In Search Of Darkness: Part III - Take Your Final Journey With The 80's Horror Superdoc

Article by John Hammond

The highly demanded sequel to the critically acclaimed In Search of Darkness documentary invites fans to decide the fate of films featured in the final installment.

In Search of Darkness: Part III, the closing chapter in the worldwide ‘80s horror documentary In Search of Darkness saga from CREATORVC, IS NOW available to the public for a limited-time membership until midnight on October 31st (Halloween) at 80shorrordoc.com.

Building on the momentum of two celebrated super docs and high demand from fans for more, In Search of Darkness: Part III promises to offer another 4+ hours of deeper cuts and to highlight the “underbelly” of ‘80s horror movies.

This final chapter in the saga moves beyond the focus of In Search of Darkness: Part 1 & 2, paying special attention to the straight-to-VHS era and championing the titles historically found at the very bottom of the video rental shelf.

Thanks to the fine people involved with the wonderful 80’s Horror Documentaries, In Search of Darkness (in particular, Brittany Sandler who I am very grateful to), I've been lucky enough to receive the press release for the final part of the ISoD trilogy. As a fan of 80’s horror, coming across the first part was such a treat, because it was just about perfect. Part 2 came along and blew my mind, and I was happy to review it for Fantastic Universes earlier this year.

Now, Part 3 is in the works, and I’ll admit to being hellishly giddy about it. While it’s exciting that this is the 3^rd part, this entry will look at, as previously stated, the "underbelly" of 80’s horror movies. Moving away from the focus of the first two parts, this documentary will look at those straight-to-video flicks that you would generally find at the bottom of video store shelves. Believe me when I say that, on my visits to VideoVision back in the day, I could sometimes be found on bended knee, searching for classic horror, the VHS covers particularly standing out.

Furthermore, this installment of the ISoD trilogy also gives the chance for those who support the membership drive/campaign, to help film production of this final chapter and ‘decide the fate of films featured…’ by way of becoming a member of an exclusive Video Club.

Add in all the returning cast members and new faces that will become part of this documentary, trust me when I say that horror films are in for a real treat.

Just take a look at the official trailer for more:

If this has tickled your fancy, then I really do suggest that you take a look at the website and the fantastic packages they have for those wishing to support the production of this documentary.

I know that I'll be doing my bit and there are some great incentives on taking out the membership, including getting your name in the credits. 

I’d be interested in knowing if you’re interested in this and whether you’ll be joining up, supporting, and becoming a member.

Find the full press release, with more details, below. 

Images and press release courtesy of Creator VC 

’80s HORROR SUPERDOC TAKES FINAL JOURNEY WITH

IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS: PART III

HIGHLY DEMANDED SEQUEL TO CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED IN SEARCH OF DARKNESS

DOCUMENTARY INVITES FANS TO DECIDE THE FATE OF FILMS

FEATURED IN FINAL INSTALLMENT 

LOS ANGELES, CA, October 6, 2021 — In Search of Darkness: Part III, the final chapter in the worldwide ‘80s horror documentary In Search of Darkness saga from CREATORVC, will be available to the public for a limited-time membership sale from October 6th through midnight on October 31st (Halloween) at 80sHorrorDoc.com. 

Building on the momentum of two celebrated superdocs and high demand from fans for more, In Search of Darkness: Part III promises to offer another 4+ hours of deeper cuts and to highlight the “underbelly” of ‘80s horror movies. This final chapter in the superdoc saga moves beyond the focus of In Search of Darkness: Part 1 & 2, paying special attention to the straight-to-VHS era and championing the titles historically found at the very bottom of the video rental shelf. 

Returning cast members include Robert Englund, Linnea Quigley, Tom Savini, Cassandra Peterson, Lloyd Kaufman, Kane Hodder, Bill Moseley, Geretta Geretta, Doug Bradley, John Carpenter, and many more In Search of Darkness staples. New faces to the series include Adrienne Barbeau, Dee Wallace, Julie Brown, Gene Simmons, and more to be announced. 

Supporters of this membership drive for In Search of Darkness: Part III will not only help enable the film production for this final chapter, but will also become members of an exclusive Video Club -- in honor of the programs from the bygone video store days -- and be welcomed to participate an unique co-curating experience that will decide the films and themes featured in the documentary. 

Membership Merchandise Includes: 

● In Search of Darkness: Part III Blu-ray w/ slipcase and inlay booklet

● Digital copy of In Search of Darkness: Part III

● Digital soundtrack for In Search of Darkness: Part III

● 3 exclusive In Search of Darkness: Part III posters (16.5” x 23.4”)

● Collectible enamel pin (while supplies last)

● 12-month membership engagement program and schedule

● Exclusive Video Club Membership Card

● Name in In Search of Darkness: Part III credits 

Optional Upgrades:

● In Search of Darkness Blu-ray

● In Search of Darkness: Part II Blu-ray

● Associate Producer, Producer and Executive Producer credits available

● Special 3x disc slipcase (Limited to campaign supporters of In Search of Darkness: Part 1 & 2) 

In Search of Darkness: Part III is executive-produced by Robin Block and written/directed by David Weiner. 

From In Search of Darkness: Part III writer/director David Weiner:

“When we completed In Search of Darkness: Part II, I was afraid that we might have hammered the final nail into the ‘80s horror coffin. But the overwhelming encouragement and enthusiasm from fans for even more exploration and discussion of ‘80s horror goodness fills me with joy. There is an almost never-ending supply of dark and quirky films to mine from the dusty bottom shelves of our collective basement video stores. And this final, extended celebration of the era in In Search of Darkness: Part III may be the most nostalgic and heartfelt yet.”

From CREATORVC CEO and executive producer Robin Block:

"Our mission is to provide backers with a truly immersive and interactive '80s Horror experience that will last throughout the production lifecycle. Join us as we deep dive into the straight to video era and uncover the hidden treasure from the depths of the VHS archive. We offer a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to celebrate this unique era of horror cinema and for hardcore fans to co-curate the defining documentary opus.” 

About CREATORVC: An independent producer of community-powered entertainment: long-form factual content that is funded, inspired, and shaped by a dedicated community of fans. CREATORVC projects include the ‘critically acclaimed’ documentaries In Search of Darkness I & II, the upcoming In Search of Tomorrow, First Person Shooter.

For more information go to www.creatorvc.com or CREATORVC’s YouTube channel.