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Annabelle 2 teaser trailer

From New Line Cinema comes “Annabelle 2,” with David F. Sandberg (“Lights Out”) helming the follow up to 2014’s hugely successful “Annabelle,” which scared up nearly $257 million at the worldwide box office during its run in theaters. The new film is once again being produced by Peter Safran and James Wan, who also partnered so effectively on “The Conjuring” movies.

In “Annabelle 2,” several years after the tragic death of their little girl, a dollmaker and his wife welcome a nun and several girls from a shuttered orphanage into their home, soon becoming the target of the dollmaker’s possessed creation, Annabelle.

Sandberg directs from a screenplay by Gary Dauberman, who also wrote “Annabelle.” The film stars Stephanie Sigman (“Spectre”), Talitha Bateman (“The 5th Wave”), Lulu Wilson (upcoming “Ouija 2,” “Deliver Us from Evil”), Philippa Anne Coulthard (“After the Dark”), Grace Fulton (“Badland”), Lou Lou Safran (“The Choice”), Samara Lee (“Foxcatcher,” “The Last Witch Hunter”), Tayler Buck in her feature film debut, with Anthony LaPaglia (TV’s “Without a Trace”) and Miranda Otto (Showtime’s “Homeland,” “The Lord of the Rings” Trilogy).

Collaborating with Sandberg behind-the-scenes from his “Lights Out” team are production designer Jennifer Spence and editor Michel Aller, joined by director of photography Maxime Alexandre (“The Other Side of the Door”) and costume designer Leah Butler (“Paranormal Activity 3 & 4”).

Currently scheduled for release on May 19, 2017, “Annabelle 2,” is a New Line Cinema presentation, an Atomic Monster/Safran Company production. The film will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.

Trailer for upcoming horror movie The Bye Bye Man

"People commit unthinkable acts every day. Time and again, we grapple to understand what drives a person to do such terrible things. But what if all of the questions we’re asking are wrong? What if the source of all evil is not a matter of what…but who?

From the producer of The Strangers and Oculus comes The Bye Bye Man, a chilling horror-thriller that exposes the evil behind the most unspeakable acts committed by man.

When three college friends stumble upon the horrific origins of the Bye Bye Man, they discover that there is only one way to avoid his curse: don’t think it, don’t say it. But once the Bye Bye Man gets inside your head, he takes control. Is there a way to survive his possession?

In Theaters January 13, 2017"

The Exorcist: TV series preview

"The cast and series creator take viewers behind the scenes of the new EXORCIST in this extended preview.

New horror movie: 'The Disappointments Room'

'The Disappointments Room' is a new horror movie being released 09/09/2016. The film is directed by D.J. Caruso and stars Kate Beckinsale (UnderWorld), Gerald McRaney, and Michaela Conlin.

SYNOPSIS: When a family moves into their rural dream house, they accidentally unlock a hidden room in the attic and unleash unprecedented horror.

Zombie book of the day: Zomcats by Jack Strange

Cats and their humans have always lived peacefully together – Ancient Egyptians worshiped them, musicals have been written about them, the internet goes Gaga for them - Zomcats! Dumps all that into the litter tray of life.

This ain't no cute, cuddly kitten zombie story.

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Upcoming horror movie: Blood is Blood sneak peak

Check out these trailers for the upcoming horror release Blood is Blood from Multicom Entertainment Group. The movie is scheduled to be released on Digital HD and VOD on September 1, 2016. The film is directed and written by Stuart Sauvarin and produced by Noah C. Haeussner. The movie stars Fiona Dourif (True Blood, Curse of Chucky, Dirk Gently).

SYNOPSIS:When the visions of her murderous brother begin to blur the lines between hallucination and reality, Brie (Fiona Dourif) is trapped in a struggle not just for her sanity, but for her life. Learn more about Blood is Blood here: http://www.bloodisblood-movie.com/

Check out these two trailers

A peek into the twisted world and characters of Blood Is Blood.

Here's the full trailer.

INSIDE The Strain Season 3 | FIRST LOOK | FX

Humanity is losing. No one is safe. Can the strigoi be contained? Get a FIRST LOOK at The Strain Season 3 with the cast. Premieres 8/28 on FX.

Don't Breathe headed to $22 million opening

The horror genre proves to be frighteningly reliable this season as “Don’t Breathe” is the latest scary flick to have an impressive box office showing. The film, from Sony and Screen Gems, earned $10 million on Friday at 3,051 locations, and is eyeing a $22 million opening weekend.

This strong opening for “Don’t Breathe” is especially successful considering its price tag of less than $10 million. The film was produced by Steve Bersh’s Stage Six Films and distributed and marketed by Screen Gems. It debuted at SXSW and screened at Comic-Con, and currently has an 87% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

“Don’t Breathe” is about three robbers in Detroit who target a man who they think is blind and helpless, but turns out to be anything but. It is directed by Fede Alvarez and stars Jane Levy, Dylan Minnette, Daniel Zovatto and Stephen Lang.

Horror projects have shown an uncanny ability to draw crowds this year — New Line’s “The Conjuring 2” has earned over $100 million domestically and $320 million worldwide, while the same studio’s “Lights Out” has brought in a global sum of $111 million. Universal’s “The Purge: Election Year” also broke the $100 million milestone worldwide.

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Lights Out to get sequel

New Line Cinema has quickly flipped the switch on a sequel to Lights Out, the $4.9 million-budget genre film that already has grossed $27 million ($64 million now on 08/21/2106) domestically and $35 million worldwide after opening Friday. David F. Sandberg confirms he will return for an encore of his feature directorial debut. The genesis of the film was a no-budget short Sandberg made with his wife Lotta Losten back home in Sweden, and their sudden rise is an empowering tale to any aspiring filmmaker looking for evidence that miracles can happen.

Read more: New Line Sets Sequel To Fright Sensation ‘Lights Out’

New Horror Project: Black Eyed Kids

Here at Horror Notes we are always looking for new and exciting horror projects to promote. Here is one that is on Indiegogo right now has a very interesting premise, Black Eyed Kids. Check out the synopsis and trailer below.

It's a frightening and unexplained phenomenon that causing fear across the nation. Black Eyed Kids combines the chilling true encounters with real life events to bring you a fascinating and shocking tale of corruption and survival. Part mystery, thriller, suspense & horror, Black Eyed Kids will keep you on the edge of your seat guessing to the end. Based on true events; "Cash for Kids" scandal & "Black Eyed Kids" sightings and urban legend, you will come away both terrified and alarmed.

Help make Black Eyed Kids a reality, donate here https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/black-eyed-kids-horror-thriller#/

Help make Black Eyed Kids a reality, donate here https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/black-eyed-kids-horror-thriller#/