Actor turned – well turning – director Jason Connery is the latest to helm a flick that focuses on the infamous Area 51. Aptly titled, “51″. The sci-fi horror piece has hit the Syfy channel and is available through On-Demand services at the moment. Some are embracing it for what it is, while the rest are giving it the usual low-budget, made for television labeling. Funny thing is, that is what director Jason Connery was apparently going for in some respects. Numerous films have touched upon Area 51. So I was curious if Connery is trying to evolve this storyline or just have the same mindless fun that audiences have…

Read our exclusive interview director Partrik Syversen, who helmed the upcoming horror movie ‘Prowl.’ The film is being released theatrically as part of this year’s After Dark Films’ Horrorfest, more commonly known as the 8 Films to Die For film festival, on January 28, 2011. The movie will then premiere on DVD, On Demand and Digital Download on March 29. The director, who has made a name for himself helming, writing and editing such horror movies as ‘Manhunt,’ discusses with us, among other things, why he was attracted to ‘Prowl’ and what differentiates the film from other horror movies. Shockya (SY): Your upcoming horror movie, ‘Prowl,’ follows a small-town girl,…

It is that time of year again. After Dark Films is set to release its next batch of original horror flicks in theaters across the country. Eight flicks – attempting to bring in a refreshing take on the genre – will unveil on January 28th in select markets. Great thing about the After Dark studio, they find filmmakers and actors who are passionate about the genre. Sure the money is always welcomed, yet many of the cast and crew truly love creating in this realm. One of the releases is titled “Seconds Apart.” The story focuses on a twins Seth and Jonah (Gary & Edmund Entin) who have telekinetic abilities….

Read our exclusive interview with horror screenwriter Tim Tori, who scripted the upcoming After Dark Originals film ‘Prowl.’ The movie is scheduled to open in a limited theatrical release on Friday, January 28, as part of the studio’s annual Horrorfest, more commonly known as its 8 Films to Die For Film Festival. Tori discusses with us, among other things, where he came up with the idea for ‘Prowl’ and what it’s been like working with After Dark. Shockya (SY): ‘Prowl’ follows the story of main character Amber and her friends as they travel to their new apartment in the big city. They discover the driver they accept a ride from…

Los Angeles, CA (March 11, 2010) – Building on the success and brand awareness of the After Dark Horrorfest 8 Films To Die For brand, After Dark Films, in cooperation with Lionsgate and NBC Universal’s Syfy, has created a new series, After Dark Originals (ADO). Tapping into the vast and innovative talent of directors and filmmakers from Horrorfest’s acquisitions over the past 4 years, After Dark has taken the horror festival concept to a higher level. After Dark Originals showcases eight new cutting edge horror films spanning the genre. The mission is to create high quality horror films that provide After Dark full control from script concept through final editing….

Check out the official Horrorfest 4 movie poster for the upcoming film “The Reeds” written by Chris Baker and Simon Sprackling from a story by Chris Baker, directed by Nick Cohen and starring Anna Brewster, O.T. Fagbenle, Will Mellor, Danny Caltagirone, Scarlett Johnson and Emma Catherwood. Geoff Bell appears as Mr. Croker. Synopsis: In THE REEDS, a weekend boating trip through the Norfolk Broads becomes a deadly ordeal for six 20-something year old friends who lose their bearings in the vast reedy tidewaters. Chances of escape and hopes for survival diminish as inexplicable forces terrorize the lost and terrified group. Stay tuned to Shockya.com for the latest from “The Reeds”.

Los Angeles, CA (December 18, 2009) – THE REEDS, the seventh pick for After Dark Films Horrorfest 4, was announced today by ADF CEO Courtney Solomon. The national film festival opens January 29, 2010, for one-week in 25 markets. THE REEDS was written by Chris Baker and Simon Sprackling from a story by Chris Baker. Nick Cohen directs a cast of young actors, including Anna Brewster, O.T. Fagbenle, Will Mellor, Danny Caltagirone, Scarlett Johnson and Emma Catherwood. Geoff Bell appears as Mr. Croker. The film was produced by Simon Sprackling, with Charlie Gauvain Co-Producing. Screen East, Silverstream Productions, Altadena Films, Delacheroy Films and DI Dragon financed the picture. In THE…

After Dark Films sent us this really cool movie poster for the upcoming horror film “The Final” by director Joey Stewart and starring Marc Donato (Degrassi: The Next Generation), Jascha Washington, Whitney Hoy, Lindsay Seidel and Justin Arnold. Jason Kabolati of Agora Entertainment produced while Edward Lewis Von Hohn and Bill Randle served as executive producers on the film. The film is the sixth title to be included in After Dark’s latest installment of Horrorfest: 8 Films to Die For. Synopsis: In The Final, the scenic Workley Ranch in Rocky Branch, TX, becomes the setting for retribution and revenge. In the midst of a wild costume party, five previously powerless…

After Dark Films sent us this really creepy new photo and details about the After Dark Films Horrorfest 4 film selection “The Final”. Los Angeles, CA (November 13, 2009) – After Dark Films CEO Courtney Solomon has announced that After Dark has acquired the teen revenge thriller The Final after inking a deal with Agora Entertainment. The film is the sixth title to be included in After Dark’s latest installment of Horrorfest: 8 Films to Die For. Joey Stewart makes his directorial debut working from a script written by Jason Kabolati. The film stars Marc Donato (Degrassi: The Next Generation), Jascha Washington, Whitney Hoy, Lindsay Seidel and Justin Arnold. Jason…

The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Devon Graye (Showtime’s “Dexter”) will star alongside CJ Thomason , Tammin Sursok, and Wes Chatham in the horror film “Husk” from After Dark Films/Lionsgate. Brett Simmons, who is directing the project, also wrote the script. “Husk” is based on Simmons’ short film that played at Sundance in 2005. The story finds a group of friends who end up stranded in an isolated farmland where they discover that the crow-infested cornfields all around them are inhabited by reanimated human scarecrows, intent on making the group join their ranks. Filming has already begun in Iowa. Courtney Solomon, Stephanie Caleb, Moshe Diamant and Limor Diamant are producing…