SCREAM 7 - The delayed sequel arrives onscreen after losing its two main stars from the previous two films, hoping Neve Campbell’s return will appease longtime fans. Iain MacLeod reviews this uninspired and pedestrian entry in a long running franchise that splutters onto the screen with none of the verve or wit that made the first film so entertaining and fun.

GOOD LUCK, HAVE FUN, DON’T DIE - Stop looking at your phones! Gore Verbinski returns to directing duties with Sam Rockwell travelling back in time to stop a lethal AI from taking over the world with the help of a mismatched group of diners. Iain MacLeod reviews a film packed full of familiar tropes and beats but still finds much to be amused by.

WHISTLE - An Aztec death whistle causes all sorts of problems for Dafne Keen and her high school friends in Corin Hardy’s latest film. Iain MacLeod reviews this pleasing horror, with its familiar elements executed in fun and stylish fashion.

SEND HELP - After 17 years, Sam Raimi returns to horror with SEND HELP. Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien play the put-upon worker and alpha-bro boss stranded on a deserted island, finding themselves stuck in a bloody, gory battle for survival. Iain MacLeod reviews this gleefully cruel return to form from one of the genre’s most recognisable directors.

IRON LUNG - Another week, another video game adaptation, this time with the added bonus of being directed by and starring a YouTube personality. IRON LUNG however bucks the trend with its oppressive location and hints of cosmic horror that leaves reviewer Iain MacLeod impressed by Mark Fischbach’s debut.

A friendly chimpanzee runs riot with rabies in Johannes Roberts creature feature throwback. Iain MacLeod reviews this gleefully gory horror that makes the most of its simple premise in fun, face ripping style.

Christophe Gans returns to the much loved horror video game franchise with this adaptation of the second game in the series. Iain MacLeod reviews and struggles to engage with a film that amounts to little more than a replication of the feeling you have watching someone else play a game while you wait for your own turn.

One more trip to the ravaged lands of Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s infected UK, courtesy this time of new director Nia Dacosta. Iain MacLeod reviews the massively entertaining entry that brings Ralph Fiennes’ kindly Dr Kelson and Jack O’Connell’s evil Sir Jimmy Crystal face to face in a film which while only being released in the second week of January could end up being one of the best of the year.

SILENT NIGHT, DEADLY NIGHT - You better watch out, here’s another remake of the Xmas stalk n’ slash “classic.” Iain MacLeod reviews the latest iteration that tries to do something new with the murderous Santa premise but fails to deliver in this underwhelming and muddled remake.

Aatami and his canine sidekick are back in this gleefully gory sequel that amps up the outrageous and cartoonish action and violence in fun style. Iain MacLeod reviews a sequel that throws in enough wrinkles, such as Stephen Lang’s sadistic villain, that it remains fresh enough while still retaining the elements that made the first film so memorable.

KEEPER - Osgood Perkins returns to dramatic horror with this mysterious tale of a couple taking a vacation out to a remote cabin. Iain MacLeod reviews this tale of paranoia, madness and a whole lot more with its slow burn storytelling and creepy and often surreal imagery.

Edgar Wright’s adaptation of Stephen King’s prescient novel struggles to match the tone not only of its source material but also finds itself lacking in comparison to Schwarzenegger’s daft 80’s actioner. Iain MacLeod reviews this missed opportunity that is also Wright’s least satisfying film to date.

Everyone’s favourite breed of alien hunter returns in a story which twists the formula, with a cast out Yautja battling for his honour on the deadliest planet in the galaxy, with a severely damaged, yet very cheerful Weyland Yutani synth providing help. Iain MacLeod reviews Dan Trachtenberg’s eagerly awaited new entry in the PREDATOR saga.

Yorgos Lanthimos and Emma Stone re-unite for BUGONIA, a remake of the South Korean black-comedy SAVE THE GREEN PLANET. Jesse Plemons plays an unhinged beekeeper who kidnaps a high flying CEO, convinced she is an alien destroying the planet. Iain MacLeod reviews and finds himself underwhelmed by the laidback direction that fails to compare to the original

Finally, someone decided to adapt Frankenstein into a film! Guillermo Del Toro’s long in the works passion project arrives briefly on cinema screens before it shuffles onto Netflix. Iain MacLeod reviews the lavish spectacle that aims to be the definitive adaptation of Mary Shelley’s immortal classic but somehow comes up short.

The Black Phone rings once more as The Grabber returns to wreak vengeance on teenagers Finney and Gwen as they investigate a series of disturbing murders from the past. Iain MacLeod reviews the sequel that delves fully into the supernatural and proves to be more satisfying than its predecessor.

One of the most buzzed about horror films of the year, GOOD BOY takes a look at a supernatural siege through the eyes of Indy, a faithful dog fearing for his owner's life. Iain MacLeod reviews this inventive, smart and totally original film that will have you scanning your pets behaviour for years to come.

A young quarterback’s dream opportunity to train with his idol takes a nightmarish turn into the dark side of fame. Iain MacLeod reviews this muddled and clumsy misstep from producer Jordan Peele..

The most stretched out and unwanted remake continues, with this wheel spinning middle installment. Iain MacLeod reviews a film that barely advances its story and simultaneously over-explains absolutely everything to deadening, mystifying effect.

THE LONG WALK - After years in development hell, Stephen King’s grim and influential classic novel finally strolls onscreen from director Francis Lawrence and an excellent cast.. Iain MacLeod goes the distance with an adaptation that refuses to tone the hard edges of the story down, resulting in one of the best films of the year.