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“Horror in the 90s sucked!” It’s a phrase we have all heard. We may have even uttered it. While the 70s was a time for grimy experimentation that set the standards for decades to come, and the 80s were the heyday of franchise slashers, the 90s represented something completely different for horror fans. The slasher giants like Halloween and Friday the 13th were petering out and no new horror icons had risen to take their places. In the last few years of the decade, the slasher re-emerged via Scream and gave rise to the more clever, self-referencial horror cycle that carried us into the new millennium, but what about the years before that? Was horror truly the barren wasteland that so often gets moaned about?

No! No, it was not.

The 90s might have seen the deaths of Freddy, Jason and Michael, but it also saw the births of...

In 2019, what started as a crowdfunded project became a fully realized film when In Search of Darkness, directed by David Weiner, was released. It was another in a long line of documentaries that gather horror's biggest names to talk about the history of the genre in TV and cinema. Where In Search of Darkness set itself apart in such a familiar formula was how in depth it went. That first film was a whopping 264 minutes long, and became a favorite for hardcore horror fans. This led to In Search of Darkness: Part II in 2020, which focused more on the practical effects of the '80s, and 2022's In Search of Darkness: Part III, a celebration of straight-to-video horror.

“The Last Video Store,” a self-referential horror movie that debuted at Austin’s Fantastic Fest back in 2023, is finally headed to physical media. And we’ve got the exclusive trailer, which you can watch below. The Blu-ray is out on December 10 from Arrow Video.

Directed by Cody Kennedy and Tim Rutherford and written by Rutherford and Joshua Roach, the movie is described as a “love letter to video rental stores and the B-movie treasures that lined their walls.” The movie follows a young woman who, after her father passes, who brings his collection of VHS tapes to Blaster Video. Blaster Video is a throwback of a video store, run by Kevin, a friend of her father’s. Among the tapes is a dark and mysterious tape – could it have been the last thing that her father watched? Of course, it unleashes a bunch of monsters into the video store, which...

Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala's The Devil's Bath To Re-Release In Theaters Starting November 13: "In 1750 Austria, a deeply religious woman named Agnes has just married her beloved, but her mind and heart soon grow heavy as her life becomes a long list of chores and expectations. Day after day, she is increasingly trapped in a murky and lonely path leading to evil thoughts, until the possibility of committing a shocking act of violence seems like the only way out of her inner prison. Giving a voice to the invisible and unheard women of the rural past, The Devil’S Bath is based on historical court records about a shocking, hitherto unexplored chapter of European history."

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Stephen King's It miniseries was one of the great horror releases of the 90s, and still terrifies audiences more than 30 years after release. Featured within In Search of Darkness 1990-1994, we have an exclusive clip with director Tommy Lee Wallace, who talks about the world's fear of clowns, and bringing Pennywise to life with Tim Curry!

Ready to explore the best of ‘90s horror films and TV? In Search of Darkness 1990-1994, a five-plus-hour documentary featuring brand-new interviews with the greatest line-up of horror icons and experts, is now available to pre-order exclusively at 90sHorrorDoc.com until Midnight Halloween (Pacific Time) on October 31st, 2024. Audiences will have their last chance to have their names alongside their favorite horror icons in the credits!

From Creatorvc, the creative minds behind the In Search of Darkness ‘80s horror trilogy and Aliens Expanded documentary, In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994 delves into an...

Over the course of three In Search of Darkness documentary films, all of which were over four hours long (with one of them nearly reaching the six hour mark), director David Weiner did an incredible job of digging into the many great (and some not-so-great) horror movies that were released in the 1980s. There were still so many movies left uncovered that Weiner could circle back and continue looking into ’80s movies for years to come – but instead, he has decided to move forward into the ’90s with the upcoming documentary In Search of Darkness: 1990 – 1994. At the time, fans considered the horror genre to be in a lull, a downswing from the heights it reached in the ’80s. But with this movie, Weiner aims to point out that we did still get a lot of good horror movies during that time period. You can get a sample of the...

From the producers of the hit In Search of Darkness documentary franchise comes In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994, an all-new epic documentary that aims to be the ultimate celebration of the wacky world of 1990s horror. Horror icons John Carpenter, Heather Langenkamp, and Mike Flanagan lead the line-up of 40+ genre favorites who were interviewed for this in-depth re-assessment of the decade, and we’re debuting the official trailer this morning!

In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994, a five-plus-hour documentary featuring brand-new interviews with an incredible line-up of horror icons and experts, is now available to pre-order exclusively at 90sHorrorDoc.com until Midnight Halloween (Pacific Time) on October 31st, 2024. This is your last chance to have Your name alongside your favorite horror icons in the credits.

In Search of Darkness: 1990-1994 Purchase Options:

Isod: 1990-94 Blu-ray Package (including Blu-ray w/slipcase; 2 posters; sew-on patch; membership card; name in credits; digital...

In Search of Darkness celebrates 5th anniversary with Free 24-hour stream on YouTube: "Creatorvc, the minds behind smash-hit Aliens Expanded, announce a limited release of the original In Search of Darkness ‘80s horror documentary on Youtube for Free streaming for 24 hours on October 6, 2024, in celebration of the 5th anniversary of its world premiere at Beyond Fest. The Free stream begins at 12 midnight Est on October 6th, 2024 at midnight.

Their most popular film, In Search of Darkness is a deep dive into the horror hits from one of the most celebrated decades in genre film. Dubbed “a journey into iconic ‘80s horror,” the four-hour documentary features interviews with legendary filmmakers, writers, actors and special effects masters. Spanning one of the most impactful decades in genre film, the documentary includes Keith David (The Thing), Doug Bradley (Hellraiser), John Carpenter, Heather Langenkamp (A Nightmare on Elm Street) and many, many more.

The...

Earlier this year, we heard that Ian Nathan, author of Alien Vault, Terminator Vault, Stephen King at the Movies, The Legend of Mad Max, and books about filmmakers James Cameron, Ridley Scott, David Lynch, Steven Spielberg, Tim Burton, Wes Anderson, the Coen brothers, the Coppolas, Peter Jackson, Quentin Tarantino, and Clint Eastwood, is teaming up with Creatorvc, the production company behind documentaries like the In Search of Darkness trilogy, In Search of Tomorrow, and First Person Shooter to bring us a documentary called Aliens Expanded, a 4-hour examination of writer/director James Cameron’s 1986 classic Aliens. Digital copies of that documentary can be ordered at This Link – and now it has been announced that Nathan and Creatorvc are continuing their working relationship with The Thing Expanded, a documentary that aims to be the ultimate companion to John Carpenter’s The Thing!

Copies of The Thing Expanded are available for pre-order through TheThingExpanded.

John Carpenter's The Thing has been a staple in the sci-fi horror genre for decades with its stunning practical effects and chilling visuals. Now Creatorvc is heading back into the world of The Thing with a new documentary, The Thing Expanded. The documentary, directed by Ian Nathan, will offer an in-depth analysis of the film and will feature a brand new exclusive interview with John Carpenter himself, providing fans with new insights and new stories about the famous production.

The Thing Expanded will center on John Carpenter's personal stories, making it the definitive companion piece to the original film. The documentary will explore various aspects of the film, it's origins, influences and the broader universe it has inspired over the years. Fans can expect some of the information to be about the 2011 prequel, the videogame sequel, The Thing From Another World and John W. Cambell's novella Who Goes There?...

Creatorvc, the brains behind the hit documentaries Aliens Expanded and In Search of Darkness, are back with their latest venture, The Thing Expanded. This new documentary dives deep into every nook and cranny of John Carpenters 1982 sci-fi-horror classic, The Thing. And guess what? Fans can look forward to an exclusive, brand-new interview with the legendary John Carpenter himself. Directed by Ian Nathan and produced by Robin Block, David Weiner, and Josh Weiss, The Thing Expanded promises to be the ultimate companion to Carpenters chilling masterpiece. With the pre-sale running from August 8 to September 2, 2024, fans can get their names in the credits and join this thrilling journey by signing up now.

Creatorvc, the team behind the massively successful documentaries Aliens Expanded and In Search of Darkness, have launched pre-sales on The Thing Expanded this afternoon, and Bloody Disgusting has exclusively learned that the upcoming documentary will feature an exclusive, brand-new interview with legendary filmmaker John Carpenter.

Diving deep into the haunting world of Carpenter’s 1982 sci-fi-horror classic, director Ian Nathan is joined by producers Robin Block (Creatorvc), David Weiner (Creatorvc) and Josh Weiss (author of Syfy Wire’s extensive oral history of The Thing) as they embark on the ultimate fan-driven companion to The Thing.

The ultimate exploration of a cinematic classic, The Thing Expanded will be centered on an in-depth analysis led by none-other than John Carpenter himself. The documentary will include a wealth of memories, stories, facts, rabbit-hole tangents and theories about the 1982 film and its origins and influences that Carpenter fans demand, including discussion of the 2011 prequel, videogame sequel,...

Ian Nathan, author of Alien Vault, Terminator Vault, Stephen King at the Movies, The Legend of Mad Max, and books about filmmakers James Cameron, Ridley Scott, David Lynch, Steven Spielberg, Tim Burton, Wes Anderson, the Coen brothers, the Coppolas, Peter Jackson, Quentin Tarantino, and Clint Eastwood, is teaming up with Creatorvc, the production company behind documentaries like the In Search of Darkness trilogy, In Search of Tomorrow, and First Person Shooter to bring us a new documentary called Aliens Expanded, a 4-hour examination of writer/director James Cameron’s 1986 classic Aliens. Copies are available for pre-order through Aliens-Expanded.com, and they say if you get in your order before May 5th you’ll get your name in the credits. Digital copies are expected to be delivered in June, with physical copies shipping out in July.

Featuring interviews with Cameron, Aliens cast members Michael Biehn, Lance Henriksen, Mark Rolston, Jenette Goldstein,...

A brand new, extended interview with director James Cameron is the centerpiece of the groundbreaking documentary Aliens Expanded. Developed by the team behind In Search of Darkness, the documentary offers fans an exploration of the incredible film legacy of what many consider the greatest sequel ever — Cameron's 1986 classic, Aliens. Alongside interviews with actors Michael Biehn (who played Corporal Hicks) and Lance Henriksen (who played Bishop), among other cast and crew members, Aliens Expanded provides a unique scene-by-scene analysis of Aliens, with Cameron guiding the discussion. To mark the release, Collider is thrilled to show our readers an exclusive sneak peek at the film, which features an extended look at the iconic character of Vasquez, who was beloved for her strength and her zingers in putting down other soldiers. It features interviews with V. Castro, the author of Aliens Vasquez, James Cameron, Dr. Drea Letamendi, Jenette Goldstein (who played Vasquez) in the movie,...

In 2019, the documentary of 80s horror In Search of Darkness became an instant hit with horror fans. Now, a beautiful coffee table style companion book is available and is a must-own for all fans of one of horror’s greatest eras. The book is a walk down the horror aisle of the best mom and pop video store in the heyday of VHS, featuring full color photos, poster art, insightful essays and more. More than just a nostalgic throwback, In Search of Darkness is the kind of book I wish I’d had back in my years as a burgeoning horror fan but is also satisfying for the film fanatic I have become in the years since.

The format is beautifully and simply laid out, with at least a dozen (usually more) movies from each year of the decade presented in order of release accompanied by informative and insightful essays...

On this special 300th episode of Daily Dead's official podcast, co-host Derek Anderson is joined by authors and fellow co-hosts Heather Wixson and Patrick Bromley to discuss their new book In Search of Darkness: The Definitive Look at ’80s Horror, which is now available to pre-order from Am Ink Publishing (through their Dark Ink imprint) and is the official coffee table companion book to CreatorVC's In Search of Darkness documentary film series! Listen as Heather and Patrick talk about celebrating more than 140 horror films from the ’80s in their new book, including how they got involved with the project, writing about a wide variety of subgenres, spotlighting underappreciated horror movies in addition to popular releases from the ’80s, examining how the horror genre changed throughout the decade, and they curate their own marathons of ’80s horror films from their new book! Heather and Patrick also discuss their star-studded signing...

Bill & Ted star Alex Winter has shared that a fourth installment in the beloved science fiction comedy franchise is in early development.

During an interview on The Sarah O'Connell Show (via ComicBook.com), Winter revealed that they have been "tinkering with a fourth movie idea that all of us like, and the guys are going to write, so we'll see." He added, "It takes us time to get these things going, and we never want to do them unless they're great." While Winter doesn't disclose who "the guys" writing the screenplay are, he is most likely referring to Chris Matheson and Ed Solomon, the screenwriting duo who wrote the previous three films.

Related Back to the Future 4 Fan Trailer Imagines New Sequel Starring Tom Holland and Original Cast A new fan-made trailer casts Spider-Man franchise star Tom Holland in Back to the Future 4, which includes an interesting synopsis. The Bill & Ted Trilogy,...

Those who enjoyed the In Search of Darkness documentaries will no doubt be familiar with CreatorVC. They dipped their toes into the video game realm earlier this year with Fps: First Person Shooter, and have now decided to delve deeper into the horror side of things with TerrorBytes: The Evolution of Horror Gaming doc! TerrorBytes will “explore the rich history of horror in the video game world, unravelling the stories behind everything from its pixelated past to its newest nightmares.”

Touting never-before-seen interviews with “some of the incredible teams and individuals behind horror gaming’s most important titles,” the TerrorBytes documentary plans on bringing you a private tour through video game’s horror history, guided by the very people who created it. Those “individuals” include developers, composers, voice actors, artists and writers, who will detail “the secrets, techniques and fine details” that feed into the creation of horror gaming’s most atmospheric titles.

After shining a loving light on the amazing practical effects, iconic slashers, and powerful performances from ’80s horror films in three impressively extensive documentaries, the Creatorvc team is now turning their attention to the ’90s to celebrate the first half of a more forgotten decade of horror with In Search of Darkness: 1990–1994. Written and directed by David Weiner and executive produced by Robin Block, In Search of Darkness: 1990–1994 is now available to pre-order through Halloween, and we have a look at the documentary's official trailer!

Press Release: Los Angeles, CA - October 6, 2023: Creatorvc, the creators of the critically acclaimed In Search of Darkness '80s horror documentary trilogy, are entering a brand-new decade with their upcoming film In Search of Darkness: 1990 -1994, available for pre-order from October 6 through midnight Halloween at 90shorrordoc.com.

Explore the ‘90s with Legendary Icons & Experts: After 14+ hours and the greatest lineup of ’80s Horror talent ever assembled,...

Nancy Thompson is one of the great final girls in slasher history, overcoming Freddy Krueger while her friends ended up with knives through the chest and being tossed around bedroom walls. With just A Nightmare on Elm Street, portrayer Heather Langenkamp began getting call after call offering her other horror roles, but all of those were nothing more than, as she put it, a “Taco Bell burrito” – and she means that in a bad way!

Appearing on Michael Rosenbaum’s Inside of You podcast (via MovieWeb), Heather Langenkamp said her love for her trademark character actually helped keep her away from the spotlight, despite the success of A Nightmare on Elm Street. “Like there’s never as good a part as Nancy. It would just be hard to do that. It’d be like, you know, having this great meal with everything there, and then you go and have a Taco Bell burrito.

One of my most prized possessions in my horror collection is a signed copy of Gunnar Hansen’s Chain Saw Confidential: How We Made the World's Most Notorious Horror Movie, and although it's been out of print for several years, I'm thrilled that many more readers will now get to experience Gunnar's insightful book, as Chain Saw Confidential has now been officially rereleased in hardcover, paperback, and eBook by Dark Ink.

We have official release details and a look at the cover art below, and in case you missed it, Dark Ink is teaming up with CreatorVC to publish the In Search of Darkness coffee table companion book written by Heather Wixson and Patrick Bromley!

In honor of Chainsaw Massacre Day, Dark Ink, the publisher that released Kane Hodder and Tom Savini’s biographies along with the upcoming In Search of Darkness book, is Honored to announce that they will...

In honor of Texas Chain Saw Massacre Day, Dark Ink, the publisher that released Kane Hodder and Tom Savini’s biographies along with the upcoming In Search of Darkness book, has announced that they are rereleasing the late Gunnar Hansen’s book, Chain Saw Confidential: How We Made the World’s Most Notorious Horror Movie.

Released in 2013, Gunnar’s beloved book has been out of print for half a decade, making it almost impossible to get. “Having talked to Gunnar many times about his book and writing before his passing, I am utterly honored to be getting Chainsaw back out there for fans to honor his legacy and the film that changed the world. We could not be happier having his book alongside his friends and colleagues titles. We plan to keep it available for fans for generations to come,” said Michael Aloisi, owner of Dark Ink.

With a new...

With its three installments, In Search of Darkness has become the definitive ’80s horror documentary, covering one of the most important decades in horror cinema and featuring the actors, writers, and directors from some of your favorite horror movies. I'm thrilled to reveal that Dark Ink and CreatorVC have teamed up for an In Search of Darkness coffee table companion book, featuring an extensive look at over 200 movies, written by Heather Wixson and Patrick Bromley (and edited by Derek Anderson)! Now available for pre-order, we have all the details and a look at the trailer below:

Dark Ink, the publisher that released Kane Hodder and Tom Savini’s biographies along with dozens of other film and horror titles, is thrilled to announce that they partnered with CreatorVC to release a coffee table companion book of their amazing documentary film series, In Search of Darkness.

Written by horror experts Heather Wixson and Patrick Bromley,...

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A week ago, genre fans descended upon San Diego Comic-Con to catch glimpses of films from Marvel and DC. Even those who didn’t attend were treated to trailers released online, instantly available in this glutenous age of fandom when publications — including this one — cover the ins and outs of sci-fi, superhero and horror films.

But back in the 1980s, audiences had to be patient. They had to wait, having nothing more than a movie poster to whet their appetites. Title. Tagline. Image. That was it, until the trailer eventually arrived (also in theaters).

The new documentary In Search of Darkness dives into the biggest ’80s sci-fi movies, and along the way it explores the way the theater lobby helped build anticipation for films such as The Wrath of Khan, Blade Runner and more.

The documentary hails from director David Weiner, a veteran...

"That was extraordinary filmmaking, man." This documentary is finally releasing soon! Check it out. We've been posting a new trailer every year over the last few years for this 80s nostalgia documentary In Search of Tomorrow, and it's finally out in April. Journalist / filmmaker David A. Weiner's follow-up to his doc about 80s horror In Search of Darkness, this focuses on the treasure trove of science fiction films made in the 80s. "A five-hour-long retrospective of '80s sci-fi movies featuring interviews with actors, directors, writers, SFX experts, and composers." This epic, four minute new trailer features a sampling of interviews spliced with footage from all of your 80s favorites including Star Trek, The Last Starfighter, Bill & Ted, Flight of the Navigator, Tron, Bttf, Weird Science, Starman, Innerspace, and many others. I hope this will be worth the wait! As long as the interviews are good, it should be worthwhile.

All good things must come to an end and the fabulous super documentary horror series, In Search of Darkness from Creatorvc and director David Weiner, is no exception. Fans can preserve the legacy by pre-ordering their copy of the last installment in the franchise at the film’s website. Weiner’s exploration of the golden age of chillers offers four plus hours of deeper cuts that shine the spotlight on hidden genre gems of the 1980s. This particular incarnation in the super doc saga focuses on those straight to VHS flicks that bring back fond memories of spending Friday nights at the local video store. If you love practical effects, gore and inventive kills, then this last chapter in the In Search of Darkness trilogy is for...

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After years of reading his thought-provoking work as a horror journalist, I was thrilled to hear the exciting news that Jonathan Barkan will direct Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary. Spotlighting the positive impact that horror can have on people that live with mental illness, this vital documentary is now available to support on Kickstarter, and we've been provided with an exclusive clip featuring insightful reflections from Abhora, a talented artist and contestant on the second season of The Boulet Brothers' Dragula.

You can check out the exclusive clip and official press release below, and to learn more about Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary, visit Kickstarter and the documentary's official website!

We're also happy to exclusively announce the following people will be joining the documentary cast: Dragpool, Carlos Baena (LA Noria), Molly Henery, and Tristan Risk!

Jonathan Barkan has teamed up with producer Andrew Hawkins to create Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary,...

Over the last few years, we've seen an uptick in horror documentaries, looking at very important aspects of horror that may often be overlooked. I'm very excited to see Jonathan Barkan and Andrew Hawkins (and an excellent team of producers and contributors) moving forward with Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary, which will take a look at the positive impact that horror can have on people that live with mental illness.

Due out in 2022, and with an upcoming Kickstarter, here's the official announcement:

Jonathan Barkan has teamed up with producer Andrew Hawkins to create Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary, a feature-length documentary about the positive impacts and cathartic releases that horror can have on those living with mental illnesses. The documentary is currently in production and will be shooting through 2021 with an anticipated Q1 2022 world premiere.

Mental Health and Horror: A Documentary will feature interviews from horror fans, film critics,...

"There will never be another time like it. Ever." More 80s sci-fi!! A second promo trailer has launched for the nostalgia documentary In Search of Tomorrow, journalist / filmmaker David A. Weiner's follow-up to his doc about 80s horror called In Search of Darkness. In Search of Tomorrow focuses on the treasure trove of science fiction films made in the 80s. "A four-hour-plus retrospective of '80s sci-fi movies featuring interviews with actors, directors, writers, SFX experts, and composers." We featured a trailer last year, but now they've got over 75+ interviews taped, and tons of stories / revelations. This trailer features just a taste of the interviews spliced with footage from all of your favorites including Star Trek, The Last Starfighter, Bill & Ted, Flight of the Navigator, Tron, Earth Girls Are Easy, Weird Science, Starman, Innerspace, and many others. They're running one last Indiegogo campaign with final plans to release in December this year.

After taking viewers on a walk down the macabre memory lane of ’80s horror cinema with the documentary In Search of Darkness (now streaming on Shudder), CreatorVC is giving fans of ’80s sci-fi a similar experience to look forward to with the new documentary In Search of Tomorrow, which now has a new trailer, additional interviewees, and an Indiegogo campaign!

Below, we have the official press release and trailer with additional details on In Search of Tomorrow, and be sure to visit the documentary's official Indiegogo page to learn more!

Press Release: Los Angeles, CA - April 8th, 2021 -- In Search of Tomorrow, the long-form documentary about ‘80s sci-fi movies from Creatorvc, has recruited director Ivan Reitman (Ghostbusters I & II), producer Gale Anne Hurd, actor Peter Weller, and more talent for in-depth interviews looking back on the extensive, beloved era of genre film. Executive produced by Robin Block and written...

The team behind the successful 80s horror documentaries In Search of Darkness is back but instead of looking into the world of horror, they have created an encyclopedia for '80s sci-fi movies with In Search of Tomorrow. The first trailer has dropped and it's going to be a must-have for science fiction fans. Creatorvc has recruited director Ivan Reitman, producer Gale Anne Hurd, actor…...

Shudder is pulling out all the shivery stops to commemorate the startling fact that we are exactly halfway to the most beloved date on any horror fan’s calendar, Halloween. Yes, that’s right, this month (April) is the six-month mark and the world’s scariest streaming outlet is celebrating with “Halfway to Halloween,” a massive slate of programming that begins on April 1 and continues throughout the rest of the month.

This is no April Fool’s joke (although we have some if you want). Shudder is rolling out a brand new batch of exclusive and/or original programming, including the second season of its acclaimed Creepshow series, the premiere of a new series of original short films called Deadhouse Dark, the highly anticipated sequel to its In Search of Darkness documentary, the return of The Last Drive-in with Joe Bob Briggs, and the 2021 Fangoria Chainsaw Awards.

But wait, the...

Anyone who was left wanting more after watching the acclaimed horror documentary In Search of Darkness is going to love the official sequel. A follow-up to the acclaimed documentary, In Search of Darkness: Part II features over four hours of interviews with some of the genre's biggest stars to further explore the golden age of horror. A hell of a ride from start to finish, horror fans will still be left wanting more when the credits roll, as was the case with the original movie.

Several new horror stars appear in In Search of Darkness: Part II with the sequel bringing in a slew of top names like Robert Englund, Tom Savini, Nancy Allen, Linnea Quigley, and Clancy Brown. The dozens of horror personalities featured in the first movie are also back for more insight into other cult classics from the 80s, with new interview footage with John Carpenter, Heather Langenkamp,...

The sequel is as essential to the tradition of horror as shocking gore and a monster you love to fear. Where would we be without the certainty that the killer will pop back up for one final scare? As the definitive work on the horror genre, it only makes sense that In Search of Darkness: Part II would return with a vengeance and what a thrill it is.

You’d think that four hours of content in the first In Search of Darkness would sufficiently cover horror, but director David Weiner would beg to differ. In an equally massive expansion and continuation of the first film, Part II chronologically explores ’80s horror through a documentary funhouse of movements and interests that influenced the greats of the genre. Even though the documentary remains tightly focused on the horror films of the ’80s, In Search of Darkness: Part II puts in the...

In Search Of Darkness: Part II: "In Search of Darkness: Part II, the sequel to the worldwide ‘80s horror documentary hit In Search of Darkness from Creatorvc, will be available to the public for a limited-time flash sale from February 5th through midnight Valentine’s Day, February 14th 2021 at 80sHorrorDoc.com.

Building on the hit 2019 superdoc that Forbes called “a scary good magnum opus,” In Search of Darkness: Part II dives deeper into the fabled practical-effects decade of iconic and eclectic ‘80s horror movies that changed the course of film history. Packed with over four hours of brand-new interviews, including such legendary horror icons as Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street), Nancy Allen (Dressed to Kill), Linnea Quigley (The Return of the Living Dead), and special-effects wizard Tom Savini (Friday the 13th), Part II features 15 new faces alongside 40-plus returning members of the original In Search of Darkness...

Building on the successful 2019 superdoc that Forbes called “a scary good magnum opus” (94% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes), In Search of Darkness: Part II dives deeper into the practical-effects decade of ‘80s horror movies with over four hours of brand-new interviews, featuring such legendary horror icons as Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise), Nancy Allen , Linnea Quigley, and special-effects wizard Tom Savini. Alongside 15 new faces, the original cast of In Search of Darkness also returns to delve into more fan-favorite titles and eclectic entries of ‘80s horror, year-by-year, expanding the scope to cover more international releases and to spotlight horror-career retrospectives.

In the spirit of Halloween and in anticipation of the films looming pre-order cut-off date, we sat down with In Search of Darkness: Part II‘s writer & director David Weiner…

I know the new film, In Search of Darkness: Part II, is coming soon. What can we expect...

The first installment of David Weiner’s behemoth of a documentary, In Search of Darkness, instantly distinguished itself as a definitive exploration of ’80s horror and a “temple to the genre gods.” In case four-and-a-half hours and discussions of roughly 80 horror films didn’t satisfy your bloodlust, David Weiner is back with his upcoming continuation, In Search of Darkness: Part II.

Daily Dead recently had the distinct pleasure of sitting down with Weiner to get some insight into that special kind of madness that compels someone to undertake such a huge project… again. In our conversation, David Weiner discusses his personal relationship with the horror genre, memorable moments from the creation of both films, and offers his expert opinion on the perfect Halloween double feature!

In our communication, setting up this interview, one of the things that we touched on is that you and I are both involved in a torrid love affair…...

In her five-star review, Caitlin Kennedy called the ’80s horror documentary In Search of Darkness "a temple to the genre gods," so we're especially thrilled that the CreatorVC team is back to dive even deeper into the palpable practical effects, blood-soaked slashers, and bold Italian horror of the ’80s with In Search of Darkness: Part II, which is now available to pre-order with some ghoulish goodies in store for horror fans who order by midnight on Halloween.

Below, you can check out the trailer and additional details for In Search of Darkness: Part II (which once again features Daily Dead Managing Editor Heather Wixson as one of the interviewees), and to learn more, visit:

http://80shorrordoc.com/dailydead

The ultimate ‘80s Horror retrospective just got Bigger. In Search of Darkness: Part II is a four-hour-plus sequel to the most celebrated horror documentary in history, featuring 15 new interviewees and 40+ returning favorites.

Featuring: Tom Atkins, Doug Bradley, John Bloom, John Carpenter, Stuart Gordon, Joe Dante, Mick Garris, Nick Castle, Heather Langenkamp | Written and Directed by David A. Weiner

I do love a documentary. I love a horror documentary, too, and so when I signed up to Shudder I couldn’t resist a chance to check out In Search of Darkness. An epic, four hour and twenty minute long look at 80s horror films, this is a phenomenal film, a love-letter to the genre we love so dearly, the genre that has given us nightmares and excited us with blood and guts for our lifetimes.

Director and writer David A. Weiner has compiled a mass of interviewees here as we make our way through the 1980s as various actors, directors, fans and horror creators discuss a whole tapestry of films. From John Carpenter, Stuart Gordon, Joe Dante, Mick Garris and various other directors,...

At 256 minutes, you would think that the 80s horror documentary In Search Of Darkness would have covered just about everything from the decade but CreatorVC is returning to the world of 80s horror with In Search Of Darkness: Part II. The sequel documentary has released its first trailer and it's kicking off with a pre-sale campaign that launched October 6th and will run through midnight Halloween, October 31st, 2020. In Search Of Darkness: Part II plans…...

They're baaaack! CreatorVC returns to the 80s horror genre with In Search of Darkness: Part II, the sequel to the worldwide hit In Search of Darkness, with a pre-sale campaign launching October 6th through midnight Halloween, October 31st, 2020.

Building on the successful 2019 superdoc, In Search of Darkness: Part II dives deeper into the practical-effects decade of 80s horror movies with over four hours of brand-new interviews, featuring such legendary horror icons as Robert Englund (A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise), Nancy Allen, Linnea Quigley, and special-effects wizard Tom Savini. Alongside 15 new faces, the original cast of In Search of Darkness also returns to delve into more fan-favorite titles and eclectic entries of '80s horror, year-by-year, expanding the scope to cover more international releases and to spotlight horror-career retrospectives.

Plus, CreatorVC is going beyond the documentary itself with a unique, 12-month interactive experience, offering exclusive access to horror fans to...

Horror is in a class all its own, as we adoring fans know so well. Horror creates a film experience that can’t be replicated in any other space. Horror sits on the razor’s edge of innovation, making note of the line of decency before dancing across it. Politically, culturally, and in its very construction, horror is a bold and brassy corner of the film world. In Search of Darkness offers one of the most comprehensive journeys into every lovely facet of the genre, with over four hours of history and commentary to get swept up in!

In Search of Darkness chronologically investigates the best of the horror genre, from major theatrical releases to straight-to-video treasures, through its Golden Age, the 1980s. If it’s a subject that horror touches, it’s lovingly turned over and explored with all the care of an art historian and the fervor of the ultimate fan.

Now with the month of June pretty much in our rearview, it’s time to look forward to a new month of VOD and Digital releases headed our way throughout the month of July. There’s a lot of great content coming out over the next few weeks, so even though most movie theaters won’t be open, you’ll still have plenty of stuff to keep you entertained from the comfort of your own home.

Some of the highlights for July’s Digital and VOD releases include Homewrecker and Belzebuth on July 7th (the latter had previously been streaming exclusively on Shudder until now), The Beach House on July 9th, Relic on July 10th (this debut from Natalie Erika James was one of my favorite films out of Sundance 2020), the cult classic Rad, which has several digital release dates in July, Joko Anwar’s Impetigore on July 23rd (another...

Looking to add some scares to your summer that you can enjoy from the great indoors? Shudder has you covered this July with an eclectic set of horror films both old and new, including the first three Sleepaway Camp movies, all three Maniac Cop films, the ’80s horror documentary In Search of Darkness, The Beach House, The Burning, The Return of the Living Dead, and more!

Below, you can check out the full list of titles coming to Shudder in the Us this July, and be sure to visit Shudder's website to learn more about the streaming service and their scary good lineup!

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In this fresh spin on a demonic possession story, Joong-Su, an exorcist, must face a demon he tragically failed to defeat in the past when it targets his brother’s family next. The demon assumes the form of different family members to sow confusion and distrust,...

Well. Here we are. Almost half way through the year of the suck. For everything we have been through and yet to get through it is good to know that the folks at Shudder have plenty of distractions lined up for us in July. There are plenty of good ones coming up. Leading the pack is the Korean possession flick Metamorphosis, Jeffrey A. Brown's debut horror flick The Beach House, Nini Bull Robsahm's mystery horror Lake of Death and Joko Anwar's latest Impetigore! And if time is something that you have plenty of the four hour documentary about 80s horror flicks, In Search of Darkness, should fill in some gaps. Two classic horror series Maniac Cop and Sleepaway Camp are coming along with...

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Paranormal Activity is a tiny movie that had a huge impact on the entertainment industry. Not only did it become one of the most profitable films in Hollywood history after making almost $200 million on a $350,000 budget and help popularize the found footage genre, but it was a major early success for Jason Blum’s Blumhouse Productions. They’ve since gone on to shape the world of modern horror cinema, the highlight of all this being the incredible Get Out.

Despite that success, though, the franchise has been dormant since 2015’s Paranormal Activity: The Ghost Dimension. Last year, however, we began to hear that a new entry in the series was being developed and now, Blum has been opening up about it a bit and said he’d love to bring back series star Katie Featherston for the pic.

“We’re gonna do the movie. We’re developing the movie, but...

In Search of Tomorrow is nostalgic journey through '80s sci-fi films, exploring their impact and relevance today, told by the artists who made them and by those who were inspired to turn their visions into reality.

"This documentary will be our love-letter to the Sci-Fi films we grew up with; the films that dared to ask, 'what if?' and offered us a vision of future technology, society, and culture that simultaneously delighted, amazed and scared us."

In Search of Tomorrow is directed by journalist / cinephile / filmmaker David A. Weiner, following up his other nostalgia documentary In Search of Darkness (about 80s horror films) previously.

Produced by Jessica Dwyer and David A. Weiner; exec produced by Robin Block.

After taking viewers on a walk down the macabre memory lane of ’80s horror cinema with the documentary In Search of Darkness (coming to Shudder later this year), CreatorVC is now giving fans of ’80s sci-fi a similar experience to look forward to with the new documentary In Search of Tomorrow. Although its main focus is on sci-fi films of the ’80s, there are still plenty of insightful scares examined in the new documentary, as the latest trailer highlights the documentary's inclusion of many memorable movies from the horror/sci-fi subgenre.

From Aliens and Invaders From Mars (1986) to Predator and The Thing, the new In Search of Tomorrow trailer shows what happened when horror and sci-fi collided to create iconic cinema moments and masterful practical effects.

Here's what writer/director/producer David Weiner had to say about the horror sci-fi elements of In Search of Tomorrow:

"Eighties Sci-Fi was packed with memorable horror-crossover elements,...

"I've seen things you people wouldn't believe...!" Get ready to go back to the 80s! A full-length promo trailer has debuted for the remembrance documentary In Search of Tomorrow, journalist / filmmaker David A. Weiner's follow-up to his doc about 80s horror called In Search of Darkness. In Search of Tomorrow is all about the iconic science fiction films made in the 80s. "A four-hour-plus retrospective of ‘80s sci-fi movies featuring interviews with actors, directors, writers, SFX experts, and composers." The doc film will explore a wide range of topics and issues, including film production & worldbuilding, genre mixing, social / political context, SFX, and more. This new trailer features a bunch of clips & footage from all of your favorite 80s sci-fi classics: Blade Runner, E.T., Star Trek, Tron, Back to the Future, WarGames, Star Wars, Aliens, Bill & Ted, The Thing, Ghostbusters, Mad Max, and plenty more. So many superb films from the 80s!

After taking viewers on a walk down the macabre memory lane of ’80s horror cinema with the documentary In Search of Darkness (coming to Shudder later this year), CreatorVC is now giving fans of ’80s sci-fi a similar experience to look forward to with the new documentary In Search of Tomorrow. Featuring interviews with more than 40 (and counting) notable actors, directors, writers, special effects artists, and composers who helped bring iconic ’80s sci-fi films to life In Search of Tomorrow has launched its official Kickstarter campaign.

Running until midnight Pst on May 17th, the Kickstarter campaign for In Search of Tomorrow includes seven support platforms, and not only allows sci-fi fans to support the documentary, but also become a part of its immersive celebration of ’80s sci-fi cinema, including a Discord community that will allow supporters to participate in watch parties and Q&As with special guests from the documentary.