Scream

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse LoughreyGet our The Life Cinematic email for freeMelissa Barrera has reportedly been fired from Scream VII due to her Instagram posts about the Israel-Hamas war.The 33-year-old Mexican actor joined the iconic slasher franchise in 2022, leading its fifth and sixth films alongside Jenna Ortega.On Tuesday (21 November), sources confirmed to Deadline and Variety that Barrera has been dropped from Spyglass Media’s forthcoming sequel over…

The horror genre has been thriving for years, with many of the best horror movies back in theaters via new sequels. Case in point: Scream, which recently returned to theaters with two new sequels. While Scream 7 is happening with a new director, it looks like they might need a new lead. Because Melissa Barrera is reportedly out as Sam Carpenter.Throughout the lsat two Scream movies, newcomer Sam has become the new final girl, especially after Neve Campbell departed Scream VI. But a new report by SlashFilm claims that…

Photo: Michael Buckner (Getty Images)The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed Scream franchise star Melissa Barrera has been removed from Scream VII after social media posts referencing the Israel-Hamas war. Barrera played Sam Carpenter, the Scream series’ reboot lead in Scream V and Scream VI.Hulu’s Hellraiser Reboot Has So-So Sights to Show YouAdditionally, Deadline was cited to share her being let go of the franchise as “due to the reposts in her Instagram stories which have been perceived as anti-Semitic.” Scream VII is…

Warning: The following article contains major spoilers for Thanksgiving. The minute the credits rolled after the pulse-pounding events in Eli Roth’s passion project Thanksgiving, I knew I had just witnessed a cultural reset. Simply put, the movie is nothing short of an absolutely fun slasher with gnarly visuals and haunting gore. But my number one takeaway? The horror genre needs Patrick Dempsey back for Scream 7. Long before the Sexiest Man Alive for 2023 portrayed the Sheriff of Plymouth in Roth’s slasher spectacle,…

Image: Disney/LucasfilmThere are certain sounds that have become a staple of movies over the decades. From the 20th Century fanfare to THX’s synthesized Deep Note crescendo and the musical sting that opens The Matrix, hearing them elicits some kind of feeling for older moviegoers, even if it’s just the simple feeling of nostalgia. And then there’s the Wilhelm Scream—which when heard, usually elicits the feeling of “There it is!”Hulu’s Hellraiser Reboot Has So-So Sights to Show YouThe sound effect that’s been heard in…

Throwback Picture Of Salma Hayek In A Bodycon Dress(Photo Credit –Instagram) Salma Hayek is one of the most influential figures in Hollywood and in the fashion world; the actress might have started her career with a Spanish telenovela but soon established herself in the industry. Over the years, her fashion game has only enhanced and become strong, but the charm of yesteryear’s Salma is something else completely. Don’t believe us, then stick to the end of the article. Salma is very active on her social media and…

Britney Spears Danced To An Iconic Song Of Michael Jackson To Pay Him A Tribute(Photo Credit –Instagram) Pop star Britney Spears shared a video of herself grooving to the iconic pop song ‘Scream’ sung by Michael Jackson and Janet Jackson on Instagram, in a tribute to the late ‘King of Pop’. “Today dancing to Scream!!!” Spears, 41, captioned the post. The ‘Toxic’ singer, who regularly shares clips of her impromptu dance sessions in her home, danced to the 1995 hit in a black crop top, a bright green thong and black…

Tutti Fruity, what a cutie During this morning’s Nintendo Direct presentation, the studio revealed the details of the next Splatoon 3 splatfest, which will be taking place in the popular and super messy team shooter in mid-July. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98TZHMaP6yA The new splatfest, which is perfect for the summer season, focuses on delicious ice cream, and asks players which is their favorite flavor chosen from the trinity of Vanilla, Strawberry, and Mint Choc Chip. There’s no sign of Neopolitan, so you…

The teenage son of Martin Duffy, the late keyboard player with Primal Scream, has accused other members of the band of leaving his father out in the cold financially and professionally, and of contributing to his isolation before his early death last December.Duffy, who played on a string of hits in the 1990s, including Movin’ on Up and Loaded, joined the band as a full-time member in 1989, after a period playing with Felt. He contributed to every album, including the award-winning Screamadelica.Now Duffy’s son, Louie,…

Theo Wargo/Getty Images Although he started his sparkling career on Broadway in shows like The Full Monty, Patrick Wilson has been in everything from cheesy romcoms, to DCU epics, to disturbing psychological thrillers. However, despite his obvious range (and brilliant singing voice), many will know him best for his work in the Conjuring franchise, and the horrifically brilliant Insidious series of films. A triple threat, Wilson has had a long road to becoming a “scream king,” as some fans have dubbed him. And…