Son of Celluloid Names DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK on its 5 Best Flicks of 2011 List

I love horror. I love it a whole fucking lot. If horror had any sense, it would get a restraining order against me. I also love anyone and everyone with the same passion for horror and not just the stuff that is pumped out endlessly by big studios (some great, some utter crap), but international delicacies, underground gems, and independent darlings. To truly love horror means to love it in all its forms and seek it out wherever it may be.

That is why I love SON OF CELLULOID and its writer, Nathan Hamilton. He's a true horror lover and knows his shit through and through. It is an incredible honor for our DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK to have a place on his BEST FLICKS OF 2011 List. Especially on a list where there are so many outstanding titles. And topping that list off? A film that is just so superb and brilliant (and got banned in its own country of origin) that it is a profound honor to have our film be on the same list as it.

What film am I talking about? And what else made the list? Well, no cheating, you'll simply have to soak it up RIGHT HERE at Son Of Celluloid.

Thank you so much, Nathan, for having our Hooker on such a wonderful list.

Bloody Best!
Jen

Geek Girl Con Cometh

Free your inner Geek Girl. Come to GeekGirlCon in Seattle this October 8 & 9, 2011 at the Seattle Center Northwest Rooms and EMP Museum to laugh, learn, and connect.
All geeks welcome.

Let's face it, boys and grrls, it has never been cooler to be a geek. Comic books have taken over the silver screen. Lord of the Rings happened. And the gaming has never been better. Geek has never been more chic.

Special guests include Bonnie Burton, Marian Call, Jane Espenson, Carrie and Katie Goldman, Nancy and Belle Holder, Chase Masterson, Trina Robbins, Greg Rucka, Gail Simone, and Jen Van Meter.

There are tons of workshops, panels, cosplay, demonstrations, special events, Q and A sessions, vendors, and even a Whedon~esque Burlesque Event.


And if that's not enough? There's a little something for you horror fans as well.

Saturday October 8th, 7pm - 9pm

(EMP JBL Theater) — Viscera Film Fest
Mature Content: An 18 and Up Panel
Heidi Honeycutt hosts a mini-Viscera Film Fest. They will screen selected horror short films created, written, directed, produced, acted, gored up, and designed by women. You’ve never seen horror like this before. Operating since 2007, Viscera is committed to expanding opportunities for female horror creators.

Sunday October 9th, 12pm - 2pm

(EMP JBL Theater) — Beyond the Scream Queen
Women in horror media are typically celebrated as “hot horror babes of the month.” Women fight for visibility as serious contributors to this exciting genre. This panel introduces people to revolutionary women advocating for woman-created horror media and expanding awareness in fandom and technical arts.
Panelists: Hannah Neurotica (moderator), Heidi Honeycutt, Jenna Pitman, Jessica Dwyer

And being added to that list are none other than yours trulys, us Twisted Twins. That's right. Sylvia and I will also be there. This will mark our first Convention appearance and we couldn't be more honored to be a part of it.

So, mark it on your calendars, spread the word, and plan to head on out to Geek Girl Con, October 8th & 9th is Seattle. It's going to be a weekend to remember that you won't want to miss.

And the Geek shall inherit the Earth...

See you there!
Jen

Molly Rydzel is Awesome

And in 2011, she's only getting better. As the New Year is upon us, we say goodbye to the past and step into the future. We all have our rituals. Some of us make resolutions. Some, like myself, make a list of goals and see how many they can check off throughout the year. Some just want to drunk, laid, and do some cool shit. And good for you guys.

Molly Rydzel, the beautifully talented writer is the head of EdibleBrains Productions, the author of not only one, but TWO full length plays (the second of which is currently being workshopped in conjunction with the Looking Glass Theater), and she is also the writer of all the films in the award winning Dead Walk in Brooklyn short film series. So, how does miss Rydzel bring in the New Year?

Dubbing 2011 as the Year Of The Independent Artist, and very rightfully so, she vows to send some more time with some pretty amazing artists. We are way beyond honored to have made the list. No, seriously. Check out the list and meet some absolutely incredible artists. And if this is the first time you're hearing about Molly Rydzel, you're welcome. Trust me, you'll want to keep your eyes on this incredible artist.

Check out her beautifully written article and meet some astounding artists HERE.

A very special thank you to Molly for including us among these amazing people.

So, what will you do this year, boys and grrls?

Excelsior~!!
Jen

2010 Was A Mother F*cker

With the countdown quickly approaching, we look back fondly at 2010. It's was a BIG, f'n year. So, grab yourself a shot of Jack and settle down for an epic recap...

We began 2010 the way we ended 2009, filming our second feature film with CJ Wallis, PLEASE SUBSCRIBE. The film is a documentary that follows Youtube sensations Tay Zonday, David Choi, Happyslip, and Daxflame and explores the impact of viral videos through the eyes of some of Youtube's most subscribed and recognizable personalities.


In January, we traveled to Los Angeles to meet up with Tay Zonday, Happyslip, and David Choi and wrapped filming on the project. The film will be hitting festivals in 2011. Enjoy the OFFICIAL TRAILER below for a sneak preview of PLEASE SUBSCRIBE.






On a very sad note, our dear friend, Hannah Neurotica, lost her father, Michael, to scleroderma on January 19th, 2010. We lost a very talented writer and horror fanatic that day. We had the privilege of knowing him briefly and know he will be missed by all those who's lives he touched.

Being the definition of strength reflected by the Women of Horror, Hannah went on to create and launch the very first WOMEN IN HORROR RECOGNITION month that February. It was the first of a now world wide phenomenon where celebrations occur in every dark corner celebrating and recognizing the great Women of Horror.

We were honored to pay tribute to this incredible event and created the WiH MASSIVE BLOOD DRIVE, a world wide event running all February long. How do you take part? Easy. Just give blood. Wherever you are, anytime, all month long, and tell 'em you're bleeding for Women In Horror. The event was a great success last year and we will continuing the tradition this year as we will continue to do forever. We will be releasing a NEW Blood Drive ad that is not to be missed and most likely be rejected by Blood Services much like last year's ad, seen below... *insert evil laughter*




2010 and WiH month also commenced the festival run of DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK. The very first festivals to show the film were two festivals in honor of WiH month, THE GHOULS ON FILM FESTIVAL and THE DOA PRETTY SCARY BLOOD BATH FILM FESTIVAL. We are blown away to be able to say that the film has been everywhere, from LA to the UK, Brazil, Vegas, Texas, Vancouver.... just to name a few. It's been one HELL of a year for DEAD HOOKER and we truly want to thank each and everyone of you for supporting us and our demented little film. Thank you to everyone who watched the film, bought a ticket, attended a festival, told a friend, wrote a blog, did an interview, reviewed the film, and told us about it! We can't begin to thank you enough for backing us. We wouldn't be where we are without you. Thank you from the bottoms of our twisted little hearts.

Now here's a little tune for your mind grapes while we go over the festivals, awards, and achievements for DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK...



Pretty Scary Blood Bath Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

Ghouls On Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

Pollygrind Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

Pollygrind Audience Award WINNER FAVORITE FEATURE 2010

Pollygrind Jury Award WINNER BEST SCREENPLAY 2010

Pollygrind Special Award WINNER EVERETTE HARTSOE'S BADGIRL AWARD 2010

Viscera Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

Viscera Film Festival SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD 2010

Bleedfest Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

CineFantasy Festival Curta Fantastico OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

CineFantasy Audience Award WINNER 2ND FAVORITE FEATURE 2010

Abertoir Horror Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010


Arizona Underground Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010


Horrible Imaginings, The Horror Film Festival of San Diego OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010


Blood Bath 2 Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

Queen City Scare Fair Horror Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

Drunken Zombie Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

37th NorthWest Film & Video Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

City Of Death International Film Festival OFFICIAL SELECTION 2010

City Of Death BEST FEATURE NOMINEE 2010

City Of Death BEST DIRECTOR NOMINEE 2010

City Of Death BEST SCREENPLAY NOMINEE 2010

City Of Death BEST ART DIRECTION NOMINEE 2010

City Of Death BEST ACTRESS NOMINEE 2010

City Of Death WINNER BEST DIRECTORS 2010

Big Daddy Award NOMINEE FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN DIRECTION 2010

Big Daddy Award NOMINEE FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN SCREENPLAY 2010

Flowers Of Flesh And Blood HORROR HIGHLIGHTS OF 2010 LIST

The Horror Examiner's TOP 20 HORROR FILMS OF 2010 LIST

From Midnight, With Love's TOP 11 GENRE FILMS OF 2010 LIST

The BloodSprayer's TOP 10 FILMS OF 2010 LIST.



We will be releasing official dates in the New Year, but we are happy to announce that DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK will be released next year. That's right, boys and grrls, you'll be able to bring home your very DEAD HOOKER! FINALLY!! Yaaaay~!!

And with the long journey of DEAD HOOKER IN A TRUNK coming to an end and PLEASE SUBSCRIBE locked and ready to unload on the film festival circuit, we begin anew with AMERICAN MARY.


It's been one hell of a year and the future is so bright we need sunglasses. Thank you to all of your for being there for us!! There are WAY too many of you to name and you certainly know who you are. Thank you more than we can ever express.



Our Bloodiest of Bests and we humbly promise, you ain't seen nothin' yet!!

XO,
Jen and Sylv