Though the film starts with a slow buildup in the first act that results in two off screen deaths (don’t worry, the film does get bloody), the film nicely comes together in its second act to become one of the best made for video horror movies of recent years. To go on and tell you what REALLY works about this film would be to give away way too many of the devilish surprises. Let’s just say that fans will cheer in delight as the film hits its final act as there are in jokes, references, and homages to just about anything and everything Chucky has done in the past. The backstory might not be fulfilling to some and there might be some leaps in logic, but this is the rare horror sequel that actually appears to be trying to add something new while being faithful to what came before it. If you are a Chucky fan, you owe it to yourself to check this one out. Also, make sure to stay after the end credits for one treat of a scene that will leave audiences howling. Thanks for returning Chucky, you were missed. Now, let’s see some more Chuck!

I saw a trailer for Bad Milo! about a month before watching the film and I had a few concerns. There were definitely some comedic parts I was looking forward too, but worried how hit or miss the jokes would be and if they would interfere with the horror elements. I was also worried how Milo himself was going to play out and if there would be terrible CGI that would take me right of the story. Well, I’m happy to say that this film defied any concerns I had and exceeded my expectations.

Bad Milo! tells the tale of a stressed out man named Duncan. Problems at home, at the office and with his parents leads Duncan to a point of no return as his stress takes on a mind of its own, literally. Milo is the little…thing…that makes his presence known when Duncan is having a bad day and takes it upon himself to relieve the stressful aspects of Duncan’s life. Milo emerges from Duncan’s back end to take care of business and then scoots back on in after the deed is done. There is a twist towards the end that I saw coming, but enjoyed it nonetheless.

The comedy found with Bad Milo! is just my cup of tea. The actors all have impeccable comedic timing as I found myself laughing out loud numerous times. The awkward comedy reminds me a bit of the The Office during the good years and it is so refreshing to actually like the characters and want to be involved with there life. The funny moments play a nice contrast to the horror aspects when Milo does his thing. There were a few bloody scenes and one in particular that will make any man cringe…

Milo himself is cute, ugly, scary and vulnerable all at the same time. Big time props go out to the effects team who created Milo as he has a very distinct look and a very expressive face. The pure absurdity of a little monster with a melon sized head going in and out of a butt hole may push some people away, but I’m all too ready for my copy on blu-ray and fingers are crossed for a McFarlane figure!

This is the kind of slasher that is about five times better than it has any right to be. So often at Slasher Studios we have been mourning the loss of the “fun slasher.” Well my dear readers, if a fun slasher is what you want…a fun slasher is exactly what you get here. At 85 minutes, it never its pacing never drags and is filled with such a maniacal glee that even the hard core slasher snob will find something to enjoy here.

The performances are all top notch with a special kudos Ross Noble as Stitches who plays the clown with a demonic glee and Tommy Knight as Tom who is so sincere and sweet that you actually care about his future. The rest of the cast performs well and it’s interesting to see such a bunch of misfits interact. Oh…and the deaths?! The cherry on this slasher sundae! Easily some of the best gore I’ve seen in years with the bitchy girl Sarah getting her just desserts involving an umbrella and another boy dying to…wait for it…”(I Just) Died in Your Arms Tonight.” Classic. Ladies and gentlemen, my new favorite slasher!

Dark Night Of The Scarecrow is a made-for-TV movie that appeared on CBS in October of 1981. Directed by Frank De Felitta, this film has a lot of heart and will hopefully get more recognition now that it has a Blu-ray release. This very nice HD transfer along with great artwork and a fun and informative insert will be a needed addition to your movie collection, if it already isn’t.

The film, with a running time of 96 minutes, tells the story about the friendship between a mentally challenged man and a young girl who befriends him. After a brutal dog attack, the young girl, Marylee is mauled. A number of the towns people automatically assume the her older friend, Bubba, is at fault. Four friends take the law into their own hands and hunt down poor Bubba. Disguised as a scarecrow, Bubba hides out in a field but is tracekd down by the lynch mob and murdered. Sooner than later, the scarecrow appears again…

There are a few good reasons to check this film out. First is the scarecrow mask. It is the perfect amount of creepy and works great within the story. I would love to find this mask someday at a horror convention. Another reason is the filmmaking itself. The colors are vibrant and the cinematography is stellar. It’s great to see so much passion go into a film that was produced for the television audience. The acting is spot on and it’s a real shame that we don’t have made-for-TV movies like this anymore.

So if this film has been on your to-watch-list, by all means move it up to the #1 spot. The Blu-ray packaging is great and I haven’t seen that much work go into an insert since the early days of DVD. It’s a great story line paired with a great mask and that is always a win-win!

When a group of old friends: Bobby (Marshall Caswell), Allison (Erin Hammond), Kyle (Nick Sommer), and Devon (Mathew Dunlop) go off together to commemorate their two Little League friends and coach, they begin to find themselves hunted. They start to wonder if it’s a kid from their past they played a prank on.

Directed by stars Drew Rosas and Nick Sommer, and also written by the two, Billy Club is a great revenge horror with everything to please horror fans. Sommer and Dunlop provide HUGE laughs for the film. Every moment with them provides great entertainment. We are also given a strong female lead in Erin Hammond. Apart from the laughs come excellent and gory kills. Every kill will leave the viewer cringing all the way through. The story itself is really engaging and keeps you guessing until it’s blowout ending that will make you want to go back and watch it all over again. Billy Club is also supported by amazing filming styles that will put many large budget horror films to shame. For great laughs and great kills, check out this excellent indie slasher.

–Cody Landman