"Two outsider sisters must battle with not just coming of age as women but also accepting the harsh reality of turning into bloodthirsty werewolves" in the three films that comprise the iconic Canadian horror Ginger Snaps Trilogy. Ginger Snaps: The Fitzgerald sisters – sixteen-year-old Ginger (Disturbing Behavior's Katharine Isabelle) and fifteen-year-old Bridget (Stephen King's It's Emily Perkins) – made a suicide pact when they were eight ("Out by sixteen or dead in the scene, but together forever") and have gone to elaborate means to pre-visualize their gruesome fates turning them into a photo montage for the school assignment "Life in Bailey Downs." Strangely enough, their portraits of the dark side of suburbia are not as off-the-mark as their school counselor (...

"Two outsider sisters must battle with not just coming of age as women but also accepting the harsh reality of turning into bloodthirsty werewolves" in the three films that comprise the iconic Canadian horror Ginger Snaps Trilogy. Ginger Snaps: The Fitzgerald sisters – sixteen-year-old Ginger (Disturbing Behavior's Katharine Isabelle) and fifteen-year-old Bridget (Stephen King's It's Emily Perkins) – made a suicide pact when they were eight ("Out by sixteen or dead in the scene, but together forever") and have gone to elaborate means to pre-visualize their gruesome fates turning them into a photo montage for the school assignment "Life in Bailey Downs." Strangely enough, their portraits of the dark side of suburbia are not as off-the-mark as their school counselor (...

"Two outsider sisters must battle with not just coming of age as women but also accepting the harsh reality of turning into bloodthirsty werewolves" in the three films that comprise the iconic Canadian horror Ginger Snaps Trilogy. Ginger Snaps: The Fitzgerald sisters – sixteen-year-old Ginger (Disturbing Behavior's Katharine Isabelle) and fifteen-year-old Bridget (Stephen King's It's Emily Perkins) – made a suicide pact when they were eight ("Out by sixteen or dead in the scene, but together forever") and have gone to elaborate means to pre-visualize their gruesome fates turning them into a photo montage for the school assignment "Life in Bailey Downs." Strangely enough, their portraits of the dark side of suburbia are not as off-the-mark as their school counselor (...

Fred Dekker's "The Monster Squad" is a delightful blend of horror, comedy, and adventure that caters to both children and adults. While not an instant box office success, the film has gained a cult following over the years, and rightfully so. The film revolves around a group of young friends who form a monster club lead by club leader Sean Crenshaw (Andre Gower), second in command Patrick Rhodes (Robby Kiger), clumsy Horace (Brent Chalem), tough older kid Rudy (Ryan Lambert) and little Eugene (Michael Faustino), and find themselves facing a real-life threat when Count Dracula (Duncan Regehr), Frankenstein's Monster (Tom Noonan), the Wolfman (Carl Thibault), the Mummy (Michael Reid MacKay), and the Gillman (...

Renowned filmmaker Elia Kazan's "The Last Tycoon" offers a visually compelling exploration of the cutthroat world of Hollywood during its golden age. The film, based on F. Scott Fitzgerald's unfinished novel, unfolds as a poignant tale of ambition, love, and betrayal within the glamorous yet ruthless confines of the movie industry and marks the second collaboration with legendary producer Sam Spiegel whom he made "On The Waterfront" (1954) with, to much acclaim. One of the film's standout features is its meticulous attention to period detail. The production design, costumes, and cinematography transport the audience seamlessly to 1930's Hollywood, capturing the glitz and glamour of the era. The artful blending of historical accuracy and visual spectacle provides a rich backdrop against which the characters' struggles and triumphs unfold. The cast, led by Robert De Niro in the role of Monroe Stahr, delivers strong performances that bring depth to the characters. De Niro embodies Stahr's complexity, portraying the character's internal...

In the realm of period dramas, "Valmont" stands out as a captivating masterpiece that weaves a tale of love, betrayal, and societal expectations. Directed by Miloš Forman, this film, based on the novel "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" by Choderlos de Laclos, offers a fresh perspective on the intricacies of human relationships in 18th-century France. The film's narrative revolves around the cunning and seductive Vicomte de Valmont (Colin Firth), and the virtuous Madame de Tourvel (Meg Tilly) as he engages in a challenge to seduce the virtuous Madame amidst a web of love, betrayal, and societal intricacies, Valmont's calculated pursuits blur with genuine emotions, leading to tragic consequences. The chemistry between the two leads is nothing short of mesmerizing, drawing the audience into a world where manipulation and passion collide. One thing is for certain, the film's meticulous attention to period detail is incredible. The costume design and set decoration transport viewers to the opulent world of the French aristocracy, enhancing the ...

"Fargo" has left an indelible mark on popular culture, solidifying its importance as a cinematic touchstone. Beyond its critical acclaim and commercial success, the film has become a cultural reference point, inspiring countless works across various media. The distinctive accents and quirky dialogue of its characters have seeped into the vernacular, with phrases like "You betcha" and "Oh, jeez" becoming instantly recognizable. The film's exploration of the mundane colliding with the criminal has influenced subsequent crime dramas, inspiring a sub-genre that combines dark humor with intense storytelling. "Fargo" has not only shaped the landscape of filmmaking but has also contributed to the broader cultural conversation, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to resonate with audiences and creators alike and Shout! Factory has finally given us a brilliant new 4K scan of the film to enjoy. The film revolves around Jerry Lundegaard (William H. Macy), a financially desperate car salesman in Minnesota, who hatches a plan to have his wife Jean (Kristin Rudrüd) kidnapped in order to extort ransom money from his wealthy father-in-law Wa...

"Bluebeard's Castle" ("Herzog Blaubarts Burg") (1963) Newlywed Bluebeard (played by Norman Foster) invites his wife Judith (played by Ana Raquel Satre) to his dark grand castle. There are seven locked doors within the castle, each representing a part of Bluebeard’s life and are unlocked one by one by Judith. With each room unlocked, the castle starts to reveal an environment that turns more and more sinister with every step… "A kékszakállú herceg vára", or “Bluebeard’s Castle” was a one act opera written by librettist Béla Balázs and composer Béla Bartók. First performed in their native country of Hungary in 1918, it was an experimental work with a dark theme, had an elaborate yet minimal set design, a short runtime, and with only two singers performing. It proved to be a difficult work to showcase, as it was experimental in nature and was rejected by the Hungarian Fine Arts Commission for award...

High above the town of Deadwood, South Dakota, businessman Alexander Ward (The Great Silence's Frank Wolff) and his "secretary" Gypsy (A Bucket of Blood's Sheila Carol) – along with Ward's employees Marty (None But the Brave's Richard Sinatra) and Byron (Little Shop of Horrors' Wally Campo) – have taken to the slopes under the guide of Gil Jackson (King Kong Lives' Michael Forest) in preparation for a two-day cross country skiing trip through the wilderness to Gil's mountain cabin. What Gil...

This past summer a viral marketing phenomenon caught hold, it would be an epic battle for box office dominance between the real life story of the father of the atomic bomb... and a girl's doll brought to life. As I previously mentioned in my review for "Barbie" (2023) "Barbenheimer" would sweep the world and both movies benefitted with some of the biggest box office numbers since before the pandemic. People finally found a good enough reason to pack theaters, in part due to the viral marketing meme but mostly because both these films where worth going out for, for different reasons of course. Christopher Nolan has, over the last few years, established himself as the most in-demand film director of his generation. Delivering banger after banger such as visionary mind-bending classics like "Inception" (2010), "Interstellar" (2014), and redefining the super-hero genre with his "Dark Knight" Trilogy (2005-2012) of Batman films he once again proves his mastery of cinematic storytelling with his latest venture, "Oppenheimer." In this ambitious film, Nolan delves into the complex and morally charged story of J. Robert Oppenheimer...

I never saw "Young Guns" in the theatres during its release in 1988, I caught this film on TV a few years later and loved every minute of it. It was a western with a modern twist to it. It could almost be described as a rock 'n' roll western and for a teenage kid growing up in the 90's it just hit the right notes. Given years of maturity and a chance to revisit the film, I now see it more as a guilty pleasure. The film tells the story of John Tunstall's (Terence Stamp) group of regulators, who are hired outlaws that work his ranch and look after his property and "regulate" his belongings against his competitor Lawrence G. Murphy (Jack Palance) and his Santa Fe Ring. The Regulators are made up of six young men William H. Bonney AKA Billy The Kid (Emilio Estevez), Doc Scurlock (Kiefer Sutherland), Chavez y Chavez (Lou Diamond Phillips), Dick Brewer (Charlie Sheen), Dirty Steve Stephens (...

"Cult Epics presents the Marleen Gorris Trilogy, three controversial and thought provoking films, from the director of the Oscar winning film "Antonia's Line." QUESTION OF SILENCE: Three Women, strangers with no premeditated thoughts kill a male shopkeeper in the middle of the day, a female psychiatrist is assigned to the case to find out why. BROKEN MIRRORS: Situated in an Amsterdam brothel, two whores rebel against their lot in life. Meanwhile one of their customers, a serial killer, kidnaps a housewife. THE LAST ISLAND: Five men and two woman, who survive an airplane crash, discover that they maybe the only survivors of a world disaster. The question arises: whether the human race should survive or does man kind destroy itself." Golden Calf (Best Film): Marleen Gorris (winner) - Nerderlands Film Festival, 1982 A Question of Silence: Psychiatrist Janine Van Den Bos (Cox Habbema) is called in to a most peculiar case. Three women – housewife Christina (...

"Cult Epics presents the Marleen Gorris Trilogy, three controversial and thought provoking films, from the director of the Oscar winning film "Antonia's Line." QUESTION OF SILENCE: Three Women, strangers with no premeditated thoughts kill a male shopkeeper in the middle of the day, a female psychiatrist is assigned to the case to find out why. BROKEN MIRRORS: Situated in an Amsterdam brothel, two whores rebel against their lot in life. Meanwhile one of their customers, a serial killer, kidnaps a housewife. THE LAST ISLAND: Five men and two woman, who survive an airplane crash, discover that they maybe the only survivors of a world disaster. The question arises: whether the human race should survive or does man kind destroy itself." Golden Calf (Best Film): Marleen Gorris (winner) - Nerderlands Film Festival, 1982 A Question of Silence: Psychiatrist Janine Van Den Bos (Cox Habbema) is called in to a most peculiar case. Three women – housewife Christina (...

"Cult Epics presents the Marleen Gorris Trilogy, three controversial and thought provoking films, from the director of the Oscar winning film "Antonia's Line." QUESTION OF SILENCE: Three Women, strangers with no premeditated thoughts kill a male shopkeeper in the middle of the day, a female psychiatrist is assigned to the case to find out why. BROKEN MIRRORS: Situated in an Amsterdam brothel, two whores rebel against their lot in life. Meanwhile one of their customers, a serial killer, kidnaps a housewife. THE LAST ISLAND: Five men and two woman, who survive an airplane crash, discover that they maybe the only survivors of a world disaster. The question arises: whether the human race should survive or does man kind destroy itself." Golden Calf (Best Film): Marleen Gorris (winner) - Nerderlands Film Festival, 1982 A Question of Silence: Psychiatrist Janine Van Den Bos (Cox Habbema) is called in to a most peculiar case. Three women – housewife Christina (...

A passenger plane goes down for unknown reasons, crashing on the beach of a tropical island. There are only seven survivors, and they view their situation in different ways: businessman Sean (Raiders of the Lost Ark's Paul Freeman) is sure the airline will have the coordinates of their crash by radar and should rescue them, military man Nick (Performance's Kenneth Colley) dispassionately sets about scavenging the plane an enlisting the others to remove the bodies and set them alight with the jet fuel rather than let them decay in the hot climate, botanist Pierre (Ismael's Ghosts' Marc Berman) looks for edible plants and indicators of where they are, young Frank (Swimming Upstream's ...

"Cross of Iron," directed by Sam Peckinpah is a gritty and unflinching war film that diverges from the conventional tropes of the genre. Set on the Eastern Front during World War II, the film provides a stark portrayal of the brutalities of war and the toll it takes on the human psyche. While it has gained a cult following over the years, the film is not without its flaws. One of the notable strengths of "Cross of Iron" lies in its commitment to realism. Peckinpah does not shy away from depicting the visceral and gruesome nature of warfare. The battle scenes are intense and chaotic, capturing the desperation and horror faced by soldiers on the front lines. The film's cinematography, led by John Coquillon, effectively conveys the harsh conditions of the Eastern Front, immersing the audience in the mud, blood, and chaos of the battlefield. The character development in "Cross of Iron" is another commendable aspect. The film focuses on a German platoon, led by the battle-hardened Sergeant Steiner (James Coburn), Coburn's commitment to authenticity through extensive research is evident...

When you consider the most divisive filmmakers, Sam Peckinpah is a name that easily comes up. Peckinpah made harsh films, with tough themes, tougher complex and hugely flawed characters, also there was violence, lots and lots of violence. He was a filmmaker that pulled all the punches, and those punches were brutal and occasionally just hits you right in the face - unapologetically. That's why his films split audiences, to some he's a cinema god - a true auteur, and to other he's a vulgar hack and to many of the people he knew, he was always a son of a b*tch. Peckinpah himself was a complicated man, he was occasionally abusive, drank like a fish and manipulated and played mind games with his actors. He was an ultimate villain and his attitude is steeped deeply in every frame of his movies but studios have constantly tried to edit, alter, or change his movies. It's easy to see why many studios are simply either put off or scared to release his material, "The Wild Bunch" (1969) was an orgy of violence (violence not previous seen before in a major Hollywood film, it was stylized and glorified - something that's all too common in today's cinema), "...

"René Cardona Jr. was the king of Mexican exploitation cinema throughout the 70s and 80s, directing dozens of films in a variety of genres and taking creative inspiration from the most popular trends in American and Italian genre cinema. Vinegar Syndrome presents The Cardona Collection: Volume 2, containing three of his violent, horror tinged adventure and disaster movies, all newly restored from their original negatives." Beaks: The Movie: Based in Spain, American reporter Vanessa Cartwright (Blame It on Rio's Michelle Johnson) is hoping to report on important stories, but her boss (Edge of the Axe's Elmer Modlin) keeps sending her around the world to cover fluff stories. When they cover a local story about a South American farmer (...

"René Cardona Jr. was the king of Mexican exploitation cinema throughout the 70s and 80s, directing dozens of films in a variety of genres and taking creative inspiration from the most popular trends in American and Italian genre cinema. Vinegar Syndrome presents The Cardona Collection: Volume 2, containing three of his violent, horror tinged adventure and disaster movies, all newly restored from their original negatives." Beaks: The Movie: Based in Spain, American reporter Vanessa Cartwright (Blame It on Rio's Michelle Johnson) is hoping to report on important stories, but her boss (Edge of the Axe's Elmer Modlin) keeps sending her around the world to cover fluff stories. When they cover a local story about a South American farmer (...

"René Cardona Jr. was the king of Mexican exploitation cinema throughout the 70s and 80s, directing dozens of films in a variety of genres and taking creative inspiration from the most popular trends in American and Italian genre cinema. Vinegar Syndrome presents The Cardona Collection: Volume 2, containing three of his violent, horror tinged adventure and disaster movies, all newly restored from their original negatives." Beaks: The Movie: Based in Spain, American reporter Vanessa Cartwright (Blame It on Rio's Michelle Johnson) is hoping to report on important stories, but her boss (Edge of the Axe's Elmer Modlin) keeps sending her around the world to cover fluff stories. When they cover a local story about a South American farmer (...

"René Cardona Jr. was the king of Mexican exploitation cinema throughout the 70s and 80s, directing dozens of films in a variety of genres and taking creative inspiration from the most popular trends in American and Italian genre cinema. Vinegar Syndrome presents The Cardona Collection: Volume 2, containing three of his violent, horror tinged adventure and disaster movies, all newly restored from their original negatives." Beaks: The Movie: Based in Spain, American reporter Vanessa Cartwright (Blame It on Rio's Michelle Johnson) is hoping to report on important stories, but her boss (Edge of the Axe's Elmer Modlin) keeps sending her around the world to cover fluff stories. When they cover a local story about a South American farmer (...

"Repo Man" (1984) Otto (played by Emilio Estevez) is at a crossroads in his life. He quits his mundane job at the supermarket. He leaves his girlfriend Debbi (played by Jennifer Balgobin) after he sees her in bed with Duke (played by Dick Rude). He can't rely on his parents as they are glued to the TV and brainwashed by a televangelist Reverend Larry (played by Bruce White) and have donated their savings to his organization. He is recruited by Bud (played by Harry Dean Stanton) for a quick job which turns out to be for his repossession agency. While at first reluctant, Otto takes the job. Meanwhile, J. Frank Parnell (played by Fox Harris) is driving a Chevy Malibu from New Mexico to California, who is carrying something in the trunk that can instantly vaporize anyone who lays eyes on it. As there is a $20,000 bounty on the car, Otto is after the vehicle, but so are other...

"Computer Chess," directed by Andrew Bujalski and released in 2013, is a unique and unconventional film that explores the world of artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction within the context of a chess tournament. The film's distinct style, shot entirely in black and white using vintage video equipment from the 1980's, adds a nostalgic and authentic touch to its portrayal of the early days of computer technology. One of the notable strengths of "Computer Chess" lies in its ability to blend genres seamlessly. On the surface, it presents itself as a documentary, complete with interviews, talking heads, and a hand-held camera aesthetic. However, as the narrative unfolds, it becomes evident that the film is a fictional account with elements of absurdity and surrealism. This blending of documentary and fiction creates a thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating experience for the audience. The film's narrative primarily revolves around a chess tournament where various computer programmers and their creations compete against each other. The quirky characters and their eccentric personalities add humor and depth to the story, making it more than just a technical ...

It is the shared birthday of sweet old aunts Elizabeth (Dany Daven) and Victoria Remington (Anne-Marie Fox) who are, sadly, not long for this world. Eager to get into their aunts' good graces are a pack of avaricious relatives including child-hating Catholic schoolteacher Father Percival (Robert Du Bois), war profiteer Harvey (Le Mans' Jacques Mayar), embittered spinster Bertha (Florine Elslande), wastrel playboy Roger (Michel Lombet), aristocratic Helen (Catherine Aymerie), her blue collar husband John (Elie Lison) and obnoxious children Suzie (Caroline Braeckman) and...

"The Orphanage", directed by J.A. Bayona and produced by Guillermo del Toro, stands as a masterpiece in Spanish cinema, blending elements of horror, mystery, and drama into a captivating and emotionally charged narrative. Released in 2007, this film has rightfully earned its place as a modern classic, leaving a lasting impression on audiences worldwide. Set against the haunting backdrop of an abandoned orphanage, the film follows Laura (Belén Rueda), who returns to her childhood home with her husband and adopted son. Intent on reopening the orphanage to provide a haven for disabled children, Laura's dreams soon take a chilling turn as her son begins to communicate with seemingly invisible companions. One of the film's notable strengths lies in its atmospheric brilliance. Bayona's direction, coupled with cinematographer Oscar Faura's deft touch, creates an eerie and suspenseful ambiance that permeates every frame. The dilapidated orphanage becomes a character in itself, harboring secrets and whispers of the past, heightening the tens...

"Stalag 17" directed by Billy Wilder and released in 1953, is a remarkable war film that still manages to captivate audiences with its suspenseful storytelling and memorable characters. Based on the Broadway play by Donald Bevan and Edmund Trzcinski, the movie offers a unique blend of drama, humor, and tension within the confines of a World War II German prisoner-of-war camp. Set in Stalag 17, a German POW camp, the film follows a group of American prisoners as they navigate the challenges of captivity and the constant threat of escape attempts. The story revolves around the suspicions and tensions that arise within the barracks as the prisoners suspect there may be a spy in their midst, leaking crucial information to the enemy. The standout performance in "Stalag 17" is undoubtedly William Holden's portrayal of Sgt. J.J. Sefton. Holden's nuanced performance earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor and is one of the film's key highlights. His character, Sefton, is a cynical and self-serving prisoner who becomes a central figure in...

"Night of the Eagle," also known as "Burn, Witch, Burn!" is a classic supernatural horror film from 1962 directed by Sidney Hayers. Based on the novel "Conjure Wife" by Fritz Leiber Jr., the film offers a gripping narrative that explores the dark and mysterious world of witchcraft. It's a compelling piece of cinema that effectively blends elements of psychological horror and suspense. One of the standout features of the film is its engaging story, which revolves around the life of a university professor, Norman Taylor (Peter Wyngarde). When Norman discovers that his wife, Tansy (Janet Blair), practices witchcraft for his protection, he initially dismisses it as superstition and paranoia. However, as strange and disturbing events begin to unfold in his life, he becomes increasingly suspicious and concerned. The film successfully builds tension by gradually revealing the extent of the supernatural forces at play, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. The film's character development is another notable aspect. Norman's trans...

Of all the films William Friedkin made in his career, "Bug" has to be one of the most disturbing and that's considering he made absolute genre defining horror classic "The Exorcist" (1973). Based on a play this 2006 film premiered at Cannes to positive reviews, it was snapped up quickly by Lionsgate, released theatrically a year later, and promptly bombed. Years later it would emerge as a cult classic having been rediscovered on home video. It's easy to see why audiences didn't connect with the film upon release, you'll either love it or absolutely hate it. To say this film will divide audiences is an understatement. Based on Tracy Letts' play, "Bug" is a gripping psychological thriller that delves into the disturbing world of Agnes White (Ashley Judd) and Peter Evans (Michael Shannon). In a run-down motel in rural Oklahoma, their lives intertwine, leading to a descent into madness. As their isolation and shared traumas draw them closer, their belief in a government conspiracy and an infestation of invisible bugs takes over, blurring ...

"Wind Chill" (2007), directed by Gregory Jacobs, is a supernatural thriller that explores the horrors of isolation, guilt, and a chilling winter landscape. While the film has a promising premise and some genuinely suspenseful moments, it ultimately falls short of its potential, leaving audiences with a lukewarm sense of satisfaction. The film's central plot follows two college students, played by Emily Blunt and Ashton Holmes, who embark on a road trip home for the holidays. The duo takes a detour through a desolate and snow-covered landscape, only to find themselves stranded on a remote, icy road. As they wait for help, the characters soon realize that they are not alone and are plagued by sinister apparitions tied to a traumatic event from the past. One of the strengths of "Wind Chill" lies in its atmosphere. The stark, wintry setting creates an eerie and isolating backdrop for the story, effectively conveying the characters' sense of dread and vulnerability. The film's visual style and cinematography enhance the feeling of isolation and tension, making the audience feel the biti...

"Scrooged" is a contemporary reimagining of Charles Dickens' timeless novella "A Christmas Carol," directed by Richard Donner and starring Bill Murray in the lead role. While it may not be a cinematic masterpiece, "Scrooged" offers a fresh and satirical perspective on the age-old holiday story that, at the very least, provides some holiday cheer and laughs. The film's primary strength lies in Bill Murray's charismatic performance as Frank Cross, a cynical television executive who epitomizes the role of the modern-day Scrooge. Murray's witty and sarcastic humor shines through, making his portrayal of Frank both amusing and endearing. It's a testament to Murray's acting prowess that he manages to infuse a character who is initially entirely unlikable with a certain charm and relatability by the end of the film. The supporting cast, including Karen Allen, Bobcat Goldthwait, and Carol Kane, a...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

The terrifying talents of Newcastle’s Norman Carter ‘Tod’ Slaughter – the first true icon of British horror cinema – are showcased in this long-overdue box set. Featuring the eight films which ‘Europe’s Horror Man’ made in collaboration with British producer-director George King (Tomorrow We Live), this comprehensive collection also includes a number of rare shorts and newsreel items. Unlike his contemporaries, such as Boris Karloff and Charles Laughton, Tod Slaughter never left his native shores. Instead, he chose to make his mark in Britain by transferring his most sensational theatrical performances to the screen. Portraying every kind of cruel and cunning criminal – from petty thief to mass murderer – he became the first great villain of British horror, at a time before the Grand Guignol of Hammer Films began to take hold, without once donning monster make-up. Criminally overlooked by film historians, and only previously seen in compromised versions, these fascinating films have been newly restored using original film materials preserved at the BFI National Archive, and are accompanied by an array of essential contextualising extras, including archival short films and radio plays presented with optional soundtracks by Br...

Universal Noir #2 – the second in Indicator’s series of box sets focusing on the celebrated film noir output of Universal Pictures – collects six crime classics from Hollywood’s golden age. Starring the cream of US and British acting talent – including Deanna Durbin, Ralph Bellamy, Phyllis Calvert, Fred MacMurray, Ava Gardner, Ann Blyth, Jessica Tandy, Cedric Hardwicke, Fredric March, and Barbara Stanwyck – these dark and dangerous dramas feature witnesses to murder (Lady on a Train), family rifts (Time Out of Mind), amnesia and smuggling (Singapore), murderous infidelity (A Woman’s Vengeance), mercy killing (An Act of Murder), and gambling addiction (The Lady Gambles). This indispensable collection marks the UK Blu-ray premiere of all six films, and also features an array of fascinating contextualising extras, including newly recorded commentaries, critical appreciations, rare archival short films, and a 120-page book. Strictly limited to 6,000 individually numbered units....

Universal Noir #2 – the second in Indicator’s series of box sets focusing on the celebrated film noir output of Universal Pictures – collects six crime classics from Hollywood’s golden age. Starring the cream of US and British acting talent – including Deanna Durbin, Ralph Bellamy, Phyllis Calvert, Fred MacMurray, Ava Gardner, Ann Blyth, Jessica Tandy, Cedric Hardwicke, Fredric March, and Barbara Stanwyck – these dark and dangerous dramas feature witnesses to murder (Lady on a Train), family rifts (Time Out of Mind), amnesia and smuggling (Singapore), murderous infidelity (A Woman’s Vengeance), mercy killing (An Act of Murder), and gambling addiction (The Lady Gambles). This indispensable collection marks the UK Blu-ray premiere of all six films, and also features an array of fascinating contextualising extras, including newly recorded commentaries, critical appreciations, rare archival short films, and a 120-page book. Strictly limited to 6,000 individually numbered units....

Universal Noir #2 – the second in Indicator’s series of box sets focusing on the celebrated film noir output of Universal Pictures – collects six crime classics from Hollywood’s golden age. Starring the cream of US and British acting talent – including Deanna Durbin, Ralph Bellamy, Phyllis Calvert, Fred MacMurray, Ava Gardner, Ann Blyth, Jessica Tandy, Cedric Hardwicke, Fredric March, and Barbara Stanwyck – these dark and dangerous dramas feature witnesses to murder (Lady on a Train), family rifts (Time Out of Mind), amnesia and smuggling (Singapore), murderous infidelity (A Woman’s Vengeance), mercy killing (An Act of Murder), and gambling addiction (The Lady Gambles). This indispensable collection marks the UK Blu-ray premiere of all six films, and also features an array of fascinating contextualising extras, including newly recorded commentaries, critical appreciations, rare archival short films, and a 120-page book. Strictly limited to 6,000 individually numbered units....

Universal Noir #2 – the second in Indicator’s series of box sets focusing on the celebrated film noir output of Universal Pictures – collects six crime classics from Hollywood’s golden age. Starring the cream of US and British acting talent – including Deanna Durbin, Ralph Bellamy, Phyllis Calvert, Fred MacMurray, Ava Gardner, Ann Blyth, Jessica Tandy, Cedric Hardwicke, Fredric March, and Barbara Stanwyck – these dark and dangerous dramas feature witnesses to murder (Lady on a Train), family rifts (Time Out of Mind), amnesia and smuggling (Singapore), murderous infidelity (A Woman’s Vengeance), mercy killing (An Act of Murder), and gambling addiction (The Lady Gambles). This indispensable collection marks the UK Blu-ray premiere of all six films, and also features an array of fascinating contextualising extras, including newly recorded commentaries, critical appreciations, rare archival short films, and a 120-page book. Strictly limited to 6,000 individually numbered units....

This is the definitive set of interviews with the production team who brought Doctor Who to life and sent you “behind the sofa”! These six documentaries are the best in-depth interviews with Chris Clough (Director), Matthew Robinson (Director), Dominic Glynn (Composer), Wally K Daly (Writer), Philip Martin (Writer) and Glen McCoy (Writer) ever undertaken! Presented by Grant Foxon, Ian Kubiak and “voice of the Daleks” Nicholas Briggs. For all Doctor Who fans, this special collector’s edition is over 5 hours of pure nostalgia, which will give you a whole new insight into the making of your favourite science fiction series!...

FROM PAGE TO SCREEN, HIS STORIES BECAME CINEMATIC GOLD. STEPHEN KING an icon of horror and best selling author with a career spanning decades has found many of his books and short stories turned into feature films. In STEPHEN KING ON SCREEN meet the directors and creatives who brought unforgettable stories to the big screen from CARRIE to IT, Misery, Stand By Me, CUJO, Children of the Corn and more. Hollywood legends Frank Darabont, Mike Flanagan, Mick Garris, Josh Boone, Tom Holland, Vincent Natali and more discuss their role in bringing unparalleled stories to life....

Jean Rollin’s startling debut feature, 1968’s The Rape of the Vampire (Le Viol du vampire), introduces his unique take on vampirism, establishing the blend of surrealism, eroticism, and horror that would become his trademark. In the film's first part, four strange women living in a decrepit château – and all believing themselves to be ancient vampires – are visited by a psychoanalyst who attempts to rid them of their apparent delusion. In the second, the Queen of the Vampires presides over a diabolical clinic, unaware that the head doctor is plotting against her. With its surreal black-and-white images and riveting free-jazz score by François Tusques, The Rape of the Vampire was released in Paris to a scandalised response during the chaos of May ’68, heralding the arrival of a major new talent in the fantastique cinema. This new edition also includes Rollin’s 1965 short The Far Countries (Les Pays loin) restored in 4K....

Jean Rollin’s startling debut feature, 1968’s The Rape of the Vampire (Le Viol du vampire), introduces his unique take on vampirism, establishing the blend of surrealism, eroticism, and horror that would become his trademark. In the film's first part, four strange women living in a decrepit château – and all believing themselves to be ancient vampires – are visited by a psychoanalyst who attempts to rid them of their apparent delusion. In the second, the Queen of the Vampires presides over a diabolical clinic, unaware that the head doctor is plotting against her. With its surreal black-and-white images and riveting free-jazz score by François Tusques, The Rape of the Vampire was released in Paris to a scandalised response during the chaos of May ’68, heralding the arrival of a major new talent in the fantastique cinema. This new edition also includes Rollin’s 1965 short The Far Countries (Les Pays loin) restored in 4K....

One of Jean Rollin’s least-seen and most underrated works, The Night of the Hunted (La Nuit des traquées) finds the director moving away from his trademark tales of vampirism to explore a nightmarish, dystopian world. In the dead of night, Elisabeth is rescued from unknown pursuers by Robert and taken to safety. But, after she is kidnapped and taken to an austere clinic whose distressed and abused patients are suffering from progressive memory loss, Robert sets out to find her and discover what is taking place in the clinic. Shot at night on a shoestring budget, with a cast mostly drawn from France’s adult-film industry, The Night of the Hunted stars Rollin regulars Brigitte Lahaie (Fascination) and Natalie Perrey (Lips of Blood), and offers a stark and melancholic take on contemporary society....

One of Jean Rollin’s least-seen and most underrated works, The Night of the Hunted (La Nuit des traquées) finds the director moving away from his trademark tales of vampirism to explore a nightmarish, dystopian world. In the dead of night, Elisabeth is rescued from unknown pursuers by Robert and taken to safety. But, after she is kidnapped and taken to an austere clinic whose distressed and abused patients are suffering from progressive memory loss, Robert sets out to find her and discover what is taking place in the clinic. Shot at night on a shoestring budget, with a cast mostly drawn from France’s adult-film industry, The Night of the Hunted stars Rollin regulars Brigitte Lahaie (Fascination) and Natalie Perrey (Lips of Blood), and offers a stark and melancholic take on contemporary society....

One of Jean Rollin’s least-seen and most underrated works, The Night of the Hunted (La Nuit des traquées) finds the director moving away from his trademark tales of vampirism to explore a nightmarish, dystopian world. In the dead of night, Elisabeth is rescued from unknown pursuers by Robert and taken to safety. But, after she is kidnapped and taken to an austere clinic whose distressed and abused patients are suffering from progressive memory loss, Robert sets out to find her and discover what is taking place in the clinic. Shot at night on a shoestring budget, with a cast mostly drawn from France’s adult-film industry, The Night of the Hunted stars Rollin regulars Brigitte Lahaie (Fascination) and Natalie Perrey (Lips of Blood), and offers a stark and melancholic take on contemporary society....

From the mind of one of Italian genre cinema’s most outrageous and uncompromising filmmakers comes Black Magic Rites (Riti, magie nere e segrete orge nel Trecento ... aka The Reincarnation of Isabel), Renato Polselli’s (The Vampire and the Ballerina) delirious masterpiece of erotic horror. When beautiful Laureen throws a wild party at the castle which she has just inherited, she is blissfully unaware that its dark cellar harbours an occult sect that is hellbent on avenging the death of Isabel, who was burned at the stake 600 years earlier as a witch. The occultists’ satanic rituals call for the blood of virgins … could Laureen be next? Starring Mickey Hargitay (Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?) and Rita Calderoni (A Quiet Place in the Country), this bizarre, psychedelic fusion of eroticism and Italian Gothic horror is presented in an all-new 4K restoration from the original negative....

From the mind of one of Italian genre cinema’s most outrageous and uncompromising filmmakers comes Black Magic Rites (Riti, magie nere e segrete orge nel Trecento ... aka The Reincarnation of Isabel), Renato Polselli’s (The Vampire and the Ballerina) delirious masterpiece of erotic horror. When beautiful Laureen throws a wild party at the castle which she has just inherited, she is blissfully unaware that its dark cellar harbours an occult sect that is hellbent on avenging the death of Isabel, who was burned at the stake 600 years earlier as a witch. The occultists’ satanic rituals call for the blood of virgins … could Laureen be next? Starring Mickey Hargitay (Will Success Spoil Rock Hunter?) and Rita Calderoni (A Quiet Place in the Country), this bizarre, psychedelic fusion of eroticism and Italian Gothic horror is presented in an all-new 4K restoration from the original negative....

A MYTH BECOMES A KILLER REALITY. THE BLACK DEMON LIVES! Oilman Paul Sturges (Josh Lucas) takes his family out to a Mexican coastal town to visit his pride and joy. An oil rig. But when they arrive the once vibrant town is a shadow of its former self. Word of the town is that the drilling has awakened something, a legend, a myth, a megalodon: The Black Demon! Suspicious of the rumours, Paul takes his family to investigate the rig only to discover he has provided this giant shark with another meal to terrorise and devour....

Our most comprehensive deep dive disc ever! Packed with astounding extras created exclusively for Anti-Worlds. A visual feast but not for the faint of heart, Un Certain Regard contender MURDER ME, MONSTER (MUERE, MONSTRUO, MUERE) is an atmospheric and eerie, Argentinian fantasy-horror-thriller with cult appeal from writer/ director Alejandro Fadel (The Wild Ones). Starring newcomer Victor Lopez as a policeman investigating a series of gruesome murders after headless bodies start to appear in the region. The excellent Lopez stars alongside the equally talented Tania Casciani (Los Ojos Ilorosos), Esteban Bigliardi (La Flor) and Sofia Palomino (Emilia). When rural police officer Cruz (Victor Lopez) investigates the bizarre case of a headless woman found in a remote area by the Andes mountains, David (Esteban Bigliardi), the husband of his lover Francisca (Tania Casciani), becomes the prime suspect. David is sent to a local mental hospital after he blames the murder on the inexplicable appearance of a monster who he claims brutally beheads its victims after they plea “Murder Me, Monster”. As more bodies are found it becomes apparent that the culprit may still be at large and Cruz must work fast to determine who, or what, the rea...

Edward G. Robinson (The Whole Town’s Talking, Tight Spot) and John Lund (A Foreign Affair) lead the cast of this tense and disturbing thriller from director John Farrow (A Bullet is Waiting). When clairvoyant John (Robinson) tells wealthy heiress Jean (Gail Russell, The Uninvited) that she will die within a week, her lover, Elliot (John Lund), is sceptical, believing John to be a con artist who is only after money. But, as the foretold night arrives, Jean waits in fear for her life ... Based on a novel by Cornell Woolrich (Rear Window), Night Has a Thousand Eyes is a pioneering fusion of film noir and psychological horror....

Marlene Dietrich (Blonde Venus) took a break from her classic run of films with Josef von Sternberg to make The Song of Songs, an atmospheric romantic drama co-starring Brian Aherne (A Bullet Is Waiting) and Lionel Atwill (The Devil Is a Woman). Peasant girl Lily (Dietrich) moves to Berlin, where she falls in love with sculptor Richard (Aherne), for whom she poses. When Richard gets cold feet, Lily enters into an unhappy marriage with a wealthy Baron (Atwill), but longs to return to her true love. Ravishingly shot by director Rouben Mamoulian (Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde), and co-written by Samuel Hoffenstein (An American Tragedy), The Song of Songs is an exquisite and daring pre-Code melodrama....

A fantastical action spectacular directed by and starring action legend Donnie Yen. When a respected martial artist is accused of murder and subsequently exiled, he must search for answers about his own mysterious origin story and the unknown enemies working to destroy him. Sakra is led and directed by Donnie Yen (John Wick 4) in his first directorial project in nearly two decades, and also stars Yuqi Chen (Heavenly Sword and Dragon Slaying Sabre) and Eddie Cheung (Throw Down)....

The only colour film directed by the great Josef von Sternberg (Morocco), Jet Pilot brings together John Wayne (Hellfighters) and Janet Leigh (Psycho) in a Cold War blend of romance and thrills. When Soviet defector Anna (Leigh) lands her plane on Colonel Shannon’s (Wayne) base, the two soon fall in love and marry. However, after it comes to light that Anna is still spying for her homeland, the couple flee to Russia, putting Shannon in danger from the Soviet authorities. Soon, Anna must choose between her love for her husband and her love for her country. Written and produced by Jules Furthman (Blonde Venus), and famous for its extended period of post-production at the hands of studio boss Howard Hughes, Jet Pilot highlights the absurdity of the Cold War, and was hailed by critic Andrew Sarris as a precursor to Stanley Kubrick’s Dr. Strangelove....

Directed by Italian genre-film stalwart Enzo G Castellari (Inglorious Bastards), Cold Eyes of Fear (Gli occhi freddi della paura) is a tense and brutal thriller which features an all-star line-up, including Gianni Garko (If You Meet Sartana Pray for Your Death), Fernando Rey (The French Connection), Giovanna Ralli (What Have They Done to Your Daughters?), and Frank Wolff (Once Upon a Time in the West). When wealthy playboy Peter Flower picks up the beautiful Anna and takes her back to his uncle’s house, he and his guest find that their plans for the evening are cut short by the shocking discovery of a corpse and the surprise appearance of a pair of violent criminals. With its vibrant London locations and discordant jazz score – composed by the great Ennio Morricone and performed by the legendary free-improvisation collective, Gruppo di Improvvisazione Nuova Consonanza – this stylish home-invasion thriller is presented in an all-new 4K restoration from the original negative....