Tony Lo Bianco, the Brooklyn actor who oozed criminal charm in the gritty 1970s New York City dramas The French Connection and The Seven-Ups, has died. He was 87.
Lo Bianco died Tuesday night of prostate cancer at his horse farm in Poolesville, Maryland, his wife, Alyse, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Lo Bianco was also memorable as a smooth-talking con man with a lonely nurse (Shirley Stoler) for a girlfriend/accomplice in Leonard Kastle’s documentary-style The Honeymoon Killers (1970), which Francois Truffaut once said was his favorite American film.
In another cult classic, the horror thriller God Told Me To (1976), directed by Larry Cohen, Lo Bianco starred as a New York cop who investigates a series of bizarre murders orchestrated by the leader of a religious group (Richard Lynch).
He received a best actor Tony nomination in 1983 for playing Eddie Carbone in a revival of Arthur Miller’s A View From the Bridge,...
Lo Bianco died Tuesday night of prostate cancer at his horse farm in Poolesville, Maryland, his wife, Alyse, told The Hollywood Reporter.
Lo Bianco was also memorable as a smooth-talking con man with a lonely nurse (Shirley Stoler) for a girlfriend/accomplice in Leonard Kastle’s documentary-style The Honeymoon Killers (1970), which Francois Truffaut once said was his favorite American film.
In another cult classic, the horror thriller God Told Me To (1976), directed by Larry Cohen, Lo Bianco starred as a New York cop who investigates a series of bizarre murders orchestrated by the leader of a religious group (Richard Lynch).
He received a best actor Tony nomination in 1983 for playing Eddie Carbone in a revival of Arthur Miller’s A View From the Bridge,...
- 6/12/2024
- by Mike Barnes
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sam Lake, the face model of Alan Wake and Alan Wake 2, the writer for the games, is long since revered for his amazing work on the psychological thriller franchise. Fans are always looking out for what’s the next big thing he’s going to work on, as he’s got a Midas touch, so to speak.
So imagine people’s surprise when he suddenly tweets about a surprise meeting with another highly revered professional in the media and entertainment industry. Naturally, people are now demanding to see a collaboration between the two figures.
Sam Lake and Mike Flanagan Collaborating? Yes, Please No one could’ve predicted this meeting between two revered creatives.
All the chaos broke loose on the social media platform X/Twitter after the prestigious Sam Lake dropped a surprise tweet about meeting renowned horror filmmaker Mike Flanagan.
Yes, Flanagan, who birthed The Haunting of Hill House (and Bly Manor), Midnight Mass,...
So imagine people’s surprise when he suddenly tweets about a surprise meeting with another highly revered professional in the media and entertainment industry. Naturally, people are now demanding to see a collaboration between the two figures.
Sam Lake and Mike Flanagan Collaborating? Yes, Please No one could’ve predicted this meeting between two revered creatives.
All the chaos broke loose on the social media platform X/Twitter after the prestigious Sam Lake dropped a surprise tweet about meeting renowned horror filmmaker Mike Flanagan.
Yes, Flanagan, who birthed The Haunting of Hill House (and Bly Manor), Midnight Mass,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Vibha Hegde
- FandomWire
Screenwriter Robin Swicord is best known for her literary adaptations, including films like Little Women, Matilda, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, and so on. Therefore, she was the perfect person to bring Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock’s Practical Magic to life. The film is based on the namesake novel from 1995 written by Alice Hoffman and revolves around the story of two sisters who descended from a long line of witches.
Practical Magic (1998) | Warner Bros.
Bringing the book to life was not an easy task for Robin Swicord, who would often find herself in a creative clash with director Griffin Dunne. She once recalled how the director wanted her to adapt the story in a way that it resembled the legendary The Exorcist, and the screenwriter was not at all on board with this.
Robin Swicord Recalls Her Time on Practical Magic A still from Practical Magic | Warner Bros.
Practical Magic (1998) | Warner Bros.
Bringing the book to life was not an easy task for Robin Swicord, who would often find herself in a creative clash with director Griffin Dunne. She once recalled how the director wanted her to adapt the story in a way that it resembled the legendary The Exorcist, and the screenwriter was not at all on board with this.
Robin Swicord Recalls Her Time on Practical Magic A still from Practical Magic | Warner Bros.
- 6/11/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Despite being initially mocked, the 1998 movie Practical Magic has worked its spell on audiences lately, winning over hearts. Yet, it’s a head-scratcher, how a movie featuring both Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman, and a concoction of sisterly bonds and magic mishaps, missed the mark for some.
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as Sally and Gillian Owens in Practical Magic | Credits: Warner Bros.
Alice Hoffman, the creative mind behind the 1995 novel, on which this movie was based, spilled the beans. Critics just didn’t give it the fair shake it deserved. So, while the movie didn’t exactly hit the bullseye at first, it’s definitely casting a charm that’s hard to resist now.
Why Practical Magic Failed Upon Its Release Despite Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock’s Star Power Together
Practical Magic, released in 1998, revolves around the Owens sisters, Sally played by Sandra Bullock, and Gillian played by Nicole Kidman,...
Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman as Sally and Gillian Owens in Practical Magic | Credits: Warner Bros.
Alice Hoffman, the creative mind behind the 1995 novel, on which this movie was based, spilled the beans. Critics just didn’t give it the fair shake it deserved. So, while the movie didn’t exactly hit the bullseye at first, it’s definitely casting a charm that’s hard to resist now.
Why Practical Magic Failed Upon Its Release Despite Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock’s Star Power Together
Practical Magic, released in 1998, revolves around the Owens sisters, Sally played by Sandra Bullock, and Gillian played by Nicole Kidman,...
- 6/11/2024
- by Sampurna Banerjee
- FandomWire
In a move that signifies a shift in direction for the beloved horror series, Mike Flanagan has been announced as the new director, writer, and producer for the upcoming The Exorcist film. This comes nearly three years after Universal inked a $400 million deal to create a trilogy of The Exorcist movies. Blumhouse, the production company behind this reboot, described Flanagan’s take as a radical new direction. Unlike its predecessor, The Exorcist: Believer, which received mixed reviews and managed to pull in only $137 million globally, Flanagan’s version will not be a sequel but rather an attempt to reinvent the...
- 6/11/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
There's no greater fear than the unknown. Our heritage as beings evolved from organisms whose survival instinct was developed thousands of years ago means that we're all afraid of the literal and/or metaphorical dark, if for no better reason than we inherently know that danger can lie in wait within those unseen spaces. With knowledge comes logic, reason, and enlightenment, but there are still many questions about existence without answers, chief among them what else may exist beyond our corporeal forms. The conception of a God or Gods is a comforting one, but as logic follows, the existence of both good and evil in the world could mean that there is no God without a Devil.
It's that ambiguous, unresolved fear we all have about the nature of evil and its potential tangibility that writer/director Osgood Perkins has demonstrated an uncanny knack for tapping into. From his debut,...
It's that ambiguous, unresolved fear we all have about the nature of evil and its potential tangibility that writer/director Osgood Perkins has demonstrated an uncanny knack for tapping into. From his debut,...
- 6/10/2024
- by Bill Bria
- Slash Film
Mike Flanagan will helm a “radical new take” on The Exorcist for Blumhouse. The creator of popular Netflix horror series including The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass, and The Fall of the House of Usher, will write, direct, and produce an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe. In a press release, Blumhouse stresses that the film is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer. A Fresh Vision for The Exorcist Universe The involvement of Flanagan brings a noteworthy shift. His statement encapsulates this excitement: The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it...
- 6/9/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Blumhouse has confirmed what many in the industry speculated: Doctor Sleep filmmaker Mike Flanagan will helm the next project in the iconic The Exorcist franchise. The new film is being described as a radical new take on the horror classic, and it’s set to bring fresh terror with the backing of Morgan Creek and genre producer Blumhouse. The announcement follows the lukewarm performance of The Exorcist: Believer, which grossed $65.5 million in the U.S. and Canada, and $136.2 million worldwide. This underwhelming box office showing prompted NBCUniversal, Peacock, and Blumhouse to acquire the franchise rights from Morgan Creek for a...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
America’s Got Talent is back for Season 19, bringing an eclectic mix of talent that captured everyone’s attention. Hosted by the ever-charismatic Terry Crews and judged by the charismatic panel of Simon Cowell, Heidi Klum, Howie Mandel, and Sofia Vergara, this season promises a double dose of Golden Buzzers and some unforgettable performances. An Unforgettable Contortionist Performance One of the standout acts was Arshiya, a 13-year-old contortionist from India. Her routine left the judges and audience in awe. The performance started innocently enough but quickly turned into a spine-tingling display, evoking memories of The Exorcist. As Simon Cowell noted, it...
- 6/7/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
“The First Omen” is a 2024 movie written and directed by Arkasha Stevenson starring Nell Tiger Free. With Ralph Ineson, Sônia Braga and Bill Nighy.
Hulu has done it again: the streaming network has taken a classic horror film, “The Omen” (1976), and created an intriguing prequel that pays homage to and respects the original. The prequel vividly depicts the birth of Damien with stunning effects and a sense of spectacle. It also expresses a profound respect and reverence for one of the greatest horror films of all time.
Plot Summary
A novice arrives to take her vows as a nun but soon finds herself entangled in a demonic plot where priests are attempting to bring the Anti-Christ to life.
The First Omen “The First Omen”: A Grand Tribute and a Novel Movie
Comparing a prequel with its iconic 70s horror movie original may seem inevitable. The original was...
Hulu has done it again: the streaming network has taken a classic horror film, “The Omen” (1976), and created an intriguing prequel that pays homage to and respects the original. The prequel vividly depicts the birth of Damien with stunning effects and a sense of spectacle. It also expresses a profound respect and reverence for one of the greatest horror films of all time.
Plot Summary
A novice arrives to take her vows as a nun but soon finds herself entangled in a demonic plot where priests are attempting to bring the Anti-Christ to life.
The First Omen “The First Omen”: A Grand Tribute and a Novel Movie
Comparing a prequel with its iconic 70s horror movie original may seem inevitable. The original was...
- 6/6/2024
- by Martin Cid
- Martin Cid Magazine - Movies
Blumhouse has officially announced that Doctor Sleep filmmaker Mike Flanagan will be writing, directing, and producing a radical new take on The Exorcist. Partnering with the genre producer and Morgan Creek, this project signals a fresh start for the iconic franchise. This announcement comes after the release of the previous film, The Exorcist: Believer, which amassed $65.5 million in U.S./Canada and $136.2 million worldwide at the box office. Despite these numbers, it fell short of expectations, particularly given NBCUni’s substantial $400 million acquisition of rights. Directed by David Gordon Green, The Exorcist: Believer led many fans to crave something unique.
- 6/6/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Mike Flanagan has had years of horror experience that has prepared him for his upcoming, The Exorcist movie. The film is set to follow a story that exists in the same universe; however, it showcases an entirely new set of characters, giving an almost fresh start to the franchise. With the many years of iconic projects he has had, including Oculus, The Haunting of Hill House, and The Midnight Club, audiences are aware that he is well-equipped for the challenge.
Mike Flanagan’s Oculus (2013) | Blumhouse Productions
However, he revealed his feelings on the matter, and they do not seem to be the hopeful kind. While this may concern a few fans, his hesitation may be a good sign.
Mike Flanagan Is Scared
Mike Flanagan recently made an appearance at the Atx festival (via /Films), where he went into great detail about his upcoming film in The Exorcist franchise. Ever since...
Mike Flanagan’s Oculus (2013) | Blumhouse Productions
However, he revealed his feelings on the matter, and they do not seem to be the hopeful kind. While this may concern a few fans, his hesitation may be a good sign.
Mike Flanagan Is Scared
Mike Flanagan recently made an appearance at the Atx festival (via /Films), where he went into great detail about his upcoming film in The Exorcist franchise. Ever since...
- 6/6/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Blumhouse has officially announced that Mike Flanagan, renowned for his work on The Haunting of Hill House and The Fall of the House of Usher, will be writing, directing, and producing a new take on The Exorcist franchise. This news comes in the wake of The Exorcist: Believer floundering at the box office, garnering $65.5M domestically and $136.2M worldwide. David Gordon Green, who directed that film, withdrew from the next installment due to scheduling conflicts with other projects, reflecting a prioritization that might not align with what fans were hoping for. Flanagan’s approach to demon-possession narratives is promised to be...
- 6/5/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
The term wizard can be thrown around a lot. Wizards make magic, can create life from the ether, and conjure things that are beautiful and sometimes monstrous. There aren’t many wizards out in the world these days, but I know of one by name and that name is Rick Baker. Baker is a master of the monsters and a wizard of special effects. He’s an artist and a visionary who made some of the most memorable creatures and effects to grace movie and TV screens of the last few decades. He’s also an unabashed Monster Kid who has never lost his love and fascination for the classics. On todays episode of What Happened To This Horror Celebrity we’re meeting a wizard of the wicked and magician of monsters as we reveal what happened to Rick Baker.
Rick Baker was born in 1950 to Doris and Ralph Baker in New York.
Rick Baker was born in 1950 to Doris and Ralph Baker in New York.
- 6/5/2024
- by Jessica Dwyer
- JoBlo.com
The change in direction comes nearly three years after Universal announced a $400 million megadeal to make a trilogy of ‘The Exorcist’ films. Mike Flanagan, known for directing Stephen King adaptations like Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game, will write, direct, and produce what Blumhouse describes as a radical new take on The Exorcist franchise. This new direction is part of a shift following the lukewarm reception to David Gordon Green’s The Exorcist: Believer. A Polarizing Reception Paves the Way The announced $400 million megadeal to produce a trilogy of Exorcist films was upended after negative reviews and a $137 million...
- 6/4/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
After The Exorcist: Believer premiered to a lacklustre box office and scathing reviews, Blumhouse was forced to rethink its plans for what was supposed to be a new trilogy. Doctor Sleep director Mike Flanagan officially signed on to direct the next Exorcist movie last week, which is said to be a “radical new take” on the franchise. However, Flanagan is all too aware of the enormous responsibility of following in the footsteps of one of the best horror movies of all time.
Flanagan spoke about his new Exorcist movie at the Atx festival (via /Film), saying he’s “f***ing terrified” of tackling it. Although the first movie is deservedly iconic, the sequels that followed were very hit-and-miss, so I would argue that Flanagan would have to actively go out of his way to make the worst film in the franchise. The director admitted as much, saying, “The franchise has had its up and downs,...
Flanagan spoke about his new Exorcist movie at the Atx festival (via /Film), saying he’s “f***ing terrified” of tackling it. Although the first movie is deservedly iconic, the sequels that followed were very hit-and-miss, so I would argue that Flanagan would have to actively go out of his way to make the worst film in the franchise. The director admitted as much, saying, “The franchise has had its up and downs,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
It was announced last month that Mike Flanagan, beloved horror auteur behind such titles as "The Haunting of Hill House" and "Doctor Sleep," will be the latest filmmaker to hear the calling, wear the collar, and be compelled by the power of Christ to direct a new "Exorcist" movie.
The last "Exorcist" movie we got, David Gordon Green's "The Exorcist: Believer," was a bit of a mess, with Green's planned "Exorcist" trilogy crashing before takeoff (almost as badly as a Boeing flight). Can Flanagan rescue the franchise? More importantly, which Flanagan-isms can we expect from his take on "The Exorcist?" Will the movie be emotional and tear-jerking? Probably. Will it feature at least a few of his regular collaborators? Very likely. Will it give us another lengthy monologue or two? Turns out, it likely won't.
Flanagan discussed his "Exorcist" plans during the "Monologue Case Study With Mike Flanagan" panel at Atx last week,...
The last "Exorcist" movie we got, David Gordon Green's "The Exorcist: Believer," was a bit of a mess, with Green's planned "Exorcist" trilogy crashing before takeoff (almost as badly as a Boeing flight). Can Flanagan rescue the franchise? More importantly, which Flanagan-isms can we expect from his take on "The Exorcist?" Will the movie be emotional and tear-jerking? Probably. Will it feature at least a few of his regular collaborators? Very likely. Will it give us another lengthy monologue or two? Turns out, it likely won't.
Flanagan discussed his "Exorcist" plans during the "Monologue Case Study With Mike Flanagan" panel at Atx last week,...
- 6/3/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Steven Spielberg is one of the most celebrated filmmakers in Hollywood. He is the man behind iconic films such as Jurassic Park, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, and more. He won two Oscars for Best Director for helming the holocaust film Schindler’s List and the World War II drama Saving Private Ryan.
Spielberg had his breakthrough with the survival horror film Jaws. The film became the highest-grossing movie of all time in 1975 and was the first Summer blockbuster. Spielberg became one of the most sought-after filmmakers after the success of the film. However, he was almost fired from the project due to many issues and was saved by a guardian angel.
Steven Spielberg’s Jaws Was Famously Over Budget And Had Many Issues A still from Jaws | Credits: Zanuck/Brown Company/Universal Pictures
Steven Spielberg’s Jaws is often credited to be the first Summer blockbuster and started the trend of...
Spielberg had his breakthrough with the survival horror film Jaws. The film became the highest-grossing movie of all time in 1975 and was the first Summer blockbuster. Spielberg became one of the most sought-after filmmakers after the success of the film. However, he was almost fired from the project due to many issues and was saved by a guardian angel.
Steven Spielberg’s Jaws Was Famously Over Budget And Had Many Issues A still from Jaws | Credits: Zanuck/Brown Company/Universal Pictures
Steven Spielberg’s Jaws is often credited to be the first Summer blockbuster and started the trend of...
- 6/3/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
Despite being a key part of Netflix’s past successes, Mike Flanagan has offered a scathing assessment of the platform’s attitude towards film preservation.
Not so long ago, Mike Flanagan was a major part of Team Netflix. On his personal blog, the Doctor Sleep director has talked in the past about the difficulties of getting projects made, and we can imagine that Netflix would have seemed like a haven for creators like Flanagan who, in alliance with the platform, was given the creative freedom to make a string of TV shows and films.
Flanagan’s output at Netflix was successful for all involved. As well as putting out a few films like Hush and Gerald’s Game, the filmmaker also created some of the most revered small screen horror series we’ve seen in years. The Haunting Of Hill House, The Haunting Of Bly Manor, The Fall Of The House Of Usher...
Not so long ago, Mike Flanagan was a major part of Team Netflix. On his personal blog, the Doctor Sleep director has talked in the past about the difficulties of getting projects made, and we can imagine that Netflix would have seemed like a haven for creators like Flanagan who, in alliance with the platform, was given the creative freedom to make a string of TV shows and films.
Flanagan’s output at Netflix was successful for all involved. As well as putting out a few films like Hush and Gerald’s Game, the filmmaker also created some of the most revered small screen horror series we’ve seen in years. The Haunting Of Hill House, The Haunting Of Bly Manor, The Fall Of The House Of Usher...
- 6/3/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
It’s a fairly rare weekend at the box office when there are five new wide releases, but it’s even rare when none of those movies even crack the top six. Read on for the weekend box office report.
After one of the worst Memorial Day weekends in decades, the transition weekend between May and June wasn’t going to be much better with none of the new releases opening in more than 2,000 theaters. That wasn’t helped by the fact that Disney, the one major studio in the mix, decided to dump their latest well-reviewed movie into a few hundred theaters with very little fanfare.
After settling for second place over Memorial Day, Sony Pictures’ animated “The Garfield Movie” moved into first place with an estimated $14 million, down just 42% from its three-day opening weekend, to bring its domestic total to $51.6 million. Overseas, the Chris Pratt-starring family film...
After one of the worst Memorial Day weekends in decades, the transition weekend between May and June wasn’t going to be much better with none of the new releases opening in more than 2,000 theaters. That wasn’t helped by the fact that Disney, the one major studio in the mix, decided to dump their latest well-reviewed movie into a few hundred theaters with very little fanfare.
After settling for second place over Memorial Day, Sony Pictures’ animated “The Garfield Movie” moved into first place with an estimated $14 million, down just 42% from its three-day opening weekend, to bring its domestic total to $51.6 million. Overseas, the Chris Pratt-starring family film...
- 6/2/2024
- by Edward Douglas
- Gold Derby
The '90s were a great time to be a young horror-loving kid. There were several gateway horror shows and movies that made genre fans out of an entire generation, preparing kids for the horrors of the real world within the safe confines of a television set. It was a time of "Goosebumps" and of "Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark," a time of "Aaahh!!! Real Monsters" and "Tales from the Cryptkeeper." Then there was "Courage the Cowardly Dog."
Though "Real Monsters" featured, well, monsters, it was still definitely a comedic show. "Courage the Cowardly Dog," though, even when it wasn't technically scary, it was always eerie and disturbing. The cartoon follows the eponymous dog Courage, who lives with an elderly couple in a farm in the middle of Nowhere, Kansas. They are constantly thrown into weird, often spooky situations. The series started with a pilot short titled "The Chicken from Outer Space,...
Though "Real Monsters" featured, well, monsters, it was still definitely a comedic show. "Courage the Cowardly Dog," though, even when it wasn't technically scary, it was always eerie and disturbing. The cartoon follows the eponymous dog Courage, who lives with an elderly couple in a farm in the middle of Nowhere, Kansas. They are constantly thrown into weird, often spooky situations. The series started with a pilot short titled "The Chicken from Outer Space,...
- 6/2/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
In A Violent Nature is now in theaters, and if you've been keeping track of writer/director Chris Nash's critically-acclaimed horror flick, there's a good chance you'll have heard about a shockingly gruesome scene that's been dubbed the "Yoga Kill."
Now, some specific details on the sequence have been revealed (via Variety).
If you'd rather not have the already infamous kill ruined before you see the movie, here's your spoiler warning.
The scene begins with relentless, undead killer Johnny stalking an unfortunate victim named Aurora (Charlotte Creaghan), who he finds doing some yoga close to the edge of a cliff (never a good idea with a murderous monster in the area).
"In a gore-tastic sequence, Johnny disembowels Aurora with his trusty, rusty hook, then yanks her head backwards through the gaping hole in her stomach. Johnny kicks the human pretzel down the cliff, where her mangled, mutilated body rolls halfway down.
Now, some specific details on the sequence have been revealed (via Variety).
If you'd rather not have the already infamous kill ruined before you see the movie, here's your spoiler warning.
The scene begins with relentless, undead killer Johnny stalking an unfortunate victim named Aurora (Charlotte Creaghan), who he finds doing some yoga close to the edge of a cliff (never a good idea with a murderous monster in the area).
"In a gore-tastic sequence, Johnny disembowels Aurora with his trusty, rusty hook, then yanks her head backwards through the gaping hole in her stomach. Johnny kicks the human pretzel down the cliff, where her mangled, mutilated body rolls halfway down.
- 6/2/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Mike Flanagan is one of the most respected names in the world of horror. Having made masterpieces like The Haunting of Hill House and Midnight Mass, he not only knows how to create alluring environments that are perfect for scares but also knows how to tell real stories in the most human ways possible. It was recently announced that he would be heading the latest film from the world of the 1973 classic, The Exorcist.
A still from The Haunting of Hill House l Netflix
While there is no denying that Flanagan will do an excellent job at making the film, his past works had some of the executives on the film, as well as hardcore fans worried. During a recent interview, he addressed these concerns and revealed how he would be approaching them.
Mike Flanagan’s Past Made Executives Concerned
Recently, Mike Flanagan made an appearance at the Atx TV Festival,...
A still from The Haunting of Hill House l Netflix
While there is no denying that Flanagan will do an excellent job at making the film, his past works had some of the executives on the film, as well as hardcore fans worried. During a recent interview, he addressed these concerns and revealed how he would be approaching them.
Mike Flanagan’s Past Made Executives Concerned
Recently, Mike Flanagan made an appearance at the Atx TV Festival,...
- 6/1/2024
- by Ananya Godboley
- FandomWire
Mike Flanagan is a fan of monologues. From his films (like “Doctor Sleep” and “Gerald’s Game”) to his TV series (including “The Haunting of Hill House” and “Midnight Mass”), many a Flanagan character has embarked on a long speech — often uncut but always meticulously edited.
But when he was in talks to direct the next iteration of “The Exorcist” franchise, the executives in charge were “concerned” about the film getting too talky.
“Part of what I said to Blumhouse and Universal when we were discussing this was I don’t think this is a monologue project,” Flanagan said while speaking on a panel at the Atx TV Festival. “The ritual itself is something of a monologue, but we’ve seen that. We’ve seen somebody shout prayers at somebody. That was scary 50 years ago, I don’t see that working here.”
Still, given Flanagan’s history, he said he understood why they would be concerned.
But when he was in talks to direct the next iteration of “The Exorcist” franchise, the executives in charge were “concerned” about the film getting too talky.
“Part of what I said to Blumhouse and Universal when we were discussing this was I don’t think this is a monologue project,” Flanagan said while speaking on a panel at the Atx TV Festival. “The ritual itself is something of a monologue, but we’ve seen that. We’ve seen somebody shout prayers at somebody. That was scary 50 years ago, I don’t see that working here.”
Still, given Flanagan’s history, he said he understood why they would be concerned.
- 6/1/2024
- by Ben Travers
- Indiewire
New Exorcist Director Mike Flanagan Is 'Terrified' To Be Taking On The Horror Classic [Atx Festival]
Earlier this month, horror mastermind Mike Flanagan was announced as the new heir apparent to the "Exorcist" franchise, assuming the reins from David Gordon Green in what's being described as a "radical new take" on the truly scary source material. Little is known about the "Haunting of Hill House" and "Midnight Mass" creator's plans for the long-running property, but at the annual Atx festival in Austin today, Flanagan spoke frankly about the pressure of crafting a new story in the shadow of one of the most frightening tales ever told.
"For 'The Exorcist' specifically, I'm f**king terrified," Flanagan admitted at a panel attended by /Film's Ryan Scott. A spotlight on adaptations titled "From Book To Script To Screen," the event also featured a number of other panelists, including the executive producers behind AMC's "Interview with the Vampire," ABC's "Will Trent," Netflix's "Black Mirror," and the Apple TV+ series "Silo.
"For 'The Exorcist' specifically, I'm f**king terrified," Flanagan admitted at a panel attended by /Film's Ryan Scott. A spotlight on adaptations titled "From Book To Script To Screen," the event also featured a number of other panelists, including the executive producers behind AMC's "Interview with the Vampire," ABC's "Will Trent," Netflix's "Black Mirror," and the Apple TV+ series "Silo.
- 5/31/2024
- by Valerie Ettenhofer
- Slash Film
The Exorcist is getting a new coat of pea soup from horror maestro Mike Flanagan.
Recent franchise revival, The Exorcist: Believer, proved to be a massive disappointment for fans of William Friedkin's original masterpiece, and while it did actually perform reasonably well at the box office, it didn't make enough of an impact for the studio to commit to continuing that particular story.
Shortly after the movie hit theaters, we learned that director David Gordon Green (The new Halloween trilogy) had decided not to helm the next instalment in the planned trilogy, The Exorcist: Deceiver, but that Blumhouse and Universal Pictures still planned to forge ahead with the follow-up.
A recent report claimed that none other than Mike Flanagan was in talks to helm the next Exorcist movie, and it's now been made official.
Flanagan has signed on to write, direct and produce what’s described as a “radical...
Recent franchise revival, The Exorcist: Believer, proved to be a massive disappointment for fans of William Friedkin's original masterpiece, and while it did actually perform reasonably well at the box office, it didn't make enough of an impact for the studio to commit to continuing that particular story.
Shortly after the movie hit theaters, we learned that director David Gordon Green (The new Halloween trilogy) had decided not to helm the next instalment in the planned trilogy, The Exorcist: Deceiver, but that Blumhouse and Universal Pictures still planned to forge ahead with the follow-up.
A recent report claimed that none other than Mike Flanagan was in talks to helm the next Exorcist movie, and it's now been made official.
Flanagan has signed on to write, direct and produce what’s described as a “radical...
- 5/30/2024
- ComicBookMovie.com
Not so long ago, we reported that the upcoming Blumhouse and Universal planned remake of The Exorcist had seemingly found its director, as renowned genre filmmaker Mike Flanagan was in talks to direct the movie. This news broke not long after David Gordon Green, who directed last year’s reboot film The Exorcist: Believer, left the project altogether. At the time, the studios announced a big $400-million trilogy, but after Green’s movie failed completely, they were looking for a change of direction. Now, we can confirm both that Flanagan has signed on to direct the next movie, and that the studios have given up on their original idea.
Namely, the trilogy plan was completely scrapped and Flanagan will be given more creative freedom to do what he wants, and from what we can gather, the series is heading into completely new territory, as Flanagan doesn’t really intend to...
Namely, the trilogy plan was completely scrapped and Flanagan will be given more creative freedom to do what he wants, and from what we can gather, the series is heading into completely new territory, as Flanagan doesn’t really intend to...
- 5/30/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
William Friedkin’s The Exorcist was one of the few horror movies that managed to keep its viewers up late at night, tucked in the safety of their blankets. If they needed a glass of water and that clock was past midnight, they would just have to wait till the sun was up to quench their thirst. A true horror film in all its glory! And now, director Mike Flanagan will be taking on the responsibility of taking the franchise a step forward.
William Friedkin’s The Exorcist (1973) | Warner Bros.
The Exorcist has had quite a few sequels to date, 5 to be exact. Unfortunately, none of them had an impact on their audience like the O.G. The franchise also produced a television series, The Exorcist, which did well. Coming back to the movies, one failed sequel after the other slowly extinguished the fans’ hopes, and they gave up on the franchise altogether.
William Friedkin’s The Exorcist (1973) | Warner Bros.
The Exorcist has had quite a few sequels to date, 5 to be exact. Unfortunately, none of them had an impact on their audience like the O.G. The franchise also produced a television series, The Exorcist, which did well. Coming back to the movies, one failed sequel after the other slowly extinguished the fans’ hopes, and they gave up on the franchise altogether.
- 5/30/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Mike Flanagan will nach eigenem Bekunden einen völlig neuen „Exorzist“ inszenieren, der kein Sequel zu „Der Exorzist: Bekenntnis“ aus dem vergangenen Jahr sein soll.
Mike Flanagan plant einen völlig neuen „Exorzist“ (Credit: Imago / Everett Collection)
Anfang Mai war schon darüber spekuliert worden, jetzt hat Blumhouse es offiziell gemacht: Mike Flanagan wird nach eigenem Drehbuch einen neuen „Exorzist“ inszenieren und zusammen mit Trevor Macy auch produzieren.
Flanagan, Regisseur von Horrorfilmen wie „Doctor Sleeps Erwachen“, betonte, der neue „Exorzist“ werde eine „radikale Neuausrichtung“ haben. „’Der Exorzist’ ist einer der Gründe, warum ich Filmemacher geworden bin und es ist eine Ehre, die Chance zu bekommen, etwas frisches, bedeutendes und beängstigendes innerhalb dieses Universums zu machen. Wieder mit meinen Freunden von Blumhouse, mit denen ich einige meiner besten Werke gemacht habe, zu arbeiten, macht es nur noch aufregender”, so Flanagan weiter.
Wie Blumhouse in einer Mitteilung erklärte, werde es „eine ganz neue Geschichte im...
Mike Flanagan plant einen völlig neuen „Exorzist“ (Credit: Imago / Everett Collection)
Anfang Mai war schon darüber spekuliert worden, jetzt hat Blumhouse es offiziell gemacht: Mike Flanagan wird nach eigenem Drehbuch einen neuen „Exorzist“ inszenieren und zusammen mit Trevor Macy auch produzieren.
Flanagan, Regisseur von Horrorfilmen wie „Doctor Sleeps Erwachen“, betonte, der neue „Exorzist“ werde eine „radikale Neuausrichtung“ haben. „’Der Exorzist’ ist einer der Gründe, warum ich Filmemacher geworden bin und es ist eine Ehre, die Chance zu bekommen, etwas frisches, bedeutendes und beängstigendes innerhalb dieses Universums zu machen. Wieder mit meinen Freunden von Blumhouse, mit denen ich einige meiner besten Werke gemacht habe, zu arbeiten, macht es nur noch aufregender”, so Flanagan weiter.
Wie Blumhouse in einer Mitteilung erklärte, werde es „eine ganz neue Geschichte im...
- 5/30/2024
- by Jochen Müller
- Spot - Media & Film
Mike Flanagan is leading a "radical new take" on 'The Exorcist'.The 'Haunting of Hill House' creator and modern horror icon - who has also worked on the likes of 'Gerald's Game', 'Midnight Mass' and 'The Fall of the House of Usher' - will write, direct and produce a reboot of the iconic franchise for Blumhouse.He said in a statement: "'The Exorcist' is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe."Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting."Blumhouse founder Jason Blum admitted he instantly "responded" to Flanagan's idea for the film, and he's looking forward to working with him again after previously teaming up on 'Oculus', '...
- 5/30/2024
- by Alistair McGeorge
- Bang Showbiz
Doctor Sleep director Mike Flanagan will take the Exorcist series in a ‘fresh, bold’ direction following the disappointing reception to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer.
Universal has confirmed the rumours that have been whirling around for some time now, announcing that Mike Flanagan will be stepping into the director’s chair to oversee the future of The Exorcist. The move follows the exit of David Gordon Green after last year’s franchise relaunch, The Exorcist: Believer failed to ignite much in the way of audience interest. Although the film did ultimately earn $136m at the global box office from a $30m budget, the responses to the film was largely muted. Universal and Blumhouse quickly decided that as an opening salvo for the return of a big horror franchise, it wasn’t good enough.
The studio and Gordon Green parted ways back in January and the rumour mill began to suggest that...
Universal has confirmed the rumours that have been whirling around for some time now, announcing that Mike Flanagan will be stepping into the director’s chair to oversee the future of The Exorcist. The move follows the exit of David Gordon Green after last year’s franchise relaunch, The Exorcist: Believer failed to ignite much in the way of audience interest. Although the film did ultimately earn $136m at the global box office from a $30m budget, the responses to the film was largely muted. Universal and Blumhouse quickly decided that as an opening salvo for the return of a big horror franchise, it wasn’t good enough.
The studio and Gordon Green parted ways back in January and the rumour mill began to suggest that...
- 5/30/2024
- by Dan Cooper
- Film Stories
Confirming recent reports, Blumhouse has officially announced that Mike Flanagan will be taking on the next installment of The Exorcist, but don't expect it to be a follow up to Believer. Instead, a "radical new take" is promised in the upcoming film that will see Flanagan as the writer, director, and producer:
Mike Flanagan, the visionary writer/director behind the acclaimed films Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game and creator of the hit series Midnight Mass, The Haunting of Hill House and most recently The Fall of the House of Usher will write, direct and produce a radical new take on The Exorcist in a new film for Blumhouse and Morgan Creek.
The film will tell an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe and is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer. The film will be produced by Trevor Macy on behalf of Intrepid Pictures and Flanagan via his new Red Room Pictures banner.
Mike Flanagan, the visionary writer/director behind the acclaimed films Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game and creator of the hit series Midnight Mass, The Haunting of Hill House and most recently The Fall of the House of Usher will write, direct and produce a radical new take on The Exorcist in a new film for Blumhouse and Morgan Creek.
The film will tell an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe and is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer. The film will be produced by Trevor Macy on behalf of Intrepid Pictures and Flanagan via his new Red Room Pictures banner.
- 5/29/2024
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
The Fall of the House of Usher. (L to R) Executive Producer/Director Mike Flanagan, Executive Producer/Director Michael Fimognari in episode 101 of The Fall of the House of Usher. Cr. Eike Schroter/Netflix © 2023
Mike Flanagan, the visionary writer/director behind the acclaimed films Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game and creator of the hit series Midnight Mass, The Haunting of Hill House and most recently The Fall of the House of Usher will write, direct and produce a radical new take on The Exorcist in a new film for Blumhouse and Morgan Creek.
The film will tell an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe and is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer. The film will be produced by Trevor Macy on behalf of Intrepid Pictures and Flanagan via his new Red Room Pictures banner. John Scherer will also be working on the film on behalf of Intrepid.
Mike Flanagan, the visionary writer/director behind the acclaimed films Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game and creator of the hit series Midnight Mass, The Haunting of Hill House and most recently The Fall of the House of Usher will write, direct and produce a radical new take on The Exorcist in a new film for Blumhouse and Morgan Creek.
The film will tell an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe and is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer. The film will be produced by Trevor Macy on behalf of Intrepid Pictures and Flanagan via his new Red Room Pictures banner. John Scherer will also be working on the film on behalf of Intrepid.
- 5/29/2024
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
Before Universal Pictures even spent a single penny on producing its planned "Exorcist" trilogy, the studio had already shelled out an eye-watering $400 million for the rights to make the trilogy. So, when David Gordon Green's "The Exorcist: Believer" was widely panned in reviews and grossed $136.2 million worldwide, there was a change of plans.
We already knew that Green wouldn't be returning to direct the next sequel, and we recently learned that beloved modern horror maestro Mike Flanagan ("The Haunting of Hill House") had been recruited to replace him. Now, Morgan Creek and Blumhouse have put out a press release to emphasize that the trilogy concept is caput. Flanagan's movie will not be a sequel to "The Exorcist: Believer," but a "radical new take" on the source material.
By the sounds of it, Flanagan came in with a strong pitch. "I immediately responded to Mike's new take on the world...
We already knew that Green wouldn't be returning to direct the next sequel, and we recently learned that beloved modern horror maestro Mike Flanagan ("The Haunting of Hill House") had been recruited to replace him. Now, Morgan Creek and Blumhouse have put out a press release to emphasize that the trilogy concept is caput. Flanagan's movie will not be a sequel to "The Exorcist: Believer," but a "radical new take" on the source material.
By the sounds of it, Flanagan came in with a strong pitch. "I immediately responded to Mike's new take on the world...
- 5/29/2024
- by Hannah Shaw-Williams
- Slash Film
“The Exorcist” is headed in a new direction. Blumhouse and Morgan Creek have tapped Mike Flanagan (“The Haunting of Hill House”) to write, direct, and produce a “radical new take” on the horror franchise, and it won’t be a sequel to the critically panned “The Exorcist: Believer” from last year.
David Gordon Green was at first set on making a trilogy of films that would continue the story of the original “Exorcist” film, bringing back original star Ellen Burstyn, but those sequels are no longer in the works, and Green exited back in January. “Believer” bombed with just $137 million at the global box office after Blumhouse spent a reported $400 million to acquire the franchise’s IP rights.
The new “Exorcist” movie, for now untitled and undated, will be an all-new story but still set within the “Exorcist” universe. Trevor Macy is producing for his Intrepid Pictures, and Flanagan will produce for Red Room Pictures.
David Gordon Green was at first set on making a trilogy of films that would continue the story of the original “Exorcist” film, bringing back original star Ellen Burstyn, but those sequels are no longer in the works, and Green exited back in January. “Believer” bombed with just $137 million at the global box office after Blumhouse spent a reported $400 million to acquire the franchise’s IP rights.
The new “Exorcist” movie, for now untitled and undated, will be an all-new story but still set within the “Exorcist” universe. Trevor Macy is producing for his Intrepid Pictures, and Flanagan will produce for Red Room Pictures.
- 5/29/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
We previously reported that horror master Mike Flanagan was in talks to direct a new chapter in Blumhouse's rebooted The Exorcist trilogy, but now we have even better news.
The Hollywood Reporter shares that Flanagan will not only direct but also write and produce an Exorcist movie. It won't be a sequel to last year's The Exorcist: Believer, which was widely panned and disliked by just about everyone. Flanagan is collaborating with Blumhouse for the third time, having previously worked with the production company on Oculus, Hush, and Ouija: Origin of Evil.
Flanagan stepping up to the plate in such a drastic new way for this IP is a big deal, as Universal shelled out over $400 million to create a trilogy of The Exorcist films to be helmed by Halloween filmmaker David Gordon Green.
The Exorcist: Believer did okay at the box office, earning $137 million, but only a 21% score on Rotten Tomatoes,...
The Hollywood Reporter shares that Flanagan will not only direct but also write and produce an Exorcist movie. It won't be a sequel to last year's The Exorcist: Believer, which was widely panned and disliked by just about everyone. Flanagan is collaborating with Blumhouse for the third time, having previously worked with the production company on Oculus, Hush, and Ouija: Origin of Evil.
Flanagan stepping up to the plate in such a drastic new way for this IP is a big deal, as Universal shelled out over $400 million to create a trilogy of The Exorcist films to be helmed by Halloween filmmaker David Gordon Green.
The Exorcist: Believer did okay at the box office, earning $137 million, but only a 21% score on Rotten Tomatoes,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Mads Lennon
It’s official: Mike Flanagan is set to write, direct, and produce the next Exorcist film for Blumhouse and Universal. But don’t expect a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer; Flanagan will offer a radical new take on The Exorcist.
To reiterate, the new film will tell an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe and is not a sequel to David Gordon Green‘s The Exorcist: Believer. Plans for that trilogy are no longer moving forward.
Flanagan said in a statement, “The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe. Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.”
“Mike’s voice and vision are indispensable for horror fans and we are excited...
To reiterate, the new film will tell an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe and is not a sequel to David Gordon Green‘s The Exorcist: Believer. Plans for that trilogy are no longer moving forward.
Flanagan said in a statement, “The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe. Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.”
“Mike’s voice and vision are indispensable for horror fans and we are excited...
- 5/29/2024
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Mike Flanagan will helm a “radical new take” on The Exorcist for Blumhouse.
The creator of popular Netflix horror series including The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass, and The Fall of the House of Usher will write, direct and produce “an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe.” In a press release, Blumhouse stresses that the film is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer.
“The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe,” Flanagan said in a statement. “Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.”
This film marks Flanagan’s fourth project with Blumhouse, following Oculus (2013), Hush (2016) and Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016).
Flanagan recently wrapped filing on The Life of Chuck,...
The creator of popular Netflix horror series including The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass, and The Fall of the House of Usher will write, direct and produce “an all-new story set in The Exorcist universe.” In a press release, Blumhouse stresses that the film is not a sequel to 2023’s The Exorcist: Believer.
“The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe,” Flanagan said in a statement. “Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.”
This film marks Flanagan’s fourth project with Blumhouse, following Oculus (2013), Hush (2016) and Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016).
Flanagan recently wrapped filing on The Life of Chuck,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Scoop Harrison
- Consequence - Film News
It was announced earlier this month that Mike Flanagan was in talks to direct the next installment of The Exorcist franchise, and now it’s official. Flanagan is set to write, direct, and produce what is being described as a “radical new take” on the franchise. While it will still be set in the Exorcist universe, the project will not be a sequel to The Exorcist: Believer, which was largely trashed by critics upon its release last year.
“The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold and terrifying within its universe,” Flanagan said in a statement. “Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.“
Jason Blum, founder and CEO of Blumhouse, added, “Mike’s voice and vision are indispensable for horror fans,...
“The Exorcist is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold and terrifying within its universe,” Flanagan said in a statement. “Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.“
Jason Blum, founder and CEO of Blumhouse, added, “Mike’s voice and vision are indispensable for horror fans,...
- 5/29/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
“The Exorcist” universe will continue to expand thanks to “Doctor Sleep” and “The Fall of the House of Usher” visionary Mike Flanagan.
Flanagan has signed on to write, direct and produce what’s described as a “radical new take” on “The Exorcist” for Blumhouse and Morgan Creek.
“’The Exorcist’ is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe,” Flanagan stated. “Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.”
The new “Exorcist” movie will be produced by longtime collaborators Trevor Macy (on behalf of Intrepid Pictures) and Flanagan (via his new Red Room Pictures banner). John Scherer will also be working on the film on behalf of Intrepid. This film marks the fourth collaboration for Flanagan and...
Flanagan has signed on to write, direct and produce what’s described as a “radical new take” on “The Exorcist” for Blumhouse and Morgan Creek.
“’The Exorcist’ is one of the reasons I became a filmmaker, and it is an honor to have the chance to try something fresh, bold, and terrifying within its universe,” Flanagan stated. “Reuniting with my friends at Blumhouse, with whom I’ve made some of my favorite pieces of work, only makes this more exciting.”
The new “Exorcist” movie will be produced by longtime collaborators Trevor Macy (on behalf of Intrepid Pictures) and Flanagan (via his new Red Room Pictures banner). John Scherer will also be working on the film on behalf of Intrepid. This film marks the fourth collaboration for Flanagan and...
- 5/29/2024
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
The Exorcist franchise is getting a makeover following the polarizing response to last year’s The Exorcist: Believer.
Horror maestro Mike Flanagan will write, direct and produce what Blumhouse is describing as a “radical new take” on the franchise, one that will be set in the Exorcist universe but not as a sequel to Believer.
Flanagan’s Exorcist hiring is a notable change in direction that comes nearly three years after Universal announced a $400 million megadeal that would allow it to make a trilogy of Exorcist films to be helmed by David Gordon Green, the filmmaker behind Universal and Blumhouse’s hit Halloween movies. Those plans were put on the shelf after Green’s Believer earned negative reviews and brought in $137 million at the box office.
Flanagan is a prolific and respected hand in the horror world, known for directing Stephen King adaptations such as Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game...
Horror maestro Mike Flanagan will write, direct and produce what Blumhouse is describing as a “radical new take” on the franchise, one that will be set in the Exorcist universe but not as a sequel to Believer.
Flanagan’s Exorcist hiring is a notable change in direction that comes nearly three years after Universal announced a $400 million megadeal that would allow it to make a trilogy of Exorcist films to be helmed by David Gordon Green, the filmmaker behind Universal and Blumhouse’s hit Halloween movies. Those plans were put on the shelf after Green’s Believer earned negative reviews and brought in $137 million at the box office.
Flanagan is a prolific and respected hand in the horror world, known for directing Stephen King adaptations such as Doctor Sleep and Gerald’s Game...
- 5/29/2024
- by Aaron Couch
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
The Exorcist is my choice for the best horror movie of all time. Some may say Rosemary’s Baby or The Shining or Night of the Living Dead, but as a good Catholic boy, nothing has ever gotten under my skin the way William Friedkin’s original did. But, with great success comes the desire for Hollywood to make a hit into a franchise, but Friedkin was not a franchise director. He famously turned down French Connection II, but the studio, perhaps noticing how the second French Connection turned out decently, decided to go ahead and turn it into a franchise. Still, the results, with one notable exception were a disaster. So without any further adieu, here’s our list of Exorcist movies ranked – from worst to best.
Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977)
So, worst is a degree here rather than a black-and-white fact. All of the Exorcist sequels – with that one...
Exorcist II: The Heretic (1977)
So, worst is a degree here rather than a black-and-white fact. All of the Exorcist sequels – with that one...
- 5/29/2024
- by Chris Bumbray
- JoBlo.com
Here we are with another case of “Wait, that was a book first?” Although, having watched the movie for the first time and seeing its reputation online, this is also a case of “Wait, that was a movie?” William Friedkin was a master filmmaker and although most of his stone-cold classics happened before 1990, he proved he still had plenty in the tank with things like The Hunted and Bug to name a couple. He was a replacement director which seems surreal considering his talents and he was one of 3 credited writers on a little remembered horror movie adaptation from 1990. The Guardian (watch it Here) is based on The Nanny from 1987 and it’s a strange pairing of source material and finished product. Both pieces of media are mostly slept on in their respective fields but how close did Friedkin and the other writers come to matching the book? Always do...
- 5/29/2024
- by Andrew Hatfield
- JoBlo.com
On May 28th, “America’s Got Talent” returned with the spectacular two-hour premiere of its 19th season. Host Terry Crews welcomed back judges Simon Cowell, Howie Mandel, Heidi Klum and Sofia Vergara, with performances from the first set of auditions.
But who were the best acts from this season opener? And did any move forward that shouldn’t have? Below we rank the nine acts who advanced from worst to best. Do any of Tuesday’s acts have what it takes to win the million dollars this year?
See ‘America’s Got Talent’ season 19: Who was your favorite act from ‘AGT’ Auditions 1? [Poll]
Season 19 Episode 1 rankings:
9. Los Osos High School: In a rare occurrence, I really enjoyed all of that received at least 3 yeses from the judges. The “High School Musical” music really set the tone, but in a weird way it also reminded me more of “Glee.” They knocked this performance...
But who were the best acts from this season opener? And did any move forward that shouldn’t have? Below we rank the nine acts who advanced from worst to best. Do any of Tuesday’s acts have what it takes to win the million dollars this year?
See ‘America’s Got Talent’ season 19: Who was your favorite act from ‘AGT’ Auditions 1? [Poll]
Season 19 Episode 1 rankings:
9. Los Osos High School: In a rare occurrence, I really enjoyed all of that received at least 3 yeses from the judges. The “High School Musical” music really set the tone, but in a weird way it also reminded me more of “Glee.” They knocked this performance...
- 5/29/2024
- by Vincent Mandile
- Gold Derby
Jason Blum and co. are bringing back the pickaxes as they get ready to reboot the My Bloody Valentine franchise.
Freddy Krueger. Jason Voorhees. Michael Myers. Jigsaw. There’s a lot of iconic killers in horror franchises, but there’s one that might have slipped past you; Harry Warden.
Harry Warden was the slightly supernatural killer in 1981’s My Bloody Valentine and while the film never became a hit in its own time, Blumhouse is looking to reboot it as reported first by Bloody Disgusting.
My Bloody Valentine is only the latest in Blumhouse’s reboot plans. The studio, headed by Jason Blum, is also working on a new Blair Witch Project film and have previously released a remake of Fantasy Island and of course, the new Halloween and The Exorcist sequels.
My Bloody Valentine will certainly be more of a challenge. The original film took place in the fictional town of Valentine Bluffs,...
Freddy Krueger. Jason Voorhees. Michael Myers. Jigsaw. There’s a lot of iconic killers in horror franchises, but there’s one that might have slipped past you; Harry Warden.
Harry Warden was the slightly supernatural killer in 1981’s My Bloody Valentine and while the film never became a hit in its own time, Blumhouse is looking to reboot it as reported first by Bloody Disgusting.
My Bloody Valentine is only the latest in Blumhouse’s reboot plans. The studio, headed by Jason Blum, is also working on a new Blair Witch Project film and have previously released a remake of Fantasy Island and of course, the new Halloween and The Exorcist sequels.
My Bloody Valentine will certainly be more of a challenge. The original film took place in the fictional town of Valentine Bluffs,...
- 5/28/2024
- by Maria Lattila
- Film Stories
The company behind reboots of horror classics like Halloween and The Exorcist is reportedly moving forward on a reboot of the 1981 Canadian slasher film My Bloody Valentine, according to a Bloody Disgusting exclusive.
Directed by George Mihalka and written by John Beaird, My Bloody Valentine received mixed reviews from critics upon its initial release but has since garnered a devoted cult following, enough to warrant a remake in 2009 that starred Jensen Ackles, Jaime King, and Kerr Smith.
Surprisingly, though, My Bloody Valentine is one horror IP that hasn't been revisited time and time again...until now. Blumhouse aims to change that and revive the killer pickaxe-wielding miner who murders for a new movie.
Despite the news from Bloody Disgusting, little is known about the potential reboot except that Blumhouse is interested in making it.
Who knows? Maybe this will be the next big horror franchise. It has always been surprising...
Directed by George Mihalka and written by John Beaird, My Bloody Valentine received mixed reviews from critics upon its initial release but has since garnered a devoted cult following, enough to warrant a remake in 2009 that starred Jensen Ackles, Jaime King, and Kerr Smith.
Surprisingly, though, My Bloody Valentine is one horror IP that hasn't been revisited time and time again...until now. Blumhouse aims to change that and revive the killer pickaxe-wielding miner who murders for a new movie.
Despite the news from Bloody Disgusting, little is known about the potential reboot except that Blumhouse is interested in making it.
Who knows? Maybe this will be the next big horror franchise. It has always been surprising...
- 5/28/2024
- by Mads Lennon
With titles like Memory: The Origins Of Alien, Lynch/Oz and Leap Of Faith: William Friedkin On The Exorcist to his name, Alexandre O Philippe has firmly established himself as a director able to dig into well known subjects and find something new, but even he is up against it when it comes to William Shatner. In an interview-based documentary which skirts lightly over the star’s actual work to focus on his self-analysis and ‘philosophy’, Philippe comes up against a man as famous for his devotion to crafting his own legend as for any of his creative work. The phrase “there’s no room for ego,” is used again and again as the filmmaker struggles to find a route past what Shatner wants us to see, past the masks which he openly admits to wearing.
We begin and end with giant redwood trees. Shatner wants to talk about environmentalism, which is very decent.
We begin and end with giant redwood trees. Shatner wants to talk about environmentalism, which is very decent.
- 5/25/2024
- by Jennie Kermode
- eyeforfilm.co.uk
Pale Horse: A Pyscho Sexuel Odyssey from director Pearry Reginald Teo is coming out on June 30, 2024 from Bayview Entertainment.
This new psychological horror film stars Chris Connell, Alexandra Bard, and Eileen Dietz, the legendary demon face from the scariest film ever made, The Exorcist (1973).
Synopsis: Art, Love, and Dark Magic come together in this gothic tale of an eccentric man who summons a vengeful spirit to manifest his desires and make him a great artist.
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This new psychological horror film stars Chris Connell, Alexandra Bard, and Eileen Dietz, the legendary demon face from the scariest film ever made, The Exorcist (1973).
Synopsis: Art, Love, and Dark Magic come together in this gothic tale of an eccentric man who summons a vengeful spirit to manifest his desires and make him a great artist.
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- 5/22/2024
- by Michael Joy
- Horror Asylum
"The First Omen" was one of the biggest movie surprises of the year. What could've easily been a cheap, lazy cash-in on IP awareness turned out to be an inventive, smart, and surprisingly disturbing horror movie that just happens to be a prequel. As Witney Seibold wrote in his /Film review: "In an age when long-in-the-tooth horror franchises like 'Halloween' and 'The Exorcist' are being tiresomely revived without a trace of creativity, it's refreshing and splendid to see a picture that is thoughtfully menacing, uniquely stylish, deathfully intense, and utterly terrifying. 'The First Omen' is a film of dank, bloody, spittle-flecked dread, made no less powerful by the foregone conclusion."
In "The First Omen," we follow a young novitiate (Nell Tiger Free) who is sent to help at an orphanage in Rome. Once there, she begins to experience terrifying visions that hint at a grand conspiracy involving unspeakable evil.
In "The First Omen," we follow a young novitiate (Nell Tiger Free) who is sent to help at an orphanage in Rome. Once there, she begins to experience terrifying visions that hint at a grand conspiracy involving unspeakable evil.
- 5/22/2024
- by Chris Evangelista
- Slash Film
The history of horrors knows a number of such classic films that established the whole franchises that manage to stay afloat for decades. These include The Omen, Friday the 13th, The Evil Dead and other movie series that are familiar to every cinema lover.
However, such franchises can often bring the installments that only defame the honor of the original movies. The same has seemingly happened with one of the darkest horror series, as its latest movie was received quite poorly by critics and by the audience, and it’s proved by its shameful 22% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Its plot revolves around Victor, a widowed man, who has to raise his daughter Angela on his own. One day, the girl and her best friend mysteriously disappear into the woods, only to return three days later with no memory of what happened to them.
Victor starts suspecting the girls were possessed...
However, such franchises can often bring the installments that only defame the honor of the original movies. The same has seemingly happened with one of the darkest horror series, as its latest movie was received quite poorly by critics and by the audience, and it’s proved by its shameful 22% score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Its plot revolves around Victor, a widowed man, who has to raise his daughter Angela on his own. One day, the girl and her best friend mysteriously disappear into the woods, only to return three days later with no memory of what happened to them.
Victor starts suspecting the girls were possessed...
- 5/21/2024
- by info@startefacts.com (Ava Raxa)
- STartefacts.com
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