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"There used to be a very big difference when talking about independent horror and mainstream horror. The latter would often be much more tame, with a goal of maximizing the audience, therefore maximizing Box Office. Indie horror would often be darker, going for moments that would stick with you long after the credits roll. But as society has shifted into this different entertainment landscape, there’s more of a desire than ever for something wholly unique. Mostly in the sake of profit. Thinking outside of the box is rewarded as it’s all about grabbing attention. It’s why a film like Longlegs can come out and absolutely light the world on fire. Because filmmakers are being forced to take risks in an attempt to get people to the theaters. Audiences are tired of the same old, same old..."

"In the modern age, Lovecraftian or eldritch horror has become more and more popular, with increasing numbers of films representing this particular subgenre of scary movie. Named after the works of H.P. Lovecraft, Lovecraftian horror refers to stories that lean on the specific tropes emblematic of the writer's work, including forbidden knowledge, cosmic dread, the insignificance of humanity, and creatures or entities that exist outside the boundaries of human perception. Also referred to as eldritch horror, this particular brand of scary movie has become incredibly popular in recent years.

The best Lovecraftian horror films delve heavily into the themes of Lovecraft's original works, or at least have a superficial surface-level relation to them on the grounds of imagery like Cthulu, the cephalopod-like entity and famous horror antagonist. Some eldritch horror movies are direct adaptations of Lovecraft's stories, whereas others simply take heavy inspiration from the genre while still ultimately creating something new. Whatever the case, many of the best Lovecraftian horror movies are relatively recent films..."

"Dark Sky Pictures has revealed the official trailer for an indie horror film titled I Will Never Leave You Alone, the latest feature from the indie genre filmmaker DW Medoff. This premiered at the Telluride Horror Show and FrightFest and will be available to watch on VOD in October for horror season.

After being released from prison, a brooding man with a dark past is forced to stay in a haunted house to clear it of any spirits. If he leaves early, he returns to prison, but the witch-ghost he encounters there may be more of a punishment than even he can withstand. Exploring themes of grief, depression and isolation, director DW Medoff says, "Writing and directing this helped me deal with mental health issues, that suffering can spiral out of control. I made a horror movie, but it is also a warning: please ask for help when you need it." This horror stars Ken Trujillo, Katerina Eichenberger, Emma Anne Wedemeyer, and Chris Genovese. This one looks extremely scary and disquieting - tread carefully folks.

Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for DW Medoff's I Will Never Leave You Alone..."

"Putting a horror twist on popular children’s story characters who are in the public domain has become a popular trend these days. Multiple Mickey Mouse horror films are making their way out into the world since the earliest Mickey cartoons are now public domain, filmmakers are working on horror versions of Goldilocks, Sleeping Beauty, and Cinderella, and a whole cinematic universe is being built out of horror movies based on the likes of Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Peter Pan, and others. Another project in this line-up of films designed to tarnish the reputation of childhood favorites is The 7 Dwarves, which puts a terrifying twist on the story of Snow White and is scheduled for release in March of 2025.

Promising a spine-chilling ride that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats, The 7 Dwarves has the following synopsis:

In The 7 Dwarves, Snow White narrowly escapes the clutches of the evil witch, only to find herself lost in the eerie depths of the dark forest. But her nightmare is far from over. She soon becomes the prey of a sadistic group of dwarves (Cranky, Jolly, Drowsy, Meek, Snuffy, Wheezy, Chief, and Ditzy). Far from being her protectors, these sadistic dwarves hunt her relentlessly, forcing Snow White to fight for survival. As she outwits and eliminates each dwarf one by one, the tension rises to a blood-soaked climax in this spine-chilling horror reimagining..."

"You used to hear the refrain from horror film fanatics with a lot more frequency – the original was so much scarier.

And while this is still true to some degree (the films of John Carpenter have been remade with an oddly uniform lousiness), there are still plenty of horror films that have been remade well. Sometimes the remakes are just as good as the original. In rare cases, it even surpasses the original.

Here is our definitive list of the very best horror remakes ever..."

"I realized something the other day as I slipped on my sweater before heading out for a decaffeinated pumpkin coffee with other basic witches: Netflix has a ton of children’s horror like The Curse Of Bridge Hollow and Monster House that scream fall. However, the pickings are slimmer for those who want a little blood and murder alongside our autumnal festivities. Sure, some movies feel like they belong in the only season that matters. His House gives me big late September vibes, and Before I Wake seems made to watch as you carve pumpkins. But are they really about the October hustle? Are they serving pie-scented candles that start fires, corn maze mayhem, or carving up exes?

So, I took this thought experiment too far, as usual, and am back with a streaming guide for all of us basic bitches. Here are eight horror movies on Netflix that scream fall..."

"It’s Friday the 13th and you know what means: a bunch of new horror movies have been unleashed today to make us forget that it’s been 15 YEARS since we last saw Jason Voorhees.

Here’s all the new horror that released Friday, September 13, 2024!"

"Article 5 eV, a civil rights group helping to maintain the Tor network, has reported that German police raided the private address where the non-profit was registered.

The authorities came knocking at the Essen-based office on August 16th, 2024, the group said, with armed officers spending nearly two hours in the office. Article 5 eV facilitates Tor network by operating its exit nodes.

“There are obviously still people working in German law enforcement today, who think that harassing a node-operator NGO would somehow lead to the de-anonymization of individual Tor users. At least that is what they claim in the paperwork,” Gero Kühn, the leader of the group, said..."

"Night Silence is a 2024 horror film about an old man who encounters inexplicable deaths and dark secrets at a nursing home. The movie blends “Lovecraftian horror with the true fears of ageing.”

Directed by Bartosz M. Kowalski (Hellhole; Nobody Sleeps in the Woods Tonight and its sequel; Playground) from a screenplay co-written with Pawel Maslona and Mirella Zaradkiewicz.

The movie stars Maciej Damiecki, Zdzislaw Wardejn, Wlodzimierz Press, Anna Nehrebecka, Anna Korzeniecka, Sebastian Stankiewicz, Robert Wabich, Olaf Lubaszenko, Kocik-Diakonów, Joanna Balasz and Krzysztof Satala.

Plot: Octogenarian Lucjan (Maciej Damiecki) is admitted by his son to a bucolic nursing home, where he is warmly welcomed by both the residents and the facility’s staff. However, he soon uncovers a dark secret hidden in the basement. His disturbing visions begin to coincide with the deaths of several fellow residents, along with the emergence of strange, malevolent creatures that manifest every midnight..."

"Enter the unforgiving lands of Alaska and try to survive eldritch horrors in Edge of Sanity, available now on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Check out the Edge of Sanity launch trailer for a peek at the nightmares you'll encounter in this Cthulhu-inspired, 2D survival horror game.

In Edge of Sanity, uncover a disturbing story while madness claws at your mind. Lead a group of survivors and explore, scavenge, and survive together - against untold eldritch horrors..."

"EXCLUSIVE: Cranked Up Films, the genre film offshoot of Good Deed Entertainment, is launching its own streaming service, Cranked Up TV.

This fall, the SVOD service will debut with a catalog of horrors, including exclusive and original content and programming, interviews, behind-the-scenes footage and much more. Original film productions will include Nightmare Cinema, Extra Ordinary and the Fresh Hell trilogy among others...

“We’re excited to offer alternatives to the existing streaming services by providing horror fans access to more exciting content. We look forward to growing our brand to horror enthusiasts and providing independent filmmakers a home for their content,” said Cranked Up Films CEO Scott Donley.

Separately, Cranked Up Films is releasing the Fresh Hell films, which come from writer/director Quinn Armstrong, in select theaters and VOD. The Exorcism of Saint Patrick on August 30, Wolves Against the World on September 6 and Dead Teenagers on September 13.

Cranked Up will begin production on its next slate of films at the end of the year, starting with The Chamber from writer/director Sergio Pinheiro.

Indie film distributor Good Deed launched its production division last year, having relocated from LA to Ohio in 2019."

"The long-awaited movie adaptation of Stephen King’s Salem’s Lot from director Gary Dauberman (Annabelle Comes Home) is coming exclusively to Max this Halloween season.

Salem’s Lot premieres on Max on October 3, 2024.

Watch the official trailer for Max’s Salem’s Lot below.

Stephen King had recently tweeted praise for the film. He wrote earlier this year, “I’ve seen the new SALEM’S LOT and it’s quite good. Old-school horror filmmaking: slow build, big payoff. Not sure why WB is holding it back; not like it’s embarrassing, or anything.”