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Fantastic Fest

Director Luc Besson’s ‘Dogman’ explores how a broken person finds refuge in dogs

Director Luc Besson’s ‘Dogman’ explores how a broken person finds refuge in dogs

Ryan Ranc, Senior Film Columnist September 27, 2023

Fantastic Fest's third secret screening, Luc Besson’s “Dogman,” premiered Tuesday. The film follows Douglas Munrow (Caleb Landry Jones) after being caught by police and forced to recount his life...

Fantastic Fest secret screening: ‘Dream Scenario’

Fantastic Fest secret screening: ‘Dream Scenario’

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 25, 2023

This review contains minor spoilers for “Dream Scenario” The second of four Secret Screenings at Fantastic Fest premiered Sunday, Sept. 24. A24’s “Dream Scenario,” written and directed by...

‘Pet Sematary: Bloodlines’ bites off more than it can chew

‘Pet Sematary: Bloodlines’ bites off more than it can chew

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 24, 2023

“Pet Sematary: Bloodlines,” written and directed by Lindsey Anderson Beer, takes place in 1969 and centers around a young Jud Crandall (Jackson White) as he makes plans with his girlfriend (Natalie...

Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ is obsessive, addicting, joyfully sickening

Emerald Fennell’s ‘Saltburn’ is obsessive, addicting, joyfully sickening

Mimi Calzada, Life&Arts Editor September 23, 2023

This review contains spoilers. “Saltburn,” the first of four Fantastic Fest secret screenings premiered Saturday, Sept. 23. Written and directed by Emerald Fennell (“Promising Young Woman”),...

‘V/H/S/85’ showcases 5 thrilling found footage horror stories, bringing together some of the best creators in the horror space

‘V/H/S/85’ showcases 5 thrilling found footage horror stories, bringing together some of the best creators in the horror space

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 23, 2023

This review contains spoilers for “V/H/S/85.” After the less-than-stellar reception to “V/H/S/99” last year, the beloved anthology found footage horror franchise returns. “V/H/S/85” pulls...

Director Macon Blair’s ‘The Toxic Avenger’ remake pays tribute to iconic Toxie, while still modern, unique

Director Macon Blair’s ‘The Toxic Avenger’ remake pays tribute to iconic Toxie, while still modern, unique

Ryan Ranc, Senior Life&Arts Reporter September 22, 2023

“The Toxic Avenger” saw its world premiere on Thursday at Fantastic Fest in Austin. Directed by Macon Blair and based on the 1984 film of the same name from directors Lloyd Kaufman and Michael Herz,...

‘There’s Someone Inside Your House’ star Sydney Park talks working on new Netflix slasher movie

‘There’s Someone Inside Your House’ star Sydney Park talks working on new Netflix slasher movie

Noah Levine, Life and Arts Film Columnist October 7, 2021

“There’s Someone Inside Your House,” a brand new slasher film from director Patrick Brice and writer Henry Gayden, arrived on Netflix Oct. 6 after its initial premiere at Austin’s Fantastic Fest....

‘Slumber Party Massacre’ ghoulishly mashes scares with satire in effective re-imagining

‘Slumber Party Massacre’ ghoulishly mashes scares with satire in effective re-imagining

Noah Levine, Life and Arts Film Columnist September 29, 2021

No better place for a slumber party than a remote cabin in the woods.  “Slumber Party Massacre,” a remake of the 1982 classic slasher of the same name, follows a group of teenage girls who head...

“V/H/S/94” Filmmakers talk inspiration for segments, creating the VHS aesthetic, and rat monsters

“V/H/S/94” Filmmakers talk inspiration for segments, creating the VHS aesthetic, and rat monsters

Noah Levine September 27, 2021

“V/H/S/94” is the newest entry in the long-running horror anthology series of eerie found-footage shorts from a variety of talented writers and directors. The latest installment follows a police squadron...

Mr. Big (Richard Brake) rewards Raquel (Kelly Murtagh) in “Bingo Hell.”

Director Gigi Saul Guerrero, writer Shane McKenzie talk ‘Bingo Hell,’ working with goop, directing larger-than-life horror characters

Noah Levine September 26, 2021

“Bingo Hell,” part of Amazon’s “Welcome to the Blumhouse” film series, premiered Sept. 24 at Austin’s Fantastic Fest. The goop-splattered film follows a group of elderly town residents who...

She Will’ director Charlotte Colbert, stars Malcolm McDowell, Alice Krige talk creating dream sequences, selecting projects and exploring humanity through acting

‘She Will’ director Charlotte Colbert, stars Malcolm McDowell, Alice Krige talk creating dream sequences, selecting projects and exploring humanity through acting

Noah Levine September 26, 2021

“She Will,” an official selection of 2021’s Fantastic Fest, follows a woman and her caretaker as they travel to a remote locale in the woods of Scotland, only to realize there might be an ominous...

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