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FINAL DESTINATION (2000) d. James Wong (USA) FINAL DESTINATION 2 (2003) d. David R. Ellis (USA) FINAL DESTINATION 3 (2006) d. James Wong (USA) THE FINAL DESTINATION (2009) d. David R. Ellis (USA) FINAL DESTINATION 5 (2011) d. Steven Quale (USA) Created by Jeffrey Reddick, the Final Destination franchise introduced a unique concept: Death as an unstoppable force that relentlessly hunts down survivors who cheat its grasp. Tonight, AC and the gang explore the fascinating origins of this chilling idea and how it became the backbone of the series, fueling the horrifying and creative death sequences that have captivated audiences for 25 years. Our expert panel of enthusiastic FD fans (Ashley Lamers, Mike Mayo, Frank Merle, Vanessa Morgan, Ciara Wylie) delves into the films’ hidden Easter eggs and behind-the-scenes trivia, from the special effects wizardry behind some of the most memorable kills, to the inspirations drawn from real-life experiences. And, of course, we can't forget fan favorite Tony Todd, whose ominous presence as the mysterious coroner has become one of the series' most iconic elements. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the franchise, this is the ultimate destination for all things Final Destination! ------------------------------------------ ASHLEY LAMERS is a professional counselor, animal advocate, coffee enthusiast, straight edge vegan feminist, and horror lover with a “do no harm, take no shit” sensibility. She has two cats, a business, and many opinions. MIKE MAYO has written several books about film and popular culture, among them VideoHound’s Horror Show and American Murder. He is also the author of the Jimmy Quinn historical suspense novels set in Prohibition-era New York. FRANK MERLE is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker originally from Chicago, IL. He has written and directed several award-winning and critically-acclaimed films, including The Employer (2013), starring Malcolm McDowell and Billy Zane, and From Jennifer (2017), starring Derek Mears and Tony Todd. Next up is Namaka, a dark fantasy starring Jamie Kennedy and David Howard Thornton. VANESSA MORGAN is the author of several horror novels and film guides (When Animals Attack, Strange blood, Evil Seeds) – available from Amazon https://amzn.to/3Hzm0wN. She's also the creator of Traveling Cats, the first travel blog for cat lovers – https://traveling-cats.com. CIARA WYLIE is a lifelong horror fan and co-creator of Deep Cuts Horror Trivia in Chicago, IL. In her free time she can be found screaming into the uncaring void about Final Destination 3. ---------------------------------------------------------- Keep Searching, Keep Exploring, and, most of all, Keep Sharing the Scare!
FINAL DESTINATION (2000) d. James Wong (USA) FINAL DESTINATION 2 (2003) d. David R. Ellis (USA) FINAL DESTINATION 3 (2006) d. James Wong (USA) THE FINAL DESTINATION (2009) d. David R. Ellis (USA) FINAL DESTINATION 5 (2011) d. Steven Quale (USA) Created by Jeffrey Reddick, the Final Destination franchise introduced a unique concept: Death as an unstoppable force that relentlessly hunts down survivors who cheat its grasp. Tonight, AC and the gang explore the fascinating origins of this chilling idea and how it became the backbone of the series, fueling the horrifying and creative death sequences that have captivated audiences for 25 years. Our expert panel of enthusiastic FD fans (Ashley Lamers, Mike Mayo, Frank Merle, Vanessa Morgan, Ciara Wylie) delves into the films’ hidden Easter eggs and behind-the-scenes trivia, from the special effects wizardry behind some of the most memorable kills, to the inspirations drawn from real-life experiences. And, of course, we can't forget fan favorite Tony Todd, whose ominous presence as the mysterious coroner has become one of the series' most iconic elements. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the franchise, this is the ultimate destination for all things Final Destination! ------------------------------------------ ASHLEY LAMERS is a professional counselor, animal advocate, coffee enthusiast, straight edge vegan feminist, and horror lover with a “do no harm, take no shit” sensibility. She has two cats, a business, and many opinions. MIKE MAYO has written several books about film and popular culture, among them VideoHound’s Horror Show and American Murder. He is also the author of the Jimmy Quinn historical suspense novels set in Prohibition-era New York. FRANK MERLE is a Los Angeles-based filmmaker originally from Chicago, IL. He has written and directed several award-winning and critically-acclaimed films, including The Employer (2013), starring Malcolm McDowell and Billy Zane, and From Jennifer (2017), starring Derek Mears and Tony Todd. Next up is Namaka, a dark fantasy starring Jamie Kennedy and David Howard Thornton. VANESSA MORGAN is the author of several horror novels and film guides (When Animals Attack, Strange blood, Evil Seeds) – available from Amazon https://amzn.to/3Hzm0wN. She's also the creator of Traveling Cats, the first travel blog for cat lovers – https://traveling-cats.com. CIARA WYLIE is a lifelong horror fan and co-creator of Deep Cuts Horror Trivia in Chicago, IL. In her free time she can be found screaming into the uncaring void about Final Destination 3. ---------------------------------------------------------- Keep Searching, Keep Exploring, and, most of all, Keep Sharing the Scare!