Watch: A British Pub Goes Mad in Horror Short Film 'Cursed Words'

"For the protection of the audience." Don't speak the cursed words, and you may live through the night. Or just grab a pint, and enjoy as everyone else goes mad. Cursed Words is the latest horror short film made by the Staszkiewicz Bros, British filmmakers named Joe & Lloyd Stas. These are the same guys who made the fantastic Spooky Club horror short a few years ago. Set in a small British pub, all hell breaks loose when a man reads three words from a mysterious, bloodstained letter. This stars Ryan Lane, Olivia Newton, Michael Muyunda, Martin Valentine, Ben Galler, Helen Booden, Tom Stas, and Lilou Stas, with Chewie the dog. As violent & bloody as it is, this falls into the category of "fun" horror more than anything. ›››

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Justin Long in Official Trailer for Indie 'After Class' AKA 'Safe Spaces'

"You got an army of people who love you at your back." Gravitas has debuted an official trailer for an indie film titled After Class, which initially premiered under the title Safe Spaces at the Tribeca Film Festival earlier this year. It's getting the usual VOD release in December, if anyone is curious anyway. Justin Long plays an NYU professor who gets in trouble after trying to create "safe spaces" for his students. So he skips town and spends a week re-connecting with his family and an ill grandmother while attempting to defend his reputation. The cast includes Fran Drescher, Richard Schiff, Camrus Johnson, Kate Berlant, Becky Ann Baker, Tyler Wladis, Lynn Cohen, Samrat Chakrabarti, Dana Eskelson, and Michael Godere. Well this seems rather charming and uplifting in a warm way, it might actually be worth a watch. ›››

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More Wacky Humor in Full Trailer for 'Jumanji: The Next Level' Sequel

"This next adventure is even more challenging!" Sony Pictures has debuted the second & final trailer for the sequel Jumanji: The Next Level, the follow-up to the new Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle movie that was a sort-of sequel to the original Jumanji movie from 1995. This time, they get sent back into the game but the characters are switched - different people end up with the same four avatars. But where is everyone else? Nothing is as they expect inside. The players must brave parts unknown, from arid deserts to snowy mountains, in order to escape the world's most dangerous game. The full cast this time includes Dwayne Johnson, Jack Black, Kevin Hart, Karen Gillan as avatars; Danny DeVito, Ser'Darius Blain, Danny Glover, Morgan Turner as players; along with Alex Wolff, Nick Jonas, Colin Hanks, Rhys Darby, Awkwafina, and Dania Ramirez. This looks like it might be just as wildly entertaining as the first movie. ›››

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Watch: Horror Short 'Wandering Soul' Set in the Tunnels of Vietnam

"Lay down your weapons. It is futile." Another creepy new horror short to feature this week just in time for Halloween. Wandering Soul is the latest short film made by filmmaker Josh Tanner, based in Australia, along with writer/producer Jade van der Lei. The same team that made the other very successful short films The Landing and The Rizzle and Reverse (from last year). Their new one is a Vietnam War set supernatural horror that is inspired by creepy, true events. Starring Lap Phan, Henry Vo, and Cuong Nguyen. This short relies heavily on intricate sound design and intensely creepy atmospherics to unsettle you. Tanner's shorts are always on a whole other level when it comes to quality and execution, and this one is just as good. ›››

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Full Trailer for Robot Cops & Special Powers Indie Sci-Fi Film 'Code 8'

"What's the plan if the kid misses?" "I won't." Vertical Entertainment has followed-up the teaser trailer last week with the launch of the full trailer for this indie sci-fi feature titled Code 8, an intriguing mix of genre ideas involving futuristic robot cops and people with special powers. Code 8 is a feature adaptation of Jeff Chan's own short film also titled Code 8 (watch here). The film is about a desperate young man possessing special powers who clashes with a militarized police force after committing a petty crime. Starring Robbie Amell, along with Stephen Amell, Greg Bryk, Kari Matchett, Sung Kang, Alex Mallari Jr., Peter Outerbridge, and Shaun Benson. This is a solid feature debut from an up-and-coming filmmaker with some cool ideas, and if any of this intrigues you, you definitely need to give it a look when it arrives this fall. ›››

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Full US Trailer for Ken Loach's Work-Life Drama 'Sorry We Missed You'

"I never thought it would be this difficult." Zeitgeist Films has revealed another new official US trailer for Ken Loach's latest film Sorry We Missed You, which will be in US theaters starting in March of next year. This initially premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in competition earlier this summer, and it played at the Toronto, Zurich, Hamburg, and Busan Film Festivals. The indie drama is a follow-up to Loach's acclaimed Palme d'Or winning film I, Daniel Blake, with the same screenwriter. This time they tell a story of a British family struggling to get by - the father takes a job as a "zero-hour", "self-employed" delivery driver and feels the stress increase as he tries to make ends meet. The film stars Kris Hitchen, Debbie Honeywood, Rhys Stone, Katie Proctor, and Ross Brewster. This is a solid new trailer, capturing the essence of the film and how hard it is to keep things afloat these days in an ever-more-capitalistic society. I am amused by the fact that this has subtitles because Americans can't always understand the way British people talk. Aha. ›››

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Watch: 4-Minute Horror Short 'You'll Live' from Director Brian Lipko

"Roll or face the consequences. Last one to die, wins." Holy crap YES! I love it when a filmmaker can put together an incredible idea in just a few minutes and scare the crap out of you in the process. You'll Live is the latest horror short made by Brian Lipko, who also made the two-minute horror short Drip previously. This time he introduces us to a mysterious Jumanji-esque (the old movie not the new ones) board game that is much more evil than playful. Starring Carolina Kenney, Michael Southworth, Josh Pertler, Rosie Koocher, and Sam Han. This is a perfect proof-of-concept, because DAMN I want to see more right now. ›››

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The First Word Podcast - James Gray's 'Ad Astra', feat. John Bleasdale

"I'm steady, calm. I slept well, no bad dreams. I am active and engaged…" On this episode of The First Word podcast we sit down for a full-on discussion about the meditative sci-fi thriller Ad Astra, directed by James Gray and starring Brad Pitt as an astronaut on a secret mission. This premiered at the Venice Film Festival (my review) and finally opened in theaters in September. Friends Alex Billington (@firstshowing) and Mike Eisenberg (@Eisentower30) team up to bring you a podcast providing in-depth discussion, analysis, and interviews about the latest movies, and some old ones too. For this episode, we're joined by film writer John Bleasdale as our guest for a discussion about Ad Astra - critiquing and examining it in an attempt to figure out what it all means. What does Brad Pitt find out there? Nothing? Something? Listen in. ›››

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First Trailer for Gibney's Doc 'Citizen K' About Mikhail Khodorkovsky

"What you don't control is a potential threat." Greenwich Entertainment has unveiled an official trailer for the new Alex Gibney documentary titled Citizen K, which first premiered at the Venice Film Festival earlier this year and it also played at TIFF. Citizen K is a reference to Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a Russian citizen who now lives in London after being put in jail as an outspoken opponent of Putin. He only got out because he's a billionaire. The film tells the complete story of the strange case of Khodorkovsky, once believed to be the wealthiest man in Russia, who rocketed to prosperity and prominence in the 1990s, served a decade in prison, and became an unlikely martyr for the anti-Putin movement. Expertly researched, Alex Gibney uses Khodorkovsky’s story as a way to explore the complex interplay between oligarchy and government and its destructive effect on democracy, in Russia and beyond. The film covers all of Russia's modern history and how it became the dangerous power it is now, and how Khodorkovsky fights back, even while living abroad. ›››

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Chadwick Boseman Takes on New York in Final '21 Bridges' Trailer

"They told me you were the guy who kills killers." STX Entertainment has debuted a third & final official trailer for the NYC action thriller 21 Bridges. We've seen two solid trailers previously, but the movie was delayed from a September release until late November. The title is a reference to the decision in the movie, during a citywide manhunt, to shut down and block off all 21 bridges that access Manhattan (and all the tunnels and trains). Chadwick Boseman stars as a disgraced detective seeking redemption who gets into the massive manhunt for a cop killer which leads him to discover a massive conspiracy that links his fellow cops to a criminal empire. The main cast includes Taylor Kitsch, Sienna Miller, J.K. Simmons, Keith David, Stephan James, Dale Pavinski, Gary Carr, Victoria Cartagena, and Toby Hemingway. So this looks it could be pretty good, or maybe not, only time will tell whether it's really worth a watch after all. ›››

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Second Trailer for 'Waves' with Kelvin Harrison Jr. & Sterling K. Brown

"I'm trying to give you the tools to succeed in this world." A24 has debuted a second official trailer for the indie drama Waves, a bit hit on the festival circuit playing at both the Telluride and Toronto Film Festivals. Set against the vibrant landscape of South Florida, Waves traces the epic emotional journey of a African-American family—led by a well-intentioned but domineering father—as they navigate love, forgiveness, and coming together in the aftermath of a loss. It's being described as "a heartrending story about the universal capacity for compassion and growth even in the darkest of times." Starring Kelvin Harrison, Jr., Lucas Hedges, Taylor Russell, Alexa Demie, along with Renée Elise Goldsberry and Sterling K. Brown. Featuring a new score from Trent Reznor & Atticus Ross. This is a short trailer, but it's incredibly powerful and the song "What a Diff'rence a Day Made" really gives it a more meaningful emotional resonance. Enjoy. ›››

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Watch: Award-Winning Dark Creatures Animated Short Film 'La Noria'

NightWheel Pictures has just debuted the award-winning animated horror short film La Noria online for everyone to watch. Written and directed by Carlos Baena (who has worked in the animation industry for years before leaving to work on his own), La Noria tells the tale of a grieving young boy who loves to build ferris wheels who one day encounters dark creatures that turn his life upside down. La Noria held its world premiere last year and has been picking up awards at numerous film festivals all over the world - including Best Animated Short at ScreamFest. The animation work in this is stunning, which is even more fascinating considering there's some seriously horrific elements to this. It's not that often we ever see animation used in the horror genre, but this is a rather exquisite work of art. I love everything about this, from the music to the atmosphere to the mesmerizing finale. A must watch short whether you enjoy horror or not. Watch it below. ›››

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A Final Trailer for Rian Johnson's Murder Whodunit Film 'Knives Out'

"When good people get desperate… the knives come out." Lionsgate has released one final, short trailer for Knives Out, the new film from Rian Johnson described as a "fun" modern murder mystery inspired by mystery mastermind Agatha Christie (and Clue), with "ingenious twists and turns." It's opening in just a few more weeks, and all the reviews have been extremely positive so far, calling this a smart and layered murder mystery that goes beyond just the "whodunit?" question. Featuring an all-star ensemble cast lead by Daniel Craig, Toni Collette, Chris Evans, Ana De Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, Christopher Plummer, Don Johnson, Noah Segan, Edi Patterson, Riki Lindhome, LaKeith Stanfield, Katherine Langford, Jaeden Martell, and Michael Shannon. This trailer doesn't reveal anything, thankfully. The best part about it is the way they work all the quotes into the footage in clever ways. I dig it. Can't wait to see this film. ›››

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Emily Beecham Grows a Strange Flower in Trailer for Sci-Fi 'Little Joe'

"What's so special about it?" "It makes you happy." Magnolia Pictures has unveiled an official US trailer for a peculiar little indie sci-fi film titled Little Joe, the latest film from Austrian filmmaker Jessica Hausner (Lourdes, Amour Fou). This first premiered at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year, where it won the Best Actress award. Emily Beecham plays Alice, a single mother, is a dedicated senior plant breeder at a corporation engaged in developing new species. Against company policy, she takes one home as a gift for her teenage son, Joe. Then things start to get really weird. Little Joe also stars Ben Whishaw, Kerry Fox, Kit Connor, Phénix Brossard, Leanne Best, Andrew Rajan, and David Wilmot. There's a good dose of cleverness worked into this film, it's a very unique creation that some viewers will connect with more than others. I do think there's some good ideas in this film that go much deeper than just growing big red flowers. ›››

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She's Back! First Trailer for 'The Grudge' Remake Produced by Raimi

"I went to the house… I think something followed me home." Sony has debuted the first official trailer for the new remake of The Grudge, the horror series based on the Ju-on movies from Japan. This new take is directed by Nicolas Pesce, of The Eyes of My Mother and Piercing, and is produced by Sam Raimi. After a young mother murders her family in her own house, a single mother and detective tries to investigate and solve the case. She discovers the house is cursed by a vengeful ghost that dooms those who enter it with a violent death. Andrea Riseborough stars as the detective, with an impressive full cast including Demián Bichir, John Cho, Betty Gilpin, Lin Shaye, Jacki Weaver, William Sadler, Frankie Faison, Tara Westwood, Nancy Sorel, and Stephanie Sy. This is one intensely creepy first trailer, with a handful of serious scares packed into two minutes - Lin Shaye looks particularly horrifying. All horror fans must watch. ›››

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Watch: Halloween Horror Short Film 'Trick' by Elwood Quincy Walker

"Before we begin, are there any more questions?" With a few days left until Halloween this year, it's time to get in the horror mood with this short film titled Trick. Not to be confused with the full-length feature film also titled Trick, this horror short is written & directed by filmmaker Elwood Quincy Walker. Trick is about a group of teenagers who decide to hold a seance to try and prove or disprove an urban legend about children that went missing on Halloween night. The short film stars Emily Joy Lemus, Jordan Valadez, Lexi Simonsen, Ryan Kearton, Sam Uehling, Chloe Glassel, AJ Danna, Liz Roman, plus Shar Mayer. This has chilling look and feel, an impressive little short to give you the creeps. Don't watch it alone. ›››

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Official Trailer for 'Midnight Family' Doc About a Family in Mexico City

"Your son is going to be OK." "And if I can't pay?" 1091 Media has debuted an official trailer for the indie documentary called Midnight Family, which first premiered in competition at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year to some rave reviews. The film has gone on to play at numerous other festivals all over the world, picking up awards including the Grand Jury Award at the Sheffield Doc Festival, and the "Bravery Award" at the Mammoth Lakes Film Festival. In Mexico City's wealthiest neighborhoods, the Ochoa family runs a private ambulance, competing with other for-profit EMTs for patients in need of urgent help. It's a remarkably thrilling, and powerfully honest look at the chllaneges of Mexico's infrastructure, following this family as they pick up the pieces (literally) trying to earn a living saving the lives of citizens. Don't skip this. ›››

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First Teaser Trailer for Indie Sci-Fi 'Code 8' Film Directed by Jeff Chan

"If you see something that you want - take it!" Vertical Entertainment has released the first teaser trailer for an indie sci-fi film titled Code 8, an intriguing mix of genre ideas involving futuristic robot cops and people with special powers. Code 8 is a feature adaptation of Jeff Chan's own short film also titled Code 8 (watch here). The film is about a desperate young man possessing special powers clashes with a militarized police force after committing a petty crime. Starring Robbie Amell, with Stephen Amell, Greg Bryk, Kari Matchett, Sung Kang, Alex Mallari Jr., Peter Outerbridge, and Shaun Benson. I just saw this film at the Sitges Film Festival a few weeks ago, and it's good but not nearly as good as it should be. Some cool ideas and strong visuals, but a lackluster story. It's still worth a look - considering it is an original sci-fi. ›››

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David Arquette & Jennifer Esposito in First Trailer for 'Mob Town' Film

"There is a network for organized crime running in & out of this area." Saban Films has debuted an official trailer for an indie drama titled Mob Town, the latest film made by actor / director Danny A. Abeckaser. It tells the story about the famed meeting of the heads of the Mafia in 1957 in upstate Apalachin, NY, during which a local cop went after 62 mobsters. "One cop faced off against the mob and changed law enforcement forever." This stars David Arquette, Jennifer Esposito, Danny A. Abeckaser, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, and PJ Byrne. This looks like a "dramatic" Asylum rip-off of The Irishman, or any other mobster movie, with some seriously bad acting and nothing of interest to offer us besides "look, the Mafia is in town!" Ugh. ›››

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Watch: 'Duérmete Niño' Another Terrifying Baby Monitor Horror Short

"Be dressed in readiness, and keep your lamps alight." We're only a few days away from Halloween now, to get you in the mood for some spooky times watch this short film. Duérmete Niño is an impressive new short film made by Mexican filmmaker Freddy Chavez Olmos, who has worked with Guillermo del Toro in the past on previous horror projects. Set in the 1940s, Duérmete Niño tells the story of Alma, played by Piercey Dalton, a religious mother of newborn twins who is constantly awakened by the disturbing sound of her crying babies. It's a bit different than other baby monitor horror shorts we've featured (like Monitor or Monitor) as it has a vintage vibe that really makes it stand out. I also dig the opening logo reveal, and the seamless VFX shots. Turn your volume up for this one - the sound is the creepiest part about it. This is a very spooky and well-made "Horror Bedtime Story" that you should catch up with before Halloween. Enjoy. ›››

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Meet the Cruise Ship Baron in First Trailer for 'King of The Cruise' Doc

"I am less invisible than most people, because I'm a baron." Dogwoof has unveiled the first official trailer for an interesting new documentary titled King of The Cruise, set to premiere at the IDFA documentary festival in Amsterdam next month with no other release yet. A peek into the decadent and bizarre world of luxurious cruise ships, starring an attention-seeking Scottish Baron on a mission to be seen. Baron Ronald Busch Reisinger of Inneryne spends his time on outrageous cruise ships amongst romantic couples, wealthy families, hardworking staff and retired elderly. But, of course, beneath his heft is a lonely man, expressing his desire for recognition and validation. This seems like a fascinating look at how much people will build themselves up and put on a performance just to connect in the simplest way with other people. Have a look. ›››

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Official Trailer for 'QT8: The First Eight' Doc About Tarantino's Films

"There will always be blood, brilliance and controversy." Wood Ent. has debuted an official trailer for the documentary QT8: The First Eight, a film about Quentin Tarantino's career and the first eight films he made - starting with Reservoir Dogs in 1992. This is made by the same filmmaker who bought us 21 Years: Richard Linklater about, obviously, Linklater's career. With Tarantino's newest film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood arriving to praise and controversy, filmmaker Tara Wood takes us on a journey through the first 8 wildly divergent films that Tarantino has helmed, narrated by the actors and collaborators who have worked with him. Featuring interviews with: Zoe Bell, Louis Black, Bruce Dern, Robert Forster, Jamie Foxx, Richard Gladstein, Samuel L. Jackson, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Diane Kruger, Lucy Liu, Michael Madsen, Eli Roth, Tim Roth, Kurt Russell, Stacey Sher, Scott Spiegel, and Christoph Waltz. Quite a line-up. Enjoy the trailer below. ›››

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Felicity Jones & Eddie Redmayne in Second Trailer for 'The Aeronauts'

"Some reach for the stars. Some push others toward them." Amazon Studios has released the second and final trailer for the historical adventure movie The Aeronauts, the latest from acclaimed British director Tom Harper of Wild Rose most recently. This premiered at the Telluride and Toronto Film Festivals to mostly positive reviews. Based on a true story about one of the first hot air balloons. Set in in 1862, pilot Amelia Wren, played by Felicity Jones, and scientist James Glaisher, played by Eddie Redmayne, find themselves in an epic fight for survival while attempting to make discoveries in a hot air balloon going around the world. The film also stars Himesh Patel, Anne Reid, Tim McInnerny, Phoebe Fox, Tom Courtenay, Rebecca Front, Vincent Perez, and Robert Glenister. This definitely looks like a high-flying, exciting adventure with gorgeous visuals. But I hope there's more to it than that? Still looks thrilling. ›››

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Second Trailer for Michôd's 'The King' Featuring Timothée Chalamet

"Are you ready for what awaits us?" Netflix has launched the full-length official trailer for The King, the latest movie from Australian director David Michod (of Animal Kingdom, The Rover), following the teaser debut a few months ago. This premiered at the Venice Film Festival this year out-of-competition, stopping by the London and Busan Film Festivals as well. Hal, wayward prince and heir to the English throne, is crowned King Henry V after his tyrannical father dies. Now the young king must navigate palace politics, the war his father left behind, and the emotional strings of his past life. The fierce Timothée Chalamet stars as King Henry V of England; this also features Robert Pattinson, Ben Mendelsohn, Joel Edgerton, Dean-Charles Chapman, Lily-Rose Depp, Sean Harris, Thomasin McKenzie, Andrew Havill, Tom Glynn-Carney, and Steven Elder. It's an entertaining, grand drama with remarkable battle scenes. ›››

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Trailer for 'When Lambs Become Lions' Doc About Kenyan Ivory Trade

"Better to kill the poacher and spare the elephant." Oscilloscope Labs has debuted an official trailer for a documentary titled When Lambs Become Lions, a film made over three years of time by filmmaker Jon Kasbe. This premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival, and also played at the Zurich, San Diego, Budapest, and Docs Against Gravity Film Festivals. Set in the Kenyan bush, a small-time ivory dealer fights to stay on top while forces mobilize to destroy his trade. When he turns to his younger cousin, a conflicted wildlife ranger who hasn't been paid in months, they both see a possible lifeline. It took Kasbe three years filming to make this doc. The result is a rare and visually arresting look at the perspectives and motives of the people at the epicenter of this conservation crisis. When Lambs Become Lions is committed to showcasing the plight of elephants however it does NOT depict animals of any kind being harmed. This looks incredible - a must see. ›››

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Trailer for Lone Scherfig's 'The Kindness of Strangers' with Zoe Kazan

"Are we homeless?" eOne Films has released the first official UK trailer for The Kindness of Strangers, the latest film by Danish filmmaker Lone Scherfig (An Education, One Day, The Riot Club, Their Finest). This first premiered at the Berlin Film Festival earlier this year as the opening night film, but unfortunately it was panned by pretty much everyone. The ensemble drama is one of those films where various characters around a city eventually all come together. The main character is a young woman named Clara, played by Zoe Kazan, who takes her kids and runs away from an abusive husband who also happens to be a cop. She finds solace in "the kindness of strangers", staying at a shelter and at a church while she tries to figure out what to do. Also stars Andrea Riseborough, Tahar Rahim, Caleb Landry Jones, Jay Baruchel, Bill Nighy, and David Dencik. This film has a good heart, and tries to be meaningful, but I wish it was better. ›››

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Official US Trailer for Ladj Ly's Award-Winning 'Les Misérables' Film

"What if voicing anger… was the only way to be heard?" Amazon Studios has released the first official US trailer for the acclaimed French drama Les Misérables, which also won the Jury Prize (third place behind Parasite and Atlantics) at the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. This film marks the feature directorial debut of very talented actor/filmmaker Ladj Ly, and it has nothing to do with the original "Les Misérables" book by Victor Hugo. It's a contemporary story set in the suburbs of Paris. Stéphane joins the Anti-Crime Brigade of Montfermeil. He meets his new teammates, Chris and Gwada, and discovers the tensions between the cops and the locals in the district. Starring Damien Bonnard, Alexis Manenti, Djibril Zonga, Issa Perica, Al-Hassan Ly, Steve Tientcheu, Almamy Kanoute, and Jeanne Balibar. This was one of my favorite films out of Cannes this year, a remarkably powerful and invigorating film about cops and citizens. ›››

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Garrett Hedlund in First Trailer for Acclaimed Sundance Film 'Burden'

"Can't get rid of hate - just replace it with something else." 101 Studios has debuted the first official trailer for Burden, a drama about the KKK and a former Klansman who gives up his ways thanks to the help of a local reverend. This premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, and has been awaiting release - with plans to hit theaters this year until it was pulled from the schedule. It's now set to open in late February of next year, for those still curious. Garrett Hedlund stars as Mike Burden, a Klansman whose relationships with both a single mother and a high school friend force him to re-examine his long-held beliefs. Also stars Forest Whitaker, Andrea Riseborough, Tom Wilkinson, Usher Raymond, and Tess Harper. The film received great reviews and won the Audience Award at Sundance 2018, which is a big one. Take a look. ›››

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Second Trailer for Freaky Oregon Horror 'Antlers' from Scott Cooper

Nothing like the sound of silence. Fox Searchlight has debuted a full-length official trailer for the horror film Antlers, the latest from director Scott Cooper (Crazy Heart, Out of the Furnace, Black Mass, Hostiles). This is a must watch trailer. In the film, a small-town Oregon teacher and her brother, the local sheriff, become entwined with a young student harboring a dangerous secret with frightening consequences. A huge freakin' monster! It's adapted from a short story called "The Quiet Boy" by Nick Antosca, which captured the attention of Guillermo del Toro because he is producing this dark fantasy horror. Cooper's Antlers stars Keri Russell, Jesse Plemons, JT Corbitt, Graham Greene, Scott Haze, Rory Cochrane, and Amy Madigan. It's a mesmerizing trailer that has no dialogue - only sound and music. And it's still scary as hell. ›››

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Watch: Award-Winning Horror Short 'The Rat' from Carlen May-Mann

"I thought we could do something fun first… you know, to get in the mood." Alter has released the award-winning short film The Rat online for everyone to watch - check it out below. Written and directed by up-and-coming filmmaker Carlen May-Mann, the short originally premiered at the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. Starring Isabel Shill (from "Orange is the New Black") and Collin Kelly-Sordelet, The Rat won the Audience Award for Best Short at the 2019 Method Fest. It's Halloween night, and Renee is left alone by her boyfriend in a haunted house. Growing increasingly frightened, Renee is forced to confront a terrifying situation, and must come to terms with the thing that, deep down, she is most afraid of… It's a compelling and well-made short film posing quandaries and some questions to think about. Worth a watch. ›››

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Official Trailer for 'Return to Mount Kennedy' Mountain Climbing Doc

"The wild places have a way of bringing us back to who we are." 1091 Media has debuted an official trailer for a new documentary called Return to Mount Kennedy, an intriguing story about climbers scaling a mountain named after JFK. In 1965, Bobby Kennedy became the first human to stand atop a lonely peak in the Canadian Yukon (see on Google Maps) that had just been named to honor his assassinated brother, JFK. His climbing guide was Jim Whittaker, a mountain icon who at 28 had become the first American to summit Mt. Everest. Now 50 years later, the sons of the original climbing team decide to embark on an expedition to the mountain to celebrate the special bond that connects them all. I really dig the structure of this doc - the past and present intertwining. Looks fascinating and inspiring, a look back into the past while reminding us of the importance of the present. I love all the quotes and little moments they show in this trailer. Beautiful. ›››

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Aaron Eckhart is a Rogue Cop in Action Thriller 'Line Of Duty' Trailer

"You shot the only lead that we had." Saban Films has debuted an official trailer for an indie action thriller titled Line of Duty, the latest from action director Steven C. Miller (of The Aggression Scale, Marauders, Escape Plan 2: Hades). Aaron Eckhart (who we haven't seen much recently) stars as a disgraced cop who goes rogue and finds himself in a race against time to find a kidnap victim whose abductor he accidentally killed. Also starring Courtney Eaton, Jessica Lu, Dina Meyer, with Ben McKenzie and Giancarlo Esposito. The more action movies they make, the more they start to all look the same, because they are all the same. Always about a cop or someone having to do something to rescue someone. Always. Give it a look. ›››

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Isabela Merced & Shameik Moore in Trailer for X-Mas Film 'Let It Snow'

"Christmas Eve bash - come one, come all! Boom!" Netflix has revealed the first official trailer for a holiday ensemble comedy titled Let It Snow, arriving in just a few weeks to watch streaming this holiday season. When a snowstorm hits a small midwestern town on Christmas Eve, a group of high school seniors find their friendships and their love lives colliding thanks to a stranded pop star, a stolen keg, a squad of competitive dancers, a mysterious woman covered in tin foil, and an epic party at the local Waffle Town. The film stars Isabela Merced, Shameik Moore, Kiernan Shipka, Odeya Rush, Jacob Batalon, Miles Robbins, Mitchell Hope, Liv Hewson, Anna Akana, and Joan Cusack. This looks like one of those charming, goofy, completely obvious, formulaic feel-good holiday flicks. Maybe it's what we all need right now? Enjoy. ›››

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New US Trailer for 'Age Out', AKA 'Friday's Child', with Tye Sheridan

"You play things kinda close to the chest, don't you?" Gravitas Ventures has debuted a brand new trailer for the indie drama Age Out, the new name for the film formerly known as Friday's Child. This premiered at the SXSW Film Festival last year, and we ran a trailer last year as well, but it's only now getting an official US release in the fall. Tye Sheridan stars as young drifter Richie, fresh out of foster care, trying to figure out what to do with himself. He ends up on the streets involved in petty crime and meets two other people: Joan, played by Imogen Poots, and Swim, played by Caleb Landry Jones. The film's cast also includes Jeffrey Wright and Brett Butler. This looks like a very artsy, intimate film with some intense shots by DP Jeff Bierman. It definitely has that Terrence Malick-esque feel, for better or worse. Check this out below. ›››

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Spectacular Final Trailer for 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' Debuts

"We're not alone… Good people will fight – if we lead them!" Disney + Lucasfilm have unveiled the final official trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the grand finale in the Skywalker saga that began in 1977 with A New Hope. After one teaser trailer earlier in the year, and the D23 Special Look preview, this is the big "final" reveal as we count down the last few months until this lands in theaters. This really is a spectacular trailer, with a ton of jaw-dropping footage that everyone will be talking about. Directed by J.J. Abrams, it continues the storyline started in The Force Awakens following Rey, Finn, & Poe as they fight the First Order. Starring Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Billy Dee Williams, Domhnall Gleeson, Lupita Nyong'o, Warwick Davis, plus newcomers Naomi Ackie, Keri Russell, Richard E. Grant, and Dominic Monaghan. This trailer is packed from start to finish with incredible shots, epic space battles and emotional moments. Get ready for this, everyone. ›››

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First Trailer for Scary Horror 'I See You' with Helen Hunt & Judah Lewis

"If you did something, you can tell me." Saban Films has released the first official trailer for an indie horror film titled I See You, from director Adam Randall (of iBoy previously). This first premiered at the SXSW Film Festival earlier this year, then went on to play at Cleveland, Edinburgh, and Lisbon Horror Festival. Strange occurrences plague a small town detective and his family as he investigates the disappearance of a young boy. Starring Helen Hunt, Jon Tenney, Judah Lewis, Owen Teague, Libe Barer, Greg Alan Williams, Erika Alexander, and Allison King. I'm intrigued by this because it's not just a horror, but a "puzzle", where "nothing is exactly what it seems" as the trailer says. And that wooden mask is super creepy. ›››

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Bruce Willis in Full Trailer for Hospital Survival Thriller 'Trauma Center'

"Maddie! Don't make this harder than it already is!" Saban Films + Lionsgate have debuted the first official trailer for a low-grade action thriller titled Trauma Center, which is one of those vague and terrible titles for a film that doesn't setup anything. Alone and trapped in a locked-down hospital overnight, an injured woman must escape a pair of vicious killers who are after the only piece of evidence that can implicate them in a grisly murder - the bullet in her leg. Luckily, a veteran cop is assigned to protect her, and he becomes her protector as the night grows more dangerous. Bruce Willis stars as the cop, and Nicky Whelan as the woman, and also featuring Steve Guttenberg, Tito Ortiz, Texas Battle, Lynn Gilmartin, Tyler Jon Olson, and Heather Johansen. This definitely looks as bad as it sounds, another bargain bin collectible. ›››

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Watch: Bank Vault Sci-Fi Short Film 'Box 616' Directed by Mitch Glass

"What I'm about to tell you will not make sense right now… But I'll explain." Dust has premiered a new sci-fi short film titled Box 616, a proof-of-concept short written & directed by filmmaker Mitch Glass - who made this with only three people and less than $1,000 budget. It's a solid, captivating, genre short that ends with a good twist. After his father's death, Malcolm inherits an old bank vault that couldn't be opened for 70 years. Inside, he finds a strange device and a recording asking him to complete a series of requests. Box 616 stars Nick Rua and Gary Bristow. This short is all about the concept - mixing a handful of genres with a dash of originality. Makes me wish they'd make National Treasure as a sci-fi thriller with clues like this box. ›››

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Official US Trailer for Acclaimed Guatemalan LGBTQ Drama 'Tremors'

"Do you believe that we have the right to be happy if it hurts other people?" Film Movement has debuted an official US trailer for the acclaimed Guatemalan drama Tremors, not to be confused with the monster movie cult classic of the same name. Originally titled Temblores in Spanish, the film is about the coming out of an evangelical patriarch, which shatters his family, his community and uncovers a profoundly repressive society. This first premiered at the Berlin Film Festival, and has stopped by numerous other major festivals including Seattle, Outfest, San Sebastián, Athens, Vancouver, London, and Chicago. Starring Juan Pablo Olyslager, Mauricio Armas, Diane Bathen, María Telón, and Sergio Luna. This has been receiving rave reviews from critics, who say it has "extraordinary nuance [and] compassion." Definitely worth a look. ›››

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Vin Diesel is Brought Back to Life in First Trailer for 'Bloodshot' Movie

"They've been manipulating you… What you think is real, sometimes ain't." Sony Pictures has debuted the first official trailer for action sci-fi movie Bloodshot, another comic book adaptation, this one about a slain soldier (and mobster?) who is re-animated with superpowers. It's based on the comic book character known as Bloodshot, published in various Valiant Comics, the first appearance in 1992. Vin Diesel stars as Ray Garrison, a soldier recently killed in action and brought back to life as the superhero "Bloodshot" by the RST corporation. It seems to be a twisted mix of Upgrade and RoboCop, which might actually be awesome. The cast includes Guy Pearce, Eiza González, Sam Heughan, Toby Kebbell, Lamorne Morris, Talulah Riley, Johannes Haukur Johannesson, and Siddharth Dhananjay. So far, so good! Looks massively entertaining, though it seems like a story we've seen so often before (see: Source Code, Edge of Tomorrow). ›››

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Full Trailer for HBO's Doc 'The Apollo' About the Iconic Harlem Venue

"The Apollo has always represented truth." HBO has debuted an official trailer for the documentary titled The Apollo, the definitive doc film about (the past and present of) New York City's iconic Apollo Theater venue located in Harlem. The Apollo first opened in 1914 (as a burlesque theater) and has survived over 100 years, still operating today as an NYC entertainment mainstay. Located on West 125th Street (here) between Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Boulevard (Seventh Avenue) and Frederick Douglass Boulevard (formerly Eighth Avenue) in Harlem. The Apollo Theater represents the ongoing struggle of black lives in America, and The Apollo doc demonstrates the elemental role that art plays in that struggle by highlighting the broad range of African American achievement that has been discovered, championed, and thrived on its stage. Check it out. ›››

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Watch: VFX Video for 'Gemini Man' Show the De-Aging of Will Smith

Sony released Ang Lee's new sci-fi action movie Gemini Man in theaters a few weeks ago. Aside from the HFR cinematography, the film is boasting "groundbreaking" technology with its de-aging VFX. Gemini Man is about the world's best assassin, played by Will Smith at his current age (51), attempting to retire until he's pursued by a younger version of himself. He soon learns that they actually cloned him, and this younger "Junior" is exactly like him in every way. To create this character, Ang Lee filmed Will Smith in a motion-capture rig (with face-capture cameras) and then let the VFX artists work on their computers to de-age him. A few videos have arrived online over the last few weeks explaining the process, and showing before/after shots as well as a glimpse as the techniques they're using. I highly doubt these videos will convince anyone to see the movie, but they're fascinating to watch nonetheless because it's an advance process. Most of the de-aging VFX work was done by Weta Digital in New Zealand, still the best at what they do. Watch below. ›››

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Thomas Jane in First Trailer for LAPD Action Thriller 'Crown Vic' Film

"I'm telling you, man, it's a war out here. Going to be us against them." Screen Media Films has unveiled an official trailer for an indie thriller titled Crown Vic, which first premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival earlier this year. Written & directed by Joel Souza, the title is a reference to the cop car that most police drive around America - known as a "Crown Vic" because it's a Ford Crown Victoria. This film tells the story of one memorable night in the life of LAPD officer Ray Mandel while hunting two cop killers on the loose. The two cops, one a rookie, must contend with a city about to boil over. Starring Thomas Jane and Luke Kleintank, with David Krumholtz, Bridget Moynahan, Gregg Bello, Scottie Thompson, and Josh Hopkins. Looks like a very intense, gritty film about how incredibly hard it is to work as cops in a big city. ›››

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The First Word Podcast - Todd Phillips' 'Joker', feat. Katie Smith-Wong

"I used to think that my life was a tragedy, but now I realize, it's a comedy." On this episode of The First Word podcast we sit down for a full-on discussion about the controversial, box office smash, R-rated comic book movie Joker, directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix as the iconic Gotham villain. Everyone else has been talking about it, we had to speak our minds about it, too. Friends Alex Billington (@firstshowing) and Mike Eisenberg (@Eisentower30) team up to bring you a podcast providing in-depth discussion, analysis, and interviews about the latest movies, and some old ones too. For this episode, we're joined by film writer Katie Smith-Wong based in London as our guest for this discussion about Joker and all the good & bad sides. Is it a great movie? Is there "nothing" it has to say or is there something? Listen in. ›››

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Official Trailer for Romantic Drama 'Angelfish' Starring Princess Nokia

"I gotta take care of my family…" Dark Star Pictures has debuted an official trailer for an indie romantic drama titled Angelfish, which is headed straight-to-VOD in November. Set in The Bronx in 1993, the film is about a young couple from two completely different worlds, who fall in love over a summer that reshapes their lives and the way they view the future ahead of them. Marking the feature directorial debut of Peter Andrew Lee, who also wrote the screenplay. Angelfish stars Destiny Frasqueri, also known by her rapper name "Princess Nokia", plus Jimi Stanton (seen in November Criminals, Netflix's "The Punisher") as Brendan, her love interest. Also with Stanley Simons, Erin Davie, Rosie Berrido, Sandy Tejada, and Claire McClanahan. This looks like it has the rawness and realness of Like, Crazy, but set in NYC instead. ›››

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One More Extended Red Band TV Trailer for 'Terminator: Dark Fate'

"He's the most lethal Terminator ever created." Paramount has released one more extended red band TV trailer for Terminator: Dark Fate, running 80 seconds with some awesome footage packed in. This new Terminator movie is a direct sequel to Terminator 2: Judgement Day, starting up the day after Judgement Day. We're only a few weeks away from the release, so Paramount is trying to build up interest any way they can. Badass actress Linda Hamilton returns as the first Sarah Connor, and Arnold Schwarzenegger is also back, with Edward Furlong as the original John Connor. Cameron is producing and is credited on the story. The full cast includes Natalia Reyes, Mackenzie Davis, Gabriel Luna, Diego Boneta, Alicia Borrachero, Steven Cree, and Claudia Trujillo. Opening in theaters everywhere starting November 1st. ›››

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Ethan Hawke in Trailer for Logan Marshall-Green's 'Adopt a Highway'

"I don't even know what I'm doing with myself anymore…" RLJE Films has released an official trailer for an indie drama titled Adopt a Highway, which initially premiered at the SXSW Film Festival earlier this year. The film marks the directorial debut of actor Logan Marshall-Green, born in South Carolina, who doesn't appear in the film. Adopt a Highway stars Ethan Hawke as a man just released from prison after serving 21 years for a 3rd strike conviction for possessing an ounce of marijuana. Everything changes when he finds an abandoned baby in a dumpster behind the fast food restaurant where he works… Also starring Elaine Hendrix, Diane Gaeta, Mo McRae, Chris Sullivan, and Betty Gabriel. Early reviews describe it as "an emotionally resonant and lyrical tale delivered in the most compassionate of tones." Have a look. ›››

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A Murderous Group of Students in Trailer for 'Extracurricular' Thriller

"Did you see the look on that lady's face?!" Samuel Goldwyn Films has debuted an official trailer for an indie horror film titled Extracurricular, the latest feature from filmmaker Ray Xue (Transcendent). This horror-thriller originally premiered at the Toronto After Dark Film Festival last year, only now getting a direct-to-VOD release in January for those still interested. Four overachieving high school students and best friends have a secret pastime: planning and executing murders (while wearing different masks). But when one of their plans goes shockingly awry, the relationship between them is put to the test. Starring Keenan Tracey, Brittany Raymond, Spencer Macpherson, Brittany Teo, Stephen Bogaert, Emmanuel Kabongo, and Luke Goss. This looks way darker than expected, not much comedy, nothing but murders. ›››

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Official UK Trailer for Goofy 'StarDog and TurboCat' Animated Movie

"You're not just a dog, buddy, you're StarDog!!" Kaleidoscope Entertainment in the UK has unveiled an official trailer for an indie animated "fun for the whole family!" feature titled StarDog and TurboCat, which is as cheesy as it sounds. Launched into space by his scientist owner, a loyal dog and a vigilante cat embark on a "space age voyage" to find their way home. It's described as "a hilarious animated adventure about friendship, heroism and belief in the human capacity for good that introduces the whole family to the greatest heroes ever unleashed." It's the first feature made by Red Star 3D, a company that usually makes theme park "4D" short films. Featuring the voices of Luke Evans, Nick Frost, Gemma Arterton, and Bill Nighy. Maybe this will be fun? Probably not…? But who knows, have to give it a chance anyway. Right? ›››

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Full Trailer for Netflix's 'American Son' Film Starring Kerry Washington

"Please - find my son!!" Netflix has revealed the full-length official trailer for American Son, a feature adaptation of the Broadway play of the same name (that first opened 2018). This film recently premiered at the Toronto Film Festival, and Netflix is turning into a "Television Event" when it debuts there next month. American Son is about an estranged couple that reunites in a South Florida police station on a rainy night to find their missing teenage son. The situation gets even more tense as time goes by without any updates or answers. Kerry Washington, who also starred on Broadway, plays the lead role of Kendra Ellis-Connor, the mother of the missing boy. This also stars Jeremy Jordan, Steven Pasquale, and Eugene Lee - all in the play, too. Described as "an emotional depiction of modern day race dynamics and systemic tensions." ›››

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