Stars: Shawn Roberts, Jason London, Kenneth Welshm Genevieve DeGraves, Julian Richings | Written by Stephen Wallis | Directed by Cat Hostick
Back in 1922 Campton Manor was the scene of an unexplained mass death, twenty-eight guests at a New Year’s party died of heart attacks at the same time. There was no trace of poison, and the case was never solved. The mansion has, needless to say, sat empty ever since.
Decades later, the film seems to be set in the 1950s, Teddy is a detective and a horror novelist. He’s helped in both of these careers by his ability to see, and talk to, the dead. Right now he’s more concerned with Jack. Despite his secretary’s best efforts, Jack keeps turning up in his office talking about Campton Manor, in fact he’s rather insistent that Teddy investigate it.
After getting an invitation to that fateful party, Ted thinks Jack sent it,...
Back in 1922 Campton Manor was the scene of an unexplained mass death, twenty-eight guests at a New Year’s party died of heart attacks at the same time. There was no trace of poison, and the case was never solved. The mansion has, needless to say, sat empty ever since.
Decades later, the film seems to be set in the 1950s, Teddy is a detective and a horror novelist. He’s helped in both of these careers by his ability to see, and talk to, the dead. Right now he’s more concerned with Jack. Despite his secretary’s best efforts, Jack keeps turning up in his office talking about Campton Manor, in fact he’s rather insistent that Teddy investigate it.
After getting an invitation to that fateful party, Ted thinks Jack sent it,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Jim Morazzini
- Nerdly
Sneak Peek footage from the science fiction horror feature "Ejecta", directed by Chad Archibald and Matt Wiele, available August 19, 2015 from Anchor Bay Entertainment Canada, Foresight Features and Raven Banner Entertainment:
"...'William Cassidy' (Richings) is a man who has had steady interactions with extraterrestrials for the last 40 years, which has left him so filled with paranoia and fear that he now spends his days as a blogger living in seclusion.
"He contacts 'Joe Sullivan' (Adam Seybold), an alien researcher and conspiracy theorist blogger, and invites him to his home on the night of a solar event that Cassidy believes could be potentially dangerous to Earth.
"The film switches back and forth between footage from that night to a later day where Cassidy is being interrogated by an unseen person..."
Cast also includes Lisa Houle as 'Dr. Tobin', Mark Gibson as 'Agent Brinkman', Justin Darmanin as 'Agent Falco',...
"...'William Cassidy' (Richings) is a man who has had steady interactions with extraterrestrials for the last 40 years, which has left him so filled with paranoia and fear that he now spends his days as a blogger living in seclusion.
"He contacts 'Joe Sullivan' (Adam Seybold), an alien researcher and conspiracy theorist blogger, and invites him to his home on the night of a solar event that Cassidy believes could be potentially dangerous to Earth.
"The film switches back and forth between footage from that night to a later day where Cassidy is being interrogated by an unseen person..."
Cast also includes Lisa Houle as 'Dr. Tobin', Mark Gibson as 'Agent Brinkman', Justin Darmanin as 'Agent Falco',...
- 8/14/2015
- by Michael Stevens
- SneakPeek
Stars: Julian Richings, Adam Seybold, Lisa Houle, Mark Gibson, Justin Darmanin, Ry Barrett, Ari Millen, Cat Hostick, Tony Burgess, Jason David Brown, Matt Griffin | Written by Tony Burgess | Directed by Chad Archibald, Matt Wiele
Aliens can be annoying, especially with all the probing and implanting they seem to do. Ejecta features a character that shows just why this is the case, especially if the aliens use the victims head as a radio conductor for their conversations. When people who complain about such things are normally seen as crazy, what happens if they are telling the truth? Then you get a film like Ejecta.
Ejecta focuses on William Cassidy (Julian Richings) who at the beginning of the film is captured by an anonymous group wanting to know the truth about the aliens he says he has encountered. Watching footage found recorded by still missing Joe Sullivan (Adam Seybold) featuring the recent actions of the duo Dr.
Aliens can be annoying, especially with all the probing and implanting they seem to do. Ejecta features a character that shows just why this is the case, especially if the aliens use the victims head as a radio conductor for their conversations. When people who complain about such things are normally seen as crazy, what happens if they are telling the truth? Then you get a film like Ejecta.
Ejecta focuses on William Cassidy (Julian Richings) who at the beginning of the film is captured by an anonymous group wanting to know the truth about the aliens he says he has encountered. Watching footage found recorded by still missing Joe Sullivan (Adam Seybold) featuring the recent actions of the duo Dr.
- 1/19/2015
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
We’re back with another edition of the Indie Spotlight, highlighting recent independent horror news sent our way. Today’s feature includes release details for A Resurrection, details on a virtual trading card series called Closet Monsters, casting news for Dead Afterlife, a Q&A with Vigilante Diaries’ Christian Sesma, and much more:
A Resurrection Release Details: “Archstone Distribution announces the VOD, Digital Download and DVD release of A Resurrection from Writer/Director Matt Orlando (Barbershop). The film stars Mischa Barton (Fox’s “The Oc”), Devon Sawa (CW’s “Nikita”) Jonathan Michael Trautmann (96 Minutes) and the late Michael Clarke Duncan (The Green Mile). A Resurrection will be available on VOD on July 23, 2013 and on DVD on August 6, 2013. It was released this week for Digital Download on all internet platforms, including iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Xbox Video and Vudu. The announcement was made today by Archstone Distribution’s Brady Bowen.
A Resurrection...
A Resurrection Release Details: “Archstone Distribution announces the VOD, Digital Download and DVD release of A Resurrection from Writer/Director Matt Orlando (Barbershop). The film stars Mischa Barton (Fox’s “The Oc”), Devon Sawa (CW’s “Nikita”) Jonathan Michael Trautmann (96 Minutes) and the late Michael Clarke Duncan (The Green Mile). A Resurrection will be available on VOD on July 23, 2013 and on DVD on August 6, 2013. It was released this week for Digital Download on all internet platforms, including iTunes, Amazon Instant Video, Xbox Video and Vudu. The announcement was made today by Archstone Distribution’s Brady Bowen.
A Resurrection...
- 7/14/2013
- by Tamika Jones
- DailyDead
By David Harkness, MoreHorror.com
Fatal Pictures has announced its upcoming slate of film festivals for the horror short Familiar (review) that's been taking the circuits by storm.
The film stars Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza as Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed DoddbFamily.
Synopsis:
Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own…
Upcoming Screenings:
New York City Horror Film Festival , November 8th (2012)
http://www.nychorrorfest.com
Telluride Horror Show , October 12 th 13 th 14th (2012)
http://www.telluridehorrorshow.com
Celluloid Screams , October 26th 27th 28th (2012)
www.celluloidscreams.co.uk
Bram Stoker International Film Festival , October 25th 26th 27th (2012)
www.bramstokerfilmfestival.com
RazorReel Fantastic Film Festival , October 25th – November 6th (2012)
www.rrfff.be
Slash Film Festival , September 20th – 30th (2012)
http://www.slashfilmfestival.com
Mayhem Horror Film Festival , October 31st – November 4th
http://www.mayhemhorrorfest.
Fatal Pictures has announced its upcoming slate of film festivals for the horror short Familiar (review) that's been taking the circuits by storm.
The film stars Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza as Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed DoddbFamily.
Synopsis:
Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own…
Upcoming Screenings:
New York City Horror Film Festival , November 8th (2012)
http://www.nychorrorfest.com
Telluride Horror Show , October 12 th 13 th 14th (2012)
http://www.telluridehorrorshow.com
Celluloid Screams , October 26th 27th 28th (2012)
www.celluloidscreams.co.uk
Bram Stoker International Film Festival , October 25th 26th 27th (2012)
www.bramstokerfilmfestival.com
RazorReel Fantastic Film Festival , October 25th – November 6th (2012)
www.rrfff.be
Slash Film Festival , September 20th – 30th (2012)
http://www.slashfilmfestival.com
Mayhem Horror Film Festival , October 31st – November 4th
http://www.mayhemhorrorfest.
- 9/25/2012
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Although I run the risk of sounding like some sort of stargazing hayseed for saying as much, but, one of these days, I’m going to make the trip to the Fantasia Film Festival. It sounds like something I would thoroughly enjoy, though my current location, coupled with the expenditures associated with travel, prevent me from embarking on this particular adventure right now. However, if, unlike myself, you’re going to attend this year’s festival, be sure to take in a screening of Fatal Pictures’ intriguing horror short “Familiar”. The damned thing is amazing as hell, which means you should check it out if you’re going to be in the area. Here’s the skinny straight from the company’s press release: Fatal Pictures is proud to announce Familiar, a new horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family.
- 7/4/2012
- by Todd Rigney
- Beyond Hollywood
By Seth Metoyer, MoreHorror.com
The creepy little twisted short film Familiar (review) will screen at this years Fantasia International Film Festival 2012.
Familiar was written and directed by Richard Powell (interview here), produced by Zach Green with cinematography and co-produced by Michael Jari Davidson with special F/X provided by Ryan Louagie, Carlos Henriques and Steven Dawley (The Butcher Shop).
Check out the official trailer for "Familiar" below.
For more details about the film, check out the official Fatal Pictures website and IMDb page.
From the Official Press Release
Fatal Pictures is proud to announce Familiar, a new horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family, has been included in the Fantasia Film Festival 2012 lineup.
Synopsis
Familiar is the story of a series of tragic events leading a middle-aged man to grow to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his...
The creepy little twisted short film Familiar (review) will screen at this years Fantasia International Film Festival 2012.
Familiar was written and directed by Richard Powell (interview here), produced by Zach Green with cinematography and co-produced by Michael Jari Davidson with special F/X provided by Ryan Louagie, Carlos Henriques and Steven Dawley (The Butcher Shop).
Check out the official trailer for "Familiar" below.
For more details about the film, check out the official Fatal Pictures website and IMDb page.
From the Official Press Release
Fatal Pictures is proud to announce Familiar, a new horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family, has been included in the Fantasia Film Festival 2012 lineup.
Synopsis
Familiar is the story of a series of tragic events leading a middle-aged man to grow to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his...
- 7/3/2012
- by admin
- MoreHorror
We just received word that the unique, creepy and highly anticipated short flick, Familiar (review here), has been accepted into Fantasia International Film Festival. Read on for all the details you need to get familiar with Canada!
Dig the official trailer for Familiar and a clip from the film below. To get more information, visit the official Fatal Pictures website and follow Fatal Pictures on Twitter (@fatalpictures).
And for more on the film fest, visit the official Fantasia International Film Festival 2012 website, being held July 19 through August 7 in Montreal, to see what the organizers have planned for this grand annual event.
From the Press Release
Fatal Pictures is proud to announce Familiar, a new horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family has been included in the Fantasia Film Festival 2012 lineup.
Familiar was written and directed by Richard Powell,...
Dig the official trailer for Familiar and a clip from the film below. To get more information, visit the official Fatal Pictures website and follow Fatal Pictures on Twitter (@fatalpictures).
And for more on the film fest, visit the official Fantasia International Film Festival 2012 website, being held July 19 through August 7 in Montreal, to see what the organizers have planned for this grand annual event.
From the Press Release
Fatal Pictures is proud to announce Familiar, a new horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family has been included in the Fantasia Film Festival 2012 lineup.
Familiar was written and directed by Richard Powell,...
- 6/27/2012
- by Doctor Gash
- DreadCentral.com
Directed by: Richard Powell
Written by: Richard Powell
Produced by: Michael Jari Davidson, Zach Green, Ryan Louagie, Richard Powell
Cast: Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza, Cathryn Hostick
"After 45 years of existence, my life is about to begin."
Such are the internal thoughts of a very bitter John Dodd. John is a tired man. He's been married for many years, and has helped to raise a daughter well enough that the girl is about to move out on her own. Unbeknownst to his wife or his daughter, John is exceptionally unhappy, and is looking at this milestone as a moment when his social obligations are complete enough that he can flee for the hills and live out the rest of his life on his own.
Much of this is expressed through internal ramblings through John's mind. In an I Stand Alone style stream of consciousness, we hear just how awful the man's...
Written by: Richard Powell
Produced by: Michael Jari Davidson, Zach Green, Ryan Louagie, Richard Powell
Cast: Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza, Cathryn Hostick
"After 45 years of existence, my life is about to begin."
Such are the internal thoughts of a very bitter John Dodd. John is a tired man. He's been married for many years, and has helped to raise a daughter well enough that the girl is about to move out on her own. Unbeknownst to his wife or his daughter, John is exceptionally unhappy, and is looking at this milestone as a moment when his social obligations are complete enough that he can flee for the hills and live out the rest of his life on his own.
Much of this is expressed through internal ramblings through John's mind. In an I Stand Alone style stream of consciousness, we hear just how awful the man's...
- 6/8/2012
- by Tristan Sinns
- Planet Fury
We’re back with the latest installment of our Indie Spotlight. Today’s feature includes two book reviews from Derek Botelho, Japanese zombie craziness, a scarecrow shirt design, and more:
Mile High Horror Film Festival: Taking place in Denver this October, the 2012 Mile High Horror Film Festival is now open for film submissions:
“The festival is accepting submissions for four categories, including feature length, short films, animated films running less than 50 minutes, and local Colorado films. Filmmakers are encouraged to submit early.
This year’s film festival will run October 5-7, 2012 at Denver FilmCenter/Colfax, located at 2510 East Colfax in Denver, Co. An IMDb-qualifying festival, the festival’s mission is to showcase the best in independent horror film. The 2011 festival featured more than 30 films from 11 countries. Lifetime Achievement for Excellence in Horror Film was given to guest Michael Berryman (“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”, “The Hills Have Eyes...
Mile High Horror Film Festival: Taking place in Denver this October, the 2012 Mile High Horror Film Festival is now open for film submissions:
“The festival is accepting submissions for four categories, including feature length, short films, animated films running less than 50 minutes, and local Colorado films. Filmmakers are encouraged to submit early.
This year’s film festival will run October 5-7, 2012 at Denver FilmCenter/Colfax, located at 2510 East Colfax in Denver, Co. An IMDb-qualifying festival, the festival’s mission is to showcase the best in independent horror film. The 2011 festival featured more than 30 films from 11 countries. Lifetime Achievement for Excellence in Horror Film was given to guest Michael Berryman (“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”, “The Hills Have Eyes...
- 4/8/2012
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
We’re back with the latest installment of our Indie Spotlight. Each feature includes the latest independent horror news sent our way. If you want to be included in our next spotlight, send us an email.
Patient Zero Teaser Trailer: Studio 3 Entertainment has released a new teaser trailer for their upcoming film “Patient Zero”, from director Brian T. Jaynes (Boggy Creek, Humans Versus Zombies) and Producers Bruce Kahn, Niko Foster, and Kerri Navarro:
“Two young scientists are swept up in a government plot to suppress the truth about a biological disaster at a genetic research facility.” The film stars Brandon Slagle (2012: Ice Age, Area 51 Confidential), Amanda Phillips (Sin City, Friday Night Lights), Natalie Wilemon (Phantom Tragedy), Jackey Hall (Chrome Angels), Frederic Doss (Transformers, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra), Carl Savering (Boggy Creek, Breaking Bad), and Van Quattro (Fight Club, Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The...
Patient Zero Teaser Trailer: Studio 3 Entertainment has released a new teaser trailer for their upcoming film “Patient Zero”, from director Brian T. Jaynes (Boggy Creek, Humans Versus Zombies) and Producers Bruce Kahn, Niko Foster, and Kerri Navarro:
“Two young scientists are swept up in a government plot to suppress the truth about a biological disaster at a genetic research facility.” The film stars Brandon Slagle (2012: Ice Age, Area 51 Confidential), Amanda Phillips (Sin City, Friday Night Lights), Natalie Wilemon (Phantom Tragedy), Jackey Hall (Chrome Angels), Frederic Doss (Transformers, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra), Carl Savering (Boggy Creek, Breaking Bad), and Van Quattro (Fight Club, Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The...
- 2/27/2012
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
*full disclosure: an online screener of this film was provided by producer Zach Green.
Director/writer: Richard Powell.
Cast: Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick.
"Familiar" is the third film to be developed by Fatal Pictures. "Worm" was their previous outing and a review of this film is available here: (Worm Review). Much like "Worm," "Familiar" stars Robert Nolan as a very negative individual full of unexpressed resentment. His resentment takes form as a parasite wrapped around his body. Some self-surgery places this short film in the realm of psychological horror.
Nolan plays John Dodd a man in his '40s struggling through a mid-life crisis. He is tired of his wife and his daughter. He wants out but he does not have a plan. However, John does have a really negative voice whispering in his ear. It demands that he kill his wife and run away from it all.
Director/writer: Richard Powell.
Cast: Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick.
"Familiar" is the third film to be developed by Fatal Pictures. "Worm" was their previous outing and a review of this film is available here: (Worm Review). Much like "Worm," "Familiar" stars Robert Nolan as a very negative individual full of unexpressed resentment. His resentment takes form as a parasite wrapped around his body. Some self-surgery places this short film in the realm of psychological horror.
Nolan plays John Dodd a man in his '40s struggling through a mid-life crisis. He is tired of his wife and his daughter. He wants out but he does not have a plan. However, John does have a really negative voice whispering in his ear. It demands that he kill his wife and run away from it all.
- 1/24/2012
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
From producer Zach Green and writer/director Richard Powell, the duo responsible for the darkly comical genre short “Worm”, comes the wickedly enjoyable short “Familiar”, a film that owes as much to the body horror of David Cronenberg as it does the outrageousness of Frank Henenlotter. It’s my favorite kind of horror flick: The movie takes an inherently silly premise and treats it very seriously. The end result is nothing sort of brilliant, and cements Fatal Pictures as one of the most daring genre outlets currently in operation. I sincerely hope that these guys put together a full-length feature in the future, as they I think they could definitely pull it off with very little effort. What these guys accomplish on a miniscule budget is nothing short of impressive. “Word” star Robert Nolan skillfully embodies the role of bored husband John, a man who is growing increasingly displeased with his typical suburban life.
- 1/17/2012
- by Todd Rigney
- Beyond Hollywood
by Seth Metoyer, MoreHorror.com
If the poster art alone isn't enough to get you excited about the upcoming horror short Familiar from Fatal Pictures, them perhaps the first teaser will do the trick. Check out the wicked teaser below the official press release, as well as some movie stills for your enjoyment.
From the official release:
Fatal Pictures is proud to announce “Familiar”, a new Horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza & Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family.
Synopsis
Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own…
Credits:
Written/Directed by Richard Powell, Produced by Zach Green (Fatal Pictures)
Cinematography & Co Producer Michael Jari Davidson shot on Red Digital Cinema. Special FX provided by Ryan Louagie, Carlos Henriques & Steven Dawley (The Butcher Shop). Music & Sound Design by Bernie Greenspoon.
If the poster art alone isn't enough to get you excited about the upcoming horror short Familiar from Fatal Pictures, them perhaps the first teaser will do the trick. Check out the wicked teaser below the official press release, as well as some movie stills for your enjoyment.
From the official release:
Fatal Pictures is proud to announce “Familiar”, a new Horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza & Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family.
Synopsis
Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own…
Credits:
Written/Directed by Richard Powell, Produced by Zach Green (Fatal Pictures)
Cinematography & Co Producer Michael Jari Davidson shot on Red Digital Cinema. Special FX provided by Ryan Louagie, Carlos Henriques & Steven Dawley (The Butcher Shop). Music & Sound Design by Bernie Greenspoon.
- 11/24/2011
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Coming soon from writer-director Richard Powell and producer Zach Green is horror short Familiar. Starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick the producers aren't releasing a ton of information at this point but the fabulous poster and freshly released teaser positively drip atmosphere.Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own.The title for this is an evocative one and thanks to the animal figures hidden in the typography I can't help but be reminded of the demonic connotations of the word, a familiar being a low level demon which often takes on the form of an animal while helping in the practice of black magic. Take a look...
- 11/21/2011
- Screen Anarchy
Each weekend we include independent horror news sent our way. If you want to be featured in our next spotlight feature, send us an email.
Familiar Teaser: Written and Directed by Richard Powell, Familiar is “a new Horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family.”
“Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own.”
To view a teaser trailer for Familiar, visit: http://vimeo.com/31039155
For more information, visit: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Familiar-The-third-short-from-Fatal-Pictures/192484194103032
Window On Your Present DVD Release: Window On Your Present will be making its debut on DVD November 22nd: “Window on Your Present takes place in a world where color and love do not exist. The people who live in this dreary world have nothing to live for...
Familiar Teaser: Written and Directed by Richard Powell, Familiar is “a new Horror short starring Robert Nolan, Astrida Auza and Cathryn Hostick as the seemingly idyllic yet ultimately doomed Dodd Family.”
“Through a series of tragic events a middle aged man grows to suspect the negative impulses plaguing his mind may not be his own.”
To view a teaser trailer for Familiar, visit: http://vimeo.com/31039155
For more information, visit: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Familiar-The-third-short-from-Fatal-Pictures/192484194103032
Window On Your Present DVD Release: Window On Your Present will be making its debut on DVD November 22nd: “Window on Your Present takes place in a world where color and love do not exist. The people who live in this dreary world have nothing to live for...
- 11/13/2011
- by Jonathan James
- DailyDead
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