Dark Horse's The Strange Case of the Disappearing Man comic book series tops today's Horror Highlights, which also includes Wizard World Cleveland, new releases (respectively) from Cavity Colors and Blue Underground, Apocalypse Kiss, and the New Jersey Horror Con.
The Strange Case of the Disappearing Man Comic Book Series: Press Release: "MILWAUKIE, Ore., (March 14, 2017)—Victorian horror fans, rejoice! Dark Horse is delighted to announce the follow-up to 2011’s cult classic The Strange Case of Mr. Hyde, with The Strange Case of the Disappearing Man. Mr. Hyde’s Cole Haddon brings fans even more Thomas Adye adventures, while Sebastián Cabrol (Thief: Tales from the City, Caliban) lends his beautiful art to the story, and Hernán Cabrera (Caliban) brings the art to life with his gorgeously grotesque color palette.
The Strange Case of the Disappearing Man finds Inspector Thomas Adye of Scotland Yard struggling to return to normalcy after his run-in with Edward Hyde and Jack the Ripper. Adye’s attempts at normalcy evaporate when he’s confronted with the bizarre case of a disappearing man.
During his investigation into the disappearing man, Adye is drawn to an American gentleman on a quest to experience life in new and vibrant ways. Seduced by the man’s philosophies, Adye starts down an uncertain path that may put him in more danger than he’s ever imagined.
The Strange Case of the Disappearing Man’s first issue (of six) goes on sale June 21, 2017."
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Buffy the Vampire Slayer Cast Members at Wizard World Cleveland: Press Release: CLEVELAND, March 10, 2017 – It was 20 years ago that the cult TV hit “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” first hit the air. Its fandom has grown ever since, and Wizard World is proud to commemorate the occasion by adding two of its most popular and memorable stars, Nicholas Brendon (“Xander Harris”) and Charisma Carpenter (“Cordelia Chase”) to Wizard World Comic Con Cleveland next weekend at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.
Brendon will appear Friday through Sunday, March 17-19, while Carpenter will attend on Saturday and Sunday. Both will greet fans, sign autographs, pose for dual and solo photo ops and conduct an interactive Q&A panel on Saturday at 3 p.m. on the main stage.
One of the landmark series' most popular personalities, Brendon appeared in films like Psycho Beach Party and Demon Island during hiatuses in the show's run, then had recurring roles in the hit dramas "Criminal Minds" and "Private Practice."
Carpenter, who has more than 50 film and TV credits, reprised "Cordelia" on "Angel" and was a regular on "Veronica Mars" and "The Lying Game." She also played "Lacy" in the blockbuster film The Expendables and its sequel.
They join an All-Star roster that already includes Gene Simmons (Lead Singer, KISS, "Gene Simmons Family Jewels"), Millie Bobby Brown ("Stranger Things"), Anthony Mackie (Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Avengers: Age of Ultron), Jennifer Carpenter ("Dexter," "The Exorcism of Emily Rose") and Loren Lester and Kevin Conroy of "Batman: The Animated Series."
Wizard World Comic Con events bring together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop culture: movies, television, gaming, live entertainment, comics, sci-fi, graphic novels, toys, original art, collectibles, contests and more. The third event scheduled on the 2017 Wizard World calendar, Cleveland show hours are Friday, March 17, 5-10 p.m.; Saturday, March 18, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday, March 19, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Wizard World Comic Con Cleveland is also the place for cosplay, with fans young and old showing off their best costumes throughout the event. Fans dressed as every imaginable character – and some never before dreamed – will roam the convention floor and participate in the famed Wizard World Costume Contest on Saturday night.
For more on the 2017 Wizard World Cleveland, visit http://wizd.me/ClevelandPR."
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Shock Waves and Rob Zombie Collectibles from Cavity Colors: From Cavity Colors: "The SUPERBEAST is coming! We're incredibly excited to announce that we'll be releasing a line of official ROB ZOMBIE (@robzombieofficial) collectible ENAMEL PINS! Coming THURSDAY, MARCH 30th! Series 1 will contain 5 PINS + BACKING CARDS inspired by some of Rob's notable songs and well known imagery! - As a gigantic fan of his music, we are incredibly honored and excited for these. Stay tuned, and mark your calendars!"
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Christopher Lee Double Feature Blu-ray: On May 30th, Blue Underground will release a Christopher Lee Blu-ray double feature of The Blood of Fu Manchu and The Castle of Fu Manchu.
"THE BLOOD OF FU MANCHU:
The Unrated European Version!
From his secret lair deep within the South American jungle, international super-villain Fu Manchu (Christopher Lee of COUNT DRACULA) and his sadistic daughter Lin Tang (Tsai Chin of YOU ONLY LIVE TWICE) reveal their latest diabolical plot for world domination: ten beautiful women are infected with an ancient poison so deadly that one kiss from their lips will bring instant death and lead to a global plague. Now the Asian madman’s nemesis, Nayland Smith (Richard Greene of TALES FROM THE CRYPT), must desperately hunt an antidote in a savage land where rape and torture reign and the ultimate evil lies in THE BLOOD OF FU MANCHU.
Maria Rohm (VENUS IN FURS) and Shirley Eaton (GOLDFINGER) co-star in this wild Fu Manchu feature written and produced by Harry Alan Towers (EUGENIE) and directed by the one and only Jess Franco (VAMPYROS LESBOS). Also known as KISS AND KILL, AGAINST ALL ODDS, and KISS OF DEATH, Blue Underground presents THE BLOOD OF FU MANCHU in High Definition, complete with additional scenes of nudity and violence!
THE CASTLE OF FU MANCHU:
The Legendary Asian Crime Lord Is Back... And International Evil Has A Chilling New Home!
Christopher Lee (THE LORD OF THE RINGS) returns as the diabolical super-villain who, along with his sadistic daughter Lin Tang (Tsai Chin of CASINO ROYALE), creates a fiendish new chemical weapon that will turn the seas into a giant block of ice. But when his archenemy Nayland Smith (Richard Greene of THE ADVENTURES OF ROBIN HOOD) tracks the madman's trail of kidnapping, murder and massive global destruction, he himself becomes trapped in Fu Manchu’s impenetrable lair of cruelty. Can any of the world’s top secret agents (including a wild performance by Jess Franco) now stop the cold-blooded terror that lives in THE CASTLE OF FU MANCHU?
Maria Perschy (THE GHOST GALLEON) and Rosalba Neri (99 WOMEN) co-star in this notorious sequel directed by Jess Franco (THE BLOODY JUDGE) that marked Christopher Lee’s final performance as the infamous Chinese madman. Now Blue Underground presents THE CASTLE OF FU MANCHU in High Definition, packed with Extras for a disc full of Fu Manchu mayhem!
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Apocalypse Kiss on Blu-ray, DVD, and VOD: Press Release: "SGL Entertainment is pleased to announce that they have just released “Apocalypse Kiss” the Epic Sci-fi Thriller on Blu-ray, DVD and VOD. The Blu-ray is loaded with bonus features including an interactive motion menu and a special behind the scenes featurette and all in Full HD, the way it was meant to be seen.
SYNOPSIS: In this futuristic science fiction thriller, government security agent Jerry Hipple has been unsuccessfully tracking the city’s most infamous criminal The Red Harvest Killer. When two nomadic lovers, Katia and Gladys enter the city the death count rises and are being credited as Red Harvest killings. Obsessive compulsive Adrian, the actual Red Harvest Killer becomes furious that the sexy serial killing duo are grabbing media attention under his alias. Not only does Adrian attempt to reclaim his rightful reputation but he also decides to cleverly aid his detective counterpart through the case. All the while, killers and victims alike are unaware the world is about to reach an abrupt catastrophic ending.
Directed by Christian Jude Grillo and Starring: Carmela Hayslett, Tammy Jean, D.C. Douglas of Resident Evil, Michael Berryman of The Hills Have Eyes and Tom Atkins of Lethal Weapon.
Watch the Movie on Amazon Prime:
For More info on Apocalypse Kiss and a Complete List of Purchase Options go to:
https://sglmoviestore.com/sci-fi/apocalypse-kiss"
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Theta States and Romeo's Distress at The New Jersey Horror Con: Press Release: "On April 2nd, 2017, The New Jersey Horror Con and Film Festival will mark the Garden State Premiere of a pair of psychological thrillers from two NYC Filmmakers. First up at 6pm, is Director Manny Serrano’s (Blood Slaughter Massacre, M is for Mastectomy) nightmare-themed Theta States. Immediately following at 7:45pm is Jeff Frumess’ (M is for Muffins) love-sick feature film debut, Romeos Distress.
Starring NJ’s own Thomas Ryan (Faces, RAPT), Erin Brown (aka Misty Mundae – Masters of Horror, Strip Club Massacre) and Deana Demko (Ghosts of Angela Webb, Ironbound Vampire, Witches Blood), Theta States is about insomniac Danny (Ryan) who is prescribed an experimental audio therapy which soon causes him to suffer from wicked hallucinations and blackouts. The film features music from Philly’s own S&M Punk band GASH OFFICIAL, and NYC musician D. Catalano (aka Without You, I’m Hunting Them.)
Romeos Distress is a gothic tale of horror about James and his unrequited love for Jane (Anthony Malchar and Kimberley A. Peterson, respectively) and the sadistic response of her father Dale, played by Jeff Solomon (Long Island Serial Killer, Bastion). Is love a curse?
In a coincidence, the two films will close out NJ HorrorCons’ Film Festival for their NJ Premiere, in contrast to having been two of the opening features for their collective World Premiere in January at The Macabre Faire Film Festival. At Macabre Faire, both films were nominated for multiple awards and Romeos Distress took home Best Screenplay, while Theta States was awarded Best Sound, Soundtrack and Audience Choice for Best Feature Film.
Frumess and Serrano, as well as members of the cast and crew from both films, will be in attendance for the films, and the convention weekend.
New Jersey Horror Convention and Film Festival will be held at the Crown Plaza in Edison, NJ from March 31st through April 2nd. Created by filmmaker Ryan Scott Weber and Pop Culture guru Robert Bruce. Tickets are available now at www.newjerseyhorrorcon.com
You can find more info on Theta States at www.facebook.com/ThetaStates and Romeos Distress at www.facebook.com/RomeosDistressMovie"
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