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What’s Real, What’s Not in Doc ‘Fake Blood’?

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Can horror movies motivate a killer into replicating what’s seen on screen in real-life? That is a question posed by Fake Blood, a documentary from Rob Grant, a B-movie filmmaker who along with friend and producer Mike Kovac come face-to-face with a real killer who shares his violent past which may be connected to a current murder investigation.

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But is this a real account of life imitating art or just a clever way to open discussion about how much influence horror movie violence has on the demented?

Although details on this documentary are a bit scarce, we can tell you that back in 2012 Rob and Mike made a film called Mon Ami, a thriller in which the main characters accidently kill someone. They decide to dismember the body by way of carpentry tools obtained from a hardware store.

In Fake Blood we discover that someone who has seen that film is inspired, maybe this time for real, he even sends the duo a video which shows him at the hardware store picking out his dissection tools.

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This poses a quandary for both Rob and Mike who decide to explore the very essence of violence by visiting a gun range and later participating in a boxing match; they haven’t really ever been victims of violence before even though they use it to excess in their horror films

Their research brings them to a production consultant named “John” who may be a little bit more sinister than originally thought. He agrees to be interviewed, but only if his face and voice are disguised.

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What happens next is a strange and terrifying twist to what would have otherwise been an arousing documentary about society and film violence.

“My life’s at risk, other people’s…” says “John” when Mike and Rob show up to the rendezvous with a cameraman, even though they promised no video.

Some genre outlets are calling Fake Blood the “best horror film of the 21st century,” and “an edge-of-your-seat rollercoaster thrill ride.”

Using re-enactments of John’s terrifying murderous anecdotes, Fake Blood becomes more and more unsettling which ultimately drives a wedge between Rob and Mike’s friendship.

But the question to the audience is, what is real, and what isn’t?

The film was released in select theaters on Feb.9, no word yet when it will be on VOD or DVD. But you can check out the trailer below.

 

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‘Ready or Not 2’ Gears Up with ‘Escape Room’ Director Adam Robitel at the Helm

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“Ready or Not”, the 2019 sleeper hit that combined dark humor with thriller elements to critical and box-office success, is officially getting a sequel. The original film, which grossed $57.6 million worldwide against a modest $6 million budget, not only catapulted its directing team, Radio Silence (Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett), to helm the rebooted “Scream” franchise but also solidified Samara Weaving as a genre favorite.

Despite the departure of the original directors, Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett, due to their commitment to a Universal Monsters project, their influence remains through their production roles alongside Chad Villella.

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As reported by industry insider The InSneider, ‘Ready or Not 2’ has found its director in Adam Robitel, known for his work on ‘The Taking of Deborah Logan,’ which earned him an iHorror Award, and the ‘Escape Room’ series. Robitel’s knack for weaving tension with compelling narratives in the horror genre makes him the perfect successor to continue this darkly comedic saga.

The original film’s narrative, centered around Grace (Samara Weaving), a bride entangled in her new in-laws’ deadly game, left audiences thrilled and appalled in equal measure. The wealthy Le Domas family’s devilish pact that ensnares Grace in a murderous hide-and-seek game provided not just scares but a satirical look at familial bonds and traditions gone awry.

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Jeff Sneider of The Insneider adds to the excitement, confirming that Samara Weaving will reprise her role as Grace, the resilient bride with a penchant for survival, highlighting the continuation of Grace’s story as a central plot point for the sequel.

Stay tuned for more updates on “Ready or Not 2” and how it plans to up the ante on its predecessor’s deadly family games.

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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.

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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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