Pickleball Comedy 'The Dink' Trailer with Johnson, Steenburgen, Stiller

"Oh I get it now, it's like tennis... but easy." Apple TV has revealed their official trailer for a fun new sports comedy movie called The Dink, one of the first ever major productions about the now super popular sport known as pickleball. The Dink is the latest from comedy director Josh Greenbaum (Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, Strays, Will & Harper) though it will be skipping theaters and heading directly to Apple TV in July soon this summer. A washed-up tennis pro must learn to accept and appreciate and even play some pickleball in this new comedy movie. The cast includes Jake Johnson, Ben Stiller, Chloe Fineman, Christine Taylor, Patton Oswalt, Martin Kove, Mary Steenburgen, Chris Parnell, Aaron Chen, with Ed Harris as well as former tennis players Andy Roddick and John McEnroe. The Dink is a laugh-out-loud underdog story from producer Ben Stiller, directed by Josh Greenbaum from a script written by Sean Clements. This looks amusing with a few laughs but nothing special. Anyone enjoy playing pickleball? // Continue Reading ›

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Paul Giamatti & Julianne Moore in Eisenberg's Film 'The Debut' Trailer

"When I saw you up there, I just thought... 'I wish that was me.'" A24 has revealed the first official trailer for The Debut, a brand new musical comedy riff on the community theater scene. This is the next film both written & directed by maestro Jesse Eisenberg, who earned Oscar nominations for his last feature film A Real Pain. A24 is releasing this later in 2026 but we're not sure if it'll premiere at any festivals before it opens. A shy housewife is unexpectedly cast in a local production of an original musical. Under the spell of the strong-willed and enigmatic director, she loses herself in the role and also in the high-stakes world of this community theater production, transforming into a method actor. The film stars Julianne Moore as the star, Paul Giamatti as the director, Halle Bailey, Havana Rose Liu, Colton Ryan, Lilli Cooper, Maulik Pancholy, and Bernadette Peters. This reminds me of the other film about how local theater changes people called Ghostlight. Looks terrific! Eisenberg's distinct filmmaking is always worth watching. // Continue Reading ›

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Quick Teaser for 'Ken Russell's The Devils' 4K Definitive Restoration

"I know I want to serve... I want to serve you." Warner Bros Clockwork – the new specialty label known as WB Clockwork – has unveiled a quick teaser trailer for Ken Russell's The Devils. It is Clockwork's first official release, a restoration of a controversial, one-of-a-kind, 1970s masterpiece that has been hidden from view for decades. Ken Russell's The Devils is the definitive vision based on the edit he privately constructed in 2004. In the film set in 17th-century France, Father Grandier's protection of the city of Loudun from the corrupt Cardinal Richelieu is undermined by a sexually repressed nun's accusation of witchcraft. Vanessa Redgrave stars as Sister Jeanne, with Oliver Reed as Father Grandier and Gemma Jones as Madeleine. The Picture & Sound restoration was performed by Warner Bros. Post Production Creative Services, Water Tower Color, and Warner Bros. Sound based on the original negatives. This special 4K restoration recently premiered at the 2026 Cannes Film Festival, celebrating 55 years since its original debut in theaters (where it received an X rating in the US & UK). This is a major, monumental re-release that any & every cinephile should be interested in when it hits theaters later this year. The Devils returns to tantalize audiences again. // Continue Reading ›

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First Trailer for Taika Waititi's 'Klara and the Sun' Robot Girl Sci-Fi Film

"Humans, they ask so much of you. It's all perfect... until it's not." 🤖 Sony Pictures has revealed an official trailer for the sci-fi movie titled Klara and the Sun, a robot girl story from director Taika Waititi (who last made Next Goal Wins). It's set for release in theaters nationwide starting in October this fall. Based on the 2021 bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazuo Ishiguro and co-written and directed by Academy Award winner Taika Waititi, Klara and the Sun introduces audiences to Klara, an Artificial Friend (aka AF) who wants nothing more than to find the perfect home. Yet another new AI movie about robots helping comfort humans. "I know the answers are out there. Please show me the way to heal this family." A robo girl designed to prevent loneliness tries to save a heartbroken family of humans. Klara and the Sun stars Amy Adams, Mia Tharia, Simon Baker, Natasha Lyonne, Steve Buscemi, Aran Murphy, plus ​Jenna Ortega as the primary robot Klara. This looks like an amusing and clever new sci-fi tale from Taika, playful yet emotionally resonant. Reminds me of Her at first glance more than other robot humanoid films recently. // Continue Reading ›

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The Legend of 'Croatoan' Horror Thriller 'The Town That Takes' Trailer

"That man... that man is dangerous." Bankhead Productions has revealed the official trailer for the indie horror thriller film titled The Town That Takes, which is the first film directed by actor Britt Bankhead. This chilling mystery film is set for a limited theatrical release starting in July this summer. Blending edge-of-your-seat suspense, supernatural terror, and emotional family drama, the film follows Dean Richardson, a troubled Army veteran attempting to rebuild a relationship with his estranged twelve-year-old son, Wyatt, following the sudden death of his ex-wife. The film is inspired by and perhaps even connected to the mystery of the Roanoke Colony in the 1500s – 115 English settlers disappeared without a trace from an island, only leaving the word "Croatoan" carved into a wooden post. This modern times film is about a mystery in a small backwoods town related to the murder of a motel clerk and a fresh disappearance. Starring Britt Bankhead, Miles Mussenden, Grace Patterson, Mike Markoff, and Nico Tirozzi. Inspired by one of America’s oldest unsolved mysteries, the film has suspense, folklore, and supernatural horror in a chilling tale of family, sacrifice, and survival. Not the best trailer – but this does look like a solid small town thriller. // Continue Reading ›

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Funny Trailer for Ricky Gervais' 'Alley Cats' Animated Comedy Series

"I'm a cat! That's what cats do..." Netflix has revealed the first official trailer for the animated series titled Alley Cats, a funny comedy series created and written and directed by comedian Ricky Gervais. Entirely his invention! This looks like good fun. "I don't think I’ve ever been so excited about a trailer. I can't wait for everyone to get to know these cats," Gervais states. The brand new original adult animated comedy series is out for streaming this August. The series follows the trials and tribulations of a group of feral British cats who seek companionship while ruminating about the struggles of everyday life, and it features a bold 2D animation style produced at the UK-based award-winning Blink Industries. The series is lead by a voice cast including Ricky Gervais, Tom Basden, Andrew Brooke, David Earl, Kerry Godliman, Jo Hartley, Diane Morgan, and also featuring Natalie Cassidy and Tony Way. This looks a bit like the cat version of the animated naughty dog movie Fixed that Netflix released last year, with similar extra crass comedy. Lots of foul humor and adorable street cats getting into all kinds of trouble in this Alley Cats trailer - enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Irish Mafia Series 'The Westies' with J.K. Simmons

"These guys – they kill people who asks too many questions." MGM+ has revealed the full official trailer for a series called The Westies, a new mobster series set in New York City. Set in the 1980s telling the story of the Irish mafia, known as "The Westies" who run the west side of the city, feuding with Italian mafia with many more men. The series features Oscar-winning actor J.K. Simmons in the lead role as mafioso Eamon Sweeney. In 1980s Hell's Kitchen, the Westies crime gang eyes profits from the Javitz Center construction. Though vastly outnumbered by Italian mafia, their brutality earns them a share. Internal conflict between the brash younger generation & old-school leadership threatens to set a match to this powder keg, which will sweep the Westies into the FBI's investigation into the Italian mafia. The main cast includes Simmons, Titus Welliver, Jessica Frances Dukes, Tom Brittney, Stanley Morgan, Sarah Bolger, Allen Leech, Hamish Allan-Headly, Vincent Walsh, Hilary McCormack. The third collaboration between screenwriter Chris Brancato and MGM+ after making "Hotel Cocaine" and "The Godfather of Harlem". Yet another crime series set in NYC to watch following all the various characters caught up in NYC mobster life. // Continue Reading ›

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