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HIM

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..

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THE STRANGERS: CHAPTER 2

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.

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CREEPSHOW 2

Arrow Video re-release the sequel to George Romero’s much loved anthology on a remastered 4K disc. Chris Ward reviews the polished up tribute to 50’s horror comics of this once maligned, now cult 80’s favourite.

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IN VITRO

In a climate ravaged future, a husband and wife conducting genetic experiments on their farm soon sense someone, or something, may be trying to get to them. Iain MacLeod reviews this low-key, low-budget sci-fi that is big on ideas with a dark secret at its heart.

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THE PUSHER TRILOGY

THE PUSHER TRILOGY - Nicolas Winding Refn’s hard hitting trilogy examining the Danish underworld finally gains an upgraded home release from Second Sight Films. Iain MacLeod reviews this set of films that are every bit as gripping and darkly entertaining as they were over two decades ago in one of the year's most essential 4K releases.

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THE LONG WALK

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.


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THE CONJURING: LAST RITES

THE CONJURING: LAST RITES - The adventures of paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren come to a close in underwhelming style. Iain MacLeod reviews this overlong entry that used up all its scares a long time ago and features next to no actual conjuring like the rest of these films.




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SOMNIUM

SOMNIUM - Dreams can come true, but so can nightmares in Racheal Cain’s directorial debut SOMNIUM. Chris Ward reviews the sci-fi/horror that sees Chloë Levine explore an all too familiar otherworldly landscape that sticks its fantastical in the background in favour of something more conventional.


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ROW

ROW - A small boat covered in bloodstains with a sole survivor washing ashore in the North of Scotland provides the mystery at the heart of ROW. Iain MacLeod reviews the psychological thriller from debut director Matthew Losasso.


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THE TOXIC AVENGER - UNCUT

THE TOXIC AVENGER - UNCUT - An alternative review to last week's FrightFest premiere, Bev Tew takes a look at the long awaited remake of the Troma classic which sees Peter Dinklage taking on the titular role in this gory, slapstick update.

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EDDINGTON

EDDINGTON - Ari Aster’s dark satire of the pandemic and its effect on a clueless anti-mask small town sheriff played by Joaquin Phoenix veers off in several thrilling and unexpected directions. Iain MacLeod reviews one of the most divisive  and wickedly entertaining films of the year.

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THE INNKEEPERS

THE INNKEEPERS - Ti West’s scary and sad ghost story receives the deluxe Second Sight treatment with its new limited edition 4K release. Steven West checks in to see if the film has stood the test of time and dives into the copious amount of extras.

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TROUBLE EVERY DAY

TROUBLE EVERY DAY - Clare Denis’ French arthouse cinema take on vampires and cannibals lands on limited edition 4K and Blu-ray, courtesy of Eureka Entertainment. Iain MacLeod reviews this forerunner of the New French Extremity movement to see if it still has the power to disturb and provoke.

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TOGETHER

TOGETHER - Alison Brie and Dave Franco literally experience what happens when you can’t tear yourself away from your better half. Iain MacLeod reviews the body horror hit that has just as much to say about dysfunctional relationships as it does about bodily parts fusing together. Warning - also contains Spice Girls songs on the soundtrack.

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NOBODY 2

NOBODY 2 - Bob Odenkirk returns as Hutch Mansell, the unassuming one man hit squad, looking to spend some quality vacation time with his put upon family. But Sharon Stone’s bloodthirsty crime boss has other ideas. Iain MacLeod reviews this eagerly awaited sequel but finds himself far less impressed this time around.

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WEAPONS

Zach Cregger’s eagerly anticipated follow up to BARBARIAN finally arrives in cinemas. Does the story of a missing class of school children running off into the night justify the hype? Iain MacLeod  examines the various mysteries of this summer's latest horror hit in his spoiler-free review.

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WHEN EVIL LURKS (CUANDO ACECHA LA MALDAD)

WHEN EVIL LURKS - Demián Rugna’s possession shocker makes a more than welcome debut on 4K and Blu-ray in this stacked special edition from Second Sight. Iain MacLeod reviews the Argentinian instant classic that tears up the rule book in ferocious and disturbing fashion.













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BRING HER BACK

BRING HER BACK - The Philippou brothers return with a chilling dive into grief and possession. Bev Tew reviews this raw and emotional descent into trauma, and the haunting cost of holding on too tight.














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