As autumn approaches, Europe's cultural calendar is heating up with a mix of horror, art, and music. Whether you're after cinematic scares, intimate exhibitions, or dance-floor catharsis, this week has plenty to offer.
Cinema: A fresh take on Raccoon City
Zach Cregger, the director behind Barbarian and Weapons, brings his signature tension to the big screen with a new adaptation of Resident Evil. The film, released in cinemas on 18 September, promises a claustrophobic journey through the infamous Raccoon City, focusing on a young medical courier trapped in a nightmare of bioweapons and pharmaceutical corruption. Cregger is known for subverting horror tropes, and early trailers suggest a return to the eerie atmosphere of the original 1990s games, which have long been a touchstone for survival horror fans.
For those who prefer their scares with a lighter touch, Aardman Animations—the studio behind Wallace and Gromit—offers Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom. It's a family-friendly alternative that still delivers plenty of charm and wit.
Exhibitions: Warhol's intimate side and London's design festival
In Paris, the Musée du Luxembourg is hosting Andy Warhol: Line and Image, a rare focus on the artist's drawings. From 16 September to 10 January 2027, visitors can see around 150 works that trace Warhol's early sketches of movie stars and butterflies to his later self-promotional portfolios. The exhibition offers a more personal view of an artist often defined by his bold, pop-art persona.
Meanwhile, London's Design Festival continues until 18 October, with the V&A presenting Awakenings, a series of installations exploring the intersection of design, craft, and technology. Highlights include Eunjo Lee's 3D-printed clay sculptures and Andre Williams' analogue-inspired works, both challenging perceptions of time and consciousness.
TV: Netflix's Monster turns to Lizzie Borden
Netflix's true-crime anthology Monster returns on 17 September with a new season focused on the 1892 Lizzie Borden case. The series, created by Ryan Murphy and Ian Brennan, stars Ella Beatty as Lizzie, Rebecca Hall as her stepmother, and Vicky Krieps as the family maid. The case, which ended in acquittal despite the brutal hatchet murders, remains one of America's most sensational mysteries. The show's top-tier cast and Murphy's signature style are likely to keep viewers hooked.
Music: Tove Lo's primal new album
Swedish singer-songwriter Tove Lo releases her sixth album, Estrus, on 18 September. The record is a pulsating exploration of female desire, blending electro beats with raw, confessional lyrics. Tracks like "DNH" set a feverish tone, as Lo sings about drunken nights and emotional release. It's an album that doesn't offer easy answers but invites listeners to lose themselves on the dance floor—a fitting antidote to the darker evenings ahead.
For more cultural highlights across Europe, check out our coverage of Kati Marton's Budapest stage adaptation and the latest on Netflix's Matthew Perry documentary.
