AMC’S NEWEST ORIGINAL SERIES FEAR THE WALKING DEAD: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON ARRIVES ON BLU-RAY AND DVD

DEBUTING ON DECEMBER 1, 2015, THE BLU-RAY AND DVD CONTAIN ALL SIX TERRIFYING AND THRILLING EPISODES 


Anchor Bay Entertainment is bringing fans of the latest ingenious and pulse-pounding AMC original series, FEAR THE WALKING DEAD: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON to Blu-ray™ and DVD on December 1st.  Created by Robert Kirkman (“The Walking Dead”) and Dave Erickson (“Sons of Anarchy”), the series hailed as “effortlessly creepy” (People), premiered in August as the #1 show in cable history. The 2-disc sets include character bios as well as “A Look at the Series.” Both fans of the show, as well as those who have yet to encounter the engrossing drama, will have the opportunity to own all six episodes. SRP is $49.99 for the Blu-ray™, $39.98 for the DVD, with pre-book on October 28^th.

Living in the same universe as “The Walking Dead”, “Fear the Walking Dead” is a gritty drama that explores the onset of the undead apocalypse through the lens of a fractured family. Set in Los Angeles, a city where people come to escape, shield secrets, and bury their pasts, a mysterious outbreak threatens to disrupt what little stability high school guidance counselor Madison Clark (Kim Dickens, Gone Girl) and English teacher Travis Manawa (Cliff Curtis, Missing) have managed to assemble. The everyday pressure of blending two families while dealing with resentful, escapist, and strung out children takes a back seat when society begins to break down. A forced evolution, a necessary survival of the fittest takes hold, and the dysfunctional family must either reinvent themselves or embrace their darker histories. 

Fans can also look forward to FEAR THE WALKING DEAD: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON Special Edition in 2016. Release date will be announced shortly.

FEAR THE WALKING DEAD: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON cast also includes Frank Dillane (Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince), Mercedes Mason (Quarantine 2), Ruben Blades (Safe House), Alycia Debnam-Carey (The Devil’s Hand), Elizabeth Rodriguez (Orange Is the New Black) and Lorenzo James Henrie (Star Trek).

“Fear The Walking Dead” Season 2 premieres on AMC with 15 new episodes in 2016.

The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor

Over 200 Monsters, Mummies & Freaks Will Find Their Way On Board the Infamously Haunted Ship.

Fear lives here at The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor as the torrid history of the haunted ship rises from the deep October 1 - November 1, 2015. In addition to Dark Harbor’s horrific new maze, Lullaby, that tells the tale of the ship’s youngest soul, Scary Mary, the annual fright festival is thrilled to unveil the all-new Anubis Paintball Adventure.

Those who dare will venture into the tombs of Anubis, the Greek Egyptian jackal-headed god of mummification and the afterlife. In Anubis’ underworld, guests will test their skills in an LED 3D paintball battle against the most terrifying gaggle of mummies, monsters and myths.
The brand new Lullaby maze will take guests on a frightening voyage with Dark Harbor’s youngest soul, Scary Mary, who has haunted the Queen Mary ever since her horrific drowning in the poolroom in 1952. Dark Harbor will also welcome the new Side Show of Freaks and Oddities and the Side Show Bar that will bring guests up close into the grotesque world of freaks.
The Ringmaster, The Captain and their band of spirits including Samuel the Savage, Graceful Gale, Half-Hatch Henry and Scary Mary will be joined by over 200 grizzly monsters and ghouls that will be plotting terrifying tricks and treats throughout the season of fear. Dark Harbor’s signature haunts Deadrise, Soulmate, B340, Circus and the Voodoo Village will be wrought with more horrific monsters than ever before.

 Dark Harbor brings the true torrid tales of The Queen Mary to life, offering one of the most authentically terrifying experiences available. The annual event runs from October 1 and continues to inflict fear on select dates through November 1. Ticket prices start at just $20 online, with Fast Fright, VIP Passes, and lodging packages available. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit www.queenmary.com/dark-harbor.

About the Queen Mary
Located in the Port of Long Beach, the Queen Mary features a rich maritime history, authentic Art Deco décor, and stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and Long Beach city skyline. At the time of her maiden voyage in May of 1936, she was considered the grandest ocean liner ever built. The Queen Mary’s signature restaurants include the award-winning Sir Winston’s and Chelsea Chowder House & Bar as well as a weekly Champagne Sunday Brunch served in the ship’s Grand Salon. History buffs enjoy the ship’s museum and Glory Days tour, guests of all ages love the Ghosts and Legends show, and the ship is currently featuring the renowned Diana: Legacy of a Princess exhibit and Tea Room. The Queen Mary features 80,000 square feet of event space in 17 remarkable Art Deco salons as well as a tri-level, 45,000-square-foot Exhibit Hall. The Queen Mary boasts 346 staterooms including nine full suites. For more information or for reservations, see www.queenmary.com or call (800) 437-2934. The Queen Mary is located at 1126 Queens Highway in Long Beach.

 

2015 Knott's Scary Farm Opening

The 43rd annual world renowned event, Knott’s Scary Farm, returned for 24 horrifying nights September 24 – October 31.

New mazez included “PARANORMAL, INC”, a haunted hospital, “The Dead of Winter” maze where the chilling Snow Queen resides, “My Bloody Clementine”, ride through the Calico Mine where Clementine and her father were brutally murdered centuries ago.
 “Deadly 7”, prowling the darkest corners of Knott's midway and scare zone, the Green Witch and her Deadly 7 is a sadistic crew guilty of more terror than meets the eye.
 Returning mazes included : Gunslinger's Grave, Black Magic, Pinocchio Unstrung, Forevermore, The Tooth Fairy, Voodoo, and Trick or Treat.
 Other attractions included: Infected – Patient Zero, Elvira, the legendary Mistress of the Dark, 160 Acres of Scare Zones, The Hanging: Straight out of Calico, and Fiesta de los Muertos.
 Knott’s Berry Farm’s 43rd season of Halloween haunting will last 24 nights from September 24 through October 31.
Hours are 7pm to 1am on weeknights and Sundays, 7pm to 2am on Fridays and Saturdays.
 For more information visit www.knotts.com

2015 Catalina Island Film Festival

Billy Zane (Titanic, The Phantom, Twin Peaks) received the Maverick Award and Director F. Gary Gray (Straight Outta Compton, The Italian Job, Friday) received the Stanley Kramer Social Artist Award attending the 2015 Catalina Island Film Festival on Friday, September 25th at the Avalon Theater.

Additional honorees included:
Mena Suvari (American Beauty, American Pie) with the Avalon Award.
Inaugural recipient of the Soundtrack of Our Lives Award, legendary songwriter Diane Warren.
Lucas Till (X-Men: Apocalypse, Bravetown) with the Crest Award.
A special tribute to Wes Craven featuring Robert Englund (Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street).
Kristin Davis (Sex & the City, Couples Retreat) received the Conservation Activist Award.

About Catalina Film Festival
Catalina Film Festival is an annual celebration of film on the only West Coast resort island, where blue water and coastal breezes provide the perfect backdrop for films, parties, panels and networking just 26 miles off the coast of Los Angeles. CFF’s beneficiary is the Catalina Island Conservatory. For additional information, visit www.CatalinaFilm.org.