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The days are shorter, the mornings are crisper and Halloween is right around the corner. That can mean only one thing: It's time once again for SplatterFest, Houston's premier horror film fest.

Now in its third year, SplatterFest is the brainchild of filmmakers Kerry Beyer and Kelly Byrns. But this year, Byrns and Beyer have made their SplatterFest even bigger and better than ever. I know what you're thinking — after last year's ultra-groovy Bruce Campbell orgy-a-thon, how is that even possible?

Here's how: SplatterFest 2012 has expanded and created AmazingFest, destined to be one of the Southwest's top pop culture conventions, for a trip back to the days of shoulder pads, parachute pants and mullets...oh yes, my friends, SplatterFest is headed to the 1980s. And the guest of honor will be none other than that close, personal friend of Molly Ringwald and ultimate king of the geeks: the one, the only Farmer Ted.

The entries are in and the votes have been tabulated. I will now announce the two awesome, clever winners of the Planet Fury/SplatterFest 2011 Oasis of Terror Contest.

But first, I want to extend a hearty thanks to Kerry Beyer and Kelly Burns Smith, the perpetual motion machine that keeps SplatterFest running. They've been most gracious and have shown Planet Fury a lot of consideration this year. What they've done down in Houston is pretty cool. Besides being two of the nicest and most attractive people in Southeast Texas (seriously, you should see them), they are also two of the most committed people…or they are two of the most often committed people — I always mix that up. Whatever. Kelly and Kerry don't seem too dangerous, and after watching them in action, I appreciate all the sleep they sacrifice to make SplatterFest happen. They are truly the keepers of the flame.

It's been a frighteningly entertaining week down in the Bayou City. SplatterFest — Houston's leading horror film festival — is in full swing, delivering eerie entertainment to an eager Southeast Texas audience. But, sadly, it all ends tonight.

Since Tuesday, hundreds of horror and genre fans have flooded the Alamo Drafthouse for a nonstop cinematic menu of horrific exploitation fare garnished with a side of special guests.

After kicking off with two straight nights of horror shorts created specifically for the event, SplatterFest presented the world premieres of the rape/revenge flick Cherry Bomb and the faux-documentary Humans vs. Zombies.

Last night belonged to legendary genre vet Michael Biehn and his lovely wife, actress/producer Jennifer Blanc-Biehn, who is Michael's partner in every sense of the word. The couple was at SplatterFest to support two special films. The evening opened with a showing of the Biehns' new badass grindhouse thriller, The Victim,...

If you're anywhere near Houston, Texas, during the next week and want to have a little scary fun, I've got one word for you: SplatterFest.

As Houston's premier juried horror film festival, SplatterFest is without a doubt a leading light in the Gulf Coast regional horror community. And tonight, at Houston's Alamo Drafthouse West Oaks, SplatterFest begins a five-night run of 29 short films and 5 features, which culminates in a Saturday night screening of Sam Raimi's Evil Dead trilogy, featuring special guest Bruce Campbell.

Founded by the multi-talented team of Kelly Burns Smith and Kerry Beyer, SplatterFest has become quite a big deal, which is pretty impressive considering the fest is only in its second year. Kerry and Kelly are well-known on the Houston filmmaking scene and have dedicated themselves to creating a horror festival that serves the local artistic community as much as the everyday horror fan.

SplatterFest kicks off tonight at 7:30 p.

Wow what a weekend we all had at Comicpalooza 2011! I want to personally give a huge thank you to John Simons, Jody Pitts and the entire Comicpalooza team for everything!

I was honored to be a guest at Comicpalooza and represent GeekTyrant, the revived green ooze that is Alien Bee, Crocaloctopus and some of the movie projects I'm invloved in.  I had a blast hosting the "How to be a Horror/Sci-fi blogger" panel with Marc Bernardin from Syfy, Blastr and EW. Our people in the audience were great and had some cool questions and I even had a little swag for them! Surprise!

So much going on at the George R. Brown Convention Center, wow that thing is huge! The largest convention center I've been in so far and I've made my rounds too! We stayed at the Hilton Americas which is connected to the Grb. Big shout out to the Hilton team,...

Hey peeps! Our Geek Babes of the Month are getting attention and exposure! Kelly Burns Smith who was our very first has a new fillm called Jacob and we have some news on where the movie will have its world premiere and I kinda hope I'm there for that! Scroll down for some more cool images from the film!

Geektyrant’S “ Geek Babe Of The Month” Kelly Burns Smith Scortches The Screen In “Jacob”

Houston, TX – 4/15/11 – The only thing hotter than a Texas summer is Texas women – and two of them set the new thriller Jacob ablaze. Starring Kelly Burns Smith (Code Of Evil, The Toy Box) and Roxy Vandiver (Spirit Camp, Sweatshop), Jacob is a brutal tale of revenge, as a mentally challenged brother sets out to avenge his sister’s tragic death.

Written and directed by Larry Wade Carrell, who also stars, and produced by Odyssee Pictures, Jacob will...

What does Code Of Evil have in common with Transformers and GI Joe?

Frederic Doss… A war veteran and true “American Hero,” serving his country as an Air Force captain in Afghanistan. Doss has appeared in Transformers, GI Joe: Rise Of Cobra, USA’s In Plain Sight, and the Emmy winning Breaking Bad. The Code Of Evil team is excited to welcome him aboard!

Written and directed by Kerry Beyer (Spirit Camp), Code Of Evil is a Sci-Fi/Horror that follows a band of misfits trapped on a hostile alien planet - unknowingly holding the fate of mankind in their survival. Brittney Karbowski (Soul Eater), Kelly Burns Smith (The Toy Box), Kerry Beyer (Walker Texas Ranger), and John Lansch (Chase) are also attached to star.

Currently casting, production will begin summer 2011. For more information visit http://codeofevil.com

A pre-production trailer is available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

How about this! We have us a "Geek Babe of the Month" now and our very first one is Kelly Burns Smith sporting her Alien Bee t-shirt.! It's true, Kelly is easy on the eyes but did you know this girl acts, produces and is co-founder of Splatterfest? Heck yeah, she's got the brains and the looks!

Got A Thing For Red-heads?

Kelly Burns Smith scorches up the screen in the upcoming Sci-Fi/Horror Code Of Evil, directed by Spirit Camp squad leader Kerry Beyer. This fiery red-head steamed up the indie world earlier this year with her debut in the soon to be released The Toy Box.

Beauty and brains in a petite package, Kelly is also co-founder of Splatterfest – a competition where filmmakers have a weekend to write, shoot and edit a horror short. Last year’s event produced 17 short films, 2000 fans in attendance, and a grand prize...

by Seth Metoyer, MoreHorror.com

An upcoming Sci-Fi/Horror film called Code Of Evil has been creating some internet buzz lately, and we've got the details for you below. From the trailer, this looks to be a pretty balls out movie with some decent 3D effects going on, making it already feels like we are in for quite a ride. Be sure to check out the Pre-Production trailer below the official details and keep an eye out for further information about the film when they become available.

About Code Of Evil

Will a convicted killer really save the human race? Code Of Evil is an intergalactic Sci-Fi/Horror adventure of epic proportions – a classic tale of good vs. evil. Written and directed by award winning filmmaker Kerry Beyer (Spirit Camp), Code Of Evil follows a band of escaped convicts struggling to survive a hostile alien planet – little do they know...

"There's no escape from Hell!" but what I actually mean is there's a cool new movie being made! Director Kerry Beyer who brought us the very cool 80's throwback slasher Spirit Camp has been secretly working on his next film entitled Code Of Evil. If the new trailer and stills below are any sign Beyer and his team have another cool film headed our way! From the Press Release:

“Code Of Evil” Terrorizes The Galaxy!

Houston, TX – 2/22/11 – Will a convicted killer really save the human race? Code Of Evil is an intergalactic Sci-Fi/Horror adventure of epic proportions – a classic tale of good vs. evil. Written and directed by award winning filmmaker Kerry Beyer (Spirit Camp), Code Of Evil follows a band of escaped convicts struggling to survive a hostile alien planet – little do they know the fate of mankind rests in their hands.

Casting has begun and info is available at http://codeofevil.