HORROR-FEST 2005

LINE-UP

Yes, Horror-Fest 2005 is happening. It's just taken us a little longer than usual to get everything together as the last couple of months have be truly hectic. And before getting to the line-up, I'd like to wish our very own Boneman a healthy and speedy recovery. He just returned from back surgery. He's a quick healer though, so he should be plenty healed in time for Horror-Fest. Also, a happy birthday to Zboneman.com. We're five years old this month.

Firstly, we'd like to thank The Electric Theater, Westates Theaters, The St. George Film Society, Eden Music, The Independent, and Field of Screams for helping us put this together. Also, a special shout out to our friends and colleagues at thehollywoodnews.com for all their help and support.

This year, Horror-Fest will, once again, take place in lovely St. George, UT. There's nothing quite like having a festival in a small town, particularly as pleasant as this one. It doesn't have the congestion of bigger cities and offers up that sort of tight knit charm that only a smaller town can offer - besides all horor films take place in small towns!. And if anyone does plan on coming in from out of town, know that St. George is only a few short hours drive from Cedar Breaks, Bryce and Zion National Parks, and only an hour and forty five minute drive from Las Vegas. So make a vacation of it.

This year, Horror-Fest will take place on October 21st and 22nd . Take note that this is two weekends before Halloween. The event will be hosted by St. George's very own Electric Theater and Westates. Through the course of the fright filled weekend, we will present to you nine spine tingling horror films and four rockin' bands.

The catch here is, we aren't going to tell you all the film titles, but we will give little hints. So if you're a hardcore horror film junkie, chances are these hints will be enough. We'd also like to note that every film we'll be screening at The Electric Theater, will be free. You can't beat that.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 21ST AT THE ELECTRIC THEATER

NOON - SURPRISE SCREENING (FREE)

This mid 80's chiller was an enormous hit and launched the career of one of the all time great cinematic psychopaths. It also proved to be a springboard for an actor who would go on to much bigger things. Trust us when we tell you, this will be the perfect way to open Horror-Fest 2005.

2:00 P.M.-SURPRISE SCREENING (FREE)

Our second screening is also from the 80's, but cut from a very different cloth than our first screening. It's gory, audacious as all hell, and extremely funny. As was the case with Evil Dead 2, this is the sort of film that has you laughing one second, and turning your head the next.

4:00 P.M.-SURPRISE SCREENING (FREE)

I'm really excited about this particular screening as it is easily one of my favorite horror films of all time. I'd rank it in the top five. It has a couple of gruesome sequences early on that still make me cringe, but it is the sprawling scope and smart writing that make this late 70's horror epic soar. Final hint; it's one chapter in a series of films and there was a remake (an inferior one I might add).

6:30 P.M.-SURPRISE SCREENING (FREE)

This 70's classic is just about the perfect film to show at this festival. Let's just say it's all too fitting. It was directed by one of our all time best horror film directors, and delivers the goods with a surprisingly little amount of blood.

8:30 P.M.-SURPRISE SCREENING (FREE)

Okay -so I'm not going to lie. Most of the films we've thrown together for the first day of Horror-Fest are for purely selfish reasons. It's because we personally love them so much. But it should also be noted that these movies are popular with horror fans all over the world. They're not exactly what one would call guilty pleasures. Our final Electric Theater screening of the day is a guilty pleasure-BIG TIME! This is one of the funniest horror/comedies that most of you have probably never heard of. As far as I'm concerned, it is the original "Scary Movie". It's juvenile and immature, but I'll be damned if I don't crack up every time I watch it. Get ready to laugh.

FRIDAY OCTOBER 21ST AT WESTATES STADIUM 8 THEATER

11:59 P.M.-THE EXORCIST ($4.50)

As you can see, this is no surprise screening. The Exorcist is one of the all time great horror movies, there's no doubt about that. We actually screened William Friedkin's masterpiece at our first Horror-Fest four years ago, but we received quite a few e-mails asking us to screen it this year. So, I guess you call The Exorcist our audience choice screening. For those of you who've seen it, it still holds up after all these years. For those few who haven't seen it, it's an experience you don't want to miss. It's unforgettable.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 22ND AT THE ELECTRIC THEATER

FAMILY DAY

11:00 A.M.-SURPRISE SCREENING AND KIDS' MASQUERADE BALL (FREE)

Don't let the "Family Day" title fool you. While the next two screenings are family approved, they still contain a "horror' element. The first screening is from the 90's and has become a classic through the years. It's a visual stunner, has a great sense of humor, and features truly inspiring musical numbers. While kids love it, it's mostly adults who speak of it's brilliance. You don't want to miss this. And for the little ones in the audience, make sure you come in costume. We'll have treats for you.

1:00 P.M.-SURPRISE SCREENING (FREE)

Our final Electric Theater screening of Horror-Fest 2005 is a perfect delight, particularly if you're afraid of creepy crawly things. This early 90's flick walks that fine line between scary and funny and again, it's a film that the whole family can enjoy.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 22ND AT THE ELECTRIC THEATER

7:30 P.M.-AN EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC ($11)

An evening of live music will be headlined by punk band The Higher. Formed in Las Vegas, The Higher are well on their way to stardom. They've already developed huge followings on the west coast and continue to grow in popularity. Opening the show are three up and coming bands; Nural, Paint By Numbers and Still Life Projector. If you're into rockin' out live, you won't want to miss it. The Higher played Horror-Fest last year, and they were a big hit. Expect them to be bigger this year.

SATURDAY OCTOBER 22ND AT WESTATES PINEVIEW STADIUM 10 THEATER

11:59-BEETLEJUICE AND MASQUERADE BALL ($4.50)

So Beetlejuice isn't exactly a horror film, but it fits in perfectly with the Hollywood theme, and we're excited that it's our final screening of Horror-Fest 2005. Tim Burton's ghoulish comedy features a zany Michael Keaton as the title character. A hilariously fun time and a perfect note to go out on. Beetlejuice will be preceded by our Masquerade Ball. Be sure to come dressed up. We'll offer up prizes for best male and female costume.

PRICES

The Exorcist-$4.50

Beetlejuice-$4.50

An Evening of Live Music-$11

All Access Fright Pass-$17 (While supplies last)

All Access Fright Passes on sale now at Eden Music, 56 E. Tabernacle, St. George UT, 84770.

All Electric Theater film screenings are free.

Horror-Fest 2005 will take place in St. George UT on October 21st and 22nd.

The Electric Theater is located at 68 E. Tabernacle, St. George UT, 84770. (435)688-SHOW.

Westates Stadium 8 is located at 1091 N. Bluff St., St. George UT, 84770.

Westates Pineview Stadium 10 is located at 2376 E. Red Cliffs Dr., St. George UT, 84770.

Whether you're from St. George or from out of town, we hope to see you there. This is going to be our most terrifying Horror-Fest yet.