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Jack the Ripper is Back in New Historical Horror Series “Sickert”
Academy Award-winning Son of Saul director László Nemes is developing a new Victorian-set television series titled “Sickert,” The Hollywood Reporter confirms. The project explores the infamous Jack the Ripper murders through the lens of influential painter Walter Sickert. Unsolved Victorian Terrors In 1888, a series of brutal murders in London’s impoverished Whitechapel district gripped the city in widespread terror. The killer sent mocking letters to local authorities, signing them with the notorious moniker Jack the Ripper. Although five canonical victims are officially linked to the perpetrator, the killer’s true identity remains one of history’s greatest mysteries. Over a century later, true-crime enthusiasts and historians continue to debate the case. An Artist Under Suspicion The story focuses on painter Walter Sickert as he navigates both high society and London’s marginalized underclass. Drawn to paint the very individuals targeted by the serial killer, Sickert soon becomes a person of interest for Scotland Yard. As investigators close in, the artist loses his grip
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Sydney’s Dark Nights Film Fest: Reviews and Previews Including The Turkish Coffee Table, Monkey, and Ol’ Silus
Sydney, Australia’s Dark Nights Film Fest takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026. We reviewed some of the Australian shorts screening there, and now we’ll take a look at the feature The Turkish Coffee Table and some more of the short films featured there. Synopses are from the festival’s official website. For more information, visit https://www.darknightsfilmfest.com/. First, I reviewed The Turkish Coffee Table for a previous film festival, but I’ll present that review again here. It’s spoiler free, so no worries about reading it before watching. THE TURKISH COFFEE TABLE (Turkey, 2025) Official synopsis A couple’s argument over a coffee table spirals into chaos when a simple mistake turns into a desperate web of lies, panic, deception, and the terrifying consequences of trying to cover up the truth. Time to remind you of the darkness underlying everything, one that forces you to look into the void with elegance, wit and sympathy. Review Director Caye Casas gave cinephiles perhaps the strongest
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31 New Horror Movies to Watch This Halloween Season and Where to Watch Them
Looking for something to watch? HorrorFuel.com has thirty-one terrifying new releases from 2025 and 2026 ready to elevate your Halloween and spooky season marathon. Sinister Supernatural Encounters Sinners (2025) Twin brothers return to their Southern hometown attempting to escape troubled pasts, only to encounter a sinister ancient evil waiting for them. Their quiet fresh start quickly devolves into a desperate fight for survival against dark spiritual forces. Where to Watch: Max Bring Her Back (2025) A young brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother. This nerve-shredding possession story explores intense psychological trauma alongside terrifying supernatural manifestations. Where to Watch: Hulu Presence (2025) A suburban family moves into a tranquil home, unaware that a mysterious entity resides inside. The story unfolds entirely from the chilling perspective of the unseen ghost observing the family. Where to Watch: Neon / Digital VOD Keeper (2025) While enjoying a remote cabin getaway, a couple’s romantic retreat
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Shudder Unleashes Face-Melting Metal in ‘V/H/S MIXTAPE’ This Friday
Shudder is gearing up to unleash the face-melting, head-banging ninth installment of its foundational found-footage anthology franchise, V/H/S/MIXTAPE! The film’s narrative framework centers on the sinister influence of music, rhythm, and auditory obsession. The upcoming anthology aims to weaponize sound across a chaotic blend of cosmic dread, psychological mind games, visual splatter, and practical effects. The campaign kicked off with a brand-new official poster bearing the tagline “Low Fidelity, High Bodycount,” setting the stage for an October release at the height of the Halloween season. Cinematic Titans and Puppet Horror The directorial lineup for V/H/S/MIXTAPE features a diverse group of filmmakers tackling original individual segments. Veteran horror director Ernest Dickerson helms The Music of Mr. Sze, which follows a college film student whose documentary project uncovers the reclusive, troubled life of a tormented musician. French filmmaker David Moreau directs Heartbeat, focusing on two urban-exploration influencers who become trapped inside a decommissioned military facility historically used for extreme sonic experimentation. Artist and director RZA
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Get Your Tickets for ‘Clayface’ and Get a Free DC Universe Infinite Ultra Subscription
Warner Bros. and DC Studios have dropped the final face-melting trailer for Clayface. And they’ve injected a heavy dose of pure body horror into the DC Universe just in time for Halloween. A Star Is Torn Tom Rhys Harries takes center stage as Gotham’s legendary, mud-slinging villain. Billed as DC Studios’ first true dive into horror, Clayface charts one man’s gruesome descent from Hollywood golden boy to revenge-obsessed monster. It’s a tragic dive into lost identity, toxic love, and the terrifying price of reckless scientific ambition. Matt Hagen’s meteoric rise from Gotham street kid to Hollywood leading man is tragically cut short when a local crime boss’s actions leave him horribly disfigured. Abandoned by his team and with nothing left, Matt seeks out a cutting-edge treatment. It miraculously returns him to his former self. However, unexpectedly affects his grip on reality, spiraling him down a destructive path of all-consuming revenge. The Talent Behind the Terror James Watkins (The Woman in
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“Cyberpunk 2077” Live-Action Film in the Works at Paramount
Paramount is officially developing a live-action adaptation of CD Projekt Red’s hit sci-fi RPG Cyberpunk 2077, Variety confirmed. Lorenzo di Bonaventura, known for producing the Transformers franchise, is attached to lead the project alongside CD Projekt Red. Sales Success and Dystopian Plot Despite a rough December 2020 launch, Cyberpunk 2077 evolved into a massive commercial hit. It sold 40 million copies worldwide, and its expansion, Phantom Liberty, moved an additional 15 million units. The game takes place in Night City, a neon-drenched dystopian metropolis. Players follow V, a mercenary who accidentally installs a biochip containing the digital consciousness of rogue rockstar Johnny Silverhand, originally portrayed by Keanu Reeves. As a result, V and Johnny must team up to save V’s life while fighting the corrupt megacorporation Arasaka. Will Reeves Return? When fans hear the news, their main question will be: Is Keanu Reeves returning? When asked about reprising his role, Reeves recently told IGN, “Absolutely. I’d love to play Johnny
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Lulu Wilson and Neil Patrick Harris Face Off in ‘The Last Temptation of Becky’ Trailer
Everyone’s favorite blood-soaked antihero is trading her woodland survival gear for an official field badge. Following its premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival, The Last Temptation of Becky has officially unleashed its trailer. This exciting third entry in the fan-favorite franchise raises the stakes and the body count to global proportions. Infiltrating the Fourth Reich When viewers last saw Becky, played by Lulu Wilson, she was a traumatized teenager fending off violent extremists. Now older and recruited as a CIA agent, she faces her most dangerous operation yet. Under the direction of her handler, played by genre staple Kate Siegel, Becky travels undercover to Poland. Her target is a family operating a tourist business at Hitler’s former WWII bunker. A High-Stakes Confrontation Becky soon discovers that the fortress is run by a sinister patriarch plotting to establish a Fourth Reich. Neil Patrick Harris plays the villainous mastermind, stepping into a delightfully dark antagonist role. True to form, rather than
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Real-Life Texas Stalking Case Inspires Chilling New Horror Thriller “Marrow”
Scatena & Rosner Films has acquired North American distribution rights for Marrow. The new horror feature comes from writer-director Mitch McLeod. It stars Jessica Dawn Willis alongside genre icons Danielle Harris and Michael Ironside. Viral Fame Turns Deadly The story draws inspiration from real police files tracking a small-town Texas stalking case. Specifically, it follows Jamie Foster, a faded vlogger desperate to revive her waning online influence. In a risky bid for views, she invites her stalker onto her channel. Consequently, she suspects he may be the serial killer targeting local influencers. Her subscriber count skyrockets almost immediately. However, the stunt quickly turns lethal as the line between hunter and hunted vanishes entirely. A Dark Exploration of True Crime Culture Zach Stampone praised the film’s sharp commentary on modern media obsession. Indeed, the narrative explores how far content creators will go for public attention. Stampone noted that the confident filmmaking pulls viewers into a deeply unsettling space. As a result,
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Talk to Me Spin-off Series ‘I Let You In’ Coming Exclusively to Meta
Meta has officially announced I Let You In, an upcoming six-episode spinoff series set within the popular Talk to Me universe. Filmed in Spain, the immersive virtual reality project recently wrapped production and will premiere in Spring 2027 exclusively on Meta Quest headsets and Meta VR Glasses. A Deadly Virtual High The storyline follows a group of young travelers chasing the ultimate party scene across Ibiza. Their vacation takes a terrifying turn when they discover an embalmed hand that lets them communicate with spirits. Consequently, the group becomes addicted to the supernatural high of spirit possession, completely unaware of the lethal consequences awaiting them. Cast and Creative Team The cast features Aubri Ibrag, Charlotte Maggi, Sofia Hublitz, Julio Peña, Raff Law, and Charlie Hiscock as the doomed travelers. Director Craig William Macneill helmed all six episodes, based on scripts by Trent Atherton. Original franchise creators Danny and Michael Philippou also serve as executive producers alongside showrunner Darren Brandl. Expanding an
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‘Christmas at the Kringles’ Gifts Viewers a Mix of Horror and Comedy This October
Action-horror comedy Christmas at the Kringles has officially unveiled its wild trailer. Directed by Kevin Lewis, who previously helmed Willy’s Wonderland, the genre-bending holiday feature hits movie theaters nationwide this October. A Twisted Holiday Neighborhood The narrative follows the Seversons, a hopeful family starting fresh inside a quiet suburban neighborhood. Their next-door neighbors, the Kringles, celebrate Christmas year-round. While their holiday enthusiasm initially appears charming, parents Mark and Julie quickly grow concerned about their son’s unsettling attachment to the neighbors. A Festive Fight for Survival Following a heated confrontation, Mark walks next door to bring his loved ones back home. Instead of festive cheer, he uncovers the Kringles’ sinister plot to hypnotize and indoctrinate his entire family. As a result, Mark embarks on a high-stakes rescue mission alongside a rogue, badass Santa Claus played by Rob Riggle to save his family from total brainwashing. Ensemble Cast and Production Details Ron Livingston leads the production alongside Rob Riggle, Rachel Bilson, Arden
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Jack the Ripper is Back in New Historical Horror Series “Sickert”
Academy Award-winning Son of Saul director László Nemes is developing a new Victorian-set television series titled “Sickert,” The Hollywood Reporter confirms. The project explores the infamous Jack the Ripper murders through the lens of influential painter Walter Sickert. Unsolved Victorian Terrors In 1888, a series of brutal murders in London’s impoverished Whitechapel district gripped the city in widespread terror. The killer sent mocking letters to local authorities, signing them with the notorious moniker Jack the Ripper. Although five canonical victims are officially linked to the perpetrator, the killer’s true identity remains one of history’s greatest mysteries. Over a century later, true-crime enthusiasts and historians continue to debate the case. An Artist Under Suspicion The story focuses on painter Walter Sickert as he navigates both high society and London’s marginalized underclass. Drawn to paint the very individuals targeted by the serial killer, Sickert soon becomes a person of interest for Scotland Yard. As investigators close in, the artist loses his grip
Continue reading →
Sydney’s Dark Nights Film Fest: Reviews and Previews Including The Turkish Coffee Table, Monkey, and Ol’ Silus
Sydney, Australia’s Dark Nights Film Fest takes place on Saturday, October 10, 2026. We reviewed some of the Australian shorts screening there, and now we’ll take a look at the feature The Turkish Coffee Table and some more of the short films featured there. Synopses are from the festival’s official website. For more information, visit https://www.darknightsfilmfest.com/. First, I reviewed The Turkish Coffee Table for a previous film festival, but I’ll present that review again here. It’s spoiler free, so no worries about reading it before watching. THE TURKISH COFFEE TABLE (Turkey, 2025) Official synopsis A couple’s argument over a coffee table spirals into chaos when a simple mistake turns into a desperate web of lies, panic, deception, and the terrifying consequences of trying to cover up the truth. Time to remind you of the darkness underlying everything, one that forces you to look into the void with elegance, wit and sympathy. Review Director Caye Casas gave cinephiles perhaps the strongest
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31 New Horror Movies to Watch This Halloween Season and Where to Watch Them
Looking for something to watch? HorrorFuel.com has thirty-one terrifying new releases from 2025 and 2026 ready to elevate your Halloween and spooky season marathon. Sinister Supernatural Encounters Sinners (2025) Twin brothers return to their Southern hometown attempting to escape troubled pasts, only to encounter a sinister ancient evil waiting for them. Their quiet fresh start quickly devolves into a desperate fight for survival against dark spiritual forces. Where to Watch: Max Bring Her Back (2025) A young brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother. This nerve-shredding possession story explores intense psychological trauma alongside terrifying supernatural manifestations. Where to Watch: Hulu Presence (2025) A suburban family moves into a tranquil home, unaware that a mysterious entity resides inside. The story unfolds entirely from the chilling perspective of the unseen ghost observing the family. Where to Watch: Neon / Digital VOD Keeper (2025) While enjoying a remote cabin getaway, a couple’s romantic retreat
Continue reading →
Shudder Unleashes Face-Melting Metal in ‘V/H/S MIXTAPE’ This Friday
Shudder is gearing up to unleash the face-melting, head-banging ninth installment of its foundational found-footage anthology franchise, V/H/S/MIXTAPE! The film’s narrative framework centers on the sinister influence of music, rhythm, and auditory obsession. The upcoming anthology aims to weaponize sound across a chaotic blend of cosmic dread, psychological mind games, visual splatter, and practical effects. The campaign kicked off with a brand-new official poster bearing the tagline “Low Fidelity, High Bodycount,” setting the stage for an October release at the height of the Halloween season. Cinematic Titans and Puppet Horror The directorial lineup for V/H/S/MIXTAPE features a diverse group of filmmakers tackling original individual segments. Veteran horror director Ernest Dickerson helms The Music of Mr. Sze, which follows a college film student whose documentary project uncovers the reclusive, troubled life of a tormented musician. French filmmaker David Moreau directs Heartbeat, focusing on two urban-exploration influencers who become trapped inside a decommissioned military facility historically used for extreme sonic experimentation. Artist and director RZA
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Get Your Tickets for ‘Clayface’ and Get a Free DC Universe Infinite Ultra Subscription
Warner Bros. and DC Studios have dropped the final face-melting trailer for Clayface. And they’ve injected a heavy dose of pure body horror into the DC Universe just in time for Halloween. A Star Is Torn Tom Rhys Harries takes center stage as Gotham’s legendary, mud-slinging villain. Billed as DC Studios’ first true dive into horror, Clayface charts one man’s gruesome descent from Hollywood golden boy to revenge-obsessed monster. It’s a tragic dive into lost identity, toxic love, and the terrifying price of reckless scientific ambition. Matt Hagen’s meteoric rise from Gotham street kid to Hollywood leading man is tragically cut short when a local crime boss’s actions leave him horribly disfigured. Abandoned by his team and with nothing left, Matt seeks out a cutting-edge treatment. It miraculously returns him to his former self. However, unexpectedly affects his grip on reality, spiraling him down a destructive path of all-consuming revenge. The Talent Behind the Terror James Watkins (The Woman in
Continue reading →
“Cyberpunk 2077” Live-Action Film in the Works at Paramount
Paramount is officially developing a live-action adaptation of CD Projekt Red’s hit sci-fi RPG Cyberpunk 2077, Variety confirmed. Lorenzo di Bonaventura, known for producing the Transformers franchise, is attached to lead the project alongside CD Projekt Red. Sales Success and Dystopian Plot Despite a rough December 2020 launch, Cyberpunk 2077 evolved into a massive commercial hit. It sold 40 million copies worldwide, and its expansion, Phantom Liberty, moved an additional 15 million units. The game takes place in Night City, a neon-drenched dystopian metropolis. Players follow V, a mercenary who accidentally installs a biochip containing the digital consciousness of rogue rockstar Johnny Silverhand, originally portrayed by Keanu Reeves. As a result, V and Johnny must team up to save V’s life while fighting the corrupt megacorporation Arasaka. Will Reeves Return? When fans hear the news, their main question will be: Is Keanu Reeves returning? When asked about reprising his role, Reeves recently told IGN, “Absolutely. I’d love to play Johnny
Continue reading →
Lulu Wilson and Neil Patrick Harris Face Off in ‘The Last Temptation of Becky’ Trailer
Everyone’s favorite blood-soaked antihero is trading her woodland survival gear for an official field badge. Following its premiere at the Fantasia International Film Festival, The Last Temptation of Becky has officially unleashed its trailer. This exciting third entry in the fan-favorite franchise raises the stakes and the body count to global proportions. Infiltrating the Fourth Reich When viewers last saw Becky, played by Lulu Wilson, she was a traumatized teenager fending off violent extremists. Now older and recruited as a CIA agent, she faces her most dangerous operation yet. Under the direction of her handler, played by genre staple Kate Siegel, Becky travels undercover to Poland. Her target is a family operating a tourist business at Hitler’s former WWII bunker. A High-Stakes Confrontation Becky soon discovers that the fortress is run by a sinister patriarch plotting to establish a Fourth Reich. Neil Patrick Harris plays the villainous mastermind, stepping into a delightfully dark antagonist role. True to form, rather than
Continue reading →
Real-Life Texas Stalking Case Inspires Chilling New Horror Thriller “Marrow”
Scatena & Rosner Films has acquired North American distribution rights for Marrow. The new horror feature comes from writer-director Mitch McLeod. It stars Jessica Dawn Willis alongside genre icons Danielle Harris and Michael Ironside. Viral Fame Turns Deadly The story draws inspiration from real police files tracking a small-town Texas stalking case. Specifically, it follows Jamie Foster, a faded vlogger desperate to revive her waning online influence. In a risky bid for views, she invites her stalker onto her channel. Consequently, she suspects he may be the serial killer targeting local influencers. Her subscriber count skyrockets almost immediately. However, the stunt quickly turns lethal as the line between hunter and hunted vanishes entirely. A Dark Exploration of True Crime Culture Zach Stampone praised the film’s sharp commentary on modern media obsession. Indeed, the narrative explores how far content creators will go for public attention. Stampone noted that the confident filmmaking pulls viewers into a deeply unsettling space. As a result,
Continue reading →
Talk to Me Spin-off Series ‘I Let You In’ Coming Exclusively to Meta
Meta has officially announced I Let You In, an upcoming six-episode spinoff series set within the popular Talk to Me universe. Filmed in Spain, the immersive virtual reality project recently wrapped production and will premiere in Spring 2027 exclusively on Meta Quest headsets and Meta VR Glasses. A Deadly Virtual High The storyline follows a group of young travelers chasing the ultimate party scene across Ibiza. Their vacation takes a terrifying turn when they discover an embalmed hand that lets them communicate with spirits. Consequently, the group becomes addicted to the supernatural high of spirit possession, completely unaware of the lethal consequences awaiting them. Cast and Creative Team The cast features Aubri Ibrag, Charlotte Maggi, Sofia Hublitz, Julio Peña, Raff Law, and Charlie Hiscock as the doomed travelers. Director Craig William Macneill helmed all six episodes, based on scripts by Trent Atherton. Original franchise creators Danny and Michael Philippou also serve as executive producers alongside showrunner Darren Brandl. Expanding an
Continue reading →
‘Christmas at the Kringles’ Gifts Viewers a Mix of Horror and Comedy This October
Action-horror comedy Christmas at the Kringles has officially unveiled its wild trailer. Directed by Kevin Lewis, who previously helmed Willy’s Wonderland, the genre-bending holiday feature hits movie theaters nationwide this October. A Twisted Holiday Neighborhood The narrative follows the Seversons, a hopeful family starting fresh inside a quiet suburban neighborhood. Their next-door neighbors, the Kringles, celebrate Christmas year-round. While their holiday enthusiasm initially appears charming, parents Mark and Julie quickly grow concerned about their son’s unsettling attachment to the neighbors. A Festive Fight for Survival Following a heated confrontation, Mark walks next door to bring his loved ones back home. Instead of festive cheer, he uncovers the Kringles’ sinister plot to hypnotize and indoctrinate his entire family. As a result, Mark embarks on a high-stakes rescue mission alongside a rogue, badass Santa Claus played by Rob Riggle to save his family from total brainwashing. Ensemble Cast and Production Details Ron Livingston leads the production alongside Rob Riggle, Rachel Bilson, Arden
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