Category Archives: Press

Jorg Buttgereit’s NEKROMANTIK 2 Premieres on Blu-ray and new DVD February 10, 2015   NEKROMANTIK 2 The Return of the Loving Dead From director Jorg Buttgereit comes Nekromantik 2, the gore horror sequel to his 1987 classic Nekromantik (now available thru Cult Epics.) Monika (Monika M.) is a beautiful necrophiliac who lives alone in Berlin.Continue reading “NEKROMANTIK 2 Coming to Blu-ray & DVD!”

  **NEW TITLE ANNOUNCEMENTS** Our month-long “Shocktober” celebration continues with two more films to reveal. The 1988 horror comedies VAMPIRE’S KISS (with Nicholas Cage) and HIGH SPIRITS (with Peter O’Toole, Steve Guttenberg and Daryl Hannah) will make their debut on the Blu-ray format next Feb as a double-feature! Artwork you see here is final. ThereContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces Vampire’s Kiss & High Spirits!”

I am sure a lot of people will get excited by this announcement. I can still remember the first time seeing Ghoulies as a kid!   **NEW TITLE ANNOUNCEMENTS** Our month-long “Shocktober” celebration continues with two more films to reveal. 1984’s GHOULIES and its 1988 sequel GHOULIES II (Both from Empire Films/Charles Band) will makeContinue reading “Ghoulies I & II Coming to blu-ray this Spring from Scream Factory”

So Couch Cutter is coming back and they will be hosting a free streaming channel! This will be available on Roku (whatever the fuck that is), mobile devices and on their website! They are going to revive the late night horror block! Every Wednesday night they will provide a free block of indie horror films,Continue reading “Couch Cutter Is Returning! This Time With A FREE Streaming Channel!”

Scream Factory just keeps the new titles coming! Now making it’s way to Blu-Ray is Jeff Burr’s great anthology flick From A Whisper To A Scream (The Offspring)! Very excited about this one!   **NEW TITLE ANNOUNCEMENT** Our month-long “Shocktober” celebration continues with another film to reveal. In Feb 2015, the 1987 anthology horror filmContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces Jeff Burr’s From A Whisper To A Scream!”

SF have finally located an actual UNCUT HD copy of the Vault of Horror at the British Film Institute! This is awesome news! Read on for the full press release! **VAULT OF HORROR Update** For all of you waiting patiently for our double feature blu-ray release of TALES FROM THE CRYPT / VAULT OF HORRORContinue reading “Scream Factory Gives Us An Update on the Vault of Horror release!”

So we are four days into the month of October and Scream Factory has been making announcements left and right! One the first they announced a double feature blu-ray for LOVE AT FIRST BITE and ONCE BITTEN. I could honestly do without this release. On the second they announced they will be releasing CLASS OFContinue reading “Scream Factory has been busy already this Oct!”

You’ll Never Skip School Again Play Hooky Coming to DVD October 21st From Wild Eye Releasing New York, NY — Wild Eye Releasing, a longtime sponsor of the PollyGrind Film Festival, has announced the upcoming October 21 DVD and VOD release of Frank S. Petrilli’s Play Hooky.  A hit among critics and audiences, the film took home the Most Innovative FilmContinue reading “Play Hooky Coming From Wild Eye Oct 21”

New York, NY – Wild Eye Releasing has announced that Mike Davis’President Wolfman will be available to own on DVD August 26 following a wildly successful festival run.  Since its premiere at the Sydney Underground Film Festival, President Wolfman has been a favorite of audiences and critics alike, with the Huffington Post applauding the filmmakers for delivering “a candidate both partiesContinue reading “President Wolfman Takes Office on DVD August 26”

Joe Stauffer’s Pieces of Talent, an award-winning independent horror film, is now available on DVD exclusively at PiecesOfTalent.com. This special edition release comes autographed and includes a second disc featuring an hour of bonus content. Pieces of Talent features special effects by Tony Rosen, who created the iconic Annabelle doll for The Conjuring and theContinue reading “PIECES OF TALENT Now Available on Limited Edition DVD & VHS”

So today Scream Factory has unveiled Nathan Thomas Milliner’s artwork for the collector’s edition of DOLLS! I have never seen this one, but the art work looks pretty great and I think it was Newsfinder that told me it was pretty good! Release date is set for 11/11/14 and extra features will be announced atContinue reading “Scream Factory Unveils Artwork For Dolls!”

With this update Scream Factory have announced some dates for upcoming releases such as Dark Half, Monkey Shines, Dolls and The Doctor and the Devils. They have also given us a bit of an update for the future releases of New Years Evil, Hellhole, Dog Soldiers & Lords of Illusions. From Scream Factory’s Facebook: ***UPCOMINGContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces Dates for Some Upcoming Releases”

So last night while we were recording Exorcast, Scream Factory announced they will be releasing 10 new blu-ray titles from SDCC. The titles include The Dark Hald, Monkey Shines, Candyman II, Phantom of the Opera, New Year’s Evil, Scarecrows (!!!!!) and Invaders from Mars. I know that’s not ten… the rest will be collectors editions;Continue reading “Scream Factory Announces 10 New Blu-ray Titles!”

If you’re in the mood for some contemporary chills this Halloween then take note as the 2011 Colombian film THE SQUAD marches in on Blu-ray and DVD for the first time in the U.S. on October 21st! Synopsis: When all communication with a remote military base situated in an area of intense guerrilla activity isContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces BD/DVD for Colombian Film The Squad”

THE BALLAD OF THE WORMS COMING FROM CHUCK CONRY As you may know by now, horror writer/director Chuck Conry’s (zombiesdontrun.net) film MORBID will be released on August 26 on DVD from Wild Eye Releasing. However, Chuck is about to once again get things rolling on his next film, an action/horror/exploitation hybrid titled, THE BALLAD OF THE WORMS WhileContinue reading “THE BALLAD OF THE WORMS COMING FROM CHUCK CONRY”

Yesss! Get your terrible 80’s clothes on and get ready to dance! Some regard Prom Night as one of the greatest slashers of all time and I wouldn’t argue with them! While it’s not one of my favorite slashers, I can remember watching the hell out of it as a child. It holds a specialContinue reading “Synapse Film Announces Prom Night on Blu-ray/DVD September 9th!”

That’s right, Scream Factory has announced that they will be releasing season one of Eli Roth produced Netflix original series Hemlock Grove. Now if you didn’t get a chance to watch this garbage on Netflix you can now own it. Yay. ***NEW TITLE ANNOUNCEMENT!*** Pack your bags and say your prayers — you’re on yourContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces Hemlock Grove on Blu-ray….Wait, What?”

Have you guys been dying to see Clive Barkers true cut of Nightbreed as much as we have? As much as Vincent? This was in fact his and one of his girlfriends “films.”  They wore matching long sleeve shirts to conventions and movie nights. It was quite disgusting. Anyway, we will finally have that chance!Continue reading “Scream Factory Drops the Nightbreed BOMB!”

So I really dig the new art work, but I am happy they are including the original one sheet artwork as the reverse. Thankfully they arent going with that shitty MGM art. From the Scream Factory Facebook:   **ARTWORK REVEAL for SQUIRM (Collector’s Edition)** Check out our newly-designed artwork for the upcoming blu-ray Collector’s EditionContinue reading “Scream Factory Reveal Art for Squirm!”

So we have talked about it on the show, Adam’s upcoming film Hunters is going to be one of the most vile films most of you have seen in a long time, or possibly ever. I personally got to witness a handful of movie goer’s walk out on the trailer before a viewing of CrossContinue reading “Fangoria Has Some Exclusive Stills From Ahlbrandt’s Hunters!”

The Perfect House Starring Felissa Rose & Jonathan Tiersten Coming to DVD July 22nd from Wild Eye Releasing New York, NY — Wild Eye Releasing has announced that The Perfect House, the anthology horror film from Kris Hulbert and Randy Kent, will make its long-awaited DVD release on July 22nd.  Starring Sleepaway Camp‘s Felissa Rose and Jonathan Tiersten and Return of the LivingContinue reading “The Perfect House Starring Felissa Rose Coming to DVD From Wild Eye!”

Casting Announcement: Eli DeGeer To Star In Eric Stanze’s Road Trip Odyssey STOPLIGHT   Filmmaker and actress Eli DeGeer will play the lead role in STOPLIGHT, directed by Eric Stanze. DeGeer played supporting parts to lead roles in short films and commercials before starring in CHINA WHITE SERPENTINE (2003), co-directed by Eric Stanze and RobinContinue reading “Eli DeGeer Added to the Cast of Stanze’s STOPLIGHT!”

So Scream Factory announced that they will be releasing Jeff Lieberman’s 1976 Squirm in their collectors edition series! No specials or what the new artwork will look like, but let’s hope Jeff get’s a new commentary track! From Scream Factory’s Facebook: ***SURPRISE TITLE ANNOUNCEMENT*** The worms crawl in and out this October when we release theContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces SQUIRM on Blu-ray/DVD”

So Scream Factory have revealed the extras for their release of the Motel Hell Collector’s Edition! Features will include a new director commentary which I am personally stoked about! Read on for the full specs! Also, could that artwork be anymore badass? The answer is no. From Scream Factory’s Facebook: ***EXTRAS REVEALED on MOTEL HELL!*** OurContinue reading “Features Revealed For Scream Factory’s Motel Hell Blu-ray!”

Our good friend Adam Ahlbrandt has been added to the cast of director Eric Stanze (Ratline, Scrapbook)’s upcoming film Stoplight! We are pretty excited about this for two reasons; one being that we love Adam here at Exorcast and two Eric has been pumping out solid indie flicks for 20 years! Def a good pairingContinue reading “Adam Ahlbrandt Joins Eric Stanze’s STOPLIGHT”

Wicked Pixel Cinema Launches STOPLIGHT IndieGoGo Campaign   Now you can be a part of independent film history!  Wicked Pixel Cinema recently announced their new feature film, STOPLIGHT, directed by Eric Stanze.  To fuel up the production budget gas tank, Wicked Pixel Cinema has launched an IndieGoGo campaign.  Follow this link to hit the road:Continue reading “Wicked Pixel Cinema Launches STOPLIGHT IndieGoGo Campaign”

So by now everyone has probably heard that Scream Factory has announced the second volume in the Vincent Price Blu-ray Collection. Stoked! The first set was an amazing and much needed release.  Very much looking forward to having Dr. Phibes Rises Again and The House on Haunted Hill on blu! From Scream Factory’s Facebook: ***NEWContinue reading “Scream Factory Announces Vincent Price Collection Vol 2”

So we now know what the Halloween Complete Collection box set art work looks like and frankly it’s pretty fucking awesome.   From Scream Factory’s Facebook: ***HALLOWEEN: THE COMPLETE COLLECTION ART REVEAL!** Happy Friday the 13th! In celebration of this infamous date (and with all due respect to that other masked fellow associated with today),Continue reading “Anchor Bay & Scream Factory Release Halloween Collection Art”

Fred Vogel has announced that the Adam Ahlbrandt-directed cult hit Cross Bearer will see its first US-wide distribution through Vogel’s eminent horror institution Toetag Pictures. With fan demand growing the filmmaker swooped in on Toetag’s offer to release a features-loaded standard edition DVD, as well as a double-disc, limited (to a fitting 666 copies) specialContinue reading “Cross Bearer Official Announcement”

So Fangoria got the exclusive from Blue Underground that they will be releasing Michele Soavi’s first film Stagefright (a.k.a. Bloody Bird, Aquarius) on Blu-ray for the first time in the US and also a new DVD version on September 23rd! This is one of our personal favorite slasher films here at Exorcast, so needless to sayContinue reading “Michele Soavi’s STAGEFRIGHT Coming to Blu-ray from Blue Underground!”

VHShitfest along with our pal Matt from Horror Boobs and that cutie Josh over at Lunchmeat all teamed up to bring us the VHS Documentary we’ve all wanted. There are others, but these dudes all know their shit. The VHS/DVD combo came out some time ago in a Limited Edition and now on June 17thContinue reading “Adjust Your Tracking Coming To DVD”

WHAT’S THAT RUSTLING BETWEEN YOUR EARS? MAYBE IT’S… WORM SQUIRMING YOUR WAY ON DVD AUGUST 12! A WIGGLING NIGHTMARE! In a future where we no longer have the ability to dream, people have turned to ‘Fantasites,’ genetically engineered worm-like parasites, for sleep relief. Delivered right to your door, these “worms” allow you to experience your wildestContinue reading “Synapse Films Brings Indie WORM To DVD”

If you head on over to TOETAG Pictures web store here you can pre-order the single disc DVD of Adam Ahlbrandt’s CROSS BEARER! Pre orders will end on June 30th 2014. Pre-order price is $20, once pre-order is over price will jump to $25 so hurry up and get it! From the official TOETAG store: TOETAGContinue reading “Cross Bearer DVD Pre-Order is LIVE!”

I ran across this yesterday and had to post it. With the 30th Anniversary of Ghostbusters looming and the 25th of Ghostbusters 2 we are being treated to a blu-ray collection from the official site. You can get both films remastered with new 4K Transfers and new special features as well as the ones thatContinue reading “30th Anniversary? “Who Ya Gonna Call?””

A while back Scream Factory announced they would be releasing Jeremy Gardner’s indie zombie flick THE BATTERY on Blu-ray/DVD later this year. Today they revielevd reversable art and listed the date for 9/16/14. You can still get the film from the official website as a digital download for only $5.00! THE BATTERY is one of theContinue reading “Scream Factory Gives Some Insight on The Battery”

Adam Ahlbrandt’s Cross Bearer is getting a 3 disc limited edition digi-pack (looks to me like a media book). Blu-ray, DVD and a bonus DVD with extras, the disc’s look to be region locked so you would need a region free player. There are 3 different sets of art work, each limited to 666 copiesContinue reading “Cross Bearer gets 3 Disc German Release Ltd 666”

So Full Moon has a crazy new contest going up for their new streaming platform called Trophy Heads. In Trophy Heads an extreme fanatic kidnaps down all of his favorite aging scream queen’s and makes them reenact their old film roles. I personally think the trailer and the idea look pretty awesome. So why notContinue reading “Let Full Moon Decapitate You!”

Our good friend Adam Ahlbrandt (Cross Bearer/The Cemetery) will be featured in the upcoming issue of Fangoria’s GOREZONE issue 32! We are very excited for Adam and hope that all of our listeners that aren’t already subscribed to GOREZONE to pick a copy up! You can only get GOREZONE through Fango’s website.

Donald Farmer’s Legendary  Invasion of the Scream Queens Available on DVD for the First Time This June New York, NY — Wild Eye Releasing is honored to announce that the classic documentary Invasion of the Scream Queens will soon be available on DVD.   Originally shot in the early 1990s, during the heyday of direct to video andContinue reading “Donald Farmer’s Invasion of the Scream Queens Coming to DVD For The First Time!”

Peter Grendle’s Blood Soaked Coming to DVD and VOD June 17th From Wild Eye Releasing   New York, NY — Wild Eye Releasing is excited to announce that Peter Grendle’s Blood Soaked will be available nationwide on DVD and VODJune 17th.   Blood Soaked was a horror festival favorite throughout 2013, winning Best Effects at the Jersey Gore Film Festival and playingContinue reading “Blood Soaked Coming To DVD From Wild Eye Releasing”

Anchor Bay Entertainment have announced the release of Jeremy Saulnier’s Blue Ruin on Blu-ray and DVD on July 22, 2014. It is one the best films I have seen in a long time and you can hear Jeff from The Dead Air Podcast and I review it on epsiode 92 of Exorcast. REVENGE COMES HOME  ONContinue reading “Blue Ruin Coming to Blu-ray/DVD This July!”

With Scream Factory’s 2 year anniversary coming up they decided to surprise us with two up coming titles. TALES FROM THE CRYPT & VAULT OF HORROR double feature blu-ray and THE DOCTOR AND THE DEVILS on blu-ray.  Both titles will be out sometime this fall. 1972’s TALES FROM THE CRYPT and 1973’s VAULT OF HORRORContinue reading “Scream Factory Surprise Title Announcement”

THE ONE THAT STARTED IT ALL…          ANCHOR BAY ENTERTAINMENT AND SCREAM FACTORY™, IN AN UNPRECEDENTED PARTNERSHIP, PROUDLY UNVEIL HALLOWEEN THE COMPLETE COLLECTION BLU-RAY™ BOX SETS Limited Edition 15-Disc Deluxe and 10-Disc Edition Brings Together ALL The Halloween Feature Films In One Massive Set For the First Time EVER; All-New Bonus Features, Collectible Packaging,Continue reading “Anchor Bay & Scream Factory Team Up For Halloween The Complete Collection”

MY FAIR ZOMBIE Coming to DVD and Digital Channels August 26th, 2014 May 16, 2014 NY, NY – This August, catch the film die-hard zombie fans are raving about – MY FAIR ZOMBIE!  Winner of “Best Film” at Montreal Horrorfest and “Best Comedy Feature” at Buffalo Dreams Fantastic Film Festival, critics are calling MY FAIRContinue reading “My Fair Zombie Coming To DVD From Alternative Cinema”

John Vernon (CHAINED HEAT, National Lampoon’s ANIMAL HOUSE) and Samantha Eggar (THE BROOD, THE EXTERMINATOR) star in this horror classic from the golden age of the slasher genre. A group of women gather for a weekend casting call at the secluded mansion of director Jonathan Stryker (Vernon). He’s searching for the perfect woman to playContinue reading “Synapse Films brings Curtains to DVD/Blu”

Earlier today Eli Roth unveiled the theatrical poster for his upcoming cannibal film The Green Inferno. I for one am looking forward to this, especially since Aftershock and Hemlock Grove both of which he produced were so terrible. I have personally enjoyed all the the films Roth has directed himself so hopefully this wont letContinue reading “The Green Inferno Theatrical Poster Unveiled”

So Adam’s film Cross Bearer that we hold in high regards is finally getting a proper release from Massacre Video. Still no DVD or Blu-ray has been announced, but guests of this June’s Days of the Dead convention in Indianapolis will get first crack at this tape that will be limited to 100.    Continue reading “Adam Ahlbrandt’s Cross Bearer gets analog treatment from Massacre Video”