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  By Jon Donnis NYX UK is delivering a terrifying lineup this February, packed with cult classics, gruesome horror and supernatural chills. Leading the charge is the Channel premiere of BIG BAD WOLVES, the critically acclaimed Israeli psychological thriller from Aharon Keshales and Navot Papushado. Blending dark comedy with an unsettling narrative, the film arrives on Friday 21 February at 9pm, offering a gripping and thought-provoking experience. BIG BAD WOLVES The month is stacked with ten other Channel premieres, including two of Herschell Gordon Lewis’s notorious splatter flicks, TWO THOUSAND MANIACS! on Monday 24 February at 9pm and THE WIZARD OF GORE on Wednesday 19 February at 9pm. Fans of vintage horror can also enjoy PARASITE on Wednesday 26 February at 9pm, the cult sci-fi horror from Charles Band, and Bob Clarke’s quirky undead gem CHILDREN SHOULDN’T PLAY WITH DEAD THINGS on Sunday 23 February at 9pm. Rounding out the roster of gruesome classics is Jeff Lieberman’s SQUIR...

  The following review is sponsored by  GamingCouchPotato.co.uk  your go to place for Gaming and tech reviews and previews. --- Venom: The Last Dance serves as a heartfelt and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy that began with Venom in 2018. Written and directed by Kelly Marcel, this final chapter manages to combine chaotic fun with surprising emotional depth. Tom Hardy delivers yet another standout performance as both Eddie Brock and Venom. It's remarkable how he brings such distinct personalities to life with ease. The back-and-forth banter between Eddie and Venom, alongside their genuine moments of connection, remains the heart of the series. The story picks up with Eddie and Venom on the run, trying to clear Eddie's name after being framed for murder. Their journey takes them from a dive bar in Mexico to Area 51, with plenty of madness along the way. Meanwhile, they’re hunted by a terrifying new villain, the Xenophage. This creature brings genuine tension to the plo...

  Venom: The Last Dance serves as a heartfelt and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy that began with Venom in 2018. Written and directed by Kelly Marcel, this final chapter manages to combine chaotic fun with surprising emotional depth. Tom Hardy delivers yet another standout performance as both Eddie Brock and Venom. It's remarkable how he brings such distinct personalities to life with ease. The back-and-forth banter between Eddie and Venom, alongside their genuine moments of connection, remains the heart of the series. The story picks up with Eddie and Venom on the run, trying to clear Eddie's name after being framed for murder. Their journey takes them from a dive bar in Mexico to Area 51, with plenty of madness along the way. Meanwhile, they’re hunted by a terrifying new villain, the Xenophage. This creature brings genuine tension to the plot and ties into the larger Marvel universe, adding a layer of complexity involving Knull, the ancient symbiote creator. The stakes h...

  NYX UK is gearing up for a thrilling February with a packed programme celebrating the horror genre. From February 10 to February 16, Women in Horror Week shines a spotlight on the extraordinary impact of women in horror, presenting a lineup of films that are as empowering as they are terrifying. Meanwhile, Zombie Week, running from February 3 to February 9, offers a deep dive into the undead with iconic films that have defined the zombie subgenre. Women in Horror Week kicks off on February 10 with Axelle Carolyn’s debut feature, Soulmate (2013). This gothic ghost story explores grief and the supernatural with an emotionally charged narrative, haunting cinematography, and a score that lingers long after the final frame. Marina de Van’s Dark Touch (2013) follows on February 11, a chilling tale of trauma and psychological horror that blends supernatural elements with poignant social commentary. Dark Touch On February 12, Ida Lupino’s The Hitch-Hiker (1953) takes centre stage. A grou...

Your Monster, directed by Caroline Lindy, is a daring and unconventional blend of romantic comedy and horror that entertains while tackling deeper emotional themes. With a standout performance from Melissa Barrera and a story full of unexpected turns, the film manages to be quirky, heartfelt, and occasionally unsettling. It may not be for everyone, but it is definitely memorable. The story follows Laura Franco, a young actress recovering from cancer and a painful breakup with her boyfriend, Jacob Sullivan. Forced to move back into her childhood home, Laura stumbles upon a mysterious creature living in the upstairs closet. What begins as a tense and fearful interaction gradually evolves into an unusual friendship. Bonding over their shared love of theatre, Laura and the Monster develop a connection that is as touching as it is bizarre. Melissa Barrera delivers an exceptional performance, capturing Laura’s vulnerability and resilience. She grounds the film with a raw and believable portr...

Your Monster, directed by Caroline Lindy, is a daring and unconventional blend of romantic comedy and horror that entertains while tackling deeper emotional themes. With a standout performance from Melissa Barrera and a story full of unexpected turns, the film manages to be quirky, heartfelt, and occasionally unsettling. It may not be for everyone, but it is definitely memorable. The story follows Laura Franco, a young actress recovering from cancer and a painful breakup with her boyfriend, Jacob Sullivan. Forced to move back into her childhood home, Laura stumbles upon a mysterious creature living in the upstairs closet. What begins as a tense and fearful interaction gradually evolves into an unusual friendship. Bonding over their shared love of theatre, Laura and the Monster develop a connection that is as touching as it is bizarre. Melissa Barrera delivers an exceptional performance, capturing Laura’s vulnerability and resilience. She grounds the film with a raw and believable portr...

1. When did you first become interested in horror? As a child, my parents would read Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven” as a bedtime story. So, horror is literary comfort food for me. Add family movie night when I was a teenager featuring most of the great 1980’s slasher franchises, and my interest in horror was set. 2. Did you always enjoy writing? Always. One of my years at school there was a fifteen minute ‘quiet time’ in which we could do – silently – in preparation for the day. I used that time to craft stories. I have always loved reading and writing.  3. Do you prefer writing short stories or novels? Short stories are my go-to, although I am trying my hand at novels. There is a wonderful challenge with short fiction, trying to capture so much in so few words.  4. Is there another genre that you write in? I have written horror, thrillers, science fiction, and even a few fantasy stories. I have     also been an author on scientific research articles published in...