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Loftus Hall, Ireland’s Most Haunted Manor, is Up for Sale

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Loftus Hall, a gorgeous Georgian manor house in County Wexford, Ireland, has been placed on the market for sale. Buyers be warned, however, you will have more than 22 bedrooms and sprawling grounds to tend. Some say, the Devil, himself, once took up residence, and it has been haunted ever since.

Though some mark its historic beginnings in 1170, that first building was replaced in 1350 during the time of the Black Death and named Redmond Hall. Later, in the 17th century, during the Irish Confederate Wars, the hall was attacked by soldiers loyal to Charles I. It would come under fire a handful more times throughout the conflict and within 40 years, the Redmond Family were dispossessed by the Loftus Family and the Hall was renamed.

It was not until the 18th century that the home began to earn its haunting reputation, however.

In the late 1700s, Charles Tottenham became the Lord of Loftus Hall after taking on the name of his wife, Anne Loftus upon their marriage. Together, they had six children, including a daughter named Anne for her mother. After his wife died, Charles married a second wife–his cousin Jane–and they lived together in the Hall for the remainder of their lives.

One night, when the daughter Anne was older, a ship arrived bearing a handsome man who the family invited to stay with them. The young man and Anne grew close during his stay until a fateful card game changed the young woman’s life forever.

During the game, Anne reportedly bent down to pick up a card that had fallen to the floor when under the table, she saw that the man had a cloven hoof for a foot. She sat up, startled, with fear in her eyes and immediately called out the man. With a wicked grin, he was said to have flown straight up out of his chair and out of the roof of the house, leaving a large hole in his wake.

The grand staircase of Loftus Hall was restored by its most recent owners.

Shortly thereafter, Anne became mentally ill and the family locked her away in her favorite room in the house where she sat night and day, refusing food, with her knees drawn up under her chin, looking out the window for the man to return. Anne soon died, but she had sat in that position for so long that the family was unable to straighten out her body after death and so she was buried with her knees drawn up to her chest.

Though her body was taken away, Anne’s spirit has reportedly wandered the halls of the building ever since.

Later in the 19th century, when the building was under repairs, the remains of an infant were recovered from the wall of that very room where Anne was sequestered by her family. It is theorized that Anne had a dalliance with the young, handsome man and was locked away when her family learned she was pregnant. It is theorized that she gave birth in that room but let the baby die in her illness and she soon followed the infant in death.

Either way, it is widely believed that it is Anne who primarily haunts Loftus Hall, though visitors have reported the appearance of numerous spirits standing in the windows and roaming the halls at night. The claims have been so frequent that Loftus Hall has become known as the most haunted manor house in Ireland.

And now, you can own it for the bargain price of only $2.87 million, but you’ll have your work cut out for you. The 27,000 square foot building and its 63 acres are in need of serious attention. According to All That’s Interesting, replacing the 97 windows in the home will cost at least $400,000.

Regardless, it would be amazing to be able to roam these building and grounds at will and to possibly discover the secrets of Loftus Hall. For more information on the home, email the current own at [email protected].

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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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