Showing posts with label Roger Corman. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Roger Corman. Show all posts

Monday, September 23, 2019

A BUCKET OF BLOOD Becomes Part of the Olive Signature Series on September 24th!


Olive Signature's A BUCKET OF BLOOD Blu-ray Cover.
ROGER CORMAN'S "A BUCKET OF BLOOD" GETS A 4K REMASTER FOR ITS 60TH ANNIVERSARY!

It's been a long time since I've watched A BUCKET OF BLOOD, but boy do I fond memories of it. The film was directed by Roger Corman, and features THAT GUY DICK MILLER as a wannabee artist who literally turns murder into an art form, passing off his victims as twisted sculptures! Olive Films has gone all out for this release, giving Corman's cult classic a 4K remaster plus numerous extras (including the heavily-truncated "Super 8" version)! If you love this movie as much as I do, this is unquestionably a must-have! For those of you who are unfamiliar with this film and need a little convincing, please continue onward.

Synopsis: In honor of its 60th anniversary, this Olive Signature edition of A BUCKET OF BLOOD celebrates the film's enduring legacy. Shot in five days on a shoestring budget of $50,000, A BUCKET OF BLOOD remains one of the most iconic collaborations between Roger Corman and Dick Miller, and has rightfully earned its "cult classic" status.

With A BUCKET OF BLOOD the multi-talented Roger Corman singlehandedly created his own genre hyphenate: the black-comedy-beatnik-culture-horror film. Dick Miller (GREMLINS, THE TRIP) stars as Walter, a busboy at the hep-cat hangout the Yellow Door CafĂ© who dreams of artistic greatness. Inspired by the scribes and artists who surround him, Walter is introduced to the world of sculpture quite literally by accident – thanks to thin walls and a sharp steak knife.

From his very first piece – the aptly titled "Dead Cat" – Walter is hailed a genius by the art snob set, a wunderkind who, unbeknownst to his doting devotees, has raised murder to the level of high art. But when the tortured artist turns his creativity towards the human form, he's sure to make their blood run cold.

Poster for A BUCKET OF BLOOD (1959) starring Dick Miller and directed by Roger Corman!

Rounding out the cast are Barboura Morris (THE TRIP, THE HAUNTED PALACE) as Carla, the woman of Walter's dreams; Bert Convy (SEMI-TOUGH) as undercover cop Lou Raby; Antony Carbone (THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM) as Leonard, owner of the Yellow Door; and Julian Burton (THE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH) as Maxwell, the Yellow Door's resident poet-philosopher.

A BUCKET OF BLOOD is written by Charles B. Griffith (DEATH RACE 2000), photographed by Jacques R. Marquette (BURNT OFFERINGS), edited by Anthony Carras (THE COMEDY OF TERRORS), with music by Fred Katz (THE LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS), and art direction by Daniel Haller (THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM).

Disc Specs:
Not Rated | Black & White | 66 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - English DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0

Extras:
  • NEW! 4K REMASTER OF THE FILM!
  • Creation Is. All Else is Not – Roger Corman on A Bucket of Blood.
  • Call Me Paisley – Dick and Lainie Miller on A Bucket of Blood.
  • Audio commentary by Elijah Drenner, director of That Guy Dick Miller!
  • Archival audio interview with screenwriter Charles B. Griffith!
  • Bits of Bucket – Visual essay comparing the original script to the finished film!
  • Essay by Caelum Vatnsdal, author of You Don't Know Me, But You Love Me: The Lives of Dick Miller!
  • Rare prologue from German release!
  • Super 8 "digest" version
  • Theatrical trailer
  • German theatrical trailer
  • Gallery of newly-discovered on-set photography 
Honestly, I'm not a huge fan of the new cover art for this release, but I can live with it because so much love went into everything else! The new 4K transfer alone is reason enough to upgrade from my old MGM DVD! The Olive Signature edition of A BUCKET OF BLOOD arrives on Tuesday, September 24th and should cost between $28 - $30. You can secure yourself a copy of this Corman classic now from AMAZON or BULL MOOSE!



Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Journey to a FORBIDDEN WORLD in a GALAXY OF TERROR or Join the VICE SQUAD with Scream Factory's Newest Releases!


"VICE SQUAD" MAKES ITS BLU-RAY DEBUT, WHILE TWO ROGER CORMAN CLASSICS GET NEW 4K TRANSFERS AND COLLECTIBLE STEELBOOK PACKAGING!

The worst part of being a collector of physical media is that there is always a better version of something you already own just around the corner. Case in point, Scream Factory's two latest Limited Edition Steelbook offerings of FORBIDDEN WORLD and GALAXY OF TERROR.

While some previous Scream steelbooks have included some new extras, these discs only offer up new 4K scans (2K in the case of FORBIDDEN WORLD'S Director's Cut!) of the films. If you're not in the mood to upgrade from what you already have, Scream Factory also dropped VICE SQUAD onto Blu-ray today with a new 4K restoration and tons of new extras!

Not sure about adding these new releases to your collection? Then let's take a closer look!

FORBIDDEN WORLD (1982 - LIMITED EDITION STEELBOOK)

Synopsis: The seed is planted ... the nightmare grows. On planet Xarbia, an experimental life form known as "Subject 20" has been created by an elite group of scientists in hopes of preventing a major galactic food crisis. However, instead of prolonging life, Subject 20 is destroying it, and the organism poses a double threat because it constantly changes its genetic structure. Mike Colby, a bounty hunter, is called in to investigate. Suspecting that the scientists are keeping something from him, Colby soon discovers why ...

Disc Specs:
Rated R | Color | 77 & 82 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0

Extras:
  • NEW! 4K Scan Of Original Film Elements (Theatrical Cut)!
  • NEW! 2K Scan Of The Only Existing Film Print (Director's Cut)!
  • The Making Of Forbidden World – Featuring Interviews With Director/Editor Allan Holzman, Special Visual Effects Artist/Production Designer Robert Skotak, Actor Jesse Vint, Composer Susan Justin And More!
  • Interview With Producer Roger Corman.
  • Interview With Special Effects Artist John Carl Buechler.
  • Audio Commentary By Director Allan Holzman (Director's Cut).
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Photo Galleries
I'm not a gigantic fan of FORBIDDEN WORLD personally, BUT if I was I would snap this release up in a heartbeat. The new packing has gorgeous artwork, and though there aren't any new extras, the new transfers alone would be worth the upgrade in my eyes. If you feel the urge to double-dip on this one (which will cost you about $20), get it now from AMAZON, BULL MOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY, which will also get you a rolled lithograph of the new steelbook artwork. (While supplies last of course!)




GALAXY OF TERROR (1981 - LIMITED EDITION STEELBOOK)

Synopsis: The mind's innermost fears become reality for the crew members of the Quest when they land on a barren planet to rescue survivors from the starship Remus. The crew investigates a giant pyramid on the planet, hoping to find the missing crew members ... only to find something deadly waiting for them instead.

Each crew member must come face to face with their darkest fears or perish. The crew of the Quest includes Edward Albert (THE HOUSE WHERE EVIL DWELLS), Erin Moran (Happy Days), Ray Walston (POPCORN), Robert Englund (the A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET series), Zalman King (BLUE SUNSHINE), and Sid Haig (THE DEVIL'S REJECTS).

The film had its share of new, emerging talents behind the camera as well, including James Cameron, who did the production design, and Bill Paxton, who worked as a set decorator.

Disc Specs:
Rated R | Color | 82 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0

Extras:
  • NEW! 4K Scan Of The Original Film Elements!
  • Audio Commentary With Cast And Crew!
  • Tales From The Lumber Yard: The Making Of Galaxy Of Terror" – A Six-Part Documentary Featuring Interviews With Producer Roger Corman, Director/Co-Writer Bruce D. Clark, Co-Writer Marc Siegler, Actors Robert Englund, Sid Haig, Taaffe O’Connell, and more!
  • Theatrical Trailers
  • TV Spots
  • Photo Galleries
Much like FORBIDDEN WORLD this release only offers up a new 4K scan, plus beautiful new packaging. If you feel that it is worth the $20 double-dip, then by all means make the upgrade now! You can get GALAXY OF TERROR's new Limited Edition steelbook from AMAZON, BULL MOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY (which also comes with a rolled lithograph while supplies last).




VICE SQUAD (1982 - COLLECTOR'S EDITION)

Synopsis: Season Hubley (Hardcore) stars as Princess, a single mom by day, a Hollywood prostitute by night. A volatile cop, Tom Walsh (Gary Swanson - THE GUARDIAN) uses her to trap a sadistic pimp named Ramrod (Wings Hauser - MUTANT), who murdered one of her friends.

But when Ramrod escapes police custody, Princess is in grave danger. No matter which way she turns, Ramrod is coming for her. Walsh and the entire police force are out looking to catch him. Tonight, the neon slime will be on full display and the city of Los Angeles will explode with furious vengeance and violence!
Disc Specs: 
Rated R | Color | 97 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - English: DTS-HD Master Audio 2.0

Extras:
  • NEW! 4K Scan Of The Negative!
  • NEW! Audio Commentary With Director Gary Sherman And Producer Brian Frankish!
  • NEW! Tracking The Beast – An Interview With Actor Gary Swanson!
  • NEW! Of Poltergeist And Neon Lights – An Interview With Director Gary Sherman!
  • NEW! Hollywood Magic – An Interview With Producer Brian Frankish!
  • NEW! The Roots Of Reality – An Interview With Actress Beverly Todd!
  • NEW! Catching A Killer – An Interview With Actor Pepe Serna!
  • NEW! Princess Driver – An Interview With Actor Michael Ensign!
  • NEW! Hollywood Streetwalking – A Look At The Locations!
  • Audio Commentary With Director Gary Sherman!
  • Theatrical Trailer
  • Radio Spots
  • TV Spots
  • Still Galleries – Poster And Lobby Cards, Publicity Stills, Press Kit
Scream Factory's new Collector's Edition of VICE SQUAD is $25 - $30, and available wherever discs are sold! Get a copy now at AMAZON, BULL MOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY, which will also net you a limited edition poster!



Wednesday, November 28, 2018

Scream Factory Debuts the Completely Unrelated MUNCHIES & MUNCHIE on Blu-ray!


PERUVIAN ALIENS AND A MAGICAL CREATURE VOICED BY DOM DELUISE INHABIT SCREAM FACTORY'S NEWEST DOUBLE FEATURE!

I recall adoring MUNCHIES when I was kid, but I'll readily admit that this GREMLINS rip-off hasn't aged all that well. MUNCHIE I am less familiar with, but I know its sequel MUNCHIE STRIKES BACK pretty well. This is definitely a nostalgia-driven double feature Vault Dwellers, and I only recommend it if you have kids, are familiar with these films and want to revisit them, or are continuing the insanely impossible quest of owning every Scream Factory title!

MUNCHIES Synopsis: Archeologist Simon Watterman (Harvey Korman - BLAZING SADDLES, HISTORY OF THE WORLD PART I) discovers the Munchies while on an expedition in Peru. But Simon's evil twin, food entrepreneur Cecil Watterman (also Korman), won't let him enjoy his achievement. The snack food tycoon tries to abduct the Munchies to destroy his brother's career and take over his property. These junk food junkies prove to be too much to handle as they begin to menace the residents of a small town in any way they can. Move over ghoulies, ghosties and things that go bump in the night! The Munchies are here and they are bringing the fun with them!

Disc Specs:
Rated PG | Color | 83 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - ?

Extras:
  • None.



MUNCHIE Synopsis: No friends. The new school sucks. And Mom (Loni Anderson) is in love with a sleazy lawyer (Andrew Stevens - THE TERROR WITHIN, 10 TO MIDNIGHT). Pretty bleak. That's how life looks to ten-year-old Gage (Jaime McEnnan - REMOTE CONTROL) when suddenly, into his world pops the magical Munchie (Dom DeLuise - CANNONBALL RUN, SPACEBALLS). Munchie is the ever-hungry and hilarious mysterious creature from another world who delivers flying pizzas and brings on the parties! With the help of Munchie and loony Professor Cruikshank (Arte Johnson), Gage evens the score on his school's bullies as well as his mom's boyfriend and has the greatest summer ever!

Disc Specs:
Rated PG | Color | 80 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - ?

Extras: 
  • None.


Scream Factory's double feature of MUNCHIES and MUNCHIE is now available and costs between $24 - $25! Honestly I want this release but even I'm hard-pressed to spend that much, so here's hoping for a flash sale later on down the road! But if you can't contain your excitement and simply must have this double feature, order one now from AMAZON, BULLMOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY.


Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Enter the Deadly World of Cosmetics With Scream Factory's New Blu-ray of THE WASP WOMAN!


SCREAM FACTORY GIVES ROGER CORMAN'S CULT CLASSIC THE LOVE IT TRULY DESERVES WITH THEIR NEW BLU-RAY DISC! 

Though I've owned THE WASP WOMAN for decades (it's on one of the many bargain-bin DVD sets I've procured over the years) I've never actually sat down and watched it. That may be about to change now that Scream Factory has unleashed their new Blu-ray of the film that contains TWO versions of THE WASP WOMAN, plus new extras!

Synopsis: Roger Corman, king of the cult classics produced and directed this cult classic, and even makes an uncredited appearance as a doctor in the film. Susan Cabot (SORORITY GIRL) plays Janice Starlin, whose cosmetic company has started to lose sales because its marketing relies on her own once-impressive but now aging beauty.

The eccentric Dr. Eric Zinthrop (Michael Mark) develops an enzyme extract from royal wasp jelly, which rejuvenates Janice, with one tiny little side effect: It turns her into a monster! Written by frequent Corman collaborator Leo Gordon (THE TERROR, THE TOWER OF LONDON), this chiller co-stars Anthony Eisley (THE NAKED KISS) and Barboura Morris (A BUCKET OF BLOOD).

Disc Specs:
Not Rated | Black & White | Run-times TBA | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.85:1)
Audio - TBA

Extras:
  • Includes Both The Theatrical And Television Cut Of The Film In High Definition!
  • NEW! 2K Scan Of An Archival Fine Grain Print Of The Theatrical Version And The Additional Television Footage!
  • NEW! Audio Commentary With Film Historian/Author Troy Howarth!
  • NEW! Audio Commentary With Film Historians/Authors Tom Weaver & Dr. Robert J. Kiss!
  • Theatrical Trailer
THE WASP WOMAN is now available on Blu-ray and costs between $23 - $28! Order your copy of this Corman classic now from AMAZON, BULLMOOSE, DIABOLIK DVD, or directly from SHOUT! FACTORY.



Friday, March 16, 2018

Roger & Julie Corman Have Sold the Entire New Horizons Library to Shout! Factory and ACE Films HK!


SHOUT! FACTORY AND ACE FILMS HK ACQUIRED NEW HORIZONS' ENORMOUS CATALOG OF 270 FILMS!

Ack! I got this news just before I had to head off to the day job, so I missed the opportunity of being one of the first to report it! This announcement is HUGE, because it looks like a large number of Corman flicks may finally make their way to Blu-ray Vault Dwellers!

It was announced earlier today that both Shout! Factory and China-based Ace Film HK Company Limited (henceforth known as ACE) purchased the entire New Horizons library of TWO-HUNDRED AND SEVENTY FILMS (plus an action Sci-Fi TV series) from Roger and Julie Corman. The deal gives Shout! distribution rights in North America, Europe, Australia, and Russia, while ACE will handle distribution in Asia, Africa, and South America!

Shout! Factory has already released a number of Roger Corman Cult Classics to DVD & Blu-ray in the past (e.g. BATTLE BEYOND THE STARS, PIRANHA, HUMANOIDS FROM THE DEEP, SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE, DEATH RACE 2000, et al.), so I'm assuming that we can expect Blu-ray and DVD releases of these newly acquired titles! On top of that, both companies are planning to license the New Horizons catalog to video on demand and streaming platforms, and are planning on remaking several Corman classics (via Shout! Studios and/or ACE Films)!

Here's what all parties involved had to say about this massive acquisition:
SHOUT FACTORY
“We’ve been huge fans of the Cormans. Their great ingenuity and independent spirit have inspired us throughout our careers. We’ve loved working with them over the last eight years and are thrilled to now be the custodians of these beloved films, making sure that film buffs and fans everywhere discover them like we did."

HENRY LUK, CEO OF ACE
“We have been fortunate to be professionally and personally associated with Roger and Julie for the past decade and the purchase of their film library means our relationships will not only continue, but accelerate."

ROGER & JULIE CORMAN
"During the past decade our personal and professional relationships with Shout! Factory's Bob Emmer, Richard and Garson Foos, and Ace Film's Henry Luk and Adam Yuchen Ren have shown us that their independent, entrepreneurial spirit, respect for our work and creative methods of distribution and production make them especially well-suited to carry on with the New Horizons film library."
Roger and Julie signing over the New Horizons library.
(Image borrowed from Variety.)

I guess this means that Roger Corman is finally retiring from the film business, after a lengthy career of making and producing hundreds of movies and never losing a dime. While I realize the sad truth that Roger Corman is turning 92 years old in a few weeks, it is still sad to see this living legend call it quits. But on the bright side, we may finally get legit releases of various titles that have been long out of print! I'm not sure if any of the old New World Pictures-era films are part of the deal, but if they are, here's a brief list of Corman movies I'd love to see on Blu-ray:
  • THE CARNOSAUR TRILOGY
  • GNAW: FOOD OF THE GODS PART II
  • GODZILLA 1985 (Long out of print American cut!)
  • THE KILLER TOMATOES EAT FRANCE
  • MEET THE APPLEGATES
  • MUNCHIE & MUNCHIE STRIKES BACK (Guilty pleasures from my childhood!)
  • PIN
  • SATURDAY THE 14TH & SATURDAY THE 14TH STRIKES BACK
  • SUMMER CAMP NIGHTMARE
  • THINK BIG (Trucker comedy featuring The Barbarian Brothers!)
  • THE WATCHERS SERIES

MORE INFO ABOUT ROGER AND JULIE CORMAN:
The saga of legendary producer-director Roger Corman, recipient of a 2009 Honorary Academy Award, ranks as one of the most amazing motion picture success stories. Having produced more than 350 films and directed 60 others, his influence on American film goes far beyond his own energetic, creative low-budget movies. He is arguably one of Hollywood’s most gifted and masterful filmmakers, having launched the career of many others.

Noted for his keen ability to spot young talent, Corman’s most lasting legacy will undoubtedly be the legion of producers, directors, writers and actors he has fostered, among them: Jack Nicholson, Francis Ford Coppola, Robert De Niro, Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, Ron Howard, Peter Fonda, Jonathan Demme, Gale Anne Hurd, Diane Ladd, Tommy Lee Jones, Harry Dean Stanton, Sandra Bullock, Bruce Dern, Talia Shire, Charles Bronson, Joe Dante, Peter Bogdanovich, and Sally Kirkland.

Julie Corman's career spans 45 years with New Horizons. As the producer of over 35 films she has worked with: Jonathan Demme, John Sayles, Catherine Hardwicke, Robert King, Bill Pullman, Martin Sheen, Peter Billingsley, Jon Lovitz, and Mario Van Peebles, among others. She was Chair of the Graduate Film Department at NYU.

For a more complete history of Roger Corman and his colorful career as an independent Producer and Director, I highly suggest the documentary, CORMAN'S WORLD!



Friday, January 13, 2017

Roger Corman Takes Another Lap With DEATH RACE 2050!


ON JANUARY 17TH, THE SPORT OF THE  
FUTURE RETURNS, IN 
 ROGER CORMAN'S
"DEATH RACE 2050!"

I get an absolute kick out of the original DEATH RACE 2000 (which I just watched in 35mm at Hudson Horror Show this past December)! While I don't think this reboot will hold a candle to the original classic, I feel pretty confident that it'll be worth watching. What can I say? I'm a Corman fan!

Synopsis: Legendary filmmaking icon, Roger Corman, is back with his most outrageous film yet in this sensational, action-packed and darkly humorous reboot of the original DEATH RACE 2000! It's the year 2050 and America is controlled by an all-powerful corporate government ruled by The Chairman (Malcolm McDowell).

The masses have been brainwashed with violent virtual-reality entertainment. The event of the year is the "Death Race," in which a motley crew of violent drivers compete in a cross-country road race, scoring points for shamelessly running people over and driving each other off the road. The reigning champion and fan favorite, Frankenstein (Manu Bennett), who's half-man half-machine, wants to take the crown, but his rebel spy co-pilot threatens his legacy.

Disc Specs:
Rated R | Color | | 93 minutes | Region A
Video - 1080p Widescreen (1.78:1)
Audio - English, French, & Spanish DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1

Extras:
  • The Making of Roger Corman’s Death Race 2050 - Featuring interviews with cast, crew, and the legendary Roger Corman himself!
  • The Look of 2050 - Short featurette about the film's costumes and shooting locations.
  • Cars! Cars! Cars! - A look at the "Death Race" contestants' vehicles.
  • Cast Car Tours  - A more in-depth look at the cars and the actors who drive them.
  • Deleted Scenes 
Corman's DEATH RACE 2050 will be available wherever discs are sold on Tuesday, January 17th! You can order a copy now from AMAZON or BULLMOOSE! Wait, what's that? You haven't seen the original 1975 classic?! Remedy that ASAP!



Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Trailer Round-Up: BLADE RUNNER 2049, BLOOD MACHINES: TURBO KILLER II, DEATH RACE 2050, and JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 2!


Another week, another dose of trailers! 2017 is shaping up to be an incredible year for cinema Vault Dwellers (lord knows we'll need the escape), and I'm about to give you four more reasons why! Keanu Reeves is back as everyone's favorite puppy-avenging hitman, Harrison Ford reprises his role of Rick Deckard, Roger Corman produces an official followup to his cult classic DEATH RACE 2000, and indie filmmakers hailing from France are prepping to create a feature-length 80s-style musical sci-fi epic! Let's get to it, shall we?!

TRAILER #1: BLADE RUNNER 2049
Release Date: October 6, 2017

Set thirty years after Ridley Scott's sci-fi classic, Ryan Gosling stars as K, a new "blade runner" that stumbles upon a secret that could send all of society spinning into utter chaos. Seeking answers, K seeks out Rick Deckard for information and aid! Honestly, I'm not a huge fan of the original BLADE RUNNER, but it's been nearly two decades since I've watched it, so it's probably time that I revisited it. If you're a big fan of the original movie, peep out the teaser below and get excited!




TRAILER #2: BLOOD MACHINES: TURBO KILLER II
Release Date: TBA 2017

Currently in pre-production, BLOOD MACHNES acts as a sequel to a short film / music video called TURBO KILLER. (Watch it HERE.) Set in a BLADE RUNNER-esque universe, the film follows two space hunters who chase after a female ghost that exited a rogue machine they took down. BLOOD MACHINES is currently still in its crowdfunding phase, and on track to raise enough for a thirty-minute short film. However, if "Seth Ickerman" and friends raise $666,666.00, they will gear up to create a feature-length tale utilizing their impressive digital effects, and music by Carpenter Brut. Scope out the music video for TURBO KILLER, and their Kickstarter campaign video below! If you're impressed, feel free to toss a few bucks their way!






TRAILER #3: DEATH RACE 2050
Release Date: January 17, 2017 (DVD & Blu-ray)

In the year 2050, the Earth becomes overpopulated. To help bring population levels down in the "United Corporations of America," the Death Race is developed. Held annually, this race allows participants to speed from coast to coast, picking off unlucky pedestrians along the way to earn points! Hmm.... though I thought this was a sequel of sorts, it seems like it might be more of a reboot? Guess I won't find out for sure until next January!




TRAILER #4: JOHN WICK - CHAPTER 2 
Release Date: February 10, 2017

Bound by a blood oath, retired hitman John Wick travels to Rome to help a former associate take control of an international assassins' guild! There's nothing much else to say about this, other than "HOLY CRAP, IT'S A NEW JOHN WICK MOVIE!" I loved the first one, so I am totally on board to see this sequel! Here's hoping it's just as good as, if not better than, its predecessor!

That's it for now, but check back soon for more movie news, trailers, and more!


Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Check out Alex DiVincenzo's hilarious short, THE HORRORS OF AUTOCORRECT!


What happens when an old school slasher faces off with a tech-savvy teen? Find out in 
THE HORRORS OF AUTOCORRECT! 
"brb. There's some1 @ the door. lolz"

This awesome horror short was written and directed by Alex DiVincenzo, and is totally free to watch on Eli Roth's CRYPT-TV! Starring Nick Principe (LAID TO REST, HATCHET II) and Jaquelyn Fabian, this hysterical homage to SCREAM features a serial killer who can't seem to master death threats via text message. It's clever, well done, and even takes a funny pot-shot at A NIGHTMARE ON ELM ST. 2: FREDDY'S REVENGE!

For some reason this short was removed from YouTube, but you can still watch the trailer for THE HORRORS OF AUTOCORRECT below! (Note: You can watch it HERE!)


If you dug that, then keep an eye out for Alex DiVincenzo's next short film, TROUSER SNAKE, a throwback to 1950s b-cinema!

To keep tabs on Alex's upcoming projects, be sure to visit (and like) the official Facebook page of Lockbridge Productions!