<p>In the sleepy, peculiar town of Hallow’s End, the dead are getting a second chance at life, but they’re not interested in brains—they just want to finish their chores. Directed by the visionary [c=Tim Burton], this delightfully macabre animated short follows young Victor, voiced by [c=Michael Seater], who accidentally disrupts the town’s annual “Reanimation Day.” As the deceased citizens, including the stern Mr. Thistle ([c=Hardee T. Lineham]) and the kindly Mrs. Abernathy ([c=Brenda Bazinet]), shuffle back to their homes, they are single-mindedly focused on completing the mundane tasks they left behind. Victor finds himself in a race against the sunrise, navigating a landscape filled with gardening zombies and spectral handymen, desperate to set the natural order right before the peaceful town descends into permanent, polite chaos. With a script by [c=Seth Grahame-Smith], the film masterfully blends gothic charm with quirky humor, creating a uniquely heartwarming tale about closure, community, and the oddly comforting persistence of everyday life, even after death.</p>

A ragtag group barricade themselves in an old Pennsylvania farmhouse to remain safe from a horde of flesh-eating ghouls ravaging the Northeast.

<p>New York, a city of the hopes and dreams for many Americans, lies in ruin. The streets and skyscrapers that symbolized the strength and prosperity of a people have become places of horror and despair. The cultural hub of the western world is now home to only ash and blood. For the few people left alive there is only one dream - Survival. Zombies, the living dead, have taken the city. Ben (Tony Todd) and Barbra (Danielle Harris) find themselves trapped and fighting to escape the hordes of undead that walk the streets.</p>

<p>Natasha Henstridge and Costas Mandylor star in this action-packed, suspenseful thriller that will shock you at every turn. While transporting the family of a key witness in a federal trial against the cartel, DEA agents are ambushed in a fatal shootout. Now the survivors, including the witness’ young daughter, must take refuge in a nearby home as the ruthless sicarios hunt them down. With danger at every corner and a violent hurricane wiping out any chance of outside help, they must play a deadly game of cat and mouse with the cartel to live through the night.</p>

<p>The stage is set for retribution as an eclectic group is lured to a secluded EUROPEAN CASTLE under the guise of a promised "fantasy weekend." And as they read from an obscure storybook, a nefarious tale of avarice is reenacted for their entertainment. However, they are unaware that they have been gathered for their own personal and befitting executions.</p><p>In the course of one night, identities will be revealed, destinies met and a poetic justice of the macabre will be maniacally served, as a merciless Knight resurrects after 700 years to fulfill his vow and bestow a blood-thirst reprisal upon his enemies' reanimated spirits.</p><p>They had their time... Now it's His!</p>

<p>In the chilling horror film [m=Night of the Vamp-Friars], directed by [c=Kurtis Spieler], a group of unsuspecting travelers finds themselves trapped in a remote monastery where the resident friars harbor a sinister, bloodthirsty secret. When a sudden storm forces a diverse group of strangers to seek shelter in the ancient stone building, they are greeted with unsettling hospitality by the brothers of the order. Led by a charismatic but deeply unnerving figure played by [c=Frank Wihbey], the friars slowly reveal their vampiric nature, turning the monastery into a deadly prison. Among the stranded guests are a resourceful young woman portrayed by [c=Abby Arza], a skeptical journalist played by [c=Joey Ambrosini], and a terrified family man brought to life by [c=Domenico Pugliese], each struggling to survive the night. As the body count rises and the friars' unholy rituals unfold, the survivors must uncover the monastery's dark history and find a way to escape before they become the next victims of the vampiric clergy. This tense, atmospheric horror film blends religious dread with classic vampire lore, creating a claustrophobic nightmare that keeps viewers on edge until the final, desperate confrontation.</p>

<p>A bag full of drugs; an ex-trophy wife with a court order; a groupie searching for a judge; and an ex-CEO with nothing to call his own except the head of a deer. In a single summer night in Dallas, Texas, these things all come crashing together in a punk fable about letting go and learning how to say "F-*&% it all!"</p><p>Max Hagan (Tom Wilkinson) has spent a lifetime pursuing success, and has achieved it in spades. But when we first meet him, this absentee father extraordinaire is lying in bed in his once-swanky Dallas home, quietly contemplating how he managed to sell his multi-million dollar company, lose his HTW (Dallas-speak for "Hot Trophy Wife"), and allow his drug-addled son Millian to move back in. Max's daughter Beth (Selma Blair) owns a small record label and has just gotten a big offer to move to New York. But she is so obsessed with being normal that she can't see the cracks opening up in her own life. Only Max's disabled sister Lolly (Geri Jewell) seems to see what's happening, but no one is listening.</p><p>When Beth asks her father to finally meet her boyfriend, Raff (Nick Stahl) -- a kinda punk musician with latent ambitions towards software design -- she sets into motion a night for Max that sends his life on an enchanting turn for the worse. Over dinner, a high-strung Beth and a high-on-Xanax Millian start a fight, and Millian exposes Raff as his drug dealer. Before Beth and Max have had a chance to digest this, Barbara waltzes in with two Dallas cops and an eviction notice, leaving Max on the street, with no one to turn to but Raff.</p><p>Max and Raff couldn't have less in common. But starting at the club where Raff's band plays, they spend an increasingly surreal night together. Max finds his conservative demeanor and most of his self-control slipping away when an over-sexed, coke-sniffing groupie named Felicia (Laura Jordan) targets him. Before he can say, "Royal Fuck!" (Felicia's special toast), Max gives in, and finds himself not just following, but embracing the chaos that ensues. Meanwhile, Raff finds himself playing the role of straight man to the increasingly whacked-out Max -- and a reluctant bond begins to form between them.</p><p>As the evening wears on, the two find themselves managing a giant bag of pot, breaking into Max's own house to boost an envelope filled with cash, and searching for a judge at 2 am to marry a pair of rockers. Somehow, everyone winds up in the same suite at a posh Dallas hotel -- along with the police -- with all of them at a crossroads. Max's first ex, Vivian (Frances Fisher) has quietly been trying to help Millian get off drugs. But is it possible when the "new" Max bursts into her suite that she could actually be charmed by his sudden vulnerability? When Raff finds his own business opportunity in the hallway, will he understand his priorities in time to make a decision about moving to New York with Beth? As for Millian -- is there a chance that he can clean up for real when his own father is crazier than he is? And just who needs a judge to get married so badly, anyway?</p><p>When the air clears in the morning, Max has let go of everything he's believed he wanted, and found in Raff a strangely clear voice for what really matters. For the first time, facing his own mortality, Max begins to find a way back to the family that he had left behind.</p>

<p>"Night Owls" follows workaholic Kevin (Pally), who goes home with beautiful train-wreck Madeline (Salazar) for a drunken one-night-stand, and is then horrified to discover she's actually his boss' jilted ex-mistress. </p><p>After Madeline takes a bottle of sleeping pills, Kevin is forced to keep her awake all night. As Madeline and Kevin banter through the night, they begin to fall for each other.</p>

<p>In the eerie twilight of a city gripped by fear, "Night Patrol" unfolds as a chilling horror tale that follows a group of unlikely heroes navigating a night filled with terror. Led by the charismatic yet troubled officer played by [c=Jermaine Fowler], this ragtag team includes the quirky yet resourceful partner portrayed by [c=Justin Long], and a few unexpected allies, including the enigmatic figures played by [c=Phil Brooks] and [c=Dermot Mulroney]. As they patrol the shadowy streets, they soon discover that something sinister lurks in the darkness, preying on the vulnerable.</p> <p>The characters are driven by their own motivations, from seeking redemption to confronting their inner demons, each facing the night with a mix of bravery and trepidation. As they delve deeper into the mystery, the atmosphere thickens with suspense, blending humor and horror in a way that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats. The central conflict escalates as the team must confront not only the external threats but also their own fears and insecurities, leading to a climax that promises to be as thrilling as it is unpredictable. Directed by [c=Ryan Prows] and featuring a talented ensemble cast including [c=Freddie Gibbs] and [c=RJ Cyler], "Night Patrol" promises a gripping cinematic experience that explores the darkness both outside and within.</p>

<p>In the rain-slicked, neon-drenched metropolis of 2045, the thin blue line is drawn not by officers, but by the underpaid and overworked private security of the Night Patrol. Led by the weary but principled veteran [c=John David Washington], this ragtag crew—including the tech-savvy rookie [c=Jessica Henwick] and the cynical veteran [c=Stephen Lang]—protects the city’s forgotten districts when the official police force clocks out. Their nightly grind of petty crime and corporate disputes takes a terrifying turn when they intercept a data drive containing evidence of a conspiracy that reaches the highest echelons of power. Now, hunted by both the criminals they pursue and the authorities they once supplemented, the Night Patrol must use every ounce of their street-level ingenuity to expose the truth before the coming dawn silences them forever. This high-octane sci-fi thriller blends gritty, character-driven drama with pulse-pounding action, exploring a world where the true guardians operate in the shadows, and the greatest threat comes from the light.</p>

<p>In the taut, high-stakes thriller [m=Night Plane], directed by [c=Salise Hughes], a routine red-eye flight becomes a chilling nightmare of survival and deception. When a mysterious passenger dies mid-flight under suspicious circumstances, the remaining travelers find themselves trapped in a pressurized metal tube at 35,000 feet, isolated from any help. The film follows a weary flight attendant and a resourceful off-duty pilot, both forced to confront their own buried fears as they race to uncover the truth before the plane’s fate is sealed. As paranoia spreads among the passengers, alliances shift and dark secrets surface, revealing that the threat may not be external but lurking among them. With the clock ticking and fuel running low, the central conflict hinges on trust and instinct in an environment where escape is impossible. Blending claustrophobic tension with psychological suspense, [m=Night Plane] delivers a gripping, edge-of-your-seat experience that explores how ordinary people react when pushed to their limits in the most confined of spaces.</p>

<p>Life takes an unexpected detour for Teddy Walker, a charismatic but struggling barbecue grill salesman played by [c=Kevin Hart], when a reckless accident costs him his seemingly perfect job and lavish lifestyle. Desperate to reclaim his future, he discovers his only path to a new career requires him to earn his GED, forcing him to enroll in night school at his old high school. His plan for an easy academic victory is immediately derailed by the school’s no-nonsense, unconventional principal, portrayed by [c=Taran Killam], and his formidable, take-no-prisoners teacher, Carrie, brought to life by the scene-stealing [c=Tiffany Haddish]. Thrust into a classroom of wildly diverse adult students, including a stressed-out mom ([c=Yvonne Orji]) and a conspiracy theorist ([c=Rob Riggle]), Teddy must navigate the humiliations of high school 2.0 while trying to keep his ambitious fiancée ([c=Megalyn Echikunwoke]) from discovering his secret. This raucous comedy, directed by [c=Malcolm D. Lee], follows one man’s chaotic journey to prove it’s never too late to learn, leading to a series of uproarious misadventures that test his wit, patience, and pride.</p>

<p>In the quiet, isolating hours of the graveyard shift, a young woman’s new job becomes a terrifying fight for survival. [c=Phoebe Tonkin] stars as Gwen, who takes a seemingly simple overnight position at a remote roadside motel, hoping for a fresh start. Under the weary guidance of the veteran manager, played by [c=Lamorne Morris], she learns the mundane routines, but the eerie silence of the empty corridors soon gives way to unsettling signs that she is not alone. As the night deepens, Gwen’s paranoia escalates into sheer terror when a mysterious and menacing guest, portrayed by [c=Patrick Fischler], checks in, setting off a chain of sinister events. Directed by the sibling duo [c=Benjamin China] and [c=Paul China], this tense horror-thriller masterfully builds an atmosphere of claustrophobic dread, trapping Gwen in a labyrinthine building where every shadow holds a threat and the line between real danger and creeping madness begins to blur. She must uncover the motel’s dark secrets and outwit a lurking evil before the sun comes up—if she can last that long.</p>

A theatre actor whose health is failing gets admitted to a nursing home. Soon, he starts having nightmares that seemingly become deceptively real. The so-called nightmares were able to make him live in two parallel dimensions.

<p>On March 13th, 1997 one of the largest UFO sightings ever recorded took place across the southwestern United States. The event became known as the 'Phoenix Lights' and was witnessed by community leaders, members of law enforcement, as well as thousands of everyday citizens. This true story, based on transcripts from actual hypnosis-therapy sessions, finally reveals what happened after the infamous incident ended and how six people, stranded by chance on a forgotten road, encountered more than just lights in the sky.</p>

<p>In the tense psychological thriller The Night Stalker, a quiet community is shattered by a series of brutal home invasions, leaving its residents paralyzed by fear. The film follows dedicated detective [c=Lou Diamond Phillips] as he becomes consumed with tracking down the elusive predator, a hunt that blurs the lines between professional duty and personal obsession. Meanwhile, resourceful journalist [c=Bellamy Young] sees the terrifying spree as her chance to break a career-defining story, pursuing leads that draw her dangerously close to the darkness. As the attacks grow more brazen, the detective and the reporter find their paths converging in a high-stakes race against time, each driven by their own motivations to unmask the killer before another family is targeted. Directed by [c=Megan Griffiths], the film masterfully builds an atmosphere of pervasive dread, exploring the psychological toll of fear on a city and the desperate individuals who confront a monster hiding in plain sight.</p>

<p>In the tense thriller [m=Night Stalker, The], director [c=Edgar Wright] crafts a gripping narrative of pursuit and paranoia. The film stars [c=Johnny Depp] in a central role, navigating a shadowy urban landscape where danger lurks around every corner. Over the course of its 89-minute runtime, the story unfolds with relentless pacing, plunging the audience into a world where the line between hunter and hunted becomes dangerously blurred. Produced by [c=Johnny Depp] and [c=Christi Dembrowski] from a screenplay by [c=D.V. DeVincentis], the film builds an atmosphere of sustained dread, leveraging its thriller genre conventions to keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the final, chilling moments.</p>

<p>The youth-driven thriller with a genre twist, "Night Teeth" focuses on a young chauffeur (Jorge Lendeborg Jr.) who drives two beautiful young women to five different parties and finds himself fighting for his life after he discovers they're not who they claim to be. This is a film about three young people stuck together for the night. Within the confines of this vehicle, it's the changing relationships; the suspicion, attraction and threat are all part of it.</p>

<p>In the suffocating quiet of a remote countryside home, a family's fragile peace is shattered by an unseen malevolence in the chilling horror film Night Terror. [c=Marleigh Arnold] leads the cast as a mother desperately trying to protect her children from a series of escalating, sleep-shattering phenomena that blur the line between nightmare and waking horror. As the nights grow longer and the shadows deeper, each family member, including those portrayed by [c=Hunter Nino] and [c=Madelynn Wierda], confronts their own deepest fears, realizing the entity haunting them feeds on more than just their sleep.</p> <p>Directed by [c=Hunter Nino] and [c=Joshua Brucker], who also penned the screenplay, the film masterfully cultivates an atmosphere of relentless dread and psychological unease. The family must unravel the dark history tied to their home and their own minds, as the terrifying occurrences suggest a sinister purpose behind the torment. This is a story of primal fear, where the vulnerability of sleep becomes a gateway to a fight for survival, and the true terror lies in what the darkness reveals about themselves.</p>

<p>In the shadow-drenched heart of the city, a seemingly innocent rendezvous on historic Trade Street becomes a desperate fight for survival in this chilling horror tale. When a group of friends, including the determined [c=Elise Kimple] and the skeptical [c=David K Becker], arrange a casual date night, they unknowingly step into a waking nightmare. What begins as an evening of urban exploration and connection quickly curdles into a harrowing ordeal as the familiar streets transform into a labyrinth of unseen terrors. Directed and written by [c=Chad Nance], the film weaves a tense atmosphere of urban gothic horror, where every flickering streetlamp and echoing footfall could signal approaching danger. As the night deepens and the group, which also includes [c=Thao T Nguyen], [c=Evynn Rose Grignon], and [c=Erinn Dearth], is fractured by fear, they must confront not only the malevolent forces haunting the district but also the dark secrets and fraying trust within their own circle. Their blood date becomes a terrifying race against time, where escaping Trade Street alive means unraveling a legacy of violence buried in the very cobblestones beneath their feet.</p>

<p>An adaptation of children's novel by Katherine Marsh. It revolves around a ninth-grade classics prodigy who discovers New York's underworld with the help of a girl he meets at Grand Central Station. He discovers many secrets about his pal while searching for a glimpse of his late mother in this secret world.</p>

<p>Aboard a seemingly routine late-night train, three strangers find their lives colliding in a terrifying game of greed and survival. When a mysterious passenger dies unexpectedly in his compartment, the quiet journey transforms into a high-stakes thriller as the remaining travelers discover a small, ornate box among his belongings. The conductor, played by [c=Danny Glover], a woman with a hidden past portrayed by [c=Leelee Sobieski], and a slick-talking salesman brought to life by [c=Steve Zahn] each become consumed by the box’s promise of immense fortune. As suspicion and paranoia spread through the claustrophobic train cars, their desperate scramble for possession unleashes a series of violent and supernatural events. Directed by [c=Brian King], this taut, atmospheric thriller explores the corrosive power of greed, trapping its characters in a nightmarish loop where no one can be trusted and every decision could be their last. With its relentless tension and a cast of morally ambiguous characters, the film keeps viewers on edge until the final, shocking destination.</p>

<p>A reserved Swiss professor's life is irrevocably derailed when he saves a mysterious woman from a suicide attempt, discovering in her wake a cryptic book and a one-way ticket to Lisbon. Compelled by the philosophical text, [c=Jeremy Irons] as Raimund Gregor abandons his orderly existence and boards the night train, embarking on a quest to uncover the fate of the book's author, a Portuguese doctor and poet who resisted the Salazar dictatorship. His journey plunges him into a labyrinth of memory and political intrigue, guided by a key witness, [c=Charlotte Rampling], and encountering figures from a turbulent past, including [c=Jack Huston] and [c=Lena Olin]. As Raimund pieces together the story of a forbidden love and dangerous rebellion, the lines between his own life and the ghostly narrative begin to blur. Directed by [c=Bille August], this atmospheric drama weaves a haunting tale of self-discovery, where the shadows of history force a man to confront the life he never dared to live.</p>

<p>"Night Walk" follows Frank (Sean Stone), a Western traveler visiting the Middle East, where his girlfriend Sarah (Sarah Alami) lives. After a tragic incident leading to Sarah's death, Frank is wrongfully imprisoned by corrupt police, and under the guidance of the prison's top shot-caller (Mickey Rourke) and the protection of his Muslim cellmate (La Fouine), he unravels political corruption at the top seats of government in his quest for justice.</p>

<p>For as long as humanity has existed, there have been "Others" among us; Witches, Vampires and Shape-Shifters who are soldiers in the eternal war between Light and Dark.</p> <p>Light Others protect mankind from Dark Others, who plague and torture humans.</p> <p>Over 1000-years ago a truce was struck between Gesser, Lord of the Light, and Zavulon, General of Darkness. They agreed that no one could be forced to good or evil, people must choose freely for themselves. To uphold this truce, each side established underground forces; the soldiers of the Light would be called Night Watch, making sure Dark Others obeyed the truce. And the soldiers of Darkness would be called Day Watch, to do the same.</p> <p>Ancient prophecy foretells that one day the Great One will arrive who can end the threat of an apocalyptic battle between Light and Dark Others. That day has come, and the Great One, once he or she is identified, must choose whether to destroy the light within or battle the surrounding darkness. This choice will reveal mankind's destiny.</p> <p>1992: Anton Gordesky, a broken-hearted man, desperate to win back his fiancée, seeks out the black magic services of a witch. This Dark Other, about to use her magic for evil, is arrested by the Night Watch moments before for completing her spell. The cataclysmic event awakens Anton to discover that he is an Other. Now he must choose whether to become a protector of light or warrior of darkness.</p> <p>Today: Somewhere on the streets of Moscow the "Great One" wanders, oblivious to his or her powers. Anton, along with his Night Watch team, race to find and protect the Great One from Zavulon and his Day Watch vampires who seek to plunge the world into darkness. Whoever reaches the Great One first will hold the balance of power in their hands and control the fate of humanity.</p> <p>NIGHT WATCH (NOCHNOI DOZOR) is the first installment of a trilogy based on the best-selling Russian sci-fi novels of Sergei Lukyanenko (which also includes Day Watch and Dusk Watch). This visionary horror fantasy film features a dazzling mix of mind-blowing effects, adrenaline-fuelled action and suspenseful terror.</p> <p>NIGHT WATCH (NOCHNOI DOZOR) was an instant smash hit in its native Russia when it was released in July 2004 shattering all previous box office records. Made for a mere $4 million, the film surpassed both LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RETURN OF THE KING and SPIDER-MAN 2 at the Russian box office. Internationally acclaimed, it was also Russia's contender for the 2004 foreign language Oscar® award.</p>

<p>On 15 April 1945, British troops liberated Bergen-Belsen concentration camp on the Lüneburg Heath. A camera crew filmed images of piles of corpses and emaciated inmates which provided shocking evidence of the crimes committed by the Nazi regime. London-based producer Sidney Bernstein planned to use this material alongside other allied footage to make a film that would prove the scale of the Nazi's extermination policy and thus provide support for the allies' psychological offensive against Germany. Alfred Hitchcock was asked to edit the film. But after the war ended, the occupying forces changed their policy: instead of confronting the Germans with their guilt it was considered more important to instil new confidence to meet the challenges of post-was reconstruction. And so these authentic scenes of unspeakable horror were consigned to the archives ...</p><p>Night Will Fall retraces the story of this unfinished film which for decades was known as 'the missing Hitchcock'. Parallel to the screening of this documentary, the Forum section will present the premiere of the film which has been reconstructed by the Imperial War Museum in London in accordance with Hitchcock's intentions.</p>

<p>In a world where darkness preys on the innocent, an ordinary man discovers an extraordinary power within. [c=Kevin Hart] stars in this gripping drama-action hybrid, directed by [c=Tim Story], as a seemingly average individual whose life is shattered by a personal tragedy. This catastrophic event awakens a primal, supernatural force, transforming him into the vigilante known as the Night Wolf. As he struggles to understand his new abilities and the animalistic instincts that come with them, he is drawn into a shadowy conflict that threatens the very heart of his city. Forced to navigate a double life, he must balance his humanity with the beast’s fury, hunting those who operate from the shadows while confronting the moral complexities of his newfound role. Blending street-level action with emotional depth, this superhero tale explores the weight of power and the enduring fight for justice, asking what one man is willing to become to protect everything he holds dear.</p>

<p>The story takes its cues from the current age of social media and viral videos and centers on a high school romance blogger (Brooks) who uses his platform to anonymously end a relationship between his childhood sweetheart (Sinclair) and her cheating internet-star boyfriend in the hope of taking his place.</p>

<p>After a night out with friends, an exhausted married couple, Babak (Shahab Hosseini), Neda (Niousha Noor) and their baby take shelter in the grand, but eerie Hotel Normandie. Throughout a seemingly endless night, mysterious disturbances ruin their night's rest as Babak and Neda soon realize they're locked-in with a malevolent force that hungers for the dark secrets they've kept from one another.</p><p> With "The Night", director Kourosh Ahari made history for being the first U.S.-produced film to receive a license for theatrical release in Iran since the revolution. The psychological thriller follows in the footsteps of "The Shining", luring viewers into a hotel that is both ominous and inviting, where the ghosts of the past still linger around each corner. The terrors that linger in the corridors are more real and terrifying than any movie monster in a mask. "The Night" will make you never want to spend a night away from home again.</p>

<p>When Alex (Winslow Fegley), a boy obsessed with scary stories, is trapped by a witch (Krysten Ritter) in her modern, magical New York City apartment, his original hair-raising tales are the only thing keeping him safe as he desperately tries to find a way out of this twisted place.</p>

<p>Directed by [c=Neill Blomkamp] and produced by [c=Steven St. Arnaud] and [c=Terri Tatchell], the film "NIGHTBORNE" is a concise cinematic experience with a runtime of thirteen minutes. While specific plot details remain under wraps, the title suggests a narrative centered around a being or entity associated with the night, a theme that aligns with Blomkamp's known affinity for science fiction and dark, atmospheric storytelling. The brevity of the film implies a tightly focused exploration of its central concept, likely delivering a potent and visually striking narrative within its limited duration. As a short-form project, "NIGHTBORNE" showcases Blomkamp's ability to craft compelling worlds and ideas even in a condensed format, with the production team's collaboration hinting at a polished and professional execution. Audiences can anticipate a thought-provoking and immersive journey into the unknown, driven by the director's signature style and the producers' commitment to quality.</p>

<p>"Nightcrawler" is a pulse-pounding thriller set in the nocturnal underbelly of contemporary Los Angeles. Jake Gyllenhaal stars as Lou Bloom, a driven young man desperate for work who discovers the high-speed world of L.A. crime journalism. Finding a group of freelance camera crews who film crashes, fires, murder and other mayhem, Lou muscles into the cut-throat, dangerous realm of nightcrawling -- where each police siren wail equals a possible windfall and victims are converted into dollars and cents. Aided by Rene Russo as Nina, a veteran of the blood-sport that is local TV news, Lou thrives. In the breakneck, ceaseless search for footage, he becomes the star of his own story.</p>

<p>In the shadowy, rain-slicked streets of Los Angeles, an ordinary man is plunged into a desperate fight for survival in this taut action-thriller directed by [c=Jacques Tourneur]. [c=Aldo Ray] stars as Jim Vanning, a man whose life is shattered when a chance encounter with two ruthless criminals, played by [c=Brian Keith] and [c=Rudy Bond], leaves him wrongly accused of a deadly crime and in possession of a fortune he never wanted. Hunted by both the relentless police, including a dogged detective portrayed by [c=James Gregory], and the vicious gangsters who will stop at nothing to reclaim their loot, Vanning must navigate a nocturnal labyrinth of danger. His only potential ally is a mysterious and compelling woman, brought to life by [c=Anne Bancroft], whose own motives remain shrouded in doubt. As the pressure mounts with each passing hour, Vanning races against the encroaching nightfall to clear his name and escape a deadly trap, where every face in the crowd could be a friend or a foe. This pulse-pounding journey masterfully blends suspense with gritty action, crafting an atmosphere of relentless paranoia where trust is the ultimate luxury.</p>

<p>In the relentless pulse of New York City after dark, a group of young, ambitious finance professionals chase fortune and status with a dangerous hunger. [c=Chace Crawford] leads as Jude, a charismatic trader whose life of high-stakes deals and hedonistic nights masks a deeper void. Alongside him are figures like the driven Kate, played by [c=Janet Montgomery], and others in their orbit, all navigating a world where money is the ultimate scorecard. Their lives intertwine in a volatile mix of ambition, betrayal, and fleeting connections, pushing them to the brink in pursuit of a success that feels increasingly hollow. Directed by [c=Grant S. Johnson], this gripping drama-thriller immerses viewers in a sleek, tense atmosphere of moral decay and desperate choices, exploring what happens when the relentless pursuit of more leads to having nothing left to lose.</p>

<p>The dramatic film "[m=Nightingale]" is an intimate character study directed by [c=Elliott Lester], who also produced alongside [c=Josh Weinstock] and [c=Katrina Wolfe]. With a screenplay by [c=Frederick Mensch], this concise 83-minute PG-13 rated feature focuses on a solitary man whose life of quiet isolation is profoundly disrupted. The narrative delves into themes of loneliness, memory, and the fragile human psyche as he navigates his confined world. The film's powerful atmosphere is carried by its small, focused cast, led by [c=David Oyelowo] and supported by performances from [c=Barlow Jacobs] and [c=Heather Storm]. Through its restrained direction and compelling performances, "[m=Nightingale]" crafts a tense and emotionally resonant portrait of a man confronting the echoes of his past within the walls of his own home.</p>

<p>"The Nightingale" is a meditation on the consequences of violence and the price of seeking vengeance. Set during the colonization of Australia in 1825, the film follows Clare (Aisling Franciosi), a 21-year-old Irish convict. Having served her 7-year sentence, she is desperate to be free of her abusive master, Lieutenant Hawkins (Sam Claflin) who refuses to release her from his charge. Clare's husband Aidan (Michael Sheasby) retaliates and she becomes the victim of a harrowing crime at the hands of the lieutenant and his cronies. </p><p>When British authorities fail to deliver justice, Clare decides to pursue Hawkins, who leaves his post suddenly to secure a captaincy up north. Unable to find compatriots for her journey, she is forced to enlist the help of a young Aboriginal tracker Billy (Baykali Ganambarr) who grudgingly takes her through the rugged wilderness to track down Hawkins. </p><p>The terrain and the prevailing hostilities are frightening, as fighting between the original inhabitants of the land and its colonisers plays out in what is now known as 'The Black War'. Clare and Billy are hostile towards each other from the outset, both suffering their own traumas and mutual distrust, but as their journey leads them deeper into the wilderness, they must learn to find empathy for one another, while weighing the true cost of revenge.</p>

<p>In the shadow of a family tragedy, two estranged sisters are forced to confront their fractured past in this poignant drama directed by [c=Melanie Laurent]. [c=Elle Fanning] and [c=Dakota Fanning] deliver powerful performances as the siblings, whose lives have diverged sharply in the years following a devastating loss. When a long-buried secret from their youth threatens to surface, they are drawn back to their childhood home, a place filled with both tender memories and unspoken pain. As they navigate the complex terrain of grief, guilt, and familial duty, the sisters must decide whether the bonds of blood are strong enough to overcome years of silence and resentment. With a screenplay by [c=Dana Stevens], the film crafts an intimate and atmospheric portrait of reconciliation, exploring how the echoes of the past shape our present. This emotionally resonant journey, produced by [c=Elizabeth Cantillon], immerses viewers in a story where the path to healing is as fragile and beautiful as a songbird's call.</p>

<p>In the oppressive darkness of a remote forest, a group of teenagers dares to play a terrifying game of hide-and-seek guided only by the beams of their flashlights. Led by the adventurous [c=Shelby Young] and joined by friends including [c=Chloe Bridges] and [c=Carter Jenkins], they venture into the woods where a local tragedy once occurred, seeking a thrill that quickly curdles into genuine dread. What begins as a rebellious night of fun soon spirals into a desperate fight for survival as the familiar rules of their game are twisted by an unseen, malevolent force lurking within the trees. Directors and writers [c=Scott Beck] and [c=Bryan Woods] craft a chilling supernatural thriller that transforms a simple childhood pastime into a nerve-shredding ordeal, masterfully using the disorienting darkness and piercing light to amplify every jump and whisper. As flashlights flicker and friendships fracture, the characters must confront not only the haunting secrets of the forest but also the terrifying possibility that they are not alone in the dark.</p>

<p>Based on the novel by William Lindsay Gresham, "Nightmare Alley" follows an ambitious young con-man hooks up Awith a female psychiatrist who is even more corrupt than he is. At first, they enjoy success fleecing people with their mentalist act, but then she turns the table on him, out-manipulating the manipulator.</p>

<p>A holiday tradition continues this Halloween when Tim Burton's classic, "The Nightmare Before Christmas," makes a return to the big screen in stunning Disney Digital 3D. The dazzling new make-over of the musical-fantasy was led by the film's original filmmaking team of Academy Award nominated writer/producer Tim Burton ("Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," "Corpse Bride") and director Henry Selick ("James and the Giant Peach") as well as the talented technical wizards at Industrial Light + Magic in collaboration with In-Three, Inc." Audiences will get closer than ever to Halloweentown's beloved Pumpkin King, Jack Skellington (voice of Chris Sarandon), as he attempts to take over the Christmas holiday. Against the advice of Sally (voice of Catherine O'Hara), a lonely rag doll who has feelings for him, Jack enlists three mischievous trick-or-treaters - Lock, Shock, and Barrel - to help him kidnap Santa Claus. Jack eventually realizes his mistake but has to contend with the evil Oogie Boogie before he can make things right and restore the Christmas holiday. Fueled by an unforgettable Grammy nominated soundtrack featuring ten ghoulishly delightful songs by Oscar nominee Danny Elfman ("Corpse Bride," "Big Fish") who also provided the singing voice for Jack, Tim Burton's "The Nightmare Before Christmas 3D" combines the Oscar nominated artistry of stop-motion animation with state-of-the-art digital technology to create a unique and entertaining movie-going experience that has become annual holiday event for the entire family.</p>

<p>Described as echoing classic anthology series like The Twilight Zone and The Outer Limits. It centers on a group of down-on-their-luck individuals who enter the decrepit Rialto Theatre. Their deepest and darkest fears are brought to life onscreen by The Projectionist (Rourke), a mysterious, ghostly figure who holds the nightmarish futures of all who attend - and cannot escape - his screenings.</p>

<p>Nightmare Detective is the tale of a female detective investigating a pair of suicides mysteriously connected by the fact that both victims dialed zero on their mobile phones just seconds before they died.</p><p>The detective tracks down a man with the power to enter people's dreams, a device that enables Tsukamoto to put his idiosynchratic filming styles to good use.</p>

<p>In the chilling horror film "Nightmare Hospital," a group of unsuspecting individuals finds themselves trapped in a sinister medical facility where their worst fears come to life. As they navigate the eerie corridors, they quickly realize that the hospital is not what it seems, and their sanity is put to the ultimate test. Led by the determined character portrayed by [c=Jon-Paul Gates], the group must confront their own demons while trying to escape the malevolent forces at play.</p> <p>Each character, including the resourceful [c=Bethany Williamson] and the brave [c=Tiffany-Ellen Robinson], grapples with personal traumas that are manipulated by the dark entity haunting the hospital. The atmosphere is thick with tension, as the line between reality and nightmare blurs, creating a suffocating sense of dread. Directed by [c=Steven M. Smith], the film combines psychological horror with supernatural elements, ensuring that viewers are on the edge of their seats. As the characters delve deeper into the hospital's secrets, they must work together or risk succumbing to the horrors that lurk in the shadows. "Nightmare Hospital" promises a gripping journey into fear that lingers long after the credits roll.</p>

<p>After receiving a mysterious mask, Ellen Morris believes she was attacked by an evil being she calls ‘Nightmare Man’. Her husband, Bill, believes she is crazy. On their way to the mental hospital their car breaks down and Bill goes to get gas, leaving Ellen alone. When Nightmare Man appears, Ellen takes off into the woods, unsure whether she is hallucinating or not. She stumbles upon a cabin filled with friends who unknowingly becoming prey the moment Ellen steps inside.</p>

<p>Kept under wraps, but serves as a reboot of the iconic franchise featuring Freddy Krueger.</p>

<p>Nancy, Kris, Quentin, Jesse, and Dean all live on Elm Street. At night they're all having the same dream -- of the same man, wearing a tattered red and green striped sweater, a beaten fedora half-concealing a disfigured face, and a gardener's glove with knives for fingers. And they're all hearing the same frightening voice...</p><p>One by one he terrorizes them within the curved walls of their dreams, where the rules are his and the only way out is to wake up.</p><p>But when one of their number dies a violent death, they soon realize that what happens in their dreams happens for real, and the only way to stay alive is to stay awake. Turning to each other, the four surviving friends try to uncover how they became part of this dark fairy tale, hunted by this dark man. Functioning on little to no sleep, they struggle to understand why them, why now, and what their parents aren't telling them.</p><p>Buried in their past is a debt that has just come due, and to save themselves, they will have to plunge themselves into the mind of the most twisted nightmare of all... Freddy Krueger.</p>

<p>Peering behind the curtain of cinematic horror, "Nightmares in the Makeup Chair" explores the dark artistry that brings our most terrifying visions to life. This compelling documentary, directed by [c=Mike Kerz], delves into the world of special effects makeup, guided by the iconic [c=Robert Englund] and legendary effects maestro [c=Robert Kurtzman]. The film chronicles the passion and nightmares of the artists themselves, revealing the personal demons and creative struggles that fuel their monstrous creations. As it traces the evolution of practical effects from humble beginnings to modern masterpieces, the documentary uncovers the thin line between crafting fear on screen and confronting it in reality. Blending candid interviews with stunning behind-the-scenes footage, it creates an atmospheric and often unsettling look at the minds who shape our nightmares, proving that sometimes the real horror isn't in the monster, but in the making of it.</p>

<p>In the shadowy realm where nightmares bleed into reality, [c=Matthew Mark Hunter] directs this chilling fantasy sequel that plunges viewers back into a world of supernatural terror. The story follows Joseph (played by [c=Matthew Mark Hunter]), a tormented soul who has survived the unspeakable horrors of the first film, only to find himself haunted by the lingering darkness that once nearly destroyed him. Now, he must confront the malevolent forces that continue to prey upon the living, as a new wave of nightmarish entities emerges from the depths of human fear. Alongside a fragile ally portrayed by [c=Alynn Rixo], Joseph embarks on a desperate quest to uncover the source of these escalating horrors, facing twisted manifestations of his own past sins. The film weaves a tense atmosphere of dread and psychological unease, blending visceral fantasy elements with a deeply personal story of revenge and redemption. As Joseph battles through surreal landscapes and confronts [c=Ira Heiden]’s sinister antagonist, he must decide whether his quest for vengeance will ultimately save him or consume him entirely. With a supporting cast including [c=Luke Azevedo], [c=Jessica Thompson], [c=John Catheline], [c=Sofia Bianchi], [c=Bob Turner], [c=Lloyd Kaufman], and [c=Troy 'Nick' Hall], this 110-minute journey offers a gripping exploration of the thin line between dreams and damnation.</p>

<p>In the romantic drama "Nights in Rodanthe," based on the Nicholas Sparks best-selling novel, Diane Lane stars as Adrienne Willis, a woman with her life in chaos, who retreats to the tiny coastal town of Rodanthe, in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, to tend to a friend's inn for the weekend. Here she hopes to find the tranquility she so desperately needs to rethink the conflicts surrounding her--a wayward husband who has asked to come home, and a teenaged daughter who resents her every decision.</p><p>Almost as soon as Adrienne gets to Rodanthe, a major storm is forecast and Dr. Paul Flanner (Richard Gere) arrives. The only guest at the inn, Flanner is not on a weekend escape but rather is there to face his own crisis of conscience.</p><p>Now, with the storm closing in, the two turn to each other for comfort and, in one magical weekend, set in motion a life-changing romance that will resonate throughout the rest of their lives.</p>

<p>In the shadowy world of nocturnal crime, a timid law student's life takes a terrifying turn when he accepts a job as a night watchman at a morgue. [c=Ewan McGregor] stars as Martin Bells, whose quiet shift descends into a waking nightmare after he discovers a gruesome murder scene, making him the prime suspect in a serial killer's bloody spree. As the body count rises, Martin finds himself caught between a determined detective, played by [c=Josh Brolin], and a mysterious woman, portrayed by [c=Patricia Arquette], who may hold the key to the terrifying truth. Directed with gripping tension by [c=Spike Lee], this atmospheric thriller plunges the audience into a labyrinth of paranoia and suspense, where every creak in the dark hallway could be a clue or a death sentence. Martin must race against the dawn to clear his name and uncover the sinister secrets lurking within the city's darkest corners before the killer strikes again.</p>

<p>Nightwing, aka Dick Grayson, is perhaps best known for being the original Robin. Grayson was the youngest member of a family of acrobats known as the Flying Graysons. After his parents were murdered, he was taken in as the legal ward of Bruce Wayne/Batman. He then became Robin and teamed up with the Dark Knight on many an adventure to fight crime in the city of Gotham.</p>