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5 min readGrave of Flesh Gets a 51, Sinners Rumors Heat Up, and Epic Universe Opens Its Gates
The Into the Scare Zone crew is back for episode 14 of season two, and they're recording at a moment when both hosts feel like HHN 35 news could drop at any second. With June approaching, the event is roughly three months out, and the anticipation is building. This episode covers the latest casting call speculation, new merch drops, changes to a beloved Universal show, a major policy shift at Epic Universe, and—most importantly—a full ranking of last year's "Grave of Flesh" house.
The Sinners Casting Call and What It Means
The biggest news item revolves around a casting call Universal put out looking for jazz and hip hop dancers. The community has almost unanimously interpreted this as confirmation that Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan's vampire film Sinners is coming to the event, likely as a street experience rather than a house. The hosts discuss the possibility of a stage show on Hollywood Boulevard, perhaps near Mel's, where dancers perform before interacting with guests.
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What you'll learn
- 1 (00:52) **Episode Kickoff & Anticipated HHN 35 News** - The hosts set up the episode, noting that major HHN 35 news feels imminent as the event is roughly three months away.
- 2 (03:06) **Casting Call: Jazz/Hip-Hop Dancers for Sinners?** - A recent casting call for jazz/hip-hop dancers is discussed, with the hosts speculating it points to a street experience based on the film *Sinners*.
- 3 (09:15) **New Acrylic Carousel Merchandise** - Universal has released a new line of acrylic collectibles featuring Dr. Oddfellow and Jack, which can be displayed on a carousel stand.
- 4 (11:42) **Horror Make-Up Show Closure & Revamp** - The long-running Horror Make-Up Show is closing temporarily for an overhaul, and the hosts hope it gets a proper update.
- 5 (15:00) **Epic Universe Open Hub Model** - Universal has announced an "open hub" model for Epic Universe, allowing conference attendees to enter the central hub without a full park ticket.
- 6 (18:25) **Grave of Flesh Ranking Begins: Blind Run Scores** - The hosts transition to their main event: a detailed ranking of the "Grave of Flesh" maze, starting with their initial blind reactions.
- 7 (22:17) **Facade & Costume Design** - The hosts debate the quality of the maze's facade and costume design, with a significant disagreement.
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Show Notes
USA Today Bestselling Author JB Michaels and HHN Fanatic Browney officially review Grave of Flesh from HHN 34 using the exclusive ITSZ Ranking System, but not before talking Sinners (pre-announcement) and the Acrylic Carousel merch release!
Don't forget to follow us on X and check out the many books of USA Today Bestselling Author JB Michaels including his book series honoring the classic Universal Monsters. Find them and more at MisterMichaels.com
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