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SWORD OF THE WAR-MONSTER – A savage new fantasy epic from MONSTER FORGE: “A brutal new entry in the Monster Forge Universe, SWORD OF THE WAR-MONSTER is an oversized, standalone graphic novel that blends grimdark sword-and-sorcery with classic horror and unapologetic monster mayhem.
In a world ruled by power-mad wizards and crawling with arcane abominations, one monster — built from the bones and weapons of dead heroes — breaks free and sets out to destroy the very masters who created him.
With its Conan-meets-Frankenstein vibe and blood-drenched visuals, the book is perfect for fans of Berserk, Heavy Metal Magazine, Hellboy, and Lovecraftian dark fantasy.”
THE STORY
“I was to be his mindless War-Monster.
I was to secure his rule over a world torn apart by magic.
But even wizards must deal with other wizards…”
When necro-wizard Bezulus stitched together his monstrous champion, the War-Monster, he intended to rule the world through fear and sorcery. But the creature he built from the remains of fallen warriors had other plans.
Now, with the cursed Blood-Blade in hand and vengeance burning in his veins, the War-Monster has one goal:
KILL EVERY WIZARD.
“This world is heavy, grotesque, and epic in scale,” says artist David Hartman (Phantasm: Ravager, Heavy Metal).
“Every page is soaked in shadows, blood, and the kind of monsters I always wanted to unleash on the world.”
INSIDE THE BOOK
100+ pages of brutal, wizard-slaying action
Stunning gothic horror art by David Hartman
Written by comics veterans Shannon Eric Denton & Jeff Mariotte
Standalone graphic novel — no prior reading required
A perfect mix of fantasy, horror, and heavy metal energy
Now available on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/monsterforge/sword-of-the-war-monster
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Silverlake Scream Show Returns as Nonprofit with Halloween Night Horror Anthology: “This Halloween, Los Angeles’ own Silverlake Scream Show returns with its biggest event yet: the world premiere of a brand-new horror anthology featuring six original indie shorts from emerging local filmmakers. Silverlake Scream Show: Volume 4 will take place on Halloween night, October 31, 2025, at the Silverlake Jewish Community Center. Tickets are on sale now via Eventbrite and available only while supplies last.
Now in its first year as a registered nonprofit, Silverlake Scream Show is dedicated to spotlighting new voices in horror while building a creative hub for the city’s horror-loving community. Past films from its program have gone on to screen at prestigious festivals including SXSW, Beyond Fest, Telluride Horror, Palm Springs ShortFest, Brooklyn Horror, and more.
This year’s anthology embraces the theme “Camp Scream Show”, a chilling collection of scary stories told as if around a summer camp bonfire. But Silverlake Scream Show is more than a screening: it’s a full-on classic Halloween costume party and community celebration. Guests can:
Show off their Halloween best (costumes are strongly encouraged)
Explore local vendors & pop-ups (Last Looks Grooming, Mother Knows Tarot, Midnight Marauders, Bubbles of Madness and more)
Feast from food trucks and sip handcrafted cocktail “potions” courtesy of Dulce Vida Tequila
Enjoy an exclusive tasting hosted by Macabre Spirits starting at 7:30 PM
Dance to a live DJ
“Silverlake Scream Show is not just about making movies,” says the team. “It’s about cultivating a creative community of genre lovers and building the epicenter of indie horror in Los Angeles.”
Event Details:
Friday, October 31, 2025 Doors at 7:30 PM
Silverlake Jewish Community Center, Los Angeles
Tickets: $15 via Eventbrite — Buy Tickets Here
Join Silverlake Scream Show this Halloween for an unforgettable mix of cinema, community, costumes, and celebration – a horror gathering unlike anything else in Los Angeles.
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Official Trailer for Osgood Perkins’ KEEPER, Starring Tatiana Maslany & Rossif Sutherland: “Guillermo del Toro. James Wan. Damien Leone. Osgood Perkins’ KEEPER has been unanimously hailed by the modern masters of horror. In theaters November 14.”
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PRIMATE ‘911 CALL’ TRAILER TEASE: “In PRIMATE, a group of friends’ tropical vacation turns into a terrifying, primal tale of horror and survival.”
EXECUTIVE PRODUCED BY
Vicki Dee Rock, Nathan Samdahl, Johannes Roberts, Pete Chiappetta, Anthony Tittanegro, Andrew Lary
PRODUCED BY
Walter Hamada, p.g.a., John Hodges, p.g.a., Bradley Pilz
WRITTEN BY
Johannes Roberts & Ernest Riera
DIRECTED BY
Johannes Roberts
STARRING
Johnny Sequoyah, Jessica Alexander, and Troy Kotsur, Victoria Wyant, Gia Hunter, Benjamin Cheng, Charlie Mann, Tienne Simon
PRIMATE IS ONLY IN THEATRES ON JANUARY 9, 2026
