The Horror Cut

Let us know your thoughts Grab your axe, get the dog and stay off the beaten track; we're discussing The Hills Have Eyes.  In this live episode of The Horror Cut , we head into the desert to take on Alexandre Aja’s The Hills Have Eyes (2006), the brutal remake of Wes Craven’s 1977 survival horror classic. It’s a sun-scorched nightmare packed with brutal violence, relentless tension and some s...

Let us know your thoughts Love is in the air… and so is the smell of blood. In this episode of The Horror Cut , we’re getting caught up in the bloody business of romance as we dive into Heart Eyes (2025), the slasher horror-comedy that turns Valentine’s Day into a date with death. With a masked killer targeting couples, nobody is safe from Cupid’s deadly aim. We discuss the film’s blend of slasher...

Let us know your thoughts Lock the doors, draw a circle, and prepare to cross the threshold. This episode, we’re dabbling in the dark arts. We delve into A Dark Song (2016), Liam Gavin’s atmospheric occult horror that follows a grieving mother willing to endure an extraordinary ordeal to contact her dead son. Blending ritual magic, psychological torment and creeping dread, this is a film that take...

Let us know your thoughts Before The Horror Cut, there was Choose Film: A Reel Retrospective . With Practical Magic 2 on the horizon during SPOOKY SEASON, we’re digging into the archives and bringing you a special Bonus Reel from Gary Hewitt’s time on Choose Film , as he and Rebecca wrap up their season of films centred around MAGIC. First up, things get decidedly less magical with The Change-Up (...

Let us know your thoughts The Horror Cut goes behind the scenes for a special bonus interview with actor & Comedian Eddie Mackenzie , talking about his experience working on Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 . In this conversation, Eddie takes us behind the scenes of the horror franchise, sharing stories from his time on set and giving us an insight into what it’s like bringing one of childho...

Let us know your thoughts In this episode of The Horror Cut , we head to East London for the gloriously chaotic zombie comedy Cockneys vs Zombies (2012) . Joining us for the conversation is actor Eddy Mackenzie , who brings his own horror insight and experience as we dig into one of Britain’s most outrageous takes on the undead. We talk zombies, comedy, practical effects, British horror, and the f...

Let us know your thoughts Put on your best red lipstick, light a candle, and prepare to fall under her spell… In this special live episode of The Horror Cut , we handed over the reins to Final Girls Glasgow , who took over West Brewery for a night of horror, discussion and all things witchy. Hosted by Ema and Emily , the Final Girls team chose The Love Witch (2016) — Anna Biller’s gloriously styli...

Let us know your thoughts What's Samara with you?  It's time to leave the videotape on the shelf, disconnect the phone and whatever you do… don’t let seven days run out. In this episode of The Horror Cut , Gary is joined by his brother Andrew as they dive into Gore Verbinski’s  The Ring (2002) ,  A chilling American remake of the Japanese horror classic Ringu . What begins with a mysteri...

Let us know your thoughts Don't steal, don't go into the fog, and whatever you do... take a warm beer from Tom Atkins. In this episode of The Horror Cut , we head to the sleepy coastal town of Antonio Bay to revisit The Fog (1980) , John Carpenter’s atmospheric ghost story where something deadly is rolling in from the sea. We’re joined by the brilliant Emma Arneil from @thehorrorandherpo...

Let us know your thoughts This is a back episode from Gary's time on Choose Film Podcast.  Ashley and Gary are joined by Actor Gordon J Millar to discuss the  hugely controversial 'Alien 3' (directed by David Fincher). It's like marmite, people either love it or hate it -- tune in to hear our thoughts. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Pe...

Let us know your thoughts This is a back episode from Gary's time on Choose Film Podcast. Ashley and Gary were joined by Scottish Music Composer John McFarlane, who has picked the hugely successful 'GET OUT' (directed by JORDAN PEELE) for us to discuss. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts "Steg sat down with Demo_N Director Gary Francis Roche & Echo Cell Founder David Wing to discuss their careers and plans for the future. They also chatted about Vertical Films - Is vertical the future of horror? Find out here" Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Board the train, avoid infection, and whatever happens… keep moving... as long as the zombies can't see you. 🚆🧟‍♂️ In this episode of The Horror Cut , we are joined by filmmaker Vito Milazzo, and we're discussing Train to Busan , the electrifying South Korean zombie thriller from Yeon Sang-ho.  Set almost entirely aboard a high-speed train, the film combines r...

Let us know your thoughts In this episode of The Horror Cut , we take a break from straight-up scares to dive into Scary Movie , the outrageous horror spoof that skewered slasher cinema. This chaotic comedy took aim at everything from Scream to I Know What You Did Last Summer , delivering absurd gags, gross-out humour, and a relentless barrage of pop culture references. Support the show IG - @theh...

Let us know your thoughts Lock the doors, avoid the basement, and whatever you hear behind the walls… don’t go looking. In this episode of The Horror Cut , we descend into the twisted suburban nightmare of The People Under the Stairs , hand-picked by Horror author Sam Tonnell. The wild and darkly satirical horror from Wes Craven blends social commentary, fairy-tale terror, and pure chaos. We dig i...

Let us know your thoughts Crank the ignition on your combine harvester, grab your pitchfork and don't drink from the water -- we are discussing 2010s The Crazies.  In this episode of The Horror Cut , we are joined by special guest BRIAN FEARS GHOSTS as we head into small-town paranoia.  We dig into the film’s virus, what it means for America, and its grounded performances. From a deadly virus...

Let us know your thoughts Follow the white horse, face your past, and constantly slip that William Shatner mask off and on... and off... and on again.... That's right, we're discussing Rob Zombie's Halloween 2 In this episode of The Horror Cut , we dive into Halloween 2 , Rob Zombie’s bleak and divisive sequel that pushes the franchise into full psychological horror territory. Picki...

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...

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...

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...

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 l...

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 dre...

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 ca...

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! Tr...

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...