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Hairmetal Shotgun Zombie Massacre
• Release Date: Tbd; Head here for details
• Written By: Josh Vargas, Jvstin Whitney
• Directed By: Josh Vargas
• Starring: Andrew Bourgeois, Bobby Haworth, Travers Laville, Garret West, Parrish Randall
This must be my lucky year, creeps! Less than a month into this bad bastard and I’m already reviewin’ the second fright flick in my beloved metal/horror genre! And no matter what you think of these kinds o’ flicks, ya can’t deny they have the snappiest titles in the horror biz! Don’t believe me? Just slap yer putrid peepers on the name of this thing: Hairmetal Shotgun Zombie Massacre! While the title grabs the ol’ attention by the short and curlies, let’s see if everything else about this rock n’ roll nightmare can live up to that monstrous moniker.
Hairmetal Shotgun...
Hairmetal Shotgun Zombie Massacre
• Release Date: Tbd; Head here for details
• Written By: Josh Vargas, Jvstin Whitney
• Directed By: Josh Vargas
• Starring: Andrew Bourgeois, Bobby Haworth, Travers Laville, Garret West, Parrish Randall
This must be my lucky year, creeps! Less than a month into this bad bastard and I’m already reviewin’ the second fright flick in my beloved metal/horror genre! And no matter what you think of these kinds o’ flicks, ya can’t deny they have the snappiest titles in the horror biz! Don’t believe me? Just slap yer putrid peepers on the name of this thing: Hairmetal Shotgun Zombie Massacre! While the title grabs the ol’ attention by the short and curlies, let’s see if everything else about this rock n’ roll nightmare can live up to that monstrous moniker.
Hairmetal Shotgun...
- 1/29/2016
- by DanielXIII
- FamousMonsters of Filmland
‘The Texas Chain Saw Massacre’ actress Marilyn Burns dead at 64 The Texas Chain Saw Massacre actress Marilyn Burns, the one cast member who manages to survive Leatherface in Tobe Hooper’s low-budget 1974 horror cult classic, was found dead on Tuesday, August 4, 2014, at her home in the Houston area. According to her manager, "she was found unresponsive by a family member." The cause of death remains unclear. Burns (born on July 5, 1950, in Erie, Pennsylvania) was 64. The Houston-raised Marilyn Burns began appearing in films in the early ’70s. She had a bit part in Robert Altman’s Houston-filmed Brewster McCloud (1970), starring Bud Cort, Sally Kellerman, and Shelley Duvall, and was later cast in a supporting role in Sidney Lumet’s Austin-shot 1974 drama Lovin’ Molly; however, Burns was ultimately replaced by Susan Sarandon, reportedly remaining in the production as a stand-in for both Sarandon and Blythe Danner. Also in 1974, Marilyn Burns landed the...
- 8/8/2014
- by Andre Soares
- Alt Film Guide
She had a smile that would light up the room and a scream that could chill you to the bone. It is with a truly heavy heart that we report on the passing of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre star Marilyn Burns.
TMZ broke the news about an hour ago that Burns was found dead today at her home in Texas. Burns was found by a family member in Houston, according to her rep, who adds they don't know a cause of death yet. The Medical Examiner's Office in Houston confirms they have Marilyn's body and an autopsy will be performed. She was 64 years old.
Burns became a cult superstar after the release of the 1974 horror flick. Her character, Sally Hardesty, is the sole survivor of Leatherface's bloody rampage. She had cameos in Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation and 2013's Texas Chainsaw 3D. She could also be seen...
TMZ broke the news about an hour ago that Burns was found dead today at her home in Texas. Burns was found by a family member in Houston, according to her rep, who adds they don't know a cause of death yet. The Medical Examiner's Office in Houston confirms they have Marilyn's body and an autopsy will be performed. She was 64 years old.
Burns became a cult superstar after the release of the 1974 horror flick. Her character, Sally Hardesty, is the sole survivor of Leatherface's bloody rampage. She had cameos in Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Next Generation and 2013's Texas Chainsaw 3D. She could also be seen...
- 8/6/2014
- by Steve Barton
- DreadCentral.com
We told you about the new docudrama that's based upon one of the most infamous films of all time, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, a couple of days ago; and now director Josh Vargas has shed some light on what to expect from Summer of Saw.
"The movie that we're doing with Marilyn [Burns] about the making of Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a feature film, not a documentary," says Vargas. "There are more than a handful of good TCM docs out there, including one that I know is on the way. There would be no point in us doing one too. Rather, we feel that the best way to really bring the audience into that story is with a feature film. This is something that Marilyn, Parrish, Jason, and myself have been working on for about six months but wasn't something we felt we should talk about until all of...
"The movie that we're doing with Marilyn [Burns] about the making of Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a feature film, not a documentary," says Vargas. "There are more than a handful of good TCM docs out there, including one that I know is on the way. There would be no point in us doing one too. Rather, we feel that the best way to really bring the audience into that story is with a feature film. This is something that Marilyn, Parrish, Jason, and myself have been working on for about six months but wasn't something we felt we should talk about until all of...
- 11/8/2013
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
A new feature about one of the single most infamous American films of all time, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, is on its way from writer/director Joshua Allan Vargas called Summer of Saw; and we have your first details here.
This latest feature film concerning the making of the original The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is being produced by the film's own Sally Hardesty - Marilyn Burns, Jason Poh, Joshua Allan Vargas, and Parrish Randall. Vargas is writing and directing.
"It was an adventure during that summer of 1973 that I never dreamed we'd still be talking about some 40 years later," said Burns. "But it is an experience I am thankful for and it's one that I want to share more of with the fans of the film... and in greater detail. This biopic with Josh and Parrish allows me to do that. It's my story... and my gift to...
This latest feature film concerning the making of the original The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is being produced by the film's own Sally Hardesty - Marilyn Burns, Jason Poh, Joshua Allan Vargas, and Parrish Randall. Vargas is writing and directing.
"It was an adventure during that summer of 1973 that I never dreamed we'd still be talking about some 40 years later," said Burns. "But it is an experience I am thankful for and it's one that I want to share more of with the fans of the film... and in greater detail. This biopic with Josh and Parrish allows me to do that. It's my story... and my gift to...
- 11/6/2013
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Indie director Josh Vargas had decided to make his latest flick into one helluva memorable experience. Check out the details below, as described by Vargas himself, about the twisted subject matter of In a Madman's World.
About In A Madman's World
"The movie I just finished, called In a Madman's World, is based entirely on the Dean Corll/Wayne Henley/David Brooks serial killings of the early 1970's in Houston, TX," Vargas said. "The film will be told from the perspective of 15-year old, Wayne Henley, who, with another teenager, led teenage boys into the hands of, Dean Corll, a sexual sadistic serial killer.
"I researched the case for two years before I wrote the script and shot the movie. I've acquired and studied the entire case file and read the entire court transcript. I've spent over 50 hours interviewing Wayne Henley in prison and have two year's worth of written Q&A sessions with him.
About In A Madman's World
"The movie I just finished, called In a Madman's World, is based entirely on the Dean Corll/Wayne Henley/David Brooks serial killings of the early 1970's in Houston, TX," Vargas said. "The film will be told from the perspective of 15-year old, Wayne Henley, who, with another teenager, led teenage boys into the hands of, Dean Corll, a sexual sadistic serial killer.
"I researched the case for two years before I wrote the script and shot the movie. I've acquired and studied the entire case file and read the entire court transcript. I've spent over 50 hours interviewing Wayne Henley in prison and have two year's worth of written Q&A sessions with him.
- 3/29/2013
- by Scott Hallam
- DreadCentral.com
Parrish Randall is a Texas actor who has a lot of cool stuff going on. He’s part of the team putting together the “Don’t Look in the Basement” remake together and he recently got to work on one of the Chillerama segments that we’ll be seeing this fall. Randall talks about his filming experiences and a few more upcoming projects in the works. Check out my latest Versus with actor and all around cool guy Parrish Randall.
Brian S- First off, how'd you get into acting and filmmaking?
Parrish Randall- I grew up watching the old classics on TV...you know, the Bogie, Jimmy Stewart, John Garfield type of films and was always mesmerized that the medium of film could take the viewer on adventures for two hours that one could never imagine going on. Pretty cool, I thought, even at six years old watching these films.
Brian S- First off, how'd you get into acting and filmmaking?
Parrish Randall- I grew up watching the old classics on TV...you know, the Bogie, Jimmy Stewart, John Garfield type of films and was always mesmerized that the medium of film could take the viewer on adventures for two hours that one could never imagine going on. Pretty cool, I thought, even at six years old watching these films.
- 6/5/2011
- by brians
- GeekTyrant
In a bit of a sad turn of events we're sorry to report that director Josh Vargas has vacated the director's seat on the long talked about remake of Don't Look in the Basement. Yep, that's the bad news. The good? As of now the project is still very much happening.
According to Vargas, "Due to certain circumstances, and much to my regret, I am resigning from my position as Director of the "Don't Look In The Basement" remake. With the Producers postponing principal photography until May, as well as a few other circumstances, certain prior commitments within that specified time frame have forced me to make this decision, which is not one that I haven't made lightly. To my knowledge, "Basement" is still slated to shoot in May, with Parrish Randall serving as director. We discussed a new option for the script, so it will remain intact, I will still serve as the writer,...
According to Vargas, "Due to certain circumstances, and much to my regret, I am resigning from my position as Director of the "Don't Look In The Basement" remake. With the Producers postponing principal photography until May, as well as a few other circumstances, certain prior commitments within that specified time frame have forced me to make this decision, which is not one that I haven't made lightly. To my knowledge, "Basement" is still slated to shoot in May, with Parrish Randall serving as director. We discussed a new option for the script, so it will remain intact, I will still serve as the writer,...
- 8/19/2010
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Director Josh Vargas (Sway) dropped us another line today updating us on the casting for his remake of the S.F. Brownrigg film Don't Look in the Basement. There's good stuff coming, folks.
You can add three names to the festivities! Tim Sullivan (2001 Maniacs, Driftwood) will be playing L.J, the head orderly of the Stevens Sanitarium; James Fury (Walking Distance) will be playing Billy Doyle, the unlucky telephone repair technician dispatched to the isolated asylum for what proves to be a most deadly meeting with the inmates; and Anthony Brownrigg (Red Victoria), who's also the son of the late S.F. Brownrigg, will be playing Sergeant Craig Jaffe, one of the more dangerous patients in the sanitarium.
The trio join the already announced Brooke Lewis (iMurders, Dahmer vs. Gacy) as Charlotte Beale, Kelli Maroney (Chopping Mall, Night of the Comet, Fast Times at Ridgemont High) as Nurse Jane St. Claire, Kristen Hall (Sweatshop,...
You can add three names to the festivities! Tim Sullivan (2001 Maniacs, Driftwood) will be playing L.J, the head orderly of the Stevens Sanitarium; James Fury (Walking Distance) will be playing Billy Doyle, the unlucky telephone repair technician dispatched to the isolated asylum for what proves to be a most deadly meeting with the inmates; and Anthony Brownrigg (Red Victoria), who's also the son of the late S.F. Brownrigg, will be playing Sergeant Craig Jaffe, one of the more dangerous patients in the sanitarium.
The trio join the already announced Brooke Lewis (iMurders, Dahmer vs. Gacy) as Charlotte Beale, Kelli Maroney (Chopping Mall, Night of the Comet, Fast Times at Ridgemont High) as Nurse Jane St. Claire, Kristen Hall (Sweatshop,...
- 4/17/2010
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Director Josh Vargas (Sway) dropped us a line today updating us on his remake of the S.F Brownrigg film Don't Look in the Basement, and things seem as if they're finally cookin'!
After a long wait Josh was able to finally release some casting news. Look for the flick to be featuring Brooke Lewis (iMurders, Dahmer vs. Gacy) as Charlotte Beale, Kelli Maroney (Chopping Mall, Night Of The Comet, Fast Times At Ridgemont High) as Nurse Jane St. Claire, Kristen Hall (Sweatshop, Possum Walk) as Harriett Whitmore, Tyler Tackett (Possum Walk, Renfield) as Danny Hinderman, and producer Parrish Randall (The Quick And The Undead, Walking Distance, and Possum Walk) as Judge Oliver W. Cameron.
"I'm very proud to have the opportunity to remake this film, which is one I've loved for many years," says Vargas. "I'm beyond ecstatic about bringing this story to a new audience! This is definitely...
After a long wait Josh was able to finally release some casting news. Look for the flick to be featuring Brooke Lewis (iMurders, Dahmer vs. Gacy) as Charlotte Beale, Kelli Maroney (Chopping Mall, Night Of The Comet, Fast Times At Ridgemont High) as Nurse Jane St. Claire, Kristen Hall (Sweatshop, Possum Walk) as Harriett Whitmore, Tyler Tackett (Possum Walk, Renfield) as Danny Hinderman, and producer Parrish Randall (The Quick And The Undead, Walking Distance, and Possum Walk) as Judge Oliver W. Cameron.
"I'm very proud to have the opportunity to remake this film, which is one I've loved for many years," says Vargas. "I'm beyond ecstatic about bringing this story to a new audience! This is definitely...
- 4/9/2010
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Director Josh Vargas (Sway) dropped us a line today letting us in on some pretty cool news -- he's been signed to write, direct, and executive produce a new remake of the S.F Brownrigg film Don't Look in the Basement.
Not to be confused with the previously announced Alan Rowe Kelly project of the same name, Vargas tells us his Don't Look in the Basement will be an entirely different beast.
The upcoming remake is being produced by Parrish Randall and Burton Bailey and will be shot in South Texas at the same exact location as the original. That's pretty badass if you ask us!
"The original 1973 film is one that not only I, but Burt and Parrish hold very close to our hearts, explains Vargas. "This will not be a 'reimagining' or 'reinvention', but a straight-up remake of a great horror film that deserves a shot at a new generation of horror fans.
Not to be confused with the previously announced Alan Rowe Kelly project of the same name, Vargas tells us his Don't Look in the Basement will be an entirely different beast.
The upcoming remake is being produced by Parrish Randall and Burton Bailey and will be shot in South Texas at the same exact location as the original. That's pretty badass if you ask us!
"The original 1973 film is one that not only I, but Burt and Parrish hold very close to our hearts, explains Vargas. "This will not be a 'reimagining' or 'reinvention', but a straight-up remake of a great horror film that deserves a shot at a new generation of horror fans.
- 12/10/2009
- by Uncle Creepy
- DreadCentral.com
Writer/director Jeremy Sumrall and producer/cinematographer Robert Luke gave Fango the first on-line look at a new trailer for their shocker Possum Walk, along with a few exclusive images from the movie; check ’em out below. “The trailer debuted prior to a screening of Josh Vargas’ Sway at Crypticon Houston this past weekend,” Luke tells us, “and received an incredible response from the crowd.”
Possum Walk, which we last reported on here, is set in the titular small Southern town where the residents live under extreme religious oppression. A virginal local girl mysteriously becomes pregnant and begins suffering horrible visions, all while a vicious serial killer begins targeting her friends. Maggie Conwell, Parrish Randall, Andrew Sensenig, Tim Taylor, Tyler Tackett, Keli Wolfe, Danielle Jones, Chris Warren, Jessica Jecker, Kristen Hall, Jennifer Peebles and Victoria Lane star, with Kristi Boul and Matthew Ash on the makeup FX.
“We recently wrapped...
Possum Walk, which we last reported on here, is set in the titular small Southern town where the residents live under extreme religious oppression. A virginal local girl mysteriously becomes pregnant and begins suffering horrible visions, all while a vicious serial killer begins targeting her friends. Maggie Conwell, Parrish Randall, Andrew Sensenig, Tim Taylor, Tyler Tackett, Keli Wolfe, Danielle Jones, Chris Warren, Jessica Jecker, Kristen Hall, Jennifer Peebles and Victoria Lane star, with Kristi Boul and Matthew Ash on the makeup FX.
“We recently wrapped...
- 10/21/2009
- by no-reply@fangoria.com (Michael Gingold)
- Fangoria
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