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31 Scary Story Nights: October 13th “The Blackboard”

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Ooooo, it’s Friday the 13th in October, and we have a particularly chilling tale for you tonight!  This one is called The Blackboard, and it’s one that’s brand new to me.  I only just discovered it while researching for this project.  It’s based on a Korean Ghost Story, and it’s really quite terrifying.  My hope is that it’ll be new for you too!

Let’s give it a try!

***Writer’s Note:  We here at iHorror are big proponents of responsible parenting.  Some of the stories in this series may be too much for your little ones.  Please read ahead and decide if your kids can handle this story!  If not, find another story for tonight or simply come back to see us tomorrow.  In other words, don’t blame me for your kids nightmares!***

The Blackboard as retold by Waylon Jordan

There once was a teacher who had a reputation for being particularly strict and cruel in his punishments.  He would often force his students to stay after class to study in the library long into the evening when they misbehaved.

In order to ensure that they stayed, each student was given the teacher’s cell phone number and were assigned a number with which to check in.  There were 30 students in his class and when they were punished they had to call him at specific times to let him know they were still studying.

Some teachers would have worried that they were simply calling from home or while hanging out with friends, but this teacher’s reputation was so tough not a single student dared try to trick him.

Almost every night he would receive phone calls and he answered with no small amount of sadistic glee.

One evening, as he sat at home waiting for the inevitable phone call, his phone rang with a simple Unknown Caller on the Caller ID.  He answered immediately.

“Hello, Teacher…this is number 31.”

Before he could tell the caller he had no student 31, the girl hung up the phone.  He sat there staring at the phone unsure of what had just happened.  He knew he had no student 31, and the thought that one of his students might be prank calling him made him furious.

He stormed into his classroom the next day determined to root out the prank caller but though he threatened them all, no student came forward to admit to making the phone call.  Even the threat of beating each of the students did no good!

He gave them all detention and went home with no sense of accomplishment, settling in to a night of answering the phone as each of his students called to report they were still working.  It was almost 9 pm when his phone rang with Unknown Caller and he furiously answered.

“Hello, teacher.  This is number 31,” the timid female voice spoke.

“Who is this?” He demanded of the voice, but the line went dead once again.

The teacher spent another day threatening students to no avail, and even going so far as to threaten students who weren’t even in his class, but no matter what he said, no one would come forward.

Defeated, he returned home that evening and did not even flinch when the phone rang with Unknown Caller again.  No matter what he did, the calls continued to come in each night.  The same timid voice, the same insistence that she was student number 31.

One night, when he asked who was calling yet again and insisted again that he had only 30 students in his class, she finally responded.

“I watch your class everyday, teacher, but you always turn your back to me.  I wish I could see your face.”

The teacher was almost heartbroken by that voice, and the next day he changed.  He was nice to his class, and stopped his cruel punishments.  Still, the phone calls continued even after he changed his phone number.

He soon decided to take a medical leave as the strain became too much.  Medical leave turned into permanent retirement.

Several years later, the school was remodeling, and when they tore the blackboard from the teacher’s classroom, they found the skeleton of young girl hidden there…

Well, I don’t know about you, but that creeped me out completely!  Thank you for joining us for another scary story night!  Don’t forget to join us again tomorrow for another terrifying tale!

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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.

Arcadian Movie Trailer

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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