Cert 18 | 84 mins | 2018
4 stars of old school hack and slash.
Leatherface is written by Seth M. Sherwood (Fruitcake) based on characters created by Kim Henkel and Tobe Hooper, the writer and director of the original Texas Chainsaw Massacre films. It is directed by Alexandre Bustillo (Inside, Among the Living) and Julien Maury (Livid, ABCs of Death 2) and takes the concept of a…more
Cert 15 | 103 mins | 2007
4 stars of historical animated action and adventure.
Sword of the Stranger was originally released in 2007 and was written and produced by Studio Bones (Fullmetal Alchemist, Noragami) and directed by Masahiro Andō. It is presented here on Dual Format Blu-ray and DVD with both the English Dub and the original Japanese track with English subtitles.
“Those who have no skill require harsh instruction…more
Cert 12 | 91 mins | 2017
2 stars for this very disappointing film adaptation.
The Dark Tower is based upon the series of the same name written by Stephen King (Gerald’s Game, It) and consisting of eight books. It is directed by Nikolaj Arcel (Kings Game, A Royal Affair) who also co-wrote the screenplay along with Akiva Goldsman (A Beautiful Mind), Jeff Pinkner (The 5th Wave) and…more
Cert 15 | 85 mins | 2017
4 star crazy, surreal and very gory action horror.
Tag is written and directed by Sion Sono (Tokyo Tribe, Suicide Club) and is a rollercoaster ride of surrealism, feminism and blood. Despite its fifteen certificate this film is most certainly not for the faint hearted. It is presented by Eureka in Japanese with English subtitles.
“But maybe our destiny is decided. We’re…more
Cert 18 | 96 mins | 1976
4 star brutal Blaxploitation horror/thriller.
First released in 1976, JD’s Revenge was one of various Blaxploitation films to move into the horror market, alongside Blacula and Blackenstein.
It was written by Jaison Starkes (The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh) and directed by Arthur Marks (Detroit 9000, A Woman For All Men). It is presented here on Blu-ray following 2K restoration courtesy of Arrow…more
Cert 15 | 130 mins | 2017
5 stars of insightful and beautiful anime.
A Silent Voice is based on the manga of the same name written and illustrated by Yoshitoki Ōima. The screenplay is written by Reiko Yoshida and the film is directed by Naoko Yamada (K-On!!).
“You know something. We’re all sick of your notebook. It’s getting pretty old, pretty fast.”
The film opens with our protagonist Shōya Ishida (Robbie Daymond – Final Fantasy XV)…more
Cert 18 | 94 mins | 2017
5 star all time classic horror re-released on limited edition Blu-ray Steelbook.
Just to make us all feel really old, Hellraiser is currently being re-shown in UK cinemas to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its release.
It was first shown in 1987 and is written and directed by Clive Barker (Nightbreed, Candyman) and was his astonishingly self assured directorial debut.
“No tears please.…more
