Continuing the fan-written novel in progress called FRIDAY THE 13TH: TOMMY JARVIS written by Christopher Highland, picking up where the story threads of FRIDAY THE 13TH PART V: A NEW BEGINNING left off. A new chapter installment will debut exclusively here on fridaythe13thfilms.com every month, and be sure to read the previous entry first (Prologue).

F13th: Tommy Jarvis – Chapter 1

Now that we know the new sequel is due in August of next year the topic of Jason in the snow is coming back up. In an idea floated a while back by producers, we may see at least part of the new film take place in the snow, at least the opening sequence if not more. With pre-production not yet geared up (officially at least), the filming window would appear to be throughout Winter.

With the sequel being Number 13 in the series, is such a milestone the right time to flip the switch on the weather? Vote in our poll below, and sound off with your comments further down.

Yes, we’re a FRIDAY THE 13TH site, but HIS NAME WAS JASON was all kinds of rock, so now that the same creative team are back to conquer Freddy-land, I felt I had to chime in with a show of support. Besides, you just know it’ll be touching on FREDDY VS JASON, though it’ll be from the rarer vantage point of Jason guesting in a NIGHTMARE ON ELM ST instead of the oft-discussed other way around. Read on!

Members of the creative team behind His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th have joined forces once again to bring horror fans the ultimate tribute to yet another landmark slasher series, A Nightmare on Elm Street.

Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy officially began lensing on August 22, 2009, in and around Los Angeles. Starring and narrated by Heather Langenkamp, star of the 1984 classic A Nightmare on Elm Street and two of its sequels (1986’s Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors and 1994’s Wes Craven’s New Nightmare), this thrilling 90-minute retrospective promises to be the definitive look at the making of the iconic horror series and the enduring legacy of its wise-cracking, razor-gloved villain: the indefatigable “bastard son of a hundred maniacs” known as Freddy Krueger.

For a quarter century Freddy has slashed his way through the nightmares of two generations of movie-goers in one of the most artful, spectacular, and terrifying film franchises in motion picture history. To characterize the Nightmare on Elm Street series as a modern cultural phenomenon would be a gross understatement. To date, the eight (soon to be nine) Elm Street films have scared up well over half a billion dollars in box office receipts in the U.S. alone, launching the careers of such Hollywood luminaries as Frank Darabont (The Shawshank Redemption), Renny Harlin (Die Hard 2), Patricia Arquette (”Medium”), Brian Helgeland (L.A. Confidential), and even Johnny Depp.

Little did Freddy’s “father“, veteran writer/director Wes Craven, know that his terrifying, child-killing creation would go on to become a cult hero and spawn his very own cottage industry. Today Freddy is practically a household name, with his burned visage, trademark fedora, and red and green sweater appearing on everything from T-shirts to video games to action figures to comic books (Freddy was even the star of his own weekly television series!). It’s safe to say that Freddy Krueger may never rest in peace – nor should he – since his fans keep clamoring for more. Even Newsweek called him “The most popular cinematic maniac since Darth Vader.”

“Freddy is like the ‘unholy spirit’ in the trinity of modern monsters alongside Jason from Friday the 13th and Michael Myers from Halloween,” says co-director and producer Daniel Farrands, who previously helmed the documentary His Name Was Jason: 30 Years of Friday the 13th and produced the 2009 Deluxe Editions of the Friday the 13th films for Paramount Home Entertainment. A veteran of the horror genre, Farrands most recently served as a producer of the hit supernatural thriller The Haunting in Connecticut, which has grossed nearly $80 million worldwide. “Freddy and the Nightmare films are icons of our generation, and our documentary will revisit the franchise in an exciting new way that will be respectful to the fans and to the films themselves,” assures Farrands.

Co-director and editor Andrew Kasch (Thirsty) concurs, “The Nightmare series has long been regarded as the most high-brow and creative of the mega horror franchises, so our goal is to make a film that reflects those qualities. While His Name Was Jason was campy and off-the-wall, this documentary will offer a serious chronological account of the creative process – the hardships and triumphs behind one of Hollywood’s most iconic characters. Above all else, this is not a fluff or promotional piece for the upcoming remake but rather will focus on the original series of films that began with Wes Craven’s 1984 classic.”

“The Nightmare franchise has had such a huge impact on the genre and its fans and is truly an important piece of horror history,” adds producer/co-writer Thommy Hutson (His Name Was Jason, Prank). “These films proved that horror could be both terrifying and dramatic, thrilling and groundbreaking. And that’s why we’re so thrilled to bring fans an extensive behind-the-scenes look into Freddy Krueger’s hallucinogenic world like never before. It’s a way of paying tribute to Wes Craven’s original vision which has inspired so many of us … and given us a few really good nightmares, too.”

In addition to the exhaustive feature-length documentary, the two-disc DVD release of Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy will feature over four hours of nightmare-inducing extras, including the original documentary I Am Nancy, written, produced and directed by star Heather Langenkamp, which looks back at the last 25 years since her debut as heroine Nancy Thompson and examines the impact of the Elm Street films on young people’s lives.

Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy will be released in the spring of 2010.

Update – Trailer Added!

Source: Dread Central

I was recently interviewed by UK’s SciFiNow Magazine for #32, now on sale. In it I flash my Jason geek badge, heap praise on the people that have made this site what is is throughout past and present, and generally try not to sound like too much of a jackass. Of particular interest to readers of this joint was an announcement I made about launching a Friday The 13th Message Board.

Stay tuned…

]]> http://fridaythe13thfilms.com/blog/special-website-announcement-in-scifinow-magazine/feed/ 28 http://fridaythe13thfilms.com/blog/friday-sequel-shooting-now-wtf/ http://fridaythe13thfilms.com/blog/friday-sequel-shooting-now-wtf/#comments Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:39:17 +0000 Dusk http://fridaythe13thfilms.com/blog/?p=3553 Former UFC heavyweight champion “Maine-iac” Tim Sylvia is currently in Boston playing horror film icon Jason Vorhees in the yet-to-be-titled “Friday the 13th” sequel, Fighters.com has confirmed with a source close to the fighter.

…Sylvia is one of the actors standing-in as the hockey mask-mugged serial killer in the movie franchise began in 1980 and spanning 12 volumes.

While filming in Boston, Sylvia is training at Sityodtong USA.

What the!? This is the first I’ve heard of FRIDAY THE 13TH 2 filming. It’s quite possible they could be confusing it with another slasher. Platinum Dunes are tied up with A NIGHTMARE ON ELM ST currently. But anyway, do you think he’d make a good Jason? Sylvia is 6′8 and weighs 260. What do you think?

Source: Fighters.com

Today we are debuting a new fan-written novel in progress called FRIDAY THE 13TH: TOMMY JARVIS. The author is one Christopher Highland, and those who appreciate FRIDAY THE 13TH PART V: A NEW BEGINNING should take note of his continuation of that storyline, as was loosely intended to happen in the series until we got JASON LIVES instead.

A new chapter installment will debut exclusively here on fridaythe13thfilms.com every month, and we already have several stockpiled to give Chris time to work on more. Click below and enjoy!

F13th: Tommy Jarvis – Prologue

Vote for Voorhees! FRIDAY THE 13TH DELUXE EDITIONS parts 1-6 have been nominated @ The Reaper Awards, which are described as “the first awards campaign dedicated entirely to horror on home video.” The series of DVD editions are up in two categories:

“Best Re-Release” – while the earlier films in the DELUXE stable could certainly use the encouragement, it’s the second half – parts 4-6 – that really shined, with mouth watering supplementary material put together by Dan Farrands (Director, HIS NAME WAS JASON, and also up for an award in the ghost category with THE HAUNTING IN CONNECTICUT).

“Best Packaging” – regardless of their lack of original poster use, they were very striking which was needed to have them ‘pop’ out among the clutter in stores, and they did maintain a consistency with the covers that made them stand proud on home DVD shelves everywhere! A win would certainly be encouraging for Paramount and a boast for FRIDAY fans everywhere.

Also up:
“Best Boxed Set or TV Series” - Friday the 13th — The Series: The First Season
“Best Slasher” - The Jason Slasher Collection from Warner Home Video

Voting runs Sept. 1 through Oct. 1. and you should hit the link below and show your support! Do it for ol’ puss face! (I mean Jason, not me!)

http://www.reaperawards.com/vote

This is pretty much the sort of non-news I don’t waste time on but when I received an email from one “HarryM” I chuckled and decided I should share. Apparently, Jason himself from JASON LIVES, CJ Graham, was hired by Thunder Valley Casino in the past week as their vice president of casino operations. Does anyone other than me find it hilarious that “Jason” is running a casino? I bet that’d make cheats think twice if only they knew…

We first told you about FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE STORM back in Feb, now watch it right here!

Jason Voorhees rampages through a family’s home during a powerful thunder storm in this Friday the 13th tribute film shot in HD.

For mature audiences only; features extreme violence, nudity and language.

Approx. runtime: 14 mins.

Here is the cover art to #3 of FREDDY VS JASON VS ASH: NIGHTMARE WARRIORS but our own Christian Sellers recently interviewed series interior artist Jason Craig and you can Read It @ Our Sister Site Retro Slashers!

“Nightmare Warriors is a take on the Nightmare on Elm Street title and literally is a survivor’s story. We have survivors from NOES and F13th as well as cameos from the AOD books. Since AOD books only really have Ash there really were no survivors to carry over aside from Ash himself. This story is a fan boy’s wet dream. This literally picks up seconds after the last story left off, and then goes into a six-months-later scenario where we get to see some classic characters come back, team up and fight Freddy and Jason. This story is The X Files meets horror, we see the Government take interest in the Necronomicon and Jason and Freddy, which hints vaguely at later installments of Jason X where the government again wants to use Jason as a weapon which I thought was an interesting tie-in that’s never really talked about but the fans will notice. This is a story that gets out of the camp grounds, or cabins in the woods, and takes place at our nation’s capital and would make a film with an enormous budget with all the fights. We really pushed to make it the DC Crisis of Horror.”

Today is an important day for Friday The 13th fans as a slew of discs are released…

• Friday The 13th (2009) – Killer Cut – DVD/Blu-Ray
  
• Friday The 13th Part VI: Jason Lives – Special Edition
• Friday The 13th Part V: A New Beginning – Special Edition
• Friday The 13th: The Final Chapter – Special Edition
  
• Friday The 13th Part 3 – Blu-Ray
  
• Friday The 13th Part 2 – Blu-Ray

There’s something for everyone today – if you purchased or viewed any, sound off below!

From your ultimate Jason connection, fridaythe13thfilms.com. Enjoy!

The only question is, how did Bloody Disgusting manage to get their logo sewn onto Lil’ Jason’s jacket? The poor use of product placement is likely why the pint sized dude’s scenes were deleted…

Source: BD

Derek “Jason” Mears has been nominated for the MTV Awards’ Best Villian. He’s up against Dwayne Johnson – Get Smart, Heath Ledger – The Dark Knight, Johnathon Schaech – Prom Night (Screen Gems) & Luke Goss – Hellboy II: The Golden Army.

Proving MTV’s own cluelessness, their nomination line is: “You know you’re a great villain when you never run after your victims yet you’re always right behind them.”

Sign-up is required but if you want to push our man into the spotlight…

VOTE HERE TO GIVE JASON THE WIN!!!

Here are the full retailer synopsis/solicitations for Freddy Vs Jason Vs Ash: The Nightmare Warriors #1 & #2. Above is #2 cover art by Shane Davis – click for high-res!

FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH: THE NIGHTMARE WARRIORS #1
Written by Jeff Katz and James Kuhoric
Art by Jason Craig
Covers by Arthur Suydam (CLICK HERE TO VIEW)

Beneath the bloody waters of Crystal Lake, an immortal evil wakes and begins anew the cycle of grueling violence. Six months after the events of FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH, a power-hungry government bureaucrat unleashes the denizens of the Necronomicon – including the banished spirit of the Springwood Slasher, Freddy Krueger. But Ash Williams has checked his monster-hunting past at the door. A Chosen One no more, he thinks that a life of domestic bliss and retail tending is his true calling – until the ghosts of the past show up to punch his clock again.

The original creative team behind WildStorm and Dynamite Entertainment’s FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH proudly presents the bloody sequel to the sold-out smash horror crossover event! Featuring a triptych cover by

Arthur Suydam (Marvel Zombies) to match the triptych cover from the original miniseries. Co-published with Dynamite Entertainment.
Retailers please note: This issue will ship with three covers by Arthur Suydam that can be ordered separately. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale June 24 • 1 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • MATURE READERS

FREDDY VS. JASON VS. ASH: THE NIGHTMARE WARRIORS #2
Written by Jeff Katz and James Kuhoric
Art and variant cover by Jason Craig
Cover by Shane Davis

Something strange is happening in the halls of Project Black Book. The covert government group is unleashing creatures of mass destruction in their bid to gain control over the Necronomicon. And as the survivors of Freddy and Jason’s murder sprees congregate, the short-lived reunion is shattered by the violent arrival of Jason Voorhees. But when a mysterious stranger arrives to aid in the battle, Jason must confront the one man who has not only survived his murderous rampages but has also “killed him” in the past. Fan favorite Tommy Jarvis returns to finish what he started and see Jason Voorhees buried a final time!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Shane Davis), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Jason Craig). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale July 22 • 2 of 6 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US MATURE READERS

Source: Comic Book Resources

Since it’s so early days right now, anyone associated with Platinum Dunes’ Friday The 13th talking about the inevitable sequel, is well worth listening to:

What I can officially say from the producers is the writers are writing the sequel right now. It’s still in the rumor status because it hasn’t been officially green lit. I do have a second picture option with Platinum Dunes. It could be for part two or it could be for a different film entirely. Being that the film is not yet green lit, they can’t make any offers or anything. I would like to return, but nothing is for sure.

Source: Icon Vs Icon Interview With Derek Mears

Some more nice bells and whistles planned for the Friday The 13th (2009) Blu-Ray Disc:

Warner Home Video has unveiled further specs for ‘Friday the 13th,’ which will slash its way to Blu-ray this June with even more bloody BD-Live-exclusive content.

Though the studio recently confirmed an already-impressive gaggle of bonus features for the June 16 Blu-ray release, they’ve now issued a press release that promises even more BD-Live content.

As previously reported, Jason’s latest exploits will receive the BD-50 dual-layer treatment with 1080p/VC-1 video (2.39:1) and English Dolby TrueHD 5.1 Surround track. The disc will contain both the R-rated and never-before-seen “Killer Cut” versions of the film available via seamless branching.

Extras include the “Explore the Rebirth of Jason Voorhees” featurette and additional “slashed” scenes, as well as Blu-ray exclusives including a “Terror Trivia” picture-in-picture track with pop-up trivia, and two additional featurettes (”Hacking Back/Slashing Forward,” “The 7 Best Kills”).

Just-announced BD-Live content includes “My Commentary” function to record your own track and share it with other ‘Friday’ fans, the ability to join in a “Live Community Screening,” and a downloadable sneak peek at the upcoming Blu-ray release of ‘Trick ‘r Treat.’

Finally, included on a second disc will be a Digital Copy of both the extended and rated versions of the film, compatible with PCs and iTunes.

Suggested retail price for the Blu-ray has been set at $35.98.

Source: Hi-Def Digest

Source: Icons Of Fright