A to Z Challenge – N – Cult Classics: Near Dark, Nightbreed, Nazareth, Nirvana, 1984, and More! Plus New Mad Max: Fury Road Trailer and Other Movie News.

A to Z Challenge – Cult Classics – N

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Movies –

Near Dark
While it didn’t do well initially at the box office, this early effort of director Kathryn Bigelow, a Western vampire tale with a great cast, now has a huge following. Note that never once are the bloodsuckers referred to as vampires.

Nightbreed
This fantasy-horror film was directed by Clive Barker and based on his novella Cabal. Featuring director David Cronenberg in a key role, this quirky film in the style of Hellboy achieved cult status many years after its release.

Music –

Nazareth – Hair of the Dog
Released in 1975, this was the band’s biggest album and featured the hits Love Hurts and the title track, Hair of the Dog. ‘Now you’re messing with a son of a…’

Nirvana – Nevermind
Their second album, this one placed Nirvana on the map with numerous singles, including Smells Like Teen Spirit, and sold over thirty million copies.

Science Fiction Book –

Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell
This dystopian novel has been heralded as one of the greatest of the past century and introduced terms such as Big Brother and thoughtcrime. It’s had a huge cultural impact since its release.

Bloggers –

Mary Montagues Sikes at Notes Along the Way
Want to go on an amazing journey with an author? One who is an incredible artist as well? And she can teach you so much about both. Follow the wonderful Mary today!

Nick Wilford at Scattergun Scribblings
Want to meet an honest writer and genuine soul? Someone who will pull at your heartstrings with his openness? Then you can do no wrong in following Nick.

Dragon of the Stars Term –

Non-parallel (having no equal)
The Dragon is a ship with no equal. Only one was created. Equipped with a weapon greater than imagined, it could best any ship in the galaxy and possibly any fleet. Its power source is also unique and Hyrath’s Council would like to build more.


Dragon of the Stars is out now!
Check out the site What Are the Kargrandes? for clues as to how they tie into the story.

And thanks everyone – Dragon of the Stars has been selling very well!

Movie News

Furious 7 is now the highest money-maker of the franchise. In less than two weeks, it has grossed $807.5 million worldwide and is well on its way to breaking the billion dollar mark. It also set the opening day record in China.


Chris Pratt, star of Guardians of the Galaxy, has a busy schedule ahead of him. He’s starring in Jurassic World this summer, The Magnificent Seven, Guardians of the Galaxy II, and possibly The Real McCoy and the Indiana Jones reboot.

An interesting series is coming to Starz – Ash vs. Evil Dead. Directed by and starring Bruce Campbell, the cast also includes Lucy Lawless.




There is a new trailer for Mad Max: Fury Road that ties all of the Mad Max movies together:

Seen either movie? Remember those albums? Following those awesome bloggers. Want to know what powers the Dragon? Have you seen Furious 7? And what did you think of the new Fury Road trailer?

If you missed it, I visited Julie Musil yesterday, discussing the differences between a series and a stand-alone book.