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Geek Tyrant
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
A New AMITYVILLE Movie Coming From BARBARIAN and HEART EYES Producers — GeekTyrant
Joseph and Vanessa Winter, the dynamic duo behind the viral 2022 hit Deadstream , are set to bring their unique horror sensibilities to a brand-new Amityville movie. This fresh take on the infamous haunted house story is being produced by the same powerhouse teams behind Barbarian and Heart Eyes. Don't expect the typical Amityville story here, though. While the 1979 Amityville Horror (and its subsequent sequels) is widely known for telling the story of the Lutz family and their terrifying experiences in a house steeped in supernatural lore, this new film won't follow that familiar script. Instead, the Winters will offer up their own original twist, focusing on the real-life paranormal events behind the legends surrounding the infamous house at 112 Ocean Avenue in Amityville, New York. This new film won't touch on the notorious DeFeo murders or the Lutz family, which were central to the original Amityville Horror film and its inspiration. Instead, Amityville will explore the house itself, diving into the ghostly history tied to its dark reputation. If you're going to do another Amityville movie, this is the direction to take it. The film is set to offer an entirely different perspective on the location that has captivated the public's imagination for decades. According to Deadline, the movie will 'offer a fresh look at the notorious Amityville house itself… with a legend situated in the public domain.' The Winters' debut feature, Deadstream , was a fun blend of horror and humor that earned praise for its inventive approach to found-footage filmmaking. If their work on Deadstream and their segment 'To Hell and Back' from V/H/S/99 is any indication, fans can expect a creative and fun ride with their take on the Amityville legend. With production aiming for late 2025, this film is already fast-tracked. Given the team's talent, horror enthusiasts are eager to see how this reimagining of a classic will unfold.
Thrill Geek
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
'Scarecrow: Music by SLASH' Haunted House Announced For Halloween Horror Night's at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood teams with SLASH, the iconic, Grammy ® Award-winning guitarist and songwriter, to create a terrifying slate of original Halloween Horror Nights experiences, exclusive to the Hollywood destination. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood begins on Thursday, September 4 . These unique experiences will include an original soundtrack composition for the fan-favorite haunted house, 'Scarecrow: Music by SLASH,' marking the seventh consecutive year in which the prolific artist has created a score for a Universal Studios Hollywood Halloween Horror Nights haunted house. ' Scarecrow: Music by SLASH' puts retribution at the forefront in which Mother Nature seeks vengeance on the homesteaders for their sins of the past that will be carried out by farmland scarecrows, mute witnesses who have become the guardians of destruction for anyone who crosses their path. SLASH's original score for the experience, which he composes similarly to a motion picture by engaging with each scene, will deliver an unnerving sense of fear as guests navigate the ominous corridors of the haunted house. Make sure you're following ThrillGeek across all of our social media channels for the latest updates from Universal Studios Hollywood. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
News.com.au
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
‘Super creepy': Mysterious ‘old haunted house' for sale
A 'super creepy' old haunted house shrouded in mystery is up for grabs in a richlist Aus suburb, 30 years after its owners just up and left everything due to a personal tragedy. Officially listed for auction as a two bedroom house, the sprawling home is substantially bigger than that, spanning an old Queenslander building and a brick extension with a self-contained flat whose roof is overrun with plants – adding to the ghostly allure. Locals have flocked to the property which was once believed to have been used as a war hospital, keen to see inside what many refer to as the 'old haunted house'. NRLW's youngest captain defies odds Architectural historian Marianne Taylor took an amazing first look through the property for her House Detective series on YouTube: 'It is full of antiques and furniture, toys … There's an old toilet, an old laundry and down these stairs there's something super creepy.' 'The story goes no one has lived here for over 30 years and when they left they just walked out and left everything. The table was still set, there was still food in the cupboard, so quite incredible.' She told The Courier-Mail that her preliminary research uncovered that the home could date back to even before 1912. 'It seems to show the Robertsons have owned the land since 1913 and the house was probably built around 1914 to 1915. It's so confusing because the back of the house and front look like they've had alterations at different times. But there's a chance it's earlier than 1912 because underneath the house shows a lot of alterations and changes.' Ms Taylor said the property still in the same family's hands. 'They still own it that family. The brick extension was added in the 1940s, which is also why I think the cellar could possibly be an air raid shelter' – the 'super creepy' area via the bottom of a dark stairwell. But she added the home itself was outstanding for what it represented in Brisbane's history. 'It's a really good example of Federation Era architecture. It's a very unusual design inside and out. It's covered by the traditional building character overlay so in theory it shouldn't be able to be demolished.' MORE: Govt pays $3.3m for unliveable derelict house Cash-strap student turns $40k to 38 homes It was listed on as 'one of Paddington's most spoken about homes' – with many wondering how a property in such an elite location could be left vacant for 30 years, especially in a housing crisis. 'The history of this property indicates that it has been in the same family for 100 years and was once used as a hospital during the war,' Ray White agents George and Max Hadgelias said in their listing. 'The dwelling has not been occupied since the 1990s and will require significant works to bring it up to a comfortable living standard.' Property records show the current owner as one Dawn Robertson Mordue in the Australian Capital Territory. The site is a developer's dream, located in inner city Paddington on a prime 473sq m corner block with panoramic views of the Brisbane CBD just 3km away – and walking distance from Suncorp Stadium, home of the Broncos, Queensland Reds and location of the first Wallabies test against the British and Irish Lions this weekend. It has already generated strong excitement, with one of those who put a heart on a social media post about it being the Brisbane builder brothers the Grays, who were instantly rebuffed by diehard antique fans saying 'back off Graya'. There is genuine disbelief that anyone could just up and leave such an amazing Queenslander filled with antiques for decades – and that those features have survived that neglect intact since the 1990s. The listing said the home was 'spread over three floors' with a unique layout 'of grand proportions highlighting magnificent leadlight, tongue-in-groove panelling and soaring pressed metal ceilings'. 'The entry level comprises separate formal living and dining rooms, an eat-in kitchen, two spacious bedrooms are adjacent and have two-way access to a bathroom.' The property also has a brick extension which has separate access to a middle level that could be a self-contained flat with two separate bedrooms, a bathroom and kitchenette. Downstairs, there's a laundry, cellar and extensive storage. The home is just six minutes drive from the Brisbane CBD, and a short stroll from specialty shops in Latrobe Terrace, agents said, including local favourites Blackout Coffee, Hai Hai, Naim and Frank's Social Club. Children in the area go to Ithaca Creek State School and Kelvin Grove State College or private schools like Brisbane Grammar, Girl's Grammar, St Joseph's College (Terrace) and Marist College Ashgrove. The property is goes under the hammer at noon on Saturday July 26.
Geek Tyrant
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Fun POLTERGIEST Poster Art Created By Artist Danny Schlitz — GeekTyrant
Here's a great print that was created inspired by Steven Spielberg and Tobe Hooper's Poltergeist . It's called 'They're Here!' and it was created by artist Danny Schlitz for Hero Complex Gallery. The 24x36 limited edition print of 50, is currently avilable for purchase fo $75. There's also 16x24 print that you can buy for $50. Click here to order. Poltergeist stands as one of the most iconic haunted house films ever made. What makes it so effective and enduring is its ability to blend Spielberg's signature sense of suburban wonder and family warmth with Hooper's unrelenting horror sensibilities. The result is a terrifying yet heartfelt story that turns the American dream into a nightmare. From the eerie static of a television screen to the gut-wrenching moment when little Carol Anne is pulled into another dimension, Poltergeist delivers both psychological tension and jaw-dropping practical effects. It's a horror film wrapped in a Spielbergian glow, making its scares hit even harder because they invade such a relatable, everyday world.
Thrill Geek
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
‘Terrifier' Movie Franchise Coming To Halloween Horror Nights 2025
Welcome to the Funhouse . The twisted world of Art the Clown comes to life in this year's all-new 'Terrifier' haunted house inspired by the slasher film franchise that has consistently terrorized filmgoers since torment kicks off at Universal Orlando Resort on Friday, August 29 and at Universal Studios Hollywood on Thursday, September 4. Spewing from creator, writer, director Damien Leone and producer Phil Falcone along with Dark Age Cinema Productions, Terrifier introduced a new slasher film series to the cinematic world, featuring Art the Clown, a supernatural entity who terrorizes the fictional town of Miles County, New York, on Halloween and tortures victims in creatively cruel and sickeningly sinister ways. The Terrifier film franchise has evolved to become three chilling and gory movies with a fourth film in development and a Halloween Horror Nights haunted house on the way. During Halloween Horror Nights, guests will experience an unfathomable level of gore as they try to escape becoming Art the Clown's next victim. 'Terrifier' is a grisly haunted house oozing with a new sense of terror that takes guests into Art the Clown's gruesome Funhouse, which first appeared in Terrifier 2 . Guests will be overwhelmed by the sights, sounds, smells and dread of Art's grotesque kills, gleefully displayed for all to see. As fans make their way through the claustrophobic corridors, they will encounter familiar faces, including Vicky and the Little Pale Girl, and witness iconic kills from the franchise. Chaos reigns at the Clown Café, terror festers in a revolting bathroom and holiday cheer turns deadly in a Christmas nightmare. Guests must escape Art's twisted world—or become his next gruesome display. Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
