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Fantastic Vintage Costumes of Halloween Past
One of the absolute best parts of Halloween is dressing in a costume. No matter what age you are, there is something that’s just fun about picking a Halloween costume. You get to go out into the world as your chosen character, and experience all Halloween has to offer dressed up like Dr. Zoidberg from Futurama or sexy Freddy Kruger (despite the obvious, and weird problems raised with that costume). Seeing what your friends or co-workers have come up with can be especially fascinating as you get a bit of a glimpse into where their fan flag flies: “Oh wow Jim, I never knew you were that into Twilight…”
However, we do have to acknowledge the fact that, at some point, we have lost our way when it comes to Halloween costumes. Perhaps it was when we stopped putting the time in to making most of our costumes and just buying pre-made kits from shops.
Lets take a look at some amazing, and in some cases really unsettling, vintage costumes from the first half of the 20th century:
That kid in the front is much much creepier than anything you will see on Halloween this year. Plus, that is an awesome scarecrow mask (in the back) that would not only be easy to make, but would stand out at any costume party today.
These “little Hallowe’en people” are essentially only wearing layers (which, if you are anywhere in the north, you know all about when it comes to costumes) and plain, expressionless masks. There is no better mask to elicit shivers than one that bears no expression or distinguishing mark, and is a mask meant to hide your face, rather than change it. It should be a goal for each and every one of us to have a child (be they your children, your nephews, your cousins) look this unsettling on Halloween. Or, even better, get a flock of children to do it:
Children are much creepier in flocks, but it can work for adults too:
First thing is first: these are clearly not the scariest vintage costumes, but that aside, there is something just so perfect about a group of people going together with what is essentially the same idea, and instead of it being awkward (“what do you mean there is another Crow here? No one ever goes as the Crow!”), when a group goes with a simple costume, it becomes quite impressive, a bit unsettling, and just plain awesome (aside from having to breath in these bags):
No list would be complete without a few vintage costumes of creepy clowns:
Perhaps the perfect blend of everyone’s Crow costume, a droog from A Clockwork Orange, and a clown you would not want to meet…anywhere…whereas the more common clown costume of the early part of the 20th century harkens back to a more traditional “Punch and Judy” appearance:
These classic clowns are not quite as creepy as say, Pennywise, but rest assured, you can definitely make them creepy:
Then there are those vintage costumes which just defy categorization:
Terrifying early Michelin Men? Aliens?
It feels safe to assume that you are making the same expression at these…um…duck costumes (?) as the young man standing in the back. I am assuming this is some kind of vocal group, as it would explain the duck conductor…
Still creepy though.
Yep. This costume existed.
There you have it, a brief look at some of the fantastic vintage costumes that have all but disappeared today. Perhaps if you are still wondering what to do for your own costume this year, you could take inspiration from some of these vintage ideas and go simple, handmade and completely unique to you.
Or just get a skeleton kit and hope that Bill does not wear one too.
Happy Halloween!
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’47 Meters Down’ Getting Third Movie Called ‘The Wreck’
Deadline is reporting that a new 47 Meters Down installment is heading into production, making the shark series a trilogy.
“Series creator Johannes Roberts, and screenwriter Ernest Riera, who wrote the first two films, have co-written the third installment: 47 Meters Down: The Wreck.” Patrick Lussier (My Bloody Valentine) will direct.
The first two films were a moderate success, released in 2017 and 2019 respectively. The second film is titled 47 Meters Down: Uncaged.
The plot for The Wreck is detailed by Deadline. They write that it involves a father and daughter trying to repair their relationship by spending time together scuba diving into a sunken ship, “But soon after their descent, their master diver has an accident leaving them alone and unprotected inside the labyrinth of the wreck. As tensions rise and oxygen dwindles, the pair must use their newfound bond to escape the wreck and the relentless barrage of bloodthirsty great white sharks.”
The filmmakers are hoping to present the pitch to the Cannes market with production starting in the fall.
“47 Meters Down: The Wreck is the perfect continuation of our shark-filled franchise,” said Byron Allen, founder/chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. “This film will once again have moviegoers terrified and on the edge of their seats.”
Johannes Roberts adds, “We can’t wait for audiences to be trapped underwater with us again. 47 Meters Down: The Wreck is going to be the biggest, most-intense film of this franchise.”
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‘Wednesday’ Season Two Drops New Teaser Video That Reveals Full Cast
Netflix announced this morning that Wednesday season 2 is finally entering production. Fans have been waiting a long time for more of the creepy icon. Season one of Wednesday premiered in November of 2022.
In our new world of streaming entertainment, it isn’t uncommon for shows to take years to release a new season. If they release another one at all. Even though we will likely have to wait quite a while to see the show, any news is good news.
The new season of Wednesday looks to have an amazing cast. Jenna Ortega (Scream) will be reprising her iconic role as Wednesday. She will be joined by Billie Piper (Scoop), Steve Buscemi (Boardwalk Empire), Evie Templeton (Return to Silent Hill), Owen Painter (The Handmaid’s Tale), and Noah Taylor (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory).
We will also get to see some of the amazing cast from season one making a return. Wednesday season 2 will feature Catherine-Zeta Jones (Side Effects), Luis Guzman (Genie), Issac Ordonez (A Wrinkle in Time), and Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo (Devs).
If all of that star power wasn’t enough, the legendary Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) will be directing the series. As a cheeky nod from Netflix, this season of Wednesday will be titled Here We Woe Again.
We don’t know much about much about what Wednesday season two will entail. However, Ortega has stated that this season will be more horror focused. “We’re definitely leaning into a little bit more horror. It’s really, really exciting because, all throughout the show, while Wednesday does need a little bit of an arc, she never really changes and that’s the wonderful thing about her.”
That’s all the information that we have. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.
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A24 Reportedly “Pulls Plug” On Peacock’s ‘Crystal Lake’ Series
Film studio A24 might not be going forward with its planned Peacock Friday the 13th spinoff called Crystal Lake according to Fridaythe13thfranchise.com. The website quotes entertainment blogger Jeff Sneider who made a statement on his webpage through a subscription paywall.
“I’m hearing that A24 has pulled the plug on Crystal Lake, its planned Peacock series based on the Friday the 13th franchise featuring masked killer Jason Voorhees. Bryan Fuller was due to executive produce the horror series.
It’s unclear whether this is a permanent decision or a temporary one, as A24 had no comment. Perhaps Peacock will help the trades shed more light on this project, which was announced back in 2022.”
Back in January 2023, we reported that some big names were behind this streaming project including Bryan Fuller, Kevin Williamson, and Friday the 13th Part 2 final girl Adrienne King.
“‘Crystal Lake info from Bryan Fuller! They officially start writing in 2 weeks (writers are here in the audience).” tweeted social media writer Eric Goldman who tweeted the info while attending a Friday the 13th 3D screening event in January 2023. “It will have two scores to choose from – a modern one and a classic Harry Manfredini one. Kevin Williamson is writing an episode. Adrienne King will have a recurring role. Yay! Fuller has pitched four seasons for Crystal Lake. Only one officially ordered so far though he notes Peacock would have to pay a pretty hefty penalty if they didn’t order a Season 2. Asked if he can confirm Pamela’s role in the Crystal Lake series, Fuller replied ‘We’re honestly going to be covering it all. The series is covering the life and times of these two characters’ (presumably he’s referring to Pamela and Jason there!)'”
Whether or not Peacock is moving forward with the project is unclear and since this news is secondhand information, it still has to be verified which will require Peacock and/or A24 to make an official statement which they have yet to do.
But keep checking back to iHorror for the latest updates to this developing story.
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