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Netflix’s ‘Castlevania’ Season 2 to be Unleashed This Year
One of the greatest injustices dealt to mankind is that Netflix, Sam Deats, Warren Willis and Powerhouse Animations give us only a single season of Castlevania, with a mere 4 episodes. Certainly, the series is near perfect and what fans of the Konami staple series hoped for, but to make such a strong series–which was in production hell for years–and end the first season so abruptly is criminal! Put a stake through our hearts, won’t you?…
We’ve all been waiting on the edge of our seats since July 7, 2017 when season 1 aired, but now we can expect when Dracula will unleash his minions once more!
The day has come, and like a symphony to our ears, Castlevania season 2 has been officially announced (as reported by CNET). Trevor Belmont and crew will be returning to combat Dracula’s hordes in season 2 on October 26th, 2018, as confirmed by John Derderian (director of Japan and global anime)!
Additionally, the new season will be 8 episodes, and made by the O.G. cast from season 1; meaning Sam Deats will direct, Warren Ellis will be writing; Powerhouse Animations will animate; and Adi Shankar will serve as executive producer.
If it seemed like this announcement couldn’t get any better, the voice cast from the first series–Richard Armitage (Trevor Belmont), James Callis (Alucard), and Alejandra Reynoso (Sypha Belnades)–will be returning to take up their characters once again.
While this may also be a spoiler for the next season, Trevor Belmont voice actor Armitage confirmed that production is already in progress for a season 3 as well! I suppose that means Trevor makes it out of season 3 alive, but no complaints in the slightest from myself!
Along with Castlevania season 2 (and 3) news, Netflix has also announced its anime adaptation of everyone’s favorite kaiju fighting humanoid alien, Ultraman! Nerdist reports that Production I.G. (The End of Evangelion and Patlabor) are teaming up with Kenji Kamiyama (Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex) and Shinji Aramaki (Appleseed Alpha) to bring the CGI anime Ultraman in 2019.
The series is set to adapt the sequel to the original Ultraman series, following the story of Ultraman’s son as he defends the earth from malevolent alien forces.
If you’re wanting to get more on hordes of demons and evil forces beyond the stars, you can check our article covering the Doom: Eternal trailer!
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First Look: On Set of ‘Welcome to Derry’ & Interview with Andy Muschietti
Rising from the sewers, drag performer and horror movie enthusiast The Real Elvirus took her fans behind the scenes of the MAX series Welcome to Derry in an exclusive hot-set tour. The show is scheduled to release sometime in 2025, but a firm date has not been set.
Filming is taking place in Canada in Port Hope, a stand-in for the fictional New England town of Derry located within the Stephen King universe. The sleepy location has been transformed into a township from the 1960s.
Welcome to Derry is the prequel series to director Andrew Muschietti’s two-part adaptation of King’s It. The series is interesting in that it’s not only about It, but all the people who live in Derry — which includes some iconic characters from the King ouvre.
Elvirus, dressed as Pennywise, tours the hot set, careful not to reveal any spoilers, and speaks with Muschietti himself, who reveals exactly how to pronounce his name: Moose-Key-etti.
The comical drag queen was given an all-access pass to the location and uses that privilege to explore props, facades and interview crew members. It’s also revealed that a second season is already greenlit.
Take a look below and let us know what you think. And are you looking forward to the MAX series Welcome to Derry?
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New Trailer For This Year’s Nauseating ‘In a Violent Nature’ Drops
We recently ran a story about how one audience member who watched In a Violent Nature became sick and puked. That tracks, especially if you read the reviews after its premiere at this year’s Sundance Film Festival where one critic from USA Today said it had “The gnarliest kills I’ve ever seen.”
What makes this slasher unique is that it’s mostly viewed from the killer’s perspective which may be a factor in why one audience member tossed their cookies during a recent screening at Chicago Critics Film Fest.
Those of you with strong stomachs can watch the movie upon its limited release in theaters on May 31. Those who want to be closer to their own john can wait until it releases on Shudder sometime after.
For now, take a look at the newest trailer below:
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James McAvoy Leads a Stellar Cast in the New Psychological Thriller “Control”
James McAvoy is back in action, this time in the psychological thriller “Control”. Known for his ability to elevate any film, McAvoy’s latest role promises to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. Production is now underway, a joint effort between Studiocanal and The Picture Company, with filming taking place in Berlin at Studio Babelsberg.
“Control” is inspired by a podcast by Zack Akers and Skip Bronkie and features McAvoy as Doctor Conway, a man who wakes up one day to the sound of a voice that begins to command him with chilling demands. The voice challenges his grip on reality, pushing him towards extreme actions. Julianne Moore joins McAvoy, playing a key, enigmatic character in Conway’s story.
The ensemble cast also includes talented actors such as Sarah Bolger, Nick Mohammed, Jenna Coleman, Rudi Dharmalingam, Kyle Soller, August Diehl, and Martina Gedeck. They’re directed by Robert Schwentke, known for the action-comedy “Red,” who brings his distinctive style to this thriller.
Besides “Control,” McAvoy fans can catch him in the horror remake “Speak No Evil,” set for a September 13 release. The film, also featuring Mackenzie Davis and Scoot McNairy, follows an American family whose dream holiday turns into a nightmare.
With James McAvoy in a leading role, “Control” is poised to be a standout thriller. Its intriguing premise, coupled with a stellar cast, makes it one to keep on your radar.
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