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Scream Factory Details Its ‘Omen’ Franchise Blu-Ray Boxset

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I shudder to think what the state of horror on Blu-Ray would be without specialty labels like Scream Factory, Arrow Video, Blue Underground, and Synapse, among others. Scream especially has brought dozens of great films to Blu-Ray for the first time.

Sometimes though, sometimes they go back to a classic franchise and give it the Blu-Ray it deserves. While The Omen, its two theatrical sequels, and the 2006 remake were previously released to Blu-Ray, they’re now getting the deluxe boxset treatment.

While the $60-$65 pre-order price for the set at retailers is a bit steep, fans of The Omen, and especially its first two sequels, will be in for a devilishly good time. Not only is the original getting a remastered transfer, but lots of new extras are in store.

Included below is the full list of extras for Scream Factory’s Omen boxset, coming October 15th. Notably, this is the first HD release to date for Omen IV: The Awakening. The only movie not to receive new extras is the remake, for reasons unknown.

DISC ONE: THE OMEN (1976)

  • 4K Transfer From The Original Negative, Approved By Director Richard Donner
  • NEW The Devil’s Word – An Interview With Screenwriter David Seltzer
  • NEW It’s All For You – An Interview With Actress Holly Palance
  • NEW The Devil’s Music – An Interview With Composer Christopher Young Talking About Jerry Goldsmith’s Legendary Score
  • NEW Audio Commentary With Special Project Consultant Scott Michael Bosco
  • Audio Commentary With Director Richard Donner And Editor Stuart Baird
  • Audio Commentary With Director Richard Donner And Filmmaker Brian Helgeland
  • Audio Commentary With Film Historians Lem Dobbs, Nick Redman, And Jeff Bond
  • Isolated Score Track
  • Richard Donner On The Omen
  • The Omen Revelations
  • Curse Of Coincidence?
  • 666: The Omen Revealed
  • Screenwriter’s Notebook – An Interview With Writer David Seltzer
  • Introduction With Director Richard Donner (2006)
  • Deleted Scene With Commentary
  • An Appreciation – Wes Craven On The Omen
  • Jerry Goldsmith Discusses The Omen Score
  • Trailers From Hell Featuring Commentary By Filmmaker Larry Cohen
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • TV Spots
  • Radio Spots
  • Still Galleries – Behind The Scenes, Movie Stills, Posters, And Lobby Cards

DISC TWO: DAMIEN: OMEN II (1978)

  • NEW Damien’s Guardian – An Interview With Actress Lee Grant
  • NEW The Devil’s CEO – An Interview With Actor Robert Foxworth
  • NEW The Harbinger – An Interview With Actress Elizabeth Shepard
  • NEW Elizabeth Shepherd’s Scrapbook – A Look At Her Behind The Scenes Photos With Commentary By Elizabeth Shepherd
  • NEW Audio Commentary With Special Project Consultant Scott Michael Bosco
  • Audio Commentary With Producer Harvey Bernhard
  • Vintage Featurette – Power And The Devil: The Making of Damien: Omen II
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • TV Spot
  • Radio Spot
  • Still Gallery

DISC THREE: OMEN III: THE FINAL CONFLICT (1981)

  • NEW The Devil In The Detail – An Interview With Director Graham Baker
  • NEW Resurrecting The Devil – An Interview With Screenwriter/Associate Producer Andrew Birkin
  • NEW Interview With Production Assistant Jeanne Ferber
  • NEW Audio Commentary With Special Project Consultant Scott Michael Bosco
  • Audio Commentary With Director Graham Baker
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • TV Spots
  • Still Gallery

DISC FOUR: OMEN IV: THE AWAKENING (1991)

  • NEW The Book Of Evil – An Interview With Screenwriter Brian Taggert
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Still Gallery
  • The Omen Legacy – A Documentary On The Omen films

DISC FIVE: THE OMEN (2006)

  • Audio Commentary With Director John Moore, Producer Glenn Williamson, And Editor Dan Zimmermann
  • Unrated Extended Scenes And Extended Ending
  • Omenisms – Behind The Scenes Of The Omen (2006)
  • Abbey Road Recording Sessions Featurette
  • Revelation 666: Behind The Scenes
  • Theatrical Trailers

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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.

Arcadian Official Movie Poster

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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.

Winnie the Pooh Poohniverse

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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