Teaser for Japan's Latest Reboot - Anno & Higuchi's 'Shin Ultraman'

Guess who's back?! Toho Pictures has unveiled the first teaser trailer for the monsterverse adventure Shin Ultraman, an update on the beloved '60s TV character from Japan. Toho convinced filmmakers Hideaki Anno & Shinji Higuchi to re-team again after making Shin Godzilla in 2016, updating the classic Ultraman character for modern times. The new Ultraman design is is based on an Ultraman painting by the late Tohl Narita in 1983 called “Incarnation of Truth, Justice, and Beauty”. This first trailer includes glimpses of the monsters Neronga and Gabora. Shin Ultraman stars Takumi Saitoh, who eventually becomes the human host of Ultraman, with Masami Nagasawa and Hidetoshi Nishijima. There's quite a bit of footage in the teaser - the two monsters look a bit fake (much like Shin Godzilla), but the rest of it seems like good fun. ›››

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Sundance 2021: 'John and the Hole' is a Brilliant, Unsettling Parable

Hole-y sh*t, indeed. (Let's just get that pun out of the way.) John and the Hole is, in my opinion, one of the finest films premiering at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. It's divisive in the best of ways. The film is based around a seriously messed up concept that is meant to be provocative and unsettling, and yet still be compelling in a very cinematic way. It's not at all what I expected (an indie Home Alone re-imagination) instead it's a very dark parable that acts as a metaphor for about 100 different things in society. My theory as to what it means is only what first came to my mind watching, and others will find more connections and references in it. Which is the mark of something brilliant - not only is it oddly alluring to watch, even though you hate what's going on, but in the search for meaning I found so much nuance buried within the frames. ›››

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Sundance 2021: Sian Heder's 'CODA' is a Revolution in Deaf Cinema

Nothing can compare to that experience of watching a film premiere for its first time, knowing that from this point on it will reshape the industry. That's the case with CODA (which stands for Child of Deaf Adults) - one of the Opening Night films at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival. Despite all the hardship and challenges over the last pandemic year, there's still some extraordinary films being made just waiting for their chance to shine (and one day play in the cinema again). CODA is one of the best Sundance openers since Whiplash. It is a genuine revolution for Deaf cinema. And I really mean that - it has the power and potential to change everything, from opening the doors to the Deaf community in filmmaking, to changing the way we work with and interact with Deaf individuals all over the world. And it's a wonderful crowd-pleaser to enjoy anyway. ›››

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Watch: 'Flipping Georgia Blue' Short Doc on Young Voters in Atlanta

"If anybody that looked like me tried anything like that we'd be shot dead." This captivating short doc film profiles the powerful movement to flip the vote in Atlanta, Georgia this January. Flipping Georgia Blue is a short doc made by i-D and filmmaker Issey Penwarden. The story they're focusing on is the youth movement in Atlanta surrounding in the election, doing their best to encourage voting for Democrats in this vitally important run-off election. It's impressive that they started filming this in November, and put it together in only two months of time, not only collecting some quality footage but editing it into something meaningful. We already know who won, this is a little story about how that happened. And it's good to see Stacey Abrams get some time in this - as she's largely responsible for the results. "Watch the video below to hear from local creative, Hawa Camara, and other young people who used their vote to make history." ›››

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Telling Stories Inside La Maca - 'Night of the Kings' Official US Trailer

"When the red moon comes out tonight, you will tell us stories." Neon has unveiled an official US trailer for the outstanding Ivory Coast film Night of the Kings, which has been playing at every major festivals since last fall. It first premiered at the Venice, Toronto, and New York Film Festivals (read our review here), and is playing at the Sundance Film Festival this week (hence the trailer). The film follows a young man who enters the infamous (and real) "La Maca" prison, a highly secure facility in the middle of Ivory Coast's forest ruled by its prisoners. With the red moon rising, he is designated by the Boss to be the new "Roman" and must tell a story to the other prisoners. It's a film about a storyteller, and how stories move us and inspire. Bakary Koné stars as the night's "Roman", and Steve Tientcheu plays "Blackbeard", with Jean Cyrille Digbeu, Rasmané Ouédraogo, Issaka Sawadogo, Abdoul Karim Konaté, Macel Anzian, and also Laetitia Ky. This is one of the best foreign films to debut last year and a riveting experience in storytelling. ›››

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Official Trailer for Mysterious Cyber-Thriller 'Dark Web: Cicada 3301'

"I can't risk you getting hurt - these people are far too powerful." Lionsgate is releasing this "intense, high-speed cyber-thriller" direct-to-VOD in March. And while I am a big fan of hacker films & tech thrillers, this one leans a bit too much into the cheesy, unrealistic realm. And it sounds like a bad Ready Player One rip-off. Dark Web: Cicada 3301 is based on a series of mysterious, unsolved real-life events. It starts as the hacker Connor discovers "Cicada 3301", an online treasure hunt that could be a recruiting tool for a secret society. Soon Connor, art-expert friend Avi, and secretive librarian Gwen are dashing from graffiti sites to ancient libraries to uncover real-life clues. But they must outrun aggressive NSA agents, also hot on the trail of Cicada, who want the glory for themselves. Starring Jack Kesy, Conor Leslie, Alan Ritchson, Ron Funches, and Andreas Apergis. This does not look good, and might be just barely entertaining. Maybe… ›››

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Kate Amundsen in Empowering 'Donna: Stronger Than Pretty' Trailer

"How are you gunna raise three kids with no job, no money, and no husband?!" "Watch me." Gravitas has unveiled the official trailer for an indie drama titled Donna: Stronger Than Pretty, or just Donna for short. Inspired by actor / filmmaker Jaret Martino's own mother, he wanted to make a wholesome film to "inspire and empower other families to try to break free of negative conditioning, stereotypes, patterns, and cycles." A young mother's "American Dream" of raising a family turns into a living nightmare, until she finds the inner strength to listen to a voice she hadn't heard before: her own. Kate Amundsen stars as Donna, with a cast including Catherine Daddario, Sandy Bainum, Steve Barkman, Mikel Butler, Kiera Capitanio, Anthony Coppola, and James Aronson. This looks a bit bland and lacks style, telling an empowering but very obvious and generic story of perseverance. Unfortunately doesn't look worthwhile. ›››

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Official Trailer for Moroccan Bakers Film 'Adam' Set in Casablanca

"With me, he's doomed. And without me, I'll never know." Strand Releasing has debuted a new official US trailer for the upcoming release of a Moroccan film titled Adam, marking the feature directorial debut of Moroccan-British filmmaker Maryam Touzani. This first premiered in 2019 at the Cannes Film Festival and is only now getting an official release in the US this winter. Lubna Azabal stars as Abla, who runs a modest local bakery from her home in Casablanca where she lives alone with her 8-year-old daughter, Warda. When Samia, a young pregnant woman knocks on their door, Abla is far from imagining that her life will change forever. Gradually, Abla's resolve softens and her arrival begins to offer all of them the prospect of a new life. The cast includes Nisrin Erradi, Douae Belkhaouda, and Aziz Hattab. Bakery films are the best because you can almost smell & taste everything they're making right through the film. This one looks good. ›››

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Ed Westwick & Louise Linton in Killer Film 'Me You Madness' Trailer

"There's no need to escalate this to the point of no return!" STX Films has unveiled an official trailer for a dark comedy called Me You Madness, a kooky neon-filled romcom mashed up with American Psycho. Louise Linton stars in, wrote, directed, and produced the tongue-in-cheek movie. Linton plays Catherine Black, a brilliant, ruthless business executive who runs a top hedge fund in L.A. She lives a wealthy but ice-cold life and is a self-declared murderous psychopath. Enter Tyler Jones, a handsome young petty-thief and con man, arriving at her Malibu estate seeking "a room for rent" while naively unaware that he might be her next meal. Co-starring Ed Westwick as Tyler, along with Joel Michaely, Shuya Chang, and Gwen Van Dam. "Romance blossoms amid glamorous action in this neon-tinged, self-aware erotic thriller riff from writer/director/star Louise Linton, driven by a high-energy 80s soundtrack." This looks ridiculous…ly fun. ›››

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Watch: French Animated Short on Child Abuse by Gibaud & Joyce

"There are two monsters in my story…" It's not right to say this short film should be watched because it looks gorgeous, but the artwork and detail in the film is impressive nonetheless. This 2-min animated short was made by the French NGO Face à l'Inceste as a PSA for voters in France to encourage them to change a child abuse law by signing a petition and getting further involved in the cause. It was directed by Vincent Gibaud, and features some stunning art and animation by Jackson Joyce. It's being featured because of the quality of work. The film very disturbingly tells the story of a young child's tormentors, including a judge as one of them, utilizing vibrant animation. Combined with the Ennio Morricone music it's a very eerie film to watch - but that is the point, to grab your attention about an important political issue. Take a look below. ›››

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Shannon Kane in Pandemic Horror Thriller 'Terror Lake Drive' Trailer

"The answer's not always laid out…" RLJE Films has debuted a new trailer for a mystery pandemic horror-thriller titled Terror Lake Drive, from filmmaker Jerry LaMothe. The film, originally created as a mini-series for the Urban Movie Channel (UMC) last year, is also being released in the US as one long (3 hour) feature film. In the midst of a recent pandemic and calls for social distancing, a single mother sets her sights on starting a new life and relocates to Atlanta, but quickly discovers she can't outrun her past. Of course. Starring Shannon Kane, Donielle T. Hansley Jr., Malik Yoba, and Lamaan Rucker. It's a bit odd to see this rebranded as a feature film in this new trailer, but it might play a bit better as one long film. Maybe? ›››

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Official Trailer for 'On Thin Ice' Doc Film About Prejudice in Sports

"This is a story about many lives." Freestyle Digital Media has debuted the official trailer for a fascinating new documentary titled On Thin Ice, made by actor-turned-filmmaker Keli Price telling his own personal story in connection with a family member. Athletes who have struggled for acceptance due to race, religion, sexual orientation, and other prejudices, endure conflict in their quest to level the playing field. On Thin Ice introduces us to Jack Brooks (who is the filmmaker's great-grandfather), a Polish-Jewish speedskater who emigrated to America before WWII and lost his chances because of his religion. The doc goes on to profile other modern day athletes who are experiencing prejudice and other issues as they try to make a name for themselves. A story about and discussion on how athletes fight against this and continue on no matter what. ›››

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Another New Trailer for 'The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run'

"This is gonna be like one of those buddy movies." Paramount Pics has unveiled one final trailer for the long-awaited The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge on the Run, the latest epic live-action hybrid SpongeBob movie. It was originally set for release last summer, in May of 2020, but has been on hold ever since due to the oandemic. It will now launch PVOD in March, also on the brand new streaming service Paramount+. This is a follow-up to the other theatrically-released movies, most recently Sponge Out of Water from 2015, and the original SpongeBob movie back in 2004. SpongeBob and Patrick embark on a hilarious adventure to The Lost City of Atlantic City in order to #SaveGary in this sponge-tastic sequel. With Tom Kenny as the voice of SpongeBob, plus Awkwafina, Clancy Brown, Rodger Bumpass, Bill Fagerbakke, Carolyn Lawrence, Douglas Lawrence, and Reggie Watts. This continues on with the 3D animation style, even taking them up into the real world - where the encounter the head of Keanu Reeves in a tumbleweed. Huh. ›››

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New US Trailer for Quentin Dupieux's Detective Film 'Keep an Eye Out'

"I'm doing a trailer. I'll call you back." Dekanalog has unveiled an official trailer for the Quentin Dupieux film Keep an Eye Out, which originally premiered in 2018 under the French title Au Poste! (Which just translates to At Office!). The short synopsis is pretty straightforward: police officers at a station must solve a murder case. But this is a Dupieux film, so you know there's more funky shit going on than that. Between the opening sequence, when a man in just red briefs conducts a philharmonic orchestra in the open air, and the triple-meta denouement, the "whip-smart script disregards audience expectations, the fourth wall, and the laws of time and space. You'll never look at a protractor or an oyster the same way again." The film stars Belgian comedian Benoît Poelvoorde, with Grégoire Ludig, Marc Fraize, and Anaïs Demoustier. Described in reviews as "an absurd and often surreal comedy with some clever ideas tucked away inside." This new trailer is already super wacky and meta mad. It's true - no one makes films like Quentin Dupieux. ›››

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New US Trailer for 'My Salinger Year' Film Starring Qualley & Weaver

"You keep saying you want to write - but you work long hours for other authors." IFC Films has unveiled a new official trailer for the US release of My Salinger Year, a quirky new literary drama from Quebecois filmmaker Philippe Falardeau (Monsieur Lazhar, The Good Lie, Chuck). This premiered at last year's Berlin Film Festival and is now opening in March. Based on the international best-selling novel, My Salinger Year follows Joanna a young aspiring writer who lands a job at J.D. Salinger's literary agency in New York City. She is assigned the tedious task of responding to the piles of fan mail that Salinger receives (everyone loves Catcher in the Rye, of course). Starring Margaret Qualley as Joanna, Sigourney Weaver as her boss, and a small cast including Douglas Booth, Seána Kerslake, Brían F. O'Byrne, Théodore Pellerin, Yanic Truesdale, Hamza Haq, and Colm Feore. It's a solid film about the relentless passion of writers. ›››

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Full Trailer for Wacky Florida Comedy 'Barb & Star Go To Vista Del Mar'

"It's like I'm listening to the ocean!" Lionsgate has revealed a full-length official trailer for the super wacky buddy comedy Barb and Star Go to Vista Del Mar, co-starring Kristen Wiig and Annie Mumolo, both of whom also co-wrote the screenplay. This was supposed to open in theaters last summer, but was delayed due to the pandemic. Instead of releasing it this summer, Lionsgate is now dropping it on PVOD for rental in February - for Valentine's Day. Lifelong friends Barb & Star embark on the adventure of a lifetime when they decide to leave their small Midwestern town for the first time… ever. Romance, friendship and a villain's evil plot… Hold onto your culottes! This looks ridiculous. Also starring Jamie Dornan, Damon Wayans Jr., Fortune Feimster, Wendi McLeandon-Covey, Rose Abdoo, Vanessa Bayer, Phyllis Smith, and Kwame Patterson. Who doesn't want to join these two lovely ladies in the pool in Florida?! This is going to be extra weird and wild, but that's just the way they like it. Join them for some hot dog soup. ›››

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Gary Oldman & Evangeline Lilly in Intense Opioid Crisis Film 'Crisis'

"It's not our responsibility." "Then who's is it?!" Quiver Distribution has revealed an official US trailer for an indie thriller titled Crisis, set around the opioid drug crisis. Crisis features three interwoven stories that highlight the greed, violence and tragedy of the drug war. A drug trafficker arranges a multi-cartel Fentanyl smuggling operation, an architect recovering from an oxycodone addiction tracks down the truth behind her son's disappearance and a university professor battles unexpected revelations about his employer, a pharma giant bringing a new "non-addictive" painkiller to market. The film's surprisingly impressive ensemble cast features Gary Oldman, Armie Hammer, Evangeline Lilly, Greg Kinnear, Michelle Rodriguez, Luke Evans, Lily-Rose Depp, Scott "Kid Cudi" Mescudi, Duke Nicholson, Veronica Ferres, and Martin Donovan. That epic cast should get everyone's attention, but so will this trailer. Looks damn good. ›››

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Sundance 2021: 10 Most Anticipated Films at This Year's Virtual Fest

Back to Sundance we go for another year of discovery and amazing films. What's on the line-up this year? Even though Sundance is operating as a smaller festival mostly with virtual screenings (and satellite venues around the US) this year, due to the ongoing pandemic keeping things shut down and unsafe, they're ready to premiere a whole batch of new films anyway. Out of the 74+ films showing at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, I've picked 10 films that I'm looking forward to seeing the most. To keep things well balanced, I've chosen 5 feature films and 5 documentaries from the line-up. I'm still looking forward to so many of these and I don't think there's anything to worry about this year - the festival is featuring some fantastic films to discover. As usual with Sundance, you never can really tell what'll good or bad, but here's my picks anyway. ›››

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Mysterious Face Transplant Horror-Thriller 'Faceless' Official Trailer

"Don't hide from your demons." Indican Pictures has revealed the official trailer for an eerie indie horror-thriller titled Faceless, a new film from filmmaker Marcel Sarmiento, director of the strange genre films Heavy Petting and Deadgirl. His latest film is another strange concept that is especially unsettling - a man wakes up to discover he has received a full face transplant. As he attempts to make sense of things leaving the hospital, he's plagued by vivid, unexplainable flashbacks and stumbles around trying to find out what's going on. Brendan Sexton III stars in this as George, with a cast including Alex Essoe, Terry Serpico, Clayton Landey, and Blake Robbins. The trailer is just as peculiar and confusing as you might expect for a film like this, as it's a bit challenging to try and figure it out just from two minutes of footage. Check it out. ›››

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Jack Kilmer & Frank Grillo in Scam Crime Film 'Body Brokers' Trailer

"There's not a lot of people that can make something of themselves…" Veritcal Entertainment has released an official trailer for a fascinating crime drama titled Body Brokers, the latest from filmmaker John Swab (Run with the Hunted). Set mostly in Ohio and Los Angeles, the film tells the story of a junkie kid from rural Ohio who gets swept into a multibillion dollar fraud operation run by a clinic for addicts. They soon learn that drug treatment is but a cover for a predatory business, enlisting addicts to recruit other addicts. They under up taking the kid Utah under their wing, introducing him to the good life, though Utah's addiction remains his biggest obstacle. The full cast includes Jack Kilmer, Michael K. Williams, Jessica Rothe, Alice Englert, Peter Greene, Owen Campbell, Sam Quartin, Thomas Dekker, with Frank Grillo and Melissa Leo. Surprise - this looks bonkers good, in a perfectly American dastardly crime kind of way. ›››

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Time Loop Romance 'The Map of Tiny Perfect Things' Official Trailer

"Most of life is just junk… and then there's these moments. And all the randomness turns into something perfect." Amazon has the full-length official trailer for an indie romantic comedy time loop film titled The Map of Tiny Perfect Things, adapted from Lev Grossman's short story. The amusing film introduces us to Mark, played by Kyle Allen, contentedly living the same day in an endless loop whose world is turned upside-down when he meets mysterious Margaret, played by Kathryn Newton, also stuck in the time loop. Mark and Margaret form a magnetic partnership, setting out to find all the tiny things that make that one day perfect. Of course, they're learn all the truths about love and life along the way. The cast includes Josh Hamilton, Al Madrigal, Cleo Fraser, and Anna Mikami. This does look really good, as much as it's the same as Palm Springs, but I'm curious to see where this goes and the adventures they go on. Worth a look. ›››

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First Trailer for Ham Radio Contact Psychological Thriller 'Dead Air'

"How are you, Eva?" Freestyle Digital Media has released a trailer for Dead Air, a homemade supernatural / psychological thriller from filmmaker Kevin Hicks. Not to be confused with the zombies take over radio station horror film also titled Dead Air from 2009. They both involve radio, but this is a different kind of radio. Struggling to uncover the truth of a deeply repressed memory of an old trauma, William discovers an old ham radio that belonged to his dead father. In his fascination with it, he stumbles into contact with Eva, a woman with a dark secret of her own, and starts a friendship that will lead him down a dangerous path from which he may not be able to return. Danger, danger! Dear Air features an ensemble cast including Kevin Hicks, Vickie Hicks, Chris Xaver, Lucca Iocovetti, Madison & Mackenzie Skodzinsky, and Bruce Levitt. This looks extra cheap, but there still might be some good twists and turns in the story. ›››

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Benedict Cumberbatch in First Trailer for 'The Courier' FKA 'Ironbark'

"We are only two people, but this is how things change…" Lionsgate + Roadside Attractions have finally unveiled an official trailer for a film titled The Courier, which is now scheduled to open in US theaters in March 2021 after being delayed from release last year. This originally premiered at last year's Sundance Film Festival under the title Ironbark, and was one of my favorite films of the fest. The true story spy thriller is about an unassuming British businessman Greville Wynne, who is recruited by MI6 during the Cold War, to travel to Russia and obtain top secret nuclear intelligence delivered by another Soviet officer. The two strike up a friendship over their years working together, and it's more than just a spy film it's a film about how similar we all are, even as "enemies". Benedict Cumberbatch co-stars with Merab Ninidze, and a cast including Rachel Brosnahan, Jessie Buckley, James Schofield, and plenty of others. I have been thinking about this film often for a year since I first saw it at Sundance, and I am so happy to recommend it. ›››

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Benedict Cumberbatch in First Trailer for 'The Courier' FKA 'Ironbark'

"We are only two people, but this is how things change…" Lionsgate + Roadside Attractions have finally unveiled an official trailer for a film titled The Courier, which is now scheduled to open in US theaters in March 2021 after being delayed from release last year. This originally premiered at last year's Sundance Film Festival under the title Ironbark, and was one of my favorite films of the fest. The true story spy thriller is about an unassuming British businessman Greville Wynne, who is recruited by MI6 during the Cold War, to travel to Russia and obtain top secret nuclear intelligence delivered by another Soviet officer. The two strike up a friendship over their years working together, and it's more than just a spy film it's a film about how similar we all are, even as "enemies". Benedict Cumberbatch co-stars with Merab Ninidze, and a cast including Rachel Brosnahan, Jessie Buckley, James Schofield, and plenty of others. I have been thinking about this film often for a year since I first saw it at Sundance, and I am so happy to recommend it. ›››

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Official Trailer for Open Relationships Doc 'There's No I in Threesome'

"We just have to have as much fun as they do." HBO has debuted an official trailer for a new documentary film from New Zealand called There's No "I" in Threesome, which is one of the best enticing titles in a while. As that title indicates, the film is about open relationships and threesomes and trying out more than just one partner. There is No "I" In Threesome follows Ollie and Zoe, a newly engaged couple who agree to try out an open relationship before they get married. Anyone who has ever considered this knows it's going to end up as a disaster, but lots of people love to try it out anyway hoping it will be exciting because they're "open-minded." Alas, it always ends with pain and suffering, but this film explores all the different sides of it. "Working closely with an intimacy co-ordinator made the (filmmaking) process safe for everyone and ultimately resulted in more freedom of expression, rather than restriction, because it was all about trust and everyone involved respected that," says producer Alex Reed. I am certainly curious to see how this plays out. ›››

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New Trailer for Restored Re-Release of Olivier Assayas' 'Demonlover'

"No one sees anything. Ever. They watch, but they don't understand." Janus Films has debuted a re-release trailer for the 2K restoration of acclaimed French filmmaker Olivier Assayas' early 00s film Demonlover, which first premiered at the 2002 Cannes Film Festival. The film is about a French corporation that goes head-to-head with an American web media company for the rights to a 3D manga pornography studio in Japan, resulting in a power struggle that culminates in violence and espionage. Starring Gina Gershon, Chloë Sevigny, Connie Nielson, & Charles Berling. It's described as "hallucinatory, globe-spanning… neo-noir thriller and media critique in which nothing — not even the film itself — is what it appears to be." Reviews call the erotic film "a beautiful and disturbing contemporary filmic object." The new re-release is a 2K restoration of the unrated director's cut supervised by Olivier Assayas himself. Quite spicy - have a look. ›››

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Official Trailer for 'Bullied' Doc Examining Causes and Consequences

"Very clear that there's a contagion effect…" Global Digital Releasing has debuted an official trailer for an indie documentary titled Bullied, the latest doc film made by philosophy professor Dr. Thomas Keith. A really powerful film, Bullied traces bullying and the effects of bullying, but also the methods and programs that have proven efficacious in reducing bullying. This award-winning documentary discusses the reasons for, consequences of, and solutions to bullying taking place in schools, and across social media platforms where cyber-bullying is at an all time high. This looks like a compelling follow-up to the other key bullying doc called, of course, Bully from 2012. Sadly no matter how many films they make and how much they try to confront bullying, it rages on… But hopefully this film sheds some new light on how to deal with and stop it. ›››

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First Trailer for 'The Most Beautiful Boy in the World' Documentary

"The slightest bloody thing makes you hit the roof." Juno Films has released a promo trailer for a doc called The Most Beautiful Boy in the World, which is premiering at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival soon. In 1971, at the world premiere of Death in Venice in London, Italian filmmaker Luchino Visconti proclaimed Björn Andrésen, the teen star of his latest film, "The most beautiful boy in the world." This is the story of a boy who was thrust to international stardom for his iconic looks and lived a life of glamour. 50 years later, Björn looks back on what it is was like to be known as the "most beautiful boy in the world." The doc film is made by Swedish filmmakers Kristina Lindström & Kristian Petri. "Being immortalized as an iconic boy meant that Andrésen spent most of his adult life trying to be invisible, refusing to have his identity shaped by a shallow fantasy about who he was." It's described by Sundance as "a thoughtful and quietly devastating meditation on obsession, trauma, and the cost of fame." It looks damn good, offering nuanced commentary. ›››

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Nick Robinson & Jason Clarke in Official Trailer for 'Silk Road' Movie

"This guy's the first Millennial gangster." Lionsgate has unveiled an official trailer for a movie called Silk Road, telling the rise & fall story of the founder of the infamous darkweb drug website called "Silk Road". This hasn't premiered at any film festivals and is heading straight to VOD in February for any curious to watch. Philosophical 20-something Ross Ulbricht creates Silk Road, a dark net website that sells narcotics, while DEA agent Rick Bowden goes undercover to bring him in. Nick Robinson stars as Ross, who values freedom above all, and Jason Clarke co-stars as the DEA agent. It's a back-n-forth story about the two and how similar they are. Also starring Katie Aselton, Jimmi Simpson, Daniel David Stewart, Darrell Britt-Gibson, Lexi Rabe, Will Ropp, with Paul Walter Hauser, and Alexandra Shipp. I really wish this looked better than it does; it's a cool story to tell, but this seems like it's a wannabe The Social Network. ›››

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First Trailer for Mysterious Horror 'Honeydew' with Sawyer Spielberg

"You're on my property!" Dark Star Pictures + Bloody Disgusting have unveiled the first official trailer for an indie mystery horror titled Honeydew, marking the feature directorial debut of Devereux Milburn. This looks super fucked up, so watch out - only for real die-hard horror fans. The film originally premiered at the Tribeca and Nightstream Film Festivals last year. Strange cravings and hallucinations befall a young couple after seeking shelter in the home of an aging farmer and her peculiar son. Stay away from these creepy folks. Starring Sawyer Spielberg in his first role, Malin Barr, Barbara Kingsley, Stephen D'Ambrose, and Jamie Bradley. Horror writer Anya Stanley describes the film as: "a filthy-ass movie and I mean that as a sincere compliment." Definitely looks messed up, don't watch this if you're planning on eating anytime soon. ›››

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Full Trailer for 'A Glitch in the Matrix' Docu Premiering at Sundance

"The Matrix was real." Bring on this cinematic mindfuck! Magnolia has debuted the full-length trailer for A Glitch in the Matrix, the latest film by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Rodney Ascher - of Room 237, The Nightmare, and The El Duce Tapes. This is premiering at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival this week, and will be released on VOD right away only a week later. A Glitch in the Matrix tackles this question "are we living in a simulation?" with testimony, philosophical evidence and scientific explanation in his for the answer. The feature film "traces the idea's genesis over the years, from philosophical engagements by the ancient Greeks to modern discussions by Philip K. Dick, the Wachowskis, and leading scholars and game theorists. Ascher deftly parallels conversations with people who believe we're living in a computer with the purely digital nature of the film itself; all interviews were conducted via Skype, all reenactments were digitally animated, and archives are largely drawn from ’90s-era cyber thrillers and video games." Oh hell yes, this is so my kind of philosophical deep dive and all the footage looks awesome. Can't wait to watch. ›››

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Meet Brothers Issachar & Zabulon in First 'Mother Schmuckers' Trailer

"Did you lose him?" Clubb Guitos has revealed the first official trailer for Mother Schmuckers, a wacky new Belgian comedy premiering at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival this month. The film screens in the Midnight category, and marks the feature directorial debut of two Belgian brothers - Harpo Guit & Lenny Guit. In the film, Issachar and Zabulon, two brothers in their 20s, are supremely stupid and never bored, as madness is part of their daily lives. When they lose their mother's beloved dog, they have 24 hours to find it - or she will kick them out. "Defying traditional labels, Mother Schmuckers doesn't take itself too seriously. Instead, the hilarious observations the brothers make about life and family relationships elevate everyday occurrences. A refreshing piece of filmmaking, their fun, funny and unapologetic style, is a rare and much needed gift in these uncertain times." The film stars Harpo Guit, Maxi Delmelle, Claire Bodson, and Mathieu Amalric. This looks like a ridiculously amusing indie discovery perfect for a Sundance unveiling. ›››

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First Trailer for Strange, Hallucinatory Thriller 'The Pond' from Serbia

"The fish is running out of time." Scream Factory has released an official trailer for a very strange, trippy, visually distinct thriller titled The Pond, made by a Serbian filmmaker named Petar Pasic. This hasn't hit any film festivals but is dropping straight to VOD next month for anyone curious about it. Marco Canadea stars as an anthropology professor kicked out from his university for claiming to be on the threshold of an apocalyptic discovery. But someone or something is still interested in his work. As he begins to descend into madness, his hallucinations revealing something sinister is after him… The cast also includes Leslie Kunz and Paul Leonard Murray. I have no idea if this will be any good, but I love films that take bold risks doing some new and different. So many weird and astonishing and WTF shots in this trailer. Check this out. ›››

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Full Trailer for Disney's 'Raya & the Last Dragon' with Kelly Marie Tran

"The world's broken… you can trust anyone." "Maybe it's broken because you don't trust anyone." Disney has debuted a full-length official trailer for Disney Animation's exciting new action adventure movie Raya and the Last Dragon, being directed by the filmmakers Don Hall (of Big Hero 6, Moana) and Carlos López Estrada (of Blindspotting, Summertime). The first teaser arrived last fall and this new trailer packs a punch. In a realm known as Lumandra, a re-imagined Earth inhabited by an ancient civilization, a warrior named Raya is determined to find the last dragon. However, along her journey, she’ll learn that it’ll take more than a dragon to save the world—it's going to take trust and teamwork. Featuring the voices of Kelly Marie Tran as Raya and Awkwafina as the last dragon Sisu, Walt Disney Animation Studios' Raya and the Last Dragon opens in theaters and on Disney+ starting in March. This looks like a fun-filled adventure. ›››

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Official Trailer for 'Tazmanian Devil' Film About a Nigerian Immigrant

"Be very careful of what you allow in your spirit, Dayo, especially in America…" 1091 Pictures has released an official trailer for Tazmanian Devil, marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Solomon Onita Jr. This originally premiered at the American Black Film Festival last year, and arrives on VOD early next month for anyone interested. After moving to the United States, Nigerian immigrant Dayo struggles to find a balance between his desire to join a college fraternity and bonding with his estranged father who is a strict pastor at a local church. As he begins the pledging process, tensions rise between him and his father and the rest of "TAZ" as he tries to figure out who he wants to be. Abraham Attah (from Beasts of No Nation and Spider-Man: Homecoming) stars as Dayo, with a cast including Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine, Adepero Oduye, and Kwesi Boakye. This is a quite an impressive trailer that builds to one intense ending! Damn. ›››

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Watch: 'Grab My Hand: A Letter To My Dad' Lovely Animated Short

"Gate check!" A touching, life-affirming short film is now available online for everyone to enjoy. Grab My Hand: A Letter To My Dad is a lovely animated short film co-directed by filmmakers Camrus Johnson and Pedro Piccinini. The film is indeed a letter to Camrus' father, discussing the lessons his "superhero" dad taught him and how to appreciate all the ups & downs of life. "Grab My Hand: A Letter To My Dad was a gift to my grieving father and now a message to all to cherish every second you have with the ones you love while you still can." Featuring the voices of Camrus Johnson, Maaliyah Papillion, and Eric R. Williams. The animation in this is simple but very powerful, it doesn't need excessive details or elaborate action. It's just a visualization of the story Camrus is telling in here, and it enhances the emotions by allowing us to imagine ourselves in a similar situation. What a moving, heartfelt film - I'm glad Camrus is sharing it with the world. ›››

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First Trailer for Cinematographers Doc Project 'Erēmīta (Anthologies)'

An early promo trailer has debuted for an experimental pandemic project called Erēmīta (Anthologies) (the word "Erēmīta" translates to "Hermit" in Latvian). This was conceived by Egyptian cinematographer / filmmaker Sam Abbas, and is an anthology of short docs intertwined with literature composed during the 2020 pandemic by leading DPs. Abbas explains: "I, like many others, get very excited about using certain cameras, lenses, conversations with the cinematographer, colorists, sound designers but really, everyone I work with! But when it comes down to it, if needed, cinema can be made under any circumstances… We can only make a film virtually… We all share two main things: passion and a plethora of time." Each DP oversaw their individual film, having final cut for their piece. "There is no theme, film whatever you want, however you want with whomever you want." Featuring footage from Alexis Zabé, Ashley Connor, Antoine Héberlé, Sam Abbas, Soledad Rodríguez, Stefano Falivene. This is just a teaser as the film premieres this fall. Enjoy. ›››

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'A Man And His Trumpet: The Leroy Jones Story' Doc Official Trailer

"You know that every single time you go out on stage there's gonna be fireworks." Indie Rights Films has debuted an official trailer for a documentary called A Man and His Trumpet: The Leroy Jones Story, which as the title already indicates is about the trumpeter Leroy Jones. "There's millions of musicians in the world – but there's only one Leroy Jones." In a city full of brilliant musicians, Jones, a trumpet virtuoso and consummate New Orleanian, is a musician's musician with a sound like no other. He grew up playing on the streets of the 7th ward and French Quarter, quickly establishing himself as one of NOLA’s most sought after trumpeters, playing with the best of the best, and touring with the Harry Connick Jr and his orchestra for 17 years. A decade after the storm that nearly destroyed his beloved city, Jones is navigating life as both a world renowned musician and a citizen amidst a rapidly changing New Orleans. It looks like a good story. ›››

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A Romantic Ghost Story - First Trailer for 'A Ghost Waits' Indie Film

"This one… is not afraid…" Arrow Video has released an official trailer for an indie horror sensation called A Ghost Waits, a big breakout hit from the genre film festival circuit last year. This super low budget indie flick is a cute horror romantic comedy of sorts. An ingeniously unique and unpredictable combo of horror, humor and heart, A Ghost Waits is a DIY labor of love years in the making from first-time writer/director Adam Stovall and producer/star MacLeod Andrews. A man's job requires him to clean a house, which turns out to be haunted. In the course of trying to exorcise the ghost, he falls in love with her. Starring MacLeod Andrews, Natalie Walker, Sydney Vollmer, and Amanda Miller. This is very creative and amusing to watch, but not great overall, in my opinion. Still worth a look if you're curious about this. You are not alone. ›››

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First Trailer for Crowdsourced 'Life in a Day 2020' Documentary Film

"Let's shake it up!" YouTube Originals has unveiled an official trailer for their exciting new collaborative documentary project / sequel titled Life in a Day 2020, a follow-up to the original Life in a Day film from 2010. This is premiering at the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, then debuts streaming a week later. YouTube and the filmmakers asked people all over the world to record their lives to tell the story of a single day on Earth. The filmmakers received more than 300,000 submissions, nearly 4x the number of submissions to the previous film, which includes thousands of hours of footage from 192 different countries, in more than 65 languages. Among the massive number of submissions received for consideration, notable individuals featured in the footage include COVID-19 vaccine researchers in Oxford, Rohingya & Syrian refugees, Black Lives Matter protesters, a US Army veteran reflecting on his service, a woman and her challenging fertility journey, and many more personal portraits. Take a look at the first footage from the new 2020 film below. ›››

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New Trailer for Restored Re-Release of Andrei Tarkovsky's 'Mirror'

"Everything will be… all right." Janus Films + Film at Lincoln Center have revealed a new trailer for the restored re-release of Andrei Tarkovsky's 1975 film Mirror, also known as The Mirror, originally Зеркало (Zerkalo) in Russian. Tarkovsky made this one right after finishing both Andrei Rublev and Solaris, but it got lost in time as it didn't even make its way to America until five years later, first showing at the Telluride Film Festival, then opening in cinemas in 1983. A dying man in his 40s remembers his past. His childhood, his mother, the war, personal moments and things that tell of the recent history of all the Russian nation. Mirror features Margarita Terekhova, Filipp Yankovsky, Oleg Yankovsky, Ignat Daniltsev, and Maria Tarkovskaya. For those who haven't seen it and need convincing: "Mirror stands as perhaps the most extraordinary triumph of Tarkovsky’s short yet remarkable career, fashioning an originally lyrical and oneiric style to express intimate ruminations about family, history, creation, memory, and time." See below. ›››

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First Trailer for Epic 'Godzilla vs Kong' Movie from Adam Wingard

"There is something provoking him that we're not seeing here." Warner Bros has released the first official trailer for Godzilla vs. Kong, currently set for release in late March this year after numerous delays. This highly anticipated epic sequel to the recent Godzilla movies finally pits the two mega-monsters in a battle for the fate of the world. Warner Bros is also releasing this epic monster movie on HBO Max and in theaters at the same time, so you can enjoy it any way you wish. And if it's awesome as it looks, I hope they re-release this because I'd go pay to see it again on the big screen later this year. Godzilla vs. Kong stars Alexander Skarsgård, Millie Bobby Brown, Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Shun Oguri, Eiza González, Julian Dennison, with Kyle Chandler and Demián Bichir. This footage looks epicly badass!! So many jaw-dropping shots. I'm so excited to watch this! Going to be a real event even if we're all watching at home. ›››

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Official US Trailer for French Theme Park Ride Romance Film 'Jumbo'

"Have you ever felt something for an object?" Dark Star Pictures has released an official US trailer for the French indie Jumbo, which originally premiered at last year's Sundance & Berlin Film Festivals. Finally! I've been waiting for this to get released, because it's an underrated, kinky, quirky gem that deserves to be seen. Jeanne, a shy young woman, works in an amusement park. Fascinated with carousels, she still lives at home with her mother. That's when Jeanne meets Jumbo, the park's new flagship attraction. The two start an unexpected romance that cannot be defined. Noémie Merlant (from Portrait of a Lady on Fire) stars, with Emmanuelle Bercot, Bastien Bouillon, Sam Louwyck, and Tracy Dossou. I reviewed this from Berlinale last year, saying it's "uniquely original, surprisingly serious, and impressive." A worthy discovery. ›››

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Re-Release Trailer for 1976 Country Music Film 'Heartworn Highways'

"The best music and the best whiskey come from the same part of the country." Gather ’round and revisit this classic country music documentary film Heartworn Highways. Rarely screened, the beloved 1976 documentary portrait of the outlaw country movement will be re-released nationwide in virtual cinemas on February 5th this winter. In the mid-'70s, filmmaker James Szalapski documented the then-nascent country music movement that would soon become known as "outlaw country." Inspired, in part, by newly-long-haired Willie Nelson's embrace of hippie attitudes and audiences, a younger generation of artists including Townes Van Zandt, David Alan Coe, Steve Earle and Guy Clark popularized and developed the outlaw sound. This kind of seems like the anti-country music film about country music, which means it might be worth a watch even if you don't care much for country music. As usual, this is the best time to catch up with the film. ›››

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Official Trailer for Indie Film 'Test Pattern' Starring Brittany S. Hall

"Everything in the world is about sex. Except sex." Kino Lorber has revealed an official trailer for an indie psychological thriller / realist drama titled Test Pattern, a film marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Shatara Michelle Ford. This originally premiered at the Blackstar Film Festival back in 2019, and it played at numerous other festivals the last few years. Test Pattern follows an interracial couple whose relationship is put to the test after a Black woman is sexually assaulted and her white boyfriend drives her from hospital to hospital in search of a rape kit. The film stars Brittany S. Hall, Will Brill, Gail Bean, and Drew Fuller. Winner of top prizes at both the BlackStar and New Orleans Film Festivals, this gripping social thriller offers a "unique exploration of institutional racism and sexism from a Black female point of view." Those bold title cards at the end about sex are very powerful & entirely accurate. This is worth a look. ›››

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Danielle Macdonald Wants to Sing Opera in 'Falling for Figaro' Trailer

"Some people say an opera singer needs to suffer." Entertainment Films in the UK has released an official trailer for Falling for Figaro, a spunky indie comedy about finding your voice. Literally. The latest film by acclaimed director Ben Lewin (The Sessions), Falling for Figaro is a romantic comedy set in the fierce world of opera singing competitions, starring Danielle Macdonald (Dumplin’, Patti Cake$, Skin) and Joanna Lumley (Me Before You, The Wolf of Wall Street, Absolutely Fabulous). A brilliant young fund manager leaves her unfulfilling job and a long-term boyfriend to chase her lifelong dream of becoming an opera singer… training up in the Scottish Highlands. The film's cast includes Shazad Latif, Gary Lewis, Hugh Skinner, Rebecca Benson, Bhav Joshi, and Margaret Fraser. This definitely looks like a fun British singing comedy, but I don't know how it will play with people who don't also love opera. Take a look anyway. ›››

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New Trailer for Quebecois Crime Drama 'Mafia Inc' from Daniel Grou

"Godfather or Pope, I don't want to see you or your family of crooks!" Film Movement has released the official US trailer for mafia crime drama Mafia Inc, made in Montreal by filmmaker Quebecois filmmaker Daniel Grou. Set in Montreal in the 90s, the film tells the story of the Gamache family, tailors for the Paternò Mafia family for generations. Vince works on behalf of Frank the godfather with his eldest son, and seeks to earn his stripes by impressing him, but goes too far and ends up starting a war. Based on the book with the subtitle: "The Long, Bloody Reign of Canada's Sicilian Clan." Starring Marc-André Grondin as Vince, along with Sergio Castellitto, Cristina Rosato, Benz Antoine, Mylène Mackay, Domenic Di Rosa, Gilbert Sicotte, Mark Day, Pina Di Blasi, Rafael Petardi, & Ali Hassan. This actually looks pretty good, with all the usual mafia tropes, but still cool to see a mob story set up in Montreal of all places. ›››

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Watch: 'Change' Short Doc Film About the Art of Mural Fest Kosovo

"Being in the public with a camera was no different to being in public with a weapon because of how much it could affect reality." This outstanding short documentary film takes us to the Balkan country of Kosovo, into the town of Ferizaj (Google Maps), a small city desolated by war located in the south of the country. Change is a short film made by UK-based filmmaker Doug Gillen, who traveled there in September 2020 for Mural Fest Kosovo. While there he documented the work of the "Void Projects" art collective. The film features the work of many talented mural artists, including Ampparito, Aruallan, Micheal Beitz, Helen Bur, Emilio Cerezo, Doa Oa, Alba Fabre, Ivan Floro, Maria Jose Gallardo, Retry One, Zane Prater, Vlada Trocka, and Axel Void. This is a really wonderful introduction to Kosovo and the people there, since not many know much about it other than there was a war there not too long ago. And it's also a beauitfully captured portrait of how street art and murals can bring a community together, and perhaps inspire conversation and change. ›››

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Influencer Fame Debunked in Trailer for HBO's 'Fake Famous' Doc

"Or are there unintended consequences for the worse?" HBO has revealed a trailer for a documentary film titled Fake Famous, debuting directly on the TV / streaming starting at the beginning of February. This is the feature directorial debut of tech journalist Nick Bilton, exploring the meaning of fame and influence in the digital age through a social experiment. Following three Los Angeles-based people with relatively small followings, the film explores the attempts made to turn them into famous influencers by purchasing fake followers and bots to "engage" with their social media accounts. The young trio he selects — aspiring actress Dominique, fashion designer Chris, and real estate assistant Wylie — in return have wildly different experiences as their fake followers grow by the thousands each day. Peeling back the layers to reveal what’s really happening behind the scenes of influencer fame, the film highlights our obsession with the number of likes, followers, and favorites we get and how most of our online world is more fabricated than we realize. Definitely something we need to debunk more and more as we continue to tumble down into the digital age. ›››

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New UK Trailer for Appalachian Backwoods Cult Horror 'Wrong Turn'

"Descendants of these people are still living up their on the mountain?" Signature Entertainment in the UK has released a new UK trailer for the backwoods horror thriller titled Wrong Turn, from filmmaker Mike P. Nelson. We featured the full US trailer a month ago. Technically speaking, this is actually the seventh film in the Wrong Turn franchise, despite the same title. This time around, friends hiking the Appalachian Trail are confronted by "The Foundation", a cult community of killers who have lived in the mountains for hundreds of years. Suddenly under siege, Jen and her group of friends seem headed right to the point of no return. Starring Charlotte Vega, Adain Bradley, Bill Sage, Emma Dumont, Dylan McTee, Daisy Head, Tim DeZarn, as well as Matthew Modine. This is a much better trailer than the other one, way more intense and more footage of the freaky stuff that happens in the woods. Don't stray from the trail, kids. ›››

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