Indie Spotlight

We're back with another edition of the Indie Spotlight, highlighting the recent independent horror news sent our way. Today's feature includes first details on Todd & The Book of Pure Evil: The End of the End, a Dark teaser trailer, an announcement for The 2014 Shriekfest International Horror/Sci Fi Film Festival lineup, a trailer for Ghost Bride, release details for Zugzwang, and more:

Animated Sequel to Todd & The Book of Pure Evil: "Having created two amazingly fun, critically-acclaimed, award-winning seasons of the television series "Todd & The Book of Pure Evil", producers Aircraft Pictures, Corvid Pictures and Frantic Films have announced a feature length animated sequel.

"Our fans rallied and we raised partial funding through an insanely successful Indiegogo campaign," stated director Craig David Wallace "giving our fans the ending they deserve - a full-length animated feature (with all new metal musical numbers) - that answers the age-old question "Gee, I wonder what happens next?"

"Being fans of the show ourselves, we jumped at the opportunity to get involved. A TV series with a hardcore following, heavy metal music with a touch of South Park and a dash of Manga for taste. What more can we ask for?" stated Raven Banner's Managing Partner, Michael Paszt.

The film is currently in production with all the original award-winning cast providing their voices - Alex House, Maggie Castle, Bill Turnbull, Melanie Leishman, Chris Leavins and Jason Mewes, among others. The animated flick is directed by Craig David Wallace (co-creator and showrunner of the live action series) with a script by Wallace and co-creator Charles Picco and original music by Shawn Pierce (Motive – ABC/CTV,The Bridge – FX).

Andrew Rosen of Aircraft Pictures and Sarah Timmins of Corvid Picrures will produce with Smiley Guy Studios (Warren United ITV/BiteTV, Odd Job Jack).

Raven Banner will exec produce and distribute theatrically in Canada with a planned release for Fall 2015. Executive Producers include Jamie Brown (Frantic Films), Anthony Leo (Aircraft Pictures) and Craig David Wallace (Corvid Pictures)."

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Shriekfest International Horror/Sci Fi Film Festival Lineup Released: "Shriekfest International Horror/Sci Fi Film Festival is thrilled to announce the full, expanded schedule for the FOURTEENTH annual horror film festival, returning to Raleigh Studios Chaplin theaters, October 2-5th, 2014.

Festival goers will once again enjoy the finest in independent cinema from around the globe, selected from submissions that came in everywhere from the United Kingdom to New York; from Texas to Portugal. From our opening night screening of Alice D, starring Kane Hodder, to the shorts from Australia, Germany, Canada, United Kingdom, and finally to the WORLD PREMIERE of House of Purgatory featuring Brian Krause! The 14th Annual Shriekfest Horror/SciFi Film Festival has worked hard to present a festival as diverse as the fans of the Los Angeles city itself.

American independent films are also well represented this year, on Friday, October 3rd – Nightmare Code, as well as Kill Game, which is screening on Saturday, October 4th. We can't leave out Zugzwang starring Joanna Cassidy, Berkshire County, Time Lapse, and Chrysalis.
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Not to mention our fabulous selection of short films. Movies like Sobrevivo, One Please starring Michael Berryman, Cannibals and Carpet Fitters, Honey starring Ed Gale, Tice, Edward the Damned, and the clever Eat the Cat challenge the viewers with provocative, well crafted original stories.

Once again Shriekfest Film Festival exceeds at challenging the idea of what a horror film festival should screen, with eclectic selections (Mack Blaster), to science fiction (The Developer), comedy (Swallow), and even the disturbing (Drudge).

All films are un-rated, and unless specifically noted no one under 17 will be admitted without a parent or guardian's accompaniment or permission."

For more information on The 2014 Shriekfest Film Festival, visit the official website at: www.shriekfest.com

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Dark (2015) Teaser Trailer Revealed: "Set in NYC during the blackout of 2003, Kate, a struggling 30-something model with a troubled past, has just moved into her girlfriend Leah's Brooklyn loft, but already doubts about their relationship have begun to loom. When Leah leaves for the weekend, Kate unexpectedly finds herself alone in the apartment in the midst of the worst blackout in North American history. As darkness falls over the city, Kate's paranoia grows and she begins to believe someone in the building is stalking her. With no one to help her and escape out of reach, Kate is forced to confront her deepest fears as she fights to survive through the night."

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Lost Time Release Details and Trailer: "Valerie (Rochelle Vallese) has been diagnosed with terminal cancer. After the diagnosis, she is driving with her sister Melissa (Jenni Blong) on a country road when the car stops and is engulfed in a blinding light. 12 hours later Val wakes up and Melissa is nowhere to be found. Months later and all sign of Valerie’s cancer is gone, but still no sign of her sister. Carter (Luke Goss), Valerie’s cop boyfriend, wants to help her but their relationship means he is pulled from the case.

Could it be an alien abduction? Valerie’s dreams and visions suggest it could be. Searching the web she finds a book about blackouts called Lost Time and meets author Dr Reed (Robert Davi), who claims to have the answers she is looking for, as he had had a similar experience. Will he be able to help Valerie or is the doctor merely an opportunistic charlatan, or does he have other motives? And will Carter find the truth before it’s too late.

A psychological sci-fi thriller with horror overtones, it doesn’t always go where you expect it to.

Lost Time opens NATIONWIDE on ALL VOD platforms Fri. Sept. 19th by Gravitas Ventures (US) Spotlight Pictures (all non-US)."

To learn more about this film, or the screening, visit: www.facebook.com/losttimemovie. To view the trailer, go to: www.youtube.com/watch?v=jZwe4XHWH_o

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Zugzwang Release Details: "Dragongate Films’ psychological thriller, Zugzwang, is experiencing good momentum this fall season. It premiered at the Action on Film International Film Festival, where it played to an enthusiastic audience and earned recognition for Best Dialog and runner-up recognition for Best Director. It was also nominated for best picture.

Zugzwang has additionally been selected to appear at this year’s Shriekfest, Los Angeles’ longest-running genre film festival. Zugzwang was one of 10 feature films selected from a pool of more than 1000 submissions for appearance in Shriekfest.

The film features several well-known actors, notably Joanna Cassidy and Béatrice Rosen. Béatrice Rosen is best recognized for her appearances in The Dark Knight and 2012. Golden Globe winner Joanna Cassidy made movie history in 1982 with her unforgettable appearance as Zora in Bladerunner, but has had a high profile career in Hollywood since, including roles as a season regular on Six Feet Under, Boston Legal, Body of Proof and other popular television shows.

Antagonist Paul Rae’s reputation as a scene-stealer has been well established with roles in Oliver Stone’s W and the Coen brothers’ True Grit. Rae’s resume additionally includes a legendary episode of Criminal Minds called To Hell and Back, and a prominent presence in Texas Chainsaw 3D."

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Ghost Bride Release Details and Trailer: "Yoson An, one of the stars of HBO Asia's new horror series "Grace”, stars in Ghost Bride out November 4!

Directed by New Zealand cult filmmaker David Blyth (Wound), Ghost Bride is a dark modern fairy tale intertwining modern cross cultural relationships and ancient Chinese superstition. Beautifully shot, the film is full of dreamlike metaphorical imagery.

Ghost Bride will be available across the US & Canada on DVD and VOD starting November 4th, 2014. DVD availability is set to include major rental and retail chains including Family Video, Amazon, and many more. On the digital side the film will be available on all major and minor Cable/Satellite VOD channels as well as major internet platforms including iTunes, Amazon Instant, Vudu, Google Play, Xbox Video and more."

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Creeping Crawling DVD and VOD Release Date Announced: "You live with them, you feed them, you fear them. Creeping Crawling is an anthology featuring three tales of terror centered around things that go slither in the night. Doug and Allison have a paper due and they're hoping an eccentric entomologist will be the lynch pin to a passing grade.

They get more than they bargained for when Dr. Tarkovsky tells them the story of GRUBBERY and the lengths supermodel Denver will go to in order to keep her figure. Denver's best friend Ginger introduces her to age old dieting wisdom as her boyfriend Rick witnesses her eaten away by her own vanity.

RID introduces Dori, a beautiful young girl who desperately needs money and poses as a nurse hired to take care of a comatose patient. While staying in the Gothic mansion, she begins to unravel as something feasts upon her while she sleeps.

Dr. Tarkovsky's final cautionary tale centers around Bailey. In BUGGER, the lonely man navigates love online. He can't seem to find a woman who shares his six legged obsessions. A co-worker has her doubts about his motives, as a serial killer is at large.

Creeping Crawling is the work of writer/director Jon Russell Cring's Cinema Rebellion along with writers Joshua Owens and Tracy Nichole Cring. The film features three creepy crawly tales starring exotic insects, arachnids, parasites, and reptiles -- Oh, and scream queen Raine Brown (Torture Chamber, Deer Crossing), America's Next Top Model contestant Laura Lafrate, Anna Shields (Little Bi Peep), and more, as well as music by Super 400, Bear Campo, and Absolute Zero.

On October 7th, Brain Damage Films will release Creeping Crawling, an entomophobia-inducing horror anthology featuring three tales sure to make viewers bug out. DVD availability is set to include many retailers and websites including Amazon, as well as rental chains including Family Video. VOD availability will include all major and minor cable/satellite operators and internet platforms."

For more information, or to watch the trailer, go to the film's Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/pages/Creeping-Crawling/257652957611863

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Hellevator Teaser Trailer Released: "It's hell getting old."

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Ghost Stalkers Premiere Details: "Paranormal expert John E.L. Tenney and actor Chad Lindberg debut their new series “Ghost Stalkers” at Scarefest this Friday-Sunday. Ghost Stalkers premieres Sunday, October 19 at 10/9c on Destination America.

Look for John and Chad signing autographs at the Ghost Stalkers booth all weekend, and join them Saturday afternoon for an exclusive screening of the premiere episode followed by a Q&A to learn more about the show!

Where:
Lexington Convention Center, Lexington, KY

When:

Black Carpet Entrance
Friday, September 12
3-4pm

Screening and Q&A:
Saturday, September 13
3:45-4:45pm

Autograph Signing:
Friday, September 12 – Sunday, September 14
During all open-floor hours

Near-death experiences may be the closest we ever come to knowing what exists on the “other side.” Could the proverbial white light actually be a gateway – a portal – to the spirit world? In an all-new series produced exclusively for Destination America by Ghost Adventures’ Nick Groff, two men who crossed over investigate the afterlife they encountered for a brief, eye-opening moment. Chad Lindberg nearly died at seven-years old and has since possessed a sensitivity to paranormal activity. John E.L. Tenney was brought back from the dead at age 17 and has dedicated his career to learning more about what’s beyond the white light. Now they seek the answer to what happens after you die in America’s most haunted places."

To learn more about Ghost Stalkers on Destination America, or at Scarefest, go to: www.scarefest.com