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10 July 2008 5:03 PM, PDT | From iconsoffright.com | See recent Icons of Fright news

On August 26, Anchor Bay Entertainment, the leader in cult and classic horror DVDs, will release Phantasm IV: Oblivion under the prestigious ‘Anchor Bay Collection’ banner. The DVD boasts a brand new anamorphic transfer, a never-before-seen retrospective featurette and a newly recorded commentary by writer/producer/director Don Coscarelli, Reggie “The Ice Cream Man” Bannister and the “Tall Man” himself – Angus Scrimm! Long sought after by aficionados of the legendary franchise, the DVD will be available at an Srp of $14.98 and features all-new cover art!

The original Phantasm broke new ground in horror filmmaking. Coscarelli was instantly hailed as one of the next generation’s ‘Masters of Horror’. And now, after two sequels filled with zombies, dwarves and slicing spheres it’s time for the most bizarre Phantasm yet! The Anchor Bay DVD release of Phantasm IV: Oblivion presents the uncut version of the film, reinstating scenes that were deleted prior

10 July 2008 3:20 PM, PDT | From DreadCentral.com | See recent Dread Central news

Probably the most confusing of the Phantasm franchise, not really a series known for its linear storytelling, Phantasm IV: Oblivion is finally getting a much-needed special edition DVD release on August 26th as part of the Anchor Bay Collection!

This new edition will boast a brand-new anamorphic transfer as well as the following features;

A new retrospective featurette on the series Commentary by director Don Coscarelli, Reggie Bannister and of course the Tall Man himself, Angus Scrimm Honestly I was hoping for a little more from this one, but beggars can’t be choosers, and if nothing else the film will look amazing!

Now, if only someone would get on to making Phantasm V... Click here to pre-order Phantasm IV: Oblivion through Evilshop!

- Johnny Butane

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3 July 2008 8:46 AM, PDT | From iconsoffright.com | See recent Icons of Fright news

Glass Eye Pix and MonsterPants Movies are proud to announce that principal photography was completed in New York City on Tuesday for Satan Hates You, written and directed by James Felix McKenney.

The film's cast is led by Don Wood (TV's Colonial House, In A Fix) and Christine Spencer (Automatons) and also includes Angus Scrimm (Phantasm, TV's Alias), Reggie Bannister (Phantasm, Bubba Ho-tep), Michael Berryman (One Flew Over The Cukoo's Nest, The Hills Have Eyes), Debbie Rochon (Tromeo And Juliet, Terror Firmer) and Producer Larry Fessenden (Habit, The Brave One) with appearances by Pauley Perrette (TV's NCIS, Almost Famous) and author Max Brooks (World War Z, The Zombie Survival Guide).

The film is inspired by Christian "scare" cinema of the 1950's - 70's and tells the story of two troubled individuals (Wood and Spencer) who find themselves on the fast track to losing their immortal souls.

"This film is significantly

19 June 2008 8:55 AM, PDT | From toxicshock.tv | See recent toxicshock news

Take a look at the latest movie poster from Upstart Filmworks for the upcoming horror film “Walking Distance” by director Mel House and starring Adrienne King (Friday the 13th), Debbie Rochon (Satan Hates You) and Reggie Bannister (Phantasm, Carnies) Synopsis: A idyllic, small, self-sufficient community. On the surface, it seems like the perfect neighborhood. Everything you could possibly need is within walking distance. But… the pastoral exterior conceals a dark past and an even darker secret. As a group of individuals [...]

Brian Corder

18 June 2008 6:54 AM, PDT | From iconsoffright.com | See recent Icons of Fright news

This weekend from Friday June 20th through Sunday June 22nd, the Fangoria Weekend Of Horrors convention hits Secaucus, Nj again! Some of the highlights include an Masters Of Italian Horror panel with Ruggero Deodato, Lamberto Bava, FX artist/director Sergio Stivaletti, hosted by actress Coralina Cataldi-Tassoni. Eric Red (one of this month's Fright exclusive interviews!), Angus Scrimm ("The Tall Man" Phantasm), Ken Foree, a Scareflix panel with Larry Fessenden, Graham Reznick, James Felix McKenney & Glenn McQuaid. Tom Noonan, Ray Wise, Ghost Hunters Steve Gonsalves, George Romero and a Night Of The Living Dead reunion and more! Icons own Robg will be moderating the Halloween panel on Friday at 8pm and the Brutal Massacre panel on Sunday at 1pm. Check out the full schedule below! More details, go to the official website at http://www.fangocon.com/

13 June 2008 10:48 AM, PDT | From iconsoffright.com | See recent Icons of Fright news

Fangoria recently chatted with writer/director Mel House (Closet Space), who's currently shooting his latest film Walking Distance with Denton Blane Everett, Glenn Morshower, Kathy Lamkin, Debbie Rochon, Phantasm’s Reggie Bannister, Katie Featherston, Fango “Spooksmodel” Shannon Lark, among others. Today, the site reveals that Adrienne King has joined the cast in the role of Louise Strack. Although King has had a long career in voice-over work, Walking Distance marks her first appearance in front of the camera since Friday The 13Th Part 2! Check out the teaser poster below! To learn more details, click Here to read Fango's original article with quotes from House and executive producer James Lamarr.

6 articles from 2008