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Movie Review: The Million Eyes of Sumuru (1967) – Blue Underground 4K/Blu-ray Combo

Sumuru (Goldfinger‘s Shirley Eaton) is one deadly woman, she’s also a near-comic book styled super-villain hell bent on replacing the powerful male leaders of the world of the Swinging Sixties with her cadre of her murderous all-girl army, members of whom kill men with their thighs for kicks! One such attempt of Sumuru’s evil plan leads to a threat being made on the life of the leader of Sinonesia, President Boong (played by noted lunatic Klaus Fuckin’ Kinski) which results in horny C.I.A. operatives Nick West (George Nader) and Tommy Carter (Frankie Avalon sans beach, blanket, and bingo) being called in to investigate by by the head of British Intelligence, Sir Anthony Baisbrook (Wilfrid Hyde-White, whom you may remember from the original Battlestar Galactica, or that Star Trek-ass second season of Buck Rogers). Our (occasionally) hammered heroes are hot on the case and travel from Europe to Hong Kong where they are soon up to their asses in the machinations

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DanXIII
Sep 28, 2024

Unearthed Films Unleashing Brutal True Crime Horror ‘Village of Doom’

Unearthed Films is gearing up to unleash cult director Noboru Tanaka’s 1983 film Village of Doom, which explores the Tsuyama Massacre. This true crime story delves into the horrific events that unfolded in the rural village of Kamo, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, in 1938. It is a horrific true story of war, death, and brutality. Driven by a sense of isolation and despair, Mutsuo Toi, a 21-year-old man with tuberculosis, embarked on a brutal killing spree that claimed the lives of 30 people, including his own grandmother. Armed with a shotgun, Japanese sword, and an axe, Toi’s rampage remains the deadliest mass murder in Japanese history. Unearthed Films’ Blu-Ray release of Village of Doom is highly anticipated for its superior picture and sound quality. The film has been digitally restored to ensure a more immersive viewing experience. Additionally, the Blu-Ray includes exciting bonus features: Blu-ray Bonus Features: Audio commentary by Asian film experts Arne Venema and Mike Leeder Dark Asia with

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 26, 2024

Nightmare Inducing K-Horror ‘Sleep’ Premieres this Week

This Friday, the chilling new K-horror movie Sleep from writer Jason Yu is poised to disrupt your slumber and may leave you plagued by unsettling, terror-filled dreams when it opens in theaters and arrives on Digital. The movie centers on a newly married couple, Hyun-su (Lee Sun-kyun) and Soo-jin (Jung Yu-mi). Their seemingly idyllic life takes a terrifying turn when Hyun-su begins exhibiting disturbing sleepwalking behavior, known as parasomnia. As Hyun-su mutters cryptic phrases and acts strangely in his sleep, Soo-jin grapples with mounting fear. She has the unsettling suspicion that a sinister force may be at play. With their young family at stake, the couple desperately seeks answers and a way to stop Hyun-su’s increasingly erratic sleepwalking before something terrible occurs. Sleep boasts an impressive cast, which includes stars like Lee Sun-kyun from the critically acclaimed film Parasite and Jung Yu-mi. Director Jason Yu, who honed his craft under renowned Korean filmmakers Bong Joon-ho and Lee Chang-dong, brings a

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 25, 2024

K-Horror ‘Sleep’ will Leave You with Nightmares This September

The chilling new K-horror film Sleep has dreamed up a release date for this month. Writer-director Jason Yu’s film is poised to disrupt your slumber and may leave you plagued by unsettling, terror-filled dreams. The movie centers on a newly married couple, Hyun-su (Lee Sun-kyun) and Soo-jin (Jung Yu-mi). Their seemingly idyllic life takes a terrifying turn when Hyun-su begins exhibiting disturbing sleepwalking behavior, known as parasomnia. As Hyun-su mutters cryptic phrases and acts strangely in his sleep, Soo-jin grapples with mounting fear. She has the unsettling suspicion that a sinister force may be at play. With their young family at stake, the couple desperately seeks answers and a way to stop Hyun-su’s increasingly erratic sleepwalking before something terrible occurs. Sleep boasts a captivating cast, which includes stars like Lee Sun-kyun from the critically acclaimed film Parasite and Jung Yu-mi. Director Jason Yu, who honed his craft under renowned Korean filmmakers Bong Joon-ho and Lee Chang-dong, brings a unique perspective

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 13, 2024

Cyber Horror Thriller ‘Red Rooms’ Now in Select Theaters

Utopia’s critically acclaimed psychological cyber-horror movie Red Rooms is now in select theaters. Writer-director Pascal Plante calls the film “true-crime meets genre cinema.” He promises an exploration of our fascination with serial killers, murderers, and the dangers lurking in the dark corners of the internet. Inspired by the unsettling true crimes of “red rooms“—online spaces that host dark and violent content—the film delves into the disturbing phenomenon of serial killer fandom. Plante further grounds the movie in the reality of today’s cybersecurity threats, creating a terrifying killer born in the digital age. More than just a horror film, Red Rooms offers a nuanced commentary on our relationship with technology. The movie doesn’t rely on graphic violence to be chilling. Instead, it focuses on the psychological impact of exposure to such darkness. Plante uses the central character to explore how technology can fuel loneliness and isolation, driving individuals toward dark obsessions. In the film, Kelly-Anne becomes enthralled by the trial of

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 11, 2024

Movie Review: Beast Fighter: Karate Bullfighter (1975)/Karate Bearfighter (1975) – Eureka! Blu-ray

Picture it, Kyoto, 1949. A ratty hermit enters a renowned Karate tournament held by Japan’s Karate masters and absolutely sweeps the event due to his mastery of “real” Karate, as opposed to the showier style of his peers. That man, Masutatsu Oyama (played by action master Sonny Chiba, 1974’s Street Fighter series of films from Toei, who also produced this picture) was a real-life, Korean born Karate master that not only had a true passion for murdering bulls with his bare-hands, but also was Chiba’s sensei… but this film is based more on Karate Baka Ichidai, the manga-version of Oyama’s life (created by Ikki Kajiwara, Jirô Tsunoda, and Jôya Kagemaru, here adapted by screenwriter Norifumi Suzuki) than the actual events, which thankfully means less bull deaths are involved… but I’m getting ahead of myself… Oyama’s victory means jack shit to him (because it was against inferior Karate remember) and after a show of strength and ability against a gaggle of

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DanXIII
Sep 11, 2024

Dark Nights Film Fest Brings Monsters, Maniacs, and Mystery to Sydney

The inaugural Dark Nights Film Fest takes place in Sydney, Australia in October, with a droolworthy lineup of fright fare scheduled. From creature features to crime shockers, there’s something for horror aficionados of every stripe. Following is the official press announcement. With fangs bared and bloodshot eyes watering with feverish intent, Sydney’s new ritualistic celebration of independent horror and dark genre cinema, Dark Nights Film Fest, throws down the gauntlet and invites the hungry hordes to come and devour its inaugural program. “Themes of ‘family’ — the bonds that tie us together and can be torn apart — are present in many of the films in our first program, yet it has tickled our dark fancy that much of Volume One is made up of classic monsters,” explains festival director, Bryn Tilly. “We’ve got zombies, vampires, ghosts, demons, psychos, each representation with its own twist, its own bite, its own terrifying cackle.” Nine features and eighteen short films, including five

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Joseph Perry
Sep 10, 2024

Dead And SudBuried Serves Up Classic and Cutting Edge Fear Fare

From male strippers battling the occult to an invisible dinosaur wreaking gory havoc, the U.K.’s Dead And SudBuried film festival’s 2024 edition has something for fright-fare fanatics of all stripes this October. Following is the official press announcement. It’s Halloween season again for Sudbury, Suffolk’s with the return of its very own horror film festival Dead And SudBuried, now with an earlier start, increasing its run time to three full days of creepy fun. The event returns over the weekend of 4th to 6th October with a horror-packed schedule featuring 9 brand new festival circuit features including a UK premiere, 9 classic movies and 18 new horror shorts plus Director/Cast Q&A’s, food trucks, more merchandise and much more over three scary days. The Dead And SudBuried Horrorthon began life in 2016 in Suffolk in the small market town of Sudbury as a celebration of classic horror movies, screening seven classics over a single day in the intimate venue of The

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Joseph Perry
Sep 9, 2024

Tsunami-Inspired Supernatural Thriller ‘Last Shadow at First Light’ Set for US Release

In Last Shadow at First Light, haunted by recurring apparitions and a natural disaster, sixteen-year-old Ami (Mihaya Shirata) embarks on a supernatural journey from Singapore to Japan in search of her mother, who went missing during the devastating 2011 Tohoku tsunami. Upon her arrival in Tokyo, she meets Isamu (Masatoshi Nagase), her cynical taxi-driving uncle. He becomes her reluctant guide through the ravaged landscape and her family’s dark past. Set against the tsunami’s aftermath backdrop, Last Shadow at First Light is a poignant and haunting exploration of survivors’ trauma. Shot in Rikuzentakata, nearly wiped out by the disaster, it offers a haunting glimpse into the tragedy’s lingering effects. The Tohoku tsunami struck on March 11, 2011, following an earthquake in the Pacific Ocean. Over 16,000 people lost their lives as up to 130 feet tall waves hit land, wiping out whole towns and villages. Sadly, many bodies were never recovered, leaving families without closure. Over 300,000 people were displaced after

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 7, 2024

Spoiler-Free Reviews: MEMBERS CLUB and THE DEAD THING (Pigeon Shrine FrightFest)

MEMBERS CLUB Official synopsis: Wet Dreams, a middle-aged male stripper group have hit rock bottom. After a string of disastrous gigs, the gang considers disbanding. Alan (Dean Kilbey), the group’s happy-go-lucky front man, takes over the business and books the boys a lucrative and mysterious gig in rural Essex. But when the group arrive at the desolate club, their night quickly takes a dark turn when they find themselves tangled up in a plot to raise a murderous 16th century witch from the dead. The humor is Rabelasian and the gory dismembering of male genitalia is prominent in writer/director Marc Coleman’s horror comedy Members Club (U.K., 2024). The film is an overall fun romp that makes its well-past-their-prime male strippers a rather likable bunch for whom it is easy to cheer, and to hope for their survival. Members Club boasts additional heart in its family drama between front-man Alan (Dean Kilbey) and his daughter Daisy (Barbara Smith). The practical effects

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Joseph Perry
Sep 2, 2024

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Movie Review: The Million Eyes of Sumuru (1967) – Blue Underground 4K/Blu-ray Combo

Sumuru (Goldfinger‘s Shirley Eaton) is one deadly woman, she’s also a near-comic book styled super-villain hell bent on replacing the powerful male leaders of the world of the Swinging Sixties with her cadre of her murderous all-girl army, members of whom kill men with their thighs for kicks! One such attempt of Sumuru’s evil plan leads to a threat being made on the life of the leader of Sinonesia, President Boong (played by noted lunatic Klaus Fuckin’ Kinski) which results in horny C.I.A. operatives Nick West (George Nader) and Tommy Carter (Frankie Avalon sans beach, blanket, and bingo) being called in to investigate by by the head of British Intelligence, Sir Anthony Baisbrook (Wilfrid Hyde-White, whom you may remember from the original Battlestar Galactica, or that Star Trek-ass second season of Buck Rogers). Our (occasionally) hammered heroes are hot on the case and travel from Europe to Hong Kong where they are soon up to their asses in the machinations

Continue reading →
DanXIII
Sep 28, 2024

Unearthed Films Unleashing Brutal True Crime Horror ‘Village of Doom’

Unearthed Films is gearing up to unleash cult director Noboru Tanaka’s 1983 film Village of Doom, which explores the Tsuyama Massacre. This true crime story delves into the horrific events that unfolded in the rural village of Kamo, Okayama Prefecture, Japan, in 1938. It is a horrific true story of war, death, and brutality. Driven by a sense of isolation and despair, Mutsuo Toi, a 21-year-old man with tuberculosis, embarked on a brutal killing spree that claimed the lives of 30 people, including his own grandmother. Armed with a shotgun, Japanese sword, and an axe, Toi’s rampage remains the deadliest mass murder in Japanese history. Unearthed Films’ Blu-Ray release of Village of Doom is highly anticipated for its superior picture and sound quality. The film has been digitally restored to ensure a more immersive viewing experience. Additionally, the Blu-Ray includes exciting bonus features: Blu-ray Bonus Features: Audio commentary by Asian film experts Arne Venema and Mike Leeder Dark Asia with

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 26, 2024

Nightmare Inducing K-Horror ‘Sleep’ Premieres this Week

This Friday, the chilling new K-horror movie Sleep from writer Jason Yu is poised to disrupt your slumber and may leave you plagued by unsettling, terror-filled dreams when it opens in theaters and arrives on Digital. The movie centers on a newly married couple, Hyun-su (Lee Sun-kyun) and Soo-jin (Jung Yu-mi). Their seemingly idyllic life takes a terrifying turn when Hyun-su begins exhibiting disturbing sleepwalking behavior, known as parasomnia. As Hyun-su mutters cryptic phrases and acts strangely in his sleep, Soo-jin grapples with mounting fear. She has the unsettling suspicion that a sinister force may be at play. With their young family at stake, the couple desperately seeks answers and a way to stop Hyun-su’s increasingly erratic sleepwalking before something terrible occurs. Sleep boasts an impressive cast, which includes stars like Lee Sun-kyun from the critically acclaimed film Parasite and Jung Yu-mi. Director Jason Yu, who honed his craft under renowned Korean filmmakers Bong Joon-ho and Lee Chang-dong, brings a

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 25, 2024

K-Horror ‘Sleep’ will Leave You with Nightmares This September

The chilling new K-horror film Sleep has dreamed up a release date for this month. Writer-director Jason Yu’s film is poised to disrupt your slumber and may leave you plagued by unsettling, terror-filled dreams. The movie centers on a newly married couple, Hyun-su (Lee Sun-kyun) and Soo-jin (Jung Yu-mi). Their seemingly idyllic life takes a terrifying turn when Hyun-su begins exhibiting disturbing sleepwalking behavior, known as parasomnia. As Hyun-su mutters cryptic phrases and acts strangely in his sleep, Soo-jin grapples with mounting fear. She has the unsettling suspicion that a sinister force may be at play. With their young family at stake, the couple desperately seeks answers and a way to stop Hyun-su’s increasingly erratic sleepwalking before something terrible occurs. Sleep boasts a captivating cast, which includes stars like Lee Sun-kyun from the critically acclaimed film Parasite and Jung Yu-mi. Director Jason Yu, who honed his craft under renowned Korean filmmakers Bong Joon-ho and Lee Chang-dong, brings a unique perspective

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 13, 2024

Cyber Horror Thriller ‘Red Rooms’ Now in Select Theaters

Utopia’s critically acclaimed psychological cyber-horror movie Red Rooms is now in select theaters. Writer-director Pascal Plante calls the film “true-crime meets genre cinema.” He promises an exploration of our fascination with serial killers, murderers, and the dangers lurking in the dark corners of the internet. Inspired by the unsettling true crimes of “red rooms“—online spaces that host dark and violent content—the film delves into the disturbing phenomenon of serial killer fandom. Plante further grounds the movie in the reality of today’s cybersecurity threats, creating a terrifying killer born in the digital age. More than just a horror film, Red Rooms offers a nuanced commentary on our relationship with technology. The movie doesn’t rely on graphic violence to be chilling. Instead, it focuses on the psychological impact of exposure to such darkness. Plante uses the central character to explore how technology can fuel loneliness and isolation, driving individuals toward dark obsessions. In the film, Kelly-Anne becomes enthralled by the trial of

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 11, 2024

Movie Review: Beast Fighter: Karate Bullfighter (1975)/Karate Bearfighter (1975) – Eureka! Blu-ray

Picture it, Kyoto, 1949. A ratty hermit enters a renowned Karate tournament held by Japan’s Karate masters and absolutely sweeps the event due to his mastery of “real” Karate, as opposed to the showier style of his peers. That man, Masutatsu Oyama (played by action master Sonny Chiba, 1974’s Street Fighter series of films from Toei, who also produced this picture) was a real-life, Korean born Karate master that not only had a true passion for murdering bulls with his bare-hands, but also was Chiba’s sensei… but this film is based more on Karate Baka Ichidai, the manga-version of Oyama’s life (created by Ikki Kajiwara, Jirô Tsunoda, and Jôya Kagemaru, here adapted by screenwriter Norifumi Suzuki) than the actual events, which thankfully means less bull deaths are involved… but I’m getting ahead of myself… Oyama’s victory means jack shit to him (because it was against inferior Karate remember) and after a show of strength and ability against a gaggle of

Continue reading →
DanXIII
Sep 11, 2024

Dark Nights Film Fest Brings Monsters, Maniacs, and Mystery to Sydney

The inaugural Dark Nights Film Fest takes place in Sydney, Australia in October, with a droolworthy lineup of fright fare scheduled. From creature features to crime shockers, there’s something for horror aficionados of every stripe. Following is the official press announcement. With fangs bared and bloodshot eyes watering with feverish intent, Sydney’s new ritualistic celebration of independent horror and dark genre cinema, Dark Nights Film Fest, throws down the gauntlet and invites the hungry hordes to come and devour its inaugural program. “Themes of ‘family’ — the bonds that tie us together and can be torn apart — are present in many of the films in our first program, yet it has tickled our dark fancy that much of Volume One is made up of classic monsters,” explains festival director, Bryn Tilly. “We’ve got zombies, vampires, ghosts, demons, psychos, each representation with its own twist, its own bite, its own terrifying cackle.” Nine features and eighteen short films, including five

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
Sep 10, 2024

Dead And SudBuried Serves Up Classic and Cutting Edge Fear Fare

From male strippers battling the occult to an invisible dinosaur wreaking gory havoc, the U.K.’s Dead And SudBuried film festival’s 2024 edition has something for fright-fare fanatics of all stripes this October. Following is the official press announcement. It’s Halloween season again for Sudbury, Suffolk’s with the return of its very own horror film festival Dead And SudBuried, now with an earlier start, increasing its run time to three full days of creepy fun. The event returns over the weekend of 4th to 6th October with a horror-packed schedule featuring 9 brand new festival circuit features including a UK premiere, 9 classic movies and 18 new horror shorts plus Director/Cast Q&A’s, food trucks, more merchandise and much more over three scary days. The Dead And SudBuried Horrorthon began life in 2016 in Suffolk in the small market town of Sudbury as a celebration of classic horror movies, screening seven classics over a single day in the intimate venue of The

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
Sep 9, 2024

Tsunami-Inspired Supernatural Thriller ‘Last Shadow at First Light’ Set for US Release

In Last Shadow at First Light, haunted by recurring apparitions and a natural disaster, sixteen-year-old Ami (Mihaya Shirata) embarks on a supernatural journey from Singapore to Japan in search of her mother, who went missing during the devastating 2011 Tohoku tsunami. Upon her arrival in Tokyo, she meets Isamu (Masatoshi Nagase), her cynical taxi-driving uncle. He becomes her reluctant guide through the ravaged landscape and her family’s dark past. Set against the tsunami’s aftermath backdrop, Last Shadow at First Light is a poignant and haunting exploration of survivors’ trauma. Shot in Rikuzentakata, nearly wiped out by the disaster, it offers a haunting glimpse into the tragedy’s lingering effects. The Tohoku tsunami struck on March 11, 2011, following an earthquake in the Pacific Ocean. Over 16,000 people lost their lives as up to 130 feet tall waves hit land, wiping out whole towns and villages. Sadly, many bodies were never recovered, leaving families without closure. Over 300,000 people were displaced after

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Sep 7, 2024

Spoiler-Free Reviews: MEMBERS CLUB and THE DEAD THING (Pigeon Shrine FrightFest)

MEMBERS CLUB Official synopsis: Wet Dreams, a middle-aged male stripper group have hit rock bottom. After a string of disastrous gigs, the gang considers disbanding. Alan (Dean Kilbey), the group’s happy-go-lucky front man, takes over the business and books the boys a lucrative and mysterious gig in rural Essex. But when the group arrive at the desolate club, their night quickly takes a dark turn when they find themselves tangled up in a plot to raise a murderous 16th century witch from the dead. The humor is Rabelasian and the gory dismembering of male genitalia is prominent in writer/director Marc Coleman’s horror comedy Members Club (U.K., 2024). The film is an overall fun romp that makes its well-past-their-prime male strippers a rather likable bunch for whom it is easy to cheer, and to hope for their survival. Members Club boasts additional heart in its family drama between front-man Alan (Dean Kilbey) and his daughter Daisy (Barbara Smith). The practical effects

Continue reading →
Joseph Perry
Sep 2, 2024
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