COMPETITION: Win The Innkeepers on 4K UHD

Second Sight Films is back with its latest horror classic to get the Limited Edition treatment,  The Innkeepers. The critically acclaimed, award-winning early work from horror auteur Ti West, one of the most prominent horror filmmakers of his generation, gets a major makeover in a newly restored 4K version, approved by the director himself, this Summer.

And to celebrate we have a copy on 4K to give away!

Synopsis:

Two employees at a rundown inn are desperate to prove the building is haunted before it gets closed down. Unfortunately for them, they may just get what they wished for.

Described by View London as ‘unmissable and one of the best films of the year - 5 stars’ and ‘an old-fashioned ghost story, made the more piquant by Paxton’s sympathetic, funny, vulnerable lead performance’ by Screen Daily, The Innkeepers Limited Dual Edition 4K UHD/Blu-ray arrives 25 August 2025, alongside Standard versions.

The Limited Edition Box Set is presented in a stunning rigid slipcase with new artwork by Nick Charge with a fascinating 120-page book with new essays. All versions come complete with a slew of special features including brand new interviews with the director, cast, cinematographer and much more.

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Who directs The Innkeepers?

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COMPETITION: Win FRESH on Blu-ray

Boaz Yakin’s award-winning debut film FRESH, starring Samuel L. Jackson, makes its UK Blu-ray debut on August 25, with a stunning new restoration and brand new extras.

And to celebrate we have a copy on blu-ray to give away!

Written and directed by Boaz Yakin (Remember the Titans), FRESH won the Filmmakers Trophy and Grand Jury Prize at the prestigious Sundance Film in 1994. Starring Giancarlo Esposito (Breaking Bad), Samuel L. Jackson (Pulp Fiction) and then-newcomer Sean Nelson (American Buffalo), who won the Special Jury Prize at Sundance, the film also features a tremendous score by Stewart Copeland (Rumblefish, The Equalizer), and cinematography by Adam Holdender (Midnight Cowboy).

A critical smash on its release, FRESH, a coming of age story about a young boy torn between a life of a crime and pursuing academic excellence, is described by the Washington Post as “an electrifying, sobering movie”, and called Yakin “perhaps the most gifted newcomer of the decade”. Sean Nelson is a revelation in the lead role that marked him out as a rare, natural talent. During an era of remarkably assured debut films - including the likes of Reservoir Dogs and Clerks - FRESH stands out as a timeless, thoughtful classic.

Synopsis:

Twelve-year-old Fresh (Sean Nelson) is a runner in Brooklyn, carrying heroin for the intimidating Esteban (Giancarlo Esposito) and crack cocaine for local dealers. Seeking an escape from the ruthless environment he’s been subjected to, Fresh uses the lessons learnt from his chess-playing father (Samuel L. Jackson) – as well as his own sharp survival instincts - to turn his dangerous employers against each other in the hope that it will free him from their grip.

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COMPETITION: Win The Odd Job on Blu-ray

Severin Films have announced the release of Hungarian/British/American director Peter Medak's 70s comedy caper The Odd Job on Blu-ray.

And to celebrate we have a copy on blu-ray to give away!

Synopsis:

Director Peter Medak’s 1978 black comedy is co-written by and stars Graham Chapman – just prior to Life of Brian, as happily married Arthur Harris, who becomes suicidal when his wife suddenly up and leaves him. Trying and failing miserably to do the deed himself, when a peculiar handyman (BAFTA-winner Sir David Jason of Only Fools and Horses, in a role once intended for Keith Moon), turns up on his doorstep to offer his services, he enlists the help of this strange stranger, to kill him instead.

But when Arthur’s wife decides to come back home and try again, he discovers that his homicidal hire has every intention of finishing the job. Diana Quick (Brideshead Revisited), Carolyn Seymour (THE RULING CLASS), Simon Williams (Jabberwocky), Bill Paterson (Fleabag) and Richard O’Brien (The Rocky Horror Picture Show) co-star in this “crazy comedy” (Travalanche) co-written by Chapman with Bernard McKenna (Yellowbeard) and produced by Mark Forstater (Monty Python and The Holy Grail), now scanned in 2K from Peter Medak’s personal 35mm print.

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PREVIEW: Vinnie Plays Vegas (2025 Documentary) Starring Vinnie Favorito

Preview by Jon Donnis

Comedian, quick-fire insult artist and infamous high-stakes gambler, Vinnie Favorito is the subject of Vinnie Plays Vegas, a new documentary charting his meteoric rise and dramatic downfall. Directed by Brian Burkhardt in his debut feature, the film offers an unflinching portrait of a man who once had the Las Vegas comedy scene in the palm of his hand, only to lose it all to a crippling gambling addiction. Set for a UK digital release on 18 August via Miracle Media, it promises a compelling mix of laughs, scandal and sobering reality.

Vinnie's journey began in the bustling Boston stand-up scene in 1986, performing alongside soon-to-be comedy heavyweights like David Cross, Joe Rogan, Nick Di Paolo and Louis C.K. His sharp tongue and unfiltered approach to comedy quickly became his signature, carving a path that led straight to Las Vegas. It was here that Favorito truly thrived, and where the seeds of his downfall were sown. Vegas seemed tailor-made for his style, a city that embraced his brashness and gave him the stage to perfect his craft. But as Vinnie Plays Vegas reveals, the same environment that brought him success also fed his worst habits.

The documentary doesn't shy away from the darker chapters of his life. From his long-running Vegas residency to the spiralling gambling debts and desperate loans that eventually torched his reputation, the film paints a portrait of a man both celebrated and scorned. Through candid interviews with friends, fellow comedians and those left burned by his schemes, audiences are given rare insight into the highs and lows of the Vegas comedy circuit, as well as the personal cost of living life in the fast lane.

Vinnie Plays Vegas also raises the question of whether redemption is even possible for someone who has betrayed so many. Is there a path back for a performer who made audiences roar but left a trail of mistrust behind him? Burkhardt's film doesn't offer easy answers, instead letting viewers draw their own conclusions about guilt, forgiveness and the price of ambition.

Hitting UK digital platforms on 18 August, Vinnie Plays Vegas invites audiences to take a seat in the front row for a story that's as outrageous as it is sobering, a raw look at a comedian whose greatest gamble was on himself, and who learned the hard way that the house always wins.

Vinnie Plays Vegas is on UK digital 18 August (Miracle Media)

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NEWS: LEGEND Brings Fifteen Action-Packed Premieres This September

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By Jon Donnis

September on LEGEND is looking like a gift for anyone who loves a bit of high-octane escapism. Fifteen channel premieres are lined up, covering everything from big, brash blockbusters to gritty thrillers. The schedule pulls together a mix of old favourites, cult hits and a few underappreciated gems, with a cast list that reads like a who's who of Hollywood action royalty.

Things kick off with Jean-Claude Van Damme in Kickboxer, a revenge tale with the kind of training montages that could only have come from the late 80s. Then it's straight into fire and fury with Reign of Fire, where Christian Bale and Matthew McConaughey take on dragons in a scorched future Britain. If you fancy something with a touch of swashbuckling flair, The Mask of Zorro makes its debut, pairing Antonio Banderas and Catherine Zeta-Jones under the watchful eye of Anthony Hopkins.

The month doesn't slow down. Man on a Ledge delivers a slick, high-concept thriller, while Nicolas Cage ramps up the chaos in Drive Angry, all guns, cars and supernatural revenge. Stallone returns as John Rambo in the 2008 entry of the series, directing himself in a blood-soaked rescue mission through Burma. Then there's The Bone Collector, with Denzel Washington and Angelina Jolie working together to track down a meticulous serial killer.

Steven Seagal brings his brand of justice to Marked for Death, facing off against Jamaican drug lords. Jason Statham and Jet Li collide in War, a stylised mix of martial arts and crime drama. For something a little more historical, The Alamo recreates one of America's most famous last stands, while Chain Reaction sees Keanu Reeves and Rachel Weisz on the run in a conspiracy-laced tech thriller. Push offers a more fantastical edge, with psychic powers and shadowy agencies.

Weeknights get a touch of 70s glamour with the second season of Charlie's Angels. Cheryl Ladd joins the cast alongside Kate Jackson and Jaclyn Smith, and the cases are as over-the-top as ever. Later in the month, The Bounty Hunter pairs Gerard Butler and Jennifer Aniston in a screwball chase, while Jason Momoa swings the sword in Conan the Barbarian. Closing things out is the powerful We Were Soldiers, with Mel Gibson leading a true-life war story.

What makes this line-up work is the sheer variety. You've got pure popcorn entertainment rubbing shoulders with more grounded dramas. There's nostalgia in seeing some of these films back on the small screen, but also a thrill in spotting the ones you might have missed the first time around. And the names attached to these projects are enough to make any action fan grin. Denzel, Stallone, Bale, McConaughey, Reeves, Cage, Hopkins, Banderas, Momoa… it's a roll call of charisma and grit.

LEGEND has always leaned into the bigger, bolder side of cinema, but September feels like it's really doubling down. Whether you're in the mood for dragons, duels, explosions, or just a solid Friday night fight scene, the channel has something lined up. The mix of decades and styles also keeps it fresh, moving from 80s martial arts to 2000s fantasy, to sharp 90s thrillers without losing pace.

It's the kind of month that makes you want to check the listings, mark a few dates, and maybe even plan a couple of late nights. Because when a channel hands you fifteen premieres in one go, you might as well make the most of it.

TV: Sky 148 / Virgin 149 / Freeview 41 / Freesat 137