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Gizmodo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
‘Crystal Lake' Casts a Familiar Horror Face as Little Jason Voorhees
Horror fans are excitedly awaiting Peacock's Friday the 13th prequel series Crystal Lake—and now we know who'll be playing the younger version of Jason Voorhees. Long before he decided a hockey mask and machete were an ideal killing-spree combo, and even before he drowned at summer camp, he was just a little kid with an eccentric mother. Presumably. We don't know too many details about the show yet, but we know Linda Cardellini is playing Pamela Voorhees—and now we know Callum Vinson is Jason. You might not recognize the name, but the face could ring a bell if you're a fan of horror TV, especially horror TV inspired by popular movies. Vinson co-starred on the fourth and final season of Chucky, playing the President of the United States' youngest son. He's Chucky's entry point into the White House, innocently helping the evil doll launch his latest scheme to rule the world and/or end the world, or possibly both. As Deadline points out, 'Vinson is billed as a recurring guest star, as this new project focuses on Pamela.' Still, you had to have a Jason, and this kid has some serious genre credibility, so this feels like an excellent choice. The trade also shared more casting news, with Crystal Lake adding some characters that aren't as famous as Jason, but that Friday the 13th superfans will recognize: Nick Cordileone as Ralph, Danielle Kotch as Claudette, and Phoenix Parnevik as Barry. Ralph, aka 'Crazy Ralph,' is the Crystal Lake area drifter who warns young folks (or tries to warn them, anyway) not to go to 'Camp Blood.' Barry and Claudette are Pamela's first victims (killed in the 1980 film's 1958-set prologue). Joy Suprano is also aboard as a character named Rita. Crystal Lake doesn't yet have a Peacock arrival date, but later this year or 2026 seems likely. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what's next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.
Washington Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
Indie rockers the Mekons are ready to take their music ‘where we want'
'Horror,' the Mekons' 25th album, opens with 'The Western Design,' whose reggae rhythm winks at the song's subject: how Britain conquered Jamaica and made it 'a slave-operated imperial profit generator.' That's an unusually caustic topic for most indie-rock bands, but not for the Mekons. Singer-guitarists Jon Langford and Tom Greenhalgh met as students in Leeds University's art department, then headed by T.J. Clark. He had been a member of the Situationist International, a French group that melded revolutionary politics and experimental art.
Geek Girl Authority
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Girl Authority
Jane Luk Archives
Categories Select Category Games GGA Columns Movies Stuff We Like The Daily Bugle TV & Streaming Horror Interviews Stuff We Like TV & Streaming We had the privilege of chatting with Jane Luk about her recurring role on MGM+'s The Institute and what fans can expect from the Stephen King adaptation. Read on for our interview.
Daily Mirror
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Mystery of Disney cruise fall and vicious rumour about hero dad who saved girl
After a five-year-old girl plunged from a Disney cruise ship, with her father diving in to rescue her, rumours began to swirl surrounding the terrifying incident. Officers have since clarified the facts of the case Horror came aboard a Disney cruise ship last weekend when a little girl tumbled into the Atlantic Ocean from the fourth deck. Unfortunately, her family has since faced further distress, with police forced to shut down cruel rumours circulating online. On Sunday, during a return journey to Fort Lauderdale, Florida, from the Bahamas, the five-year-old plunged into the waters of the 14-deck Disney Cruise ship, to the horror of hundreds of onlooking passengers. Thankfully, there was a hero on hand to save the day in true Disney fashion - the girl's devoted father, who leapt over the railings into the unforgiving waves after her. The 37-year-old managed to keep his young daughter's head above water. Witnesses later shared that the pair tread water for approximately 10 minutes while staff set out to bring them back to safety using a yellow rescue boat. Dramatic footage shows the father and daughter being rescued, while eyewitnesses have since given their own accounts of the shocking incident. A passenger by the name of Laura Amado told CBS News: "The ship was moving quickly, so quickly, it's crazy how quickly the people became tiny dots in the sea, and then you lost sight of them. "The captain slowed the ship and turned it around, and then they deployed a tender ship with people on it to go get them, and we saw them rescue the dad and daughter." Unfortunately, interest in the story has sparked inaccurate rumours about how the child ended up in the water, with the finger of blame wrongly pointed at her courageous father. It was falsely claimed that the heroic dad had lifted the youngster on top of a 3.5-foot railing so as to take a picture, only for her to fall backwards in an accident that could have been catastrophic. However, officers from the Broward County Sheriff's Office have since shut down this theory, revealing the truth behind these allegations. Setting the record straight in a statement, Sheriff Gregory Tony said the child had been sitting on the railing when she dropped backwards through a porthole. However, the father didn't put her there, and hadn't even been present when the accident unfolded. The sheriff clarified: "After the girl's mother alerted her husband, who didn't see the incident, he jumped into the ocean to save his daughter. "BSO detectives said after the 37-year-old father found his daughter, he treaded water until they were rescued by a tender that was launched from the ship." Police confirmed that the vessel's security video corroborated statements from staff and the family about what happened, the Daily Mail reports. The brave dad was reportedly hurt as he battled to rescue his daughter and was hospitalised, but police have not given any further details. A Disney spokesperson previously told The Mirror: "The crew aboard the Disney Dream swiftly rescued two guests from the water. We commend our crew members for their exceptional skills and prompt actions, which ensured the safe return of both guests to the ship within minutes. "We are committed to the safety and well-being of our guests, and this incident highlights the effectiveness of our safety protocols." No serious injuries were reported, although it remains unclear how the child managed to fall over the ship's plexiglass barrier.
Khaleej Times
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
From sci-fi to zombies: Emirati filmmakers push for more original stories on screen
Prominent Emirati filmmakers argue that the country's film movement, though still in its infancy, is progressing with time. However, the Arab world's first sci-fi movie producer, Ghanem Ghubash, told Khaleej Times that much needs to be done for the Emirati film scene to evolve further on the world stage. Ghubash, along with his partner S.A. Zaidi, created the first science fiction film set in the UAE, with familiar scenes of the Dubai skyscrapers conquered by extraterrestrial creatures. That movie was released in 2016, and a lot has changed since then, Ghubash said. Another dilemma Ghubash noted was that young filmmakers are 'just trying to imitate what's happening in Hollywood.' He explained, 'they need to create their own stories, their own narratives.' He added that more film creators should branch out and look into other genres like sci-fi or horror, as Ghubash believes genres are 'missing' from the film scene. 'If we incorporate the right genres or we show what's happening in the families here, the curiosity will start to grow,' he said. The sci-fi movie producer said his next film will be a zombie movie, something unheard of in the Emirati film scene. 'I'm trying to do a science fiction post-apocalypse. Basically, a story when the world already ended, mixed with a horror survival movie,' he explained. Currently, it is in the pre-production stages, meaning that the crew is still doing casting and location scouting, as well as getting the movie's script approved by a governmental entity. 'A lot of people think that the city is something it's not. They give it a glam light. They think all Emiratis drive, are rich and have jaguars. So, they don't know who the real people here are,' Ghubash said. 'There are a lot of amazing people in the city and they have amazing stories to tell.", Ghubash said he doesn't think a budget from government grants is going to develop the film scene; rather it is the people. 'You have to gather the right people to make the film scene grow,' he said. 'People who are film enthusiasts who want to struggle through this. You can't do this as a part-time hobby. It takes your full attention.' Need for more talent Hamad Saghran, a filmmaker based out of Ras Al Khaimah, agreed that more support is needed for development, especially in the technical field. 'More qualified Emirati professionals are needed, as well as in scriptwriting, where storytelling and cinematic structure need greater focus and nurturing.' The 37-year-old filmmaker created countless short movies which take place in his native Ras Al Khaimah, and which take heavy inspiration from his heritage and culture. Saghran added that although some governmental entities, like the Emirates Foundation and the Al Qasimi foundation, backed some of his film projects, they are mostly self-funded. 'Having financial support definitely helps with production quality and creative freedom, but it's not everything,' he said. 'Not getting funding doesn't mean we stop. It just pushes us to find more resourceful ways to bring ideas to life.' Crucial platforms In terms of where the future is headed for the country's film scene, Saghran believes progress is still not up to par. He said that the Emirati film movement experienced a 'successful start from 2001 to 2018, thanks to film festivals,' but that the suspension of some festivals, like the Abu Dhabi Film Festival's closure in 2015, led to a 'noticeable slowdown in cinematic activity,' he said. 'Festivals are crucial platforms for showcasing talent and engaging with audiences,' Saghran said. 'Still, there are ongoing efforts by filmmakers across the UAE. Many young creatives are full of potential but lack the necessary support.' He added that he believes artificial intelligence tools will significantly make it easier for young filmmakers to unleash their full potential, but cautioned that they should be used wisely. 'At the end of the day, filmmaking is an emotional, human-driven experience. Mistakes and imperfections are part of its authenticity,' Saghran said. Ghubash stated that it is possible for filmmakers to integrate the use of AI in the process. "We can rely on AI to incorporate great works of visual narration, I think it's more accessible," he added.
