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The Silence of the Lambs at 35: The Story Behind the Unforgettable Psychological Horror

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As it turns 35, Hasitha Fernando looks at the story behind The Silence of the Lambs… The Silence of the Lambs is one of those films that leaves a lasting impression on anyone who has viewed it. Anthony Hopkins’ chilling turn as the calculating psychopath Dr. Hannibal Lecter and Jodie Foster’s brilliantly nuanced performance as […]

Movie Review – The Dreadful (2026)

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The Dreadful, 2026. Written and Directed by Natasha Kermani. Starring Sophie Turner, Kit Harington, Marcia Gay Harden, Laurence O’Fuarain, and Jonathan Howard. SYNOPSIS: The Dreadful follows Anne and her mother-in-law Morwen who live a solitary, harsh life on the outskirts of society – but when a man from their past returns, he will set off […]

Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword series to launch in May

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Dynamite Entertainment has announced the upcoming launch of Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword, a new flagship ongoing series for the iconic warrior woman from writer Rory McConville (The Terminator: Metal) and artist Pablo de Bonis (North End). “I’m thrilled to be journeying to Hyboria for the She Devil’s latest adventure,” said writer Rory McConville. […]

Fight Club is coming to 4K Ultra HD in May

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20th Century Studios and New Regency have announced that David Fincher’s groundbreaking cultural landmark Fight Club is set for a 4K Ultra HD Steelbook and Digital release this May, following a one-night only nationwide theatrical re-release in North America on April 22nd; check out the cover artwork, details and special features below… Directed by acclaimed […]

Trailer for MMA action drama Beast starring Daniel MacPherson, Luke Hemsworth and Russell Crowe

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Lionsgate has released a poster and trailer for Beast, the upcoming drama from director Tyler Atkins. The film centres on a former MMA champion who agrees to reunite with his former trainer and return for one final showdown against the brutal title holder, when his younger brother is put in danger. The cast includes Daniel […]

Comic Book Preview – Archie & Friends: Space Adventures

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The Archie Gang gets lost in space next week with the release of Archie & Friends: Space Adventures, and you can get yourself a look at the issue below with the official preview, which includes a sneak peek at the new-story ‘Spaced Out!’ by Dan Parent along with a complete classic story, ‘Give Me My […]

Movie Review – Midwinter Break (2026)

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Midwinter Break, 2026. Directed by Polly Findlay. Starring Lesley Manville, Ciarán Hinds, Julie Lamberton, Ed Sayer, Niamh Cusack, Leila Laaraj, and Tim Licata. SYNOPSIS: A longtime couple take a life-changing trip to Amsterdam. Whether or not religious miracles exist is certainly a topic for debate. Something of that nature is at the center of director […]

Four new Commando comics available now

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D.C. Thomson & Co. has released four more Commando Comics into their collection. Two are reprints from over 40 years ago, while two contain brand-new stories from Dominic Teague, with artwork by Marco Bianchini, Alberto Saichann and Esteve Polls. These four new titles include: 5931 (Home of Heroes): V For Vengeance: The Art Of Death In […]