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Gravitas Ventures kicks off 2024 with a jolt, unleashing the sci-fi thriller Project Dorothy on Cable and Digital VOD across the US and Canada this month. Prepare for a battle of wits and survival against a malevolent AI. When petty criminals James and Blake stumble into an abandoned facility, their escape from the law takes a horrifying turn. They awaken DOROTHY, a powerful AI responsible for the facility’s demise. Trapped and outmatched, they must rely on their street smarts and desperation to stop DOROTHY from unleashing its terror on the world. Project Dorothy hails from director George Henry Horton (Dreadspace) and writer Ryan Scaringe (Useless Humans). The two bring their vision to life with scream queen Danielle Harris as the chilling AI mastermind. Buckle up for a gripping ride alongside Tim DeZarn and Adam Budron as the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. With its thrilling premise, iconic cast, and action-packed story, Project Dorothy is poised to be a
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Cranked Up Films cranks up their 2024 engine with the North American VOD release of Reflect, the feature film debut of writer/director/star Dana Kippel. This sci-fi metaphysical thriller takes viewers on a mind-bending trip with a group of friends seeking self-improvement, only to be entangled in a bizarre game with hooded entities vying for their bodies. It promises a wild ride through Sedona’s stunning desert scenes and the depths of the human psyche. Kippel leads the cast as Summer and stars alongside Grace Patterson, Jadelyn Breier, Marissa Patterson, Ariana Williams, and more. The film delves into themes of trauma, mental health, and female relationships, all within the framework of a reality-bending game show. Unfulfilled by her current relationship, Summer embarks on a road trip with her gal pals to Sedona, seeking a spiritual awakening through a mysterious obstacle course. Little do they know, they’ve become pawns in a cosmic game orchestrated by enigmatic hooded figures. As they navigate their inner
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Get ready to unleash your inner adrenaline junkie because French action maestro Xavier Gens is back with a vengeance! His latest pulse-pounding thriller, Mayhem!, explodes onto screens and VOD platforms this January courtesy of IFC Films. Hold onto your hats as the official trailer throws you headfirst into a whirlwind of bone-crunching combat, electrifying stunts, and relentless action. Mayhem! Follows Sam, a former boxer haunted by his past. Seeking sanctuary on a picturesque Thai island, he builds a new life under the sun. But the ghosts of his past refuse to stay buried. A brutal attack shatters his fragile peace, igniting a fiery quest for revenge against the ruthless Narong (played by the captivating Olivier Gourmet). Nassim Lyes (Atlantis) channels raw intensity as Sam. His clash with Narong and his goons becomes a savage game of cat and mouse, fueled by rage and desperation. Witnessing Gens’ signature blend of kinetic action and visceral storytelling, you’ll be on the edge of
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Brace yourself for a searing cinematic experience unlike any other. The Settlers, the debut film from writer-director Felipe Gálvez, is a stunning and blood-drenched reimagining of the Western genre. It is a poignant examination of colonialism, genocide, and the enduring fight for justice. Three horsemen embark on a treacherous mission in the desolate beauty of turn-of-the-century Tierra del Fuego. Lured by promises of land and wealth, they find themselves pawns in a brutal game fueled by greed and bloodshed. A reckless British lieutenant, a cold-blooded American mercenary, and a conflicted mestizo marksman named Segundo become unwitting instruments of a horrific campaign – the systematic eradication of the indigenous population. The Settlers is not just a historical tale; it’s a visceral reckoning with the dark underbelly of national myth and real-life horrors. Gálvez’s camera paints the Chilean landscape in breathtaking strokes, contrasting the majestic mountains with the brutal realities unfolding upon them. This film doesn’t shy away from the ugliness and
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Buckle up and prepare for a full-throttle adrenaline rush as ROADKILL, a throwback revenge thriller, explodes onto screens this January! Buckle up for a blast from the past with this 80s/90s action-thriller homage, written and directed by Warren Fast. The impressive cast includes rising talent Caitlin Carmichael (Midnight in the Saw Grass), scream queen Danielle Harris (Halloween 4 & 5, Rob Zombie’s Halloween), Ryan Knudson (The Final Trial of Billy the Kid), and Warren Fast (Geostorm). Lost and desperate in the backroads of 1983, a young woman picks up a hitchhiker seeking the same destination. Little does she know, this seemingly harmless encounter will throw them both into an action-packed, high-octane nightmare. They soon become entangled in a brutal police manhunt for a sadistic killer, leaving a trail of bodies in their wake. As danger closes in and the body count rises, a desperate fight for survival unfolds on the open road. Buckle up for a heart-pounding tale of mistaken
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Remember like four years ago when I clued you beautiful cats n’ creeps in about writer/director Finn Callan’s sinister short Guest? Probably not, but click that highlighted text and you can catch right the hell up! Now that all of that biz is out of the way, let’s dive in to Callan’s follow up, the appropriately titled Guest 2; a longer (but still “short” in the “it’s not quite feature length” sense) deeper dive into the wicked world established in the frightful first go-around! Siblings Jill (Jennifer English) and Ethan (Simon Bigg) are tasked with setting up a support group confab, but E-Dawg has been shirking those responsibilities and sequestered himself in his room. Fed up with such bullshittery, Jill runs the group solo-style and becomes acquainted with with Mia (Natasha Biggs), a woman dealing with severe loneliness and isolation. Unfortunately for Jill, Mia hasn’t been suffering as all alone as she thinks… and soon the preternatural presence, the eponymous
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For thriller maestro Harlan Coben, surprise is the name of the game. With over 80 million books sold and translations in 40 languages, Coben has captivated audiences worldwide with his intricate plots and jaw-dropping twists. Now, he returns to Netflix with his latest offering, the series “Fool Me Once,” promising a rollercoaster ride of deception and suspense. “If you don’t like twists and turns, I’m not your guy,” Coben declares with a mischievous grin. “For every twist that ends up in my stories, I probably thought of 10 others that I cut out. I really enjoy playing with your expectations, and I think you’ll see a lot of bombs and twists dropping at the end of this new series too. The last one is a real gut punch.” Based on Coben’s gripping novel of the same name, “Fool Me Once” stars Michelle Keegan as Maya Stern, a woman grappling with the brutal murder of her husband, Joe (played by Richard
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Get ready to plunge into the dark waters of suspense with the new featurette for Night Swim, the upcoming supernatural thriller from Atomic Monster and Blumhouse. Brace yourself for a story where a family’s idyllic poolside escape takes a terrifying turn as they are dragged into the depths of possession by a malevolent force lurking beneath the surface. Wyatt Russell (“Monarch”) stars as Ray Waller, a former baseball star battling a career-ending illness. Seeking solace and a fresh start, he relocates his family to a new home boasting a swimming pool. What initially promises fun for Ray and his wife Eve (Kerry Condon, The Banshees of Inisherin) soon becomes a sinister nightmare. The featurette, aptly titled “Pool Party Possession,” offers a glimpse into the chilling atmosphere of Night Swim. Watch as the video hints at the secrets buried within the seemingly perfect home and missed the previous featurette? You can watch it here. Director Bryce McGuire, who also wrote the
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2023 has seen many films released that are labeled thrillers, sci-fi, and so on. While they aren’t technically horror, they’re close and have won the hearts of horror fans worldwide, and good enough to make us want to ensure you don’t miss them. Here’s our favorite “Top 10” of them. 10. John Wick: Chapter 4 In Chapter Four, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes. 9. The Passenger In the film, which we called “an intense thriller with heart” in our review, “A man is forced to face his fears and confront his troubled past. He must find a way to survive when his co-worker snaps and goes on a violent killing spree.” Carter Smith, who sat down with us for an interview, directed from the
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Brace yourself for a new edge-of-your-seat film. The U.S. theatrical release date, set for January, has now been announced for Joel David Moore’s psychological thriller Some Other Woman starring Amanda Crew (Silicon Valley). Tom Felton (Harry Potter), Ashley Greene (Twilight franchise), Brooke Lyons (Paradise City), and former NBA star Rick Fox (Greenleaf) also star. Some Other Woman follows Eve Carver (Crew), a woman whisked away to a tropical island by her husband’s work for what was only supposed to be a few months. As the months turn to years, Eve is forced to give up her dreams as the island fever grows stronger and stronger. Reality unravels around her as she encounters a strange woman (Greene) who begins taking over her life. Directed and produced by Joel David Moore (Avatar), the movie was produced by Joel David Moore, Productivity Media’s William G. Santor, and Doug Murray, Balcony 9 Productions’ Max Osswald, and Jason Jallet. Productivity Media’s Andrew Chang-Sang. Executive producers
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Gravitas Ventures kicks off 2024 with a jolt, unleashing the sci-fi thriller Project Dorothy on Cable and Digital VOD across the US and Canada this month. Prepare for a battle of wits and survival against a malevolent AI. When petty criminals James and Blake stumble into an abandoned facility, their escape from the law takes a horrifying turn. They awaken DOROTHY, a powerful AI responsible for the facility’s demise. Trapped and outmatched, they must rely on their street smarts and desperation to stop DOROTHY from unleashing its terror on the world. Project Dorothy hails from director George Henry Horton (Dreadspace) and writer Ryan Scaringe (Useless Humans). The two bring their vision to life with scream queen Danielle Harris as the chilling AI mastermind. Buckle up for a gripping ride alongside Tim DeZarn and Adam Budron as the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. With its thrilling premise, iconic cast, and action-packed story, Project Dorothy is poised to be a
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Cranked Up Films cranks up their 2024 engine with the North American VOD release of Reflect, the feature film debut of writer/director/star Dana Kippel. This sci-fi metaphysical thriller takes viewers on a mind-bending trip with a group of friends seeking self-improvement, only to be entangled in a bizarre game with hooded entities vying for their bodies. It promises a wild ride through Sedona’s stunning desert scenes and the depths of the human psyche. Kippel leads the cast as Summer and stars alongside Grace Patterson, Jadelyn Breier, Marissa Patterson, Ariana Williams, and more. The film delves into themes of trauma, mental health, and female relationships, all within the framework of a reality-bending game show. Unfulfilled by her current relationship, Summer embarks on a road trip with her gal pals to Sedona, seeking a spiritual awakening through a mysterious obstacle course. Little do they know, they’ve become pawns in a cosmic game orchestrated by enigmatic hooded figures. As they navigate their inner
Continue reading →
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Get ready to unleash your inner adrenaline junkie because French action maestro Xavier Gens is back with a vengeance! His latest pulse-pounding thriller, Mayhem!, explodes onto screens and VOD platforms this January courtesy of IFC Films. Hold onto your hats as the official trailer throws you headfirst into a whirlwind of bone-crunching combat, electrifying stunts, and relentless action. Mayhem! Follows Sam, a former boxer haunted by his past. Seeking sanctuary on a picturesque Thai island, he builds a new life under the sun. But the ghosts of his past refuse to stay buried. A brutal attack shatters his fragile peace, igniting a fiery quest for revenge against the ruthless Narong (played by the captivating Olivier Gourmet). Nassim Lyes (Atlantis) channels raw intensity as Sam. His clash with Narong and his goons becomes a savage game of cat and mouse, fueled by rage and desperation. Witnessing Gens’ signature blend of kinetic action and visceral storytelling, you’ll be on the edge of
Continue reading →
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Brace yourself for a searing cinematic experience unlike any other. The Settlers, the debut film from writer-director Felipe Gálvez, is a stunning and blood-drenched reimagining of the Western genre. It is a poignant examination of colonialism, genocide, and the enduring fight for justice. Three horsemen embark on a treacherous mission in the desolate beauty of turn-of-the-century Tierra del Fuego. Lured by promises of land and wealth, they find themselves pawns in a brutal game fueled by greed and bloodshed. A reckless British lieutenant, a cold-blooded American mercenary, and a conflicted mestizo marksman named Segundo become unwitting instruments of a horrific campaign – the systematic eradication of the indigenous population. The Settlers is not just a historical tale; it’s a visceral reckoning with the dark underbelly of national myth and real-life horrors. Gálvez’s camera paints the Chilean landscape in breathtaking strokes, contrasting the majestic mountains with the brutal realities unfolding upon them. This film doesn’t shy away from the ugliness and
Continue reading →
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Buckle up and prepare for a full-throttle adrenaline rush as ROADKILL, a throwback revenge thriller, explodes onto screens this January! Buckle up for a blast from the past with this 80s/90s action-thriller homage, written and directed by Warren Fast. The impressive cast includes rising talent Caitlin Carmichael (Midnight in the Saw Grass), scream queen Danielle Harris (Halloween 4 & 5, Rob Zombie’s Halloween), Ryan Knudson (The Final Trial of Billy the Kid), and Warren Fast (Geostorm). Lost and desperate in the backroads of 1983, a young woman picks up a hitchhiker seeking the same destination. Little does she know, this seemingly harmless encounter will throw them both into an action-packed, high-octane nightmare. They soon become entangled in a brutal police manhunt for a sadistic killer, leaving a trail of bodies in their wake. As danger closes in and the body count rises, a desperate fight for survival unfolds on the open road. Buckle up for a heart-pounding tale of mistaken
Continue reading →
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Remember like four years ago when I clued you beautiful cats n’ creeps in about writer/director Finn Callan’s sinister short Guest? Probably not, but click that highlighted text and you can catch right the hell up! Now that all of that biz is out of the way, let’s dive in to Callan’s follow up, the appropriately titled Guest 2; a longer (but still “short” in the “it’s not quite feature length” sense) deeper dive into the wicked world established in the frightful first go-around! Siblings Jill (Jennifer English) and Ethan (Simon Bigg) are tasked with setting up a support group confab, but E-Dawg has been shirking those responsibilities and sequestered himself in his room. Fed up with such bullshittery, Jill runs the group solo-style and becomes acquainted with with Mia (Natasha Biggs), a woman dealing with severe loneliness and isolation. Unfortunately for Jill, Mia hasn’t been suffering as all alone as she thinks… and soon the preternatural presence, the eponymous
Continue reading →
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For thriller maestro Harlan Coben, surprise is the name of the game. With over 80 million books sold and translations in 40 languages, Coben has captivated audiences worldwide with his intricate plots and jaw-dropping twists. Now, he returns to Netflix with his latest offering, the series “Fool Me Once,” promising a rollercoaster ride of deception and suspense. “If you don’t like twists and turns, I’m not your guy,” Coben declares with a mischievous grin. “For every twist that ends up in my stories, I probably thought of 10 others that I cut out. I really enjoy playing with your expectations, and I think you’ll see a lot of bombs and twists dropping at the end of this new series too. The last one is a real gut punch.” Based on Coben’s gripping novel of the same name, “Fool Me Once” stars Michelle Keegan as Maya Stern, a woman grappling with the brutal murder of her husband, Joe (played by Richard
Continue reading →
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Get ready to plunge into the dark waters of suspense with the new featurette for Night Swim, the upcoming supernatural thriller from Atomic Monster and Blumhouse. Brace yourself for a story where a family’s idyllic poolside escape takes a terrifying turn as they are dragged into the depths of possession by a malevolent force lurking beneath the surface. Wyatt Russell (“Monarch”) stars as Ray Waller, a former baseball star battling a career-ending illness. Seeking solace and a fresh start, he relocates his family to a new home boasting a swimming pool. What initially promises fun for Ray and his wife Eve (Kerry Condon, The Banshees of Inisherin) soon becomes a sinister nightmare. The featurette, aptly titled “Pool Party Possession,” offers a glimpse into the chilling atmosphere of Night Swim. Watch as the video hints at the secrets buried within the seemingly perfect home and missed the previous featurette? You can watch it here. Director Bryce McGuire, who also wrote the
Continue reading →
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2023 has seen many films released that are labeled thrillers, sci-fi, and so on. While they aren’t technically horror, they’re close and have won the hearts of horror fans worldwide, and good enough to make us want to ensure you don’t miss them. Here’s our favorite “Top 10” of them. 10. John Wick: Chapter 4 In Chapter Four, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) uncovers a path to defeating The High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, Wick must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe and forces that turn old friends into foes. 9. The Passenger In the film, which we called “an intense thriller with heart” in our review, “A man is forced to face his fears and confront his troubled past. He must find a way to survive when his co-worker snaps and goes on a violent killing spree.” Carter Smith, who sat down with us for an interview, directed from the
Continue reading →
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Brace yourself for a new edge-of-your-seat film. The U.S. theatrical release date, set for January, has now been announced for Joel David Moore’s psychological thriller Some Other Woman starring Amanda Crew (Silicon Valley). Tom Felton (Harry Potter), Ashley Greene (Twilight franchise), Brooke Lyons (Paradise City), and former NBA star Rick Fox (Greenleaf) also star. Some Other Woman follows Eve Carver (Crew), a woman whisked away to a tropical island by her husband’s work for what was only supposed to be a few months. As the months turn to years, Eve is forced to give up her dreams as the island fever grows stronger and stronger. Reality unravels around her as she encounters a strange woman (Greene) who begins taking over her life. Directed and produced by Joel David Moore (Avatar), the movie was produced by Joel David Moore, Productivity Media’s William G. Santor, and Doug Murray, Balcony 9 Productions’ Max Osswald, and Jason Jallet. Productivity Media’s Andrew Chang-Sang. Executive producers
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