Archive for 'February, 2007' category.
Despite some stiff competition, when it comes to revered horror movies Jaws inevitably makes the top. When studios announce their goal of remaking a classic horror movie they’re usually greeted with exhausted, barely noticeable scorn. When Bryan Singer announced that he had absolutely no intention of remaking Jaws, fans went into a frenzy, […]
Do you think you have what it takes to whip out an exploitation masterpiece? If so, The Groovy Age of Horror wants to see what you’ve got. In conjunction with his recent foray into Naziploitation, Curt is asking his readers to write their own sleazy Nazi epics, in 100 words or less. […]
Not every superhero character hits the big time, and more than a few don’t even get the chance. The Golem is a perfect example of this. X-Y-Z Cosmonaut once again delves into the quarter bin and digs out a batch of comics that you probably didn’t even realize you needed to read. […]
Rue Morgue’s The Abbatoir managed to sneak in a small conversation with Rob Zombie during the shooting of his Halloween remake. I’m not entirely sure, but this may be the only interview Zombie has given since he began production. During their talk Zombie discusses the virture of remakes, dream casting, and internet rumours.
“For […]
The Academy Awards weren’t the only ones in Hollywood passing out statuettes this weekend. The 27th Annual Golden Raspberry Awards were handed out for rather dubious distinctions in modern cinema. Surprisingly, horror was almost completely shut out of every category it was eligible for. The big loser of the night was Basic […]
The New York Comic-Con wasn’t the only shindig going down this month. George A. Romero appeared at Haunt X over a week ago, and SyFyPortal caught his Q + A.
Someone else asks, “Why do the dead come back?”
“Why does it matter?”
The whole thing is a pretty decent read, with Romero dishing on […]
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Notable Theatrical Releases
March 2nd - Zodiac
March 9th - The Host (limited)
March 16th - Dead Silence
March 16th - Premonition
March 16th - Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon (limited)
March 23rd - The Hill Have […]
After directing the cult films Hardware and Dust Devil, Richard Stanley seemed to have fallen off the face of the earth popping up occassionally with a few shorts and documentaries. Now it looks like he’s ready to make the leap back into feature-length horror, with a short called The Sea of Perdition that serves […]
I was doing housework last night, so I decided to have the Academy Awards playing in the background as I tidied. This was the first time in years that I had watched or listened to it. One thing that I had forgotten was how moved I usually get when some of the less-known […]
The infamous gossips at Page Six of the New York Post reveal the story behind Eli Roth’s new poster for Hostel II, which shows actress Bijou Phillips nude and beheaded. Uh oh.
Even better, the photo shoot for it was at the El Royale apartment complex in Hollywood with all the windows open. “The neighbors […]
Another film touting the evils of bible preaching and overbearing mothers on the development of young boys . . .
Published by SteveContinue reading: Ed Gein
With todays political climate, this Medium episode entitled The Whole Truth does little to restore my faith in the integrity of the everyday politician . . .
Published by SteveContinue reading: Medium: The Whole Truth
I loved the allusions to Carrie in this one . . .
Published by SteveContinue reading: Medium: Mother's Little Helper
I loved the allusions to Carrie in this one . . .
Published by SteveContinue reading: Medium: Mother's Little Helper
As Allison finds in this episode, sometimes its better not to meet the people you admire . . .
Published by SteveContinue reading: Medium: Profiles in Terror
Unholy Passion is an independent horror movie created by Jim Exton for self-distribution. I may be shooting myself in the foot by saying this, but it was utterly terrible.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 26, Independent
Horror Review of Unholy Passion: Shoot Me in the Foot.
The Number 23, a lavishly produced film starring Jim Carrey and directed by Joel Schumacher, takes obsession, paranoia and insanity head-on. Unfortunately they just couldn’t sell it.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 25, Horror
Movie Review of The Number 23: Just couldn’t sell it.
BHM Horror News has learned that Awaken the Dead, an independent horror film created by Jeff Brookshire, has secured a distribution contract with Brain Damage Films.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 24, BHM Horror News: Awaken the Dead to be distributed by Brain Damage Films
Open Water 2: Adrift is the sequel to the popular independent hit, and relies on multiple characters and budget instead of the pure psychology of terror. I tried not to compare.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 22, Horror
Movie Review of Open Water 2: Adrift: Know your friends.
The Director of Stagknight, Simon Cathcart, announced to BHM that his Indy Horror offering is being picked up for distribution by Shorline Entertainment.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 21, BHM News: Stagknight, Independent horror flick from the UK, picked up by Shoreline Entertainment.
The Director of Stagknight, Simon Cathcart, announced to BHM that his Indy Horror offering is being picked up for distribution by Shorline Entertainment.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 21, BHM
News: Stagknight, Independent horror flick from the UK, picked up by Shoreline Entertainment.
Best-Horror-Movies.com has teamed up with the upcoming horror movie Dead Silence for a contest with some great prizes. Guaranteed winner from from BHM - Don’t miss it!
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 20, Dead Silence Contest: Guaranteed Winner from BHM.
The Independent Horror Movie Mercy is heavy on film-making techniques. Technique alone, however, does not automatically result in an engaging horror movie.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 20, Independent Horror Movie Review of Mercy: You will beg for it alright.
This issue includes Horror Movie Releases for February 2007, new movie reviews, new horror character articles, exclusive contests and an interview with a Horror Diva. Check it out!
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 17, Horror Movie Freaks eZine - For the Love of Horror
The Independent Horror Film is high-imagination, low-budget and often under-viewed. Best-Horror-Movies.com reviews the BEST pre-distribution Indy Horror from the U.S. and abroad.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 15, The Best-Horror-Movies.com Independent Horror Film First Look.
The Witches Hammer is an Independent horror film from the UK with an excellent story, first-rate acting talent and the best special effects that no money can buy.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 15, Horror Movie Review of The Witches Hammer: Great Indy Horror with a Solid Story
The Messengers is The Pang Brothers first English-language feature, and brings their unique perspective to the often-seen ghost story.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 14, Horror
movie review of The Messengers: Non-remake Asian horror for U.S.
audiences.
Best-Horror-Movies.com has teamed up with the upcoming horror movie Dead Silence for a contest with some great prizes. Guaranteed winner from from BHM - Don’t miss it!
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 13, Dead Silence Contest: Guaranteed Winner from BHM.
Audition is yet another excellent entry to the horror genre from Asia, and Takashi Miike tells an intense story leading to a climax of controlled chaos.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 12, Horror
Movie Review of Audition: Expert story telling that is truly disturbing.
Ask the Zombie Master! The Master Lee answers your questions about those flesh-feasting slow-walking freaks.
Published by SteveContinue reading: Feb 10, Ask
the Zombie Master! Questions, answers and finding a good zombie DVD
