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With his ravishing third feature, visionary director Bi Gan takes his deepest plunge yet into the realm of pure dreamscape. In a world where humans have forsaken dreams in exchange for immortality, a dreaming monster (Jackson Yee) embarks on a shape-shifting odyssey through illusion, beauty, and terror that takes him across a century of cinema and to the end of time. Unfolding in five dazzlingly imagined chapters that encompass everything from silent-era expressionism to film noir to a delirious vampire love story shot in one of Bi’s signature long takes, Resurrection is a work of breathtaking imagination in which cinema is the ultimate portal to the unconscious mind.
Criterion Premieres is a selection of new theatrical films presented on Blu-ray and DVD, released in association with the Criterion Channel.
INCLUDES
Criterion Premieres is a selection of new theatrical films presented on Blu-ray and DVD, released in association with the Criterion Channel.
INCLUDES
- Meet the Filmmakers: Bi Gan, a Criterion Channel original interview
- Trailer
- Notes by film critic Siddhant Adlakha
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The anarchic irreverence of British comedy legends Monty Python is at its most inspired in this brilliant send-up of the blockbuster biblical epic. In a stable in ancient Jerusalem, a child is born—a child who will grow up to be . . . Brian (Graham Chapman), an ordinary Judean who goes on to live an extraordinary life, becoming entangled in a plot to overthrow the Roman empire and being mistaken for the Messiah, among other unlikely events. Featuring ribald Roman puns, sharp political commentary, and an audacious crucifixion-themed musical number, the Pythons’ most ambitious film is a hilarious satire of dogma and blind faith in which nothing is sacred.
PYTHON-APPROVED 4K-UHD SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES
PYTHON-APPROVED 4K-UHD SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES
- New 4K digital restoration, supervised by Monty Python’s Terry Gilliam, with 2.0 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack
- Alternate 5.1 surround DTS-HD Master Audio soundtrack
- One 4K UHD disc of the film presented in Dolby Vision HDR and one Blu-ray with the special features
- Two audio commentaries featuring Pythons Gilliam, John Cleese, Eric Idle, Terry Jones, and Michael Palin
- The Story of Brian (2007), a making-of documentary
- The Pythons (1979), a documentary about Monty Python filmed on location for Life of Brian
- Behind-the-scenes Super 8 film shot by Palin
- Five deleted scenes with commentary by the Pythons
- Original British radio ads starring Mrs. Cleese, Mrs. Gilliam, Mrs. Idle, and Palin’s dentist
- Original illustrated recording by the Pythons of an early version of their screenplay
- Animated stills gallery
- Trailer
- English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
- PLUS: An essay by film critic Bilge Ebiri
Cover based on an original theatrical poster by Terry Gilliam
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It’s often been said that older movie stars never die. They just turn up forever in syndicated broadcasts of their finest wares.
Definitely, the advent of physical media – alongside the much more recent digital streaming explosion – has given a good many cherished talents from the days of yore their own respective afterlives. The phenomenon to both experience and re-experience films of every conceivable genre has given life to modern cinephiles discovering actors and actresses from bygone eras truly had something special even if their tenures were as long or as reputable as today’s social media circus promotes or destroys. The single greatest plus to this phenomenon is that some of these learned talent see a bit of a cultural resurgence when newfound fans from the modern age build up their own fan communities around them, adding just one more piece of evidence to the old adage, “Film is forever.”
Of course, there can be inevitable dark sides to celebrity, too. Some screen talent really don’t tolerate the whole idea of being in the public eye, much preferring to live their lives without the constant intrusion of invasive publicity; while they might occasionally enjoy a bit of fawning praise, they’re still opposed to having their every movement scrutinized under the proverbial microscope. And – on the other side of that coin – fandom can be downright rabid in its endless pursuit of an autograph, a celebrity sighting, or even the dreaded shared ‘selfie.’ Because there’s often as much bad as there is with good, calmer minds hold out hope that somehow in some way we’ll all find a means to spend the best part of our time in this reality without the shackles of pain that superstardom might entail.
Still … what’s a deceased Horror icon to do when a group of film aficionados won’t let him go quietly into the beyond?
Well, that’s the subject of 1983’s Frightmare, an affable enough chiller from writer/director Norman Thaddeus Vane recently re-released on Blu-ray from Troma Entertainment.
(NOTE: The following review will contain minor spoilers necessary solely for the discussion of plot and/or characters. If you’re the kind of reader who prefers a review entirely spoiler-free, then I’d encourage you to skip down to the last few paragraphs for the final assessment. If, however, you’re accepting of a few modest hints at ‘things to come,’ then read on …)
From the film’s IMDB.com page citation:
“When his loyal fans decide to steal his fresh corpse from the mortuary to party with it all night long, a true horror film star returns from the grave as a ghastly blood-sucker, bent on revenge. At least, will he spare his followers?”
Conrad Radzoff (played by Ferdy Mayne) may not be the most accomplished Thespian of his era, but he might be the most overtly theatrical. Sporting a practiced delivery style not unlike the great Vincent Price, he’s spent the lion’s share of his career bringing Horror to the silver screen to the delight of fans young and old. Known for his screen chewing presence, he built a legacy worth celebration in the light and shadows; and now that he’s nearing the end of his life, he’s begun pondering if his firsthand knowledge with the supernatural might well present him with the opportunity to return from the hereafter in some immortal guise.
Lo and behold, Radzoff does eventually pass his expiration date not long after dispensing with a few ‘peasants’ who treated him poorly along the way. To celebrate his life and career, he’s built a private mausoleum outfitted with a video console where family, friends, and fans can come to reconnect with his broadcast image a constant reminder that he’ll never be that far away. It’s here where a group of supporters of a local Horror Society – a collegiate club praising vintage Horror films – decide that they’d love to spend their own ‘Weekend At Bernie’s’ (1989) with Radzoff’s recently expired body only to discover that the late actor might very well be everything but late!
If it’s all the premise that you need, then you’ll like find just enough fun and frights in Frightmare. It isn’t a particularly smart story nor it is particularly scary as writer/director Vane largely pays homage to chills already a decade or two overused; but he and his cast and crew stay true to the central idea consistently through the final reel. These young upstarts could’ve, should’ve, and would’ve known better if there were serious about their Horror studies – has anything good ever come from disturbing the dead? – but we’ll cut ‘em a modicum of slack for not knowing in advance just how invested in returning to form the dearly departed Radzoff truly was.
A glance into Vane’s career reveals that he wasn’t exactly the most accomplished auteur. In fact, one might determine that the majority of his pedigree was in B-Movie exploitation at best though – as a writer, at least – it looks like he stretched his legs a bit outside his usual fare. Indeed, Frightmare feels like a modest step up from being mostly forgettable because the production quality and casting choices minimally showed some investment in time and capital. The flick is punctuated with some familiar faces – Mayne is joined by Nita Talbott, Leon Askin, Scott Thomson, and a young Jeffrey Combs – and when you get that weight in talent into a feature goods things can (and do) happen. Sadly, Vane’s story never quite expands from its central idea – Radzoff will stop at nothing to make everyone pay – and the staging of these ensuing killings grows more and more predictable and protracted.
Frightmare (1983) was produced by Screenwriters. DVD distribution (for this particular release) has been coordinated by the fine folks at Troma Entertainment. As for the technical specifications? While I’m no trained video expert … wow. The film looks surprisingly good throughout: while it would be easy to nitpick the plainness of some sequences, Vane clearly had an idea of what he wanted to achieve and delivered. Lastly, if you’re looking for special features? The disc boasts multiple commentaries (Vane’s is a bit hard to listen to as it was conducted via telephone, and the audio is not that good), some interesting supplemental interviews, and a few other of the usual fare. It is a great assortment regardless, so kudos to Troma for as delivering the goods.
Alas … only Mildly Recommended.
As a junkie for older films, I appreciated what Frightmare (1983) set out to do with its slim narrative focus; and yet I found myself increasingly disappointed over what little it ultimately produced. Yes, it’s all more than a bit predictable; and, yes, there might be a scene here and there that could’ve been stronger. However, Mayne didn’t chew enough scenery anywhere in the picture to make be believe that his villain – Golden Age actor Conrad Radzoff – legitimately earned the reputation these film nerds attached to him. There’s even a thread dangled here and there that never quite gets followed up on – i.e. the fetching Donna clearly caught our lead’s lecherous eye in an early bit that never gets expanded – so the end result is – even in death – Radzoff was a bit too tame for authentic Horror history.
In the interests of fairness, I’m pleased to disclose that the fine folks at Troma provided me with a complimentary Blu-ray of Frightmare (1983) by request for the expressed purpose of completing this review. Their contribution to me in no way, shape, or form influenced my opinion of it.
-- EZ
Definitely, the advent of physical media – alongside the much more recent digital streaming explosion – has given a good many cherished talents from the days of yore their own respective afterlives. The phenomenon to both experience and re-experience films of every conceivable genre has given life to modern cinephiles discovering actors and actresses from bygone eras truly had something special even if their tenures were as long or as reputable as today’s social media circus promotes or destroys. The single greatest plus to this phenomenon is that some of these learned talent see a bit of a cultural resurgence when newfound fans from the modern age build up their own fan communities around them, adding just one more piece of evidence to the old adage, “Film is forever.”
Of course, there can be inevitable dark sides to celebrity, too. Some screen talent really don’t tolerate the whole idea of being in the public eye, much preferring to live their lives without the constant intrusion of invasive publicity; while they might occasionally enjoy a bit of fawning praise, they’re still opposed to having their every movement scrutinized under the proverbial microscope. And – on the other side of that coin – fandom can be downright rabid in its endless pursuit of an autograph, a celebrity sighting, or even the dreaded shared ‘selfie.’ Because there’s often as much bad as there is with good, calmer minds hold out hope that somehow in some way we’ll all find a means to spend the best part of our time in this reality without the shackles of pain that superstardom might entail.
Still … what’s a deceased Horror icon to do when a group of film aficionados won’t let him go quietly into the beyond?
Well, that’s the subject of 1983’s Frightmare, an affable enough chiller from writer/director Norman Thaddeus Vane recently re-released on Blu-ray from Troma Entertainment.
(NOTE: The following review will contain minor spoilers necessary solely for the discussion of plot and/or characters. If you’re the kind of reader who prefers a review entirely spoiler-free, then I’d encourage you to skip down to the last few paragraphs for the final assessment. If, however, you’re accepting of a few modest hints at ‘things to come,’ then read on …)
From the film’s IMDB.com page citation:
“When his loyal fans decide to steal his fresh corpse from the mortuary to party with it all night long, a true horror film star returns from the grave as a ghastly blood-sucker, bent on revenge. At least, will he spare his followers?”
Conrad Radzoff (played by Ferdy Mayne) may not be the most accomplished Thespian of his era, but he might be the most overtly theatrical. Sporting a practiced delivery style not unlike the great Vincent Price, he’s spent the lion’s share of his career bringing Horror to the silver screen to the delight of fans young and old. Known for his screen chewing presence, he built a legacy worth celebration in the light and shadows; and now that he’s nearing the end of his life, he’s begun pondering if his firsthand knowledge with the supernatural might well present him with the opportunity to return from the hereafter in some immortal guise.
Lo and behold, Radzoff does eventually pass his expiration date not long after dispensing with a few ‘peasants’ who treated him poorly along the way. To celebrate his life and career, he’s built a private mausoleum outfitted with a video console where family, friends, and fans can come to reconnect with his broadcast image a constant reminder that he’ll never be that far away. It’s here where a group of supporters of a local Horror Society – a collegiate club praising vintage Horror films – decide that they’d love to spend their own ‘Weekend At Bernie’s’ (1989) with Radzoff’s recently expired body only to discover that the late actor might very well be everything but late!
If it’s all the premise that you need, then you’ll like find just enough fun and frights in Frightmare. It isn’t a particularly smart story nor it is particularly scary as writer/director Vane largely pays homage to chills already a decade or two overused; but he and his cast and crew stay true to the central idea consistently through the final reel. These young upstarts could’ve, should’ve, and would’ve known better if there were serious about their Horror studies – has anything good ever come from disturbing the dead? – but we’ll cut ‘em a modicum of slack for not knowing in advance just how invested in returning to form the dearly departed Radzoff truly was.
A glance into Vane’s career reveals that he wasn’t exactly the most accomplished auteur. In fact, one might determine that the majority of his pedigree was in B-Movie exploitation at best though – as a writer, at least – it looks like he stretched his legs a bit outside his usual fare. Indeed, Frightmare feels like a modest step up from being mostly forgettable because the production quality and casting choices minimally showed some investment in time and capital. The flick is punctuated with some familiar faces – Mayne is joined by Nita Talbott, Leon Askin, Scott Thomson, and a young Jeffrey Combs – and when you get that weight in talent into a feature goods things can (and do) happen. Sadly, Vane’s story never quite expands from its central idea – Radzoff will stop at nothing to make everyone pay – and the staging of these ensuing killings grows more and more predictable and protracted.
Frightmare (1983) was produced by Screenwriters. DVD distribution (for this particular release) has been coordinated by the fine folks at Troma Entertainment. As for the technical specifications? While I’m no trained video expert … wow. The film looks surprisingly good throughout: while it would be easy to nitpick the plainness of some sequences, Vane clearly had an idea of what he wanted to achieve and delivered. Lastly, if you’re looking for special features? The disc boasts multiple commentaries (Vane’s is a bit hard to listen to as it was conducted via telephone, and the audio is not that good), some interesting supplemental interviews, and a few other of the usual fare. It is a great assortment regardless, so kudos to Troma for as delivering the goods.
Alas … only Mildly Recommended.
As a junkie for older films, I appreciated what Frightmare (1983) set out to do with its slim narrative focus; and yet I found myself increasingly disappointed over what little it ultimately produced. Yes, it’s all more than a bit predictable; and, yes, there might be a scene here and there that could’ve been stronger. However, Mayne didn’t chew enough scenery anywhere in the picture to make be believe that his villain – Golden Age actor Conrad Radzoff – legitimately earned the reputation these film nerds attached to him. There’s even a thread dangled here and there that never quite gets followed up on – i.e. the fetching Donna clearly caught our lead’s lecherous eye in an early bit that never gets expanded – so the end result is – even in death – Radzoff was a bit too tame for authentic Horror history.
In the interests of fairness, I’m pleased to disclose that the fine folks at Troma provided me with a complimentary Blu-ray of Frightmare (1983) by request for the expressed purpose of completing this review. Their contribution to me in no way, shape, or form influenced my opinion of it.
-- EZ
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Cleopatra Entertainment is excited to announce the Feb 24th release of The Red Book Ritual: Gates of Hell on DVD.
THE RED BOOK RITUAL: GATES OF HELL is a chilling anthology film directed by Hernán Moyano, Carlos Baena, Hugo Cardozo, Nathan Crooker, Sonny Laguna, Dawson Taylor and Tommy Wiklund.
A story where the afterlife and supernatural beings unite in a dangerous and terrifying ritual, starring an impressive ensemble cast that includes Georgina Campbell (Barbarian, The Watchers); Misha Osherovich (Freaky); and Lucía Baez (The List), among others.
Robbie embarks on a dangerous quest to contact his deceased girlfriend through a ritual that summons the dead. He heads to an abandoned house with a group of young people to perform the "Red Book Ritual." But during the summoning, supernatural forces awaken. Now they must face ancient horrors to survive.
From the filmmakers behind Love, Death, and Robots and in the tradition of modern Halloween classics like Trick R Treat and All Hallows Eve (the film that spawned the Terrifier series), The Red Book Ritual: Gates of Hell is a titillating and terrifying experience!
BONUS MATERIALS: Trailer, slideshow, and more!
THE RED BOOK RITUAL: GATES OF HELL is a chilling anthology film directed by Hernán Moyano, Carlos Baena, Hugo Cardozo, Nathan Crooker, Sonny Laguna, Dawson Taylor and Tommy Wiklund.
A story where the afterlife and supernatural beings unite in a dangerous and terrifying ritual, starring an impressive ensemble cast that includes Georgina Campbell (Barbarian, The Watchers); Misha Osherovich (Freaky); and Lucía Baez (The List), among others.
Robbie embarks on a dangerous quest to contact his deceased girlfriend through a ritual that summons the dead. He heads to an abandoned house with a group of young people to perform the "Red Book Ritual." But during the summoning, supernatural forces awaken. Now they must face ancient horrors to survive.
From the filmmakers behind Love, Death, and Robots and in the tradition of modern Halloween classics like Trick R Treat and All Hallows Eve (the film that spawned the Terrifier series), The Red Book Ritual: Gates of Hell is a titillating and terrifying experience!
BONUS MATERIALS: Trailer, slideshow, and more!
About Cleopatria Entertainment:
Cleopatra Entertainment is the film division of L.A.’s iconic indie label Cleopatra Records, known for dark, music-driven, and genre-bending films. Since 2015, we've produced and distributed movies that blend horror, music, and subculture storytelling.
Our titles are available on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital platforms, with select projects reaching theaters. We continue to build a unique catalog of alternative films with a signature cinematic style.
Cleopatra Entertainment is the film division of L.A.’s iconic indie label Cleopatra Records, known for dark, music-driven, and genre-bending films. Since 2015, we've produced and distributed movies that blend horror, music, and subculture storytelling.
Our titles are available on Blu-ray, DVD, and digital platforms, with select projects reaching theaters. We continue to build a unique catalog of alternative films with a signature cinematic style.
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Philadelphia, PA – January 13, 2026 – Breaking Glass Pictures is proud to announce that the thriller/horror film THE HOUSE ON HILL STREET, written, directed, and produced by filmmaker Omar Rogers, is now streaming.
A tense and atmospheric slow-burn, THE HOUSE ON HILL STREET begins with a simple act of kindness that spirals into something far more disturbing. When a stranger asks for help, Gwen answers — and vanishes. Her home soon welcomes new guests, but unsettling rumors suggest the host may never have truly left.
Starring Naomi Williams (Iris), Neidra Bartley (Janiyah), Eric Hardyway (Khalil), and Malcolm Montgomery (De’Andre), the film explores themes of trust, consequence, and the unseen dangers that linger in familiar spaces. Blending psychological tension with supernatural undertones, the 61-minute feature delivers a compact yet haunting experience for horror and thriller audiences.
“When trying to fix someone else’s problem becomes yours,” said filmmaker Omar Rogers, describing the core idea behind the film.
Rogers also reflected on his collaboration with Breaking Glass Pictures:
“I chose to work with Breaking Glass because they do good business and make you feel like you’re part of the family.”
A tense and atmospheric slow-burn, THE HOUSE ON HILL STREET begins with a simple act of kindness that spirals into something far more disturbing. When a stranger asks for help, Gwen answers — and vanishes. Her home soon welcomes new guests, but unsettling rumors suggest the host may never have truly left.
Starring Naomi Williams (Iris), Neidra Bartley (Janiyah), Eric Hardyway (Khalil), and Malcolm Montgomery (De’Andre), the film explores themes of trust, consequence, and the unseen dangers that linger in familiar spaces. Blending psychological tension with supernatural undertones, the 61-minute feature delivers a compact yet haunting experience for horror and thriller audiences.
“When trying to fix someone else’s problem becomes yours,” said filmmaker Omar Rogers, describing the core idea behind the film.
Rogers also reflected on his collaboration with Breaking Glass Pictures:
“I chose to work with Breaking Glass because they do good business and make you feel like you’re part of the family.”
About Breaking Glass Pictures:
Founded in 2009 and based in Philadelphia, Breaking Glass Pictures is a leading independent film distribution company focused on delivering thought-provoking, inclusive, and impactful films to audiences worldwide. With a strong history of championing LGBTQ+ cinema, documentaries, and bold independent features, Breaking Glass proudly supports visionary storytellers who challenge convention and spotlight underrepresented voices.
Founded in 2009 and based in Philadelphia, Breaking Glass Pictures is a leading independent film distribution company focused on delivering thought-provoking, inclusive, and impactful films to audiences worldwide. With a strong history of championing LGBTQ+ cinema, documentaries, and bold independent features, Breaking Glass proudly supports visionary storytellers who challenge convention and spotlight underrepresented voices.
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Award-Winning Music Video/Features
Director Paul Boyd Turns Up The Volume
With Irreverent New Horror-Comedy
“SCARED TO DEATH”
Opening in Theatres Nationwide - Friday, March 13, 2026
Uniting horror legends Lin Shaye and Bill Moseley,
Rock icon Kurt Deimer, Daytime’s Beloved Victoria Konefal,
and Hollywood Royalty Rae Dawn Chong
LOS ANGELES, CA (January 15, 2026) Atlas Distribution Company has acquired film festival favorite, the star-filled irreverent horror comedy “Scared to Death.” Bald Man Films and Convoke Media present a Mirror Films Production of a Paul Boyd film, written and directed by Scottish filmmaker Paul Boyd (“I, Challenger,” “We Are Gathered Here Today”). It stars genre legends Lin Shaye (the Insidious franchise) and Bill Moseley ("The Devil’s Rejects," "Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2"), as well as Olivier Paris ("The Wrong Tutor"), Victoria Konefal ("Days of Our Lives"), B.J. Minor ('Grey’s Anatomy"), Jade Chynoweth ("The Last Ship"), legendary actress Rae Dawn Chong (The Color Purple”),Lucinda Jenney (“Practical Magic”), and introducing rock and roll frontman Kurt Deimer as the scene-stealer The Grog.
Atlas Distribution Company will release the film in cinemas across North America on Friday, March 13th, 2026 in major markets including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, Austin, San Diego, Houston, San Antonio, Miami, Tampa, Boston, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Nashville, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Cleveland, and many more.
Joining the ranks of epic horror films that sprang (albeit loosely) from true-life occurrences “The Exorcist,” “Jaws,” “The Amityville Horror,” A Nightmare on Elm Street,” and cult classic horror comedies “Young Frankenstein” “Shaun of the Dead,” and “Slither,” “Scared to Death” is a hell of a cinematic ride.
“The comedy came naturally from the conflict,” Boyd says. “Genre parody, with humor and horror closely linked. We wanted to deliver an enjoyable feast for audiences.”
In “Scared to Death,” a group of filmmakers attend a séance at an abandoned children’s orphanage to do research for a horror movie. Soon, supernatural events begin to manifest, in both horrific and darkly comical fashion. That’s their first mistake.
“To be honest, I never thought about shooting a horror film specifically,” producer Eric Barrett says. “I’m drawn to excellent storytelling, no matter the genre. What I like about this film is that it does cross into comedy, which is a fine line with horror.”
“Scared to Death delivers the kind of spine-tingling experience horror fans crave, while offering a fresh take on the haunted-house genre,” said Harmon Kaslow, President of Atlas Distribution Company. “With icons like Lin Shaye and Bill Moseley leading the cast, audiences are in for a terrifying and unforgettable ride.”
“Scared to Death” features a wealth of talent both onscreen and behind the camera. The film stars Lin Shaye, Bill Moseley, Olivier Paris, Victoria Konefal, B.J.Minor, Jade Chynoweth, Kurt Deimer, Lucinda Jenney, Rae Dawn Chong, Matt Carmody, Joline Towers, Alicia Tomasko, and Mair Flores. The filmmaking team is helmed by director Paul Boyd, producers Eric Barrett and Todd Slater, Executive Producers Kurt Deimer, Peter Tochet, Lin Shaye, and Steven Poster, ASC, casting by Lindsay Chag, CSA, edited by Ed Shiers, cinematography by Steven Poster, ASC, music composer Misha Segal, Production Design by Scott Campbell and featuring original songs by Kurt Deimer.
The deal was negotiated by producer Todd Slater of Convoke Media on behalf of the filmmakers, with Harmon Kaslow representing Atlas Distribution Company.
Atlas Distribution Company will release the film in cinemas across North America on Friday, March 13th, 2026 in major markets including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, Austin, San Diego, Houston, San Antonio, Miami, Tampa, Boston, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Nashville, Philadelphia, St. Louis, Cleveland, and many more.
Joining the ranks of epic horror films that sprang (albeit loosely) from true-life occurrences “The Exorcist,” “Jaws,” “The Amityville Horror,” A Nightmare on Elm Street,” and cult classic horror comedies “Young Frankenstein” “Shaun of the Dead,” and “Slither,” “Scared to Death” is a hell of a cinematic ride.
“The comedy came naturally from the conflict,” Boyd says. “Genre parody, with humor and horror closely linked. We wanted to deliver an enjoyable feast for audiences.”
In “Scared to Death,” a group of filmmakers attend a séance at an abandoned children’s orphanage to do research for a horror movie. Soon, supernatural events begin to manifest, in both horrific and darkly comical fashion. That’s their first mistake.
“To be honest, I never thought about shooting a horror film specifically,” producer Eric Barrett says. “I’m drawn to excellent storytelling, no matter the genre. What I like about this film is that it does cross into comedy, which is a fine line with horror.”
“Scared to Death delivers the kind of spine-tingling experience horror fans crave, while offering a fresh take on the haunted-house genre,” said Harmon Kaslow, President of Atlas Distribution Company. “With icons like Lin Shaye and Bill Moseley leading the cast, audiences are in for a terrifying and unforgettable ride.”
“Scared to Death” features a wealth of talent both onscreen and behind the camera. The film stars Lin Shaye, Bill Moseley, Olivier Paris, Victoria Konefal, B.J.Minor, Jade Chynoweth, Kurt Deimer, Lucinda Jenney, Rae Dawn Chong, Matt Carmody, Joline Towers, Alicia Tomasko, and Mair Flores. The filmmaking team is helmed by director Paul Boyd, producers Eric Barrett and Todd Slater, Executive Producers Kurt Deimer, Peter Tochet, Lin Shaye, and Steven Poster, ASC, casting by Lindsay Chag, CSA, edited by Ed Shiers, cinematography by Steven Poster, ASC, music composer Misha Segal, Production Design by Scott Campbell and featuring original songs by Kurt Deimer.
The deal was negotiated by producer Todd Slater of Convoke Media on behalf of the filmmakers, with Harmon Kaslow representing Atlas Distribution Company.
About Bald Man Films:
Specializing in producing genre content, Bald Man Films was founded by Cincinnati-born rock icon, actor, and producer Kurt Deimer. The company is the culmination of Deimer’s unconventional journey from the school of hard knocks, to entrepreneur, to rock musician, to acting in and producing films.
About Mirror Films:
Mirror Films is an emerging player in the film industry, recognized for its innovative approach to storytelling and commitment to producing high-quality, thought-provoking content. Founded by Eric Barrett, Mirror Films specializes in independent films that focuses on diverse narratives and documentaries that blend artistic vision with commercial appeal. Recent films include Scared to Death, Fight Like Hell and Echo in the Canyon, and the upcoming Relapse.
About Convoke Media:
Todd Slater is a senior media executive and investor operating at the intersection of global content, institutional capital, and scalable media platforms, and is the founder and principal of Convoke Media, a strategic investment and content firm focused on premium film, television, digital media, and adjacent sports and entertainment ventures with global commercial potential. Over the course of his career, Slater has financed, structured, or secured worldwide distribution for more than 150 motion pictures, while also leading principal investments across multiple media and technology platforms, consistently emphasizing scalable IP, global reach, and durable asset value. He previously served as Executive Vice President at both Philip Anschutz’s AEG media group and Paramount Pictures, where he held senior responsibility for content financing, distribution strategy, and commercial partnerships, with film credits including the Academy Award–winning Ray (Jamie Foxx), The Parts You Lose (Aaron Paul), Madame (Toni Collette), Sahara(Matthew McConaughey and Penélope Cruz), and Swimming Upstream (Geoffrey Rush). Earlier in his career, Slater built a foundation in private wealth management, investment banking, and public policy through roles at UBS Private Wealth Management, Meridian Capital’s Investment Banking Division, and senior congressional offices in Washington, D.C., experience that continues to inform his disciplined, globally minded investment approach; he has also been recognized by The Hollywood Reporter in its annual “Next Generation” issue honoring Hollywood’s leading executives.
About Atlas Distribution Company:
Atlas Distribution Company is a leading independent U.S. film distributor having theatrically released more than 50 titles. Atlas leverages CinemaCloudWorks, a proprietary technology platform offering independent filmmakers access to studio-level tools and analytics to help ensure a successful theatrical release. CinemaCloudWorks has empowered over 1200 films since its launch. For more information about Atlas Distribution Company please visit: https://atlasdistribution.com/
Specializing in producing genre content, Bald Man Films was founded by Cincinnati-born rock icon, actor, and producer Kurt Deimer. The company is the culmination of Deimer’s unconventional journey from the school of hard knocks, to entrepreneur, to rock musician, to acting in and producing films.
About Mirror Films:
Mirror Films is an emerging player in the film industry, recognized for its innovative approach to storytelling and commitment to producing high-quality, thought-provoking content. Founded by Eric Barrett, Mirror Films specializes in independent films that focuses on diverse narratives and documentaries that blend artistic vision with commercial appeal. Recent films include Scared to Death, Fight Like Hell and Echo in the Canyon, and the upcoming Relapse.
About Convoke Media:
Todd Slater is a senior media executive and investor operating at the intersection of global content, institutional capital, and scalable media platforms, and is the founder and principal of Convoke Media, a strategic investment and content firm focused on premium film, television, digital media, and adjacent sports and entertainment ventures with global commercial potential. Over the course of his career, Slater has financed, structured, or secured worldwide distribution for more than 150 motion pictures, while also leading principal investments across multiple media and technology platforms, consistently emphasizing scalable IP, global reach, and durable asset value. He previously served as Executive Vice President at both Philip Anschutz’s AEG media group and Paramount Pictures, where he held senior responsibility for content financing, distribution strategy, and commercial partnerships, with film credits including the Academy Award–winning Ray (Jamie Foxx), The Parts You Lose (Aaron Paul), Madame (Toni Collette), Sahara(Matthew McConaughey and Penélope Cruz), and Swimming Upstream (Geoffrey Rush). Earlier in his career, Slater built a foundation in private wealth management, investment banking, and public policy through roles at UBS Private Wealth Management, Meridian Capital’s Investment Banking Division, and senior congressional offices in Washington, D.C., experience that continues to inform his disciplined, globally minded investment approach; he has also been recognized by The Hollywood Reporter in its annual “Next Generation” issue honoring Hollywood’s leading executives.
About Atlas Distribution Company:
Atlas Distribution Company is a leading independent U.S. film distributor having theatrically released more than 50 titles. Atlas leverages CinemaCloudWorks, a proprietary technology platform offering independent filmmakers access to studio-level tools and analytics to help ensure a successful theatrical release. CinemaCloudWorks has empowered over 1200 films since its launch. For more information about Atlas Distribution Company please visit: https://atlasdistribution.com/
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Check out the Official Trailer and Poster for Brainstorm Media's DIABOLIC
Directed by Daniel J. Phillips and starring Elizabeth Cullen (Elvis), John Harlan Kim (The Little Things), and Mia Challis (Outer Banks), DIABOLIC is a FLDS religious horror that follows a woman seeking a cure and becomes the target of a vengeful witch’s spirit.
Synopsis: A woman must return to the fundamentalist compound where she was raised after she is haunted by the vengeful spirit of a cursed witch.
Directed by: Daniel J. Phillips
Written by: Mike Harding, Daniel J. Phillips, Ticia Madsen
Producers: Grant Hardie, Vasili Papanicolou, Mark Patterson, Daniel J. Phillips, Silvio Salom
Cast: Elizabeth Cullen, John Kim, Mia Challis, Robin Goldsworthy, Genevieve Mooy
Runtime: 95 mins
Directed by Daniel J. Phillips and starring Elizabeth Cullen (Elvis), John Harlan Kim (The Little Things), and Mia Challis (Outer Banks), DIABOLIC is a FLDS religious horror that follows a woman seeking a cure and becomes the target of a vengeful witch’s spirit.
Synopsis: A woman must return to the fundamentalist compound where she was raised after she is haunted by the vengeful spirit of a cursed witch.
Directed by: Daniel J. Phillips
Written by: Mike Harding, Daniel J. Phillips, Ticia Madsen
Producers: Grant Hardie, Vasili Papanicolou, Mark Patterson, Daniel J. Phillips, Silvio Salom
Cast: Elizabeth Cullen, John Kim, Mia Challis, Robin Goldsworthy, Genevieve Mooy
Runtime: 95 mins
About Brainstorm Media:
"Our 28-year-old independent film distribution company has evolved with the changing landscape of distribution. Since our inception in 1995, Brainstorm Media has had a forward-thinking approach to a growing digital marketplace, establishing early video-on-demand deals with major tech platforms. With an ethos of adaptability, we continue to expand our network of partners and explore unique models of distribution. Our growing all-rights business builds custom marketing and publicity campaigns that include both traditional opportunities as well as targeted tactics to capture audiences where they are. Under the leadership of CEO Michelle Shwarzstein, Brainstorm’s mission is to realize focused and creative distribution strategies for our content partners.
"Our 28-year-old independent film distribution company has evolved with the changing landscape of distribution. Since our inception in 1995, Brainstorm Media has had a forward-thinking approach to a growing digital marketplace, establishing early video-on-demand deals with major tech platforms. With an ethos of adaptability, we continue to expand our network of partners and explore unique models of distribution. Our growing all-rights business builds custom marketing and publicity campaigns that include both traditional opportunities as well as targeted tactics to capture audiences where they are. Under the leadership of CEO Michelle Shwarzstein, Brainstorm’s mission is to realize focused and creative distribution strategies for our content partners.
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From YouTube.com:
Are you ready for ... The Bride?
From Maggie Gyllenhaal (Academy Award-nominated writer/director of The Lost Daughter) and starring Academy Award nominee Jessie Buckley and Academy Award winner Christian Bale comes THE BRIDE! A bold, iconoclastic take on one of the world’s most compelling stories.
A lonely Frankenstein (Bale) travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious (five-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening) to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride (Buckley) is born. What ensues is beyond what either of them imagined: Murder! Possession! A wild and radical cultural movement! And outlaw lovers in a wild and combustible romance!
The film stars Buckley, Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, with Bening, Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and Oscar winner Penélope Cruz. Maggie Gyllenhaal directs from her own screenplay and produces alongside Oscar nominee Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Talia Kleinhendler and Osnat Handelsman Keren. The executive producers are Carla Raij, David Webb and Courtney Kivowitz.
Gyllenhaal is supported behind the camera by a team of award-winning film artisans, including director of photography Lawrence Sher, production designer Karen Murphy, editor Dylan Tichenor, music supervisor Randall Poster, composer Hildur Gudnadóttir and costume designer Sandy Powell.
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A First Love Films / In The Current Company Production, A Maggie Gyllenhaal Film: THE BRIDE!. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, only in theaters and IMAX in North America on March 6, 2026, and internationally beginning 4 March 2026.
Are you ready for ... The Bride?
From Maggie Gyllenhaal (Academy Award-nominated writer/director of The Lost Daughter) and starring Academy Award nominee Jessie Buckley and Academy Award winner Christian Bale comes THE BRIDE! A bold, iconoclastic take on one of the world’s most compelling stories.
A lonely Frankenstein (Bale) travels to 1930s Chicago to ask groundbreaking scientist Dr. Euphronious (five-time Oscar nominee Annette Bening) to create a companion for him. The two revive a murdered young woman and The Bride (Buckley) is born. What ensues is beyond what either of them imagined: Murder! Possession! A wild and radical cultural movement! And outlaw lovers in a wild and combustible romance!
The film stars Buckley, Bale, Peter Sarsgaard, with Bening, Academy Award nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, and Oscar winner Penélope Cruz. Maggie Gyllenhaal directs from her own screenplay and produces alongside Oscar nominee Emma Tillinger Koskoff, Talia Kleinhendler and Osnat Handelsman Keren. The executive producers are Carla Raij, David Webb and Courtney Kivowitz.
Gyllenhaal is supported behind the camera by a team of award-winning film artisans, including director of photography Lawrence Sher, production designer Karen Murphy, editor Dylan Tichenor, music supervisor Randall Poster, composer Hildur Gudnadóttir and costume designer Sandy Powell.
Warner Bros. Pictures Presents A First Love Films / In The Current Company Production, A Maggie Gyllenhaal Film: THE BRIDE!. The film will be distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, only in theaters and IMAX in North America on March 6, 2026, and internationally beginning 4 March 2026.
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On February 24, Arrow Video presents the blockbuster science fiction western Westworld in its global 4K UHD debut. Director and writer Michael Crichton (author of the bestselling novel Jurassic Park) thrilled and scared viewers with what technology can do at an immersive amusement park. The Limited Edition release features a brand new 4K restoration from the original negative by Arrow Films, hours of special features, and newly commissioned extras. There is also a Blu-ray release.
Peter Martin (Richard Benjamin, Love at First Bite) and John Blane (James Brolin, The Amityville Horror) visit the futuristic Delos resort, which allows guests to fully experience life in medieval times, the Roman era, and the American West. Martin and Blane choose to be cowboys in Westworld, ready for a rip-roaring escape from reality. What sets Westworld apart from a family-friendly theme park like Disneyland’s Frontierland is that its employees are androids, designed to be fully indulged by the guests. The android locals won’t shoot back in a duel or resist being taken to bed. This proves useful as Martin and Blane repeatedly fire their six-shooters at The Gunslinger (Yul Brynner, The Magnificent Seven) to sharpen their showdown skills. It’s the holiday of a lifetime until something goes wrong with the park’s computer programming. Suddenly, the androids are no longer subservient to the humans. Can the duo survive the Old West when fantasy becomes reality and the Gunslinger finally draws on them?
Special features include a 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible); the original restored lossless 4-channel stereo, 2.0 stereo, and 1.0 mono audio options and an optional remixed 5.1 DTS-HD MA surround audio; optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing; a brand new audio commentary; a newly filmed conversation between actor Richard Benjamin and producer/screenwriter Larry Karaszewski (Ed Wood); brand new video interviews with actor James Brolin and producer Paul N. Lazarus III; a brand new video appreciation; an archival behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film; the pilot episode of the television series Beyond Westworld; the theatrical trailer; image gallery; a perfect bound booklet; double-sided fold-out poster; and six postcard-sized artcards.
Peter Martin (Richard Benjamin, Love at First Bite) and John Blane (James Brolin, The Amityville Horror) visit the futuristic Delos resort, which allows guests to fully experience life in medieval times, the Roman era, and the American West. Martin and Blane choose to be cowboys in Westworld, ready for a rip-roaring escape from reality. What sets Westworld apart from a family-friendly theme park like Disneyland’s Frontierland is that its employees are androids, designed to be fully indulged by the guests. The android locals won’t shoot back in a duel or resist being taken to bed. This proves useful as Martin and Blane repeatedly fire their six-shooters at The Gunslinger (Yul Brynner, The Magnificent Seven) to sharpen their showdown skills. It’s the holiday of a lifetime until something goes wrong with the park’s computer programming. Suddenly, the androids are no longer subservient to the humans. Can the duo survive the Old West when fantasy becomes reality and the Gunslinger finally draws on them?
Special features include a 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible); the original restored lossless 4-channel stereo, 2.0 stereo, and 1.0 mono audio options and an optional remixed 5.1 DTS-HD MA surround audio; optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing; a brand new audio commentary; a newly filmed conversation between actor Richard Benjamin and producer/screenwriter Larry Karaszewski (Ed Wood); brand new video interviews with actor James Brolin and producer Paul N. Lazarus III; a brand new video appreciation; an archival behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film; the pilot episode of the television series Beyond Westworld; the theatrical trailer; image gallery; a perfect bound booklet; double-sided fold-out poster; and six postcard-sized artcards.
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On February 17, the star-studded intergalactic paranormal cult epic The Visitor makes its universal 4K UHD debut. Producer Ovidio G. Assonitis (Beyond The Door) conjures up a brilliantly bizarre battle between good and evil. The Limited Edition release features a brand new 4K restoration of the 109-min European version of the film from the original 35mm camera negative by Arrow Films, hours of special features, and newly commissioned extras.
Heavenly leader Yahweh (Franco Nero, Django) assigns Jerzy Colsowicz (John Huston, Chinatown) to locate the children of his vanquished rival, Zatteen. Jerzy’s trail leads to Atlanta, where one of the offspring, Katy Collins (Paige Conner, Little Darlings), uses her telekinetic powers to trigger a massive explosion at the end of a professional basketball game. The chaos pleases Raymond Armstead (Lance Henriksen, Aliens), the owner of the victorious team and the lover of Katy’s mother, Barbara (Joanne Nail, Switchblade Sisters). Armstead and a cabal of secretive men harbor a diabolical plan involving both mother and daughter to resurrect Zatteen. As Katy’s mystical powers grow stronger by the day, the threat becomes increasingly uncontrollable. Mel Ferrer (The Pyjama Girl Case), Shelley Winters (Lolita), and Sam Peckinpah (director of The Wild Bunch) appear in a hallucinatory, genre-defying battle that stretches across the cosmos.
Special features include a 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible); original lossless mono audio and an optional remixed 5.1 DTS-HD MA surround audio; optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing; a brand new audio commentary, brand new visual essays; archival interviews with actor Lance Henriksen and others; the theatrical trailer; image gallery; and a collectors booklet.
Heavenly leader Yahweh (Franco Nero, Django) assigns Jerzy Colsowicz (John Huston, Chinatown) to locate the children of his vanquished rival, Zatteen. Jerzy’s trail leads to Atlanta, where one of the offspring, Katy Collins (Paige Conner, Little Darlings), uses her telekinetic powers to trigger a massive explosion at the end of a professional basketball game. The chaos pleases Raymond Armstead (Lance Henriksen, Aliens), the owner of the victorious team and the lover of Katy’s mother, Barbara (Joanne Nail, Switchblade Sisters). Armstead and a cabal of secretive men harbor a diabolical plan involving both mother and daughter to resurrect Zatteen. As Katy’s mystical powers grow stronger by the day, the threat becomes increasingly uncontrollable. Mel Ferrer (The Pyjama Girl Case), Shelley Winters (Lolita), and Sam Peckinpah (director of The Wild Bunch) appear in a hallucinatory, genre-defying battle that stretches across the cosmos.
Special features include a 4K (2160p) UHD Blu-ray presentation in Dolby Vision (HDR10 compatible); original lossless mono audio and an optional remixed 5.1 DTS-HD MA surround audio; optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing; a brand new audio commentary, brand new visual essays; archival interviews with actor Lance Henriksen and others; the theatrical trailer; image gallery; and a collectors booklet.