Centers on a 17-year-old rebel on a mission to take down the captain of the high school football team who rallies a group of cheerleaders around her cause, but after a tragic turn of events the girls are thrust into a supernatural battle.
The 1958 film followed a scientist, whom experimenting with telekinetic powers enhanced by a nearby nuclear power plant, succeeds in creating a new form of life. This new creature grows in intelligence until it finally escapes his laboratory. Once outside the lab, and closer to its nuclear power source it multiplies. The creature is also invisible, so no one knows what it looks like.
The 1958 film followed a scientist, whom experimenting with telekinetic powers enhanced by a nearby nuclear power plant, succeeds in creating a new form of life. This new creature grows in intelligence until it finally escapes his laboratory. Once outside the lab, and closer to its nuclear power source it multiplies. The creature is also invisible, so no one knows what it looks like.
Wendy Alden, a young, attractive secretary in a large urban center (St. Louis) lacking in self- confidence and self-esteem becomes victim of a savage killer who has claimed the lives of a number of other women. Somehow Wendy finds the resources of courage to fight back and escape.
Obsessed with killing Wendy, Franklin Rood, the killer, penetrates a police cordon set up to guard her by Det. Tony Delgado, the detective investigating the case. Again, she manages to escape, earning not only Rood’s grudging respect, but his twisted sense of love. He later kidnaps her and brings her to his hideout in the in the woods where he subjects her to a horrific ritual of psychological torture. She is finally rescued and Rood is captured after Delgado succeeds in tracking the killer through a series of wily detection techniques.
In a diabolically daring and cunning plan, Rood escapes jail, killing several policemen in the process. Again, determined to kill Wendy and armed to the teeth, he storms into her office building. During a ferocious display of carnage, Rood is finally killed by Wendy who retrieves a slain security guard’s gun and shoots down the monster of her living nightmare. During the course of her odyssey, Wendy starts as a mouse, finally transforming into a lioness…
A cross-country road trip for a group of friends takes a turn for the worse when one of them drops acid.
Under the radar and premiering at the Slamdance Film Festival is a new Lucky McKee production. The director fo May produces Chad Crawford Kinkle’s indie thriller about a backwoods community who worship “The Pit.” Starring The Woman‘s Lauren Ashley Carter and Sean Bridgers, the latest Moderncine production delivers yet again.
“If anything, Jug Face fits into the world of May,” I state in my review. “Although someone else directs the pic, it feels much like a Lucky McKee film. Knowing this, fans should expect an insanely bizarre and creepy slow-burn with a lot of good ideas, and precise execution. It also harbors the lesson: don’t fuck with the pit…”
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Moderncine is a company that should receive more praise than it gets. They’ve become the model for consistency, delivering a flurry of well made independent films over the past few years (including The Woman, Offspring and Ghoul). The 2013 Slamdance Film Festival played host to the world premiere of Jug Face, a cultish thriller from producer Lucky McKee and director Chad Crawford Kinkle.
The pic, which re-teams The Woman stars Lauren Ashley Carter and Sean Bridgers, follows a large backwoods community who live their lives by worshipping a pit. The pit is their God, and apparently one that is very real. There’s a treaty in place, where a semi-shaman, played by Bridgers, is given a vision to sculpt the “next” sacrifice on a jug. Said face is to be executed to the pit. Failure to comply makes the put angry, and hell ensues. You get the idea.
Jug Face feels really small, in a good way, and captures the essence of this tiny group of worshippers. It’s aesthetically similar to other Moderncine movies; it’s a look that gives the film quality and technical shows expertise. Although, it’s carried by strong performances, and a few explicate shots of gore.
If anything, Jug Face fits into the world of May. Although someone else directs the pic, it feels much like a Lucky McKee film. Knowing this, fans should expect an insanely bizarre and creepy slow-burn with a lot of good ideas, and precise execution. It also harbors the lesson: don’t fuck with the pit…
To mark the release of The Woman on DVD/Blu-Ray/VOD/iTunes on TODAY , Bloody Disgusting Selects invites you to take part in a viral scavenger hunt!
Five brand new photos from The Woman have been hidden on different websites all over the internet. Your job is to find the photos and then email us the url/direct link to where the photos are! Don’t worry, we’re giving you 5 clues to help get you started.
Once you’ve found all 5 photos and their direct links, send them in an email to [email protected] with the subject “The Woman Viral Scavenger Hunt”. Make sure to include the full web address of each picture’s location and not just the name of the website (for example, http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/27868 instead of just http://www.bloody-disgusting.com).
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The Woman is the last surviving member of a feral clan that has roamed the Northeast Coast for decades. When the last of her family is killed in a battle with the police, The Woman finds herself alone, severely wounded and vulnerable. Unfortunately, she is now a far too easy prey for local hunter, successful country lawyer and seriously disturbed family man Christopher Cleek. With his twisted set of ideals, Cleek decides to embark upon a deranged project – to capture her and “break” The Woman – a decision that will soon threaten the lives of Cleek, his family and The Woman. Andrew van den Houten and Robert Tonino produce.
![[BD Selects] Fresh The Woman Clip Is A Drag](/photosizer/upload/thewoman011612.jpg "[BD Selects] Fresh The Woman Clip Is A Drag")
After a firestorm of controversy that began at the Sundance Film Festival, Bloody Disgusting Selects will release Lucky McKee’s The Woman (review) on DVD, Blu-ray, On Demand and as a Digital Download/Rental January 24.
Special features include: “The Making of The Woman” Featurette, Deleted Scenes, Mi Burro, a Short Film, and Music Track “Distracted” by Sean Spillane. Pre-order on Amazon Blu-ray, Amazon DVD or via iTunes.
Want another taste of Lucky McKee’s latest? Inside you’ll find an exclusive clip that’s a drag. Put some knee pads on before reading on…
Evil lurks behind a suburban American family in this darkly disturbing film that at once outraged and thrilled critics across the country. The chiller has been awarded numerous festival prizes including Most Innovative Feature at the Montreal Fantasia Film Festival, Best Feature Film at the Rio Fantastic Festival, Best Actress at FrightFest UK and won the Grand Prize and the Audience Award at the Strasborgh International Film Festival. READ MORE
![[BD Selects] Pre Order Links For Lucky McKees The Woman!](/photosizer/upload/thewomanclipnew1010111.jpg "[BD Selects] Pre Order Links For Lucky McKees The Woman!")
After a firestorm of controversy that began at the Sundance Film Festival, Bloody Disgusting Selects will release Lucky McKee’s The Woman (review) on DVD, Blu-ray, On Demand and as a Digital Download/Rental January 24! Yes, Blu-ray!
Special features include: “The Making of The Woman” Featurette, Deleted Scenes, Mi Burro, a Short Film, and Music Track “Distracted” by Sean Spillane. Pre-order on Amazon Blu-ray, Amazon DVD or via iTunes.
Evil lurks behind a suburban American family in this darkly disturbing film that at once outraged and thrilled critics across the country. The chiller has been awarded numerous festival prizes including Most Innovative Feature at the Montreal Fantasia Film Festival, Best Feature Film at the Rio Fantastic Festival, Best Actress at FrightFest UK and won the Grand Prize and the Audience Award at the Strasborgh International Film Festival.
Produced by MODERNCINÉ, the film stars acclaimed horror cult favorites Pollyanna McIntosh, Angela Bettis (May, “Dexter”) and Sean Bridgers.
“A domineering, upper-middle class father abducts a feral woman while out on a day-long hunting trip. With his twisted set of ideals, he decides to embark upon a deranged project – to “civilize” her – a decision that he and his family will soon regret. Tearing apart the image of the all-American family, director Lucky McKee and writer Jack Ketchum unleash a savage depiction of the war of the sexes and nature versus civilization. Labeled one of the most controversial films of the year, The Woman is a must for all fans of horror.” READ MORE
After a firestorm of controversy that began at the Sundance Film Festival, Bloody Disgusting Selects will release Lucky McKee’s The Woman (review) on DVD, Blu-ray, On Demand and as a Digital Download/Rental January 24! Yes, Blu-ray!
Special features include: “The Making of The Woman” Featurette, Deleted Scenes, Mi Burro, a Short Film, and Music Track “Distracted” by Sean Spillane. Pre-order on Amazon.
Evil lurks behind a suburban American family in this darkly disturbing film that at once outraged and thrilled critics across the country. The chiller has been awarded numerous festival prizes including Most Innovative Feature at the Montreal Fantasia Film Festival, Best Feature Film at the Rio Fantastic Festival, Best Actress at FrightFest UK and won the Grand Prize and the Audience Award at the Strasborgh International Film Festival.
Produced by MODERNCINÉ, the film stars acclaimed horror cult favorites Pollyanna McIntosh, Angela Bettis (May, “Dexter”) and Sean Bridgers.
“A domineering, upper-middle class father abducts a feral woman while out on a day-long hunting trip. With his twisted set of ideals, he decides to embark upon a deranged project – to “civilize” her – a decision that he and his family will soon regret. Tearing apart the image of the all-American family, director Lucky McKee and writer Jack Ketchum unleash a savage depiction of the war of the sexes and nature versus civilization. Labeled one of the most controversial films of the year, The Woman is a must for all fans of horror.” READ MORE
We scored some new art for Lucky McKee’s The Woman that’s being used for international sales at this ongoing AFM in Santa Monica.
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself. READ MORE
It’s tough being a small indie company and getting into theaters, but we’re trying our best. Those of you in Ohio and Texas hoping to catch Lucky McKee’s The Woman are in luck as we’ve added three new venues in November. You’ll find the information inside.
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself. READ MORE
![PollyLand101311 [Interview] Writer/Director Lucky McKee Talks About The Woman and His Take On White Knight Syndrome!](http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/photosizer/upload/PollyLand101311.jpg "[Interview] Writer/Director Lucky McKee Talks About The Woman and His Take On White Knight Syndrome!")
The controversy around Lucky McKee’s The Woman has certainly helped raise the film’s profile, but along with notoriety come misconceptions. In a way it seems as though it’s regarded as something of a tough sell, some people are afraid to see it in the same way they’re afraid to see Human Centipede 2. And that’s a shame.
The reality is, the two films couldn’t be more different. The Woman contains none of the graphic self-indulgence of this fall’s other most feared movie. Sure, there’s a few gruesome moments but The Woman is a rock solid independent movie more concerned with emotional terror, the repercussions of abuse, feminism (the accusations of misogyny are beyond myopic) and the nature of civility versus our feral instincts. It’s also an engaging story with real characters. I can’t stress enough how much this movie doesn’t even really deserve the controversy directed at it. It should instead be recognized on its merits, which are plenty.
I spoke with Lucky McKee on the phone last week to talk about the film, its soundtrack and its now legendary reaction at Sundance.
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
Hit the jump to read the interview!
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This Friday, October 14 Bloody Disgusting Selects will release Lucky McKee’s widely controversial The Woman in limited theaters across the country (indie theaters, AMC theaters). The film, starring Angela Bettis, is a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood.
In addition to the previously released footage, after the break you’ll find a new clip where star Pollyanna McIntosh gets one of most violent showers you’ve ever seen. In addition, we’re very excited to announce that Zach Graham has won our fan made poster contest (he scored all of the Selects titles on DVD and 8 tickets to see The Woman). His winning art can be viewed inside as well!
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
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Last night, Bloody Disgusting Selects hosted the Hollywood red carpet premiere of Lucky McKee’s The Woman, which opens in limited theaters on October 14 (indie theaters, AMC theaters). The film, starring Angela Bettis, is a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood.
The below video will take you to the event with Bloody Disgusting’s Jill Kill who steps on the red carpet with director Lucky McKee, star Pollyanna McIntosh, among others.
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
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Last night Bloody Disgusting Selects hosted the Hollywood red carpet premiere of Lucky McKee’s The Woman, which opens in limited theaters on October 14. The film, starring Angela Bettis, is a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood. Having seen the film quite a few times, I’m starting to notice things on multiple viewings that I missed the first time around…
In addition to the clip on our official Facebook, inside the story you’ll find a new exclusive look at Angela Bettis as “Belle Cleek” in an extremely uncomfortable conversation with her husband “Chris” (Sean Bridgers).
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
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Directed by Lucky McKee, based on the bestselling novel by Jack Ketchum, written Ketchum and McKee by and produced by Andrew van den Houten and Robert Tonino for MODERNCINÉ, The Woman is a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood. The film opens in limited theaters on October 14. Visit Bloody Disgusting Selects for more info.
A brand spanking new clip just went live on our official Facebook page that can be enjoyed simply by clicking “like”. You should have done this already anyways! In addition, inside you can check out a new exclusive image of everyone’s favorite actress, Angela Bettis, as “Belle Cleek”.
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
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Directed by Lucky McKee, based on the bestselling novel by Jack Ketchum, written Ketchum and McKee by and produced by Andrew van den Houten and Robert Tonino for MODERNCINÉ, The Woman is a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood. The film opens in limited theaters on October 14. Visit Bloody Disgusting Selects for more info.
BD Selects has now released a second clip from the film, this time taking on teen pregnancy and how the parents would deal with such news. Teachers beware!
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
Click the above image for the hi-res gallery.
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Directed by Lucky McKee, based on the bestselling novel by Jack Ketchum, written Ketchum and McKee by and produced by Andrew van den Houten and Robert Tonino for MODERNCINÉ, The Woman is a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood. The film opens in limited theaters on October 14. Visit Bloody Disgusting Selects for more info.
“The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Inside you can take a huge bite out of the first ever clip!
Starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis, the film prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say THE WOMAN “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
Click the image for the new hi-res gallery!
![towomanstills093011 [BD Selects] Take A Huge Bite Out of the First Ever Clip From The Woman, New Stills!](http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/photosizer/upload/towomanstills093011.jpg "[BD Selects] Take A Huge Bite Out of the First Ever Clip From The Woman, New Stills!")
Directed by Lucky McKee, based on the bestselling novel by Jack Ketchum, written Ketchum and McKee by and produced by Andrew van den Houten and Robert Tonino for Moderncine, The Woman (review) is “a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood. The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Opening in limited theaters October 14 from Bloody Disgusting Selects, the film starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say that the film “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
Rated R for “strong bloody violence, torture, a rape, disturbing behavior, some graphic nudity, and language” this film is sure to have viewers (and reviewers) squirming in their seats.
Check out our exclusive mouthwatering, bloody new image inside! Watch this spot or the official website for updates on the theatrical run.
![[BD Selects] A Mouthwatering, Bloody New Look at The Woman](/photosizer/upload/22thewoman082411.jpg "[BD Selects] A Mouthwatering, Bloody New Look at The Woman")
Lucky McKee’s The Woman will be hitting limited theaters Oct. 14th courtesy of Bloody-Disgusting Selects. To celebrate this, the filmmakers will be releasing the official soundtrack on Oct. 1st through ModernCine. You can hear one of the songs, Distracted after the jump.
Personally, from what I’ve seen from the trailers and what I’ve read about it, this song and the movie are complete opposite ends of the spectrum. That being said, it only intrigues me more. I REALLY want to see this movie!
Directed by Lucky McKee, based on the bestselling novel by Jack Ketchum, written Ketchum and McKee by and produced by Andrew van den Houten and Robert Tonino for Moderncine, The Woman (review) is “a disturbing tale of torture and dirty little secrets that can haunt any seemingly harmless neighborhood. The story follows a successful country lawyer who captures and attempts to “civilize” the last remaining member of a violent clan that has roamed the Northeast in the wild for decades, thereby putting the lives of his family in extreme jeopardy.”
Opening in limited theaters October 14 from Bloody Disgusting Selects, the film starring Pollyanna McIntosh, Sean Bridgers and Angela Bettis prompted furious debates and walkouts during its world premiere in the Park City at Midnight program at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. Reports surfaced of people becoming sick while watching the graphic scenes and one irate Sundance audience member went so far as to say that the film “ought to be confiscated, burned. There’s no value in showing this to anyone.” Whether a “wonderfully bizarre tale” or an “inhumane degradation of women,” you’ll have to decide for yourself.
Rated R for “strong bloody violence, torture, a rape, disturbing behavior, some graphic nudity, and language” this film is sure to have viewers (and reviewers) squirming in their seats.
Check out the full official theatrical trailer and AMC theater locations inside! Watch this spot or the official website for independent locations in the coming days.
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