Let’s Build A Snowman!

If there’s one thing that’s been on everyone’s lips this week it’s…icicles. If you’ve built up the courage to battle the icy breeze and ventured into the artic outdoors with your trusty husky dogs, fighting of wild man-eating polar bears and abominable snowmen, whilst keeping a flask of warm cocoa by your side then I take my hat off to you. You could’ve simply stayed in all week, stuck your feet up, munched on pizza and working your way through your ever growing pile of cult DVDs to watch. So, stay in, stick on a movie, read the newsletter and drool over all the upcoming titles. Drool!

OUT NOW – American Out

This week saw the release of the incredible fresh and brave new horror film, bursting with originality and gore. Available on DVD and Blu-ray from Universal Pictures UK, American Mary delves into the dark and strange world of extreme body modification. From the Soska Sisters, the twisted twins behind Dead Hooker In A Trunk, American Mary is among one of the most original horror movies of recent years and is an absolute must-buy! Order yours from Amazon today.

SINISTER

Pick up Sinister today! Exclusive to Blockbuster, Sinister will be available to rent both in store and online from today onwards, ahead of the film’s DVD and Blu-ray release on the 11th Feb. So come on film fans, head to Blockbusters, support them through these tough times and enjoy one of the greatest horror films in years!

In other Sinister news, to celebrate it’s upcoming release we’re hosting a huge competition that’s perfect for all movie lovers with a family. Simply send in your kid’s drawing of a scary monster or a photo of them in a creepy costume to the official Sinister UK Facebook page and you could win a bundle of Sinister goodies AND an incredible prize fund that your kids (and you!) will absolutely love. Also on the Facebook page, you’ll find our countdown of cinema’s most shocking death scenes. Is there any films which are missing? Let us know!

V/H/S

Did you somehow miss the incredible one-night only trip back in time to celebrate the highly anticipated release of V/H/S? Well, if you did, shame, shame, shame on you. You missed out on an amazing night. Check out this brilliant video to see just how incredible the night was! Don’t forget V/H/S is out on DVD and Blu-ray soon. Pre-order yours online today!

Chained

Have you ever been in a strange relationship? Perhaps you’ve been in a relationship where the other person just wouldn’t wash up, take the bin out or, dare I say it, put the toilet lid down! Well, meet Rabbit, a guy who was kidnapped by a demented psychotic killer while he watched his mother being murdered and has since been kept chained up, locked away and forced to kill. Now that’s what you call an unconventional relationship! Head here for more on this fascinating and disturbing horror from David Lynch’s daughter.

Great British Railway Journeys

Something very different here, but something that, nevertheless, you may really enjoy! Calling all fans of TV, out on Monday is this interesting look at the UK and it’s very morbid and dark historical secrets. From grave robbery to human remain beach combing to the UK’s Atlantis and the mummified decapitated head of a politician…these are just a few of the wonderfully intriguing tales Michael Portillo explores in his quest around the UK. The 3rd series is out soon and is definitely worth picking up if you’re after something a little different and intend on sharpening those brain cells!

Shameless Screen Entertainment

The wait is killing us! There’s not long until Shameless hopefully spill the beans and let us know what amazing titles they have up their yellow sleeves. In the meantime, why not soothe those Italian film urges with the latest release from Argent, Django. The king of Spaghetti Westerns – it’s out now and can be ordered from Amazon today. Have you watched a Shameless film recently? Bought a new box of yellow goodness to add to your collection? Don’t be shy, be Shameless! Come along to the label’s official forum and let the world know.