Abbott stars as Blake, a San Francisco husband and father, who inherits his remote childhood home in rural Oregon after his own father vanishes and is presumed dead. With his marriage to his high-powered wife, Charlotte (Garner), fraying, Blake persuades Charlotte to take a break from the city and visit the property with their young daughter, Ginger (Matilda Firth). But as the family approaches the farmhouse in the dead of night, they’re attacked by an unseen animal and, in a desperate escape, barricade themselves inside the home as the creature prowls the perimeter. As the night stretches on, however, Blake begins to behave strangely, transforming into something unrecognizable, and Charlotte will be forced to decide whether the terror within their house is more lethal than the danger without.
Whannell directs Wolf Man from a script he co-wrote with Corbett Tuck, as well as Dumb Money’s Lauren Schuker Blum and Rebecca Angelo. The film co-stars Sam Jaeger, Ben Prendergast and Benedict Hardie. Blumhouse is producing the pic.
Watch the teaser trailer for Wolf Man below, ahead of its cinema release on January 17th, 2025.
John Gore Media Limited – who own Hammer Films – has acquired Silver Salt Restoration, the premiere UK restoration studio as part of their ongoing commitment to preserving cinematic history.
Silver Salt, which has a long history of working with some of the industry’s leading names including Arrow, Studiocanal, and the BFI, will now take on some of the iconic films within our portfolio, particularly those under our Hammer Films label, to ensure they are revitalised for future generations.
As part of this exciting and strategic development, Hammer Films, under the John Gore Media umbrella, will benefit directly from the expertise of Silver Salt Restoration.
Silver Salt is currently working on the remastering of rare Hammer Films cult classics, many of which have been out of circulation for years. These films will undergo meticulous 4K restoration and preservation, allowing both dedicated fans and new audiences to experience these forgotten gems in the highest possible quality.
This November, Hammer Films celebrates its 90th anniversary. To mark the occasion, a special documentary, Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters, will air on Sky. The documentary will explore the studio’s legacy, its most iconic productions, and its lasting impact on British cinema. The restoration of these rare classics perfectly complements the celebrations, as Hammer Films honours its past while looking toward an exciting future.
John Gore
John Gore, CEO and Chairman of John Gore Media, commented on the acquisition: “We are delighted to welcome Silver Salt Restoration into the John Gore Media family. This acquisition not only strengthens our film restoration capabilities but also aligns perfectly with our mission to uphold the highest standards in cinematic preservation. As Hammer Films approaches its 90th anniversary this November, alongside the Sky documentary ‘Hammer: Heroes, Legends and Monsters’, we are more committed than ever to ensuring that our classic films, including these rare cult titles, are preserved and presented in the best possible quality for both loyal fans and new audiences.”
Mark Bonnici
Mark Bonnici, Managing Director of Silver Salt Restoration, said: “Joining the John Gore Media family is a significant milestone for Silver Salt Restoration. We have always been dedicated to excellence in film restoration, and it’s inspiring to be part of a group that shares our passion for preserving cinematic heritage. Restoring these rare Hammer Films cult classics in stunning 4K gives us the opportunity to bring these hidden treasures to new audiences while preserving the enduring legacy of Hammer Films.”
“As Hammer Films approaches its 90th anniversary, these restoration projects are a fitting tribute to its illustrious past and an exciting step into the future. With the combined efforts of John Gore Media and Silver Salt Restoration, we are dedicated to continuing our tradition of excellence in storytelling and film preservation, ensuring that these cinematic treasures remain vibrant and accessible for decades to come.”
We look forward to seeing what the team-up will bring for us!
ReedPop, the folk behind the MCM Comic Con events, have announced a scholarship scheme, aimed at helping would-be writers, comic book artists, game developers, voice actors get a start in the geek media industry.
Conventions are a fantastic way to meet and talk to people in the industry, and figure out how you want to contribute.
The winner of the MCM Scholarship will be granted free entry for all three days of MCM Comic Con x EGX, a three-night stay at a hotel near ExCeL London and a cash prize of £500. The winner will also receive a bespoke itinerary based on their career goals but will also be free to explore the show as they please.
EGX is the UK’s largest video games consumer, trade and careers event. Produced by ReedPop, EGX features the latest games on both PC and console, stage presentations by well-known games designers, and the opportunity to chat with developers on the show floor.
The show follows a series of heinous crimes, potentially supernatural in nature. Detective Lois Tryon ( Niecy Nash-Betts ) takes the crimes personally. Lois grapples with a strained relationship with her daughter, a husband in long-term hospital care and her own inner demons. She accepts the help of Sister Megan ( Micaela Diamond ), a nun and journalist with the Catholic Guardian. As Lois and Sister Megan uncover clues, they find themselves ensnared in a sinister web.
Disney+ have announced that FX’s Grotesquerie, Ryan Murphy’s new horror drama series, will premiere with the first two episodes on September 26th exclusively on Disney+ in the UK. It is a ten-episode season.
Toy fans are gearing up for this Friday’s Hasbro Pulse Con, which promises to deliver news on some of the most exciting toy and game releases in the galaxy. Fans of Star Wars, Transformers, GI Joe Dungeons and Dragons, and Magic: The Gathering would be wise to tune in to the custom YouTube channelhere this Friday.
If you can’t wait, however, some really cool toys are already available for pre-order on the HASBRO PULSE website.
First up, we have Collectible Punisher and Bushwacker action figures inspired by the character’s appearance in Marvel’s The Punisher War Journal comic. A rogue assassin known as Bushwacker has a bizarre power that gives him shape-shift skin and arms – represented here with detachable hands that come in gun and grenade launcher configurations. The Punisher himself comes with a variety of weapons and two heads, both of which are angry.
Star Wars fans will be pleased to learn that Star Wars The Vintage Collection K-2SO is also now on pre-order; everyone’s favourite ANDOR / ROGUE ONE sarcastic robot is a must-have for collectors.
GI JOE fans will be delighted to learn that the deluxe re-imagining of the Action Force / G.I. JOE Classified Series Cobra Rattler Ground Attack Jet is still funding on the Hasbro Pulse site at the time of publication. Hurry, though; it ends soon.
Not even Danielle Brooks and Jason Momoa in curtain bangs can make this writer care about A Minecraft Movie. The new teaser for Warner Bros’ latest video game adaptation has released, giving fans their first glimpse at the pic directed by Jared Hess – and however low your expectations were, may we suggest lowering them further?
The film also stars Jack Black, Emma Myers, Sebastian Eugene Hansen, and Jennifer Coolidge. The synopsis is as follows: “Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn’t just help you craft, it’s essential to one’s survival! Four misfits – Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks) – find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master this world (and protect it from evil things like Piglins and Zombies, too) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve (Black). Together, their adventure will challenge all five to be bold and to reconnect with the qualities that make each of them uniquely creative…the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.”
A Minecraft Movie releases in cinemas from April 2nd, 2025 (so sadly, this isn’t just an expensive prank). Watch the teaser trailer below and let us know your thoughts:
Next up on roll call for Amazon MGM Studios and Mattel Films’ live-action adaptation of Masters of the Universeis Alison Brie, who has nabbed the villainous role of Evil-Lyn.
The actress joins previously-announced stars Nicholas Galitzine (The Idea of You) and Camila Mendes (Riverdale) in the adaptation of the popular toy brand from the ’80s. Galitzine will play He-Man, with Mendes as Teela, the captain of the royal guard.
In the director’s chair is the founder of indie film studio Laika, Travis Knight, best known for directing Kubo and the Two Strings. The screenplay hails from Chris Butler, following initial drafts by David Callaham, and brothers Aaron and Adam Nee.
Plot details are unconfirmed, but the project centres on the character of Prince Adam of Eternia who, thanks to his Power Sword, can turn into He-Man and be imbued with superhuman strength and abilities. Alongside his allies, he defends his planet from the evil Skeletor and his armies. Alison Brie’s Evil-Lyn is Skeletor’s second-in-command and uses a wand to practice the dark arts.
Dune and Dune Part 2 screenwriter Jon Spaihts is set to make his directorial debut with a sci-fi thriller, a project which was unveiled at the Toronto International Film Festival this week.
Film studio Laika is producing the film about a woman investigating a mystery that took place during a week she cannot remember. “This is an original passion project I’ve been eager to turn to for a while, and I couldn’t ask for better partners. Laika has a clear creative vision, and a tradition of meticulous, bespoke storytelling that suits this project very well,” Spaihts said of in a statement being introduced this week to buyers at TIFF.
“Laika has long admired Jon’s iconic work as a screenwriter. He is one of the most imaginative and inventive storytellers working today, and we’re honored to partner with him as he brings his unique vision and soul to the director’s chair for the first time with a wholly original idea that is as thought-provoking as it is moving,” Laika president of live action film and series Matt Levin said.
Though Jon Spaihts is best known for his work with Denis Villeneuve and Eric Roth on Dune, which earned him an Oscar nomination for best adapted screenplay, he’s also known for having written Ridley Scott’s Prometheus, Passengers, and Marvel’s Doctor Strange.
The new audio editions of The Northern Lights are available from today. The new edition of The Amber Spyglass will also feature a conversation between Philip Pullman and Ruth Wilson, recorded at the Bodleian Library in 2021. The original recordings of the novels, narrated by Philip Pullman and featuring a full cast, will continue to be available.
Ruth Wilson said: “I fell in love with Philip’s world of His Dark Materials when I first read the books: they’re so complex in their themes and playing Mrs Coulter on screen allowed me to explore themes deeper than just her villainy: narcissism, freedom, motherhood, imagination. Having the opportunity to narrate this series of audiobooks and delve further into Philip’s profoundly intricate world was an honour and a pleasure.”
Northern Lights narrated by Ruth Wilson is published on September 5th. Listen on Audible, Spotify, and all audiobook retailers. https://linktr.ee/hdmaudiobooks
Naomi Scott (Aladdin, Charlie’s Angels) heads up the cast of returning director Parker Finn’s horror sequel Smile 2, for which a new trailer has just been released by Paramount Pictures.
In Smile 2, “about to embark on a new world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley (Scott) begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by the escalating horrors and the pressures of fame, Skye is forced to face her dark past to regain control of her life before it spirals out of control.”
The cast also includes Kyle Gallner, returning as cursed police officer Joel from Smile, as well as Rosemarie DeWitt, Lukas Gage, Dylan Gelula, Raul Castillo, and Miles Gutierrez-Riley. The brand-new trailer also reveals Drew Barrymore to appear in the film as herself.
