Exclusive: Louise Blain is joining Blumhouse Games as Creative Lead, the company said Wednesday. In her new role, the journalist and radio host will work with the partners at the nascent division to bring their creative vision to life in their optimal form with a focus on narrative and world building. She’ll also help the studio to identify and vet potential partners and game ideas.
With more than 12 years of experience across magazines, online content and podcasts, Blain is dialed in to the horror genre. She also served as host of the BBC radio program Sound of Gaming.
“Louise brings an encyclopedic knowledge of horror across all media, particularly in video games,” said Blumhouse Games president Zach Wood. “Her creative lens and prior experience in genre perfectly aligns with our goal of delivering unique and creative horror game experiences to our audience.”
Added Blain: “As a big fan of...
With more than 12 years of experience across magazines, online content and podcasts, Blain is dialed in to the horror genre. She also served as host of the BBC radio program Sound of Gaming.
“Louise brings an encyclopedic knowledge of horror across all media, particularly in video games,” said Blumhouse Games president Zach Wood. “Her creative lens and prior experience in genre perfectly aligns with our goal of delivering unique and creative horror game experiences to our audience.”
Added Blain: “As a big fan of...
- 9/6/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
And you thought your work week was bad: Try surviving five nights at a Chuck E. Cheese-esque murder house.
The beloved campy video game series “Five Nights at Freddy’s” has landed a live-action film, with Josh Hutcherson and Matthew Lillard portraying unhinged security guards at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza, where the animatronic corporate mascots come to life at night. Jim Henson’s Creature Shop is behind bringing the toys to life for the big screen.
Based on the horror survival video game series of the same name, “Five Nights at Freddy’s” is directed by Emma Tammi. Tammi co-wrote the film with video game creator Scott Cawthon, who self-published the hit game in 2014. Seth Cuddeback also co-wrote the script.
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” was filmed in New Orleans, with horror outfit Blumhouse producing along with Striker Entertainment. Creator Cawthon produces with Jason Blum and executive producer Russell Binder.
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” has spurred nine sequels,...
The beloved campy video game series “Five Nights at Freddy’s” has landed a live-action film, with Josh Hutcherson and Matthew Lillard portraying unhinged security guards at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza, where the animatronic corporate mascots come to life at night. Jim Henson’s Creature Shop is behind bringing the toys to life for the big screen.
Based on the horror survival video game series of the same name, “Five Nights at Freddy’s” is directed by Emma Tammi. Tammi co-wrote the film with video game creator Scott Cawthon, who self-published the hit game in 2014. Seth Cuddeback also co-wrote the script.
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” was filmed in New Orleans, with horror outfit Blumhouse producing along with Striker Entertainment. Creator Cawthon produces with Jason Blum and executive producer Russell Binder.
“Five Nights at Freddy’s” has spurred nine sequels,...
- 6/27/2023
- by Samantha Bergeson
- Indiewire
Exclusive: Okwui Okpokwasili (Agatha: Coven of Chaos) is the newest addition to the cast of Blumhouse, Morgan Creek, Universal and Peacock‘s continuation of The Exorcist, eyed as the first film in a new franchise.
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The actress joins an ensemble that includes the original horror classic’s Ellen Burstyn as well as Leslie Odom Jr, Olivia Marcum, Ann Dowd, Lidya Jewett and Raphael Sbarge.
The first Exorcist film from director William Friedkin grossed over $441 million and won two Oscars upon its 1973 release, telling the story of Chris MacNeil’s (Burstyn) efforts to save her demon-possessed daughter Regan (Linda Blair). The upcoming continuation helmed...
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The actress joins an ensemble that includes the original horror classic’s Ellen Burstyn as well as Leslie Odom Jr, Olivia Marcum, Ann Dowd, Lidya Jewett and Raphael Sbarge.
The first Exorcist film from director William Friedkin grossed over $441 million and won two Oscars upon its 1973 release, telling the story of Chris MacNeil’s (Burstyn) efforts to save her demon-possessed daughter Regan (Linda Blair). The upcoming continuation helmed...
- 3/1/2023
- by Matt Grobar
- Deadline Film + TV
Blumhouse is launching a new subsidiary to produce and publish video games with Zach Wood as President and Don Sechler as CFO.
Blumhouse Games will team with independent game developers to create original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences. In the spirit of its the studio’s mission, Blumhouse Games will target indie-budget games (below $10M) in pushing creative boundaries.
“For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media. When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we knew it was a perfect place for us to start our push into the interactive space.” said Abhijay Prakash, Blumhouse President. “With their experience, sensibility and knowledge of the gaming marketplace Zach and Don are the ideal leaders to leverage Blumhouse’s unique genre strengths into gaming.”
“Through my time in the industry,...
Blumhouse Games will team with independent game developers to create original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences. In the spirit of its the studio’s mission, Blumhouse Games will target indie-budget games (below $10M) in pushing creative boundaries.
“For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media. When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we knew it was a perfect place for us to start our push into the interactive space.” said Abhijay Prakash, Blumhouse President. “With their experience, sensibility and knowledge of the gaming marketplace Zach and Don are the ideal leaders to leverage Blumhouse’s unique genre strengths into gaming.”
“Through my time in the industry,...
- 2/21/2023
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
Blumhouse is sinking its horror chops into the video-game biz.
The media company on Tuesday announced the launch of Blumhouse Games, a new subsidiary that will produce and publish “indie budget” video games (below $10 million) “in the spirit of its film business” in a way that will “enable innovation and push creative boundaries.”
The company has named veteran video-game producer Zach Wood (above left) as president and ex-PlayStation exec Don Sechler (above right) as CFO of the new venture. Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers to bring their creative visions to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile platforms.
Blumhouse president Abhijay Prakash said the company had been looking at building out a team to “start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media” for some time. “When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we...
The media company on Tuesday announced the launch of Blumhouse Games, a new subsidiary that will produce and publish “indie budget” video games (below $10 million) “in the spirit of its film business” in a way that will “enable innovation and push creative boundaries.”
The company has named veteran video-game producer Zach Wood (above left) as president and ex-PlayStation exec Don Sechler (above right) as CFO of the new venture. Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers to bring their creative visions to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile platforms.
Blumhouse president Abhijay Prakash said the company had been looking at building out a team to “start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media” for some time. “When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we...
- 2/21/2023
- by Todd Spangler
- Variety Film + TV
Blumhouse, the studio that brought you horror hits like "M3GAN," "The Purge," "Split," and many others, is officially getting into the video game business. Announced via a press release today, the multimedia company is launching a new subsidiary with the explicit purpose of producing and publishing video games. The new division's name? Rather appropriately, Blumhouse Games.
Zach Wood, a veteran of the gaming industry with more than 30 years of experience, will serve as President of Blumhouse Games and Don Sechler, who headed finance, operations, and strategy for Sony PlayStation's publisher and developer relations function, will serve as CFO. The company will partner with independent game developers and the aim is "to bring their creative vision to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences." Very interestingly, the company will target indie-budget games to enable innovation and push creative boundaries.
Similarly, Jason Blum's movie studio has made...
Zach Wood, a veteran of the gaming industry with more than 30 years of experience, will serve as President of Blumhouse Games and Don Sechler, who headed finance, operations, and strategy for Sony PlayStation's publisher and developer relations function, will serve as CFO. The company will partner with independent game developers and the aim is "to bring their creative vision to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences." Very interestingly, the company will target indie-budget games to enable innovation and push creative boundaries.
Similarly, Jason Blum's movie studio has made...
- 2/21/2023
- by Ryan Scott
- Slash Film
Blumhouse has been one of the biggest names in the horror genre for almost fifteen years, with their projects including Paranormal Activity, Insidious, Sinister, The Purge, Happy Death Day, The Invisible Man, The Black Phone, M3GAN, Sick, the recent Halloween sequel trilogy, and much more. And now Blumhouse is looking to expand into the realm of horror video games as well, launching a new subsidiary called Blumhouse Games! Venture Beat reports that Blumhouse Games will be headed up by president Zach Wood and CFO Don Sechler.
Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers to bring their creative visions to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences. In the spirit of its film business, Blumhouse Games will target indie-budget games (below $10 million) to enable innovation and push creative boundaries.
Zach Wood has been a video game producer for over 25 years and has brought more than 30 games...
Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers to bring their creative visions to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences. In the spirit of its film business, Blumhouse Games will target indie-budget games (below $10 million) to enable innovation and push creative boundaries.
Zach Wood has been a video game producer for over 25 years and has brought more than 30 games...
- 2/21/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Because “Bioshock” just wasn’t creepy enough, enter: Blumhouse.
The company behind movies “M3GAN,” the new “Halloween” stuff, and “The Purge” is coming for the “horror-themed” video-game market, according to a Tuesday announcement. And it’s got legits: Blumhouse has hired Zach Wood as president of Blumhouse Games and Dan Sechler as CFO. More on them below.
Buried in this morning’s press release was also this nugget: “At the end of last year, Blumhouse and Atomic Monster announced that they were looking to merge. That deal is anticipated to close sometime in the summer.”
Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers on original games for console, PC, and mobile platforms. It will focus on indie-budget games (below $10 million), which fits with “the spirit of its film business,” the press release reads.
“For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media.
The company behind movies “M3GAN,” the new “Halloween” stuff, and “The Purge” is coming for the “horror-themed” video-game market, according to a Tuesday announcement. And it’s got legits: Blumhouse has hired Zach Wood as president of Blumhouse Games and Dan Sechler as CFO. More on them below.
Buried in this morning’s press release was also this nugget: “At the end of last year, Blumhouse and Atomic Monster announced that they were looking to merge. That deal is anticipated to close sometime in the summer.”
Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers on original games for console, PC, and mobile platforms. It will focus on indie-budget games (below $10 million), which fits with “the spirit of its film business,” the press release reads.
“For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media.
- 2/21/2023
- by Tony Maglio
- Indiewire
Bloody Disgusting has learned this morning that Blumhouse, the multimedia company, is launching a new subsidiary to produce and publish video games. The company has appointed Zach Wood as President and Don Sechler as CFO of the new venture.
Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers to bring their creative vision to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences. In the spirit of its film business, Blumhouse Games will target indie-budget games (below $10M) to enable innovation and pushing creative boundaries.
“For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media. When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we knew it was a perfect place for us to start our push into the interactive space.” said Abhijay Prakash, Blumhouse President. “With their experience,...
Blumhouse Games will partner with independent game developers to bring their creative vision to life via original, horror-themed games for console, PC and mobile audiences. In the spirit of its film business, Blumhouse Games will target indie-budget games (below $10M) to enable innovation and pushing creative boundaries.
“For some time we have been looking to build out a team to start accessing the growth opportunity in interactive media. When we sat with Zach and Don they articulated an approach that resonated with Blumhouse’s model and we knew it was a perfect place for us to start our push into the interactive space.” said Abhijay Prakash, Blumhouse President. “With their experience,...
- 2/21/2023
- by John Squires
- bloody-disgusting.com
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