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‘Borderlands 3: Guns, Love and Tentacles’ Gets All Lovecrafty

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H.P. Lovecraft fans we have had quite a time as of late. Recently, films are full of Lovecraft lore. The Color Out of Space and a few others leading that maddened and possibly tentacle clad charge. As if that wasn’t swell enough, games have followed in suit, namely Borderland 3’s phantasmagorical DLC entry Guns, Love and Tentacles: The Marriage of Wainwright and Hammerlock.

The big game hunter and the arms manufacturer are tying the knot and you are invited. Of course, with a couple of characters like Wainwright and Hammerlock, you have to expect a few eccentric irregularities when it comes to wedding location. In this case the ice encased and Lovecraft inspired planet of Xylourgos.

Once, you arrive to The Lodge where the two have decided to get married, events begin to unfold a sinister underbelly. One, that is full of new beasts, occultists and a sleeping behemoth.

Those familiar with Borderlands 3 already, know that this game is a fantastic experience. One that feels lived in and constantly has a wisecracking edge to all dialogue. Guns, Love and Tentacles is more of what you love about Borderlands 3, but it introduces a fantastic new world to explore. Xylourgos comes with these amazing blues, and hyper neon pinks and greens that assist in creating something that hasn’t yet been seen in Borderlands. All that adds to this new atmosphere that is uniquely its own piece of the larger lore.

Borderlands treats the work of HP Lovecraft as a stepping off point but handles this material the same as everything else in the world. Namely, its Lovecraft but its obviously making fun of itself. You can tell that Gearbox has a love for the authors work, but does a nice job of never letting that kill the vibe of what Borderlands is.

For example, a side mission takes you on quest to assist a villager get to his fish queen. This eventually ends in the quite mad villager disguising himself inside of a giant fish to become a fish person. All that before being lowered into the depths of the ocean to meet his queen.

The whole thing has an edge on it that I didn’t think was possible with the serious nature of Lovecraft’s work. It’s a first for this sort of approach and I’m in love with it.

Get ready for a whole lot more guns. As with everything in these games its pretty much all about the guns. This DLC has more than enough to be awestruck with. Namely, Hammerlock’s shotgun. An item that I haven’t put down once since it entered my inventory.

The size of this DLC is enormous. I mean, there are some serious vast locations that make up the landscape of Xylourgos. Lot’s of stuff to explore and if you look closely there are tons of Lovecraft related easter eggs to locate. I’m not a fan of DLC being points of commerce without paying attention to the bigger picture. However, in this case Gearbox really took care to make this feel like a part of this world and managed to make it a fulfilling experience.

Guns, Love and Tentacles flat out rules. It’s a hybrid of everything you already loved about Borderlands with a lot of Lovecraft mythos thrown into the mix. It’s a massive amount of DLC that has tons of gnarly weapons and a boss that is one of the toughest, that I have faced in Borderlands. If you are still on the fence about this one, get off that fence it’s way too small and you should know better. Oh, and also this is really good and you should should give it a look, Lovecraft fans.

Guns, Love and Tentacles is available now on PS4, Xbox and PC.

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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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