Author Archives: Fasso

THE BURNING: Reflections on Writing a Remake

Posted on May 27, 2012 at 12:46 PM by Fasso

        A crucial part of the writing process takes place well after the last word’s  been put to the page.  A writer formulates an idea;  writes the piece;  and revises it.  Once that’s all been done, any … Continue reading →

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It’s Official! You Suck! The Non-Invasive Home Invasion Edition

Posted on May 23, 2012 at 3:04 PM by Fasso

        Shao Kahn has broken into EarthRealm.  Threatening to take our best warriors and smash them to a pulp in Mortal Kombat, he’s compromised the safety of us all.   But what if he broke into your … Continue reading →

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PIECE BY PIECE: Scott Goldberg’s short trailer for THE THREE

Posted on May 20, 2012 at 11:31 AM by Fasso

    Subject:   A trailer for Long Island director Scott Goldberg’s upcoming film THE THREE, starring John Amplas and Lori Cardille of George Romero’s DAY OF THE DEAD.     Lifespan:   2 minutes 33 seconds     The … Continue reading →

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RESURRECTING CARRIE

Posted on May 20, 2012 at 10:47 AM by Fasso

        Ed. note– I’t’s my pleasure to welcome Michael Stever to the Death Ensemble staff.  Michael is a talented director, filmmaker, camera man and writer, and even with all that on his plate, he’s taken the time … Continue reading →

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Zombies: Encounters with the Hungry Dead

Posted on May 19, 2012 at 1:22 PM by Fasso

          I need to step away from zombies for a long time.  That’s the ultimate compliment I can give to John Skipp’s massive collection of undead stories, Zombies: Encounters with the Hungry Dead.  It’s the most … Continue reading →

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POPATOPOLIS

Posted on May 15, 2012 at 9:19 PM by Fasso

        Check out POPATOPOLIS on Netflix Instant.  It’s a nice companion piece to BEST WORST MOVIE, and an insane inside look at Jim Wynorski taking on what would seem an impossible challenge.     When I met … Continue reading →

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THE GHASTLY LOVE OF JOHNNY X Hits the Road

Posted on May 14, 2012 at 9:29 PM by Fasso

        Straight from the desk of director Paul Bunnell:         Dear johnnyXmovie Alumni & Fans .. You may recall working on a fun movie back in 2010 (or 2004 for some of you) called … Continue reading →

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Brooke Lewis’ MS. VAMPY Wins Communicator Award

Posted on May 14, 2012 at 8:57 PM by Fasso

        It’s always nice to encounter people who are socially conscious.  Around the time I interviewed Brooke Lewis, she was gearing up for Bowling for Boobies, in relief of breast cancer.  She’s also had an ongoing series … Continue reading →

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Charming Incantations: Enticed

Posted on May 14, 2012 at 8:27 PM by Fasso

            Ed. note– I owe a profound apology to author Monique Snyman.  She sent me this novel for review ages ago, and I promised her and myself that I would review it soon after.  I … Continue reading →

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FATHER’S DAY

Posted on May 13, 2012 at 10:44 AM by Fasso

        Phil started off the month with a review of Darren Lynn Bousman’s remake of MOTHER’S DAY.  Now Chad’s written a companion piece with his look at Troma’s FATHER’S DAY.  As it’s Mother’s Day today, we at … Continue reading →

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