THEATRE are an emerging Irish alternative outfit steadily carving out attention beyond their local scene. While their stylised all-caps name might raise eyebrows at first glance, their music quickly shifts the focus where it belongs — onto sharp songwriting and compelling atmosphere. Rooted in Ireland’s rich indie lineage, THEATRE lean into moody textures, emotional intensity, and a confident sense of build and release. They sit comfortably within the country’s current wave o

Oral Habit are a Brighton-based psych-punk trio known for their chaotic, fuzz-drenched sound and full-throttle live performances. What began as a home recording project for frontman Charlie Hales has evolved into a fully realised band alongside Felix Hales (drums) and Tippi Lewis (bass), pushing their sonic identity into louder, wilder territory. Blending mid-’60s freakbeat abrasion with modern acid-punk urgency, Oral Habit thrive on distortion, echo-heavy vocals and maximali

Show Me The Body (SMTB) formed in New York City in 2009 and have since become one of the most disruptive forces in modern hardcore. Blending punk aggression with experimental textures and their signature banjo-driven distortion, the band built momentum independently before releasing Body War in 2016 via Loma Vista Recordings. Beyond traditional album cycles, SMTB launched Corpus — a collaborative community platform and mixtape series spotlighting boundary-pushing artists acro

The Norwegian Intimacy Trilogy's Venice Competition Entry — A Talky, Radically Adult Drama About What Happens When a Straight Woman Learns to Love From a Gay Man Marianne is a urologist who spends her days delivering prostate cancer diagnoses to stunned men. Tor is her hospital colleague — a gay nurse, intuitive, attentive, happily single, who uses the ferry to the Oslo peninsula of Nesodden to cruise via Grindr. When they meet on that ferry by chance, Tor introduces Marianne

The German Debut Drama Where a Woman Must Testify Against Her Own Brother — and Discovers That the Closer We Are to Someone, the Harder It Is to See Them Clearly Rose has just broken up with her girlfriend and moved into her brother Sam's apartment. Their bond is unusually close — felt in every subtle gesture, every physical ease of shared space. One night Rose is woken by sounds and sees a woman leaving. Weeks later she receives a prosecutor's summons. Sam has been accused o

The Polish Domestic Violence Drama That Became the Most-Watched Polish Film of 2025 Gośka meets Grzesiek online and is convinced he is finally the right man. He showers her with flowers, takes her to Spain, proposes in Venice. The idyll cracks slowly — quietly at first, then catastrophically. Their shared home becomes the most dangerous place in her life. Smarzowski documents the full anatomy of abuse: physical, psychological, economic, sexual — tracking the gradual condition

The California Road Trip Romantic Dramedy Where Two Strangers With Hidden Agendas Drive Toward San Francisco and Into Each Other Paul is a washed-up, manic-depressive photographer who crosses paths with Madeline, a vivacious Parisian free spirit, in Los Angeles. What begins as a one-night stand becomes an impulsive road trip up the California coast to San Francisco — each mile deepening a connection neither anticipated. Paul is hiding the true reason for their journey. Madeli

A delicate indie coming-of-age story exploring loneliness, imagination, and fragile identity formation A quirky, introspective tale of isolation and imagined connectionA lonely girl, a plant, and the search for belonging Mabel follows Callie, an awkward pre-teen who struggles to connect with others and instead forms a deep emotional bond with her only “friend”—a plant named Mabel. As her attachment intensifies, her behavior begins to create tension with her mother and disrupt

A tense, real-time healthcare drama exposing systemic pressure through a single relentless shift A race against time inside a collapsing system Late Shift follows Floria, a dedicated nurse working in an understaffed hospital, as she navigates an increasingly overwhelming shift. What begins as a routine workday quickly escalates into a high-pressure race against time, where every decision carries emotional and physical consequences. As patient demands grow and resources shrink

A grounded, socially conscious drama exposing systemic injustice through a deeply personal survival story A fight against the system for dignity and survival Tow follows Amanda, a homeless woman navigating life on the margins, whose situation spirals when her car is towed and she is hit with an impossible $21,634 fee. What begins as a bureaucratic setback becomes a life-altering battle against institutional barriers, blending frustration, resilience, and emotional urgency. As

A nostalgic coming-of-age mystery exploring memory, loss, and the illusion of youth A melancholic suburban mystery shaped by memory and first loveA missing girl leaves behind a story that never truly ends Last Days of Summer follows Ricky, a teenage boy reflecting years later on the events leading up to the disappearance of the girl next door, Summer. Set in a quiet neighborhood where nothing seems to happen, the film gradually reveals the emotional undercurrents beneath ever

Legacy horror revival blending nostalgia with generational stakes and franchise reinvention A legacy slasher reboot exploring fear, family, and inherited traumaGhostface returns to haunt a new generation through bloodline and memory Scream 7  follows Sidney Prescott as she attempts to live a quiet life, only to be pulled back into violence when a new Ghostface killer targets her daughter. The film raises the stakes by shifting the horror from personal survival to generational

Hana Lili is a Welsh rock-pop artist , songwriter, and producer carving out a sharper, heavier lane in the UK alternative scene. After a landmark year supporting Coldplay and Circa Waves — alongside her own headline tour — Hana has entered a new creative chapter marked by bolder sonics and more confrontational songwriting. Influenced by Deftones, Nirvana, Pixies, and No Doubt, her sound leans into grunge textures, alt-rock grit, and hook-heavy dynamics. Her lyrics feel diaris

Honey Dijon is a Chicago-raised , New York-forged icon of contemporary house music whose influence stretches far beyond the dancefloor. Rooted in Chicago’s foundational house culture and shaped by global club circuits, Honey Dijon operates at the intersection of music, fashion, activism, and identity politics. Fiercely queer and unapologetically outspoken, she has positioned herself as both cultural force and sonic architect. Her 2017 debut album The Best of Both Worlds  mark

Ownlife is a 22-year-old, Perth-based self-produced electronic artist blending dance and pop into emotionally charged, club-adjacent soundscapes. Winner of the 2025 WAM Electronic Song of the Year, Ownlife is carving out a distinct space in Australia’s scene — weaving infectious pop hooks into productions that shift between sonic maximalism and intimate vulnerability. Writing, producing, and performing everything himself, he merges producer precision with songwriter instinct

A high-fashion psychological drama exploring identity, mortality, and emotional unraveling A filmmaker confronting illness, identity, and reinvention Couture  follows Maxine, an American filmmaker who arrives in Paris during Fashion Week while grappling with a life-threatening diagnosis. Immersed in the intensity and spectacle of the fashion world, she navigates both external expectations and an internal crisis that begins to reshape her sense of self. As her condition forces

A raw coming-of-age drama exploring sisterhood, survival, and emotional abandonment Three sisters navigating freedom, chaos, and fragile belonging Paradise Is Burning  follows three sisters—Laura, Mira, and Steffi—who live alone in Sweden as their mother disappears for extended periods. Forced to survive without adult supervision, they create their own world of freedom, rituals, and emotional bonds. When social services intervene and demand a family meeting, the fragile balan

A coming-of-age drama blending personal search with identity and ambition A young girl’s journey between loss, love, and self-discovery Rivière  follows Manon, a 17-year-old girl who leaves the Swiss Alps to search for her missing father. Along the way, she navigates new friendships, first love, and the challenges of pursuing her dream of becoming a professional hockey player. As her journey unfolds, the narrative shifts between external search and internal transformation , e

A gritty action-thriller blending maternal instinct with survival-driven vengeance A mother’s fight through crime, chaos, and survival Protector  follows Nikki, a former war hero whose quiet life is shattered when her daughter is kidnapped. Forced back into a violent world she once escaped, she navigates a dangerous criminal underworld while being pursued by both law enforcement and military forces. As Nikki descends deeper into this hostile environment, the story becomes les

A stylized horror-comedy exploring toxic sisterhood, power, and feminine identity Mall witches hide power, secrets, and danger Set within the glossy yet artificial world of a shopping mall boutique, Forbidden Fruits  follows Apple, the charismatic leader of a secret witch coven formed by her coworkers Cherry and Fig. Beneath their polished exterior lies a dangerous sisterhood built on control, manipulation, and hidden rituals. When a new employee, Pumpkin, enters their orbit,

A mystery-horror phenomenon deepening its mythology and psychological terror Trapped town hides secrets that never end Season 4 of From  continues the unsettling journey of a group of people trapped in a mysterious town where escape is impossible and survival is never guaranteed. Led by Sheriff Boyd Stevens, played by Harold Perrineau, the residents struggle to maintain order while facing increasingly dangerous and unexplained forces that emerge after dark. As the mystery dee

Tommy Farrow  has steadily become one of the UK’s most exciting names in melodic house and techno since his breakout 2020 debut single “Let’s Just.” Known for crafting emotionally charged, cinematic electronic tracks, Farrow has carved out a distinct space within the modern club landscape. Over the past four years, he’s earned major industry recognition — including being named Hottest Record in the World  on BBC Radio 1 — while gaining support from tastemakers like Pete Tong.

Westislonely  is an emerging alt-pop voice from Manchester, steadily gaining recognition for her bold, forward-thinking sound. Since her debut single Toothache , she has carved out a distinct identity within the UK pop underground — blending dark, emotional themes with expansive, high-impact production. Her music often explores extremes of feeling, pairing vulnerability with intensity, and positioning her as part of a new wave of artists redefining alternative pop. “Show Me A

Treeboy & Arc  are a Leeds-based post-punk/indie/alternative outfit known for their sharp-edged songwriting and rhythmic urgency. After releasing their debut, the band became wary of creative stagnation — consciously avoiding the trap of repeating themselves. Instead of simply delivering “more of the same,” they stepped back to reassess their approach, effectively relearning how to write together. That reinvention fuels their sophomore album Goose , released via Clue Records.