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Date Change Petition Counter-Point: Make Halloween a Federal Holiday

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In case you missed the ruckus, there is a petition floating around the internet that proposes that we move Halloween from its sacred day of October 31st to the last Saturday in October.

This is a weirdly safe (and incredibly dull) way to treat scheduling concerns for the best and boldest holiday of the year (which has a legitimate reason for being on the 31st). So, here’s my proposal: why not make Halloween a federal holiday?

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Well, yes. But stay with me here, folks.

If we were to grant Halloween the blessed federal holiday status that it deserves, it would mean that schools and most businesses would be closed, so we could – in theory – extend trick or treating hours for those concerned about the dangers of nighttime trick or treating.

The date-change petition cites statistics (sources unconfirmed) of the 3,800 Halloween-related injuries each year. 82% of parents don’t use high visibility aids on costumes! 63% of children don’t carry a flashlight! We need to think of the children!

But if you’re less concerned about trick or treating safety and more worried about that dreaded “morning after” that often follows a Halloween party, this could give the option to schedule your party for October 30th – aka Devil’s Night. Which… come on. That’s perfect.

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Additionally, because calendars have been sabotaged by math (365 days a year does not divide evenly into 52 weeks with 7 days each), this rotating federal holiday would actually allow for the occasional spooktacular three-day weekend.

The general practice for a federal holiday that falls on a weekend is to schedule the “day off” on the following Monday. And if the 31st falls on a Friday, well, you’ve got a  fantastic weekend ahead of you.

Of course, there is more to the commercial celebration of Halloween than the traditions of reckless costume parties and accosting your neighbors for candy. A full day off would give more time to carve pumpkins, pick apples, get lost in corn mazes, marathon scary movies, or whip up a full festive meal à la Christine McConnell. Celebrate however you want, you’ve got the day!

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Now, before you come at me with the ways that federal holidays affect the economy, know that I don’t know a dang thing about economics so you’re wasting your time. Also, making Halloween a federal holiday would probably help with its legitimacy. That, in turn, could possibly open up more possibilities for revenue (I mean, have you seen Christmas?).

Horror as a genre is growing in attraction – and it’s a major source of sales for movie tickets, DVD/Bluray, vinyl records, conventions, clothing, home decor, collectibles, and so much more. Pop-ups like Spirit Halloween are already well aware of how lucrative Halloween can be as a holiday.

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So, before you hop on the “let’s move this long established holiday to a different date” train, consider this a possible alternative.

You’re welcome, America.

Edit: Just to be clear, no, I’m not serious. This just came as a natural response to the truly unnecessary original petition.

Happy Halloween, everyone!

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Childhood Memories Collide in New Horror Film ‘Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble’

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It looks like ITN Studious and Jagged Edge Productions are going the Avengers: Infinity War route with their upcoming film Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. From the deranged mind of Rhys Frake-Waterfield (Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey) comes this belligerent mash up of beloved childhood icons.

According to an article out of Variety today, Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble will consist of Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Tinkerbell, Pinocchio, Peter Pan, Tigger, Piglet, The Mad Hatter, and Sleeping Beauty. All of these iconic figured will be warped into nightmarish versions of their former selves. Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble is set to be released upon the world sometime in 2025.

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Actor-producer Scott Chambers (Malevolent) had the following to say about Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. “As horror fans, we would love an Avengers that is all villains. It’d have Freddy Krueger, Jason, ‘Halloween,’ ‘Scream,’ all of those. Obviously that will never happen, but we can make it happen in our own little way, and that’s where this film has been born.”

Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble will be a part of The Twisted Childhood Universe. Just like the MCU, each character will first get a standalone film. After introductions are made, they will be reunited in an Avengers style film. Although they will be killing off the survivors from the previous films, they won’t be working together.

Chambers describes this as an “epic sequences of monster vs. monster.” And I don’t know what more fans could ask of the studio. This fantastical idea is a huge risk but Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble sounds amazing.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Check back here for more updates on Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. If you haven’t already, check out the trailer for Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 below.

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Blumhouse’s ‘The Wolf Man’ Reboot Kicks Off Production with Leigh Whannell at the Helm

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Blumhouse Productions has officially commenced filming its reboot of the Universal Monsters legend, “Wolf Man”. Under the direction of Leigh Whannell, known for his acclaimed work on “The Invisible Man” (2020), the project promises to breathe new life into the iconic tale. The film is slated for a theatrical release on October 25th, marking a new chapter in the storied franchise.

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The journey of a “Wolf Man” reboot began in 2020 when actor Ryan Gosling presented a fresh take on the classic story to Universal. This concept quickly evolved into a screenplay crafted by the talented duo Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo, who are known for their work on “Orange Is the New Black,” alongside contributions from Whannell and Corbett Tuck. The narrative is set in contemporary times, drawing inspiration from the atmospheric tension of Jake Gyllenhaal’s “Nightcrawler,” albeit with a distinct supernatural twist.

The film has seen its share of directorial and casting shifts, with Whannell initially signing on to direct in 2020, only to step away and then return to the project after Ryan Gosling and director Derek Cianfrance exited. The lead roles have been filled by Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner, both of whom bring significant talent to the screen. Abbott portrays a man whose family faces the terror of a lethal predator, with Garner likely playing his wife, sharing in the familial peril. The storyline also hints at a daughter named Ginger, adding a layer of depth to the family’s harrowing experience.

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This reboot represents a collaboration between Blumhouse and Motel Movies, with Jason Blum producing. Ryan Gosling remains involved as an executive producer, alongside Ken Kao, Bea Sequeira, Mel Turner, and Whannell himself. The announcement of the film’s production start was made by Jason Blum, who shared an exciting glimpse of Whannell on set, signaling the beginning of what is hoped to be a memorable addition to the horror genre.

As the “Wolf Man” reboot moves forward, fans and newcomers alike are eager to see how this modern interpretation will pay homage to its roots while offering a fresh and thrilling experience. With a talented cast and crew at the helm, the film is poised to reintroduce the timeless tale of transformation and terror to a new generation.

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‘Immaculate’ Stars Reveal Which Horror Villains They Would “F, Marry, Kill”

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Sydney Sweeney is just coming off the success of her rom-com Anyone But You, but she’s ditching the love story for a horror story in her latest film Immaculate.

Sweeney is taking Hollywood by storm, portraying everything from a love-lusting teenager in Euphoria to an accidental superhero in Madame Web. Although the latter got a lot of hate among theater-goers, Immaculate is getting the polar opposite.

The film was screened at SXSW this past week and was well-received. It also gained a reputation for being extremely gory. Derek Smith of Slant says the, “final act contains some of the most twisted, gory violence this particular subgenre of horror has seen in years…”

Thankfully curious horror movie fans won’t have to wait long to see for themselves what Smith is talking about as Immaculate will hit theaters across the United States on March, 22.

Bloody Disgusting says that the movie’s distributor NEON, in a bit of marketing smarts, had stars Sydney Sweeney and Simona Tabasco play a game of “F, Marry, Kill” in which all their choices had to be horror movie villains.

It’s an interesting question, and you might be surprised at their answers. So colorful are their responses that YouTube slapped an age-restricted rating on the video.

Immaculate is a religious horror movie that NEON says stars Sweeney, “as Cecilia, an American nun of devout faith, embarking on a new journey in a remote convent in the picturesque Italian countryside. Cecilia’s warm welcome quickly devolves into a nightmare as it becomes clear her new home harbors a sinister secret and unspeakable horrors.”

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