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Human Hibachi 3: The Last Supper DVD Available for Presale
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Mario Cerrito’s Human Hibachi 3: The Last Supper is the latest film in the cannibal franchise and a Limited Edition DVD is available now for presale.

A man who suffers from hyper-religiosity, leads a cult of devout followers to partake in a “last supper” where sacrificed humans are the main course.

The Human Hibachi films have gained an incredible horror fanbase throughout the United States, England, Scotland, China, Japan, Philippines, Hungary, Iceland, Australia, Germany, Spain, France, Canada, Sweden, and Italy.

This film has special appearances by king of the independents Lloyd Kaufman and scream queen, Debbie Rochon.

“I’ve been marketing indie horror for the past decade and I’ve never seen a no budget film like Human Hibachi get some a worldwide cult following.” – Producer, Michael Joy

To order please contact humanhibachi@gmail.com

Follow Human Hibachi at https://www.facebook.com/humanhibachi

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  • 6/4/2025
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Bitter Souls Official Trailer / Coming To Amazon on May 15th
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After a successful limited theatrical run Bitter Souls will be available to buy or rent on Amazon Prime Video May 15th 2025.

A Tale Of Teen Angst Complicated By Death And Vengeance.

When teenage girl Kendall Kane (Avaryana Rose) is murdered, her boyfriend Lucien (Mike McKeever) makes it his mission to find her killers. He enlists the help of a Father O’Reilly (Karl Barbee) and the voodoo priestess Mahlet (Destiny Brown) to cross into the realm of black magic in an attempt to save Kendall. In order to do so, they will need to defeat the evil houngan Immanuel! When Kendall returns All Hell Will Break Loose!

Produced by McKeever, Oifer, McCallum, Sarullo and Savakinus. A Showtown American Pictures Production in association with Cannon Fire Productions and Babe Entertainment. Directed by Tom Ryan.

Executive Producers Tracy Adkirson and Rob Adkirson.

Co-Produced by Paul Hughbanks and Michael Joy.

Created by Ed McKeever and Steve Gray.
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  • 5/13/2025
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Exclusive First Look Dracula Eternal with Mike Ferguson
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Exclusive First Look at Dracula Eternal featuring Mike Ferguson, Cody Renee Cameron (The Mayans), LeeAnne Bauer (When It Rains in LA) and Denise Milfort (Dead on Arrival) in this Classic horror tale.

David Mitch Parks (Blackout) rejoins Mike Ferguson and LeeAnne Bauer from “When it rains in LA” and Mike Ferguson and Cody Renee Cameron from “Porterville”, as the cinematographer for Dracula Eternal.

A woman’s idyllic summer is shattered when her best friend falls ill, her fiance vanishes, and she’s drawn into a terrifying battle against an ancient evil in this modern re-imagining of Bram Stoker’s Dracula.

Directed by Alan Smithy

Produced by Hail Adams and Michael Joy

Distribution by Ccs

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  • 4/30/2025
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Wolfman (1979)
Hnn Giveaway: Wolfman on Digital
Wolfman (1979)
Horrornews.Net Teams With Blumhouse & Universal Pictures Home Entertainment For A Special Digital Giveway Of The New Film, Wolfman Contact Michael Joy at Hnn at joyhorror@msn.com with “Wolfman Giveaway” in the subject and winners will be selected at random for a digital copy of Wolfman Leigh Whannell brings a dark new twist to one of …

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  • 2/20/2025
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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The Marketing Macabre Show Episode One: Pancake Man, A Hard Place, Space Goblins, and more
Business time
The Marketing Macabre Show hosted by Michael Joy is your visual guide to what’s new in independent horror. In Episode 1 – we look at a trailers for Bron Theron’s Pancake Man, Jason Horton’s A Hard Place and Patrick Donnelly’s The Alien Report, we have teasers for Ams Overton’s Space Goblins and David M. Parks’ …

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  • 1/17/2025
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Business time
The Marketing Macabre Show Episode 1 featuring Pancake Man, A Hard Place, Blackout, and more
Business time
The Marketing Macabre Show hosted by Michael Joy is your visual guide to what’s new in independent horror. In Episode 1 – we look at a trailers for Bron Theron’s Pancake Man, Jason Horton’s A Hard Place and Patrick Donnelly’s The Alien Report, we have teasers for Ams Overton’s Space Goblins and David M. Parks’ [...]

The post The Marketing Macabre Show Episode 1 featuring Pancake Man, A Hard Place, Blackout, and more first appeared on Horror Screams Video Vault - Supporting Independent Horror.
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  • 1/15/2025
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Screams Video Vault
Le retour des morts-vivants (1985)
Rotld Originals LLC Announces “Trash’s Revenge” – The Next Installment in the Return of the Living Dead Universe
Le retour des morts-vivants (1985)
The cult classic “The Return of the Living Dead” has been highly revered by horror fans for almost four decades. Celebrating its 40th Anniversary next year, the Rotld Originals LLC are back from the graveyard and ready to party. Michael Joy of Joyhorror Entertainment and Marketing Macabre will serve as the official publicist for the …

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  • 7/15/2024
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Michael Joy signs on as producer for new Return of the Living Dead movie
July 3, 1984 is a historic day for Return of the Living Dead fans, so what better day to announce that Michael Joy and Marketing Macabre have signed on to help produce the sequel, Trash’s Revenge. This production is being headed by Richard Driscoll’s DRagon Studios in the UK with the film being produced by …

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  • 7/3/2024
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Camp Pleasant Lake hits #1 on Starz starring Michael Paré, Jonathan Lipnicki, Mike Ferguson, & Bonnie Aarons
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Thomas Walton’s hit slasher movie, Camp Pleasant Lake is trending in the #1 position on Starz. The film stars Jonathan Lipnicki (Jerry Maguire), Michael Paré (The Lincoln Lawyer), Mike Ferguson (Showdown at the Grand), Bonnie Aarons (The Nun), Andrew Divoff (Air Force One), and Robert Lasardo (The Mule).

A couple breathes life into a new camp on an old campsite, connecting them to a chilling past that unravels a 20-year-old mystery involving a missing young girl. As eerie events unfold, they must confront forces tied to a brutal crime.

Camp Pleasant Lake is produced by Jared Safier & Thomas Walton with associate producer, Michael Joy.

About Starz

Starz, a Lionsgate company, is a leading global media and entertainment company that produces and distributes premium streaming content to worldwide audiences across subscription television platforms. Starz is home to the flagship domestic Starz® brand, Starz Encore, 17 premium pay TV channels and the associated on-demand and online services,...
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  • 6/26/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Move Over Pooh, Piglet is about to bring the Horror
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Piglet: The Movie is a mash up of Texas Chainsaw Massacre and Winnie the Pooh! Indiegogo campaign is offering Associate Producer, Co-Producer, Executive Producer perks at affordable rates plus plenty of fandom specials like DVD and Blu-Ray bundles and more.

Piglet stars Celeste Blandon (Phantom Fun World), Brian Bremer (Pumpkinhead), Jasper Hammer (Bay for Blood), Ilene Sullivan, and Angel Bradford (Desperate Souls).

Kevin Millikin (producer), August Aguilar (director), Kelly Hudson (writer), Jake Hades (artist), Michael Joy (marketing) and formerly of the Misfits, David “Dr. Chud” Calabrese (composer).

Piglet: The Movie Synopsis:

Deep in the remote Appalachian hills, lives Piglet. The son of a once industrious butcher and marred by tragedy, Piglet’s solitary life is shattered when fame-hungry millennials trespass onto his land. They hope to capture paranormal activity on their struggling YouTube channel. In a foolish bid to manufacture exploitation, one of them slaughters Piglet’s beloved pig.
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  • 5/22/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Candyman Michael Hargrove Joins Avaryana Rose In Voodoo Feature
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Showtown American Pictures and Cannon Fire Productions announce Candyman (2021) actor Michael Hargrove will join actress Avaryana Rose in a Tale of Murder, Resurrection and Revenge in Bitter Souls. Directed by Tom Ryan of ‘Return To The Theatre Of Terror.’

Some of Michael Hargrove’s notable work includes the role of Sherman Fields in the hit MonkeyPaw Production’s Candyman feature. Michael has also been honored with the Black Theatre Alliance’s Sidney Poitier Award in 2002 as Best Leading Actor in a Play for his role in “Will He Bop, Will He Drop” at Chicago’s National Pastime Theater.

Michael has also appeared in such National Pastime Theater productions as “Red Dog Moon,” David Rabe’s “The Orphan,” “Yuba City,” Kafka’s “The Trial,” “Servant of the People!! The Rise and Fall of Huey P. Newton and the Black Panther Party,” “Possessed,” Kesey’s “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Shakespeare...
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  • 4/27/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Official Trailer F’d: Tales from the End Times
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“Award-winning horror anthology F’d: Tales from the End Times announces the release of its first trailer today.

The film, which centers around a roster of stories from some of horror’s most visionary directors, all taking place on the day the world ends, is currently making the rounds on the festival circuit. Featured Directors include Ash Hamilton, Dillon Brown, Josh Brucker, Ben Harl (Afterlife), and Michael Gregory (Apocalypse Eve). The film also marks the return of producer and collaborator Michael Joy.

The film stands at 5 Official Selections and 4 award wins. Distribution and official release details forthcoming.”

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  • 4/27/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Official Trailer F’d: Tales from the End Times
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“Award-winning horror anthology F’d: Tales from the End Times announces the release of its first trailer today.

The film, which centers around a roster of stories from some of horror’s most visionary directors, all taking place on the day the world ends, is currently making the rounds on the festival circuit. Featured Directors include Ash Hamilton, Dillon Brown, Josh Brucker, Ben Harl (Afterlife), and Michael Gregory (Apocalypse Eve). The film also marks the return of producer and collaborator Michael Joy.

The film stands at 5 Official Selections and 4 award wins. Distribution and official release details forthcoming.”

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  • 4/19/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Teaser Video for South Jersey’s newest haunted attraction, Fear Village
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Horror director, Mario Cerrito has released a short film titled, “Wall of Souls” for his upcoming haunted attraction, Fear Village.

The Village Master, played by Michael Joy, makes his terrifying debut to promote the “Wall of Souls” perks which is currently available on the Fear Village Indiegogo Campaign.

Fear Village is a haunted cursed town where man’s darkest fantasies meet a cold macabre reality. Ancient folklore tells a story that the village is a gateway to hell and the devil welcomes all monsters and madmen there to dwell. Strangers beware and enter if you dare. There is no escape from the horrors that live here. Only a few have walked out alive to tell their tale, but they have paid the ultimate price for survival and have sold their souls to the devil.

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  • 4/19/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Le Village (2004)
Teaser Video for South Jersey’s newest haunted attraction, Fear Village
Le Village (2004)
Horror director, Mario Cerrito has released a short film titled, “Wall of Souls” for his upcoming haunted attraction, Fear Village. The Village Master, played by Michael Joy, makes his terrifying debut to promote the “Wall of Souls” perks which is currently available on the Fear Village Indiegogo Campaign. Fear Village is a haunted cursed town …

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  • 4/6/2024
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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HalloweenCostumes.com Official Sponsor of Fear Village Haunted Attraction
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Fear Village is proud to announce HalloweenCostumes.com as an official sponsor for the upcoming haunted attraction located in Voorhees Township, New Jersey.

HalloweenCostumes.com is the premier destination for all things Halloween from costumes and decorations and beyond. You can also find all your Halloween needs at their others popular websites, Fun.com and Halloween.com.

Fear Village is the brainchild of award-winning filmmaker, Mario Cerrito and the owner of Marketing Macabre, Michael Joy.

This attraction is an exciting hybrid that merges the experiences of a mystery room together with a traditional Halloween haunt, but it’s so much more. There is an undyeable theatrical element that places patrons right in the middle of a horror movie scene and choices will need to be made in order to survive.

Opening for Halloween Season 2024 at the Voorhees Town Center in Voorhees Township, New Jersey.

For more information about HalloweenCostumes:

https://www.halloweencostumes.
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  • 3/22/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
L'Histoire en 3D (2016)
Phil Herman’s Unearthed launches Indiegogo, Michael Joy signs on as Producer!
L'Histoire en 3D (2016)
Unearthed is a new anthology from the creative minds behind Doomsday Stories and I Slay on Christmas with writer/director’s Phil Herman, Marcelo Fabani, Derek Braasch, Will Devokees, and James Panetta. This anthology intricately interlaces four compelling tales, each orbiting individuals who unravel hidden, lost, or long-guarded secrets. Brace yourself for an exhilarating odyssey of discovery …

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  • 1/10/2024
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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Phil Herman’s Unearthed launches Indiegogo, Michael Joy signs on as Producer!
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Unearthed is a new anthology from the creative minds behind Doomsday Stories and I Slay on Christmas with writer/director’s Phil Herman, Marcelo Fabani, Derek Braasch, Will Devokees, and James Panetta.

This anthology intricately interlaces four compelling tales, each orbiting individuals who unravel hidden, lost, or long-guarded secrets. Brace yourself for an exhilarating odyssey of discovery and suspense as “Unearthed” plunges deep beneath the surface to unveil mysteries concealed for far too long.

Breaking news: Unearthed attaches Producer, Michael Joy.

Indiegogo Campaign:

https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/unearthed–3?fbclid=IwAR30WVbtyNcWf7oiL6LUaCR3L9YTKAAD1tzreIPONPH_UxZtmHH-0xiwbZQ#/

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  • 1/9/2024
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Michael Joy announced at Vice President of Fear Village horror attraction
Hnn Operations Manager, Michael Joy was announced as Vice President of the upcoming New Jersey horror attraction, Fear Village. Michael Joy is also the owner / operator of Marketing MacAbre which had been providing independent horror films worldwide press coverage since 2017. He has also recently stepped on board as producer on the Showtown American …

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  • 12/2/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Hnn Manager joins the production of international horror fantasy, Space Goblins
MegaCity Media Productions is proud to announce that Hnn Operations Manager, Michael Joy has signed on as producer for Ams Overton’s horror fantasy, Space Goblins. Michael Joy (owner of Marketing Macabre publicity agency) is also producer on the Tampa based, Showtown American Pictures upcoming feature, Siesta Key Slasher. In addition, producer credits include Camp Pleasant …

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  • 11/19/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Fear Village indoor haunted attraction coming to Voorhees Town Center, Voorhees, New Jersey
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Fear Village is a new indoor haunted attraction coming to the Voorhees Town Center in Voorhees, New Jersey in 2024.

This is going to be an immersive indoor experience that will be much more intimate than your typical outside haunted hayrides and mazes. There is no where to run and no where to hide in Fear Village. The heart pounding horror is in your face and you have no choice but to confront your worst fears. It’s like stepping into your favorite scary movie. This is where fans can become one with horror.

Horror director, Mario Cerrito will bring his vision to life with the help of Marketing Macabre chief, Michael Joy and Special FX guru, Nick Benson.

The doors are scheduled to open for the 2024 Halloween season at the Voorhees Town Center (formerly Echelon Mall) located in Voorhees, New Jersey. In the heart of South Jersey, this attraction is just minutes away from Philadelphia,...
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  • 11/13/2023
  • by Michael Joy
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Michael Joy joins the production of international horror fantasy, Space Goblins
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MegaCity Media Productions is proud to announce that Michael Joy has signed on as producer for Ams Overton’s horror fantasy, Space Goblins.

Michael Joy (owner of Marketing Macabre publicity agency) is also producer on the Tampa based, Showtown American Pictures upcoming feature, Siesta Key Slasher.

In addition, producer credits include Camp Pleasant Lake which arrives in theaters on February 27th, 2024 and Holes In The Sky: The Sean Miller Story, which broke the record for the most awards held by a found footage film, previously held by The Blair Witch Project.

“Ams Overton is a brilliant visionary and is bringing to life this crazy exciting sci-fi horror fantasy film that captures the imagination and will leave fans wanting more Space Goblins in their life.” – Michael Joy

Space Goblins

Synopsis: Having been living off the grid for the last decade, Bounty hunters Gib and Gob find themselves being called back into...
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  • 11/13/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Village (2023)
Fear Village is a new haunted attraction coming to New Jersey the Fall of 2024 from Mario Cerrito & Michael Joy
Village (2023)
A new haunted attraction is coming to the South Jersey area straight from independent filmmakers and producers in the horror film industry. Fear Village is a new indoor immersive haunted attraction that will focus on giving haunt fans a thrilling more interactive experience. This is an exciting hybrid that merges the experiences of a mystery …

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  • 10/27/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Fear Village is a new haunted attraction coming to New Jersey the Fall of 2024 featuring the work of FX legend, Nick Benson
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A new haunted attraction is coming to the South Jersey area straight from independent filmmakers and producers in the horror film industry. Fear Village is a new indoor immersive haunted attraction that will focus on giving haunt fans a thrilling more interactive experience. This is an exciting hybrid that merges the experiences of a mystery room together with a traditional Halloween haunt, but it’s so much more. There is an undyeable theatrical element that places patrons right in the middle of a horror movie scene and choices will need to be made in order to survive.

Fear Village is the brainchild of award-winning filmmaker, Mario Cerrito and the owner of Marketing Macabre, Michael Joy. The award-winning filmmaker, Anthony Calvitti (Night of the Devil) is an executive partner. Legendary FX artist, Nick Benson is on board adding his special effects skills to the project.

What happens when a bunch of...
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  • 10/27/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Susan Peretz in Jamais deux sans trois (1990)
Michael Joy comes on as producer for Siesta Key Slasher
Susan Peretz in Jamais deux sans trois (1990)
Michael Joy, owner of Marketing Macabre joins Showtown American Pictures in association with Babes Against Bullying for the upcoming horror film, Siesta Key Slasher starring Avaryana Rose this winter in Tampa, Florida. Michael has come on board as a producer for Siesta Key Slasher. He has previous produced Holes In The Sky: The Sean Miller …

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  • 10/24/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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Michael Joy comes on as producer for Siesta Key Slasher
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Michael Joy, owner of Marketing Macabre joins Showtown American Pictures in association with Babes Against Bullying for the upcoming horror film, Siesta Key Slasher starring Avaryana Rose this winter in Tampa, Florida.

Michael has come on board as a producer for Siesta Key Slasher. He has previously produced Holes In The Sky: The Sean Miller Story that holds the record for the most festival awards for a found footage horror film. He is also producer on the cult cannibal franchise, Human Hibachi and the upcoming horror film, Camp Pleasant Lake.

Siesta Key Slasher – This tale of Pirates and Murder centers on popular social media personalities who attend a world-famous seafaring festival in Central Florida. After being invited to a VIP only party on a private beach for fun and drinks the young guests begin to disappear. The group discovers a killer is on the loose. A killer with a hook and a score to settle.
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  • 10/24/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Marketing Macabre: Where The Pros Turn To
“Michael Joy has the ability to help launch an enhanced marketing scope for a company by utilizing his tireless focus and passion for the entertainment industry. Michael has a lifetime of knowledge with regard to horror films, pop culture, music, pro wrestling and the like. Michael Joy has mastered a way to create authentic and …

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  • 8/10/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Exclusive Clip: Static Codes
David M. Parks
Hnn has an Exclusive Clip of the new Sci-Fi Thriller Static Codes from Director/Producer, David M Parks, Producers, Jared Safier & Thomas Walton, and Associate Producer Michael Joy. In this clip we see Shane Woodson as Richard Wiltz and Mike Ferguson as Steve Wilson, who are best friends forever! Starring Shane Woodson (Resident Evil :Extinction), …

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  • 8/9/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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Lester G Reynolds onboard “A Hard Place” as an Executive Producer
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Lester G. Reynolds (Alien Storm) is onboard “A Hard Place” as an Executive Producer alongside Jay Horton and Abel Berry.

As a producer, Lester has recently been involved in crafting some outstanding independent films in the horror genre. Currently in production are Alien Storm, Desperate Souls, The Dark Room, A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder, Scream Dream, Desert Fiends, Killer Kong, Amityville Ripper, Amityville Turkey Day, and Pancake Man.

A Hard Place is a large-scale monster vs. monster movie that is going to blow the lid off indie horror. It features two brand new types of creatures that have never been seen before.

Production is slated for the end of 2023.

A Hard Place

written by Michael J. Epstein and J. Horton

Directed by J. Horton

Synopsis:

A Hard Place follows a group of criminals on the lam in the rocky mountains who find themselves in the middle of an ancient...
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  • 4/5/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Iconic Actor Robert Lasardo & More Join Cast of Highly Anticipated Horror Anthology: F’d
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Legendary star Robert Lasardo is set to join the cast of upcoming horror anthology F’d: 5 Tales From the End Times. In addition to Lasardo, many of the film’s leads have already been cast by actors such as Kayla Kelly, Chloe Franks, and Jenna

The film will be comprised of 5 stories all taking place on the same day in the same universe: the day the world ends. Each segment will be directed by an up and coming horror director, written by the same creative team and filmed independently in different locations across the country.

Directors already attached include Holes in the Sky director Ash Hamilton, Dillon Brown of Tahoe Joe fame and Mothman’s Josh Brucker.

The film is scheduled to shoot its respective segments in spring/summer of this year. Michael Joy and others producing.

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  • 3/16/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Hnn New Screamings Screening Series Making Horror Headlines
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It’s been almost a week since Michael Joy and Tony Timpone made the announcement about the new HorrorNewsNet Screamings Screening Series. The horror industry is screaming about Screamings! This new venture offers free advance showings of upcoming horror films and TV series in multiple cities and gives the horror genre a theatrical presence like …

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  • 3/5/2023
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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Tony Timpone partners with HorrorNewsNet for Screamings Screening Series
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Horrornews.net and legendary former Fangoria magazine editor Tony Timpone have formed a partnership to create the Screamings Screening Series, providing free advance showings of upcoming horror films and TV series in multiple cities. This new venture will give the horror genre a theatrical presence like never before, boasting celebrity appearances and highlighting films from the major studios to independent companies to streaming services.

For over 25 years, Timpone has previewed 200+ genre films from Universal, Columbia, Warners, Fox, Blumhouse, Lionsgate, IFC, Magnolia, Cinedigm, Gravitas Ventures, Screen Media and more. He forged some incredible horror memories with showings of Trick R Treat, 28 Weeks Later, Land of the Dead, It Follows, The Host, Hostel Part III, The Descent, Insidious: Chapter 3, Night of the Demons, Prevenge and American Zombie, just to name a few. Special in-person appearances included memorable directors and popular stars. The legacy will continue with Hnn!

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  • 2/28/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Official Trailer for Static Codes stars Taryn Manning, Mike Ferguson, Sadie Katz, Augie Duke
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Static Codes from writer / director David M. Parks releases it’s official trailer starring Taryn Manning (Orange is the New Black), Sadie Katz (Wrong Turn 6), Augie Duke (Bad Kids Go To Hell), Mike Ferguson (The Last Deal), Jaime Zevallos (Resurrection) and James Di Giacomo (Murder at Yellowstone City). The film is produced by Jared Safier, Thomas Walton, David M Park, David Lewis, and associate producer, Michael Joy.

Synopsis:

A man’s wife was abducted by aliens ten years ago during a car accident which left him paralyzed from the waist down. Given up on life, he has become consumed with only one mission: finding his wife.

Safier Entertainment | PhilaDreams Films | Lux Angeles Studios | Black Wolf Pictures

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  • 1/28/2023
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Dark Hoffman partners with Marketing Macabre for Posters & Artwork
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Michael Joy has partnered with Digital Artist, Dark Hoffman to incorporate pro poster and artwork services into Marketing Macabre.

Dark Hoffman has created 2D and 3D environmental digital paintings, set extensions, projections and production art in the film industry for the past 16 years.

Dark Hoffman has an incredible resume of artwork for some of the top Hollywood movies and television shows including Thor, X-Men: The Last Stand, Fantastic Four: Silver Surfer, Hotel Transylvania Furious 7, Fury, The Mummy, The Wolfman, As Above So Below, Riddick, Narnia, Smallville, Vampire Diaries, and Burn Notice.

Marketing Macabre is known for getting horror films media attention from some of the top horror websites around the world. Dark Hoffman’s Posters and Artwork will be among of the brand New services offered by Marketing Macabre in 2023.

If you have a short film or feature film or any horror project in need of a professional Hollywood look,...
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  • 12/1/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Dark Hoffman partners with Marketing Macabre for Posters & Artwork
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Michael Joy has partnered with Digital Artist, Dark Hoffman to incorporate pro poster and artwork services into Marketing Macabre. Dark Hoffman has created 2D and 3D environmental digital paintings, set extensions, projections and production art in the film industry for the past 16 years. Dark Hoffman has an incredible resume of artwork for some of …

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  • 11/30/2022
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Head shot Actor Greg Tally.
Camp Pleasant Lake screen shots featuring Greg Tally and Mike Ferguson
Head shot Actor Greg Tally.
Camp Pleasant Lake screen shots featuring Greg Tally (Burmuda Island) and Mike Ferguson (Amityville Uprising).

An enterprising couple, ‘the Rutherfords’ who decide to open a horror camp on the abandoned camp property (Camp Pleasant Lake) where a young girl ‘Echo Meadows’ was kidnapped, and her parents were brutally murdered 20 years prior.

“I’m really thrilled to be a part of this trailer with Robert Lasardo, Michael Paré and so many other accomplished actors,” says Tally.

“Whoever edited this trailer, did a dynamite job telling a captivating story in a succinct way.” – Greg Tally

“Family is forever.

I’m stoked to be amongst these movie legends.” – Mike Ferguson

Camp Pleasant Lake stars Jonathan Lipnicki, Bonnie Arrons, and Michael Pare along with Andrew Divoff, Robert Lasardo, Christopher Sky, Devanny Pinn, Leila Almas Rose, Kelly Lynn Reiter, James Di Giacomo, Lacey Burdine, Maritza Brikisak, Mike Ferguson and Greg Tally.

Produced By: Jared Safier,...
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  • 10/16/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Official Trailer: Camp Pleasant Lake starring Jonathan Lipnicki, Bonnie Arrons, Greg Tally
Official Trailer release for Thomas Walton’s “Camp Pleasant Lake” starring Jonathan Lipnicki, Bonnie Arrons, and Greg Tally.

An enterprising couple, ‘the Rutherfords’ who decide to open a horror camp on the abandoned camp property (Camp Pleasant Lake) where a young girl ‘Echo Meadows’ was kidnapped, and her parents were brutally murdered 20 years prior.

Camp Pleasant Lake also stars Andrew Divoff, Robert Lasardo, Christopher Sky, Devanny Pinn, Mike Ferguson, Leila Almas Rose, Kelly Lynn Reiter, James Di Giacomo, Lacey Burdine, Maritza Brikisak, and Michael Pare.

Produced By: Jared Safier, Thomas Walton, David M. Parks

Written/Directed by:

Thomas Walton

Executive Producer

Jackson Everest

Associate Producer

Michael Joy

Production companies

Safier Entertainment

PhilaDreams Films

Lux Angeles Studios

Stag Mountain Films

Rmr Productions

Mahal Empire

Director of photography

David M. Parks

Editor

George Lambriodes

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  • 10/2/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Pay Or Die, 1980’s style horror comedy indiegogo campaign
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1980’s Style Horror Slasher Comedy, Pay To Die launches on Indiegogo.

This new film comes from the directing team of Shawn C Phillips and Lauren Francesca. Michael Joy (Manager of HorrorNewsNet) is Co-Executive Producer. Shawn, Lauren, and Michael have previously teamed together for the Christmas horror film, Mistletoe Massacre, and raised over 75k on Indiegogo.

Synopsis:

A group of filmmakers together making a horror movie are terrorized by a killer after hiring the wrong person for the job.

Pay To Die shoots late fall in in the Los Angles Area . Tentative dates are Sep 27th-Oct 5th.

Find out more on Indiegogo

www.indiegogo.com/projects/pay-to-die-horror-slasher-comedy-film?

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  • 8/13/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Michael Joy announced as Executive Producer for Horror Slasher Comedy, Pay To Die
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Horror Slasher Comedy, Pay To Die, announces Michael Joy (Manager of HorrorNewsNet) as Co-Executive Producer. This new film comes from the directing team of Shawn C Phillips and Lauren Francesca. Michael Joy has previous teamed up with the duo for the Christmas horror film, Mistletoe Massacre, and raised over 75k on Indiegogo. Synopsis: A group …

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  • 8/9/2022
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
The World Premiere of “Human Hibachi 2, Feast in The Forest” is Mouth Watering
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The world premiere of the cannibal cult classic sequel, Human Hibachi 2 took place at Playhouse West in Philadelphia, Pa on Saturday night, July 16, 2022.

Director, Mario Cerrito III was on hand along with the cast and here’s what a few of the actors had to say.

“It truly is a work of art in terms of how the movie is made. There are thrill, humor, horror and of course good twist in the story. It kept me glued to the screen from beginning to the end! Great sounds effects which playing off of our emotions as the story unfold.” -Wataru Nishida, “Jin”

“Mario Cerrito’s direction made the transformation from script to screen such an amazing experience that it reminded me why I wanted to be an actor.” -Ray Bolden, “Henry Hunt”

“Always a great experience working with Mario! He’s a director who knows what he needs...
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  • 7/22/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
Marketing Your Horror Film In 2022
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The year is 2022 and your horror film is lost in an over saturated horror market with little or no chance of being found. There is only one alternative and it goes by the name of Marketing Macabre.

Marketing Macabre is a horror boutique public relations company created to give independent filmmakers an affordable alternative. We focus on the importance of press releases to gain momentum and we work with some of the biggest genre websites in the world. Our mission is to get your project in front of your audience, the horror public – the most devoted fan base in all of entertainment.

For the first time ever, the choose is left in the capable hands of the filmmaker as you can get your marketing ala cart, or my customized packages, and even by a monthly rate.

There is something for every film need starting with press releases and enhanced with banner ads,...
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  • 7/20/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Camp Pleasant Lake Launches Crowd Funding Campaign
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Camp Pleasant Lake has launches a crowd funding campaign on Indiegogo. The film stars Felissa Rose (Sleepaway Camp) and Mike Ferguson (Amityvile Uprising) with more names to be announced.

Synopsis:

On Halloween weekend, 20 years ago at Camp Pleasant Lake, little Echo Meadows was kidnapped, and her parents were brutally murdered. In the aftermath, the camp was shut down and left abandoned. Now 20 years later, an enterprising couple, the Rutherford’s, have purchased the property and turned it into a horror camp. The theme for their grand opening is “Camp Of Terror”, where with the help of the counselors, who were the little campers 20 years earlier, they will be retelling and reliving the brutal murders. For an exorbitant sum, adults can come and witness the events that unfolded that fateful night. To lure in the new clientele, the Rutherford’s have been spreading a rumor that Echo comes back every year to get her revenge,...
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  • 7/20/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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David Perry joins Mike Ferguson & Felissa Rose on Camp Pleasant Lake
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“You cross paths with at least 20 killers in your lifetime and don’t even know it”

Well, this time you will…

David Perry of Scream Legacy joins the cast of Camp Pleasant Lake along with Felissa Rose, best known for the 1980’s cult horror classic, Sleepaway Camp and Mike Ferguson from Amityville Uprising and ShadowMarsh.

David Perry is hot of the fan film, Scream Legacy, which has racked up over 700k views.

Camp Pleasant Lake production begins August 29th, 2022 in Los Angeles. The film is directed by Thomas Walton, produced by Jared Safier with associate producer Michael Joy and executive producers Jackson Everest and Michael Mahal.

For more information:

https://www.facebook.com/CampofTerror/

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  • 7/9/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Michael Joy announced as producer on new horror film, Camp Pleasant Lake starring Felissa Rose
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Michael Joy is announced as associate producer for Thomas Walton’s Camp Pleasant Lake starring Felissa Rose and Mike Ferguson. An Indiegogo Campaign is set to launch on Friday, July 8th, 2022. Production begins August 29th, 2022 in Los Angeles. The film is directed by Thomas Walton, produced by Jared Safier with executive producers Jackson Everest …

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  • 7/3/2022
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Horror Works Productions LLC – Newly Formed Company From Horror-Asylum’s Michael Joy
Horror Works Productions LLC is a New Jersey based production company founded April 2022 by Mario Cerrito III, John Direnzo, and Michael Joy. They are bringing their individual talents together in filmmaking, acting, and marketing to create a next level horror brand. Mario Cerrito III is known for his directorial work on The Listing and [...]

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  • 4/28/2022
  • by Michael Joy
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Horror Works Productions – A New Production Company In New Jersey Has High Potential
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Horror Works Productions LLC is a New Jersey based production company founded April 2022 by Mario Cerrito III, John Direnzo, and Michael Joy. They are bringing their individual talents together in filmmaking, acting, and marketing to create a next level horror brand. Mario Cerrito III is known for his directorial work on The Listing and …

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  • 4/27/2022
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Lauren Francesca in Mistletoe Massacre
Mistletoe Massacre Launches Indiegogo Campaign
Lauren Francesca in Mistletoe Massacre
Shawn C Phillips’ 80s style horror comedy Mistletoe Massacre has launched it’s Indiegogo Campaign. This follows Shawn’s previous films, Amityville Shark House, Amityville Karen, Amityville Bigfoot, and Woods Witch. Youtube sensation, Lauren Francesca joins Shawn C Phillips to director Mistletoe Massacre. They previously co-directed Woods Witch together. Michael Joy (The House In The Pines, Holes [...]

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  • 3/12/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Michael Joy joins Shawn C Phillips’ Horror Comedy, Mistletoe Massacre
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Shawn C Phillips’ 80s style horror comedy Mistletoe Massacre has launched it’s Indiegogo Campaign. This follows Shawn’s previous films, Amityville Shark House, Amityville Karen, Amityville Bigfoot, and Woods Witch. Youtube sensation, Lauren Francesca joins Shawn C Phillips to director Mistletoe Massacre. They previously co-directed Woods Witch together. Michael Joy (The House In The Pines, Holes …

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  • 3/4/2022
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
Tom Malloy
Filmmaking Stuff Podcast: Horror Genre Marketing with Michael Joy
Tom Malloy
Filmmaking Stuff Podcast: Horror Genre Marketing with Michael Joy In this Filmmakingstuff interview, Tom Malloy talks with Michael Joy, the CEO of Marketing Macabre, a marketing company made specifically for marketing horror movies! Filmmaking Stuff Podcast Ep 233: Horror Movie Marketing With Michael Joy and Tom Malloy Marketing Macabre – a horror boutique public relations [...]

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  • 1/15/2022
  • by Michael Joy
  • Horror Asylum
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Michael Joy signs on as producer for “They Turned Us Into Killers”
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Michael Joy teams up again with Producer Jared Safier and Writer/Director Thomas Walton for the upcoming horror film, “They Turned US Into Killers”. This is the sequel to Room 9 which was released by Lionsgate earlier this year. The team of Safier, Walton, …

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  • 12/16/2021
  • by Mike Joy
  • Horror News
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