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A24’s New ‘Y2K’ Trailer Unleashes Killer Tech at a Party
As someone who was there when the clock chimed 12 on New Year’s 1999, I can vouch for the panic and fear felt by the world as we waited for the Y2K chaos to strike. That may be why I’m so excited about A24‘s new horror comedy Y2K, set to premiere this December. The first trailer is here, teasing panic and gruesome deaths as a group of kids at a party are attacked by machines in brutal and bloody ways as Y2K struck the world. This action-packed fun flick features a horde of familiar faces, including Jaeden Martell, Rachel Zegler, Julian Dennison, The Kid Laroi, Alicia Silverstone, Tim Heidecker, and Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst. Directed by Kyle Mooney (Zoolander 2), the movie Y2K sees two high school nobodies decide to crash the last major celebration before the new millennium on New Year’s Eve 1999. The night becomes even crazier than they could have ever dreamed when the clock strikes
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After A Disappointing Theatrical Run ‘Borderlands’ is Coming Home
Borderlands is swiftly transitioning from theaters to home screens. The film will be available on digital and VOD later this month, just weeks after its theatrical release. The video game adaptation has faced significant challenges, both critically and commercially. With a dismal 10% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a disappointing $16.5 million global opening weekend, Borderlands has struggled to find success. Directed by Eli Roth (Hostel, Death Wish), Borderlands, made on a $100 million budget, takes us to Pandora. It’s a lawless wasteland with bandits, alien creatures, and untold riches. Here, we meet Lilith (Cate Blanchett), a legendary bounty hunter with a shrouded past. Lilith is tasked with finding the missing daughter of the powerful villain, Atlas (Edgar Ramírez). Lilith can’t go it alone. She assembles a motley crew of unlikely heroes, including Roland (Kevin Hart), a seasoned mercenary with his agenda. Joining them is the explosive Tiny Tina (Ariana Greenblatt), a pre-teen demolitionist with a wild streak, and her
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‘Azrael’ Trailer Sees Samara Weaving As a Sacrifice
From director E.L. Katz (The Haunting of Bly Manor) comes the gripping new horror film Azreal, starring Ready or Not’s Samara Weaving and Natathan Stweart-Jarrett. The movie sees Weaving unite with writer Simon Barrett (The Guest, You’re Next). The new trailer reveals a pulse-pounding film set after the rapture. It is a chilling tale of survival and sacrifice in a world where no one speaks. A mysterious, devout community hunts down a young woman named Azrael (Samara Weaving), who has escaped their imprisonment. Azrael, recaptured by its ruthless leaders, is to be sacrificed to appease an evil that resides deep within the wilderness – but Azrael will stop at nothing to ensure her freedom and survival. An immersive, real-time horror film comes from the seeds of this gritty, relentless parable of sacrifice and salvation. Jason Cloth and Dave Caplan’s C2 Motion Picture Group won the rights to the hot project in a competitive bidding situation last fall and fully financed
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The Adams Family Discusses Their New Horror Movie ‘Hell Hole’ in Our Interview
When it comes to a true filmmaking family, there’s no family like the Adams family. The parent-child team features father John Adams, mother Toby Poser, and daughters Zelda and Lulu Adams, who are a force to be reckoned with regarding indie horror. The filmmakers have a long history of creating unnerving, fright-filled films like The Devil Roams (2023) and Hellbender (2021). Now, they have a new horror movie, Hell Hole. I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Toby and John about their wild new movie Hell Hole, which is part body horror and part creature feature. It’s a must-see while it departs from their iconic dark, gritty horror films. It’s a bloody, wild film filled with dark humor and practical effects. Hell Hole sees a fracking crew working deep in the Serbian wilderness at odds with government-assigned environmental advisors. When they begin to drill, the workers uncover the unimaginable: a dormant parasitic monster entombed deep in the rock. Now
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Dive Into the New Trailer for ‘Shark Island’
Shark Island is set to make a splash as it hits streaming platforms. This action-packed thriller stars Michael Paré and country music sensation Erin Alvey. It sees them caught in a battle for survival against man and beast. In the movie, a group of models find themselves in paradise turned predator zone. A photoshoot on a secluded island takes a deadly turn. As sharks circle the waters, a sinister plot begins to unravel. Shark Island promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with suspenseful twists and turns. Directed by Stephen “Scruffy” Edgewood and featuring a talented cast including Alan Collett, Zara Dragon, and Poi Haywood, the film delivers a thrilling blend of action, shark attacks, and stunning tropical scenery. Get ready to dive into Shark Island, out now on Tubi and set to be released on digital platforms on September 6th.
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“A Discovery of Witches” Casts It Spell on Netflix This Week
Enter a world of witches, vampires, and magic when “A Discovery of Witches” comes to Netflix this week. The action-packed supernatural series premiered in 2018 and ran through 2022. The series centers on “brilliant historian Diana Bishop (Teresa Palmer), a witch who has long denied her heritage. But when she unexpectedly opens an ancient, bewitched manuscript from Oxford’s Bodleian library, she finds herself thrown into the heart of a dangerous mystery and the path of the enigmatic geneticist and vampire Matthew Clairmont (Matthew Goode). Matthew is driven to solve the looming threat of the creatures’ decline. Still, their unlikely alliance to find the book before it falls into the wrong hands – and their deepening relationship – threatens to violate age-old taboos and shake the fragile peace between the species. The talented cast of the series includes Mathew Goode, Teresa Palmer, Alex Kingston, Gregg Chilingirian, Trevor Eve, and Owen Teale. Adapted from Deborah Harkness’s best-selling trilogy of novels, “A Discovery
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The Alien Universe Expands with the FX Series “Alien: Earth”
Alien: Romulus has just landed in theaters. However, it is not the only Alien project fans can look forward to. Noah Hawley’s highly anticipated FX series “Alien: Earth” is nearing completion and is now in post-production. The prequel series, set decades before the iconic 1979 film, promises a fresh perspective on the universe. Hawley, who worked on both the series “Fargo” and “Legion,” has confirmed that the series will avoid the mythology established in the Prometheus movie, focusing instead on exploring the origins of the Xenomorph and its terrifying impact on humanity. Hawley recently spoke about the new series in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “it could be the next 10 years of my life.” He continued, “We just wrapped. I’m in post, editing away. Obviously, there’s a large visual effects component that takes time. But I couldn’t be happier with the show that we shot. If people wanted a television series based on the world of Alien, I
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‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Dreams Up a 4K Uncut Remastered Edition
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the biggest horror films ever made, A Nightmare on Elm Street is coming to digital and 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray from New Line Cinema and renowned horror director Wes Craven, A Nightmare on Elm Street introduced fans to the dream-walking killer Freddy Krueger in 1984, spawning a franchise that remains a fan favorite. Krueger, played by Robert Englund, remains iconic. In the movie, a hideously scarred man who was murdered by a lynch mob returns years later in the terrifying nightmares of his killers’ teen children. One by one, the dreaming teenagers are starting to die in their sleep in horrific ways. The movie stars Englund, John Saxon, Ronee Blakely, Heather Langenkamp, Amanda Wyss, Nick Corri, and Johnny Depp. The uncut classic has been remastered and features new footage and killer bonus features. Ready Freddy Focus Points Commentary with Wes Craven, Robert Englund, Heather Langenkamp, Ronnie Blakely, Robert Shaye, and Sara Risher. Alternate
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Waypoint Announces New Horror Label Cweature Features
Waypoint Entertainment has launched Cweature Features, a new genre label dedicated to producing innovative and terrifying horror films. Led by industry veterans Ken Kao and Josh Rosenbaum, the company aims to create a collaborative space for filmmakers to push the genre’s boundaries. The announcement follows the success of Waypoint’s deal with NEON, which includes the hit horror film Longlegs. Released less than a month ago, the movie starring Nicolas Cage has grossed $71 million globally, making it the highest-grossing horror film in the last decade. With the launch of Cweature Features, the company is set to significantly impact the horror scene. It aims to establish a safe place for filmmakers to create twisted, genre-melding nightmares. “The dark allure and possibilities within the horror genre have always been captivating, and now, through the lens of CUCKOO, our passion has been reinvigorated for all things spooky,” said Josh Rosenbaum, Partner and Producer of Cweature Features and Waypoint Entertainment. “Our excitement led to
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Trailer for K-horror ‘Sleep’ May Leave You Awake at Night
If it hasn’t been obvious before, I’ll tell you now: I love K-Horror. I am happy to report that a new K-horror film, Sleep, is headed your way. Check out the new trailer, though it may lead to a sleepless night. Writer/Director Jason Yu’s chilling new film, Sleep, is poised to disrupt your slumber. The movie follows a newly married couple, Hyun-su (Lee Sun-kyun) and Soo-jin (Jung Yu-mi). Their seemingly idyllic life takes a terrifying turn when Hyun-su begins exhibiting disturbing sleepwalking behavior. As Hyun-su mutters cryptic phrases and acts strangely in his sleep, Soo-jin grapples with mounting fear and the unsettling suspicion that a sinister force may be at play. With their young family at stake, the couple desperately seeks answers and a way to stop Hyun-su’s increasingly erratic sleepwalking. Sleep boasts a captivating cast, including Lee Sun-kyun from the critically acclaimed film Parasite and Jung Yu-mi. Director Jason Yu, who honed his craft under renowned Korean filmmakers Bong
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A24’s New ‘Y2K’ Trailer Unleashes Killer Tech at a Party
As someone who was there when the clock chimed 12 on New Year’s 1999, I can vouch for the panic and fear felt by the world as we waited for the Y2K chaos to strike. That may be why I’m so excited about A24‘s new horror comedy Y2K, set to premiere this December. The first trailer is here, teasing panic and gruesome deaths as a group of kids at a party are attacked by machines in brutal and bloody ways as Y2K struck the world. This action-packed fun flick features a horde of familiar faces, including Jaeden Martell, Rachel Zegler, Julian Dennison, The Kid Laroi, Alicia Silverstone, Tim Heidecker, and Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst. Directed by Kyle Mooney (Zoolander 2), the movie Y2K sees two high school nobodies decide to crash the last major celebration before the new millennium on New Year’s Eve 1999. The night becomes even crazier than they could have ever dreamed when the clock strikes
Continue reading →
After A Disappointing Theatrical Run ‘Borderlands’ is Coming Home
Borderlands is swiftly transitioning from theaters to home screens. The film will be available on digital and VOD later this month, just weeks after its theatrical release. The video game adaptation has faced significant challenges, both critically and commercially. With a dismal 10% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and a disappointing $16.5 million global opening weekend, Borderlands has struggled to find success. Directed by Eli Roth (Hostel, Death Wish), Borderlands, made on a $100 million budget, takes us to Pandora. It’s a lawless wasteland with bandits, alien creatures, and untold riches. Here, we meet Lilith (Cate Blanchett), a legendary bounty hunter with a shrouded past. Lilith is tasked with finding the missing daughter of the powerful villain, Atlas (Edgar Ramírez). Lilith can’t go it alone. She assembles a motley crew of unlikely heroes, including Roland (Kevin Hart), a seasoned mercenary with his agenda. Joining them is the explosive Tiny Tina (Ariana Greenblatt), a pre-teen demolitionist with a wild streak, and her
Continue reading →
‘Azrael’ Trailer Sees Samara Weaving As a Sacrifice
From director E.L. Katz (The Haunting of Bly Manor) comes the gripping new horror film Azreal, starring Ready or Not’s Samara Weaving and Natathan Stweart-Jarrett. The movie sees Weaving unite with writer Simon Barrett (The Guest, You’re Next). The new trailer reveals a pulse-pounding film set after the rapture. It is a chilling tale of survival and sacrifice in a world where no one speaks. A mysterious, devout community hunts down a young woman named Azrael (Samara Weaving), who has escaped their imprisonment. Azrael, recaptured by its ruthless leaders, is to be sacrificed to appease an evil that resides deep within the wilderness – but Azrael will stop at nothing to ensure her freedom and survival. An immersive, real-time horror film comes from the seeds of this gritty, relentless parable of sacrifice and salvation. Jason Cloth and Dave Caplan’s C2 Motion Picture Group won the rights to the hot project in a competitive bidding situation last fall and fully financed
Continue reading →
The Adams Family Discusses Their New Horror Movie ‘Hell Hole’ in Our Interview
When it comes to a true filmmaking family, there’s no family like the Adams family. The parent-child team features father John Adams, mother Toby Poser, and daughters Zelda and Lulu Adams, who are a force to be reckoned with regarding indie horror. The filmmakers have a long history of creating unnerving, fright-filled films like The Devil Roams (2023) and Hellbender (2021). Now, they have a new horror movie, Hell Hole. I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Toby and John about their wild new movie Hell Hole, which is part body horror and part creature feature. It’s a must-see while it departs from their iconic dark, gritty horror films. It’s a bloody, wild film filled with dark humor and practical effects. Hell Hole sees a fracking crew working deep in the Serbian wilderness at odds with government-assigned environmental advisors. When they begin to drill, the workers uncover the unimaginable: a dormant parasitic monster entombed deep in the rock. Now
Continue reading →
Dive Into the New Trailer for ‘Shark Island’
Shark Island is set to make a splash as it hits streaming platforms. This action-packed thriller stars Michael Paré and country music sensation Erin Alvey. It sees them caught in a battle for survival against man and beast. In the movie, a group of models find themselves in paradise turned predator zone. A photoshoot on a secluded island takes a deadly turn. As sharks circle the waters, a sinister plot begins to unravel. Shark Island promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats with suspenseful twists and turns. Directed by Stephen “Scruffy” Edgewood and featuring a talented cast including Alan Collett, Zara Dragon, and Poi Haywood, the film delivers a thrilling blend of action, shark attacks, and stunning tropical scenery. Get ready to dive into Shark Island, out now on Tubi and set to be released on digital platforms on September 6th.
Continue reading →
“A Discovery of Witches” Casts It Spell on Netflix This Week
Enter a world of witches, vampires, and magic when “A Discovery of Witches” comes to Netflix this week. The action-packed supernatural series premiered in 2018 and ran through 2022. The series centers on “brilliant historian Diana Bishop (Teresa Palmer), a witch who has long denied her heritage. But when she unexpectedly opens an ancient, bewitched manuscript from Oxford’s Bodleian library, she finds herself thrown into the heart of a dangerous mystery and the path of the enigmatic geneticist and vampire Matthew Clairmont (Matthew Goode). Matthew is driven to solve the looming threat of the creatures’ decline. Still, their unlikely alliance to find the book before it falls into the wrong hands – and their deepening relationship – threatens to violate age-old taboos and shake the fragile peace between the species. The talented cast of the series includes Mathew Goode, Teresa Palmer, Alex Kingston, Gregg Chilingirian, Trevor Eve, and Owen Teale. Adapted from Deborah Harkness’s best-selling trilogy of novels, “A Discovery
Continue reading →
The Alien Universe Expands with the FX Series “Alien: Earth”
Alien: Romulus has just landed in theaters. However, it is not the only Alien project fans can look forward to. Noah Hawley’s highly anticipated FX series “Alien: Earth” is nearing completion and is now in post-production. The prequel series, set decades before the iconic 1979 film, promises a fresh perspective on the universe. Hawley, who worked on both the series “Fargo” and “Legion,” has confirmed that the series will avoid the mythology established in the Prometheus movie, focusing instead on exploring the origins of the Xenomorph and its terrifying impact on humanity. Hawley recently spoke about the new series in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter. “it could be the next 10 years of my life.” He continued, “We just wrapped. I’m in post, editing away. Obviously, there’s a large visual effects component that takes time. But I couldn’t be happier with the show that we shot. If people wanted a television series based on the world of Alien, I
Continue reading →
‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Dreams Up a 4K Uncut Remastered Edition
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the biggest horror films ever made, A Nightmare on Elm Street is coming to digital and 4K Ultra HD and Blu-ray from New Line Cinema and renowned horror director Wes Craven, A Nightmare on Elm Street introduced fans to the dream-walking killer Freddy Krueger in 1984, spawning a franchise that remains a fan favorite. Krueger, played by Robert Englund, remains iconic. In the movie, a hideously scarred man who was murdered by a lynch mob returns years later in the terrifying nightmares of his killers’ teen children. One by one, the dreaming teenagers are starting to die in their sleep in horrific ways. The movie stars Englund, John Saxon, Ronee Blakely, Heather Langenkamp, Amanda Wyss, Nick Corri, and Johnny Depp. The uncut classic has been remastered and features new footage and killer bonus features. Ready Freddy Focus Points Commentary with Wes Craven, Robert Englund, Heather Langenkamp, Ronnie Blakely, Robert Shaye, and Sara Risher. Alternate
Continue reading →
Waypoint Announces New Horror Label Cweature Features
Waypoint Entertainment has launched Cweature Features, a new genre label dedicated to producing innovative and terrifying horror films. Led by industry veterans Ken Kao and Josh Rosenbaum, the company aims to create a collaborative space for filmmakers to push the genre’s boundaries. The announcement follows the success of Waypoint’s deal with NEON, which includes the hit horror film Longlegs. Released less than a month ago, the movie starring Nicolas Cage has grossed $71 million globally, making it the highest-grossing horror film in the last decade. With the launch of Cweature Features, the company is set to significantly impact the horror scene. It aims to establish a safe place for filmmakers to create twisted, genre-melding nightmares. “The dark allure and possibilities within the horror genre have always been captivating, and now, through the lens of CUCKOO, our passion has been reinvigorated for all things spooky,” said Josh Rosenbaum, Partner and Producer of Cweature Features and Waypoint Entertainment. “Our excitement led to
Continue reading →
Trailer for K-horror ‘Sleep’ May Leave You Awake at Night
If it hasn’t been obvious before, I’ll tell you now: I love K-Horror. I am happy to report that a new K-horror film, Sleep, is headed your way. Check out the new trailer, though it may lead to a sleepless night. Writer/Director Jason Yu’s chilling new film, Sleep, is poised to disrupt your slumber. The movie follows a newly married couple, Hyun-su (Lee Sun-kyun) and Soo-jin (Jung Yu-mi). Their seemingly idyllic life takes a terrifying turn when Hyun-su begins exhibiting disturbing sleepwalking behavior. As Hyun-su mutters cryptic phrases and acts strangely in his sleep, Soo-jin grapples with mounting fear and the unsettling suspicion that a sinister force may be at play. With their young family at stake, the couple desperately seeks answers and a way to stop Hyun-su’s increasingly erratic sleepwalking. Sleep boasts a captivating cast, including Lee Sun-kyun from the critically acclaimed film Parasite and Jung Yu-mi. Director Jason Yu, who honed his craft under renowned Korean filmmakers Bong
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