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Fantastic Fest Review: Cirque Du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant

Fantastic Fest Review: Cirque Du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant

Darren and Steve are best friends despite different upbringings and personalities. They both attend a mysterious Freak Show populated by fantastical beings, and Darren joins the ranks of the undead by becoming a vampire, but Steve will have his own, darker journey to go through.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on October 26, 2009 | Comments

Is This The Right Cast For The ‘Let The Right One In’ Remake?

Is This The Right Cast For The ‘Let The Right One In’ Remake?

We were all blown away by the original and now the U.S. will have a shot at it with Richard Jenkins, Chloe Moretz, and Kodi Smit-Mcphee. But are they headed in the right direction with this cast? You be the judge. That way we don’t have to form an opinion.

By Rob Hunter on October 3, 2009 | Comments

Why Park Chan-Wook’s ‘Thirst’ Isn’t Worth the Hype

Why Park Chan-Wook’s ‘Thirst’ Isn’t Worth the Hype

All I heard for weeks was how Park’s vampire opus Thirst was a gorgeous, deeply affecting film; my interest was duly peaked. Two very long hours later, I emerged in the minority. I did not like this film.

By Brian Salisbury on September 3, 2009 | Comments

Maggie Q to Kick Vampire Ass in ‘Priest’

Maggie Q to Kick Vampire Ass in ‘Priest’

The model who turned into an action star is joining Paul Bettany in the Old West to murder some blood-sucking fiends.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on August 13, 2009 | Comments

Tim Burton Hops on Vampire Trend with ‘Dark Shadows’

Tim Burton Hops on Vampire Trend with ‘Dark Shadows’

Johnny Depp once said that he was obsessed with the character Barnabas Collins from “Dark Shadows,” and wanted to be him. Now, thanks to Tim Burton, he will get his chance.

By Scott the Intern on July 23, 2009 | Comments

‘Cirque du Freak’ Tranforms into ‘The Vampire’s Assistant,’ Gets a Release Date

‘Cirque du Freak’ Tranforms into ‘The Vampire’s Assistant,’ Gets a Release Date

Casting off one of the worst names I’ve seen in a while, The Vampire’s Assistant has gotten a late-October date with audiences who are hopefully not completely burnt out on vampires just yet.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on July 14, 2009 | Comments

‘Let The Right One In’ Remake Looks to Set Up Shop in Colorado

‘Let The Right One In’ Remake Looks to Set Up Shop in Colorado

Apparently, the guy who directed Cloverfield thinks that Colorado is just as scary as the desolate waste of rural Sweden. Probably just as cold, too.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on June 30, 2009 | Comments

‘Daybreakers’ Trailer Wants to Harvest Your Blood

‘Daybreakers’ Trailer Wants to Harvest Your Blood

The world is facing a massive food shortage. Because they’re running out of human blood.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on June 25, 2009 | Comments

Boiling Point: Light vs Dark

Boiling Point: Light vs Dark

Robert Fure’s been baking in the sun too long and he’s got a few things to say about the battle of good versus evil.

By Robert Fure on June 22, 2009 | Comments

Go Crazy: David Slade Will Direct Third Twilight Film

Go Crazy: David Slade Will Direct Third Twilight Film

After his 30 Days of Night, David Slade gets a shot at creating yet another vampire mythos. Now with romance!

By Dr. Cole Abaius on April 22, 2009 | Comments

19 Awesome New Photos from ‘Blood: The Last Vampire’

19 Awesome New Photos from ‘Blood: The Last Vampire’

It’s Saturday, therefore we aren’t exactly hitting the news circuit with our usual feverishness. So thankfully, our friend Christopher M. dropped me a note this afternoon with a few new pictures from Blood: The Last Vampire.

By Neil Miller on March 28, 2009 | Comments

Full Trailer For ‘Lesbian Vampire Killers’ Shows More Of All Three

Full Trailer For ‘Lesbian Vampire Killers’ Shows More Of All Three

It’s almost impossible to go wrong with a sexy comedy about lesbians. Even if the comedy sucks, you still have the hot lesbians.

By Rob Hunter on February 17, 2009 | Comments

Review: ‘Against The Dark’ Reminds Us Why Steven Seagal Goes Straight To DVD

Review: ‘Against The Dark’ Reminds Us Why Steven Seagal Goes Straight To DVD

How epically bad is Against the Dark? Or is it somehow, miraculously…good? Steven Seagal v. Vampires has us interested, but could it pull through?

By Rob Hunter on February 5, 2009 | Comments

Review: The Vampire Diaries Part 1 – Thicker Than Water

Review: The Vampire Diaries Part 1 – Thicker Than Water

If you’re tired of vampires that only come out for 30 Days of Night or those that glimmer in the sunlight before midterms, maybe you should dig The Vampire Diaries out of your sister’s nightstand.

By Robert Fure on February 4, 2009 | Comments

Steven Seagal: Vampire Slayer

Steven Seagal: Vampire Slayer

No, you’re not dreaming. You’re not hallucinating. You’re not drunk. Ok so you’re drunk, but that doesn’t make this any less true or less awesome – Steven Seagal is going to kick vampire ass in Against the Dark.

By Robert Fure on December 17, 2008 | Comments

‘Twilight’ Success Drives Stake Through Remake Of ‘Near Dark’

‘Twilight’ Success Drives Stake Through Remake Of ‘Near Dark’

Sure, Twilight successfully lowered the bar dramatically when it comes to the quality of bestselling fiction and film. But it also may have put a stop to an unnecessary remake, so that’s a plus.

By Rob Hunter on December 12, 2008 | Comments

WTF: Twilight Is Not a Vampire Movie?!

WTF: Twilight Is Not a Vampire Movie?!

If it’s not a vampire movie, why are there vampires in it? If it’s not a vampire movie, why is this known the world over as “the teen vampire movie”? I suppose we could also say that Iron Man isn’t a superhero movie and It’s a Wonderful Life isn’t a Christmas movie.

By Kevin Carr on November 26, 2008 | Comments

TV Review: True Blood 1.12 – You’ll Be the Death of Me

TV Review: True Blood 1.12 – You’ll Be the Death of Me

The season comes to a close, but not before wrapping up several major storylines. Jason sits in jail for crimes he didn’t commit while the the real killer sets his sights on Sookie. Tara finds her luck changed for the better at the hands of a mysterious benefactor who has unexplained ties to Sam, who has more than his share of secrets.

By Robert Fure on November 24, 2008 | Comments

TV Review: True Blood Episode 1.9 – To Love is to Bury

TV Review: True Blood Episode 1.9 – To Love is to Bury

Bill fulfills the sentence handed down to him by the Vampire hierarchy, creating a new challenge for himself to the tune of a rebellious new vampire. Elsewhere, Sookie seeks comfort and protection in the arms of shape-shifter Sam while the killer strikes again, dumping Jason Stackhouse right back into hot water.

By Robert Fure on November 17, 2008 | Comments

Brand New Old Twilight Footage Premieres on ‘Heroes’

Brand New Old Twilight Footage Premieres on ‘Heroes’

If you were watching Heroes last night, 1) You haven’t given up on that show and B) You caught a glimpse of BRAND NEW Twilight Footage that looks surprisingly familiar.

By Dr. Cole Abaius on November 11, 2008 | Comments