NECA FRANKENSTEIN'S MONSTER

Being in the Halloween spirit, I picked up for myself a Frankenstein's Monster action figure from NECA to decorate my desk at work. This 7-inch scaled NECA action figure replicates the classic Universal Monster from 1931's FRANKENSTEIN which was based upon Mary Shelley's 1818 horror novel about a scientist bringing a creature to life. The action figure's sculpt captures a colorized version of actor Boris Karloff's portrayal of Frankenstein's monster. 

As part of NECA's Ultimate Universal Monster's collection, Frankenstein's Monster comes with premium packaging with a cover featuring the 1931 movie poster and the action figure includes a number of accessories. NECA Universal Monster's Ultimate Frankenstein's Monster features 3 interchangeable heads, 6 interchangeable hands, shackles and daisies. Recreate favorite scenes from the movie or create your own terror-ific poses with Frankenstein's monster.

Frankenstein's Monster also provides an interesting adversary to incorporate with other toy brands. It presents an imposing character to interact with 6-inch scale G.I. Joe Classified action figures for example. Cobra scientists are up to no good! What horrible and dangerous experiments are they conducting in the depths of Cobra bases?

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DRACULA OF TRANSYLVANIA

This year marks the 90th anniversary of Universal Pictures releasing DRACULA which began an era of classic monster movies from the studio featuring iconic characters ranging from The Creature from the Black Lagoon to Frankenstein. In commemoration of the occasion, noted author and artist Ricardo Delgado is publishing through Kickstarter a novel which expands upon the Bram Stoker story that inspired the 1931 movie about Dracula starring Bela Lugosi as the infamous Count from Transylvania. The Kickstarter campaign for Delgado's 428 page hardcover DRACULA OF TRANSYLVANIA book runs through March 25 with a delivery date for pledgers in the summer of 2021.

In DRACULA OF TRANSYLVANIA, the year is 1899. Young Solicitor Jonathan Harker braves ghosts, demons, living skeletons, and armies of rats—all of which pale in comparison to his encounters with Dracula of Transylvania, the Son of Satan. The demonic, shapeshifting vampire imposes his wrath, malice and vengeance upon an England about to enter the Modern Era. The romantic side of Dracula is tossed aside and the pure horror of his vileness incarnate is portrayed in this book written by Ricardo Delgado.  He’s spent the past thousand years putting sword to flesh and tearing at the tapestry of history as the son of Satan himself. Kings, Popes and armies fear Dracula. And this story shows why you should too!

In addition to writing DRACULA OF TRANSYLVANIA, Ricardo Delgado also drew 28 lavish illustrations that are incorporated into the book. This aspect of the book really stands out based upon Delgado's reputation as a story board artist for Hollywood movies including Apollo 13, Men in Black, Jurassic Park 3, and Star Trek: First Contact. He has also created a dinosaur comic book series, Age of Reptiles, for Dark Horse Comics, and written two novels, the children’s novella Sam Specter and the Book of Spells and the hard-boiled science fiction noir Warhead. Click here to check out his DRACULA OF TRANSLYVANIA Kickstarter campaign.

To further bring Dracula to life, enact your own vampire encounters with BendyFigs from Noble Toys. Their Universal Monsters Collection let you pose and play with Dracula, The Monster from the Black Lagoon, Frankenstein and Frankenstein's Bride to imagine your own horror movie scenes. The Dracula BendyFig is approximately 7 inches high and comes equipped with a fabric cape and Hollywood film themed display base. Avoid his mesmerizing gaze because this officially licensed vampire toy wants to drink your blood!

BendyFigs feature an enclosed wire frame hidden within a rubbery body allowing these action figures to be posed without the need of visible joints that can distract from a toy's appearance. This makes them stand out from other action figures and great for displaying. For more information about BendyFigs or to purchase some head over to noblecollection.com

FATHOM EVENTS HALLOWEEN FUN

Fathom Events which brings special features to movie theaters across the country has some extra specter shows taking place to put people in the Halloween spirit. The vampire romance flick “Twilight” returns to the big screen celebrating the film’s 10th anniversary; see the stage show “NT Live: Frankenstein” with Benedict Cumberbatch (Doctor Strange /  Star Trek: Into Darkness) in a National Theatre production; take in a 50-year anniversary showing of George A. Romero's horror classic, “Night of the Living Dead,” or enjoy Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award-winning film “Spirited Away.” Fathom Events is presenting some terror-ific Halloween themed offerings at a movie theater near you!

TWILIGHT (Sunday October 21 & Tuesday October 23 @ 7pm)

With its initial release, “Twilight” leaped off the pages of Stephenie Meyer’s best-selling novel to become one of 2008’s biggest box-office hits. When Bella Swan and Edward Cullen first sat next to each other in biology class, an entire generation of moviegoers simultaneously swooned and the young-adult vampire romance became a worldwide cinematic phenomenon. This unforgettable experience will also treat fans to an introduction by director Catherine Hardwicke and an exclusive sneak peek of the brand-new special feature “Twilight Tour…10 Years Later”.

NT LIVE: FRANKENSTEIN (Mondays October 22 & 29 @ 7pm)

A stage production of “Frankenstein” is being shown by Fathom Events at cinemas across the USA this Halloween, to mark the 200th anniversary of Mary Shelley’s most famous novel. Captured live in 2011 from the National Theatre stage in London, this thrilling, sold-out production became an international sensation, experienced by almost half a million people in cinemas around the world. Directed by Academy Award®-winner Danny Boyle (Trainspotting, Slumdog Millionaire), “Frankenstein” features Benedict Cumberbatch (Hamlet, BBC’s "Sherlock") and Jonny Lee Miller ("Elementary," Trainspotting) alternating between the roles of Victor Frankenstein and his creation.

NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD (Wednesday October 24 @ 7pm / Thursday October 25 @ 10pm)

Fathom Events will be presenting two special screenings of the renowned Museum of Modern Art's version of the motion picture “Night of the Living Dead” (1968). In addition to the film, Fathom will be showing a custom intro from George C. Romero and Andrew Romero, along with interviews from other talent, such as Producer Russell W Streiner, actress Judith O’Dea, and writer John Russo.

SPIRITED AWAY (Sunday October 28 @ 12:55 pm / Monday October 29 @ 7:00 pm / Wednesday October 30 @ 7:00 pm)

Hayao Miyazaki’s wondrous fantasy adventure is a dazzling masterpiece from one of the most celebrated filmmakers in the history of animation. Overflowing with imaginative creatures and thrilling storytelling, “Spirited Away” became a worldwide smash hit, and is one the most critically acclaimed films of all time. Will be presented with an English language dubbed soundtrack.

Head over to fathomevents.com for more information about movie theaters that will be showing these spook-tacular presentations celebrating the Halloween season.

A MIX OF HORROR AND SCIENCE FICTION ON COMET TV IN OCTOBER

With Halloween coming up of course COMET TV is broadcasting some classic scary movies throughout the month of October.  Tune in to see Dracula vs Frankenstein (1971), Cats Eyes (1985), Pit and the Pendulum (1961), and The Raven (1963).  COMET TV is an over-air broadcast network that can be tuned in with a digital antenna and viewed subscription free.  No need for cable, satellite or Wi-Fi, to watch COMET TV.  In the Metro Detroit area of Michigan just tune to Channel 19-7 with a television antenna.

COMET TV focuses on horror and science fiction programming so it is a channel I'm regularly tuning into. If the network isn't available to view locally, you can also watch it online via an iOS app, Roku, or cometTV.com.  In addition to airing classic horror movies from the 60s, 70s and 80s they are also showing some more recent horror flicks this month as well including The Woods (2005), Silence of the Lambs (1991), Lord of Illusions (1995) and The Rage: Carrie 2 (1999).

Sci-Fi fans aren't being left out this month either as COMET TV is airing ROBOCOP movie marathons throughout October.  Plus the television show Andromeda begins airing this month on COMET TV.  Based upon material by the late writer Gene Roddenberry, Andromeda revolves around the adventures of Captain Dylan Hunt and the crew of the Andromeda Ascendant as they try to restore the Systems Commonwealth, a government that was responsible for a time of extended peace and prosperity.

A Geek Daddy has a prize pack of items highlighting this month's programming on COMET TV to giveaway.  For a chance to win please follow @Geekdad248 on Twitter and retweet the embedded message below before 11:59 pm ET on Friday, October 27, 2017.  Must be a United States resident over 18 years old to be eligible for the giveaway.

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