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Gizmodo
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Ring, Ring! It's the First ‘Black Phone 2' Trailer
Ethan Hawke is back and terrorizing some more kids in Blumhouse's 'Black Phone 2.' Those weekend teases had to lead up to something, right? Blumhouse unveiled a full first look at Black Phone 2 during its CCPX panel, and if you've ever wanted to see Ethan Hawke ice skate toward someone he intends to murder, this sequel will be for you. With main baddie the Grabber (Hawke) dead, the sequel picks up years after the first, the now teenage Finney (Mason Thames) and Gwen (Madeline McGraw) Blake dealing with another Colorado winter. Soon, Gwen finds herself dreaming of the Grabber's lair and three young boys who've been killed dead at Alpine Lake Youth Camp. Using a black payphone near the camp, the Grabber calls the teens up saying he's looking to kill them: either in their dreams or potentially in the real world, he's gonna get his revenge. Talking to THR, returning director/co-writer Scott Derrickson called Black Phone 2 a ghost story like its predecessor, but one where 'the ghost is the villain.' And with the kids aged up, he and co-writer C. Robert Cargill were excited to 'ratchet up the intensity,' since Finn and Gwen in high school makes for a 'more violent, scarier, more graphic' film. Black Phone 2 hits theaters on October 17 and also stars Jeremy Davies, Anna Lore, Arianna Rivas, Miguel Mora, and Demián Bichir. Hell has frozen over. #BlackPhone2 is calling, only in theaters October 17 — Blumhouse (@blumhouse) June 2, 2025
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Blumhouse Reveals Trailer And Poster For ‘Black Phone 2'
Blumhouse has revealed the first poster and trailer for its highly-anticipated sequel to its hit horror thriller The Black Phone. The news was revealed Sunday at the CCXP Festival in Mexico City. Scott Derrickson returns to direct Black Phone 2, the sequel to the supernatural horror film that grossed $161M globally. Four-time Academy Award nominee Ethan Hawke returns to the most sinister role of his career as The Grabber seeks vengeance on Finn (Mason Thames) from beyond the grave by menacing Finn's younger sister, Gwen (Madeleine McGraw). The cast includes Oscar nominee Demián Bichir as the supervisor of the camp, Arianna Rivas as his niece, Miguel Mora as the brother of one of The Grabber's victims, and Jeremy Davies, returning as Finn and Gwen's father, Terrence. More from Deadline Lucien Laviscount, Chloe Bailey, Lynn Whitfield & Anna Diop To Star In Thriller From Malcolm D. Lee And Blumhouse Blumhouse's 'Black Phone 2' Calls Up Anna Lore Leigh Whannell's 'Wolf Man' Sets Peacock Premiere Date Other new cast members include Maev Beaty and Graham Abbey. The pic is written again by Derrickson & C. Robert Cargill, based on characters created by Joe Hill. The film is produced by Jason Blum, Derrickson and Cargill. The executive producers are Adam Hendricks and Ryan Turek. The film, presented by Universal Pictures and Blumhouse, is set to open in theaters October 17, 2025. Watch the trailer below:
Thrill Geek
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
Universal Horror Unleashed Reveals More Details about 'Blumhouse's The Exorcist: Believer' Haunted House
Based on one of the most terrifying installments of the iconic film franchise, 'Blumhouse's The Exorcist: Believer' haunted house will immerse guests in a harrowing retelling of the film's descent into demonic possession. Everything begins at the market where a violent earthquake takes place. Later, guests will find themselves deep in the shadowy woods where best friends Katherine and Angela mysteriously vanish – only to be discovered days later with no memory of what happened. From there, the terror builds room by room as the girls' disturbing transformation unfolds, going from the hospital to the girls' homes to witnessing the actual exorcism as everyone is surrounded by supernatural chaos. The ghostly journey continues as guests explore the abandoned production warehouse throughout Universal Horror Unleashed, where they encounter the Prop Graveyard, one of the four themed immersive areas. Here, the line between inanimate and alive blurs, as guests face a supernatural collection of unsettling dolls, dismembered mannequins and other haunted objects from abandoned film sets that seem to move as guests walk through. Next door, guests can unwind in Premiere House, a tapas bar featuring the horrors of Blumhouse. Premiere House will serve a variety of signature cocktails and a surprising selection of signature shareable bites set amid an eerie atmosphere filled with movie props and twisted décor representing some of Universal's most recent Blumhouse horror films. Universal Horror Unleashed is Universal Destinations & Experiences' first-ever, year-round horror experience, set to open in Las Vegas at the AREA15 District on August 14. As guests enter the abandoned production warehouse, they'll encounter unimaginable monstrous creatures lurking around every corner as they brave their way through four themed immersive areas. The terrifying journey continues in four haunted houses that will bring to life their worst nightmares: Universal Monsters, Blumhouse's The Exorcist: Believer; Texas Chainsaw Massacre; and Scarecrow: The Reaping. The horror extends to the food and beverage offerings, with themed bars and food locations serving craft cocktails and themed bites in select areas, and a retail location with unique collectible merchandise and more. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased here . Universal Destinations & Experiences will continue to share more details for Universal Horror Unleashed in the months ahead. For the latest information, visit UniversalHorrorUnleashed .com Clint Gamache is the owner of ThrillGeek. He started ThrillGeek to share his love of theme/amusement parks and pop culture with the world. You can find him at Halloween Horror Nights. Also, be sure to follow him on Twitter/X, Instagram @iamcg83
Geek Vibes Nation
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
'The Woman In The Yard' Blu-Ray Review - Psychological Horror Film Tackles The Lingering Nature Of Grief
'When the sun is bright and the wind is still, she comes to you like a sudden chill. Draped in black from head to toe, how she got there, you'll never know.' With that cryptic warning, an otherworldly woman sends a family into a seemingly inescapable nightmare. Already grieving the death of her husband, Ramona faces a new fear when this mysterious figure appears outside her farmhouse. With the woman continually creeping closer, Ramona must protect her children from the chilling grasp of this haunting entity whose unknown intentions are anything but peaceful. From Blumhouse, producers of The Invisible Man and The Black Phone. For in-depth thoughts on The Woman In The Yard, please see my colleague Cody Allen's review from its original theatrical release here. Video Quality The Woman In The Yard arrives on Blu-Ray courtesy of Universal Studios Home Entertainment with a wonderful AVC encoded 1080p transfer in 2.39:1. Despite the darker thematic exploration, the cinematography on display has moments of brilliant luminance to complement some of the shadowy interiors. There are notable opportunities for vibrant colors to pop off the screen with the surrounding environment never failing to amaze. The color palette accurately showcases elements of the clothing and production design. The level of detail in this presentation remains as exquisite as ever, as all of the subtle aspects of the costumes and set design are crystal clear. Skin tones appear consistent across the entire cast with even the most minor facial details on display. The strong black levels are a major benefit as they allow for a pleasing amount of detail in shadows. The bright highlights during the day do not stumble with any blooming in this presentation. There are no exceptional instances of aliasing or compression artifacts detectable here. This Blu-Ray is top-notch as Universal maintains its high standards Audio Quality The Dolby TrueHD 7.1 track is chillingly effective, and it never lacks when asked to deliver something unnerving. The movie uses environmental sounds to ideal effect, and the track retains precise detail even in the more unwieldy developments. Dialogue comes through clearly with none of the information feeling overshadowed by parallel elements. The soundscape on display here is complex with a nuanced design from beginning to end. Despite being a more talky affair, the film knows when to come alive with thrills that dig deep. All of the effects have a noble sense of direction within the mix with noises in the house prickling up your spine. The soundtrack and score are first-rate without being too overbearing to the competing elements. The track does everything it needs to. Optional English SDH, Spanish, and French subtitles are provided. Special Features Making The Woman In The Yard: An eight-minute piece in which the cast and creative team discuss the motivations behind bringing this story to the screen, finding the right performers for these characters, the themes that are explored, the direction of Jaume Collet-Serra, and more. Beneath The Veil: A five-minute look at the titular woman terrifying our protagonist and what she represents. Final Thoughts The Woman In The Yard is a psychological horror film that will frustrate many but is likely to hit home for those who have experienced loss or have survived a particularly tough time mentally. The script is overly impressed with itself at times, yet it does traverse some material that packs a surprising amount of depth for the type of horror movie it is marketed as. Any stumbling blocks are made less abrasive thanks to the powerful performance from Danielle Deadwyler and stunning cinematography from Pawel Pogorzelski. The current era of grief horror can be a bit exhausting, but this one is executed very well in a way that sticks with you. Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has released a Blu-Ray with a grand A/V presentation and a small selection of special features. Recommended The Woman In The Yard is currently available to purchase on Blu-Ray, DVD, and Digital. Note: Images presented in this review are not reflective of the image quality of the Blu-Ray. Disclaimer: Universal Pictures Home Entertainment has supplied a copy of this disc free of charge for review purposes. All opinions in this review are the honest reactions of the author.
Travel Weekly
21-05-2025
- Business
- Travel Weekly
Sage Hospitality adds the Stanley Hotel to its management portfolio
Colorado's Stanley Hotel, which served as the inspiration for the Overlook Hotel in Stephen King's novel "The Shining" and the subsequent film adaptation, will now be managed by Sage Hospitality Group. The move follows the Colorado Educational and Cultural Facilities Authority's recent acquisition of the 68-acre property through its subsidiary, the Stanley Partnership for Art Culture and Education (SPACE). The hotel's former owner, John W. Cullen IV, will remain involved with the property as SPACE's chairman and CEO. Located in Estes Park, the Stanley Hotel was built in 1909 and is currently home to 191 guestrooms, multiple food and beverage outlets, the Stanley Live entertainment venue, a wellness center and spa, and 25,000 square feet of meeting space. The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is a member of the Historic Hotels of America. "The Stanley Hotel represents everything we look for in a landmark property: a rich history, innovative programming and deep community connections," said Daniel del Olmo, president and co-CEO of Sage Hospitality Group. The company said future plans call for a hotel expansion and a horror film museum in partnership with Blumhouse, a film and television production company. Other Sage Hospitality properties include Perry Lane in Savannah, Georgia; One Ocean Resort in Atlantic Beach, Florida; The Lodge at Sonoma in California; and Hotel Alpenrock in Breckenridge, Colorado.
