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SHOUT! FACTORY NEWS: MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000 XIX! WITH GYPSY FIGURINE! -@ 18:00 PST Shout! Factory to release Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XIX AS A LIMITED-EDITION 4-DVD BOX SET PACKED WITH GYPSY FIGURINE, MINI-POSTERS, AND FRESHLY SQUEEZED BONUS CONTENT Featuring Never-Before-Released MST3K Episodes Robot Monster, Bride of the Monster, Devil Doll and Devil Fish
IN STORES NATIONWIDE NOVEMBER 9, 2010 FROM SHOUT! FACTORY
You are cordially invited to celebrate the launch of this years holiday season with the rambunctious crew from the Satellite of Love, as Joel, Mike and their robot pals Gypsy, Tom Servo and Crow T. Robot embark on a painfully joyful (and joyfully painful) voyage through the magnificent madness of the Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XIX limited-edition 4-DVD box set (featuring the highly collectible Gypsy figurine) from Shout! Factory, in association with Best Brains, Inc. on November 9, 2010.
This side-splitting collection of MST3K features the shows never-before-released episodes Robot Monster, Bride of the Monster, Devil Doll and Devil Fish. Those entrees come with a side of extras, including a new introduction by J. Elvis Weinstein, cult filmmaker Larry Blamires full-fledged geek-out on Robot Monster, new featurettes on Bride of the Monster and Devil Doll, MST3K: Origins and Beyond from CONvergence 2009, original movie trailers, and four exclusive MST3K mini-posters by artist Steve Vance. There might even be an Easter Eggwere just sayin. This limited-edition 4-DVD box set also includes a figurine of Gypsy, the perfect companion to the Crow T. Robot and Tom Servo figurines included in previous year-end Mystery Science Theater 3000 DVD box sets, all of which have become collectors items. A must-have for loyal fans and collectors, Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XIX 4-DVD box set is priced to own at $69.97.
MST3K: ROBOT MONSTER The sinister alien Ro-Man has decimated the Earths population, leaving only eight survivors, including a professor and the family of young space enthusiast Johnny.
Its status as one of the worst films ever made easily makes Robot Monster an instant hit with the crew of the Satellite of Love! Join Joel, Servo and Crow as they explore their own fears of Ro-Man -- errr Ro-Tom -- surrealism and, of course, the awful greatness (and the great awfulness) that is Robot Monster!
Also includes the shorts Radar Men From The Moon: Chapters 4 & 5!
Bonus Features * Brand-new introduction by J. Elvis Weinstein
MST3K: BRIDE OF THE MONSTER Horror cinema icons Bela Lugosi and Tor Johnson star in this unforgettable Ed Wood classic as the crazed Dr. Vornoff and his beastly assistant Lobo, who conduct heinous experiments on human victims in an effort to create a race of atomic super-beings that will conquer the world.
The film raises some intriguing questions: Do robots made of scrap parts aboard an orbiting satellite dream of electric sheep? Can Joel and the bots carry a tune? Who doesnt love cold Tater Tots and olive loaf? These and other, equally imperative, questions will be answered -- and more -- in this very special episode of Mystery Science Theater 3000 that pays tribute to one of Ed Woods best bad movies ever! After all, no Ed Wood film would truly be complete without the biting yet loving riffs of your faithful Satellite of Love crew!
Also includes the short Hired!, Part 1!
Bonus Features * Citizen Wood: Making The Bride, Unmaking The Legend.
MST3K: DEVIL DOLL Well hello Dolly! Before a sold-out audience in London, The Great Vorelli performs with his ventriloquist dummy, Hugo. The doll walks on his own. It talks on his own. It even threatens the audience on his own. But is Hugo the real villain? Or could it be that his ventriloquist owner has lost his marbles?
While Pearl and Brain Guy show the Romans how to have a good time at the Lesser God Day celebration, Mike, Crow and Servo invite you to their own open-window frat party! Party it up with the S.O.L. crew, complete with special guests, devil dolls and their own British pub!
Bonus Features * The Puppet Master: Richard Gordon on Devil Doll
MST3K: DEVIL FISH When Dr. Stella Dickens concludes the recent string of grisly deaths and demolished boats cant be the result of any known marine creature, she sets out to capture the beast, a genetically created bio-weapon that must be kept secret . . . at any cost. One things for sure, however: The fish are biting!
Beware the dolphins, after Mike and the crew of the Satellite of Love decide to mock their intelligence! Meanwhile, Pearl is forced to convince unexpected visitors that the castles actually a luxurious cruise liner! No ones safe -- least of all, Devil Fish -- in this episode from Mystery Science Theater 3000s ninth hysterical season!
Bonus Features * MST3K: Origins and Beyond at CONvergence 2009
The Mystery Science Theater 3000 series was created by Joel Hodgson and produced by Jim Mallon. After a year on KTMA TV in Minneapolis, its national broadcast life began in 1989 on the Comedy Channel (later to become Comedy Central), where it ran for seven seasons. The shows final three seasons aired on the Sci-Fi Channel. The premise of the series features a hapless man who is trapped by mad scientists on a satellite in space and forced to watch old B-movies of questionable worth. To keep sane, hes built two robot sidekicks, and together they do a running commentary on the films, affectionately mocking their flaws with inspired wisecracks and acting as a demented movie theater peanut gallery. Series creator Hodgson originally played the stranded man, Joel Robinson. When he left in 1993, series head writer Mike Nelson replaced him as the new B-movie victim Mike Nelson, and continued in the role for the rest of the shows run. The format proved to be popular and remarkably durable. During its 11-year run and 198 episodes (including one feature film), MST3K attained a loyal fan base and critical acclaim. The series won a Peabody Award in 1993, and was nominated for writing Emmys in 1994 and 1995. Visit Shout! Factory.com Pre-order your copy today and save at Amazon.com
The ultimate ROGER CORMAN science-fiction classic makes its long-awaited debut FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HIGH-DEFINITION BLU-RAY AND ON DVD SHOUT! FACTORY PRESENTS STARCRASH Starring Caroline Munro, David Hasselhoff, Christopher Plummer, Joe Spinell and Marjoe Gortner
2-DISC SPECIAL-EDITION BLU-RAY and DVD Digitally Remastered and Presented in Widescreen for the First Time with a Galaxys Worth of Special Features!
Crashing Home Entertainment Shelves Nationwide September 14, 2010 From Shout! Factory
One of the most eagerly awaited inter-galactic science-fiction adventures, released by Roger Cormans New World Pictures, will finally be made available for the first time to the home entertainment shelves as StarCrash, directed by Luigi Cozzi, will debut September 14, 2010 on 2-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray and DVD from Shout! Factory, in association with New Horizons Picture Corporation. An adventure like no other, the StarCrash 2-Disc Special Edition contains anamorphic widescreen presentation of the movie with DTS HD 5.1 surround sound (Blu-ray), a reversible cover featuring vintage art for original movie posters and a payload of bonus content including all-new interviews and commentaries with cast and crew, rare behind-the-scenes footage and much more! A must-have for loyal fans of Roger Corman and Luigi Cozzi, science fiction enthusiasts and collectors, StarCrash 2-Disc Special Edition Blu-ray and DVD mark the latest installments from the popular ROGER CORMANS CULT CLASSICS home entertainment series from Shout! Factory. Each Special Edition Blu-ray and DVD is sold separately. Blu-ray is priced to own at $26.97; and DVD is available at $19.93.
Produced in Italy in the wake of Star Wars phenomenal success, StarCrash (also known as The Adventures of Stella Star in overseas territories) became an international blockbuster in its own right. This 1979 film became one of New World Pictures biggest box-office hits. Critics might have laughed, by so did audiences, who grooved to its campy humor, wildly imaginative special effects (some of them quite good!) and non-stop adventure. Where Star Wars dared not go, StarCrash went -- at warp speed!
The lasting peace of the galaxy is threatened by the diabolical and relentless Count Zarth Arn (cult icon Joe Spinell, Rocky, The Godfather and The Godfather - Part II), who is determined to take the universe for himself and make each planet his plaything, each inhabitant his slave. There is no question that the Count is evil, given his propensity for cackling at every opportunity.
Can anyone save the universe from this megalomaniacal madman? Indeed there is, and shes quite a beauty.
Brave, bikini-clad star warrior Stella Star (Caroline Munro, The Spy Who Loved Me, At the Earths Core) and her co-pilot Akton (child evangelist-turned-actor Marjoe Gortner, Food of the Gods, Mausoleum) are pressed into service to thwart the evil Zarth Arns plot. If they succeed, galactic peace will be achieved. If they fail, the universe will fall into decay and destruction at the hands of its sadistic new overlord.
Have no fear, because Stella Star is here!
The films zesty, star-studded cast also includes Peoples Choice Award winner David Hasselhoff (Knight Rider, Baywatch) in one of his first big-screen roles, noted screen tough guy Robert Tessier (The Longest Yard, The Cannonball Run) and legendary two-time Emmy and Tony Award winner, and Academy Award nominee Christopher Plummer (The Last Station, Murder by Decree, The Sound of Music) as The Emperor.
StarCrash was written and directed by fan favorite Luigi Cozzi (AKA Lewis Coates), whose other cult masterworks include Alien Contamination (an homage to Alien) and the unforgettable Lou Ferrigno vehicle Hercules (an homage to Conan the Barbarian). The film also boasts a rousing score by five-time Academy Award winner John Barry (Dances With Wolves, Out of Africa, 10 James Bond films).
Alas, StarCrash would prove to be the only big-screen Stella Star adventure ... but as its worldwide legion of fans will attest, it was one to remember!
STARCRASH 2-DISC SPECIAL EDITION BLU-RAY and DVD BONUS CONTENT New Anamorphic Widescreen Transfer (1.85:1) and DTS HD 5.1 Surround Sound (Blu-ray), Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound (DVD) Disc One: Interview with writer/director Luigi Cozzi StarCrash: the music of John Barry, a detailed analysis of the score by Mars of Deadhouse Music 2 feature-length commentaries by StarCrash historian Stephen Romano: Commentary 1: the history of StarCrash, the making of the film and its importance in 1970s fantastic cinema. Commentary 2: StarCrash scene-by-scene: production trivia, anecdotes and critical analysis. Behind-the-scenes image gallery, featuring storyboards, art, and rare, never-before-seen photos! Promotional art gallery, featuring photos, posters, lobby cards and early poster designs by Drew Struzan Fan art gallery, featuring an exclusive look at the all-new, sexy Stella Star art from fantasy illustrator Robin Greenville Evans Theatrical trailer with commentary by Eli Roth from Trailersfromhell.com and an all-new exclusive trailer commentary by filmmaker/editor Joe Dante! TV spots and radio Spots
DISC TWO Interview with actress Caroline Munro (60 min.) 17 Deleted and alternate scenes The complete, original StarCrash screenplay, illustrated with original storyboards and early, full-color concept art Exclusive 20-minute behind-the-scenes footage reel, with commentary The making of the special effects of StarCrash by Armando Valcauda with exclusive, never-before-seen special-effects footage
Shout! Factory will continue to present ROGER CORMANS CULT CLASSICS home entertainment releases on a monthly basis. Upcoming highlights include The Slumber Party Massacre collection, The Evil, Twice Dead, The Warrior and The Sorceress, Barbarian Queen, Not of This Earth, Terror Within, Streets, Angel in Red, Lady in Red, Crazy Mama, Big Bad Mama, among others.
Independent filmmaker-producer Roger Cormans storied career ranks as one of Hollywoods most amazing success stories. Having produced more than 350 films and directed 50 others, his influence on American film goes far beyond his own energetic, creative low-budget movies. He is arguably one of Hollywoods most gifted and masterful filmmakers. In 2009 he was the recipient of an honorary Academy Award for his contribution to the medium of film.
Noted for his keen ability to spot young talent, Cormans most lasting legacy will undoubtedly be the legion of producers, directors, writers and actors he has fostered, among them: Jack Nicholson, Francis Ford Coppola, Robert De Niro, Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, Ron Howard, Peter Fonda, Jonathan Demme, Gale Anne Hurd, Diane Ladd, Tommy Lee Jones, William Shatner, Sandra Bullock, Bruce Dern, Talia Shire, Charles Bronson, Joe Dante, Carl Franklin, Jonathan Kaplan, Bill Paxton, Dennis Hopper, Curtis Hanson, Peter Bogdanovich, John Sayles, David Carradine and Sally Kirkland.
Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factorys DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The companys audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable best of compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention. With its fingers on the pulse of pop culture, Shout! Factory continues to impact the entertainment media landscape through acquisition of top quality programming for home entertainment releases. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit www.shoutfactory.com
1/6 BROTHER PRODUCTIONS: 1 of 100 ZOMBIE KILLER ALICE! FROM STOREROOMS.COM -@ 15:38 PST
 Only 100 pcs. made worldwide! Alice the Zombie Killer is awesomely detailed and costumed. DESCRIPTION Product Description:  Worldwide Limited 100pcs Available now from Storerooms. Tell them you saw it on AFTimes.com
Here's some updated shots from Hasbro for Pursuit of Cobra figures and vehicles that should be on shelves before you know it. SHOUT! FACTORY NEWS: ROGER CORMAN'S SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE COLLECTION! -@ 14:20 PST SWEET DREAMS JOIN SHOUT! FACTORY AND ROGER CORMAN FOR THE ULTIMATE SLEEPOVERS 
SHOUT! FACTORY PRESENTS THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE COLLECTION 2-DISC SPECIAL EDITION DVD ALL THREE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE FILMS IN ONE COLLECTION, WITH KILLER BONUS FEATURES A triple feature of nightmarish proportions with THE SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE: Special Edition, SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE II, SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE III Drilling into stores October 5, 2010 from Shout! Factory
Stay up all night with the films that put a new twist on the slasher genre. Along with Halloween (1978), Friday the 13th(1980) and Prom Night (1980), Slumber Party Massacre (1982) helped define the slasher film ethos of the 1980s. Put together by first-time director Amy Holden from a script, titled Dont Open the Door," by feminist author Rita Mae Brown (Rubyfruit Jungle), the film was an immediate hit for Roger Corman's New World Pictures, eventually spawning two sequels.
Here, for the first time, all three Slumber Party Massacres are brought together in one DVD set, due to drill its way into your heart on Oct. 5, 2010 from Shout! Factory, in association with New Horizons Picture Corporation. The 2-DVD set includes The SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE: Special Edition, SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE II, and SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE III, as well as such killer all-new bonus features as a three-part documentary, "Sleepless Nights: Revisiting The Slumber Party Massacres," a photo and poster still gallery, and an essay on the Slumber Party phenomenon, "Close Your Eyes For A Second And Sleep Forever." A must have collection for all slasher fans and collectors of Roger Cormans Cult Classics, own the complete set for $24.97 SRP.
Thanks in part to a brilliant marketing campaign pushing a feminist angle because the film was written, produced and directed by women, the story of a girls basketball team drilled to death at their celebratory slumber party became a staple in mom-and-pop corner video stores of the 1980s. Bulked in with the best of the early slashers, The Slumber Party Massacre (1982) had a secret weapon: a wicked little brain and a dark sense of humor layered between the three nude scenes and one very brief sex scene. The girls take on the masculine roles (playing sports, working as telephone repair women, basketball coaches, carpenters and always willing to fight back against the Driller Killer), while the somewhat effeminate boys made the stupid decisions typically played out by women in the subgenre. Additionally, the boys died more violently on screen than their counterparts.
In The Slumber Party Massacre, 18-year-old high schooler Trish (Michelle Michaels) decides to invite her high school girls' basketball teammates over for a slumber party. What she doesn't know is that the girls will get an uninvited guest -- Russ Thorn, an escaped mental patient and murderer of five people who's weapon of choice is a portable power drill.
The only sane survivor of the first incident, Courtney (Crystal Bernard of "Wings" fame), dreams of the driller killer returning in the first sequel, Slumber Party Massacre II (1987). She can't help shake the feeling that she and her friends will be viciously tormented by the killer. Her nightmare becomes reality when the killer returns, reincarnated as an evil rocker with a deadly guitar, who goes about slaying more teens.
The final, installment, Slumber Party Massacre III (1990), is a reimagining of the first film, but with more gore and violence. After a relaxing day at the beach, a group of teens decide to have a slumber party. Their boyfriends predictably show up to scare them, but there is something much scarier lurking in the shadows as the group starts getting attacked by an unknown killer with a fixation on drilling. The SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE: Special Edition (1982) SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE II (1987) and SLUMBER PARTY MASSACRE III (1990)
Special Features: New anamorphic widescreen transfer (1.78:1) of The Slumber Party Massacre and Slumber Party Massacre II All-new three-part documentary: "Sleepless Nights: Revisiting The Slumber Party Massacres" Photo and poster still gallery Theatrical trailers Starring Michelle Michaels, Robin Stille, Michael Villella, Debra Deliso, Andree Honore Produced and directed by Amy Jones Screenplay by Rita Mae Brown Director of Photography: Steve Posey Edited by Sean Foley Music by Ralph Jones Co-produced by Aaron Lipstadt Rated R Starring Crystal Bernard, Patrick Lowe, Kimberly McArthur, Juliette Cummins, Heidi Kozak, Joel Hoffman, Scott Westmoreland. Featuring Atanas Ilitch as the Driller Killer. Written and directed by Deborah Brock Director of Photography: Thomas L. Callaway Edited by William Flicker Music by Richard Cox Production design by John Eng Special makeup effects by James Cummins Produced by Deborah Brock and Don Daniel Executive producer: Roger Corman Rated R Starring Keely Christian, Brittain Frye, M.K. Harris, David Greenlee, Brandi Burkett, Hope Marie Carlton, Maria Claire, Maria Ford Directed by Sally Mattison Written and produced by Catherine Cyran Director of photography: Jurgen Baum Edited by Tim Amyx Music by Jamie Sheriff Produced by Roger Corman and Catherine Cyran Rated R
Total running time: 241 minutes Special features are not rated
Shout! Factory will continue to present ROGER CORMANS CULT CLASSICS home entertainment releases on a monthly basis. Upcoming highlights include The Evil, Twice Dead, The Warrior and The Sorceress, Barbarian Queen, Not of This Earth, Terror Within, Streets, Angel in Red, Lady in Red, Crazy Mama, Big Bad Mama, among others.
Independent filmmaker-producer Roger Cormans storied career ranks as one of Hollywoods most amazing success stories. Having produced more than 350 films and directed 50 others, his influence on American film goes far beyond his own energetic, creative low-budget movies. He is arguably one of Hollywoods most gifted and masterful filmmakers. In 2009 he was the recipient of an honorary Academy Award for his contribution to the medium of film.
Noted for his keen ability to spot young talent, Cormans most lasting legacy will undoubtedly be the legion of producers, directors, writers and actors he has fostered, among them: Jack Nicholson, Francis Ford Coppola, Robert De Niro, Martin Scorsese, James Cameron, Ron Howard, Peter Fonda, Jonathan Demme, Gale Anne Hurd, Diane Ladd, Tommy Lee Jones, William Shatner, Sandra Bullock, Bruce Dern, Talia Shire, Charles Bronson, Joe Dante, Carl Franklin, Jonathan Kaplan, Bill Paxton, Dennis Hopper, Curtis Hanson, Peter Bogdanovich, John Sayles, David Carradine and Sally Kirkland. Visit Shout! Factory for more information!
 Doctor Who Eleventh Doctor TARDIS Playset * Recreate scenes from the show with this TARDIS playset! This TARDIS Play set is a reproduction of the console room of the new Eleventh Doctor's time machine. This will make any adventure with your 5-inch action figures come to life! Action figures not included. Ages 5 and up.
Our dear fans, this Winter Hot Toys will be bringing you surprise from the highly anticipated SUPERMAN (1978) movie license!  Long-awaited by fans from all over the world, well launch the first-of-his-kind 1/6th scale collectible figure of this American superhero acted by notable artist Christopher Reeve!
Announcing this together is another great news, also much expected by our fans! We now proudly announce our new Korean extraordinary artist Mr Arnie Kim to join the Hot Toys family! Taking the lead is the long-awaiting SUPERMAN project! We hope this unprecedented project and collaboration will bring to fans great excitement and anticipation! More exciting projects with outstanding characters will be coming soon! So please stay tuned with us for update!
TONNER DOLL NEWS: ORDER GOLD LABEL CAMI FOR A SPECIAL DISCOUNT! -@ 19:12 PST
NEW!  Glimmers like the sun in a radiant sequined slip dress under an incandescent chiffon dress, with multiple bracelets of gleaming orbs and streams of ribbon. Polished faux leather high-heeled shoes, pantyhose, and faux flower hair ornament also included. Limited Edition 250 Price: $150 *FREE SHIPPING USE promo code GOLD at checkout. Expires Friday, 9/3 at Midnight EST. Customers outside of the continental US, use promo code GOLDINT for a $9.95 Shipping Credit. *Cannot be combined with any other offer. Valid on new orders of in-stock items only. Visit Tonner Doll Cami Order Page.
VAL-MAR The Limited Edition 1/6th Scale Bust- Series 1  Based on the original web series "Val-Mar, Prince of the Damned", VAL-MAR is the third bust produced by the Carbon-Fibre Media artistic team of Grey and Kilroy III. Cast in a "metallique" finish, each piece has a height of 10.5 inches, weighs 1.5 pounds, and is individually hand prepared, numbered and signed by the artists. Only 250 will be made.  The Val-Mar bust is now available at Carbon Fibre Media Use the discount code ARGORESIN and receive free shipping and 10% off the Val-Mar Bust, the Apollo Bust and the Renegade Barack Obama Bust in the Carbon-Fibre Media store. To view more pictures, please visit Carbon Fibre Media Showcase. To follow the story of Val-Mar, Prince of the Damned, please visit Val-Mar Story ABOUT GREY, KILROY III AND CARBON-FIBRE MEDIA The Artists Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Grey brings a distinctly urban swagger and an authentic edge to sequential art and storytelling. For nearly 20 years, Grey has worked as a writer, penciler, inker and designer for almost every major publisher in the comic book industry including Marvel and DC Comics. Kilroy III earned his degree in Fine Arts with a concentration in Sculpture from the University of Pennsylvania. He makes his professional debut with Carbon-Fibre Media. Carbon-Fibre Media Carbon-Fibre Media approaches the creation of original content with a vision directed at advancing the art of sequential storytelling. This is accomplished by focusing on the intent and function of creative media interfaces and refining their approach to address the demands of "new media." CFM's primary platform is the E-CELL, a web-based adaptation of the traditional comic format that takes full advantage of the basic design elements of a comic book as well as the ergonomics of new technology... yet tells stories in a more organic modus, scene by scene. CFM also produces busts, sculptures and posable figures based on original properties out of its Brooklyn, New York studio. 
CFM's objective is to offer creative properties that push the envelope of standard media fare into an artistically dangerous realm with controversial and unusually thought-provoking content.
HATCHET II HITS AMC THEATERS IN UNRATED FORM! AWESOME! -@ 16:06 PST
AMC Theatres To Release The Film Nationwide Oct 1 -- The Widest Release of An Unrated Genre Film In More Than 25 Years
 "HATCHET II" Cast Features Cavalcade Of Horror Movie Icons Including Danielle Harris (HALLOWEEN), Tony Todd (CANDYMAN), R.A. Mihailoff (TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE) and Kane Hodder (FRIDAY THE 13th) reprising his role as serial killer Victor Crowley
Orland Park (IL) (August 24, 2010) - Dark Sky Films, a division ofMPI Media Group, announced today that in anticipation of the upcoming Halloween horror movie season, Adam Green's HATCHET II will be distributed in theaters across the country beginning Oct 1. The film will be released without an MPAA rating, marking the widest release of an unrated genre film in more than 25 years.
AMC Theatres, under its AMC independent program, will be exhibiting HATCHET II in the top 20 markets across the country. Vitagraph Films is serving as theatrical distributor.
The announcement regarding the HATCHET II release was made jointly by Adam Green with MPI Media Group's Senior Vice President of Acquisitions Greg Newman.
A ferociously fun tribute to the old-school horror sensation slasher movies of the 80's, HATCHET II is the follow-up to the popular original film, which was released theatrically in 2007 and became a sleeper-hit, gaining a wide following on DVD. The cast of HATCHET II features a cavalcade of horror movie icons including Danielle Harris (HALLOWEEN) and Kane Hodder (FRIDAY THE 13th), reprising his role as serial killer Victor Crowley. Also starring are Tony Todd (CANDYMAN) and R.A. Mihailoff (TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE).
HATCHET II is having its world premiere this week in London at Fright Fest, the UK's premiere horror and fantasy film festival.
Director Adam Green said, "Having a movie as graphically over the top as HATCHET II come out in major theatres unrated is an absolute dream come true -- not only for the genre fans but for the entire make-up effects crew who normally have to watch their amazing achievements get sliced and diced for theatrical release. This is an important event for the horror genre and I hope the real horror fans support HATCHET II and help change the way genre films are released theatrically from this day forward. Kudos to Dark Sky Films and AMC theaters for truly honoring the spirit of old school American horror and doing this right. Gorehounds won't know what hit them!"
Dark Sky Films' Newman added, "We are thrilled that audiences will not have to wait for a director's cut or unrated version of Adam Green's HATCHET II. On October 1st fans will have the opportunity to see Hatchet II in theaters exactly as it was intended to be seen: full-on, uncut and uncensored! We hope that this unrated release of HATCHET II marks a new trend in providing an uncompromised theatrical experience for genre film lovers nationwide."
"Our AMC independent program embraces diverse storytelling of all types," said AMC Theatres' Vice President, Specialty & Alternative Content, Nikkole Dneson-Randolph. "Bringing a story like HATCHET II to our guests is a natural fit during this time of year and we're excited to share the filmmakers' vision on-screen in its intended state."
Product Release Dates Through November  Toy Fans, The whirlwind of insanity that is SDCC is over, and we’re finally settled down and getting back to business as usual. We’re still pulling together final images, but here’s a list of products that are scheduled for release through the end of November: * Ghostbusters™ 6" Egon Spengler™ with PKE Meter™, stack of books
* Masters of the Universe® Classics Roboto® (Club Eternia™ monthly figure)
* DCU JLU Parademon™ 2-Pack November’s already shaped up to be one heck of a month, but there’s even more in store for you! We’re working on plans for a serious Cyber Monday sale on November 29th at 9 a.m. PT/Noon ET and it’s gonna be BIG! Watch this spot for details to come, and check back soon to see images of the September, October, and November products!
WrestleMania® XXVI Series Exclusively at Toys ‘R Us  WWE® Fans, You probably already know Toys ‘R Us is the official destination for our WrestleMania® XXVI products. Well, the list of products just keeps getting bigger, better, and badder… like the all-new lineup of figures from WrestleMania® XXVI! * WWE® Figures: Kane®, Chris Jericho™, Shelton Benjamin™, Matt Hardy™, Christian™, and Drew McIntyre™ These awesome figures are available exclusively at Toys ‘R Us stores and on ToysRUs.com!
The UFC 118 Fan Expo is this weekend, Friday and Saturday in Boston. JAKKS Pacific is excited to host some top UFC fighters at our booth #2406. to sign autographs and take pictures with fans!  Matt Hamill Friday and Saturday 1-2pm
Wanderlei Silva Friday 2-3pm
Bruce Buffer Friday and Saturday 11am-2pm
JAKKS also has an exclusive limited edition GSP 1:500 figure for sale at our booth beginning Friday at 10am, while supplies last!
BAKEMONOGATARI ~ MAYOI HACHIKUJI ANI*STATUE   A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! From the smash hit anime series Bakemonogatari comes the second in a series of Ani*Statues, the ghost MAYOI HACHIKUJI! Forever trying to complete her journey to her mother’s house, the young girl met up with Koyomi and eventually reached her destination. Always on the move, Mayoi trudges along determinedly, clutching the straps to her plush animal-inspired overstuffed backpack. She wears a school girl outfit with a white short-sleeved shirt, bowtie, high socks, and a pink suspendered skirt with matching shoes. Mayoi has lots of unique details including a bandage on her knee, embroidered cherries on her skirt, a bracelet, headband, and leafy hair decorations! While her whole body is in motion, the ghost girl stares straight ahead toward her destination, a slight smile on her lips. Sculpted by Koei Matsumoto, Mayoi stands 7 ½ inches tall (1/8th scale) and is constructed of high-quality pvc plastic.
srp $69.99 Available in JANUARY  
A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! The main heroine of the hit game Mizuiro, YUKI KATASE is well known to fans around the world as the mascot for the Nekoneko brand. She’s also the quintessential Imouto or “sister” character, and the perfect addition to the “4 Leaves” series of iconic archetypes. Based on the main illustration from the “Neko Neko Fan Disc,” Yuki is posed bent over, supporting herself on a giant golden spoon. She is dressed in a colorful school uniform embellished by cat ears, a tail, and cat’s paw shoes. Yuki’s “ears” are removable, as is her short skirt to reveal her pretty blue bloomers. As a special bonus, she comes with a 40mm scale Mecha Shindo mini figure! Yuki stands almost 6 ½ inches tall (in 1/7th scale) .
srp $79.99 Available in DECEMBER
  TORADORA! ~ TAIGA AISAKA ANI*STATUE A KOTOBUKIYA Japanese import! Coming straight out of the TV series finale of Toradora! is the beautiful but antisocial TAIGA AISAKA. Dressed in a black school girl uniform complete with thigh high black stockings and blue shoes, the “Palmtop Tiger” stands nervously with her hands behind her back and one foot pointed innocently inward. Fans will adore her cute “tsundele” face, and “moe” lovers will especially appreciate the “absolute territory” between her skirt and coat! Sculpted by former garage kit dealer and star of Wonder Festival 2010 Winter “Okamoto Dou Noa Sakura,” Taiga stands fully 10 inches tall (in 1/6th scale)!
srp $69.99 Available in DECEMBER For all of these fine items, visit the good folks at Kotobukiya!
Dead Che Bust GID Green Suggested Retail $200
 
Over 17" tall. Comes with interchangeable hands. Grenade and rifle if you are the angry type or rubber chicken for all you pacifists. Full color box. Instant classic!!! Available in purple. Limited to 50. Suggested Retail $200
The final Mao in the Bronze-Silver-Gold Mao Trilogy. Edition of 25. Suggested Retail $1,000 each
only 5 left
Traditional silkscreened lacquer based water transfer decals. That means you can cut them out, put them in a bowl of warm water and then slide them onto whatever - or just keep 'em all together as a poster. UV proof etc. Sheet measures '20 by '13. Edition of 70. Suggested Retail $75
  Spicy Brown x Kozik = MPH Exclusive Anarchy Black Tofu Robot We got a small qty of these back in stock to share with everyone. Every other Tofu Robot is long gone. 4" tall in Kozik designed window box. Suggested Retail $25 Anarchy Black Tofu Robot - Item #MPHL0003
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