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Survival Thriller 'Pitfall' Is Slashing onto Digital this June

Watch Your Step: Survival Horror ‘Pitfall’ Coming to Blu-ray

If you ever needed a reason to skip your next camping trip and stay safely indoors on your couch, this is it. The tense new survival-horror thriller Pitfall is officially out right now on Digital platforms, with a physical release on Blu-ray and DVD scheduled for July 20th. The film takes the classic “lost in the woods” trope and immediately plunges it into a highly creative, bone-shattering nightmare. A Vacation That Threatens to Tear Apart at the Seams The premise of Pitfall starts simply enough. A young man gets separated from his friends during a trek through a dense, unforgiving forest. However, he falls directly into a trap. The impact is brutal, impaling him cleanly through the leg and leaving him completely trapped. As he deals with the agonizing pain, the gravity of his situation sinks in: he quickly learns that this trap was not an accident. What follows is an intense battle of wits and endurance. While the movie

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'Antlers' Scribe Henry Chaisson Unleashing Nightmare Fuel 'Recluse' at Tribeca

‘Antlers’ Scribe Henry Chaisson Unleashing Nightmare Fuel ‘Recluse’ at Tribeca

If your ideal horror movie features a decaying mansion, an audio recorder, and an unhealthy dose of generational trauma, you are in luck. Henry Chaisson—the wonderfully twisted writer behind Antlers and Apple TV’s “Servant“—is officially making his feature directorial debut. He’s gearing up to serve us the gothic horror-thriller Recluse. Variety reports that mega-producer Steven Schneider has officially come on board as an executive producer via his acclaimed genre label, Spooky Pictures. Along with the announcement, a chilling new look at the film has been released, setting the stage for its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival next month. The Art of the Audio Jump Scare The narrative framework of Recluse sounds like a textbook recipe for a psychological breakdown. Joan (Sasha Frolova, The Empty Man) is a fiercely solitary audio engineer who spends her life hiding behind headphones. She’s our hero. She receives a sudden, ominous phone call from her ailing father. He’s an acclaimed, reclusive artist who,

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Slashers and Slapstick: 'Scary Movie' Has Taken Over Theaters!

Slashers and Slapstick: ‘Scary Movie’ Has Taken Over Theaters!

It has been exactly 26 years since a suspiciously familiar, tongue-wagging masked killer tried—and hilariously failed—to murder Cindy Campbell and her dysfunctional friends. But because Hollywood refuses to let any intellectual property rest in peace. So, the undisputed masters of the spoof genre are officially returning to show the new generation how a roast is done with Scary Movie. The ultimate comedy dynasty is back in business. Paramount Pictures and Miramax are gearing up to unleash the horror-comedy Scary Movie 6, now in theaters. A Legendary Family Reunion This isn’t just a simple sequel. It is a full-blown family affair. Marlon Wayans, Kim Wayans, Damon Wayans Jr., Gregg Wayans, and Craig Wayans are ready to rip horror franchises a new one. Adding some serious genre muscle to the backend, the executive producing team includes Jonathan Glickman, Thom Zadra, Alexandra Loewy, and Marc Weinstock. Marsha L. Swinton and longtime horror maestro Neal H. Moritz (I Know What You Did Last Summer)

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Fantasia International Film Festival Unleashes Its Second Wave for 2026

Fantasia International Film Festival Unleashes Its Second Wave for 2026

Montréal’s Fantasia International Film Festival serves up an eye-popping amount of genre-film features with its second wave announcement for its 30th edition, scheduled for July 16 through August 2, 2026. Following is the official press announcement. The Fantasia International Film Festival will celebrate its upcoming 30th edition with an electrifying program of screenings, workshops, and launch events running from July 16 through August 2, 2026, returning to the Concordia Hall and J.A. de Sève cinemas, with additional screenings and events at Montréal’s Cinéma du Musée. The festival’s full lineup will be announced in early July but in the meantime, Fantasia is excited to reveal a select second wave of its 2026 titles. CAPE FEAR IS BACK WITH A VENGEANCE IN CHILLING APPLE TV ADAPTATION In this reimagining of CAPE FEAR, a storm is coming for happily married attorneys Anna (Amy Adams, ARRIVAL, NIGHTBITCH) and Tom Bowden (Patrick Wilson, THE CONJURING, INSIDIOUS) when Max Cady (Javier Bardem, NO COUNTRY FOR OLD

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Jun 5, 2026
Spoiler-Free Review: The Remedy (SXSW London)

Spoiler-Free Review: The Remedy (SXSW London)

Official Synopsis Jason is a devoted son caring for his ill mother, Maria. Exhausted, isolated, and sleep-deprived, he begins to suffer from vivid nightmares of a monstrous entity devouring his mother. As his grip on reality loosens, the horrors of his dreams begin to seep into his waking life. At the same time, his estranged sister Rachel, recently released from psychiatric care, becomes convinced that an unseen evil has taken root in their home. Turning to forbidden spiritual practices for protection, she finds herself at odds with Jason, who dismisses her warnings as delusion. When Jason resorts to an obscure, ancient remedy in a desperate attempt to heal Maria, the results are both miraculous and deeply unsettling. As her health begins to improve, disturbing occurrences escalate around them, hinting that something unnatural may have been unleashed. As paranoia, family tensions, and supernatural forces converge, Jason is drawn into a terrifying descent. With no one left to trust, he must face

Continue reading →
Jun 5, 2026
'Backrooms' Filmmaker Kane Parsons is Already Talking about a Sequel

‘Backrooms’ Filmmaker Kane Parsons is Already Talking about a Sequel

To the surprise of absolutely nobody who has spent the last few years watching teenagers freak out over fluorescent lighting online, A24’s Backrooms just shredded the box office with a monumental $118 million opening weekend. So, yes. Obviously, there is going to be a sequel. Filmmaker Kane Parsons, the teenage wunderkind who turned a viral YouTube series into a blockbuster phenomenon, has made no secret about his grand ambitions. On the press tour, he openly stated he has taken the IP as far as it can go on YouTube and intends to expand the franchise into a feature-length anthology. The State of the Sequel: Right Now, This Minute So, what is happening with Backrooms 2 at this exact second? According to inside sources, Parsons is currently hunting for a screenwriting collaborator to help him shape the next script. His contract for future liminal-space nightmares officially resides with A24. Because we are in the ultra-early stages of development, there are currently

Continue reading →
Spirit Halloween Drops a Splatter-Ready 'Terrifier' Collection for Summerween

Spirit Halloween Drops a Splatter-Ready ‘Terrifier’ Collection for Summerween

Move over, barbecues and neon pool noodles. The hottest trend of the sunny season doesn’t involve matching family swimsuits or artisanal popsicles. It is officially Summerween, and the spooky subculture is real. What started as a holiday gag in a Disney Channel cartoon (Gravity Falls) has morphed into a full-blown consumer phenomenon. As of May 2026, the hashtag #summerween has racked up over 210,000 posts on Instagram alone. Gen Z and millennial horror fans have collectively decided that waiting until October for monsters and mayhem is an outdated concept. Seizing the blood-soaked moment, seasonal retail juggernaut Spirit Halloween is officially kicking off the summer season by dropping a highly anticipated, limited-time Terrifier Summerween collection. Launching today at 1:00 PM ET, the exclusive capsule merges the sun-drenched vibes of a beach resort with the absolute, unhinged depravity of America’s favorite mute slasher, Art the Clown. The Splash-Zone Essentials If your ideal summer aesthetic leans less “tropical paradise” and more “grindhouse crime

Continue reading →
Heights and Horrifying Decisions: 'Fall 2: Deadpoint' Trailer Promises Pure Vertigo

Heights and Horrifying Decisions: ‘Fall 2: Deadpoint’ Trailer Promises Pure Vertigo

Just when you thought it was safe to trust a ladder again, the franchise that turned a rusty TV tower into the ultimate architectural nightmare is back. The first official trailer has dropped for Fall 2: Deadpoint, the highly anticipated sequel to Fall from 2022. If the first film made you swear off climbing high objects, this follow-up is designed to make you terrified of the entire planet. A Killer Climb The original film tapped into our collective fear of heights by leaving two best friends stranded on a platform 2,000 feet in the air. This time around, the franchise is upgrading its scenery but multiplying the danger. In Deadpoint, another pair of thrill-seeking friends decide to take on the treacherous, vertical rock faces of Thailand. Naturally, what starts as an influencer-worthy vacation quickly devolves into a brutal battle against gravity. The sequel promises next-level adrenaline by introducing unforgiving, unpredictable tropical terrain that crumbles at the worst moments. There’s extreme,

Continue reading →
'Blades of the Guardians: Wind Rises in the Desert' Slashes onto Digital Early

Yuen Woo-ping Unveils Martial Arts Epic ‘Blades of the Guardians’

Well Go USA Entertainment is about to unleash the martial arts epic Blades of the Guradians: Wind Rises in the Desert. Legendary action auteur Yuen Woo-ping—the visionary mastermind who choreographed the gravity-defying physics of The Matrix, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Kill Bill, and Kung Fu Hustle—has assembled the ultimate martial arts Avengers for a massive new wuxia epic. The Desert Just Got Bloodier Based on the acclaimed manhua, the narrative framework is a lean, mean, 126-minute excuse for elite-tier blade combat. The Hero: Dao Ma (Wu Jing), a ruthless bounty hunter with a phenomenal chip on his shoulder. He is sent on an escort mission to transport the empire’s most dangerous outlaw, Zhi Shi Lang. However, word gets out. However, every rival bounty hunter, corrupt official, and bloodthirsty warrior decides to cash in on the bounty. This triggers a relentless, desert-spanning pursuit. Because this is a Yuen Woo-ping joint, the film carries a hard R rating for strong bloody violence

Continue reading →
Movie Review: Why Damian McCarthy’s 'Hokum' is The Perfect Weekend Watch

Movie Review: Why Damian McCarthy’s ‘Hokum’ is The Perfect Weekend Watch

From the visionary mind behind Caveat and Oddity, writer-director Damian McCarthy has returned with Hokum, an atmospheric Irish folklore nightmare released by Neon. For anyone who loved the terrifying wooden mannequin or the front-desk bell of McCarthy’s previous films, this newest addition to his expanding universe of cursed objects is essential viewing. A Pitch-Black Family Reunion The film stars Adam Scott (Severance) as Ohm Bauman, a reclusive, blockbuster novelist suffering from severe writer’s block and a massive deficit in social skills. Ohm retreats to a remote, extraordinarily dreary Irish inn to lay his late parents’ ashes to rest at the last place they were ever truly happy. Naturally, things go south immediately. Between encounters with dead goats and local eccentrics, Ohm learns that the hotel’s locked honeymoon suite is allegedly haunted by the Cailleach—an ancient witch known for dragging souls down to the underworld. When a friendly bartender named Fiona (Florence Ordesh) mysteriously vanishes after a Halloween party, the film

Continue reading →

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Survival Thriller 'Pitfall' Is Slashing onto Digital this June

Watch Your Step: Survival Horror ‘Pitfall’ Coming to Blu-ray

If you ever needed a reason to skip your next camping trip and stay safely indoors on your couch, this is it. The tense new survival-horror thriller Pitfall is officially out right now on Digital platforms, with a physical release on Blu-ray and DVD scheduled for July 20th. The film takes the classic “lost in the woods” trope and immediately plunges it into a highly creative, bone-shattering nightmare. A Vacation That Threatens to Tear Apart at the Seams The premise of Pitfall starts simply enough. A young man gets separated from his friends during a trek through a dense, unforgiving forest. However, he falls directly into a trap. The impact is brutal, impaling him cleanly through the leg and leaving him completely trapped. As he deals with the agonizing pain, the gravity of his situation sinks in: he quickly learns that this trap was not an accident. What follows is an intense battle of wits and endurance. While the movie

Continue reading →
'Antlers' Scribe Henry Chaisson Unleashing Nightmare Fuel 'Recluse' at Tribeca

‘Antlers’ Scribe Henry Chaisson Unleashing Nightmare Fuel ‘Recluse’ at Tribeca

If your ideal horror movie features a decaying mansion, an audio recorder, and an unhealthy dose of generational trauma, you are in luck. Henry Chaisson—the wonderfully twisted writer behind Antlers and Apple TV’s “Servant“—is officially making his feature directorial debut. He’s gearing up to serve us the gothic horror-thriller Recluse. Variety reports that mega-producer Steven Schneider has officially come on board as an executive producer via his acclaimed genre label, Spooky Pictures. Along with the announcement, a chilling new look at the film has been released, setting the stage for its world premiere at the Tribeca Film Festival next month. The Art of the Audio Jump Scare The narrative framework of Recluse sounds like a textbook recipe for a psychological breakdown. Joan (Sasha Frolova, The Empty Man) is a fiercely solitary audio engineer who spends her life hiding behind headphones. She’s our hero. She receives a sudden, ominous phone call from her ailing father. He’s an acclaimed, reclusive artist who,

Continue reading →
Slashers and Slapstick: 'Scary Movie' Has Taken Over Theaters!

Slashers and Slapstick: ‘Scary Movie’ Has Taken Over Theaters!

It has been exactly 26 years since a suspiciously familiar, tongue-wagging masked killer tried—and hilariously failed—to murder Cindy Campbell and her dysfunctional friends. But because Hollywood refuses to let any intellectual property rest in peace. So, the undisputed masters of the spoof genre are officially returning to show the new generation how a roast is done with Scary Movie. The ultimate comedy dynasty is back in business. Paramount Pictures and Miramax are gearing up to unleash the horror-comedy Scary Movie 6, now in theaters. A Legendary Family Reunion This isn’t just a simple sequel. It is a full-blown family affair. Marlon Wayans, Kim Wayans, Damon Wayans Jr., Gregg Wayans, and Craig Wayans are ready to rip horror franchises a new one. Adding some serious genre muscle to the backend, the executive producing team includes Jonathan Glickman, Thom Zadra, Alexandra Loewy, and Marc Weinstock. Marsha L. Swinton and longtime horror maestro Neal H. Moritz (I Know What You Did Last Summer)

Continue reading →
Fantasia International Film Festival Unleashes Its Second Wave for 2026

Fantasia International Film Festival Unleashes Its Second Wave for 2026

Montréal’s Fantasia International Film Festival serves up an eye-popping amount of genre-film features with its second wave announcement for its 30th edition, scheduled for July 16 through August 2, 2026. Following is the official press announcement. The Fantasia International Film Festival will celebrate its upcoming 30th edition with an electrifying program of screenings, workshops, and launch events running from July 16 through August 2, 2026, returning to the Concordia Hall and J.A. de Sève cinemas, with additional screenings and events at Montréal’s Cinéma du Musée. The festival’s full lineup will be announced in early July but in the meantime, Fantasia is excited to reveal a select second wave of its 2026 titles. CAPE FEAR IS BACK WITH A VENGEANCE IN CHILLING APPLE TV ADAPTATION In this reimagining of CAPE FEAR, a storm is coming for happily married attorneys Anna (Amy Adams, ARRIVAL, NIGHTBITCH) and Tom Bowden (Patrick Wilson, THE CONJURING, INSIDIOUS) when Max Cady (Javier Bardem, NO COUNTRY FOR OLD

Continue reading →
Jun 5, 2026
Spoiler-Free Review: The Remedy (SXSW London)

Spoiler-Free Review: The Remedy (SXSW London)

Official Synopsis Jason is a devoted son caring for his ill mother, Maria. Exhausted, isolated, and sleep-deprived, he begins to suffer from vivid nightmares of a monstrous entity devouring his mother. As his grip on reality loosens, the horrors of his dreams begin to seep into his waking life. At the same time, his estranged sister Rachel, recently released from psychiatric care, becomes convinced that an unseen evil has taken root in their home. Turning to forbidden spiritual practices for protection, she finds herself at odds with Jason, who dismisses her warnings as delusion. When Jason resorts to an obscure, ancient remedy in a desperate attempt to heal Maria, the results are both miraculous and deeply unsettling. As her health begins to improve, disturbing occurrences escalate around them, hinting that something unnatural may have been unleashed. As paranoia, family tensions, and supernatural forces converge, Jason is drawn into a terrifying descent. With no one left to trust, he must face

Continue reading →
Jun 5, 2026
'Backrooms' Filmmaker Kane Parsons is Already Talking about a Sequel

‘Backrooms’ Filmmaker Kane Parsons is Already Talking about a Sequel

To the surprise of absolutely nobody who has spent the last few years watching teenagers freak out over fluorescent lighting online, A24’s Backrooms just shredded the box office with a monumental $118 million opening weekend. So, yes. Obviously, there is going to be a sequel. Filmmaker Kane Parsons, the teenage wunderkind who turned a viral YouTube series into a blockbuster phenomenon, has made no secret about his grand ambitions. On the press tour, he openly stated he has taken the IP as far as it can go on YouTube and intends to expand the franchise into a feature-length anthology. The State of the Sequel: Right Now, This Minute So, what is happening with Backrooms 2 at this exact second? According to inside sources, Parsons is currently hunting for a screenwriting collaborator to help him shape the next script. His contract for future liminal-space nightmares officially resides with A24. Because we are in the ultra-early stages of development, there are currently

Continue reading →
Spirit Halloween Drops a Splatter-Ready 'Terrifier' Collection for Summerween

Spirit Halloween Drops a Splatter-Ready ‘Terrifier’ Collection for Summerween

Move over, barbecues and neon pool noodles. The hottest trend of the sunny season doesn’t involve matching family swimsuits or artisanal popsicles. It is officially Summerween, and the spooky subculture is real. What started as a holiday gag in a Disney Channel cartoon (Gravity Falls) has morphed into a full-blown consumer phenomenon. As of May 2026, the hashtag #summerween has racked up over 210,000 posts on Instagram alone. Gen Z and millennial horror fans have collectively decided that waiting until October for monsters and mayhem is an outdated concept. Seizing the blood-soaked moment, seasonal retail juggernaut Spirit Halloween is officially kicking off the summer season by dropping a highly anticipated, limited-time Terrifier Summerween collection. Launching today at 1:00 PM ET, the exclusive capsule merges the sun-drenched vibes of a beach resort with the absolute, unhinged depravity of America’s favorite mute slasher, Art the Clown. The Splash-Zone Essentials If your ideal summer aesthetic leans less “tropical paradise” and more “grindhouse crime

Continue reading →
Heights and Horrifying Decisions: 'Fall 2: Deadpoint' Trailer Promises Pure Vertigo

Heights and Horrifying Decisions: ‘Fall 2: Deadpoint’ Trailer Promises Pure Vertigo

Just when you thought it was safe to trust a ladder again, the franchise that turned a rusty TV tower into the ultimate architectural nightmare is back. The first official trailer has dropped for Fall 2: Deadpoint, the highly anticipated sequel to Fall from 2022. If the first film made you swear off climbing high objects, this follow-up is designed to make you terrified of the entire planet. A Killer Climb The original film tapped into our collective fear of heights by leaving two best friends stranded on a platform 2,000 feet in the air. This time around, the franchise is upgrading its scenery but multiplying the danger. In Deadpoint, another pair of thrill-seeking friends decide to take on the treacherous, vertical rock faces of Thailand. Naturally, what starts as an influencer-worthy vacation quickly devolves into a brutal battle against gravity. The sequel promises next-level adrenaline by introducing unforgiving, unpredictable tropical terrain that crumbles at the worst moments. There’s extreme,

Continue reading →
'Blades of the Guardians: Wind Rises in the Desert' Slashes onto Digital Early

Yuen Woo-ping Unveils Martial Arts Epic ‘Blades of the Guardians’

Well Go USA Entertainment is about to unleash the martial arts epic Blades of the Guradians: Wind Rises in the Desert. Legendary action auteur Yuen Woo-ping—the visionary mastermind who choreographed the gravity-defying physics of The Matrix, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Kill Bill, and Kung Fu Hustle—has assembled the ultimate martial arts Avengers for a massive new wuxia epic. The Desert Just Got Bloodier Based on the acclaimed manhua, the narrative framework is a lean, mean, 126-minute excuse for elite-tier blade combat. The Hero: Dao Ma (Wu Jing), a ruthless bounty hunter with a phenomenal chip on his shoulder. He is sent on an escort mission to transport the empire’s most dangerous outlaw, Zhi Shi Lang. However, word gets out. However, every rival bounty hunter, corrupt official, and bloodthirsty warrior decides to cash in on the bounty. This triggers a relentless, desert-spanning pursuit. Because this is a Yuen Woo-ping joint, the film carries a hard R rating for strong bloody violence

Continue reading →
Movie Review: Why Damian McCarthy’s 'Hokum' is The Perfect Weekend Watch

Movie Review: Why Damian McCarthy’s ‘Hokum’ is The Perfect Weekend Watch

From the visionary mind behind Caveat and Oddity, writer-director Damian McCarthy has returned with Hokum, an atmospheric Irish folklore nightmare released by Neon. For anyone who loved the terrifying wooden mannequin or the front-desk bell of McCarthy’s previous films, this newest addition to his expanding universe of cursed objects is essential viewing. A Pitch-Black Family Reunion The film stars Adam Scott (Severance) as Ohm Bauman, a reclusive, blockbuster novelist suffering from severe writer’s block and a massive deficit in social skills. Ohm retreats to a remote, extraordinarily dreary Irish inn to lay his late parents’ ashes to rest at the last place they were ever truly happy. Naturally, things go south immediately. Between encounters with dead goats and local eccentrics, Ohm learns that the hotel’s locked honeymoon suite is allegedly haunted by the Cailleach—an ancient witch known for dragging souls down to the underworld. When a friendly bartender named Fiona (Florence Ordesh) mysteriously vanishes after a Halloween party, the film

Continue reading →