Saturday, 9 November 2024

BayView release SCARECROWS OF THE THIRD REICH - Available Digitally.

BayView Entertainment have released the horror/sci-fi SCARECROWS OF THE THIRD REICH on Digital Platforms including to rent/buy on Amazon Prime Video worldwide.

SCARECROWS OF THE THIRD REICH will arrive on AVOD Digital Platforms worldwide from 26th November 2024.

At the end of WWII, Hitler ordered Operation Scarecrow to a small SS outpost in the Seelow Heights of Germany. Nobody knew of the existence of this clandestine operation until 70 years later when FBI agent John Fox runs across a vigilante known as the Red Wolf. 

After killing the Red Wolf, Agent Fox learned the shocking secret of Operation Scarecrow. Fox then travels to Germany and meets Pastor Gabriel who unites Fox with a group of outlaws stuck on an SS outpost fighting the remnant Scarecrows of the Third Reich. 

Only they can save the world from this new evil that if undefeated could bring about a 4th Reich.

View the Trailer on YouTube

 


 

Period horror FRIGHT - Available Digitally on Prime.

FRIGHT, written and directed by rising indie filmmaker Dudley Warren, is a deftly crafted, intensely riveting period horror shot in black and white. 
 
Dealing with the issue of chronic agoraphobia faced by an isolated young woman in thirties Britain, FRIGHT received its World Premiere at FrightFest 2024 to universal critical acclaim, being compared to THE HAUNTING and THE INNOCENTS. It is distributed worldwide by Indie Rights and is now available to stream on Prime in the UK and the US.

Synopsis: 1937: Young Emily (Gwyneth Evans) is trapped in a nightmare, chronic agoraphobia and a strange, domineering mother (Jill Priest) have turned their sprawling gothic mansion into a prison. 

On the brink of madness, Emily is haunted by lurking malevolent forces, her only hope, the desperate belief her missing father (Daniel Tuite) could save her from this living hell. But as she longs for his return Emily is tormented by visions of a sinister, gnarled black hand—a spectre haunting her earliest memories.

Warren, who made his name in 2012 adapting Dave Roberts’ football memoir THE BROMLEY BOYS, is noted as being a strong advocate for independent filmmaking, and FRIGHT, through his production company Sixty6Films, continues his philosophy of creating commercially viable, high-end looking genre feature films on very small budgets. 

His prolific output includes found-footage horror THE CUTTING ROOM (2015), claustrophobic thriller CAGE (2016), SEASIDE TOWN (2018), a 6-part football comedy and SIX YEAR’S GONE (2022), which received numerous awards including the London Independent Film Festival’s Audience Award. Warren is also a noted author.

Stream FRIGHT on Amazon.co.uk

Stream FRIGHT on Amazon.com

View the Trailer on YouTube.

Visit the Fright Website https://www.fright-movie.com/  

 


 

Elizabeth Sankey’s Documentary WITCHES - Streaming on MUBI

MUBI, the global distributor, streaming service and production company, has announced the global streaming release date for Elizabeth Sankey’s (Boobs, Romantic Comedy) latest documentary film, WITCHES. The film had its World Premiere at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival and had its UK Premiere at the 2024 London Film Festival, and will stream exclusively on MUBI globally from 22 November 2024.

WITCHES has received two nominations at the British Independent Film Awards 2024, for the Raindance Maverick Award and Best Feature Documentary.

The film is a profound exploration of the unexpected yet compelling connections between postpartum mental health and the history and portrayal of witches in western society and popular culture.

Following on from her critically acclaimed feature Romantic Comedy, released by MUBI in 2019, Sankey now uses her trademark video essay style to turn the camera inward, focusing on her own experiences with postpartum anxiety and depression. 

Using her own experience of being admitted to a psychiatric ward after the birth of her son, Sankey intertwines personal narrative with historical and cinematic footage. The film features interviews with medical professionals, historians, and fellow sufferers, offering a multifaceted perspective on how women with mental health issues have been stigmatised and misunderstood over time, while creating her own coven of women to reclaim their stories.

WITCHES is produced by Manon Ardisson, Chiara Ventura and Jeremy Warmsley - Executive produced by Efe Cakarel, Jason Ropell, Bobby Allen, Thomas C. Hoegh. Cinematography is by ChloĆ« Thomson and the score is composed by Jeremy Warmsley. 

WITCHES will stream exclusively on MUBI globally from 22nd November.

Watch the Trailer on YouTube.

 

 

Indie Horror FEAR MP2V - Released on Digital from VIPCO and BayView

VIPCO & BayView Entertainment have released the horror, mystery, thriller Fear MP2V, which is now available on Digital Platforms worldwide including to rent/buy on Amazon Prime Video.

Fear MP2V will arrive on AVOD Digital Platforms worldwide on 24th December 2024.

Synopsis: MP2V – a rare on-line video format designed for streaming terror. Follow a day in the life of two sociopaths as they travel through small town America on a road trip of terror. 

Watch as they document and film their heinous acts and create a psychotic road diary at every unnerving turn. MP2V will take you on a journey unlike any other conventional film, this is a film about serial killers made by the killers themselves.

A technology-based horror in the age of streaming that’s sure to keep you guessing.

Fear MP2V was Directed by Rob Medaska. The film stars Thomas Brigman, Jackie DeNieff and Jules Graciolett.

View the Trailer on YouTube

 


Danish horror SPEAK NO EVIL (2022) - On UK Disc and Digital.

HAILED AS ‘Sundance’s most shocking feature’ by Dread Central and as ‘the most amazing thing I have seen in I don’t know how long... It’s crazy and it’s crazy good’ by The Guardian; the original SPEAK NO EVIL garnered praise and awards galore on its release in 2022, and now this unnerving, dread-inducing and unrelentingly gripping social satire of a chiller gets its home release this winter.

With the 2024 remake currently thrilling and chilling in UK cinemas, Acorn Media International is pleased to announce that the release of the original Danish horror from Christian Tafdrup is set for its DVD and digital release on 2 December.

The story follows a reserved Danish family – Bjorn (Morten Burian), Louise (Sidsel Siem Koch) and daughter, Agnes (Liva Forsberg) – who are on holiday in Tuscany. When they meet a fun-loving Dutch family, Patrick (Fedja van Huet), Karin (Karina Smulders) and their son, Abel (Marius Damslev), the two families hit it off immediately.

Back home the Danes receive an unexpected invitation to come and stay with their new Dutch friends. After a lengthy trip they arrive at at the remote house and are welcomed with open arms. But what starts as friendly hospitality soon takes a terrifyingly dark turn, leaving the family trapped in a sinister game of manners and menace...

As the tension mounts, they realise that they’re in deadly danger and their polite restraint could cost them
everything

Silence is deadly... dare you SPEAK NO EVIL? A movie that will leave you speechless with fear.

View the Trailer on YouTube.

Pre-order the UK DVD from Amazon.co.uk

 

 

Wednesday, 6 November 2024

MEMBERS CLUB - A Review

Four middle aged male strippers, long past their prime, are preparing to pack things up, following a string of disastrous performances, resulting in a lack of bookings.

However, when they get an invited to do a very special performance at a decrepit social club out in the countryside, offering them four times the going rate, things seem too good to be true.

But upon arrival, they discover gig was just a ruse to lure them there. And the coven of witches within, want their bodies for something far more diabolical than just dancing.

Not overly keen on being offered up as sacrifices to some ancient old witch, the group have to try and find a way to escape with all their parts intact. But the witches aren't playing “ball”...

A very silly, not to mention very British comedy horror, filled with slapstick gore and some hilariously inappropriate humour, that comes across as a bizarre cross between “The Full Monty” and “Black Sunday” (and yes, the film is that weird in places).

The film was obviously very low budget, but makes up for it with its sheer raucousness. I was also surprised to see cult genre regular Steve Oram (Sightseers) and character actor Alan Ford (Lock Stock, Cockneys Vs Zombies) appearing in guest roles, not to mention singer Peter Andre, in what is undoubtedly his most outrageous role to date.

So, if you like low budget, British comedy-horrors, you should definitely give this one a watch.

Watch the trailer on YouTube.

MEMBERS CLUB is available now on Digital Download.
 
Download the film from Amazon.co.uk
 
 
 
 

Saturday, 2 November 2024

80s Adventure MONSTER SUMMER - Coming to Digital Outlets

Signature Entertainment is proud to present the upcoming 80s adventure MONSTER SUMMER, releasing on Digital Platforms 25 November.

When a great evil threatens a group of teens’ never-ending summer, they must band together with a grizzly detective in this 80s adventure throwback. 

When a mysterious force begins to disrupt their big summer fun, Noah and his friends team up with a retired police detective to embark on a monstrous adventure to save their island. 

Starring Lorraine Bracco (The Sopranos), Mel Gibson (Braveheart), Mason Thames (The Black Phone), Kevin James (Paul Blart: Mall Cop), Nora Zehetner (The Right Stuff) and Abby James Witherspoon (Hot Pursuit), Monster Summer is written by Bryan Schulz & Cornelius Uliano (The Peanuts Movie) and directed by David Henrie (This Is this Year).  

MONSTER SUMMER is available on Digital Platforms 25 November. Distributed by Signature Entertainment.

View the Trailer on YouTube.

Hammer Horror CAPTAIN KRONOS - On 4K UHD/BD

Hammer Films invites horror fans to experience an unparalleled celebration of the studio’s legendary legacy. The highly anticipated 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray release of a brand-new 4K restoration of CAPTAIN KRONOS VAMPIRE HUNTER, available for pre-order from Thursday 31st October, marking the cult classic’s 50th anniversary.

Hammer Films brings cult classic Captain Kronos Vampire Hunter back to life as the first stunning 4K restoration from the new Hammer team, under John Gore’s leadership. Written and directed by the legendary Brian Clemens (The Avengers, The Professionals) and originally released in 1974, this swashbuckling horror film has been meticulously restored from the original film negatives. 

It will be celebrating its 50th anniversary with a limited collector’s edition 5-disc set (2x UHD discs and 3x Blu-ray) enclosed within a high-end, leather-feel slipcase with debossed red foil titling. Available for pre-order on 31st October, the limited collector’s edition features:

- Three presentations of the film: UK Theatrical, US Theatrical and As-Filmed Versions
- Brand-new documentary on Brian Clemens’ life and work by Chris Chapman, featuring interviews with Brian’s colleagues, friends and family
- Brand-new introductions and commentary by Hammer icon and star Caroline Munro and Brian Clemens’ sons, Sam and George
- Previously unseen interviews with Brian Clemens and star Horst Janson
- Brand new artwork by world-renowned artist Graham Humphreys
- High-end collectible packaging featuring the 5 discs, a double-sided poster, art cards, new booklet on the making of this cult classic and 100-page comic featuring a reprint of the Kronos strips from the legendary 1970s magazine The House of Hammer

A film that has only grown in significance since its 1974 release, it mixes swashbuckling action with horror; a bold and innovative departure for Hammer and one that continues to inspire filmmakers today.

This release not only revives a Hammer classic but reaffirms the studio’s commitment to restoring its cinematic treasures for today’s horror enthusiasts and dedicated collectors worldwide.

It is the first 4K restoration from John Gore’s Hammer team and an essential collector’s edition that offers a deep dive into the film’s creation and legacy. With extensive bonus materials, including new rare interviews and archival commentaries, it offers fans an unprecedented look behind the scenes of one of Hammer’s most innovative films.

Pre-order the limited edition Captain Kronos: Vampire Hunter 4K Ultra HD/Blu-ray from the 31st October at www.hammerfilms.com

Dark, dastardly horror #AMFAD: ALL MY FRIENDS ARE DEAD - On Digital, November

From acclaimed director Marcus Dunstan (Saw IV, V, VI, 3D) and starring social media star JoJo Siwa, #AMFAD: ALL MY FRIENDS ARE DEAD is a wickedly knowing gore-fest that brings the much-loved slashers of the ‘90s bang up to date with a group of social media obsessed students fighting for survival.  

Following its lauded world premiere at Tribeca Film Festival, the hair-raising horror is set to slay with its UK debut on digital from 18 November courtesy of 101 Films. 

It’s blood, guts, gore and more in this wickedly fun slasher with a tasty twist from Saw writer Marcus Dunstan. Sarah (Jade Pettyjohn) and her aspiring influencer friends spend the night in a holiday rental on their way to a music festival, but unbeknownst to them they’re being watched on hidden cameras

Their weekend of partying suddenly takes a disturbingly gruesome turn when an uninvited guest arrives with one mission in mind… to make these sinners pay for their wrongdoings.

One by one, they are hunted down. Alone and afraid, with no followers to save them, they are brutally bumped off at the hands of a masked murderer.

When a former friend’s (Jojo Siwa) dark past comes to light, can Sarah and her few remaining friends stop the crazed killer before they too meet their bloody demise? 

Make a date with your mates for sassy slasher #AMFAD: ALL MY FRIENDS ARE DEAD – but beware of any unwanted guests!

Jade Pettyjohn (Little Fires Everywhere, Destroyer), JoJo Siwa (Dance Moms), Jennifer Ens (Chapelwaite), Justin Derickson (Monster High, The Midnight Club), Ali Fumiko Whitney (Find Me Falling) and Julian Haig (Riverdale) star. 

On Digital 18 November 2024

View the Trailer on YouTube.

Comedy-Horror IT'S JOHN - Available on YouTube

"IT'S JOHN", a found-footage comedy-horror film from writer-director Victor Hampson, is to be released online on the 31st October following a successful festival run. The core cast is made up of UK comedians and comedy performers Victor Hampson, Dillon Harris, Rebecca Tromans (Netflix) and Christian Jegard (BBC 3).

This no-budget indie movie follows a group of hapless amateur filmmakers who are trying to shoot their own fantasy movie. However, while filming overnight in a deserted forest, they discover an old illustrated children's book in the roots of a tree. It contains a strange warning about one of the characters within it: "Once you've seen John, he can see you. And he's coming to get you." The team soon realise that after seeing John’s picture in the book, he can come out of it…

“There have been a lot of horror films about ghosts or zombies, but not many where the villain is a watercolour illustration of an adult man dressed as a 1960s schoolboy. He wears little shorts which show off his knobbly knees, and you can’t say that about Ghostface or the Woman in Black. So, I hope people will watch this film based on the promise that there will at least be some villainous leg on show, if nothing else.” – Victor Hampson

“It’s John” has been included in a total of 16 film festivals so far (such as London's Funny Life Film Festival, America’s Fright Night Film Fest and Canada’s Couch Film Festival), and has won awards including Best Comedy, Best Writing, and Best Scare. The film has been praised for its effective mix of horror and humour, with genuine scares balanced with laugh-out-loud comedy.

The film is expected to be released on streaming services in early 2025, but will first be made available on YouTube so that anyone can see it for free. 
"IT'S JOHN" and the 20-minute spin-off "IT WAS JOHN" (starring Amber Doig-Thorne from “Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey”) will both drop on the Oxar Productions YouTube channel on 31st October.

View the Trailer on YouTube.

View the full film "IT'S JOHN" on YouTube.

 

 

 

 

 

Bloody Thriller FORGIVE ME FATHER - Coming to Digital Outlets

Kaleidoscope Home Entertainment has announced the forthcoming release of the creepy crime thriller FORGIVE ME FATHER. Starring Tim Faraday, Bradley Turner, and Cindy Humphrey, the film will be available to own on digital from 4th November.

City Detective Taylor (Cindy Humphrey) is thrown into a race against time when a series of mutilated bodies are discovered in a quiet countryside mansion. 

Haunted by her own personal trauma, and with the clock ticking until the killer strikes again, Taylor must use all of her skills to uncover the motive behind the murders and save an innocent life. But delving deeper into the case, she discovers secrets that may lead to deadly consequences.
 
Written and directed by Fredi "Kruga" Nwaka, 
FORGIVE ME FATHER is a thrill ride dealing with religion, forgiveness, and cold, calculated murder.

View the Trailer on YouTube.