Category Archives: Monsters in general

The Monstrous Poignancy of Being a Stop-Motion Monster

Posted on Saturday, February 13, 2010 by Robert Hood

Apart from sitting in the bath and brooding, what do monsters do once they’re forced into retirement? Writer/director Harry Chaskin tries to answer that question in his short film, Bygone Behemoth, which will be premiering next month at the SXSW … Continue reading →

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Vixen Assassins vs Sea Monster

Posted on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 by Robert Hood

This one is pure Aussie exploitation gold! Writer/director Stuart Simpson’s latest film is El Monstro del Mar (Aust-2010; dir. Stuart Simpson), a gaudy, full-blown crime-horror thrill ride that features gorgeous — and very deadly — female assassins, schmick cars, guns, … Continue reading →

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New International Trailer for Clash of the Titans

Posted on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 by Robert Hood

This new trailer for Clash of the Titans (US-2010; dir. Louis Leterrier) contains similar material to the previous trailer, but is longer and expands somewhat on the dramatic undercurrents. More Clash of the Titans (2010) Info Synopsis: In Clash Of … Continue reading →

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Chihuanhas: Tiny Toothy Terrors

Posted on Monday, February 1, 2010 by Robert Hood

Back in August last year Undead Backbrain introduced you to the unique blend of Chihuahua and Piranha that is Chihuanhas (US-2010; dir. Jim L. Clark). Somehow that ridiculous idea rang a very loud bell with monster film fans across the … Continue reading →

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Exclusive Trailer for the Asylum’s Monstrous Holmes

Posted on Friday, January 22, 2010 by Robert Hood

Ready for this? Undead Backbrain brings you an exclusive preview of the infamous Asylum’s version of the world’s most famous consulting detective, hot on the heels of Guy Ritchie’s big budget release. Sherlock Holmes (US-2010; dir. Rachel Goldenberg) Synopsis: Sir … Continue reading →

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Bizarre Life Institute: The Trilogy — Part 1

Posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 by Robert Hood

Scottish-born Peter Montgomery is a man with an obsession. He is engaged in a cinematic project that’s been in the making for 8 years — though its origins go back much further. The project is called B.L.I. (Bizarre Life Institute) … Continue reading →

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First Pics of Megapiranha

Posted on Saturday, January 16, 2010 by Robert Hood

The first images from the Asylum’s upcoming giant monster flick, Megapiranha (US-2010; dir. Eric Forsberg) have been released, including this one: Let’s hope that scene actually takes place! The only actual images of the lead monster show it as somewhat … Continue reading →

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New: Frankenstein Rising

Posted on Saturday, January 16, 2010 by Robert Hood

There have been many versions of the Frankenstein story over the years, both re-visualisations of Mary Shelley’s original novel and conceptual “spin-offs” — films that act as sequels, and even some that don’t appear to be about Frankenstein at all, … Continue reading →

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There Be Giants in The Angry Sea

Posted on Friday, January 15, 2010 by Robert Hood

The Angry Sea (US-2010; dir. Keith Wong) The Angry Sea is a micro-budgeted (approximately $3,000), independent SFX-driven movie shot in Toluca Lake, California, which will, on completion, run approximately 89 minutes. According to director Keith Wong — an enthusiastic filmmaker … Continue reading →

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What’s Due to Escape from the Asylum in 2010?

Posted on Friday, January 1, 2010 by Robert Hood

I’m sure it’s the question on everyone’s lips: what is the notorious schlock film production company, The Asylum, planning to offer up in 2010? To start with there’s the just released Princess of Mars (US-2009; dir. Mark Atkins), based on … Continue reading →

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