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There’s something inherently unsettling about teeth, and the addition of someone prodding at them with sharp instruments is especially invasive. On the other side of that coin, the negative association with dentistry can impact the professionals. Cult filmmaker Brian Yuzna tapped into these fundamental fears with his 1996 direct-to-video film, The Dentist, and its 1998 sequel, The Dentist 2.

In fact, Yuzna knew he could sell the movie based on the title alone, so he solicited writers to pitch him on the concept. It was his old pals Stuart Gordon and Dennis Paoli — for whom Yuzna had produced Re-Animator and From Beyond — that cracked the script. Charles Finch (who went on to executive produce David Cronenberg’s Spider) was later brought in to punch it up.

Continuing the underlying social commentary Yuzna explored with Society, the film centers on hot-headed dentist Alan Feinstone. After catching his wife (Linda Hoffman) going down...

In December, Silent Night, Deadly Night 3: Better Watch Out, Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation, and Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker will be getting the Blu-ray treatment as a triple feature in the Vestron Video Collector’s Series. (You can pre-order that release at This Link.) Now Vestron Video has announced that they will be giving the horror film The Dentist and its sequel The Dentist 2 a double feature Blu-ray release the following month, on January 24th!

The Dentist and The Dentist 2 will both be making their Blu-ray debut in The Dentist Collection. The films star Corbin Bernsen (Major League) as dentist Dr. Feinstone, who has everything – including a beautiful wife and a successful career in dentistry. That is, until he discovers his wife cheating on him. After going insane, he enacts cruel dental torture on his patients. The films have the following synopsis:

Where there’s a drill,...

From Lionsgate / Vestron, The Dentist and The Dentist 2 are packaged togeter and will be available for the first time on Blu-ray on January 24th!

Behind every clean, white surface lies the stench of decay. The Dentist Collection, which includes both The Dentist and its sequel The Dentist 2, will be released for the first time on Blu-ray™ + Digital January 24 from Lionsgate. Featuring two-time Primetime Emmy Award® nominee Corbin Bernsen, this horror collection follows dentist Dr. Feinstone who has everything including a beautiful wife and a successful career in dentistry. That is, until he discovers his wife cheating on him. After going insane, he enacts cruel dental torture on his patients. The Dentist Collection Blu-ray™ + Digital will be available for the suggested retail price of 17.99.

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Where there’s a drill, there’s a way. Corbin Bernsen stars as homicidal dentist Dr. Alan Feinstone in these two horror favorites, available for...

A 1990s horror staple, the Corbin Bernsen-starring The Dentist is making its Blu-ray debut as part of a double feature package that also includes the sequel, we’ve learned this week.

From Lionsgate, The Dentist Collection is coming to Blu-ray on January 24, 2023!

Where there’s a drill, there’s a way. Corbin Bernsen stars as homicidal dentist Dr. Alan Feinstone in these two horror favorites, available for the first time on Blu-ray.

Special Features include…

The Dentist:

Audio Commentary with Director Brian Yuzna and Special Makeup Effects Supervisor Anthony C. Ferrante Isolated Score Selections & Audio Interviews with Composer Alan Howarth and Director of Photography Levie Isaacks “The Doctor Is Insane” – An Interview with Actor Corbin Bernsen “Medical Malpractice” – An Interview with Cowriter Dennis Paoli “Mouths of Madness” – Interviews with Special Makeup Effects Supervisor Anthony C. Ferrante and Makeup Effects Artist J.M. Logan Trailer Still Gallery

The Dentist 2:

Audio...

Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat is a rarely seen or mentioned 80s/90s gem, filmed in the 80s, but not really seen until it hit VHS in 1991. Starring David Carradine, Morgan Brittany, and Bruce Campbell, and directed by Anthony Hickox, it's headed to Blu-ray as part of Vestron Video's "Collector's Series" on August 17th and we have an exclusive special feature clip. Watch as special effects master Tony Gardner talks about the process for creating vampire teeth for the film:

A new edition to the Vestron Video Collector’s Series, the tongue-in-cheek vampire film Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat arrives on Blu-ray™ (plus Digital) August 17 from Lionsgate. Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat stars Golden Globe® nominee David Carradine, Maxwell Caulfield, Morgan Brittany, Bruce Campbell, and Golden Globe® nominee Jim Metzler. Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat will be available on Blu-ray™ (plus Digital) for the suggested retail price of...

Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat is a rarely seen or mentioned 90s gem, starring David Carradine, Morgan Brittany, and Bruce Campbell, and directed by Anthony Hickox. It's headed to Blu-ray as part of Vestron Video's "Collector's Series" on August 17th and we have all the details:

A new edition to the Vestron Video Collector’s Series, the tongue-in-cheek vampire film Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat arrives on Blu-ray™ (plus Digital) August 17 from Lionsgate. Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat stars Golden Globe® nominee David Carradine, Maxwell Caulfield, Morgan Brittany, Bruce Campbell, and Golden Globe® nominee Jim Metzler. Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat will be available on Blu-ray™ (plus Digital) for the suggested retail price of $17.99.

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The road to Purgatory is paved with good intentions, and Count Mardulak (David Carradine) wouldn’t have it any other way. He’s seeking atonement for centuries of human carnage, which is...

The board of governors at the American Society of Cinematographers on Tuesday elected Stephen Lighthill as its new president. It is the second term in the top spot for Lighthill, who takes over from outgoing Asc president Kees van Oostrum, who had served the maximum four terms.

The Asc board today also voted in vice presidents Amy Vincent, Bill Bennett and John Simmons; treasurer Levie Isaacks; secretary Gregg Heschong; and sergeant-at-arms David Darby.

Lighthill, whose credits range from shooting for 60 Minutes, documentaries like the Rolling Stones pic Gimme Shelter and the Oscar-nominated Berkeley in the Sixties, and TV series like Nash Bridges and Earth 2, previously served as Asc president from 2012-13; he most recently was vice president of the organization. He also long has served as an officer on the National Executive Board of the International Cinematographers Guild, and is also the Discipline Chair: Cinematography at the AFI Conservatory.

In today’s film news roundup, Stephen Lighthill becomes president of the American Society of Cinematographers, Universal is teaming with Timur Bekmambetov and the DGA health plan is offering three months of free coverage to some members.

New President

The American Society of Cinematographers’ board of governors has elected Stephen Lighthill as president, replacing Kees van Oostrum.

The Asc noted that van Oostrum had served the maximum four terms and recently was appointed to lead Imago, the international federation of cinematographers. This is Lighthill’s second turn as Asc president, previously serving from 2012-2013. Most recently, he held the position of vice president. The board voted in three vice presidents — Amy Vincent, Bill Bennett and John Simmons. They elected Levie Isaacks as treasurer; Gregg Heschong as secretary; and David Darby as sergeant-at-arms

“This is a challenging moment for filmmaking in general and cinematography in particular,” Lighthill said. “As an organization,...

Stephen Lighthill was elected president of the American Society of Cinematographers, succeeding Kees van Oostrum, who has led the organization since 2016 and reached his term limit.

Also on Tuesday, Amy Vincent was elected first vp; Bill Bennett, second vp; John Simmons, third vp; Levie Isaacks, treasurer; Gregg Heschong, secretary; and David Darby, sergeant at arms.

A member of the Asc since 1999, Lighthill also served as the society's president from 2012-13 and this past year was its first vp.

The Dp, whose credits including Nash Bridges and Vietnam War Story, also serves as AFI Conservatory Cinematography Discipline Head ...

Stephen Lighthill was elected president of the American Society of Cinematographers, succeeding Kees van Oostrum, who has led the organization since 2016 and reached his term limit.

Also on Tuesday, Amy Vincent was elected first vp; Bill Bennett, second vp; John Simmons, third vp; Levie Isaacks, treasurer; Gregg Heschong, secretary; and David Darby, sergeant at arms.

A member of the Asc since 1999, Lighthill also served as the society's president from 2012-13 and this past year was its first vp.

The Dp, whose credits including Nash Bridges and Vietnam War Story, also serves as AFI Conservatory Cinematography Discipline Head ...

It's a good thing Ren&#233e Zellweger has finally come to terms with her starring role in Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation because we're getting an awesome blu-ray collector's edition from Scream Factory of the 90s cult classic this December.

If looks could kill, he wouldn't need a chainsaw. "Leatherface" is Back! Scream Factory proudly presents the fourth installment of the terrifying franchise Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation makes its blu-ray debut in North America on December 11, 2018 and is presented in an ultimate collector's edition featuring both the theatrical and director's cuts, with loads of new extras including new audio commentary and interviews with cast and crew.

When a helpful family invites two lost couples in for a good ol' down-home massacre, the prom night teens find themselves all dressed up ... with no place to escape. To their dismay, the old farmhouse is home to...

"If looks could kill, he wouldn't need a chainsaw." Co-starring Renée Zellweger and Matthew McConaughey, Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation is coming to home media like never before with a new Collector's Edition Blu-ray from Scream Factory, and ahead of its December 11th release, they've announced the full list of special features, including a new audio commentary (for the director's cut) by writer/director Kim Henkel.

Press Release: Los Angeles, CA – If looks could kill, he wouldn’t need a chainsaw. “Leatherface” is Back! Scream Factory proudly presents the fourth installment of the terrifying franchise Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation makes its Blu-ray debut in North America on December 11, 2018.

The film is presented here in an ultimate collector’s edition featuring both the theatrical and director’s cuts, with loads of new extras including new audio commentary and interviews with cast and crew.

When a...

The board of governors of the American Society of Cinematographers has re-elected Kees van Oostrum as president to serve his third consecutive one-year term.

The Amsterdam native was elected two years ago to a one-year term, succeeding Richard Crudo. The organization, now in its 99th year, has 370-plus active members and 200 associate members from ancillary segments of the industry. Membership is by invitation only.

The Asc made the announcement Tuesday. Its board also named its roster of officers for 2018-2019, including Bill Bennett, John Simmons and Cynthia Pusheck as vice presidents; Levie Isaacks as treasurer; David Darby as secretary; and Isidore Mankofsky as sergeant-at-arms.

“During this past year at the Asc, we have been steadfastly focused on educational events, international outreach, and efforts to promote diversity and inclusion,” said van Oostrum. “These all support our mission of loyalty, progress and artistry. As we look ahead, we plan to usher in...

Kees Van Oostrum has been re-elected to his third consecutive one-year term as president of the American Society of Cinematographers.

Also during Monday night's Asc board meeting, the society re-elected Bill Bennett, John Simmons and Cynthia Pusheck as vice presidents; Levie Isaacks as treasurer; David Darby as secretary; and Isidore Mankofsky as sergeant-at-arms.

It will be a busy year for the Asc, as the society will celebrate its centennial in 2019. "We plan to usher in the 100th anniversary of the Asc in a way that commemorates our heritage and positions our members to maintain a leadership role ...

Kees Van Oostrum has been re-elected to his third consecutive one-year term as president of the American Society of Cinematographers.

Also during Monday night's Asc board meeting, the society re-elected Bill Bennett, John Simmons and Cynthia Pusheck as vice presidents; Levie Isaacks as treasurer; David Darby as secretary; and Isidore Mankofsky as sergeant-at-arms.

It will be a busy year for the Asc, as the society will celebrate its centennial in 2019. "We plan to usher in the 100th anniversary of the Asc in a way that commemorates our heritage and positions our members to maintain a leadership role ...

Cinematographers guild board also votes in officers for 2017-18 term.

The American Society of Cinematographers (Asc) has re-elected Kees van Oostrum for a second term as president.

The Asc board met on Monday night and also voted in the officers for the 2017-18 term.

They are: Bill Bennett, John Simmons and Cynthia Pusheck as vice-presidents; Levie Isaacks as treasurer; David Darby as secretary; and Isidore Mankofsky as sergeant-at-arms.

“As an organisation, we are focused on education, international outreach, diversity and preservation of our heritage,” van Oostrum said. “Over the past year, we expanded our Master Class programme internationally to Toronto and China. We launched a Chinese version of American Cinematographer magazine. We are preparing for a third International Cinematography Summit, which sees attendees from several other societies around the world.

“And our Vision Committee has many initiatives planned after presenting two very successful ‘Day of Inspiration’ events in Los Angeles and New York, which were designed...

Kees Van Oostrum has been re-elected to his second consecutive one-year term as president of the American Society of Cinematographers.

Also during Monday night's Asc board meeting, the society elected or re-elected Bill Bennett, John Simmons and Cynthia Pusheck as vice presidents; Levie Isaacks as treasurer; David Darby as secretary; and Isidore Mankofsky as sergeant-at-arms.

“As an organization, we are focused on education, international outreach, diversity and preservation of our heritage,” said Van Oostrum. “We are preparing for a third International Cinematography Summit, which sees attendees from several other societies around the world. And our Vision...

As if HBO needed more nominations under their belt during their already active awards season, the network picked up four nods as part of the American Society of Cinematographers’ Outstanding Achievement Awards, which yesterday announced the contenders in their three television categories.

Boardwalk Empire picked up two nominations in the One-Hour Episodic Television category, Mildred Pierce secured a nod in the Television Movie/Miniseries contest, and the recently axed Bored to Death got a nod in the Half-Hour category.

Boardwalk will face PBS’s Downton Abbey, ABC’s Pan Am, and NBC’s Chase in its category, while Bored to Death...

HollywoodNews.com: The American Society of Cinematographers (Asc) has announced nominees in three television categories for the 26th Annual Outstanding Achievement Awards competition. The awards ceremony will be held here on February 12 at the Hollywood & Highland Grand Ballroom.

Nominees in the one-hour Episodic Television Series/Pilot Category are:

David Franco for HBO’s Boardwalk Empire (“To the Lost”)

Jonathan Freeman, Asc for Boardwalk Empire (“21″)

David Katznelson, Dff, Bsc for PBS’ Downton Abbey (Pilot)

John Lindley, Asc for ABC’s Pan Am (Pilot)

David Stockton, Asc for NBC’s Chase (“Narco Part 2″)

The finalists in the Television Movie/Miniseries category are:

Ed Lachman, Asc forHBO’s Mildred Pierce

Kevin Moss for Showtime’s Chicago Overcoat

David Moxness, Csc for ReelzChannel’s The Kennedys (“Moral Issues and Inner Turmoil”)

Martin Ruhe for PBS’ Page Eight

Wojciech Szepel for PBS’ Any Human Heart (“Episode 2″)

The third category, for a half-hour Episodic Series or Pilot,...

Los Angeles, December 28, 2011 – The American Society of Cinematographers (Asc) has announced nominees in three television categories for the 26th Annual Outstanding Achievement Awards competition. The awards ceremony will be held here on February 12 at the Hollywood & Highland Grand Ballroom. Nominees in the one-hour Episodic Television Series/Pilot Category are: David Franco for HBO’s Boardwalk Empire (“To the Lost”) Jonathan Freeman, Asc for Boardwalk Empire (“21″) David Katznelson, Dff, Bsc for PBS’ Downton Abbey (Pilot) John Lindley, Asc for ABC’s Pan Am (Pilot) David Stockton, Asc for NBC’s Chase (“Narco Part 2″) The finalists in the Television Movie/Miniseries category are: Ed Lachman, Asc for HBO’s Mildred Pierce Kevin Moss for Showtime’s Chicago Overcoat David Moxness, Csc for ReelzChannel’s The Kennedys (“Moral Issues and Inner Turmoil”) Martin Ruhe for PBS’ Page Eight Wojciech Szepel for PBS’ Any Human Heart (“Episode 2″) The third category, for a half-hour Episodic Series or Pilot,...

A lot of horror movies from the 1990s we'd like to push out of our memories, especially those that came directly after the Scream-effect. However, even during the gloomy part of the early '90s, there was a certain film about vampires fighting their desires in a remote town that sadly faded from the memories of many horror fans.

That film was Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat! It starred Bruce Campbell, David Carradine and Deborah Foreman. Out in the middle of nowhere, a family is caught between two feuding factions of blood-suckers. One side desires a peaceful coexistence with humans, while the others just want to drain the day-lovers of their precious life giving fluid.

Styd got the first look at the cover for Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat and the final specs that will be on the September 23rd release. The Anthony Hickox vampire tale will be loaded down...

Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat, a lost film classic starring Emmy® and Golden Globe® nominee David Carradine (Kill Bill: Vol. 2) and Bruce Campbell (Evil Dead Trilogy), is being released for the first time ever as a special edition DVD on September 23 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment.. A horror-western fusion about a community of vampires who live in a remote, dusty desert town, Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat Special Edition contains exciting bonus features including brand new interviews with Bruce Campbell and David Carradine, commentary with director Anthony Hickox and Director of Photography Levie Isaacks and a "Making of" featurette. Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat Special Edition is perfect for any DVD collector who thirsts for great entertainment!