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Robin Bextor’s documentary about Fw Murnau’s 1922 silent masterpiece makes some sharp points but leaves noticeable holes

There are two types of vampire: one is the vulpine, Bela Lugosi-esque seducer, while the other is the “verminous” kind pioneered by Count Orlok in the 1922 German silent horror classic Nosferatu. That’s one of the sharper observations in this reasonably interesting but shakily organised documentary timed to coincide with the Robert Eggers remake; a comeback, after decades of hot vampire dominance, for the hideous original progenitor in our atavistic, post-pandemic times.

Fw Murnau’s Nosferatu, a first but unauthorised adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula, was almost lost when the author’s widow succeeded in having most copies of it destroyed. What a loss that would have been: a sui generis masterpiece that was instigated by producer Albin Grau meeting a Serbian soldier on the western front who claimed his father was a vampire,...

Just in time for Robert Eggers’ highly anticipated Nosferatu reimagining to hit cinemas on New Year’s Day, a gripping new documentary sheds light on the origins of one of horror cinema’s most influential creations. Nosferatu – The Real Story, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Robin Bextor, is set to arrive on UK digital platforms on 16 December 2024, courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films.

The documentary delves into the tumultuous history of Fw Murnau’s 1922 silent masterpiece, Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror. Widely regarded as a cornerstone of horror, the film was an unauthorised adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula. This led to a dramatic copyright battle with Stoker’s widow, Florence Balcombe, who famously ordered all copies of the film to be destroyed. Against all odds, the film survived, much like the undead vampire it depicted, to become a lasting icon of the genre.

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Explore one of nature’s most fascinating and terrifying natural phenomena with Twisters: The Real Story available on DVD and digital from 1st July. We are giving away a DVD copy to a lucky winner!

Explore one of nature’s most fascinating and terrifying natural phenomena with Twisters: The Real Story. This captivating new documentary from director Robin Bextor is available on DVD and digital on 1 July courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films and makes for perfect viewing before Twisters – the highly anticipated follow-up to the 90s hit film – storms into cinemas.

This gripping documentary takes viewers into the heart of the storm, spotlighting the courageous tornado chasers who risk it all to study these deadly weather marvels. Featuring never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews, Bextor unveils the motivations and bravery behind their perilous pursuits.

Come face to face with nature’s fury in Twisters: The Real Story.

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Uncover the bloody and beating heart of film history with The Exorcist Untold – an electrifying new documentary that delves into the legacy and influence of this groundbreaking, revolutionary and revered masterpiece.

On the 50th anniversary of one of the most legendary and influential horrors of all time, Robin Bextor (Oppenheimer: The Real Story) sheds fascinating new light in The Exorcist Untold. The documentary is set for its home entertainment bow this December, arriving on DVD and digital on 11th December 2023, courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films.

The Exorcist is a cultural phenomenon that changed the face of cinema, paving the way for numerous films that followed in its terrifying footsteps. It continues to haunt and captivate audiences and its legacy can still be seen across the cinematic sphere today, 50 years on.

By exploring the motivations of the creators, the genesis of this pivotal film and the historical and cultural contexts...

To celebrate the release of King Charles III – available on DVD and digital from 24 July 2023 courtesy of Reel 2 Reel Films, – we have a DVD to give away!

this definitive documentary of Charles’ life from prince to king, directed and written by Robin Bextor features brand-new interviews from esteemed experts and chronicles his remarkable ascent, culminating in the historic coronation in May 2023.

This compelling documentary takes a retrospective look at the life of Charles Philip Arthur George, who, at 74 years old, was the longest-serving heir apparent to accede to the throne after the passing of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.

A thought-provoking exploration of a modern-day monarch, Bextor’s documentary takes audiences on a majestic journey through the tumultuous trials and triumphs shaping King Charles III’s path to the throne, delving into the personal and historical events and experiences that have shaped him into the person he is today,...

Remember when Sophie Ellis-Bextor first promised us her fourth solo album was just around the corner? Yep, that was an awful long time ago! Well, at last there are some signs that she's finally getting it all together. So, as we shimmy along to latest trailer 'Not Giving Up On Love' and gee ourselves up for her tour of England's forests, we thought there was no better time to serve up ten triviatastic facts about one of the most effortlessly stylish women in music. 1. Sophie Michelle Ellis-Bextor was born on April 10, 1979 to tv/film director dad Robin Bextor and former Blue Peter presenter mum Janet. 2. Soph actually appeared on Blue Peter a couple of times as a child. "Once to model a snood, and another time to model a dress made out of dustbin liners, with little yellow bows on it," she revealed. Always a trendsetter! We fully expect (more...