Category Archives: Features

From TV To DVD: Harper’s Island

I feel kinda guilty I never kept up with CBS TV’s HARPER’S ISLAND, but the only serial TV show I can fit into my busy life is LOST and only LOST. But I digress:  HARPER’S ISLAND was pitched as a … Continue reading

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Killer Sites: Critical Condition

Because reciprocal links are so 1998. Critical Condition – a long running website that started as a fanzine in the early 80’s. I can only hope 25 years from now that Retro Slashers is still thriving in some medium. There … Continue reading

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Star Vehicle Steps on the Gas

Following on from last year’s outrageous slasher homage Gutterballs (reviewed here), independent filmmaker Ryan Nicholson starts work tomorrow on his latest feature, Star Vehicle.

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Elm Street Shoot Ends – Backlash Begins

Remember Platinum Dunes, Michael Bay’s remake machine that gave us their ‘re-imagining’ of Friday the 13th earlier this year?  Well, their latest venture, A Nightmare on Elm Street, has now officially wrapped production and is set to make its way to … Continue reading

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Update on H2 and the fate of the Weinstein Co

Previously: Will Rob Zombie and H2 save the Weinstein’s from Financial Collapse Nikki Finke’s Deadline Hollywood Daily is reporting the struggling Weinstein Co. has hoarded enough cash to release Inglorious Basterds and (more importantly) H2 next month. The release of … Continue reading

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More Images From The Final Destination

One film I’m actually really starting to look forward to is The Final Destination, in what promises to be a gruesome and fun experience. Following on from the images first published by DVD-Forum last week, here’s a new selection from … Continue reading

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Eli Roth Says ‘No’ To Hostel III

Eli Roth has stated that he has no intention of taking part in the proposed second sequel to his ‘torture porn’ classic Hostel,

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FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE LOST SCENES

Throughout its thirty year legacy, the Friday the 13th franchise has boasted some truly memorable moments. But there were several scenes that were cut, either from the script or the finished film, for a variety of reasons. Here’s a few … Continue reading

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Meet Horror Stars in Hollywood Next Weekend

Those in the area of Burbank next weekend (17th-19th) may be interested in attending The Hollywood Show, which looks set to host a variety of recognisible faces on hand to sign autographs.

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The Prey: Part Three – From Game Show to Horror Show!

The Year: 1971 The Show: The Dating Game The Celebrity Up for Grabs: Ron Howard The Contestant: Debbie Thureson

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