Horror enthusiasts, mark your calendars! Beyond Fest is back with a devilishly thrilling lineup of films, rare screenings, and unforgettable events. Boasting a staggering 55 features, including 5 world premieres, 3 North American premieres, 7 US premieres, and 18 West Coast premieres, Beyond Fest promises to be an unmissable cinematic extravaganza. From September 26th to October 10th, you’ll have the chance to immerse yourself in the spine-tingling world of horror and suspense.
This year, Beyond Fest is partnering with the American Cinematheque and presenting exclusively by NEON, promising horror aficionados an electrifying experience. The festival will be hosted at venues including the Aero Theatre, Los Feliz 3, and Regency Village Theatre, with all ticket sales contributing to the 501c3 non-profit film institution.
The excitement begins at the Aero Theatre, presented by NEON, where Beyond Fest opens with Gareth Edwards’ sci-fi epic, “THE CREATOR,” from 20th Century. The festival’s closing night promises a memorable treat with Kristoffer Borgli’s comedy-satire sensation, “DREAM SCENARIO,” an A24 release featuring Nicolas Cage in a career-defining performance.
Genre fans will be delighted to see Paul Mescal starring in two breathtaking stunners: “ALL OF US STRANGERS,” an acclaimed metaphysical romantic drama directed by Andrew Haigh, and “FOE,” a psychological drama helmed by Garth Davis, where he shares the screen with Saoirse Ronan.
Unarians are in for a treat with the World Premiere of Jodi Wille’s wild documentary, “WELCOME SPACE BROTHERS.” Additionally, presenting sponsor NEON brings two exceptional films to the festival: Justine Triet’s Palme d’Or winner, “ANATOMY OF A FALL,” and Kitty Green’s slow-burn outback thriller, “THE ROYAL HOTEL.”
But that’s just the beginning! Beyond Fest is a celebration of the best in genre cinema from around the world. Tyler Macintyre presents the World Premiere of “IT’S A WONDERFUL KNIFE,” a bloody holiday horror from Legendary Entertainment. Macon Blair reinvents the Troma classic with “THE TOXIC AVENGER,” featuring the return of the iconic mop-wielding hero. “V/H/S/85” reunites Beyond Fest alum David Bruckner and Scott Derrickson, while Joe Lynch delivers a hometown victory lap with “SUITABLE FLESH.” Prime Video and Blumhouse Television take us on a retro-slasher journey with “TOTALLY KILLER,” and Demián Rugna brings bone-chilling shock with “WHERE EVIL LURKS.” For those craving unapologetic violence, Nikhil Nagesh Bhat’s “KILL” promises to deliver.
Beyond Fest is not just about new films; it’s a tribute to cinema legends. Box office king James Cameron will make a rare personal appearance for a screening of “THE ABYSS Special Edition,” followed by an extended conversation. Genre master Roger Corman will be celebrated with brand new 35MM prints of “ROCK’N’ROLL HIGH SCHOOL,” “PIRANHA,” “GRAND THEFT AUTO,” and “THE RAVEN,” along with a panel featuring Corman and longtime collaborators. Auteur filmmaker Michael Mann returns to discuss “MANHUNTER,” Guillermo Del Toro celebrates the 10-year-Anniversary of “PACIFIC RIM,” and director Brad Bird presents his beloved animation classic, “THE IRON GIANT.”
The festival also showcases iconic features through restorations, extended cuts, and special screenings. Highlights include 4K World Premieres of Michele Soavi’s “CEMETERY MAN” and “THE CHURCH,” the North American premiere of a 4K restoration of “THE RAID,” the NC-17 cut of David Cronenberg’s “CRASH,” and the 50th-anniversary screening of “THE WICKER MAN: THE FINAL CUT” with Britt Ekland in attendance. Additionally, the extended cut of Italian madness, “ADAM CHAPLIN,” receives its theatrical World Premiere, and FINAL DESTINATION creator Jeffrey Reddick joins for a special screening. Rucking Fotten hosts a 30th-anniversary screening of “TRUE ROMANCE” with an exclusive, commemorative shirt included with every ticket.
Don’t miss this unforgettable cinematic experience! Tickets for Beyond Fest 2023 will be on sale via americancinematheque.com on Friday, September 15th, at 10 AM PST. Visit beyondfest.com and americancinematheque.com for details and get ready to dive into the thrilling world of horror at Beyond Fest 2023.
Tickets for Beyond Fest 2023 go on sale Friday, September 15th, at 10 AM PST via americancinematheque.com. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this thrilling cinematic event. Visit beyondfest.com and americancinematheque.com for more details.
BEYOND FEST 2023 PROGRAM
REGENCY VILLAGE THEATRE
The Abyss: Special Edition
Special Screening
Director: James Cameron
Country: United States
Runtime: 171 minutes
1989
GUESTS: With Director James Cameron In Attendance
AERO THEATRE PRESENTED BY NEON
THE CREATOR
Special Screening
Director: Gareth Edwards
Country: United States
Runtime: 133 minutes
2023
KILL
West Coast Premiere
Director: Nikhil Nagesh Bhat
Country: India
Runtime: 115 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Nikhil Nagesh Bhat in attendance
THE ROYAL HOTEL
West Coast Premiere
Director: Kitty Green
Country: United States
Runtime: 91 minutes
2023
CRASH – NC-17 Cut
Special Screening
Director: David Cronenberg
Country: United States
Runtime: 100 minutes
1996
GUESTS: With virtual intro by podcaster Karina Longworth
MANHUNTER
Special Screening
Director: Michael Mann
Country: United States
Runtime: 120 minutes
1986
GUESTS: With Director Michael Mann in attendance
CALIGULA: THE ULTIMATE CUT
Special Screening
Principal Photography: Tinto Brass
Country: United States, Italy
Runtime: 173 minutes
1979
GUESTS: With actor Malcolm McDowell and archivist/author Thomas Negovan, moderated by critic/historian Stephen Farber
ROCK’N’ROLL HIGH SCHOOL
Special Screening
Director: Allan Arkush, Joe Dante
Country: United States
Runtime: 93 minutes
1979
GUESTS: With Director Allan Arkush in attendance
GRAND THEFT AUTO
Special Screening
Director: Ron Howard
Country: United States
Runtime: 84 minutes
1977
PIRANHA
Special Screening
Director: Joe Dante
Country: United States
Runtime: 94 minutes
1978
GUESTS: With Director Joe Dante in attendance
THE RAVEN
Special Screening
Director: Roger Corman
Country: United States
Runtime: 86 minutes
1963
GUESTS: With Director Roger Corman in attendance
THE TOXIC AVENGER
West Coast Premiere
Director: Macon Blair
Country: United States
Runtime: 102 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Macon Blair in attendance
WHEN EVIL LURKS
West Coast Premiere
Director: Demián Rugna
Country: Argentina
Runtime: 99 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Demián Rugna in attendance
V/H/S 85
West Coast Premiere
Director: David Bruckner, Gigi Saul Guerrero, Natasha Kermani, Mike Nelson, & Scott Derrickson
Country: United States
Runtime: 110 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Directors Scott Derrickson, David Bruckner, Natasha Kermani, Gigi Saul Guerrero in
attendance
ADAM CHAPLIN
Extended version – Theatrical Premiere
Director(s): Emanuele De Santi, Giulio De Santi
Country: Italy
Runtime: 94 minutes
2011
ANATOMY OF A FALL
West Coast Premiere
Director: Justine Triet
Country: France
Runtime: 151 minutes
2023
FOE
West Coast Premiere
Director: Garth Davis
Country: Australia
Runtime: 110 minutes
2023
TOTALLY KILLER
West Coast Premiere
Director: Nahnatchka Khan
Country: United States
Runtime: 106 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Nahnatchka Khan in attendance
SUITABLE FLESH
West Coast Premiere
Director: Joe Lynch
Country: United States
Runtime: 100 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Joe Lynch in attendance
CEMETERY MAN
4K Restoration – World Premiere
Director: Michele Soavi
Country: Italy
Runtime: 105 minutes
1994
ALL OF US STRANGERS
West Coast Premiere
Director: Andrew Haigh
Country: United Kingdom
Runtime: 105 minutes
2023
TRUE ROMANCE
Special Screening – Hosted by Rucking Fotten
Director: Tony Scott
Country: United States
Runtime: 120 minutes
1993
IRON GIANT
Special Screening
Director: Brad Bird
Country: United States
Runtime: 86 minutes
1999
GUESTS: With Director Brad Bird in attendance
PACIFIC RIM
Special Screening
Director: Guillermo Del Toro
Country: United States
Runtime: 131 minutes
2013
GUESTS: With Director Guillermo Del Toro in attendance
THE RAID: REDEMPTION
4K Restoration – North American Premiere
Director: Gareth Evans
Country: Indonesia
Runtime: 101 minutes
2011
FINAL DESTINATION
Special Screening
Director: James Wong
Country: United States
Runtime: 98 minutes
2000
GUESTS: With Jeffrey Reddick in attendance
WELCOME SPACE BROTHERS
World Premiere
Director: Jodi Wille
Country: United States
Runtime: 101
2023
GUESTS: Director Jodi Wille with moderator Daniel Noah and special Unarian guests in attendance
IT’S A WONDERFUL KNIFE
World Premiere
Director: Tyler MacIntyre
Country: United States
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Tyle MacIntyre in attendance
THE WICKER MAN
Special Screening
Director: Robin Hardy
Country: United Kingdom
Runtime: 96 minutes
1973
GUESTS: With Actor Britt Ekland in attendance
THE CHURCH
4K Restoration – World Premiere
Director: Michele Soavi
Country: Italy
Runtime: 110 minutes
1989
DREAM SCENARIO
West Coast Premiere
Director: Kristoffer Borgli
Country: United States
Runtime: 100 minutes
2023
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NEON THEATRE at LOS FELIZ 3
SPOOKTACULAR!
West Coast Premiere
Director: Quinn Monahan
Country: United States
Runtime: 105 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With director Quinn Monahan, Linda Blair and Kane Hodder, Spencer Charnas and Spooky World founder David Bertolino in attendance.
MANCUNIAN MAN: THE LEGENDARY LIFE OF CLIFF TWEMLOW
West Coast Premiere
Director: Jake West
Country: United States
Runtime: 124 minutes
2023
GUESTS: With Director Jake West and actor John Saint Ryan in attendance
ENTER THE CLONES OF BRUCE
West Coast Premiere
Director: David Gregory
Country: United States
Runtime: 100 minutes
2023
GUESTS: Director David Gregory and producer/expert Michael Worth in attendance
HISTORY OF EVIL
World Premiere
Director: Bo Mirosseni
Country: United States
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
TO FIRE YOU COME AT LAST
North American Premiere
Director: Sean Hogan
Country: United Kingdom
Runtime: 46 minutes
2023
GUESTS: Director Sean Hogan in Attendance
RAGING GRACE
Special Screening
Director: Paris Zarcilla
Country: United Kingdom
Runtime: 99 minutes
2023
SO UNREAL
West Coast Premiere
Director: Amanda Kramer
Country: United States
Runtime: 95 minutes
2023
GUESTS: Director Amanda Kramer in attendance
OMEN
U.S. Premiere
Director: BALOJI
Country: Belgium, Netherlands, The Democratic Republic Of The Congo, France, South Africa
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
THE FUNERAL
U.S. Premiere
Director: Orcun Behram
Country: Turkey
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
FEMME
U.S. Premiere
Director: Sam H. Freeman, Ng Choon Ping
Country: United Kingdom
Runtime: 99 minutes
2023
HOSTILE DIMENSIONS
North American Premiere
Director: Graham Hughes
Country: United Kingdom
Runtime: 80 minutes
2023
GUESTS: Director Graham Hughes in attendance
NOWHERE
Special Screening
Director: Gregg Araki
Country: United States, France
Runtime: 78 minutes
1997
GUESTS: Director Gregg Araki in attendance
ALL YOU NEED IS DEATH
World Premiere
Director: Paul Duane
Country: Ireland
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
SLASHERS
New Restoration – World Premiere
Director: Maurice Deveraux
Country: United States
Runtime: 99 minutes
THE CASSANDRA CAT
4K Restoration – US Premiere
Director: Vojtěch Jasný
Country: Poland
Runtime: 101 minutes
1963
MAYHEM!
U.S. Premiere
Director: Xavier Gens
Country: France
Runtime: 96 minutes
2023
NIGHT OF THE HUNTED
World Premiere
Director: Franck Khalfoun
Country: United States
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
Guests: Director Franck Khalfoun in attendance
VINCENT MUST DIE
US Premiere
Director: Stéphan Castang
Country: France
Runtime: 108 minutes
2023
LAST STRAW
North American Premiere
Director: Alan Scott Neal
Country: United States
Runtime: 90 minutes
2023
THE BECOMERS
U.S. Premiere
Director: Zach Clark
Country: United States
Runtime: 86 minutes
2023
