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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.











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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.


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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.

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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.




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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




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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.





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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.






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BLACK CAB

BLACK CAB - Nick Frost takes a turn for the sinister as an unhinged cabbie unwilling to let his fare go as he takes a terrified Synnøve Karlsen and Luke Norris on an increasingly sinister ride. Steven West reviews the Blu-ray release of this Shudder original film.






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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.





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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.


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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.


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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.

 

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