Author: Ada Blood

Singer Taylor Swift’s new Eras tour concert film has scared off the upcoming horror film, “The Exorcist: Believer.” Universal has shifted the film’s release date to October 6th, a week earlier than planned, to avoid competing with Swift. This decision came only hours after Swift announced “The Eras Tour” concert film would hit theaters October 13th. The same day “The Exorcist: Believer” was originally scheduled. While a pop singer’s concert and a direct sequel to the 1973 film “The Exorcist” may seem like they don’t have a lot of overlap, Swifties are everywhere. Universal believes it was best to avoid…

Fast food chain Taco Bell is testing out a Moutain Dew Baja Blast Gelato for a limited time. The new chilled treat will only be available at one Southern California location, beginning August 31st. “This is the first time we are releasing a gelato and we are so excited to hear how fans enjoy the sweet and creamy indulgence,” Liz Matthews, Global Chief Food Innovation Officer at Taco Bell, said. “BAJA BLAST is iconic to Taco Bell and has its own strong fandom, so introducing it in gelato form feels right. As the end of summer nears, this is the…

Writer/actor G.O. Parsons is probably best known for his script for the 2021 film “Willy’s Wonderland.” Which starred a silent Nic Cage battling killer animatronics in a sketchy pizza shop. Now Parsons is working on yet another fantastical project, the three-part robot dinosuar comic book “Beast of Bower Boulevard.” Like many kids, growing up Parsons wondered what it’d be like if something totally unexpected happened in his secluded hometown of Lake Tahoe, California. “My brain immediately went to robot dinosaur,” Parsons told The Hollywood Reporter. Now that a successful Kickstarter campaign has helped fund the project, he is bringing those…

Some early birds for the 50th Telluride Film Festival got an unexpected surprise when a bear meandered into a popular restaurant.   While the Festival didn’t officially kick off until August 31st, several attendees decided to arrive on Wednesday. Around 11pm, a black bear wandered into the patio area at the South Oak Bistro. The restaurant was packed with industry professionals, filmmakers, producers, and journalists. Fortunately, the bear didn’t cause any actual damage sans knocking over a table and some garbage cans. While it was shooed away by diners it seems the animal left of its own volition to wander off…

Founder of Full Moon Features, Charles Band will be producing a “Barbenheimer” movie. With the name being based on the simultaneous release of the “Barbie” movie and “Oppenheimer.” Two films that are worlds apart aesthetically and created a cultural phenomenon the box office. Both movies earned Warner Bros. and Universal billions at the box office and in brand deals. With “Barbie” in particular grossing over a billion and shattering several box office records. Now the legendary B-movie company Full Moon is stepping up to cash in on the meme. The film will be, fittingly, set deep within Dollsville. Where a…

AMC’s “The Walking Dead” spinoffs “Daryl Dixon” and “The Ones Who Live,” along with “Interview with the Vampire,” are set to resume production. The network has reached interim agreements with SAG-AFTRA, so performers will not be in violation of the ongoing strike.  There are no specifics on what these deals entail, but we do know this is not a blanket agreement. So each series will resume production under different agreements. AMC is also what’s known as an authorized company in regard to the AMPTP. Therefore, it is not among the studios currently involved in the negotiations. This marks the most…

Filmmaker Michael Mann’s upcoming “Ferrari” has received its first heart-pounding trailer. The movie will be a biographical drama about Italian car manufacturer Enzo Ferrari, played by Adam Driver. In the film bankruptcy threatens the factory that Enzo and his wife, Laura built from nothing ten years earlier. Their volatile marriage has been battered by the loss of their son, Dino a year earlier. Ferrari struggles to acknowledge his son Piero with Lina Lardi. Meanwhile, his drivers’ passion to win pushes them to the edge as they launch into the treacherous 1,000-mile race across Italy, the Mille Miglia. The star-studded cast also…

We’re back with another edition of Urban Legend: Fact or Fiction. In this chapter, we take a deep dive into the oldest legend we’ve ever covered, The Vanishing Hitchhiker. So hang on tight to your lettermen jacket, it’s going to be a bumpy ride. The Story of The Vanishing Hitchhiker So this totally, 100% happened to a friend of a friend of mine. My buddy Josh was driving down a back road with his friend Kyle late at night. They were heading to a school dance when the pair spotted a young woman standing by the side of the road hitchhiking,…

Lucasfilm and The Walt Disney Company have confirmed that Part One of “Ahsoka” garnered 14 million views! Making it the most-watched title this past week as well as number one globally on Disney+. The eight-part mini-series is set in the “Star Wars” universe after the fall of the Galactic Empire. It centers around former Jedi Knight Ahsoka Tano (Rosario Dawson) as she investigates an emerging threat to a vulnerable galaxy. “Ahsoka has become a fan favorite with people of all ages and it’s wonderful to see her continue to resonate with viewers in her very own headlining series,” said Kathleen…

Disneyland’s classic Haunted Mansion attraction is getting some additions next year! The plan is to expand on the ride’s lore, while further immersing guests in the experience.  According to local legend, the manor that is now known as the Haunted Mansion was built by a prosperous sea captain. All these decades later, the staff has faithfully maintained its haunted grounds. The planned expansion will expand the outdoor queue, and build upon the gardens, giving guests a more interactive experience.  The new gardens are inspired by Master Gracey, Madame Leota, and the one-eyed cat. Each one will feature unique elements ranging…