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4 Burning Questions for Stranger Things Season 2

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Season 2 of Netflix’s runaway hit will begin filming soon. That leaves us with some questions about what to expect. If you haven’t finished binge-streaming this fantastic show yet (shame on you, by the way), beware of spoilers ahead.

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Is Anyone Going to Notice Barb is Gone?

Poor Barb. She gives Nancy a ride to Steve’s house even though he and his mouthbreather friends are dicks to her. She doesn’t even want to go, but she’s a good friend. When Nancy gives her the cold shoulder and tells her to go home, Barb gets pulled into the Upside Down and is a victim of the Demogorgon.

We see her lifeless body in the Upside Down in the finale, and while there was some speculation that she could be rescued like Will, the Duffer Brothers have confirmed that she’s dead. Granted everything is happening so quickly towards the end of season 1, but only Nancy seems upset that she’s gone missing, and fears the worst. Hell, Will even got a funeral and a class assembly, while Barb just got a vague “runaway” explanation from the shady government agents.

The good news for Barb fans, Shannon Purser, who’d never acted before “Stranger Things,” has been cast in the CW’s upcoming series “Riverdale,” where she’ll be rubbing elbows with Archie, Veronica, Jughead et al. So that’s not such a bad fate after all.

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What Did Will Bring Back With Him?

Upon his return, Will seems OK…except for when he has to cough up slugs now and then. What’s up with that?

The Demogorgon could’ve killed him but instead left him there with some slug/tentacle thing down his throat. I got a real “Alien” vibe from that. Is that how the monster reproduces?

This poses a lot of possibilities, like what if Will brings a Demogorgon infestation into Hawkins? If that’s the case, we may see a quarantine of the town, with more ruthless government agents in biohazard suits.

Is he going to just keep coughing them up, or are they going to hatch inside him when they get big enough? Something tells me poor Will isn’t out of the woods yet.

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Who Are the New Characters?

Fans will be meeting some new characters next season. Here’s the breakdown on Max, Billy and Roman from The Hollywood Reporter:

  • Max: “Max is a tough and confident 13-year-old female whose appearance, behavior and pursuits are more typical of boys than of girls in the era. She has a complicated history and a difficult relationship with her stepbrother, Billy, that’s made her protective of her past and generally suspicious of those around her. She’s also good on a skateboard, which she uses to get around pretty much everywhere.”

 

  • Billy: “Billy is a super muscular, overconfident 17-year-old. He’s so captivating and edgy that there are rumors flying around that he killed someone at a school he attended in the past. Billy steals peoples’ girlfriends, is a drinking-game pro and drives a black Camaro. But his violent and unpredictable nature shows itself to those closest to him, especially to ones who are younger than he is.”

 

  • Roman: “Roman, meanwhile, is described as a male or a female of any ethnicity between the ages of 30 and 38. After growing up homeless with a drug-addicted mother, he or she suffered a great loss at an early age and has been seeking revenge ever since. Roman is ultimately an outsider who doesn’t understand how to connect with people.”

 

Max sounds like she’s going to be a really fun character. Hopefully she joins up with the boys — I think she could really add to their dynamic and I look forward to seeing her going everywhere on her skateboard Marty McFly-style, keeping up with the kids on their bikes. Billy sounds like a typical 80’s badass, right down to the Camaro. Roman sounds like he or she could be the child of an early experimental subject, maybe even a proto-Eleven.

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What is the Upside Down?

We have some understanding of the shadowy place where Will and Barb were taken:

  • It’s another dimension, or plane of existence, that mirrors our own in some ways — for instance, the Byers house has a location on both sides.
  • It’s a dark place with dead plant life and what looks like ashes everywhere.
  • In some places the wall between worlds is thin, and that it’s possible to communicate with someone on the other side.

And of course, we know that it’s populated by at least one terrifying monster. But what is the Upside Down? Why is everything there so dead and creepy?

One Reddit user suggested that this place could be our world in an alternate timeline where the US was ravaged by nuclear war. That makes sense, since this story takes place during the Cold War and we know Eleven was being used to spy on the Russians. From what we’ve seen of the Upside Down, it certainly looks like the place has endured some kind of disaster. Hey, what if the monster was a human who was mutated by massive amounts of radiation?

No matter the answers, Season 2 can’t come soon enough. What are you excited to see? Feel free to share your thoughts and theories.

 

About the author: Mike Joyce is an editor at a content marketing agency and a freelance writer. In the summertime he’s a Cape Cod-bred beach bum, but in the fall he transforms into a plaid-wearing, apple-picking autumn fanatic. However, he loves all things horror, all year long. Mike lives in the Boston area with his wife. 

 

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

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The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

Maxwell Jenkins, Nicolas Cage, and Jaeden Martell 

Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

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The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

David Dastmalchian in Late Night with the Devil

The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

Rotten Tomatoes score as of 3/28/2024

Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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