Horror

Austrian-German Horror ‘The Devil’s Bath’ Sweeps Top Awards at the Sitges Film Festival 2024

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Sitges, Spain — The prestigious Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival wrapped up its 57th edition on Saturday with the Austrian-German historical horror film “The Devil’s Bath” taking top honors. The film, directed by Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala, stood out in the Official Fantastic Competition, also securing two additional awards, establishing itself as a festival favorite. “The Devil’s Bath,” which debuted earlier this year at the Berlinale, received the José Luis Guarner Critics’ Award for Best Film and the Carnet Jove Jury Award for Best Feature Film, demonstrating its critical acclaim and popularity among the … Read more

Chills and Thrills at Popcorn Frights: ‘Strange Darling’ and ‘Old Wounds’ Emerge as Top Winners in Horror Film Fest

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The Popcorn Frights Film Festival, located in Florida, recently celebrated its latest edition by awarding outstanding films from a diverse lineup. The festival showcased 131 films, including 48 feature films and 83 short films, from 20 different countries. It attracted a crowd of approximately 12,700 enthusiasts, demonstrating its growing influence in the horror genre landscape. This year, the festival’s jury, comprised of national media personalities and esteemed local filmmakers, granted the top honor, the Jury Prize for Best Feature Film, to “Strange Darling” directed by J.T. Mollner. This cat-and-mouse thriller captivated the jury with its … Read more

Popcorn Frights Film Festival Wraps Up Its Tenth Edition with a Thrilling Showcase of Global Horror Gems and Award Winners

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Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — The Popcorn Frights Film Festival, now in its tenth year, concluded its electrifying 11-day run with a blend of virtual and in-person events, drawing horror enthusiasts from around the globe. Celebrating both novices and veterans in horror cinema, the festival showcased 131 films from 20 countries, attracting a diverse crowd of over 12,700 attendees. Within this festival, the Jury Prize for Best Feature Film was won by J.T. Mollner for his gripping thriller “Strange Darling,” which tells a cat-and-mouse tale drenched in suspense. Mollner expressed his gratitude, saying, “This is such … Read more

Overlook Film Festival 2024 Celebrates Horror Favorites ‘Oddity’ and ‘Some Day All This Will Be Yours’

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New Orleans, Louisiana – The Overlook Film Festival has announced the winners of its 2024 audience and jury awards for horror films. Among the top honorees are Damian Mc Carthy’s “Oddity” and Cricket Arrison’s “Some Day All This Will Be Yours.” The eighth annual Overlook Film Festival took place from April 4-7, welcoming 90 filmmakers and attracting approximately six thousand audience members, the highest attendance in the festival’s history. The event featured 36 sold-out screenings, showcasing a diverse range of horror films. The Audience Award for Feature Film went to “Oddity,” directed by Damian Mc … Read more