Half Light (2006) (Import) Available April 26

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After the tragic drowning of her 5 year old son, best selling thriller novelist Rachel Carlson (Demi Moore) moves to a remote cottage on the Scottish coast to begin writing again. But Rachel’s demons have followed her as loneliness and paranoia leave her not knowing what’s real and what is just imagination in the fight to save her life.

STARRING: James Cosmo, Kate Isitt, Henry Ian Cusick, Demi Moore, Hans Matheson

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Wolf Creek (2005) (Import) Available April 12

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Inspired by Australia’s most gruesome true crime stories, writer/producer/director Greg McLean has created a benchmark of modern horror, unflinching in it’s brutality and devastating in it’s psychological impact. Mick Taylor (John Jarratt) is an outback force – a loner, a larrikin and an expert hunter. For years he hunted wild boars for a living but now he has switched to a different beast – tourists being his specialty. Mick greets his prey with a wry smile and a laid back charm, lures them back to his remote campsite… and shuttered from the prying eyes of the world, carries out acts of unspeakable horror. Mick Taylor kills for fun, but never quickly. Young backpackers, Kristy (Kestie Morassi), Liz (Cassandra Magrath) and Ben (Nathan Phillips) have just met Mick at Wolf Creek National Park. He’s promised to fix their broken down car after towing it back to his camp. What they are about to experience is to look into the eyes of a cold blooded killer who knows no mercy. You’ve heard people talk about the effect of this film had on them, now it’s time for you to travel to Wolf Creek yourself. Mick Taylor stills hunts there.

STARRING: Andy McPhee, Kestie Morassi, John Jarratt, Nathan Phillips, Cassandra Magrath

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Special Silencers (1982) Available April 9

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Mondo Macabro presents Special Silencers – A legendary Indonesian cult film with jaw dropping real-time action and stunt work.

Special Silencers is a legendary entry into the Indonesian “cult film” canon. Chock full of crazy martial arts, unbelievably yucky special effects, a touch of black magic, and even torture by smelly shoes. This one has got it all.

The plot is simplicity itself. A corrupt politician in rural Indonesia wants to impose himself as the boss of the local territory. To do this he has to eliminate the competition. To do that he uses his “special silencers” – small red pills apparently intended to enhance meditative states. But when taken with food or drink they erupt inside the victim’s stomach and emerge through the flesh like ragged, blood covered tree branches. It literally has to be seen to be believed.

But that’s not all… the film features the dynamic duo (soon to be husband and wife) of Eva Arnaz and Barry Prima. Big stars in Indonesia at the time and both skilled martial artists. Seeing Eva kick bad-guy ass is a joy to behold. She, along with Barry, was one of the jewels in the crown of Indonesian exploitation cinema and Special Silencers has lots of her.

This is the first ever video release of the film in its intended aspect ratio and it’s a revelation, with widescreen, jaw dropping real-time action and stunt work. Director Arizal was famed for his high energy set pieces in films such as The Stabilizer and Final Score. Here he outdoes himself. Not to be missed!

STARRING: Barry Prima, Eva Arnaz, W.D. Mochtar

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Night Swim (2024) Available April 9

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The producers of M3GAN high dive into the deep end of horror with the supernatural thriller, Night Swim. Wyatt Russell (The Falcon and the Winter Soldier) stars as a former major league baseball player, forced into early retirement by a degenerative illness, who moves into a new home with his wife (Oscar nominee Kerry Condon) and their two children. The new home comes complete with a backyard swimming pool, but a deep secret surfaces and unleashes a malevolent force that will drag the family into the inescapable depths of terror.

STARRING: Wyatt Russell, Kerry Condon, Amélie Hoeferle, Gavin Warren

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The Minus Man (1999) (Special Edition) Available April 9

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When quiet, aimless and amiable Vann Siegert—a haunting Owen Wilson (Wedding Crashers)—drifts into town, no one suspects the evil that lies beneath the surface. Despite his easy charm, he is merely a reflection of what those who encounter him want him to be. The more Vann tries to make a go of his new life, the stronger the mysterious forces are that pull him in a darker direction. When locals start to disappear, it becomes clear that an eerie subtraction is at work among the lost and lonely of this sleepy, seaside hamlet. People look toward Vann, but no one can quite put their finger on who he really is. Through it all, he carries on a surreal dialogue with imaginary detectives who question his crimes and motives. Written and directed by Hampton Fancher (Blade Runner, Blade Runner 2049) from the acclaimed novel by Lew McCreary, this unsettling and offbeat psychological thriller gazes unflinchingly into the mind of a serial killer. With Janeane Garofalo (Clay Pigeons), Brian Cox (Manhunter), Mercedes Ruehl (Married to the Mob), Dennis Haysbert (Far from Heaven) and music icons Dwight Yoakam (Sling Blade) and Sheryl Crow.

STARRING: Owen Wilson, Janeane Garofalo, Brian Cox, Mercedes Ruehl

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Lisa Frankenstein (2024) Available April 9

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A coming of rage love story from acclaimed writer Diablo Cody (Jennifer’s Body) about a misunderstood teenager and her high school crush, who happens to be a handsome corpse. After a set of playfully horrific circumstances bring him back to life, the two embark on a murderous journey to find love, happiness…and a few missing body parts along the way

STARRING: Kathryn Newton, Cole Sprouse, Liza Soberano, Henry Eikenberry

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Death Squad (1985) Available April 9

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Mondo Macabro presents Death Squad – One of the sleaziest and most violent crime films ever made in France.

It’s late at night. In the notorious Bois de Boulogne Forest just outside Paris, a group of transsexual prostitutes offer their services to passing motorists. Suddenly we hear the roar of a powerful motorcycle engine kicked into life. Headlights pierce the darkness of the forest. Two bikes appear, their riders dressed in black leather, faces masked, heavily armed with assault rifles. The prostitutes scatter, chased by the riders who slaughter them in a hail of bullets before vanishing into the night.

In the morgue, Inspector Gerard Lattuada, of the Paris Vice Squad, recognizes one of the dead as a police informant known as Dolores. He learns that a notorious crime boss called “The Greek” ordered the killing of Dolores to settle a grudge. As Lattuarda investigates further, he discovers that a psychopathic and sadistic hit man, employed by The Greek, is intent on taking over the Paris underworld by any means possible. Soon a violent and deadly gang war is in full swing. And soon Lattuada finds himself on a personal mission of vengeance when his sister falls victim to the psycho killer.

One of the sleaziest and most violent crime films ever made in France, Death Squad gained much notoriety when it was classed “X” by the French censor. This is the first ever US release of the film and is fully uncut, so it should not be watched by the easily shocked.

Director Max Pecas made his name in the 1970s with soft core erotica, such as I Am A Nymphomaniac and Private Club. Here he returns to the crime films which began his career in the 1960s, but with a 1980’s twist of gore, mayhem, and relentless savagery.

STARRING: Thierry de Carbonnières, Jean-Marc Maurel, Lillemour Jonsson

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The Manson Brothers Midnight Zombie Massacre (2021) Available April 2

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After being relegated, the two fighting brothers signed up for a new game. But they didn’t know that they need to stay in an arena to fight zombies.

STARRING: Max Martini, Adrian Pasdar, Randy Couture, Bas Rutten

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Karne: The Taste of Meat (2023) Available April 2

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Brian’s mother keeps tormenting him and his brother until one day he decides to kill her. He cuts her up and feeds the pieces to his little brother. Now as an adult he keeps up his bloody habit.

STARRING: Ivan Orville, Janina Raval, Dovee Park, Deon Bautista, Dennah Bautista

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Easter Bloody Easter (2024) Available April 2

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When a bloodthirsty Jackalope starts a fluffy murder-spree at Easter time, a Texas housewife fights to the death to save her husband and discover the creature’s true identity before her town is destroyed forever.

STARRING: Diane Foster, Kelly Grant, Allison Lobel

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Camp Blood X Available April 2

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Six college kids are ditching their textbooks and heading out for a weekend in Florida. There’s going to be a big party, a lot of sunshine and fun on the beach. It’s a long drive though, so when true crime enthusiast Heather insists the group stop to camp for the night at the notorious Camp Blackwood, everyone overlooks the camp’s gruesome history in favor of the chance to get a good nights sleep. Settling in for their stay, the group encounter’s unwelcoming locals, deadly traps and suspicious activity that makes them question if they’re really alone at the camp. By the time they learn of the nefarious plot that’s been put in-motion against them people are already starting to disappear and The Clown shows up to make the blood start flowing.

STARRING: Mel Heflin, Rocky Flor, John Ward, England Simpson, Lien Mya Nguyen Ooost

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The Alpines (2021) Available April 2

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Follows seven friends coming together for a weekend getaway after several years of growing apart. They’ve moved on with their lives. But the secrets of their past have come back to haunt them.

STARRING: Dante Aubain

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Killadelphia #34 Available March 27

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Author: Rodney Barnes

“DEATH BE NOT PROUD,” Part Four (of Six)

Our vampire heroes have faced undead presidents, werewolves, demons, avenging angel armies, SPAWN, even Lucifer himself…but the battle is not yet won, and destiny will now pit them against their toughest opponent yet: SAVAGE DRAGON!

Can SeeSaw and the spider god Anansi stop the coming armageddon, or will Philadelphia become the first city to fall as Earth is scorched in the battle between Heaven and Hell?

The sold-out, Eisner Award-nominated series continues! From RODNEY BARNES, the writer and executive producer behind HBO’s Winning Time, and JASON SHAWN ALEXANDER, the artist who redefined SPAWN.

This issue also features a backup story featuring Hell’s baddest badass: Johnny Gatlin. Also available in NOIR EDITION, featuring black-and-white line art interiors!

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The Goon : Them That Don’t Stay Dead #1 Available March 27

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Author: Eric Powell

To mark the 25th anniversary of The Goon, Eric Powell returns with an all-new miniseries, Them That Don’t Stay Dead! The return to Lonely Street hasn’t been easy for the Goon and Franky. And just as they’ve finally got the various gangs of blood suckers and night stalkers back in line, and they can finally relax with a nice night out bowling, a new threat appears. One that will shake the very foundations of Nameless Town. Also, Spider gets hooked on the junk. Drama!

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Blind Faith (1989) Available March 26

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Ted Partridge is a mass murdering serial killer going around killing unsuspecting women, brutally torturing them beyond imagination. It is up to Detective William Lindsay and Psychologist Richard Stroud to try to stop this killer before more innocent people meet their maker.

Based upon the true story of Philadelphia serial killer Gary Heidnik, BLIND FAITH is an unsung late 80s regional slasher/thriller hybrid that uniquely unravels to one of the most jaw dropping final moments. VHSHITFEST is so happy to bring this movie to disc for the first time, along with hours and hours of extras that showcase the forty year career of director Dean Wilson.

STARRING: Kevin Yon, David Winick, Doris Quest, Mary Keith Roe

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Burial Ground (1981) (4K Ultra HD) Available March 26

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THE NORTH AMERICAN UHD PREMIERE Anna Valente, Antonella Antinori, Benito Barbieri, Claudio Zucchet For his only foray into the zombie genre, psychosexual sleaze maestro Andrea Bianchi (Malabimba: The Malicious Whore, Strip Nude For Your Killer) unleashed the barrage of flesh-ripping, gut-chomping and depraved oedipal mayhem that set insane new standards in Italian horror, now in UHD for the first time in North America: Mariangela Giordano (of Satan’s Baby Doll, The Sect and Patrick Still Lives fame) stars in the ’80s splatter classic about a cursed country estate besieged by horny houseguests, undead Etruscans and the unusual relationship between a mother (Giordano) and her mega-creepy young son (disturbingly portrayed by adult actor Peter Bark) that will trigger some of the most jaw-dropping scenes in grindhouse history. Severin Films is improbably proud to present the definitive version of this gorehound/sex-fiend favorite, now featuring an all-new 4K scan and 4 hours of Special Features.

STARRING: Anna Valente, Antonella Antinori, Benito Barbieri, Claudio Zucchet

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Dracula, Prisoner Of Frankenstein (1972) Available March 26

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THE NORTH AMERICAN DISC PREMIERE

Inspired by Universal’s 1940s monster mash-ups, writer/director Jess Franco instead delivered a weird and wonderful masterpiece that transports you to a world like no other (Scream Magazine): With minimal dialogue and maximum gothic atmosphere, Franco crafts a fever dream of erotic horror in which Count Dracula (Howard Vernon of Delicatessen), Dr. Frankenstein (Dennis Price of TWINS OF EVIL), his assistant Morpho and Frankenstein’s monster battle gypsies, showgirls, Dr. Seward and a wolfman. Alberto Dalbés (The Erotic Rites Of Frankenstein), Carmen Yazalde (A Virgin Among The Living Dead) and Geneviève Robert (star of Franco’s Devil’s Island Lovers and the future Mrs. Ivan Reitman) co-star in a fantastic experience for those who respect Franco’s demented vision (Mondo Exploito), now scanned in 4K from Spanish, French and German release prints to create the longest and most comprehensive version known to exist. Special Features Prisoner Of Franco-Stein – Interview With Stephen Thrower, Author Of Murderous Passions: The Delirious Cinema Of Jesús Franco In The Land Of Franco Part 10 Spanish Opening Credit Sequence Deleted Scene From English Language Version Trailer

STARRING: Alberto Dalbés, Anne Libert, Brandy, Carmen Yazalde

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From Dust (2016) Available March 26

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Two researchers risk their lives as they race against time to unravel the mysteries surrounding an ancient artifact. One man unleashes something more sinister than he had ever imagined.

STARRING: Kenneth P. Chapman, Billy-Brendan Ginty, Mel Chapman, Natalie Longden, Cheryl Spinks

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Herencia Diabólica (1993) Available March 26

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When Tony, a successful businessman, receives a call informing him that he has inherited his late aunt’s vast estate, he uproots himself and his wife, Annie, from New York to Mexico City. While adjusting to and exploring their new gothic home, Tony and Annie come upon a mysterious clown doll. Although merely unnerved by the doll’s strange appearance at first, Annie soon becomes concerned as it begins turning up out of nowhere in every corner of the house. When a series of fatal ‘accidents’ occur on or near the couple’s property, with the doll always at the scene, Tony and Annie come to the terrifying realization that a sinister force has possessed it, and begin a race against time to figure out how to bring the carnage to an end!

The last film directed by the prolific screenwriter Alfredo Salazar, HERENCIA DIABÓLICA is a unique take on Mexico’s “possessed doll” sub-genre and has been hailed as the country’s answer to Child’s Play. Starring Mexican genre cinema heavyweights Lorena Herrera, Roberto Guinar and cultural sensation Margarito Esparza as the evil clown doll come to life, Degausser Video is proud to present the disc debut and first English-friendly release of this long-unavailable and much sought-after VHS rarity, which has been restored from its original master tape.

STARRING: Lorena Herrera, Roberto Guinar, Margarito Esparza

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Nightsiren (2022) Available March 26

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In a remote mountain village, two sisters grow up at the mercy of their abusive mother. A terrible accident happens when the eldest, Šarlota, escapes into the woods, followed by her sister Tamara. Otyla, a Roma woman living on the outskirts of town, is blamed for the girls’ disappearance and accused of witchcraft. Twenty years later, Šarlota unexpectedly shows up in the village. As she digs into her past, the locals grow suspicious. Only a young and eccentric herbalist, Mira, is willing to befriend her. When the animals in the village start to fall ill, the locals accuse Šarlota of conjuring Otyla’s spirit.

STARRING: Natalia Germani, Eva Mores, Juliana Olhová, Iva Bittová

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Night of the Blood Monster (1970) (4K Ultra HD) Available March 26

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HORROR WILL HOLD YOU HELPLESS!

Christopher Lee (The Wicker Man) gives one of his most unforgettable performances as Judge Jeffreys, the infamous 17th Century witchfinder whose unholy obsession with a luscious wench (Maria Rohm of Eugenie) fuels a jaw-dropping spree of torture, brutality and flesh-ripping perversion. Howard Vernon (Succubus), Margaret Lee (Five Golden Dragons), Maria Schell (99 Women) and Oscar® nominee Leo Genn (Quo Vadis) co-star in this landmark epic of sexual violence and sadism, complete with a superb score by Bruno Nicolai (Count Dracula) and directed with spectacularly deviant glee by the one and only Jess Franco (Venus In Furs).

Blue Underground is proud to present the most complete and uncensored version of Night Of The Blood Monster (also known as The Bloody Judge) from a brand-new 2023 Dolby Vision HDR 4K master, painstakingly restored from various European vault elements featuring additional nudity, bloodshed and what Christopher Lee himself calls “scenes of extraordinary depravity!”

STARRING: Christopher Lee, Maria Schell, Leo Genn, Diana Lorys

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Out of Darkness (2022) Available March 26

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45,000 years ago, six people search for a new home in an inhospitable landscape. When night falls, hope turns to fear as they realize they are not alone. Stalked by a terrifying enemy, the group fractures as everyone fights for survival.

STARRING: Iola Evans, Arno Lüning, Rosebud Melarkey, Tyrell Mhlanga

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Patrick (1978) (US Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD) Available March 26

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From director Richard Franklin (Roadgames) comes Patrick, a terrifying fusion of science-fiction and Hitchockian suspense thriller, starring Susan Penhaligon (House of Mortal Sin), Robert Helpmann (The Red Shoes), and Robert Thompson (Thirst).

Murderer Patrick (Thompson) is kept in a comatose state between life and death, under the watchful eye of the eccentric Dr Roget (Helpmann). When he is assigned a caring new nurse, Kathy (Penhaligon), he becomes possessive, and uses telekinetic powers to torment anyone who comes between them.

Produced by Antony I Ginnane (Snapshot), written by Everett De Roche (Harlequin), and scored by Brian May (Mad Max), Patrick’s unprecedented international success made it a landmark of the Australian New Wave.

STARRING: Susan Penhaligon, Robert Helpmann, Robert Thompson, Julia Blake, Bruce Barry

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Perpetrator (2023) Available March 26

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Perpetrator follows Jonny, a wild and impulsive teenage girl living precariously in a town where young women continue to go missing, and the power she’s forced to unlock to survive.

STARRING: Kiah McKirnan, Alicia Silverstone, Christopher Lowell, Melanie Liburd

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Spider Labyrinth (1988) (4K Ultra HD) Available March 26

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THE WORLDWIDE BLU-RAY PREMIERE IN INCLUDES 4+ HOURS OF SPECIAL FEATURES!

For more than three decades, the remarkable debut feature – and sole horror film – by award-winning director Gianfranco Giagni has been one of the most elusive Italian horror titles in home video history…until now: When an American professor is sent to Budapest to complete a mysterious research project, he’ll become ensnared in a mind-bending web of sexual provocation, occult carnage and arachnidian havoc.

Roland Wybenga, William Berger (Five Dolls For An August Moon) and Stéphane Audran (Faceless) star in this “invaluable contribution to ’80s Italian Horror” (Screen Rant) featuring unnerving special effects by Sergio Stivaletti (Cemetery Man) and an outstanding score by Franco Piersanti (Terraferma), now scanned in 4K from the original vault negative at Cinecittà and presented in 1080p on Blu-ray with over 4 hours of new Special Features for the first time ever!

STARRING: Roland Wybenga, William Berger, Stéphane Audran, Bob Holton

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