The Horror Cut

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 mysterious videotape quickly becomes a race against time as Rachel Keller uncovers the terrifying story behind Samara Morgan. We dig into the film’s unsettling imagery, cold atmosphere, iconic visuals, and the way it transformed a simple urban legend into one of the defining horrors of the early 2000s. So press play, turn off the lights, and remember… You’ve got seven days to listen to this podcast Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 @thehorrorandherpodcast as we dive into Carpenter’s supernatural classic, exploring its eerie atmosphere, unforgettable score, ghostly revenge story, and the perfect combination of coastal isolation and creeping dread. keep an eye on the coastline, and whatever happens… stay out of the fog. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 relentless action, emotional storytelling, and nerve-shredding suspense as a deadly outbreak tears through the country and turns a routine journey into a desperate fight for survival. The destination is Busan... will we make it? 🚆🧟‍♂️ Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 into the film’s strange tonal balancing, its critique of greed and abuse, and the unforgettable performances from Everett McGill and Wendy Robie as the terrifying “Mommy” and “Daddy.” From hidden passageways and cannibalistic secrets to shotgun-wielding landlords, we explore why The People Under the Stairs remains one of Craven’s most unique and underrated films. Mandatory Lobotomy: A Horror Anthology https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mandatory-Lobotomy-Anthology-Sam-Tonnell/dp/B0D64NM7G4 Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 to government containment, no one is safe. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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. Picking up in the aftermath of the previous film, this chapter explores trauma, grief, and the lasting scars left behind by Michael Myers’s violence. We dig into the film’s bold creative swings that split audiences down the middle. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 reworked Loomis, we explore what this version adds and what it loses by pulling back the mask. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 it reworks familiar lore for a new generation. From Mia’s harrowing transformation to the film’s infamous set pieces, we explore what makes this entry so divisive, and why it’s earned its place as one of the most extreme studio horror films of the 2010s. No chainsaw required… just a strong stomach. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 Heather Graham, the film blends detective noir with slasher horror. We dig into the film’s take on historical horror and the balance between fact and fiction. From psychic visions and royal cover-ups, we unpack what works, what doesn’t, and why From Hell remains such a fascinating entry in early 2000s horror. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 looking for the ultimate challenge. We dig into the film’s chaotic energy, its wild mix of action, sci-fi and horror, and the way it expanded the mythology of the Predator universe Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 dreamlike logic, and the unsettling chemistry between Hauer and C. Thomas Howell. So buckle up and stay alert, the road is long, the desert is empty, and someone might already be sitting in the back seat. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 carnage. Oh there are also some zombies. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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! Trailer https://www.instagram.com/reel/DK2Egi3RqZE/?hl=en Crèche & Burn | movie | 2025 | Official Trailer https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9kot64 Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

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 the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts The Horror Cut returns live to The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow for a fire-and-brimstone episode on End of Days (1999). The apocalyptic action-horror that pits Schwarzenegger against Satan himself. Recorded in front of a horror-infused crowd, this live discussion wrestles with the film’s turn-of-the-millennium paranoia, and the sheer audacity of late-90s studio horror at its loudest and wildest. We dig into religious imagery and the fascinating clash between occult folk horror and blockbuster explosions. Expect big laughs, debates and audience reactions. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591

Let us know your thoughts Grip the steering, take a shortcut cut and keep an eye out for the woman in white. The Horror Cut returns to The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow for another special live episode, this time diving head-first into the looping nightmare of Dead End (2003). Recorded in front of a packed audience, this episode dissects the film’s unsettling blend of psychological horror, black comedy, and that lingering sense of dread that comes from being stuck in the world’s worst family road trip. So buckle up. Don’t fall asleep. And whatever you do… don’t stop the car. Support the show IG - @thehorrorcutshow | @HewittGPro | @StephenkerrActor_Performer FB - Facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573701383591