FrightFest Presents "HELL IS WHERE THE HOME IS" - 16th Dec

Frightfest Presents the brutal and shocking home invasion horror "HELL IS WHERE THE HOME IS", starring Angela Trimbur (The Good Place), Janel Parrish (Pretty Little Liars) and Fairuza Balk (The Craft), from the Executive Producer of Oldboy.

Two couples, each working through relationship issues, rent a gorgeous house in the desert for a sex and drug-fuelled escape from reality. Sarah (Angela Trimbur) and Estelle (Janel Parrish) are long-time best friends looking forward to reconnecting after a period apart; their boyfriends, however, are immediately wary of one another.

As tensions escalate over the course of a debauched night, things take an unexpected turn when a woman claiming to be a neighbour with car trouble shows up at the door. She seems harmless enough... or so, they think. 

As the twists and turns pile up, so does the body count in this stylish, blood- and neon-soaked thriller which hits with the furious force of a machete to the skull.

FrightFest Presents "HELL IS WHERE THE HOME IS" on Digital HD 16th December.

Shaun Hutson’s TESTAMENT Set to Chill Fans

British horror legend Shaun Hutson is back with Testament, a new novel featuring one of his fans most loved characters, Sean Doyle. 

Published as a new hardback and eBook by Caffeine Nights Publishing, the novel is a direct sequel to the novel Renegades, picks the story up some thirty years later. Sean Doyle is now working as an advisor in Iraq when he is approached by British Intelligence regarding the resurrection of an old nemesis, David Callahan. A man Doyle knows he killed. A man who took the one-woman Doyle ever loved from him.

Older, possibly not wiser but teamed up with a younger operative, Doyle is sent to investigate the rumours surrounding the apparent sightings of Callahan, when supernatural forces rear, waking the dead...and among them, Doyle’s long-lost love. Baffled by how the dead are coming back to life, Doyle is faced with a choice of destroying ultimate evil and knows by doing so he risks losing her again for good.

“Doyle is always a fun character to write.” Hutson said. “The challenge was picking the story up after so long and seeing if he could still operate effectively. So much has changed in the world since his last outing. His new partner is way more technology led whereas Doyle is a blunter tool in a digital age. Often less considered and reactive, though still sharp and intuitive.”

The new novel features a stunning cover design from graphic artist, Ria Fend and is presented in hardback format for a limited time. 

Buy the Hardcover from Amazon.co.uk

Buy the Kindle edition from Amazon.co.uk

Arrow Video to release new restoration of EXORCIST III - 9th Dec

The true heir to William Peter Blatty and William Friedkin’s 1973 masterpiece, The Exorcist III is a hellish horror detective story that pairs thoughtful theological themes with scenes of sheer terror.

The personal vision of Blatty (the acclaimed author of The Exorcist), The Exorcist III is set 15 years after the events of the first film and sees Lieutenant Kinderman (George C. Scott, The Changeling) investigate a series of horrific murders that follow the modus operandi of the notorious Gemini Killer... who died several years earlier in the electric chair. 

After his friend Father Dyer (Ed Flanders) is murdered in his hospital bed, Kinderman’s investigations lead him to ‘Patient X’, a psychopath housed at the same hospital who claims to be the Gemini Killer, and who knows intimate crime scene details. Their encounter leads to a fiery climactic confrontation between the eternal forces of good and evil...

The Exorcist III boasts some of modern horror’s most unforgettable scares and exceptional supporting performances from Jason Miller (The Ninth Configuration) and Brad Dourif (Dune). Blatty’s film is presented here in both its original theatrical cut and the recently assembled ‘Legion’ director’s cut.

TWO-DISC LIMITED EDITION CONTENTS

- Two presentations of The Exorcist III: the theatrical cut and the ‘Legion’ director’s cut

- Original 2.0 stereo audio and optional 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio

- Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing

- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Richard Wells

- Limited edition booklet with new writing on the film by Lee Gambin, archival articles and reviews

DISC ONE: THE THEATRICAL CUT

- 2K restoration of the theatrical cut of The Exorcist III, presented in High Definition

- New audio commentary by critics Alexandra Heller Nicholas and Josh Nelson

- Audio interview with writer/director William Peter Blatty

- Death, Be Not Proud: The Making of The Exorcist III, an in-depth 2016 documentary divided into five chapters:

- Chapter One: A “Wonderful” Time, an interview with producer Carter DeHaven and members of the supporting cast and production crew

- Chapter Two: Signs of the Gemini, an interview with actor Brad Dourif

- Chapter Three: The Devil in the Details, an interview with production designer Leslie Dilley and more

- Chapter Four: Music for a Padded Cell, an interview with composer Barry De Vorzon

- Chapter Five: All this Bleeding, interviews about the additional shoot and special effects

- The Exorcist III: Vintage Interviews, archival interviews with cast and crew members including William Peter Blatty, producer James Robinson, actors George C. Scott, Jason Miller, Grand L. Bush and Ed Flanders

- Falling Down a Long Flight of Steps, an interview with special effects artist Randy Moore

- The Exorcist III: Vintage Featurette, making-of documentary with onset footage and interviews

- Deleted scenes, alternate takes and bloopers

- Image galleries

- Trailers TV spots and radio spots

DISC TWO: THE ‘LEGION’ DIRECTOR’S CUT

- High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation of the ‘Legion’ director’s cut, assembled from the best available film and video elements

- Brand new ‘Legion’ audio commentary with esteemed film critics Mark Kermode and Kim Newman

- Deleted Prologue, an alternate opening to ‘Legion’ with option audio commentary from Mark Kermode and Kim Newman.

Buy the UK BD from Amazon.co.uk

Post-Apocalyptic series 8 DAYS comes to UK DVD January.

What would you do if you only had 8 Days left to live? A meteorite is on a collision course with Earth. The chances to survive in Central Europe: Zero.

This colossally ambitious German series explores the answer to this impossible question through the eyes of an ordinary Berlin family living through the last days of mankind as we know it.

Each episode of this eight-parter brings us one day closer to annihilation. The impending catastrophe sets in motion the reorganisation of society as we know it, and the world rapidly sinks into a huge, panicky, chaotic party. Suddenly people can break the speed limit at will, have wild unprotected sex, do all the drugs they want, shop with no money, live without working, love with no consequences – but in the end, the only thing that matters is: What is really important to you in your final days and hours?

As riots break out in the streets, former physics teacher Uli Steiner puts his trust in smugglers to help his family on a life-threatening escape to Russia, but his wife Susanne worries about the safety of their children, Leonie and Jonas. Her brother, emerging politician Hermann, has his pregnant wife to look after, while their bitter father Egon uses these last days to try and make up for old mistakes.

How far would a person go to protect the ones they love? Leonie’s best friend Nora is trapped in a bunker by the violent, paranoid Klaus, but could former convict Robin be a saviour? Not just for her, but for the new religious sect that see him as a Messiah. Or are the real saviours those in law enforcement still trying to do their job, like dedicated policemen Deniz? With the end of the world nigh, secrets bubble to the surface in the melting pot of Berlin.

Prepare for the end of life as you know it in… 8 Days.

Now showing on Sky Atlantic tonight, the series arrives on DVD and Digital 6 January from Acorn Media International.  

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

Horror Graphic Novel INVASION NANO SAPIENS launches Indiegogo campaign.

Jackhammer Entertainment is pleased to announce the Indiegogo crowdfunding pre-launch of our campaign to produce the forthcoming original sci-fi/horror graphic novel, INVASION NANO SAPIENS, created and written by screenwriter/designer Corky Arnold, (www.jackhammer.cc) and graphic novel artist Ian J. Miller(www.ianjmiller.com). 

The pre-launch campaign is at: https://igg.me/at/Invasion-Nano-Sapiens-Graphic-Novel

“Invasion Nano Sapiens” tells the story of a young, maverick scientist, Fulton Bengis, who creates experimental blood with living nano robotic red and white blood cells and platelets that can improve body functions and kill disease. But when his love, Alison Wintergreen, injects the blood without his knowledge to eradicate her terminal disease, she becomes the hive for a swarm of super-intelligent nanobots that turn her into a deadly being – Nano Sapiens. Fulton risks everything as he tries to save her life.

“Invasion Nano Sapiens” is based on real nano robotic experiments going on now around the world and is the embryonic journey of what could come in medicine to kill cancer and other diseases – unless something goes horribly wrong… It depicts a new threat to human existence not seen anywhere else – and could happen.

“Invasion Nano Sapiens” started as an original screenplay by Corky Arnold, who is a sold screenwriter – as well as award-winning DGA director who has also designed effects for movies like “Star Trek.” The graphic novel is the first step toward making the movie. Credits for the team at Jackhammer Entertainment, where Corky is a partner, span Sci fi and horror movies released by Lionsgate to commercials for global brands like Coca Cola and Skittles.

Artist Ian Miller’s credits for comics and graphic novels include Z-MAN, a horror/zombie comic book series adapted into award-winning animation for Amazon Studios. 

For more info visit: https://igg.me/at/Invasion-Nano-Sapiens-Graphic-Novel

BBC's WAR OF THE WORLDS comes to DVD and Digital

BBC Television's adaptation of HG Wells THE WAR OF THE WORLDS will be released to DVD and on Digital this December.

Set in Edwardian England, The War of the Worlds stars Rafe Spall (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom, Hot Fuzz) as George and Eleanor Tomlinson (Poldark, The White Queen) as his partner Amy, attempting to survive an extra-terrestrial attack in this major new television adaptation of H.G. Wells’ seminal tale. Robert Carlyle (The Full Monty, Trainspotting, The Beach) also stars as friend and scientist Ogilvy, whose experiments could be vital to driving back the Martian invasion.

After a huge meteor strikes Horsell Common in Surrey, England, the inhabitants of Earth face a vicious attack by an unknown alien race. Amidst the chaos, George leaves his loveless marriage in the hope of starting a new life with Amy, despite the condemnation of the community around them.

But for George and Amy, alongside every other human on the planet, this plan is suddenly interrupted when they soon find themselves fighting for their survival against a ruthless enemy beyond their comprehension - an enemy determined to destroy humanity and conquer the planet. Adapted by Peter Harness, this visceral thriller delivers a riveting and atmospheric collision of science fiction, period drama and horror - bringing one of literature’s most notorious foes vividly to life.

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS is distributed by ITV Studios Global Entertainment and is released December 2nd.

Pre-order the DVD from Amazon.co.uk 

Seasonal shocks aplenty on the Horror Channel in December

Wayward werewolves, genetic mutants, a female Frankenstein, man-eating spiders and the return of The Creeper…Horror Channel provides plenty of seasonal shocks in December, including the UK TV premiere for Tyler MacIntyre’s incandescent comic horror PATCHWORK, a modern spin on Mary Shelley mythology, mixed with fun gore and a cheeky tone. It received rapturous applause when first screened in the UK at FrightFest Glasgow 2016 and will delight fans of classic 1980’s scream fests.

There is also a UK TV premiere for spider-infested supernatural thriller GUARDIANS OF THE TOMBS, starring Kelsey Grammer and Channel premieres for martial-arts futurist thriller ULTRAVIOLET, starring Milla Jovovich, werewolf chiller WOLVES, and three daytime eco-disaster films, LAVA STORM, DARK SKIES and SOLAR DESTRUCTION.

Sat 14 Dec @ 21:00 – PATCHWORK (2015) * UK TV premiere

Three young women out partying wake up in a strange laboratory to find themselves sewn together to form one body. Making matters worse, bitchy professional Jennifer, ditzy airhead Ellie and weirdo Madeleine share a collective consciousness as well as body control. Barely able to keep it together, the women co-operate long enough to make an escape. But unable to come to terms with their new multi-persona, the women shift their focus towards tracking down the mad scientist responsible for their mutilation while also making peace with their former hang-ups. Can they put aside their differences long enough to exact the proper revenge?

OTHER PRIMETIME PREMIERES

Sat 7 Dec @ 21:00 – JEEPERS CREEPERS 3 (2017) *UK TV Premiere

Set between the first and second films, Sgt Davis Tubbs (Brandon Smith) assembles a task force to destroy the Creeper once and for all while growing closer than ever before to learning the secrets of its dark origins, as the monster terrorises a local farming community. Also starring Stan Shaw and Gabrielle Haugh. 

Sat 21 Dec @ 21:00 – ULTRAVIOLET (2006) *Channel Premiere

In the late 21st century, a subculture of humans has been infected with a genetic mutation causing enhanced speed, incredible stamina and acute intelligence. As more people are infected, the government sets out to destroy them, but one woman stands in the way: ultra-beautiful, ultra-lethal Violet (Milla Jovovich). With eye-popping martial arts skills and chameleon-like abilities, Violet becomes a rogue warrior bent on protecting her new race and seeking revenge on those who created it.


Sat 28 Dec @ 21:00 – WOLVES (2014) *Channel Premiere

 One night high school Cayden awakes to find his parents brutally murdered and his body drastically changing. He is horrified to realise that he is turning into a wild, savage wolf. Determined to find out what is happening to him, his quest leads him to a strange, isolated town, where two clans of wolves are on the brink of war. When Cayden falls for Angelina, the beautiful, young mate promised to the head of the clan, a battle to the death is inevitable.

AFTERNOON PREMIERES

Wed 4 Dec @ 16:00 – LOVE STORM (2008) *Channel Premiere

When a routine mine inspection goes horribly wrong, Lori Pratt suddenly finds herself in the middle of a massive volcanic eruption.   With the help of her scientist husband, the couple must figure out how to slow down the deadly inferno before it destroys everything in its path--including their family and the world as they know it.

Wed 11 Dec @ 16:00 – DARK SKIES (2009) *Channel Premiere

A corrupt business owner creates acid rain in order to increase the value of the shares he owns in a disaster relief business; but his plan is discovered by his one of his own scientists, whose children and friends are caught by the rain while staying at a cabin. Both the scientist and the others work to neutralize the acid rain while trying to bring down the businessman.

Wed 18 Dec @ 16:00 – SOLAR DESTRUCTION (2008) *Channel Premiere

Fifteen-year-old math genius Riley has just developed a ground-breaking new way to accurately predict deadly solar flares.  He soon discovers the earth has only 18 hours to prepare for a solar flare powerful enough to cause a global electrical meltdown.  What he doesn't know is that a rogue corporation stands to win big if disaster strikes and modern civilization grinds to a halt.  Now with the help of his single mother and a tough-minded professor, Riley must face down danger to convince the world to prepare before it's too late.


Tues 24 Dec @ 16:00 – GUARDIANS OF THE TOMB (2018) *UK TV Premier.

Hired by corporation CEO Mason (Kelsey Grammar), a team of scientists must work together in a desert region of China to recover a missing colleague. In their quest to rescue him they find themselves underground battling ancient, terrifying Chinese magic and making their way through a swarm of deadly, flesh-eating spiders – only to uncover the secret behind the insects’ power and intelligence.

Horror Channel: Be Afraid
TV: Sky 317 / Virgin 149 / Freeview 70 / Freesat 138
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Supernatural Horror THE GALLOWS: ACT II on DVD January

The terrifying spectre of ‘The Hangman’ returns in this nightmarish sequel to smash-hit supernatural thriller The Gallows.

When Auna Rue, a teenage vlogger and aspiring actress, logs onto a sinister website, she’s soon trapped in the malevolent world of cursed stage play, The Gallows. After performing a passage from the play for her tiny online fan base, Auna instantly achieves the stardom she seeks - as well as a twisted challenge from the deadly spirit of The Hangman himself…

Let terror grip you in this fear-inducing sequel, produced by the company that brought you the box-office phenomenon Paranormal Activity and modern horror-classic Insidious.

The Gallows Act II is written and directed by Travis Cluff and Chris Lofing, the star duo behind the terrifying original.

Special Features:

- Summoning the Hangman: Staging The Gallows Act II

- Audio Commentary with Writers/Directors Travis Cluff and Chris Lofing

- Deleted Scenes 

View the trailer on YouTube. 

The Gallows Act II is on DVD 6 January from Lionsgate UK 

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

BACURAU in UK cinemas March 2020

Curated global streaming service and theatrical film distributor MUBI is delighted to announce the UK theatrical release of the 2019 Cannes Film Festival Jury Prize Winner BACURAU in cinemas nationwide 13 March 2020, followed by an exclusive streaming launch on MUBI on 27 March 2020.

Bacurau, a small settlement in Brazil’s remote backcountry, is shaken by the death of its elderly matriarch. But something strange is happening in the village, and there’s little time for mourning. The water supply has been cut off, animals are stampeding through the streets, and empty coffins are turning up on the roadside. One morning, the villagers wake up to find their home has disappeared from satellite maps completely. Under threat from an unknown enemy, Bacurau braces itself for a bloody, brutal fight for survival.

With unforgettable performances from Bárbara Colen, Udo Kier and Sonia Braga, this is an audacious, original and spectacularly violent blend of neo-Western, revenge thriller and political allegory. Tipping its hat to Sergio Leone and John Carpenter, it’s a whirlwind of genre twists and surrealist turns guaranteed to leave you punch-drunk and reeling.

Following the critically-acclaimed NEIGHBOURING SOUNDS and AQUARIUS, Kleber Mendonça Filho shares directorial credit with long-time collaborator Juliano Dornelles in this uniquely hallucinatory and satirical parable.

BACURAU IS IN CINEMAS IN THE UK AND IRELAND FROM 13 MARCH 2020 AND COMING TO MUBI 27 MARCH 2020

Horror Short Film "Ding... You're Dead"

Director Jay Salahi got in touch to tell us about his horror short "Ding... You're Dead", which has been playing the festival circuit and is now available to view on YouTube. In which a negligent house sitter is unknowingly stalked by a flesh eating microwave (yes, you read that right).

Check out out on YouTube below...

Written and directed by Jay Salahi, whose debut feature, Northwood Pie, will be arriving in select US theatre's and streaming services early 2020 .

For more info, visit...

https://dingyouredead.com

https://www.instagram.com/northwoodpie_official

Aussie Vampire series NIGHTWALKERS hits YouTube

Director Adrian Castro got in touch to tell us about his Vampire Comedy Series NIGHTWALKERS, which is available in Australia on ABC IVIEW, but also available internationally on YouTube.

Centuries ago a great war was fought between two vampire clans. Lazarus, the first of the Daywalkers searches for a vial of blood, his blood, that has been taken from him by the Judas clan. 

Unable to find the vial, Lazarus disappears. Eight hundred years later in Western Sydney, Vampire slayers Sam and Charlie Corey have been brought to Blacktown’s Skyline Drive-ins by long time informant and constant thorn in their side, Johnny Slayer. 

With the increase of Vampire related activity in Western Sydney, the slayers discover the Master of the city is on the hunt for ancient artefact that would give any vampire invincible powers. The slayers race against time to stop a vampire apocalypse

Featuring a guest appearance from horror legend Ken Foree (Dawn of the Dead, Devils Rejects) the series is described as a love letter to honour the 80s horror genre.

View the trailer

 

The full series can be viewed online on YouTube.

KRAMPUS & CREEPSHOW Apparel available now from Fright-Rags

With Halloween behind us, the holidays are right around the corner. You better watch out, because Fright-Rags is coming to town with Krampus and Creepshow merchandise.

Survive this Christmas with Fright-Rags' exclusive Krampus collection. The line includes three new shirts, a reprint of a classic design, gingerbread man socks, and six enamel pins, including an antique bronze-style Krampus bell pin. 

Fright-Rags has released strange, eerie, terrifying Creepshow apparel. The TV series has received two new shirts, plus two enamel pins based on a pair of the first season's most memorable monsters. 

Krampus and Creepshow collections are on sale now at Fright-Rags.com. 

Be sure to check back later this month for the annual Black Friday sale, along with more new apparel.

THE INTRUDER comes to UK Digital and Disc

Coming to UK Digital and Disc outlets, Dennis Quaid (Midway, TV's Goliath), Michael Ealy (TV's Almost Human, Jacob's Ladder [2019]) and Megan Good (Shazam, Unborn) star in THE INTRUDER.

When a young married couple (Michael Ealy and Meagan Good) buy their dream house in the Napa Valley, they think they have found the perfect home to take their next steps as a family. 

But their newfound paradise soon turns into a living nightmare when Charlie (Dennis Quaid), the strangely attached seller, continues to infiltrate their lives. 

They begin to suspect he has hidden motivations beyond a quick sale. 

Directed by Deon Taylor (Traffik) THE INTRUDER is Classified Cert 15, and is out on Digital Download on the 18th November and on DVD from the  2nd December.

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

Horror Channel runs CLASSIC MONSTER MARATHON on November 24

On Sunday 24th of November, Horror Channel is celebrating the beginnings of cinema horror with CLASSIC MONSTER MARATHON. Kicking off at 1pm, it features some of the most iconic monster movies of all-time, including: Ted Browning and Karl Freund’s DRACULA, starring Bela Lugosi as the infamously seductive Count, James Whale’s genre-defining FRANKENSTEIN, starring Boris Karloff, Karl Freund’s mesmerising THE MUMMY, with Boris Karloff further establishing himself as one of the great horror stars in film history, THE WOLF MAN, with Lon Chaney, Jr. as the original werewolf and the pulp horror classic CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON. 

In this monster marathon, you can run but you can’t hide…

View the Promo trailer on YouTUbe

Full film details in transmission order:

Sat 24 Nov @ 13:00 – DRACULA (1931) *Channel Premiere

This horror classic stands as the most famous and celebrated film version of the popular vampire story. Bela Lugosi delivers a star-making performance as the titular villain – his erudite, refined Dracula is at once alluring and terrifying. While director Tod Browning an effectively and haunting atmosphere. Also stars Edward Van Sloan as Dracula’s arch enemy, vampire-hunter Van Helsing.

Sun 24 Nov @ 14:05 – FRANKENSTEIN (1931) *Channel Premiere 

Considered by many to be the greatest horror film of all time, director James Whale’s masterpiece tells the story of a maniacal scientist whose obsession with creating a living being from dead body parts leads to a tragic and shocking end. Adapted from the gothic novel by Mary Shelley, the film made Karloff a star and ushered in a new era of horror. It’s been selected by many critics as one of the top hundred films of all time.

Sun 24 Nov @ 16:00 – THE MUMMY (1932) *Channel Premiere 

Boris Karloff solidifies his status as one of the greatest horror stars in film history with his terrifying yet surprisingly poignant performance as high priest as Imhotep, a 3,700 year old mummy who wreaks havoc upon the members of the British field expedition that disturbed his tomb. Featuring ground-breaking innovations in make-up that are used to chilling effects, the film earns its place in the canon of classic horror cinema.

Sun 24 Nov @ 17:30 – THE WOLF MAN (1941) *Channel Premiere 

Lon Chaney, Jr. is the original Wolf Man, forever cursed to roam the countryside as a werewolf. The atmospheric direction and moody soundtrack make "The Wolf Man" as frightening today as it was when it was released. This chilling film introduces another iconic character into the pantheon of classic horror film monsters and villains.

Sun 24 Nov @ 19:00 – CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON (1954) 

American scientists get more than they bargained for on an amazon expedition when a dark tributary turns up a prehistoric man with gills. The half man/half amphibian breaks free after being captured, stealing away the only woman on the crew. This well-crafted creature feature introduces us to one of the most iconic movie monsters of all time.

Horror Channel: Be Afraid

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EDGE OF THE AXE and HARPOON coming January from Arrow

Arrow Video’s January releases will deliver a much needed shiver of delight to film fans experiencing a post-festivities comedown. On the slate are an acclaimed seaborn thriller fresh from FrightFest, and a long-lost slasher classic from a Spanish master of terror. The releases are, as usual, packed with extras, including limited edition booklets with new writing on the films, newly-commissioned sleeve artwork, fascinating commentaries, and behind the scenes documentaries.

EDGE OF THE AXE - Limited Edition Slipcase Blu-ray released on 27 January

From cult Spanish filmmaker José Ramón Larraz (Vampyres, Symptoms) comes this long-neglected late 80s slasher classic, finally unleashed on Blu-ray for the first time ever!

The rural community of Paddock County is being rocked by the crazed exploits of an axe-wielding psychopath, who stalks the night in a black trenchcoat and mask. As the victims pile up, the authorities attempt to keep a lid on the situation, whilst computer whizz-kid Gerald and girlfriend Lillian seek to unmask the killer before the town population reaches zero.

Nominally set in Northern California but shot primarily in Madrid, giving the film an off-kilter, American/European atmosphere akin to the likes of Pieces, Edge of the Axe is a late entry hack-and-slash masterpiece from one of the titans of Spanish terror.

• Brand new 2K restoration from the original camera negative

• English and Spanish language versions of the feature Original uncompressed mono audio

• Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing for the English soundtrack

• Newly translated English subtitles for the Spanish soundtrack

• Brand new audio commentary with actor Barton Faulks

• Brand new audio commentary with The Hysteria Continues

• Newly-filmed interview with actor Barton Faulks

• The Pain in Spain - a newly-filmed interview with special effects and make-up artist Colin Arthur

• Image Gallery

• Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly-commissioned artwork by Justin Osbourn

• Collector’s booklet featuring new writing by Amanda Reyes

• Limited edition slipcase (500 units only) 

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

 

HARPOON – On Blu-ray 27 January 

They say every story about love, friendship and betrayal extols a key lesson in virtue and morality. This is not one of those stories.

Jonah (Munro Chambers, Turbo Kid), Richard (Christopher Gray, TV’s The Mist) and Sasha (Emily Tyra, Code Black) have been friends a long time… maybe too long. Following a ferocious bust-up, Richard tries to make amends in the form of a sailing trip on his family yacht. 

After all, a friendship is the kind of ship that never sinks – until the yacht breaks down and the trio are left stranded in the middle of the ocean. As food and water supplies start to sink and rivalries, dark secrets and sexual tension start to surface, the question becomes: which of these three broken humans will run out of air first?

Dubbed a “twisty little thriller” (Eye For Film) that “will appeal to horror lovers everywhere” (Love Horror), Harpoon is Edgar Allan Poe by way of Seinfeld and an exercise in brilliant pacing, direction and acting. As the story takes darkly comedic and always unexpected turns, the three leads crescendo into a culmination of their respective crises of conscience – except the crisis here is that they have no conscience. Welcome aboard!

SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS

• High Definition Blu-ray™ (1080p) presentation

• Original lossless DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and PCM 2.0 stereo soundtracks

• Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing

• Audio commentary by writer/director Rob Grant and producers Michael Peterson and Kurtis David Harder

• Director's psychedelic audio commentary by Rob Grant

• Dropping Anchor: The Making of Harpoon, a half-hour behind-the-scenes documentary featuring interviews with the cast and crew

• Deleted Scenes with audio commentary by Rob Grant

• Diving Deeper, B-roll footage with audio commentary by Rob Grant

• Welcome Aboard, an exclusive interview with Rob Grant, conducted at the FrightFest UK premiere

• FrightFest premiere introduction and Q&A

• FrightFest TV interviews with Rob Grant

• Theatrical trailer

• Reversible sleeve featuring two choices of artwork

FIRST PRESSING ONLY: Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing by Amy Simmons

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

The Invisible Man - Official Trailer Released

Universal Pictures is delighted to debut the Official Trailer for The Invisible Man. Check it out below...

What you can’t see can hurt you. Emmy winner Elisabeth Moss (Us, TVs The Handmaid’s Tale) stars in a terrifying modern tale of obsession inspired by Universal’s classic monster character.

Trapped in a violent, controlling relationship with a wealthy and brilliant scientist, Cecilia Kass (Moss) escapes in the dead of night and disappears into hiding, aided by her sister (Harriet Dyer, The InBetween), their childhood friend (Aldis Hodge, Straight Outta Compton) and his teenage daughter (Storm Reid, Euphoria).

But when Cecilia’s abusive ex (Oliver Jackson-Cohen, Netflix’s The Haunting of Hill House) commits suicide and leaves her a generous portion of his vast fortune, Cecilia suspects his death was a hoax. As a series of eerie coincidences turns lethal, threatening the lives of those she loves, Cecilia’s sanity begins to unravel as she desperately tries to prove that she is being hunted by someone nobody can see.

Jason Blum, our current-day master of the horror genre, produces The Invisible Man for his Blumhouse Productions. The Invisible Man is written, directed and executive produced by Leigh Whannell, one of the original conceivers of the Saw franchise who most recently directed Upgrade and Insidious: Chapter 3.

The film is also produced by Kylie du Fresne (Upgrade, The Sapphires) for Goalpost Pictures. The executive producers are Whannell, Beatriz Sequeira, Charles Layton, Rosemary Blight, Ben Grant, Couper Samuelson and Jeanette Volturno. The Invisible Man is a co-production of Goalpost Pictures Australia and Blumhouse Productions, in association with Nervous Tick, for Universal Pictures.

The Invisible Man will be released in UK cinemas on 28th February 2020.

Hex Studios to release limited edition of festival hit "HERE COMES HELL"

Best described as 'The Old Dark House' meets 'The Evil Dead', the stylish horror-comedy is an homage to classic horror, with a bloody twist. Filmed in black and white, "HERE COMES HELL" follows the plight of a group of 1930s socialites attending a dinner party in a dilapidated mansion. Bloody mayhem ensues when their host coerces them into performing a séance, accidentally opening the gates of hell.

After premiering at Frightfest Glasgow, the film went on to screen at festivals across the globe including Screamfest LA and Sydney Film Festival, where it racked up rave reviews from audiences and critics alike, with SlashFilm dubbing it 'one of the most impressive feature debuts of the year' and The Daily Record calling it 'a wonderful celebration of the best of genre film-making'.

The release follows the success of Hex Studios' sell-out Limited Edition of arthouse horror 'Frankenstein's Creature'. According to Hex founder Lawrie Brewster, “Five minutes into the film we knew that 'Here Comes Hell' was a perfect fit for our DVD label. Bold, original, charming, and made with an obvious passion for storytelling and practical effects, it's simply an utterly entertaining watch, and we're so proud and excited to be doing a physical release for this future cult classic.”

Packed with extras, including a commentary from Sam Ashurst (Arrow Video Podcast) and a revealing behind the scenes documentary, the beautifully-packaged Limited Edition DVD is available exclusively on the Hex Studios website hexmedia.tv, where you can pre-order now, in advance of its December release.

Pre-order now from the Hex Media Website

CLEANIN’ UP THE TOWN: Ghostbusters Documentary Premiering at the BFI December.

CLEANIN’ UP THE TOWN: Remembering Ghostbusters, directed and produced by the UK brother and sister team of Anthony and Claire Bueno, receives its European Premiere at BFI’s IMAX Cinema on 3rd December ahead of its theatrical release with both filmmakers in attendance. 

Celebrating 35 years since Ivan Reitman’s cult favourite Ghostbusters manifested on the big screen, the film pays a fitting tribute to the whole creative team behind the global phenomenon that continues to enchant audiences to this day. 

The documentary received its World Premiere appropriately in Calgary where Jason Reitman’s Ghostbusters has just completed principle photography.

CLEANIN' UP THE TOWN: Remembering Ghostbusters, is the definitive retrospective documentary, resulting from twelve years of research and production. It charts the making of the original 1984 Ghostbusters, featuring interviews with director Ivan Reitman, and lead cast Dan Aykroyd, Sigourney Weaver, Harold Ramis and Ernie Hudson. 

In addition, the documentary hallmarks the extraordinary achievements made by the filmmakers working in visual effects era before the game-changing Jurassic Park. It reveals a story of ingenuity, innovation and emphasises just how ambitious an undertaking the making of Ghostbusters really was.

Watch the trailer on YouTube

CLEANIN’ UP THE TOWN: REMEMBERING GHOSTBUSTERS RECEIVES IT'S EUROPEAN PREMIERE AT BFI IMAX, TUESDAY 3rd DECEMBER 

UK THEATRICAL RELEASE DATE: DECEMBER

UK Blu-ray / DVD and VOD RELEASE: COMING SOON

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