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Netflix ‘Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes’ Graphic, Unfiltered, and Riveting.
Just as the term “serial killer” was being coined in the 1970’s, men began emerging left and right to fit this title’s definition: a person who commits a series of murders, often with no apparent motive and typically following a characteristic, predictable behavior pattern. Yet none of these men have been as infamous amongst the ranks as Ted Bundy.
Conversations with a Killer: The Ted Bundy Tapes is a four hour Netflix original documentary that chronicles the life, crimes, trial, and death of serial killer Theodore Robert Bundy. Unlike other documentaries which recap much of the basic knowledge afficionados of true crime are familiar with, The Ted Bundy Tapes delves much deeper, with new information freshly exposed for the first time by the mouth of the man himself.
An extremely eerie part of this four part documentary is when the journalist Stephen Michaud describes Ted physically during the midst of their conversations while Bundy described his crimes. “His (Bundy’s) eyes would go black” he recalled as Bundy spoke of his past.
Bundy was known for having extremely blue eyes; a feature that made him so attractive to his victims, as well as the dozens of women who pined after him following his capture. No, Bundy was not possessed by a demon or evil entity. Scientifically explained, the pupil of the eye dilates when we are stimulated and aroused.
The idea of Bundy being turned on when speaking of his past crimes is an even scarier thought than that of him being taken over by an evil force he could not control. Arguably, this physical reaction shows not only his pleasure in the crimes he was convicted of, but betrays his claims of innocence.
Accompanying the audio tapes include compiled videos from the news that show the many sides of the convicted serial killer. One of the most captivating videos is when Bundy is read his indictment for his crimes in Florida, the killing of two Florida University students.
This is the longest piece of news footage of Bundy outside of the courtroom, and reveals the debonair nature he so strongly wielded. Even under the capture of law enforcement, the serial killer appeared to be in control not just of himself, but of the room. Never has a serial killer been so confident, which overflowed into arrogance.
Hearing Bundy’s voice narrate the story of his past to journalist Michaud, whether accurate or not, is haunting. It leaves the viewer with an awareness that serial killers don’t necessarily stand out in a crowd physically. They can be suave and charming, well-educated and articulate, and perhaps most unsettling appear normal.
Never did anyone ever expect what was lurking behind Bundy’s eyes right up until the end. With the release of The Ted Bundy Tapes we now have the killer’s voice telling us what was lurking in his dark mind.
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Trailer for ‘The Exorcism’ Has Russell Crowe Possessed
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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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