PANELS OF PAIN
SATURDAY, November 3rd
11am
Mighty Monster Makers!
Join artists and designers Gary Pullin, Matthew Thierren and Andrew Barr as they get into the guts of their work, much of which is riffing and re-inventing how we look at iconic horror films and the imagery used to market them.
12pm
Dee Wallace: Queen of the Colony
HORROR-RAMA sits down with actress, author and philosopher Dee Wallace to discuss her on-screen work in such celebrated films as THE HOWLING, E.T., CUJO and CRITTERS as well as her 2nd incarnation as an advocate for spritual “self healing”. She’s one of the great performers and thinkers and we’re excited to have her!
1pm
Queer Fear: Fright in the Loafers
Queers have had a hand in creating some of the most iconic horror films in history, from FRANKENSTEIN director James Whale, to CHILD’S PLAY creator Don Mancini. Join Queer Fear as they present a discussion about the queer history of horror and who’s wearing the loafers now. Featuring Queer Fear curator, Joshua Cross, academics Cameron Crookston and Katie Connell, and queer horror filmmaker, Mark Pariselli. Queer Fear is a collective and screening series aimed at bringing the fiercest skeletons out of horror’s closet.
2pm
Seeing Things and Exploding Heads!
Join actors Louis del Grande (in his convention debut!), star of classic horror films like SCANNERS and OF UNKNOWN ORIGIN as he and his wife and SEEING THINGS co-star, actress Martha Gibson (BLACK CHRISTMAS, BELLS) as they talk about their lives in front of the lens and how they made it all work.
3pm
Talkin’ Trash with Linnea Quigley
Iconic indie actress Linnea Quigley riffs on her wild life in genre cinema classics like RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD, NIGHT OF THE DEMONS and SORORITY BABES IN THE SLIMEBALL BOWL-O-RAMA!
4pm
Pulse Pounding Pulp!
Join DELIRIUM magazine editor/co-founder and former FANGORIA EIC Chris Alexander and special guests for a discussion about the challenges of keeping monster mags alive in a digital world. We’ll also discuss how to pitch editors and how you can become a writer for YOUR favorite magazines.
SUNDAY, November 4th
12pm
Crazy About Lynn
HORROR-RAMA hangs out with veteran cult film actress Lynn Lowry to discuss her signature films like David Cronenberg’s SHIVERS and George A. Romero’s THE CRAZIES as well as the exciting new wave of indie films she’s appearing in, like RIPPER STREET (also screening at HORROR-RAMA!!) and many more!
1pm
Maestro of the Macabre: In Conversation with Richard Band
In his Canadian convention debut, HORROR-RAMA sits down with legendary composer Richard Band, the man behind such beloved film scores as RE-ANIMATOR, PUPPET MASTER, PARASITE, FROM BEYOND, PIT AND THE PENDULUM, MUTANT and dozens upon dozens more. Richard is a trip and you’re going to want to hear what he has to say!
2pm
Femininity in Fear
We’ve brought together some of the most interesting women working in Canadian genre media today to discuss their challenges, triumphs and strategies succeeding in a traditionally male-dominated business. Hear the ladies talk – podcasters, programmers, editors and more – and get tips from the pros on how to navigate the new landscape of modern macabre media.
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HORROR-RAMA Screaming Room Schedule
Saturday, November 3rd
11am
WILD BEASTS (1984) From the director of MONDO CANE comes one of the most mind-blowing and berserk Italian horror films of all time! When a malevolent strain of PCP leaks into the water supply of a Rome zoo, every single annimal caged within goes insane and stomps, chomps and shreds any and all humans who dare get in their way. Buckle in for one of the literally WILDest flicks you’ll ever wanna see. (Screens courtesy of Severin Films)
1pm
Exclusive 2018 Blood in the Snow Canadian Horror Film Festival Preview
Join BITS programmers as they announce their entire 2018 lineup of features, shorts and web series! Meet filmmakers and watch trailers and clips!
2pm
2018 Horror-Rama International Short Film Festival (Block One)
Note: Select filmmakers and talent will be in attendance
Underneath (trailer)
Ripper Tour (includes introduction by star Lynn Lowry)
Dead Celebrities
The Last Girl
Itch
Zandavi Lives
Jax In Love
Hunger
Living With A Monster
Worms
Glimpse
4pm
PUPPET MASTER: BLITZKRIEG MASSACRE (2018) Experience the first entry in Full Moon’s new head-spinning clip-trip horror series “Bunker of Blood” as the “Gore Collector” exposes you to the bloodiest scenes from Full Moon’s PUPPET MASTER franchise. Grab a drink and lose your mind…and your lunch! (Screens courtesy of Full Moon)
Sunday, November 4th
12pm
ABSURD (1981) Notorious Italian exploitation director Joe D’Amato’s screaming sorta-sequel to his legendary “Video Nasty” ANTHROPOPHAGUS, ABSURD is a crazy slasher trash classic like only D’Amato could make! Loaded with stomach-churning gore and endless weirdness, this Eurohoror classic is NOT for the faint of heart!
2pm
2018 Horror-Rama International Short Film Festival (Block Two)
Note: Select filmmakers and talent will be in attendance
Underneath (trailer)
I Love You Too
The Tormenting Of Jones
The Eve
Human Cattle
Once Bitten
Killing Spree
Belladonna
Angel
Quiet Room Bears
Glimpse