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Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Get Away OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Nick Frost and Aisling Bea's comedy horror film in India
Get Away OTT Release Date: Nick Frost and Aisling Bea recently headlined this British horror comedy film, which is now gearing up for its digital debut in India. First premiered at Fantastic Fest on 20 September 2024, the film was later released across the United Kingdom on the subscription service Sky Cinema on 10 January 2025. While Prime Video had it streaming for the rest of the world, Get Away is finally arriving in India after a long time. Here's all you need to know! When and where to watch Get Away in India? Get Away will be streaming on JioHotstar starting June 6, 2025. Bankrolled by XYZ Films and Wayward Entertainment, the film also stars Sebastian Croft, Maisie Ayres and Eero Milonoff among others. Directed by Steffen Haars and written by Nick Frost, this Hybrid musical is cinematographed by Joris Kerbosch and edited by Brian Ent. Get Away's plot overview The story follows the Smith family - a British couple, Richard (Nick Frost) and Susan (Aisling Bea), and their teenage children, Sam (Sebastian Croft) and Jessie (Maisie Ayres), who embark on a summer vacation to the remote Swedish island of Svälta. They aim to participate in the island's annual Karantan festival, a peculiar tradition celebrating a dark history involving British colonisers. Upon arrival, the family encounters unwelcoming locals and unsettling occurrences, including strange rituals and an abundance of coffins being loaded onto boats. As the festival approaches, the Smiths realise they are entangled in a dangerous and sinister tradition, leading to a fight for survival as they uncover the island's dark secrets. Get Away received a mixed to positive reception from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a 74% rating from critics and a 46% audience score, indicating a divided response. Reviewers praised the film's blend of comedy and horror, particularly highlighting the performances of the cast. However, some noted that the film's pacing and tone could be uneven at times.
Metro
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Remake of cult 80s horror with 92% on Rotten Tomatoes gets extreme rating
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video A gruesome horror film thought to be 'unreleasable' is finally coming to UK cinemas, and it has an extreme rating. The Toxic Avenger, a reboot of the 1984 film of the same name, initially premiered at Fantastic Fest in 2023 before having screenings at Beyond Fest and Sitges. It boasts a star-studded cast including Game Of Thrones star Peter Dinklage and Lord Of The Rings icon Elijah Wood alongside Jacob Tremblay, Taylour Paige, Kevin Bacon, Sarah Niles, Julia Davis, and Julian Kostov. But it has lain dormant for several years after being dubbed 'unreleasable' due to its gory conent, until it was resurrected by Cineverse for US audiences and Signature Entertainment here in the UK. The Toxic Avenger will be released in UK cinemas on August 29, but fans have been warned of its 'ultraviolent' content including 'mutant nudity.' Bloody Disgusting reports that the film will be released entirely uncut and unrated in cinemas, with a warning for: 'ultra violent/toxic content, p**s play, mutant nudity, hilarious harm and gnarly theater fun.' The warning also jokingly stresses that anyone under the age of 18 should not 'even try to get in' to cinemas to see the film. The Toxic Avenger follows janitor Winston Gooze (Dinklage), who, after a freak accident, transforms into the mutant vigilante Toxie. With his mop in hand, he battled everything from corrupt CEOs to hardened criminals while also trying to salvage his complicated relationship with his son. It is the fifth installment in the franchise originally created by Lloyd Kaufman and based on the Marvel comics of the same name. Unlike your average Marvel film, however, The Toxic Avenger was branded 'absurdly gory' and 'extremely silly' by those lucky enough to see it. After a period of silence, in 2024 it was announced the film would not be released due to difficulties securing a distributor, being described as 'unreleasable' with creatives behind the film attributing this to its graphic violence and gore. Film producer Adam Masnyk took to X at the time to say The Toxic Avenger was 'not safe enough to market', and that it could well become lost media. But that will no longer be the case, with Cineverse sharing in January that they had acquired distribution rights for the films with plans to release it theatrically later this year. Speaking about the news in a statement, director Macon Blair said: 'I'm beyond grateful to the team behind The Toxic Avenger who were so supportive and steady-handed as we searched for the perfect distribution partner for our film. 'It's so cool that folks will have the chance to see this in theatres, it's a fun, rowdy movie you wanna see with a crowd. Mutant hero smashes bad guys with a mop: perfect entertainment for the whole family! 'Our goal was always to preserve the heart and spirit of the original Toxie (which was seared into my brain at a very young age) and try to make something that Troma fans would dig and, at the same time, do something with the character that feels fresh. 'Lloyd and Michael at Troma have been a blast to work with; absolutely everyone at Legendary are stars, and I can't wait to start working with the champs at Cinverse to bring this version of Toxie to fans new and old.' Cineverse chairman and SEO Chris McGurk added: 'The Toxic Avenger isn't just a great film; it's an important one. 'Peter Dinklage's transformative performance and Macon Blair's fearless direction deliver a story that speaks to the anxieties of our time with outrageous humour and unflinching creativity. 'This is the kind of movie that major studios are averse to releasing because it dares to push boundaries, but Cineverse is rooted in championing bold, uncompromising storytelling. 'We believe audiences are ready – and eager – for films like this to take centre stage.' Cineverse acquired all US and Canadian theatrical, home entertainment, and streaming rights. Signature Entertainment, meanwhile, acquired UK rights to The Toxic Avenger, with acquisitions and development manager Katie Wilkinson-Javes announcing in a statement: 'The Toxic Avenger is a perfect example of the type of super entertaining commercial genre movie that we're always looking for at Signature. 'Macon Blair's fresh take on the cult anti-hero radiates pure cinema madness and we can't wait to introduce UK and Irish audiences to Peter Dinklage's Toxic Avenger later this year.' The Toxic Avenger currently sits at a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with many critics praising its practical effects and Dinklage's performance as Toxie. In their review, The Daily Dead wrote: 'An energetic and entertaining reboot that nonetheless struggles to prove the independent, lead-with-bad-taste worlds of Lloyd Kaufman and mainstream studio moviemaking are compatible.' More Trending The Mary Sue said: 'The Toxic Avenger is exactly as advertised. It does what it says on the tin. It's comically violent, absurdly gory, and extremely silly. But it's also a timely 'eat the rich' story infused with an earnest working-class perspective.' AwardsWatch agreed, adding: 'Utter absurdity. Bonkers. Ridiculous…it's a delight to say that this reimagining of Kaufman's iconic mop-wielding toxic avenger tale is entertaining and shockingly heartfelt.' Collider wrote: 'A bonkers & bloody delight. Macon Blair's Toxic Avenger is a hugely enjoyable & rowdy escape that also feels like a celebration of movie magic, especially the wild things one can create with ingenuity, practical effects & a lot of passion for the genre.' The Toxic Avenger will be released in UK cinemas on August 29 . Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Games Inbox: Are you getting a Nintendo Switch 2 next week? MORE: Netflix horror sequel soars to number 1 after viewers stay up to watch MORE: EA to lay off up to 400 employees after Black Panther game cancelled says source
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Genre Label Chroma Launches, Partners With Fantastic Fest on Fantastic Pitches, Offering $100,000 to Winning Pitch Team (EXCLUSIVE)
In a bold move into production financing, Austin's Fantastic Fest is celebrating its 20th anniversary by partnering with new genre label Chroma to launch Fantastic Pitches. Ahbra Perry has been appointed vice president of Chroma, which is dedicated to the global distribution, acquisition and production of bold, visionary genre cinema. More from Variety Filmax Rolls Out Cesc Gay's 'My Friend Eva,' Closing Italy, Germany (EXCLUSIVE) Hafsia Herzi Brings Live-Wire Spirit to Cannes Competition Title 'The Little Sister': 'I'd Always Dreamed of Doing Something Fast, a Bit Thrown Together.' 'The Mysterious Gaze of the Flamingo' Review: A Chilean Drama About HIV and Transgender Romance A champion of distinctive genre movies, Perry is the former head of Alamo on Demand, also served as director of Giant Pictures OTT channels and theatrical acquisitions for Drafthouse Films. Supported by a team of experienced distribution executives, Perry, in her new role, will oversee Chroma's slate and spearhead production efforts, with a focus on elevating filmmakers working with smaller budgets and creative visions aiming to support the next wave of independent genre cinema. 'We're at a turning point for the future of independent cinema, and launching Chroma to champion emerging talent feels like the right move at the right moment,' said Perry. 'We eat, breathe, and sleep genre—and the filmmakers we work with do too. Every project we take on is, in its own way, fantastic,' she added. 'That's why this partnership with Fantastic Fest couldn't be more perfect – it's built to serve the artists we love and the ones we haven't met yet.' Films should be independent productions and shot in English, though projects are accepted from any part of the world. Submissions for feature film pitches will be open from June 16 through Aug. 8. Finalists will attend a live pitching event held in Austin, Texas at the festival, judged by a panel ofindustry experts who will announce a winner onsite. Fantastic Pitches invites ideas for micro-budget genre feature ideas. The winning pitch team at this year's Fantastic Fest will receive $100,000 in funding to complete their film, a guaranteed world premiere at Fantastic Fest 2026 and global all-rights distribution through Chroma, which is backed by Narrative Distribution. 'Over the past 20 years, Fantastic Fest has been proud to launch the careers of hundreds of filmmakers. The new partnership with Chroma champions the future of independent genre cinema — closing out Cannes with purpose and vision,' said Fantastic Festival Director Lisa Dreyer. As genre production ramps up around the world, largely a push phenomenon driven by a new generation of filmmakers, the Fantastic Pitches sees the festival dipping a big toe in project development. To date, Fantastic Fest has not had a project showcase nor a formal market. The Pitches are 'hopefully the first step in building that,' Dreyer told Variety at Cannes. 'There's so much genre getting made and with the success of titles such as 'The Substance,' people are seeing its commercial value,' she added. 'The box office just proves that people want to see genre films. We're seeing amazingly creative genre films coming out. There's never enough art in the world, and genre film is part of that,' she said. Yet 'it's still extraordinary for many small films to get any kind of distribution,' Perry noted.'Every year we see so many amazing films, you know, films that play Sundance, you know, they can't even get distribution,' said Dreyer. 'Chroma can help with the production, guiding filmmakers to states where they can get tax rebates in order to really stretch that $100,000,' she added. The whole point of the Fantastic Pitches is to just really help these filmmakers and then have the world premiere at Fantastic Fest. But we'e rewriting the playbook on how independent genre films get made – from pitch to premiere.' Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
