Shudder Content Update: August
Summer continues to be horrific over at Shudder with a whole new batch of horror releases in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., but what are some highlights for August?
A Nightmare on Elm Street (6 movies!)
That’s right, six films, spanning from 1984 to 1991 in the legendary horror franchise are available to watch, right now, for U.S. Shudder subscribers (again, sorry Canada). Particular highlights in the franchise are the original film, and A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.
Every film is worth a view, though, thanks to the incredible Robert Englund as Freddy Kreuger.
The Slumber Party Massacre (1982)
Look, some movie titles are pretty much what they claim to be. The Slumber Party Massacre is more or less exactly what to expect in this classic slasher film.
Directed by Amy Holden Jones, and starring Michelle Michaels and Robin Stille, The Slumber Party Massacre follows a group of high school girls at a slumber party who is then… massacred by a power drill-wielding murderer. The film is both completely played straight as a horror film while also parodying the genre.
You also can watch The Slumber Party Massacre II on Shudder as well. Note the classy numeral designation.
Chopping Mall (1986)
A classic cult horror film with an absolutely perfect title, Chopping Mall is pretty much the zero-budget cheese horror fans love.
Directed by Jim Wynorski and starring Kelli Maroney, Tony O’Dell, and John Terlesky, the film was also produced by Julie Corman. The film follows a state of the art mall security system that is damaged during a storm and begins to overzealously execute security programming. Needless to say, many dumb, sexy employees die.
Keep an eye out for character actor legend Dick Miller in the movie as well!
The Love Witch (2016)
A recent gem and a whip-smart horror-comedy dealing with feminist themes, The Love Witch is a wonderful treat. The film has a Technicolor pallet thanks to being shot on 35mm film, making it seem far older than it is.
The film was directed, written, edited, produced, and scored by Anna Biller. It stars a breakout actress named Samantha Robinson as Elaine, a witch. The film follows Elaine as she uses magic to force men to fall in love with her, but circumstances always end in disaster for her targets of love.
The film is particularly fascinating because it is distinctly modern, but visually a throwback. There is nothing quite like it on Shudder, currently.
Belzebuth (2017)
One of Shudder’s exclusives is this dose of Mexican religious horror.
Directed by Emilio Portes and starring Tobin Bell, Joaquin Cosio, and Tate Ellington, Belzebuth has been described as a supernatural procedural absolutely FULL of dead kids. Apparently, there are a LOT of dead children in the movie. The film follows A Detective Ritter, who lost his newborn son in a tragic murder and begins to look into another massacre of children.
You might recognize the lead actor, Joaquin Cosio, from The Strain or the Bond film Quantum of Solace.
What else this month on Shudder?
The horror streaming service will be adding great content all throughout the month. Here is a full listing for the U.S., Canada, and the U.K..
Please continue to check out Haunted MTL for more Shudder updates.
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Hey there, fright fiends! 👻 Are you ready to sink your fangs into some spine-tingling Black Friday deals? We’ve scoured the darkest corners of Amazon to bring you a blood-curdling collection of horror goodies that’ll make your wallet scream with joy! From classic monsters to modern nightmares, we’ve got something to haunt every horror fan’s dreams. Let’s dive into the madness!
Before we go further – we are an amazon affiliate and if you click these links we may get money for Amazon. With that said, we won’t put up things we don’t suggest so here is the curated list as it sits for Black Friday Week 2024.
🎥 Monstrous Movie Mayhem
Bram Stoker’s Dracula 4K
Sink your teeth into Francis Ford Coppola’s visually stunning adaptation of the classic vampire tale. Watch Gary Oldman’s mesmerizing performance as the Count in glorious 4K resolution!
Christine 4K
Rev up your engines for John Carpenter’s killer car classic! This 4K edition will have you gripping your steering wheel in terror as the demonic Plymouth Fury wreaks havoc.
Akira Blu-ray
Experience the mind-bending anime masterpiece that redefined the genre. Prepare for a psychedelic journey through Neo-Tokyo that’ll leave you questioning reality!
Underworld Ultimate Collection Blu-ray
Dive into the eternal war between vampires and lycans with this action-packed collection. Kate Beckinsale’s leather-clad Selene will have you howling for more!
Resident Evil Steelbook
For the true RE fanatics, this gorgeous steelbook edition is a must-have for your collection. It’s so shiny, you can see the T-virus reflected in it!
Doctor Who Complete David Tennant Blu-ray
Okay, it’s not strictly horror, but who can resist the Weeping Angels? Join the Tenth Doctor on his time-traveling adventures and prepare for some serious sci-fi scares!
Evil Dead Blu-ray
Groovy, baby! Sam Raimi’s cult classic will have you laughing and screaming in equal measure. Remember, this is your boom stick!
Scream (2022) Steelbook
The slasher franchise that knows the rules is back with a vengeance! This meta-horror masterpiece will have you guessing who’s behind the Ghostface mask.
Leviathan 4K UHD Blu-ray
Dive deep into aquatic terror with this underrated gem from the golden age of practical effects. It’s like “The Thing” meets “The Abyss”!
📚 Bone-Chilling Books and Comics
Terrifier 2 BOOK by Tim Waggoner
Can’t get enough of Art the Clown? This novelization of the splatter sensation will paint vivid, gory pictures in your mind. Sleep tight!
The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror Ominous Omnibus Vol. 3
D’oh-n’t miss out on this collection of spooky Simpsons stories! It’s the perfect way to celebrate Halloween in Springfield all year round.
The Dead Zone by Stephen King
Dive into one of King’s classic tales of psychic abilities and political intrigue. Johnny Smith’s visions will keep you on the edge of your seat!
🎮 Ghoulish Games and Collectibles
Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead PS5
Double the horror, double the fun! Face off against Michael Myers and the Deadites in this terrifying two-pack of asymmetrical multiplayer games.
Alone in the Dark Xbox Series X
Return to Derceto Manor in this reimagining of the survival horror classic. Just remember, in the dark, you’re never truly alone…
Chucky Funko Pop
Add everyone’s favorite Good Guy doll to your collection! Just don’t turn your back on him, or you might regret it…
Harry Potter LEGO Hogwarts
Who can resist the allure of a magical and/or haunted castle? Build your own magical world and watch out for those Dementors!
🎬 The Final Cut
There you have it, horror hounds! These Black Friday deals are so good, it’s scary. Whether you’re into classic monsters, modern slashers, or cosmic horrors, Amazon’s got something to make your dark heart skip a beat.
But hurry! Like a vampire at sunrise, these deals won’t last forever. If you want to do a general search on your own, feel free to use our link here.
Remember, in the world of horror, the only thing scarier than missing out on these deals is paying full price! Happy haunting, and may your Black Friday be filled with delightful frights! 🎃👻🔪
If you live in the United States, it’s time to rock the vote for real. I shared this video before in conjunction with my identity-based costume work, and I feel it’s important to revisit now, with the election coming up in just a few days. Besides which, Jack Black and Tenacious D are brilliant and given the current political climate, who doesn’t want to do the time warp? But seriously, get out and rock the vote, your life kinda does depend on it (at least insomuch as being able to make for yourself the life that you want, without the government telling you how to do so – especially if you live on the fringes of socially acceptable awkwardness like me and so many of my friends).
Besides which, this video is so good, it’s worth sharing again anyway. And again, if for some reason the video doesn’t load, you can find it here.
Art Attack
And here are some artworks I made awhile back as political commentary. The photograph was shot of the scene exactly as found, of a sign above a parking lot in a quickly gentrifying neighborhood making sure all knew that any unauthorized vehicles were unwelcome, and hung right in front of a flag that was tattered and torn from being caught on the chain link fence driving the point home. The flags were meant to be interactive, with gallerygoers waving them while singing The Star Spangled Banner in its elitist entirety. The whole really spoke to me regarding some of the political climate at the time (this was right before Trump was elected President the first time). How much has changed since then? In some ways, a lot. In other ways, I guess we shall see.
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