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Screamfest Horror Film Festival

Screamfest Horror Film Festival is the largest and longest-running horror film fest in the United States. It has launched the careers of numerous filmmakers by discovering and premiering groundbreaking films such as Paranormal Activity in 2007. With high praise from some of the most respected horror publications, it has earned the well-deserved moniker of the “Sundance of Horror.”

Screamfest is dedicated to premiering the newest and most innovative works from American and international independent horror filmmakers. The festival has a proud history of helping filmmakers gain distribution and representation, thus providing them with the opportunity to launch their careers in the industry.

Can’t wait to see their films? Check out their YouTube channel, which features past years’ horror shorts.

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The Joe Haggerty Legacy Collection Box Set

The Joe Haggerty Legacy Collection Box Set

After 10 years of being in the vault, my feature film directorial debut, Who Was Buffalo Bill?,  has been released on DVD as part of The Joe Haggerty Legacy Collection Box Set. Do you like low-budget cult horror? Looking for a box set that has a little something for every horror fan on your list and that one guy who only wants to watch dramas? Do you want to see me play a porn star but not take off any clothes or do anything remotely sexy? (That last one is oddly specific but I am not going to judge). Well, if you have answered yes to any or all of those questions, The Joe Haggerty Legacy Collection Box Set is for you!

In addition to Who Was Buffalo Bill?, the collection features “Camp Blood” and “Camp Blood 2” (Blu-ray, presented in 2D & Blu-ray 3D), Grindhouse Double Feature with “Evil Unleashed” and “Zombie Chronicles” (Blu-ray, presented in 2D & Blu-ray 3D), “Dark Crimes” (DVD), and “Camp Blood 8“. More importantly, the collection has bonus features including a making-of discussion with yours truly and other Who Was Buffalo Bill? cast & crew. We share behind-the-scenes stories and reminisce on our favorite moments in the film. Of course I also ham it up for the camera – just a bit.

You can purchase your box set today through Makeflix for $89.99.

Who Was Buffalo Bill?

Who Was Buffalo Bill? is a “mumblecore” (Joe’s term) drama about a literary agent who receives poetry from a liquidator handling the estate of William F. Marquard III, aka “Buffalo Bill”, a porn actor who recently died from an OD. The poetry is superb, but did Buffalo Bill really write it? The agent teams with a documentary filmmaker to find out who this intriguing man really was, and in the process questions if we ever really know anyone.

The film was shot as a series of interviews with the various people in Buffalo Bill’s life. For a film with an ample array of porn star characters, we didn’t show anything racy – except for a little pan up on my legs at one point. We also didn’t have any cutaway shots – everything was just two cameras documentary style. It was quite the acting challenge to essentially monologue and know that the camera would be catching any imperfection in the performance, but our cast pulled it off wonderfully!

Although this was just my first feature film (and my inexperience certainly shows), I am immensely proud of my work. I managed to direct a large, diverse cast of SAG actors. Being a young woman in a director role, I had to overcome biases and assert myself in a very male-dominated field. On top of all that, I also acted in this film – playing porn star “Sandy Brown” – and having no time to change out of my costume before directing the next scene!

Get Your Joe Haggerty Legacy Collection Box Set Today!

I know 90 bucks is steep, but consider supporting indie filmmakers. It’s a great opportunity to own some fun cult horror in addition to a high brow drama. It’s your only chance to see my first feature film in the comfort of your home! Get yours before they are all gone!

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57 Ghosts

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Fears & Beers Under the Stars – June 2023

Fears & Beers Under the Stars – June 2023

Get ready for a fully immersive experience as Screamfest’s Fears & Beers screens Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter under the stars. The screening will take place on Saturday, June 24th, 2023 at 8:30 p.m. at the McGroarty Arts Center in Tujunga, CA. Tickets are $15 and include a complimentary Angel City Brewery beer for guests 21+. DeadHead run cocktails will be available for purchase – served in collectible shrunken head cups. Additionally, Sarah’s Sammiches * Salads * Sides food truck will have some delicious menu items. Popcord, sodas, and more will be available at the concessions stand.

Prior to the main feature, Screamfest has another trick (or perhaps treat) up its sleeve – a special screening of the horror short, The Eyes. Directed by Screamfest alumni and local Tujunga filmmaker, Mike Timm, The Eyes premiered to rave reviews at Screamfest 2022. Delve into a world where nothing goes unseen as the eyes of karma haunts one man’s wrong choices in this unforgettable 80s camp creature thriller. It is the perfect pairing to the feature!

Friday the 13th Part IV: The Final Chapter

Haven’t seen this flick before? Brush up on the series for backstory on the lore and then get ready for “The Final Chapter”:

After the Crystal Lake Massacres, Jason is pronounced dead and taken to the hospital morgue, where he is mysteriously revived, allowing his diabolical killing spree to continue at the camp where the gruesome slaughtering began. But this time, in addition to terrified teenagers, he meets a young boy named Tommy Jarvis who has a special talent for horror masks and make up, leading up to a horrifying, bloody battle that will keep you on the edge of your seat! Has the diabolical Jason finally met his match? revives and embarks on a killing spree as he makes his way back to his home at Camp Crystal Lake.

Get Your Screamfest Fears & Beers Tickets Today!

Check in and food sales begin at 7:00 p.m. The movie starts at 8:30 p.m. No one under 17 will be admitted without a parent of guardian. 

The McGroarty Arts Center is located at 7570 McGroarty Terrace, Tujunga, CA 91042.

See you there!

Past Screamfest Fears & Beers events include:

My Bloody Valentine 3D

Ho Ho Horrors

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10 Movies to Be Excited For in 2021

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10 Movies to Be Excited For in 2021

2020 certainly threw a curveball in many studios’ movie release schedules. Many films only released digitally or had their release dates pushed to this year. Now that most studios have a pulse on the state of the industry, we can tell that 2021 will be a much better year for horror releases. From sequels to new indie horror titles, I foresee 2021 being a strong year for horror. Here are 10 movies to be excited for in 2021:

Psycho Goreman - January 22nd, 2021

After unearthing a gem that controls an evil monster looking to destroy the Universe, a young girl and her brother use it to make him do their bidding. It isn’t long before PG’s reappearance draws the attention of intergalactic friends and foes from across the cosmos. Before long, a rogues’ gallery of alien combatants converges in small-town suburbia to battle for the fate of the galaxy.

Willy's Wonderland - February 12th, 2021

A quiet drifter (Nicholas Cage) is tricked into a janitorial job at the now condemned Wally’s Wonderland. The mundane tasks suddenly become an all-out fight for survival against wave after wave of demonic animatronics. Fists fly, kicks land, titans clash — and only one side will make it out alive.

Last Night in Soho - April 23rd, 2021

A young girl, passionate about fashion design, is mysteriously able to enter the 1960s. There she encounters her idol, a dazzling wannabe singer. But 1960s London is not what it seems, and time seems to fall apart with shady consequences.

A Quiet Place Part II - April 23rd, 2021

Following the events at home, the Abbott family now face the terrors of the outside world. Forced to venture into the unknown, they realize the creatures that hunt by sound are not the only threats lurking beyond the sand path.

Godzilla vs. Kong - March 26, 2021

This film is the epic next chapter in the cinematic Monsterverse. The fearsome Godzilla and the mighty Kong battle each other -with humanity caught in the balance.

Spiral: From the Book of Saw - May 21st, 2021

Working in the shadow of an esteemed police veteran (Samuel L. Jackson), brash Detective Ezekiel “Zeke” Banks (Chris Rock) and his rookie partner (Max Minghella) take charge of a grisly investigation into murders that are eerily reminiscent of the city’s gruesome past. Unwittingly entrapped in a deepening mystery, Zeke finds himself at the center of the killer’s morbid game.

The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It - June 4th, 2021

The Devil Made Me Do It reveals a chilling story of terror, murder and unknown evil that shocked even experienced real-life paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren (Patrick Wilson and Vera Farmiga). The film revolves around one of the most sensational cases from their files. It starts with a fight for the soul of a young boy, then takes them beyond anything they’d ever seen before. The case marks the first time in U.S. history that a murder suspect would claim demonic possession as a defense.

Ghostbusters: Afterlife - June 11th, 2021

When a single mom and her kids arrive in a small town, they begin to discover their connection to the original Ghostbusters and the secret legacy their grandfather left behind.

Candyman - August 27th, 2021

A “spiritual sequel” to the horror film Candyman (1992) that returns to the now-gentrified Chicago neighborhood where the legend began. A decade after the last of the Cabrini towers were torn down, Anthony and his partner move into a loft in the now gentrified Cabrini. A chance encounter with an old-timer exposes Anthony to the true story behind Candyman. Anxious to use these macabre details in his studio as fresh grist for paintings, he unknowingly opens a door to a complex past that unravels his own sanity and unleashes a terrifying wave of violence.

Halloween Kills - October 15th, 2021

The saga of Michael Myers and Laurie Strode continues in the next thrilling chapter of the Halloween series.

What movies are you excited for in 2021? Let me know on Instagram or Twitter @EmilyIsHorror

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57 Ghosts

February 16, 2024 No Comments

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