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Coby in New American Horror Stories Has a Fan Favorite Twist

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It looks like American Horror Stories Season Two wants fans to start their world-building theories early. The first episode has gained widespread popularity because of a cliffhanger that ties this offshoot series into American Horror Story proper.

If you haven’t seen the premiere episode of season two of American Horror Stories, go watch it on Hulu, and return here.

There are spoilers below.

It looks like the makers of American Horror Stories have borrowed a little bit of their inspiration from the 1975 horror film Tourist Trap this season. They also sprinkled in a little bit of House of Wax with a smattering of Bratz! dolls.

Coby in American Horror Stories Season 2

What’s the difference between American Horror Stories and American Horror Story?

The main difference is stand-alone storytelling. American Horror Stories is an anthology that occasionally refers back to its mother show. Think of it as a Twilight Zone but told inside its own macrocosm. Each episode is unique but takes place in the American Horror Story universe.

In this premiere episode of the second season, the call back doesn’t come until the end, but it’s one that the third season fans of American Horror Story are going to enjoy.

Who is Coby in American Horror Stories?

In American Horror Stories season 2, Coby is played by actress Kristine Froseth. Her character becomes one of the dolls.

The episode begins in the 1960s. We meet Coby. But that introduction is short and sweet because soon she is locked inside the house of a psychopath toymaker named Mr. Van Wirth (Denis O’Hare).

Coby discovers Van Wirth’s mansion — a life-sized “dollhouse — is home to other kidnapped women. They are there to be surrogates for Van Wirth’s son who is motherless after Van Wirth throws her down a well.

American Horror Stories – Dollhouse

The victims are all dressed in adult doll costumes complete with individual masks. They are conscious, but have to act like subservient living dolls when they are around him, and like in Toy Story, they talk and act normally when he’s gone.

During these discussions, Coby learns that they are all candidates to replace Van Wirth’s wife. Coby becomes a favorite with the evil toymaker after she impresses him with magic tricks.

Orchestrating an escape among the women, each is killed but Coby survives earning her the position of mother and wife. To seal the deal, Van Wirth covers her in hard but pliable plastic and makes her do motherly duties.

The AHS Twist

Just as Coby seems resigned to embracing her new role a teacup flies into the ceiling smashing it to bits. In walk two strange women in black who incapacitate Van Wirth and his henchmen with magic. They shatter Coby’s plastic outer layer without harming her while reassuring her that they are not to be feared. They are going to take her to a safe place.

Before the credits, Coby and the toymaker’s son, who willingly came with her, stand in front of Miss Robichaux’s Academy for Exceptional Young Ladies. Fans will remember that this particular school was in Coven; season three of AHS proper, and later Apocalypse.

Coby asks her new charge what his middle name is so they can use it as an alias inside the school. He says Spaulding which also ties back to Coven. A redhead then emerges from the building to introduce herself. Her name is Myrtle Snow and she, “plans to run this place someday.” Roll credits because fans know what happens next.

Myrtle Snow In AHS Coven

Was Coven the Best?

Coven was arguably the best season of American Horror Story. Lots of fans agree that it introduced the most interesting characters. From Jessica Lange’s insipid biting shade to the uncomfortable sex scenes, Coven pushed boundaries to eleven. So it makes sense that the franchise would callback to that season.

The ingenuity of the writers to also make it a micro origin story is brilliant. In fact, let’s make that series happen.

If American Horror Stories continues to make episodes as good as this one this season the series might get an upward trajectory in the ratings. The first season got tepid ratings from critics and fans were less than loyal. However, season two is starting off strong and like Coby, we might be in for a pleasant surprise.

American Horror Stories Season 2 Trailer

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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.

Julia Garner and Christopher Abbott

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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