Taken Too Early - Bill Hinzman - (October 24, 1936 - February 5, 2012)

Earlier this evening, reports starting come in that Bill Hinzman has passed away at the age of 75. It is said that he died after losing his battle with cancer. Fans of Night of the Living Dead know Bill as the cemetery zombie in the landmark zombie film. Bill also appeared in George Romero’s The Crazies and Season of the Witch, among other horror films. In the late 80′s Bill Hinzman tried directed two of his own horror movies: The Majorettes and Flesh Eaters. Over the years, Bill Hinzman has appeared at numerous horror conventions and film festivals. Last year my daughter Jillian and I had the chance to meet Bill at the Saturday Nightmares Convention in New Jersey and I was blown away by him, not to mention it was a moment that Jillian will never forget. He is a horror movie icon that will be missed by generations of horror fans.

Shots from the Zombie Beach Party

Here are some random shots from the Awesome Zombie Beach Party held today in Asbury Park, New Jersey. The day had fun, games, and some Hot Zombies. Next up, Saturday Nightmares Expo next weekend that includes a costume contest and a zombie walk.



Saturday Nightmares Expo (June 3-5)

Yes, I know that Flea Market and Estate Sale time is in full swing, and really even trips to the Jersey Shore. Fortunately for horror fans, we have so many options to satisfy our cravings as we move into the summer. For me, fortunately, between writing and watching many of my favorite horror movies, I have been able stay somewhat sane. However, that is not always enough. With it being a few months removed from Monster-Mania, it is a great day when I can look forward to next months Saturday Nightmares Expo  (June 3-5) at the Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel & Conference Center in East Rutherford, NJ. 

This will be Saturday Nightmares BIGGEST Horror and SciFi Expo yet! Special Celebrity guests featuring the stars of Alfred Hitchcock's "The Birds" and "Family Plot" Tippi Hedren, Bruce Dern and Karen Black! Also featuring Sid Haig, Barbara Steele, Julian Sands, Doug Bradley, Lisa Marie, The Ladies of "Evil Dead", the cast of "Dawn of the Dead" featuring Ken Foree, and "Return of the Living Dead" with a very special VIP Meet and Greet and many, many more!

Visit our Vendor ballrooms for your movie memorabilia! Hit the celebrity guest signing tent for autographs and photo opps ALL THREE DAYS! The SN Events Tent screening films with live intro's and answers from the films stars, Panel discussions, performances, Saturday Night Masquerade Party with live bands and costume contest hosted by special celebrity guest and celebrity judges, the SN ZOMBIE WALK led by Ken Foree, DJ Crypmaster Chiller Chucky and lots, lots more! BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND THE SN "Twilight Zone" MARATHON IN THE MOVIE BAR LOBBY!

Having attended the first Expo last year, I am sure this will be one conference that should not be missed!

Pictures from the Saturday Nightmares Expo

Some random pictures from todays trip to the Saturday Nightmares Expo (more can be found on my facebook page).

Jillian and Bill Hinzman

Tom Savini

Me, Jillian and Adrienne Barbeau

... With George Romero 

Alice Jacobs is Dead (Short Film)

Today at  the Saturday Nighmares Expo in Jersey City, my daughter and I had a chance to screen Alex Horwitz's award winning short film Alice Jacobs is Dead starring John La Zar and Adrienne Barbeau. This zombie love story had all of the elements that make cinema great, and in the short 21 minute run-time, it sucked everyone in and made you want more (which hopefully is in the works).

Plot/ Dr. Ben Jacobs saved the world. The drug he created allowed mankind to fight back against the Z-virus, which nearly destroyed civilization entirely. Now, in the aftermath of the crisis, he’s trying to cure the last victims of the virus. But what will happen when he brings his mysterious work home?

For me, seeing Adrienne Barbeau play a zombie and wreak havoc on some  people was amazing. She definitely steals the show. In all, this was a great film and much better than the majority of zombie films that are being churned out to ruin the genre. The special effects, the plot, the script, and the acting are all top notch. It is a shame that the movie lasted such a short time, another 90 minutes may have made it perfect! For screening schedules and other information, check out the website at http://www.strange-case.com/.

Saturday Nightmares Expo - Jillian's Zombie Picture

The great artists at Zombie Caricatures transform my daughter Jillian into an Awesome Zombie Caricature!

... And the incredible finished picture!

http://www.zombiecaricatures.com/

Saturday Nightmares Expo

As Saturday nears, I am reminded that tomorrorw I will be heading off to the Landmark Loew’s Jersey Theatre in Jersey City, NJ for the Saturday Nightmares Expo with my daughter. To me, there is no better place or time to share those quality moments than to be surrounded by Horror movie memorabilia, Model Kits, Comics, TV related toys, autographs, magazines/books, collectibles, posters and vintage toys. Not to mention the guests...

Here's tomorrows schedule of events if anyone is in the area:

SATURDAY

10 AM - 7 PM Vendors/Guests signing - Main Lobby and second tiers.
(Vendors may stay open until Midnight)

1 PM Alex Horwitz's Feature Film screening - 'Alice Jacobs is Dead' - Starring Adrienne Barbeau
- Main Auditorium

3 PM Ken Foree Q&A - Main Auditorium

6:30 PM Panel Discussion - George Romero, Ken Foree, Tom Savini, Scott Reiniger, Gaylen Ross, John Amplas and Adrienne Barbeau.

8 PM - Midnight Double-Feature Film Screening - 'CreepShow' & 'Dawn of the Dead'!

'Twilight Zone' Marathon Main Auditorium -
(All day between events)

My Awesome Birthday Gift That Replaced The Flea Markets This Week (Besides the Snow)

With snow still covering much of our countryside here in New Jersey, the flea market / estate sale finds have been at a minimum. Fortunately, between writing and watching many of my favorite horror movies, I have been able stay somewhat sane. However, todays lack of sales was replaced by joy when I dove deep into my birthday present from my wife, Saturday passes to the Saturday Nightmares Expo in Jersey City, NJ next month. What a cool gift and awesome schedule of events for me to look forward too!

SATURDAY

- 10 AM - 7 PM Vendors/Guests signing
- 3 PM Ken Foree  - Main Auditorium

- 6:30 PM Panel Discussion - George Romero, Ken Foree, Tom Savini, Scott Reiniger, Gaylen Ross, John Amplas and Adrienne Barbeau.

- Double-Feature Film Screening - 'CreepShow' & 'Dawn of the Dead'!

- 'Twilight Zone' Marathon Main Auditorium - (All day between events)

vote it up!