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Iconic Horror Homes. Could Yours Be Next?
Over the years we identify and recognize our horror films by the actors and actresses that portray our heroes and villains, but what about some of the iconic homes featured in our favorite horror films? I believe the house is as much of a character in a horror movie than the monsters, spirits, and slashers that we have all come to love. A home serves more than just the backdrop of a horror film; the house is almost a breathing, living character.
We often spout out about our experiences meeting an actor or actress involved in horror, but what about an actual home? Do you remember your first time? I sure as hell do. It happened about a decade ago…
It was a brisk early October morning, around two am. A friend and I had just experienced one of the scariest events in Southern California, Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights, and we were exhausted. As we treaded down the Hollywood freeway my friend leans into me, “Alright, you ready?” I shuddered, “Ready for what? Dude I’m done, I’m spent, let’s head the hell back home.” My friend replied with grave persistence, “Nope, I got something I need to show you.” I just sat there speechless, peering out the passenger window, just wanting to go home and rest my head on that soft pillow. I must have dozed off for a little bit, as I awoke we were slowly gliding down a dark street, very unfamiliar to me, I immediately perched up, and glared out the window, wondering where we were. The narrow road flourished with trees; many still had their leaves intact. We eventually came to a stop, and there she was in all her glory 1428 North Genesee Avenue, Nancy Thompson’s home from Wes Craven’s A Nightmare On Elm Street. My heart began to throb, and I had this nervousness that sprung from the pit of my stomach, a warm sensation came over me, I stood in front of a home featured in my favorite horror film, something I grew up with, watching, and that was my first time.
Now let’s take a look at some famous homes used in horror films and then we’ll tell you how your very own home can star in a horror film.
Enjoy!
Southern California Filmmaking Team Possibly Looking For Your Home!
Well, if you’re in the southern California area here is a unique opportunity for your home to be featured in a new supernatural thriller, a Horror fan’s dream come true! This project HAS recognizable names and faces that you will know. This is a supernatural feature that is looking for a private home in Los Angeles or Ventura County. The feature is currently slated to start filming on Monday, June 18th, 2018 and will commence on July 5, 2018. The location will be used for the first 13 days of filming.
What the production is looking for:
• The story centers around a surviving family member who abandoned the family home after a tragedy in the 70s (so anything more modern will not work). Production is seeking a home that is very private/remote (ie in the woods, surrounded by woods, far down a dirt road, etc.).
• Must have two floors and min of 3 bedrooms.
• A cellar/attic or separate enclosed structure on the property is a plus (but not a deal breaker)
• The larger the lot of land its on – the better.
If you’re interested email all your inquiries, description (with photos of interior and exterior to: [email protected]
There are some fantastic perks and compensation associated with your home starring in a film! You never know, someday it may make our list of famous horror homes!
Until next time, #StayScary!
- Featured Image – Monster House Courtesy of Amblin Entertainment.
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Brad Dourif Says He’s Retiring Except For One Important Role
Brad Dourif has been doing movies for nearly 50 years. Now it seems he is walking away from the industry at 74 to enjoy his golden years. Except, there is a caveat.
Recently, digital entertainment publication JoBlo’s Tyler Nichols talked to some of the Chucky television series cast members. During the interview, Dourif made an announcement.
“Dourif said that he’s retired from acting,” says Nichols. “The only reason he came back for the show was because of his daughter Fiona and he considers Chucky creator Don Mancini to be family. But for non-Chucky stuff, he considers himself retired.”
Dourif has voiced the possessed doll since 1988 (minus the 2019 reboot). The original movie “Child’s Play” has become such a cult classic it’s at the top of some people’s best chillers of all time. Chucky himself is ingrained in pop culture history much like Frankenstein or Jason Voorhees.
While Dourif may be known for his famous voiceover, he is also an Oscar-nominated actor for his part in One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest. Another famous horror role is The Gemini Killer in William Peter Blatty’s Exorcist III. And who can forget Betazoid Lon Suder in Star Trek: Voyager?
The good news is that Don Mancini is already pitching a concept for season four of Chucky which might also include a feature-length movie with a series tie-in. So, Although Dourif says he is retiring from the industry, ironically he is Chucky’s friend till the end.
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Editorial
7 Great ‘Scream’ Fan Films & Shorts Worth a Watch
The Scream franchise is such an iconic series, that many budding filmmakers take inspiration from it and make their own sequels or, at least, build upon the original universe created by screenwriter Kevin Williamson. YouTube is the perfect medium to showcase these talents (and budgets) with fan-made homages with their own personal twists.
The great thing about Ghostface is that he can appear anywhere, in any town, he just needs the signature mask, knife, and unhinged motive. Thanks to Fair Use laws it’s possible to expand upon Wes Craven’s creation by simply getting a group of young adults together and killing them off one by one. Oh, and don’t forget the twist. You’ll notice that Roger Jackson’s famous Ghostface voice is uncanny valley, but you get the gist.
We have gathered five fan films/shorts related to Scream that we thought were pretty good. Although they can’t possibly match the beats of a $33 million blockbuster, they get by on what they have. But who needs money? If you’re talented and motivated anything is possible as proven by these filmmakers who are well on their way to the big leagues.
Take a look at the below films and let us know what you think. And while you’re at it, leave these young filmmakers a thumbs up, or leave them a comment to encourage them to create more films. Besides, where else are you going to see Ghostface vs. a Katana all set to a hip-hop soundtrack?
Scream Live (2023)
Ghostface (2021)
Ghost Face (2023)
Don’t Scream (2022)
Scream: A Fan Film (2023)
The Scream (2023)
A Scream Fan Film (2023)
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Another Creepy Spider Movie Hits Shudder This Month
Good spider films are a theme this year. First, we had Sting and then there was Infested. The former is still in theaters and the latter is coming to Shudder starting April 26.
Infested has been getting some good reviews. People are saying that it’s not only a great creature feature but also a social commentary on racism in France.
According to IMDb: Writer/director Sébastien Vanicek was looking for ideas around the discrimination faced by black and Arab-looking people in France, and that led him to spiders, which are rarely welcome in homes; whenever they’re spotted, they’re swatted. As everyone in the story (people and spiders) is treated like vermin by society, the title came to him naturally.
Shudder has become the gold standard for streaming horror content. Since 2016, the service has been offering fans an expansive library of genre movies. in 2017, they began to stream exclusive content.
Since then Shudder has become a powerhouse in the film festival circuit, buying distribution rights to movies, or just producing some of their own. Just like Netflix, they give a film a short theatrical run before adding it to their library exclusively for subscribers.
Late Night With the Devil is a great example. It was released theatrically on March 22 and will begin streaming on the platform starting April 19.
While not getting the same buzz as Late Night, Infested is a festival favorite and many have said if you suffer from arachnophobia, you might want to take heed before watching it.
According to the synopsis, our main character, Kalib is turning 30 and dealing with some family issues. “He’s fighting with his sister over an inheritance and has cut ties with his best friend. Fascinated by exotic animals, he finds a venomous spider in a shop and brings it back to his apartment. It only takes a moment for the spider to escape and reproduce, turning the whole building into a dreadful web trap. The only option for Kaleb and his friends is to find a way out and survive.”
The film will be available to watch on Shudder starting April 26.
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