Today you get 2 new Acting with Andy episodes!!!

I don't know shit....

I don't know shit...

I know, not the best title for a blog post...but seriously, when it comes to real life, I don't know shit. I'm a middle aged man that still browses (and makes purchases) from the toy aisle, reads comic books, gets far too excited about movies involving dismemberment and giant monsters. I still play in the world of filmmaking, writing, acting and countless creative outlets that help me express myself in some sort of way...

I made the trip to the movies to see Pacific Rim this past weekend. Why was I like an 8 yr old when watching? Simple...I was introduced to Moble Suit Gundam in the mid 80's by accident and never stopped loving the series. My childhood was also, highly influenced by Godzilla...especially watching Godzilla vs King Kong. Do we see the pattern here? Giant Monsters vs Giant Robots is my happy place.

Going into the theater I was so excited (actually for over a year) so the film had a lot of pressure on it from me. The action starts right away and I loved every minute of it. Without reviewing or spoiling the movie...I LOVED it. It has some flaws but I don't care. I figure by titling this blog the way I did, people wont tell me how bad my taste is by loving this film (not that I give a shit anyways). I plan on heading to the movies to see it again tomorrow. Very excited.

Also, I took up drawing again. In the late 80's I did a lot of graffiti and it was a fantastic creative outlet. Drawing gives me freedom and let's me and the paper share something. I'm about 2 weeks in and so far, so good. It takes time. If you follow me on Instagram, I post a lot there of the drawings there.

My 1st true love

My latest short film "baggage" is just about done. The dvd will be released on Aug 16th at Monster-Mania Con. Plus, people can still grab a copy online or the numerous places we will be until the end of Oct. I'm very proud of everyone's work and the drive to make this film surpass all expectations I had. Very excited for people to see it. It's the complete opposite of No Clowning Around....speaking of NCA...stay tuned..more news will be coming soon regarding it.

I've really been reading a lot of comics lately. Which made me think of the first comic that I remember being one that I read over and over....and over. I was a HUGE fan of the Uncanny X-Men series in the early 80's, starting with issue #136. But, the one comic I loved in that time frame was X-Men #150, the annual. I remember carrying it around, reading and really falling in love with comics at that time. I wish more people gave comics a try...it's a whole other world. Plus, as a film maker, it allows others to tell these stories that studios would never make. Head to a comic shop and start reading. 

Until next time...

Monster-Mania Details

Monster-Mania Details

Ok gang, here's the scoop...as you may have heard (after numerous postings) our award winning Horror/Drama short film "No Clowning Around" is premiering on Saturday, March 9th, at Monster-Mania Con in Cherry Hill, NJ. It will be screening in Grand Ballroom C at 1pm. Brian Mitchell, whom did the artwork for No Clowning Around is offering 20, limited edition posters for free to the first 20 people in for the screening. 

Rob and Kim Dimension will be manning the booth, located in the Vendors Room on Friday and Saturday only. Rob will be hosting the Yorkie Auction followed by the Sinister Short film festival right after. Co-director Matthew Burd will be at the table on Saturday, as will Steve Corino (12-3pm only). This is your chance to come grab your dvd, have it signed and support an Independent film at ground level. We could not be happier. 

Dimension will also dress as Mumbles the Clown on Saturday from 4-7pm only. He would LOVE to get a picture with YOU. Come see Mumbles, everyone's favorite clown.

Plus, they will have Limited Edition VHS, DVD's, posters, t-shirts and more, so stop by and see them.

NCA's Hometown Premier will be at _____________!!!!

NCA's Hometown Premier will be at

MONSTER-MANIA!!!!

Yes, you read that right, Monster-Fkn- Mania!! Rob Dimension was informed by promoter Dave Hagan on New Years Eve that "No Clowning Around" would be screening at the East Coast's largest Horror convention. This is an amazing opportunity for us and we can not thank Dave enough. 

Details are being worked out, like time and day, so stay tuned. We hope everyone who attends the convention, makes a point to reserve 30 minutes to come watch the film. 

This convention is shaping up to be HUGE - come see stars from the Walking Dead and many, many more to come. 

Monster-Mania Con

March 8-10 in Cherry Hill, NJ

www.MonsterMania.net

No Clowning Around Merchandise!!

"No Clowning Around" Merchandise

Now on Sale!!

The new Horror/Drama/Dark Comedy "No Clowning Around" launches merchandise.

No Clowning Around is a Horror short film based on one mans fall from grace. Ed, who once was beloved by his hometown as Mumbles the Clown, is now a party clown who battles depression and addiction. His last shed of light in his life is Trixie, who has struggles of her own. Being pushed from all sides, who and what will stop the endless spiral of sadness?

 

With a scheduled DVD and very Limited VHS release in December, show your love for "Mumbles the Clown" right now!!

 

 

Every order comes with a "Mumbles the Clown" Fan Club membership card. That's right kids, you remember watching good ole' Mumbles every Saturday morning at 8am, on TV 20 in Toledo, OH. Be a card carrying member in good standings...show your support!

 

 

 




  You watched the show, now wear the T-Shirt! In the days before "Mumbles" left the airwaves, he was beloved by his hometown. Kids and Adults loved Mr Peepers and Mumbles...remember the laughs we had?

T-shirt is Navy blue with White logo:
"Kids, Watch me every Saturday Morning!!

Mumbles the Clown"

www.NoClowningAround.com
 

Sizes

X-Large $10.00 USD

Posters

Official Coming Soon Poster

This poster is 11x17 in size This poster ships in a tube for protection. Designed by Brian Mitchell

This poster is also available Autographed by stars: Rob Dimension, Kim Dimension, Steve Corino and Director Matthew Burd

Prices are $5.00 plus shipping for unsigned
$10.00 plus shipping signed

Poster

unsigned $5.00 USD signed $10.00 USD

No Clowning Around 8x10's

All can be Autographed & Personalized - Only $5 each

Mumbles the Clown Wall
Item #NCA 1

Mumbles the Clown Shadows
Item #NCA 2

Mumbles the Clown Puking
Item #NCA 3

Mumbles, Trixie & Mr Peepers

Item #NCA 4

8x10 choices

NCA#1 - Mumbles Wall $5.00 USD NCA#2 - Mumbles Shadow $5.00 USD NCA#3 - Mumbles Puking $5.00 USD NCA#4 - Mumbles, Trixie & Peepers $5.00 USD

Pre orders of DVD's and Limited VHS will be available in October

Dimension's Horror-ible Toy Review - NECA's Friday the 13th Part 3 - Jason Voorhees

Dimension's Horror-ible Toy Review

 NECA's Friday the 13th Part 3- Jason Voorhees

After an amazing weekend at Monster-Mania Con, I was finally able to start going through my swag, merch and assorted goodies. Now, I've always been a "toy guy", collecting and selling all kinds, from Star Wars to Horror action figures. NECA kind of took over for McFarlane in the Horror toy department several years ago. The great thing is NECA seems to care...A LOT.

As I sat, scanning the loot, I decided it's time to be an "opener" and crack open the Friday the 13th Jason figure, modeled after Part 3. The packaging is colorful and is the sealed clamshell type which is impossible too open, but I'm assuming it's keeping Jason in (for OUR protection of course).

After I grab some scissors, it's time to crack this killer open! One twist-tie and Jason is out.

This Jason might have more meaning to me, as I remember seeing Friday the 13th Part 3 in theaters back in the early 80's. It was my first real experience for 3-D films. I always though Richard Brooker always did a decent job as everyone's confused, deformed, mongoloid summer camper, but that's my opinion.

Ok, let's discuss the "Facts of the Figure" - The figure stands approx 7 inches tall. with decent articulation. Knees and arms bend, plus the shoulders swivel. The figure is available in two models - The Regular and the Battle Damaged versions. Neither seem too be rarer as of yet, but I grabbed the "Clean" version...but now after opening, I realize I need both version. The Clean version comes with a Spear Gun and Machete accessories, while the Battle Damaged version comes with an Axe and the Machete.

The paint job is excellent, as Jason is sporting some 80's style stone washed jeans...haha..ok, maybe that's me wishing. Anyways, his paint scheme seems to be spot on in comparison to the film. His posture is what really got me, as they captured his hunched shoulders fantastic, It really resembles him. The biggest benefit, as the pictures show, his mask is removable! I've had problems in the past with removable masks, especially Jason's, since the straps on the hockey mask tend to break...but so far, so good.

I would give this figure an A. It was an instant winner for me. It looks great, poses and stands very easily and is a keeper. I will say, for me, this is an opener. I don't think you can really enjoy the detail or sculpting unless Jason is out free...roaming your toy shelf, looking for pre-martial sex havers!!

If you would like to purchase these figures, our any of the other NECA Horror Figure line, please visit my friend Kevin at House of Mysterious Secrets. Kevin is top notch retailer and has extremely competitive prices.

The Dimension's Review "The Troll Hunter" (video movie review)

The Dimension's Review - The Troll Hunter

Rob Dimension gives into his Wife, Kim, renaming the video review segment to "The Dimension's Movie Review" and this week, they take a look at the 2010 Dark Fantasy, found footage film "The Troll Hunter".

On this weeks review, Danny Pickle returns with his insightful review, plus Hack the Clerk shows off his planking skills, yes...a puppet planks. Also, something was left behind the counter...Kim is convinced that Rob and Hack are responsible...poor Danny Pickle is impressionable.

Just added!! Now watch our reviews every saturday Night on The Monster Channel - http://www.monsterchannel.tv/

Don't forget, you can see Rob Dimension and the rest of the gang at Monster-Mania 20 in Hunt Valley, MD on September 16-18th. This is the 20th Monster-Mania and is stacked with guests like John Carpenter, Anthony Michael hall, Jeffery Combs, a Walking Dead reunion...even a Monster Squad reunion. This is a must attend event.

Visit Fright-Rags for the best in Horror apparel and enter DIMENSION10 for 10% your total order. Make sure you visit http://www.robdimension.com/ for the latest info on the PA/NJ Horror Club as we screen The Soska Twin's Dead Hooker in a Trunk on Sept 22nd at 7pm at Capes and Cowls Collectibles in Bensalem, PA.

Video Blog for August 11th - Monster-Mania, Horror Club and more!!

Video Blog for August 11th - Dimension is back with his side-kick Hack, the clerk and they discuss The upcoming Monster-Mania Convention, August 19th-21st in Cherry Hill, NJ (http://www.monstermania.net/)!! Plus they talk about the upcoming PA/NJ Horror Club taking place on Thursday August 25th at 7pm. Location - Capes and Cowls and Bensalem, PA...we are screening "ToeTag Pictures - Sella Turcica" plus discuss the age old debate - Remakes vs. Originals!!

Plus..is the question finally answered...Who is Rob Dimension??

Dimension posts new Video Blog

This Video blog discusses Monster Mania 18, plus upcoming Monster Mania's. Rob also talks Demon Hunters, Chainsaw Sally and Potent Pictures...oh and of course adds some of his "unfunny" humor.



Dimension scheduled for Monster Mania in Baltimore next week

Rob Dimension announced to appear at Monster-Mania in Baltimore!

On Saturday, August June 4th, Rob Dimension was announced as a guest for the extremely popular Horror Convention, Monster-Mania in Baltimore. For all those expecting a major guest announcement, we apologize for the disappointment. Many even say "Who the hell is that?"

Rob Dimension who has over 10 years of being involved in Pro Wrestling as a manager, noteably as Steve Corino's sidekick in recent years, plus co-host of the popular Horror Hosting show, Late Night at the Horror Hotel and recently finished filming his co-staring role on the Horror/Comedy film, Demon Hunters, made it a point to say "I always laugh when they announce me as a guest. I can hear the crickets and moans as people see my name." It was also announced that Dimension will have a role in the upcoming season of the popular, Cult favorite, Chainsaw Sally show.

When asked what Dimension will be doing at the con, Dimension said "I will be hosting an event or two, Monster-mania is my home. I have attended since #2 and I am so proud to see them closing in on #20 soon, Dave does a trememndous job and puts on a GREAT convention experience. I will have a table for Saturday and plan on telling very bad jokes, selling inferior products and doing my best to alienate myself from the other guests." Anyone that knows Rob, knows that is probably the truth.



Come see Rob Dimension THIS Saturday at MonsterMania in NJ

This Saturday, March 12th, come meet Rob Dimension at Monster-Mania Con in Cherry Hill, NJ.  Formerly from Late Night at the Horror Hotel, who is now part of the Midnite Mausoleum TV show, Dimension will be wandering around aimlessly for the most part but will be stationed at The Living Corpse table with Ken Haeser and Buz Hasson.

Make sure you ask Dimension about The Extreme Odd Couple web show co-starring Steve Corino and his current movie project - The Demon Hunters (currently filming). Plus, Dimension is scheduled to host a Q&A event at the convention. Stop by and see him.

Pigamortis gives his take on Monster Mania 15

 Pigamortis Talks Monster Mania 15

 by: Pigamortis Wrex

Well it was a great weekend. Got to meet lots of new people, picked up some great swag, and got the word out about the Late Night at the Horror Hotel show to a lot of people. Monster Mania 15 in Cherry Hill, NJ. I'm not one for being a fan boy or anything, but i gotta tell you just how much fun I had here. The people running the show were all very friendly and very accommodating to a couple of shmucks from a Horror Hotel. 

I'm not going to review all the wonderful things that went on there because I am not even close to a good enough writer to convey all the awesome that is Monster Mania Con. In order to really experience them, you need to go there for yourself. That's a fact.

First on the list and top of the attractions is the "reunion" of the cast of the Boondock Saints. Norman Reedus, Sean Patrick Flanery, and David Della Rocco. Not that they are horror related (although Reedus kicked ass in Carpenter's "Cigarette Burns") Carpenter also was top of the guest list at the Con. I assume this movie falls into the "CULT" status and thus why its lumped in with a horror con. I could be wrong though. Regardless, these guys were very cool, and way down to earth. IN ANY EVENT... This kinda what bugs me about the CHILLER CON (Even though in my opinion Monster Mania wipes the floor with Chiller) its filled with autograph sessions with stars from not only the horror/sci-fi genre, but people like "Ferris Bueller's Mom" and Richard Kline "Larry, from Three's Company". Now i know these people deserve to make a living just like everyone else does, but what in the BLUE HELL do they have to do with a Horror convention???
NOT a DAMN thing.

My only disappointment with not only this con but almost all the cons I have been to of late, is the lack of Independent filmmakers. There was a time when you could go to a con and find a plethora of tables with guerrilla filmmakers who scrounged and saved up to get a table at a con and peddle their latest film. I was saddened not to see any tables like this at Monster Mania. I hope this isn't a growing trend. I know with the advent of Facebook, Twitter, and mobile media, guerrilla advertising is optimal and the ability to reach hundreds possibly thousands of people, for no virtually no cash, but I guess i'm just an old, salty bastard who misses the old days when Indy filmmakers got their movies to cons for the masses who looked forward to seeing them.

My Take on Monster Mania - August 2010 in Cherry Hill, NJ

My Take on Monster Mania 15!!!

by: Rob Dimension

Monster Mania and I have had a relationship for years now, I have been a vendor for approx 6 cons and this was my first time being a Guest! I absolutely LOVE Monster Mania, the promoter Dave Hagan, the way the convention is, the people, the guests...everything..it's like my home turf, if you will.

Friday Morning - I packed up the car, headed out to meet up with my Partners in Crime for the weekend, John and Pigamortis, to get set up and ready for the Friday afternoon kick off. We were set up in the Terrace Room, right along side the Pet Semetary reunion and Felissa Rose from Sleepaway Camp. Talk about being in heaven, they were ALL tremendous, seriously.

As the lines of people increased, it was our mission to create a buzz about our TV Show, mission accomplished, at least I think. We talked to many, many guests...sold a great deal of merchandise and made a few friends along the way.

Showing off my magic skills kept some of the lines moving, plus being able to host several events throughout the weekend like the VIP Party, the Yorkshire auction and the Sinister Film Festival were all great experiences. It just made for a very fun weekend.

Just wanted to briefly touch on some highlights:

• Just being there - seriously...it meant a lot to me
• The Celebrity Guests could not have been any nicer
• Smooth - the con was run very smooth from what I saw
• For all the people who stopped by our table - THANK YOU!!

Here is a mini-video we put together - if you weren't there...you missed a Helluva Con!!

How I spent my summer vacation…at Monster Mania

How I spent my summer vacation…at Monster Mania

On the weekend of August 20-22 Late Night at the Horror Hotel descended upon the convention event of the summer, or August anyways, known simply as Monster Mania. The preparation and planning that went into our mission to conquer the land of horror was tedious and laborious, but we went into it well stocked and armed to the teeth. I mean how can you describe such an event and experience as what we had gone through…the carnage, the bloodshed and the outrageous prices you had to pay for a bottle of water and a bagel, I mean come on people.

Anyways the morning of August 20^th we arrived to on the scene with little pomp and circumstance so as to come in under the radar. We began to set-up our mission control headquarters making sure we had the proper necessities ready go like food, water, electricity and change for the dvds. As Rob, Pig and myself got dug into our corner our other allies arrived on the scene to give us support. They all trickled in table by table and set-up their base of operations while we surveyed the area and greeted our fellow neighbors. Our first contact was with Andrew Hubatsek and Sandi, his girlfriend, who were the nicest of people and when the fire fight of fans would begin you would defiantly want them to be on your side. They were extremely friendly and we all bonded and talked about everything and anything. They were definitely good allies to have in this impending mission. Soon after that we made our next contact with Felissa Rose and her husband, who again were the nicest of people. Felissa was a fighter and scrapper and was ready for the convention mission…and she kept yelling something about size contest, not sure what that was all about. So there we were in our corner of the Terrace room at the Crowne Plaza in Cherry Hill NJ with our fighting partners Andrew and Felissa. A little bit later before the “fit hit the shan” we made another contact with Miko Hughes who turned out to be a technical genius and a fantastically funny guy.

As the hands on the clock ticked by we all knew as the doors opened there would be wave after wave of fans coming in and attacking us. We knew we had to stand strong and as one in order to make sure that we did not falter. As we battled the waves of people coming at us throughout the days we all did our part in order to keep the spirits high even though I was sick through the entire weekend. Andrew relied on his fear factor to keep the people at bay because all we heard from people who were at his table was the statement “that was the scariest thing I had ever seen, I couldn’t sleep for weeks” and then Felissa with her in your face and take no prisoners attitude as she helped in the side mission of operation photo bomb.  Pig and I did our part as best as we could, but Rob stood out in his efforts as he dazzled and amazed the people with magic and illusion as best as he could.

We met other fellow warrior fighters throughout the weekend who did their part in fighting the waves of fans and their biological warfare BO weapons. Such notable people as the guys from Zombie Hunters City of the Dead, Ben and Kristy from Fright Rags, and Ken & Buz from The Living Corpse Comics were true standouts in making this a victorious weekend.  As well, I can’t not mention the general behind the whole campaign, Dave, who has done this year after year and established such a great event. We made a number of other great contacts and got accomplished a lot in the aspect of networking and getting the name out there.

I had been one of those attacking fans in years past and it was much more different being on the other side of the table. It was an eye opening experience to see what it was like on the other side of the war and being one of the people that was mobbed and surrounded at all times…people buying your merchandise and wanting autographs and pictures, they say war is hell…and it was, but a good hell with streets of gold and psychotic little demon gummy bears singing the whole time. ..maybe that’s my cough medicine talking.

At the end of the day Sunday we were all war torn and worse for wear and we dragged from little sleep and sickness that had taken one of our soldiers out of commission, that being Pig and then soon to be another later in the day. Once the doors had been closed we could breathe a sigh of relief and catch our breath. We talked about our experiences throughout the weekend, exchanged contact information and made our goodbyes. It was a tiring weekend and I am still recovering from it, but I would definitely do it again and on a side not I want to say thanks to Rob’s family for helping out, they were awesome to have there and be around.

Be safe and make sure fight the good fight against body odor,

John Cannon