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Independent Horror Triumph: ‘Mother of Flies’ Captures Prestigious Cheval Noir Award at Fantasia Film Festival

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Montreal, Canada — The independent film “Mother of Flies,” crafted by the Adams family, earned the prestigious Cheval Noir Award for Best Film at the 29th Fantasia Film Festival. This marks the first time a U.S. film has claimed this honor during the festival’s history. “Mother of Flies,” which garnered attention prior to the festival after being acquired by Shudder, features a creative team that includes John Adams, Zelda Adams, and Toby Posner as co-writers and directors. The film also showcases performances from the Adams family, including the couple’s daughter, Lulu Adams. Festival attendees have … Read more

Adams Family Makes History: ‘Mother of Flies’ Sweeps Top Honors at Fantasia Fest 2025

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Montreal, Canada — The 29th edition of Fantasia Fest has showcased a host of talent and creativity as it approaches its conclusion. On Saturday night, filmmakers and jury members gathered at the Cinéma du Musée to celebrate the festival’s impressive roster, distributing awards across seven of the eight competitive categories. The regional award for Les Fantastiques Week-Ends Du Cinéma Québécois was revealed in advance of the ceremony. Among the standout films, “Mother of Flies” claimed the prestigious Cheval Noir for Best Film, marking a significant milestone as the first U.S. production to win this accolade. … Read more

Judge Rips Into Doomsday Mother Lori Vallow Daybell as She Receives Dual Life Sentences: ‘You Should Never Be Released’

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PHOENIX — Just ahead of receiving two additional life sentences, Lori Vallow Daybell, an Idaho mother whose doomsday beliefs fueled her criminal cases, voiced her dissatisfaction with jail conditions and the judicial system, asserting that the rules of evidence prevented her from telling her side of the story. Judge Justin Beresky quickly countered her claim, emphasizing that both sides do indeed have the opportunity to present their narratives in court. This exchange underscored the ongoing conflict between Vallow Daybell, who opted to represent herself in her conspiracy to commit murder trials, and Beresky, who did … Read more

Emotional Courtroom Showdown: DA Opposes Accused’s Plea to Visit Critically Ill Mother Abroad

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SAN FRANCISCO — A tense courtroom session unfolded Tuesday as the District Attorney opposed a request from an accused man seeking permission to travel to Bulgaria to visit his critically ill mother. The hearing took place in Department 9 of the San Francisco Hall of Justice, presided over by Judge Sylvia Husing. The accused, whose passport has been surrendered to the court due to the ongoing case, is seeking temporary access to it. His mother, who is reportedly in grave condition from heart disease and cancer, is the motivation for the travel request. The man’s … Read more