Frightening Strikes

825 Forest Road tells the story of a town, Ashland Falls, haunted by the ghost of a long-dead resident, Helen Foster, who has terrorised the locals for decades. When newcomer Chuck Wilson arrives, he finds himself drawn into the mystery surrounding Helen and her former home at 825 Forest Road - an address that, curiously, doesn’t appear on any map. The film opens promisingly, offering a glimpse of the fear that grips the town as Ashley and her friend conduct their own investigation into the legend of Forest Road. Their conversation is interrupted by an unseen and threatening presence, hinting at the dark forces at play and setting the stage for the suspense to come. A Sinister Past Chuck moves to Ashland Falls with his wife, Maria, and his sister, Isabelle, following the tragic death of their mother in a car accident - an accident that occurred while Isabelle was driving. The family settle into a house that’s been on the market for some time, unaware that the previous owner committed ...

Attachment is a Danish horror film that blends the supernatural with a tender love story. Set against the backdrop of Jewish folklore and mysticism, it explores themes of love, family, and cultural identity. As the story unfolds, it delves into relationships, tradition, and the presence of something eerie beneath it all. Instant Connection Maja (Josephine Park) is a former actress living in Denmark meets Leah (Ellie Kendrick), a Jewish woman from London. The two have an instant connection, and what starts as a whirlwind romance quickly escalates when Leah is injured after suffering a mysterious seizure. Concerned for her health, Maja accompanies Leah back to her mother’s house in a Jewish neighbourhood in London. Ellie warns Maja about her "weird mother" but undeterred, Maja steps up to try and win over Chana (Sofie Gråbøl).  While one might expect her to disapprove of Maja's relationship with her daughter,  it's not obvious that this is the reason for her hostility....

It's What's Inside is a sharp, snappy and stylish modern horror comedy that will keep you guessing and wondering what's coming next. And, in truth, it's pretty much as clever as it thinks it is. The Gathering The story kicks off with a glimpse into the relationship between Shelby and Cyrus, where sympathies veer towards Shelby - Cyrus, it seems, struggles with the basics of being an emotionally mature partner. The tension between them is clear but they put this to one side as they reunite with their old college friends after eight years, gathering for a pre-wedding celebration at the house of their soon-to-be-married friend, Reuben. With a blend of vintage charm and the avant-garde, the house itself feels like an extension of the film’s offbeat energy. As the group reconnects over drinks and nostalgia, they reflect on an old scandal - the expulsion of their former classmate, Forbes.  Through a cleverly edited flashback montage, we quickly piece together the details of...

April signals the return of Spring, but we horror fans know that fear has no off-season. and next month brings a host of new thrills in the form of supernatural nightmares, new takes on classic themes and post-apocalyptic survival. I’ve put in the hard yards and researched the available information, making my these picks based on what looks the most spine-chilling, intriguing, or just plain fun. So, here are five horror films to look out for in April 2025 plus some honourable mentions that didn't quite make the list. 825 Forest Road  Chuck Wilson relocates to the town of Ashland Falls with his wife and sister, following a family tragedy. They soon discover that the town harbours a dark secret: a ghost that has terrorised residents for decades. To end the hauntings, Chuck must locate Helen's former home at 825 Forest Road before it's too late. With Stephen Cognetti, (Hell House LLC franchise) as writer/director, this looks like a chilling supernatural offering with an intrig...

Longlegs opens with a bleak,1970s-inspired 8mm aesthetic that immediately establishes an ominous tone. It wastes no time in introducing the titular Longlegs, who appears at the home of a young girl and confronts her in a deeply unsettling encounter, setting the stage for the creeping tension that follows. Serial Killer Cold Case Fast-forward a number of years and we're introduced to Lee Harker, a rookie FBI agent whose strained relationship with her mother (Alicia Witt) adds another layer of mystery. Harker is thrust into a cold case involving a serial killer, with her unerring intuition or psychic ability - you choose - viewed as a valuable asset by her superiors. As Harker delves deeper into the mystery with the help of her boss, Carter (Blair Underwood), she uncovers a history of shocking inter-family violence with overtones of the occult and alarmingly, a possible link to her own past. Audience vs Critics Longlegs was received favourably by critics with a more mixed reception...

Rachel: Teresa Palmer Anthony: Steven Cree Elliot: Tristan Ruggeri Helen: Barbara Marten Director: Taneli Mustonen Writer:  Taneli Mustonen and Aleksi Hyvärinen Released: 2022 Something Otherworldly at Play The Twin is a psychological horror film that follows Rachel and her husband Anthony as they relocate to a remote Scandinavian town with their son Elliot after the tragic death of his twin brother, Nathan. However, Rachel soon begins to suspect that something otherworldly is at play, as Elliot's behaviour changes in disturbing ways that seem to be linked to his deceased twin. At first, Elliot's change in attitude seems to stem from his own grief. In response, Rachel becomes more protective than usual, while Anthony takes a hands-off approach, believing it isn't healthy for Elliot to have every whim indulged. As a result, the couple couple become separated by their shared grief. The English Eccentric Rachel struggles to fit in to the lo the community, particularly as ...