Oni Press Previews Estuary: A Ghost Story #1 Ahead of April Release

Posted on March 6, 2026 by admin

Oni Press has unveiled an extended preview of Estuary: A Ghost Story #1, the upcoming horror comic from writers Tim Daniel and David “D.B.” Andry (Crush Depth, Morning Star) with artwork by Maan House (Mine Is a Long Lonesome Grave). The first issue of the four-part series arrives April 8.

Set along the Pacific coast, the story centers on a centuries-old Spanish mission perched above the ocean at Arbués Point—long rumored to be one of California’s most haunted historical sites. Beneath its crumbling façade, a secluded nun has spent decades guarding a secret hidden beneath the chapel and the nearby estuary.

When marine archaeologist Maris Cristobal is invited to excavate a mysterious shipwreck beneath the mission’s waters, the dig begins to uncover buried sins tied to both the past and present—unleashing forces that refuse to stay buried.

The debut issue will feature cover artwork by Maan House, Vanesa R. Del Ray (Redlands), and Tim Daniel.

POV Horror Film Dead Eyes Set for SXSW World Premiere

Posted on March 6, 2026 by admin

The upcoming horror film Dead Eyes will make its world premiere at the SXSW Film Festival on March 12 in Austin, Texas.

Written and directed by Australian filmmaker Richard E. Williams, the film will screen in the festival’s Visions section, which highlights bold and distinctive filmmaking voices.

Dead Eyes stars Mischa Heywood (Bring Her Back), Ana Thu Nguyen (appearing in the upcoming Mortal Kombat II), Stephen Phillips, Charles Cottier (The Demon Disorder), and Alea O’Shea, with additional performances by Rijen Laine (In Our Blood, Tidelands).

The story follows Sean and his fiancée Grace as they venture into a remote forest searching for Sean’s missing father. Their investigation soon reveals a disturbing secret tied to cloning experiments meant to resurrect Sean’s deceased sister, leading to a terrifying confrontation with grotesque creations lurking deep in the woods.

Shot using a custom head-mounted Sony VENICE Rialto camera system, the film delivers an immersive first-person horror experience that places viewers directly inside the unfolding nightmare.

Alfonso Cuarón Joins How to Clean a House in Ten Easy Steps Ahead of True/False World Premiere

Posted on March 5, 2026 by admin

A new hybrid documentary backed by Alfonso Cuarón is set to debut at the 2026 True/False Film Festival.

How to Clean a House in Ten Easy Steps, the debut feature from director Carolina González Valencia, will have its world premiere at the 23rd edition of the festival, taking place March 5–8 in Columbia, Missouri. The film is executive produced by the Academy Award–winning filmmaker alongside labor leader Ai-jen Poo, president of the National Domestic Workers Alliance.

The documentary follows Beatriz Valencia, a Colombian-born domestic worker living in the United States, and her daughter Carolina — the filmmaker herself — as they create a fictional alter ego together: a writer. Blending documentary storytelling with elements of fiction, the film explores immigration, labor, family separation, and the power of imagination to reclaim personal narratives.

Structured in ten chapters, the film shifts between everyday routines, docu-fiction, and surreal moments as mother and daughter confront questions of identity, migration, and belonging.

The project was also selected as the 2026 recipient of the True Life Fund, a philanthropic initiative connected to the True/False Film Festival that supports documentary subjects.

Berlin Silver Bear Winner Living the Land Opens at Film Forum April 3

Posted on March 4, 2026 by admin

The Berlin International Film Festival award-winning drama Living the Land will have its U.S. theatrical premiere at Film Forum on April 3.

Directed by Huo Meng, the film earned the Silver Bear for Best Director at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival and marks the filmmaker’s second feature. The coming-of-age story unfolds in rural China during the early 1990s, a period of rapid industrial change.

The film follows Chuang, a sensitive 10-year-old boy whose parents leave their wheat-farming village to seek work in the city. Left in the care of his extended family, Chuang witnesses the rhythms of rural life through the guidance of his outspoken great-grandmother and independent-minded aunt.

Told from the child’s perspective, Living the Land captures a community at the edge of transformation as traditional village life begins to disappear.

Following its Berlin premiere, the film has also screened at international festivals including Vancouver, Valladolid, and the International Film Festival of India. The film is distributed in the United States by Film Movement.

Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots and Mumford & Sons to Headline Oceans Calling Festival 2026

Posted on March 3, 2026 by admin

The Oceans Calling Festival is returning to Ocean City, Maryland, with Dave Matthews Band, Twenty One Pilots, and Mumford & Sons set to headline the 2026 edition.

The three-day music festival will take place September 25–27 at Ocean City Inlet Beach, featuring more than 40 artists across three stages along the boardwalk. Other performers announced for the lineup include Gwen Stefani, Hootie & The Blowfish, Matchbox Twenty, Goo Goo Dolls, Ludacris, Caamp, My Morning Jacket, The Head and The Heart, Shaggy, Yellowcard, Liz Phair, Third Eye Blind, All Time Low, 311, Dashboard Confessional, Violent Femmes, Hanson, OK Go, Susan Hoffs, and Jet.

In addition to music, the festival will spotlight the region’s culinary scene with live cooking demonstrations from chefs Robert Irvine and Antonia Lofaso, hosted by actor Jason Biggs.

Festivalgoers will also have access to Ocean City’s iconic boardwalk attractions, including the Jolly Roger at the Pier amusement park, which will be located within the festival grounds.

A presale begins March 5 at 10 a.m. ET, with the public ticket sale opening later that day at 11 a.m. ET.

Daughters of the Forest Set for SXSW North American Premiere After CPH:DOX Debut

Posted on March 2, 2026 by admin

The documentary Daughters of the Forest (Hijas del bosque), directed by Otilia Portillo Padua, is set for its North American premiere at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin, Texas, following its world premiere at CPH:DOX.

The film will first debut in competition for the Dox Award at CPH:DOX (March 11–22) before screening in the Visions section at SXSW (March 12–18).

Daughters of the Forest follows Lis and Juli, two Indigenous women and trained mycologists from communities in Oaxaca and Mexico State who study the complex ecosystems of mushrooms in the forests where they live. As environmental pressures and deforestation threaten their surroundings, the pair work to bridge scientific research with ancestral knowledge to better understand and protect the fungi that sustain their communities.

Blending documentary storytelling with speculative elements, the film explores the connections between humans, nature, and knowledge systems, offering a reflective look at coexistence and ecological resilience.

Scott Speedman Leads New ABC Crime Drama R.J. Decker

Posted on March 1, 2026 by admin

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A new crime drama starring Scott Speedman is arriving on ABC with the premiere of R.J. Decker.

The series follows R.J. Decker, a disgraced newspaper photographer and former convict who attempts to rebuild his life as a private investigator in South Florida. Drawing on his past connections with both criminals and law enforcement, Decker takes on unusual cases while trying to avoid slipping back into the trouble that once landed him in prison.

Speedman said the character’s previous career gives him a unique perspective on the job.

“His previous life as a news photographer definitely got him into the underworld of South Florida,” Speedman explained, noting that the experience left Decker familiar with both police and criminals as he tries to start fresh.

The series blends crime-solving with humor and character-driven storytelling as Decker navigates bizarre cases and the unpredictable world around him.

R.J. Decker premieres Tuesday on ABC, with episodes available to stream on Hulu the following day.

Shudder’s Crazy Old Lady Turns Caretaking Into a Claustrophobic Nightmare

Posted on February 28, 2026 by admin

The Spanish-language psychological horror film Crazy Old Lady is now streaming on Shudder as of February 27.

Directed by Martín Mauregui in his feature debut and produced by J.A. Bayona (The Orphanage), the film follows a man who agrees to temporarily care for his ex-girlfriend’s senile mother. What begins as a small favor quickly spirals into something far more disturbing, as he’s forced to play along with her increasingly sadistic games.

Carmen Maura stars alongside Daniel Hendler and Agustina Liendo.

The Spanish-Argentine co-production premiered at Fantastic Fest, where Mauregui won Best Director in the Horror Competition, and later screened at Sitges.

Crazy Old Lady is available now on Shudder and AMC+.

Joji Announces ‘Solaris’ Global Arena Tour

Posted on February 27, 2026 by admin

Joji is heading back on the road. The singer and producer has announced the Solaris Tour, a global arena run spanning North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. The Live Nation–promoted tour will see Joji perform at major venues including Brooklyn’s Barclays Center, Newark’s Prudential Center, Los Angeles’ Intuit Dome, and London’s The O2.

The tour supports his new album Piss In The Wind, which debuted at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 and reached No. 1 on multiple U.S. album charts, including Indie Store Album Sales and Current Alternative Albums. The 21-track release features collaborations with Giveon, 4batz, Yeat, and Don Toliver.

Fans can expect a setlist blending breakout hits like “Glimpse of Us” and “SLOW DANCING IN THE DARK” with the first live performances of songs from the new record. Support acts will vary by region, with Nate Sib and Corbin joining in North America and Tommy Richman supporting in Europe and Australia/New Zealand.

Artist presale registration is open now, with general on-sale beginning March 6 at 10 a.m. local time. Full details are available at jojimusic.com.

Mistress Dispeller Streams on Criterion Channel, Unpacking China’s Infidelity Industry

Posted on February 26, 2026 by admin

Elizabeth Lo’s documentary Mistress Dispeller is now streaming exclusively on the Criterion Channel.

The film follows Wang Zhenxi, a professional “mistress dispeller” hired to preserve marriages by breaking up extramarital affairs — a growing industry in China. With rare, intimate access, the documentary observes a real marital crisis unfold as Wang works to steer a couple back from collapse.

As loyalties shift between husband, wife, and mistress, Mistress Dispeller explores how emotion, pragmatism, and cultural expectations shape modern relationships. Critics have described the film as both haunting and unexpectedly tender.

Mistress Dispeller is available now on the Criterion Channel.