Vhs viral has a hidden segment called gorgeous vortex. From 2012 to 2014 he wrote and directed a segment in three different anthology horror films. But the additional vignette was prematurely announced and when it wasnt included in the films theatrical and vod release, fans wondered if it was left out because it was of inferior quality. In keeping with tradition, the vhs franchise continues to roll out some amazing posters for each segment, with the latest coming to us from the bonus short film gorgeous vortex found on the vh. Daily dead recently spoke with lincoln about gorgeous vortex and his participation in the horror anthology. But there is something far more sinister occurring in the streets of l.
I was not a big fan of any of the stories of the original movie, but this is truly 3 steps below all of them. Viral hits bluray tomorrow, many people will be getting their first look at director todd lincolns bonus segment, gorgeous vortex. The final film in the vhs trilogy, created by brad miska, features a series of foundfootage shorts written and directed by nacho vigalondo, marcel sarmiento, gregg bishop, justin benson and aaron scott moorhead. With magnet releasing putting the third vhs tape on dvd and. It appears as a surprise segment after the end credits of vhs. Vhs viral has a hidden segment called gorgeous vortex starring. Directed by justin benson, gregg bishop, todd lincoln. A few short horrors, one that plays between them that somehow branches them all together. Viral now out on bluray, many people have finally been getting their first look at director todd lincolns bonus segment, gorgeous vortex. Overcome by curiosity, the two explore each others worlds. Vhs viral gorgeous vortex impressions dread central. By geno mcgahee in 2012, vhs was released and it became a hit. Dozens of fameobsessed teens flock to the streets with their video cameras and camera phones, hellbent on capturing the next viral video.
It wasnt great, but it was different and it stood out. The segment, directed by todd lincoln, was initially supposed to be included in the anthology as a surprise segment. Youre going to see todd lincolns vhs viral segment. In 2014 he also released open windows, a technothriller film that marked his englishlanguage debut. An additional segment was filmed, but todd lincolns short, gorgeous vortex. The first 2 movies were solid and held the same connected backstory but with viral its like they completely forgot about the backstory. At first the worlds seem exact duplicates, but they are revealed to hold divergent dominant religions. Id recommend searching that out instead, if youre a fan of the. Vhs virals gorgeous vortex debuts a poster wicked horror. Gorgeous vortex is an experimental, highfashion horror film about a woman fleeing a secret organization. Viral comes with a good 1080p hd transfer presented in 1.
As a pornographic snuff film plays in the background, his wife marta prompts him to perform a ceremony with two men. A found footage horror anthology with reference to the lost video format of vhs, vhs was something unique and it had its moments. I personally really like it and it contains one of my favourite segments in the whole series. In bonestorm, a police helicopter eventually responds to the ensuing chaos. In vhs a group of thugs go to a house to get a tape. Viral is a 2014 american anthology horror film from bloody disgusting. The general consensus is that vhs viral is the weakest of the trilogy.
Todd lincoln talks about the gorgeous vortex of vhs. Viral just wasnt creepy like the first 2 movies were, it lacked way too much in my opinion. Vhs 2 lacked some of the originality but still felt like a solid horror film. Gorgeous vortex was great in every sense of he word. Emmy argo, justin benson, gregg bishop, aaron moorhead, marcel sarmiento, nacho vigalondo. Spanish video during the vhs days, and for our dvd releases. Come inside and take a look at the recently released poster after the break. Each vhs film has seen specially designed, and often totally rad, posters released for its respective segments. Created by brad miska, this chilling movie features foundfootage shorts written and directed by gregg bishop, justin benson, aaron scott moorhead, nacho vigalondo, and marcel. These were all supposedly filmed on a variety of cameras, ranging from security cams, gopros, old vhs cameras, and newer digital cameras. This newly debuted vhs viral clip comes from the excised gorgeous vortex segment. And they cut one of the stories out, so its short, too. Sometimes simple, even in horror films, just works. Unlike the region 1 release this lacks the gorgeous vortex extra short.
Gorgeous vortex is directed by todd lincoln the apparition. Although some of the segments were okay at best, overall i didnt like it. Gorgeous vortex, even if it isnt found footage, is somewhat wellliked for its surreal horror aspects, and there are some people that wish it wasnt cut from the film funny moments. Viral, the 2014 installment of the vhs horror series, the anthology films producers are hoping the addition of a brand new segment, dubbed gorgeous vortex.
New this week on dvd in the uk and on demand and digital download on itunes, amazon, and other. Like its predecessors, viral is a strong step in the experimental horror subgenre, where boundaries are pushed and creativity rewarded. While there is some uneven delivery as with all the. Viral bursts onto the horror scene, it is impossible not to recall and compare it to its two, strong prequels, vhs and vhs2. Aicn horror talks with all five directors from vhs viral. On each side of an interdimensional portal, parallel versions of inventor alfonso cautiously greet each other. Viral, and that it wasnt cut at the last moment for any. Follows a sinister, shadowy organization that is tracking a serial killer. The only thing it has going for it is also the dumbest thing about it. I can see why it was left off the main movie, and as much as i was underwhelmed by vhs viral, im glad gorgeous vortex wasnt part of my initial viewing experience. Significantly different in tone from anything else in the vhs universe, it was decided that it didnt fit the template at the 11th hour leaving a brisk 81 minute running time and increasing. Viral is the third and last movie in the vhs trillogy, and it contains not the same vibe, but. Im not going to say that its wonderful, and it certainly defies the supposed conceit of found footage. Vhs viral just feels like it lacks the same vision and direction that vhs 1 and 2 had.
Weve been trying to keep this secret since vhs viral was originally announced but youre going to finally see todd lincolns top secret gorgeous vortex, which many sites are. Virals home video release comes with an exclusive new short titled gorgeous vortex. Vhs viral segment gorgeous vortex gets a gorgeous illustrated poster february 20, 2015 matt wavish news 0 the vhs horror anthology series have always released really cool illustrated posters for each segment, and now finally comes the poster for the hidden segment gorgeous vortex. Vhs viral 2014 riversofgrue february 8, 2016 anthology. Final segment of vhs trilogy released on youtube exclusive 26 october 2016 the wrap. That all said, the official line is that gorgeous vortex was always meant to be a surprise entry into the home video release of vhs. I would certainly recommend seeing it once, although i cant really say it was worth seeing in theatres.
Victorias secret model jayden robinson stars in the todd lincolndirected vhs viral story on video tomorrow. Vhs was probably my favorite horror film of 2012, some of the shorts fell flat static monster and connecting story but most of the others are really amazing, especially the last. Lincolns entry, enticingly named gorgeous vortex, never actually made the final cut. Viral is an american anthology film produced by bloody disgusting and is the final film in the vhs trilogy. Gorgeous vortex was instead revealed to the world and left audiences wondering why exactly it wasnt there when the third film in the. Vhs viral is really disappointing, unfortunately, and its exacerbated by the fact that all of these directors have made quality movies before. Just in time for fashion week, the release of the third installment of the vhs series walks the bluray runway today, modeling four new installments.
With rim basma, lindsay clift, laura eschmann, jade gotcher. And, really, theres nothing creepier than a cult in black ropes with white ski masks stalking someone. Viral was first announced, a piece of information was accidentally revealed thats caused almost a year of speculation. Viral s home video release comes with an exclusive new short titled gorgeous vortex. Fandom apps take your favorite fandoms with you and never miss a beat. Viral is the third and last movie in the vhs trillogy, and it contains not the same vibe, but its still overall found footage. A beautifully shot, dialoguefree collage of nightmare images not included in the theatrical cut of the movie, gorgeous vortex is now available exclusively on the bluray and dvd of vhs.
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