FOLLOWING FILMS

In the crowded market of genre film restoration, Arrow Films has once again solidified its place as a go-to distributor for collectors with its latest release, J-Horror Rising. This limited edition Blu-ray set is an impressive collection, offering a deep dive into the eerie, unsettling world of Japanese horror that captivated audiences at the turn of the millennium. Fans of the genre, from casual horror enthusiasts to ardent collectors, will find this release a treasure trove of remastered classics and rare extras. The set encompasses seven films that epitomize the hallmarks of "J-Horror": ghostly apparitions, psychic phenomena, folklore steeped in ancient evil, and an overarching dread of technology's encroachment on modern life. Titles like Shikoku, Isola: Multiple Personality Girl, and Noroi: The Curse sit at the core of this collection, each representing a facet of Japan's rich horror tradition. Whether it's the pastoral spookiness of Shikoku, where childhood

Based on Peter Brown’s beloved, #1 New York Times bestseller, The Wild Robot tells the poignant story of Roz, a robot voiced by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong’o ( Us , Black Panther ), who is shipwrecked on a desolate island. As Roz learns to navigate the unfamiliar wilderness, she forms surprising bonds with the local wildlife, including a wily fox (Pedro Pascal, The Last of Us ) and an orphaned gosling named Brightbill (Kit Connor, Heartstopper ). The film expertly blends high-octane adventure with themes of self-discovery, exploring the intricate balance between technology and nature. Helmed by acclaimed director Chris Sanders ( Lilo & Stitch , The Croods ), a three-time Academy Award nominee, the movie is brought to life by a powerhouse voice cast. Alongside Nyong’o, Pascal, and Connor, audiences will be treated to performances from Catherine O’Hara ( Schitt’s Creek ), Bill Nighy ( Love Actually ), Stephanie Hsu ( Everything Everywhere All at Once ), Mark Hamill ( Star Wars

  Welcome to THE FOLLOWING FILMS PODCAST, a weekly interview show where we dive into the minds behind the genre's most chilling and innovative films. Today, we're thrilled to have not one, but two special guests with us. We’re joined by the visionary director Jill Gevargizian and the legendary actor Michael C. Williams. Jill is fresh off the success of her award-winning film The Stylist, and now she’s back with her latest horror masterpiece, Ghost Game. Michael, who you’ll remember from his iconic role in The Blair Witch Project, stars in Ghost Game, which follows a couple whose internet challenge turns into a terrifying ordeal when they trespass into a haunted house. With Ghost Game set for a limited theatrical release on October 18 and VOD on October 22, we're excited to talk about everything from its Panic Fest premiere to Jill's unique vision that combines home invasion and haunted house horror. We’ll also hear from Michael about his experience stepping into this in

HBO's Veep stands as one of the defining political comedies of the modern era, deftly blending razor-sharp wit, cringe-inducing blunders, and a searing critique of Washington, D.C. Created by Armando Iannucci, Veep is a fast-paced, foul-mouthed satire that captures the relentless ambition and moral bankruptcy of modern politics. At the center of this chaotic storm is Julia Louis-Dreyfus, whose tour-de-force performance as Selina Meyer solidified her status as one of television’s greatest comedic talents. Across seven seasons, Veep not only remained consistently funny but evolved into a biting commentary on the absurdities of power, ambition, and ego. Season 1: The Vice Presidency Blues Veep wastes no time establishing its chaotic tone in Season 1, which introduces us to Selina Meyer (Louis-Dreyfus), the Vice President of the United States—a position that is, as she quickly discovers, largely ceremonial and without influence. Selina is surrounded by a motley crew of incompetent yet

Ben Kitnick's Let’s Start a Cult promises to be a quirky and darkly hilarious comedy throwback, featuring a blend of fresh faces and well-established names from the world of stand-up, TV, and film. Leading the charge is stand-up comedian Stavros Halkias, whose Netflix special Fat Rascal has positioned him as a rising force in the comedy scene. This irreverent new feature pairs Halkias with a host of talent in a film that dives headfirst into cult humor, existential road trips, and dysfunctional outcasts. The plot of Let’s Start a Cult centers around a loser who, after missing his cult’s much-anticipated ritual suicide, embarks on a bizarre cross-country adventure. He’s accompanied by his ex-messiah—equally hapless and disillusioned—on a quest to rebuild their doomsday commune. Together, they recruit a band of colorful misfits: a military wannabe, a mentally unstable mom, and a foreign hitchhiker with secrets of his own. What begins as a dark mission to reignite their former cult de

The much-anticipated four-part docuseries Breath of Fire is set to debut on Wednesday, October 23 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT, delivering a deep dive into the rise of Guru Jagat and the controversial underbelly of the Kundalini yoga movement. Directed by Hayley Pappas and Smiley Stevens, the series promises to unearth the mystique behind modern wellness culture, featuring the secret history of Kundalini yoga, its rise in the 1960s, and its more complex, often controversial, cultural ramifications in today’s wellness circles. Premiering weekly, Breath of Fire tackles head-on the evolution of Katie Griggs, a millennial YouTuber who skyrocketed to fame under the persona of Guru Jagat, founding the RA MA Institute in Los Angeles. Known for her signature white turban and her bold rebranding of Kundalini practices, Guru Jagat became an influential figure, bridging astrology, yoga, and celebrity culture. The docuseries explores the layers behind this enigmatic figure while tackling themes such as cult