BBC One and Netflix team up to co-produce Dracula from Sherlock producers Hartswood Films

BBC One has commissioned Dracula from the co-creators of multi-award-winning hit BBC drama Sherlock. It will be produced by Hartswood Films and is a co-production between BBC One and Netflix.

The 3x90’ mini-series is written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss and inspired by Bram Stoker’s classic novel. Three feature length episodes will re-introduce the world to Dracula, the vampire who made evil sexy. In Transylvania in 1897, the blood-drinking Count is drawing his plans against Victorian London. And be warned: the dead travel fast.

Co-creators, writers and executive producers Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss said, “There have always been stories about great evil. What’s special about Dracula, is that Bram Stoker gave evil its own hero.”

Charlotte Moore, BBC Director of Content, says:“Genius duo Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss turn their attentions to Dracula for unmissable event television on BBC One."

Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama, says: “Steven and Mark’s ingenious vision for Dracula is as clever as it is chilling. In their talented hands the fans will experience the power of Bram Stoker’s creation as if completely anew. We are thrilled to be collaborating with them and the brilliant team at Hartswood on yet another iconic British series.”

Larry Tanz, Vice President, Content Acquisition, Netflix, says: “We can’t wait to bring Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss’ brilliant storytelling to our members around the world and we are eager to collaborate on yet another series with the BBC.”

Sue Vertue, Executive Producer, Hartswood Films, says: "We are absolutely thrilled to be back at the BBC, and also delighted that Netflix are coming on board with Dracula. There’s nothing like fresh blood.”

Dracula was commissioned by Charlotte Moore, Director of BBC Content and Piers Wenger, Controller of BBC Drama. It is written and created by Steven Moffat and Mark Gatiss; executive producers are Mark Gatiss, Steven Moffat and Sue Vertue for Hartswood Films, Ben Irving for BBC and will be handled by Larry Tanz for Netflix.

The series will premiere on BBC One in the UK and on Netflix outside of the UK, and China where the service is not available. BBC Studios Distribution, who brokered the deal with Netflix for Hartswood Films, is the international distributor.

Competition: Win Down A Dark Hall on DVD

Down A Dark Hall is out on Digital and DVD 22nd October

And to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to give away.

Synopsis

In an old mansion deep within the forest, Blackwood Boarding School promises to turn rebellious teens into straight-laced young adults. Desperate for a fix to her daughter’s dissident behaviour, Kit Gordy’s mother sees no other option. Kit (AnnaSofia Robb) is placed in a class with four other equally reluctant teens, miles from any outsiders and no contact with the outside world.

There is something odd about the enigmatic Madame Duret (Uma Thurman) who’s unconventional methods unsettle her pupils. Strange inexplicable events occur during the night, and the girl’s behaviour grows increasingly unnerving.

The girls must band together to unravel the terrifying secrets at the heart of Blackwood Boarding or risk losing their sanity completely.

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Competition: Win Xtro on Bluray

Xtro is out on Bluray on October 22nd.
And to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to give away.

Synopsis

Three years ago young Tony watched with horror as his father was taken into the night sky by a mysterious blinding light and never seen again. Until now. His father is coming home but he's not the man he used to be!

A 'must-see' cult rental of the 80s, Xtro is one of the most outrageously bizarre, gory and insanely enjoyable horror films of its time complete with infamous 'alien birth' scene. 'Not all extra terrestrials are friendly'!

SPECIAL FEATURES:
New restoration featuring option of alternate endings plus the original UK video version edit
New director restoration
‘Xploring Xtro’ - a new 57 minute documentary featuring interviews with Harry Bromley-Davenport, Mark Forstater, Bernice Stegers, Susie Silvey, ‘Tik’ – Tim Dry, ‘Tok’ – Sean Crawford, Robert Pereno, Alan Jones and Craig Lapper
‘The World of Xtro’ - a new featurette with Dennis Atherton, Harry Bromley-Davenport and Mark Forstater
‘Beyond Xtro’ – a new featurette with Harry Bromley-Davenport and Mark Forstater looking ahead to new reboot ‘Xtro – The Big One’, including excusive test footage
‘Xtro Xposed’
‘Loving The Alien: A Tribute to Philip Sayer’ featuring exclusive Brian May music tribute
Reversible sleeve with 2 original artwork options
English subtitles for the hearing impaired

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Competition: Win The Amityville Horror on Blu-ray

The Amityville Horror is out on Bluray on October 15th.
And to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to give away.

Synopsis

Based on terrifying true events, The Amityville Horror tells the story of George and Kathy Lutz who believe they have found the perfect family home on the coast of Long Island. But the house has a shocking history and within its walls a demonic presence lies in wait that will turn the Lutz’s lives into a living nightmare. Their only hope is to get out before it’s too late!

SPECIAL EDITION FEATURES
‘Brolin Thunder’ – A New Interview with Actor James Brolin
‘Child’s Play’ – A New Interview with Actor Meeno Peluce
‘Amityville Scribe’ – A New Interview with Screenwriter Sandor Stern
‘The Devil in The Music’ – A New Interview with Composer Lalo Schifrin
‘My Amityville Horror’ – Feature-Length Documentary with Daniel Lutz
‘For God’s Sake Get Out’ – Archive Interviews with James Brolin and Margot Kidder
Intro by Dr Hans Holzer, PhD. in Parapsychology (Author of ‘Murder in Amityville’)
Audio Commentary by Dr Hans Holzer
Original Trailer, TV Spot, Radio Spots
DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 and Uncompressed Stereo Audio Options
New Optional English Subtitles for the Hearing Impaired

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Arrow Video FrightFest announces line-up for Halloween 2018 event

 

Arrow Video FrightFest unleashes an intoxicating six-pack of horror, sci-fi and fantasy for their popular Halloween all-day event, now at the Cineworld Leicester Square on Saturday 3 November. The 12-hour monstrous marathon embraces four continents and includes two world premieres and four UK premieres

 

The day kicks off with Julian Richards' latest chiller REBORN, a Carrie for the Z Generation, starring the First Lady of FrightFest, Barbara Crampton, and featuring a stunning performance from rising newcomer Kayleigh Gilbert. Richards, famous for The Last Horror Movie, is with us for this World Premiere screening.

 

Next up is the UK premiere of PARALLEL, director Isaac Ezban's first English language horror fantasy after The Incident and The Similars. Be prepared for an ingenious killer alternate-universe concept, pitch-black thrills and a top-notch cast including Brit-star Georgia King.

 

You'll definitely keep your eyes wide open for the UK premiere of MARA, Clive Tonge's intensely tormenting psychological thriller about Sleep Paralysis, This demonic jolter stars the dazzling Olga Kurylenko, with sterling support from Craig Conway. Olga is planning to attend.

 

Technology has no boundaries in our next presentation - the world premiere of Paul Hyett's sinister and unsettling PERIPHERAL. Hyett's latest sci-fi horror fantasy boasts an astonishing performance from Hannah Arterton and both Hannah and Paul will be present, alongside co-star Elliot James Langridge.

 

This is followed by the UK Premiere of Swedish blockbuster THE UNTHINKABLE, a nail-biting disaster epic reminiscent of The Mist and the Cloverfield franchise, with jaw-dropping action sequences, a gripping plot and punchy performances that will leave you breathless.

 

Last but definitely not least, is the UK premiere of The Onetti Brothers' ABRAKADABRA, the final instalment of their fantastic giallo trilogy after Sonno Profondo and Francesca. This is definitely their wackiest, wildest and most twisted thriller yet, complete with film stock grain, a trippy Suspiria colour scheme and black-gloved maniacs!

 

Plus, we'll be showing two fantastic shorts, the London premiere of comedy horror DEEP CLEAN, starring Paul Kaye, and the world premiere of Zombie romance THE PREDICAMENT, And of course there will be intros, Q & A's, give-aways and a few special surprises…

 

Alan Jones, FrightFest co-director, said today: "After a hugely successful Arrow Video FrightFest at the Cineworld Empire Leicester Square this August, we are thrilled to be returning to such an auspicious venue for our annual sort-of-Halloween, all-screaming, all-entrancing Shriek Saturday. Team FrightFest searched long and hard for the most trenchant, traumatizing and trend-setting movies, which we hope you'll remember for a long time to come".

 

Day passes (£45) and single tickets (£15) go on sale at noon on Saturday 6th October. 

To book: http://www.frightfest.co.uk/tickets.html

(Online booking only)

Competition: Win The Hatred on DVD

The Hatred is out on DVD on October 8th.
And to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies to give away.

Synopsis

Reagan and three of her closest friends travel to her former professor and mentor's recently purchased country estate for a weekend of fun, house sitting, and watching the professor's young daughter, Irene. Unbeknownst to everyone, the house and grounds hold a dark secret and evil deeds perpetrated and buried within by its former malevolent owner, a former Nazi officer in hiding, who menacingly forbade anyone from entering his property.

Their arrival, the first since these secret acts of horror occurred, unleashes a night of terror and a fight for survival none of them could have ever imagined.

Stars: Sarah Davenport, Andrew Divoff, Darby Walker

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Competition: Win Halloween 4K UHD Blu-ray

Revisit Haddonfield this Halloween as John Carpenter’s classic horror film is re-released on DVD, Blu-ray
and for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray (which also includes 5 lobby-style artcards) to celebrate 40
years of terror.

And to celebrate we have a great competition for you and 3 copies on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray to give away.

Synopsis
It may have been 40 years since Michael Myers returned to terrorise his hometown but the horror is as real
today…

Jamie Lee Curtis and Donald Pleasance star in the ultimate, original slasher movie HALLOWEEN… Escaped psychopathic child-murderer Myers returns to the home where he butchered his sister with a carving knife to torment and murder residents once again. Baby-sitter Laurie Strode becomes his new target in this creepy, evil and unforgettable film.

With a soundtrack to remember, a face mask you’ll want to forget and scares that stay with you beyond the 31st October - this is the only movie worth watching this Halloween.

HALLOWEEN is out for the first time on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray from the 1st October.

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