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The boundaries of fear are about to be rewritten as Parasomnia, the spine-chilling feature debut from writer-director James Ross II. Fresh off its haunting premiere at the Overlook Film Festival, this supernatural chiller promises to turn your dreams into nightmares. Where Dreams Become Real The narrative follows Riley, a young woman plagued by severe night terrors and anchored by a tragic history. Her fragile reality shatters completely when her best friend mysteriously vanishes. As the boundary between dreams and reality blurs, Riley comes to a horrifying realization: the demonic entity tormenting her sleep has manifested in the waking world. Jasmine Mathews leads an exceptional ensemble cast alongside RJ Brown, Sally Stewart, Stephen Barrington, Danny Brown, and Simon Longnight. Horror that will Keep You Up All Night Ross sets out to weaponize the inescapable vulnerability of sleep. It taps into universal fears while carving out a distinctly modern path for horror, culminating in intense experiences. Rather than delivering simple scares, the
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Alex Goyette makes his feature directorial debut with Breeder, a darkly hilarious yet deeply unsettling horror-thriller that releases in U.S. theaters this Fall via IFC Films and Shudder. Following its celebrated premiere at the Tribeca Festival in June, the film turns a bizarre premise into a claustrophobic nightmare. It’s a movie about human pedigree, trapped spaces, and genetic obsession. Poodles, Pedigrees, and Human Livestock The story centers on Russell (Daniel Doheny). He’s a broke MIT dropout desperate for cash who accepts a seemingly straightforward research job at a secluded ranch. The facility is owned by Patti (Dot-Marie Jones). She’s an eccentric champion poodle breeder who has spent her life engineering flawless canine bloodlines. However, Russell soon discovers the position is a sinister front. Patti has decided to expand her eugenics project beyond dogs. She’s eyeing Russell and her own daughter (Maddie Phillips) as subjects for her next selective-breeding experiment. Tribeca Buzz and Psychological Dread Rather than relying on cheap jump
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Black Mandala is expanding its hit supernatural anthology franchise with The 100 Candles Game: Dark Mirror, the third installment in the globally successful saga. Building on a franchise already screened in 20 countries, this new entry plunges viewers back into the ritual’s sinister lore. All while pushing the terrifying mythology into uncharted territory. Summoning Spirits Through the Looking Glass The story follows three friends. They gather inside an abandoned house with a singular goal: to establish contact with Mary, a missing companion they cannot move past. To reach her, they initiate the legendary 100 Candles Game by encircling an ancient mirror with one hundred burning flames. As each friend recounts a terrifying tale, they extinguish a candle directly in front of the glass. However, every darkened flame weakens the veil between the living and the deceased. The mirror slowly transforms from a simple reflection into a supernatural gateway. Releasing an otherworldly presence desperate to cross over into our reality. International
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Geoff Keighley and Eefje “sjokz” Depoortere kicked off Gamescom 2026 with an Opening Night Live spectacle that proved the gaming industry’s appetite for cinematic hype remains completely insatiable. Five thousand fans poured into Cologne. Millions more were streaming from home. Fans were treated to a barrage of world premieres, long-awaited gameplay reveals, and more. Key highlights included a fresh look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt:Songs of the Past. For anyone who missed the live broadcast, the full recording is already racking up views on YouTube. However, Gamescom Awesome Indies Showcase promises another hit of digital serotonin on August 27. Cologne Succumbs to 1,700 Exhibitors If you thought your hard drive was running out of space, try fitting more than 1,700 exhibitors into Koelnmesse. Setting a brand-new record by comfortably shattering initial projections of 1,600, the event has officially swallowed 233,000 square meters of exhibition space. This marks the first time
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Attention gamers! Fresh off its appearance at Opening Night Live, Panache Digital Games has officially launched 1666: Amsterdam into Early Access. It’s available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store for $29.99 USD. Accompanied by a brand-new launch trailer highlighting its occult world and mystical combat, the title invites players to step onto the rain-slicked cobblestones of a dark metropolis. Witchcraft and Unpaid Debts Beneath the wealthy, bustling surface of 1666 Amsterdam lurk “The Originals.” They are ancient, immortal entities. They have spent centuries abusing power and time. Players step into the shoes of Noa Brooklyn, a young woman raised as the “Collector” to strip these creatures of their stolen influence. The gameplay revolves around a dynamic day-night cycle. By day, Noa investigates the city to unmask and track Originals hiding behind ordinary human faces. However, by night, during the mystical Esbat, her targets reveal their monstrous true forms. This forces her to deploy deadly witchcraft, spellcasting, and
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How far would you go to keep your dying child alive? That harrowing question serves as the dark pulse behind the movie Child, a chilling psychological horror thriller directed by Academy Award-nominated director Cyrus Neshvad. Distributed by Cynefilms, this deeply unsettling feature is set to hauntingly captivate audiences when it officially arrives in UK cinemas this October. Crossing Moral Lines with No Turning Back The heart-wrenching plot centers on Anne and Greg, two desperate parents whose young son is rapidly running out of time. Driven by unconditional love and overwhelming panic, the couple becomes willing to sacrifice absolutely everything for one final, desperate chance at a cure. However, after crossing an unforgivable moral line, Anne and Greg find themselves trapped in a living nightmare. And every subsequent decision exacts an even higher, more monstrous price. Acclaimed Debut Leaves Critics Spellbound Child celebrated its World Premiere at the 2026 Raindance Film Festival, earning a prestigious nomination for the Discovery Award for
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Horror fans hungry for their next found-footage fixation are in for a serious sleepless night. Terror Films Releasing has officially joined forces with writer-director Joshua Brucker and co-director Hunter Nino to bring their chilling new found-footage thriller, Night Terror, straight to home screens with its release today on Prime Video. Blending raw, intimate cinematography with psychological dread, the feature plunges viewers directly into the terrifying intersection of severe sleep disorders and unexplainable paranormal phenomena. A Documentary Assignment Gone Horribly Wrong The nightmare centers on Shelly. She’s a young woman whose daily life is consumed by the debilitating agony of chronic sleep paralysis and night terrors. In a desperate bid for answers and relief, two college students use her as the subject for their film project. However, what starts as a routine documentary recording her restless nights rapidly devolves. It becomes something far more sinister. As the cameras roll, they capture terrifying occurrences that extend far beyond simple medical anomalies. Deeply
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. It is with a heavy heart that we report the world has lost a true icon. Actor Tim Curry has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a massive legacy that will never be forgotten. A Foundation in Theater and Screen Innovation Born in Cheshire, England, in 1946. Tim Curry built his artistic foundation on the stage before permanently altering pop culture history in 1975 as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Originating the role on stage in London and Los Angeles before immortalizing it on screen, Curry brought an unmatched blend of magnetic charisma, operatic vocal power, and unapologetic theatricality that defined cult cinema for generations. Master of Horror, Comedy, and Darkness Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Curry established himself as one of modern entertainment’s most versatile and commanding screen presences. His terrifying portrayal of Pennywise the Dancing Clown in the 1990 television adaptation of Stephen King’s It traumatized a generation. It set the
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Pabst Blue Ribbon and Horror Inc. are officially joining forces this fall for a blood-soaked, lager-fueled collaboration designed to bring the ultimate slasher experience straight to partygoers across America. Built to celebrate two legendary subcultures that practically own the spooky season. This limited-edition crossover blends classic dive bar heritage with iconic horror fandom. PBR is rolling out custom Jason Voorhees-themed packaging alongside a massive lineup of premium merchandise. That includes co-branded apparel, retro glassware, tap handles, tackers, koozies, and collectible bobbleheads. The campaign sets the stage for Halloween and Peacock and A24’s highly anticipated “Crystal Lake” series. Wear Your 12-Pack Like a True Killer .The undisputed crown jewel of the partnership is a stroke of sheer, booze-filled genius. The 12-pack beer box itself doubles as a wearable Jason Voorhees hockey mask. Either cut out the iconic mask or slap the entire beer box over your head. Instantly claim the best costume at the party. Company representatives only have one humble
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Mike Flanagan’s upcoming Carrie series isn’t the only mind-bending Stephen King adaptation heading to our screens this fall. ScreenRant has officially confirmed that MGM+’s hit series “The Institute” is returning for a highly anticipated second season. It also shared a fresh batch of first-look images. While the network is keeping the exact premiere date under wraps for now, fans can look forward to an eight-episode installment. One packed with relentless suspense, shadowy government conspiracies, and heart-pounding survival. Recapping the Season One Nightmare For anyone needing a quick refresher on where things left off, Season 1 plunges viewers into a chilling nightmare centered on Luke Ellis (Joe Freeman). He’s a telekinetic teen genius who is kidnapped and brought to a covert facility housing children with extraordinary gifts. As Luke fought to survive the sinister experiments overseen by Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker), disgraced former cop Tim Jamieson (Ben Barnes) was attempting to start fresh in a nearby town. However, he is unaware
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The boundaries of fear are about to be rewritten as Parasomnia, the spine-chilling feature debut from writer-director James Ross II. Fresh off its haunting premiere at the Overlook Film Festival, this supernatural chiller promises to turn your dreams into nightmares. Where Dreams Become Real The narrative follows Riley, a young woman plagued by severe night terrors and anchored by a tragic history. Her fragile reality shatters completely when her best friend mysteriously vanishes. As the boundary between dreams and reality blurs, Riley comes to a horrifying realization: the demonic entity tormenting her sleep has manifested in the waking world. Jasmine Mathews leads an exceptional ensemble cast alongside RJ Brown, Sally Stewart, Stephen Barrington, Danny Brown, and Simon Longnight. Horror that will Keep You Up All Night Ross sets out to weaponize the inescapable vulnerability of sleep. It taps into universal fears while carving out a distinctly modern path for horror, culminating in intense experiences. Rather than delivering simple scares, the
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Alex Goyette makes his feature directorial debut with Breeder, a darkly hilarious yet deeply unsettling horror-thriller that releases in U.S. theaters this Fall via IFC Films and Shudder. Following its celebrated premiere at the Tribeca Festival in June, the film turns a bizarre premise into a claustrophobic nightmare. It’s a movie about human pedigree, trapped spaces, and genetic obsession. Poodles, Pedigrees, and Human Livestock The story centers on Russell (Daniel Doheny). He’s a broke MIT dropout desperate for cash who accepts a seemingly straightforward research job at a secluded ranch. The facility is owned by Patti (Dot-Marie Jones). She’s an eccentric champion poodle breeder who has spent her life engineering flawless canine bloodlines. However, Russell soon discovers the position is a sinister front. Patti has decided to expand her eugenics project beyond dogs. She’s eyeing Russell and her own daughter (Maddie Phillips) as subjects for her next selective-breeding experiment. Tribeca Buzz and Psychological Dread Rather than relying on cheap jump
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Black Mandala is expanding its hit supernatural anthology franchise with The 100 Candles Game: Dark Mirror, the third installment in the globally successful saga. Building on a franchise already screened in 20 countries, this new entry plunges viewers back into the ritual’s sinister lore. All while pushing the terrifying mythology into uncharted territory. Summoning Spirits Through the Looking Glass The story follows three friends. They gather inside an abandoned house with a singular goal: to establish contact with Mary, a missing companion they cannot move past. To reach her, they initiate the legendary 100 Candles Game by encircling an ancient mirror with one hundred burning flames. As each friend recounts a terrifying tale, they extinguish a candle directly in front of the glass. However, every darkened flame weakens the veil between the living and the deceased. The mirror slowly transforms from a simple reflection into a supernatural gateway. Releasing an otherworldly presence desperate to cross over into our reality. International
Continue reading →
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Geoff Keighley and Eefje “sjokz” Depoortere kicked off Gamescom 2026 with an Opening Night Live spectacle that proved the gaming industry’s appetite for cinematic hype remains completely insatiable. Five thousand fans poured into Cologne. Millions more were streaming from home. Fans were treated to a barrage of world premieres, long-awaited gameplay reveals, and more. Key highlights included a fresh look at Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Gears of War: E-Day, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt:Songs of the Past. For anyone who missed the live broadcast, the full recording is already racking up views on YouTube. However, Gamescom Awesome Indies Showcase promises another hit of digital serotonin on August 27. Cologne Succumbs to 1,700 Exhibitors If you thought your hard drive was running out of space, try fitting more than 1,700 exhibitors into Koelnmesse. Setting a brand-new record by comfortably shattering initial projections of 1,600, the event has officially swallowed 233,000 square meters of exhibition space. This marks the first time
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Attention gamers! Fresh off its appearance at Opening Night Live, Panache Digital Games has officially launched 1666: Amsterdam into Early Access. It’s available on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store for $29.99 USD. Accompanied by a brand-new launch trailer highlighting its occult world and mystical combat, the title invites players to step onto the rain-slicked cobblestones of a dark metropolis. Witchcraft and Unpaid Debts Beneath the wealthy, bustling surface of 1666 Amsterdam lurk “The Originals.” They are ancient, immortal entities. They have spent centuries abusing power and time. Players step into the shoes of Noa Brooklyn, a young woman raised as the “Collector” to strip these creatures of their stolen influence. The gameplay revolves around a dynamic day-night cycle. By day, Noa investigates the city to unmask and track Originals hiding behind ordinary human faces. However, by night, during the mystical Esbat, her targets reveal their monstrous true forms. This forces her to deploy deadly witchcraft, spellcasting, and
Continue reading →
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How far would you go to keep your dying child alive? That harrowing question serves as the dark pulse behind the movie Child, a chilling psychological horror thriller directed by Academy Award-nominated director Cyrus Neshvad. Distributed by Cynefilms, this deeply unsettling feature is set to hauntingly captivate audiences when it officially arrives in UK cinemas this October. Crossing Moral Lines with No Turning Back The heart-wrenching plot centers on Anne and Greg, two desperate parents whose young son is rapidly running out of time. Driven by unconditional love and overwhelming panic, the couple becomes willing to sacrifice absolutely everything for one final, desperate chance at a cure. However, after crossing an unforgivable moral line, Anne and Greg find themselves trapped in a living nightmare. And every subsequent decision exacts an even higher, more monstrous price. Acclaimed Debut Leaves Critics Spellbound Child celebrated its World Premiere at the 2026 Raindance Film Festival, earning a prestigious nomination for the Discovery Award for
Continue reading →
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Horror fans hungry for their next found-footage fixation are in for a serious sleepless night. Terror Films Releasing has officially joined forces with writer-director Joshua Brucker and co-director Hunter Nino to bring their chilling new found-footage thriller, Night Terror, straight to home screens with its release today on Prime Video. Blending raw, intimate cinematography with psychological dread, the feature plunges viewers directly into the terrifying intersection of severe sleep disorders and unexplainable paranormal phenomena. A Documentary Assignment Gone Horribly Wrong The nightmare centers on Shelly. She’s a young woman whose daily life is consumed by the debilitating agony of chronic sleep paralysis and night terrors. In a desperate bid for answers and relief, two college students use her as the subject for their film project. However, what starts as a routine documentary recording her restless nights rapidly devolves. It becomes something far more sinister. As the cameras roll, they capture terrifying occurrences that extend far beyond simple medical anomalies. Deeply
Continue reading →
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. It is with a heavy heart that we report the world has lost a true icon. Actor Tim Curry has passed away at the age of 80, leaving behind a massive legacy that will never be forgotten. A Foundation in Theater and Screen Innovation Born in Cheshire, England, in 1946. Tim Curry built his artistic foundation on the stage before permanently altering pop culture history in 1975 as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Originating the role on stage in London and Los Angeles before immortalizing it on screen, Curry brought an unmatched blend of magnetic charisma, operatic vocal power, and unapologetic theatricality that defined cult cinema for generations. Master of Horror, Comedy, and Darkness Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, Curry established himself as one of modern entertainment’s most versatile and commanding screen presences. His terrifying portrayal of Pennywise the Dancing Clown in the 1990 television adaptation of Stephen King’s It traumatized a generation. It set the
Continue reading →
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Pabst Blue Ribbon and Horror Inc. are officially joining forces this fall for a blood-soaked, lager-fueled collaboration designed to bring the ultimate slasher experience straight to partygoers across America. Built to celebrate two legendary subcultures that practically own the spooky season. This limited-edition crossover blends classic dive bar heritage with iconic horror fandom. PBR is rolling out custom Jason Voorhees-themed packaging alongside a massive lineup of premium merchandise. That includes co-branded apparel, retro glassware, tap handles, tackers, koozies, and collectible bobbleheads. The campaign sets the stage for Halloween and Peacock and A24’s highly anticipated “Crystal Lake” series. Wear Your 12-Pack Like a True Killer .The undisputed crown jewel of the partnership is a stroke of sheer, booze-filled genius. The 12-pack beer box itself doubles as a wearable Jason Voorhees hockey mask. Either cut out the iconic mask or slap the entire beer box over your head. Instantly claim the best costume at the party. Company representatives only have one humble
Continue reading →
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Mike Flanagan’s upcoming Carrie series isn’t the only mind-bending Stephen King adaptation heading to our screens this fall. ScreenRant has officially confirmed that MGM+’s hit series “The Institute” is returning for a highly anticipated second season. It also shared a fresh batch of first-look images. While the network is keeping the exact premiere date under wraps for now, fans can look forward to an eight-episode installment. One packed with relentless suspense, shadowy government conspiracies, and heart-pounding survival. Recapping the Season One Nightmare For anyone needing a quick refresher on where things left off, Season 1 plunges viewers into a chilling nightmare centered on Luke Ellis (Joe Freeman). He’s a telekinetic teen genius who is kidnapped and brought to a covert facility housing children with extraordinary gifts. As Luke fought to survive the sinister experiments overseen by Ms. Sigsby (Mary-Louise Parker), disgraced former cop Tim Jamieson (Ben Barnes) was attempting to start fresh in a nearby town. However, he is unaware
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