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Michael Aguiar's The Laughing Mask is moving closer and closer to a wide release. Most recently, Aguiar has announced that the film will have its World Premiere at Lake Mary, Florida. The film will play, appropriately, on Halloween night. As well, the filmmakers on this production have released several new stills for the film. Horror fans can find all of the latest details on The Laughing Mask here. In the story, Jake (John Hardy) is a man tormented by the Laughing Mask. He has lost his wife, Jaycee (Inge Uys) to this sadistic killer. And now, his daughter is missing. Jake must team up with the diligent Kate O’Malley (Sheyenne Rivers), to track this killer down. But, no one knows the Laughing Mask's haunts better than him. The latest stills for the film are below. The photos show the Laughing Mask in his lair. He torments one victim,...

Director Michael Aguiar continues to release material for his serial killer thriller The Laughing Mask. Aguiar has released two trailers previously. His latest clip shows the Laughing Mask killer, tormenting two tied victims. As an update, The Laughing Mask has been shot and completed. The film is currently in talks for distribution, with a World Premiere set to be announced shortly. As well, The Laughing Mask stars Fran Rafferty, Inge Uys, Gabriel Lee, Sheyenne Rivers, Thomas Noel Smith and Matt Ganey. The third clip for the film is hosted below. For those unfamiliar with the film's story, the Laughing Mask killer is a man on a mission. He wants to kill as many innocent people as possible. He has already ruined Jake's (John Hardy) life, by killing his wife and daughter. But, he is determined to increase the body count as the authorities close in. The latest clip shows a dollhouse and the killer.

We’re back with another edition of the Indie Spotlight, highlighting recent independent horror news sent our way. Today’s feature includes details on the Lethal Ladies of Horror Film Festival, House of Monsters concept art, a Chainsaw Sally: The Animated Series casting update, multiple trailers, reviews, and much more:

Lethal Ladies of Horror Film Festival Details: “You can’t keep a lethal lady down. Flicks for Fans and Arrow in the Head, the team behind last year’s Evil Dead Fest, are proud to present the resurrection of the all new Lethal Ladies of Horror Film Festival Saturday, March 29th, 2014 at the famed art deco-themed 1940’s built Crest Theatre in Westwood, CA. This will be an amazing event for all film fans and those with an appreciation for strong roles by women in horror. As always Flicks for Fans will have much for fans who attend the fest including great concession specials,...

It was November of 2012 when we first heard about Michael Aguiar's The Laughing Mask, and an update has finally come along with the film's official teaser trailer and some new images. Check 'em out and enjoy a good chuckle!

From the Press Release:

The Laughing Mask is an indie horror co-production from America and Brazil from writer/director Michael Aguiar and production house Bravestarr Pictures. The Laughing Mask was shot and completed in Florida over a rigorous 28-day shooting schedule.

The Director of Photography, William Schweikert, used a Red Epic camera to capture all of the horrifying imagery, while Daniel Mazikowski (The Sadist) handled all the special effects. The cast is compromised of several rising stars including Fran Rafferty, Inge Uys, Gabriel Lee, Sheyenne Rivers, Matt Ganey, and Thomas Noel Smith.

The film’s story involves the loss of family. Jake has lost his wife to a deranged killer – The Laughing Mask.

In today's Indie Beat, we have the first teaser trailer for the upcoming horror film The Laughing Mask from Director Michael Aguiar, which was shot in only 28 days. Come inside to learn more about the film and watch the teaser!

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The Laughing Mask is an indie horror co-production from America and Brazil and from director Michael Aguiar and production house Bravestarr Pictures. Recently,The Laughing Mask was shot and completed in Florida, over a rigorous twenty-eight day shooting schedule. The Director of Photography, William Schweikert, used a...

The trailer for Michael Aguiar's The Laughing Mask is here! Horror fans might remember this title from an early teaser trailer, which was released in 2012. Since then, this title has been financed, casted and shot. From Bravestarr Pictures, The Laughing Masks stars Fran Rafferty, Inge Uys, Gabriel Lee, Sheyenne Rivers, Thomas Noel Smith and Matt Ganey. A second, much longer is now available below! The Laughing Mask is a tale of revenge and redemption. Jake has lost his wife to this sadistic killer. And now, his daughter is missing. A serial killer, labelled "The Laughing Mask" by the media, is responsible for Jake's losses. And, Jake must team up with Det. Kate O'Malley to track this man down and deliver vengeance. The trailer for the film shows the killer, in his workshop. Jake is also shown as he searches for this madman. Fans of horror are highly encouraged to check out the trailer below,...