Venice 2024: 'The Order' is a Riveting Action Thriller About America

"It felt like a piece of work that needed to be made now," Jude Law explained during the press conference for this film. "It's interesting looking back, but it’s always interesting finding a piece from the past that has some relationship to the present day." Indeed it is. Especially a film like this. The Order is the latest action thriller film made by acclaimed Australian filmmaker Justin Kurzel, director of The Snowtown Murders, Macbeth, Assassin's Creed, True History of the Kelly Gang, and Nitram previously. After making tons of a bunch of films about criminals in Australia, he's telling a story about a notorious American criminal - a man named Bob Mathews. The Order follows one grizzled, determined FBI agent, played by Jude Law, who is on the hunt for Bob after he realizes what's really going while investigating a series of bank robberies in the Pacific Northwest. It's a completely true story and most of the character are based on real people. This two-hour-long action thriller is a riveting, intense story about neo-Nazis in America - and is as relevant as ever. // Continue Reading ›

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'Blink' Doc Trailer - Following a Family Experiencing the World's Beauty

"Yes, they're going to need help, but at the same time, it's gonna be their life in their own way." National Geographic has revealed an official trailer for a documentary film titled Blink, following a Canadian family on an adventure of a lifetime. Or specifically – the lifetimes six human beings. After three of their children are diagnosed with an incurable eye condition, one family embarks on an epic journey to show them all of the beauty of the world before it vanishes for good. This is premiering at the 2024 Telluride Film Festival this weekend before it opens in theaters in October. Based in Montreal, Quebecois couple Edith Lemay and Sébastien Pelletier are parents to Mia, Léo, Colin and Laurent. Mia was diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa at age 7, as were her younger brothers. While spending this year traveling the world together, they received extensive media attention and were filmed for this doc. Blink of an Eye (the original title) chronicles their journey to experience the world's beauty while preparing for an inevitable future. This is really lovely and heartwarming and inspiring, but I wonder how they could afford all this travel? Still - really want to see this. // Continue Reading ›

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Venice 2024: Nicole Kidman Explores Her Sub Kink in 'Babygirl' Film

Is it time to finally start talking about our sexual kinks without worrying about being shamed by others? This is definitely the vibe this film is putting out. Is this film going to help us normalize this conversation? Maybe not, but at least it's a start... Maybe it is time we all stop hiding our kinks and start letting them into wild? Though that can be dangerous - which is also another vibe this film is putting out. Tread carefully. The first step is actually admitting your kinks and exploring them, understanding them, and not letting shame be the overwhelming emotion. Just watch out, you might get in trouble if you do this in your office at work. Babygirl is the second feature film directed by Dutch actor / filmmaker Halina Reijn after Bodies Bodies Bodies. It's an empowering sexual exploration thriller with some light humor, exploring the dynamics and pitfalls of a relationship between a high power corporate CEO and a young intern at her company. Alas it's rather tame in the sex department but nonetheless I enjoyed it - we need a proper fantasy film like this now. // Continue Reading ›

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First Look Teaser for Time Capsule Doc Film 'One To One: John & Yoko'

John & Yoko in NYC! Mercury Studios has revealed a first look teaser trailer for a compelling documentary film titled One To One: John & Yoko, which is premiering now at the 2024 Venice Film Festival. The doc is a time capsule that takes us back to the year of 1972, when John Lennon & Yoko Ono appeared in New York City and riled up the culture and politics by getting involved in activism and showing up on TV (also see: Daytime Revolution). Set in 1972 New York, this documentary explores John and Yoko's world amid a turbulent era. Centered on the "One to One" charity concert for special needs children, it features unseen archives, home movies, and restored footage. A unique take on a seminal time in the lives of one of music’s most famous couples, One To One: John & Yoko explores the 18 months that John Lennon and Yoko Ono spent living in Greenwich Village in the early 70s - and how their relationship is changed by their experience in America. This is also the time when they almost got kicked out of the US on a bogus marijuana charge. I've seen this doc and it's excellent - a fascinating look back at another turbulent time in America's history. // Continue Reading ›

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New US Trailer for Quantum Mechanics Thriller 'The Universal Theory'

"This young man here is working on something very significant." Oscilloscope Labs has revealed an official US trailer for a film titled The Universal Theory, a mysterious sci-fi-tinged thriller set deep in the Swiss mountains. This first premiered at the 2023 Venice Film Festival one year ago under the original title The Theory of Everything, and it earned mostly mixed reviews (mine is here). The noir film is set in 1962. A physics congress in the Alps. An Iranian guest. A mysterious pianist. A bizarre cloud in the sky, a booming mystery under the mountain. It's "a quantum mechanical thriller in black & white." Driven by astonishing twists and improbable coincidences, The Universal Theory unravels a captivatingly complex chronicle with brain-tickling suspense. Cast with a fantastic ensemble and interspersed with a dynamic soundtrack, The Theory of Everything is an intellectual film about the contingency of our world, in which much is possible and hardly anything is necessary. Starring Jan Bülow as Leinert, Olivia Ross as Karin, Hanns Zischler, Gottfried Breitfuss, David Bennent, & Philippe Graber. This is such a radical little film that I hope gets seen by more and more people now that it's finally getting US release. Take a look at the footage below. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'The Herricanes' Doc - 70s Women's Football League

"As women - why wouldn't we want to play America's game?" Blue Harbor Entertainment has revealed an official trailer for a documentary film called The Herricanes, a fascinating look back at sports history with an eye on moderns athletes, too. This doc premiered at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival last year and won the Audience Award in the Doc Spotlight section. The Houston Herricanes were a part of the first women's full tackle football league in the 1970s. Their unknown story is one of commitment, courage, and strength. Despite adversity and hardship, they fielded a team purely for the love of the game. What they started is a movement that is still in motion today. These groundbreaking ladies from all different walks of life came to the field with little to no experience but together they made history, even if it hasn't been told yet. Despite this story, and much progress since, there's still setbacks... As the number one sport in America, football is still only visibly played by men, and still remains the final frontier for women in sports. This documentary explores the larger question of what it means when America's most popular sport is only visible among men. // Continue Reading ›

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Review: Andres Veiel's 'Riefenstahl' is a Damning Look at Her Nazi Past

One of the most eye-opening, chilling, fascinating, and frightening documentaries this year just premiered at the Venice Film Festival. It's titled Riefenstahl, referencing the iconic & also infamous German female filmmaker Leni Riefenstahl. The film is sort of a biopic taking us through her life as a filmmaker, though it actually ends up being an indictment regarding her past association with the Nazis in the 1930s & 40s. It's the latest film directed by acclaimed German filmmaker Andres Veiel, who previously made the excellent doc Beuys (which I saw at the 2017 Berlin Film Festival and wrote about back then). For much of the film, I was wondering if Veiel is trying to portray Riefenstahl as a misunderstood artist unfairly scrutinized, or if he was going to lean in on hinting she has always been a Nazi. It's the latter. There's no debate anymore. After watching scene after scene of irrefutable evidence (which she always refutes) this becomes an eye-opening experience. By the end, I couldn't stop thinking this is a doc version of The Zone of Interest. It shows how a talented visionary artist who pioneered techniques could wholeheartedly support a dehumanizing ideology. // Continue Reading ›

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Delightful Trailer for Adam Elliot's 'Memoir of a Snail' Stop-Motion Film

"I believe in glasses half-full and silver linings..." IFC has revealed the official US trailer for the wonderful stop-motion animated film Memoir of a Snail, the latest creation from animation maestro Adam Elliot. It's set for a US release in October this fall. Adam won an Oscar in 2004 for his short Harvie Krumpet, but he is best known for his exceptional stop-motion film Mary and Max, which premiered at Sundance 2009. He's back again 15 years later with his second feature. A bittersweet memoir of a melancholic woman called Grace Pudel - a hoarder of snails, romance novels, & guinea-pigs. Set in 1970s Australia, her life is troubled by misfortune & loss. After their mom dies during pregnancy, she and her twin brother, Gilbert, are raised by their paraplegic-alcoholic former juggler father, Percy. Despite a life filled with love, tragedy strikes when Percy passes away in his sleep. The siblings are separated and thrust into different homes to grow up. With voices of Sarah Snook as Grace, Jacki Weaver, Eric Bana, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Dominique Pinon, Magda Szubanski, with Nick Cave. I totally adore this film - I wrote a glowing review which is quoted in this trailer. I'm more than happy to bring more attention to it! If you love stop-motion, this is a must watch. // Continue Reading ›

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Watch: Every Frame a Painting's Video About the 'Sustained Two-Shot'

"You can just point the camera and let the scene play out... Let the actors do what they do: tell the story." There is a brand new cinema video essay out this week from the iconic YouTube channel known as "Every Frame a Painting". They originally ran from 2014 to 2016 (we posted many back then) then stopped for a while. Now they're back preparing to release a short film called The Second. This video essay is about "The Sustained Two-Shot," which they use in their short film. The two-shot is a filmmaking / cinematography technique of framing two actors in conversation together. Sustained means it keeps going through the scene - with major examples referenced from films like Pulp Fiction, There Will Be Blood, The Dark Knight, Good Will Hunting, La La Land, The Big Lebowski, and many other classics. There's also a famously long one in Steve McQueen's Hunger. If you're a filmmaker or just want to learn more, this is a must watch video essay. // Continue Reading ›

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Crazy Scary Teaser for 'V/H/S/Beyond' Sci-Fi Horror Anthology Sequel

"Biggest discovery in human history." Here we go again! The first teaser trailer has debuted for the latest in the horror anthology series V/H/S - the next one called V/H/S/Beyond. This is the seventh collection of horror shorts featured in this series, and it will be premiering on Shudder streaming right away at the start of October for everyone to enjoy this horror season. Dive into a sci-fi nightmare with six chilling tapes that push the limits of fear. V/H/S Beyond is sci-fi horror themed this time, following up the previous V/H/S/85 80s-themed and V/H/S/99 90s-themed films from the past few years. Featuring segments from Kate Siegel, Mike Flanagan, Justin Long, and more. This latest film is produced by Josh Goldbloom, James Harris, and Michael Schreiber. There's some super scary teases in this footage! Alien creatures galore & much more. 🛸 // Continue Reading ›

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Teaser Trailer for Strange Political Comedy 'Rumours' from Guy Maddin

"The giant brain!!" Bleecker Street has revealed the first teaser trailer for Rumours, an extra funky dark comedy about politics from the filmmakers Guy Maddin, Evan Johnson and Galen Johnson. This oriignally premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival earlier this year to mostly mixed to negative reviews, as it burns out pretty quickly after a hilarious start. In times of global crisis, the brightest and biggest brains of the free world gather to provide leadership. The "wildly entertaining" Rumours film is an apocalyptic horror-comedy about how dumb politicians really are. The leaders of seven wealthy democracies come together during a G7 summit in Germany. But they end up getting lost in the woods when everyone else suddenly disappears and they can't where to go, facing danger as they attempt to find their way out. The ensemble cast of politicians features Cate Blanchett (Germany), Roy Dupuis (Canada), Nikki Amuka-Bird (UK), Charles Dance (USA), Takehiro Hira (Japan), Denis Ménochet (France), Rolando Ravello (Italy), + Zlatko Buric and Alicia Vikander. This is a fun, kooky, quick teaser that sets the tone. Not much footage to see just yet. // Continue Reading ›

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First Promo Trailer for 'Miyazaki, Spirit of Nature' Environmental Doc

"The 21st century is a tricky time. Our future isn't clear." Le Bons Clients revealed a festival promo trailer for Miyazaki, Spirit of Nature, yet another new documentary film about Hayao Miyazaki. There have been so many of them recently, including another one at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival. This one is made by a French filmmaker named Leo Favier and is originally titled Miyazaki, L'Esprit de la Nature - it'll be premiering at the 2024 Venice Film Festival in their Venice Classics section. The new film is being described as the "first documentary to focus on Miyazaki's deep connection to nature and the environmental themes expressed through his films." Featuring archival footage, interviews, conversations and more - the doc takes a closer look at Miyazaki-san's relationship with our environment and Mother Earth. Examining his passion for animation and advocacy for the natural world. Yep this is a must watch doc for me! Especially because I enjoy hearing about other people chat about Miyazaki's movies and his love for this planet. Get a look below. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'The Radleys' Dark Comedy About a Vampire Family

"We've wanted to live as normal a life as possible." Sky Cinemas has revealed their official trailer for a dark comedy called The Radleys, arriving in UK cinemas this fall. We missed this trailer when it first appeared but happy to catch up with it. The film just premiered at the 2024 Edinburgh Film Festival last week, though it still has no US date set. It's the story of a seemingly ordinary family with a dark secret: they are vampires. However, they're abstaining vampires. They choose not to drink blood despite their own natural cravings, but their truth is revealed one day. The shocking revelation encourages lovesick son Rowan and previously vegan Clara to question their own identity and suppressed desires. Peter's twin brother Will arrives (played by Damian Lewis in a dual role as both). A proud, practicing vampire who openly embraces his hedonistic, bloodthirsty lifestyle, Will forces the family to face their repressed urges even more intensely. Can the family continue to hold back their hidden bloodlust, or will they give in to their true nature? Lewis stars with Kelly Macdonald, Shaun Parkes, Harry Baxendale, Bo Bragason, & Sophia Di Martino. The film seems very similar to the Quebecois vamp comedy Humanist Vampire Seeking Consenting Suicidal Person as well. // Continue Reading ›

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Extra Teaser for Sci-Fi Film 'Meanwhile on Earth' with Megan Northam

"A stunning sci-fi experience." Metrograph Pics has revealed another teaser for the indie sci-fi film titled Meanwhile on Earth, from French filmmaker Jérémy Clapin. It's now rescheduled to open in November, shifting a few months from the initial September date for a better fit later in the fall. This first premiered at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival earlier in the year. Jérémy Clapin is the same director who made the excellent animated film I Lost My Body, which anyone can now watch on Netflix. In this new film, a young woman is contacted by her missing brother, an astronaut who vanished on a mission, but all is not what it seems in this sci-fi thriller. The intro from Berlinale explains: "Siblings Elsa & Franck were always very close. When Franck mysteriously disappeared during a space mission three years ago, everything changed for Elsa. Since then, the 23-year-old has struggled to move on with her life. One day she is contacted by an unidentified life form who offers to bring her brother back to Earth. But there is a price to pay..." Megan Northam stars as Elsa, with Catherine Salée, Sam Louwyck, Roman Williams, and Sofia Lesaffre. My festival review is quoted in this trailer - it's a mesmerizing thriller with a few sneaky twists & turns in it. Take a look below. // Continue Reading ›

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Eerie New Trailer for 'Monsters: The Lyle & Erik Menendez Story' Series

"It's just us now... we're on our own." Netflix has debuted a second teaser for true crime series Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story, from Ryan Murphy & Ian Brennan. From the makers of Dahmer comes this series streaming in September. It's a dramatic version of their story, not really a doc series, but a thriller series based on a real crime examining what might've been the actual story. Two wealthy brothers stand trial for killing their parents, claiming self-defense after years of abuse, while prosecutors allege greed as the motive. The story follows Lyle and Erik Menendez, two brothers who fatally shot their parents in their Beverly Hills home in 1989. During their trials, the brothers cited years of abuse as the reason for murdering their parents. However, prosecutors argued that their motive was to get their hands on the family fortune. Javier Bardem & Chloë Sevigny star as their parents Jose & Kitty Menendez, with newcomers Nicholas Alexander Chavez & Cooper Koch portraying brothers Lyle & Erik Menendez. Nathan Lane also co-stars as the journalist Dominick Dunne. That's a great cast though we barely see any of them in this. // Continue Reading ›

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Full Trailer for 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' with Keanu Reeves as Shadow

"Project Shadow is far beyond anything we've ever encountered." Keanu as a bad guy! Paramount Pictures has revealed an official trailer for the next Sonic the Hedgehog 3 sequel, which will be landing in theaters in December later this year. Once again directed by Jeff Fowler, this hybrid CGI-animated live-action sequel follows Sonic the Hedgehog 1 (2020) and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022) previously. They're knocking these out every 2 years, which is crazy to see it still going remembering the whole weird teeth fiasco with the first movie. New adventure. New rival. All your old friends. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance to defeat him. The full cast includes James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Adam Pally, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, Lee Majdoub, Idris Elba, Krysten Ritter, with Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik and Keanu Reeves as Shadow. Just like the other two movies, it looks like a blast! Have fun. // Continue Reading ›

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Laugh At This: Beetlejuice Goes on 'Hot Ones' and Argues with Keaton

"Who the hell are you?" Some might know him as... Batman! Warner Bros has dropped in a funny comedy promo for the Beetlejuice Beetlejuice sequel. This highly anticipated Burton follow-up is premiering this week at the Venice Film Festival, then opening in theaters the week after. This promo is a riff on the famous Hot Ones YouTube series, featuring comedian Sean Evans interviewing celebrities while they eat chicken wings with burning hot sauce on them. But this is an unofficial riff - so it's literally just the actor Michael Keaton interviewing the character Betelgeuse, resulting in some extra strange moments. But it isn't long enough! Barely 90 seconds! I'd watch a full 15 minute YouTube with these shenanigans, but I guess they'd need the real Sean Evans from Hot Ones on there. (They did recently get Donald Duck on for real in another Hot Ones promo.) Keaton returns as the miscreant Betelgeuse and Winona Ryder stars again as Lydia, in this horror comedy sequel from maestro director Tim Burton. We've already posted all of the trailers for this movie before. Just a funny promo video to keep a buzz going before it opens in theaters soon. 🌶 Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Alex Wolff Stars in College Fraternity Thriller 'The Line' Teaser Trailer

"You want to be party of the family, you go through this!" Utopia has revealed the teaser for the fraternity thriller tilted The Line, which is now releasing this fall. It originally premiered in 2023 at the Tribeca Film Festival last year, with stops at the Zurich & Sarastoa Film Festivals as well. The Line is a campus thriller that plunges into the dangerous world of college frats and blind adherence to tradition. Alex Wolff as Tom, a scholarship student seduced into the alluring, dangerous world of college fraternities. Desperate to escape his working-class background, Tom is torn between a new romance with a classmate and the machinations of his fraternity president, becoming ensnared in a perilous game of ambition and loyalty. Wolff stars with Lewis Pullman and Halle Bailey. The Line cast also features Austin Abrams, the late Angus Cloud, Bo Mitchell, Cheri Oteri, Scoot McNairy, Denise Richards, and John Malkovich. Looks unsettling in a bad way - can only handle so much hazing before it's gross. But they like to say, brotherhood is forever. // Continue Reading ›

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First US Teaser Trailer for 'Emilia Pérez' Musical from Jacques Audiard

"Zoe Saldana brings a burning intensity..." Netflix has unveiled their teaser trailer for the acclaimed film Emilia Pérez, a musical about a Mexican cartel leader transitioning to a woman. This is the latest film by award-winning French filmmaker Jacques Audiard (A Prophet, Rust & Bone, Dheepan, Sisters Brothers), and it premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival earlier this year where it won Jury Prize & Best Actress prizes. We already posted the French trailer a few months ago. Talented lawyer Rita receives an unexpected offer... She has to help a feared cartel boss retire from his business and disappear forever by becoming the woman he's always dreamed of being. It's set mostly in Mexico, following the story of Rita and Manitas – and what happens after he switches to a she. The film stars Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, Adriana Paz, Edgar Ramírez, Mark Ivanir. I think this is an amazing film! I raved about it in my review from Cannes - you've never seen anything like it before. At least they're not shying away from the musical side of it in this teaser. Curious to hear reviews when it plays on Netflix later this year - take a look. // Continue Reading ›

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Deragh Campbell in Canadian RomCom 'Matt and Mara' Official Trailer

"They go away and you still have to live your own life..." The Cinema Guild in NYC has revealed an official trailer for an indie film titled Matt and Mara, an unconventional and awkward romantic comedy made by acclaimed filmmaker Kazik Radwanski. This premiered at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival earlier in the year, and it also played at the Melbourne Film Festival in Australia. A young professor struggles in her marriage, only to meet Matt, a friend from her past who wanders onto her university campus. When Mara's husband unexpectedly cancels plans to drive her to an out-of-town conference, Matt accompanies Mara on the trip instead. Along the way, the tension surrounding their undefined relationship slowly grows... The film stars Deragh Campbell (who was also in Kazik Radwanski's last film Anne at 13,000 Ft) and Matt Johnson (also known as the director of BlackBerry and other great Canadian films). In a world of cheesy romcoms, here's one that is so honest & so real, and so unlike most other films out there. Highly recommend this one. // Continue Reading ›

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Wonderful Trailer for 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' Doc

"What is a hero? I think a hero is: an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere & endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles." Warner Bros and DC have revealed the must watch official trailer for the outstanding documentary film called Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, which is now being presented by the current DC Studios head James Gunn. This initially premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival earlier in the year to rave reviews - it's a remarkably powerful doc, one of the best of the year so far. Talented doc filmmakers Ian Bonhôte & Peter Ettedgui "soar to new heights" with their emotional & deeply moving account of the story of the late Christopher Reeve, who became an iconic movie star as the iconic "Man of Steel" superhero in the blockbuster Superman films of the late 1970s & 1980s – until a near-fatal accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. This epic doc details Reeve’s pivot to determined activism for spinal cord injury cures and disability rights and care, an empowering journey that his three children – Matthew, Alexandra and Will – would eventually continue after his untimely death. This is one of the most moving films of the year, a triumphant & inspiring look at the life of this incredible man, and also his family. // Continue Reading ›

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US Trailer for Anime 'Look Back' Based on Tatsuki Fujimoto's Manga

"I'm glad I came out of my room. I had so much fun." GKids has revealed the full US trailer for an animated movie called Look Back, a Japanese anime based on a beloved manga. It already opened in Japan in June and earned over 1 billion yen at the box office in two weeks. Due to popular demand, Look Back remains in theaters and has since expanded its Japanese domestic run. Now ready to open in US theaters this fall in October, showing the original language version with English subtitles. The overly confident Fujino and the introverted Kyomoto couldn't be more different. Their love of drawing manga is the one thing connecting these contrasting girls. However, one day something happens to them that brings them both closer. A heart-wrenching and impactful story about growing up. Based on the acclaimed manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator of "Chainsaw Man", Look Back captures the highs and lows of pursuing artistic excellence and the special bonds formed through creative collaboration. This lovely story is the unforgettable feature-length directorial debut from Kiyotaka Oshiyama that will leave you in tears and inspire you to chase your own artistic dreams. With Yumi Kawai & Mizuki Yoshida. Looks like a film everyone growing up can enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Comedian Jamie Lee Stars in Pregnancy Comedy Film 'Plan B' Trailer

"We slept together! Doesn't that mean anything?" Apparently not... Quiver Distr. has revealed an official trailer for Plan B, an indie comedy from filmmaker Brandon Tamburri making his first feature. Not to be confused with Natalie Morales' other pregnancy comedy also called Plan B that's now streaming on Hulu - why call them the same thing? I don't know. This one could get a different title, it doesn't need to be called Plan B at all... When a drunken one night stand with her awkward, weirdo neighbor leaves her pregnant, a woman decides to quickly sleep with a successful businessman and tell him he’s the father of her unborn baby. Comedian / actress Jamie Lee (not Jamie Lee Curtis) stars as Piper & the goofy neighbor she doesn't want is played by Jon Heder of Napoleon Dynamite fame. Poor guy. The ensemble cast includes Shannon Elizabeth, Tom Berenger, Kate Flannery, Michael Lombardi, Vernon Davis, Subhah Agarwal, and Daniel K. Isaac. This looks extra cheesy and cute and funny, but also obviously a direct-to-video film. // Continue Reading ›

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Bloody Red Band Trailer for Netflix's 'Terminator Zero' Sci-Fi Thriller

Less than one week until Judgment Day. Are you prepared? What will you do on Judgment Day? Netflix has launched a bloody, violent, completely badass new red band trailer for their anime sci-fi series Terminator Zero. It launches on Netflix streaming next week - starting on August 29th. Created and executive produced by Mattson Tomlin and executive produced by Skydance Animation by Production IG Studios in Japan, the 8-episode series will be part of the Terminator universe but focuses on new characters. Set in the year 2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an army of machines. Connecting back to 1997: when the AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war on humanity. Sonoya Mizuno stars as the voice of "Eiko," the resistance fighter sent back in time to stop Skynet's impending attack. The main voice cast includes Timothy Olyphant as Terminator, André Holland as Malcolm Lee, Rosario Dawson as Koroko, & Ann Dowd as The Prophet. The series is directed by Masashi Kudo. The more footage they show, the more awesome this series looks - I'm fully intrigued. I'll definitely be watching. // Continue Reading ›

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Trailer for 'How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies' Thai Comedy

"It's good to have you around. It's fun." Well Go USA has unveiled the official US trailer for a Thai dramedy movie titled How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies in English, originally known as just Lahn Mah in Thai. Made by Thai filmmaker Pat Boonntipat, this already opened in theaters in Thailand earlier this year, and it will be soon getting a US release in select theaters (this Sept). After his grandmother is diagnosed with cancer, a scheming young man moves in to care for her, motivated by a desire to secure her fortune for himself. Unfortunately for him, it turns out that winning Grandma's favor is no easy feat. This stars Putthipong Assaratanakul (aka Billkin) as M, Usha Seamkhum as Amah, Sanya Kunakorn, Sarinrat Thomas, Pongsatorn Jongwilas, & Tontawan Tantivejaku. I have to say - this film actually looks really sweet and sentimental, a nice comedy but also a heartwarming story about these two connecting despite his original intentions. The trailer is worth a watch - some folks might end up being really into this. // Continue Reading ›

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Classic Trailer Rewatch: Damon, Affleck, Williams' 'Good Will Hunting'

"For the first time in his life he's about to meet his match." This enduring 90s classic is almost always a wholesome, invigorating watch anytime and anyplace. Good Will Hunting originally opened in theaters in December of 1997, some 27 years ago. It was the film that gave Ben Affleck & Matt Damon their first Oscar. And Robin Williams won a much deserved Oscar as well for his performance as Dr. Sean Maguire. Starring Robin Williams, Matt Damon, and Ben Affleck, Good Will Hunting shows the most brilliant mind at America's top university isn’t a student, he is the kid who cleans the floors... Will is a headstrong, working-class genius who is failing the lessons of life. After one too many run-ins with the law, Will’s last chance is a psychology professor, who might be the only man who can reach him. Finally forced to deal with his past, Will discovers that the only one holding him back is himself. For a long time, I kept confusing this film with Dead Poets Society - both uplifting stories set at universities about learning to understand & harness your own intelligence. The GWH cast also includes Cole Hauser, Minnie Driver, and Stellan Skarsgård. If you haven't seen it in a while, give this a watch this weekend. And enjoy these classic original trailers below. // Continue Reading ›

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Megan Stott Escapes into the Wilderness in 'Penelope' Series Trailer

"It's like – I'm being called... Please don't go looking for me." Out into the forest we go. 🌲🌲🌲 Netflix has revealed the official trailer for an indie streaming series called Penelope, created by producer / filmmaker Mel Eslyn (director of Biosphere previously). This series is a Duplass Brothers Production, created entirely independently by them. Megan Stott (from Little Fires Everywhere, Yes Day, Aftermath) plays the title character, a 16-year-old who feels out of place in modern society and is drawn into the unknown wilderness (in Cascade National Park in Northern Washington), where she begins to form a new life for herself. Austin Abrams also co-stars as Sam, with Krisha Fairchild as Helena, Rhenzy Feliz as Peter, plus Cynthia Geary & Barry O'Neil as her parents. It's clearly a passion project for Mark Duplass and Mel Eslyn, a nice little adventure about trying to escape from the chaos of modern life. This looks wonderful - worth a watch. // Continue Reading ›

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Alessandra Lacorazza's Sundance 2024 Winner 'In the Summers' Trailer

"You guys wanna stay?" Music Box Films has unveiled an official trailer for a film titled In the Summers, an indie drama from filmmaker Alessandra Lacorazza that originally premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. The film won the festival's top prize at the end, dubbed the U.S. Grand Jury Prize, along with the Directing Award - two big awards for this thoughtful, authentic indie drama. Siblings Violeta and Eva live with their mother, but every summer they travel to New Mexico to spend time with their loving but unpredictable father in this moving that drama follows them from adolescence to adulthood. The story is set only "in the summers" whenever they arrive in NM to spend time with their estranged father, played by René "Residente" Pérez Joglar in an unforgettable role. On a journey that spans the formative years of their lives, two sisters navigate their loving but volatile father during their annual visits to his home in Las Cruces. Starring Sasha Calle and Lío Mehiel, with Sharlene Cruz, Leslie Grace, Emma Ramos, Kimaya Thais Limon, Allison Salinas, Dreya Castillo, and Luciana Elisa Quiñonez. Worth a look. // Continue Reading ›

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First Trailer for 'The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim' Anime

"The boy I knew would never wish for war." Warner Bros has unveiled the first epic trailer for the animated movie The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim, the first big LOTR animated movie to be made. This is set for a theatrical release in December right around Christmas - they're still sticking with the plan to open this on the big screen. Set 183 years before the events of the Lord of the Rings film trilogy, The War of the Rohirrim tells the story of Helm Hammerhand, a legendary king of Rohan, and his family as they defend their kingdom against an army of Dunlendings. Helm goes on to be the namesake for the stronghold Helm's Deep. A sudden attack by Wulf, a clever & ruthless Dunlending lord seeking vengeance for the death of his father, forces Helm Hammerhand, the King of Rohan, and his people to make a daring last stand. The cast includes Brian Cox as Helm, Gaia Wise as Hèra, Luke Pasqualino as Wulf, Laurence Ubong Williams as Fréaláf, Shaun Dooley as Freca, Miranda Otto (returning) to narrate as Éowyn. The team of creative collaborators returning from the trilogy also includes Oscar winners Alan Lee & Richard Taylor, and Tolkien illustrator John Howe; it's produced by Fran Walsh & Peter Jackson as well, making it very much a LOTR trilogy spin-off story rather than something new. This looks badass! Fire up the trailer below. // Continue Reading ›

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Fun Official UK Trailer for 'Bookworm' Adventure Feat. Elijah Wood

"Can I make one thing perfectly clear? This tent is a fart-free zone. Clear?" Signature Ent. in the UK has unveiled their own official trailer for the adventure comedy from New Zealand titled Bookworm. This is releasing now in NZ & Australia this month, with a UK release set for direct-to-VOD this November. It will likely also hit VOD in the US this fall but nothing has been confirmed yet. Eleven year old Mildred's world is turned upside-down when her estranged father, the washed-up magician Strawn Wise, comes to look after her and agrees to take her camping to find a mythological beast known as the Canterbury Panther. Elijah Wood stars as her eccentric absent dad who returns home to her in New Zealand, with Nell Fisher as Mildred, and a small indie cast including Morgana O’Reilly, Michael Smiley, & Vanessa Stacey. Plus the beautiful NZ wilderness as a character and the backdrop. It's impossible not to compare this to Waititi's Hunt for the Wilderpeople, with the same kind of vibe. Though it does still have some quirky fun ideas of its own, and looks especially amusing when Wood tries to using his magician skills at the most awkward times. // Continue Reading ›

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Fun Trailer for 'LEGO Pixar: BrickToons' Animated Pixar Shorts Series

"Keep your eyes peeled for anything dangerous." Another fun new animated LEGO creation to enjoy. Pixar has debuted an official trailer for a mini-series featuring LEGO versions of a few of their best movies. LEGO Pixar: Bricktoons is a brand-new series of shorts with fan-favorite Pixar characters. BrickToons catches up with Marlin and Dory from Finding Nemo (2003), Jack-Jack and his super siblings Dash and Violet from The Incredibles (2004), Lightning McQueen and Mater from the original Cars (2006), Merida and her rambunctious baby brothers from Brave (2012), and both Miguel & Hector from Lee Unkrich & Adrian Molina's Coco (2017) in an entertaining series of LEGO-styled animated adventures for which no assembly is required. All five episodes begin streaming exclusively on Disney+ in two weeks. Will these be any good? // Continue Reading ›

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Extra Bloody Red Band Teaser for 'Twilight of the Gods' Netflix Series

"You ask for surrender? Here is my answer!" Netflix has unveiled a badass teaser trailer for the animated series Twilight of the Gods, the next Zack Snyder project out this year. He has been developing this in tandem with the Rebel Moon movies - first look was this summer. It's inspired by Norse Mythology. The Twilight of the Gods refers events that led to the destruction of Midgard and Asgard, then the death of most of the Æsir and Vanir gods in an ultimate battle against evil, the forces of nature and the Giants. From Stone Quarry Animation working with Xilam Animation. This event brings Snyder's "daring & spectacular vision" of ancient Norse mythology to life. Featuring the voices of Sylvia Hoeks, Stuart Martin, Pilou Asbaek, John Noble, Paterson Joseph, Rahul Kohli, Jamie Clayton, Peter Stormare, Kristopher Hivju, Jamie Chung, Lauren Cohan, and Corey Stoll. The producer explains: "I think there’s an expectation when you see something that Zack Snyder's involved with, that it's going to have really great hardcore action and that it's going to be sexy. For all the Zack fans out there, we needed to really deliver on that." Fire it up. // Continue Reading ›

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Goblin Mayhem in Wacky Canadian Comedy 'Frankie Freako' Trailer

"Let's boogie!!" It's time to get Freako!! Shout Studios has debuted the full official trailer for a wacky horror (maybe??) comedy called Frankie Freako, the latest by filmmaker Steven Kostanski behind the other cult classic horror faves Manborg, The Void, and Psycho Goreman. Well this looks off the charts weird! This movie "taps into the nostalgia of Saturday morning cartoons, the charm of old-school puppetry, and gonzo comedy." Workaholic yuppie Conor is in an existential rut until one night he catches a bizarre ad for a party hotline hosted by a strange dancing goblin: Frankie Freako. Could this be just the secret to spice up his boring life? Soon his home is overrun with interdimensional beings that bring chaos to his life and he must figure out how to get rid of them. Frankie Freako stars Conor Sweeney as the dweeb Conor, with Adam Brooks, and Kristy Wordsworth as his wife. Featuring tons of freaky funky goblin puppets galore and so many over-the-top set pieces tossed in. With old school filmmaking vibes. This looks crazy! Reminds me of Gremlins but with more punk-y critters than nasty ones. Everyone really needs to see how wacky this looks. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Coke Daniels' Atlanta Crime Drama 'The Waterboyz'

"Kids are getting killed every day out here in these streets over nothing." Quiver has unveiled the trailer for a film titled The Waterboyz, the newest film by filmmaker Coke Daniels. This first premiered at the 2024 American Black Film Festival and will be out in limited theaters starting next month. In the streets of ATL, two young men cross paths. One is trying to make a legit living, the other trying to create mayhem and rule the streets. The Waterboyz takes place in the heat of Atlanta's streets, where Drew's college dreams clash with the gritty reality of street vending, alongside his best friend Dolo, who's got simpler dreams of cars and girls. When their corner hustle draws dangerous attention from both gangs and cops, Drew is faced with a choice: the quick money of the streets or the long game towards a better life. This stars Akili McDowell as Drew and Antwar Walker as Dolo, as well as Quavo, La La Anthony, Omar Dorsey, and Rockmund Dunbar. Looks like a pretty good film with a riveting story about a dangerous life on the streets of Atlanta. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos' Docu

"I had no idea what I was doing... But I knew it was gonna be about money and death." HBO has revealed a trailer for 2-part documentary film called Wise Guy: David Chase and The Sopranos, a fascinating look back at the making of the iconic HBO show. This is set to premiere streaming on Max and on HBO in September this fall. "The man behind the cultural phenomenon." In Wise Guy, The Sopranos creator David Chase offers a unique look into his work on the hit series. From his own upbringing in an Italian American family in north New Jersey, with a complicated mother and a fascination with cinema, Chase details his entrée into Hollywood, where he wrote for a multitude of television shows, and his relationship with HBO as he pitched and developed his anti-hero mobster Tony Soprano. With candor and self-reflection, Chase digs into the challenges of running a successful show, the inevitable "deaths" of some of the fave characters, and his creative working relationship with the late James Gandolfini. This new HBO doc event takes us into the writers' room, demonstrating how a TV show about a multi-layered mob boss became a cultural milestone, a beloved fan-favorite, and a revolutionary screen sensation. This is a must watch for every last Sopranos fan. // Continue Reading ›

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Pedro Almodóvar's 'The Room Next Door' Teaser with Moore & Swinton

Meet Ingrid & Martha. Sony Classics has revealed a first look teaser trailer for The Room Next Door, the first ever English language feature from beloved Spanish filmmaker Pedro Almodóvar. A few of his recent short films have been in English (including The Human Voice and Strange Way of Life) but this is the first feature that's entirely in English; adapted from "What Are You Going Through" by Sigrid Nunez. The plot deals with the rift between two old friends Martha, a very imperfect mother and war correspondent, and the author Ingrid. They were close friends in their youth, working at the same magazine, but now they're writing entirely different things and have drifted apart it seems. The drama stars Julianne Moore as Ingrid, and Tilda Swinton as Martha, with Alessandro Nivola, John Turturro, Alex Høgh Andersen, Melina Matthews, Juan Diego Botto, Victoria Luengo, and Esther McGregor. Almodóvar's The Room Next Door is premiering soon at the 2024 Venice Film Festival in competition, and it will also screen at the New York & Toronto Film Festivals this fall. Of course this looks gorgeous, especially all snow drifting in the air. // Continue Reading ›

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Featurettes About Bear McCreary's New Score for 'The Rings of Power'

"All the crossroads converge as Galadriel faces Sauron." Prime Video has revealed a series of featurettes for Season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power focusing on the score by composer Bear McCreary (known for The Walking Dead, Battlestar Galactica, Godzilla: King of the Monsters). In Season 2, after the finale of Season 1: Sauron has returned. Cast out by Galadriel, without army or ally, the rising Dark Lord must now rely on his own cunning to rebuild his strength and oversee the creation of the Rings of Power, which will allow him to bind all the peoples of Middle-earth to his sinister will. The latest trailer looks incredible, even bigger & better this time. Bear McCreary returns after composing the score for Season 1 and continues to follow in the footsteps of maestro Howard Shore to create a new score for Middle Earth. He doesn't talk about that much in these videos below, but he does say how he's excited every single day to work on this. He talks about Galadriel fighting Sauron, the darker themes of the series, and the how they've evolved in Season 2. There's also a video with singer Rufus Wainwright working with Bear to record Tom Bombadil's Song for the series. I cannot wait for this second season to kick off - it looks truly spectacular. // Continue Reading ›

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Another UK Trailer for Investigative Thriller 'Damaged' Set in Scotland

"Are you a wolf in sheep's clothes?" Signature Entertainment in the UK has revealed their own official UK trailer for the crime thriller called Damaged, made by filmmaker Terry McDonough. We already posted the original US trailer and the film opened in the US in the spring earlier this year. The film follows Dan Lawson, a Chicago detective, who travels to Scotland to link up with Scottish Det. Glen Boyd, following the resurgence of a serial killer who's crimes match an unsolved case that he also looked into five years previous in Chicago. Will they figure out the connection or not? Samuel L. Jackson stars as Lawson, and Scottish actor Gianni Capaldi co-stars as Boyd, also credited on co-writing the screenplay. The tagline asks: "How do you catch a brilliant monster?" So many crime thrillers these days about "smart" criminals. The cast also includes Vincent Cassel, Laura Haddock, John Hannah, Katie Dickie, and Brian McCardie. This "shocking thriller" is already out in the US if you want to watch - and it will be streaming in the UK this fall. // Continue Reading ›

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Teaser #3 for 'Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft' Animated Series

"If this is the live you've chosen, don't make the same mistakes he did." Netflix has revealed one more real teaser for the upcoming animated series called Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, based on the video games (not the movies). Only a few months to go until this is out! Picking up after the events of the highly successful Tomb Raider video game Survivor trilogy as told in 2013's Tomb Raider, 2015's Rise of the Tomb Raider, and 2018's Shadow of the Tomb Raider, the animated series follows Lara Croft as she takes on the role of the iconic tomb raider that she is destined to become. The series will star Hayley Atwell as the new voice of Croft, taking over from Camilla Luddington, who was the voice in the games. With Powerhouse Animation behind the animation in the series. Along with Atwell, the voice cast includes Allen Maldonado as Zip, and Earl Baylon reprising his role as Jonah from Tomb Raider video games, and other voices not yet revealed. This is the third teaser, though it's the first one they've officially labeled as a "teaser", and the footage seems better & better the closer we get to the debut in October. This series looks like it will kick ass. // Continue Reading ›

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Full Trailer for Wild Greek Gods Series 'Kaos' with Goldblum & McTeer

"I am one person. What can I do?" "All the best things are human." Netflix has revealed the full trailer for a series titled Kaos, a "modern day contemporary retelling of Greek mythology." The much crazier teaser also debuted recently. From the writer of "The End of the F*cking World" and the producers of Chernobyl. Kaos is a mythological dark-comedy series created by Charlie Covell - available for streaming in a few weeks. The series revolves around six human beings on Earth as they discover their connection to each other and to a long standing ancient prophecy while they deal with corrupt and arrogant gods of the Greek mythology. The cast features Jeff Goldblum as Zeus, Janet McTeer as Hera, Cliff Curtis as Poseidon, David Thewlis as Hades, Killian Scott as Orpheus, Nabhaan Rizwan as Dionysus, Billie Piper as Cassandra, Debi Mazar as Medusa, and Suzy Eddie Izzard as Lachy. And four mortals – Riddy (Aurora Perrineau), Orpheus (Killian Scott), Caneus (Misia Butler) & Ari (Leila Farzad) who come from different walks of life, all cosmically connected in the battle against Zeus. This new trailer focuses more on the mortal humans, a group of them who defy the gods & fight against their arrogance by challenging them. I hope this is good... // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Myanmar Prison Fight Action Movie 'The Lockdown'

"You're in a death factory. Unless you figure out how to survive... you won't." Even that one line is awful. Republic Pictures via Paramount has revealed an official trailer for The Lockdown, a martial arts action thriller from filmmaker Ryan C Jaeger making his feature directorial debut. Another of these direct-to-video dumps, an exceptionally generic action movie from Myanmar made by the same producers that also made Art of Eight Limbs. Looks like they made two films in a row in Myanmar and Thailand and this is the second one. Siblings Charlie and Jack are trapped in Myanmar's toughest prison and accused of a crime they didn't commit. Forced into televised fights against other inmates, they must work together and fight hard for their freedom. Starring Caity Lotz, Leo Howard, Michael Biehn, Hon Ping Tang, Jennifer Blanc-Biehn, and Kelly B. Jones, and many others. This film looks only slightly better than Art of Eight Limbs, mostly because it takes place entirely in the prison and in a fighting ring. I just hope the action is actually worth it. // Continue Reading ›

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Teaser Trailer for Ryan Murphy's Horror Series 'Grotesquerie' from FX

"I don't know how it started... It's like a hole opened in the world – to the center of nothingness..." FX has revealed a very eerie teaser trailer for the new Ryan Murphy horror series called Grotesquerie. It's set for a streaming debut in September this fall just in time for this year's horror season. In Ryan Murphy's 10-episode event, a series of heinous crimes have unsettled a small community. Detective Lois Tryon feels these crimes are eerily personal, as if someone—or something—is taunting her. With no leads and unsure of where to turn, she accepts the help of Sister Megan. However, they find themselves ensnared in a sinister web that only seems to raise more questions than answers. Grotesquerie stars Niecy Nash-Betts as Lois, Courtney B. Vance as Marshall Tryon, Lesley Manville as Nurse Redd, Micaela Diamond as Sister Megan, plus Nicholas Alexander Chavez as Father Charlie, Raven Goodwin as Merritt Tryon, and strangely it also has football player / Taylor Swift boyfriend Travis Kelce. This is an exceptional teaser, extra stylish and so mysterious. I dig all the swirling purples, neon reds, and unsettling vibes. Yep that footage got my attention. // Continue Reading ›

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Martial Arts Action 'Art of Eight Limbs' Official Trailer with Ludi Lin

"We look forward to seeing you fight." Republic Pictures via Paramount has unveiled the official trailer for Art of Eight Limbs - the title is just another term for Muay Thai Boxing. The martial arts action movie is playing in select theaters now before it's on VOD later this month. A small release that we've barely heard about. Four canisters of deadly VX nerve gas have fallen into the hands of an arms dealer in Myanmar. A CIA data analyst goes undercover to infiltrate a martial arts tournament that masks an auction of the deadly nerve gas, where he finds himself as the last hope against a time-ticking global threat. Can he pull off a win and save the world? Chinese-Canadian actor Ludi Lin (who played Liu Kang in the recent 2021 Mortal Kombat movie) stars as the CIA analyst. The cast includes Thai actors Sahajak Boonthanakit & Vithaya Pansringarm, both were in Nicolas Winding Refn's Only God Forgives, as the villains; along with Grace Vorananth, Nicholas Hammond, Ron Smoorenburg, and Tofan Pirani. This looks extremely cheap and derivative, even the fights don't look very entertaining. It seems like an obvious direct-to-video dump... // Continue Reading ›

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Great Trailer for NYC Comedy 'Notice to Quit' Starring Michael Zegen

"I am so glad you showed up this morning!" Whiskey Creek has debuted the trailer for Notice to Quit, an indie dramedy marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Simon Hacker. This film is being given a big nationwide release in theaters in late September. A failing father attempts to salvage some semblance of paternal standing while being fully exposed for the fraud that he is. Michael Zegen (from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel) stars as Andy Singer, a struggling New York City realtor caught in the cycle of renting rundown apartments, who finds his world crashing down around him when his estranged 10-year-old daughter, Anna, shows up unannounced on his doorstep while he's being evicted. Shot on 35mm around the city, the film unfolds as a poignant comedy of misadventures amidst the oppressive heat of a single summer day. Kasey Bella Suarez, Isabel Arraiza, Eric Berryman, & Michael Angelo Covino also star in this exploration of family dynamics, redemption, and survival amidst the chaos of urban life. Yep this looks like a winner! An excellent trailer introducing all the characters and the comedy, capturing the beautiful madness of NYC life. // Continue Reading ›

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Title Reveal Teaser Trailer for Laika's 'Wildwood' Animated Adventure

"When the first settlers came here, they called the woods the impassable wilderness. It was a warning... to keep away." That's quite an ominous intro! I'm excited to see more from this. Laika has revealed another quick teaser for their next stop-motion animated movie titled Wildwood, which is once again directed by Travis Knight (of Kubo and the Two Strings). They originally started production in 2021, and it's expected to debut sometime in early 2025. The character of Prue was revealed in the first look magazine cover last month. Prue McKeel (voiced by Peyton Elizabeth Lee) and her best friend Curtis are drawn into a hidden, magical forest outside Portland after Prue's baby brother Mac is kidnapped by crows, led by a mysterious woman named Alexandra. The cast includes Jacob Tremblay as Curtis, Carey Mulligan, Awkwafina, Mahershala Ali, Angela Bassett, Jake Johnson, Charlie Day, Amandla Stenberg, Tom Waits, Jemaine Clement, & Richard E. Grant. Not much footage to see here yet, but I'm quite curious anyway. // Continue Reading ›

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Trailer for 'Cyborg: A Documentary' About a Boy Who Can Hear Color

"We are witnessing the renaissance of our species. It's not science fiction, it's already possible." 🤖 Tull Stories has revealed an official trailer for a documentary film titled Cyborg: A Documentary, the feature directorial debut of producer Carey Born. This first premiered at 2023 CPH:DOX Film Festival last year, and it has been playing on the festival circuit ever since. It most recently showed at the 2024 Phoenix Film Festival, but there's still no US release yet. Color-blind artist Neil Harbisson is the world's first formally-recognized cyborg. He has an antenna implanted in his head that allows him to "hear" color. Now Neil is on a mission to convince the world to follow him and adopt his credo: Design Yourself. Carey Born's engaging documentary follows visual Neil and his collaborator Moon Ribas – communicating their controversial ideas about the technological future of humankind. It's a fascinating film (read my full review) that is compelling mainly because Neil and his friend Moon are such lively, outgoing, optimistic people. I hope it will get a US release soon, because it's a very good film to stir up worthwhile conversations about technology & humanity. // Continue Reading ›

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Frank Grillo Joins Sylvester Stallone in 'Tulsa King' - Season 2 Trailer

"You're an outsider! Tulsa is mine." Paramount+ has revealed the full official trailer for the next season of the acclaimed mobster crime series Tulsa King, starring Sylvester Stallone as a New York mobster who is sent to work the racket in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Created by Terence Winter & Taylor Sheridan, the first season of this series debuted originally back in 2022 and ran through 2023. Looks like tons of people enjoyed it! In Season 2, Dwight and his crew continue to build up and defend their growing empire in Tulsa, but just as they get their bearings, they realize that they're not the only ones who want to stake their claim there. With looming threats from the nearby Kansas City mob and a very powerful local businessman, Dwight struggles to keep his family and crew safe while keeping track of all his affairs. Season 2 stars Sylvester Stallone again, with Martin Starr, Jay Will, Max Casella, Vincent Piazza, Tatiana Zappardino, Annabella Sciorra, Domenick Lombardozzi, Garrett Hedlund, Dana Delany, with actors Neal McDonough and Frank Grillo joining up as well. A legit cast with even bigger stakes this time around - worth a watch. // Continue Reading ›

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New US Trailer for Korean Revenge 'Revolver' Starring Jeon Do-yeon

"Andy's like a mad dog drenched in perfume." Well Go USA has revealed an official trailer for Revolver, a Korean revenge thriller from filmmaker Seung-uk Oh, also the director of the films Kilimanjaro and The Shameless previously. It's now set for a US release later this month if anyone's curious to see how this story plays out. Su-young, a police detective who went to prison for someone else, is surprised when a mysterious woman named Yoon-sun arrives to collect her on her day of release. She quickly discovers that the promised compensation for her time behind bars has since vanished, so Su-young embarks upon a mission to reclaim what rightfully belongs to her. Uncovering a far more dangerous, powerful force behind the scheme. This stars Jeon Do-yeon (from Emergency Declaration and Kill Boksoon) as Ha Soo-young, Ji Chang-wook as Andy, and Lim Ji-yeon as Jeong Yoon-sun. There's nothing like a slick Korean revenge thriller to enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Demi Moore & Margaret Qualley in Wild Horror 'The Substance' Trailer

"An enraged scream in cinematic form." Mubi has revealed the full trailer for the wild and audacious horror film The Substance, which launched with a rapturous premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival back in May. It's the second feature directed by horror filmmaker Coralie Fargeat, who makes very bloody horror flicks. "Have you dreamt of a better version of yourself? You. Only better in every way. Seriously." You’ve got to try this new product. It’s called The Substance. IT CHANGED MY LIFE. It generates another you. A new, younger, more beautiful, more perfect, you. And there's only one rule: You share time. One week for you. One week for the new you. 7 days each. A perfect balance. Easy. Right? If you respect the balance... Don't screw it up. This film stars Demi Moore, Margaret Qualley, and Dennis Quaid. Mubi says: "deliriously entertaining and ruthlessly satirical, Fargeat’s Cannes sensation turns toxic beauty culture inside out with a be-careful-what-you-wish-for fable for the ages. Explosive, provocative, & twisted, The Substance marks the arrival of a visionary filmmaker." This grotesque & crazy body horror totally rocks (my review). This trailer doesn't give away too much, but does setup the premise in full. Have a look below and catch this in theaters. // Continue Reading ›

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Watch: Spooky Teaser for 'Are You Afraid of the Dark?' Horror Series

Take a look at this long lost footage from a reboot of the kid's horror series Are You Afraid of the Dark? that never actually made it into production. Thanks to a tip from the director behind this reboot, a tiny bit of footage has appeared online. Director Jared Pelletier explains "this was shot years ago when the IP was being rebooted." He was developing this for the studio before they greenlit a "lighter version". The original Are You Afraid of the Dark? was a children's horror anthology TV series from D.J. MacHale & Ned Kandel showing on Nickelodeon. It first aired on Nickelodeon from 1992 to 1996, with another different reboot that ran from 2019 to 2022. This teaser footage is for a darker version. Pelletier says, "this version took a darker 90s approach, when shows like Goosebumps were decidedly unafraid to scare kids." Alas this is all we'll see of it for now - the rest of the pilot likely won't ever be released. It's barely 40 secs but it's cool to see anyway. // Continue Reading ›

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