PREVIEW: Lanier (2025 Film) History Resurfaces in This Lake-Based Horror - Arrives on Digital This May

A peaceful weekend turns into a nightmare in Lanier, a tense horror thriller inspired by true events and set around Georgia’s infamous Lake Lanier. Written and directed by William Eric Bush-Anderson and Cindy Kunz-Anderson, this eerie feature debut surfaces on UK digital platforms from 5 May, courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films.

The story follows Detective Jeff Stevenson (Ali Ashtigo), who sets off to Lake Lanier with his wife (Jamie Lee) to celebrate their daughter’s birthday. The trip soon takes a dark turn when Jeff is pulled into a suspicious drowning investigation, teaming up with local detective Daniel Wilson (Jarrett Michael Collins – Captain America: Brave New World, Johnson).

While working the case, Daniel raises unsettling theories about the lake being haunted and built over the submerged town of Oscarville, a once-thriving Black community destroyed in 1912. Jeff, however, dismisses the idea, a decision that leads to dire consequences.

As masked intruders break into his home, Jeff is forced to confront a terrifying threat to his family and question everything he thought he knew about the lake and its secrets.

Lanier explores the disturbing legacy and local legends tied to one of America’s most notorious bodies of water, offering a chilling take on a true historical tragedy.

Available on digital from 5 May via Reel 2 Reel Films.

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COMPETITION: Win The House of the Devil on Blu-ray

Ti West – one of the most prominent horror filmmakers of his generation – continues to bring the fear with his wickedly entertaining horrors that include X, Pearl, MaXXXine, The Sacrament and now his lauded 2009, Satanic scare fest – The House of the Devil is the latest cult horror to get a brand-new Second Sight Films Limited Edition makeover this April.

And to celebrate we have a copy on standard Blu-ray to give away!

Synopsis:

1983, USA, we meet skint college student Samantha Hughes (Donahue), who, desperate for money, spots an ad for a mysterious babysitting job and convinces her best friend (Gerwig) to drive her to the remote house. Unbeknownst to her the job coincides with a full lunar eclipse and on arrival it dawns on her that this is no ordinary childminding gig, there’s way more to her new employer than meets the eye.

Slowly as the tension builds it becomes apparent that true terror awaits.  As the real reason she’s been hired is revealed, Samantha is confronted with unimaginable horror beyond her darkest nightmares and it could cost her everything.

The Limited Edition is presented in a stunning rigid slipcase with new artwork by Nick Charge, along with a brilliantly informative 70-page book with brand new essays. Both formats come complete with a slew of new interviews, new audio commentaries and a Making Of featurette. Please see full list below.

Time to make a move with The House of the Devil – but enter at your own risk for a truly terrifying, but devilishly delightful collector’s edition.

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Who has created the new artwork for the The House of the Devil Limited Edition release?

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What is the name of the character played by David Pareja in The Coffee Table?

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1. Closing date 05-05-25

2. No alternative prize is available

3. When the competition ends as indicated on this page, any and all entries received after this point will not count and emails blacklisted due to not checking this page first.

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COMPETITION: Win The Coffee Table on Blu-ray

Make room for The Coffee Table (aka La mesita del comedor), a wickedly original horror from Spain, helmed by Caye Casas (Killing God) who also co-wrote with Cristina Borobia (RIP). The film certainly made a big noise and had stomachs churning on its original release and is now set for pride of place in your home, as Second Sight Films announce a fantastic new Limited Edition Blu-ray release this Spring.

The Coffee Table has been described as ‘Horror film of the year… one of the most distressing nightmares of recent horror cinema’ (El Mundo, Spain) and ‘A genre-leaping marvel, a farce, a melodrama, now a tragedy, uproariously funny until it is not at all’ (Projected Figures) and is now set for a collector’s edition makeover. The set will come complete with a new audio commentary, new interviews with the director, actors and many more as well as two of Caye Casas’ short films. The stunning set is presented in a rigid slipcase with new artwork by Luke Headland and a 120-page book with new essays. It will be released on 28 April 2025 alongside a Standard Edition Blu-ray version.

And to celebrate we have a copy on standard Blu-ray to give away!

Synopsis:

David Pareja (Amigo) and Estefanía de los Santos (Jaulas) give gobsmackingly brilliant performances as Jesus and María, a couple going through a tough time in their relationship, following the recent arrival of their newborn son. The fiery pair are struggling with the pressures that a new baby brings and their bickering only amplifies on a shopping trip to buy furniture that’s about to change their lives forever.

What begins as a simple disagreement over which coffee table to buy quickly descends into a shocking and tragic event that will rip their lives apart.

The film, co-starring Josep Maria Riera, Claudia Riera and Eduardo Antuña promises an excruciatingly uncomfortable and harrowing experience, with a darker-than-dark sense of humour.

Sit down with The Coffee Table for a fantastically horrifying feature that you’ll never forget and will certainly want to make the centre piece of your collection.

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What is the name of the character played by David Pareja in The Coffee Table?

Send your name, address and of course the answer to competition365@outlook.com

Quick Terms and conditions - For full T&C click here

1. Closing date 05-05-25

2. No alternative prize is available

3. When the competition ends as indicated on this page, any and all entries received after this point will not count and emails blacklisted due to not checking this page first.

4. Winners will be chosen randomly and will be informed via email.

5. Entries that come directly from other websites will not be accepted.

PREVIEW: It Feeds (2025 Film) - A Supernatural Nightmare Arrives This May

 

Get ready for a chilling descent into terror as It Feeds arrives on digital platforms from 12 May. This supernatural horror, rated 15 and running 102 minutes, promises a nerve-shredding experience with a stellar cast and a sinister, gripping storyline.

The film follows Jordan and her clairvoyant mother, whose quiet home psychiatry practice takes a horrifying turn when a young girl arrives, claiming she is being hunted by a malevolent entity. As they try to uncover the truth behind her torment, they realise the creature’s hunger is growing,and time is running out before it consumes her completely.

Starring Ashley Greene (Twilight), Shawn Ashmore (X-Men), Mark Taylor (Cinderella Man), and Ellie O’Brien (Designated Survivor), It Feeds blends psychological tension with supernatural terror. Directed by horror veteran Chad Archibald (I'll Take Your Dead), the film delivers an unsettling mix of dread, suspense, and shocking twists.

Distributed by Signature Entertainment, It Feeds will be available on digital platforms from 12 May, ready to haunt audiences at home. If you’re looking for a horror film that lingers long after the credits roll, this one is not to be missed, just be sure to leave the lights on.

PREVIEW: Womb (2025 Film) - Harrowing Survival Horror Arrives on Digital This April

 

Brace yourself for an unrelenting fight for survival in Womb, a brutal and emotionally charged horror inspired by true events. Directed by Bridget Smith (Sno Babies, The Retaliators), this disturbing new film will be released on digital in the UK on 28 April, courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films.

Set deep in the wilderness, Womb follows Hayley, a pregnant woman and recovering addict, portrayed by Taylor Hanks (The Giant), who is determined to rebuild her life. With the support of her fiancé, played by Myles Clohessy (Instinct, Blue Bloods), Hayley embarks on a peaceful getaway to a remote cabin with her soon-to-be sister-in-law, Martha (Ellen Adair – The Sinner, Homeland).

But their escape quickly unravels into a nightmare when Hayley becomes the target of a twisted killer, obsessed with abducting her unborn child. Isolated, terrified, and forced into a life-or-death struggle, Hayley must summon every ounce of strength to protect herself and her baby from the unimaginable.

Drawing on the real-world horror of foetal abduction cases, Womb goes beyond the conventions of slasher cinema to explore the terrifying psychology behind obsession, trauma, and survival. With an unflinching approach and a tense, claustrophobic atmosphere, Bridget Smith delivers a stark and chilling portrayal of a mother’s will to survive against all odds.

Critics have praised the film’s raw emotional depth and relentless pacing, with Overly Honest Reviews calling it “a chilling exploration of the darkest corners of human obsession.”

For those brave enough to face it, Womb promises a gripping, visceral experience that lingers long after the credits roll.

Womb will be available on digital platforms from 28 April 2025.

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PREVIEW: To Thy Rest (2025 Film) - Award-Winning Supernatural Horror Arrives This April

 

Prepare for a chilling descent into madness as To Thy Rest, the award-winning supernatural horror from director Darren McStay, makes its digital debut on 21 April, released by Miracle Media.

Set against the haunting backdrop of rural Finland, this atmospheric Nordic horror follows Arther, a travelling spiritual medium, played by Rikki Chamberlain (Captain Mack), who is invited to a remote hotel for the final séance of his tour. What begins as a routine performance quickly spirals into a nightmarish experience as Arther is plagued by disturbing visions, disembodied whispers, and unexplainable encounters that blur the line between reality and illusion.

As the séance approaches, Arther delves into the hotel's murky history, uncovering dark secrets and a malevolent presence that threatens to consume him. The deeper he digs, the more he questions his sanity, until he is forced to confront the unsettling truth behind the building’s sinister past, and his own role in what is unfolding.

To Thy Rest has earned critical acclaim on the festival circuit, praised for its creeping tension, strong central performance, and evocative setting. Darren McStay’s feature weaves a slow-burning tale of psychological terror, combining elements of gothic horror with Nordic folklore to deliver a truly unsettling experience.

For horror fans seeking an atmospheric tale of isolation, possession, and paranoia, To Thy Rest promises a fear-filled journey into the unknown.

To Thy Rest will be available on digital platforms from 21 April 2025.

PREVIEW: Human Resources (2025 Film) - Award-Winning Workplace Horror Unleashed This April

 

Enter the workplace from hell with Human Resources, a gripping and sinister horror set to make its UK digital debut on 21 April via Miracle Media. The film marks the impressive feature debut of rising talent Braden Swope, who wrote, directed, edited, and produced the film at just 19 years old.

This eerie and award-winning horror follows Sam, a nervous student trying to make ends meet, played by Hugh McCrae Jr. (The Night They Came Home). Taking a job at the seemingly ordinary Brooke’s Hardware Store, Sam soon discovers something is deeply wrong behind the shopfront. When a former employee mysteriously vanishes, Sam joins forces with his jaded colleague Sarah, played by Sarah José (Runaway), to investigate the store’s hidden secrets.

What begins as curiosity quickly spirals into a nightmare, as the pair uncover a disturbing and deadly conspiracy that goes far beyond missing staff. With chilling discoveries lurking in the stockrooms and terrifying truths buried beneath the aisles, Sam and Sarah find themselves entangled in a horror that reaches far beyond what either of them could have imagined.

With themes of corporate control, paranoia, and personal responsibility, Human Resources blends psychological horror with a creeping sense of dread. Praised on the festival circuit for its unique setting and atmospheric tension, the film showcases Swope’s bold vision and knack for building suspense in the most unexpected places.

Human Resources is a terrifying reminder that some jobs come with more than just stress—sometimes, they come with consequences that can’t be clocked out of.

Human Resources is available on digital platforms from 21 April 2025.

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