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Did You Know? Ricky From Trailer Park Boys Starred in a Horror Film

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By now, it’s very improbable that you haven’t heard of Trailer Park Boys. Even if you’ve never seen the mockumentary, there’s no doubt you’ve scrolled past it on Netflix. Besides being one of the most popular Originals on the site (it was picked up by Netflix starting with its eighth season), the show has also spawned numerous specials and original films dedicated to the series. So, yeah, Trailer Park Boys is pretty popular. And it’s hilarious.

Rob Wells plays Ricky on the show, and besides being one of the main characters, he’s also in charge of many behind-the-scenes aspects of the series, proving he’s more than a one-trick pony. He’s not only limited himself to the Trailer Park Boys either – he’s branched out in not one, but two different horror films.

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I first discovered Wells outside of his hit show in a movie called Would You Rather, which I found streaming on Netflix. Not knowing that Ricky – er, I mean Rob – had any experience outside the trailer park, you could imagine my genuine surprise and ensuing joy when I saw his face pop up on the screen. “What?” I remember yelling. “No way! That’s Ricky! That’s (something I don’t want to repeat just in case my mother is reading this) Ricky!” I then called over all of my roommates over to share in my gleeful shock of seeing Ricky in a horror movie, of all places.

Though Wells gives a strong performance in the film, I’ll be honest: it is reaaally hard to separate the man from the character in TPB. His role in Would You Rather is fairly serious, yet each time I saw him on the screen I couldn’t hold in my laughter. It’s not that I was laughing at him – I wasn’t – it’s just that I couldn’t help but see Ricky, not Wells, in a movie. Each piece of dialog that wasn’t littered with curses felt like something was wrong.

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It’s a good watch nonetheless. Even if you’re not a fan of Wells and his insanely funny show, the movie also boasts Jeffrey Combs of Re-Animator fame. Additionally, it features former adult film star Sasha Grey; this film has some variety, that’s for sure. The plot is simple but effective. A number of people are invited to play a game of choice hosted by a maniac. The maniac is Combs, and as you know by know, he is a man who understands what it means to play a maniac in a horror film. But if you’re anything like me, you may not care about what the film’s plot is. Ricky came to the party, and that’s what counts!

If you’d like to see more of Ricky getting all bloody and scary, you may be pleased to know that Rob Wells also makes an appearance in Hobo with a Shotgun. This feels a bit more natural for an actor such as him. Though it was very fun to watch him in a horror movie, the sight of the guy alone will never not make me laugh. He’s a very talented man – fully versed in Rocket Appliances.

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Childhood Memories Collide in New Horror Film ‘Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble’

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It looks like ITN Studious and Jagged Edge Productions are going the Avengers: Infinity War route with their upcoming film Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. From the deranged mind of Rhys Frake-Waterfield (Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey) comes this belligerent mash up of beloved childhood icons.

According to an article out of Variety today, Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble will consist of Winnie the Pooh, Bambi, Tinkerbell, Pinocchio, Peter Pan, Tigger, Piglet, The Mad Hatter, and Sleeping Beauty. All of these iconic figured will be warped into nightmarish versions of their former selves. Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble is set to be released upon the world sometime in 2025.

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Actor-producer Scott Chambers (Malevolent) had the following to say about Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. “As horror fans, we would love an Avengers that is all villains. It’d have Freddy Krueger, Jason, ‘Halloween,’ ‘Scream,’ all of those. Obviously that will never happen, but we can make it happen in our own little way, and that’s where this film has been born.”

Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble will be a part of The Twisted Childhood Universe. Just like the MCU, each character will first get a standalone film. After introductions are made, they will be reunited in an Avengers style film. Although they will be killing off the survivors from the previous films, they won’t be working together.

Chambers describes this as an “epic sequences of monster vs. monster.” And I don’t know what more fans could ask of the studio. This fantastical idea is a huge risk but Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble sounds amazing.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Check back here for more updates on Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. If you haven’t already, check out the trailer for Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 below.

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Blumhouse’s ‘The Wolf Man’ Reboot Kicks Off Production with Leigh Whannell at the Helm

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Blumhouse Productions has officially commenced filming its reboot of the Universal Monsters legend, “Wolf Man”. Under the direction of Leigh Whannell, known for his acclaimed work on “The Invisible Man” (2020), the project promises to breathe new life into the iconic tale. The film is slated for a theatrical release on October 25th, marking a new chapter in the storied franchise.

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The journey of a “Wolf Man” reboot began in 2020 when actor Ryan Gosling presented a fresh take on the classic story to Universal. This concept quickly evolved into a screenplay crafted by the talented duo Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo, who are known for their work on “Orange Is the New Black,” alongside contributions from Whannell and Corbett Tuck. The narrative is set in contemporary times, drawing inspiration from the atmospheric tension of Jake Gyllenhaal’s “Nightcrawler,” albeit with a distinct supernatural twist.

The film has seen its share of directorial and casting shifts, with Whannell initially signing on to direct in 2020, only to step away and then return to the project after Ryan Gosling and director Derek Cianfrance exited. The lead roles have been filled by Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner, both of whom bring significant talent to the screen. Abbott portrays a man whose family faces the terror of a lethal predator, with Garner likely playing his wife, sharing in the familial peril. The storyline also hints at a daughter named Ginger, adding a layer of depth to the family’s harrowing experience.

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This reboot represents a collaboration between Blumhouse and Motel Movies, with Jason Blum producing. Ryan Gosling remains involved as an executive producer, alongside Ken Kao, Bea Sequeira, Mel Turner, and Whannell himself. The announcement of the film’s production start was made by Jason Blum, who shared an exciting glimpse of Whannell on set, signaling the beginning of what is hoped to be a memorable addition to the horror genre.

As the “Wolf Man” reboot moves forward, fans and newcomers alike are eager to see how this modern interpretation will pay homage to its roots while offering a fresh and thrilling experience. With a talented cast and crew at the helm, the film is poised to reintroduce the timeless tale of transformation and terror to a new generation.

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‘Immaculate’ Stars Reveal Which Horror Villains They Would “F, Marry, Kill”

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Sydney Sweeney is just coming off the success of her rom-com Anyone But You, but she’s ditching the love story for a horror story in her latest film Immaculate.

Sweeney is taking Hollywood by storm, portraying everything from a love-lusting teenager in Euphoria to an accidental superhero in Madame Web. Although the latter got a lot of hate among theater-goers, Immaculate is getting the polar opposite.

The film was screened at SXSW this past week and was well-received. It also gained a reputation for being extremely gory. Derek Smith of Slant says the, “final act contains some of the most twisted, gory violence this particular subgenre of horror has seen in years…”

Thankfully curious horror movie fans won’t have to wait long to see for themselves what Smith is talking about as Immaculate will hit theaters across the United States on March, 22.

Bloody Disgusting says that the movie’s distributor NEON, in a bit of marketing smarts, had stars Sydney Sweeney and Simona Tabasco play a game of “F, Marry, Kill” in which all their choices had to be horror movie villains.

It’s an interesting question, and you might be surprised at their answers. So colorful are their responses that YouTube slapped an age-restricted rating on the video.

Immaculate is a religious horror movie that NEON says stars Sweeney, “as Cecilia, an American nun of devout faith, embarking on a new journey in a remote convent in the picturesque Italian countryside. Cecilia’s warm welcome quickly devolves into a nightmare as it becomes clear her new home harbors a sinister secret and unspeakable horrors.”

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