REVIEWS
Cinema, Blu-ray/4K, Streaming and VOD Releases - Reviewed By Fans For Fans
CASTLE FREAK
CASTLE FREAK - Stuart Gordon’s lean mean slice of 90’s gothic is re-released in a special edition courtesy of 101 Films Black Label. Iain MacLeod reviews what could be the most lurid of the much missed directors collaborations with Barbara Crampton and Jeffrey Combs.
TERROR IN THE FOG: THE WALLACE KRIMI AT CCC
TERROR IN THE FOG: THE WALLACE KRIMI AT CCC - Eureka Entertainment unleash another boxset of retro German cinema with this set of Edgar Wallace mysteries, which with their own sense of style and shocking violence, paved the way for giallo and slasher cinema. Iain MacLeod reviews this excellent intro to a near forgotten genre.
THE CREEP TAPES: SEASON ONE
THE CREEP TAPES: SEASON ONE - Mark Duplass returns as Peachfuzz, the over-friendly murderer who likes nothing more than filming and making his victims as awkward as possible his victims before dispatching them. Chris Ward reviews the Blu-ray of the recent SHUDDER series to see if it captures the strengths of the film in episodic format.
THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL
THE HOUSE OF THE DEVIL - The film that put Ti West on the map is now released in a snazzy limited edition Blu-ray set. Steven West reviews the slow-burn retro shocker released next week from Second Sight Films.
THE COFFEE TABLE
THE COFFEE TABLE - With a reputation as one of the darkest horror films in many a year, director Caye Casas tragic tale of the worst furniture choice ever made finally receives a UK home release. Iain MacLeod reviews yet another stacked release from Second Sight Films
CREEPOZOIDS
CREEPOZOIDS - Yet another VHS store perennial is released and upgraded on Blu-Ray, courtesy of 101 Films. Chris Ward reviews the low budget Alien knock off that makes up for its budgetary limitations with impressive creature FX and dollops of gore.
SHRUNKEN HEADS
SHRUNKEN HEADS - The early 90’s DTV oddity is brought into the digital age courtesy of a Blu-ray upgrade from 101 Films. Chris Ward reviews the low budget comedy horror favourite.
MABUSE LIVES!
MABUSE LIVES! - Fritz Lang’s immortal supervillain makes a welcome return to home video in his return to 1960’s Germany over six increasingly outlandish yet entertaining films. Iain MacLeod reviews this handsomely presented limited edition from Eureka Entertainment.
DOCTOR VAMPIRE
DOCTOR VAMPIRE - the latest in Eureka Entertainment’s long line of Hong Kong classics is given their usual pristine treatment. Chris Ward takes a look at this chaotic mix-up of vampires, English pubs, wuxia and heroic Taoist monks.
DARYL DIXON: THE BOOK OF CAROL
The Dead keep on Walking as the second season of Daryl Dixon’s spin-off series welcomes fan favourite character Carol on board.
THE STONE TAPE
Nigel Kneale’s classic BBC play arrives on Blu-ray courtesy of 101 Films in a collectors edition that beautifully preserves his mix of science-fiction and the supernatural.
THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT
She’s back! Second Sight release the found footage classic that is The Blair Witch Project in a lavish, remastered special edition that presents the film in the way it was always intended to be seen.
INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE: SEASON 1 AND 2
INTERVIEW WITH THE VAMPIRE finds a new life on television and richly captures the brilliance of Anne Rice’s world by further exploring and delving into its many nuances.
THE WALKING DEAD: DEAD CITY
The never-ending franchise lurches along with yet another spin-off, this time following redeemed villain Negan and sworn enemy Maggie as they venture into a New York overrun with the undead.
THE WALKING DEAD: DARYL DIXON
The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon spin-off follows Daryl's journey to France, where he reluctantly helps a group of nuns deliver a boy believed to be the new Messiah, featuring stunning French locations, dark yet humorous moments, and standout performances, particularly from Norman Reedus, with bonus content including cast diaries and a behind-the-scenes documentary discussing the challenges of filming and the ambitious use of French vistas.
THE BORDERLANDS
Released quietly in a thimbleful of cinema screens ten years ago, Elliot Goldner’s first, and so far, only, film was quickly released on a bare bones DVD, seemingly destined for an afterlife of quiet obscurity. However, a handful of decent reviews, including one from Mark Kermode who in his review claimed he nearly had to leave the screening room towards the end through fear, have helped the film garner a small cult following that have amassed around its haunting story. Fair play to then to Second Sight Films who have released the film in a new substantial package, finally giving the film its proper due.