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Fresh off the release of the first teaser for Sean Whalen’s new film, Swipe, we have an exclusive look at the film’s cast! The film, directed by Whalen and written by Mark Mardini, is a gnarly combo of Spider Baby, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, and The Hills Have Eyes, but with a twist…

In Swipe, a young woman must save her imprisoned brother from a sinister family of captors: a ruthless mother and her three mute daughters.

The star-studded cast includes Whalen, Rebekah Kennedy (who also produced the film with Whalen and Chris Sergi), Elaine Hendrix, Hana Mae Lee, Dominique Columbus, Bryan Fitzgerald, Phillip Garcia, Ray Santiago, and Alex Rich.

From top left, moving clockwise: Rebekah Kennedy, Elaine Hendrix, Sean Whalen, Hana Mae Lee, Dominique Columbus, Bryan Fitzgerald, Phillip Garcia, Ray Santiago, and Alex Rich

Kennedy said about the film’s cast, “Working with this cast was a dream.

Known to horror fans for his role in Wes Craven’s The People Under the Stairs, Sean Whalen made his directorial debut with last year’s horror-comedy Crust, and Deadline reports this morning that Whalen is back this year with a brand new horror movie titled Swipe.

Watch the teaser trailer for Sean Whalen’s Swipe down below.

Deadline details, “Swipe follows a young woman who must save her imprisoned brother from a sinister family of captors: a ruthless mother and her three mute daughters.”

Elaine Hendrix (Dynasty), Hana Mae Lee (Pitch Perfect), Dominique Columbus (Road House), Ray Santiago (Ash vs Evil Dead), Phillip Garcia (Clean Slate), Bryan Fitzgerald (American Rust), Alex Rich (The Patient), and Rebekah Kennedy (To The Bone) also star.

Mark Mardini wrote the screenplay for the upcoming Swipe.

Whalen previews, “Even though I am the director, this was a huge team effort, especially from my producing partners and writer.

Exclusive: Here’s your first teaser for horror movie Swipe, starring Elaine Hendrix (Dynasty), Hana Mae Lee (Pitch Perfect), Dominique Columbus (Road House 2024), Ray Santiago (One of Them Days) Phillip Garcia (Clean Slate), Bryan Fitzgerald (American Rust) and Alex Rich (The Patient).

Sean Whalen (Twister) and Rebekah Kennedy (To The Bone) also star and produce with the former also directing. Whalen produced for Msyl Productions and Kennedy for Slight Entertainment.

Swipe follows a young woman who must save her imprisoned brother from a sinister family of captors: a ruthless mother and her three mute daughters.

The film marks Whalen’s second directorial effort, following his feature debut Crust, distributed by Anchor Bay Entertainment. Chris Sergi (Blumhouse’s I’m Just F*cking With You) also produces. Script comes from Mark Mardini.

Whalen said: “Even though I am the director, this was a huge team effort, especially from my producing partners and writer Mardini.

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The slasher genre has had a long and enduring journey in the film industry, and now it finally has the recognition it deserves. As there are millions of fans and it almost always performs wonderfully at the box office, that’s why we have decided to compile a list of the best slasher films you can find on Netflix. So, if you are a fan of the slasher genre and love all the blood and gore, these seven films on Netflix are a must-watch for you.

Scream VI Credit – Paramount Pictures

Scream VI is a slasher horror thriller film co-directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett from a screenplay co-written by James Vanderbilt and Guy Busick. The 2023 film is the sixth installment in the long-running Scream film franchise and a direct sequel to the 2022 film Scream. It is set in New York,...

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Hailee Steinfeld is one of the most talented and beautiful young actresses in the film industry. Steinfeld began her acting career at the early age of 10 and soon found her breakout role of Mattie Ross in Ethan and Joel Coen‘s True Grit. Soon, Seinfeld became one of the most prominent child actors in the industry and appeared in several big and small-scale projects like Ender’s Game and Begin Again. Recently, she starred in Ryan Coogler‘s brilliant supernatural action horror film Sinners, and she is also a part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Kate Bishop. So, if you love Steinfeld’s performance, here are the best movies and TV shows starring Hailee Steinfeld you should check out right now.

10. Barely Lethal (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – A24

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Long before the MCU was raking in billions and telling large, interconnected stories with beloved characters like Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Captain America, there was Howard the Duck. Marvel's first theatrical feature film, which tried to capitalize on the success of the wisecracking, womanizing anthropomorphic duck, was a legendary disaster that had the comic book giant reeling for over a decade from its failure. For as plagued with controversy, contractual disputes, and odd creative choices as it is, though, its tale is fascinating. A new documentary titled Howard the Doc (Or: How I Learned to Start Quacking and Love the Bomb) now looks to tell that story for the first time in film form. Collider can exclusively share that Anchor Bay Entertainment has acquired the project and will release it in theaters this fall, followed by a physical and streaming release.

Howard the Doc takes viewers on a deep dive...

Evan Marlowe‘s latest feature film Abruptio is ambitious to say the least, primarily because it’s the first puppet-only horror movie out there. Plus, it’s stacked with voice talent, including horror legend Robert Englund, Mr. Freddy Krueger himself, who stars in our exclusive clip from the film!

But first, read the full synopsis:

Les Hackel hates his life. He works a dead-end job, was just dumped by his high-maintenance girlfriend, and still lives with his nagging mom. One night, he discovers a fresh incision behind his neck. His friend Danny tells him it’s a bomb, that someone has implanted one in his neck, too. And then the messages start coming in, forcing Les to carry out missions with deadly results. Les is partnered up with a series of oddball characters to commit heinous tasks. The violence escalating around him, Les pieces together the clues that reveal the...

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Heart Eyes is a romantic comedy and slasher film directed by Josh Ruben from a screenplay co-written by Phillip Murphy, Christopher Landon, and Michael Kennedy. The 2025 film is set in a world where a serial killer named Heart Eyes returns every Valentine’s Day to kill couples, and it follows a young couple in Seattle who Heart Eyes chase on the night of Valentine’s Day. Heart Eyes stars Olivia Holt, Mason Gooding, Gigi Zumbado, Michaela Watkins, Devon Sawa, and Jordana Brewster. So, if you loved the brutal kills, thrilling story, and loads of gore in Heart Eyes, here are some similar movies you should check out next.

Happy Death Day (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Universal Pictures

Happy Death Day is a dark comedy slasher film directed by Christopher Landon from a screenplay by Scott Lobdell. The 2017 film follows Tree Glebman,...

Paramount+ is among the world's best streaming services, thanks to its large collection of movies and television shows, primarily drawn from third-party libraries such as Comedy Central, CBS, Showtime, and Nickelodeon. While it offers a wide variety of content, from sports to late-night talk shows, its users eagerly await the monthly addition of films.

Naturally, Paramount+ subscribers are enthusiastic about what the streaming service has in store for them this month, and they will not be disappointed after taking a look at the lineup. With that in mind, here's every movie coming to Paramount+ in February 2025.

'The Babysitter' (2017) Streaming February 1

The Babysitter is a hilarious, cheesy slasher film directed by McG, who previously worked on Charlie's Angels and Terminator Salvation. The film stars Samara Weaving and follows Cole (Judas Lewis), who falls in love with his babysitter, Bee, a stunningly beautiful yet mysterious woman.

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Jordan Peele, renowned for his groundbreaking horror films, and James Marsters, best known for his role in ‘Buffy the Vampire Slayer’, face off in a gripping scene from the new movie ‘Abruptio’.

The film, which uses life-sized puppets instead of live actors, features Peele holding Marsters at gunpoint, adding a thrilling twist to the story. This innovative approach marks ‘Abruptio’ as the first of its kind in the horror genre.

The movie, directed by Evan Marlowe and produced by Kerry Marlowe, has already caught the attention of horror enthusiasts with its unique storytelling technique.

‘Abruptio’ showcases a stellar cast, including horror legend Robert Englund of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ fame, Sid Haig in his final role, Christopher McDonald known from ‘Happy Gilmore’, and Hana Mae Lee from ‘Pitch Perfect’.

The distribution is handled by Anchor Bay Entertainment, ensuring that the film reaches a wide audience.

‘Abruptio’ tells the story of Les Hackel,...

In a clip from the new horror movie Abruptio, Get Out’s Jordan Peele faces off against Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s James Marsters in a tense, potentially fatal confrontation.

In a new clip revealed by JoBlo, Peele's character holds Marsters' character at gunpoint in a tense scene from Abruptio. The film boasts a remarkable ensemble cast featuring some of the biggest names in horror alongside other well-known actors. Joining Peele are A Nightmare on Elm Street’s Freddy Krueger himself, Robert Englund; House of 1000 Corpses’ Sid Haig in his final role; Happy Gilmore and Beverly Hills Cop II actor Christopher McDonald; and Hana Mae Lee, known for her roles in the Pitch Perfect franchise and The Babysitter.

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Exclusive: Dark comedy-thriller Boris Is Dead has added Steven Bauer (Scarface), Chris Mulkey (Twin Peaks), Cam Gigandet (Twilight), Thomas Dekker (Terminator: The Sarah Connor Chronicles), Jesse Metcalfe (Desperate Housewives) and father/son duo Martin Kove (Cobra Kai) and Jesse Kove (Cobra Kai).

Also joining the indie movie are Traci Lords (Blade), James Duval (Donnie Darko), Mark Rolston (The Departed), Mindy Sterling (Austin Powers), Richard Riehle (Office Space), Hannah Masi (The Illegal) and Ken Foree (Dawn of the Dead).

As we revealed earlier this month, Dane Cook (Good Luck Chuck) and Hana Mae Lee (The Babysitter: Killer Queen) are leading the film, which is in post-production after shooting in Kansas City, Missouri.

Directed by James Cullen Bressack (Darkness of Man), the film follows a struggling actor, working as a waiter (Cook) who unwittingly becomes involved in a violent heist gone wrong, where his boss – deep in debt – has been stealing from...

Exclusive: Dane Cook (Good Luck Chuck) and Hana Mae Lee (The Babysitter: Killer Queen) are leading dark comedy thriller Boris Is Dead, which is in post-production.

Helmed by James Cullen Bressack (Darkness of Man), the film follows a struggling actor, working as a waiter (Cook) who unwittingly becomes involved in a violent heist gone wrong, where his boss – deep in debt – has been stealing from employees and running the restaurant as a front for the mob.

The original screenplay was written by real life twins Kerry Donelli and Jacqueline Donelli (Unedited Footage of a Bear) who also star and produce.

Pic is produced by Sasha Yelaun (The Old Way) and Henry Penzi (Hellfire). Executive producers include Dane Cook under his company banner SuperFinger Ent and Darryl Quarles (Big Momma’s Franchise). The film wrapped principal photography in Kansas City, Missouri. Jeremy O’Keefe (Never Have I Ever) is a co-producer and casting director on the project.

It is limiting horror movies to only carrying a social or thematic message. Sometimes these films can simply exist as visceral showcases. Horror movies can showcase human craftsmanship in practical effects, gore, special effects, etc., eliciting immediate reactions from the audience that have also become one of the genre’s trademarks.

To that end, “Abruptio” by Evan Marlowe is a marvelous work of craftsmanship. The entire film is done via puppetry, with a mix of live puppetry and life-size puppet work. There might also have been actors wearing puppet masks to maintain continuity in a film doubling down on its discontinuous sensibilities.

A middle-aged man, living with his parents, stuck in a dead-end job, and having broken up with his girlfriend of two years, gets a text message revealing that a bomb is stuck in his neck. If he doesn’t want to be blown up, he would have to...

The recently resurrected Anchor Bay Entertainment will release a trio of new indie horror films on Blu-ray and DVD on December 10: Crust, Cursed in Baja, and Abruptio.

Character actor Sean Whalen (The People Under the Stairs) makes his feature directorial debut on Crust, an offbeat horror-comedy about a sock monster that he co-wrote with Jim Wald.

Whalen stars with Daniel Roebuck (Terrifier 3), Alan Ruck (Ferris Bueller’s Day Off), Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp), and Ricky Dean Logan (Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare).

In Crust, “Vegas Winters is a former child star who owns a laundromat. One of the benefits of running the place is finding all the leftover socks from his customers, which Vegas uses in creative ways. After Vegas becomes the victim of bullying, he seeks refuge from the attack in the pile of socks. His pain somehow creates a monster willing to seek vengeance for Vegas.”

Cursed in Baja...

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Time Cut is a sci-fi slasher horror film directed by Hannah MacPherson who also co-wrote the screenplay with Michael Kennedy. The Netflix film follows a high school senior student and amateur inventor who accidentally finds a time machine and travels back to the year 2003 when an unknown killer killed her sister in hopes of saving her. Time Cut stars Madison Bailey, Antonia Gentry, Michael Shanks, Griffin Gluck, Megan Best, Samuel Braun, Sydney Sabiston, Kataem O’Connor, and Rachael Crawford. So, if you loved the inventive element in the slasher horror genre and the compelling characters in Time Cut here are some similar movies you should check out next.

Totally Killer (Prime Video) Credit – Prime Video

Totally Killer is a slasher horror comedy film directed by Nahnatchka Khan from a screenplay co-written by David Matalon, Sasha Perl-Raver, and Jen D’Angelo.

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It’s What’s Inside is a sci-fi comedy horror film written and directed by Greg Jardin. The Netflix film revolves around a group of college friends who reunite before one of them gets married but the arrival of an uninvited guest with a mysterious suitcase starts to tear the group apart. It’s What’s Inside stars Alycia Debnam-Carey, Gavin Leatherwood, James Morosini, Reina Hardesty, David W. Thompson, Madison Davenport, Nina Bloomgarden, Hailee Keanna Lautenbach, and Brittany O’Grady. So, if you loved the thrilling suspense, compelling characters, and an intensely dramatic story with a tinge of comedy in It’s What’s Inside here are some similar movies you should check out next.

Talk To Me (Paramount+ & Rent on Prime Video) Credit – A24

Talk To Me is a supernatural horror thriller film directed by Danny and Michael Philippou from a screenplay...

If you’ve heard anything at all about the film Abruptio, it’s most likely been positive, and you’ve probably wondered why you can’t find it in a theater or streaming. All of that is changing, which is a very good thing if you’re a fan of unique horror movies.

Released in 2023, Abruptio played at 37 international festivals, winning 21 awards along the way. I was lucky enough to receive a screener at that time, and I absolutely loved it. But, don’t take just my word for it. My colleague Brian Fanelli recently had the opportunity to watch Abruptio and he also gave it an extremely positive review.

Abruptio opened in select theaters on September 27, and will continue its run through at least mid-October. Hopefully, it will expand into even more theaters, because it’s a film that deserves to be seen on the big screen.

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A scene from the unique horror movie experience Abruptio features Nope's Jordan Peele in a new clip as fans get their first look at Peele's role in the chilling puppet-filled tale.

Screen Rant recently premiered a new scene from Abruptio, featuring Peele alongside Buffy the Vampire Slayer's James Marsters, who leads the star-studded cast of the thrilling horror film. The movie is the first horror feature to tell its story using striking, realistic, life-sized puppets throughout the entirety of the film. Abruptio is written and directed by Evan Marlowe, produced by Kerry Marlowe, and by Thomas Zambeck and Brian Katz via Anchor Bay Entertainment.

Related New Horror Movie Unites Friday the 13th & Texas Chainsaw Massacre Stars

Two of the biggest names in horror come together for a blood-soaked experience aboard the Hayride to Hell from Breaking Glass Pictures.

In the Abruptio clip, Peele's character, Danny, is seen playing a...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Get ready for a unique horror experience with Abruptio, featuring explosive tension and a cast of top-tier actors. Freddy Krueger's Robert Englund and visionary director Jordan Peele join the chilling puppet-filled story. The surprise addition of Happy Gilmore's Christopher McDonald adds an exciting twist to this genre-bending film.

Abruptio is a new horror movie written and directed by Evan Marlowe, and Screen Rant has a first look at the trailer and poster. The movie, told via puppets, is about a man who wakes up to find an explosive device has been implanted in his neck, only to be forced to carry out crimes in order to stay alive. Abruptio is produced by Kerry Marlowe and by Umbrelic Entertainment co-founders Thomas Zambeck and Brian Katz via Anchor Bay Entertainment.

Screen Rant is excited to debut the poster and trailer for Abruptio.

Robbie Amell has appeared in a variety of projects, from rom-coms to superhero shows, steadily building his Hollywood career. He has excelled in diverse roles, moving from playing jocks to leading men, showcasing his acting range and talent. Amell's most successful projects include Code 8, The Babysitter, and Upload, where he shines as a multifaceted actor.

Robbie Amell has appeared in dozens of projects, often appearing in TV shows and rom-coms, and steadily making a name for himself in more mainstream Hollywood projects. Amell is a fairly young actor, but in a little under 20 years, he has managed to rack up an impressive 56 acting credits with more on the way. From an early age, he took an interest in acting and began performing in theater as a child. When he was just 17, he landed his first major role in a Hollywood movie that starred Steve Martin, Cheaper by the Dozen 2.

Since then,...

Back in the late ’90s and early 2000s, Anchor Bay Entertainment was a major player in the horror world, giving DVD releases to films like the Evil Dead trilogy, George A. Romero’s Dead trilogy, the Sleepaway Camp franchise, The Hills Have Eyes, The Car, Maniac, Prom Night, some of the Hellraisers, Halloweens, and much more. Then things changed, and eventually Anchor Bay got folded into Lionsgate Home Entertainment… but now Deadline reports that the Anchor Bay Entertainment label is being revived, and the revival is starting off with the releases of puppet horror film Abruptio and Dinner with Leatherface, a documentary that looks at the life, career, and legacy of original Leatherface actor Gunnar Hansen!

Umbrelic Entertainment co-founders Thomas Zambeck and Brian Katz are behind the return of Anchor Bay Entertainment, and they’re planning to use the label to bring the world “genre films, undiscovered treasures, cult classics,...

Umbrelic Entertainment co-founders launch new distribution arm, Anchor Bay Entertainment, to curate a library of films ranging from new releases to cult classics. Anchor Bay aims to honor the history and spirit of the beloved genre film brand while looking for interesting films that break the mold. Anchor Bay Entertainment's first releases include the unique horror film Abruptio and the anticipated documentary Dinner with Leatherface, featuring interviews with horror mainstays and the original cast of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.

Umbrelic Entertainment co-founders Thomas Zambeck and Brian Katz announced the launch of its new distribution arm, Anchor Bay Entertainment. The founders aim to curate a new library of films for distribution, projects that range from new release genre films, undiscovered treasures, cult classics, and remastered catalog releases. The name hearkens back to the classic home media distributor Anchor Bay, which was beloved by owners of VHS tapes and '90s and 2000s horror movie DVDs,...

A familiar label for horror fans is getting a resurrection. Umbrelic Entertainment co-founders Thomas Zambeck and Brian Katz are bringing back a new iteration of Anchor Bay Entertainment with the goal to curate a new library of films for distribution, projects that range from new release genre films, undiscovered treasures, cult classics, and remastered catalog releases.

The new launch comes with a pair of acquisition titles: puppet horror film Abruptio and documentary Dinner with Leatherface.

“We had an opportunity to take the name of a beloved genre film brand, one we feel a personal connection to, for our new company,” says Zambeck in a press release statement. “This is a new venture, unaffiliated with any previous incarnations. We aim to honor the history and spirit of the past as we look for interesting films that break the mold, and will be discovered by new generations for years to come.”

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Exclusive: Umbrelic Entertainment co-founders Thomas Zambeck and Brian Katz are bringing back a new Anchor Bay Entertainment with an eye on genre films, undiscovered treasures, cult classics, and remastered catalog releases.

“We had an opportunity to take the name of a beloved genre film brand, one we feel a personal connection to, for our new company,” says Zambeck. “This is a new venture, unaffiliated with any previous incarnations. We aim to honor the history and spirit of the past as we look for interesting films that break the mold, and will be discovered by new generations for years to come.”

In Lionsgate’s acquisition of Starz in December 2016, the studio absorbed the North American branches of Anchor Bay Entertainment. The Anchor Bay Entertainment trademark was up for acquisition so Zambeck and Katz took the opportunity to acquire it. The new Anchor Bay Entertainment doesn’t include the previous label’s library.

Director McG is optimistic about the possibility of a third installment in The Babysitter franchise. McG says that they are still in talks about making The Babysitter 3. The first two movies helped launch the careers of Samara Weaving and Jenna Ortega, and the director hopes to find another rising star for the potential third film.

The possibility of The Babysitter 3 has been given an optimistic update from director McG. He helmed the first two entries in the franchise, 2017's The Babysitter and 2020's The Babysitter: Killer Queen, both of which starred Judah Lewis as a young man named Cole whose babysitter Bee (Samara Weaving) turns out to be the leader of a Satanic cult. The ensemble cast also includes Robbie Amell, Bella Thorne, Andrew Bachelor, Emily Alyn Lynd, Hana Mae Lee, Ken Marino, and Leslie Bibb, with rising star Jenna Ortega being added for the sequel.

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Suitable Flesh is a horror thriller film directed by Joe Lynch, from a screenplay by Dennis Paoli. Based on the 1937 H.P. Lovecraft‘s short story titled The Thing on the Doorstep, the story of the film revolves around Psychiatrist Elizabeth Derby, who becomes obsessed with helping a young patient of hers, who is suffering from a severe personality disorder. This obsession leads to some horrific supernatural danger. Suitable Flesh stars Heather Graham in the lead role with Judah Lewis, Barbara Crampton, and Johnathan Schaech starring in supporting roles. So, if you love the horror film here are some similar movies you could watch next.

Freaky (Prime Video) Credit – Universal Pictures

Synopsis: Prepare for a Freaky take on the body-swap movie which only Blumhouse (makers of Happy Death Day & The Purge Franchises) could bring: a teenage girl switches bodies with a relentless serial killer! High school senior Millie is just trying...

Totally Killer is a comedy horror film directed by Nahnatchka Khan, from a screenplay by David Matalon, Sasha Perl-Raver, and Jen D’Angelo. The Prime Video film follows the story of Jamie, who goes back in time to 1987 in order to stop the killer who killed her mother’s friends on Halloween. Totally Killer stars Kiernan Shipka in the lead role with Julie Bowen and Olivia Holt in supporting roles. So, if you loved the Prime Video film here are some similar shows you could watch next.

Happy Death Day (Rent on Prime Video) Credit – Universal Pictures

Synopsis: Blumhouse produces an original and inventive rewinding thriller in Happy Death Day, in which a college student relives the day of her murder with both its unexceptional details and terrifying end until she discovers her killer’s identity.

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Synopsis: Starring Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox, and Drew Barrymore,...

Director Evan Marlowe pulls just the right strings for the uniquely disturbing horror trip that is Abruptio. Integrating life-like puppets into an all too real world, Marlowe explores the darker depths of the human experience in a film viewers surely won’t forget.

Down on his luck Les Hackel (James Marsters) can’t catch a break. In his 30’s and single, Les lives with his parents, can’t escape his monotonous office job, and struggles with an alcohol addiction. If that wasn’t enough, things take a turn for the worse when his buddy Danny (Jordan Peele) reveals explosive devices have been sewn into the necks of the working class. As long as unlucky carriers do exactly as they are instructed to, the bombs won’t detonate. However, the tasks given aren’t as simple as taking the trash out. Les is thrown into a world of violent, murderous crime...

Brittany Snow is opening up about one of the “hardest mental health challenges” she has faced in the past year and how she has relied on her friends for support.

Although Snow doesn’t reveal too many details, the American Dreams alum filed for divorce in January of this year from husband of two years Tyler Stanaland. The couple had announced they were separated four months prior amid drama stemming from the Netflix reality series Selling the Oc.

“In the past year I went through probably the hardest mental health challenge I’ve ever faced. In one day, in a matter of hours, my life turned completely upside down,” Snow told Bustle. “I was blindsided and every thing I thought I knew, held sacred and truly trusted in my life was completely different.”

Snow continued, “A couple days later my grandmother passed away and I think every thing I knew about mental health was tested.

Abruptio Brings Puppets to Fantaspoa After Winning Audience Award for Best FX at Panic Fest Puppet Horror Film Screens Next in Porto Alegre Featuring the Voices of James Marsters, Jordan Peele, Hana Mae Lee, Robert Englund, Sid Haig, Christopher McDonald & Rich Fulcher Screens April 28 and 30 ““Abruptio” is astonishing — a film full of …

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Lilly (Hana Mae Lee) is one of Pitch Perfect’s most intriguing characters, partially for her defining characteristic of speaking her lines very quietly. Especially in Lilly’s case, some of Pitch Perfect’s best comedic moments are due to their layers of humor, in which her quiet speaking voice and how no one can hear what she says is only the surface level of the joke. But the second part of the joke is the utterly bizarre things that Lilly says. The original film never resolved or explained why Lilly is this way, nor did it need to, but the latest Pitch Perfect movie explained some of the strangest eccentricities of Lilly’s character.

The original film tells the story of a college student named Bella (Anna Kendrick) who’s cajoled into joining her university’s all-female a cappella group. Once there, she meets Pitch Perfect's cast of...

Hundreds Of Beavers Teaser Trailer: "In this silent supernatural epic, a drunken applejack salesman is thrust into the frigid wilderness. Can he go from zero to hero, become North America's greatest fur trapper, and defeat hundreds of beavers?"

After a celebrated World Premiere at FantasticFest 2022, it took to the festival circuit, and will be screening at twelve different festivals in April alone, including Atlanta Film Festival where it's nominated for Best Cinematography, and Fantaspoa in Brazil. Hundreds of Beavers is from writer/director Mike Cheslik and producer Ryland Brickson Cole Tews.



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Abruptio at Panic Fest: "HellBent Pictures is excited to announce the next screening of Evan Marlowe's life-sized puppet horror Abruptio at Panic Fest, Kansas City's celebrated film festival now in its 10th year at the historic Screenland Theater. Comedy, mystery, blood, A-List voices, action, and puppets combine in the first-of-its-kind surrealistic horror/thriller.

Abruptio features the voice talents...

"I just need to stay alive long enough to figure this out..." A promo trailer has debuted for a very strange indie film titled Abruptio, made by a filmmaker named Evan Marlowe. After years in production, Abruptio finally had its world premiered at the Santa Monica Film Festival in January. It is now screening virtually at Cinejoy this month, before stopping by a few other genre festivals this year. No release date is set. "Comedy, mystery, blood, A-List voices, action, puppets combine in the first-of-its-kind surrealistic horror-thriller." Les Hackel is a guy down on his luck who wakes to find an explosive device has been implanted in his neck. Abruptio uses the voices of James Marsters as Les, Hana Mae Lee, Jordan Peele (!!), Christopher McDonald, Robert Englund (aka the original Freddy), Darren Darnborough, Rich Fulcher, and the iconic Sid Haig in one of his final roles. Marlowe wants people to...

Are you ready for the season finale of Ultra City Smiths?

The thrilling conclusion airs Thursday on AMC+, and it's going to be fun!

"There’s a darkness here in Ultra City. Yeah, something heavy’s coming down. Mills has to figure it out and stop it. And now he’s all alone," reads the official logline for the finale.

AMC+ shared an exclusive look at the episode, and the clip shows Donella on a mission to pass the torch for a Mayoral candidate.

The problem is that she can't find anyone who will be allowed to do the job.

The clip is fun and shows off the signature humor we've come to expect from this addictive series.

From AMC Studios and created by Conrad, Ultra City Smiths hinges on an investigation into the mysterious disappearance of fictional metropolis Ultra City’s most famous magnate (Kurtwood Smith).

Two intrepid detectives...

Check out the new trailer for Habit starring Bella Thorne, Paris Jackson and Gavin Rossdale, as they dodge drug lords on their tails and stomp some butt like no other nuns can. It's a fast-paced, one-liner packed thrill ride. The "They're still bad girls underneath," tag line is an understatement.

The official synopsis reads: Reminiscent of early Tarantino, this edgy, outrageous thriller is one 'habit' you'll want to acquire! The action begins as L.A. party girl Mads gets a gig running drugs for Eric, a washed-up Hollywood star. When their cash gets stolen and Eric is slain by a rival drug lord, Mads and her two sexy BFFs hide out by dressing up as nuns. But in spite of their costumes, these bad girls are no angels. The film also stars Paris Jackson, Hana Mae Lee (Pitch Perfect), and Gavin Rossdale (Constantine). Musicians Alison Mosshart, who's making her film debut,...

Habit Trailer — Janell Shirtcliff‘s Habit (2021) movie trailer has been released by Lionsgate. The Habit trailer stars Bella Thorne, Gavin Rossdale, Libby Mintz, Andreja Pejic, Hana Mae Lee, Ione Skye, Aaron Diaz, Jamie Hince, Hayley Marie Norman, Alison Mosshart, Paris Jackson, and Josie Ho. Crew Libby Mintz and Janell Shirtcliff wrote the screenplay for Habit. [...]

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"Always did have a flavor for danger." Lionsgate has dropped a new trailer for a dark, edgy thriller comedy titled Habit, marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Janell Shirtcliff. This film has dropped out of nowhere, not hitting any festivals or anywhere else before opening in August this summer. It definitely looks like a very Los Angeles film made by Los Angeles people for Los Angeles people. A street smart party girl gets mixed up in a violent drug deal and finds a possible way out by masquerading as a Nun with her other BFFs to escape a L.A. drug lord. The Habit ensemble cast includes Bella Thorne, Gavin Rossdale, Libby Mintz, Andreja Pejic, Hana Mae Lee, Ione Skye, Aaron Diaz, Jamie Hince, Hayley Marie Norman, Alison Mosshart, with Paris Jackson and Josie Ho. This (obviously) looks all wild & crazy, and instantly forgettable, another of these mediocre crime...

This summer’s San Diego Comic-Con once again invites fans to sit on their couches and enjoy the pop culture extravaganza from the safety of their homes. There is one difference from last year’s virtual event, however: It will be an abbreviated one, taking place over three days, from Friday, July 23 through Sunday, July 25 — but there are still a bevy of TV show panels on the lineup, which will be streaming for free via YouTube.

Note: Yes, there will again be a DC Fandome virtual event this year (on Oct. 16), where in 2020 shows such as The Flash, Titans, Batwoman...

Taking part in this year's Comic-Con@Home? You won't want to miss AMC's killer lineup of panels, including The Walking Dead, Creepshow, V/H/S/94 and much more!

New York, NY – July 7, 2021 – AMC Networks announced today its extensive lineup of panels at this year’s Comic-Con@Home, which runs from July 23 to July 25, including The Walking Dead, Fear the Walking Dead, The Walking Dead: World Beyond, Ultra City Smiths, Doctor Who, Creepshow, and anthologies Slasher: Flesh & Blood, Horror Noire and V/H/S/94. AMC Networks’ panels from Comic-Con@Home will be available on AMC+ the day after the Comic-Con debut.

Panel details below (in chronological order):

V/H/S/94

Panel Time: Friday, July 23 at 1:00 Pm Pt

The Shudder Original Film V/H/S/94 marks the return of the infamous “found footage” anthology. Moderated by Richard Newby of Fangoria and The Hollywood Reporter, the panel will feature co-creator Brad Miska,...

Update 7:42Am, after Previous Exclusive: AMC has made official what we told you earlier: The Walking Dead and its standalone series The Walking Dead: World Beyond and Fear the Walking Dead will be at virtual Comic-Con over July 23-25. Below is AMC’s schedule which includes V/H/S/94, Slasher: Flesh & Blood, Ultra City Smiths, Creepshow, Horror Noir and Doctor Who. All AMC Networks panels will be available on AMC+ the day after their Comic-Con@Home debut.

V/H/S/94

Panel Time: Friday, July 23 at 1:00 Pm Pt

The Shudder Original Film V/H/S/94 marks the return of the infamous “found footage” anthology and this panel will feature co-creator Brad Miska, producer Josh Goldbloom and segment directors Simon Barrett, Timo Tjahjanto, Jennifer Reeder, Ryan Prows and Chloe Okuno. The fourth installment in the horror V/H/S anthology franchise debuts this fall on Shudder. In V/H...

Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard, Alia Shawkat and Tim Meadows are among the actors joining the voice cast for AMC+’s stop-motion animated series Ultra City Smiths, from Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and showrunner Steve Conrad.

Set to debut on AMC+ on July 22, Ultra City Smiths hinges on an investigation into the mysterious disappearance of fictional metropolis Ultra City’s most famous magnate (Smith). Two intrepid detectives (Simpson and Randolph) follow the case, rallying to fight against their city’s dangerous corruption, at a high cost to themselves and their families, all in pursuit of a gentler place to call home. Bell appears as Donella Pecker, Shepard as Congressman Chris Pecker, Shawkat as Little Grace, and Meadows as Deputy Mayor Jeff Thumb.

Also joining the cast are Terry O’Quinn as Captain Krieger, Debra Winger as Trish McSapphire, Luis Guzmán as Rodrigo Smalls, Julian Barratt as The Most Dangerous Man in the World,...

AMC has lined up a big-name voice cast for its animated series Ultra City Smiths.

Jimmi Simpson (Westworld), Da’Vine Joy Randolph (Empire, High Fidelity), John C. Reilly (Ralph Breaks the Internet) and Bebe Neuwirth (Madam Secretary) head the ensemble for the stop-motion series, which plays out a murder mystery using baby dolls repurposed as a grown-up cast of characters. The cast also includes Jason Mantzoukas, Damon Herriman, Melissa Villaseñor, Kurtwood Smith, Tim Heidecker, Chris Conrad and Hana Mae Lee.

Steve Conrad (Amazon’s Patriot, Epix’s Perpetual Grace Ltd.) serves as showrunner. AMC Studios and Stoopid Buddy Stoodios (Robot Chicken) ...

AMC has lined up a big-name voice cast for its animated series Ultra City Smiths.

Jimmi Simpson (Westworld), Da’Vine Joy Randolph (Empire, High Fidelity), John C. Reilly (Ralph Breaks the Internet) and Bebe Neuwirth (Madam Secretary) head the ensemble for the stop-motion series, which plays out a murder mystery using baby dolls repurposed as a grown-up cast of characters. The cast also includes Jason Mantzoukas, Damon Herriman, Melissa Villaseñor, Kurtwood Smith, Tim Heidecker, Chris Conrad and Hana Mae Lee.

Steve Conrad (Amazon’s Patriot, Epix’s Perpetual Grace Ltd.) serves as showrunner. AMC Studios and Stoopid Buddy Stoodios (Robot Chicken) ...

A government testing facility is home to eerie experiments on people with extreme fears in Phobias, and with the new horror anthology film out now on Digital and On Demand via Vertical Entertainment, we caught up with filmmaker Maritte Lee Go to discuss her segment for the movie, Vehophobia (which she co-wrote with Broderick Engelhard), including the chilling real-life experience that inspired the story, working with Radio Silence (who executive produced the film), and she also discussed her upcoming "Welcome to the Blumhouse" movie, Black as Night.

Thanks for taking the time to answer questions for us, Maritte, and congratulations on your work in the new movie Phobias! How did you initially get involved with this anthology? Were you originally going to direct Vehophobia as a separate short film?

Maritte Lee Go: Thank you so much! I’m very excited for this to finally be released. Eric Fleischman (the producer...

The Brad Furman-directed crime thriller City of Lies has had quite a journey, but the Saban Films release finally hits theaters today before dropping on digital and on demand April 9.

Based on the book, LAbyrinth, by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Randall Sullivan and adapted by Christian Contreras, City of Lies follows the investigation into the infamous murder of iconic rap artist Christopher Wallace aka the hip hop legend Notorious B.I.G.

Oscar and Emmy winner Forest Whitaker stars as Jack Jackson, a journalist who teams up with LAPD detective Russell Poole (Johnny Depp), who spent nearly 20 years trying to solve the murder. The two of them try to find the truth. They explore why the case remains cold — and why a secret division of the LAPD is seemingly set on keeping it that way.

It’s not a lie that City of Lies went through a lot to make its way to the theaters.

Leonardo Nam, Martina Garcia, Hana Mae Lee, Lauren Miller Rogen with Macy Gray and Ross Partridge Directed By Camilla Belle, Maritte Lee Go, Chris von Hoffmann, Joe Sill, Jess Varley Screenplay By Camilla Belle, Chris von Hoffmann, Joe Sill, Jess Varley, Maritte Lee Go & Broderick Engelhard Five dangerous patients, suffering from extreme phobias at …

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Fears come to life at a government testing site in the trailer for the new horror anthology Phobias, coming to select theaters, On Demand, and Digital on March 19th from Vertical Entertainment.

Directed by Camilla Belle, Maritte Lee Go, Chris von Hoffmann, Joe Sill, and Jess Varley, and written by Belle, Hoffmann, Sill, Varley, and Maritte Lee Go & Broderick Engelhard, Phobias stars Leonardo Nam, Martina Garcia, Hana Mae Lee, and Lauren Miller Rogen, with Macy Gray and Ross Partridge.

Synopsis: "Five dangerous patients, suffering from extreme phobias at a government testing facility, are put to the ultimate test under the supervision of a crazed doctor and his quest to weaponize fear."



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Omg! Phobias looks so terrifying! Just check out this trailer:

Five dangerous patients, suffering from extreme phobias at a government testing facility, are put to the ultimate test under the supervision of a crazed doctor and his quest to weaponize fear.

Phobias stars Leonardo Nam, Martina Garcia, Hana Mae Lee, Lauren Miller Rogen with Macy Gray and Ross Partridge

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“Phobias,” a group-directed genre title about our worst fears, has sold North American distribution rights to Vertical Entertainment.

The anthology film features the directorial debuts of three women — Jess Varley, Maritte Go, and actor Camilla Belle. They’re joined by Chris von Hoffman (“Monster Party”) and Joe Sill (“Stray”).

The film follows five dangerous patients at a government testing facility, all suffering from extreme phobias. A crazed doctor attempts to weaponize these anxieties. Vertical is hoping for a theatrical release and a digital platform rollout in March.

“Phobias” stars Leonardo Nam (“Westworld”), Hana Mae Lee (“Pitch Perfect”), Alexis Knapp (“The Knocking”), Lauren Miller Rogen, Martina Garcia (“Narcos”) and Grammy winner Macy Gray. The directors collaborated on the script with Broderick Engelhard.

Eric B. Fleischman of Defiant Studios and Maurice Fadida of Kodiak Pictures produced the film along with director Varley. The project is executive produced by Radio Silence, the filmmaking...