Film Threat Has New Movie Review, Plans To Offer Monthly Shows

 
For fans of the Film Threat theater, which appeared in July to review "Attack of the Doc," it's back with a review of a B movie from a small producer, "Corona Zombies."

Enjoy next level watch parties in SL with the new Film Threat virtual cinema experience!

 “We’re amazed at how Linden Lab was able to bring the spirit of Film Threat to life in this virtual space and thrilled that we’ll be able to conduct screenings and other special events in a whole new way,” says Chris Gore, founder of Film Threat. “It’s our hope to grow this venue and events to engage with Film Threat and indie film fans around the world.” Film Threat is the leading independent film news and review site, offering the scoop on the latest releases as well as curated picks from past decades.

Inspired by theaters and film festivals from the physical world, this two-story virtual cinema venue offers a unique and immersive way to experience movies. The space was first revealed back in July for Kickstarter backers of Gore’s upcoming Attack of the Doc documentary as part of an exclusive sneak peek. This region offers food trucks, sleek cafes, and modern lounges to house insightful discussions amongst Residents. Additionally, Film Threat-branded exclusive collectible merchandise can be found at booths throughout the venue.

On October 28, about a week after the announcement in the Linden blog, a video review of a movie went up at the theater: "Corona Zombies." Planning for the film had started before the Pandemic started. When it hit, the producers decided to have fun with it, and had the virus zombyfy the infected. And like other zombies, they would try to eat the living. In response a "Corona Squad" was created to deal with them. The review showed the film going about like a cheesy 1970s monster flick, with low budget special effects, bad and unnecessarily dubbed dialouge, characters making dumb decisions that get them killed, etc. But the producers and actors had fun doing it. 

Dropping in at the opening, which lasted from 11AM to 2PM SL time, there were a number of Lindens in the crowd. Cris Gore was also there in his avatar with the same name.

The next review, for the movie "Insert Coin," is scheduled to appear about a week from now on Thursday November 11, "The oral history of a team of geeks and misfits in the back of a Chicago factory creating the biggest video games (Mortal Kombat, NBA JAM, and others) of all time." On December 16

To see the blog post in full, Click Here.

Film Threat PortalA (238/103/23)

Addition: Checking again, the theater wasn't playing the film review at the time. It may be playing only at certain times, or perhaps has stopped until the next one.

Bixyl Shuftan
 

Screening Event At Film Threat in Second Life

 

Yesterday, Thursday July 29, there was an "exclusive invitation" by Linden Lab to the residents.  This was for an event that was a cooperation between Linden Lab and the director of a TV show documentary.

You are invited to an exclusive event on July 29 at 3PM-7PM (Pacific Time).

The entire presentation is 30 minutes, but hang out after to chat in Second Life! Attendees will see the teaser trailer debut, poster reveal and get a first look at the documentary "Attack of the Doc!" with host Chris Gore. Spots are limited, so don’t miss out!

Film Threat is a four sim area showing a large theater building in the middle. In front are a number of food trucks and a few stalls where one can pick up a "swag bag" that contains t-shirts of the event. What's currently playing is a teaser to a documentary of "Attack of the Show," a live television show that "reviewed new technology, aired parodies, discussed pop culture and general news, and gave previews of video games, movies, and digital media." It aired from 2005 to 2013. One of the people behind it, Chris Gore, was producing the documentary that was named "Attack of the Doc." It is planned to air in 2022.

 I found out about the event in a group chat. Heading over, there were a number of people there, including Brett Linden in the seats, and at one point Patch Linden walked in. Also there was Chantal Harvey, a machinima producer from Second Life's golden age over a decade ago. And Chris Gore was there himself, in an avatar with his real-life name. 

Talking to Chris Gore (and getting the okay to use the conversation, he was enjoying his time in Second Life,  "This is cool!" He went on to say, "We do plan to do other events in here. ... We're planning monthly events starting in September. No date set, but pay attention on social media to find out."

While the event was listed in the official blog, it was under "Highlights of the Second Life Destination Guide." So those checking out the blog would notice it while those who just peeked at secondlife.com wouldn't know about it without clicking further.

The Film Threat theater is at Film Threat A/(133/6/23). It's unknown how long the teaser will keep playing.
 
Bixyl Shuftan