On a chilly Fall day in Chicago, over a thousand horror enthusiasts made their annual trek to the Music Box Theatre for 24-hours of blood-soaked entertainment on the big screen October 25-26. For the fourth year in a row, the Music Box is playing host to the "MASSACRE" - a lineup of new and classic films with special guests, memorabilia vendors, charity auctions, and a general celebration of the genre we hold so dear. Noon - THE HAUNTED HOUSE 12:30 p.m. -DR. JEKYLL & MR. HYDE 1:45 p.m. - THE OLD DARK HOUSE 3:15 p.m. - EYES WITHOUT A FACE
5 p.m. - MAY 7:30 p.m. - MIDNIGHT MEAT TRAIN (with Clive Barker in person) Preceded by RUE MORGUE founder Rodrigo Gudino's short film THE FACTS IN THE CASE OF MR. HOLLOW 10:15 p.m. - FRIDAY THE 13TH: THE FINAL CHAPTER (with director Joseph Zito) 12:30 p.m. - DEAD ALIVE 2:15 a.m. - THE PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE 4 a.m. - BLACK SABBATH 6 a.m. - PIECES 7:45 a.m. - JACK BROOKS: MONSTER SLAYER 9:30 a.m. - THE EXORCIST
The highlight of the event for many was undoubtedly the appearance of Clive Barker, who was in-town not only for the 'Massacre but also a showing of his original artwork at Chicago's Packer Shopf Gallery (See Photos Below). In addition to introducing the screening of MIDNIGHT MEAT TRAIN, Barker held a rousing Q & A prior to spending a good couple of hours chatting with attendees and signing. Each year, a charity auction is held - this year benefiting Vital Bridges, a Chicago organization that provides support for low-income families living with HIV/AIDS. Mr. Barker generously contributed a brand-new piece of artwork to the auction - an original drawing of the iconic "Pinhead" from HELLRAISER, created in his hotel room earlier in the day. After a brief bidding war ensued, the drawing was purchased by a lucky attendee, then signed by Barker himself.

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|2008-11-10 19:56:58 Rachel (zombie chick)
Im one of the zombie gals above. I must say that its not the most flattering picture of me but, being a bloody chicago-an is what i do best. Music box massacre this year was absolutely fantastic. I would recommend it to anyone who Likes horror movies and likes to network with people of the same interests. It was a pleasure to meet the people from Fangoria and i cant wait to see you guys at other shows!
XoXo Rachel and remember GET MASSACRED!
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|2008-10-31 19:47:07 John Z
I LOVE the Music Box. One of my favorite theaters when I lived in Chicago. Perfect fit for Fango. Thanks for the report and the many photos. Wish I had been there.

