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March 23, 2007

So you want a Status Update, eh!? I have received numerous emails from fans questioning whether or not we care about the SC fan base because RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP isn't out yet? Come on guys, You know there's a lot more to it than that! First of all, YES, the SC fan base is what keeps the movies alive. Without our dedication and support, RETURN would not have happened. The reason behind the hold up has ABSOLUTELY NOTHING to do with caring about the fan base, and I'm sure most of you realize that … The simple fact of the matter is that the director, Robert Hiltzik is NOT yet satisfied with the CGI work. He wants this stuff to look PRIMO before it's released, and as a huge SC fan myself, I can't say I blame him. The CGI needs to meld perfectly with the make-up fx for some really innovative stuff! I would rather see mind-blowing effects than stuff that's "so-so" in the CGI department, wouldn't you??? After all, part of Sleepaway's charm is all those innovative murder sequences and their ability to look as eerily realistic as possible. Sure it's frustrating to wait and I'm not making excuses here. I remember being at camp over 3 years ago working on the movie…so, yeah, I'm frustrated too. But when all is said and done, wouldn't you rather wait a little longer for a more intense experience? I mean, heck, you've already waited all this time, right? Ok, umm, yeah, so… in the meantime, enjoy all this new content. For the few of you that have unjustly questioned my concerns toward the SC fan base - Well, keep in mind that if I didn't care about the fan base, you wouldn't see all this stuff on here, now would you??? Enjoy my fellow campers!

The RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP section is now open. Here you get closer to the movie than ever before. New pages include:
  • RTSC Video Interviews - Join me on the set of the movie as I interview many members of the RETURN cast. Best of all, the interviews are all in video format! We're gonna start off with these 6 and there are a lot more to come. RETURN has a huge cast of colorful characters, and now you can see and hear firsthand what it was like for them all.
  • Manabe Interactive - What better way to explore a campground than POV style? Here you can take an atmospheric video journey around the grounds (and water) of Camp Manabe!! What other horror movie series ever let you do this before? While I was in New York and Pennsylvania working on the movie, I decided to shoot some footage from a POV perspective so that fans could vicariously experience what it was like to be there. My hopes were to take you closer to the Sleepaway Camp experience than ever before. So go ahead, take a look around and enjoy yourself!
  • RTSC FAQ's Here you will find answers to many of the most frequently asked questions about this movie. But if you're looking for an answer as to why it isn't out yet, read the first paragraph of this update.
  • RTSC PreProduction - Here you can read an in-depth article about the genesis of RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP - How it all began! From tracking everyone down, to readying the script, to casting calls and casting heads! And yes… a Post-Production section will eventually make it's way here too.
Oh, I've noticed an increase in juvenile e-mail lately trying to create a non-existent war between my site and sleepawaycampfilms. For those of you have have nothing better to do than send me ignorant and unmerited emails, there are websites better suited for your needs HERE... I don't work on this website to listen to goofballs blame me for the delay in RTSC's release. Those accusations are pure ignorance. I don't control the post production process. If you don't appreciate what we're offering you here, there is a whole galaxy of other websites you can haunt. As for the real fans, the hardcore fans, the die hards; thank you for your continued support of Sleepaway Camp! You are the ones that make doing this website worthwhile.


July 19, 2006

The FX is finishing up this summer!!! Read a cool article about it on FANGORIA'S WEBSITE!



May 30, 2006

HOLY MOLY: AN UPDATE!

Yes, I have received all your e-mails and YES, an update is long overdue. Why the long delay? Unfortunately, the original CGI AFTER-EFFECTS were not up to snuff. Director, Robert Hiltzik and Executive Producer, Tom Van Dell were not satisfied with the results and all the work was Scrapped! Ouch!! As if you all hadn't been waiting long enough. Then the hunt was on for a new FX Team to start-from-scratch yet again for all the digital compositing and bring everything up to spec.

yet another delay... but Now, it's FINALLY finishing. Executive Producer, Tom Van Dell says that the new 10-man team of CGI FX artists are hard at work every day finishing up the eagerly awaited sequel. Van Dell is also optimistic about a possible FAll Theatrical release! So hold on to your camp hats because we should (finally) have some big announcements to make by Summer's End. And yes, we have lots of RTSC featurettes coming to the website, so have no fear, the light is near...


Lenny Venito, who played "Manny" in last summer's blockbuster WAR OF THE WORLDS launches his own attack... with a whole fleet of... eggs!!??


I thought panty raids were supposed to be fun?



October 9, 2005

Horror fans attending the ROCK AND SHOCK Horror Convention/Concert this weekend in central Massachusetts were treated to a 1-time Sneak preview of RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP. CLICK HERE for the lowdown and a sneak peek.


February 19, 2005

Just What You've Been Lookin' For - I've made the addition of Online VIDEO to the website and to kick it off, Get your exclusive first video glimpse from on the set of RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP Right Here! Episode #1 is "RONNIE RETURNS" featuring the red jogging suited legend- PAUL DeANGELO as himself and "Ronnie." Paul says "Hello" to the fans from the set and talks about playing "Ronnie" 2 decades later! Don't miss it! "Ronnie Returns" is the first in a series of online videos produced exclusively for the website. In time you'll be able to see segments ranging from The SLEEPAWAY CAMP REUNION to more on-the-set of RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP. So bust out the marshmallows and celebrate with "RONNIE RETURNS" !


December 15, 2004

RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP Executive Producer, Tom Van Dell fills us in on the composers he has lined up for the forthcoming movie. Award Winning composer Rodney Whittenberg (who supplied the score for 2002's insect shocker INFESTED) and Tony McAnany (who created music for the Oliver Stone hit: ANY GIVEN SUNDAY) will be composing a creepy soundscape for the big RETURN. Digital Effects editing is going full steam ahead with a likely Spring 2005 completion. And director Robert Hiltzik will soon be going overseas to make use of some new digital technology to incorporate.


October 19, 2004

"Just What I've Been Looking For!" Today we have a Major TREAT for all my fellow Sleepaway campers, just in time for Halloween! It's your Exclusive First Look at STILLS from the forthcoming RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP!!! FEAST your EYES right here.


August 22, 2004

Many of you have been asking for the RETURN TO SLEEPAWAY CAMP PLOT... As many of you know, RETURN is fashioned as another mysterious "Who-Done-It," much like the original film. There's LOTS of characters, LOTS of suspects, and LOTS of speculation! So many of you have said over the years how you loved the "speculation" behind the original... Well, that "speculation" is back with a vengeance! Was it Mr. Hiltzik with the Beehive in the Rec Hall? Or maybe Mrs. Voorhess with the knife in the outhouse? Only time will tell... but in the meantime, get out your list, "Knock off" a few suspects, and Check out your PLOT right here!!


June 2, 2004

All the Fans of SOUTH PARK want to know...


Click on the cartoon for a possible answer.


May 16, 2004

Whoa - Holy Camp Cadavers! It's about time for a RTSC update, right? Alrighty then, here's a new batch of photos for you and a status update following the pics! Happy Camping!


Frank goes to pet his treasured birdie.

Frank and Charlie discuss some staffing issues.

Robert makes sure Bella and gals give Al some sh*t.


Felissa transforms into our favorite 'femme fatale' while CKY's Deron Miller watches on in amazement!

The "FACE" is still scary...

... two decades later!!

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