Ty Brueilly’s debut film, Shucks, is an ambitious and surreal experience that challenges conventional storytelling through its experimental approach. Originally released in 2017, this black-and-white silent short film has recently gained renewed attention, thanks to the growing popularity of its ever-expanding lore. With ten sequels already released and three more in various stages of production, the Shucks universe has clearly struck a chord with audiences.
Read MoreRaised by Ghosts (2025)
'90s period pieces, whether in comics or movies, are still fairly rare. Considering that my junior high, high school, and most of my college years were spent in that halcyon decade, I have an endless affinity for artwork that examines that era. So, when the fine folks at Fantagraphics gave me the opportunity to look at Briana Loewinsohn’s latest graphic novel before it hits the shelf at your LCS, I enthusiastically accepted.
Read MoreCarpathian Night starring Bela Lugosi (2024)
Carpathian Night is a delightful blend of retro platforming and modern sensibilities, delivering an experience that pays homage to classic Castlevania games while carving its own path. It captivated me from the start, and my only wish is that it had lasted a bit longer. This game brought me back to the joy of childhood gaming, sitting on the floor and exploring secrets with my Dad.
Read MoreEnter the Void (2009) #RetroReview
I may never watch Gaspar Noé's Irreversible again. Not because it’s a “bad” movie, but because it is so profoundly disturbing. It is easily among the most devastating films I've ever seen.
Read MoreThe Damned (2024)
Maritime folk stories and sea-fairing tales have long been a fascination of mine, especially adventure classics like Ernest Hemingway’s “The Old Man and the Sea,” or Jules Verne’s “Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.” But Robert Egger’s 2019 nautical nightmare “The Lighthouse” has seemed to bring horror back into the ocean's shores. Here we have “The Damned,” an Irish and Icelandic period film that drips with salty terror and dread onto a fishing outpost in Iceland in the 1800s.
Read MoreOddity (2024) #BluRay
Damian McCarthy’s Oddity is a haunting, tense experience that has garnered significant attention since its debut at South by Southwest. Described as “scary, mysterious, upsetting, and affecting,” the film has earned accolades for its ability to create an overwhelming sense of unease, an accomplishment that stands out even among 2024's strong lineup of indie horror films. This film initially flew under my radar until I came across a meme boldly proclaiming it the scariest film of the year.
Read MoreRuss Meyer’s Vixen Trilogy: Vixen, Supervixens, and Beneath the Valley of the Ultra-Vixens (2025) #BluRay
Severin Films has outdone itself by restoring and releasing Russ Meyer’s Vixen Trilogy—Vixen, Supervixens, and Beneath the Valley of the Ultravixens—in collaboration with The Russ Meyer Charitable Trust. These groundbreaking films have made their worldwide UHD/Blu-ray premieres, each painstakingly restored from original negatives by The Museum of Modern Art and Severin Films. Packed with nine hours of new and archival bonus materials, this collection dives into Meyer’s unique blend of sex, satire, and subversive storytelling, presenting them in the highest quality they’ve ever been seen.
Read MorePeter Pan's Neverland Nightmare (2025)
Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare is a bold and macabre reimagining of J.M. Barrie’s beloved tale, directed and written by Scott Jeffrey, who continues to redefine public domain stories in the horror genre. As the third installment in The Twisted Childhood Universe, the 2025 British independent film expands the series’ trademark style with a darkly creative and unsettling take on Peter Pan. With standout performances, commendable production values, and a uniquely twisted narrative, the film delivers a compelling experience for horror fans.
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