If, like me, you’re in need of a good chuckle, you might enjoy this little clip of James Cameron and Arnold Schwarzenegger that has been making the rounds on social media. The pair were speaking during a video call when Schwarzenegger suddenly took a gulp from a massive beer mug, which caused Cameron to stop mid-sentence and exclaim, “Holy shit! Look at that!“

The moment in question starts at 17:06 in the video below.

I had a laugh. Hopefully, you did as well. This conversation took place three years ago as part of Arnold’s Stammtisch, Schwarzenegger’s climate initiative series in which he spoke with various environmental advocates. I’d like to think Schwarzenegger sent Cameron his own giant beer mug for Christmas that year. “In Austria and Germany, Stammtische are held in pubs and restaurants and allow the local community to come together to discuss political and philosophical issues of the day,” reads a press release. “Stammtische are not structured meetings, but instead friendly get-togethers where strong opinions and words can be exchanged with no hard feelings. In this spirit, each Arnold’s Stammtisch will be informal, conversational and about 15 minutes in length.“

While Schwarzenegger and Cameron are still good friends, it’s unlikely they’ll be reuniting for another Terminator movie. Cameron has been working on a secret Terminator project, but he revealed last month that fans shouldn’t expect to see any familiar characters or iconography.

“This is the moment when you jettison everything that is specific to the last 40 years of Terminator, but you live by those principles,” Cameron said, explaining that the franchise needs to move past its iconic characters. “You get too inside it, and then you lose a new audience because the new audience care much less about that stuff than you think they do. That’s the danger, obviously, with Avatar as well, but I think we’ve proven that we have something for new audiences.“

This means no T-800, no Sarah Connor, and no John Connor. Stripping away these elements would take the franchise back to its bones: humans vs machines, and that’s just what Cameron wants. “You’ve got powerless main characters, essentially, fighting for their lives, who get no support from existing power structures, and have to circumvent them but somehow maintain a moral compass. And then you throw AI into the mix,” Cameron teased. “Those principles are sound principles for storytelling today, right? So I have no doubt that subsequent Terminator films will not only be possible, but they’ll kick ass. But this is the moment where you jettison all the specific iconography.“

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Over the course of three In Search of Darkness documentary films, all of which were over four hours long (with one of them nearly reaching the six hour mark), director David Weiner did an incredible job of digging into the many great (and some not-so-great) horror movies that were released in the 1980s. There were still so many movies left uncovered that Weiner could circle back and continue looking into ’80s movies for years to come – but instead, he has decided to move forward into the ’90s with the upcoming documentary In Search of Darkness: 1990 – 1994. At the time, fans considered the horror genre to be in a lull, a downswing from the heights it reached in the ’80s. But with this movie, Weiner aims to point out that we did still get a lot of good horror movies during that time period. You can get a sample of the sights he has to show us this time around by watching the trailer embedded above.

Here’s the information on the new movie: Celebrate and explore early ’90s Horror in the latest installment of the acclaimed In Search of Darkness documentary series, packed with five-and-a-half hours of critical takes, insider tales, and unheard anecdotes! Telling the stories is our incredible cast, including Heather Langenkamp (Actor, Wes Craven’s New Nightmare), John Carpenter (Director, In The Mouth of Madness), Frank Henenlotter (Director, Frankenhooker), Tim Balme (Actor, Dead Alive), Michael Gross (Actor, Tremors), and many more.

Lost Decade? Think Again! The ’90s was a much more exciting time for horror filmmaking than many people may remember, boasting an abundance of creative visions, vibrant approaches, and insane, memorable entries. Directed by David Weiner (In Search of Darkness: I-III), In Search of Darkness 1990-1994 is a fun and energetic exploration of the first half of this “lost decade,” where filmmakers lined up ’80s horror icons alongside new, darker villains, as well as capitalizing on burgeoning, cutting-edge CGI effects. By focusing on just a five year period we can celebrate everything from mainstream studio Horror classics to straight-to-video titles shot on a shoestring budget.

In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994 is packed with new stories and insights into the films you love from the legends that made them. Here are just a few of our favorite segments:

Terror on TV – Gilbert Adler (Producer, Tales From The Crypt & Freddy’s Nightmares) and Mike Flanagan (Doctor Sleep) reminisce over the abundance of great horror TV in the ’90s while Tommy Lee Wallace (Stephen King’s It) and Mick Garris (The Stand) tell tales from their respective Stephen King miniseries.

The Emergence of CGI & AI Fears – Our contributors, including John Carpenter (Director, In The Mouth of Madness), Heather Langenkamp (Actor, Wes Craven’s New Nightmare), and Alex Winter (Actor, Freaked) cast judgment on the explosion of CGI in the early ’90s and future advancements in AI that may replace actors.

Trash Horror – We celebrate the many DIY, shot-on-video, and straight-to-video Horror movies in the ’90s, with contributions from David Dastmalchian (Actor, Late Night with the Devil), Annie Choi (Author, Bleeding Skull!), Jörg Buttgereit (Director, Nekromantik 2), and more.

Horror Villains: The New Blood – Our cast, including Bernard Rose (Director, Candyman), Robert Kurtzman (SFX, Misery), Doug Bradley (Actor, Hellraiser franchise), examine how movies such as Misery, Candyman, and Silence of the Lambs saw new villains emerge to contend with franchise favorites.

In Search of Darkness: 1990 – 1994 is expected to be released in November. You can learn more about the documentary, and secure your own copy of it, by clicking over to the official website HERE.

Are you a fan of the In Search of Darkness documentaries, and will you be watching In Search of Darkness: 1990 – 1994? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

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Amazon MGM‘s Voltron movie got a significant update today after confirming that The Witcher and Man of Steel star Henry Cavill is joining the live-action adaptation. Cavill lends some impressive star power to the Rawson Marshall Thurber-directed feature, also starring Daniel Quinn-Toye.

Thurber also co-wrote the script with Ellen Shanman. The general premise of Voltron centers around five young pilots whose vehicles join together to form the mega mech known as Voltron. The show was edited together from several Japanese anime series, including Beast King GoLion and Armored Fleet Dairugger XV, and originally ran in the mid-80s. Voltron spawned several sequel series, including Voltron: Legendary Defender, which spanned eight seasons on Netflix.

Rawson Marshall Thurber, known for directing the Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart buddy comedy Central Intelligence, Johnson’s Skyscraper film, and Netflix’s Red Notice, is developing two projects as I write this article, including We’re the Millers 2 and The Division. Thurber is rumored to be directing We’re the Millers 2, a sequel to the filmmaker’s 2013 comedy starring Jennifer Aniston, Jason Sudeikis, Emma Roberts, Ed Helms, Will Poulter, Nick Offerman, and Kathryn Hahn. The original focuses on a veteran pot dealer who creates a fake family as part of his plan to move a huge shipment of weed into the U.S. from Mexico.

Thurber is also attached to Tom Clancy’s The Division, a live-action adaptation of the Ubisoft action game. The Division is slated to star Jake Gyllenhaal and Jessica Chastain. It will take place in “the near future where a pandemic virus is spread via paper money on Black Friday, decimating the city of New York and killing millions. By Christmas, what’s left of society has descended into chaos. A group of civilians, trained to operate in catastrophic times, are activated in an attempt to save who and what remains.”

What do you think about Henry Cavill joining the Voltron cast? Who else could pilot the limbs of the legendary lion-themed mech? Let’s see your suggestions in the comments section below, and let us know if you’re excited about this adaptation of the classic larger-than-life action franchise.

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Last year, 1984 Publishing celebrated the 40th anniversary of the classic slasher Sleepaway Camp (watch it HERE) with the release of the “making of” book Sleepaway Camp: Making the Movie and Reigniting the Campfire, as well as a 4-song soundtrack EP. Now, 1984 Publishing has announced that they’ll be releasing an expanded paperback edition of the Sleepaway Camp book that has over 100 new pages of content and behind-the-scenes photos, all primarily focusing on the cult classic sequels Sleepaway Camp II: Unhappy Campers and Sleepaway Camp III: Teenage Wasteland. They’re also putting out a 5-track Sleepaway Camp II / III soundtrack EP won vinyl and CD. They note that “various vinyl color variants will be available, as well as special editions that include signed cast member photos, lyric sheets, and exclusive Sleepaway Camp III flexi audio postcards.”

Sleepaway Camp: Making the Movie and Reigniting the Campfire author Jeff Hayes provided the following statement: “After the release of the hardbound edition, fans worldwide contacted me who loved the info about the original film but were asking additional questions about the sequels. So, 1984 Publishing and I thought fans would appreciate a deep dive into the sequels as bonus content for the second edition. I started with screenwriter Michael Hitchcock (of Christopher Guest, Glee, and Bridesmaids fame), who created Angela’s path forward in parts 2 and 3. Michael and I completed a series of extensive interviews that included character motivations, deleted scenes, creative kills, budgetary adjustments, inside jokes, and more! I also interviewed (and included personal behind-the-scenes photos) from fan favorite Brian Patrick Clarke (‘T.C.’), Mark Oliver (‘Tony’), Daryl Wilcher (‘Riff’), Carol Chambers and Amy Fields (‘The Shit Sisters’), Kim Wall (‘Cindy’), Kendall Bean (‘Demi’), FX creator Bill ‘Splat’ Johnson, and more. It’s the most extensive look at the sequels to date.” The second edition of the book concludes with a new interview with designer and actor Loris Diran, who played Billy in the original Sleepaway Camp. “Diran, a member of the LGBT community, offers readers a unique take on the original iconic film, its aftermath, and its personal impact on him.“

As for the soundtrack EP, that contains music by John Altyn and includes the fan-favorite song “Outta Control” from Sleepaway Camp II (a song that was originally intended for A Nightmare on Elm Street 3), three mixes of the song “Sleepaway” (from Sleepaway Camp III), and the classic “Happy Camper Song” that was featured in both sequels. All vinyl editions additionally contain a bonus flexi postcard with an audio trailer for Sleepaway Camp III. The 12-inch gatefold vinyl edition will be available in the following variants: – “Blood Red” (limited to 300) – “Camp Rolling Hills” split-colored vinyl (dark blue & light blue – limited to 150) – “Shit Sisters’” pot haze-colored vinyl (includes a print autographed by Carol Chambers & Amy Fields – limited to 100) – “Riff’s Switchblade” silver-colored vinyl (includes a print autographed by Daryl Wilcher – limited to 100) – “Coke” white-colored vinyl (includes autographed “Sleepaway” sheet music by John Altyn – limited to 100)

The new, paperback edition of Sleepaway Camp: Making the Movie and Reigniting the Campfire and the soundtrack EP are available for pre-order on 1984Publishing.com.

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Say it with me: Sporkinfeesten. Have you got that? No? Don’t worry; eventually, it’ll roll right off your tongue. Bobby Farrelly, co-director of Dumb and Dumber, Kingpin, There’s Something About Mary, and the director of 2023’s feelgood sports comedy Champions, is packing his bags for Sporkinfeesten, a family vacation comedy at Amazon MGM. Sporkinfeesten, based on a spec script by Aaron and Will Eisenberg, is based on a true story about “finding your roots.”

Plot details remain a mystery, but it’s Farrelly’s next project after wrapping production on Dear Santa, starring Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Brianne Howrey, and Post Malone about a young boy who, in writing his yearly note to Santa, mixes up the letters and it to Stan instead.

Farrelly is behind some of Hollywood’s most outrageous comedies, including Me, Myself & Irene, Shallow Hal, Stuck on You, Fever Pitch, Dumb and Dumber To, and more. Meanwhile, the Eisenbergs are behind the horror comedy Cursed Friends and the Blumhouse anthology series Into the Dark. Cursed Friends, starring Jessica Lowe, Nicole Byer, Harvey Guillén, and Kathy Griffin, focuses on four friends who wake on Halloween and realize the predict-your-future game they played in 2002 is coming true in disturbing ways. They must band together to help each other escape the wild fates that have turned their lives upside down.

Bobby Farrelly’s Special Olympics sports comedy Champions is one of 2023’s most heartfelt films. The laugh-out-loud comedy starring Woody Harrelson, Kaitlin Olson, and Matt Cook centers on a former minor-league basketball coach (Harrelson) who is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that, despite his doubts, this team can go further than they ever imagined.

Farrelly’s name is synonymous with comedy, making Sporkinfeesten an intriguing project. First, what does Sporkinfeesten refer to? Is it the family’s last name? A town in the middle of nowhere? A delicious beer? It’s borderline criminal that we don’t have more information. I don’t know what to think of this one, but you can bet that I’m curious to learn more. What do you think Sporkinfeesten means? Let’s see your suggestions in the comments section below.

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Jean-Claude Van Damme fans are in for happy holidays this year, as Lionsgate has announced that they’ll be giving the Van Damme classic Kickboxer a 3-Disc SteelBook 4K UHD and Blu-ray release on December 3rd! The folks at City on Fire got an early look at the steelbook art, and you can check that out in the image at the bottom of this article.

Directed by David Worth from a screenplay written by Glenn A. Bruce (who was working from a story crafted by Van Damme and producer Mark di Salle), Kickboxer has the following synopsis: Eric Sloane is an American kickboxing pro, helped by his brother, Kurt, in his quest for glory. But when the two go to Thailand to take on legendary Tong Po, the opponent viciously beats Eric and leaves him paralyzed. Swearing vengeance, Kurt tracks down master Xian Chow and begins learning the sport himself while also getting caught up in criminal intrigue involving thuggish crime boss Freddy Li.

Van Damme is joined in the cast by Dennis Alexio, Dennis Chan, Michel Qissi, Ka Ting Lee, Rochelle Ashana, and Haskell Anderson.

The 3-Disc Steelbook 4K UHD and Blu-ray release of Kickboxer has the following features: – DISC 1: 4K Ultra HD (Movie/Features) – DISC 2: Blu-ray (Movie/Features) – DISC 3: Blu-ray (Bonus Disc) (Film – International Version) – Audio Commentary with producer Mark di Salle and action film historian Mike Leeder – Audio Commentary with director David Worth, actor Haskell Anderson, and film historian James Bennett – “Vengeance & Redemption” – an Interview with actor Jean-Claude Van Damme – “Bring Me Tong Po” – an Interview with actor Michel Qissi – “Kick The Tree”- an Interview with actor Dennis Chan” – “Focus, Film, Fight!”- an Interview with Director of Photography Jon Kranhouse – Theatrical Trailer – TV Spot – Still Gallery

Kickboxer was my introduction to Van Damme, and I still clearly remember the day the owner of the local video store recommended the movie, newly released on VHS, to me while pointing out the poster on the wall. It remains one of my favorite Van Damme movies to this day, so it’s great to see it getting such a cool 4K UHD and Blu-ray release.

Are you a Kickboxer fan, and will you be buying this steelbook set of the 4K UHD and Blu-ray? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

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PLOT: When a preacher arrives at a British settlement in 1830s New Zealand his violent past is drawn into question and his faith put to the test as he finds himself caught in the middle of a bloody war between Māori tribes.

REVIEW: When many of us picture Maori culture, the first film that comes to mind is usually Once Were Warriors. Director Lee Tamahori’s contemporary 1994 drama looked at the modern legacy of the Maori people. After four decades of Hollywood fare, including Mulholland Falls, The Edge, XXX: State of the Union, and the James Bond film Die Another Day, Tamahori returns to the subject of his feature debut but through a very different lens. The Convert is an epic yet intimate look at Maori culture in the early 19th Century, just as the British Empire expanded its colonialization. Told through the experiences of a preacher welcomed into tribal society, The Convert is a beautiful and violent film that offers a unique look at the practices of the indigenous people of New Zealand.

The Convert opens in 1830 as Minister Thomas Munro (Guy Peare) arrives via ship in New Zealand during a massive storm. Hailing from England, Munro is immediately introduced to the Maori people via a violent battle between two tribes and steps in on behalf of a young woman, Rangimai (Tioreore Ngatai-Melbourne). While the warriors of Akatarewa (Lawrence Makoare) spare her life, Rangimai’s father, Maianui (Antonio Te Maioha), requests that Munro serve as her tutor in English and the ways of the Christians. Munro accepts the honor even though the people of the British settlement of Epworth are not fond of having any natives in their encampment. At first, Munro orients himself to the isolated ways of the British colonialists but quickly realizes that he shares more in common with the native people.

Munro’s backstory as a soldier and the event that still haunts him is revealed as the film proceeds. Wanting never to repeat those actions, he tries to negotiate peace between the warring tribes. Alongside Charlotte (Jacqueline McKenzie), an Englishwoman from Epworth, Munro becomes a focal point in the escalating tensions. The Convert at first seems to be named after the potential confession of Rangimai to Christianity but transforms into Munro’s conversion to the Maori culture. It is a fascinating tale showcasing Maori life in a way few films have chronicled. While the dialogue is delivered in both English and Maori, the adherence to cultural accuracy is impressive and rivals similar films like The Last of the Mohicans and The Last Samurai. But, where both of those films were saddled with a “white savior” label, The Convert does not put Munro in a position to rescue the Maori from themselves.

Guy Pearce has made many period films in his career, including the acclaimed Australian film The Proposition, along with numerous roles as heroes, villains, and monsters, both human and non. Over the last few years, Pearce has had diverse roles, including the recent festival hit The Brutalist and David Cronenberg’s The Shrouds. In The Convert, Pearce offers one of his more subdued performances as Munro exists more as an avatar for the English-speaking world to enter the culture of the Maori people. Most of the English-speaking characters in this film are either privateers looking to make money off of the indigenous people, hateful and racist settlers, or oppressors from England who seek to subjugate those viewed as weaker. Pearce plays Munro as an open-minded man whose faith has waivered but finds an invigorating new perspective amongst the Maori. This is not an in-your-face performance, but it is nonetheless powerful.

Based on the novel Wulf by Hamish Clayton, The Convert was co-written by director Lee Tamahori who himself is half-Maori. Tamahori and co-writer Shane Danielsen imbue the screenplay with authenticity and a cast of Maori performers who utilize the cultural expertise of consultant Ngamaru Raerino in making this feel as realistic as a fictional tale could be. The Maori are brutal warriors but never in a monstrous way. As tribal sects at war, brutality is a way of life, but there is also beauty in the cultural beliefs and practices, which culminates in a battle sequence that differs from how such scenes would unfold in a Western film. That being said, The Convert does lag a bit in the middle after a strong opening. It eventually leads to a masterful final act, but the hour or so in the middle of the film loses momentum. Even with the cinematography of Gin Loane and a solid score by composer Matteo Zingales, The Convert starts fast and ends fast with a bit of a slow patch in between.

The Convert is a unique glimpse into the cultural history of the Maori people, too often overlooked in cinematic productions. Western audiences have seen epics like this for other cultures, but rarely with such a mix of reverence and honesty regarding the elegance of their ways and the violence of their struggles. Guy Pearce is the rare actor who is at once perfectly at home in a role like this and yet still under-used. Even though there are some slow parts in the middle of this movie, I recommend checking out The Convert to learn more about a side of history you don’t typically see on the big screen.

The Convert is available on digital beginning October 14th.

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Fandango is already feeling the magic of Jon M. Chu’s Wicked as advanced ticket sales accumulate faster than a hail of asbestos in a Poppy Field. What’s wrong? Need help understanding that reference? Look it up. I’ll give you a hint. The health-related fallout caused by the original Wizard of Oz is a nightmare. Anyway, Fandango announced today that Wicked is the ticket broker’s number two first-day ticket pre-seller of 2024, only behind Marvel’s Deadpool & Wolverine. Wicked is also the best PG-rated first-day ticket pre-seller of 2024 and the third best PG-rated first-day ticket pre-seller of all time, only behind the theatrical hits of Frozen II and The Lion King (2019).

“Fan anticipation for the cinematic masterpiece Wicked is incredibly high for what is set to be a one-of-a-kind must-see theatrical event,” said Jerramy Hainline, EVP of Fandango Ticketing. “The success of the film’s first-day ticket sales is a testament to fans’ love for this iconic property, and the off-the-charts appetite to see this beloved story come to life on the big screen.”

Wicked stars Ariana Grande as Glinda, Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba, Michelle Yeoh as Madame Morrible, Jonathan Bailey as Fiyero, Jeff Goldblum as the Wizard, and more.

To celebrate Wicked’s momentous first-day ticket sales, Fandango is offering fans a chance to visit Oz. Moviegoers who purchase a ticket on Fandango to Wicked will automatically be entered to win a trip to the film’s Los Angeles premiere! But wait, there’s more! When fans buy a ticket to Wicked in IMAX, they will receive an exclusive Wicked Collector’s Pin Pack, which includes a Shiz University pin and an exclusive IMAX pin.

Earlier this week (almost like they planned its launch in time for Wicked), Fandango piloted its new movie ticket membership program, Fandango FanClub. The service rewards moviegoers with savings every time they go to the movies. To celebrate the launch, Fandango is offering ticket buyers who join Fanclub a limited-time offer of two free movie tickets after a 7-day free trial, which they can use towards tickets to any movie, including Wicked. For a monthly fee of $9.99, FanClub members will receive one $10 movie ticket promo code per month, waived convenience fees on all ticket purchases, and more perks, such as early access to special bundles and offers.

Wicked comes to theaters on November 22, 2024.

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The longest time frame between James Bond movie releases was six years, with the mark being hit twice: first between Timothy Dalton’s final outing, 1989’s License to Kill, and Pierce Brosnan’s debut, 1995’s GoldenEye; the most recent came between 2015’s Spectre and 2021’s No Time to Die. It has now been three years since that Daniel Craig farewell hit the screen…but will it be another three? According to one key figure at Amazon (who acquired MGM in 2022), patience is still key.

Speaking with The Guardian, Amazon Studios head Jennifer Salke said, “The global audience will be patient. We don’t want too much time between films, but we are not concerned at this point.” That comment seems to sit somewhere in the middle. Are the studios not concerned because they have a specific vision for the future? Or because they feel like they’re on track for a timely enough release for the next James Bond movie? At the same time, we do wonder what “at this point” really means…

Even though Amazon snatched up MGM for $8.5 billion, Eon Productions still gets final say in all things 007. With that, the next James Bond movie can’t cast their new actor without their approval. On this, Salke stated, “There are a lot of ideas [about potential actors] that have popped up that I thought are interesting. I think there are a lot of different ways we can go. We have a good and close relationship with Eon and Barbara and Michael. We are not looking to disrupt the way those wonderful films are made. For us, we are taking their lead.”

It’s a bit disheartening that there has been no movement on who will lead the future of James Bond, as no star or director has been announced for the first post-Craig movie. The likes of Sam Mendes, Christopher Nolan and Edward Berger have already made it aware they are not tied to the franchise, although The Fall Guy’s Aaron Taylor-Johnson has already gotten approval from past 007s Pierce Brosnan and George Lazenby.

Are you remaining patient and optimistic about the future of the James Bond franchise? Do you think it will surpass that six-year threshold?

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Back in 1983, legendary producer Roger Corman brought the world a sword and sorcery film with an awesome title: Deathstalker. It was so successful, it paved the way for three sequels: Deathstalker II: Duel of the Titans (1987), Deathstalker and the Warriors from Hell (1988), and Deathstalker IV: Match of the Titans (1991). The franchise went dormant for more than thirty years, but earlier this year we learned that it’s being revived by filmmaker Steven Kostanski – whose previous credits include Manborg, Father’s Day, The Void, Leprechaun Returns, Psycho Goreman, Frankie Freako, and episodes of the short-lived Day of the Dead TV series. Kostanski is writing and directing a Deathstalker remake that has Daniel Bernhardt (John Wick) playing the title character… and now that the project is in post-production, the filmmakers recently revealed that the theme song composed for the remake is a collaboration between legendary musician Slash, composer Bear McCreary, and Deathstalker II composer Chuck Cirino! The filmmakers told Kickstarter supporters, “To say we made a mess in our pants when we heard the results would be an understatement.” So this is a promising update – especially for fans of Deathstalker II.

Here’s what the Deathstalker remake is about: The Kingdom of Abraxeon is under siege from The Dreadites, a mysterious horde of warriors, whose sudden appearance is rumored to foretell the return of Nekromemnon, an ancient sorcerer long thought dead. Such times of chaos are times of fortune for men like Deathstalker who, having broken ties with all guilds and banners, now ekes an existence from the spoils recovered in the wake of Dreadite attacks. Our story begins when Deathstalker unknowingly recovers an enchanted amulet from a corpse-ridden battlefield, and finds himself cursed by an arcane magick. Now pursued by a monstrous clan of assassins at the behest of the Dreadite scourge, Deathstalker is forced into a perilous quest to reverse the curse and rid the realm of evil. Death is just the beginning… of great adventure!

One of Bernhardt’s co-stars is Nina Bergman (Hell Hath No Fury). Her character is Grendul, “a confident, tough leader of the Abraxeon Thieves Guild who has a history with Deathstalker.” A picture of Bergman in character, taken by Bernhardt himself, can be seen below.

In addition to this film, there’s also going to be a Deathstalker comic book series from Vault Comics. Kostanski is on the comic’s creative team with writer Tim Seeley, artist Jim Terry, and Slash of Guns N’ Roses.

The Deathstalker remake is coming our way from Hangar 18 Media. Pasha Patriki, Avi Federgreen, and Michael Pazst are producing the film, with Slash and Rodrigo Gudiño of Berserkergang Films serving as executive producers alongside Andrew Thomas Hunt, James Fler, Josh Viola, and Peter Kuplowsky. Scott Weatherall is an associate producer and Melissa A. Smith a co-producer. Raven Banner will be handling international sales and Canadian distribution.

Are you looking forward to the Deathstalker remake, and are you glad to hear that Chuck Cirino has composed the theme song with Slash and Bear McCreary (both of whom are described as being “uber Deathstalker fans”)? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

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