Monthly Archives: August 2011

HOLLYWOOD CHAINSAW HOOKERS

Posted on August 31, 2011 at 11:20 PM by Fasso

            In honor of Michelle Bauer’s upcoming appearance at Chiller Theatre this October, here’s a review of her epic magnum opus, HOLLYWOOD CHAINSAW HOOKERS, the Fred Olen Ray classic.  Enter this review with an appreciation … Continue reading →

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Bob Clark, Dead Things and the Savini/Romero Connection

Posted on August 27, 2011 at 11:54 AM by Fasso

      I’m not one to post other people’s “news” and call it my own.  It’s a sin of the internet that literally thousands of sites feed off established sites, reposting their items and rebranding the information a “scoop;”  … Continue reading →

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The Tom Savini Retrospective

Posted on August 25, 2011 at 9:25 PM by Fasso

        Savini and an effect       In 1978, Tom Savini changed the world of horror films as we know it.  His special effects makeup on DAWN OF THE DEAD rocked the world with explicit gore, … Continue reading →

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DAWN OF THE DEAD

Posted on August 25, 2011 at 8:16 PM by Fasso

            Finishing off Death Ensemble’s Tom Savini Retrospective, Phil Fasso reviews where it all really started for the make up effects genius.  Taking on another sacred cow, Phil still doesn’t understand how people prefer DAWN … Continue reading →

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Combs and Crampton, Reunited and Re-Animated at MM 20

Posted on August 25, 2011 at 12:47 AM by Fasso

    Its’ a reunion that’s likely to reanimate zombie fans’ love of horror conventions. First brought together by Stuart Gordon for his zombie classic RE-ANIMATOR, Jeffrey Combs and Barbara Crampton will meet again at Monster-Mania this September 16-18, in … Continue reading →

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NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD 1990

Posted on August 24, 2011 at 8:32 PM by Fasso

        Several people have told Phil they think Tom Savini’s NOTLD 1990 is a good horror movie.  He holds them in high suspicion.  As we come closer to the end of our Tom Savini retrospective, here’s Phil’s … Continue reading →

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For Your Pleasure… Death Ensemble Doodads

Posted on August 23, 2011 at 5:47 PM by Fasso

    As I strive constantly to enhance your Death Ensemble experience, I’m happy to report that we’ve made a few alterations and additions to DE the last few days.  These changes will give you more ability to interact with … Continue reading →

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FRIDAY THE 13TH (1980)

Posted on August 22, 2011 at 5:01 AM by Fasso

                Almost at the end of our Tom Savini retrospective, here’s Phil Fasso’s take on one of the biggest slashers of all time.  Phil’s still asking himself that question below.  Sacred cow, consider … Continue reading →

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Michelle Bauer Reunites with Scream Queens for New DeCoteau Flick

Posted on August 19, 2011 at 2:56 PM by Fasso

          Ed. note- I mentioned to a friend how jazzed I was about Michelle Bauer making the Chiller guest list, and he was nice enough to forward me this press release.  Scream queens Bauer, Linnea Quigley … Continue reading →

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Chiller Unveils Opening Lineup, Foxy Chainsaw Hookers

Posted on August 17, 2011 at 11:56 PM by Fasso

                With excitement and anticipation, I await this day twice a year.  It’s right up there with Christmas, jumping out of bed and running straight to the tree, diving headlong into ripping open … Continue reading →

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