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‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ Wraps Production!!

Production has officially wrapped on The Haunting of Bly Manor, Mike Flanagan‘s follow-up to his ghastly Netflix hit The Haunting of Hill House. Flanagan noted the end of production by thanking “the filmmakers who came on board to make this season their own.” That’s notable in itself after Flanagan took on directing duties for all ten episodes of Hill House. The result was undeniable, but … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ Wraps Production!!

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‘Midnight Mass’: Mike Flanagan’s Next Netflix Series Rounds Up Cast!!

More news from the Mike Flanagan corner of the entertainment-verse! The main cast for Midnight Mass, Flanagan’s forthcoming Netflix horror series which has long been teased in his previous projects, has finally been set. On Wednesday, Netflix announced a whole bunch of actors who will be joining Flanagan on Midnight Mass. Among the most eye-catching names were past Flanagan collaborators Kate Siegel, Henry Thomas, and Annabeth Gish, all of whom … Continue reading ‘Midnight Mass’: Mike Flanagan’s Next Netflix Series Rounds Up Cast!!

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‘Stargirl’ First Trailer Introduces the New DC-CW Heroine!! Check It Out!!

Stargirl looks good. As I watched the trailer for the new CW Greg Berlanti-produced DC superhero drama, I couldn’t stop marveling (no pun intended) at its strong visual grammar, its handsome cinematography, its damn color correction! The thing feels like a movie, you know? This is not to denigrate any of Berlanti’s influential, acclaimed work on the current CW-DC-Arrow universe (which includes Supergirl, The Flash, Batwoman, and … Continue reading ‘Stargirl’ First Trailer Introduces the New DC-CW Heroine!! Check It Out!!

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‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ Sequel Debuts as a Christmas Commercial!! Check It Out!!

I’ll tell you what I did not expect to see on Thanksgiving is a four-minute sequel to Stephen Spielberg‘s E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial starring the original Elliott, Henry Thomas. I definitely did not expect it to also be an Xfinity commercial, which means I for sure didn’t expect it to still be…kind of great? Titled “A Holiday Reunion”, the short film sees E.T. return to Earth to … Continue reading ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ Sequel Debuts as a Christmas Commercial!! Check It Out!!

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‘Stargirl’: DC Universe Series will also air on The CW!!!

The superhero series “Stargirl” will appear on the fan-centric streaming service DC Universe and air on the CW television network, a person with direct knowledge of the matter told Business Insider. The CW is the home of other DC superhero shows like “Arrow,” “The Flash,” “Supergirl,” “Batwoman,” and “Legends of Tomorrow.” Those shows are crossing over in an upcoming television event called “Crisis on Infinite … Continue reading ‘Stargirl’: DC Universe Series will also air on The CW!!!

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‘Stargirl’: DC Universe Series Rumored to Move To The CW!!

One of DC Universe’s upcoming original series could be in line for a shakeup. According to insider Jeff Sneider at Collider, Stargirl could be moving from the streaming service to The CW Network. The scooper took to Twitter to drop the bombshell, revealing that the Brec Bassinger-led series would need to alter its episodes to fit network standards. “RUMOR: The DC series STARGIRL is heading … Continue reading ‘Stargirl’: DC Universe Series Rumored to Move To The CW!!

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‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ Announce More Cast!!

This has been a big week for The Haunting of Bly Manor casting announcements as the show’s creator, director, and writer Mike Flanagan fired off a series of tweets with some big news on which cast alums are back and which new faces will be popping up. Previous to this week’s casting news frenzy, The Haunting of Hill House alums Victoria Pedretti and Oliver Jackson-Cohen were confirmed as returns for … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’ Announce More Cast!!

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‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’: Henry Thomas Also Returns to Cast!!

Henry Thomas (E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial) is set to star in The Haunting of Bly Manor, the second season of Netflix’s horror anthology series. Thomas previously starred in The Haunting of Hill House and is the third cast member from that series to return for this second season, albeit as a different character. The Haunting of Bly Manor is based upon Henry James’ classic gothic horror novella The Turn of … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Bly Manor’: Henry Thomas Also Returns to Cast!!

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‘The Haunting of Hill House’ Extended Director’s Cut Coming to Blu-ray!!

In a rare move for Netflix, an extended cut of one of its original series is heading to home video. The Haunting of Hill House creator/director Mike Flanagan confirmed on Twitter that an extended director’s cut of the terrific horror anthology series is heading to Blu-ray, which was first revealed by Amblin on Twitter. Further details are being kept under wraps, and Flanagan admitted this … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ Extended Director’s Cut Coming to Blu-ray!!

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‘Stargirl’: First look Reveals Brec Bassinger In the DC Universe Series!! Check It Out!!

During its panel at WonderCon Anaheim, DC Entertainment unveiled a first look image of Brec Bassinger (Bella and the Bulldogs) as Courtney Whitmore, a.k.a. Stargirl, from the upcoming live-action DC Universe TV series. Stargirl will follow the story of Courtney Whitmore (Bassinger) who is a smart, athletic and above all else kind girl. This high school teenager’s seemingly perfect life hits a major speedbump when her … Continue reading ‘Stargirl’: First look Reveals Brec Bassinger In the DC Universe Series!! Check It Out!!

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Stargirl’: Luke Wilson Joins the DC Universe Show as Pat Dugan!! Check It Out!!

Luke Wilson has joined the cast of DC’s streaming series Stargirl in a superhero role that, believe it or not, was written specifically for him. Wilson will play Stargirl’s step-father Pat Dugan, and apparently he has Bottle Rocket to thank for the part. “When I first moved to Los Angeles in 1996 and saw Bottle Rocket, I became a huge fan and admirer of Luke’s. And … Continue reading Stargirl’: Luke Wilson Joins the DC Universe Show as Pat Dugan!! Check It Out!!

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‘Stargirl’: The Upcoming DC Universe Series Casts Its Injustice Society!!!

After assembling the Justice Society of America these past few weeks, DC Universe has now turned its attention to their villainous counterparts the Injustice Society as casting on the live-action Stargirl series continues. As per Deadline, Joy Osmanski (Santa Clarita Diet), Neil Hopkins (Lost) and Nelson Lee (Sneaky Pete) have been cast as Paula Brooks/Tigress, Lawrence ‘Crusher’ Crock/Sportsmaster and Dragon King respectively. Here’s the official character … Continue reading ‘Stargirl’: The Upcoming DC Universe Series Casts Its Injustice Society!!!

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‘Stargirl’: Henry Thomas Cast As Doctor Mid-Nite!!!

DC Universe’s Stargirl continues to fill out its founding members of the Justice Society of America; right on the heels of Joel McHale joining the series as Starman and Lou Ferrigno Jr. coming aboard as Hourman, EW reports that The Haunting of Hill House star Henry Thomas has been cast in a recurring guest-star role as Dr. Charles McNider, a.k.a. the owlish Doctor Mid-Nite, a.ka. one of DC Comics’ … Continue reading ‘Stargirl’: Henry Thomas Cast As Doctor Mid-Nite!!!

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The Haunting of Hill House (2018) Season 1 Review!!!

Synopsis – Flashing between past and present, a fractured family confronts haunting memories of their old home and the terrifying events that drove them from it. Episodes – S01E01 to S01E10 My Take – For years now the haunted house has been one of the most common staples of the horror genre. As an audience we burst with sheer enjoy and terror as we witness … Continue reading The Haunting of Hill House (2018) Season 1 Review!!!

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‘The Haunting of Hill House’ Creator Confirms Season 2 Will Be A New Story With New Characters!!!

The creator of Netflix’s new horror series The Haunting of Hill House has said that season two would need a new cast and new story line should it happen. The latest hit to come out of Netflix’s original programming library is the horror series The Haunting of Hill House, adapted from the legendary book. While season one has gone over well, season two is not … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Hill House’ Creator Confirms Season 2 Will Be A New Story With New Characters!!!

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‘Haunting of Hill House’: New Featurette Reveals How They Made Episode 6!! Check It Out!!

If you’ve seen the breathtaking first season of the Netflix horror series The Haunting of Hill House, then you were no doubt blown away by the show’s sixth episode. Creator Mike Flanagan’s adaptation of the iconic Shirley Jackson novel builds from episode to episode as it crafts a sprawling narrative about the Crain family, spanning two separate time periods, but it all crescendos in Episode … Continue reading ‘Haunting of Hill House’: New Featurette Reveals How They Made Episode 6!! Check It Out!!

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‘The Haunting of Hill House’: Featurette Explains the Challenges of Scaring People!!! Check It Out!!

Netflix has released a new featurette for their upcoming horror series The Haunting of Hill House. Created, directed, and executive produced by Mike Flanagan (Gerald’s Game), the series follows a group of siblings who grew up in the most famous haunted house in the country, and as adults, are forced to confront the ghosts of their past. This is a solid featurette that’s more about … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Hill House’: Featurette Explains the Challenges of Scaring People!!! Check It Out!!

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‘The Haunting of Hill House’: First Trailer Teases Netflix’s New Horror Series!! Check It Out!!!

Netflix has released the first The Haunting of Hill House trailer. Created, directed, and executive produced by Mike Flanagan (Gerald’s Game), the series follows a group of siblings who grew up in the most famous haunted house in the country, and as adults, are forced to confront the ghosts of their past. The trailer is unbelievably tense and creepy, and it looks like Netflix could … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Hill House’: First Trailer Teases Netflix’s New Horror Series!! Check It Out!!!

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‘The Haunting of Hill House’: First Images Reveal the Netflix Horror Series!! Check It Out!!

Netflix has revealed the first images and a release date for the upcoming horror series The Haunting of Hill House. The 10-episode series hails from filmmaker Mike Flanagan, whose credits include Oculus, Gerald’s Game, and Ouija: Origin of Evil and who serves as creator, director, and executive producer of this new series. The story is a modern reimagining of the iconic horror novel of the … Continue reading ‘The Haunting of Hill House’: First Images Reveal the Netflix Horror Series!! Check It Out!!

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Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) Review!!

Synopsis – In 1965 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters add a new stunt to bolster their seance scam business and unwittingly invite authentic evil into their home. When the youngest daughter is overtaken by a merciless spirit, the family confronts unthinkable fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side. My Take – Like most filmgoer, I was not … Continue reading Ouija: Origin of Evil (2016) Review!!

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‘Ouija: Origin of Evil’ Trailer Brings Back the Diabolical Board Game!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – In 1967 Los Angeles, a widowed mother and her two daughters add a new stunt to bolster their seance scam business and unwittingly invite authentic evil into their home. When the youngest daughter is overtaken by a merciless spirit, the family confronts unthinkable fears to save her and send her possessor back to the other side. Directed – Mike Flanagan Starring – Doug … Continue reading ‘Ouija: Origin of Evil’ Trailer Brings Back the Diabolical Board Game!! Check It Out!!

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‘Ouija: Origin of Evil’ TV Spot Reminds You There’s a ‘Ouija’ Prequel Coming This Halloween!! Check It Out!!

Universal has unveiled a new extended TV spot for Ouija: Origin of Evil, which is the Ouija prequel movie you forgot existed. Indeed, after years of development and even a potential blockbuster adaptation, Universal released a small-budget horror take called Ouija in 2014, produced by Jason Blum and Michael Bay. The film was panned by critics, but against a budget of just $5 million it grossed $103 million worldwide, half of which was … Continue reading ‘Ouija: Origin of Evil’ TV Spot Reminds You There’s a ‘Ouija’ Prequel Coming This Halloween!! Check It Out!!

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