I saw 16 films at Frightfest 2016 and whilst it was evident much toil and graft went into making them, sadly some horrified me for the wrong reasons. Here are micro-reviews for the films which did not make my Top 10. (more…)

Viral won’t be hitting UK DVD stores until later in the year however you can find my review for @UKHorrorScene here. The trailer can also be found beyond the break, although be warned it is packed with spoilers! (more…)

Ruggero Deodato’s 1980 home invasion thriller has experienced a troubled past in the UK. Initially rejected by the BBFC for certification due its extreme violence, it was later added to the infamous DPP list of ‘video nasties’ when uncut VHS copies were found in circulation. (more…)

So some exciting news… Alongside my own reviews here on Grave Misdemeanours I will also be reviewing films and shorts for UK Horror Scene (@UKHorrorScene). First up is Abner Pastoll’s Road Games (2015) which will be screening at this year’s Frightfest followed by a UK DVD release through Icon and Frightfest’s own label on 29th August 2016. The review can be found here. (more…)

Back in the early 1980’s Stephen King wrote a tale of infant resurrection, a story he freely admits finding very difficult to write and indeed only submitted for publication due to his need to fulfil contractual obligations. In 1988, his novel was adapted for the big screen by Paramount and directed by Mary Lambert, an upcoming name in the world of music video direction but still a novice in terms of film making. Made on a budget of $11.5m and grossing almost $60m domestically it has built up a large cult following since its release in 1989. (more…)