Matt Loftus
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Horror-obsessed writer and Filmmaker
Read my ramblings here and see my short films on YouTube:MattLoftus85
My TikTok @mattloftus85
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7 Stephen King Adaptions We've Yet To See!
When it comes to Stephen King, you'd be hard-pressed to find another author with as many number one best-selling books that have also been turned into movies/TV shows over the years. However, there's a portion of his work that never seems to come up in conversation and I for one want to see them brought to life dammit!
By Matt Loftusabout a year ago in Horror
How My Horror Video's Went SCARY Viral on TikTok
I've been an amateur horror filmmaker since my 'teens' and have tried almost every platform for video sharing over the years. When I started looking into the popular TikTok app last year I was delighted to find there was a HUGE horror community hiding there amongst the dancing, miming and thirst trap content (look it up). I've now become a viral creator in a relatively short amount of time and hopefully I'll continue to keep up the momentum as I go. So stick around and I'll take you on my horror themed ghost train! who knows, you might even enjoy it...
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
I Wasn't In The Horror-Thriller MARIONETTE/REPRESSION
Have you ever desperatly wanted to appear in a movie from a certain genre? Well I bloody well have and back in December 2018 I thought it had finally happened when I was booked to be in the horror/Thriller Marionette aka Repression. Did all my dreams come true? Not quite, Stick around to find out how my day went on the set of this Scottish/American production.
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Confessions
Join The Vocal Horror Community Today!!
As a longtime writer here on Vocal.Media I've come to realise that my personal favourite genre is relatively unsung on the main website. I'm specifically talking about the one and only Horror genre. I've been into things that go bump in the night since before I could read and it's a dark subject I am deadly passionate about. Having just made it through the Halloween season I know for a fact that I'm not the only one here and frankly that's a relief.
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
My Claustrophobic Day As an Extra On SHETLAND
Lights, Camera, Action!! I love hearing those words (or something similar) on a film/TV production. Considering I work a 'normal' job like everyone else, getting to put on a costume and play around in a fictional world is extremely appealing to me. Imagine my delight when I was in a wet suit and found myself climbing into a decompression chamber for my latest shoot. This was for episode one of the popular detective drama Shetland and I have to say it was a total blast. So take a deep breath and dive into my day on set, if you dare!
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Geeks
I Was an Extra! Brian Cox Turned 70 on Set of Netflix's Movie 'Churchill'
Sir Winston Churchill, the man, the myth, the legend, has been brought to life on-screen over the years by a variety of actors. Back in 2016 I got to be a background player for two days on the drama epic CHURCHILL starring Dundee born actor Brian Cox. How was my experience you ask? Stick around and I'll tell you my tale. I even made it into the trailer below, around the one minute fifty mark if you're in a rush...
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Geeks
Enter To Win Fright-Night On Bluray Today!!
The dark days are upon us and you won't survive the night without at least one good horror movie. The good thing is if you're reading this you stand a chance to get one by entering our Fright-Night giveaway! Where you can grab yourself a copy of the 2 disc special-edition Bluray of Fright Night 1985 to take home. Keep reading to find out how to enter and further prize details.
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
10 Haunted House Movies Perfect For The Halloween Season
Have you ever felt like you weren't alone in your own home? Hopefully not but If you manage to survive my list of "10 Haunted House Movies For The Halloween Season" you might start to think otherwise. Don't worry though these are all works of fiction...well most of them anyway. Read on if you dare!!
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
8 Vampire MoviesTo Die For!
So, You've hung the crosses on the wall and have reams of garlic around your neck, so what's next? Well, since you're pretty well protected you could pop on a vampire movie that'll scare you silly. The real question is what movie are you gonna watch? Not sure? Don't worry, I've got you covered with these 8 unique vampire flicks that will seriously give you the creeps.
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
11 Fiendish Fright-Night Part 2 Facts
The sequel to the popular smash hit movie Fright-Night (1985) had the strange and difficult task of recapturing the magic of its predecessor. Released only 3 years after the original, it struggled to find a home and these are just some of the strange things that dog the movie's legacy. Many fans feel the film is a somewhat ok sequel to the original but personally, I think the movie is a total hoot and deserves more recognition from its horror fandom.
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
- Top Story - October 2021
11 Fearsome Fright-Night Facts For Super-Fans!Top Story - October 2021
Fans of 80's horror will no doubt have fond memories of picking up this horror vampire-gorefest at their local video store. Fright Night was a smash-hit blockbuster when it was released in 1985, earning a direct sequel and a couple of remakes along the way. It perfectly combines classic Bram Stoker vampire lore whilst adding in a fun 80's snapshot of teenage life. I mean, what's not to love about a boy next door finding out his neighbour is a blood-sucking vampire and having to fight back? Nothing that's what!
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Horror
WINTER
Simon's drive to work in winter was always boring, bland and colourless, except for her piercing green eyes. He'd seen the girl before, many times, always in the same place and always seeming to stare into him as he passed her by the side of the road. She used to have her thumb out trying to hitch a ride into town, but lately, she seemed to stand there limply staring at him. Always in the same spot, he noticed, never further up the road and she was always gone on his drive home.
By Matt Loftus2 years ago in Fiction
