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The Alien Abduction of Antonio Vilas-Boas Continues to Fascinate 60 Years Later

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On October 16, 1957, 23 year old Antonio Vilas-Boas, a Brazilian farmer, was attempting to work his fields late in the evening to avoid the heat of day when a strange glowing red “star” appeared in the night sky. Moments later, he realized this was no star at all as it began a rapid descent toward his fields.

Vilas-Boas attempted to escape the glowing red object on his tractor, but the machine died as the object drew near. Hopping down, he began to run.

Suddenly, he was grabbed by a five foot tall alien creature wearing a helmet and what appeared to be grey coveralls. The being uttered several clicking noises and was joined by three other similar beings.

Antonio Vilas-Boas was only 23 years old when he had his alien encounter.

He could tell very little about these “men” except that he glimpsed small, blue eyes through the helmet. They managed to subdue the farmer and carry him to their craft.

Once inside, Antonio was stripped of all his clothing and a gel-like substance was spread over his entire body before he was ushered into an adjoining room.

In the second room, the alien beings conducted a number of medical tests on the man including drawing blood from his chin. He was then escorted to a third room where he was exposed to a gas which made him violently ill and left in isolation.

After some time, an equally naked female alien with long platinum blond hair and blue eyes entered the room and initiated sexual intercourse with Antonio after which she seemed to communicate to him through hand gestures that she would raise their child in outer space.

Vilas-Boas recalled being angered that he had been captured and used for a breeding experiment as though he were a prized horse.

Shortly after the female alien left him alone and he was escorted off the ship only to discover that four hours had passed, and his ordeal was only beginning.

In the days that followed, Antonio Vilas-Boas became violently ill suffering from nausea, skin lesions, and serious migraine headaches. When he read in a local paper that a reporter named Jose Martins was looking for stories from people who claimed to have had contact with aliens, he contacted the reporter and related his story.

Martins arranged for Vilas-Boas to see a doctor who diagnosed the farmer with radiation poisoning though he was uncertain just how the man could have come in contact with the amount of radiation it would have taken to cause the severity of his illness.

By 1958, the man’s story had been published but it would not gain serious attention until after the famed Betty and Barney Hill abduction which took place in the United States in 1961.

Though he faced scrutiny for his story his entire life even after becoming a respected lawyer with a family of his own, Vilas-Boas’ story remained the same and he was able to recall the details of his abduction, including symbols he saw within the ship, with total clarity, even without the aid of hypnosis.

The symbols that Vilas-Boas claimed to remember from the alien ship.

Some say, the very constancy of his story exposes his experience as a hoax, while others point] to this as proof of its reality.

Regardless, the story of Antonio Vilas-Boas’ alien abduction, alongside that of the Hills, remains one of the most famous stories of the 20th century, and he was repeatedly questioned about the encounter until his death in 1991.

It is easy to point to the case and call it a hoax, but imagine, for a moment, that it is not. Imagine, that an alien race came to this planet to conduct such breeding experiments.

Surely they would not have done so only once. How many others might have been taken for a similar purpose as Antonio Vilas-Boas and never survived to tell their tale after radiation exposure?

And just what did they do with those alien-human hybrids…?

It’s the stuff of nightmares, and perhaps that is why so many stories have been written, so many films made, that tackle that very subject.

Let us know what you think in the comments below! Was this a legitimate experience or an elaborate hoax?

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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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