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Robert Englund Speaks About The Original Nightmare Glove At Monsterpalooza 2017!

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“He wears a dirty brown hat. He’s horribly burned. He has razors on his right hand. His name is Freddy Krueger. He was a child murderer before he died, and after he died, he became something worse.” – Nancy Thompson, A Nightmare On Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors. 

The lights rise as the man of our dreams takes center stage, like a black Friday sale, the crowd goes nuts! Cheering and clapping frantically; finally, guests of Monsterpalooza 2017 are faced with not only their deepest fears but their idol, the man behind the makeup, Robert Englund. “You are all my children now!” he announces, (a favorite fan line from A Nightmare On Elm Street Part 2: Freddy’s Revenge) as he glides across the stage. Moderator Tony Timpone begins: “Here is your first Monsterpalooza you’re the star of the show, yeah! Robert Englund responds, “Don’t say that too loud Kane Hodder is around here somewhere! [Crowd Cheers] He’ll choke me out!

One of the first questions asked of Robert was by moderator Tony Timpone “What brings you to Monsterpalooza. Robert explained, “I’m always working, and it’s great to do the cons here, in Europe, and In Asia, because I always have something coming out. It’s a great chance for me to promote it with the fans and to see the fans and its great fun to see you guys and this show, I can’t tell you the incredible memorabilia I’ve seen. I just saw some phenomenal Turkish posters of Heather [Langenkamp] And I saw an unbelievable opening Day Paris Nightmare 6 3D Poster of Freddy.”

Over the years many fans have wondered what ever happened to the iconic glove used in the original Nightmare, Robert Englund had zero qualms about giving the honest and hilarious explanation:

“The original glove was given to me by Wes for pickup shots on Nightmare 2. In a little MTV stage on Santa Monica Blvd in Hollywood, and I went to work, and there was this huge rumor, from you guys [points to moderator Tony Timpone] about industrial espionage because they were the weather vein of popular culture, they knew that this franchise had become even more iconic than we realized. Guys pretended to be crew members on the pickup shot day, in this little studio on Santa Monica Blvd, and they wore tool belts and everything, they were there to get the glove. And we heard about this, Kevin Yager told me this. So, I stole the real glove; I just took it. I didn’t know it came from Wes, I know it now, but I stole it that day. There were like a couple of doubles, but I stole the original glove. I’m busy being Willie from V and going to film festivals, in Paris and getting awards for Science Fiction shows and so I stuffed it, and I outlined it in red and green neon, and I floated it in a plexiglass box, and I gave it to my agent. He won’t give it back!”

“Part of Wes’s genius besides being a double threat writer and director was that Wes kept the 14-year-old boy alive in him, always. And I got to see it that night, he finally decided that he wasn’t just my boss, he wasn’t just my Dr. Frankenstein, he let me see that part of him. He let me see a six foot four grown man giggle like a little girl.” – Robert Englund, Monsterpalooza 2017.

Many fans will spout off that panels are the highlight of a convention, and I couldn’t agree more. These unique panels are the rare opportunity where fans receive that unscripted view into the life and world of these famous horror icons, hearing familiar and unfamiliar stories that will be reminisced on for years to come. I mean, where else can you get up close and personal with the people you have been watching for years? Robert Englund recognizes that a horror fan’s loyalty is real, and he will do his best to make sure the experience of meeting them is great.

Check out the entire Robert Englund panel at Monsterpalooza 2017 below:

https://youtu.be/oUN19B5We8c

 

 

 

 

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’47 Meters Down’ Getting Third Movie Called ‘The Wreck’

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Deadline is reporting that a new 47 Meters Down installment is heading into production, making the shark series a trilogy. 

“Series creator Johannes Roberts, and screenwriter Ernest Riera, who wrote the first two films, have co-written the third installment: 47 Meters Down: The Wreck.” Patrick Lussier (My Bloody Valentine) will direct.

The first two films were a moderate success, released in 2017 and 2019 respectively. The second film is titled 47 Meters Down: Uncaged

47 Meters Down

The plot for The Wreck is detailed by Deadline. They write that it involves a father and daughter trying to repair their relationship by spending time together scuba diving into a sunken ship, “But soon after their descent, their master diver has an accident leaving them alone and unprotected inside the labyrinth of the wreck. As tensions rise and oxygen dwindles, the pair must use their newfound bond to escape the wreck and the relentless barrage of bloodthirsty great white sharks.”

The filmmakers are hoping to present the pitch to the Cannes market with production starting in the fall. 

47 Meters Down: The Wreck is the perfect continuation of our shark-filled franchise,” said Byron Allen, founder/chairman/CEO of Allen Media Group. “This film will once again have moviegoers terrified and on the edge of their seats.”

Johannes Roberts adds, “We can’t wait for audiences to be trapped underwater with us again. 47 Meters Down: The Wreck is going to be the biggest, most-intense film of this franchise.”

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‘Wednesday’ Season Two Drops New Teaser Video That Reveals Full Cast

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Christopher Lloyd Wednesday Season 2

Netflix announced this morning that Wednesday season 2 is finally entering production. Fans have been waiting a long time for more of the creepy icon. Season one of Wednesday premiered in November of 2022.

In our new world of streaming entertainment, it isn’t uncommon for shows to take years to release a new season. If they release another one at all. Even though we will likely have to wait quite a while to see the show, any news is good news.

Wednesday Cast

The new season of Wednesday looks to have an amazing cast. Jenna Ortega (Scream) will be reprising her iconic role as Wednesday. She will be joined by Billie Piper (Scoop), Steve Buscemi (Boardwalk Empire), Evie Templeton (Return to Silent Hill), Owen Painter (The Handmaid’s Tale), and Noah Taylor (Charlie and the Chocolate Factory).

We will also get to see some of the amazing cast from season one making a return. Wednesday season 2 will feature Catherine-Zeta Jones (Side Effects), Luis Guzman (Genie), Issac Ordonez (A Wrinkle in Time), and Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo (Devs).

If all of that star power wasn’t enough, the legendary Tim Burton (The Nightmare Before Christmas) will be directing the series. As a cheeky nod from Netflix, this season of Wednesday will be titled Here We Woe Again.

Jenna Ortega Wednesday
Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams

We don’t know much about much about what Wednesday season two will entail. However, Ortega has stated that this season will be more horror focused. “We’re definitely leaning into a little bit more horror. It’s really, really exciting because, all throughout the show, while Wednesday does need a little bit of an arc, she never really changes and that’s the wonderful thing about her.”

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

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A24 Reportedly “Pulls Plug” On Peacock’s ‘Crystal Lake’ Series

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Film studio A24 might not be going forward with its planned Peacock Friday the 13th spinoff called Crystal Lake according to Fridaythe13thfranchise.com. The website quotes entertainment blogger Jeff Sneider who made a statement on his webpage through a subscription paywall. 

“I’m hearing that A24 has pulled the plug on Crystal Lake, its planned Peacock series based on the Friday the 13th franchise featuring masked killer Jason Voorhees. Bryan Fuller was due to executive produce the horror series.

It’s unclear whether this is a permanent decision or a temporary one, as A24 had no comment. Perhaps Peacock will help the trades shed more light on this project, which was announced back in 2022.”

Back in January 2023, we reported that some big names were behind this streaming project including Bryan Fuller, Kevin Williamson, and Friday the 13th Part 2 final girl Adrienne King.

Fan Made Crystal Lake Poster

“‘Crystal Lake info from Bryan Fuller! They officially start writing in 2 weeks (writers are here in the audience).” tweeted social media writer Eric Goldman who tweeted the info while attending a Friday the 13th 3D screening event in January 2023. “It will have two scores to choose from – a modern one and a classic Harry Manfredini one. Kevin Williamson is writing an episode. Adrienne King will have a recurring role. Yay! Fuller has pitched four seasons for Crystal Lake. Only one officially ordered so far though he notes Peacock would have to pay a pretty hefty penalty if they didn’t order a Season 2. Asked if he can confirm Pamela’s role in the Crystal Lake series, Fuller replied ‘We’re honestly going to be covering it all. The series is covering the life and times of these two characters’ (presumably he’s referring to Pamela and Jason there!)'”

Whether or not Peacock is moving forward with the project is unclear and since this news is secondhand information, it still has to be verified which will require Peacock and/or A24 to make an official statement which they have yet to do.

But keep checking back to iHorror for the latest updates to this developing story.

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