The annual STAB Film Season at CULTPLEX Manchester is back, promising a month-long horror experience.
- This year’s event highlights include screenings of horror classics such as ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘Alien’.
- A variety of horror films will be showcased, from slasher franchises to zombie marathons.
- Unique events like live soundtrack performances and horror-themed quizzes are part of the lineup.
- A collection of chilling standalone films will also be featured, such as ‘Interview With The Vampire’.
The annual STAB Film Season at Manchester’s CULTPLEX cinema is set to offer an exhilarating month of horror films, attracting enthusiasts of the genre. The event promises an array of screenings not suitable for the faint-hearted, featuring a distinctive blend of both timeless classics and contemporary masterpieces. This highly anticipated return is marked as the largest yet, bringing a diverse selection of films and events to Manchester, drawing film aficionados from far and wide.
Attendees will witness the spine-chilling double feature of ‘The Exorcist’ and ‘Alien’ on Halloween night, a climax of the month-long celebration. Prior to this, the programme is filled with an array of cinematic horror delights. Notably, the season launches with ‘The Living Dead at Manchester Morgue’, a film that has gained recognition among horror circles for its unique local ties and eerie narrative. The event’s organisers have curated an impressive schedule that guarantees to keep audiences on the edge of their seats.
Key highlights include the annual ‘Scream Stab-A-Thon’, celebrating the renowned slasher franchise directed by Wes Craven, offering fans a chance to experience the thrill of the series on the big screen. Fans of zombie films can relish an all-night marathon featuring cult favourites like the Korean hit ‘Train to Busan’ and the Spanish horror ‘REC’. Additionally, aficionados of black comedy will enjoy a special screening series of ‘Garth Marenghi’s Darkplace’, providing a unique blend of humour and horror.
This year’s season also pays tribute to Freddy Krueger’s enduring legacy with a birthday celebration of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’. Music enthusiasts can look forward to the Sprechen Music event, which breathes new life into ‘The Cabinet of Dr. Caligari’ with a live reimagined soundtrack performance. Furthermore, the GASP! Horror Film Festival revisits Dario Argento’s ‘Suspiria’, offering audiences another chance to experience this giallo classic.
For those seeking standalone thrillers, the season features a double bill of recent hits like ‘Bodies Bodies Bodies’ paired with ‘Shiva Baby’, offering a fresh narrative approach within the horror genre. Classic titles such as ‘Interview With The Vampire’ and ‘The Texas Chainsaw Massacre’ will make their STAB debuts, alongside Brendan Fraser’s reinterpretation of ‘The Mummy’. These films encapsulate a range of horror experiences, catering to varied tastes.
In addition to film screenings, various interactive events have been planned to engage attendees further. These include ‘MAGHOUL’, a video game night with a haunting twist, and a themed edition of ‘A Lovely Time’s’ quiz based on ‘Treehouse of Horrors’. Participants can also partake in Linnea Quigley’s ‘Horror Workout’, ensuring that the entertainment extends beyond the cinema screen.
CULTPLEX’s STAB Film Season offers an unparalleled horror experience through its diverse programming and engaging events.
