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Vamp Votive Candle
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Set the mood with the seductive glow of the Vamp Votive Candle. This white soy wax candle comes in a sleek glass holder featuring the bold Vamp movie logo in striking red and white, printed against a deep black background. The iconic design, inspired by the cult classic and Grace Jones' unforgettable red lips, adds an edgy, retro touch to your space. Whether you’re lighting it for ambiance during a horror movie night or simply want to bring some ‘80s-inspired style to your décor, this votive candle is the perfect blend of atmosphere and attitude.
Vamp Movie Logo Premium Tee
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Dive into retro-cool style with our classic premium t-shirt adorned with the iconic logo from the cult classic movie Vamp. This timeless piece offers both comfort and style. Whether you're lounging at home or hitting the town, let your love for '80s cinema shine with this must-have addition to your wardrobe. Embrace the nostalgia and make a bold statement with every wear.
Children of the Corn - Glass
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Sip your favorite drinks with a chilling twist using the Children of the Corn Glass! Shaped like a classic soda can, this clear glass features the haunting Children of the Corn design on one side—where black silhouettes of a scythe-wielding hand and eerie children hide in the cornfield, beneath ominous blood red clouds. The unique design allows the color of your beverage to transform into the eerie sky, making each sip a creepy new experience. Available with or without a lid, this glass is perfect for enjoying soda, iced coffee, or any drink you dare. Whether you're relaxing or hosting a horror-themed gathering, this glass will bring a bit of classic movie terror to your table.
Children of the Corn - Mug
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Start your day with a touch of terror! The Children of the Corn Coffee Mug is perfect for horror fans who like their coffee as bold as their favorite classic films. Available in both 11oz. and 15oz. sizes, this white ceramic mug features the eerie Children of the Corn image on both sides—showcasing the haunting silhouette of a scythe-wielding figure and shadowy children hiding in a sinister cornfield beneath a blood-red sky. The handle and interior add a splash of color with your choice of black, red, or orange, making this mug both stylish and chilling. Whether you're sipping your morning mocha or enjoying a late-night coffee during a horror movie marathon, this mug will send shivers down your spine!
Children of the Corn
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Wear your horror fandom proudly with the Children of the Corn T-Shirt! This chilling tee lets the fabric itself become the eerie backdrop, as the sky from the iconic Children of the Corn design is formed by the shirt’s color. Only the haunting black silhouettes of the scythe-wielding figure, hidden children, moon, and sinister clouds are printed, creating a subtle yet powerful look. Available in multiple colors, you can choose your preferred "sky"—whether it’s blood red, stormy gray, or midnight blue. Perfect for casual wear or horror movie nights, this T-shirt is a must-have for fans of classic scares who want to make a spooky statement.
Vamp Movie Logo Mug
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Savor your brew in cinematic style with our Vamp movie logo coffee mug. Featuring the iconic emblem on a sleek black background, this ceramic mug combines nostalgia with elegance. Perfect for fans of the cult classic and lovers of retro-cool vibes.
Alfred Hitchcock's "Champagne" (1928)
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2024Apr 1
Heiress Betty Balfour draws the ire of her father after using his aeroplane to fly to meet her boyfriend, who is aboard an ocean liner headed to France. Betty's boyfriend becomes seasick, so she must attend dinner alone, where she meets a mysterious man. She receives a telegram from her disapproving father, who warns that her boyfriend will not be admired by her friends. To prove her father wrong, she asks her boyfriend to marry her. However, he resents her control of their relationship, and they quarrel and part company. The boyfriend regrets the fight and locates Betty to apologise, but he finds her playing chess with the mysterious man. The boyfriend and Betty quarrel again. Betty's father arrives and informs her that the family fortune from the champagne business has been lost. When the boyfriend leaves after hearing the news, Betty's father believes it to be proof that the boyfriend is only interested in her money. In France, Betty is robbed of her jewellery and is penniless. She and her father take a small, dilapidated apartment. Her boyfriend again attempts to reconcile with her, but she rebukes him and vows to find a job. Betty finds work at an upmarket restaurant. The mysterious man appears and invites her to his table. When her boyfriend arrives, the man leaves after handing her a note advising her to call him if she ever needs help. The boyfriend disapproves of Betty's job and departs after Betty dances wildly in order to provoke him. The boyfriend soon returns with Betty's father, who is outraged about the lowly job and confesses that he had lied about the loss of their fortune in order to teach her a lesson. Angry with both men, she contacts the mysterious man, who offers to take her back to America. Betty accepts but is later horrified to discover that she has been locked in her cabin. She imagines the worst about the mysterious man's intentions and is relieved when her boyfriend arrives and releases her, and they soon reconcile. The boyfriend hides in the bathroom when they hear the mysterious man approaching. He enters with Betty's father, who confesses that he had hired the man to follow and protect her. The boyfriend is furious and, misunderstanding the situation, bursts from his hiding place to attack the man. Betty's father calms the boyfriend by telling him that he no longer disapproves of their wedding. The reunited couple begin to discuss the wedding but soon bicker over the arrangements. A 1928 British Black & White silent comedy film directed by Alfred Hitchcock, produced by John Maxwell, screenplay by Hitchcock and Eliot Stannard, based on an original story by writer and critic Walter C. Mycroft, cinematography by Jack E. Cox, starring Betty Balfour, Gordon Harker, Jean Bradin, and Ferdinand von Alten. Screen debut appearance of Phyllis Konstam. Silent star Betty Balfour was known as Britain's Mary Pickford, Britain's Most Popular Actress of the 1920s, a much bigger name than Hitchcock, from a series of popular comedies centered around "Squibs", a Piccadilly flower seller. This movie included the first freeze-frame shot. Alfred Hitchcock's second comedy following the success of "The Farmer's Wife" (1928), was poorly received. Although his expanding visual technique continued to draw recognition and praise, critics lamented the film's lack of an engaging plot. Variety, although impressed with the technical aspects, was dismissive of the film, "The story is of the weakest, an excuse for covering 7,000 feet of harmless celluloid with legs and close-ups." Sir Alfred Hitchcock later voiced his unhappiness with the film in François Truffaut's book-length interview Hitchcock/Truffaut,saying the film had no story to tell. In a press conference for "Family Plot" (1976), he revealed that this movie is his least favorite of all he had made. This was a case of a film where the title and star were decided upon in advance, and then a scenario had to be constructed around them. Hitchcock's original plan was for a rags-to-riches-to rags plot (as opposed to the riches-to-rags-to-riches version ultimately used) in which a girl working at a rural champagne plant would go up to Paris and see for herself how the drink fueled dissipated night-life, only to return disgusted to her poor but honest job. However, it was felt that the great British public would much prefer to see glamour celebrated on the screen rather than have their illusions popped, as cinema was an escapist medium for those whose life was hard, and so a completely different scenario was developed. Like most of Hitchcock's early films, this is not a typical "Hitchcock" production. There's not much of a plot to this film and is of interest to those who enjoy films of the era rather than to those who are looking for traces of "The Master of Suspense". The visuals make the movie fun to watch, with attractive sets, good sight gags, and interesting detail. Betty Balfour is just such a cutie, and makes this certainly worth a peek.

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