Stars: Graham Skipper, Lauren Ashley Carter, John Speredakos, Larry Fessenden, Noah Segan, Matt Mercer, Michael A. LoCicero, Jeremy Gardner, Patrick M. Walsh, Brian Morvant, Josh Ethier, Susan T. Travers | Written and Directed by Joe Begos
Back in 2014 first-time director Joe Begos exploded on the horror scene with Almost Human, an alien abduction movie drenched in 80s flair. Now he’s back with his second feature, Supernatural Forces aka The Mind’s Eye, another film that’s not afraid to wear its love of 80s horror on its sleeve. In this case referencing the work of David Cronenberg and Brian De Palma, and films like the Scanners franchise, Carrie and the classic telekinetic fear flick The Fury.
Confession time: I’m not the biggest fan of David Cronenberg’s Scanners. If not for exploding head scene and the final battle between Revok and Vale, the film would be a very dull futuristic thriller.
Back in 2014 first-time director Joe Begos exploded on the horror scene with Almost Human, an alien abduction movie drenched in 80s flair. Now he’s back with his second feature, Supernatural Forces aka The Mind’s Eye, another film that’s not afraid to wear its love of 80s horror on its sleeve. In this case referencing the work of David Cronenberg and Brian De Palma, and films like the Scanners franchise, Carrie and the classic telekinetic fear flick The Fury.
Confession time: I’m not the biggest fan of David Cronenberg’s Scanners. If not for exploding head scene and the final battle between Revok and Vale, the film would be a very dull futuristic thriller.
- 2/13/2017
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Stars: Graham Skipper, Lauren Ashley Carter, John Speredakos, Larry Fessenden, Noah Segan, Matt Mercer, Michael A. LoCicero, Jeremy Gardner, Patrick M. Walsh, Brian Morvant, Josh Ethier, Susan T. Travers | Written and Directed by Joe Begos
Back in 2014 first-time director Joe Begos exploded on the horror scene with Almost Human, an alien abduction movie drenched in 80s flair. Now he’s back with his second feature, The Mind’s Eye, another film that’s not afraid to wear its love of 80s horror on its sleeve. In this case referencing the work of David Cronenberg and Brian De Palma, and films like the Scanners franchise, Carrie and the classic telekinetic fear flick The Fury.
Confession time: I’m not the biggest fan of David Cronenberg’s Scanners. If not for exploding head scene and the final battle between Revok and Vale, the film would be a very dull futuristic thriller. However...
Back in 2014 first-time director Joe Begos exploded on the horror scene with Almost Human, an alien abduction movie drenched in 80s flair. Now he’s back with his second feature, The Mind’s Eye, another film that’s not afraid to wear its love of 80s horror on its sleeve. In this case referencing the work of David Cronenberg and Brian De Palma, and films like the Scanners franchise, Carrie and the classic telekinetic fear flick The Fury.
Confession time: I’m not the biggest fan of David Cronenberg’s Scanners. If not for exploding head scene and the final battle between Revok and Vale, the film would be a very dull futuristic thriller. However...
- 2/27/2016
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Giving UK horror fans yet another reason to attend their scare-packed festival, the fine folks at Film4 FrightFest have announced their short film lineup that features over thirty shorts, including the cannibalistic wrestling tale, El Gigante:
Press Release: "Film4 FrightFest 2015 has expanded its Short Film Showcase event, with three strands and over thirty shorts from around the world, including eleven World Premieres and seven European Premieres. With films from thirteen countries, this is the most diverse and exciting shorts event yet programmed.
Highlights include the London premiere of actress Karen Gillan’s intense directorial debut Coward, and the UK premiere of Shevenge, a darkly funny tale of revenge, directed by Buffy The Vampire Slayer alum Amber Benson. Local FrightFest alumni will also be returning: screenwriter and director James Moran is back with screams and laughter in Ghosting, and Dan Auty brings us nostalgia and magic children in his new...
Press Release: "Film4 FrightFest 2015 has expanded its Short Film Showcase event, with three strands and over thirty shorts from around the world, including eleven World Premieres and seven European Premieres. With films from thirteen countries, this is the most diverse and exciting shorts event yet programmed.
Highlights include the London premiere of actress Karen Gillan’s intense directorial debut Coward, and the UK premiere of Shevenge, a darkly funny tale of revenge, directed by Buffy The Vampire Slayer alum Amber Benson. Local FrightFest alumni will also be returning: screenwriter and director James Moran is back with screams and laughter in Ghosting, and Dan Auty brings us nostalgia and magic children in his new...
- 7/30/2015
- by Derek Anderson
- DailyDead
Stars: Graham Skipper, Vanessa Leigh, Josh Ethier, Susan T. Travers, Anthony Amaral III, Michael A. LoCicero, Jami Tennille, Chuck Doherty, John Palmer, Mark O’Leary | Written and Directed by Joe Begos
Mark Fisher disappeared from home in a blinding blue light flash. His friend Seth Hampton was the last person to see him alive. Two years later, a series of atrocious, grisly murders leads Seth to believe that Mark has somehow returned, but changed into something different, strange… not of this world. Mark has indeed become a humanoid alien receptacle for evil – and the last place you should look is in his cellar.
There are times when I sit down to watch a movie that I need to review in which I’m filled with dread, typically because the particular style of film or the (sub) genre doesn’t appeal – found-footage movies being my particular bane. Now I know...
Mark Fisher disappeared from home in a blinding blue light flash. His friend Seth Hampton was the last person to see him alive. Two years later, a series of atrocious, grisly murders leads Seth to believe that Mark has somehow returned, but changed into something different, strange… not of this world. Mark has indeed become a humanoid alien receptacle for evil – and the last place you should look is in his cellar.
There are times when I sit down to watch a movie that I need to review in which I’m filled with dread, typically because the particular style of film or the (sub) genre doesn’t appeal – found-footage movies being my particular bane. Now I know...
- 8/2/2014
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Reviewed by Kevin Scott, MoreHorror.com
Almost Human (2013)
Written by: Joe Begos
Directed by: Joe Begos
Cast: Graham Skipper (Seth), Joe Ethier (Mark), Vanessa Leigh (Jen), Susan T. Travers (Becky), Anthony Amaral III (Clyde Dutton), Michael A. LoCicero (Barry), Jami Tennille (Tracy), Mark O’Leary (Dale)
Just like anything else, I’d like to the think that the more I use my skills as a horror movie aficionado, the sharper they become. I would argue with anyone that it is a legitimate skill set that from personal experience, has taken years to develop. So, I said all that to say this. Sometimes, I can look over all the imperfections a film has, and clearly see the intent that they were going for. That in itself can define most of our beloved cinema that some would say was schlock from the 1970’s and 80’s. Remember “The Incredible Melting Man”? I don...
Almost Human (2013)
Written by: Joe Begos
Directed by: Joe Begos
Cast: Graham Skipper (Seth), Joe Ethier (Mark), Vanessa Leigh (Jen), Susan T. Travers (Becky), Anthony Amaral III (Clyde Dutton), Michael A. LoCicero (Barry), Jami Tennille (Tracy), Mark O’Leary (Dale)
Just like anything else, I’d like to the think that the more I use my skills as a horror movie aficionado, the sharper they become. I would argue with anyone that it is a legitimate skill set that from personal experience, has taken years to develop. So, I said all that to say this. Sometimes, I can look over all the imperfections a film has, and clearly see the intent that they were going for. That in itself can define most of our beloved cinema that some would say was schlock from the 1970’s and 80’s. Remember “The Incredible Melting Man”? I don...
- 7/8/2014
- by admin
- MoreHorror
*full disclosure: a Blu-ray screener of Almost Human was provided by IFC Films. Director/writer: Joe Begos. Cast: Graham Skipper, Josh Ethier, Vanessa Leigh and Susan T. Travers. Almost Human is the first feature film from the twenty-something director Joe Begos. A sci-fi thrill ride, Almost Human incorporates a lot of fictional elements from other science fiction films. A partial homage to films like Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978), Terminator (1984), and Fire in the Sky (1993), Almost Human crafts a gory tale of alien abduction and murder. Begos' indie sci-fi horror feature also brings a lot of visual terror as characters fare poorly in this home entertainment outing. Very enjoyable, film fans will find an excellent and graphic tale of an alien invasion out of control in this feature. The story begins with four friends. One man, Rob , has already disappeared in a flash of blue light. Seth (Graham Skipper) escapes a similar fate,...
- 6/13/2014
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Director Joe Begos' '80s throwback Almost Human will be released on June 17th, 2014. On this date, the film will be available on home entertainment formats (DVD, Blu-ray). The film is an alien shocker, in which a missing man returns as something sinister. Almost Human stars Graham Skipper, Josh Ethier, Vanessa Leigh and Susan T. Travers. Fans of indie horror can preview the launch of the film here. The release will host several extras. The home entertainment version will offer: commentaries, a full-length making of featurette and a look behind the scenes. Fans of film can preview the release with the official trailer for Almost Human hosted below. Release Date: June 17th, 2014 (DVD, Blu-ray). Director/writer: Joe Begos. Cast: Graham Skipper, Josh Ethier, Vanessa Leigh and Susan T. Travers. The official trailer for Almost Human is here: More info' on the film can be found here: Almost Human on...
- 5/23/2014
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Stars: Graham Skipper, Vanessa Leigh, Josh Ethier, Susan T. Travers, Anthony Amaral III, Michael A. LoCicero, Jami Tennille, Chuck Doherty, John Palmer, Mark O’Leary | Written and Directed by Joe Begos
Mark Fisher disappeared from home in a blinding blue light flash. His friend Seth Hampton was the last person to see him alive. Two years later, a series of atrocious, grisly murders leads Seth to believe that Mark has somehow returned, but changed into something different, strange… not of this world. Mark has indeed become a humanoid alien receptacle for evil – and the last place you should look is in his cellar.
There are times when I sit down to watch a movie that I need to review in which I’m filled with dread, typically because the particular style of film or the (sub) genre doesn’t appeal – found-footage movies being my particular bane. Now I know...
Mark Fisher disappeared from home in a blinding blue light flash. His friend Seth Hampton was the last person to see him alive. Two years later, a series of atrocious, grisly murders leads Seth to believe that Mark has somehow returned, but changed into something different, strange… not of this world. Mark has indeed become a humanoid alien receptacle for evil – and the last place you should look is in his cellar.
There are times when I sit down to watch a movie that I need to review in which I’m filled with dread, typically because the particular style of film or the (sub) genre doesn’t appeal – found-footage movies being my particular bane. Now I know...
- 2/26/2014
- by Phil Wheat
- Nerdly
Over the years, the Toronto International Film Festival has been the premiering ground for many well-regarded horror movies, from All the Boys Love Mandy Lane to You’re Next. Thus, horror movies often pique the interest of fans of the genre simply by making their premiere at the festival. One such film that make its debut at Tiff 2013 was Almost Human. The project marks the feature film writing and directing debut of Joe Begos, and stars Graham Skipper, Josh Ethier, Susan T. Travers, and Vanessa Leigh. A new clip from the movie has now been released, and can be seen below.
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- 2/21/2014
- by Deepayan Sengupta
- SoundOnSight
Stars: Graham Skipper, Vanessa Leigh, Josh Ethier, Susan T. Travers, Anthony Amaral III, Michael A. LoCicero | Written and Directed by Joe Begos
Review by Scott Clark of Cinehouse
The main problem with Almost Human is that its poster is almost cooler and more grabbing than the film itself. The feel of the film exudes a kind of B-movie charm and cult excellence that has crept its way into vogue over the past decade, thanks to a general boredom with the shiny glaze Hollywood seems to trail over any horror/sci-fi project it touches. Ignore the professional allure of the marketing, scrape away any preconceived notions and there’s still enjoyment to be had.
Joe Begos and his team are obviously passionate about their project and the genre it occupies, their love gushes, as do the 70’s references until Almost Human feels like a high school ode to the work of John Carpenter.
Review by Scott Clark of Cinehouse
The main problem with Almost Human is that its poster is almost cooler and more grabbing than the film itself. The feel of the film exudes a kind of B-movie charm and cult excellence that has crept its way into vogue over the past decade, thanks to a general boredom with the shiny glaze Hollywood seems to trail over any horror/sci-fi project it touches. Ignore the professional allure of the marketing, scrape away any preconceived notions and there’s still enjoyment to be had.
Joe Begos and his team are obviously passionate about their project and the genre it occupies, their love gushes, as do the 70’s references until Almost Human feels like a high school ode to the work of John Carpenter.
- 10/8/2013
- by Guest
- Nerdly
Warning! This trailer is not for the weak of heart. Behold the first incredible poster and blood soaked trailer for Joe Begos’s feature debut thriller Almost Human. Premiering as part of the Toronto Midnight Madness lineup, the film stars Graham Skipper, Josh Ethier, Vanessa Leigh, and Susan T. Travers. This is how you cut a trailer. If the film is half as good, I’m a happy camper. Well done folks!
Tiff Synopsis:
A quiet night on the outskirts of a small town in Maine is interrupted when Seth (Graham Skipper) witnesses his best friend Mark (Ethier) vanish in a brilliant flash of blue light. Two years later, Seth is still dealing with the fallout from the freaky incident, amid local suspicion that he is to blame for his friend’s disappearance. When a string of grisly murders disrupts the community, Seth believes Mark has returned. Together with Mark...
Tiff Synopsis:
A quiet night on the outskirts of a small town in Maine is interrupted when Seth (Graham Skipper) witnesses his best friend Mark (Ethier) vanish in a brilliant flash of blue light. Two years later, Seth is still dealing with the fallout from the freaky incident, amid local suspicion that he is to blame for his friend’s disappearance. When a string of grisly murders disrupts the community, Seth believes Mark has returned. Together with Mark...
- 8/27/2013
- by Ricky
- SoundOnSight
"I don't think that's Mark!" It's blood, tension, and more blood in the first trailer for Joe Begos's feature debut thriller Almost Human. Premiering as part of ther just announced Toronto Midnight Madness lineup, the film stars Graham Skipper, Josh Ethier, Vanessa Leigh, and Susan T. Travers. Mark Fisher disappeared from his home in a brilliant flash of blue light almost two years ago. His friend Seth Hampton was the last to see him alive. Now a string of grisly, violent murders leads Seth to believe that Mark is back, and something evil is living inside of him. Check out the trailer below and look for plenty more Toronto coverage to follow in the coming weeks....
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- 7/30/2013
- Screen Anarchy
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