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Movie Review: ‘Buddy Hutchins’ (2015) and Q&A With Demetrius Stear.

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Buddy Hutchins is a slick black comedy horror film starring Jamie Kennedy, Co-Starring Demetrius Stear and is produced by the Switzer Entertainment Group. Buddy Hutchins is a recovering alcoholic that has not had a drink in almost a years time. Shitty for him his only reward received for good behavior is a business that is failing and a cheating wife. He is trying everything to support and keep his family together during these harrowing times, but his life continues to crumble as more family drama unfolds. Buddy begins to start drinking again, which causes an arrest with law enforcement. Finally, Buddy is pushed over the edge and arms himself with a chainsaw. He lashes out against family members who have abandoned him emotionally during this time of need. Buddy is out for blood and revenge, and you will be rooting for this guy as he chops em up!

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For myself Buddy Hutchins was a call back to Joel Schumacher’s Falling Down starring Michael Douglas, which was no problem for me! Buddy just like Michael Douglas’s character in Falling Down, is experiencing life taking a major dump on him and is on a similar path to destruction. Many people rely on emotional support from their families to get through tormenting situations that are a part of life. But what happens when the family is the direct result of these harrowing experiences? If your Buddy you finally snap and take matters into your own hands. The character of Buddy Hutchins could be anyone of us, and the development of the character was done flawlessly, I felt for Buddy. This role for Jamie Kennedy was very different, and it was enjoyable to see him immerse himself in this character. The writers succeeded in making Buddy a sympathetic character. Some might believe that Buddy is the fault for all his troubles, but I do not believe this to be true as Kennedy staggers from one scene to the next. This film will be one that people either love or hate!

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In the film Demetrius Stear, plays Ryan, who works for Buddy at his failing dry cleaning business. Buddy, hurting for cash is unable to pay Ryan for his work. Ryan, a lost soul, stays loyal to Buddy because he had taken him under his wing when he needed him the most, and gave him the job. Ryan’s loyalty pays off in the end. iHorror was able to catch up with Demetrius and speak to him about his experience and role in the film.

iHorror: How long did the filming take for Buddy Hutchins? Where was the filming location?

Demetrius Stear:  Filming took place for 16 days on location in Los Angeles.

iH: Can you describe the character you played in Buddy Hutchins?

DS: My character Ryan was Buddy’s DS: confidant, a person Buddy could trust. Ryan is as loyal as they come! HUSTLE, LOYALTY, and RESPECT!

iH: How was it working side by side with Jamie Kennedy?

DS: Working with Jamie was a great experience! He’s a really a good actor and an awesome guy. He kept the set laughing throughout the shoot which is always a good thing.

iH: Any funny or memorable experiences during shooting?

DS: If I told you I would have to kill you! lol In all seriousness every day was memorable. We’re making a moving something we all love to do!

iH: Are you currently working on any future projects in the horror genre?

DS: None in the horror genre, but I have a small role in a comedy that is due for release this summer called School’s Out with Eric Roberts.

iH: Your performance in the film was excellent. Did you experience any challenges during filming?

DS: Thank you. It’s a challenge in itself to do a full length feature in 16 days on a limited budget. The entire process took a total team effort and everyone was up for the challenge. I think everyone succeeded in what we were trying to accomplish.

Thank you Demetrius for speaking with us!

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Demetrius Stear – ‘Buddy Hutchins’

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Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed

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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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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.

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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.”

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.

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’28 Years Later’ Trilogy Taking Shape With Serious Star Power

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Danny Boyle is revisiting his 28 Days Later universe with three new films. He will direct the first, 28 Years Later, with two more to follow. Deadline is reporting that sources say Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, and Ralph Fiennes have been cast for the first entry, a sequel to the original. Details are being kept under wraps so we don’t know how or if the first original sequel 28 Weeks Later fits into the project.

Jodie Comer, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Ralph Fiennes

Boyle will direct the first movie but it’s unclear which role he will take on in the subsequent films. What is known is Candyman (2021) director Nia DaCosta is scheduled to direct the second film in this trilogy and that the third will be filmed immediately afterward. Whether DaCosta will direct both is still unclear.

Alex Garland is writing the scripts. Garland is having a successful time at the box office right now. He wrote and directed the current action/thriller Civil War which was just knocked out of the theatrical top spot by Radio Silence’s Abigail.

There is no word yet on when, or where, 28 Years Later will start production.

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The original film followed Jim (Cillian Murphy) who wakes from a coma to find that London is currently dealing with a zombie outbreak.

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