Fresh off playing three characters across two seasons of the Chucky TV series, Devon Sawa has taken a lead role in the horror film Consumed, coming our way from The Butcher Brothers (a.k.a. director Mitchell Altieri and producer Phil Flores), the filmmaking duo behind The Night Watchmen, The Violent Kind, and The Hamiltons.
Courtney Halverson of Unfriended and St. Agatha and Mark Famiglietti of Hang Time and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines star in Consumed as Jay and Beth, a married couple taking a celebratory camping trip a year after Beth’s cancer remission, who find themselves trapped between a wild madman (Sawa) and a skin stealing monster.
David Calbert wrote the screenplay for the film, which was executive produced by Jeffrey Allard and XYZ Films. XYZ Films is also handling the world distribution sales and will be presenting the project to potential buyers at the Cannes Film Festival this month.
Courtney Halverson of Unfriended and St. Agatha and Mark Famiglietti of Hang Time and Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines star in Consumed as Jay and Beth, a married couple taking a celebratory camping trip a year after Beth’s cancer remission, who find themselves trapped between a wild madman (Sawa) and a skin stealing monster.
David Calbert wrote the screenplay for the film, which was executive produced by Jeffrey Allard and XYZ Films. XYZ Films is also handling the world distribution sales and will be presenting the project to potential buyers at the Cannes Film Festival this month.
- 5/11/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Horror stalwart Devon Sawa (“Chucky,” Final Destination, Idle Hands) delivered a memorable turn in 2020’s survival horror Hunter Hunter. He’s set to return to the wilderness once more with Consumed, the latest horror movie by The Butcher Brothers.
THR reports that Sawa will play a “wild madman” the central married couple will encounter on a camping trip. Of course, it’s not the madman that’s the most significant threat; there’s something else in the woods with them.
Courtney Halverson (Unfriended, St. Agatha) and Mark Fariglietti (Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines) costar with Sawa as “Jay and Beth, a married couple taking a celebratory camping trip a year after Beth’s cancer remission, who find themselves trapped between a wild madman (Sawa) and a skin stealing monster.”
A skin stealing monster, plus Sawa in a wild turn? We’re in.
The Butcher Brothers, aka director Mitchell Altieri and producer Phil Flores,...
THR reports that Sawa will play a “wild madman” the central married couple will encounter on a camping trip. Of course, it’s not the madman that’s the most significant threat; there’s something else in the woods with them.
Courtney Halverson (Unfriended, St. Agatha) and Mark Fariglietti (Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines) costar with Sawa as “Jay and Beth, a married couple taking a celebratory camping trip a year after Beth’s cancer remission, who find themselves trapped between a wild madman (Sawa) and a skin stealing monster.”
A skin stealing monster, plus Sawa in a wild turn? We’re in.
The Butcher Brothers, aka director Mitchell Altieri and producer Phil Flores,...
- 5/9/2023
- by Meagan Navarro
- bloody-disgusting.com
Chucky and Final Destination star Devon Sawa is starring in Consumed, the new film from The Butcher Brothers, aka director Mitchell Altieri, and producer Phil Flores, the team behind The Night Watchmen, The Violent Kind, and The Hamiltons.
Jeffrey Allard, producer of the 2003 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre reboot and a frequent Butcher Brothers’ collaborator, is executive producing the film.
Courtney Halverson (Unfriended, St. Agatha) and Mark Famiglietti (Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines) co-star in Consumed as Jay and Beth, a married couple taking a celebratory camping trip a year after Beth’s cancer remission, who find themselves trapped between a wild madman ( Sawa) and a skin stealing monster. David Calbert wrote the script.
“When I first read the script for Consumed, I was excited about the challenges it presented. Its characters not only have to face a terrifying creature stalking the woods, but individually, they are also forced to...
Jeffrey Allard, producer of the 2003 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre reboot and a frequent Butcher Brothers’ collaborator, is executive producing the film.
Courtney Halverson (Unfriended, St. Agatha) and Mark Famiglietti (Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines) co-star in Consumed as Jay and Beth, a married couple taking a celebratory camping trip a year after Beth’s cancer remission, who find themselves trapped between a wild madman ( Sawa) and a skin stealing monster. David Calbert wrote the script.
“When I first read the script for Consumed, I was excited about the challenges it presented. Its characters not only have to face a terrifying creature stalking the woods, but individually, they are also forced to...
- 5/9/2023
- by Scott Roxborough
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Taglne: “Making it in Hollywood Can be Murder!” The Butcher Brothers return to horror with A Beginner's Guide to Snuff! This time, Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores are mixing horror with comedy. In the film, two brothers attempt to make Jennifer (Bree Williamson) famous, by shooting a faux snuff film. But, Jennifer thinks the film is real and she fights back, tooth and nail. This title, from Indican Pictures, is set to show in a few theatres this week. A home entertainment launch is set for July. A preview of the film's Us launch is available here. Joey Kern and Luke Edwards play the Winters brothers. They hatch a plan, to become famous. But, the brothers cannot make Jennifer co-operate. Then, the tables are turned. The brothers are now the victims and they might be making a real snuff film, at gun point. The Butcher Brothers have been making horror films,...
- 6/28/2017
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
It's been announced that Jordan Peele (Get Out) will be the recipient of The National Association of Theatre Owners (Nato)'s "CinemaCon Director of the Year" award. Congrats, Mr. Peele! Also in today's Highlights: Other Madnesses trailer and release details, Kill The Minotaur, Raised by Wolves, and The Quiet Hour.
Jordan Peele to Receive CinemaCon Director of the Year Award: Press Release: Washington D.C. (March 20, 2017) – Jordan Peele, the breakthrough writer/director of Universal Pictures’ smash “Get Out,” will receive the “CinemaCon® Director of the Year,” it was announced today by CinemaCon Managing Director, Mitch Neuhauser. CinemaCon, the official convention of The National Association of Theatre Owners (Nato), will be held March 27-30, 2017 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Peele will be presented with this special honor at the “CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards” ceremony, which takes place on the evening of Thursday, March 30, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace,...
Jordan Peele to Receive CinemaCon Director of the Year Award: Press Release: Washington D.C. (March 20, 2017) – Jordan Peele, the breakthrough writer/director of Universal Pictures’ smash “Get Out,” will receive the “CinemaCon® Director of the Year,” it was announced today by CinemaCon Managing Director, Mitch Neuhauser. CinemaCon, the official convention of The National Association of Theatre Owners (Nato), will be held March 27-30, 2017 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Peele will be presented with this special honor at the “CinemaCon Big Screen Achievement Awards” ceremony, which takes place on the evening of Thursday, March 30, at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace,...
- 3/21/2017
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
The Butcher brothers - Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores - are at work on a new thriller called A Beginners Guide to Snuff. Shooting began this month in the Los Angeles area and Shock Till You Drop is the very first to receive some photos from the production. Get a look at three stills in our gallery here.
Joey Kern (Cabin Fever), Luke Edwards (Jeepers Creepers 2), Bree Williamson (True Detective) and Brad Greenquist star.
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Joey Kern (Cabin Fever), Luke Edwards (Jeepers Creepers 2), Bree Williamson (True Detective) and Brad Greenquist star.
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- 9/24/2014
- by Ryan Turek
- shocktillyoudrop.com
• Boardwalk Empire actor Jack Huston will take the chariot reins as the title role in the upcoming remake of Ben-Hur. Previously, Tom Hiddleston had been in talks for the role of slave Judah Ben-Hur in the Paramount and MGM picture. Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted) is directing the film adapted by John Ridley (12 Years a Slave) and Keith Clarke (The Way Back) that is said to be based more on Lew Wallace’s 1880 novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ than the 1959 film that starred Charlton Heston. Morgan Freeman has already been cast as Ildarin, the teacher who helps make the slave Ben-Hur into chariot racer champion.
- 9/18/2014
- by Jake Perlman
- EW - Inside Movies
While we await some release details for Raised By Wolves, the Butcher Brothers - Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores - are moving forward on their next production: A Beginners Guide to Snuff.
The film follows two none-too-bright actors desperately trying to make it in Hollywood. As a result, they decide to make a pretend snuff film as a way to jumpstart their careers.
In order to make the film seem more realistic they kidnap an unsuspecting actress so they can capture a moment of pure terror that has never been seen before on film.
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The film follows two none-too-bright actors desperately trying to make it in Hollywood. As a result, they decide to make a pretend snuff film as a way to jumpstart their careers.
In order to make the film seem more realistic they kidnap an unsuspecting actress so they can capture a moment of pure terror that has never been seen before on film.
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- 8/21/2014
- by Ryan Turek
- shocktillyoudrop.com
Holy Ghost People recently saw a VOD and theatrical release, and it has been announced that the DVD version will be available next month.
“Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister’s fate.”
Holy Ghost People was directed by Mitchell Altieri, written by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores, Kevin Artigue, and Joe Egender. The movie stars Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson. XLrator Media is distributing the movie and it will be released on April 8th. We’ve included a look at the trailer below and you can check out our review at:
http://dailydead.com/review-holy-ghost-people/
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“Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister’s fate.”
Holy Ghost People was directed by Mitchell Altieri, written by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores, Kevin Artigue, and Joe Egender. The movie stars Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson. XLrator Media is distributing the movie and it will be released on April 8th. We’ve included a look at the trailer below and you can check out our review at:
http://dailydead.com/review-holy-ghost-people/
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- 3/17/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
After a strong premiere at last year's SXSW Film Festival and currently available on VOD/iTunes, The Butcher Brothers' Holy Ghost People (review here) is arriving on DVD from XLrator Media next month, April 8th to be exact.
The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister's fate.
Special Features
• Deleted scenes
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The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister's fate.
Special Features
• Deleted scenes
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
Got news? Click here to submit it!
Find the holy ghost in the comments section below!
- 3/17/2014
- by Debi Moore
- DreadCentral.com
Director: Mitchell Altieri. Writers: Kevin Artigue, Joe Egender, Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores. Cast: Emma Greenwell, Joe Egender, Brendan McCarthy, Cameron Richardson and Don Harvey. Holy Ghost People is a dramatic thriller from the Butcher Brothers: Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores. Mostly known for their horror features, the Butcher Bros. have created a spiritual thriller in their latest title. Holy Ghost People is primarily told through the eyes of Charlotte (Emma Greenwell) and her search for her sister, Liz. Charlotte's obvious strength and vulnerability create a complex character as director Altieri captures all of the tension onscreen in a compelling manner. Holy Ghost People is one of the best small thrillers this film fan has seen so far this year. The story for the film involves Charlotte's search for her drug-addicted sister, Liz. Liz was last seen heading for the Church of the One Accord. So, Charlotte enlists the help of an ex-Marine,...
- 3/8/2014
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
XLrator Media's latest film from The Butcher Brothers, entitled Holy Ghost People (review), is now in limited theatrical release; and we have an entire image gallery full of their weird beliefs right here for you, free of any threats which may come via snakebite.
The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star.
XLrator Media also released Holy Ghost People on VOD and iTunes on February 18th.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister's fate.
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
Got news? Click here to submit it!
The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star.
XLrator Media also released Holy Ghost People on VOD and iTunes on February 18th.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister's fate.
Visit The Evilshop @ Amazon!
Got news? Click here to submit it!
- 2/21/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Holy Ghost People will be released to VOD services on February 18th and we’ve been provided with an exclusive clip from the movie:
“Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister’s fate.”
Holy Ghost People was directed by Mitchell Altieri, written by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores, Kevin Artigue, and Joe Egender. The movie stars Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson.
XLrator Media is distributing the movie and it will first be released to VOD on February 18th. A limited theatrical release will start on February 21st and we expect a Blu-ray/DVD release down the line, although it has not yet been officially announced.
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“Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister’s fate.”
Holy Ghost People was directed by Mitchell Altieri, written by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores, Kevin Artigue, and Joe Egender. The movie stars Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson.
XLrator Media is distributing the movie and it will first be released to VOD on February 18th. A limited theatrical release will start on February 21st and we expect a Blu-ray/DVD release down the line, although it has not yet been officially announced.
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- 2/17/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Coming to VOD February 18th and then limited theatrical release on February 21st is the latest from director Mitchell Altieri and writer Phil Flores, the duo formally known as "The Butcher Brothers" ('The Hamiltons,' 'The Violent Kind') 'Holy Ghost People.' And we've got an exclusive clip from the film just for you devoted Fearnet followers. Quick set-up, 'Holy Ghost People' is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister's fate. It stars Emma Greenwell (Showtime’s "Shameless"), Brendan McCarthy (HBO’s "True Blood", FX’s "Justified"), Joe Egender (Hunger, The Frankenstein Theory), Cameron Richardson (CBS’ "Harper’s Island," Alvin and the Chipmunks). Below the clip, you can also find the full trailer. Fearnet's own Scott Weinberg reviewed the 'Holy Ghost People...
- 2/10/2014
- by Rob Galluzzo
- FEARnet
The good folks over at XLrator Media have provided Dread Central with an exclusive first clip from the latest film from The Butcher Brothers, entitled Holy Ghost People (review). If you have a fear of snakes, which we're sure some of you do (we're looking at You, Mr. Jones), you may wanna skip it. If you're brave, check it out right now!
The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star.
XLrator Media will be releasing Holy Ghost People on VOD and iTunes on February 18th and in theaters on February 21st.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where...
The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star.
XLrator Media will be releasing Holy Ghost People on VOD and iTunes on February 18th and in theaters on February 21st.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where...
- 2/7/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Holy Ghost People will be making its way to theaters and VOD later this month, and we have release details, photos, and the official trailer.
“Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister’s fate.”
Holy Ghost People was directed by Mitchell Altieri, written by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores, Kevin Artigue, and Joe Egender. The movie stars Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson. XLrator Media is distributing the movie and it will first be released to VOD on February 18th. A limited theatrical release will start on February 21st and we expect a Blu-ray/DVD release down the line, although it has not yet been officially announced.
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“Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister’s fate.”
Holy Ghost People was directed by Mitchell Altieri, written by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores, Kevin Artigue, and Joe Egender. The movie stars Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson. XLrator Media is distributing the movie and it will first be released to VOD on February 18th. A limited theatrical release will start on February 21st and we expect a Blu-ray/DVD release down the line, although it has not yet been officially announced.
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- 2/4/2014
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
Holy Ghost People will make its way to VOD and DVD courtesy of Xlrator Media on February 18 2014. The film combines violence religious overtones and mythos to create a haunting and intriguing story. Holy Ghost People is about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains where she encounters a snakehandling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sisters fate. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri written by Kevin Artigue Joe Egender Mitchell Altieri Phil Flores and stars Emma Greenwell Joe Egender Brendan McCarthy Cameron Richardson Don Harvey and Roger Aaron Brown.
- 1/27/2014
- Best-Horror-Movies.com
The good folks over at XLrator Media have provided Dread Central with an exclusive first look at the latest film from The Butcher Brothers, entitled Holy Ghost People (review). Then they asked if we could post it instead of just admiring it, and we figured what the heck? Check it out right now!
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
XLrator Media will be releasing Holy Ghost People on VOD and iTunes on February 18th and in theaters on February 21st.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns...
Emma Greenwell, Brendan McCarthy, Joe Egender, and Cameron Richardson star. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
XLrator Media will be releasing Holy Ghost People on VOD and iTunes on February 18th and in theaters on February 21st.
Synopsis
Holy Ghost People is a Southern Gothic thriller about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns...
- 1/9/2014
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
The Butcher Brothers (Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores) have reteamed for the found footage film - Raised by Wolves. This film is currently in post-production, from Helios Productions and San Francisco Independent Cinema. A supernatural horror film, Raised by Wolves now has an official trailer. As well, the film stars porn actress Jenna Haze and actors Keith Roenke and Evan Crooks. The story begins with several amateur skaterboarders. Rumours tell of a haunted home, with an empty pool (perfect for riding). The skaters head up to the isolated locale, only to find that the rumours are true. Spirits inhabit their bodies, until no one remains. Fans of found footage or possession themed horror can take a look at the first clip. Full of shaky camera work, the trailer shows some of the horrors found in one deadly home. Director: Mitchell Altieri. Writers: Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores and Cory Knauf. Cast: Jenna Haze,...
- 12/19/2013
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Chicago – As much as our love for Netflix continues to grow on a daily basis as the company expands its grip on the streaming empire by offering brilliant programming like “Orange is the New Black” and “House of Cards,” the interface, both on computer and iOS can be a little overwhelming. How do you find something worth watching?
Some of the personalized recommendations are good. Some are horrendous. Let us be your guide. On the first Tuesday of every month (and likely more often as the library of this service continues to grow), we’ll give you ten interesting movies to add to your queue. We’ll shoot for a mix of new and old, a variety of genres, major films and minor ones — the “something for everyone” aspect that Netflix uses so well. We’ll be brief — ten movies, ten Netflix descriptions, our brief reasons as to why these flicks made the cut,...
Some of the personalized recommendations are good. Some are horrendous. Let us be your guide. On the first Tuesday of every month (and likely more often as the library of this service continues to grow), we’ll give you ten interesting movies to add to your queue. We’ll shoot for a mix of new and old, a variety of genres, major films and minor ones — the “something for everyone” aspect that Netflix uses so well. We’ll be brief — ten movies, ten Netflix descriptions, our brief reasons as to why these flicks made the cut,...
- 9/4/2013
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
The North American rights to the acclaimed Southern Goth thriller, ‘Holy Ghost People,’ have been acquired by XLrator Media, following the movie’s world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film, which was helmed by Mitchell Altieri, one half of the Butcher Brothers directing duo, was written by Kevin Artigue, Joe Egender, Altieri and Phil Flores, the other half of the Butcher Brothers. XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced ‘Holy Ghost People’s acquisition by the multi-platform releasing company. “Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic ‘The Thompsons,’ we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” [ Read More ]
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- 4/17/2013
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
XLrator Media has announced their acquisition of the North American rights to Holy Ghost People, a dark and moody backwoods thriller that riveted audiences at this year's South By Southwest Film Festival. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri, who co-wrote with Phil Flores (Altieri & Flores are also known as The Butcher Brothers, who created the vampire-themed films The Hamiltons and The Thompsons), with Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender. Holy Ghost People is a southern gothic thriller/drama about a teenager searching for her lost sister in the Appalachian Mountains, where she encounters a snake-handling religious cult and eventually learns the truth about her sister's fate. You can read our review here. Release dates have not yet been finalized, so stay tuned for updates... in the meantime, here's the trailer: SXSW (2013) - Holy Ghost People Trailer #1 - Drama HD...
- 4/5/2013
- by Gregory Burkart
- FEARnet
XLrator Media has acquired the rights to Holy Ghost People, described as a Southern Gothic thriller. The film premiered at SXSW this past month and is directed by Mitchell Altieri, one of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons). Read on for the press release detailing the film.
Los Angeles (Apr. 4, 2013) – XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller, Holy Ghost People, following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,...
Los Angeles (Apr. 4, 2013) – XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller, Holy Ghost People, following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,...
- 4/4/2013
- by Andy Greene
- FamousMonsters of Filmland
Good news has come in for those of you excited to check out the latest flick from the Butcher Brothers, Holy Ghost People (review)! The flick has scored distro, and we have the early details for you right here. Check it out!
From the Press Release
XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller Holy Ghost People following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” said Gordon.
From the Press Release
XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller Holy Ghost People following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri, and Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” said Gordon.
- 4/4/2013
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller, Holy Ghost People, following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
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- 4/4/2013
- by HorrorNews.net
- Horror News
"Holy Ghost People," the latest thriller from director Mitchell Altieri of the Butcher Brothers ("The Violent Kind"), has been picked up by XLrator Media. The company, who also distributed Altieri and Phil Flores' 2012 vampire film "The Thompsons," has secured all North American right to "Holy Ghost People." Read More: Meet the 2013 SXSW Filmmakers #35: Mitchell Altieri Directs a Congregation of Outcasts in American Gothic 'Holy Ghost People' Emma Greenwell of "Shameless" stars in the film as Charlotte, who goes on a search for her missing sister with the help of unstable ex-Marine Wayne (Brendan McCarthy). Her sister disappeared in the Appalachian Mountains where the Church of One Accord and its fiercly devout members are found. The church is led by a snake-handling preacher named Brother Billy (Joe Egender) who leads his congregation into harmful and even deadly pursuits of salvation. Wayne and Charlotte's journey on the mountain leads them to.
- 4/4/2013
- by Cristina A. Gonzalez
- Indiewire
XLrator Media has announced that they have acquired North American distribution rights to Holy Ghost People, a movie which recently had its premiere at SXSW:
Los Angeles (Apr. 4, 2013) – XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller, Holy Ghost People, following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” said Gordon.
In the film, 19-year-old Charlotte (Emma Greenwell, “Shameless”) enlists the help of alcoholic ex-Marine Wayne (Brendan McCarthy) to...
Los Angeles (Apr. 4, 2013) – XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller, Holy Ghost People, following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest. The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers). XLrator Media CEO Barry Gordon announced the deal today.
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” said Gordon.
In the film, 19-year-old Charlotte (Emma Greenwell, “Shameless”) enlists the help of alcoholic ex-Marine Wayne (Brendan McCarthy) to...
- 4/4/2013
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
XLrator Media has acquired all North American rights to the Southern Gothic thriller, Holy Ghost People (review), following its world premiere last month at South by Southwest.
The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” said Gordon.
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The film is directed by Mitchell Altieri – one half of the Butcher Brothers (The Hamiltons, The Thompsons) – and written by Kevin Artigue & Joe Egender, Altieri & Phil Flores (the other half of the Butcher Brothers).
“Following our great experience working with the Butcher Brothers on the vampire epic The Thompsons, we’re thrilled to be releasing Mitchell’s extraordinary new film which created such a sensation at SXSW,” said Gordon.
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- 4/4/2013
- shocktillyoudrop.com
Just a few weeks ago, Mitchell Altieri's (one half of The Butcher Brothers) Holy Ghost People (review) celebrated its world premiere at the 2013 SXSW Film Festival.
Starring Emma Greenwell, Joe Egender, Brendan McCarthy, Cameron Richardson and Don Harvey, Holy Ghost People follows a young girl named Charlotte (Greenwell) who enlists the help of an ex-Marine (McCarthy) in locating her missing sister, who last contacted her while living on a religious compound tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains.
Holy Ghost People was co-written by Altieri, Phil Flores (the other half of The Butcher Brothers), Egender and Kevin Artigue. Dread Central recently chatted with both Altieri and Flores about their latest collaboration and their experiences working with their cast in the mountains of Tennessee. The duo also discussed their next feature project, Raised by Wolves, which is currently being wrapped up in post-production.
Dread Central: How much research did you guys...
Starring Emma Greenwell, Joe Egender, Brendan McCarthy, Cameron Richardson and Don Harvey, Holy Ghost People follows a young girl named Charlotte (Greenwell) who enlists the help of an ex-Marine (McCarthy) in locating her missing sister, who last contacted her while living on a religious compound tucked away in the Appalachian Mountains.
Holy Ghost People was co-written by Altieri, Phil Flores (the other half of The Butcher Brothers), Egender and Kevin Artigue. Dread Central recently chatted with both Altieri and Flores about their latest collaboration and their experiences working with their cast in the mountains of Tennessee. The duo also discussed their next feature project, Raised by Wolves, which is currently being wrapped up in post-production.
Dread Central: How much research did you guys...
- 4/2/2013
- by thehorrorchick
- DreadCentral.com
It was only a matter of time before the filmmaking team known as "The Butcher Brothers" would drop the slightly silly moniker and start crediting themselves as normal guys, and it only seems fitting that Mitch Altieri and Phil Flores would choose to do it with a film like Holy Ghost People. The duo has shown some skill and (better yet) improvement with each successive movie -- The Hamiltons, The Violent Kind, The Thompsons (and yes I left out April Fools Day to be kind) -- but their latest is easily their most complete, cohesive, and compelling thriller yet.
The simple gritty film works as both a dramatic piece and a thriller at the same time, and tonally it seems to borrow a little from the early indie films of David Gordon Green, which is meant as a compliment to all involved. At its best moments Holy Ghost People provides...
The simple gritty film works as both a dramatic piece and a thriller at the same time, and tonally it seems to borrow a little from the early indie films of David Gordon Green, which is meant as a compliment to all involved. At its best moments Holy Ghost People provides...
- 3/11/2013
- by Scott Weinberg
- FEARnet
Usually known as one half of horror duo The Butcher Brothers (along with filmmaker Phil Flores), Mitchell Altieri comes to Austin with his new slow burning drama "Holy Ghost People," set among the snake handling churches of the Appalachian Mountains. What it's about: "Holy Ghost People" is about absolute faith -- the strength it can bring and the evil it can inspire. About the filmmaker: I started film-making at a young age. I was inspired by offbeat films like Over The Edge, The Wanderers and anything David Lynch. This is my first venture outside the horror genre in a handful of years. I didn't start in horror but always loved dark stories. After shooting my last film "The Thompsons" in the UK, I wanted to get back to my roots and tell a gritty, American tale. "Holy Ghost People"was that story I wanted to tell. It plays like an old Southern Gothic novel.
- 3/6/2013
- by Indiewire
- Indiewire
Writer-director-producer Mitchell Altieri is best known as one half of The Butcher Brothers - a name he shares with Phil Flores - but he leaves his regular nom de plume behind, along with the strict horror focus of the Butchers' work, with his upcoming SXSW selected feature Holy Ghost People. In some ways the shift in credited name is a bit surprising as Flores and regular Butcher collaborator Joe Egender are very much present in the film, but in other ways it makes perfect sense. Because while The Butcher Brothers have become something of a brand, brands can be restrictive when you want to do something a little bit different. And this very much is different, though existing fans will still find plenty of darkness...
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- 2/20/2013
- Screen Anarchy
South by Southwest (SXSW) is just one of many film festivals, we here at Sound On Sight cover yearly. The fest, which takes place every spring in Austin, Texas, began in 1987, and has continued to grow in size every year. The fest announced the first wave of films back in early January, and the lineup included some highly anticipated films such as The Incredible Burt Wonderstone, Evil Dead, Downloaded and Spring Breakers. Now the full lineup has been announced, and it just might be one of the best lineups the festival has ever programmed.
SXSW takes place March 8-16 in Austin Texas. Here are just some of the films we are excited about.
Narrative Feature Competition – This year’s 8 films were selected from 1,191 submissions. Each film is a World Premiere.
Awful Nice
Director/Screenwriter: Todd Sklar, Screenwriter: Alex Rennie
Estranged brothers Jim and Dave must travel to Branson together when...
SXSW takes place March 8-16 in Austin Texas. Here are just some of the films we are excited about.
Narrative Feature Competition – This year’s 8 films were selected from 1,191 submissions. Each film is a World Premiere.
Awful Nice
Director/Screenwriter: Todd Sklar, Screenwriter: Alex Rennie
Estranged brothers Jim and Dave must travel to Branson together when...
- 2/1/2013
- by Ricky
- SoundOnSight
Some of the best films of the 2012/2013 calender year from Richard Linklater, Harmony Korine, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Andrew Bujalski, Jeff Nichols, David Gordon Green, Shane Carruth and Joshua Oppenheimer are among the headliner names for the 2013 edition of the South by Southwest Film Festival. With a little over 100 plus film line-up (a whopping 2000+ titles were submitted), almost 70 are world premieres: there is the highly anticipated sophomore film (that has been on our radar since it first went into production) with M. Blash’s (The Wait), Joe Swanberg who makes SXSW his second home will premiere Drinking Buddies, veteran indie filmmaker John Sayles saddles in with Go For Sisters, and rounding out the Narrative Spotlight section we’ve got The Bounceback from Bryan Poyser, Loves Her Gun from Geoff Marslett along with titles we thought might break into Park City, but found an Austin home instead with Jacob Vaughan’s Milo and...
- 2/1/2013
- by Eric Lavallee
- IONCINEMA.com
This week The Butcher Brothers' latest project, The Thompsons, arrived on Blu-Ray and DVD everywhere, and to mark the occasion, Dread Central caught up with the filmmaking duo, Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores, to chat about the sequel to the 2006 modern vampire flick The Hamiltons.
The Thompsons still follows the Hamilton family, but this time things are a bit different as the clan of vamps are on the search for a potential cure, other people like them and getting a dangerous taste of freedom while traveling the world. Written by The Butcher Brothers and star Cory Knauf, The Thompsons also stars Samuel Child, Joseph McKelheer, Mackenzie Firgens, Elizabeth Henstridge and Ryan Hartwig.
Read on for our exclusive interview with The Butcher Brothers on The Thompsons, their future projects and much more!
Dread Central: So back when you were working on The Hamiltons in '06, did you have any idea...
The Thompsons still follows the Hamilton family, but this time things are a bit different as the clan of vamps are on the search for a potential cure, other people like them and getting a dangerous taste of freedom while traveling the world. Written by The Butcher Brothers and star Cory Knauf, The Thompsons also stars Samuel Child, Joseph McKelheer, Mackenzie Firgens, Elizabeth Henstridge and Ryan Hartwig.
Read on for our exclusive interview with The Butcher Brothers on The Thompsons, their future projects and much more!
Dread Central: So back when you were working on The Hamiltons in '06, did you have any idea...
- 1/4/2013
- by thehorrorchick
- DreadCentral.com
A sequel to The Hamiltons, The Thompsons is an indie horror film directed by Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores aka the Butcher Brothers, which premiered at the London FrightFest Film Festival on August 26th, 2012.
We have an exclusive clip if you’re interested learning more about a sequel to 2006s fugitive vampire clan movie, which is being described as ‘Twilight meets Tarantino’.
Now available on DVD and Blu-ray, a movie about pretty teenage vampires stars Corey Knauf, Samuel Child, Joseph McKelheer, Mackenzie Firgens, Ryan Hartwig, Elizabeth Henstridge, Sean Browne, and Tim Holloway.
The effects are a mixture of practical and digital and have been upgraded from the original. However, the action sequences are still very unrealistic, as well as the fight scenes were poorly put together.
Check out the exclusive clip along with the official trailer and cover art below.
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We have an exclusive clip if you’re interested learning more about a sequel to 2006s fugitive vampire clan movie, which is being described as ‘Twilight meets Tarantino’.
Now available on DVD and Blu-ray, a movie about pretty teenage vampires stars Corey Knauf, Samuel Child, Joseph McKelheer, Mackenzie Firgens, Ryan Hartwig, Elizabeth Henstridge, Sean Browne, and Tim Holloway.
The effects are a mixture of practical and digital and have been upgraded from the original. However, the action sequences are still very unrealistic, as well as the fight scenes were poorly put together.
Check out the exclusive clip along with the official trailer and cover art below.
Click here to view the embedded video.
Click here to view the embedded video.
- 1/2/2013
- by Nick Martin
- Filmofilia
The Butcher Brothers, Phil Flores and Mitchell Altieri, have come back to their bloody and emotional world of vampires with “The Thompsons,” the sequel to “The Hamiltons.” ShockYa was on hand to speak with the directors about their vision, why vampires have so many fans, and more. “The Thompsons” is on DVD and Blu-ray now. First, I’m glad that you guys were able to make a sequel to “The Hamiltons.” I read how excited people were about the first film, so I’m sure they’ll be glad to see “The Thompsons.” How did you come up with the idea for these types of vampires in general? Phil Flores: We wanted to [ Read More ]
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- 1/1/2013
- by monique
- ShockYa
I may have been a little too tough on the 2007 indie vampire flick The Hamiltons. Reviewing it for another website, I said this: "Feeling more like an angsty indie drama than any sort of horrific piece of cinema, the movie is jam-packed with all the things that make 'homemade' movies so irritating: Clumsy screenwriting, wooden acting, and a sense of self-importance run rampant throughout The Hamiltons. Not even the few moments of grim humor and bloodletting can salvage the flick's leaden pacing and overbaked narrative."
Yikes. Pretty rough. And then once co-directors Mitch Altieri and Phil Flores presented us with April Fools Day (2008) and The Violent Kind (2010), I figured I would just leave the "Butcher Brothers" to their fans and focus on indie horror films I actually enjoyed. So here's some good news for all involved: The Thompsons (aka The Hamiltons Part 2, although you need not have seen (or liked!
Yikes. Pretty rough. And then once co-directors Mitch Altieri and Phil Flores presented us with April Fools Day (2008) and The Violent Kind (2010), I figured I would just leave the "Butcher Brothers" to their fans and focus on indie horror films I actually enjoyed. So here's some good news for all involved: The Thompsons (aka The Hamiltons Part 2, although you need not have seen (or liked!
- 12/31/2012
- by Scott Weinberg
- FEARnet
Title: The Thompsons Directed by: Mitchell Altieri & Phil Flores Starring: Mackenzie Firgens, Elizabeth Henstridge and Cory Knauf Running time: 82 minutes, Rated R, Available on DVD Special Features: 6 featurettes – Relocating the Family, Scribed in Blood, Humans to Monsters, Awakening the Project, Families, The Ringlestone Inn and Trailer Sequel to The Hamiltons, the siblings (now using the alias Thompson) are on the run from the law in England and Paris, trying to find a vampire clan who are the link to uncovering their parent’s mysterious past. The Thompson kids are on the run after an unfortunate incident where they massacre everyone in a California bar after little brother [ Read More ]
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- 12/30/2012
- by juliana
- ShockYa
Directors/writers: The Butcher Brothers (Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores). Cast: Cory Knauf, Samuel Child, Elizabeth Henstridge, Daniel O'Meara, Mackenzie Firgens, Ryan Hartwig, Sean Browne, Tom Holloway, Joseph McKelheer, and Selina Giles. The Thompsons is a sequel to the 2006 film The Hamiltons. Both films deal with a vampire clan in search of ever more blood to drink. This reviewer is unfamiliar with the first film, but this second title can be seen on its own. Centrally, The Thompsons is a story of Francis (Cory Knauf). His voice over narration guides the story from the United States over to the United Kingdom. His journey is full of violence with his brothers and sisters looking for aid for the fallen Lenny (Ryan Hartwig). They do not find help, but they do find a malevolent vampire clan bent on destroying them. The Butcher Brothers (Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores) have created a fantastic tale...
- 11/13/2012
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Firstly, Cult Epics has shifted its DVD of Rene Daalder’s psychochiller Hysteria (pictured), starring Patrick McGoohan and Amanda Plummer, from December to March 12, when there will also be a Blu-ray edition released. We also heard direct from the company that a making-of featurette and trailer will be included on the discs; retail prices are $24.98 for the DVD and $29.98 for the Blu-ray. Meanwhile, Paramount Home Entertainment will issue Paranormal Activity 4 January 22 in an unrated directors cut on DVD ($29.99) and Blu-ray/DVD combo ($39.99). And XLrator Media brings The Thompsons, the sequel to The Hamiltons by The Butcher Brothers (a.k.a. Phil Flores and Mitchell Altieri), in which the titular family of vampires encounters a similar brood after fleeing to England, to DVD ($14.99) and Blu-ray/DVD combo ($20.99) January 1.
Meanwhile, on the international-horror scene, Dark Sky Films has set a January 8 DVD ($24.98) and Blu-ray ($29.98) date for Jaume Balagueró’s truly disturbing Sleep Tight.
Meanwhile, on the international-horror scene, Dark Sky Films has set a January 8 DVD ($24.98) and Blu-ray ($29.98) date for Jaume Balagueró’s truly disturbing Sleep Tight.
- 11/9/2012
- by gingold@starloggroup.com (Michael Gingold)
- Fangoria
Firstly, Cult Epics has shifted its DVD of Rene Daalder’s psychochiller Hysteria (pictured), starring Patrick McGoohan and Amanda Plummer, from December to March 12, when there will also be a Blu-ray edition released. We also heard direct from the company that a making-of featurette and trailer will be included on the discs; retail prices are $24.98 for the DVD and $29.98 for the Blu-ray. Meanwhile, Paramount Home Entertainment will issue Paranormal Activity 4 January 22 in an unrated directors cut on DVD ($29.99) and Blu-ray/DVD combo ($39.99). And XLrator Media brings The Thompsons, the sequel to The Hamiltons by The Butcher Brothers (a.k.a. Phil Flores and Mitchell Altieri), in which the titular family of vampires encounters a similar brood after fleeing to England, to DVD ($14.99) and Blu-ray/DVD combo ($20.99) January 1.
Meanwhile, on the international-horror scene, Dark Sky Films has set a January 8 DVD ($24.98) and Blu-ray ($29.98) date for Jaume Balagueró’s truly disturbing Sleep Tight.
Meanwhile, on the international-horror scene, Dark Sky Films has set a January 8 DVD ($24.98) and Blu-ray ($29.98) date for Jaume Balagueró’s truly disturbing Sleep Tight.
- 11/9/2012
- by gingold@starloggroup.com (Michael Gingold)
- Fangoria
Firstly, Cult Epics has shifted its DVD of Rene Daalder’s psychochiller Hysteria (pictured), starring Patrick McGoohan and Amanda Plummer, from December to March 12, when there will also be a Blu-ray edition released. We also heard direct from the company that a making-of featurette and trailer will be included on the discs; retail prices are $24.98 for the DVD and $29.98 for the Blu-ray. Meanwhile, Paramount Home Entertainment will issue Paranormal Activity 4 January 22 in an unrated directors cut on DVD ($29.99) and Blu-ray/DVD combo ($39.99). And XLrator Media brings The Thompsons, the sequel to The Hamiltons by The Butcher Brothers (a.k.a. Phil Flores and Mitchell Altieri), in which the titular family of vampires encounters a similar brood after fleeing to England, to DVD ($14.99) and Blu-ray/DVD combo ($20.99) January 1.
Meanwhile, on the international-horror scene, Dark Sky Films has set a January 8 DVD ($24.98) and Blu-ray ($29.98) date for Jaume Balagueró’s truly disturbing Sleep Tight.
Meanwhile, on the international-horror scene, Dark Sky Films has set a January 8 DVD ($24.98) and Blu-ray ($29.98) date for Jaume Balagueró’s truly disturbing Sleep Tight.
- 11/9/2012
- by gingold@starloggroup.com (Michael Gingold)
- Fangoria
The Thompsons (2012) Directorial duo The Butcher Brothers (aka Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores) follow up their 2006 family themed vampire flick “The Hamiltons” with “The Thompsons”, offering up more of the same as the clan quit the Us for the English countryside after an unfortunate incident has them on the run from the police. With older brother David (Samuel Child, also in the Brothers’ “The Violent Kind”) looking after the gravely injured youngest family member Lenny (Ryan Hartwig, recently in Steven C. Miller’s awesome “The Aggression Scale”) while the twins (Mackenzie Firgens and Joseph McKellheer) lurk in Paris, it’s left to Francis (Corey Knauf) to follow up a vague lead on other vampires in a small village called Ludlow in rural England. There he meets the Stuart family, upper class vampires who initially offer their help, but quickly are revealed to have their own less than decent intentions. Coming in below the radar,...
- 9/7/2012
- by James Mudge
- Beyond Hollywood
by Colleen Wanglund, MoreHorror.com
Written and directed by Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores Aka The Butcher Brothers, The Violent Kind is a film that I have mixed feelings about.
The movie opens with three members of a Northern California biker gang, Cody (Cory Knauf), Q (Bret Roberts) and Elroy (Nick Tagas) beating the crap out of someone over a bad drug deal or something. Okay so it’s established that they are a pretty violent crew. Three are headed to an isolated mountain cabin to celebrate Cody’s mom’s birthday with the rest of the gang. The party isn’t going so well for Cody—he’s been informed that he has to take on a crap job (he was born into the gang, his dad being an original member) and then his ex-girlfriend Michelle (Tiffany Shepis) shows up with another guy.
Cody’s mood lifts a bit...
Written and directed by Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores Aka The Butcher Brothers, The Violent Kind is a film that I have mixed feelings about.
The movie opens with three members of a Northern California biker gang, Cody (Cory Knauf), Q (Bret Roberts) and Elroy (Nick Tagas) beating the crap out of someone over a bad drug deal or something. Okay so it’s established that they are a pretty violent crew. Three are headed to an isolated mountain cabin to celebrate Cody’s mom’s birthday with the rest of the gang. The party isn’t going so well for Cody—he’s been informed that he has to take on a crap job (he was born into the gang, his dad being an original member) and then his ex-girlfriend Michelle (Tiffany Shepis) shows up with another guy.
Cody’s mood lifts a bit...
- 7/17/2012
- by admin
- MoreHorror
The Hamiltons Starring: Cory Knauf, Samuel Child, Mackenzie Firgens, Joseph McKelheer Director: Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores (as The Butcher Brothers) Writers: Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores (as The Butcher Brothers), Adam Weis Rated: R The Hamiltons opens with a scene familiar to any horror fan: a dazed and scantily clad young woman (Sweet Valley Highs Brittany Daniel), moving about a dark and dank room in search of an escape, stumbling…...
- 6/1/2012
- Horrorbid
The Butcher Brothers aka Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores introduced us to The Hamiltons,the vamp family next door. In 2013 The Butcher Brothers will bring us The Thompsons. In The Thompsons will see the returning family members of the Hamilton's played by Samuel Child, Joseph McKelheer and Mackenzie Firgens. The Thompsons stars Elizabeth Henstridge, Sean Browne, Tom Holloway, Ryan Hartwig, Daniel O'Meara, Selina Giles and Sean Cronin.
- 2/15/2012
- Best-Horror-Movies.com
Back in 2006 filmmaking duo Mitchell Altieri and Phil Flores (Aka The Butcher Brothers) introduced us to the disturbing vamps next door tale 'The Hamiltons'. And next year will see the release of its follow-up 'The Thompsons'. The family have moved over to the UK and have had a bit of an identity change due to the authorities not looking favourably on vampiric killing. The first new piece of artwork from the sequel, which will see the returning family members of the Hamilton crew played by Samuel Child, Joseph McKelheer, Mackenzie Firgens and co-writer Cory Knauf, has been revealed below. Check out the poster further down along with the brief plot synopsis. Elizabeth Henstridge, Sean Browne, Tom Holloway, Ryan Hartwig, Daniel O'Meara, Selina Giles and Sean Cronin all co-star in the sequel....
- 2/15/2012
- Horror Asylum
Fancy a scare of the unfamiliar variety? Then check out some of the finest horror movies you've never seen...
There are a lot of terrible horror movies out there. Possibly more than any other genre, horror seems to appeal to wannabe filmmakers who figure it’s easy and cheap to pull off a scary movie – and thanks to the success of many low budget horror movies, distributors seem to be putting out an awful lot of them. So I’d understand if you didn’t want to trawl through an endless sea of crap to find the few real gems amongst the cinematic slurry.
But I’m an addict, and keep coming back for more punishment. The payoff is that sometimes, very occasionally, you discover something brilliant. Here are 25 great horror movies that you probably haven’t seen, possibly haven’t even heard of (some of them don’t even...
There are a lot of terrible horror movies out there. Possibly more than any other genre, horror seems to appeal to wannabe filmmakers who figure it’s easy and cheap to pull off a scary movie – and thanks to the success of many low budget horror movies, distributors seem to be putting out an awful lot of them. So I’d understand if you didn’t want to trawl through an endless sea of crap to find the few real gems amongst the cinematic slurry.
But I’m an addict, and keep coming back for more punishment. The payoff is that sometimes, very occasionally, you discover something brilliant. Here are 25 great horror movies that you probably haven’t seen, possibly haven’t even heard of (some of them don’t even...
- 1/4/2012
- Den of Geek
The Violent Kind
Stars: Corey Knauf, Taylor Cole, Bret Roberts, Christina McDowell, Tiffany Shepis | Written by Phil Flores | Directed by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores (aka The Butcher Brothers)
Cody (Knauf), a second-generation member of a violent and notorious Nor-Cal biker gang, ride out with his friends to party at a cabin located deep within the redwood forest. At the end of the wild evening, things take a turn for the worse when Cody’s ex-girlfriend Michelle (Shepis) is discovered wandering aimlessly and covered in blood, screaming and convulsing as if she were possessed by something unworldly. Cody and the others try desperately to help Michelle while stuck in the middle of nowhere, but their plans are quickly ruined when another malicious gang, seemingly from the 1950s, shows up “looking for a few kicks…the violent kind.” However, this ominous Rockabilly gang is not there to pick a fight. They want...
Stars: Corey Knauf, Taylor Cole, Bret Roberts, Christina McDowell, Tiffany Shepis | Written by Phil Flores | Directed by Mitchell Altieri, Phil Flores (aka The Butcher Brothers)
Cody (Knauf), a second-generation member of a violent and notorious Nor-Cal biker gang, ride out with his friends to party at a cabin located deep within the redwood forest. At the end of the wild evening, things take a turn for the worse when Cody’s ex-girlfriend Michelle (Shepis) is discovered wandering aimlessly and covered in blood, screaming and convulsing as if she were possessed by something unworldly. Cody and the others try desperately to help Michelle while stuck in the middle of nowhere, but their plans are quickly ruined when another malicious gang, seemingly from the 1950s, shows up “looking for a few kicks…the violent kind.” However, this ominous Rockabilly gang is not there to pick a fight. They want...
- 8/2/2011
- by Phil
- Nerdly
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