25th Dec2025

Ten Best: Christmas-Themed Horror Movies

by Phil Wheat

There’s something deeply wrong, and deeply right, about horror films that unfold during Christmas. A season built on warmth, family, nostalgia and tradition becomes far more unsettling when it’s drenched in paranoia, violence, and dread. Christmas décor already feels uncanny when viewed through the right lens, twinkling lights, quiet streets, empty houses, all primed for […]

Off
02nd Dec2025

Ten Best: 80s Video Games Based on Pop-Culture Icons

by Phil Wheat

Welcome back to Ten Best Tuesday, our weekly excuse to dive head-first into the cult corners, forgotten favourites, and gloriously geeky treasures that make pop culture worth obsessing over. Each week we whittle down the wild, the weird, and the wonderfully nostalgic into a tight top-ten list – equal parts celebration and chaos – so […]

Off
25th Nov2025

Ten Best: Remakes That Actually Worked

by Phil Wheat

Remakes are often dreaded by movie fans. Too many feel like soulless cash-grabs, recycling classics without capturing their magic. But every so often, a remake surprises everyone — updating the story, improving on the original, or offering a fresh perspective. These ten films prove that sometimes, revisiting old material can create something just as powerful, […]

Off
18th Nov2025

Ten Best: Horror Comics Ever Published

by Phil Wheat

Horror thrives in comics in a way no other medium can match. Freed from budget limits, artists and writers can conjure up creatures, nightmares, and worlds that would be impossible on film. From gothic classics to modern psychological terrors, horror comics have given readers unforgettable chills for decades. Whether you’re a long-time collector or new […]

Off
04th Nov2025

Ten Best: Horror Video Games of All Time

by Phil Wheat

Horror and gaming are a perfect match. Unlike movies, where you’re just a spectator, video games put you directly in the nightmare — forcing you to make the choices, face the monsters, and survive the terror. Over the years, horror gaming has evolved from pixelated shocks to cinematic experiences that can rattle even the most […]

Off
16th Sep2025

Ten Best: Cult Movies Everyone Should See

by Phil Wheat

Cult movies are a special breed. Often dismissed or ignored on release, they find new life through passionate fans, late-night screenings, and word-of-mouth devotion. Some are so bad they’re good, while others are just too strange or daring to ever hit the mainstream. What they all share is a lasting appeal that keeps audiences coming […]

Off
02nd Sep2025

Ten Best: Haunted House Movies

by Phil Wheat

There’s something timeless about a haunted house. Maybe it’s the idea that the one place meant to feel safe — home — can be invaded by forces we can’t understand or control. Haunted house movies take that fear and amplify it, mixing psychological dread with supernatural chills. From gothic classics to modern blockbusters, the subgenre […]

Off
07th Jan2025

Opinionated: Most Iconic Catchphrases in Pop Culture

by Phil Wheat

Catchphrases have a unique power to transcend their origins and embed themselves in our everyday lives. They can evoke memories, laughter (as in the Deadpool franchise for example), or inspiration, and often become cultural shorthand for complex ideas. Here’s a countdown of the top 10 most iconic catchphrases in pop culture: 10. “May the Force […]

Off
23rd Dec2024

10 Most Underrated Christmas Movies You Should Watch This Holiday Season

by Phil Wheat

Christmas movies often come with nostalgia and cheer, but some gems are overshadowed by classics like Home Alone and Elf. Here’s a list of ten underrated Christmas movies that deserve a spot in your holiday viewing rotation: 1. The Family Stone (2005) This heartwarming dramedy follows a chaotic family reunion when the eldest son brings […]

Off
18th Dec2024

Ten Best: Horror Movie Threequels That Nailed the Fear Factor

by Phil Wheat

The third film in a horror franchise often carries the weight of high expectations and franchise fatigue. However, some horror “threequels” break the mold, delivering scares, thrills, and fresh twists. Here are ten of the best horror movie threequels that deserve your attention. 1. A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987) Director: Chuck […]

Off
11th Dec2024

Top 10: Alternative Christmas Movies

by Phil Wheat

Ho ho ho! Looking for something different this Christmas season? Forget the same old holiday movies and check out our Top 10 Alternative Christmas Movies that deserve a spot on your watchlist! From dark comedies to zombie musicals, we’ve got hidden gems, quirky classics, and offbeat tales that bring a fresh twist to your holiday […]

Off
05th Dec2024

Ten Best: Teen Comedies of the Early 2000s

by Phil Wheat

The early 2000s were a treasure trove of hilarious teen comedies, blending awkward coming-of-age moments with unforgettable humor. Here’s a list of the top 10 teen comedies that kept us laughing and reminiscing about our own high school days. 10. Not Another Teen Movie (2001) Plot: A parody of every teen movie trope you could […]

Off
27th Nov2024

Ten Best: Straight-to-Video Horrors of the 1990s

by Phil Wheat

The 1990s were a golden era for straight-to-video horror films. While these productions often had limited budgets and resources, they compensated with creativity, bold storytelling, and memorable scares. Here’s a countdown of just SOME of the straight-to-video horror gems from that decade. 10. Ice Cream Man (1995) Plot: A deranged ice cream vendor terrorizes a […]

Off
25th Nov2024

Ten Best: Gambling Movies Of All Time

by James Smith

Filmmakers have searched for fresh ideas since cinema began. In early Hollywood, casinos gained attention as a growing theme. These two industries became connected fast. The first gambling movies appeared in the 1930s. They focused on the risky lives of gamblers. Such themes still appear in modern films, reflecting cultural and economic shifts. For a […]

Off
21st Aug2024

Ten Best: Surprising Movie Cameos

by Kevin Haldon

Our new series is our personal picks for Cinematic Top 10s. In this new video list we dive into the Top 10 Surprising Cameos on the Big Screen. Check out the video below and let us know what you think of our list… Do you agree or disagree? Are there any other cameos you’d recommend […]

Off
31st Jul2024

Ten Best: Films of Mexican legend El Santo

by Phil Wheat

Santo, the iconic Mexican wrestler, actor, and folk hero, starred in a plethora of films that combined elements of lucha libre, horror, sci-fi, and adventure. His movies are cherished for their campy charm, thrilling plots, and the larger-than-life presence of El Santo himself. With an extended version of Santo vs. the Riders of Terror screening […]

Off
17th Jul2024

Ten Best: Films of Godfrey Ho

by Phil Wheat

Godfrey Ho (pictured above), often regarded as a prolific and enigmatic figure in the world of low-budget cinema, is best known for his extensive catalogue of ninja-themed films, which often utilized unconventional methods such as splicing together unrelated footage. Here’s a list of the top 10 films from this cult director, known for their entertainment […]

Off
16th Jul2024

Fantasia Festival 2024 – Ten films to check out

by Alain Elliott

My favourite festival of the year is soon to be upon us and Fantasia has another insanely brilliant line-up ready for you! Here are ten films – in no particular order – that I cannot wait to check out. Samara Weaving in a new horror film. That’s all I need to say really but I […]

Off
16th Jul2024

Ten Best: Movies Featuring Time Travel as a Plot Device

by Phil Wheat

In the latest in our new “top 10” series of our personal picks for Cinematic Top 10s. This time we bring you our Top 10 movies that use Time Travel as a plot device… Time travel has always captured my imagination from a young age, consistently giving us the ultimate “what if?” scenario from the […]

Off
10th Jul2024

Ten Best: Terrifying Horror Films Directed By Women

by Kevin Haldon

Our new series is our personal picks for Cinematic Top 10s. On the first of the new lists we dive into our Top 10 most terrifying horror films directed by women. These films, helmed by talented women directors, offer a diverse range of storytelling and filmmaking styles, proving that the horror genre is enriched by […]

Off
02nd Jul2024

Ten Best: Movies Set in a Single Location

by Kevin Haldon

Our new series is our personal picks for Cinematic Top 10s. On the first of the new lists we dive into our Top 10 movies set in a single location. Now, you could be thinking, “How thrilling can a movie be if it’s set in just one place?” Well, we are here to tell you […]

Off
25th Jun2024

Ten Best: Slasher Movies (1980 – 1988)

by Phil Wheat

To celebrate the release of 80s slasher classic Madn man on 4K UHD from Arrow Video, here’s a list of the ten best slasher movies released between 1980 and 1988… showcasing the best of the genre’s golden age, offering a mix of iconic killers, inventive kills, and unforgettable scares! 1. Friday the 13th (1980) One […]

Off
Pages:123456»