"Terrifier 2" might have been a surprise hit in 2022, proving too brutal for even some seasoned horror fans. But you'd never have expected such success based on the original movie. Released in 2016, "Terrifier" took director Damien Leone's psychotic slasher Art the Clown, previously the star of several short films, and built a whole movie around his gory exploits. Sadly, the result was less than impressive. As /Film's Chris Evangelista put it in his "Terrifier 2" review:
"The first "Terrifier" is what I'd call 'crap' [...] While I freely admit the film is loaded with some incredibly practical gore, the movie itself is little more than a plotless, storyless, valueless excuse to showcase that gore and not much else."
Luckily, Leone stepped up his game for "Terrifier 2," as evidenced by the much improved critical response, the $15 million it made on a $250,000 budget, and the fact we'll soon be getting the highly-anticipated "Terrifier 3.
"The first "Terrifier" is what I'd call 'crap' [...] While I freely admit the film is loaded with some incredibly practical gore, the movie itself is little more than a plotless, storyless, valueless excuse to showcase that gore and not much else."
Luckily, Leone stepped up his game for "Terrifier 2," as evidenced by the much improved critical response, the $15 million it made on a $250,000 budget, and the fact we'll soon be getting the highly-anticipated "Terrifier 3.
- 12/30/2023
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
"What if this awesome thing we have going on gets ruined?" Peacock has debuted the official trailer for an original romantic comedy film titled If You Were the Last, directed by Kristian Mercado from a script by Angela Bourassa. This sci-fi rom-com with a simple twist is about two people stuck on a spaceship out in the solar system questioning their relationship and sex and everything else. This initially premiered at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival earlier this year, but is skipping theaters entirely for the release. Adrift in their broken-down space shuttle with little hope of rescue, two astronauts argue over whether they're better off spending their remaining days as friends or something more. Starring Anthony Mackie as Adam & Zoe Chao as Jane, with a small cast including Natalie Morales, Geoff Stults, Missi Pyle, Sarah Voigt, and Kaleka. This looks super cute and quaint and funky, with some stop-motion papier-mâché...
- 10/22/2023
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Earlier this year, Kevin Smith purchased the movie theatre he used to go to in his youth, the Atlantic Moviehouse at 82 First Avenue in Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, and turned it into Smodcastle Cinemas. Last month, Bill MacKay (@Barbarian_Pug on Twitter) tweeted out the idea of Smith hosting a Terrifier double feature at Smodcastle Cinemas, with director and cast Q&As… and Smith quickly turned that idea into a reality! There will indeed be a Terrifier and Terrifier 2 double feature at Smodcastle Cinemas on December 10th, starting at 7pm, and tickets are available at This Link. The price to attend the double feature will make a lot of sense to Smith fans: it’s 37 dollars.
Smith will be moderating Q&As with the cast and crew for both of the films.
On December 10th!
Come get scared shitless at @SmodCinemas when we host the cast & crew of @TerrifierFilm!
Watch...
Smith will be moderating Q&As with the cast and crew for both of the films.
On December 10th!
Come get scared shitless at @SmodCinemas when we host the cast & crew of @TerrifierFilm!
Watch...
- 12/5/2022
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
This article contains major spoilers for "Terrifier 2."
You've all seen the headlines by now. Known as the horror movie responsible for making people faint and even vomit in theaters across the country, "Terrifier 2" has become this surprise unprecedented hit in the world of independent horror. Word of mouth regarding director Damien Leone's unrated splatter flick has quickly spread among gore fiends, in addition to people outside of the horror bubble.
What was initially devised as a one-week theatrical release is now going on week four, as more folks discover the sadistic mayhem of Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton). Where your traditional slashers like Jason Voorhees or Michael Myers will slash and dash you, Art will take his sweet, sweet time. He's a pantomime boogeyman who revels in flaying your body to grotesque lengths, courtesy of the film's jaw-dropping practical makeup effects.
Make no mistake, the gore is appropriately hardcore.
You've all seen the headlines by now. Known as the horror movie responsible for making people faint and even vomit in theaters across the country, "Terrifier 2" has become this surprise unprecedented hit in the world of independent horror. Word of mouth regarding director Damien Leone's unrated splatter flick has quickly spread among gore fiends, in addition to people outside of the horror bubble.
What was initially devised as a one-week theatrical release is now going on week four, as more folks discover the sadistic mayhem of Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton). Where your traditional slashers like Jason Voorhees or Michael Myers will slash and dash you, Art will take his sweet, sweet time. He's a pantomime boogeyman who revels in flaying your body to grotesque lengths, courtesy of the film's jaw-dropping practical makeup effects.
Make no mistake, the gore is appropriately hardcore.
- 10/28/2022
- by Matthew Bilodeau
- Slash Film
This article contains major spoilers for "Terrifier 2."
When you reflect on the slasher villains we accept as mascots of the genre, it's fascinating to see how far the sinister Art the Clown has come from his indie roots. The pantomime slasher initially started out as a creepy idea in director Damien Leone's 2008 short film "The 9th Circle," and has since become the kind of headline sensation that would make William Castle smile. From anthology antagonist ("All Hallows' Eve") to the star of his own film series, it's safe to say that Art's reign of terror is far from over.
It's pretty astounding how Leone manages to capture the sickening grime of grindhouse horror, where the violence is pushed to an extreme degree. It walks the line between being horrifically gruesome and absurdly funny. Once Art the Clown gets going, he becomes a relentless monster, unlike anything you've ever seen.
When you reflect on the slasher villains we accept as mascots of the genre, it's fascinating to see how far the sinister Art the Clown has come from his indie roots. The pantomime slasher initially started out as a creepy idea in director Damien Leone's 2008 short film "The 9th Circle," and has since become the kind of headline sensation that would make William Castle smile. From anthology antagonist ("All Hallows' Eve") to the star of his own film series, it's safe to say that Art's reign of terror is far from over.
It's pretty astounding how Leone manages to capture the sickening grime of grindhouse horror, where the violence is pushed to an extreme degree. It walks the line between being horrifically gruesome and absurdly funny. Once Art the Clown gets going, he becomes a relentless monster, unlike anything you've ever seen.
- 10/26/2022
- by Matthew Bilodeau
- Slash Film
Today’s the day! Art the Clown is back and in a big way as Terrifier 2 is now in 800+ theaters across the country from Bloody Disgusting, Cinedigm, and Iconic Events!
It’s a pretty huge fucking deal to see an uncut horror movie get this kind of release, which is why we celebrated with a bloody red carpet premiere last night at the Regal Union Square in New York.
The entire cast and crew were there, including Art the Clown himself, David Howard Thornton, dressing up like Joker and rocking the now-iconic sunflower sunglasses, and our new favorite Final Girl, Lauren Lavera, who will become an instant fan favorite.
Don’t miss out on this incredibly rare horror opportunity to see Terrifier 2 in theaters and kick off this Halloween season with extreme chaos and bloodshed!
You can head on over to www.Terrifier2TheMovie.com for current listings...
It’s a pretty huge fucking deal to see an uncut horror movie get this kind of release, which is why we celebrated with a bloody red carpet premiere last night at the Regal Union Square in New York.
The entire cast and crew were there, including Art the Clown himself, David Howard Thornton, dressing up like Joker and rocking the now-iconic sunflower sunglasses, and our new favorite Final Girl, Lauren Lavera, who will become an instant fan favorite.
Don’t miss out on this incredibly rare horror opportunity to see Terrifier 2 in theaters and kick off this Halloween season with extreme chaos and bloodshed!
You can head on over to www.Terrifier2TheMovie.com for current listings...
- 10/6/2022
- by Brad Miska
- bloody-disgusting.com
Stars: Lauren Lavera, Elliot Fullam, Sarah Voigt, Kailey Hyman, Casey Harnett, David Howard Thornton, Samantha Scaffidi | Written and Directed by Damien Leone
Murderous mime Art the Clown returns in this 140-minute sequel to writer-director-producer Damien Leone’s 2016 horror Terrifier. Shot through with black humour and positively dripping with gore, this is an entertainingly gruesome sequel that’s sure to increase Art’s already substantial fanbase.
Other than a brief appearance by Samantha Scaffidi (who played the lead in the original film), Terrifier 2 is more or less a stand-alone affair, so don’t worry too much if you haven’t already seen Terrifier. Those who have had the pleasure of the first film will have some idea what to expect, as Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton) once again murders his way through the inhabitants of a small town on Halloween night, in as grisly a manner as possible.
However,...
Murderous mime Art the Clown returns in this 140-minute sequel to writer-director-producer Damien Leone’s 2016 horror Terrifier. Shot through with black humour and positively dripping with gore, this is an entertainingly gruesome sequel that’s sure to increase Art’s already substantial fanbase.
Other than a brief appearance by Samantha Scaffidi (who played the lead in the original film), Terrifier 2 is more or less a stand-alone affair, so don’t worry too much if you haven’t already seen Terrifier. Those who have had the pleasure of the first film will have some idea what to expect, as Art the Clown (David Howard Thornton) once again murders his way through the inhabitants of a small town on Halloween night, in as grisly a manner as possible.
However,...
- 9/5/2022
- by Matthew Turner
- Nerdly
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