Sharpen your bows. Lionsgate Entertainment announced that the DVD and Blu-Ray’s for HUNGER GAMES  is about to shake the world of Panem. The 2-disc sets are due to come out 12:01 AM Saturday August 18th, according to ComingSoon.net. I loved the movie and loved the books, but do people really stand in line for DVD releases?

HUNGER GAMES was the first massive hit of the year, based on the insanely popular young adult trilogy by Suzanne Collins. While it’s financial successes have been overshadowed by AVENGERS of late, it arguably has even more room to grow with subsequent releases, as can be seen by the TWILIGHT and HARRY POTTER franchises (that doesn’t mean it will ever top AVENGERS, however). The dystopian movie, directed by Gary Ross and starring Jennifer Lawrence as the girl on fire, Donald Sutherland, Stanley Tucci, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth, is well worth the rental or purchase.

We sure can glean a lot from the finale of the saga with these two images. For starters, it looks like the film will again star Stewart, Pattinson and Lautner, a huge surprise to us Twihards. And, they won’t be changing their fashion sense (though it is reported that Taylor, to fans regret, will be wearing a shirt in at least one scene). In all seriousness, we do get see Bella’s red eyes and her new undead form, which tickles me in all the wrong places.

Starring Kristen Stewart as the newly vamped Bella Swan, Robert Pattinson as steadfast husband Edward Cullen and Taylor Lautner as Jacob the werewolf and the sexiest third wheel on the planet, BREAKING DAWN PART TWO is set to come out November 16th of this year, just in time for Thanksgiving, though it’s release will feel more like a Black Friday for its avid fans.

Synopsis:
“THE HOST is a riveting story about the survival of love and the human spirit in a time of war. Our world has been invaded by an unseen enemy. Humans become hosts for these invaders, their minds taken over while their bodies remain intact. Most of humanity has succumbed.”

Ve Neil, now of Syfy’s FACE OFF fame, is heading up the special makeup department. The film is currently shooting in Louisiana and New Mexico.

Evan Rachel Wood was last seen in the George Clooney and Ryan Gosling vehicle THE IDES OF MARCH, also appearing in the most recent season of TRUE BLOOD as Sophie-Anne. Hardwicke’s last was the werewolf tale RED RIDING HOOD in 2011. PLUSH is just entering production and no release date has been set.

The LA TIMES reports that Lions Gate Entertainment has officially purchased TWILIGHT studio Summit Entertainment for $412.5 million.

The final film in Stephanie Meyer’s series, THE TWILIGHT SAGA: BREAKING DAWN PART 2, hits theaters next November. But according to LionsGate Chief Executive Officer, John Feltheimer, it might not be the end of the franchise. “I’m anticipating ‘Breaking Dawn Part 2′ being $700 million-plus in worldwide box office.”

In talks of keeping the property alive, when asked specifically about bring TWILIGHT to the small screen, Feltheimer said, “I certainly hope so.”

What do you think? Do you want to see TWILIGHT as a TV Show? Do you think it should end with the last movie? You didn’t really think you’d escape it that easily, did you?

If you or someone you care about is afflicted with Lycanthropy, it is important to know that this condition is not terminal and that you are not alone. Every day thousands of Americans diagnosed with Lycanthropy lead normal, healthy lives by choosing to live within the confines of their condition. Yes, your life will change. But that doesn’t mean that your life is over.

Firstly, if you suspect you are carrying Lycanthropy, DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE FULL MOON TO FIND OUT. Doing so would be incredibly dangerous and your irrational behavior may result in the deaths or fatal injuries. The initial outbreak is much too powerful to control as your bloodlust and sex drive will skyrocket, so it is best to take precautions. There are several ways to tell if you might be infected. Ask yourself:

• Was I recently bitten by a wolf?
• Has my body hair gotten thicker, coarser, darker? Am I no longer bald?
• Do I smell better? (Your nose)
• Do I smell worse? (Your odor)
• Do I have increased physical stamina and strength? Do I often find excuses to take my shirt off?

Don't give me that "Topless Tuesdays" crap.

One sure-fire test is to walk into a pet store. If you are greeted by a barrage of inexplicably howling dogs and hissing cats, you are most likely a Werewolf. Or David Bowie. Now that you know you are Lycan-positive it is important to follow these steps to keep your condition under control:

#1: MAINTAIN A REGULAR SLEEP SCHEDULE, DIET AND EXERCISE.

Sleep, diet and exercise are always the forefront of any recovery, and it’s no different here. You should keep a regular sleep schedule waking at dawn and going to bed early in the evening, just after sunset. Avoid the night as much as possible, as the moonlight enhances your primal urges. And never get caught under the full moon. Keep track of the lunar cycle so you can safely lock yourself away during your ‘time of the month’. Diet and exercise will keep your extra animal energies on an even keel. By eating a nutritious, balanced diet and exercising regularly you won’t be craving to fulfill these urges during an outbreak. This will make you more likely to not break down your door, run amok or eat people.

#2. AVOID SILVER

This should be obvious but many people overlook it. Silver is fatal to the Lycan-positive. Being shot with a silver bullet or stabbed with a silver blade will kill you. Just being near the substance can cause illness or mild skin irritation. As such, make sure to throw out all of your silverware. You’ll be dining with plastic utensils from now on. If you’re concerned about the environment, you can purchase a wooden set. Those are only dangerous to Vampires. And to hell with those guys.

#3. INVEST IN AN ELECTRIC GROOMER

Those disposable CVS blades won’t cut it anymore. Literally. The reinforced hair follicles  will be too tough.  To continue shaving you’ll need to invest in an electric groomer to bypassg in-grown hairs and skin rashes, which are significantly more painful with a breakout of Werewolf hair. Really it’s best to avoid shaving to the skin and opt for trimming instead, giving yourself the permanent 5 o’clock shadow. And don’t wax. NEVER wax.

#4. GET A NICE PAIR OF STRETCH PANTS

Statistically even the most effective protection only works 99.9% of the time. You will not control every transformation and it is very likely that you will get out. Though your main concern will be to get rid of the remains and clean up all of the entrails before you’re caught, why worry about waking up naked in the middle of a bloodbath too? The most well-known Wolfmen almost always maintained their dignity by trusting their legs to a good pair of britches. Even celebrity spokesman and affected Lycanthrope Hugh Jackman manages to cover up with a designer wolf’s mane thong.

But for those of you with a bit more modesty, make sure to look for whatever brand the HULK wears. You know the ones with extra elastic in the waistband — comfort and security all in one pair of pants.

#5. BEING OPEN WITH YOUR PARTNER

One of the most difficult things about being diagnosed is being honest about your condition with your friends, family and loved ones. Confessing is a big step. Rejection, disgust or anger are very real reactions people will have to news of the affliction. However this is only because they are misinformed. Share with them the information you’ve learned here and make sure to explain that its okay to lead a healthy, full life with Lycanthropy. Be open about your own concern and try to get them to see it from your point of view. True you will likely lose some friends after this, but you can always eat them if they’re going to be mean about it.

It is especially important to tell those you are engaged in a sexual relationship with, as they are at high risk to become infected. In order to not spread the reach of Lycanthropy, you must take precautions to maintain safety in your continued sexual encounters: Keep your finger and toenails cut short to avoid scratching (this is good advice for anyone, really), make sure your partner has a trace amount of silver or animal tranquilizers on hand should you get too ferocious. You may also want to consider purchasing a muzzle to wear during romantic escapades.

Remember you are NOT a monster. You are a person…who turns into a werewolf every now and again. But that’s okay. You can live with Lycanthropy. You may find yourself shunned by society, but be aware that there are support groups online willing to talk and hear you out. Though it may be a tough life to adjust to, there’s no reason you can’t be happy. Just like living, there are plenty of ways you can find love with Lycanthropy. Dog lovers. Blind people. Furries.

Oscar-winning actor William Hurt is currently in talks to join the cast of THE HOST, the film adaptation of Stephanie Meyer’s first book after THE TWILIGHT SAGA.

Directed by Andrew Niccol, Hurt is purported to be circling the part of Jeb, an eccentric uncle to Saoirse Ronan’s Melanie Stryder, whose brain is hijacked by the soul of an alien being known as Wanderer. Jeb is one of the grizzled leaders of the human survivalists.

The plot of THE HOST is officially described as follows:

Our world has been invaded by an unseen enemy. Humans become hosts for these invaders, their minds taken over while their bodies remain intact and continue their lives apparently unchanged. Most of humanity has succumbed.

When Melanie, one of the few remaining “wild” humans is captured, she is certain it is her end. Wanderer, the invading “soul” who has been given Melanie’s body, was warned about the challenges of living inside a human: the overwhelming emotions, the glut of senses, the too vivid memories. But there was one difficulty Wanderer didn’t expect: the former tenant of her body refusing to relinquish possession of her mind.

Wanderer probes Melanie’s thoughts, hoping to discover the whereabouts of the remaining human resistance. Instead, Melanie fills Wanderer’s mind with visions of the man Melanie loves—Jared, a human who still lives in hiding. Unable to separate herself from her body’s desires, Wanderer begins to yearn for a man she has been tasked with exposing. When outside forces make Wanderer and Melanie unwilling allies, they set off on a dangerous and uncertain search for the man they both love.

Of course, this isn't the first time Hurt has been 'The Host'.

Source: EW

Well, no one heeded my call, and now it would appear that Twihards are about to pay the price.  The Epilepsy Foundation of America has now issued a warning about TWILIGHT:  BREAKING DAWN PART 1, as a portion of the film has been found to pose a possible danger to people with photosensitive epilepsy.  The scene in question concerns a series of light flashes during the film’s gruesome birthing scene.

A scene in the latest Twilight movie, Breaking Dawn: Part One, has reportedly caused seizures in at least two audience members. The scene contains flashing lights, which can sometimes trigger seizures in people with photosensitive epilepsy.

If you have photosensitive seizures, please take this information into consideration when deciding whether to see this movie. Around 3 percent of the nearly 3 million Americans with epilepsy have photosensitive epilepsy.

In addtion, many people have chimed in across the internet about their similar experiences.  This comes in conjunction with persons reporting fainting and nausea due to the graphic nature of the same scene.

One wishes the film would also come with a warning discussing the inherent dangers in having a vampire bite a baby out of a pregnant female’s uterus to keep it safe.  DO NOT try such a thing at home, even if the vampire you know is an expert.

Just a couple weeks after it was announced that NBC had greenlit a pilot for a remake of THE MUNSTERS, Bryan Singer (X-MEN, SUPERMAN RETURNS) has signed on to direct said pilot and executive produce the series.  Bryan Fuller (PUSHING DAISIES) wrote the script, which takes an apparently darker look at how the titular family came to reside at 1313 Mockingbird Lane.  The Hollywood Reporter has the scoop.

Having been involved in a couple of superhero franchises, Singer brings a good amount of clout to the series, boding well for its chances of a pickup by the network.  The director previously executive produced and directed the pilot for HOUSE, which is expected to end its run in the spring.

Considering the popularity of vampiric romance in franchises such as TWILIGHT and TRUE BLOOD, I’m expecting a satiric take that features a Dracula-esque grandfather who clashes with his brooding teen vampire grandson when the boy brings home a non-Monster girlfriend.

What do you guys think?  Are you into this or should THE MUNSTERS be left alone?  Let us know in the comments.