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Christmas is Coming Early: Holiday Horror-Thriller ‘Stranglehold’ Is Out Now

In the upcoming feature Stranglehold, modern social media obsession collides with gritty survival in a raw, fast-paced Christmas-set crime  thriller. And here’s the good news: you don’t have to wait to watch it; it’s out now. Fed up with living paycheck to paycheck and captivated by influencers’ glamorous lives, a small-town stripper named Bailey decides to take matters into her own hands. Teaming up with her ex-military husband, Tim, she plots a high-stakes robbery. One against her own employer. They are driven by a desperate bid to afford a decent Christmas for their daughter and escape poverty. However, the couple’s plan quickly spirals into an intense struggle for survival. A Powerhouse Cast Led by Industry Veterans Directed by Clark Duke, Stranglehold brings together a stacked ensemble cast to bring its desperate characters to life. Ashley Benson (Pretty Little Liars) stars alongside Jake Lacy (The White Lotus). The cast also features veteran heavyweights and genre favorites. That includes Justin Long, Ron

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Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 4, 2026

Movie Review: ‘Evil Dead Burn’ Is a Great Film with One Major Problem

The latest installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead Burn, is officially streaming on HBO, and holy hell, is it an absolute blast! Teased as the series’ most savage, terrifying ride yet, this latest entry delivers non-stop demonic mayhem from start to finish. The story follows a grieving widow named Thya as she seeks solace with her in-laws at their secluded family home. Naturally, things go horribly wrong as family members are systematically turned into bloodthirsty Deadites! Let’s dive into it in this review. An Amazing Cast Facing Absolute Carnage Facing off against the Kandarian Demon is a phenomenal ensemble cast. Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, and Hunter Doohan lead it. Rounding out the unfortunate family are Errol Shand and Maude Davey. However, Luciane Buchanan stands out as Thya. Buchanan absolutely nails her performance, striking a perfect balance between deep emotional vulnerability and raw, ferocious determination. If you thought Evil Dead Rise was intense, Burn turns the deadite brutality

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 4, 2026

Enter the Fog: Dead by Daylight Announces its ‘Haunted by Daylight’ Halloween Event

Get ready, Fog-dwellers! This Halloween is bringing absolute hell! Coming right off a massive 10th Anniversary both in and out of the game, Dead by Daylight is pulling out all the stops for a monster-sized October, packed with weekly drops. From the terrifying debut of the Diablo Collection and a grotesque Blighted look for Jason Voorhees, to a special Stranger Things edition of Lights Out. So much is headed your way, including the triumphant return of Haunted by Daylight. Players have an incredible lineup to keep them screaming all month long! Hell Sends Its Best With the Diablo Collection Mark your calendars for October 20th! The Diablo Collection is officially bringing Sanctuary’s legends into Dead by Daylight with six breathtaking new Outfits inspired by iconic characters and classes. Leading the charge is Lilith, the Daughter of Hatred herself. She arrives as a Visceral Outfit for The Artist, complete with unique menu animations and a vicious new Mori! Joining her is

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 4, 2026

“Carrie” Flexes Her Powers in the First Clip from Mike Flangan’s Upcoming Series

The first look at Mike Flanagan’s upcoming “Carrie” series has arrived, courtesy of IGN. It offers horror fans a captivating glimpse into the dark coming-of-age story at the center of his new Stephen King adaptation. In the newly released clip, Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) storms away from her fanatical mother, Margaret (Samantha Sloyan), slamming a heavy door using her telekinetic abilities. As a subtle smile creeps across her face, Carrie realizes the true extent of her new gifts. And that she no longer needs to fear the woman who has controlled her entire life. Updating Stephen King’s Classic to the Digital Age Prime Video is serving up a fresh, blood-soaked coronation with an ambitious eight-episode event series helmed by modern horror and Stephen King expert Mike Flanagan. Following the sudden death of her father, Carrie White is thrust out of her isolated upbringing by her zealot mother. Carrie is now thrown directly into the ruthless ecosystem of high school.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

Movie Review: Joko Anwar Turns Lockup into Pure Hell in ‘Ghost in the Cell’

Master of Indonesian horror and action cinema Joko Anwar is back to unleash another chaotic, blood-drenched nightmare upon genre fans with Ghost in the Cell. Written and directed by Anwar, the film plunges audiences straight into the iron-clad walls of a high-security prison. Already bursting at the seams with violence. The trailer serves as a fair warning. It is wildly graphic, gloriously NSFW, and promises a total bath of jailhouse carnage. Ruled by a tyrannical correctional officer, the penitentiary’s fragile ecosystem completely shatters when a mysterious new inmate arrives. This triggers a string of stomach-churning murders that leave victims on morbidly elaborate display. Supernatural Slaughter Behind Bars What starts as a volatile turf war between rival gang lords rapidly devolves into a desperate fight for survival. An invisible, otherworldly predator now stalks the prison. Once a full lockdown seals off every possible exit, the terrified inmates realize that the deadliest isn’t the violent psychopath in the adjacent Cell, but a

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

CCV Horror ‘Infirmary’ is Now Streaming on Shudder

Filmmaker Nicholas Pineda has officially unleashed his feature directorial debut, Infirmary, now streaming on Shudder following its world premiere at Dances With Films NY. Fusing bodycam footage, surveillance feeds, and claustrophobic dread, this relentless indie horror aims to reignite a deep-seated terror of medical institutions. A Graveyard Shift From Hell The story follows Edward, a young security guard embarking on his very first overnight shift at the long-abandoned Wilshire Infirmary. Paired with Lester, a retiring guard whose erratic behavior instantly raises red flags, Edward quickly realizes the night will be anything but routine. When an unknown intruder breaches the facility and vanishes into thin air, Lester ventures alone into the dark, labyrinthine hallways—and disappears without a trace. Stranded as the asylum’s violent history awakens around him, Edward must survive malicious entities as his own sanity begins to fracture. A Fresh Vision for Found Footage Co-written by Katy Krauland and co-produced alongside Pineda, Infirmary aims to deliver a distinct, character-driven spin

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

She’s Back: ‘The Last Temptation of Becky’ Hits Theaters This November

Everyone’s favorite blood-soaked antihero is trading her woodland survival gEveryone’spassport and a field badge. After premiering at the Fantasia International Film Festival, The Last Temptation of Becky has released its first-look teaser trailer. And it’s bloody good. This third entry in the cult-favorite franchise, following 2020’s Becky and 2023’s The Wrath of Becky, raises the body count to global proportions. The Mission: Infiltrating the Fourth Reich When viewers last saw Becky, played by Lulu Wilson, she was a heavily traumatized teenager who spent years fending off home invaders and extremist groups. Now, she’s back and ready for a fight. Now older and officially recruited as a CIA field agent, Becky faces her highest-stakes operation yet. WWII Terror Under the direction of her handler, played by genre staple Kate Siegel, Becky travels undercover to Poland. Her target is a family of innkeepers operating a tourist business at The Wolf’s Lair, the actual real-world WWII command bunker used by Adolf Hitler. Becky

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

The Future of Fear: ScareScore Rates Horror Movies Using Biometric Reactions

A new era of interactive audience analytics arrives this Halloween season at film festivals and location-based entertainment centers across North America. ScareScore has officially launched its proprietary biometric platform, which translates real-time physiological responses into a personalized audience score. By syncing with standard smartwatches and wearable devices, ScareScore measures physical metrics like heart rate, heart-rate variability, and subtle movement. After establishing an individual baseline, the platform tracks moment-by-moment bodily reactions as onscreen or live-action thrillers unfold. Rather than relying on traditional post-show surveys or review scores, ScareScore captures authentic, real-time physical responses. Fans can instantly compare their scores with friends, share their stats online, and see how their physical reactions rank on the global scoreboard. Unlocking Precision Intelligence for Creators Beyond enhancing fan engagement, ScareScore delivers actionable insights for filmmakers, studios, film festivals, and theme park operators. The tech moves past self-reported post-viewing opinions, offering creators time-coded audience intelligence that pinpoints exactly when and how viewers react throughout an experience.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

Horror Without Barriers: Inside the Inclusive 2026 Access: Horror Film Festival

Access: Horror, the premier festival celebrating disability in genre cinema, launched its 2026 season with a successful in-person showcase at Alamo Drafthouse Winchester on September 25. Following the in-person kickoff, the festival is bringing its entire lineup to a global audience through a month-long virtual program. One that runs from October 4 through November 1, 2026. Founded by filmmaker and activist Ariel Baska, Access: Horror elevates disability advocacy by challenging traditional genre tropes. Named one of the nation’s most accessible film festivals by Forbes, the organization creates space for marginalized artists to tell honest, cathartic, and terrifying stories. Festival leadership emphasizes that accessibility is not a late addition to the event. It’s the foundation the festival is actually built on. Every film in the virtual program features open captions, and nearly half the streaming library includes full audio descriptions. So, there’s something for everyone. A Powerful Virtual Lineup Grounded in Real-World Terror The 2026 streaming program features 19 international titles. It

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 2, 2026

Sam Raimi and Jordan Peele Team Up for a Feature Adaptation of ‘Portrait of God’

What began as a seven-minute YouTube short is now officially heading to the big screen as a major Hollywood horror event. Lionsgate has formally greenlit a feature-length adaptation of Dylan Clark’s viral 2022 hit, Portrait of God. The minimalist short captivated millions of online viewers with its deeply unsettling premise surrounding a mysterious, ambiguous painting. After amassing a massive digital audience, the project caught the attention of major industry powerhouses, cementing Clark’s status as one of the most exciting rising filmmakers in the horror landscape. Powerhouse Horror Icons Join Forces Behind the Scenes The upcoming feature marks a historic cinematic milestone. It is the first collaboration between modern horror legends Sam Raimi and Jordan Peele. Producing through Ghost House Pictures and Monkeypaw Productions alongside partners, the duo is lending massive creative weight to the project. Clark will direct the film from an expanded screenplay he co-wrote with Joe Russo. Following a competitive studio transition that ultimately landed the property at

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 2, 2026

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Christmas is Coming Early: Holiday Horror-Thriller ‘Stranglehold’ Is Out Now

In the upcoming feature Stranglehold, modern social media obsession collides with gritty survival in a raw, fast-paced Christmas-set crime  thriller. And here’s the good news: you don’t have to wait to watch it; it’s out now. Fed up with living paycheck to paycheck and captivated by influencers’ glamorous lives, a small-town stripper named Bailey decides to take matters into her own hands. Teaming up with her ex-military husband, Tim, she plots a high-stakes robbery. One against her own employer. They are driven by a desperate bid to afford a decent Christmas for their daughter and escape poverty. However, the couple’s plan quickly spirals into an intense struggle for survival. A Powerhouse Cast Led by Industry Veterans Directed by Clark Duke, Stranglehold brings together a stacked ensemble cast to bring its desperate characters to life. Ashley Benson (Pretty Little Liars) stars alongside Jake Lacy (The White Lotus). The cast also features veteran heavyweights and genre favorites. That includes Justin Long, Ron

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 4, 2026

Movie Review: ‘Evil Dead Burn’ Is a Great Film with One Major Problem

The latest installment in the iconic Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead Burn, is officially streaming on HBO, and holy hell, is it an absolute blast! Teased as the series’ most savage, terrifying ride yet, this latest entry delivers non-stop demonic mayhem from start to finish. The story follows a grieving widow named Thya as she seeks solace with her in-laws at their secluded family home. Naturally, things go horribly wrong as family members are systematically turned into bloodthirsty Deadites! Let’s dive into it in this review. An Amazing Cast Facing Absolute Carnage Facing off against the Kandarian Demon is a phenomenal ensemble cast. Souheila Yacoub, Tandi Wright, and Hunter Doohan lead it. Rounding out the unfortunate family are Errol Shand and Maude Davey. However, Luciane Buchanan stands out as Thya. Buchanan absolutely nails her performance, striking a perfect balance between deep emotional vulnerability and raw, ferocious determination. If you thought Evil Dead Rise was intense, Burn turns the deadite brutality

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 4, 2026

Enter the Fog: Dead by Daylight Announces its ‘Haunted by Daylight’ Halloween Event

Get ready, Fog-dwellers! This Halloween is bringing absolute hell! Coming right off a massive 10th Anniversary both in and out of the game, Dead by Daylight is pulling out all the stops for a monster-sized October, packed with weekly drops. From the terrifying debut of the Diablo Collection and a grotesque Blighted look for Jason Voorhees, to a special Stranger Things edition of Lights Out. So much is headed your way, including the triumphant return of Haunted by Daylight. Players have an incredible lineup to keep them screaming all month long! Hell Sends Its Best With the Diablo Collection Mark your calendars for October 20th! The Diablo Collection is officially bringing Sanctuary’s legends into Dead by Daylight with six breathtaking new Outfits inspired by iconic characters and classes. Leading the charge is Lilith, the Daughter of Hatred herself. She arrives as a Visceral Outfit for The Artist, complete with unique menu animations and a vicious new Mori! Joining her is

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 4, 2026

“Carrie” Flexes Her Powers in the First Clip from Mike Flangan’s Upcoming Series

The first look at Mike Flanagan’s upcoming “Carrie” series has arrived, courtesy of IGN. It offers horror fans a captivating glimpse into the dark coming-of-age story at the center of his new Stephen King adaptation. In the newly released clip, Carrie White (Summer H. Howell) storms away from her fanatical mother, Margaret (Samantha Sloyan), slamming a heavy door using her telekinetic abilities. As a subtle smile creeps across her face, Carrie realizes the true extent of her new gifts. And that she no longer needs to fear the woman who has controlled her entire life. Updating Stephen King’s Classic to the Digital Age Prime Video is serving up a fresh, blood-soaked coronation with an ambitious eight-episode event series helmed by modern horror and Stephen King expert Mike Flanagan. Following the sudden death of her father, Carrie White is thrust out of her isolated upbringing by her zealot mother. Carrie is now thrown directly into the ruthless ecosystem of high school.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

Movie Review: Joko Anwar Turns Lockup into Pure Hell in ‘Ghost in the Cell’

Master of Indonesian horror and action cinema Joko Anwar is back to unleash another chaotic, blood-drenched nightmare upon genre fans with Ghost in the Cell. Written and directed by Anwar, the film plunges audiences straight into the iron-clad walls of a high-security prison. Already bursting at the seams with violence. The trailer serves as a fair warning. It is wildly graphic, gloriously NSFW, and promises a total bath of jailhouse carnage. Ruled by a tyrannical correctional officer, the penitentiary’s fragile ecosystem completely shatters when a mysterious new inmate arrives. This triggers a string of stomach-churning murders that leave victims on morbidly elaborate display. Supernatural Slaughter Behind Bars What starts as a volatile turf war between rival gang lords rapidly devolves into a desperate fight for survival. An invisible, otherworldly predator now stalks the prison. Once a full lockdown seals off every possible exit, the terrified inmates realize that the deadliest isn’t the violent psychopath in the adjacent Cell, but a

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

CCV Horror ‘Infirmary’ is Now Streaming on Shudder

Filmmaker Nicholas Pineda has officially unleashed his feature directorial debut, Infirmary, now streaming on Shudder following its world premiere at Dances With Films NY. Fusing bodycam footage, surveillance feeds, and claustrophobic dread, this relentless indie horror aims to reignite a deep-seated terror of medical institutions. A Graveyard Shift From Hell The story follows Edward, a young security guard embarking on his very first overnight shift at the long-abandoned Wilshire Infirmary. Paired with Lester, a retiring guard whose erratic behavior instantly raises red flags, Edward quickly realizes the night will be anything but routine. When an unknown intruder breaches the facility and vanishes into thin air, Lester ventures alone into the dark, labyrinthine hallways—and disappears without a trace. Stranded as the asylum’s violent history awakens around him, Edward must survive malicious entities as his own sanity begins to fracture. A Fresh Vision for Found Footage Co-written by Katy Krauland and co-produced alongside Pineda, Infirmary aims to deliver a distinct, character-driven spin

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

She’s Back: ‘The Last Temptation of Becky’ Hits Theaters This November

Everyone’s favorite blood-soaked antihero is trading her woodland survival gEveryone’spassport and a field badge. After premiering at the Fantasia International Film Festival, The Last Temptation of Becky has released its first-look teaser trailer. And it’s bloody good. This third entry in the cult-favorite franchise, following 2020’s Becky and 2023’s The Wrath of Becky, raises the body count to global proportions. The Mission: Infiltrating the Fourth Reich When viewers last saw Becky, played by Lulu Wilson, she was a heavily traumatized teenager who spent years fending off home invaders and extremist groups. Now, she’s back and ready for a fight. Now older and officially recruited as a CIA field agent, Becky faces her highest-stakes operation yet. WWII Terror Under the direction of her handler, played by genre staple Kate Siegel, Becky travels undercover to Poland. Her target is a family of innkeepers operating a tourist business at The Wolf’s Lair, the actual real-world WWII command bunker used by Adolf Hitler. Becky

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

The Future of Fear: ScareScore Rates Horror Movies Using Biometric Reactions

A new era of interactive audience analytics arrives this Halloween season at film festivals and location-based entertainment centers across North America. ScareScore has officially launched its proprietary biometric platform, which translates real-time physiological responses into a personalized audience score. By syncing with standard smartwatches and wearable devices, ScareScore measures physical metrics like heart rate, heart-rate variability, and subtle movement. After establishing an individual baseline, the platform tracks moment-by-moment bodily reactions as onscreen or live-action thrillers unfold. Rather than relying on traditional post-show surveys or review scores, ScareScore captures authentic, real-time physical responses. Fans can instantly compare their scores with friends, share their stats online, and see how their physical reactions rank on the global scoreboard. Unlocking Precision Intelligence for Creators Beyond enhancing fan engagement, ScareScore delivers actionable insights for filmmakers, studios, film festivals, and theme park operators. The tech moves past self-reported post-viewing opinions, offering creators time-coded audience intelligence that pinpoints exactly when and how viewers react throughout an experience.

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 3, 2026

Horror Without Barriers: Inside the Inclusive 2026 Access: Horror Film Festival

Access: Horror, the premier festival celebrating disability in genre cinema, launched its 2026 season with a successful in-person showcase at Alamo Drafthouse Winchester on September 25. Following the in-person kickoff, the festival is bringing its entire lineup to a global audience through a month-long virtual program. One that runs from October 4 through November 1, 2026. Founded by filmmaker and activist Ariel Baska, Access: Horror elevates disability advocacy by challenging traditional genre tropes. Named one of the nation’s most accessible film festivals by Forbes, the organization creates space for marginalized artists to tell honest, cathartic, and terrifying stories. Festival leadership emphasizes that accessibility is not a late addition to the event. It’s the foundation the festival is actually built on. Every film in the virtual program features open captions, and nearly half the streaming library includes full audio descriptions. So, there’s something for everyone. A Powerful Virtual Lineup Grounded in Real-World Terror The 2026 streaming program features 19 international titles. It

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 2, 2026

Sam Raimi and Jordan Peele Team Up for a Feature Adaptation of ‘Portrait of God’

What began as a seven-minute YouTube short is now officially heading to the big screen as a major Hollywood horror event. Lionsgate has formally greenlit a feature-length adaptation of Dylan Clark’s viral 2022 hit, Portrait of God. The minimalist short captivated millions of online viewers with its deeply unsettling premise surrounding a mysterious, ambiguous painting. After amassing a massive digital audience, the project caught the attention of major industry powerhouses, cementing Clark’s status as one of the most exciting rising filmmakers in the horror landscape. Powerhouse Horror Icons Join Forces Behind the Scenes The upcoming feature marks a historic cinematic milestone. It is the first collaboration between modern horror legends Sam Raimi and Jordan Peele. Producing through Ghost House Pictures and Monkeypaw Productions alongside partners, the duo is lending massive creative weight to the project. Clark will direct the film from an expanded screenplay he co-wrote with Joe Russo. Following a competitive studio transition that ultimately landed the property at

Continue reading →
Kelli Marchman McNeely
Oct 2, 2026
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