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Late To The Party – My Bloody Valentine – iHorror Holiday Picks

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Aw yes, it’s that special time of year. Romantic fuzzy feelings flit about the air, heart to heart. Cupid is quite the busy little rascal right now as he sabotages daily lives with giddy giggles and heart shaped wonderment. This is the rose-tinted season of passion and romance, or at least that’s what they con us into believing in order to trick us out of our hard-earned money; money to be spent on (can you fucking believe it?) even more presents because Heaven knows Christmas shopping just wasn’t nearly enough. Chocolates are a must, dinner reservations have to be made and we’ll find ourselves wading through crowds to sit in dimly lit restaurants and drinking a little too much wine. Soft kisses and teddy bears holding sewn hearts in their fluffy hands. Yeah, that’s what Valentine’s Day is about. Hallmark cards and pop songs.

Well fuck that shit! If that scene isn’t your thing then come join the mayhem over here. Your buddy Manic Exorcism has your Bloody Valentine fix.  We want blood and guts mixed with lots of fun. We may celebrate the romantic holiday a little differently, but there’s no reason why we can’t enjoy this international day of love and beauty. So plan date night for that special maniac in your life. Snuggle up and prepare for a dripping heart-shaped treat. Lucky for us there is a quid essential horror movie to commemorate the holiday. It took me a long time to finally sit down and watch the movie, but at long last I finally watched My Bloody Valentine.

 

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Right away let me get this out of the way. Do I recommend this movie? Absolutely. I’m talking about the original movie – still not seen the remake yet.

The movie opens up right away with a lovely little murder. We see two miners down in the tunnels. They stop and one starts to undress. We see a beautiful lady is behind that oxygen mask. The man she’s with refuses to remove his own mask and the romance is either brought to an end or reaches it aria (depending on what you’re into really) when he unexpectedly lifts her up and shoves her into the business end of a pickaxe. You get a sense for what kind of movie you’re in for right away.

 

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So the movie starts strong and doesn’t lose steam. Apparently there’s a legend here in this happy mining town. Not so long ago a few workers got caught down in those mines due to the carelessness of their supervisors. While the poor souls were left in the dark the rest of the town celebrated the Valentine’s Day Dance. Days later a rescue team pushed through the rubble and only one survivor was left alive. By now he’d lost his mind and was devastated by the trauma. A year later he got his revenge on those responsible for the accident and shoved their hearts in a heart-shaped boxes of chocolate. He then vanished but left a warning to the town before going. He warned them to never, ever have another Valentine’s Day Dance or he’d come back to slaughter once more.

 

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Well it wouldn’t be a movie without a plot. So there has to be a dance and that rings in the carnage all over again!

This movie has the good fortune of having a very likeable cast of characters. They are a bunch of down to earth likable types that you could easily see yourself being friends with. They are innocent too. They had nothing to do with the tragedy. They break their backs down in the dirty mines. They get together and have a few beers and they love their ladies. All they want is to have a nice dance and celebrate the holiday. They’re just not that lucky I guess.

The other thing is the deaths are pretty creative. This movie came out in 1981 and the special effects are still fun to behold. There are a few nasty moments here.

There’s also this gritty dark atmosphere all across the film. Over top all the fun and party planning we see the characters engaged in there is this menacing tone oppressing each shot which makes the movie feel that much more uncomfortable. It works well.

 

 

So yeah, give this one a try or a rewatch. If you want a good horror movie for a Valentine date night this is one you can’t go wrong with. Very good slasher film that does everything right. I can’t believe it’s taken me this long to finally see it, but for a first time viewing I can say it still holds up.

So this has been Manic Exorcism wishing each of you a very Bloody Valentine’s Day!

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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.

Arcadian Movie Trailer

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.

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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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