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Texas Chainsaw Massacre Fan Film Recreates Atmosphere of the Original
As we recently learned, a Texas Chain Saw Massacre prequel titled Leatherface is soon headed our way, set to delve into the title character’s teenage years. But if you don’t want to wait to hear that chainsaw rev up once more, then we’ve got a little treat for you today.
Gary J. Tunnicliffe is nothing short of a special effects master, having contributed his non-CG skills to films like Candyman, Wishmaster, Blade, Halloween: Resurrection and 2009’s My Bloody Valentine remake, with that impressive list merely representing the tip of the iceberg when it comes to his career.
A huge fan of the original Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Tunnicliffe recently wrote and directed his own fan film, which he’s calling The Chicken Run. A three-minute homage to the overall atmosphere of the horror classic, the short brings Leatherface back to life, and you better believe he’s got his chainsaw with him.
In the film, a young woman wakes up in a living nightmare, discovering her hands and feet bound, her body drenched in sweat and her brother impaled on a nearby meat hook. It’s not long before a door is pulled open and the sounds of a chainsaw beginning cutting through the humid Texas heat…
Check out the full short below, which was shot in only one day, and head behind the scenes over on the official Chicken Run website.
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Radio Silence No Longer Attached to ‘Escape From New York’
Radio Silence has certainly had its ups and downs over the past year. First, they said they wouldn’t be directing another sequel to Scream, but their movie Abigail became a box office hit among critics and fans. Now, according to Comicbook.com, they won’t be pursuing the Escape From New York reboot that was announced late last year.
Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin are the duo behind the directing/production team. They talked with Comicbook.com and when questioned about Escape From New York project, Gillett gave this answer:
“We are not, unfortunately. I think titles like that bounce around for a while and I think they’ve tried to get that out of the blocks a few times. I think it’s just ultimately a tricky rights issue thing. There’s a clock on it and we just weren’t in a position to make the clock, ultimately. But who knows? I think, in hindsight, it feels crazy that we would think we would, post-Scream, step into a John Carpenter franchise. You never know. There’s still interest in it and we’ve had a few conversations about it but we’re not attached in any official capacity.”
Radio Silence has yet to announce any of its upcoming projects.
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Movies
Shelter in Place, New ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ Trailer Drops
The third installment of the A Quiet Place franchise is set to release only in theaters on June 28. Even though this one is minus John Krasinski and Emily Blunt, it still looks terrifyingly magnificent.
This entry is said to be a spin-off and not a sequel to the series, although it’s technically more a prequel. The wonderful Lupita Nyong’o takes center stage in this movie, along with Joseph Quinn as they navigate through New York City under siege by bloodthirsty aliens.
The official synopsis, as if we need one, is “Experience the day the world went quiet.” This, of course, refers to the quick-moving aliens who are blind but have an enhanced sense of hearing.
Under the direction of Michael Sarnoski (Pig) this apocalyptic suspense thriller will be released the same day as the first chapter in Kevin Costner’s three-part epic western Horizon: An American Saga.
Which one will you see first?
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Rob Zombie Joins McFarlane Figurine’s “Music Maniacs” Line
Rob Zombie is joining the growing cast of horror music legends for McFarlane collectibles. The toy company, headed by Todd McFarlane, has been doing its Movie Maniacs line since 1998, and this year they have created a new series called Music Maniacs. This includes legendary musicians, Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper, and Trooper Eddie from Iron Maiden.
Adding to that iconic list is director Rob Zombie formerly of the band White Zombie. Yesterday, via Instagram, Zombie posted that his likeness will join the Music Maniacs line. The “Dracula” music video inspires his pose.
He wrote: “Another Zombie action figure is headed your way from @toddmcfarlane ☠️ It’s been 24 years since the first one he did of me! Crazy! ☠️ Preorder now! Coming this summer.”
This won’t be the first time Zombie has been featured with the company. Back in 2000, his likeness was the inspiration for a “Super Stage” edition where he is equipped with hydraulic claws in a diorama made of stones and human skulls.
For now, McFarlane’s Music Maniacs collection is only available for pre-order. The Zombie figure is limited to only 6,200 pieces. Pre-order yours at the McFarlane Toys website.
Specs:
- Incredibly detailed 6” scale figure featuring ROB ZOMBIE likeness
- Designed with up to 12 points of articulation for posing and play
- Accessories include microphone and mic stand
- Includes art card with numbered certificate of authenticity
- Showcased in Music Maniacs themed window box packaging
- Collect all McFarlane Toys Music Maniacs Metal Figures
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