I may have got a bit carried away buying fumetti whilst in Milan last weekend.

My wife and I are amongst the handful of people who did actually see The Frighteners in the cinema in 1996. I still love it. Can’t wait for the 4K!

IndieWire@indiewire.com · yesterday

Peter Jackson and more reflect on 'The Frighteners,' their first Hollywood film, and the growth of Wētā for its 30th anniversary. Oral history.

The Sugarland Express (1974) Directed by Steven Spielberg, in his theatrical film directing debut, stars Goldie Hawn, William Atherton and Ben Johnson.

The Frighteners in 4K from @arrowvideo.bsky.social! Does this mean we’re getting closer to the rest of Peter Jackson’s horror back catalogue upgraded and released now? I hope so! hmv.com/store/film-t...

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The Frighteners Limited Edition 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Free shipping over £25

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There’s a cafe on Lake Como that has Fumetti-themed sandwiches. I had the Eva Kant.

Any UK-based media lecturers looking for a new job, and fancy coming to work with me in Beijing? www.jobs.ac.uk/job/DSI946/l...

Lecturer in Media Communications and Production (Beijing) at Nottingham Trent University

Recruiting now: Lecturer in Media Communications and Production (Beijing) on jobs.ac.uk. Click for details and explore more academic job opportunities on the top job board

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I continue to despair at the mistakes that seem to get through proofreading (and live in constant fear about the mistakes that get missed in my own work). I’m pretty sure that Elvis didn’t make his second film in 1947.

My next audio commentary is for this fascinating entry in the nuns gone wrong canon, coming in October from @indicator.bsky.social! www.powerhousefilms.co.uk/collections/...

THE SINFUL NUNS OF SAINT VALENTINE - 4K UHD LE

THIS PRODUCT LISTING IS FOR THE 4K UHD EDITION OF THIS TITLE. THE BLU-RAY LISTING CAN BE FOUND HERE. (Sergio Grieco, 1974, 94 mins)Release date: 19 October 2026Limited Edition 4K UHD (World premiere) ...

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Which is why I’m now teaching in Beijing.

University and College Union (UCU)@ucu.org.uk · 3w ago

"Humanities are being extinguished by university bosses across the country. We desperately need an emergency rescue package to stop the death-rattle of Britain's great universities." @drjogrady.bsky.social in the Guardian 👇 www.theguardian.com/education/20...

In the cinema to see Obsession again. I can’t believe it’s still out after two months. Horror rules.

obesssion

ALT: obesssion

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Another commentary track in the can, this time for an Italian nunsploitation classic. I’m nothing if not versatile.

It’s a real shame Indian cinema isn’t promoted or reviewed in the U.K. press, because if you’re not keeping up with the YRF Spy Universe you’re really missing out. Alia Bahtt is always terrific onscreen, but she’s especially great as an action star: boxd.it/f6b4iT

A ★★★★ diary entry for Alpha (2026)

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One of my favourite things to see at the cinema.

House of Psychotic Women is one of the best film books I’ve ever read.

Kier-La Janisse@kierlajanisse.bsky.social · last mo.

Somehow I went from a nobody right to a has-been and missed out on all the perks of an exciting emerging career. My book House of Psychotic Women is supposedly legendary yet I've never been invited to a single book festival or literary event. No book trades have ever covered my books.

The next episode in our Donald Pleasence season is available now wherever you find podcasts! We're back in the jungle, this time with Miles O'Keefe. It's Double Target! Available as part of the @filmstoriespodnet.bsky.social: open.spotify.com/episode/7oeB...

Double Target ( Bruno Mattei, 1987)

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The Fantasy of the Deer Warrior is a fascinating children's film from Taiwan which is getting a Blu-ray release from @cultpix.bsky.social! I made a mini-documentary about Taiwanese cinema which is included on here. Very proud: klubbsuper8.com/en/article.p...

Vernon Sewell films are so moreish.

The commentary track jobs are starting to stack up - got a solo one to record tomorrow, another cult Italian one to co-host next week, and I've just been offered a Nunsploitation film. I'm wondering when I can quit my day job and go full time with this.

The Sound of Music Julie Andrews

ALT: The Sound of Music Julie Andrews

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@chopperfireball.bsky.social Hi, did you guys ever cover Bruno Mattei's Double Target?

Yet another amazing publication from Creepy*Images!

Holger Haase@holgerhaase.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Creepy Images has a steady hold on my credit card these days. I have the two previous editions of "Muchas Gracias, Señor Lobo", so of course I will need to have the final one as well. www.creepy-images.com/en/books/MUC...

A fun Hercules double-bill from @imprintfilms.bsky.social announced for next month!

More Hong Kong cinema goodness from @imprintfilms.bsky.social! My review of the A Chinese Ghost Story trilogy boxset is now live on Cinema Retro: www.cinemaretro.com/index.php/ar...

And with that final seminar, I’m done for another year. No classes until September and it’s such a relief.

Spongebob's Excited Fortnite Dance

ALT: Spongebob's Excited Fortnite Dance

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Just recorded my 20th audio commentary, this time for an erotic drama with gothic overtones.

Another pricey day to be a collector of old stuff, what with this from @hammerfilms.bsky.social and @arrowvideo.bsky.social's Once a Thief. I need to live until I'm about 150 to make sure I'll be able to watch everything. hammerfilms.com/products/bre...

Break In The Circle Limited Collector’s Edition

Hollywood heavyweight Forrest Tucker stars as a low-level smuggler playing for high stakes in this slick Eurocrime espionage thriller from acclaimed Hammer director Val Guest.

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What is it with Hammer fans? Why are they constantly so snippy, critical of Hammer/ each other, trying to be more right than anyone else? Someone has made a nice video and tried to promote it, and the first comment is just typical of this kind of thing. Guys, let's all just watch films.

If only I could go back in time and provide a commentary for the first volume - then I would be present across this whole massive collection! As it is, four out of five is pretty great.

Severin Films@severinfilms.bsky.social · 2mo ago

Behold a classic world of cobwebs, candelabras, family curses and needy shelves! To celebrate our new installment in what Mondo Digital calls “an essential series of Euro-Gothic tastiness”, we’re offering THE ULTIMATE DANZA DEAL! on our four previous DANZA MACABRA Volumes through 6/8.

I'm very proud to have recorded a solo commentary for Strange Voyage, a black comedy based on a true life case, directed by one of Spain's most beloved actor/ directors Fernando Fernán Gómez, and starring none other than Jess Franco in his biggest acting role outside of his own directing career!

Severin Films@severinfilms.bsky.social · 2mo ago

***NEW TITLE ANNOUNCEMENT*** DANZA MACABRA VOLUME FIVE: THE SPANISH GOTHIC COLLECTION ORDER LINK: severinfilms.com/collections/... All-New 5-Disc Collection Includes 4 Uncut Spanish Gothic Horror Classics With 10+ Hours Of Audio Commentaries, Interviews, Video Essays & More

Another Carry On Blu-ray collection from @imprintfilms.bsky.social has just been announced! There are some great films in this set too. The team were firing on all cylinders. When we get to the set with Carry On England in it I might be less enthusiastic.

DANZA MACABRA VOLUME FIVE: THE SPANISH GOTHIC COLLECTION Coming Soon!