Yikes with spikes! October is here already. It just crept up on me while I was preoccupied with September. Sneaky month October is. That must be one reason why Ray Bradbury loves it so.
Fall is the most fertile time of the year here at Crypt Club’s mission (beyond) control. It’s when the seeds we planted earlier start sprouting through the chilled ground’s surface.
If you have a worthwhile event that could use some "AAAAAH!!" factor send me an e-mail and make your case via 'info (at) thecryptclub.com'. We're always looking to expand our sphere of influence...
Mark your calendars or your P-TEDs (personal thumb exhausting devices) and spread the word about our deserving partners’ events & stuff. Remember: what goes around comes around – like a karmic chainsaw blade…
And now, here’s a look at who and what we’re involved with this freakish fall…
CCPI CO-PRESENTING AT THAFF:
Toronto Hispano-American Film Festival's special, creepy late night screening event: "Noche de los Muertos" (Night of the Dead) (Friday November 6 in Toronto, ON)
This event is something new for us - a special screening event to showcase Spanish & Latin American indie horror filmmakers. We're co-presenting - with New York City's own Latin Horror. So watch out. As Edwin Pagan says, "there will be Sangre!!"
We invite filmmakers to check out the submission criteria and then send in their short and feature indie horror films.
SUBMISSION FEE: Free
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Films must reach the THAFF offices by end of day on Friday October 16.
NEW FILMMAKING ARTICLE:
The newly re-vamped Hacker’s Source Magazine (ish #26) – simply THE magazine for true indie horror fans - features an article penned by moi-ha-ha to assist filmmakers in any genre.
You’ll find “4 Fundamental Questions to Ask Before Making Your Film” on page 10. It’s based on my years in the film biz, working on my own indie projects and on union films and TV shows. Dig in and ‘beast of luck’ with your film projects.
BONUS: Now - for a limited time - the entire magazine is available as a free pdf download.
Oh, and there’s also a flattering review of “AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits, Volume 1” on page 51. But enough about me, there’s plenty more to tickle your eyes and mind in the rest of the issue.
CCPI SUPPORTS FILM FESTIVALS:
We proudly support indie horror filmmaking and indie horror film festivals with prize packages and a non-exclusive distribution deal for qualifying short horror films on a future volume of “AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits”.
Shriekfest Film Festival (October 1-4 in Los Angeles, CA)
Here's what festival founder Denise Gossett has to say about this cool multi-fantasy genre celebration:"Shriekfest is an international festival and screenplay competition dedicated to getting horror/thriller/sci-fi/fantasy filmmakers and screenwriters the recognition they deserve.
What makes our festival unique is that we proactively help the filmmakers and screenwriters by promoting their work to the industry.
We are dedicated to celebrating the art of independent filmmaking without all of the politics!"
Having participated in the festival in 2004, and supported it ever since, I say "Amen to that sentiment!"
Texas Blood Bath Film Festival (November 13-15 in Bellmead, TX)
Andrew Rose is the brain behind this celebration of indie horror. He’s also the producer of the on-line Horror Movie Fan Radio."The Texas Blood Bath Film Festival values independent horror filmmakers and fans of independent horror.
If you are a horror fan, we hope to see you at The Texas Blood Bath!
Centrally located for easy access for all of Texas's Horror Fans!"
Just try not to think about that other famous Texas Chainsaw event as you make your way down a dusty road to Bellmead. Go ahead, I dare ya...
Drunken Zombie Film Festival (November 6-8 in Peoria, IL)Last year we screened two great indie horror films. The films being IT’S MY PARTY AND I’LL DIE IF I WANT TO and the world premiere of ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE. How in the world could we top that? Well we decided if two great indie horror movies were good then a whole weekend has to be better."
"So while it is our second annual screening it will be the First Annual Drunken Zombie Film Festival. We’re taking open submissions for indie horror films. So if you have created an indie masterpiece or know someone who as then be sure to submit. No submission fees!"
"We are teaming with the Peoria Theater to bring this to you. Best part about the Peoria Theater? It’s a Brew and View. Yes you can have some drinks and watch some coeds run for their lives. And this time we’re doing it on the weekend."
"So you out of town folks have no excuse this time. Features and shorts galore. So prepare as Drunken Zombie brings the movies to you!!!!!"
CCPI SUPPORTS ZOMBIE WALKS:
The undead shall rise and walk the earth - at a conveniently staged event - usually with a killer after-party so you can fraternize with your fearsome festering fellows.
Arrive early to these Zombie Walks for a chance to win FREE prize copies of "AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits, Volume 1". I'm not sure what they'll make you do to win one, but you must be corporeally present to accept the prize. Tell 'em Mighoul sent you...
Toronto Zombie Walk (Saturday October 24 in Toronto, ON)
This is the full-on edition of the world's original Zombie Walk. Now thousands strong, and growing...
Toronto Zombie Walk - Director’s Cut Edition (Saturday September 12 in Toronto, ON)
This mini ZW was held to honour George A. Romero’s “Survival of the Dead” ad the Toronto International Film Festival’s Midnight Madness screening. Worth it just to hear George Romero ask the gathered zombie throng, "Why do you do this?"
The circle (of un-life?) closes as Zombie Walk originator Thea Munster
meets George Romero, father of the modern zombie film, for the first time.
Hamilton Zombie Walk(Saturday October 24 in Hamilton, ON)
Another growing event in The Hammer - with a food drive component. Scaring and caring. Neat. Bring on the Steeltown ghouls!
And on the West Coast:
Comox Valley Zombie Walk (Saturday October 31 in Courtenay, BC)
A newer entry to the Zombie Walk phenomenon. Nice to see it growing on the other side of the Rockies, poised to leap to the Orient where mindless hordes of... oh, wait. Too late. Go get 'em, zombies.
Well, that's it for now. See you in the dark.
LINKS:
Crypt Club Productions Inc.
AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits
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Sunday, October 4, 2009
Crypt Club's Manic Fall 2009 Schedule
Friday, September 25, 2009
Free Issue of Hacker's Source (#26), PLUS: 4 Fundamental Questions Before Making Your Film
Well, Eve Blaack has pulled out all the stops with the latest issue (#26) of Hacker's Source Magazine.
It's chock full o' good & gruesome stuff. Where to begin?
Oh, did I mention that for a limited time you can DOWNLOAD THE MAGAZINE'S PDF FILE IN GLORIOUS COLOUR FOR FREE at www.eveblaackpub.com?
Well, you can. So go ahead. I'll wait.
The first thing I noticed was the bright, spiffy new layouts. Very cool.
Now that the magazine is switching to a pdf subscription delivery they can spend the money on the look, not the ink & paper. So it's eco-horror-friendly. You don't have to kill a tree to read the hippest indie horror mag around.
All right. Enough false modesty. The second thing I noticed about the magazine is... the stupendous article by Yours Cruelly.
In fact, we've got a double whammy going on in this issue. First, and most surprising, is an article that I wrote and submitted - but that I thought would never be published in an indie horror magazine because it's about FILMMAKING - NOT HORROR. It's called '4 Fundamental Questions Before You Make Your Film'. It's a primer for anyone who has ever thought of making a film or is about to make a film - in any genre.
The second whammy ia a killer review of AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits, Volume 1 on page 51 in the Mini Cuts Short Film Reviews, Thanks for the support and enthusiasm for our little disc. Much appreciated. Have you got your copy yet?
There's also an article about our L.A. based friend, Denise Gossett who founded Shriekfest, the L.A. Sci-Fi and Horror Film Festival & Script Competition. It's a dog eat dog world in L.A., but for us indie horror/sci-fi filmmakers Denise is no bitch. She's a solid champion of the underdog indie filmmaker. Good to see her getting her due in a great profile interview.
And speaking of L.A., there's a wonderful article on a great Angeleno, the dearly departed Mr. Forrest J Ackerman. It's a real thrill for me to be included in an issue that honours one of my inspirations, the man behind Famous Monsters of Filmland - Uncle 4E. R.I.P. Dr. Acula.
Of course, there's plenty more: film & literary reviews, cartoons, interviews, Tiffany Shepis, etc.
All in all, I've got to say: "Eve (and the entire HS crew), keep going. It's getting better and better with each step. And when you break really big don't forget us little folks - or we'll hunt you down..."
LINKS:
Hacker's Source Magazine
AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits
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Saturday, September 12, 2009
THAFF Seeks Films for New "Noche De Los Muertos" screening
The 2009 Toronto Hispano-American Film Festival (THAFF) is adding shrieks and scares to its hot cinematic menu with a new late-night horror screening called "Noche de los Muertos" (Night of the Dead) on Friday November 6.
Feature films and shorts eligible for THAFF screening must meet at least ONE of the following requirements:
Please Note: Films not originally in English must have English subtitles. All English language films must have Spanish subtitles. Exceptions may be made for Short Films.
FILM SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Screener DVDs (NTSC, Region 1 or 0) must reach the THAFF office by end of day on Friday October 16, 2009.
SUBMISSION FORMS: THAFF Submissions
The 12th edition of the THAFF runs November 2 to 8, 2009 following the traditional Latin “Dia de los Muertos” festivities. These festivities, held in Mexico and throughout Latin America, honour the departed with gifts of the departed's favourite food, drink, and music.
Come share the culture, excitement and emotion of Hispano-American cinema at Canada's largest and longest running Spanish language film festival: The Toronto Hispano-American Film Festival!
Now with added scares thanks to the new "Noche de los Muertos" screening event.
LINKS:
Toronto Hispano-American Film Festival (THAFF)
THAFF Facebook Group
Crypt Club Productions Inc.
Latin Horror
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Thursday, September 3, 2009
Drunken Zombie FF Seeks Films
I get lots of film festival notices and invitations. But every once in a while there's an eye-popping call for submissions that catches my eye - literally.
I like the concept behind the inaugural Drunken Zombie Film Festival, taking place in Peoria, IL at the Peoria Theater on November 6-8.
Crypt Club Productions Inc. is happy to support this new horror film festival's efforts and wish them "all the beast" for a dark and disturbing future.
Read on to see what got my attention:Last year we screened two great indie horror films. The films being IT’S MY PARTY AND I’LL DIE IF I WANT TO and the world premiere of ZOMBIE APOCALYPSE.
Was it the free submission fee or the brew & view that popped our eyes? Let me sip my suds - paid for with the cash I saved on my film submission - while you answer.
How in the world could we top that?
Well we decided if two great indie horror movies were good then a whole weekend has to be better.
So while it is our second annual screening it will be the First Annual
Drunken Zombie Film Festival. We’re taking open submissions for indie horror films. So if you have created an indie masterpiece or know someone who as then be sure to submit.
No submission fees!
We are teaming with the Peoria Theater to bring this to you. Best part about the Peoria Theater?
It’s a Brew and View.
Yes you can have some drinks and watch some coeds run for their lives. And this time we’re doing it on the weekend. So you out of town folks have no excuse this time. So mark your calendars! November 6-8. Features and shorts galore. So prepare as Drunken Zombie brings the movies to you!!!!!
Complete film submission details are available on their web site.
Enjoy a cold one in some good company...
LINKS:
Drunken Zombie
AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Sneak Previews at FOF Booth #1120.
And, once again, Crypt Club Productions Inc. will have a booth (#1120 to be exact) within the show as part of the Rue Morgue Festival of Fear.
Do we have some surprises? You bet your sarcophagus we do...
Swing or lurch on by the Crypt Club Productions Inc. booth (#1120) and say "Boo!".
We'll be showing off our exclusive Crypt Wear, "AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits, Volume 1" and screening some sneak peaks of the soon to be released "AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits, Volume 2". If volume 1 was All Killer - No Filler, then volume 2 is More Killer - Still No Filler.
"AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits, Volume 1" is the DVD that was rated “★★★★ of 5 stars” by GOREZONE MAGAZINE
Other horror film experts had this to say about Volume 1: “...every film offers something fresh and unique to the horror genre...
Indie filmmakers are encouraged to drop off DVDs and a completed submission form(download them here) for future volumes of "AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits". We look forward to screening your works.
and had me thirsting for more.” - HORROR SOCIETY
“... some of the best short films I have seen in a while.
This is real film making at it's best!” - HORROR NEWS
“...consider adding this to your horror film collection.
You won’t be disappointed.” – THEOFANTASTIQUE
Canada's uber-fantasy convention runs from Friday August 28 until Sunday August 28 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Tons of special guests will be present from the horror, comics, anime, and sci-fi worlds. Screenings, celebrity & artist interviews, autographs, costume contests, parties, and a huge retailer section are on the bill to make this weekend the fantasy highlight of the summer.
Scare you there.
LINKS:
Fan Expo Canada site
Crypt Club Productions Inc.
AAAAAH!! Indie Horror Hits
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