London Horror Movie Club

Join us as we ask Marcus Lewis about the inside stories, movie star anecdotes, and fan magic of "Weekend of the Dead". The UK's only George Romero convention, its exclusive size means it is not only a favorite of Tom Savini's (he has shared three birthdays with fans there) but one that creates opportunities for fans share a meal with their favourite actors, buy one a drink, and m...

With special guest, director, Tony Mardon, the London Horror Movie Club watches Hammer's 1971 "Twins of Evil". The third film in their "Karnstein Trilogy" (based on the novel Carmilla) the film is arguably the best in the trilogy and gives a lot to talk about. From the flipping of feminist tropes to the fantastic cast with veteran Peter Cushing and Playboy models The Collin...

Put your revenge on ice and get your squibs ready - this month LHMC has on award-winning director Darren Ward ("Beyond Fury", "Day of Vengence", "Three Tickets to Hell"). Darren takes us through his career talking through 30 years of indie filmmaking, including nabbing famous actors like David Warbeck and Giovanni Lombardo Radice; how to blag your way into a £15 milli...

action-packedStatesA round-up of what we have been watching lately - this time films that are just out on film, streaming or Blu-Ray. Chris gives a review of the action packed "Quiet Place: Day One", Lauren just watched the stunningly creepy "Immaculate" and "Video Shop Tales of Terror" is out on Tubi in the states! There's also a few other oldies we have watched,...

Pete Wlaker's 1974 "Frightmare" gets the London Horror Movie Club treatment! A video nasty and a cult classic, this film was a first watch for Chris but appears in Lauren's book "Death Lines: Walking London's Horror History" thanks to Walker's use of great London locations like Battersea Park and BBC Television Studio. Join Chirs and Lauren as they review the fi...

He's interviewed everyone from Anna Massey to Gordon Hessler and has written more about British Horror cinema than most people will ever learn. The author of (among many others) "Beasts in the Cellar: The Exploitation Film Career of Tony Tenser" joins us for a chat about the best decade of British horror, the films we form attachments to, the most underrated country for horror, and h...

One of the talented makeup artists behind "Winnie the Pooh Blood and Honey II", Tequila has done makeup and SFX for dozens of films including "Bogieville", "Best Geezer" and "The Witches of the Sands". She got her start doing Scare Cons and has also designed looks for magazine covers across Europe! It was amazing to sit down with her and hear some of the ama...

She's been killed, turned into a zombie, and is about to be playing a vengeful Repunzel - this month we got the great privilege of sitting down with horror actress Georgie King. A regular in the indie horror world, Georgie has done both stage and screen, appearing in films like "Mosaic", "The Art of Abuse" and the upcoming "Zombikini" and "Rapunzel's Reve...

Award-winning comedian and indie horror and comedy actor Cy Henty joins us this month; along with his homunculus! (no that's not a dirty joke!) Join us for a chat about his recent films, his award-winning radio play, a haunted set, what film terrified his grandmother, and that crucial blend of comedy and horror. Video contains strong language and stong puns.

Join the team of Trash Arts Productions, Sam Mason Bell and Jackson Batchelor, for insight into their lives producing, making, and distributing horror films and working with writers and directors from all over England. From favourite films and stories on set to why the industry is still recovering from the 80s, there's something for any horror fan to enjoy.

Writer, Actress, Producer, and Costumer Hannah Paterson joins us to kick off 2024 just before the premiere of "Mosaic" at indie horror festival Horror On Sea. We talk to Hannah about the segment she wrote for "Mosaic", filming in crazy conditions, how she got started in horror, and what cartoon would be the next Horror twist in the wake of Steam Boat Willy.

This month The London Horror Movie Club watched Stanley Kubrick's "A Clockwork Orange" and we talk about how it's aged, the Swinging London vibe, and control in America vs. Britain. But we also have a little holiday fun for you - Chris and I compiled our personal Christmas Horror Movie Top 5 lists! There were surprisingly few cross-overs and a couple surprises on both sides. Let...

Join us this month for an interview with the team that produced, wrote, directed, filmed (and even acted in) the upcoming indie horror short "The Foreboding" - a twist on the classic teens-in-the-woods slasher. We sit done with Peter Tilley, Alex Staunton-Hill, and Kemal Yildirim to talk about their inspirations, the struggles and stories of making an indie film in six months, and the ho...

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and have a good ol' chinwag with the indie horror director/writer and actor, Tom Lee Rutter. In this episode, we're diving headfirst into Tom's quaint and creepy world of filmmaking, career ups and downs, his all-time favorite flicks (prepare for some original choices), what tickles his creative side about horror, and, of course, his latest brainchild,...

Dive into the world of immersive theatre with Alex and Ryan, the innovative minds behind "Shock Horror." Discover their unique fusion of film and immersive theatre that conjures a spine-tingling ghost story right before your eyes. In this interview, we explore their creative process for crafting scares on stage, their mission to lure a younger audience to the theatre, the films that igni...

Step into the provocative world of indie horror filmmaking with James Edward Newton. Dive into indie cinema's gritty, passionate heart, explore guilty pleasures that fuel creativity, and embrace the rock and punk-inspired aura of his thrilling horror films. Uncover the unsettling and unconventional brilliance behind his latest creation, 'Katernica.' Join us on 'The London Horror Mo...

Join us for a captivating interview with indie Director of Photography, Andy Boothby, whose lens has captured the essence of chilling tales in films like "Black Lizard Tales" and segments for "Horrorscopes." Together, we unravel the magic that makes horror films so special and discover what fuels Andy's passion for his craft. Prepare for spine-tingling stories from the set,...

Don't miss this captivating podcast interview with acclaimed writer, producer, and director Pat Higgins. Dive into his fascinating career, explore his film influences, and get an exclusive sneak peek into his upcoming film "Powertool Cheerleaders VS the Boyband of the Screeching Dead". Tune in now for an amusing conversation that will leave you inspired, laughing and eagerly anticipa...

Tune in as Chris and Lauren dive into the shocking world of the 1959 horror classic, "Horrors of the Black Museum." We look at the creative murders, the unusual plot, and discuss whether a remake is in order (with obvious changes). Even if you haven't seen it - don't miss out on what the brother-sister team have been watching because Chris has FINALLY seen "The Wicker Man&qu...

This month The London Horror Movie Club got to step into the fascinating world of special effects with indie SFX artist Jay Lowe. In this captivating podcast interview, we got to meet some of his incredible creations, from animated skulls to surreal creatures, and learn what inspired them. As a lifelong horror fan, Jay also shares his top recommendations of hidden gem movies you won't want to...

This month we have on with us British Scream Queen Dani Thompson. She has starred in more than 50 horror movies - including Bad Moon Rising , I Scream on the Beach , Carnivore: Werewolf of London - and has written and produced film and television and has out her own album. Join Chris, Lauren, and Dani as they about her remarkable career, favourite horror films, ghost hunting, and a surreal experie...

In honour of the 4th of July Chris selected an American movie that would be a first watch for Lauren. And he picked one that suits her, because it's all about a horror writer who has gone a bit bonkers. That's right it is the 2004 Stephen King adaptation, Secret Window . Starring Johnny Depp and John Turturro, supported by Timothy Hutton and Maria Bello, it was also written and directed by...

For July Chris and I interviewed indie horror director Alex Churchyard , best known for his award-winning summer slasher "I Scream On the Beach". We talk about everything we can, his recent appearance on the BBC, the best upcoming indie horrors, how to terrify your neighbors, and his amazing array of films including "Videoshop Tales of Terror" with Dani Thompson and "Mosai...

The London Horror Movie Club pick for this month is the 1982 gory-surreal-science-fiction horror "Xtro". One word to describe it: For Chris "Bananaland" and for Lauren "Bonkers". This British cult classic was written and directed by Harry Bromley Davenport and inspired several sequels thanks to it's trippy atmosphere, special effects and eerie premise. The small c...

*Be aware - strong language throughout* We sat down with Indie horror director Dan Brownlie to talk about a decade of making horror films, including "The Tombs" (set in the London Tombs attraction) and the recent documentary "UK Haunters" about the horror attractions of Britain. Be ready for a lot of unusual films, inside stories, and an inside look at his next film.