Welcome back for Day 12—THE FINAL DAY!—of Daily Dead’s fourth annual Holiday Gift Guide, readers! Once again, our goal is to help you navigate through the horrors of the 2016 shopping season with our tips on unique gift ideas, and we’ll hopefully help you save a few bucks over the next few weeks, too. For our final Gift Guide of the year, we’re putting the spotlight on some upcoming horror Blu-ray releases, Star Wars gifts for kids, shirts from NeatoShop, an assortment of enamel pins and horror toys, and more!
This year’s Holiday Gift Guide is sponsored by several amazing companies, including Mondo, Anchor Bay Entertainment, DC Entertainment, and Magnolia Home Entertainment, who have all donated an assortment of goodies to help get you into the spirit of the season. Daily Dead also recently teamed up with Texas-based artist Dustin Pace of Duddy in Motion to create an awesome Stranger Things print (see below) that all of our giveaway winners will receive in our amazing prize packs that include movies, graphic novels, and much more. One lucky winner will also receive the limited edition box set of The Walking Dead Season 6!
For a chance to win one of our 2016 Holiday Gift Guide prize packs, send an email to contest@dailydead.com with “Holiday Gift Guide” in the subject line, and be sure to include your full name and mailing address as well.
And since this is our last day, I just want to take a moment and thank all of our sponsors, as well as our awesome readers, for making this year’s Gift Guide such a rousing success!
Blu-rays & DVDs:
Hellraiser: The Scarlet Box Limited Edition Trilogy (Arrow Video, Blu-ray) – Comes out on 12/13
These terrifying and original films boast brand new 2k restorations along with hours of archival content and newly produced extras including audio commentaries and interviews with Clive Barker, Doug Bradley and Sean Chapman in his first interview on the Hellraiser films in decades.
The 4-disc set will also include the newly edited version of Leviathan, the definitive documentary on Hellraiser and Hellbound: Hellraiser 2. A new documentary, Hellraiser: Evolutions, will also be included and will look at the evolution of the hit horror franchise and its enduring legacy.
These features will sit amongst a host of rarities and never-before-seen footage from the movies including the legendary 'Surgeon' scene from Hellbound: Hellraiser 2, the subject of fierce debate amongst fans for many years, now finally unearthed for its home video debut.
This limited edition Blu-ray comes with an exclusive illustrated 200-page hardback book featuring new writing from Clive Barker archivists Phil and Sarah Stokes and a 20-page booklet featuring never-before-seen original Hellraiser concept art. The limited edition packaging is adorned with incredible new artwork from Gilles Vranckx alongside a set of 5 exclusive art cards and a fold-out reversible poster.
Black Christmas: Collector’s Edition (Scream Factory, Blu-ray) – Comes out on 12/13
If this movie doesn’t make your skin crawl…it’s on too tight!
The college town of Bedford is receiving an unwelcome guest this Christmas. As the residents of sorority house Pi Kappa Sig prepare for the festive season, a stranger begins to stalk the house.
A series of obscene phone calls start to plague the residents of the sorority and it becomes clear that a psychopath is homing in on the sisters with dubious intentions. And though the police try to trace the calls, they discover that nothing is as it seems during this Black Christmas.
Directed by Bob Clark (A Christmas Story, Porky’s) and starring a fantastic cast that includes Margot Kidder (Superman), Olivia Hussey (Romeo & Juliet), John Saxon (A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Keir Dullea (2001: A Space Odyssey), Black Christmas finally comes to Blu-ray in a definitive presentation of the holiday horror classic.
Creepshow 2: Limited Edition (Arrow Video, Blu-ray) – Comes out on 12/13
WHEN THE CURTAIN GOES UP THE TERROR BEGINS
Horror titans George A. Romero and Stephen King deliver yet another fiendish selection of blood-curdling tales in Creepshow 2 - now newly remastered in 2K!
In "Old Chief Wood'nhead", a group of young hoodlums face retribution from an unlikely source after looting a local hardware store. Meanwhile, "The Raft" sees a group of horny teens wishing they'd read the warning signs first before taking a dip in a remote lake. Finally, an uptight businesswoman finds herself with some unwanted company following a hit-and-run incident in "The Hitch-hiker".
Whilst retaining the EC comic book flavour that made the original such a hit, Creepshow 2, this time directed by long-time Romero collaborator Michael Gornick, is a decidedly darker and grimmer affair than its predecessor and remains one of the greatest horror anthologies of all time.
Books:
The Scarlet Gospels takes readers back many years to the early days of two of Barker's most iconic characters in a battle of good and evil as old as time: The long-beleaguered detective Harry D'Amour, investigator of all supernatural, magical, and malevolent crimes faces off against his formidable, and intensely evil rival, Pinhead, the priest of hell. Barker devotees have been waiting for The Scarlet Gospels with bated breath for years, and it's everything they've begged for and more. Bloody, terrifying, and brilliantly complex, fans and newcomers alike will not be disappointed by the epic, visionary tale that is The Scarlet Gospels. Barker's horror will make your worst nightmares seem like bedtime stories. The Gospels are coming. Are you ready?
World of Warcraft: The Official Cookbook
Prepare a feast fit for a warchief with World of Warcraft: The Official Cookbook, a delicious compendium of recipes inspired by the hit online game from Blizzard Entertainment.
Prepare a feast fit for a warchief with World of Warcraft: The Official Cookbook, a compendium of sweet and savory recipes inspired by the hit game from Blizzard Entertainment. Presenting delicacies favored by the Horde and the Alliance alike, this authorized cookbook teaches apprentice chefs how to conjure up a menu of food and drink from across the realm of Azeroth.
Featuring food pairings for each dish, ideas for creating your own Azerothian feasts, and tips on adapting meals to specific diets, this otherworldly culinary guide offers something for everyone. The aromatic Spiced Blossom Soup is perfect for plant-loving druids, and orcs will go berserk for the fall-off-the-bone Beer-Basted Boar Ribs. With alternatives to the more obscure ingredients—just in case you don’t have Chimaerok Chops lying around—this comprehensive cookbook will ensure that you have no trouble staying Well Fed.
From id Software, the studio that pioneered the first-person shooter genre and coined the multiplayer term Deathmatch, comes a massive art tome from the highly anticipated next installment of DOOM!
From the massive UAC facilities on Mars to the depths of hell, uncover never-before-seen sketches and concept art from DOOM. The book also features an exclusive look at the development of the relentless demons of hell, devastating, over-the-top weapons, as well as the iconic DOOM marine-- all accompanied by commentary from the developers themselves. The Art of DOOM is indispensible for fans of video games, visceral first-person shooter combat, and pulse-pounding action!
This is the companion Art book for DOOM, the latest installment of the Doom franchise, set for release May 13th 2016.
Artwork:
Today’s artwork comes from one of our sponsors, Duddy in Motion, as I thought it would be a fun way to close out this year’s Gift Guide. I’ve been following DiM on social for a while, which is why I had artist Dustin Pace create something special for all of this year’s giveaway winners. If you want to see more of his work, check out this recent art he created to celebrate The Exorcist television series, his Sleepaway Camp III print, or you can even purchase the Joyce from Stranger Things print, too, directly from DiM.
Vinyl Pick of the Day:
Dead Ringers - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack LP (Mondo)
Mondo as part of their on-going collaboration with Howe Records, are proud to present the next in their Howard Shore / David Cronenberg series: Dead Ringers.
Based on the novel Twins by Bari Wood and Jack Geasland, Dead Ringers tells the story of identical twin gynecologists—suave Elliot and sensitive Beverly, bipolar sides of one personality—who share the same practice, the same apartment, and the same women. It is a chilling tale, but a high-water mark for the shared filmography of Cronenberg and Shore.
Shore's score creates a beautiful yet mysterious atmosphere. However, Shore uses the beauty of a string orchestra to represent the sinister. Howard Shore has said that “the music in Dead Ringers works all around the edges. It’s all about subtext.” Shore won the Genie Award for the Dead Ringers score.
We are thrilled to be highlighting Dead Ringers on vinyl for the first time, and featuring original artwork by Randy Ortiz. Pressed on 180 Gram Red Vinyl.
Apparel:
Today’s featured apparel comes from NeatoShop, where you can pick up this badass Ugly Slasher sweater, or even this fun shirt that features The Tall Man from Phantasm. And for those of you who like to add a little bit of whimsy to your horror clothes, check out this shirt that celebrates The Thing by way of Dr. Seuss.
Enamel Pins:
For our last day of Enamel Pins, we’re once again visiting several Etsy shops to show off some of their killer goods. Nightmare on Elm Street fans should definitely dig this Sweet Dreams Freddy pin from Rhia Gypsy Vintage Pins, and anyone who grew up in the ’80s will want to add this Thriller-inspired pin from Babelike Press to their collection. If you’re a Jerry Dandrige lover, you’ll absolutely want to check out this Fright Night bat pin from Woe & Shucks, and for those looking for a festive stocking stuffer, this Gizmo Claus pin by Yesterdays Co. is certain to fit the bill.
Collectibles:
Today’s collectibles come from the folks over at Amok Time, who feature tons of cult film-inspired toys, figures, and everything in-between. If you’re looking for some toy-related gift ideas, check out the Monstarz Re-Animator 3.75" scale retro action figure or this Monstarz Critters Space Crite Version 2 Collector's vinyl figure. And if you’ve got a zombie fan on your shopping list this holiday season, this Zombie Building Block Figure Set would make for a fun gift.
Kids' Korner:
Take a journey into a galaxy far, far away, as you explore the Star Wars galaxy like never before! Project the Star Wars galaxy on your walls and then project Earth's night sky. Watch as your darkened room is transformed into an amazing planetarium.
Galactic Heroes: Star Wars Millennium Falcon and Figures
Adventure awaits in a galaxy far, far away with the Galactic Heroes of Star Wars! Young Jedi can have big fun pretending to battle the Empire with the help of the Millennium Falcons crew Han Solo, Chewbacca, and R2-D2. Features include a push-activated blaster cannon, sensor dish, and ladder!
Get ready for Star Wars-style fun with this Mr. Potato Head Spudtrooper figure! Just like the Stormtroopers in a galaxy far, far away, this Spudtrooper figure is outfitted for the Spud Side with 8 character-based costume pieces, from iconic helmet to Empire-regulation boots. With 5 additional classic pieces included, this Spudtrooper is ready for fantastic intergalactic action!
For over 100 years, Thermos has created unique products fueled by hotter, cooler and fresher thinking. This commitment continues with an expanding range of innovative, fashionable lunch kits that get your child's healthy lunch to school and back in style. Features working lights and R2D2 sounds.
Etsy Spotlight:
For today’s final Etsy Spotlight, we’re featuring a myriad of horror-inspired wares from various online shops. First up are these hand-painted ornaments featuring some familiar faces from V. Lees Oddities. Then, for those of you who want to bring the Springwood Slasher with you whenever you’re out and about, check out this Freddy Krueger hand-sculpted keychain from Mr. Zombie’s Workshop. And for all you Hellraiser fans out there, you can either don this Lament Configuration ring by Freak Treasures, or bring the tantalizing boxes to your Christmas tree with this Ornament Set from The Horror Corner.
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Heather A. Wixson was born and raised in the Chicago suburbs, until she followed her dreams and moved to Los Angeles in 2009. A 14-year veteran in the world of horror entertainment journalism, Wixson fell in love with genre films at a very early age, and has spent more than a decade as a writer and supporter of preserving the history of horror and science fiction cinema. Throughout her career, Wixson has contributed to several notable websites, including Fangoria, Dread Central, Terror Tube, and FEARnet, and she currently serves as the Managing Editor for Daily Dead, which has been her home since 2013. She's also written for both Fangoria Magazine & ReMind Magazine, and her latest book project, Monsters, Makeup & Effects: Volume One will be released on October 20, 2021.
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