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Let us know your thoughts In this episode of The Horror Cut, we dive into Halloween, Rob Zombie’s brutal reimagining of the slasher classic. Stripping back the mystery and rebuilding the legend, Zombie’s take explores the fractured childhood of Michael Myers before unleashing him back onto Haddonfield in a wave of relentless violence. From Tyler Mane’s imposing physicality to Malcolm McDowell’s reworked Loomis, we explore what this version adds and what it loses by pulling back the mask. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Enter the cabin, creep into the cellar and open the book. This week, we are dissecting 2013's Evil Dead. Trading camp for unrelenting brutality, this version drags the franchise into darker territory, delivering a blood-soaked descent into possession, addiction, and survival. We dig into the film’s intense practical effects, its controversial tonal shift, and the way it reworks familiar lore for a new generation. From Mia’s harrowing transformation to the film’s infamous set pieces, we explore what makes this entry so divisive, and why it’s earned its place as one of the most extreme studio horror films of the 2010s. No chainsaw required… just a strong stomach. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Light the lanterns, walk the foggy streets, and mind the shadows... something is stalking Whitechapel. In this episode of The Horror Cut, we descend into the murky underbelly of Victorian London to explore From Hell, the graphic novel adaptation that reimagines the legend of Jack the Ripper with gothic dread. Directed by the Hughes Brothers and starring Johnny Depp and Heather Graham, the film blends detective noir with slasher horror. We dig into the film’s take on historical horror and the balance between fact and fiction. From psychic visions and royal cover-ups, we unpack what works, what doesn’t, and why From Hell remains such a fascinating entry in early 2000s horror. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Load your laser fitted pistol, and watch the rooftops because the hunt has come to the city. In this episode of The Horror Cut, we head into the concrete jungle to take on Predator 2, the brutal sequel that moved the hunt from the rainforest to the crime-soaked streets of LA. The film drops us into a near-future heatwave where gang wars rage and a new Predator arrives looking for the ultimate challenge. We dig into the film’s chaotic energy, its wild mix of action, sci-fi and horror, and the way it expanded the mythology of the Predator universe Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Fuel up, keep your eyes on the mirror, and whatever you do… don’t pick up The Hitcher In this episode, we hit the open road to talk about The Hitcher, and it's relentless and chilling cat-and-mouse chase. Directed by Robert Harmon and featuring an unforgettable performance from Rutger Hauer as the enigmatic John Ryder. We dive into the film’s cinematography, its dreamlike logic, and the unsettling chemistry between Hauer and C. Thomas Howell. So buckle up and stay alert, the road is long, the desert is empty, and someone might already be sitting in the back seat. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts The Horror Cut is going toe-to-toe with Umbrella Corp. Seal the doors, check your ammo, and watch out for the walking dead. This week, we are discussing 2002's Resident Evil.  The Horror Cut descends underground to dissect Paul W. S. Anderson’s controversial reimagining of the iconic video game franchise. From corporate evil and memory loss to killer AIs and laser carnage. Oh there are also some zombies.  Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Last week, we had our annual horror short film showcase, some of the filmmakers took to the stage to discuss their short film & their thoughts on the horror genre.  Dogs and Ghosts This short was included in a horror anthology in Seattle, and you can watch it around the 18-minute, 20-second mark https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HA1YphPFVaE&t=39s Freakin Weekend! Trailer  https://www.instagram.com/reel/DK2Egi3RqZE/?hl=en Crèche & Burn | movie | 2025 | Official Trailerhttps://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9kot64 Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts The world you live in is just a sugar-coated topping! There is another world beneath it: the real world. Grab your sword, pull on your shades and try your best to iceskate uphill. That's right, on this episode, Steg & Gary take on Wesley Snipes' badass BLADE. Join us as we break down another action horror and one of the first R-rated Marvel movies.  Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts The Horror Cut returns live to The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow for a fire-and-brimstone episode on End of Days (1999). The apocalyptic action-horror that pits Schwarzenegger against Satan himself. Recorded in front of a horror-infused crowd, this live discussion wrestles with the film’s turn-of-the-millennium paranoia, and the sheer audacity of late-90s studio horror at its loudest and wildest. We dig into religious imagery and the fascinating clash between occult folk horror and blockbuster explosions. Expect big laughs, debates and audience reactions. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Grip the steering, take a shortcut cut and keep an eye out for the woman in white.  The Horror Cut returns to The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow for another special live episode, this time diving head-first into the looping nightmare of Dead End (2003). Recorded in front of a packed audience, this episode dissects the film’s unsettling blend of psychological horror, black comedy, and that lingering sense of dread that comes from being stuck in the world’s worst family road trip. So buckle up. Don’t fall asleep. And whatever you do… don’t stop the car. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Grab your snorkel, inflate your dinghy and keep an eye out for crocs, we’re going into the murky waters of Lake Placid. The Horror Cut sailed into West Brewery to sink our teeth into the rip-roaring creature classic Lake Placid. Recorded in front of a live crowd, this episode splashes through the film’s chaotic tone, practical effects and the charming mix of camp and gore.  Recorded live with audience reactions and a boozy Q&A, this one’s ideal for anyone who loves big teeth, big laughs, and the slow, satisfying dread of something swimming right beneath your feet. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Join us for part 2 of our Firefly double bill. We go on a killer ride with this one. So grab your face mask, apply your clown makeup up and get ready for a shootout. We're discussing The Devil's Rejects Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Get a map, grab your fried chicken and try your best not to resurrect Dr Satan. In part 1 of our FIREFLY DOUBLE BILL, we are discussing Rob Zombie's ultra-low budget 'House of 1000 Corpses' Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts This week on Horror Cuts, we’re sinking our teeth into Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino’s blood-soaked cult classic, From Dusk Till Dawn (1996). What starts as a gritty crime thriller turns into a full-blown vampire nightmare in one of cinema’s most shocking mid-film pivots. Join us as we dive into the film’s wild genre shift, iconic performances from Clooney, Tarantino and Salma Hayek, and many others. Grab a drink at the Titty Twister and let’s talk vampires Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts The Horror Cut x Trash Cinema — Trash Fest Horror special We took The Horror Cut on the road, straight into the pulsing, beer-scented heart of Drygate for Trash Cinema’s Trash Fest Horror — and discussed Lucky McKee’s unsettling May (2002).  Recorded live with Trash Cinema, this episode was a creepy, playful deep-dive into a film that makes you sympathise with the monster and root for the misfit. We unpack its aching loneliness, mixed with the comedy hiding in grotesque missteps, and the film’s knack for turning small betrayals into operatic horrors.  Whether you love the film, love to hate it, or have never seen anything quite like it, this episode captures the thrill of communal fear and the weird comfort that comes from finding your weird people in a packed room. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591