CHICAGO – In anticipation of the scariest week of the year, HollywoodChicago.com launches its 2024 Movie Gifts series, which will suggest DVDs and collections for holiday giving.
Day of the Dead
Slideshow: ‘Day of the Dead’ Horror Convention Brings Out the Stars
Submitted by PatrickMcD on June 25, 2015 - 11:03amCHICAGO – The “Day of the Dead” Horror Convention is a must-attend for the admirers of the scare genre, with appearances by fright movie favorites, autograph opportunities, special events and after show parties. The next Day of the Dead gathering is this upcoming weekend in Indianapolis, Friday through Sunday, June 26th-28th, 2015.
Blu-ray Review: Scream Factory Wants All of Your Money with Four New Collector’s Editions
Submitted by BrianTT on September 24, 2013 - 3:10pmCHICAGO – Scream Factory refuses to let up, releasing four more stellar Blu-ray editions that will just add to the debt of hardcore horror fans. Not all four of these films are great on their own but they’re all great Blu-ray releases, full of special features and with some truly amazing transfers. Genre junkies, like myself, should own all four, even “Psycho III.” Sorry. Maybe you can take out a loan. It’s not my fault. Don’t shoot the horror messenger.
Blu-Ray Review: Great Release For ‘George A. Romero’s Survival of the Dead’
Submitted by BrianTT on September 2, 2010 - 9:49amCHICAGO – It pains me to point out the flaws of “George A. Romero’s Survival of the Dead.” Two of the most influential movies in my entire life are “Night of the Living Dead” and “Dawn of the Dead” and I could write a book on the importance of one of the most essential horror directors of all time. But, despite a fantastic Blu-ray release, “Survival of the Dead” disappoints.
Patrons Transformed Into Zombies at Chicago ‘Diary of the Dead’ Screening
Submitted by HollywoodChicago.com on February 15, 2008 - 4:38pmCHICAGO – At the Chicago screening on Thursday for “Diary of the Dead” from horror master George A. Romero, willing patrons were transformed into zombies by a makeup and body paint artist. The Chicago publicist for the film has provided us with photos of the transformations.
