Interviews
‘Hunting Jessica Brok’ brings the action and thrills to theaters this weekend – Interview
In our latest interview about their new action thriller ‘Hunting Jessica Brok’, Danica Jones shared how deeply invested she became in portraying the film’s fierce, determined lead. She spoke about the physical and emotional preparation that went into bringing Jessica Brok to life. From intensive stunt training to understanding her character’s layered motivations. Jones explained that what drew her to the role was the opportunity to embody a protagonist who is both resolute in her mission and profoundly human in her vulnerabilities. She also highlighted the spirit on set, praising the director and cast for fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
Richard Lukunku, who plays the film’s central antagonist, reflected on the complexity of his character and the challenges of striking the right balance between menace and nuance. He discussed how his role required him to dig into the psychological underpinnings of his character’s choices, making the work both demanding and rewarding. Lukunku and Jones both expressed excitement about the film’s release, emphasizing that ‘Hunting Jessica Brok’ delivers intense action as well as emotional depth. They said they hope audiences will connect with the story’s blend of high stakes, personal sacrifice, and the resilience of its characters when the film premieres.
Catch it in theaters starting February 13, 2026.

Synopsis: She was a ghost. A knife in boots. Special forces-trained, war-tested, emotionally cauterized. Once upon a time, Jessica Brok had a name that meant death in several dialects. Then she went off-grid. Vanished. She renamed herself Linda. Got a kid. A dusty little house. A vulture rescue center. Because nothing screams emotional healing like feeding dead rats to scavengers. She thought she was done being a weapon. She thought wrong. Enter Daniel. Ex-lover. Ex-comrade. Ex-everything. Long presumed dead, now resurrected in her driveway with a bullet wound and a story soaked in blood. He says they’re coming — the same men who trafficked children, murdered civilians, burned entire villages to hide the evidence. The ones they didn’t kill the first time. Turns out, evil doesn’t die. It adapts. It evolves. And it has Jessica’s name on a list. What follows is a sun-scorched fever dream of violence. Jessica is dragged back into the kill-or-be-killed ballet she thought she’d retired from. Only this time she’s slower, rustier, with a daughter who might become collateral damage. They take her. They torture her. They try to make her small again. They forget who she is. Bad idea. Jessica Brok is a chemical reaction. Grief + Guilt + Training = Apocalypse. She peels off her motherhood like a skin she no longer fits in. She becomes the ghost again. The shadow. The beast in the long grass. Armed with guilt and a knife, she unravels every inch of their outfit with the precision of someone who’s memorized anatomy from the inside out. Every scar she earns is a story. Every broken bone is an indictment. Every death she delivers is a sacrament. The bush becomes a church, and she is the sermon — brutal, efficient, and unforgettable. By the end, the question isn’t whether she’ll survive — it’s whether the part of her that’s human ever comes back. Because some people go through hell. Jessica Brok built a home there.
Interviews
‘Penny Lane Is Dead’ Now Streaming on Shudder: Interview with Director Mia-Kate Russell
Writer and director Mia-Kate Russell joins us to discuss her new horror film, Penny Lane Is Dead, now streaming on Shudder! In this interview, Russell talks about the inspiration behind the film and how the story came to life, while also sharing insight into working with the movie’s talented cast.
She also takes us behind the scenes to discuss the incredible special effects makeup team and the work that went into creating the film’s gruesome and unforgettable visuals. Don’t miss our conversation with Mia-Kate Russell about Penny Lane Is Dead and the creative process behind bringing this chilling new horror story to the screen!
Watch now by subscribing to Shudder.com.
Synopsis: Set on a hot summer’s night in 1986 Australia, Penny Lane is celebrating getting into college with her longtime girlfriends Toni and Amy. The night, however, does not turn out as planned. After Penny’s jealous and troubled cousin Kat decides a cruel prank is in order, what begins as a thoughtless spiked cupcake game spirals into a night of bloodshed. In the Ozploitation tradition, Mia-kate Russell’s debut feature is a blood-soaked descent into love, betrayal and survival, infused with dark comedy and rage.

Watch the official trailer below.

Interviews
Justin Brooks & Emily Bennett Talk ‘Blood Shine’ Ahead of August 21 Digital Release
Get ready for a new dose of horror! We sit down with Justin Brooks and Emily Bennett to talk about their new horror film ‘Blood Shine’ which drops today on VOD. In our conversation we explore their inspiration for the story, how they formed the characters, intense behind-the-scenes experiences, and what makes this terrifying new movie stand out for horror fans.
Be sure to watch the film starting today on VOD and for more info visit the film site here.
For a list of sites where to watch the film click here.
Synopsis: In upstate New York, Clara is a religious zealot who worships light in lonely, sacred rituals. Brighton West is a horror filmmaker trying to work on his script when a chance encounter with Clara leads him into an hallucinatory web of faith, flesh, and the sublime.

Interviews
Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary Interview: Gregg Berger on Voicing Grimlock
Join us LIVE for a special celebration of the 40th anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie with legendary voice actor Gregg Berger, the original voice of Grimlock! Gregg takes us behind the scenes of the beloved 1986 animated classic, sharing memories of voicing the iconic Dinobot, stories from the recording booth, and his experiences being part of a film that has become a cornerstone of Transformers history. Whether you’re a longtime Transformers fan or discovering the movie for the first time, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss!

Find a 40th anniversary screening near your on Fandango.com

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