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io9MoviesReviewsBroadcast Signal Intrusion Follows Grief Down a Freaky, Tech-Generated Rabbit Hole
In 1999, a Chicago man named James (Harry Shum Jr.), still acutely grieving the loss of his wife three years prior, toils at a job that suits his yearning for isolation: working alone in a basement media archive, methodically transferring VHS tapes to disc. His lonely life keeps lurching along…until the day he sees something … Continued
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io9MoviesFantasyA True-Crime Podcast Bleeds Into Real Life in Horror Short Meet Jimmy
Our pals at Short of the Week highlighted this little chiller from David-Jan Bronsgeest—which he admits owes a debt to The Ring, among others—and noted that it’s already on track for a feature expansion. Once you watch it and Meet Jimmy, as the title suggests…you’ll see why. Listen at your own risk! The popularity of … Continued
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io9MoviesHorrorThis Quarantine-Made, Animal Crossing-Themed Horror Short Will Soon Become a Feature Film
South by Southwest is currently (virtually) underway, and amid all the film premieres—stay tuned to io9 for upcoming reviews—came this bit of news: a horror short made during quarantine has just been picked up by director Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted, Hardcore Harry) to get the feature-film treatment. This news comes from Deadline; the short, Don’t Peek, … Continued
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io9BooksFantasyTerry Brooks Has a Brand-New Fantasy Series, and We’ve Got Your First look
Terry Brooks is best known as a fantasy author—especially for his Shannara series, which just wrapped up in 2020 after 40 years’ worth of books (and a TV adaptation). But he’s got a brand-new fantasy series coming later this year, and io9 has your first look at the cover and an excerpt from Child of … Continued
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io9MoviesSci-FiA Curious Robot Breaks Out of Its Shell in Clever Sci-Fi Short System Error
On a near-future Earth, advanced alien technology has made the world a fully automated but pretty dull place. In a generic convenience store, a man (David Quirk) buying ice cream attempts to befriend the “service unit” who rings up his order—triggering an identity crisis for the robot, George (Nick Nemeroff), who realizes maybe being able … Continued
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io9MoviesReviewsFast Fashion Gets Its Revenge in Killer Pants Horror-Comedy Slaxx
That’s right: Slaxx is about a pair of uber-stylish jeans that become sentient and homicidal. You’d be hard-pressed to find a better hook for what’s ultimately a cautionary tale about the dangers of fast fashion—or a film that explores those themes with such deadpan humor and commitment to theatrical splatter. The entire movie, which was … Continued
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io9Sci-FiGet (Even More) Excited for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds With This Jubilant Video
Not only is Star Trek: Strange New Worlds—the spinoff series starring Captain Pike (Anson Mount), Spock (Ethan Peck), and Number One (Rebecca Romijn), who stayed in the past when Discovery blasted far into the future—officially filming now, Paramount+ has announced five new cast members for the series. The news comes courtesy of this short but … Continued
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io9BooksFantasySink Your Teeth Into Ricardo Delgado’s Stunning Dracula of Transylvania
Conceptual designer Ricardo Delgado—he’s worked on films like The Incredibles, Men in Black, and Wall-E, along with his own Age of Reptiles graphic novels—is already well-known for his striking artwork. His latest project takes on one of horror’s most iconic creatures, and io9 has a sneak peek today. Universal Studios’ Dracula celebrates its 90th anniversary … Continued
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io9MoviesSci-Fi18 Essential Sci-Fi and Fantasy Films Directed by Women
In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ve rounded up 18 essential fantasy and sci-fi films directed by women (want horror? We’ve got a list for that, too!) And with projects like Black Widow (directed by Cate Shortland) and Eternals(Chloé Zhao) on the way soon, this list is just gonna keep expanding. 1) The Matrix Though … Continued
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io9Trailer FrenzyThe Unholy‘s Spooky Trailer Asks: What If a Miracle Is Slathered in Evil?
Sam Raimi is listed among the producers for The Unholy, so that bodes well for this Jeffrey Dean Morgan-starring tale of a teenaged girl (Cricket Brown) whose visions of the Virgin Mary bring miracles—but also some verrrry unsettling darkness. It’s certainly an alt-Easter cinematic selection, and its trailer is here. The Unholy is written and … Continued
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io9MoviesHorror7 Creepy Flicks to Watch on Shudder
For horror fans seeking thrills—highbrow, lowbrow, and everything in between—there’s no better destination than Shudder, which is stuffed to the gills with classics, cult classics, and cult-classics-in-the-making, with a wide range of international titles and exclusive releases too. Here are seven to get you started! 1) Impetigore Joko Anwar—writer of another recent Shudder release, The … Continued
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io9BooksFantasyA Raven Guides the Way in This First Look at Spooky Fantasy Tale Vespertine
Author Margaret Rogerson’s fans know her from An Enchantment of Ravens and Sorcery of Thorns, and her latest release—the first part of her first-ever duology—keeps to the fantasy theme with a decidedly dark twist. Today, we’ve got an excerpt and cover reveal for Vespertine, so read on to learn more! The dead of Loraille do … Continued
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io9MoviesHorrorAptly Titled Short Suspense Finds Terror in the Treetops
After he’s caught in a tree during his descent and left dangling high above the ground, a paratrooper’s situation is already looking pretty precarious—and then he realizes there’s something lurking in the forest. Directed by Ben and Jacob Burghart, short Suspense lives up to its title in all the meanings of the word. Check it … Continued
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io9BooksFantasyGet an Exclusive Peek at Peter V. Brett’s Return to the Demon Cycle World With The Desert Prince
Fantasy author Peter V. Brett returns to the world of his very popular Demon Cycle novels with The Desert Prince, which kicks off a new series that’s aimed at both seasoned Brett fans and newcomers alike. Today, io9 has a sneak peek at the cover and one of the book’s opening chapters, so read on … Continued
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io9MoviesHorrorBeing Undead Can’t Stop Young Love in Sweet Yet Gory Short And Then! He Kissed Me
Shared over at Short of the Week—definitely a spot to bookmark if you love short films across a wide variety of genres—Aaron Cohen’s 14-minute horror comedy And Then! He Kissed Me, is a dialogue-less film made in Russia that follows a first date that begins with a screening of zombie classic Night of the Living Dead … Continued
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io9California Theme Parks May Start Reopening as Early as April 1 [Corrected]
As we approach the one-year mark for the covid-related shutdowns of Disneyland and other California amusement parks, including Universal Studios Hollywood, there’s finally an update on what was often a very contentious situation: re-opening will begin April 1, with new safety guidelines in place. This news comes courtesy of Disney hometown paper the OC Register, … Continued
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io9MoviesHorror5 Cult Horror Movies to Stream on Amazon Prime
In the mood for a cult movie but already seen all the go-to classics? Building on our previous list, here are five offbeat picks streaming on Amazon Prime that will bring you tales of werewolves, Satanists, witches, and two different (but also sorta kinda similar) underground monsters. 1) C.H.U.D. (1984) If you write off this … Continued
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io9BooksFantasyA Pirate Captain Faces the Gallows in This Thrilling Excerpt From Crossbones
If you’re a sucker for pirate stories—which we are—you’re going to want to check out Crossbones, an upcoming fantasy from Kimberly Vale that follows an array of seafaring characters as they battle for the island throne. Today, io9 has a peek at the cover, as well as a nail-biter of a first chapter. Yo ho … Continued
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