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The Many Faces of Danny Trejo

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Danny Trejo, an actor known for his bad ass roles and hard, chiseled exterior has been a veteran of horror films since Robert Rodriguez’s From Dusk Till Dawn.  Before the cult classic vampire film Trejo had a collection of credits including ‘Prisoner,’ ‘Prison Inmate,’ ‘Tough Prisoner #1,’ 2nd Inmate’ and ‘Tattoo Artist.’

Finally in the late 1990’s he began picking up more memorable roles, beginning with the vampire cult classic by Rodriguez and Tarantino where he played Razor Charlie, a bad ass vampire who easily towered over and out muscled co-star George Clooney.  In fact, Trejo was brought back for the two consecutive films in the Till Dawn series; Texas Blood Money and The Hangman’s Daughter.  To round out the From Dusk Till Dawn experience, Rodriguez brought Trejo back one final time for his series by the same name on his El Rey network.

In 1997 he picked up the roll of Johnny-23 in the movie Con Air alongside John Malkovich.  While bit roles were still peppered into his career at this time, his type-casting worked in his favor as he picked up more involved roles.

Many fans know of his work in the Grindhouse style horror movie Machete, but ironically this character began in Spy Kids, also by Rodriguez as Uncle Machete to the main stars, on screen niece and nephew Carmen and Juni.

Trejo picked up the Machete again in a fake trailer preceding the Rodriguez film Planet Terror.  Arguably the fake trailer gained more notoriety than the film it lead up to!  Rodriguez noticed this and decided to roll the dice on a movie made from just snippets put together to make the trailer and work backwards, making a full feature film.  Watch the original trailer bellow that started it all!

 

Despite the challenge of working backwards the film instantly gained cult status.  Grabbing the bull by its horns Rodriguez quickly saw the potential and began working on two sequels, Machete Kills which was released in 2013 and the third installment which is currently under production, Machete Kills in Space.

Trejo also found a home in many of Rob Zombie’s films, including Devil’s Rejects and 2007’s Halloween.

In an unlikely turn of events, a man who is known from his menacing exterior and brute force, Trejo has taken many voice acting jobs.  Some of the more notable ones include; The Adventures of Puss in Boots, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Phineas and Ferb.  Can you believe it?  A man who used someone’s intestines to swing out a window worked on children’s television shows!  It kind of blows your mind, doesn’t it?!

Currently Trejo has been balancing his movie and television appearances with commercials.  Knowing his background in film these commercials had me rolling!  I love a man who can step back and laugh at themselves, and that is exactly what these commercials do.  He’s not afraid to shed his hard exterior for the sake of comedy.

The first time we see Trejo in a commercial is in 2015’s Superbowl commercial for Snickers.  In this parody he plays a hostel Marcia from the Brady Bunch, and with hair like that he certainly can rival her blonde locks.  Take a look bellow!

https://youtu.be/y3RclLJraqw


He then followed up his commercial career with the recent tv spots for Sling TV.  The first one is a very traditional Trejo, wearing his black shirt and exposing his muscles, sitting backwards on a chair and owning his look.

https://youtu.be/kO8qG6XetTM

 

However, the second one is what had me in stitches.  In this Sling TV commercial he is dressed as a hipster working in a coffee shop where he is trying to comfort a young heartbroken women in his own, awkward way.

https://youtu.be/La6fbhrkcBA

While many see this actor as just a one trick pony, he has many different avenues in the entertainment industry, including movies, television, commercials, and voice overs for kid shows as well as video games.  While I can’t wait for Machete Kills in Space, I find everything he does entertaining and I look forward to him continuing his career in whichever way makes him happy because I haven’t seen him make a wrong choice yet.

 

Here is a bonus video of how they shot the Brady Bunch Snickers commercial with Danny Trejo.

https://youtu.be/oTXiHFOnveA

And click here for another bonus Snickers video that wasn’t the easiest to find.

 

 

 

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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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