Author: Headless Bob

“Slut” Short Film

Set in the 1970’s, “Slut” tells the story of a naive teenage girl whose attempt to impress the local boys in her small town makes her the target of a murderous sociopath instead.

“Slut” was written and directed by filmmaker Chloe Okuno as a thesis project for the American Film Institute graduate program. The twenty-one minute student short was shot in Southern California over a period of seven days with a day and a half of re-shoots. The roller rink scenes were shot in Ventura, the farm house was in Piru, and all the other scenes were shot on a stage in downtown Los Angeles.

In an interview with Sean Decker from Dread Central, Okuno stated that her influences included such films as “Carrie”, “Halloween”, and “Texas Chainsaw Massacre” – iconic 1970’s horror films that certainly inform Okuno’s aesthetic. “Slut” also explores similar themes – delving into the sexual awakening of our young main character and the societal “dangers” of such female sexuality. Actress Molly McIntyre is an endearing lead we root for as she crushes over the local hotties and steps outside her comfort zone to transform into one herself. Unfortunately for her, predators also lurk in the small town, just waiting to strike alluring women in horror films.

At its core, the film is reminiscent of the fairy tales of yore – a modern Red Riding Hood. Okuno confirmed this parallel in an iterview with Dread Central, stating: “I wanted to find a way to do the classic moment of her coming home to discover the big bad wolf dressed as Grandma in a way that was realistic, or at least relatively realistic. From that sort of conceptual beginning I thought about the character of Red Riding Hood herself, and this awkward, bespectacled 16-year-old girl began to develop pretty naturally, probably coming a bit from classic movie tropes and a bit from my own experience as an awkward teenager.”

In a genre dominated by male directors, Okuno creates a strong film that earned the “Best Student Short” Skully award from Screamfest 2014. Take a look and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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2017 Halloween Shopping Guide

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Post date September 7, 2017
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2017 Halloween Shopping Guide

September is here and for Halloween fans we are now into the shopping spree season. Stores everywhere begin to cash in on our collective love for Halloween with festive displays and themed products. From high end boutiques to discount chains you can find all sorts of Halloween fare.

Here are some of the early highlights from the 2017 Halloween season:

Vintage Halloween Style Plates. Set of 4 Plates - Williams Sonoma ($49.99)

These porcelain salad plates feature images taken from vintage Halloween cards. They are listed as microwavable and dishwasher safe so they seem perfect for regular use.

Vintage Halloween Style Platter. Williams Sonoma ($59.99)

A perfect addition to the vintage Halloween plate set is this platter. It features a different image than the ones on the salad plates, but still fits perfectly with the theme. It is porcelain and just as microwave/dishwasher safe as the salad plates. The dimensions are 16.5″ x 10.25″, a not-too-unwieldy size perfect for cookies or desserts. It has a decent amount of weight to it, reinforcing my belief that it will be a long-lasting addition to my kitchen.

9' Skeleton T-Rex with LED Illuminated Eyes - Home Depot ($299.00)

There has been a lot of social media coverage of Home Depot’s skeleton horse this year, but the T-Rex is my pick for the best skeleton of the season. At nine feet tall, this prop will tower over trick or treaters! It also makes a dinosaur sound (though the sound is not as scary as a Jurassic Park roar). Dinosaur-themed Halloween displays are rare, so this is bound to make your yard stand out.

Don’t forget to also add the Hatching Dinosaur Skeleton ($59.98) to complete your display.

Walking Dead Condiment Snack Bowl Set - Pottery Barn ($69)

This is a unique condiment serving statue of a skeleton. The 14.75″ skeleton is aluminum with an antique bronze finish and the two 13.5 ounce serving bowls are glass. The bowls are removable and dish-washer safe for easy cleaning.

Pottery Barn also sells a matching serve bowl & stand for $138.50.

"Steam Pumpkin" Raven Jar Candle Holder - Yankee Candle ($27.99)

This piece mixes Halloween and Steampunk for a cute autumn candle accessory. Steampunk and Halloween work well together, but are rarely mixed in standard decor. That makes this piece a wonderful little find that can have a place in your home year-round.

Canvas Torture Device Prints - Walmart ($22.40 - $16.77)

Add some historical horror into your Halloween display with these canvas prints of torture devices throughout the ages. These prints are 24″ high and 16″ wide and feature a cardboard frame. The exact weight is not listed online but they feel pretty lightweight.

There are also prints available in a similar style that feature fish and bird skeletons.

American Autumn Collection - Bath & Body Works ($25)

Ready to stock up on your hand soaps for the year? Bath & Body Works has revealed its autumn soap fragrance line-up. Of course the classic “Sweet Cinnamon Pumpkin” is back along with “Afternoon Apple Picking”, “Crisp Morning Air”, “Pumpkin Cupcake”, “Autumn Citrus & Sandalwood”, and “Wild Berries & Basil”. Soaps can be purchased in a 6-pack or individually. Be sure to look for sales, as Bath & Body Works often has buy three get two free deals and other special pricing.

Many of these fragrances can also be found as lotions, candles, or Wallflower scents. Stock up to have your home smell like autumn year-round!

Howling Wolf Skin Rug - Cost Plus World Market ($79.99)

Have you ever wanted to make your Halloween display a little more fairy-tale like? Feel like Little Red Riding Hood with this Howling Wolf Skin Rug. The dimensions are 49″W x 69″L x 9.5″H and it is made of faux fur so you can rest easy knowing that no animals were actually harmed to make this prop. When visitors stroke the fur or walk over the rug, a sensor will trigger a beastly howl and glowing eyes.