Film-Forward

Horror

Together

Director Michael Shanks delivers a solid dose of horror, humor, and romance, proving just how mainstream and accessible body horror has become.

28 Years Later

Danny Boyle is back with one of his best films to date, once again sidestepping Hollywood’s expectations and conventions (this is, first and foremost, a British production).

Dangerous Animals

The past decade has seen a sharp uptick in horror films with art-house aspirations. The wonderfully paced and imaginative Dangerous Animals is not one of them.

Bring Her Back

The strongest asset and most captivating force here is Sally Hawkins. It’s a shame there’s not more Sally Hawkins on our screens every year.

The Ugly Stepsister

This is definitely not your Disney Cinderella. In this retelling, nausea and black comedy go hand in hand.

Sinners

A vampire flick set in the Jim Crow–era South that is as twisted as it is thrilling.

Cactus Pears, The Lost Chapters, The Virgin of the Quarry Lake | New Directors/New Films 2025

Among the festival’s rich selection, three must-see highlights stand out, all still seeking distribution in the United States.

Nosferatu

Director Robert Eggers breathes new life into a century-old tale, crafting a visually stunning, emotionally resonant reinterpretation.

Theater of Thought

Werner Herzog’s newest effort tackles another vast subject: the human brain.