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Coming to UK cinemas on February 11th, 'Petrov's Flu' is a vivid, violent and darkly comic hallucination that is sure to leave audiences reeling. Check out our full review!

‘Petrov’s Flu’: A Delirious Fever Dream of Violence and Rage | Vampire Squid ‘Petrov’s Flu’: A Delirious Fever Dream of Violence and Rage By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews January 29, 2022 The latest film from Russian director Kirill Serebrennikov opens in a stuffy and oppressive environment. Petrov (Semyon Serzin) is on a crowded bus, sweating and coughing as he is j...

Coming soon to Shudder UK and available on bluray from Severin Films, 'Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched' is a journey into folk horror that fans of the genre should consider essential viewing. Check out our full review!

Old Gods Never Die: Folk Horror Documentary ‘Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched’ is Essential Viewing | Vampire Squid Old Gods Never Die: Folk Horror Documentary ‘Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched’ is Essential Viewing By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews January 5, 2022 Popularised by Jonathan Rigby and Mark Gatiss in the Home Counties Horror episode of 2010 documentary series A History of Horror, the term ‘fo...

The gore and glamour of Boulet Brothers Dragula Season 4 continues to enthrall us.
Check out our recap of the latest episode and catch it streaming on
Shudder UK!

Queens of the Damned: ‘The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula’ Season 4, Episode 2 Recap | Vampire Squid Queens of the Damned: ‘The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula’ Season 4, Episode 2 Recap By Kirstie Summers in Dragula Features Reviews October 27, 2021 The thrilling kick off to the fourth season of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula set the bar for the rest of competition tantalisingly high. Both the show...

Released on Friday, Antlers' expert mixture of tense drama and visceral gore makes it the perfect watch for the discerning fan. Check out our full review!

Red in Tooth and Claw: ‘Antlers’ is a Bleak and Bloodthirsty Tale | Vampire Squid Red in Tooth and Claw: ‘Antlers’ is a Bleak and Bloodthirsty Tale By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews October 27, 2021 Antlers, a monster movie with brains and brawn from director Scott Cooper, sees Julia Meadows (Keri Russell) return to her hometown to take up a teaching position. It hasn’t be...

We're thrilled to have had the chance to chat to Ian Boldsworth and Barry Dodds about the long-awaited 'The Parapod Movie', coming to VOD on the 27th. Check out the full interview!

Hauntings and Hilarity: Ian Boldsworth and Barry Dodds on ‘The Parapod Movie’ | Vampire Squid Hauntings and Hilarity: Ian Boldsworth and Barry Dodds on ‘The Parapod Movie’ By Tom Osborne in Features Interviews September 23, 2021 It must come as some relief to Ian Boldsworth and Barry Dodds that The Parapod Movie is finally heading to streaming services this month on the 27th. It’s a pr...

In select cinemas now, Ian Boldsworth and
Barry Dodds' 'The Parapod Movie' is a hilarious journey into the dark heart of the supernatural with two very unlikely ghost hunters. Check out our review!

Friendship Ghouls: ‘The Parapod Movie’ Takes Us on a Supernatural Road Trip | Vampire Squid Friendship Ghouls: ‘The Parapod Movie’ Takes Us on a Supernatural Road Trip By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews September 10, 2021 When comedians Barry Dodds and Ian Boldsworth began The Parapod in 2015, there was no way they could have predicted that their niche podcast would become a multi-awar...

One of the undisputed highlights of was
Conor Boru's 'When the Screaming Starts', a horror comedy about friendship, ambition, and serial murder. Check out our full review!

Making a Murderer: ‘When the Screaming Starts’ Shows the Lighter Side of Serial Killing | Vampire Squid Making a Murderer: ‘When the Screaming Starts’ Shows the Lighter Side of Serial Killing By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews September 7, 2021 For all of its murderous pretensions, When the Screaming Starts is a surprisingly gentle comedy. It has as much to say about unlikely friendships and thwar...

With a cast stuffed with rockstars, a pumping soundtrack and a gory '80s revenge movie vibe, 'The Retaliators' is determined to win over horror festival crowds. Check out our full review!

Rock and Roll Revenge: A Pastor is Pushed Too Far in ‘The Retaliators’ | Vampire Squid Rock and Roll Revenge: A Pastor is Pushed Too Far in ‘The Retaliators’ By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews September 7, 2021 The aptly named Bishop (Michael Lombardi) is pastor to a small congregation in an out-of-the-way town in this horror/thriller hybrid. As well as his modest flock, Bishop is...

When Covid put a halt to his latest project, director Neil Blomkamp put together 'Demonic', an intriguing movie with an innovative piece of filmmaking tech at its heart. Check out our full review:

Ghosts in the Machine: Neil Blomkamp’s ‘Demonic’ Melds Tech with the Occult | Vampire Squid Ghosts in the Machine: Neil Blomkamp’s ‘Demonic’ Melds Tech with the Occult By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews September 7, 2021 Demonic, the latest film from South African-Canadian wunderkind Neil Blomkamp, begins with protagonist Carly (Carly Pope) searching through an abandoned mental hospi...

Streaming now on Shudder UK, 'Jakob's Wife' is a bloody vampire tale with an empowering message, starring the inimitable Barbara Crampton. See our full review!

Love Bites: Marital Strife and Vampire Lore Collide in ‘Jakob’s Wife’ | Vampire Squid Love Bites: Marital Strife and Vampire Lore Collide in ‘Jakob’s Wife’ By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews August 24, 2021 In Jakob’s Wife, horror icon Barbara Crampton plays Anne, quietly unfulfilled wife to small-town pastor Jakob Fedder (Larry Fessenden). Although the film hints at an energ...

A mother's love comes up against a satanic cult in 'Son', now screening on Shudder UK. Check out our full review.

Family Ties: Maternal Instincts Face Off Against Satanic Mischief in ‘Son’ | Vampire Squid Family Ties: Maternal Instincts Face Off Against Satanic Mischief in ‘Son’ By Thom Bee in Features Reviews August 5, 2021 There’s something purely primal about how far a parent will go to protect their child, which is probably why it’s such a commonly explored theme in horror. Ivan Kavanagh....

In cinemas this Friday, 'The Boys From County Hell' is an Irish horror comedy with an engaging twist on the vampire legend. Check out our full review.

Blood, Beer and Half-Pulled Heart Strings in Irish Vampire Movie ‘Boys From County Hell’ | Vampire Squid Blood, Beer and Half-Pulled Heart Strings in Irish Vampire Movie ‘Boys From County Hell’ By Skye Honeyman in Features Reviews August 3, 2021 In a fusion of pint-sipping and vampire-slaying, director Chris Baugh sinks his teeth into some Dracula folk-lore whilst adding a parodic twist in his late...

We caught up with director Martin Wilson to talk about his debut feature 'Great White', and the perils of shooting in the Australian Ocean. Check out the full interview!

Director Martin Wilson on Shooting His Australian Shark Horror ‘Great White’ in Just 25 Days | Vampire Squid Director Martin Wilson on Shooting His Australian Shark Horror ‘Great White’ in Just 25 Days By Emily Finch in Features Interviews July 8, 2021 Back in May, we were delighted to review Martin Wilson‘s directing debut Great White, starring Katrina Bowden (Tucker and Dale vs Evil), which made wa...

'The Nest' is a genre hybrid that combines psychological family drama with a sinister insectoid takeover. Check out our full review.

Creepy Crawlers: Insect Overlords Take on a Fractured Family in ‘The Nest’ | Vampire Squid Creepy Crawlers: Insect Overlords Take on a Fractured Family in ‘The Nest’ By Thom Bee in Features Reviews June 15, 2021 There’s no greater natural contraceptive than a ‘creepy child’ film. From Rosemary’s Baby to ancient folklore of faeries stealing children, any horror that preys on th...

"Like if Harold Pinter fell asleep reading 'The Fall of the House of Usher' and had a cheese nightmare."

Check our our full review of 'Caveat' now streaming on Shudder UK

More Than You Bargained For: ‘Caveat’ is a Sinister Slow-Burner | Vampire Squid More Than You Bargained For: ‘Caveat’ is a Sinister Slow-Burner By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews June 3, 2021 Coming soon to Shudder, Irish chiller Caveat has been a real labour of love for director Damian McCarthy, who worked a nine-to-five job to help cover post-production costs out of his o...

One of the highlights of 's May Madness, 'The Nest' is a family drama mixed with shudder-inducing creepy crawly horror. We caught up with director James Suttles and writer Jennifer Trudrung to discuss the movie.

Director James Suttles and Writer Jennifer Trudrung on Familial Tensions and Terrifying Teddy Bears in ‘The Nest’ | Vampire Squid Director James Suttles and Writer Jennifer Trudrung on Familial Tensions and Terrifying Teddy Bears in ‘The Nest’ By Thom Bee in Features Interviews June 2, 2021 Part of Grimmfest’s May Madness, The Nest is a chilling tale of familial relationships, and the fear of something malicious stealing...

Bigger, bolder and more action-oriented than the original, could 'A Quiet Place: Part II' be the 'Aliens' of the franchise? Check out our review.

Whisper Who Dares: ‘A Quiet Place: Part II’ Will Have You Holding Your Breath | Vampire Squid Whisper Who Dares: ‘A Quiet Place: Part II’ Will Have You Holding Your Breath By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews May 25, 2021 The original A Quiet Place leads a mysterious double life in the memories of its audiences. Those who caught it in cinemas recall the visceral thrill of sitting in a crow...

"A gloriously grungy offering. This is a world populated by people whose limbs are all made of papier-mâché and filled with butcher's slop."

Check out our full review of 'Skull: The Mask' coming soon to Shudder UK.

Carnival of Gore: ‘Skull: The Mask’ Brings an Ancient Evil to the Streets of São Paulo | Vampire Squid Carnival of Gore: ‘Skull: The Mask’ Brings an Ancient Evil to the Streets of São Paulo By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews May 24, 2021 With its leering N**i occultists and dieselpunk stylings, you’d be forgiven for thinking that the opening scene of Skull: The Mask had leapt straight from the...

Now that Netflix's latest fantasy drama is out, here are our thoughts on season 1 of 'Shadow and Bone', a sprawling epic with a rich, immersive world and strong, diverse characters:

‘Shadow and Bone’ is a New Shining Light in the Realm of Epic Fantasy TV | Vampire Squid ‘Shadow and Bone’ is a New Shining Light in the Realm of Epic Fantasy TV By Fung Ying Cheng in Features Reviews May 23, 2021 Netflix‘s recent TV adaptation of Leigh Bardugo’s bestselling fantasy series, the Grishaverse, has been compared to shows like Game of Thrones and The Witcher. Highly ...

Just as we were recovering from sensory overload in 'Fried Barry', along comes another visually explosive horror offering. Check out our full review of 'Sound of Violence', available to watch on the 21st.

Murder Ballads: ‘Sound of Violence’ is a Synaesthesia Slasher with an Explosive Visual Style | Vampire Squid Murder Ballads: ‘Sound of Violence’ is a Synaesthesia Slasher with an Explosive Visual Style By Skye Honeyman in Features Reviews May 18, 2021 With its blaring reference to the Simon & Garfunkel song in the title, Alex Noyer’s latest Finnish-American slasher Sound of Violence promises an intri...

Available on VOD tomorrow, tourists are forced to fight for their lives when a deadly shark attack leaves them stranded in 'Great White'. Check out our full review.

They’re Going to Need a Bigger Dinghy: Aussie Thriller ‘Great White’ is a Brutal Shark Attack Survival Story | Vampire Squid They’re Going to Need a Bigger Dinghy: Aussie Thriller ‘Great White’ is a Brutal Shark Attack Survival Story By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews May 16, 2021 Despite looming financial troubles, Kaz (Katrina Bowden) and Charlie (Aaron Jakubenko) appear to live a picturesque life on the Australia...

Now showing on Shudder UK, FRIED BARRY has been blowing minds and turning stomachs at festivals. We caught up with director Ryan Kruger and co-writer/producer James C. Williamson to discuss their hedonistic head trip of a film.



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Filmmakers Ryan Kruger and James C. Williamson on Partying Aliens and Drug-Fuelled Excess in ‘Fried Barry’ | Vampire Squid Filmmakers Ryan Kruger and James C. Williamson on Partying Aliens and Drug-Fuelled Excess in ‘Fried Barry’ By Thom Bee in Features Interviews May 12, 2021 A bold, hyperactive road-trip/body-snatcher film like no other, Fried Barry has been taking the festival circuit by storm and has just premie...

Coming soon to Shudder UK The Reckoning' is the latest movie from cult director Neil Marshall. The Witchfinder General is abroad in this grim period piece. Check out our full review:

Not So Merry Olde England: Plagues, Witch Hunts and Torture in ‘The Reckoning’ | Vampire Squid Not So Merry Olde England: Plagues, Witch Hunts and Torture in ‘The Reckoning’ By Tom Osborne in Features Reviews May 11, 2021 In The Reckoning, the latest film from cult director Neil Marshall (Dog Soldiers, The Descent), Evelyn (Charlotte Kirk) and husband Joseph (Joe Anderson) live a simple l...

A gory horror comedy about Dracula's Henchman is set to be added to Universal's 'Dark Universe', alongside reimaginings of Dracula and The Wolfman.

Horror Comedy ‘Renfield’ Added to Universal’s Proposed ‘Dark Universe’ | Vampire Squid Horror Comedy ‘Renfield’ Added to Universal’s Proposed ‘Dark Universe’ By Tom Osborne in News May 11, 2021 Universal‘s attempts at setting up an expanded universe of its classic monsters to rival Marvel‘s cinematic juggernaut have been fraught with false starts and tepid disappointment...

"Like a mumblecore '24 Hour Party People', if Tony Wilson suddenly found himself ej*******ng acidic blue semen."

Check out our full review of Ryan Kruger's 'Fried Barry', screening now on Shudder UK!



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Fear and Loathing in Cape Town: ‘Fried Barry’ is a Hedonistic Neon Rollercoaster | Vampire Squid Fear and Loathing in Cape Town: ‘Fried Barry’ is a Hedonistic Neon Rollercoaster By Thom Bee in Features Reviews May 7, 2021 Every so often, a film will come along that completely defies explanation. Ryan Kruger’s Fried Barry fits very comfortably into that category. The movie, which started l...

VS writer Emily went to Horrify Me - Horror Photography and Portraits to chat with creator Rick Jones about the inspirations behind his work, and to undergo her own terrifying transformation! Check out the interview and pictures:

[NSFW] Award-Winning Horror Photographer Rick Jones on ‘Horrify Me’, Tom Savini, and the Dreaded ‘C’ Word | Vampire Squid [NSFW] Award-Winning Horror Photographer Rick Jones on ‘Horrify Me’, Tom Savini, and the Dreaded ‘C’ Word By Emily Finch in Features Interviews May 6, 2021 Vampire Squid team member and content writer Emily had an absolute scream interviewing Rick Jones, founder of Horrify Me, upon his retur...

Over lockdown, James Dillon has been creating unique, immersive theatrical experiences for online audiences. His latest effort, 'Siren', is a sci-fi horror inspired by 'Dead Space' and 'Alien'. Check out the full interview:

Immersive Theatre Maker James Dillon on Crafting Captivating Sci-Fi Horror for Lockdown Audiences | Vampire Squid Immersive Theatre Maker James Dillon on Crafting Captivating Sci-Fi Horror for Lockdown Audiences By Kirstie Summers in Features Interviews May 4, 2021 The past year has presented any creator used to working in a physical space with a series of unique and unprecedented challenges. Few have not only....

Shot on two iPhones over a handful of days, 'Threshold' is an impressive example of microbudget filmmaking. Does it pack enough scares to earn its horror credentials? Check out our full review:

Road Trip Horror ‘Threshold’ Takes a Detour Down Memory Lane | Vampire Squid Road Trip Horror ‘Threshold’ Takes a Detour Down Memory Lane By VS Staff Writer in Features Reviews May 1, 2021 The release of Unsane in 2018 marked a monumental step for the use of smartphones in filmmaking, after Steven Soderbergh swapped his entire camera crew for the 28mm 12-megapixel camera...

The animated adaptation of Robert Kirkman's critically acclaimed comic 'Invincible' has officially earned a second and third series.

‘Invincible’ Renewed for a Second and Third Series | Vampire Squid ‘Invincible’ Renewed for a Second and Third Series By VS Staff Writer in News May 1, 2021 On Thursday, Robert Kirkman made the announcement that the animated adaptation of his comic book Invincible has been renewed for a second and third season. Since its March 2021 debut on Prime Video, the ser...

David Cronenberg's early work was often gut-wrenchingly gory but with an underlying intelligence and a sharp wit. His latest project could see him returning to these genre roots.

David Cronenberg to Return to his Body Horror Roots with ‘Crimes of the Future’ | Vampire Squid David Cronenberg to Return to his Body Horror Roots with ‘Crimes of the Future’ By Tom Osborne in News April 30, 2021 Few names in the horror field conjure such images of stomach-churning grotesquery as David Cronenberg. As huge fans of his particular brand of cerebral yet visceral body horror, ...