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You’ll Want to Celebrate NYE With These 5 Horror(ish) Movies

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2020 is coming to an end, and all of us are stuck inside for New Year’s Eve (NYE). Unfortunately, that means no parties, midnight kisses or staying out and getting wasted.

Rather, it means staying inside and celebrating with some New Year’s Eve horror. I’ve compiled a list that I believe will be perfect to help you ring in the new year.

Ghostbusters II (1989)

It’s New Year’s Eve in New York. There’s a river of slime, a demonic painting, and ghosts terrorizing the city…who are you gonna call? That’s right…Ghostbusters!

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The sequel is a NYE classic that doesn’t get enough love. The film finds the Ghostbusters, five years later, retired and washed up, only getting gigs at children’s birthday parties; until they are needed once again to save the day.

Ghostbusters II captures the spirit of the holiday by showing what the power of humanity can do when people come together. In the movie, New Yorkers begin singing “Auld Lang Syne” which helps defeat the evil Vigo from terrorizing the Big Apple.

Ghostbusters II is the perfect combination of horror and comedy that has laughs and frights for the whole family.

Into the Dark: Midnight Kiss (2019)

Unfortunately, we might not be allowed to have a special midnight kiss this year.  Luckily, we can live vicariously through Blumhouse’s Into the Dark: Midnight Kiss.

Midnight Kiss is set around a group of gay friends and their glamorous gal pal who are all headed to Palm Springs for their annual NYE getaway. Every year the group plays a game called “Midnight Kiss” where you’re allowed to hook up with whomever you want with no strings attached from midnight to 6 am. The game turns deadly when a killer in a leather mask begins picking off the group of friends one by one.

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Midnight Kiss is a modern take on the slasher sub-genre with a whodunnit queer driven story. Viewing the film, we get an accurate portrayal of a queer lifestyle: the bonds of queer friendships, Grindr, love, and jealousy. The film plays out like a typical slasher, paying homage to other holiday slasher tropes but ends with some dark and unique twists.

Indulge in this sexy, provocative thriller that’s brings the party to you, and takes you on a wild and crazy ride right into the new year.

Rosemary’s Baby (1968)

If you’re going to ring in 2021 right, why not with some satanic worship? Rosemary’s Baby follows Rosemary Woodhouse (Mia Farrow) that discovers that she is carrying (spoiler alert) the devil’s spawn after her husband, Guy, (John Cassavettes) made a deal with the devil to become a famous actor.

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Rosemary’s Baby doesn’t center around New Year’s Eve but there is a key scene in the film, where Rosemary and Guy attend their neighbors New Year’s Eve party. This is the turning point in the film where Rosemary begins to realize that something isn’t quite right with her pregnancy and something more sinister is happening.

Rosemary’s Baby is filled with mystery and suspense that delves into the occult and satanic rituals. This year has been rough enough already, so stay home and don’t be like Rosemary and ring in the new year with devil worshippers.

The Exorcist (1974)

Speaking of the devil. We know the holidays can get rather depressing-especially this year- it’s the time of year when some people begin to lose their faith; faith in religion, faith in humanity. That’s exactly what The Exorcist is about—faith—and the power that it holds.

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The Exorcist tells the story of a 12-year-old girl (Linda Blair) possessed by the devil and the ultimate battle between good and evil for her soul. The Exorcist is a film that makes you believe the powers of Christ and the devil are real.

The movie doesn’t center around New Year’s Eve but for some reason fits in perfectly. It will have you examining your own life and make you question what you believe in.

Terror Train (1980)

It shouldn’t come as a surprise that I picked Terror Train; it’s the definitive NYE horror movie. The film follows a masked killer terrorizing a group of college students throwing a costume party aboard a moving train on New Year’s Eve.

Let be honest though, Terror Train is basically Halloween set on a train and while it may be another holiday themed slasher starring Jamie Lee Curtis we get so much more: magic tricks with David Copperfield and a whodunnit plot with a clever killer that changes their costume after every murder.

Terror Train is filled with 80’s slasher nostalgia guaranteed to satisfy your New Year’s horror craving.

I know that this New Year’s Eve is going to be different but I hope that these films help you ring in the new year.

Happy New Year!

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New Poster Reveal For Nicolas Cage’s Survival Creature Feature ‘Arcadian’ [Trailer]

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In the latest cinematic venture featuring Nicolas Cage, Arcadian emerges as a compelling creature feature, teeming with suspense, horror, and emotional depth. RLJE Films has recently released a series of new images and a captivating poster, offering audiences a glimpse into the eerie and thrilling world of “Arcadian”. Scheduled to hit theaters on April 12, 2024, the film will later be available on Shudder and AMC+, ensuring a wide audience can experience its gripping narrative.

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The Motion Picture Association (MPA) has given this film an “R” rating for its “bloody images,” hinting at the visceral and intense experience awaiting viewers. The film draws inspiration from acclaimed horror benchmarks like “A Quiet Place,” weaving a post-apocalyptic tale of a father and his two sons navigating a desolate world. Following a catastrophic event that depopulates the planet, the family faces the dual challenge of surviving their dystopian environment and eluding mysterious nocturnal creatures.

Joining Nicolas Cage in this harrowing journey are Jaeden Martell, known for his role in “IT” (2017), Maxwell Jenkins from “Lost in Space,” and Sadie Soverall, featured in “Fate: The Winx Saga.” Directed by Ben Brewer (“The Trust”) and penned by Mike Nilon (“Braven”), “Arcadian” promises a unique blend of poignant storytelling and electrifying survival horror.

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Critics have already begun to praise “Arcadian” for its imaginative monster designs and exhilarating action sequences, with one review from Bloody Disgusting highlighting the film’s balance between emotional coming-of-age elements and heart-pounding horror. Despite sharing thematic elements with similar genre films, “Arcadian” sets itself apart through its creative approach and action-driven plot, promising a cinematic experience filled with mystery, suspense, and relentless thrills.

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‘Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3’ Is a Go with Enhanced Budget and New Characters

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Wow, they’re churning things out fast! The upcoming sequel “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 3” is officially moving forward, promising an expanded narrative with a larger budget and the introduction of beloved characters from A.A. Milne’s original tales. As confirmed by Variety, the third installment in the horror franchise will welcome Rabbit, the heffalumps, and the woozles into its dark and twisted narrative.

This sequel is a part of an ambitious cinematic universe that reimagines children’s stories as horror tales. Alongside “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey” and its first sequel, the universe includes films such as “Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare”, “Bambi: The Reckoning,” and “Pinocchio Unstrung”. These movies are set to converge in the crossover event “Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble,” slated for a 2025 release.

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The creation of these films was made possible when A.A. Milne’s 1926 children’s book “Winnie-the-Pooh” entered the public domain last year, allowing filmmakers to explore these cherished characters in unprecedented ways. Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and producer Scott Jeffrey Chambers, of Jagged Edge Productions, have led the charge in this innovative endeavor.

The inclusion of Rabbit, heffalumps, and woozles in the upcoming sequel introduces a new layer to the franchise. In Milne’s original stories, heffalumps are imagined creatures resembling elephants, while woozles are known for their weasel-like characteristics and a penchant for stealing honey. Their roles in the narrative remain to be seen, but their addition promises to enrich the horror universe with deeper connections to the source material.

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How to Watch ‘Late Night with the Devil’ from Home: Dates and Platforms

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For fans eager to dive into one of this year’s most talked-about horror films from the comfort of their own home, “Late Night with the Devil” will be available for streaming exclusively on Shudder starting April 19, 2024. This announcement has been highly anticipated following the film’s successful theatrical release by IFC Films, which saw it earning rave reviews and a record-breaking opening weekend for the distributor.

“Late Night with the Devil” emerges as a standout horror film, captivating audiences and critics alike, with Stephen King himself offering high praise for the 1977-set film. Starring David Dastmalchian, the movie unfolds on Halloween night during a live late-night talk show broadcast that disastrously unleashes evil across the nation. This found footage-style film not only delivers scares but also authentically captures the aesthetic of the 1970s, drawing viewers into its nightmarish scenario.

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The film’s initial box office success, opening to $2.8 million in 1,034 theaters, underscores its wide appeal and marks the highest opening weekend for an IFC Films release. Critically acclaimed, “Late Night with the Devil” boasts a 96% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 135 reviews, with the consensus praising it for rejuvenating the possession horror genre and showcasing David Dastmalchian’s exceptional performance.

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Simon Rother of iHorror.com encapsulates the film’s allure, emphasizing its immersive quality that transports viewers back to the 1970s, making them feel as if they are part of the eerie “Night Owls” Halloween broadcast. Rother lauds the film for its meticulously crafted script and the emotional and shocking journey it takes viewers on, stating, “This whole experience will have viewers of the Cairnes brothers’ film glued to their screen… The script, from beginning to end, is neatly sewn together with an ending that’ll have jaws on the floor.” You can read the full review here.

Rother further encourages audiences to watch the film, highlighting its multifaceted appeal: “Whenever it is made available to you, you must attempt to view the Cairnes Brothers’ latest project as it will make you laugh, it will creep you out, it will amaze you, and it might even strike an emotional cord.”

Set to stream on Shudder on April 19, 2024, “Late Night with the Devil” offers a compelling blend of horror, history, and heart. This film is not just a must-watch for horror aficionados but for anyone looking to be thoroughly entertained and moved by a cinematic experience that redefines the boundaries of its genre.

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