Clive Barker’s British horror classic Hellraiser is rumoured
to be getting a makeover; like other classic horror films such as Evil Dead (a
remake with some class!) Hellraiser the reboot will keep its hedonistic stories
of ultimate pleasure and betrayal; pushing boundaries beyond the imagination of
the human mind and even psyche.
Sonar Entertainment is also planning a Hellraiser TV series. The new CEO Stewart Till said
"I've spent more time in film
than in television, and I see that a lot of values of film, which are great
writers, great directors, are becoming more and more relevant in television.
The gap between an O.K. show and a great show is getting bigger and bigger and
our obsession going forward will be to find high quality shows that people
really want. If you look at our slate, you'll see shows that have either a
great brand name like King Tut or Hellraiser that arrive with a recognition, a
build-in marketing platform and/or a great writer like 'MPH' with Steven E. de
Souza."
Sonar is co-developing the television series with Eric
Gardner from Panacea Entertainment. Gardner will executive produce along with
Larry Kuppin, whose own company New World Entertainment is behind the first two
"Hellraiser" films.
Synopsis
One of the most successful (and terrifying) franchises in
film history is ready for its weekly television debut.
For over 25 years, fans have followed the exploits of an
insidious villain named Pinhead, summoned from a nightmarish underworld by an
ancient puzzle box. He will seduce you with power and tempt you with fear,
until your soul belongs to him.
Now, for the first time, a weekly series set in the fantastic
realm of Hellraiser will thrill audiences worldwide.
Yes I did just say that. I personally will be awaiting that
one!
Let’s hope Clive Barker thinks the same. Talking of Barker; I
am due to start a unique master’s degree at The University of Derby and below
is a little insight to it. If you like horror you will love this degree!
The UK has a long history of horror and it has become
increasingly popular and more acceptable over the past few decades. The MA in
Horror and Transgression will examine diverse forms of horror and transgression
internationally. Those interested in philosophy and theoretical views and
analyses will get a rich source of knowledge from the course, examining
theories such as those of Julia Kristeva, Georges Bataille, Michel Foucault and
Gilles Deleuze among others.
When undertaking the MA in Horror and Transgression you will
not only explore varied approaches in Humanities but you will also be able to
develop your own unique skills and investigate your own interests within the
field of horror and transgression. There is opportunity to take your research
project in a variety of disciplines including English Literature; Theatre,
Media or Film studies; Creative writing and American Studies.
This new innovative course at Derby University allows the
student to examine their research both critically and creatively using the
international expertise of valued writers and academics. Aided by current
published researchers you will be able to develop knowledge of your chosen
field of research.
The
themes of Horror and Transgression explore what our limits consist of and the
boundaries of culture and society.
(Derby University Website, MA
in Horror and Transgression)
We have an understanding of the ‘norm’ and when this line of
the ‘norm’ is crossed we have transgression. Crossing the limits of set
boundaries within society; whether they are moral or social, can cause many
problems for the established standard of behaviour. We analyse culture to
understand what is ‘human’ and what is ‘not human’.
One aspect I am particularly excited about is the fact that
the course has the backing of the great horror writer and director Clive Barker
(Hellraiser, Dread). Anyone interested in Horror in any form would enjoy this
course.
The course is available to study one year full time or two
or three years part time. I applied to start this September and I got an unconditional
offer and yes I accepted.
Please take a look at the course. If you love horror in any
form; not just film, but literature and more - this is the right course for you!
Please take a closer look by clicking on the links below.
Well I am enrolled and I have paid my fees so I am all ready to start University...again. The MA in Horror and Transgression is a very unique degree which allows the student to research in depth into horror shown in it's many forms. Combining both taught and research modules the course allows you to explore the many different approaches used in the humanities sector.
Within the course there is the chance to undertake various paths of research, whether critical or creative, in fields such as; Film Studies, Media Studies, American Studies, Creative Writing, English Literature and Theatre Studies. What are the boundaries of culture and society? How do we analyse these different limits? A quote from Derby University's website states that
