ANGEL MELANSON JOINS AMC GLOBAL MEDIA AS DIRECTOR OF PROGRAMMING FOR SHUDDER: "AMC Global Media Inc. announced today that Angel Melanson has joined the company as Director of Programming for Shudder, the company's premium streaming service dedicated to genre-defining horror storytelling. In this role, Melanson will help drive Shudder’s content strategy and programming and working cross-functionally to deliver compelling experiences for the service's passionate and engaged horror fan community. Based in Los Angeles, California, Melanson reports to Courtney Thomasma, the company’s Executive Vice President of Linear and Streaming Products.
"Angel is one of the most respected and well-connected voices in the horror community, with a deep understanding of the genre, its creators and fans," said Thomasma. "Her passion, editorial instincts and unique perspective will be critical as we continue to grow Shudder and strengthen its position as the premier destination for horror fans around the world."
Melanson joins AMC Global Media from FANGORIA, where she served as Digital Editor of FANGORIA.com for more than five years, overseeing editorial strategy and daily content operations for one of horror's most iconic brands. A respected voice within the horror community, she has interviewed leading filmmakers and talent, moderated industry panels and hosted fan-focused events. Melanson is also the founder of Horror Girl Problems, a horror-focused media platform and podcast, and has previously appeared in Shudder's documentary series QUEER FOR FEAR and INTO THE DARKNESS: PART III, reflecting her longstanding connection to the brand and its audience.
Earlier in her career, Melanson held content, production and editorial roles across digital media and entertainment. She has also worked as a freelance journalist, photographer and video producer, building a multifaceted career at the intersection of storytelling, fandom and digital media.
Melanson arrives at Shudder as the service gears up for its annual “Season of Screams” programming event,
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V/H/S/MIXTAPE Poster Released: "V/H/S/MIXTAPE cranks the franchise's signature found-footage horror up to eleven with an electrifying new anthology where music and sound become the source of terror. United by a theme that explores the power of music, rhythm, and audio to haunt, possess, transform, and destroy, the film blends cosmic horror, psychological suspense, outrageous splatter, and groundbreaking practical effects into one unforgettable mixtape of nightmares.
Featuring all-new segments from legendary filmmaker Ernest Dickerson, hip-hop icon RZA, visionary director David Moreau, and acclaimed filmmaker Renee Zhan, the latest installment pushes the boundaries of found footage with four wildly original stories that each put a unique spin on the terrifying relationship between sound and fear."
DANCE, DANCE, DANCE, DANCE
Directed by Renee Zhan
A studio attempts to reboot a long-cancelled puppet show with a mysterious past. Featuring work from Jim Henson's Creature Shop.
HEARTBEAT
Directed by David Moreau
A pair of YouTube urbex influencers find themselves trapped in a decommissioned military facility used for sonic experimentations.
THE MUSIC OF MR. SZE
Directed by Ernest Dickerson
A college film student's documentary project uncovers the reclusive life of a tormented musician.
DEATH TONE
Directed by RZA
A young sound engineer follows her late Dad's instructions to create the ultimate track.
Wrap Segment
GWAR hosts skits and music videos in an MTV-style show from hell.
Featuring music videos directed by Tobias Forge and Flying Lotus.
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THE CAT AND THE HATCHET: "THE CAT AND THE HATCHET is a twisted horror parody of The Cat in the Hat. The film follows two siblings, Ellie and Connor, whose boring day takes a terrifying turn when Scratches the Cat shows up at their house. What begins as a strange and unexpected visit quickly becomes a nightmare as Scratches reveals a twisted sense of humor that is far more sinister than anything Ellie and Connor could have imagined.
The Cat and the Hatchet is produced by Kaleb Carmichael and Mark Ricci and directed by Cameron Dodd, with production from Six Side Studios and Prime Capitol. Prime Capitol recently released the horror short SIMON SAYS, which is currently available on Tubi."
After more than a decade as a consultant in the entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who passionately explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.
Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He is also consulted with as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, film festivals, and conventions.
After more than a decade as a consultant in the entertainment industry, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who passionately explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.
Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He is also consulted with as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, film festivals, and conventions.
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