Watch the Trailer for PARASOMNIA: “PARASOMNIA follows Riley, a young woman tormented by night terrors and a past of unresolved tragedy. When her best friend is the latest to go missing, she begins to suspect the demonic figure lurking in her sleep has crossed over into the real world.”
Directed and Written by James Ross II
Starring Jasmine Mathews, Stephen Barrington and RJ Brown
STREAMING ON SHUDDER STARTING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH
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SLEEPAWAY CAMP Audiobook Now Available: “Initially considered “just another slasher film” during its 1983 release, Sleepaway Camp has since emerged as a cult classic due to its talented young cast, remarkable practical effects, and notorious ending. But although the queer themes explored in its memorable final moments were initially intended to shock and unsettle audiences, Sleepaway Camp’s empathetic portrayal of its unlikely killer sets it apart from other “trans panic” films of its time.
Together, BJ & Harmony Colangelo assess where Sleepaway Camp falls in the slasher canon and do a deep dive on the film’s themes and legacy, exploring how changing attitudes towards the LGBT community has led to both a reclamation and necessary critique of the film by modern audiences. Sleepaway Camp’s divisive reputation has inspired a decades-long debate that changes alongside the attitudes and culture of its viewers. Through historical context, personal memoir, and film history, the Wives Colangelo explain what’s kept audiences talking about Angela Baker and Camp Arawak after all these years.”
To learn more and purchase the audiobook, visit: https://www.amazon.com/
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Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood Completes Its Sinister 2026 Line-Up with “Terror Tram starring Art the Clown,” the Return of Cult Horror Classic “Killer Klowns From Outer Space” and More: “Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood adds even more frights to its iconic 2026 line-up including “Terror Tram starring Art the Clown,” the return of fan-favorite haunted house “Killer Klowns From Outer Space” and original houses “KILLceañera: Music by SLASH” and “Dead, Deader, Deadest.” Fiery stunt show “The Purge: Dangerous Waters,” multiple scare zones and street experiences round out the popular event starting on Thursday, September 3 and continuing select nights through Sunday, November 1.
The infamous Terror Tram returns with an all-new host, Art the Clown in “Terror Tram starring Art the Clown.” When the demented killer arrives to the historic Universal backlot with his blood-soaked bag of presents, he realizes it is too early for Christmas and hijacks the tram for his own holiday celebration. Metal band Ice Nine Kills will create new music for the experience, putting a dark twist on classic Christmas songs. In addition, guests who think they escaped Art’s chaos on the backlot may find themselves encountering him in the theme park as he lurks in the most unsuspecting of places.
Fan-Favorite cult horror classic “Killer Klowns from Outer Space” invades Halloween Horror Nights once again, giving guests another chance to step back in time to the 1980’s and escape a group of murderous alien circus clowns. “Dead, Deader, Deadest,” an original haunted house, takes guests on a tour of an abandoned funeral home where disturbing acts once took place. “The Purge: Dangerous Waters” stunt show returns to the WaterWorld venue for a fiery quest to survive the night.
Continuing the tradition of showcasing Latin American myths and legends, this year brings “KILLceañera: Music by SLASH” to Halloween Horror Nights. The all-original house centers on the quinceañera of Lola, who turns this rite of passage for fifteen-year-old girls into a festival of death to take revenge on everyone who wronged her. Grammy® Award-winning guitarist and songwriter SLASH composes an original score for the house featuring Spanish guitar and an exclusive song titled “15 Candles.”
For those whose only wish is to meet Nikki, Halloween Horror Nights unleashes the iconic main character from Focus Features and writer-director Curry Barker’s breakout horror blockbuster, Obsession, onto the darkened streets of Universal Studios Hollywood, where guests may find themselves face-to-face with the latest victim of the One Wish Willow’s terrifying curse.
Additionally, horror fans will encounter multiple daunting scare zones throughout Halloween Horror Nights. As they begin their terrifying evening, guests will need to dodge a troop of chainsaw killers in “Hackerz” and scream their way through “Fortnitemares,” an immersive scare zone based on Fortnite’s signature in-game event, which brings new characters and horror-themed gameplay together every year. As guests exit the “KILLceañera: Music by SLASH” house, they will encounter “El Circo de la Muerte,” a scare zone centered on the 1930’s circus and sideshow acts that traveled across Mexico – but with a terrifying twist. Guests will also need to survive “Blood Bog,” where moss monsters roam the bogs and bayous.
Adding to the chaos, fans can stumble upon several chilling interactions throughout the theme park. The ever-popular “Murder of Crowz” returns to Halloween Horror Nights with dad, mom and baby crow flocking to the nest, plus guests will encounter “Shriek of the Banshee,” a wagon run by a carnival barker and his talking skeleton.
These terrifying experiences join previously announced haunted houses, “Sinners” based on Warner Bros’ Pictures Academy Award-winning film, “Stranger Things” from Netflix’s iconic series, “Hellraiser” inspired by the first three films, “Evil Dead Burn” based on the sixth film in New Line Cinema’s Evil Dead franchise and “Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness” featuring the legacy of the metal rock star.
For the first time ever, Universal Studios Hollywood will debut “Unmasking the Horror Tour Add-On,” a behind the scenes, daytime experience for guests who want a closer look at the craftmanship that goes into Halloween Horror Nights. The guided lights-on walkthrough offers unique insights into the creative process behind the “Sinners” and “KILLceañera: Music by SLASH” haunted houses with the opportunity to photograph within select designated areas. Tickets can be purchased here.
Guests can experience select theme park attractions open during the event, including SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, “Transformers™: The Ride-3D,” “Revenge of the Mummy—The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride™.” Also, Death Eaters™, Lord Voldemort’s most loyal followers, will roam “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™,” beginning in the early evening.
Halloween Horror Night at Universal Studios Hollywood ticket options include General Admission, Universal Express Ticket, R.I.P. Tour, Day/Night Ticket and After 2 P.M. Day/Night Ticket. Plus, Early Access Ticket provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change). Also, the popular Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass allow guests to experience scares again and again throughout the season. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.
For a deeper dive into the scares, check out the Discover Universal Blog. For more information and to purchase tickets to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween”
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Black Ribbon Productions Launches With Fearless 2026 Horror Slate: “Rising producers Brooke Becker and Delaney Sharpe have launched Black Ribbon Productions, a Los Angeles-based production company dedicated to developing horror, sci-fi, and alternative content for digital platforms. Focused on bold, unsettling storytelling, the company aims to champion underrepresented voices while delivering unconventional narratives for modern audiences.
Becker is known for her work in Hulu’s The Dropout, HBO Max’s Head of the Class, and Freeform’s grown-ish. She also served as a staff writer and had a recurring role on the award-winning series Parallel, currently streaming on Prime Video. Sharpe is an accomplished playwright whose produced works include Emily Dickinson Is Dead at the Aurora Fox Theater. She made her directorial debut with Adaptation: Harrison Bergeron and has appeared in projects including Reputation, Artefact, and the feature film Army & Coop, which is currently streaming on Prime Video.
Launching ahead of the 2026 Halloween season, Black Ribbon Productions’ first slate includes: The Veil, a bite-sized horror anthology series premiering on YouTube in August 2026; Emergence, a sci-fi horror short film starring Ambar Martinez (The Pitt, 9-1-1) and directed by J. Scott Miller (Future Ref); Thin Air, a horror sci-fi short film written and directed by Brooke Becker (produced in collaboration with Rhymes With Pie Productions) starring Monroe Cline (Don’t Worry Darling, The Beauty) premiering at L.A Shorts International Film Festival in August 2026; and Dark Ages, a digital horror campaign following a woman being treated for endometriosis in the late 1400s.”
“Black Ribbon Productions was born from the scary stories we used to read under the covers at night instead of doing our homework—terrifying and fascinating tales that speak to our most human experiences,” says co-founder and Lead Creative Producer Brooke Becker. “We’re thrilled to champion fresh voices and bring audiences the unexpected via the platforms they already gravitate toward.”
“Audiences have made it clear they’re looking for bold, original ideas,” adds co-founder and Head of Client Services Delaney Sharpe. “We’re committed to developing original genre projects while collaborating with filmmakers from historically underrepresented communities as our perspectives help expand what the genre can be. By embracing both digital-first distribution and traditional media avenues, we seek to bring innovative horror stories to wider audiences.”
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Watch the Trailer for IN THE VALLEY: “Under the eyes of a lustrous desert sky, Josh must escape the looming evil that’s after him before history repeats itself.”
A short film by Adam Van Dyke