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iHorror Spotlight: ‘Volumes of Blood: Horror Stories’ – Segment ‘The Deathday Party’ – Interviews.

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7 years ago

January 11, 2017

Volumes of Blood: Horror Stories – Segment “The Deathday Party.”

Actress Anne Welsh – “Nancy.”

iHorror: Have you had any previous experience in film? How did you get attached to this project?

Anne Welsh: I have done some commercial work, but never have participated in a film like this before. I did a film a few years ago that was done through Riverpark Center, but it was nothing like this experience. I had worked with PJ on a different film as a costume [which is what I am, a costume designer] and he asked me to audition for this film. I was very interested in seeing what the process was and how it was all put together. And boy, did I learn a lot. I watch movies and tv now and think ‘Okay, there’s a cut’! Stuff like that. And I know that I’ll never be really scared by a horror film now that I know just how everything is done. The blood is simply amazing, as are all the effects. I had to go to Cassandra’s house to have a mask taken off my head. She’s a true artist and her little dog Eli, was my companion for the event. I lay on the floor, and he promptly placed himself on my chest! He had to stay next to me the entire time she worked on it. And the final product was amazing.

iH: Are you a fan of the horror genre? If so, what are your favorite films and have any inspired you?

AW: I really was not all that familiar with the horror genre. I have seen several of the big name films-Nightmare on Elm Street, things like that, but really didn’t know that there was a whole other segment of the filmmaking industry. Or that there were so many independent horror filmmakers.

iH: Any fun stories that occurred on set?

AW: Hmmm. Well, the pants that I was given for my costume were really a tad bit small, so sitting was a problem! And when we came to filming the scene where Jay is using the cleaver to ‘cut off’ my head, we were all jammed into this very small kitchen. Jay was standing to my left, and I was bent over with my head towards the kitchen counter. There was a tech guy on the floor, who was flicking blood at both of us. I was directed to stand there for a moment and then as Jay brought the cleaver down, to quickly back out of the way. I assumed that we were using a prop knife until someone said that maybe I shouldn’t be standing there. At which point, I stood up! I had blood all over my face, and my mouth[ done for effects] and so couldn’t speak without ruining the effect, so I made some strenuous noises and hand motions, which everyone found very amusing! Someone said, ‘Oh, you didn’t know it was a real knife?’ Uhm…..no!

The cast and crew were really great on this shoot, it was a ton of fun, albeit a very long day, but I would do it again in a heartbeat. I come from a long theater background; I can’t even begin to estimate the number of stage productions I’ve been in, so that’s my training. There was one moment when we were again in the kitchen, and Eric was directed to hit a mark. He was missing it for each take, so doing what stage actors do, I adjusted my position, so I was still in view. At which point, we were both told what to do again! And I was also corrected for speaking too loudly, which is another common problem with stage actors. Projecting to the back of the house is not necessary!

iH: Did you previously know any of the cast members in “The Deathday Party” segment?

AW: No, I didn’t know anyone else in the cast, so it was really nice to meet other actors and share experiences. I also didn’t know what the protocol was for lines. I’ve been trained to come knowing them all and realized that that really wasn’t that necessary for film. Sure, you have to know your scenes, but actors were studying through the course of the day. Were I to do something like this again, I’d still come prepared, though.

iH: Is there anything that you are currently working on that you can talk about?

AW: I’m not currently involved in any other films. I’d love to be, though! I’m working on a dance production and will most likely be doing another stage production in the near future.

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Jake Gyllenhaal’s Thriller ‘Presumed Innocent’ Series Gets Early Release Date

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April 26, 2024

Timothy Rawles

Jake Gyllenhaal’s limited series Presumed Innocent is dropping on AppleTV+ on June 12 instead of June 14 as originally planned. The star, whose Road House reboot has brought mixed reviews on Amazon Prime, is embracing the small screen for the first time since his appearance on Homicide: Life on the Street in 1994.

Jake Gyllenhaal’s in ‘Presumed Innocent’

Presumed Innocent is being produced by David E. Kelley, J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot, and Warner Bros. It is an adaptation of Scott Turow’s 1990 film in which Harrison Ford plays a lawyer doing double duty as an investigator looking for the murderer of his colleague.

These types of sexy thrillers were popular in the ’90s and usually contained twist endings. Here’s the trailer for the original:

According to Deadline, Presumed Innocent doesn’t stray far from the source material: “…the Presumed Innocent series will explore obsession, sex, politics and the power and limits of love as the accused fights to hold his family and marriage together.”

Up next for Gyllenhaal is the Guy Ritchie action movie titled In the Grey scheduled for release in January 2025.

Presumed Innocent is an eight-episode limited series set to stream on AppleTV+ starting June 12.

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Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed

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April 25, 2024

Timothy Rawles

The latest exorcism movie is about to drop this summer. It’s aptly titled The Exorcism and it stars Academy Award winner turned B-movie savant Russell Crowe. The trailer dropped today and by the looks of it, we are getting a possession movie that takes place on a movie set.

Just like this year’s recent demon-in-media-space film Late Night With the Devil, The Exorcism happens during a production. Although the former takes place on a live network talk show, the latter is on an active sound stage. Hopefully, it won’t be entirely serious and we’ll get some meta chuckles out of it.

The film will open in theaters on June 7, but since Shudder also acquired it, it probably won’t be long after that until it finds a home on the streaming service.

Crowe plays, “Anthony Miller, a troubled actor who begins to unravel while shooting a supernatural horror film. His estranged daughter, Lee (Ryan Simpkins), wonders if he’s slipping back into his past addictions or if there’s something more sinister at play. The film also stars Sam Worthington, Chloe Bailey, Adam Goldberg and David Hyde Pierce.”

Crowe did see some success in last year’s The Pope’s Exorcist mostly because his character was so over-the-top and infused with such comical hubris it bordered on parody. We will see if that is the route actor-turned-director Joshua John Miller takes with The Exorcism.

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Win a Stay at The Lizzie Borden House From Spirit Halloween

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April 25, 2024

Timothy Rawles

Spirit Halloween has declared that this week marks the start of spooky season and to celebrate they are offering fans a chance to stay at the Lizzie Borden House with so many perks Lizzie herself would approve.

The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River, MA is claimed to be one of the most haunted houses in America. Of course one lucky winner and up to 12 of their friends will find out if the rumors are true if they win the grand prize: A private stay in the notorious house.

“We are delighted to work with Spirit Halloween to roll out the red carpet and offer the public a chance to win a one-of-a-kind experience at the infamous Lizzie Borden House, which also includes additional haunted experiences and merchandise,” said Lance Zaal, President & Founder of US Ghost Adventures.

Fans can enter to win by following Spirit Halloween‘s Instagram and leaving a comment on the contest post from now through April 28.

The prize also includes:

An exclusive guided house tour, including insider insight around the murder, the trial, and commonly reported hauntings

A late-night ghost tour, complete with professional ghost-hunting gear

A private breakfast in the Borden family dining room

A ghost hunting starter kit with two pieces of Ghost Daddy Ghost Hunting Gear and a lesson for two at US Ghost Adventures Ghost Hunting Course

The ultimate Lizzie Borden gift package, featuring an official hatchet, the Lizzie Borden board game, Lily the Haunted Doll, and America’s Most Haunted Volume II

Winner’s choice of a Ghost Tour experience in Salem or a True Crime experience in Boston for two

“Our Halfway to Halloween celebration provides fans an exhilarating taste of what’s to come this fall and empowers them to start planning for their favorite season as early as they please,” said Steven Silverstein, CEO of Spirit Halloween. “We have cultivated an incredible following of enthusiasts who embody the Halloween lifestyle, and we’re thrilled to bring the fun back to life.”

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Spirit Halloween is also preparing for their retail haunted houses. On Thursday, August 1 their flagship store in Egg Harbor Township, NJ. will officially open to start off the season. That event usually draws in hordes of people eager to see what new merch, animatronics, and exclusive IP goods will be trending this year.