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Interview with Horror Artist, Vince Locke (NSFW)

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Vince Locke is indisputably a master of his craft, and his craft is mastering the macabre. His visions dare to explore areas that harbor on the immoral and the outright criminal. And you know what? We love him for that!

Vince Locke does something very difficult and he does it very well – he takes motionless images and conjures unrelenting nightmares from the stillness. My first introduction to this man’s blistering work was back in my teenage years living overseas in Russia and standing – quite transfixed – frozen in an aisle of a music shop. I was holding a metal album by a group with one Hell of a name – Cannibal Corpse – that would not be ignored. But it was the art spilling across the cover that I couldn’t get over. It was a mutilated woman giving ‘birth’ to a wormy abomination. I had never seen anything like this and I was hooked.

art by Vince Locke

Recently I had the chance to sit down with Vince and learn where these grizzly (and beautiful) images come from.

To start, I’ll say that Vince Locke is one cool cat. To look at his artwork you’d think you were looking into the mind of a serial killer, and that’s something I can appreciate. However, this is the kind of guy who couldn’t harm a fly.

Upon meeting him he gave me an original sketch and personalized autograph. Nice way to start an interview!

Vince Lock, Concerning Cannibal Corpse

Manic Exorcism: Did Cannibal Corpse reach out to you or did you contact them?

Vince Locke: Chris Barnes got a hold of my number and called me up one day out of the blue. Said he had a job I might be interested in.

ME: Did he introduce the group’s name?

VL: Yeah! (laughs)

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ME: So you knew what you were in for. I gotta know: where do those images come from? Did they give you an idea for each album or did you base it on the title?

VL: Usually it comes from conversations. Chris Barnes really knew what he wanted. Although I remember this time he decided what he wanted, but I had another idea. Like of a zombie woman with her ribcage showing and a crucified baby up in there.

(Both laugh)

ME: Did you have free license to come up with stuff?

VL: They have specific things they want usually. But I’m free to do my own ideas and sketches as well. I would make 2 or 3 options to choose from.

ME: Which album cover is your favorite?

VL: My favorite is still Kill.

ME: Any particular reason? What’s the history there?

VL: Really happy with the artistry. What I picture, what I want to get out, doesn’t always happen. A lot of times you look at it and think I should have done this or that, or a little bit more – but with that one it didn’t happen.

Vince Locke opened up about his love for classic horror films

ME: I heard you were a Hammer fan too. Do you have a favorite Hammer movie?

VL: I really need to go back and watch them again but I love all the Dracula movies and anything with Vincent Price in it.

ME: What would be your favorite Vincent Price movie?

VL: Masque of the Red Death.

ME: Your art can be very violent and grotesque. So, what kind of horror are you personally drawn to?

art by Vince Locke

VL: Not necessarily exploitation films. Something with a vision and a certain mood to it. Recently saw The Babadook and liked it.

ME: Do you have an overall favorite movie?

VL: Bride of Frankenstein (for horror). Favorite of all-time although is Apocalypse Now. And basically all the Universal and Hammer films.

Concerning fandom/conventions

ME: What conventions do you usually go to?

VL: Usually just around Michigan, but I’ll go anywhere when they pay my way, hence why I’m here in California. Mostly comic conventions. Haven’t done horror conventions. My wife usually writes people to see if they would like me there.

ME: What’s the weirdest thing a fan has brought you to sign?

VL: Not weird to sign but things they offered to pay with: like drugs – ‘Can you sign this for me and then we go smoke one?’ I’d be like no that’s ok. Wait! One time there was a toilet seat! Someone brought me a toilet seat to sign.

(Both laugh)

ME: How involved were you in the History of Violence movie?

VL: Not at all. The screenwriter obviously knew enough about the comics. I was happy with what they did though. Thought it was a great movie and that it stuck really close to the first half of the comic. Even if they changed it, still a good movie.

Concerning future projects

ME: What are some things fans can look forward to?

VL: More issues of House by the Cemetery.

ME: I heard a rumor that Deadworld was actually slated to be a show before Walking Dead was a thing.

VL: Yeah.

art by Vince Locke

ME: Given the current zombie craze today, do you think Deadworld has the possibility of being picked up and given a faithful adaptation?

VL: I’m hopeful (chuckles).

ME: Speaking for the fans, we love all your work. Thanks for all the nightmares and smiles!

VL: Definitely. Thanks for all your support. I’d be nothing without the fans.

Fans will recognize Vince Locke’s talent from such works like History of Violence, The Sandman, Deadworld, Cannibal Corpse and Eibon Press’s current House by the Cemetery.

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The Top-Searched Free Horror/Action Movies on Tubi This Week

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The free streaming service Tubi is a great place to scroll when you’re unsure what to watch. They are not sponsored or affiliated with iHorror. Still, we really appreciate their library because it’s so robust and has many obscure horror movies so rare you can’t find them anywhere in the wild except, if you’re lucky, in a moist cardboard box at a yard sale. Other than Tubi, where else are you going to find Nightwish (1990), Spookies (1986), or The Power (1984)?

We take a look at the most searched horror titles on the platform this week, hopefully, to save you some time in your endeavor to find something free to watch on Tubi.

Interestingly at the top of the list is one of the most polarizing sequels ever made, the female-led Ghostbusters reboot from 2016. Perhaps viewers have seen the latest sequel Frozen Empire and are curious about this franchise anomaly. They will be happy to know it’s not as bad as some think and is genuinely funny in spots.

So take a look at the list below and tell us if you are interested in any of them this weekend.

1. Ghostbusters (2016)

Ghostbusters (2016)

An otherworldly invasion of New York City assembles a pair of proton-packed paranormal enthusiasts, a nuclear engineer and a subway worker for battle.An otherworldly invasion of New York City assembles a pair of proton-packed paranormal enthusiasts, a nuclear engineer and a subway worker for battle.

2. Rampage

When a group of animals becomes vicious after a genetic experiment goes awry, a primatologist must find an antidote to avert a global catastrophe.

3. The Conjuring The Devil Made Me Do It

Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren uncover an occult conspiracy as they help a defendant argue that a demon forced him to commit murder.

4. Terrifier 2

After being resurrected by a sinister entity, Art the Clown returns to Miles County, where his next victims, a teenage girl and her brother, await.

5. Don’t Breathe

A group of teens breaks into a blind man’s home, thinking they’ll get away with the perfect crime but get more than they bargained for once inside.

6. The Conjuring 2

In one of their most terrifying paranormal investigations, Lorraine and Ed Warren help a single mother of four in a house plagued by sinister spirits.

7. Child’s Play (1988)

A dying serial killer uses voodoo to transfer his soul into a Chucky doll which winds up in the hands of a boy who may be the doll’s next victim.

8. Jeepers Creepers 2

When their bus breaks down on a deserted road, a team of high school athletes discovers an opponent they cannot defeat and may not survive.

9. Jeepers Creepers

After making a horrific discovery in the basement of an old church, a pair of siblings find themselves the chosen prey of an indestructible force.

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Morticia & Wednesday Addams Join Monster High Skullector Series

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Believe it or not, Mattel’s Monster High doll brand has an immense following with both young and not-so-young collectors. 

In that same vein, the fan base for The Addams Family is also very large. Now, the two are collaborating to create a line of collectible dolls that celebrate both worlds and what they have created is a combination of fashion dolls and goth fantasy. Forget Barbie, these ladies know who they are.

The dolls are based on Morticia and Wednesday Addams from the 2019 Addams Family animated movie. 

As with any niche collectibles these aren’t cheap they bring with them a $90 price tag, but it’s an investment as a lot of these toys become more valuable over time. 

“There goes the neighborhood. Meet the Addams Family’s ghoulishly glamorous mother-daughter duo with a Monster High twist. Inspired by the animated movie and clad in spiderweb lace and skull prints, the Morticia and Wednesday Addams Skullector doll two-pack makes for a gift that’s so macabre, it’s downright pathological.”

If you want to pre-purchase this set check out The Monster High website.

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Wednesday Addams Skullector doll
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1994’s ‘The Crow’ Coming Back to Theaters for A New Special Engagement

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Cinemark recently announced that they will be bringing The Crow back from the dead once again. This announcement comes just in time for the film’s 30th anniversary. Cinemark will be playing The Crow in select theaters on May 29th and 30th.

For those unaware, The Crow is a fantastic film based on the gritty graphic novel by James O’Barr. Widely considered one of the best films of the 90s, The Crow’s lifespan was cut short when Brandon Lee died of an accidental on set shooting.

The official synapsis of the film is as follows. “The modern-gothic original that entranced audiences and critics alike, The Crow tells the tale of a young musician brutally murdered alongside his beloved fiancée, only to be risen from the grave by a mysterious crow. Seeking revenge, he battles a criminal underground that must answer for its crimes. Adapted from the comic book saga of the same name, this action-packed thriller from director Alex Proyas (Dark City) features hypnotic style, dazzling visuals, and a soulful performance by the late Brandon Lee.”

The Crow

The timing of this release couldn’t be better. As a new generation of fans eagerly awaits the release of The Crow remake, they can now see the classic film in all of its glory. As much as we love Bill Skarsgard (IT), there is something timeless in Brandon Lee’s performance in the film.

This theatrical release is part of the Scream Greats series. This is a collaboration between Paramount Scares and Fangoria to bring audiences some of the best classic horror films. So far, they are doing a fantastic job.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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