GRINDHOUSE RELEASING TO THEATRICALLY DISTRIBUTE INDEPENDENT-INTERNATIONAL PICTURES LIBRARY: "Grindhouse Releasing has picked up the torch of drive-in movie mogul Samuel M. Sherman to theatrically distribute the library of Independent-International Pictures.
Grindhouse negotiated the deal with Sherman through David Sehring of Drive In-Sanity. Grindhouse was gearing up to announce the partnership when the legendary exploitation-film showman died on September 29, just days after signing the contract.
"Sam Sherman was one of the all-time great exploitation film producers and distributors," said Grindhouse Releasing owner Bob Murawski. "I always dreamed of working with him and am honored we were his last movie deal."
Sherman produced DRACULA VS. FRANKENSTEIN, SATAN'S SADISTS, BRAIN OF BLOOD, and many other low-budget drive-in wonders with his business partner, director Al Adamson.
Independent-International also brought many European genre films to the U.S., including the Italian giallo classic ALL THE COLORS OF THE DARK (1972), starring Edwige Fenech and directed by Sergio Martino, the horrific German krimi CREATURE WITH THE BLUE HAND (1967), starring Klaus Kinski, and FRANKENSTEIN'S BLOODY TERROR (1971), the 3-D monster mash that introduced Spanish horror star Paul Naschy.
FRANKENSTEIN'S BLOODY TERROR is available now for theaters in both 3-D and 2-D versions from Grindhouse Releasing. Grindhouse plans to present a drive-in tribute to Sam Sherman in 2026.
Other titles returning to the big screen from Grindhouse include Al Adamson's brutal SATAN'S SADISTS, starring Russ Tamblyn, and MIDNIGHT, the 1981 backwoods cult horror from NIGHT OF THE LIVING DEAD co-author John Russo.
Grindhouse Releasing's head of theatrical distribution David Szulkin will handle bookings of the Independent-International library.
For more information visit www.GrindhouseReleasing.com"
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Untouchables Entertainment Debuts First Look at Winnie-the-Pooh in New Teaser THE DARK DOMAIN: MICKEY-VS-WINNIE: "Untouchables Entertainment is excited to unveil the latest trailer for Glenn Douglas Packard's highly anticipated “versus” horror film, The Dark Domain: Mickey-vs-Winnie. The teaser features the first look at Dark Winnie, based on A.A. Milne’s original Winnie-the-Pooh character, with rising star Givanni Gotay stepping into the role.
Genre star Fayna Sanchez (Abraham's Boys, House of Ashes) will appear as Clare, on a mission to protect her friends from the horrors of their past and the danger in their present.
This chilling new addition to the emerging public domain horror sub-genre pits two beloved childhood icons against each other in a monstrous battle for survival. The Dark Domain: Mickey-vs-Winnie marks the first public domain crossover film. The twisted fairytale, set in the Hell Forest, is expected to premiere in 2026.
In The Dark Domain: Mickey-vs-Winnie, the nostalgic public domain figures of Steamboat Willie’s Mickey and A.A. Milne’s original Winnie-the-Pooh are reimagined into bloodthirsty killing machines, Dark Mickey (Daniel Wilkinson, Pitchfork) and Dark Winnie (Gotay). These twisted icons wreak havoc in an unrelenting horror showdown, challenging everything fans thought they knew about these childhood figures.
Glenn Douglas Packard, an Emmy nominated choreographer turned filmmaker (Pitchfork, E!'s Men of the Strip), is excited to unleash his new cinematic universe, The Dark Domain, on the public. "As a director, I was committed to creating the most authentic and intense atmosphere possible. We even brought in a body-piercing suspension artist. It was an intense experience for the cast, a few even vomited. When it was all said and done, we knew we’d done more than just pay homage to public domain horror, we elevated it. We gave horror fans exactly what they’ve been craving from this sub-genre. It’s a first-of-its-kind crossover showdown between two childhood icons, the gore is real, the terror is relentless, and the nostalgia is twisted beyond recognition.”
Packard and Phillips worked together to craft their interpretations of the characters, with Dark Winnie envisioned as “Jason Voorhees levels up into the Predator”, while Dark Mickey embodies a mix of “Pennywise meets Freddy Krueger.”
A century ago, two convicts disappeared into Hell Forest, a place feared for its dark legends and whispers of a malevolent curse. Their mysterious vanishing marked the beginning of tales about a sinister force lurking within the forest, feeding on those who dared to enter.
In the present day, a group of childhood friends, each haunted by their own unresolved traumas and fears, feels an inexplicable pull to return to the reform school they once attended. Nestled in the center of the forest's dark heart, the abandoned hell-camp stands as a decaying monument to their lost innocence. Its walls echoing with secrets and forgotten horrors. Each of them is drawn by a force they cannot understand, as if the forest itself is calling them to confront the darkness of their anxieties, regrets, and unhealed wounds.
The forest takes shape in the grotesque forms of twisted versions of two beloved childhood figures: Dark Mickey and Dark Winnie. These monstrous entities, born from the darkest corners of the group's psyche, embody their worst fears and regrets—Dark Mickey, a sinister manipulator and bloodthirsty force of chaos, and Dark Winnie, a feral predator who thrives on destruction.
As the two clash in a violent, unrelenting battle, their fight becomes more than just a physical confrontation. These twisted incarnations, born from the group's own inner demons, force them to face not only the nightmarish creatures but also the darkness within themselves."
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Bugonia Available to Watch at Home Starting Tomorrow: "Hailed by critics and audiences alike, Focus Features’ BUGONIA arrives exclusively on digital platforms to buy or rent November 25, 2025, and on 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on December 23, 2025, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Five-time Oscar-nominee Yorgos Lanthimos masterfully directs his most compelling film yet with a satirical, thrilling edge, and out-of-this world plot twists. Hailed by critics as a “master provocateur,” (Slant Magazine), Lanthimos draws audiences into a paranoia and leaves them questioning what really happens behind the curtains of power. Suspense, social relevancy, and dark comedic chemistry between opposing characters Emma Stone (Poor Things, The Favourite) and Jesse Plemons (Killers of the Flower Moon, The Power of the Dog) fuel this genre-defying thriller, with every interaction hiding a secret and trust being the most dangerous currency.
A wildly entertaining psychological thriller, the film follows two conspiracy-obsessed young men who kidnap a powerful CEO they believe is an alien out to destroy humanity. What begins as a paranoid act spirals into a battle of delusions and control—one as viscerally unpredictable as it is provocative.
BUGONIA also features mesmerizing performances by Stavros Halkias (Let’s Start a Cult, “Tires”), Aidan Delbis, Marc T. Lewis, Vanessa Eng, and Alicia Silverstone (Clueless, Batman & Robin). The mind-bending thriller of the year is cleverly co-produced by three-time Oscar-nominated producer Ed Guiney (Room, The Favourite), Emma Stone, and Ari Aster (Midsommar, Hereditary). Written by Will Tracy (“Succession,” The Menu) and scored by Jerskin Fendrix (Poor Things, Kinds of Kindness) with a haunting soundtrack, the film questions the nature of truth itself, bridging social commentary and mainstream thriller.
EXCLUSIVE BONUS FEATURES WHEN YOU PURCHASE AT PARTICIPATING RETAILERS:
* A digital purchase provides a limited license to access the content. See the retailer’s terms for details."
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Cineverse Announces Spine-Chilling Winter Programming Line-up for Growing Horror Streamer SCREAMBOX: Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS), a next-generation entertainment studio, and Bloody Disgusting, its horror division, have announced their upcoming slate of programming coming to its SCREAMBOX streaming service as they head into 2026. This new programming is being added to build upon recent growth of the service, which has seen subscriptions increase 31% YoY as of September. In fact, subscription revenue for Cineverse Streaming has grown 10% YoY, led by SCREAMBOX.
Beyond its leading slate of horror films and series available on demand, SCREAMBOX is unleashing a killer lineup of special new programming just in time for the holidays. This includes:
"Over the past few months, we have been aggressively collecting eye-catching indies and festival favorites to pack our release schedule with a robust lineup,” said Cineverse’s Tony Wash, who was recently named Director of Programming and Original Productions for SCREAMBOX. “I am excited for our subscribers to see everything we have coming their way."
These upcoming titles join existing programming on SCREAMBOX including:
SCREAMBOX features a broad mix of content for casual and die-hard horror fans alike. The service is refreshed monthly with content from the Company’s extensive genre library with films and episodes delivering every type of terror imaginable. SCREAMBOX currently features classic horror films like and Black Christmas, instant slasher hits Terrifier 2 and 3 as well as the BBC series Bedlam and Being Human. SCREAMBOX is available to stream on iOS, Android, Prime Video, YouTube TV, Comcast, Cox and screambox.com.
After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.
Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.
After more than a decade as a consultant in the tech and entertainment industries, Jonathan James launched Daily Dead in 2010 to share his passion for horror entertainment. He takes immense pride in Daily Dead's talented team of writers, who work tirelessly to explore and celebrate horror as a respected art form capable of telling complex, character-driven stories with deep emotional and cultural impact.
Over the course of his career, Jonathan has written more than 10,000 articles and hosted panels at major conventions, including New York Comic Con and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also been consulted as an expert on horror and pop culture, offering his insights on horror history and the latest trends through media outlets, radio stations, film festivals, and fan conventions.
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