Author Archives: Janel Spiegel

Interview: Author Hugh C. Howey

Posted on 05/03/2012 by Janel Spiegel
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Hugh Howey is an incredibly talented writer/author and he has a new book coming out entitled I, Zombie, Hugh was kind enough to take part in an interview and he gave us the first look at the cover of I, Zombie. Check out the interview with Hugh.

Janel – Tell us a little about yourself?

Hugh – I’m something of an accidental author. I had a nice career going as a yacht captain,… More

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Film Review: Ice Quake (2010)

Posted on 01/13/2012 by Janel Spiegel
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SYNOPSIS:

Beneath the Alaskan landscape, the melting permafrost is about to drastically alter the tranquil scenery. As the permafrost thaws, underground rivers of volatile liquid Methane are created, causing a succession of violent and destructive earthquakes. It’s a race against time to stop the deadly rivers before they lead to a catastrophic explosion that threatens the planet.

REVIEW:

Michael Webster (Brendan Fehr) is a loving husband, father and a scientist studying the effects of the… More

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Film Review: Monsters In The Woods (2012)

Posted on 01/10/2012 by Janel Spiegel
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SYNOPSIS:

A micro-budget movie crew treks into the wilderness to shoot horror scenes for their unsellable indie-drama. They soon find themselves in the midst of their own real horror movie, as they are hunted by a large group of creatures.

REVIEW:

Micro-budget films flow in more steadily these days. It’s no surprise as technology has allowed for the flow of productions to reach “more” in a shorter amount of time. This film takes a… More

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Interview: John Carpenter – Director

Posted on 11/30/2011 by Janel Spiegel
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Interview with John Carpenter- The Master of Horror

He created one of the greatest Horror films of all time, Halloween, the film has become a staple for Horror fans and the holiday considered to be ours. Carpenter is a legend. He is a Director, Composer, Actor, Producer, he has worked on his soundtracks and in the music department, he is an Editor, and works the cameras with ease.

His work is sometimes overlooked… More

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Interview: Author Michael Aloisi

Posted on 11/25/2011 by Janel Spiegel
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Michael Aloisi states “If no one ever reads your work, does it exist?” Well he exists and so does his work. He is the co-author of Legendary Horror Icon, Kane Hodder’s book “Unmasked: The World’s Most Prolific Cinematic Killer Kane Hodder.” Hodder is a legend in the world of Horror and one of the greatest stuntmen in cinematic history and when you start reading Kane’s book you can’t put it down but then there is… More

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Interview: Roxsy Tyler and Mr. Potent (Deer Crossing)

Posted on 11/24/2011 by Janel Spiegel
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Many of us in the Horror world know her as the vibrant and talented Carmela “Roxsy Tyler” Hayslett who stars and hosts “Carnival of Horrors,” now there is a big buzz surrounding a new independent horror film called “Deer Crossing” in which Carmela “Roxsy Tyler” Haylett stars in. The film is directed by writer and director Christian Jude Grillo and it stars Christopher Mann, Laura Lynn Cottrel and beloved horror legend Doug Bradley who is… More

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Interview: Author John Passarella

Posted on 11/23/2011 by Janel Spiegel
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He is one of our generation’s most gifted writers. His first novel “Wither” was published and Passarella won the Bram Stoker Award in 2000 for Superior Achievement in a first novel. He has written some of the horror/science-fiction/fantasy books of our generation including “Supernatural: Night Terror,” “Wither,” and “Kindred Spirit.” Joss Wheadon created shows and Passarella’s books were based on the show “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Angel.” Joss Whedon created show and Passarella was… More

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Interview: Kane Hodder (Friday the 13th) (Horror Celebrity)

Posted on 09/16/2011 by Janel Spiegel
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If you are a Horror fan there are a mere two words that will instantly make you smile or strike fear into your soul, Kane Hodder. Kane started as a professional stuntman and stunt coordinator. He has appeared in over a hundred films and television shows throughout his thirty year career. He played Jason Voorhees in four of the “Friday The 13th” films (7,8,9,10), “Hatchet,” playing Victor Crawley and to many horror fans, Kane is… More

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