Master of Horror Cullen Bunn Launches ‘The Cullenoscopy’ Video Podcast: "New York Times bestselling comic book, novel, and short story author Cullen Bunn launched a brand-new video podcast series, ‘The Cullenoscopy,’ today on YouTube.
Appropriately launching on Friday the 13th, the series promises a “a Deep Exploration of Horror” with every episode diving into a specific horror topic or subgenre. Hosted by Bunn, ‘The Cullenoscopy’ promises “This Won’t Hurt a Bit” as one of the most prolific and successful modern writers of horror digs deep into topics including horror in comics, vampire horror, cosmic horror, and much, much more. Each episode, Bunn will be joined by a special guest co-host (or co-hosts!) for whimsical, fun-filled conversations between friends and you are invited to join!
The inaugural episode, which debuted today, features an introduction to the series along with an exploration of horror in comics with special guest Rebekah McKendry. McKendry is an award- winning director, writer, podcaster, and journalist best known for her horror features, Elevator Game and Glorious. McKendry began her career at Fangoria Entertainment before going on to Blumhouse Productions, where she was Editor-in-Chief. In addition to being a professor at USC, she is the writer of the comic series, Barstow, from Dark Horse and the upcoming graphic novel series, Pretty Evil, from Simon & Schuster. She currently hosts Fangoria’s ‘Colors of the Dark’ podcast which reaches over a quarter million listeners each month. Future episodes of ‘The Cullenoscopy’ will release every two weeks on Tuesdays on YouTube beginning June 24th, 2025 and include guest co-hosts John Avina, Dennis Hopeless, and Kyle Strahm.
“As the world’s most creative and horrific mind,” Bunn said sardonically, “I feel it is my responsibility to share everything I know. And I’ll be joined by some terrific friends and horror experts. This podcast will embrace the fun and love of the genre, never taking itself too seriously while being informative and entertaining.”
Cullen Bunn is one of the most prolific and successful horror writers working today with award nominations that include an Eisner Award, a Bram Stoker Award, a GLAAD Media Award, and a Harvey Award. His creator-owned series include The Sixth Gun, Harrow County, Bone Parish, The Damned, Basilisk, and The Empty Man, which was adapted into a critically acclaimed feature film by David Prior. He has also written memorable runs on franchises including Deadpool, X-Men, Green Lantern, Venom, Godzilla, and many more. His first horror novel, Bones of Our Stars, Blood of Our World, will be released by Gallery Books in November 2025.
‘The Cullenoscopy’ is hosted by Cullen Bunn and produced by Bunn, Bre Sarpy, and Ignition Press. The show is edited by Robin Muir. For more information on ‘The Cullenoscopy,’ visit https://www.youtube.com/@
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WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE DEBUTS BRAND NEW HALLOWEEN EXPERIENCE: FESTIVAL FRIGHT NIGHTS: "Today, Winchester Mystery House announced its new Halloween event, Festival Fright Nights at Winchester Mystery House, in partnership with Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group. This event will activate the entire property like never before, giving Halloween fans a completely new experience from the moment they step onto the legendary grounds.
It’s Halloween night, 1924. Two years have passed since the death of the enigmatic Sarah Winchester. Her labyrinthine estate, Llanada Villa, has sat silent, its secrets buried beneath layers of dust. But now, under new ownership, the mansion’s doors are set to reopen. The mysterious host, a charming out-of-towner with a flair for the theatrical, invites the public to a grand 1920s Halloween Masquerade Ball, promising a night of costumes, glamour, music, and revelations... He claims to have opened a spiritual portal, a window into the past that will finally reveal why Sarah Winchester built her endless house of secrets. But the house remembers. Has he uncovered a truth long buried, or invited something unspeakable into our world?
“It’s incredibly exciting to have the opportunity to produce an event on such historic grounds,” says Brett Bertolino, Thirteenth Floor’s Director of Special Projects, “The lore of this property has given us so much to work with, and we look forward not only to creating a memorable experience for attendees this fall, but also to creating San Jose’s newest Halloween tradition.” This event will debut three main haunted attractions, theatrical experiences, themed food and beverage offerings, and more. New paths and access to never-before-used spaces will create an unforgettable evening of immersive entertainment. Running select nights from September 26 through November 1st, Festival Fright Nights at Winchester Mystery House is anticipated to become the premier Halloween destination in the South Bay.
To be the first to know about event information, early access to tickets, and more, visit www.festivalfrightnights.com. Festival Fright Nights at Winchester Mystery House is located at 525 S. Winchester Blvd., San Jose, CA 95128."
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IN2U: A Sinister New Horror Short Dives Into the Dark Side of Desire and Technology: "Prepare to be unnerved. IN2U, a new horror short film from award-winning Latina director Adrienne Acevedo Lovette, is turning heads and churning stomachs as it explores the terrifying intersections of loneliness, desire, and digital connection. Written by award-winning writer John A. Rice, IN2U tells a chilling story that feels otherworldly and uncomfortably close to home.
Set in the eerie glow of cam sites and dating apps, IN2U follows Cam, a charismatic yet emotionally isolated adult content creator, whose longing for validation leads him into a nightmarish encounter with a shapeshifting entity hiding behind a seductive online persona. When Cam lets his guard down and shares his address with the mysterious “In2U,” the horror becomes not just virtual, but flesh and blood.
With a haunting visual style and grounded performances, IN2U taps into the deeply human fear of being truly seen—and consumed—by forces beyond our control.
It will be making its West Coast premiere at the famous DANCES WITH FILMS festival in Los Angeles, CA. Screening at the historical TCL Chinese Theatre, Midnight Series Blck 2 at 11:45 pm on Saturday, June 28th. Q & A to follow.
“We wanted to explore how vulnerability can become a gateway for horror,” says Rice.
“There’s something terrifying about being emotionally naked in a world that thrives on surface-level connection,” says Lovette.
Starring:
The Creative Team:
What Makes IN2U Different?
IN2U merges psychological horror with body horror in a short, visceral package designed to haunt audiences long after the final frame. The film is a timely commentary on online performance culture, the hunger for human connection, and the predators—both digital and supernatural—that feed on that hunger. "
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ZOMBIE COP Preview: "Police officer Joe Mundy is a driven man. When he's infected with the zombie virus while searching for a missing man, he realizes his days as a human, possessing all of his mental and physical faculties, are numbered. And when that case connects to the mystery of how the zombie plague started, it becomes that much more important to wrap it up while he still can. The clock is ticking, Joe is losing touch with what makes him human... and the braineaters are on the prowl! Terrifying and tender, humorous and horrific, Zombie Cop is a full-length original graphic novel by award-winning author and write Jeff Mariotte, fully painted by artist Szymon Kudranski."
To read the 100-page graphic novel now, visit: https://globalcomix.com/a/monster-forge
After spending more than 10 years as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his interest in horror and sci-fi. Since then, it has grown into an online magazine with a staff of writers that provide daily news, reviews, interviews, and special features.
As the Editor-in-Chief of Daily Dead, Jonathan is responsible for bringing the latest horror news to millions of readers from around the world. He is also consulted with as an expert on zombies in entertainment and pop culture, providing analyses of the zombie sub-genre to newspapers, radio stations, and convention attendees.
After spending more than 10 years as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his interest in horror and sci-fi. Since then, it has grown into an online magazine with a staff of writers that provide daily news, reviews, interviews, and special features.
As the Editor-in-Chief of Daily Dead, Jonathan is responsible for bringing the latest horror news to millions of readers from around the world. He is also consulted with as an expert on zombies in entertainment and pop culture, providing analyses of the zombie sub-genre to newspapers, radio stations, and convention attendees.
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