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7 Awesome Horror Films for a Cold Winter’s Night

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Winter Horror Films

Winter and the holidays are upon us! Stuck inside for days on end, cold creeping into your bones making them ache, and finding yourself sequestered inside with family.

Sound glorious, right? Yeah, not so much to me either.

Thankfully, we’re horror fans, and the genre has a whole host of brilliant wintry titles for our viewing pleasure! These are my top seven picks of awesome horror films for those endless winter nights.

#1 Storm of the Century (1999)

If you want to talk winter horror films, you have to put this on your list.

Little Tall Island, Maine, has known its share of troubles. It was the home of Dolores Claiborne, after all, and one horrible night, when an unprecedented winter storm struck land, the Devil came to town.

At least he seemed like the devil. All we were ever really sure of is that he wanted to take one of the children of Little Tall Island as his apprentice, and he wasn’t leaving until they gave him what he wanted.

Written by Stephen King and starring Tim Daly, Colm Feore, Jeffrey DeMunn, and Debrah Farentino, Storm of the Century was a masterpiece that was so cold onscreen that it actually made you feel warm inside.

#2 Black Christmas (1974)

It’s Christmas break and the young women at a local sorority house are celebrating the end of the semester with a little party. Little do they know that someone is hiding in the home’s attic with murder on their mind.

The granddaddy of holiday-themed horror films, Black Christmas is richly deserving of its cult following with stars like Olivia Hussey, Keir Dullea, Margot Kidder, and Andrea Martin in the mix.

If you haven’t seen it, put it on your list this winter. If you have seen it, maybe it’s time to revisit it!

#3 30 Days of Night (2007)

There’s a place in Alaska where the sun disappears for an entire month, plunging the land into constant darkness. The locals know how to contend with the yearly occurrence and take every precaution.

Unfortunately for them, a clan of vampires have decided to put that constant darkness to use and treat themselves to a nice, long buffet.

Based on a graphic novel, the film stars Josh Hartnett, Melissa George, and Danny Huston. It turned on the vampire genre on its head and is perfect for a long, cold night!

.#4 Frozen (2010)

Written and directed by Adam Green (Hatchet, Digging up the Marrow) and starring Shawn Ashmore, Emma Bell, and Kevin Zegers, Frozen centers on three friends who decide they need one more trip down the slopes before the ski resort closes down. Unfortunately for them, the lift operator doesn’t know they’re on their way up and he shuts things down leaving them stranded 50 feet in the air.

Green’s film was a fun and intense character study as the three try to escape the freezing cold AND the hungry wolves circling below.

#5 Misery (1990)

Tense and claustrophobic, 1990’s Misery kept audiences on the edge of their seat. Kathy Bates and James Caan star in the adaptation of the novel by Stephen King.

When Paul Sheldon (James Caan), best selling author, leaves his hotel in the middle of a snowstorm, he has no idea the chain of events he has set in motion. After his car careens from the highway, his broken body is pulled from the wreckage by his number one fan, Annie Wilkes (Kathy Bates).

Wilkes is a nurse and at first, it seems like Paul has found himself in the best possible situation. It’s doesn’t take long to realize, however, that Annie might not be as stable as she seems.

Can a game of cat and mouse be played in a single room? If so, then it would be called Misery, and it’s perfect for a night in with a nice glass of brandy.

#6 Ghost Story (1981)

Once a month, the Chowder Society puts on their tuxedos and gather together to tell each other ghost stories over drinks late into the night, but the four men who are members share a secret from their past that haunts them more than any story could.

Ghost Story had one of the most amazing casts. Douglas Fairbanks, Jr., Melvyn Douglas, Fred Astaire, John Houseman, and Patricia Neal were some of the most respected actors in the world in 1981. They were “Old Hollywood” and added a sense of dignity and legitimacy to the film while younger stars Craig Wasson and Alice Krige brought youthful vigor and sensuality.

The cold snows and whistling winds of New England were vibrant in the film and the story, based on the novel by Peter Straub, is terrifying.

#7 Silent Night, Deadly Night (1984)

A controversial film when it was first released, Silent Night, Deadly Night centers on a young man who grew up in an orphanage under the abusive control of the Mother Superior in charge. A great deal of his childhood trauma centers on Santa Claus, but who would have guessed that dressing him up as the jolly Christmas elf would turn him into a homicidal maniac?

Starring the hunky Robert Brian Wilson, the film spawned a franchise with four sequels.

So there’s my list of winter horror films!  Let us know your picks in the comments!

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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.

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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