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Gremlins Invade ‘The Exorcist’, ‘Batman’, And More!
Remember in Gremlins 2 where the film seemed to break and suddenly some gremlins went into the “projection booth”? Well, for the VHS version of the film, at this point the Gremlins began invading other properties, most notably taking on John Wayne at his cattle ranch. Meanwhile, the DVD version of the film kept the original theatrical version.
But Brussels-based filmmaker Sacha Feiner decided to create his own version of the “Gremlins in other films” gag by hand creating an amazing alternate reel that includes the creatures venturing into films like The Exorcist, Batman, Raiders Of The Lost Ark, and more!
Feiner explains how he made this clip:
The creatures effects are all made with puppets. I made a new mold out of a hard cast of one of the original sculptures from the production. I created a batch of new foam puppets especially for this project. Their performances are enhanced by computer effects, which makes them able to do nearly anything, from running to jumping or facial expressions. The entire shooting takes place in a bluescreen studio, arranged in my basement, in order to superimpose the gremlins in the chosen movies.
It’s seriously entertaining, so make sure to give it a view below!
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Eli Roth’s ‘Ice Cream Man’ – Free Cones and Exclusive After Hours Party at The Horror Boodega [Event]
Eli Roth (Cabin Fever, Hostel, Thanksgiving) returns this summer with Ice Cream Man, which chills theaters this August 7 from Roth’s own label The Horror Section. To celebrate, Bloody Disgusting invites its Los Angeles readers to some frozen festivities this weekend at The Horror Boodega and The Mystic Museum.
This Saturday, August 1st, fans of all ages can stop by The Horror Boodega (3116 W Magnolia Blvd #104) to snag free ice cream cones (while supplies last) and meet the titular maniac. If that sugar high isn’t enough, you can shop the Boo-dega for all kinds of twisted tasty treats for your Summerween celebrations. This event starts at 1 p.m. PST.
Later that night — and right next door — The Mystic Museum (3204 W Magnolia Blvd) will host an afterparty for its 21+ fans featuring dancing, frozen frights, a costume contest, killer photo ops, a mini-bar with film-themed drinks, exclusive merchandise, and plenty of frigid surprises. This party begins at 8 p.m. PST and requires a ticket.
Come one, come all! We’ll see you there!
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Written by Roth and longtime friend Noah Belson, Ice Cream Man is set in the idyllic summer town of Bayleen Bay, where sheer terror ensues as an ice cream man serves up sweet delights — with horrifying results.
Ari Millen (“Orphan Black”) stars in the titular role along with Benjamin Byron Davis (Red Dead Redemption), Karen Cliche (Thanksgiving), Dylan Hawco, Sarah Abbott, Shiloh O’Reilly, Kiori Mirza Waldman, Charlie Zeltzer (“The Handmaid’s Tale”), and Charlie Storey.
Snoop Dogg — who’s also working with Roth on Don’t Go in That House, Bitch — is contributing music to the film, along with composer Brandon Roberts (Thanksgiving).
The prosthetic makeup effects are handled by Oscar winner Adrien Morot (The Whale, Thanksgiving) and Steve Newburn (Frankenstein, Thanksgiving).
Ice Cream Man is Executive Produced by Grammy-winning rap icon Nas.
It’s worth noting that Roth’s Ice Cream Man has nothing to do with the ’90s movie starring Clint Howard. A sequel to that film, however, has been trying to get off the ground for years.
Watch the red band trailer below.
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