Sunday, October 31, 2021
Black Celebration
Saturday, October 30, 2021
The Bride Of Frankenstein
Friday, October 29, 2021
Film Buff Friday: The Hills Have Eyes
"One of the prime examples of what was so fascinating about American horror films in the 1970s".
—TV Guide
Horror master Wes Craven achieved critical and commercial success with the likes of Scream and A Nightmare on Elm Street - but for many genre fans, the director's seminal 1977 effort The Hills Have Eyes remains his masterpiece. Taking an ill-advised detour en route to California, the Carter family soon run into trouble when their campervan breaks down in the middle of the desert. Stranded, the family find themselves at the mercy of a group of monstrous cannibals lurking in the surrounding hills. With their lives under threat, the Carters have no choice but to fight back by any means necessary. Following on from his notorious 1972 directorial debut The Last House on the Left, Craven's The Hills Have Eyes stands alongside the likes of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre and Night of the Living Dead as one of the defining classics of American horror.
Media
Bonus Materials
- Brand new 4K restoration of the film, viewable with both original and alternate endings
- 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in High Dynamic Range
- Original lossless mono audio
- Optional lossless 2.0 stereo and 7.1 remixes (original ending only)
- Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
- 6 postcards
- Reversible fold-out poster
- Limited edition 40-page booklet featuring writing on the film by critic Brad Stevens and a consideration of the Hills franchise by Arrow producer Ewan Cant, illustrated with original archive stills and posters
- Audio commentary with actors Michael Berryman, Janus Blythe, Susan Lanier and Martin Speer
- Audio commentary by academic Mikel J. Koven
- Audio commentary with Wes Craven and Peter Locke
- Looking Back on The Hills Have Eyes – making-of documentary featuring interviews with Craven, Locke, actors Michael Berryman, Janus Blythe, Robert Houston, Susan Lanier, Dee Wallace and director of photography Eric Saarinen
- Family Business – an interview with actor Martin Speer
- The Desert Sessions – an interview with composer Don Peake
- Outtakes
- Alternate ending
- Trailers and TV Spots
- Image gallery
- Original screenplay
- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Paul Shipper
Thursday, October 28, 2021
Michael's Musings
"For no mere mortal can resist The evil of the thriller" - Vincent Price, Thriller |
Three more days till Halloween Minions! That also means three more days until the end of October, which means Christmas is just around the corner!!! Now THAT is scary because this means 2021 is coming to a close stat!
On this Thursday October 28, 2021 let's live in the moment shall we? "Yes" we shall my pretty, pretties, "Yes" we shall...
Speaking of Halloween I've met the late great King of Horror once, Vincent Price at a screening of House of Wax in Los Angeles at the Vagabond in Los Angeles. He did not disappoint!
FYI Surviving an apocalypse is stressful work
The way Erika Jayne keeps threatening the other women on the RHOBH reunion it makes her look like she has ties to the mafia or something, just sayin'
Pulse Check! That's it, that's all, finished
The Oscars should show a clip of the nominated actor in their movie and then one from their real life so we can gage how much they acted
Twitter aka Misinformation is rampant on this platform
Pardon me, did someone say wine?!
Never play Another One Bites The Dust by Queen at a funeral, the more you know
Woman Crush of the Week - Megan Fox in the underrated Jennifer's Body
The lascivious biddes are coming for you Barbara
Rumor has it watching Squid Games burns more calories than Peloton
I had a dream that Lizzo gave me a viral pepperoni jalapeno pizza with a glass of cabernet
Coffee scented masks, discuss
Today I will use my powers for....
Get the answer here & there -
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
Hump Day & Chill
Tuesday, October 26, 2021
Just Because...Dracula
Sucker Dracula |
Just Because in a scant five days it's Halloween, Just Because I saw the Francis Ford Coppola version on TV yesterday & Just Because I'm about to take flight I hereby bequeath you the original Dracula.
There was a time when Bela Lugosi wasn't dead and very much alive portraying the creature of the night.
I have seen it and it is quite well done with a lot of sneaky things thrown in to get past the censors. If you haven't viewed it and are a film buff sort of individual I suggest you do. It's got atmosphere to burn and a great performance by Mr. Lugosi.
Also it was directed by Tod Browning who also helmed the masterpiece Freaks.
So what are you waiting for?! Watch Dracula and watch it now!!!
Dracula on Wikipedia -
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dracula_(1931_English-language_film)
Monday, October 25, 2021
Monday Mood
Sunday, October 24, 2021
In One Week...
Halloween 1978/2018 |
With it being merely one week until Halloween (damn this month went fast!) I thought it fitting to pay mask service (see what I did there?) to my favorite movie of all time the original 1978 Halloween.
I remember seeing it in a theater and the audience screaming, gasping and yelling "get out of the house" or "run" at Jamie Lee Curtis as Laurie Strode. It was thrilling, and you know what? Halloween still holds up to this day. I watch it religiously every year.
What's that you say? Are you asking me to address the sequels and the current reboot? OK, here you go...
TBH I've only ever seen the sequels with Jamie Lee Curtis in them, and Halloween III, the Michael Myers less entry. Oh, and I turned Resurrection off after Laurie strode, was, well offed in the beginning (it's the only one I've seen on TV) I saw the others in a theater first including H20.
So let's get to the main question, how am I liking he current reboot? I enjoyed 2018 and the mask service it paid to the original and while the current sequel Halloween Kills is divisive among the fans, I took it for what it was, a homage to the original Halloween II sequel with Jamie Lee Curtis. Which has Laurie Strode sidelined in the hospital and was a straight up slasher film.
PS I don't think H20 holds up, contrary to popular opinion amongst the Minions. I saw it again this month so I do have a basis for this opinion.
But nothing will top the original 1978 film, ever! So if you'll excuse me tradition beckons. "Yes" I'm gonna get me some Halloween...Boo!
Halloween 1978 o Wikipedia -
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Red 4 Filth!
Alaska Photo: Magnus Hastings |
Star of stage, screen, podcast airwaves and beyond, scalding hot drag superstar Alaska Thunderfuck is about to get even “RED” hotter as she releases the second track from her forthcoming full length album, Red 4 Filth via PEG Records/Warner Music Group/ADA. “beautiful (Night 4 a) breakdown”HERE written by Chester Krupa, Ferras, jesse saint john, Jordan Palmer, Justin Honard aka Alaska, Nick Laughlin, Stolar and produced by @ivanAndPeter, Stolar & Chester Krupa is filled with all the essential emotional ingredients as Alaska explains, “I live with hysteria, tantrums, and breakdowns on pretty much a daily basis. So this is a beautiful dance anthem that is celebrating the liberating power that you can find by being comfortable and familiar with your inner demons, rather than trying to run from them or hide them.” Watch the official video HERE.
“Red,”the first track HERE released from Red 4 Filth hailed by Billboard magazine HERE - Alongside being one of RuPaul's Drag Race's biggest stars, Alaska Thunderfuck knows how to put together a banger. Nowhere is that more clear than on "Red," the drag star's stunning new single. The song, which comes off of the star's upcoming album Red 4 Filth, is a thumping electro-pop banger through and through, with Alaska offering some stellar vocals (as well as her signature talk-singing in the song's second verse) to bring home this early-2000s-style bop.
”Red” was written by Justin Honard aka Alaska, Jay Stolar (Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato), JBach (Chri$tian Gate$), Andrea Rosario (Aloe Blacc), Chester Krupa, Skyler Cocco & Jordan Palmer and produced by Stolar, Jordan Palmer, Krupa & Skyler Cocco. Watch the official video HERE
“Red is the color of blood, and the heart, and the color of love. This song and this album are dedicated to the time when I first fell in love with music — around the turning of the century. We’re drawing upon the sounds and textures of the 90s and early 2000s, with pop songs that are about love and friendship. I love the music and I can’t wait to share it with you all.” says Alaska
Listen To Alaska's Spotify Playlist of Songs That Inspired The New Album - HERE
The “Red 4 Filth” North American tour HERE is Alaska’s first-ever headlining tour and will feature her performing her entire new album along with other fan favorites with a barrage of sickening high fashion backup dancers (2000’s pop-star style) as well as feature her signature brand of comedy for a must-see show. Tickets are on sale HERE with prices ranging from $20.00 for early GA & $25.00 for GA ADV to $95.00 for VIP/M&G and $249 for the Ultimate VIP experience.
The tour which Alaska discusses with Access Hollywood HERE will kick off January 19, 2022, in Orlando, FL, with over 30 additional dates throughout the country & Canada, including New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia, Toronto, and more. A full list of tour dates and venues listed below.
”Call her a performer on the edge—not just in terms of style, but on the brink of ascending to a higher career echelon." – Queerty
In addition to Alaska being one of the most powerful and iconic Drag queens in the galaxy – her captivating story begins as a small-town kid raiding her grandma’s closet. My Name's Yours, What's Alaska?: A Memoir (Chronicle Books / $24.95 / November 9, 2021) is her intimate, alluring tell-all book releasing November 9. Pre-order HERE
Told with signature wit and charm, My Name's Yours, What's Alaska? is an unfiltered look at Alaska’s life and meteoric rise to fame. From childhood struggles to life lessons learned, the RuPaul’s Drag Race All Star shares the challenges, life-changing discoveries, and victories that paved her path to superstardom. Today, she’s a hit recording artist; global, in-demand performer; and heads a podcast network.
Of writing the book she says, "People have often asked me, ‘Alaska- if you were to ever write a book, what would it be about?’ The answer is simple- It would be about me, of course. In this book I plan to tell the T, the whole T, and nothing but the T— so help me Goddess. In telling my life story, from my birth until now, I hope to invite you into my world, to set the record straight, and to inspire the children of the world. Because if a poor skinny queer boy from Erie, Pennsylvania can grow up to be an extra-terrestrial starlet of stage and screen, then truly anus-thing is possible."
In addition to being an entertaining memoir, My Name's Yours, What's Alaska? is an honest, emotionally resonant, funny, and unapologetic celebration of queerness, self-expression, and authenticity. Featuring exclusive photographs and illustrations, My Name's Yours, What's Alaska? is a fun, fresh, and wild ride right up to the finish line.
Tour Dates
JAN 19 - ORLANDO, FL - SOUNDBAR
JAN 20 - TAMPA, FL - CROWBAR
JAN 21 - ATLANTA, GA - HELL AT MASQUERADE
JAN 22 - WASHINGTON, DC - HOWARD THEATRE
JAN 23 - CHARLOTTE, NC - NEIGHBORHOOD THEATRE
JAN 26 - RICHMOND, VA - CANAL CLUB
JAN 27 - PHILADELPHIA, PA - FOUNDRY AT FILLMORE
JAN 28 - NEW YORK, NY - SONY HALL
JAN 29 - BOSTON, MA - BRIGHTON MUSIC HALL
JAN 30 - HAMDEN, CT - SPACE BALLROOM
FEB 3 - TORONTO, ON - LEE’S PALACE
FEB 4 - DETROIT, MI - MAGIC STICK
FEB 5 - CHICAGO, IL - LINCOLN HALL
FEB 6 - INDIANAPOLIS, IN - IRVING THEATRE
FEB 9 - DES MOINES, IA - WOOLY’S
FEB 10 - MILWAUKEE, WI - MIRAMAR THEATRE
FEB 11 – MINNEAPOLIS, MN - STUDIOB
FEB 12 - KANSAS CITY, MO - RECORDBAR
FEB 13 - ST. LOUIS, MO - RED FLAG
FEB 17 - TULSA, OK - VANGUARD
FEB 18 - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK - TOWER THEATRE
FEB 19 - AUSTIN, TX - 3TEN AT ACL LIVE (EARLY)
FEB 19 - AUSTIN, TX - 3TEN AT ACL LIVE (LATE)
FEB 20 - DALLAS, TX - TREES
FEB 24 - PHOENIX, AZ - CRESCENT BALLROOM
FEB 25 - SAN DIEGO, CA - HOUSE OF BLUES
FEB 26 - LOS ANGELES, CA - THE BELASCO THEATRE
MAR 3 - SAN FRANCISCO, CA - THE INDEPENDENT
MAR 4 - PORTLAND, OR - HAWTHORNE THEATRE
MAR 5 - SEATTLE, WA - NEUMOS
MAR 6 - VANCOUVER, BC - HOLLYWOOD THEATRE
MAR 11 - SALT LAKE CITY, UT - SOUNDWELL
MAR 12 - BOULDER, CO - FOX THEATRE
MAR 13 - DENVER, CO - THE BLUEBIRD
Follow Alaska Here:
Friday, October 22, 2021
Film Buff Friday: Maniac Cop 2
"MANIAC COP 2 Is A Thinking Man's Exploitation Film, Improving On The 1988 Original!"
—Variety
MANIAC COP 2
- Audio Commentary with Director William Lustig and Filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn
- Theatrical Trailers
- Isolated Music Track
- Audio Commentary with Director William Lustig and Filmmaker Nicolas Winding Refn
- Back On The Beat - The Making Of MANIAC COP 2
- Cinefamily Q&A with Director William Lustig
- Deleted Scene
- Theatrical Trailers
- Poster & Still Gallery
- Isolated Music Track
Thursday, October 21, 2021
Michael's Musings
"We Are To Be Powerful, Beautiful And Without Regret" Michael Shinafelt |
Hello Minions, I am currently three episodes away from finishing Midnight Mass on Netflix. Thus you get vampire Michael landing this week.
"Yes" vampires and witches are a particular fixation of mine and thus I LOVE this time of year! Here's a fun fact about me, I wanted to be a vampire when I was a pre-teen, the more you know...
I'm loving the Chucky series on SyFy/USA 💓
Only 10 More days until Halloween...!!!
I'm a lynx in the wild, yeah that's the ticket
See Darlin', you are already in my veins
I'm trying to be more positive: "Yesferatu!"
FYI Conservative Christians, spending eternal life with you people is not the selling point you think it is
"Never Stop Dreaming" - Freddy Krueger
In case you didn't know it's Reptile Awareness Day...Yay!
Woman Crush of the Week - Since I'm in a vampire sort of mood, Catherine Deneuve in The Hunger
Reminder only laugh at things you find funny
Speak things into existence, it's fun, not to mention mysterious
No, I won't take your stack of hoarded Burger King coupons
Repeat after me: Resident F#ckwheel
Gotta move on, it's time to feed
Find out what I'm feeding on here:
Wednesday, October 20, 2021
Hump Day & Chill
Continuing with the season today's Hump Day & Chill is one Matt Bomer as Donovan from American Horror Story: Hotel featuring Lady Gaga as The Countess.
There's something about Matt, perhaps it's his chiseled jaw line, his dreamy eyes or maybe it is his supple booty (which I can not show on here, but you can Google.)
Whatever the case Matt was perfection as The Countesses sexually fluid Boy Toy in AHS: Hotel. Not to mention the copious amount of skin he flashes throughout.
The Main Event Lady Gaga & Matt Bomer |
Now that I've whet your appetite and since it's the time of year we watch things that go bump in the night. You may want to check into the "Hotel" with Matt for a Hump Day & Chill.
Hey naughty boys need love too!!!
Matt on IG -
Tuesday, October 19, 2021
Cheers!
To All Of Us Hailee Steinfeld |
It's Tuesday October 19th 2021 and if you have made it to this point in the History of the world then you deserve a toast.
As 2021 is drawing to a close let's try to focus on what we have, rather than what we don't have. Treat each new day like an adventure and try (this one's tough for me) not to be cynical.
It's the little things in life that are actually the big ones. Trust me on this.
So join Me & Hailee Steinfeld in a cocktail won't you and toast to all of us!
Cheers!
Hailee on IG -
Monday, October 18, 2021
Monday Mood
Got Sow? The Exorcist |
After a lovely weekend, heading into the new week feels like my head is spinning. "Yes" my Monday Mood is definitely on point with the season. Hey, it's a mere thirteen days until Halloween and I've got so many things to attend to, naturally.
I've got this and so do you.
So what are you waiting for Minions? Time to bend it like Regan in The Exorcist and get those heads spinning!
Mic Drop!
The Exorcist on Wikipedia -
Sunday, October 17, 2021
"Evil Dies Tonight"
"Halloween Kills" |
"He breathes, he kills" - Laurie Strode, Halloween Kills
This is my favorite teaser for Halloween Kills, and it is an accurate description of the film. "Yes" Minions there is a lot of killing in this installment of the Halloween franchise, I mean a lot! TBH I did laugh a handful of times at a couple of the kills, you know how sometimes when you watch a horror film the way someone is offed can actually be so over the top that...yep!
While I am not going to review it I promised yesterday that I would tell you what I thought so here goes. I enjoyed it, I didn't love it, but it was still fun and I got what I came for a good old fashioned slasher flick.
Also it paid homage to the original Halloween II with Jamie Lee Curtis, much like 2018's Halloween paid homage to the original.
Halloween II as you may recall had Jamie Lee's Laurie Strode sidelined in the hospital on the same night as her battle with Michael Myers. Likewise in Halloween Kills. Also Halloween II was basically a slasher flick with a body count, Halloween Kills follows suit.
Last but not least there was an angry mob outside of the Myers house in Halloween II, that idea takes center stage in Halloween Kills.
So there is my take on Halloween Kills Minions. Only 14 more days until, well you know!!!
Halloween Kills on the WWW -
Saturday, October 16, 2021
What's New Pussycat?
Meow! Vanessa Hudgens |
Thus the countdown to Halloween continues with a scant 15 days left till the High Holy Day. Here is another of my favorite celebrity Season of the Witch costumes, why it's none other than Vanessa Hudgens as the Michelle Pfeiffer version of Catwoman from Batman Returns.
She captioned this awesome pic on Instagram: "Who needs a Batman when u can have a Batdog"
Cute, but not nearly as fetching as Hudgens is in the get up, she really gives Michelle Pfeiffer a run for her money donning the same Pussycat garb.
Speaking of Halloween, catching Halloween Kills today, whether fans like it or not there is one thing they all seem to agree on - It's the most violent Halloween film in the series.
I will let you know my thoughts tomorrow, in the meantime stay spooky!
Vanessa on IG -
Friday, October 15, 2021
Film Buff Friday: I Spit On Your Grave
"A vile bag of garbage without a shred of artistic distinction. Attending it was one of the most depressing experiences of my life."
—Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun Times
Camille Keaton (What Have You Done to Solange?, Tragic Ceremony) stars as Jennifer Hills, a young and beautiful career woman who rents a backwoods cabin to write her first novel. Attacked by a group of local lowlifes and left for dead, she devises a horrific plan to inflict revenge in some of the most unforgettable scenes ever shot on film.
In 1978, one film changed the face of cinema forever. Now, four decades later, the original and notorious I SPIT ON YOUR GRAVE (aka 'Day of the Woman') is back and still refusing to be buried! In this new special edition Blu-ray, you can re-experience the phenomenon that shocked and divided the world - and influenced an entire genre and generation of filmmakers - with a new 4K HD scan and restoration of director Meir Zarchi's 35mm original camera negative and a newly restored original mono soundtrack. Also loaded with a new location featurette hosted by writer Michael Gingold, an audio commentary with writer / director Meir Zarchi and more, this blu-ray is a must own for cinephiles around the world.
Media
Bonus Materials
- New 4K HD scan & restoration of director Meir Zarchi's 35mm original camera negative
- Newly Restored DTS-HD Master Audio Mono and DTS-HD 5.1 Audio options
- English Subtitles for the Deaf & Hard of Hearing
- NEW Jennifer’s Journey - the locations of I Spit on Your Grave featurette hosted by writer Michael Gingold
- Audio Commentary with writer / director Meir Zarchi
- Audio Commentary with Film Critic Joe Bob Briggs
- The Value of Vengeance - Meir Zarchi Remembers I Spit on Your Grave
- Alternate Day of the Woman Opening Title
- Theatrical Trailers, TV & Radio Spots, and Stills Gallery
- NEW Slideshow with Rare & Behind-the-Scenes Photos from the Set
Thursday, October 14, 2021
Michael's Musings
"I'm A Real Bad Witch And I Won't Give Up" Michael Shinafelt |
I often get asked if I'm a good witch, or a bad witch. Well I've finally answered that question as you can see. Like the old adage goes "good witches go to heaven, bad witches go everywhere" well you get what I mean 😉
Honestly when I was a tadpole on my way to becoming a grown ass frog I always wanted to be a witch. See Minions dreams do come true...
You can't be that afraid of needles, your skin looks too good
Do you ever wonder if life smokes after it F#cks you???
My whole life I've been trying to step outside of my box, the more you know
I'm team Garcelle 100% #RHOBH
Horror Movies & ________ use your imagination Minions
Did you hear? Superman's son Jon Kent is Bi-Sexual - That's Hot!!!
Have you ever been asked if you know the way to San Jose?
Put on your Lucite Heels and move on Karen
Woman Crush of the Week - Jamie Lee Curtis because Halloween Kills opens Friday and she killed it at the premiere dressed as her Mom, Janet Leigh, in the film Psycho
Sometimes I wonder "What would Billy Eichner do?" then I bend it like him
If only bagels were present...
Got my tickets for Halloween Kills on Saturday, can't wait!!!
That's so glitterous
PS All the rumors are true...
Find out what the rumors are here -