Talk about perfect timing... “American Nightmare” is Justin Utley’s first single release since his activism work in Utah helped to ban conversion therapy, the discredited practice that aims to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender expression, in the state. “The win was not only cathartic but rewarding and empowering,” he says. Utah is now the 19th state to ban conversion therapy. Utley plans to take his fight to the other 31 states. “I’ll take my guitar wherever I need to in order to keep this conversation going and get this horrific, shame-based sham of therapy banned. It’s unethical, it’s disproven, and yet so many are caught in its web of lies, inevitable failure, and suicide.”
He blames the lawmakers who blindly follow their party lines and church leaders instead of the will of the constituents who elected them. It’s one of the reasons he chose to shoot the music video for “American Nightmare” in a church (incidentally, the same church used for the Touched by An Angel series) and includes scenes with crowds in blindfolds, unable and unwilling to see the disasters that lie ahead.
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Looking for something fresh and fun during the theses days of Wine & Corona? Well Jonathan Bennett & Jaymes Vaughn are bringing it to ya in the form of their stay at home live talk show Quarantine Coffee. Most of you remember Jonathan as Aaron Samuels from the iconic film Mean Girls. His co-host Jaymes is straight outta Celebrity Page TV on Reelz. Together they are hitting us with some much needed levity at a time and place where we all need it...bad!!! "Yes" I have watched a few episodes and the thing I enjoy most about these guys is the accessibility and warmth they generate. They make you feel like you are imbibing in a cup of Quarantine Coffee right there with them. So, what are you waiting for?! Watch the first episode after the jump!
Just Because there's a pandemic going down, Just Because well, we are on lock down & Just Because she looks so chic stocking up on sustenance...here is Charlize Theron in an all black athletic leisure outfit grocery shopping in Beverly Hills! Who says you can't look chic during a world wide state of emergency? I ask you? That's correct I asked you! Well obviously Charlize doesn't think you can't so there!!! Of course while many of us, OK all of us can't come close to being the looker Ms. Theron is we can make the best of a situation and still take good care of ourselves physically, mentally and spiritually. So what are you waiting for? Get to it, put on your best Sunday Dress and cut loose, footloose! Mic Drop! Stay Chic with Charlize on IG - https://www.instagram.com/charlizeafrica/?hl=en
Are we having fun yet? Well break out your favorite quarantine libation and get ready! Here is a list of every movie that will released early On-Demand and Streaming for your entertainment!!! Hint one of them is pictured above 😉
The Notorious Horror Classic! Now on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray!
Frank Zito (a career performance by writer/executive producer Joe Spinell of ROCKY and THE GODFATHER fame) is a deeply disturbed man, haunted by the traumas of unspeakable childhood abuse. And when these horrific memories begin to scream inside his mind, Frank prowls the seedy streets of New York City to stalk and slaughter innocent young women. Now Frank has begun a relationship with a beautiful photographer (Caroline Munro of THE SPY WHO LOVED ME), yet his vile compulsions remain. These are the atrocities of a human monster. This is the story of a MANIAC.
Directed by William Lustig (MANIAC COP 2, VIGILANTE) and featuring landmark gore effects by Tom Savini (DAWN OF THE DEAD, FRIDAY THE 13th), this relentlessly shocking and disturbing film was originally banned or censored all over the world due to its graphic violence.
Disc 1 (4K UHD Blu-ray) Feature Film + Extras:
* Audio Commentary #1 with Producer/Director William Lustig and Producer Andrew Garroni
* Audio Commentary #2 with Producer/Director William Lustig, Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini, Editor Lorenzo Marinelli, and Joe Spinell's Assistant Luke Walter
* Theatrical Trailers
* TV Spots
* Radio Spots
Disc 2 (Blu-ray) Extras:
* MANIAC Outtakes
* Returning to the Scene of the Crime with William Lustig
* Anna and the Killer - Interview with Star Caroline Munro
* The Death Dealer - Interview with Special Make-Up Effects Artist Tom Savini
* Dark Notes - Interview with Composer Jay Chattaway
* Maniac Men - Interview with Songwriters Michael Sembello and Dennis Matkosky
* The Joe Spinell Story
* Mr. Robbie: Maniac 2 Promo Reel
* MANIAC Publicity
* MANIAC Controversy
MANIAC (3-Disc Limited Edition) Blu-ray Reviews:
* "5 out of 5! It is sourced from an outstanding 4K remaster that will end up being the final makeover that the film gets on the home video market. The bonus material that was gathered for the release...is beyond overwhelming. Simply put, the folks at Blue Underground went to work to produce the definitive home video release of MANIAC and they delivered it. As far as I am concerned this is the type of top-quality work that deserves a perfect overall score. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!"- Blu-ray.com
* "5 out of 5! This new 4K restoration of the original true 16MM negatives looks absolutely stellar. The folks at Blue Underground have absolutely done this film justice with this new 'Limited Edition' Blu-ray Disc release. It's sheer perfection in every single area. 5 across the board here for ratings, and that's something very rare for me to be able to justify!" - High Def Disc News
* "MANIAC is a horror classic. Blue Underground has treated it as such. A near flawless transfer, thoughtful audio commentaries, and a wealth of extras. As a result, MANIAC is a 'Top 10 Blu-Rays of the Year' level release. HIGHEST POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION!!!" - The Movie Isle
* "10 out of 10! Blue Underground are heads and shoulders the fan's company as they are bringing us all these amazing films from our youth in stunning high definition and amazing quality with a lot of great special features. MANIAC on Blu-ray is a must buy!" - Wicked Channel
* "Almost forty years later, MANIAC has lost none of its power to shock... Blue Underground's Blu-ray reissue is a thing of morbid beauty, presenting the picture in a gorgeous new transfer, with really strong audio and with a couple of important new extras and all of the archival material from past editions as well. Highly recommended" - Rock! Shock! Pop!
* "MANIAC is just not a film you can ignore . . . especially in its final moments. Blue Underground presents the 4K restoration of MANIAC on Blu-ray with stunning results. With an upgrade in sound and in vision, this low budget shocker, originally filmed on 16mm, looks almost new again!" - Reel Reviews
How is everyone's Social Distancing going? SD is the word of the year, that is this week. Anyway I am using this time creatively and to try and binge watch HBO's The Outsider which I did DVR , but have yet to view. "Yes" this is what it's come to minions, stay safe and healthy it's time for me to do my weekly thang! Watched Ma with Octavia Spencer yesterday, I hope she got paid well... Perhaps we should unplug2020, wait 10 seconds and try plugging it back in to see what happens No matter how bored you get, just say no to texting your ex May the strap on be with you
There's still good in this world, Porn Hub is offering it's premium service free to the people of Italy So glad I don't have children during this time. I'm sure they would try to make me learn Tik Tok dances The plan isn't always the plan, especially when one gets punched in the mouth Right now I am thinking: "What would Pee Wee Herman do?" it's my happy place 😊
Woman Crush of the Week: Whitney Cummings, her Tweets make me LOL Dogs may be man's best friend, but cats don't show the Police where your drugs are... Today's secret word is: Fondle (think about it, but not too much) If there's something weird, and it don't look good, who you gonna call? Not Donald Trump, that's for sure!!! Dolphins have returned to the canals of Venice since human activity in them has ceased Like to watch? Watch me here: https://www.instagram.com/michaelshinafelt/?hl=en https://twitter.com/MShinafelt
