Filmmaker Kevin Kangas has helmed such successful independent movies as “Hunting Humans” and “Fear of Clowns. ” His films have won festival awards and have garnered critical acclaim (Fear of Clowns II, Bounty).Now he is gearing up for his next flick to be shot in the first 2 weeks of November. It’s a mystery/horror flick called “Garden of Hedon”. It’s a very ambitious undertaking this time around. For those who always ask “How can we get involved?” you can donate funds through indieGoGo and get some cool perks–no donation will be too small to help! Click on the image above to learn the details. This film is not pornographic in any way. Kangas and his crew will need several extras almost every night, so if you’ve ever wanted to be in a flick and are in the area, shoot your picture and contact information to goh@kangaskahnfilms.com. Remember to get out there and support independent films. This is a great opportunity to do so!

Not much of an update for the site lately. My apologies for that. I have a couple of reviews in the works (Boxing Day gets posted next) but I need to get more interviews and how-to’s up as well. Let’s just say the day job has kept me really busy, and between that and the freelance art and movie gigs, I’m holding down two full time jobs without a moment to breathe.

So the 3rd episode of Louanna Lee – “Lovin’ Fool” – is pretty much finished and ready to be sent off for replication. Lee Doll – CEO of Lee Doll Film Productions – has been prolific in the past year’s time. He has produced numerous music videos, three episodes of The Adventures of Louanna Lee, and is in pre-production for his new crime drama series THE FIXER (starring Brian St. August and Alfred Guy). I have to say that I am impressed with his output. There are those that talk big and there are those that get off their ass and DO things. Lee Doll is a doer. For more information about this production, click on the image above.

Smash or Trash now has merchandise available! You can now get coffee mugs, hats, t-shirts, water bottles, hoodies, and many other items that sport our cool and unique logos, designs, and emblems. These are the perfect gift for yourself or for the independent movie maker in your life. Plus every purchase made goes towards keeping the site and content coming fast and strong for years to come. Click on the image above to go to the new store!

The 2008 Slasher Sensation is being given away here at Smash or Trash! GUTTERBALLS is an independent retro 80s horror film in the finest grindhouse tradition. Sex, blood, nudity and gore is all there for the exploitation fan. This copy was donated by the fine folks over at Plotdigger Films, Inc and is signed by lead actor Dan Ellis, director Ryan Nicholson, and the killer himself – BBK! This blood-drenched bowling ball bonanza stars Dan Ellis, Wade Gibb, Candice Lewald, and Nathan Dashwood. Must be 18 years or older to win, and the giveaway ends July 31st.Just write Smash or Trash at rembrandt36@earthlink.net and send in your name and mailing address for a chance to win this autographed copy!

The 2nd episode of the ADVENTURES OF LOUANNA LEE gets a guest review from Margaret Thompson of New York. This episode has special guest stars Count Gore De Vol (Dick Dyszel) and comedic actor Will Haza. Click on the above image to go to the review!

An incredibly fun indie horror/comedy gets reviewed at the site. Click on the image above to read about NINJAS vs ZOMBIES!

SEALED FATES: Original Motion Picture Score by Ronnie Doyle

This incredible soundtrack by the multi-talented music composer Ronnie Doyle (United Kingdom) is now available for digital download. His score for Timewarp Film’s SEALED FATES is breathtaking, and the audio cues fit the on-screen visuals like a hand in a glove. Support independent composers as well as independent films by ordering this tremendous work now. Click on the image above to go to the download page.

I review Batman XXX; A Porn Parody this month. Why? Because I am a big 1966 Batman fan and this parody is very well done. Adult Filmmaker Axel Braun has done a great send up to the campy 1960s show. Click on the image above to go to the review.

This past Sunday we had entertainer Louanna Lee pick the three winners of her DVD and CD contest. We had Director of Photography Jeff Herberger video tape the contest drawing and post it on YouTube (click the image above to watch the video). Congratulations go out to winners Valerie Hobbs, Brian Fesler, and Robert Zeigler! To learn more about the “Adventures of Louanna Lee” mystery series, as well as to pick up her great debut CD, click HERE.

A new review has gone up. Robert Long II takes a look at Phil Herman’s experimental film INTO THE WOODS. Click on the above image to got to the review.