry, a sequel to the original. Details are being kept under wraps so we don’t know how or if the first original sequel 28 Weeks Later fits into the project.
Boyle will direct the first movie but it’s unclear which role he will take on in the subsequent films. What is known is Candyman (2021) director Nia DaCosta is scheduled to direct the second film in this trilogy and that the third will be filmed immediately afterward. Whether DaCosta will direct both is still unclear.
Alex Garland is writing the scripts. Garland is having a successful time at the box office right now. He wrote and directed the current action/thriller Civil War which was just knocked out of the theatrical top spot by Radio Silence’s Abigail.
There is no word yet on when, or where, 28 Years Later will start production.
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