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A Review of Independent Canadian Thriller, ‘Dark Cove’

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The Canadian Film Dark Cove premiered at the 2015 Hot Springs International/Thriller Film Festival along the film’s stars’ writer-director Rob Wiley, Eliot Bayne, Cameron Crosby, Rob Abbate, Montanna McNalley, James Anderson, Jules Cotton, Ty Stokoe and Alexandra Brown. Dark Cove released on August 2nd, 2016 via Video On Demand. This indie Horror, Thriller was filmed on location in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Synopsis:

Five twenty-something friends go on their annual camping trip to the beautiful rugged coast of Vancouver Island. While catching up and enjoying each other’s company, they run into a British man and two Australian surfers also partying on Sombrio Beach. After a physical confrontation that ends in bloodshed, everything starts to spiral out of control as the Canadian campers are pushed into a grueling fight against man and nature to survive.

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For some odd reason I was really in the mood for a campy horror film, not just the feel, but a story involving campers and a campsite, modern or old. Typically, I take a dose of a few Friday The 13th films, and I call it a night; well that was just not working for me. I needed something over the top that I had not viewed, and along came Dark Cove. Dark Cove proved instantly to be strikingly unique because it was a Canadian made film set in British Columbia on Vancouver Island.

First and foremost, I need to say that there is no need to over-analyze this movie if you do it may be a disappointment. I continued to have an open mind throughout the film, and I enjoyed myself.

The film begins with an edgy situation, and three men are in the midst of the beautiful dark yet eerie woods. The men are disposing of a dead body, and the audience does not know what to expect. After this brief scene, we move to a sunny day and Immediately introduced to the prankster, horn-dog Joey. I promptly was drawn to Joey; he was funny as hell with his crude sexual jokes, quirks, and habits, I was not interested in many other characters at this point. The film did invest a lot of time in Joey more so than any of the other characters. Not knowing what to expect at all from this movie, I was dialed in until character development was taken too far. The film spent about 45-60 minutes of an 84-minute run-time delving into character development to the extreme.  The acting itself was not horrible that alone had a big part in keeping my attention. The interactions between the characters were believable, and I found myself picking out people in my life and making comparisons. The cinematography was stellar, the forest greenery was captured seamlessly along with the beautiful beach, I did feel as though I was there.

When the final act of the film ensues, it is incredible, the story takes an unexpected turn. Everything begins to go seriously wrong after meeting and partying with two Australian Surfers. I am not going to elaborate on this too much as this would burden you of witnessing the surprise of the story, the production team got it right. The final act did make up for the long-lasting character development, and all is forgiven.

Dark Cove comes with the highest of recommends. I am sure that many will not agree with me, but it served the purpose that I need it to, curve my appetite for that campy horror film, and that is exactly what it did. Until next time, stay spooky….

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A24 Creating New Action Thriller “Onslaught” From ‘The Guest’ & ‘You’re Next’ Duo

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It’s always nice to see a reunion in the world of horror. Following a competitive bidding war, A24 has secured the rights to the new action thriller film Onslaught. Adam Wingard (Godzilla vs. Kong) will be directing the film. He will be joined by his longtime creative partner Simon Barret (You’re Next) as the scriptwriter.

For those unaware, Wingard and Barret made a name for themselves while working together on films such as You’re Next and The Guest. The two creatives are card carrying horror royalty. The pair have worked on films such as V/H/S, Blair Witch, The ABC’s of Death, and A Horrible Way to Die.

An exclusive article of out Deadline gives us the limited information we have on the topic. Although we don’t have much to go on, Deadline does offer the following information.

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“Plot details are being kept under wraps but the film is in the vein of Wingard and Barrett’s cult classics like The Guest and You’re Next. Lyrical Media and A24 will co-finance. A24 will handle worldwide releasing. Principal photography will begin in Fall 2024.”

A24 will be producing the film alongside Aaron Ryder and Andrew Swett for Ryder Picture Company, Alexander Black for Lyrical Media, Wingard and Jeremy Platt for Breakaway Civilization, and Simon Barret.

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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Director Louis Leterrier Creating New Sci-Fi Horror Film “11817”

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According to an article from Deadline, Louis Leterrier (The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance) is about to shake things up with his new Sci-Fi horror film 11817. Leterrier is set to produce and direct the new Movie. 11817 is penned by the glorious Mathew Robinson (The Invention of Lying).

Rocket Science will be taking the film to Cannes in search of a buyer. While we don’t know much about what the film looks like, Deadline offers the following plot synopsis.

“The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…”

“Directing projects where the audience gets behind the characters has always been my focus. However complex, flawed, heroic, we identify with them as we live through their journey,” said Leterrier. “It’s what excites me about 11817‘s wholly original concept and the family at the heart of our story. This is an experience that movie audiences won’t forget.”

Leterrier has made a name for himself in the past for working on beloved franchises. His portfolio includes gems such as Now You See Me, The Incredible Hulk, Clash of The Titans, and The Transporter. He is currently attached to create the final Fast and the Furious film. However, it will be interesting to see what Leterrier can do working with some darker subject material.

That’s all the information we have for you at this time. As always, make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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New to Netflix (U.S.) This Month [May 2024]

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Another month means fresh additions to Netflix. Although there aren’t many new horror titles this month, there are still some notable movies well worth your time. For instance, you can watch Karen Black try to land a 747 jet in Airport 1979, or Casper Van Dien kill giant insects in Paul Verhoeven’s bloody sci-fi opus Starship Troopers.

We are looking forward to the Jennifer Lopez sci-fi action movie Atlas. But let us know what you are going to watch. And if we have missed something, put it in the comments.

May 1:

Airport

A blizzard, a bomb, and a stowaway help create the perfect storm for the manager of a Midwestern airport and a pilot with a messy personal life.

Airport ’75

Airport ’75

When a Boeing 747 loses its pilots in a midair collision, a member of the cabin crew must take control with radio help from a flight instructor.

Airport ’77

A luxury 747 packed with VIPs and priceless art goes down in the Bermuda Triangle after being hijacked by thieves — and time for a rescue is running out.

Jumanji

Two siblings discover an enchanted board game that opens a door to a magical world — and unwittingly release a man who’s been trapped inside for years.

Hellboy

Hellboy

A half-demon paranormal investigator questions his defense of humans when a dismembered sorceress rejoins the living to wreak brutal vengeance.

Starship Troopers

When fire-spitting, brain-sucking bugs attack Earth and obliterate Buenos Aires, an infantry unit heads to the aliens’ planet for a showdown.

May 9

Bodkin

Bodkin

A ragtag crew of podcasters sets out to investigate mysterious disappearances from decades earlier in a charming Irish town with dark, dreadful secrets.

May 15

The Clovehitch Killer

The Clovehitch Killer

A teenager’s picture-perfect family is torn apart when he uncovers unnerving evidence of a serial killer close to home.

May 16

Upgrade

After a violent mugging leaves him paralyzed, a man receives a computer chip implant that allows him to control his body — and get his revenge.

Monster

Monster

After being abducted and taken to a desolate house, a girl sets out to rescue her friend and escape from their malicious kidnapper.

May 24

Atlas

Atlas

A brilliant counterterrorism analyst with a deep distrust of AI discovers it might be her only hope when a mission to capture a renegade robot goes awry.

Jurassic World: Chaos Theory

The Camp Cretaceous gang come together to unravel a mystery when they discover a global conspiracy that brings danger to dinosaurs — and to themselves.

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