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Stuart Gordon’s cult classic horror-comedy Re-Animator is making a grand return in a dazzling 4K UHD restoration, just in time for its 40th anniversary. Announced by Ignite Films and Eagle Rock Pictures, the restoration—approved by producer Brian Yuzna—brings this boundary-pushing masterpiece back to screens with unparalleled clarity and gore. The restoration breathes new life into the 1985 film, based on H.P. Lovecraft’s Herbert West, Re-Animator. Starring Jeffrey Combs as the unhinged medical student Herbert West, Bruce Abbott as Dan Cain, and Barbara Crampton as Megan Halsey, the film’s gruesome humor and shocking visuals have kept it at the top of cult cinema lists for decades. Producer Brian Yuzna couldn’t be prouder of the restoration. “It’s like seeing it for the first time again,” he remarked. “Stuart Gordon would have been thrilled to know that Re-Animator is still connecting with audiences, and this restoration re-animates the movie in all its glorious madness.” Barbara Cramp...

Acclaimed director RaMell Ross, known for his Academy Award-nominated documentary Hale County This Morning, This Evening, makes a triumphant return to the big screen with his adaptation of Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, The Nickel Boys. The highly anticipated film, set for a limited theatrical release on December 13 before expanding in January, has already generated buzz for its powerful portrayal of injustice and resilience in the Jim Crow South. The film stars Ethan Herisse (When They See Us) as Elwood Curtis, a young Black man with dreams of higher education that are derailed by a cruel twist of fate. After a minor mistake leads to a harsh sentence at Nickel Academy—a reform school with a sinister undercurrent—Elwood forms a transformative bond with fellow ward Turner, played by Brandon Wilson (The Good Lord Bird). Their friendship becomes a beacon of hope and survival as they navigate the school’s unrelenting brutality. Ross co-wrote the screenplay with Joslyn...

In a dramatic twist that could shake Hollywood, high-profile attorney Larry Klayman has filed a lawsuit on behalf of author and screenwriter Darren Hunter, accusing Netflix and the creative team behind Don’t Look Up—including screenwriters Adam McKay and David Sirota—of copyright infringement. The complaint, Hunter v. Netflix, et al., filed in Florida’s 9th Judicial Circuit Court, alleges that the critically acclaimed Netflix hit unlawfully copied major elements from Hunter’s book The Million Day Forecast. The lawsuit paints a detailed picture of alleged duplicity, claiming that Don’t Look Up, which has reportedly grossed over $1 billion, borrowed plot points, themes, and character arcs from Hunter’s 2017 novel. Notably, both the book and the film involve a young female astrophysicist who faces governmental pressure to remain silent about an impending cosmic disaster. In both works, a polarized society grapples with a looming threat that serves as a metaphor for climate change and poll...

Dust off your syringes and prepare for a jolt of cinematic nostalgia—Re-Animator is coming back to life for its 40th anniversary! Fans of the cult classic won’t want to miss what Ignite Films and Eagle Rock Pictures have in store.  Ignite Films, the restoration powerhouse behind award-winning home video releases, has joined forces with Eagle Rock Pictures to create a label devoted to preserving cinematic history. Their mission? To breathe new life into timeless classics for collectors and a new generation of fans. With Re-Animator turning 40, expectations are high for what this dream team will deliver to honor the film that redefined horror comedy in 1985. Ignite’s pedigree in restoration is pretty damn solid. Their recent 4K UHD release of Invaders from Mars (1953) took home a Saturn Award and earned accolades from prestigious industry bodies like the Il Cinema Ritrovato DVD Awards and the Hollywood Professional Association. If their meticulous work on this sci-fi classic is any i...

The sprawling, unpredictable worlds of George R.R. Martin are taking center stage once again, but this time, it’s not about the battle for the Iron Throne. Instead, the spotlight shifts to the dark and treacherous Lost Lands in an upcoming fantasy epic directed by Paul W.S. Anderson. Based on Martin’s short story, In the Lost Lands promises an enthralling blend of magic, danger, and morally complex characters, brought to life by an all-star cast featuring Mila Jovovich and Dave Bautista. At the heart of In the Lost Lands is a queen’s desperate gamble. Hoping to fulfill her deepest desires, she commissions the enigmatic and feared sorceress Gray Alys (Mila Jovovich) to venture into the titular Lost Lands, a ghostly and perilous wilderness. Her mission? To retrieve a magical power that holds the promise of granting wishes—but at an unknown cost. Gray Alys is joined by Boyce (Dave Bautista), a roguish drifter who serves as her guide through this treacherous landscape. Together, they face ...

January 3, 2025, will bring a chilling new entry into the psychological horror canon with the theatrical release of The Damned. Helmed by Icelandic director Thordur Palsson (The Valhalla Murders), the film is set to deliver an icy dose of tension and terror rooted in moral dilemmas and haunting isolation. The official synopsis sets the stage: The Damned unfolds in a 19th-century coastal fishing village battered by an unforgiving winter. Odessa Young (Shirley) stars as Eva, a widow grappling with a gut-wrenching decision after a shipwreck leaves a crew stranded near her struggling community. With scarce resources and survival on the line, the villagers must confront their humanity—or lack thereof. Guilt and fear begin to fester, giving way to an ever-deepening paranoia and the eerie sense that something otherworldly is exacting retribution for their choices. The ensemble cast is brimming with talent. Odessa Young leads opposite Joe Cole (Gangs of London), with Siobhan Finneran (Downton ...

  Today, we’re taking a close look at a true cult adaptation by one of indie cinema’s most fearless filmmakers. That’s right--we’re diving into Alan Rudolph’s take on Breakfast of Champions. For those who don’t know, Breakfast of Champions is one of Kurt Vonnegut’s most satirical and surreal novels, a whirlwind exploration of American culture, consumerism, and the absurdity of modern life. The novel has long been considered “unfilmable,” with its meta-narratives, wild characters, and existential commentary. But in 1999, Alan Rudolph took on the challenge, casting Bruce Willis as the unraveling car dealer Dwayne Hoover in a film adaptation that swings for the fences, capturing the novel's surreal humor and chaotic energy. So, how did Rudolph tackle the impossible? What did he capture from Vonnegut’s world, and where did he veer off in his own direction? And, perhaps most importantly, how did audiences and critics react to this strange, audacious take on an American classic? Today, w...

  Welcome to The Following Films Podcast, in this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome two creative minds who have brought a truly unique film to life. Joining us are director Mark H. Rapaport and co-writer/star Kimball Farley to talk about their darkly comedic, emotionally charged coming-of-age film, HIPPO. In HIPPO, we meet two step-siblings: Hippo, a video-game-obsessed teenager, and Buttercup, a Hungarian Catholic immigrant with a passion for classical music and an unshakable faith in Jesus. A hormone-fueled, tragic/comedic exploration of love, chaos, and sibling rivalry ensues—think Ancient Greek mythology meets modern suburban life. HIPPO challenges expectations and pushes boundaries. In today’s conversation, we’ll discuss the film’s blend of humor and heart, the process of bringing such a unique story to the screen, and the weirdness that exists in all of our homes. HIPPO is an unforgettable experience and you can catch it in theatres today. I hope you enjoy my conversation wi...

  The Dink, a new sports comedy from Red Hour Films and Rivulet Films, has begun principal photography in Los Angeles, uniting a powerhouse cast featuring SNL’s Chloe Fineman, comedian Patton Oswalt, Australian breakout Aaron Chen, Cobra Kai’s Martin Kove, Rick and Morty’s Chris Parnell, Dodgeball’s Christine Taylor, and tennis legend John McEnroe. The film, directed by Josh Greenbaum (Spaceballs sequel, Will & Harper), takes a humorous swing at the rising sport of pickleball, with an original screenplay by Workaholics writer Sean Clements. Following a wave of high-profile casting, including Jake Johnson, Mary Steenburgen, Ed Harris, Ben Stiller, and Andy Roddick announced just last month, The Dink follows a has-been tennis pro desperate to regain his father’s approval and save a struggling club. The catch? He has to face his ultimate challenge: playing pickleball, the sport he swore he’d never touch. Stiller, in addition to co-producing the film under his Red Hour banner with ...

Principal photography is underway for the reboot of the 1993 action classic Cliffhanger, with the first official look dropping from the set in Austria’s East Tyrol region of the Lienz Dolomites. Produced by Rocket Science in collaboration with Thank You Pictures and Supernix, this updated rendition of the high-octane thriller stars Lily James (Pam & Tommy, The Iron Claw) and Pierce Brosnan (GoldenEye, The Thomas Crown Affair), with Non-Stop director Jaume Collet-Serra at the helm. The reimagined Cliffhanger breathes fresh life into the story with Brosnan stepping into the role of seasoned mountaineer Ray Cooper. Cooper and his daughter Sydney run a mountain chalet in the rugged Dolomites, where a tranquil weekend getaway takes a violent turn when they’re targeted by a gang of ruthless kidnappers. Lily James stars as Ray’s older daughter Naomi, who must face her own harrowing memories of a past climbing accident to survive and rescue her family. The plot, based on a story by A Girl ...

We have all seen tales of family dysfunction and adolescent angst, HIPPO bursts onto the scene with a surrealist, tragicomic energy all its own. Written and directed by Mark H. Rapaport, an exciting new voice in indie filmmaking, the film presents (according to early reactions) an absurd yet deeply emotional portrait of two mismatched step-siblings navigating the hormonal rollercoaster of adolescence against the backdrop of their increasingly strange, shared world. In an era where teenage angst has been mined endlessly for familiar narratives, HIPPO appears to offer something refreshingly different, a blend of absurdity and heart that could make for unforgettable experience. If the film's wild premise is any indication, HIPPO is sure to spark plenty of conversation—and perhaps a few nightmares—among those brave enough to venture into its chaotic world. HIPPO will be in select theaters on November 12th  Check out the trailer below

Torfoot Entertainment Group (TEG), a fast-rising player in the film, television, and digital content landscape, has officially unveiled its ambitious upcoming slate, headlined by the monster movie The Yeti. The newly-announced project marks a significant foray into the realm of creature features, putting TEG in direct competition with major Hollywood studios known for giant monster franchises like Godzilla and Kong. Founded by Canadian filmmaker Johnathan Brownlee, known for Three Days in August, Puppetmaster, and The Standoff at Sparrow Creek, along with Emmy Award-winning producer and casting director Ross Meyerson (Damages, Nurse Jackie, Dexter: Resurrection), TEG’s footprint spans major production hubs like Los Angeles, New York City, Dallas, and Toronto. The company is now stepping into the spotlight with its bold, diverse slate, spearheaded by The Yeti, which promises to breathe new life into the classic monster movie genre. The Yeti, starring Jim Cummings (Thunder Road, Last Sto...

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...

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...

  Magnus von Horn's The Girl with the Needle is set to hit U.S. theaters on December 6th, 2024, positioning itself as a strong contender for awards season. The Danish film, which is the country’s official submission for Best International Feature at the 97th Academy Awards, has already garnered significant attention following its premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, where it earned rave reviews for its bold storytelling and unsettling subject matter. The film, which also had high-profile screenings at the Toronto and Chicago International Film Festivals, is a striking period drama set in post-World War I Copenhagen. It stars Vic Carmen Sonne (Godland, Holiday) as Karoline, a young factory worker who faces dire circumstances when she finds herself pregnant, abandoned, and out of work. Desperate and vulnerable, Karoline turns to Dagmar, played by the venerable Trine Dyrholm (Queen of Hearts), a charismatic woman who runs an underground adoption agency. But as Karoline becomes m...

Kate Winslet is set to bring to life one of the most compelling figures of the 20th century in Lee, the feature directorial debut of award-winning cinematographer Ellen Kuras. The film, a passion project for Winslet, who also serves as a producer, delves into a critical decade in the life of American war correspondent and trailblazing photographer Lee Miller, whose work continues to resonate in the worlds of art and journalism. Miller, known for her relentless pursuit of truth, captured some of the most indelible images from World War II, many of which remain iconic to this day. Among them is the defiant photograph of Miller herself in Adolf Hitler's private bathtub—a moment that both symbolized the downfall of tyranny and highlighted the audacity of a woman who broke through societal barriers. But beyond the famous images, Lee promises to paint a more intimate portrait of Miller, showcasing her fierce determination, her empathy for war victims, and the personal demons she was forc...

If you’re a fan of edge-of-your-seat thrillers, mark your calendars! KILL, a gripping Scottish film that has already captured audiences at the 2023 Edinburgh Film Festival, will be available on digital platforms starting September 30th. This film promises to deliver a unique blend of suspense, family drama, and psychological tension—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Scottish wilderness. Kill boasts an impressive nearly all-Scottish cast, featuring talents like Daniel Portman (Game of Thrones), Brian Vernel (Star Wars: The Force Awakens, Dunkirk), Paul Higgins (The Thick of It, Line of Duty), Calum Ross (Wednesday), and James Harkness (Darkest Hour, Rogue One). Each actor brings their A-game, adding layers of complexity to a story that is as much about familial bonds as it is about survival. At the heart of KILL lies a harrowing tale of three brothers grappling with their dark past. While stalking deer in the remote Scottish wilderness, they hatch a plan to end the life o...

  Robert Eggers has a knack for weaving the eerie and the exquisite, and his latest project, Nosferatu , promises to be no exception. With a star-studded cast and a hauntingly intriguing premise, this film could be a noteworthy addition to the gothic horror genre. Eggers, known for his meticulous attention to detail and atmospheric storytelling in films like "The Witch" and The Lighthouse, takes on the iconic tale of  Nosferatu.   The film boasts an impressive cast featuring Bill Skarsgård, Nicholas Hoult, Lily-Rose Depp, Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Emma Corrin, Ralph Ineson, Simon McBurney, and the inimitable Willem Dafoe.  Skarsgård, fresh off his success as Pennywise, takes on the role of the vampire, while Depp portrays the young woman whose life becomes entangled in this sinister affair. At their core, all tellings of  Nosferatu  delve into themes of obsession and the darker sides of desire. I anticipate, the film will explore how these elements can lead to ...

Director : Calvin Morie McCarthy  Writer: Calvin Morie McCarthy  Cast: Elissa Dowling, Neil Green, BJ Mezek After finding his daughter dead, David Bryson attends a self-help group to cope with his nightmares. But when a group of mysterious women offer to resurrect his daughter, David's own fate and that of his daughter's soul hangs in the balance. CONJURING THE CULT hits VOD on October 1st