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Post by Michelangelo on Sept 8, 2006 14:25:38 GMT
It was announced a few weeks back that Lauren German, Heather Matarazzo and Bijou Phillips would join Jay Hernandez in Lionsgate's hotly anticipated sequel to Hostel, which is now titled Hostel: Part II. Today a whole bunch of final casting news was revealed and can be found inside. This time, the story follows three women who, while studying abroad for the summer, learn the grim truth behind the Slovakian hostel and its international counterparts. German would play a wealthy girl trying to figure out her next step in life, Phillips would be her best friend and Matarazzo will be a tag-along.
Fangoria reports:
Set to roll within the next week or so back in the Czech Republic (where the original lensed), the follow-up focuses this time on a trio of female travelers who run afoul of the underground torture network. Said girls will be played by TEXAS CHAINSAW remake hitchhiker Lauren German (pictured), Bijou (VENOM) Phillips and Heather (SCREAM 3) Matarazzo, with Jay Hernandez returning as Paxton (who may or may not make it to the end of his second adventure). Also in the HOSTEL: PART II cast are Finnish model-turned-actress Vera Jordanova (check out her MySpace page here), THE PRODUCERS’ Roger Bart and Richard (STARSHIP TROOPERS 2) Burgi; Eli Roth writes and directs, of course
Can't wait, Hostel on DvD was way better than in theatres. Cool title also.
Every year it's something new regarding John Carpenter's classic sci-fi horror film The Thing. First it's a sequel, then it's a(nother) remake, then it's going to be a TV series, then they actually made a pretty sweet video game based off the movie- when will it end? We hope never, as long as a project eventually happens. Today the news hit the web that the boys over at Strike Entertainment (Dawn of the Dead remake) are the next to be working on something Thing related, this time a prequel to Carpenter's film. Read on for the skinny.
Fango has learned that Strike is combing Hollywood for a writer (or writers) to tackle a Thing Prequel. Since the production house works solely with Universal, which gave us John Carpenter’s classic 1982 THING remake, this is understandable.
The gestation period on a new THING has been a long one. Since Carpenter’s film—starring Kurt Russell, a bevy of amazing character actors and the timeless, inimitable special FX of Rob Bottin—overcame initial critical and public derision to become a modern classic, Universal has pondered just what to do with a property that is ripe for follow-up status. Many have stepped in to lend their two cents, beginning with Dark Horse Comics, which created a miniseries back in the early ’90s that was the next best thing to getting a full-blown cinematic continuation. Then George Clooney flirted with the idea of bringing the original story, “Who Goes There?” (by John W. Campbell), to the small screen in a project similar to the black-and-white FAIL SAFE he executive-produced; then the THING video game came along; then Frank Darabont was attached to a Sci-Fi Channel original movie. Time will tell if the prequel’s birth will come anytime soon...
Love the Thing. bu a prequel? IDK about it, Carpenter more than likely won't be involved as he wants to have Snake Pliskin in Escape from Earth.
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Post by RatherDashing on Sept 20, 2006 12:40:10 GMT
The Thing's a great film but I can't be bothered with all these prequels & remakes everyones obsessed with these days. All they do is shit over perfectly good films. There's the original & the John Carpenter version, thats enough.
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Post by Michelangelo on Sept 27, 2006 16:17:55 GMT
Fucking A man. Hey October will be awesome, TCM is having cult movie night on Fridays, hosted by Rob Zombie. Plus on Starz(though i don't have Starz) will be a Slasher film documentary.
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Post by Bamm Bamm Brody on Sept 29, 2006 17:14:32 GMT
Check out Clive Barker's The Plague, it's actually quite original and really well done.
Just bought Fear No Evil, Lady in White and Let's Scare Jessica to Death, all three own, so check em out!!!
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Post by Carl on Oct 13, 2006 4:21:19 GMT
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Post by jack05 on Oct 29, 2006 23:34:21 GMT
We don't need a ANOES prequel,we need a ANOES sequal after that shite that was Freddy's Dead.
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Post by Michelangelo on Nov 30, 2006 5:38:59 GMT
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Get more Saw 4 (Saw IV) news
UPDATE: We'll have another possible director name for you tomorrow! It seems as though we haven't stopped talking about Lionsgate's Saw franchise since, sh-t, December of 2003 - and here we are breaking yet another story, this time about who is in hot and heavy talks to helm Saw IV, which is already aiming at a October 26, 2007 release. Dying to know who it is? You might not know who he/they is/are, but we sure do and we're more excited than you can even imagine! Read on for the skinny.
UPDATE: We'll have another possible director name for you tomorrow!
We broke the news that Feast writers Marcus Dunstan and Patrick Melton have been working on a their own story for Saw IV, while at the same time Thomas Fenton (Red) was working on his. We also knew there was a fourth writer, who we've yet to confirm... but maybe this major scoop will clear some of the air?
I've been hearing the rumbling for a few weeks now (various names in the mix, any of which could end up directing), but tonight I've crossed paths with a certain someone who was able to confirm one of the names. Do you remember a little French film we've been praising here as B-D entitled Ils (review) (US title: Them)? Or maybe you've heard about a remake Lionsgate is working on with Cruise/Wagner entitled The Eye? What do they both have in common?
Both films were/will be Directed by both David Moreau and Xavier Palud -- two names you might never forget by the end of 2007.
What we've been told by numerous sources (that have all checked out) is that David Moreau has been at Lionsgate multiple times for meetings on the possibility that he MIGHT helm Jigsaw's next adventure (if he even returns). He is all but confirmed, but in heavy talks. No word on his directing partner Xavier Palud, who we would assume would join him at the directing post.
The second the news breaks we'll have the story, so keep your eyes posted here at Bloody-Disgusting for all things horror!
Who will bring Jigsaw back to life? We might have yet another name for you later this week.
Unneeded, contrived, whatelse?
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Post by Joshua James on Nov 30, 2006 22:00:38 GMT
I really want to see Grind House
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Post by Michelangelo on Dec 1, 2006 20:31:08 GMT
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Post by rattledazzle on Dec 2, 2006 1:23:08 GMT
Two of my favorite actors Kurt Russell, and Micheal Biehn are gonna be in Grind House. Now that is fucking awesome.
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Post by Michelangelo on Dec 4, 2006 4:58:18 GMT
Bob Clark Preps 'Children' Remake, Announces 'Deathdream'
Posted: December 3, 2006 @ 2:58pm | Source: Variety | Comments (0)
It's already been announced that Clark -- who splits his time between homes in Los Angeles, Vancouver Island and Toronto -- will helm the new version of Children Shouldn't Play With Dead Things, which likely will shoot in the spring in Vancouver, but what hasn't been announced is a remake of his other horror film Deathdream. The an anti-Vietnam War horror pic will likely shoot next year as well, according to Variety. Clark says his horror films are being brought back to life 30 years later simply because "there's a trend to remake horror movies and they've done pretty well (at the box office)." A remake of his Black Christmas hits theaters December 25th
Black Christmas looks like it'll either be a guilty pleasure or pure shit. The Night Andy Came Home(deathdream) is a good film which i dread the remake of. As for CSPWDT, if you can find a dollar copy(which is how much mine was) i say get it.
EXCLUSIVE Larry Cohen Announces 'It's Alive' Remake, CG Baby
Posted: December 3, 2006 @ 6:30pm | Source: Bloody-Disgusting, Hunter Daniels | Comments (0)
B-D reporter Hunter Daniels discovered that on the new DVD release of It's Alive 2: It Lives (It Lives Again), which hits retailers on November 7, Director Larry Cohen reveals that he personally is working on a remake of It's Alive, which follows a monster baby with the nasty habit to kill when it's scared. Cohen reveals that this time the baby will be CG but kept mostly in the shadows. We suspect the remake is being set up at Warner Bros. Pictures even though Cohen purchased the rights back in 2005. Cohen reveals that the first film, It's Alive, has made more than $7 million in rentals alone, which could be the reason for the remake. Originally released in 1974, the film starred John P. Ryan, Sharon Farrell, James Dixon, William Wellman Jr. and Shamus Locke.
Fuck CGI, fuck remakes.
BTW i hope Blonde reads this.
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Post by rattledazzle on Dec 4, 2006 23:21:51 GMT
The Black Christmas remake is probably gonna suck.
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Post by Andy_3:16 on Dec 4, 2006 23:23:47 GMT
The Black Christmas remake is probably gonna suck. It looks really awful. Saw the trailer last night at the movies and it looks like shit. |
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Post by Bamm Bamm Brody on Dec 7, 2006 1:01:07 GMT
LOVE Larry Cohen movies, It's Alive I don't believe needs to be remade at all. If any one of his films warrented it, I'd say God Told Me To, because it's fucking awesome anywhichway you watch it.
I'm also gonna say that I hate the original Black Christmas, but damnit if Morgan and Wong are on board, so am I. I love those guys and find me a movie/creative project that they haven't made enjoyable!!!!
Also, Grindhouse is gonna make my head explode and will be without a doubt the worst example of horror EVER. Tarantino needs to come up with something original to be in anyway relevant!
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Post by rattledazzle on Dec 7, 2006 2:33:39 GMT
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Post by marchhaire on Dec 7, 2006 3:06:15 GMT
Grind House is gonna rock. I'd love to see a full length Machete movie, but it's probably a fake trailer.
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Post by Michelangelo on Dec 7, 2006 6:05:58 GMT
OK here's my take on Grind House, yes it's forced horror. But i'm a fan of RR & QT, though parts look way over the top & there looks to be a bit of very recognisable CG in it, none the less i'm still pumped for it. Just for the fun factor.
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Post by Michelangelo on Dec 13, 2006 5:40:17 GMT
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Post by Michelangelo on Dec 14, 2006 5:35:37 GMT
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Sony Screen Gems Plans Big 'Prom Night' for 2008
Posted: December 13, 2006 @ 7:37pm | Source: Sony Screen Gems | Comments (0)
It's no secret that a remake to Paul Lynch's classic '80s flick Prom Night has been in the works, but the fire seemed to simmer down earlier this year as news stopped coming in. Apparently something was going on as Sony Screen Gems has just revealed a tentative February 1, 2008 release date for the remake, which was being scripted by Stephen Susco (The Grudge) and Ernesto Foronda. The original starred Jamie Lee Curtis of Halloween fame. Once upon a time, there lived a young girl who dreamed of prom her entire life. Now, on the eve of her prom, nothing is going to stand in the way of making all her dreams come true...well, almost nothing.
The first wasn't even that good but still has that cult factor.
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Post by Michelangelo on Dec 18, 2006 5:24:21 GMT
Black Christmas: Director Bob Clark
By: Brian Collins
It's time for Christmas break, and the sorority sisters make plans for the holiday, but the strange anonymous phone calls are beginning to put them on edge. When Clare disappears, they contact the police, who don't express much concern. Meanwhile Jess is planning to get an abortion, but boyfriend Peter is very much against it. The police finally begin to get concerned when a 13-year-old girl is found dead in the park. They set up a wiretap to the sorority house, but will they be in time to prevent a sorority girl attrition problem?
BD: It’s often said that the two hardest genres to do right are Horror and Comedy. You have done quite well in both, so you’re somewhat of an expert on the subject. So what’s harder, in your opinion: Horror or Comedy?
BC: A tough call, but I believe comedy presents the greatest challenge. The elements of horror are more contrived, so it is probably easier to assess what will frighten many people than it is to assess what they will find funny. Clearly I think comedy is more difficult to execute.
BD: The studio wanted a more conclusive ending for the original Black Christmas, suggesting a scenario where it would be revealed that Chris was the killer. Had they gotten their way, and the killer was identified, would you have gone along with that theory or come up with your own?
BC: I had creative control of Black Christmas; no one ever suggested that Chris might be the killer; Peter (Keir Dullea) maybe. Warner Brothers suggested Peter as the killer. Believing this would satisfy the audience. I disagreed.
BD: Dimension is known for producing a sequel to just about every film they make. If the Black Christmas remake were to be a hit, would you want to be involved with the inevitable sequel (perhaps utilizing some of the ideas you had for the unmade sequel to the original)?
BC: No, I would not be interested.
BD: Two of your three horror classics are now in the remake process. The third, Dead of Night (aka Deathdream) can easily be remade today given the current political climate (i.e. Iraq and/or Afghanistan). Has anyone approached you about doing a remake?
BC: Actually Eli Roth purchased the remake rights to “Death Dream”. It was reported in Variety several months ago that a script had been achieved and production was proceeding.
BD: John Carpenter's Halloween is often given what should be Black Christmas' credit for starting the masked slasher genre. Does that bother you, or are you relieved that, unlike Carpenter, you're not always talking about one film out of many?
BC: It didn’t bother me at all. Carpenter made a clever inventive movie. It is clearly his work.
BD: Black Christmas is being shown again this year in Los Angeles, at the New Beverly Cinema. Is this going to be an ongoing tradition?
BC: I can’t say; you would have to ask Brian Quinn of Grind House Cinema. I will hope that it will become a tradition. Brian has told me he is also planning showings of “Children Shouldn’t Play with Dead Things” and “Death Dream”.
BD: It's Christmas Day. TBS is airing A Christmas Story for 24 hours straight. Do you take in a viewing?
BC: Yes, we turn it on and let it on all 24 hours. According to the New York Times 65.5 millions people watched the TNT 24 hours last year 2005.
BD: You directed one of the most disturbing and terrifying films of all time. I am referring to Karate Dog of course. Both it and the Baby Genius films are a bit odd when compared to other family films. Is it more enjoyable for you to do something a little weird as opposed to a more grounded comedy like A Christmas Story or Porky's?
BC: I don’t know how to respond to your questions about Karate Dog. But yes, I enjoy adding edgy, eccentric tones to genre films.
* “Black Christmas” remake by Glenn Morgan is being released by Dimension on Christmas Day. I have great admiration for Glenn and his partner James Wong. I wish them all the best. Porky’s is being remade by Howard Stern. Howard is an intriguing fellow. His one movie was quite original. It will be fascinating to see what he does with Porky’s. As you know I have written a new script of “Children”. I would describe it as “Monty Python” meets “Night of the Living Dead”. I hope it will be outrageous, satirical but horrifying as well.
I'm really looking forward to the CSPWDT remake.
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