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Prepare for a terrifying voyage this Spring with the upcoming Ship of the Damned. A quaint coastal town is disrupted by the sudden appearance of a mysterious ghost ship aged over 500 years. Elena, a driven historian, teams up with the local coastguard to investigate the anomaly. Their curiosity takes a dark turn as they discover the derelict vessel is far from abandoned. A crew bound by a malevolent curse lurks within, and they have no intention of letting their new visitors leave. As Elena and the coastguard delve deeper into the ship’s dark secrets, they become unwitting pawns in a deadly game. The cursed crew sets their sights on the newcomers, forcing them into a desperate struggle for survival. They must confront the horrors that haunt the vessel and find a way to break the curse before it claims them all. Meet the Cast Hannaj Bang Bendz plays Elena, the curious historian drawn into the mystery of the ghost
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Cinephobia Releasing is bringing chills with the release of The Coffee Table, a haunting horror film by director Caye Casas, who set out to make a brutal film audiences won’t soon forget. A Simple Purchase, Unforeseen Terror The film follows a struggling couple, Jesus and Maria, who have recently become parents. Hoping for a fresh start and needing some furniture, they decide to buy a new coffee table – a seemingly ordinary piece. The purchase soon takes a nightmarish turn. Critical Acclaim and Festival Recognition Critics have described The Coffee Table as “not for the weak” and an “unforgettable film.” It has garnered acclaim on the festival circuit, winning “Best Film” in the “Rebels with a Cause” section at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival and screened at prestigious festivals like Fantastic Fest, Fantaspoa, and Grimmfest. Real Terror Without Monsters Director Casas promises a unique brand of horror: “We wanted to make a film that explores terror without relying on
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Brace yourselves, horror fans! The unsettling Irish horror film Gateway is set to premiere on Shudder this April, bringing a dose of dread to viewers in the US, Canada, Ireland, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. A Gateway to Terror Written and directed by Niall Owens, Gateway unfolds within the seemingly innocuous setting of an abandoned house. A group of desperate criminals seeking refuge stumble upon this ordinary-looking dwelling, unaware of the horrors that lurk within. The official synopsis hints at a chilling discovery that turns the tables on these unwelcome guests. Have they found a safe haven, or has the house itself become a malevolent entity with its own sinister plans? A Glimpse into the Unknown The recently released trailer for Gateway offers a glimpse into the film’s unsettling atmosphere. Eerie shadows dance across dusty walls, whispers seem to emanate from unseen corners, and a sense of paranoia steadily builds. As the trailer progresses, the desperation of the characters becomes
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Thomasina (Thom) and Martha (Mars) Hanbury (played by Emma Appleton and Stefanie Martini respectively) are brilliant adult orphans who live in rural isolation in a grande ol’ manse… a location where Thom has come up with a real humdinger of an invention by the name of Lola; a television that can receive signals from any date in the future the device is set to. Also a horse seemingly lives in their home… which normally would be odd enough, but alas one trumps the other… Anyway, the year being 1941, and the setting England the girls get up the gumption to begin delivering messages warning of Nazi attacks before they happen, saving countless lives. Their success leads to the attention of the British Military, thanks to the prying eyes of Lt. Sebastian Holloway of the Royal Corps of Signals (Rory Fleck Byrne) who soon allies with the sisters to literally change the course of World War II. As you can imagine,
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Travel back to the disturbing world of the Hundred-Acre Wood—where childhood characters have embraced their monstrous side. The sequel Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 is opening in select theaters today! A Descent into Darker Depths Following the success of the controversial 2023 film Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey, the sequel delves deeper into the twisted fate of our once beloved characters. Abandoned and enraged after Christopher Robin revealed their existence, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, and Tigger embark on a path of vengeance. From Beloved Characters to Unforgiving Rage Their idyllic home is no longer a haven; the group sets their sights on the town of Ashdown, Christopher Robin’s home. Driven by a thirst for revenge, they unleash their fury upon the unsuspecting townspeople, leaving a trail of terror and bloodshed in their wake. This twisted tale takes a familiar narrative and flips it on its head. The playful inhabitants of the Hundred-Acre Wood have become monsters with a taste for blood. Catch
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Get ready for some nostalgic chills! Daisy is the throwback monster movie you’ve been waiting for, from the mind of filmmaker Michael S. Rodriguez (Last American Horror Show I & II). A Town’s Terror Felix (played by Michael Wainwright) is a war veteran struggling with PTSD after being the sole survivor of his squad in Afghanistan. Back in his small hometown of Cutler, he finds solace running his late father’s auto repair shop and with a creature he brought back from the war– a humanoid with a taste for human blood. Inspired by Legends and Modern Struggles Rodriguez masterfully blends modern-day issues with obscure folklore to create a unique tale. The concept for Daisy arose from a conversation with a real-life veteran who spoke of a legendary cryptid in Afghanistan – a giant vampire bat-like creature. This chilling inspiration fuels the film’s story. A Nostalgic Treat with Modern Bite Shot on a shoestring budget in just six days, Daisy prioritizes
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Horrors are hopping your way this Easter! Director and producer Diane Foster’s outrageous horror-comedy Easter Bloody Easter hops onto VOD just in time for Easter, courtesy of Gravitas Ventures. A Killer Rabbit Rips Through Texas This feature film, marking Foster’s directorial debut, injects a dose of absurdity and thrills into the holiday season. The story unfolds in the quirky town of Walburg, Texas, where a series of bloody murders disrupts the upcoming “Easter-palooza” festivities. Jeanie (played by Foster herself) is our unlikely heroine. When her husband Lance disappears under mysterious circumstances, she springs into action. Aided by her best friend Carol, Jeanie embarks on a hilarious and horrifying quest to unravel the truth. Unmasking the Monster Their investigation leads them to a local legend – the killer Jackalope, a monstrous shapeshifter with a taste for carnage. With the help of a professional bunny slayer named Megan, Jeanie, and Carol must confront this fluffy fiend and its army of demonic bunnies
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Calling all horror fans! Brace yourselves for a chilling new entry into the slasher genre – Mister Sleep, set to premiere on streaming services via Gravitas Ventures this April. Ahead of its debut, the new trailer has arrived. It teases action and horror as a serial killer slashes his way onto the scene, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. A Vengeful Nightmare Begins: Written and directed by the dynamic duo of Amy Bailey and Rob Hollocks, Mister Sleep marks their third feature film together. Shot entirely in Augusta, Georgia, the film promises to be a thrilling and terrifying experience, with the potential to launch a brand-new horror franchise. A Twisted Tale of Revenge: The film’s narrative centers on a deranged killer. After a near-death encounter, he embarks on a bloody rampage fueled by vengeance. His targets are a group of insomniacs participating in a new drug trial, believing they hold the key to his stolen memories. As the
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Earlier this year, a new horror slasher, Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey, set out to ruin our childhood. It turned some of our favorite childhood characters into bloodthirsty monsters. Thanks to its viral success, the director/franchise creator Rhys Frake-Waterfield will unleash the sequel Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 in theaters this week. Abandoned and enraged after Christopher Robin revealed their existence, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, and Tigger embark on a path of vengeance. The group sets their sights on the town of Ashdown, Christopher Robin’s home. Driven by a thirst for revenge, they unleash their fury upon the townspeople, leaving a trail of bloodshed in their wake. A Talk With the Director and the Star I sat down with Waterfield and the sequel’s star, Scott Chambers, who plays Christopher Robin, to discuss the sequel and the franchise’s future. During the conversation, Chambers revealed the huge news that the franchise won’t stop with Winnie-the-Pooh. There is a whole universe in the works, “The
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Jagged Edge Productions and ITN Studios, behind Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey and its upcoming sequel, are expanding their world of horror movies. Get ready for “The Twisted Childhood Universe.” This chilling cinematic universe will reimagine classic children’s characters as monstrous threats, ruining your childhood forever. The announcement came during our interview with Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and Blood and Honey 2 star Scott Chambers. Monsters Unite Previously announced standalone films like Bambi: The Reckoning, Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare, and Pinocchio Unstrung will be joined by new characters like Sleeping Beauty, The Mad Hatter, and Rabbit from Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2. Be sure to keep an eye out. All of the standalone films will contain hints and easter eggs towards this epic crossover event. The culmination of this universe will begin with the 2025 film Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. These horrifying characters unite to take down the world. Drawing inspiration from films like Freddy vs. Jason and The Avengers, the
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Prepare for a terrifying voyage this Spring with the upcoming Ship of the Damned. A quaint coastal town is disrupted by the sudden appearance of a mysterious ghost ship aged over 500 years. Elena, a driven historian, teams up with the local coastguard to investigate the anomaly. Their curiosity takes a dark turn as they discover the derelict vessel is far from abandoned. A crew bound by a malevolent curse lurks within, and they have no intention of letting their new visitors leave. As Elena and the coastguard delve deeper into the ship’s dark secrets, they become unwitting pawns in a deadly game. The cursed crew sets their sights on the newcomers, forcing them into a desperate struggle for survival. They must confront the horrors that haunt the vessel and find a way to break the curse before it claims them all. Meet the Cast Hannaj Bang Bendz plays Elena, the curious historian drawn into the mystery of the ghost
Continue reading →
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Cinephobia Releasing is bringing chills with the release of The Coffee Table, a haunting horror film by director Caye Casas, who set out to make a brutal film audiences won’t soon forget. A Simple Purchase, Unforeseen Terror The film follows a struggling couple, Jesus and Maria, who have recently become parents. Hoping for a fresh start and needing some furniture, they decide to buy a new coffee table – a seemingly ordinary piece. The purchase soon takes a nightmarish turn. Critical Acclaim and Festival Recognition Critics have described The Coffee Table as “not for the weak” and an “unforgettable film.” It has garnered acclaim on the festival circuit, winning “Best Film” in the “Rebels with a Cause” section at the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival and screened at prestigious festivals like Fantastic Fest, Fantaspoa, and Grimmfest. Real Terror Without Monsters Director Casas promises a unique brand of horror: “We wanted to make a film that explores terror without relying on
Continue reading →
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Brace yourselves, horror fans! The unsettling Irish horror film Gateway is set to premiere on Shudder this April, bringing a dose of dread to viewers in the US, Canada, Ireland, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. A Gateway to Terror Written and directed by Niall Owens, Gateway unfolds within the seemingly innocuous setting of an abandoned house. A group of desperate criminals seeking refuge stumble upon this ordinary-looking dwelling, unaware of the horrors that lurk within. The official synopsis hints at a chilling discovery that turns the tables on these unwelcome guests. Have they found a safe haven, or has the house itself become a malevolent entity with its own sinister plans? A Glimpse into the Unknown The recently released trailer for Gateway offers a glimpse into the film’s unsettling atmosphere. Eerie shadows dance across dusty walls, whispers seem to emanate from unseen corners, and a sense of paranoia steadily builds. As the trailer progresses, the desperation of the characters becomes
Continue reading →
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Thomasina (Thom) and Martha (Mars) Hanbury (played by Emma Appleton and Stefanie Martini respectively) are brilliant adult orphans who live in rural isolation in a grande ol’ manse… a location where Thom has come up with a real humdinger of an invention by the name of Lola; a television that can receive signals from any date in the future the device is set to. Also a horse seemingly lives in their home… which normally would be odd enough, but alas one trumps the other… Anyway, the year being 1941, and the setting England the girls get up the gumption to begin delivering messages warning of Nazi attacks before they happen, saving countless lives. Their success leads to the attention of the British Military, thanks to the prying eyes of Lt. Sebastian Holloway of the Royal Corps of Signals (Rory Fleck Byrne) who soon allies with the sisters to literally change the course of World War II. As you can imagine,
Continue reading →
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Travel back to the disturbing world of the Hundred-Acre Wood—where childhood characters have embraced their monstrous side. The sequel Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 is opening in select theaters today! A Descent into Darker Depths Following the success of the controversial 2023 film Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey, the sequel delves deeper into the twisted fate of our once beloved characters. Abandoned and enraged after Christopher Robin revealed their existence, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, and Tigger embark on a path of vengeance. From Beloved Characters to Unforgiving Rage Their idyllic home is no longer a haven; the group sets their sights on the town of Ashdown, Christopher Robin’s home. Driven by a thirst for revenge, they unleash their fury upon the unsuspecting townspeople, leaving a trail of terror and bloodshed in their wake. This twisted tale takes a familiar narrative and flips it on its head. The playful inhabitants of the Hundred-Acre Wood have become monsters with a taste for blood. Catch
Continue reading →
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Get ready for some nostalgic chills! Daisy is the throwback monster movie you’ve been waiting for, from the mind of filmmaker Michael S. Rodriguez (Last American Horror Show I & II). A Town’s Terror Felix (played by Michael Wainwright) is a war veteran struggling with PTSD after being the sole survivor of his squad in Afghanistan. Back in his small hometown of Cutler, he finds solace running his late father’s auto repair shop and with a creature he brought back from the war– a humanoid with a taste for human blood. Inspired by Legends and Modern Struggles Rodriguez masterfully blends modern-day issues with obscure folklore to create a unique tale. The concept for Daisy arose from a conversation with a real-life veteran who spoke of a legendary cryptid in Afghanistan – a giant vampire bat-like creature. This chilling inspiration fuels the film’s story. A Nostalgic Treat with Modern Bite Shot on a shoestring budget in just six days, Daisy prioritizes
Continue reading →
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Horrors are hopping your way this Easter! Director and producer Diane Foster’s outrageous horror-comedy Easter Bloody Easter hops onto VOD just in time for Easter, courtesy of Gravitas Ventures. A Killer Rabbit Rips Through Texas This feature film, marking Foster’s directorial debut, injects a dose of absurdity and thrills into the holiday season. The story unfolds in the quirky town of Walburg, Texas, where a series of bloody murders disrupts the upcoming “Easter-palooza” festivities. Jeanie (played by Foster herself) is our unlikely heroine. When her husband Lance disappears under mysterious circumstances, she springs into action. Aided by her best friend Carol, Jeanie embarks on a hilarious and horrifying quest to unravel the truth. Unmasking the Monster Their investigation leads them to a local legend – the killer Jackalope, a monstrous shapeshifter with a taste for carnage. With the help of a professional bunny slayer named Megan, Jeanie, and Carol must confront this fluffy fiend and its army of demonic bunnies
Continue reading →
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Calling all horror fans! Brace yourselves for a chilling new entry into the slasher genre – Mister Sleep, set to premiere on streaming services via Gravitas Ventures this April. Ahead of its debut, the new trailer has arrived. It teases action and horror as a serial killer slashes his way onto the scene, leaving a trail of bodies in his wake. A Vengeful Nightmare Begins: Written and directed by the dynamic duo of Amy Bailey and Rob Hollocks, Mister Sleep marks their third feature film together. Shot entirely in Augusta, Georgia, the film promises to be a thrilling and terrifying experience, with the potential to launch a brand-new horror franchise. A Twisted Tale of Revenge: The film’s narrative centers on a deranged killer. After a near-death encounter, he embarks on a bloody rampage fueled by vengeance. His targets are a group of insomniacs participating in a new drug trial, believing they hold the key to his stolen memories. As the
Continue reading →
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Earlier this year, a new horror slasher, Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey, set out to ruin our childhood. It turned some of our favorite childhood characters into bloodthirsty monsters. Thanks to its viral success, the director/franchise creator Rhys Frake-Waterfield will unleash the sequel Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 in theaters this week. Abandoned and enraged after Christopher Robin revealed their existence, Pooh, Piglet, Owl, and Tigger embark on a path of vengeance. The group sets their sights on the town of Ashdown, Christopher Robin’s home. Driven by a thirst for revenge, they unleash their fury upon the townspeople, leaving a trail of bloodshed in their wake. A Talk With the Director and the Star I sat down with Waterfield and the sequel’s star, Scott Chambers, who plays Christopher Robin, to discuss the sequel and the franchise’s future. During the conversation, Chambers revealed the huge news that the franchise won’t stop with Winnie-the-Pooh. There is a whole universe in the works, “The
Continue reading →
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Jagged Edge Productions and ITN Studios, behind Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey and its upcoming sequel, are expanding their world of horror movies. Get ready for “The Twisted Childhood Universe.” This chilling cinematic universe will reimagine classic children’s characters as monstrous threats, ruining your childhood forever. The announcement came during our interview with Director Rhys Frake-Waterfield and Blood and Honey 2 star Scott Chambers. Monsters Unite Previously announced standalone films like Bambi: The Reckoning, Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare, and Pinocchio Unstrung will be joined by new characters like Sleeping Beauty, The Mad Hatter, and Rabbit from Winnie-The-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2. Be sure to keep an eye out. All of the standalone films will contain hints and easter eggs towards this epic crossover event. The culmination of this universe will begin with the 2025 film Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. These horrifying characters unite to take down the world. Drawing inspiration from films like Freddy vs. Jason and The Avengers, the
Continue reading →
