Category Archives: Dracula

Three classic horror films that aren’t that scary – The Cord

Contributed imageArmy of Darkness (1992) Directed by Sam Raimi Starring: Bruce Campbell, Embeth Davidtz As the third and final film of the original Evil Dead series, this final installment does not disappoint. While Evil Dead 2 (1987) was known for being more humorous than its predecessor, Army of Darkness exceeds that, almost becoming more of a comedy than a horror. While there still are plenty of spooky demons, skeletons and the Necronomicon the film is carried by slapstick humor and comedic performances Continue reading


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‘Hotel Transylvania’: Where to Watch All the Movies – Showbiz Cheat Sheet

Fans adored Hotel Transylvania when it premiered. With its all-star cast including Selena Gomez as Mavis, Hotel Transylvania became a hit. And the movies are the ideal treat for the Halloween season Continue reading


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Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater Presents DANCING IN THE DARK – Broadway World

Axelrod Contemporary Ballet Theater presents "Dancing in the Dark" this October, an immersive dance theater performance celebrating the "world beyond." AXCBT invites theater enthusiasts and Halloween-lovers alike to a bewitching evening of dance, inspired by popular horror classics. Each performance will include dance theater works inspired by Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein," Bram Stoker's "Dracula," Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds," and a fresh take on the ballet "Giselle." The performances will take place at the Theater at Bell Works on October 30, 2021 at 2 p.m Continue reading


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This Year’s Halloween Horror Nights Online Shop Includes Toys, Shirts, Collectible Glasses and More! – Bloody Disgusting

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In the mood for a film about Irish tradies fighting vampires? Come right this way – ABC News

In the tradition of modern classics like Shaun of the Dead and What We Do In The Shadows, now comes Boys from County Hell. All of these films assume correctly, imho that even when faced with the dead rising from their graves to feast on the fluids of the living, humans wont suddenly stop being d*ckheads. The smartarsery wont suddenly leave their body. Continue reading


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Drive-In Delirium: The Final Conflict (Blu-ray Review) – The Digital Bits

DirectorVarious Release Date(s)Various (April 7, 2021) Studio(s)Umbrella Entertainment [Editors Note: This is a Region Free Blu-ray release.] A popular trend among various home video labels nowadays is to compile a collection of movie trailers and present them on disc as the main feature rather than as an extra. Notable favorites include both the 42nd Street Forever and Trailer Trauma series, among others. Umbrella Entertainment has taken a stab at this extremely niche market previously with four Drive-In Delirium releases: 60s and 70s Savagery, Maximum 80s Overdrive, The New Batch, With a Vengeance, and Dead by Dawn Continue reading


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Garrett Hedlund Talks Genre Fare, Podcast Debut in Adaptation of Stephen Kings Strawberry Spring – Hollywood Reporter

If you click on Garrett Hedlunds IMDB page, the biography section lists three distinct trademarks deep resonant voice, light bold blue eyes, muscular physique characteristics that, combined with genuine acting chops, make for a pretty undeniable movie star. Its probably why Hedlund has worked consistently on the big screen ever since his breakout at 18 in Wolfgang Petersens 2004 epic Troy. Hes done just about everything since, like festival fare (On the Road), sci-fi franchise updates (Tron: Legacy) big-budget actioners (Triple Frontier), race-related dramas (Mudbound), and small-screen romantic tales (Modern Love) Continue reading


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20 of the Best Horror Books To Hunker Down With This Halloween – Yahoo Lifestyle

Horror movies and their terror-inspiring special effects are great at getting you into the Halloween mood, but when it comes to a more intimate horror experience you just cant beat a good, old-fashioned book. Written words have the ability to get into your head and stay there, using your own imagination to up the scare factor long after youve finished those last pages. This Halloween, weve rounded up some of the chilliest, scariest and downright horrific horror books out there, from classics to more modern takes. Continue reading


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What’s Coming to Peacock in September 2021, Including ‘Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol’ and ‘My Son’ – The Streamable

Several original shows are premiering on Peacock next month. Continue reading


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Film by Chicago-Based Production Company Wins Audience Award for Best Picture at EIFF – Chicago Daily Herald

The Road Dance - a feature film produced by Chicago-based development and production company Sheridan Road Production - recently received The Audience Award for Best Picture at the prestigious 74th annual Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF). Voted for by the viewing public, The Road Dance was chosen over Pig starring Nicolas Cage, as well as Here Today starring Tiffany Haddish and Billy Crystal. It was selected as the audience favorite from nearly 200 film and documentary submissions. Continue reading


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