We're back with another edition of Horror Highlights! In today's installment, we have details on the new series Killer Camp, word of Quibi and Blumhouse teaming up for a murder mystery, the trailer for Benny Loves You, word on Untitled Horror Movie wrapping principle photography, and details on The Mourning:
KILLER CAMP: "In The CW’s new series KILLER CAMP, 11 British strangers are shocked to discover they are not going on a fun new reality show called “Summer Camp’” but actually participating in a horror whodunnit called “Killer Camp.” Each night someone will be ‘murdered’ – and they must determine who the secret murderer is amongst them.
The object of the game is to earn cash while avoiding being killed and therefore eliminated from the game. The murderer will bump off their fellow campers in ever more extreme, hilarious and inventive ways; it’s the job of the innocents to work out who is responsible before it’s too late...The killer will eliminate an innocent every night, assisted by the evil camp handyman “Bruce,” who actually executes the bloody hilarious death scenes. Comedian Bobby Mair takes on presenting duties as Camp Counselor.
Hosted by comedian Bobby Mair and executive produced by Steph Harris, KILLER CAMP is from Tuesday’s Child and originally aired on ITV2."
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Quibi and Blumhouse Television Developing NINE BODIES IN A MEXICAN MORGUE: "Today Quibi announced ‘NINE BODIES IN A MEXICAN MORGUE* (working title),’ a new scripted series produced by Blumhouse Television. Anthony Horowitz (Midsomer Murders, Foyle’s War), the best-selling author of the “Alex Rider” teen spy series and well-known writer for British film and television, serves as series Creator/Showrunner and Executive Producer.
When a small plane crashes into the Mexican jungle, nine complete strangers find themselves lost and alone in 500 square miles of rainforest. One by one, they’re targeted and they know that the murderer has to be among them. But who is it? And why do they have to die?
Jason Blum, Jeremy Gold and Marci Wiseman will executive produce from Blumhouse Television.
‘NINE BODIES’ is the third series produced by Blumhouse Television for Quibi. The independent TV studio is in development on drama series “Wolves and Villagers” and will premiere alternative series “Ten Weeks” later this year.
Horowitz is repped by United Agents and Nelson Davis.
Quibi is now available. Enjoy 14 days free. Sign up at www.Quibi.com for this offer. Free trial not available in Quebec."
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BENNY LOVES YOU: "“After the accidental death of his parents, Jack must sell his family home and start a new life. But when he throws out his beloved childhood toy, Benny. It's a move that can only end in death.” Written and Directed by Karl Holt, Benny Loves You will have its UK Premiere at Frightfest this year. Raven Banner have acquired worldwide rights and are handling sales at the ongoing Cannes virtual market."
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UNTITLED HORROR MOVIE Completes Principal Photography: "Comedy-horror film UNTITLED HORROR MOVIE has completed principal photography during lockdown with the entire writing, pre-production, and filming process taking place remotely amid the challenges of the global COVID-19 pandemic. The film is directed and co-written by Nick Simon, best known for the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival pick, THE GIRL IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, and Fox’s THE PYRAMID. Luke Baines (SHADOWHUNTERS, UNDER THE SILVER LAKE) also penned and stars in the project. The film comes from Sundance and SXSW Grand Jury Award-winning producer Bronwyn Cornelius (CLEMENCY, NEVER HERE) and Marina Stabile (CLEMENCY, BEATRIZ AT DINNER). The project is a tongue-in-cheek satirical take on acting, celebrity, Gen Z, filmmaking, and horror.
The film stars an impressive lineup of young talent from around the country including Claire Holt (47 METERS DOWN, THE VAMPIRE DIARIES), Darren Barnet (NEVER HAVE I EVER, AGENTS OF S.H.I.E.L.D, AMERICAN PIE), Emmy Raver-Lampman (THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY, Original Broadway Cast of HAMILTON), Katherine McNamara (ARROW, THE STAND, SHADOWHUNTERS), Luke Baines, and Timothy Granaderos (13 REASONS WHY). The supporting cast includes Kal Penn (HAROLD & KUMAR, DESIGNATED SURVIVOR, SUNNYSIDE), Kevin Daniels (SIRENS, LADDER 49), and newcomer Sohm Kapila (911, NEVER HAVE I EVER).
With their hit TV show on the brink of cancellation, six actors decide to film their own horror movie. In their search for a plot, they unintentionally summon a spirit with an affinity for violence, who starts picking them off... one vapid actor at a time.
Set on computer screens and found footage style content, UNTITLED HORROR MOVIE explores the behind-the-scenes lives of moderately famous actors who will do anything to save their careers and keep “sharing their craft with the world.”
Director Nick Simon, who was mentored by master of satirical horror Wes Craven, said “I've always believed that film should be a collaborative art form, and I don't think there's a truer example than with this picture. The actors did everything from lighting themselves -- guided by our incredible DP, Kevin Duggin -- to recording their own sound and doing their own hair and makeup. As crazy as that could have been, it was easily one of the most enjoyable experiences in my professional life. It was one of those once in a lifetime moments when everything aligns at the exact right time." Simon is also currently working on a choose-your-own-adventure-style horror film with Steven Spielberg‘s Amblin Partners.
Writer and actor Luke Baines adds, "There’s a joke in the film that says: ‘The only people who say there’s creative freedom from making their own stuff are the ones who can't get a studio to finance their movie.’ I want to publicly contradict myself and say I’ve never had more fun or felt this amount of space to take risks and make mistakes, although I do wholeheartedly miss having a full crew. I think I speak for the rest of the actors when I say we’ve never had more respect for each and every department."
"Like the rest of the cast and crew, I was eager to find ways to keep our industry and creativity alive in the midst of the pandemic,” said producer Bronwyn Cornelius. “It was inspiring to work with an amazingly innovative team. We hope this project and the approach sparks optimism and illustrates that even amidst the challenges the entertainment industry is facing, creativity will not be stopped, and that there is always a way to move forward.”
Commenting on the production, producer Marina Stabile said, "With cast and crew spread across four different states and three time zones, the nature of the film allowed us to work with the best team we could have asked for and made this such a unique experience.”
Randy Sinquefield’s Spectrum Studios financed the picture. Post-production is anticipated to wrap by early September, and the film is currently in the acquisition process. CAA Media Finance represents the film’s worldwide distribution rights."
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THE MOURNING Releases on Tubi TV: "Odyssey Motion Pictures Releases “The Mourning” Drama/Mystery/Sci-fi/Romance on Tubi TV.
Drama/Mystery/Sci-fi/Romance
Directed by Marc Clebanoff (Stripped), The Mourning stars Michael Rene Walton (20 Ft Below: The Darkness Descending), Louis Mandylor (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), Dominique Swain (Lolita), Sally McDonald (Crushed), Larry Hankin (Home Alone), Peter Dobson (Frighteners), Kinga Phillips (6 Ways to Sundown), Brooke Lewis Bellas (Sinatra Club), Frank Krueger (No Clean Break) and Bob Spillman (White Mule).
Produced by Marc Clebanoff, Michael Rene Walton and Pepe Lobo. Co-producers Nadeem Soumah, Anoop Rangi and Brooke Lewis Bellas. Cinematography by Nadeem Soumah. Written by Marc Clebanoff and Michael Rene Walton.
Synopsis:
Aaron returns to his small Middle America hometown, inexplicably, not having aged a day since his mysterious disappearance in Desert Storm 20 years prior. Initially unable to speak, Aaron must come to terms with the losses and evolution of his loved ones in his absence. Concurrently, Aaron’s loved ones must come to terms with the reappearance of the boy who they grieved over and let go years prior. As Aaron begins to assimilate himself back into the lives of his family, his best friend and his long lost lover, it is slowly revealed that Aaron’s homecoming is not permanent. A conspiracy theorist and a mysterious angelic figure, both stalking Aaron, build toward a finale in which Aaron must tie up loose ends before disappearing again forever."
Watch now on Tubi TV streaming:
https://tubitv.com/movies/532480/the_mourning
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