Many of you know we love bringing you movie release news here in Blazing Minds. This coming September is packed with great releases from Signature Entertainment, from dizzying heights to the latest action movie from Vinnie Jones.
Fall – 2nd September
Experience a heart-pounding tale of survival from the producers of 47 Meters Down where sacrifice may just be the only way out. A fast drop and a sudden stop awaits Becky (Grace Caroline Currey, Shazam!) and Hunter (Virginia Gardner, Halloween) as they find themselves trapped 2,000 feet up an abandoned radio tower in the desert. Highly trained and resourceful, these climbers were still not ready for every eventuality. A series of unfortunate events see their gear and supplies taken from them and as temperatures rise and vultures begin to circle, the chance of survival begins to fall rapidly. Also starring Jeffrey Dean Morgan (Watchmen), Fall is produced & directed by Scott Mann (Final Score) and written by Mann and Jonathan Frank (Final Score).
Kick Out the Jams: The Story of XFM
Titled after the first-ever song to play on their airwaves, Kick Out the Jams follows the development of XFM from its rebellious pirate radio roots in the early 90’s, through to its official FM radio launch in 1997 as a major platform for launching alternative talent into the mainstream. The doc deep-dives into the struggles and influence of the station which gave rise to the likes of Ricky Gervais & Stephen Merchant, whose global hits The Office and The Ricky Gervais Show were originally developed while working at the radio station. XFM also unlocks its rich musical vault to reveal never-before-seen footage of artists in the studio, including Oasis and Blur, allowing an intimate look into the station at the centre of the Britpop craze of the 90s. Kick Out the Jams is directed by Ray Burdis (The Wee Man) and produced by Brian Anderson (Britain’s Gangland) and Ian Jefferies (Faces of the Underworld).
Signature Entertainment presents Kick Out the Jams: The Story of XFM on Digital Platforms 2nd September
Terror on the Prairie
True Grit meets The Handmaid’s Tale in this highly-unsettling and ruthlessly vicious female-led western thriller. On the Montana plains, a frontier woman must protect herself against a ruthless gang of outlaws hell-bent on revenge. Terror on the Prairie stars action-star Gina Carano (The Mandalorian), Samaire Armstrong (The O.C), Nick Searcy (The Shape of Water), and Gabriel-Kane Day Lewis (Daniel Day Lewis’ son) and is directed by Michael Polish (Twin Falls Idaho).
Signature Entertainment presents Terror on the Prairie on Digital Platforms 5th September and DVD 3rd October
The Stranger in Our Bed
Prepare for Britain’s answer to Gone Girl. Feeling trapped in her controlling marriage to wealthy husband Tom (Ben Lloyd-Hughes, Industry, Sanditon), Charlotte Carlisle (Emily Berrington, Humans) begins an affair with another man, who one day mysteriously disappears without a trace. Behind her husband’s back, she secretly begins an investigation into the disappearance, teaming up with her lover’s sister Becki (Terri Dwyer, Hollyoaks) to uncover the truth behind what happened. It quickly becomes clear that nothing is as it seems, and after becoming witnesses to a murder, the two become entangled in a dark and twisted game of cat-and-mouse. With her life on the line, Charlotte must uncover what’s really going on – before it’s too late. Also starring Andi Osho (Shazam!, Good Omens S2), Bart Edwards (The Witcher) and Nina Wadia (Bend It Like Beckham). Directed by Giles Alderson (Knights of Camelot, World of Darkness) and produced by Terri Dwyer, based on the best-selling book by Samantha Lee Howe.
Signature Entertainment presents The Stranger in our Bed on Digital Platforms 5th September
Wolves of War
Stop the war. At any cost. Based on an incredible real-life story, Decorated British officer Jack Wallace (Ed Westwick, Gossip Girl) must lead a band of Allied commandos across enemy lines to rescue Professer Hopper (Rupert Graves, Sherlock), an American scientist held hostage by the Nazis. With information that could turn the tide of war, these unlikely heroes must traverse enemy territory with an untrained US civilian, avoiding brutal Nazi mercenaries and non-stop bombing – with the fate of the war resting on their shoulders, the outcome of this mission will change the world forever; failure is not an option. Also starring Matt Willis (co-founder of Busted). Directed by Giles Alderson (The Dare) and written by Toby Kearton (Dissonance), Samuel Christopher Ellis (Heart and Google Home) & Ben Mole (Code of Silence).
Signature Entertainment presents Wolves of War on Digital Platforms 12th September and DVD 19th September
Death Pursuit
Death Pursuit is a full-throttle action thriller boasting jaw-dropping stunts and featuring action superstar Vinnie Jones. A Thief (James Clayton) who only looks out for number one, finally pulls off his long-gestating heist: the robbery of psychotic crime lord, Temple (Vinnie Jones). The plan goes off without a hitch until he discovers a stowaway in his getaway car – Temple’s wife, Mia along with Temple’s elite assassin, the deadly and mysterious man known simply as The Frenchman, hot on their heels. The Thief is torn between disappearing with the money or taking a risky detour to help Mia escape her husband’s abusive grasp. But with Temple, The Frenchman, and their deadly convoy of goons in pursuit, they quickly discover the only way to get out alive is to drive out. Death Pursuit was directed by James Clayton and written by Cooper Bibaud & Danny Mac.
Signature Entertainment presents Death Pursuit on Digital Platforms 12th September
When the Screaming Starts
Aidan (Ed Hartland, #SketchPack) has a dream; that dream is bathed in blood and glory as he documents his attempt to become one of the UK’s most infamous serial killers. With a documentary film crew on hand, Aidan’s dream is set to become a reality as he becomes England’s answer to The Manson Family. Recruiting a gang of damaged souls with the same urge to kill, he soon realises that some of his blood-soaked cult members may be a little more into the murder and mayhem than he is. Who will make the headlines? Who will be forgotten and who will be left on the chopping block when all is said and done? Directed by Conor Boru (An Actor’s Life for Me) and written by Boru and Ed Hartland.
Signature Entertainment presents When the Screaming Starts on Digital Platforms 26th September
Control
Get ready for a mind-bending sci-fi thriller. With a fragmented memory and no clear way out, Eileen (Sara Mitich, Star Trek: Discovery) is forced to complete tasks by an unseen entity whilst trapped in a mysterious room, or else her daughter will be killed. Her only clue is Roger (George Tchortov, Kick-Ass), the man imprisoned alongside her, claiming to be her husband – thrust into a reluctant partnership, the two must work together to save Eileen’s daughter. However, nothing is truly as it seems, and very quickly, a much greater plot is unveiled – with Eileen at the centre. Control is directed by James Mark (Enhanced) and written by Mark & Matthew Nayman (Enhanced).
Signature Entertainment presents Control on Digital Platforms 26th September
Karen Woodham is the founder and owner of the Blazing Minds. She is also a Cinema reviewer and works with RealD 3D reviewing the latest 3D releases and IMAX, she has also had several articles published in various publications including the first edition of SFW Magazine. In 2015 she became an Award Winning Blogger and also has her website listed as one of the UK’s Top 10 Film Blogs.
