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Mike Joy

HorrorNews.net Manager. Located in New Jersey. I've been with HNN since it's creation in 2008. Responsibilities: managing talent, acquisitions, new programs, website strategizing, celebrity interviews, public relations, the paranormal column, “Unexplained Confidential”, and more. unexplainedconfidential.blogspot.com

THE A24 HORROR MANIFESTO: Atmospheric Dread, Auteur Vision, and the Marketing Geniuses Redefining Fear.

A24 has transformed from a boutique distributor into a full-blown cultural identity. In an era of formulaic jump-scares, they have cornered the market on “elevated horror”—films that are as much about psychological trauma as they are about the supernatural. But their secret weapon isn’t just the scripts; it’s a digital-first, viral-ready marketing machine that treats movies like limited-edition streetwear drops. …

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Build Your Legacy: Michael Joy Announces Specialized Personal Branding for Horror Actors and Creators

Marketing Macabre, the premier boutique public relations firm dedicated to the genre, is officially expanding its 2026 service suite to focus on the individual: the horror professional. Recognizing that actors, writers, directors, and podcasters are their own brands, founder Michael Joy is offering specialized PR management designed to elevate personal profiles within the competitive independent horror circuit. While many firms …

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True Ghost Stories: Season One Brings the World’s Largest Paranormal Investigation to VOD This March

BayView Entertainment proudly announces the March 2026 VOD release of True Ghost Stories: Season One (TGS), a groundbreaking 12-episode paranormal series unlike anything audiences have seen before. Billed as the most unique paranormal show to date, True Ghost Stories brings together independent investigative teams from around the globe to form the largest collaborative paranormal unit ever assembled for television. The …

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HORROR-FIX UNVEILS DISLOCATED, A NEW HORROR AUDIO DRAMA PODCAST — PREMIERING FEBRUARY 20 ON YOUTUBE

Horror-Fix is proud to announce the premiere of Dislocated, a brand-new horror-themed fictional podcast that plunges listeners into a nightmarish mystery where reality itself feels slightly… off. The debut episode of Dislocated premieres Friday, February 20, exclusively on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kXCURGZ-Dks Written and directed by Ash Hamilton (Holes in the Sky: The Sean Miller Story, Final Days: Tales from the End …

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FOUND TV Acquires PRIMAL DARKNESS as FOUND Original Ahead of UFF World Premiere

FOUND TV today announced the acquisition of PRIMAL DARKNESS, the latest feature from director Dillon Brown, known for his work with Horror Dadz and the Tahoe Joe series. The film has been acquired as a FOUND Original ahead of its world premiere at Unnamed Footage Festival, taking place March 24 to 29, 2026 in San Francisco. Following its festival debut, …

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BayView Entertainment Announces the Gripping Suspense Thriller MISSIONARY Coming This March

An intense love affair turns into a terrifying obsession in Anthony DiBlasi’s latest home entertainment release. This March, BayView Entertainment invites audiences into a world of forbidden passion and escalating dread with the release of MISSIONARY. Directed by Anthony DiBlasi and featuring a powerhouse cast, the film explores the thin, dangerous line between devotion and delusion.

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Resurrecting the Legacy: ‘Dracula: Rise of the Vampire’ Reimagines Hammer Horror for a New Generation

Bayview Entertainment is thrilled to announce the upcoming March 2026 release of DRACULA: RISE OF THE VAMPIRE, a visceral new vision of terror that bridges the gap between gritty modern horror and the beloved legacy of British gothic cinema. The Hunt Begins When a sadistic satanic cult orchestrates a bloodthirsty massacre within the hallowed walls of a London church, their …

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‘Smallville,’ ‘Sailor Moon,’ ‘Reno 911!’ Stars Added To FAN EXPO Philadelphia Lineup, May 29-31

The 100-day countdown to FAN EXPO Philadelphia 2026 may still be a week away, but that’s not keeping stars of some favorite franchises from making their plans to be at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Center City, May 29-31. Today the show announced the addition of Smallville headliners Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, Erica Durance and Kristin Kreuk, the Sailor Moon …

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‘Ashes of Vengeance’ Explores the Brutal Intersection of Grief and Survival

In a chilling exploration of psychological warfare, the latest thriller from director Joshua Nelson, Ashes of Vengeance, is set to make its debut through BayView Entertainment. The film, which has already begun generating buzz for its claustrophobic tension and sharp emotional stakes, is scheduled for a broad digital and streaming release on January 27, 2026. A Psychological Powder Keg The …

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‘THE FAMILY BUSINESS’ Deranged Horror Blood Fest crashes VOD and TUBI in February.

It’s one sick and twisted moment after another in Joe Hollow’s release of THE FAMILY BUSINESS. This indie horror slaughter fest is now available on FANDANGO AT HOME, TYPHOON ON DEMAND, RELAY and hits TUBI on February 18th via Primal Motion Pictures and Hollow Films. Tony Todd (Candyman, Final Destination), Michael Berryman (The Hills Have Eyes, The Devil’s Rejects), Kane …

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‘Blind Fate’ Indiegogo Launch: New Independent Feature Promises Modern Mythology and Atmospheric Tension Without the Gimmicks

Citadel Slate Productions is proud to announce the official Indiegogo campaign for Blind Fate, an independent, character-driven feature film that explores the intersection of modern mythology and human psychology. Eschewing the traditional “proof of concept” model, the team is seeking funding to move directly into production on a full-length cinematic experience. Blind Fate is a contained, atmospheric genre piece centered …

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BayView Entertainment Unleashes Disturbing Mockumentary Thriller ‘The Third Law’ on Digital Platforms

BayView Entertainment, a leader in independent film distribution, is proud to announce the digital release of the visceral mockumentary thriller, The Third Law. Directed by Chris J. Lara, the film provides a harrowing look into the mind of a fictional serial killer, challenging audiences to distinguish between reality and a manufactured nightmare. The Third Law follows the dark chronicles of …

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Craig Railsback’s THE JOB Screens at the 2026 Golden State Film Festival on Sunday March 1 at TCL Chinese Theatres 6

THE JOB Stars Dawna Lee Heising and Lejon Stewart, with Original Score from Dr. Renah Wolzinger Craig Railsback’s supernatural sci-fi film “The Job” will be screening at the 2026 Golden State Film Festival on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at the TCL Chinese Theatres 6 at 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028. “The Job” will screen in Theater 3 at 12:00 …

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