October 25, 2022
Horror films about the torture of victims took off with the release of Saw in 2004. The new subgenre pushed the envelope of what could be shown on film and what audiences were willing to sit through. “The Hammer and Anvil” brings together all of the films about villains enjoying the suffering of the victims. Here is a breakdown of all the films included in the playlist.
Pistachio is about a woman named Kelly who awakens, chained in a dark basement of horror. What does her masked captor want, and is all what it seems to be?
Watch Pistachio in the Reveel Fright Fest
Teddy is a nod to horror classics of the past with a modern vibe. A young woman is forced to fight for her life against an unexpected maniacal adversary while visiting a lost loved one in a Tennessee cemetery.
Watch Teddy in the Reveel Fright Fest
A woman goes to an abandoned hospital for a photo shoot-second date, which turns out to be a hospital of horrors run by a psychopath.
Watch Something Beautiful in the Reveel Fright Fest
A group of friends setting out to explore an abandoned building, encounter a psychopath who’s plotting their demise.
Watch Runnin in the Reveel Fright Fest
Marshal is the Bostonian, a killer of upper crust women for two years. But police are closing in and Marshal’s fragile mind begins unraveling latent memories of his mother’s abuse surface, leading him on a rampage and ultimately his end.
Watch The Bostonian in the Reveel Fright Fest
A young woman wakes up trapped inside a dark basement. As she struggles to piece together how she got there, she soon realizes that she may not be alone.
Watch Haunts in the Reveel Fright Fest
Check Out This Film Playlist and Others in the Reveel Fright Fest
The Reveel Fright Fest is a virtual film festival being held on the streaming platform from October 21st – 31st. The Fright Fest has plenty of playlists full of horror films including the feature films Along Came The Devil Part 1 starring Sydney Sweeney and The Attic with Elisabeth Moss. Find out more about the Reveel Fright Fest and all of the films in the event here.
What if we are alone in the universe? This question is at the core of the short film Laniakea. Originally created as a college project by Dima Taran, the film went on to take on a life of its own when it found an audience online with nearly 800,000 views in one year. The beautifully […]
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Sometimes the best stories aren’t the longest, they are the shortest. Short films have perfected the art of telling a captivating story in just a few minutes and animated shorts are some of the most enjoyable short film experiences. Animated short films can take us to new worlds full of human creativity or they can […]
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Most, if not all, children had night terrors growing up. Some would hide under the covers. Others would yell for their parents. Kid-version Jason Ragosta, screenwriter and director, decided to make a deal with his monsters where he would bring them to life through drawing and in exchange they would protect him. Years later, Jason […]
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“There’s always a Filipino somewhere” is a well-known fact, and it’s true even in streaming platforms. Of course we have some right here in Reveel. From the adrenaline-infused streets of Manila to the sun-kissed beaches of Maui, Filipinos offer up their kaleidoscope of stories that resonate with emotional depth, unexpected thrills, and quirky humor. Ready […]
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Superman has been a career-defining role for many actors, dating back to Christopher Reeve’s iconic portrayal. Now, David Corenswet steps into the cape as the latest actor to embody the Man of Steel. But wait, who’s this David guy? Where on Earth (or beyond) did he come from? Get ready because we’re about to take […]
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Are you in the mood for a chillingly good time but not quite ready to dive under the covers at the slightest creak of a floorboard? Then you’re in luck! Our carefully curated selection keeps the thrill without sending the chills down your spine. Prepare to enter the realm of suspense and psychological twists with […]
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Phantom of the Opera meets K-pop? Now that’s a mash-up we didn’t know we needed! “Phantom: The Musical” is coming onto the scene, giving the classic tale a fresh story. This adaptation combines the opera with cinematic elements to create a distinct experience. To better understand this unique production, we reached out to Eddie Aronoff, […]
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In the heart of Los Angeles, where cultures collide and dreams are forged, a young Asian American director is leaving an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape. Hon Hoang, a Vietnamese American artist armed with a psychology degree from UCLA, wields his camera like a poet’s pen, capturing the profound depths of the human experience […]
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Family has a lot of different meanings. It can transcend blood and forge a bond through commitment along with choice. Kenneth R. Frank, a writer and director, delves into this profound concept through his feature film, Family Obligations. With a desire to explore the intricacies of familial obligations, he invites us on a journey of […]
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Oh man, remember that little dude from Life of Pi? The one stranded on that lifeboat with the tiger? Well, let me tell you, that kid is all grown up now and still as talented (if not more!) as he was then. Suraj Sharma, the former child star, is now in his 30s. Let’s catch […]
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