Filmmaker Tony Hickson Wins Best Film Award at Dead All Day Horror Film Festival for “Gentlemen of the Club”

UK 2024 Tony Hickson, an up-and-coming filmmaker, has clinched the prestigious Best Film award at the Dead All Day Horror Film Festival for the captivating documentary, “Gentlemen of the Club.” The festival, renowned for showcasing the best in horror cinema, recognized Tony’s exceptional talent and dedication to storytelling in the horror genre.

“Gentlemen of the Club” delves into the shadowy world of graverobbers  and witchcraft in the UK, offering a chilling and immersive glimpse into a subculture rarely explored on screen. Through meticulous research and compelling storytelling, the real events from Newcastle Upon Tyne in the 1980s , sheds light on the clandestine activities of these individuals, blending elements of horror and documentary filmmaking to create a truly unforgettable cinematic experience.

“We are thrilled to present Tony  with the Best Film award for ‘Gentlemen of the Club’ at this year’s Dead All Day Horror Film Festival,” said Kirsty Walker from The Dead Reckoning podcast  . “The film stood out among a strong field of entries, showcasing a unique vision and a mastery of the horror genre.”

With its atmospheric cinematography, haunting soundtrack, and thought-provoking narrative, “Gentlemen of the Club” captivated audiences and judges alike, earning praise for its originality and storytelling prowess. Tony’s ability to blend real-life horror with cinematic artistry demonstrates a rare talent that is sure to leave a lasting impression on audiences worldwide.

“I am deeply honored to receive the Best Film award for ‘Gentlemen of the Club’ at the Dead All Day Horror Film Festival,” said Tony”This film has been a labour of love, and I am grateful to the festival organizers, the cast and crew, and everyone who supported this project. It is my hope that this film will continue to resonate with audiences and spark important conversations about the darker aspects of human nature.”

As the recipient of the Best Film award, Tony  joins the ranks of esteemed filmmakers who have been recognized for their contributions to the horror genre. With “Gentlemen of the Club,”  he has proven himself as a rising talent in the world of cinema, poised to make a significant impact on the industry in the years to come.

For more information about “Gentlemen of the Club” and  Tonys future projects, please e mail tonyhickson1@tiscali.co.uk

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She He It Documentary film

I wrote a while ago that I had finished my film She He It , things got off to a good start when I started the Film festival run, currently it has been in about 20 film festivals with 9 awards, 6 honourable mentions and 5 semi finalist positions. I have just finished the website for the film and bought the domain name Documentaryfilm.co.uk

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Whatever happened to Andrew Tait short documentary finished

We are the flowers in your dustbin

My latest short film Whatever happened to Andrew Tait, a documentary about outsider musician and poet from Newcastle Upon Tyne is finished and being entered into festivals. It was part of the London lift off festival in December 2018.

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Whatever happened to Andrew Tait short documentary finished

My latest short film Whatever happened to Andrew Tait, a documentary about outsider musician and poet from Newcastle Upon Tyne is finished and being entered into festivals. It was part of the London lift off festival in December 2018.

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Eye of the Devil

I recently watched the 1966 film, Eye of the Devil, after running across a couple newspaper clippings mentioning Alex and Maxine Sander’s involvement. [1] I must point out this section…

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Dogboy documentary finished

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