Posts

The DreamWorks Animation hit movieShrekis finally coming to 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and digital just in time for its 20th anniversary in May. That’s right, folks, the film that launched a thousand memes is almost old enough to drink. To celebrate, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment is releasing the film in a new and improved format on May 11 as a whole new visual experience for theShrek 20th Anniversary Editionwhich includes over four hours of bonus material....

This review was originally part of our coverage for the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival. From the first moments ofSisu, writer-directorJalmari Helander(Rare Exports: A Christmas Tale,Big Game) focuses on the determination of Aatami Korpi (Jorma Tommila). Living in the wilderness of Finland’s Lapland region during the end of World War II, Aatami seems set on avoiding the world around him for as long as possible. As warplanes fly low overhead with a staggering roar, Aatami acts as though he has heard nothing, continuing his search for gold....

Last month it was announced thatChristopher LloydandRachael Leigh Cookwould be starring inSpirit Halloween, a film centered around the titular Halloween pop-up store. Now,Varietyis reporting some brand-new plot details of the film, as well as some first look photos. WhenSpirit Halloweenwas first announced, the plot was described as following three friends who dare each other to spend Halloween night inside a Spirit Halloween, only to discover the building is haunted. Now, we know the nature of Lloyd and Cook’s characters in the film....

One of the biggest topics in modern Hollywood has been the push to have more meaningful diversity in the film industry. In the last few years there have been a handful of big-budget blockbusters that have been shining examples of authentic cultural storytelling in film. Now thanks to the University of California, Los Angeles we now have proof that authentic cultural depictions give way to better financial results. According toVariety, the joint study done by UCLA’s Center for Scholars and Storytellers and the Full Story initiative at the Creative Artist Agency(CAA) researched the impact of authentic inclusive representation(AIR Score) on the box office....

When you think about actors preparing for a movie likeSuicide Squad, your mind may not initially go to intense psychological preparation. Sure stunt and stamina training is necessary, but for writer/directorDavid Ayer,Suicide Squadis not just any comic book movie. The filmmaker behindFuryandEnd of Watchis known for his intense rehearsal processes for his actors on each film, andSuicide Squadwas no different. Last June, I visited the set ofSuicide Squadalong with a small group of reporters, and during our conversations with Ayer and the cast it became clear that not only was their rehearsal process intense, but it also served to solidify their bond as a Squad....

Straddling the line between the golden age of punk in the late 1970s and the prominence of post-punk in the early to mid-1980s,Susan Seidelman’s grungy character studySmithereensbrilliantly captures the decline of punk culture in New York City’s East Village through the charming, albeit playfully self-obsessed perspective of the film’s protagonist, Wren (Susan Berman). Following Wren’s bumbling quest to raise money for a trip from New York to Los Angeles upon realizing her disdain for the city’s punk scene,Smithereensboldly captures youthful discontent and the punk movement’s depoliticization through a meandering narrative structure....

Paramount Pictures is launching an innovative campaign for their upcoming animated feature,Transformers One, by premiering its trailer in space. Set to debut on Thursday, April 18, the trailer features starsChris HemsworthandBrian Tyree Henryvoicing the iconic characters Optimus Prime and Megatron. The event will kick off at 6 a.m. PT with a live-streamed countdown that captures the trailer’s ascent to 125,000 feet above Earth. At its peak, the craft will offer viewers a special introduction by Hemsworth and Henry, all streaming live from the officialTransformers Moviesocial media accounts and Paramount’s YouTube channel....

Disney+is a great place to watch nearly every Disney movie under the sun, but you can’t forget the TV. Disney+ hassomuch great television programming, both content that previously aired on Disney Channel and/or ABC and shows that are original to the service. From Marvel series likeWandaVisionandLokito Star Wars shows such asThe MandalorianandAndor, some of the hottest franchise fare is located here as well. From new releases likePercy Jackson and the Olympiansto nostalgic favorites likeLizzie McGuireto hidden gems likeKizazi Moto: Generation Fire, we’ve waded through the countless list of good shows on Disney+ to find the truly great ones....

Netflix continues to dominate streaming platforms with its diverse selections. While previous frontrunnerWoman of the Hourmaintains the top position, Netflix dominates the week with new releases like the Indonesian action-thrillerThe Shadow Straysand forest horrorDon’t Move. Apart from the big N, streaming platforms like Max and Disney+ also came in clutch with their selections. Check out the top 10 most streamed movies in the US. Each pick comes with a quick summary to keep up with what’s trending....

One of the fans' biggest fears aboutAvatar: The Last Airbenderbeing translated into live-action is how bending is going to be adapted. Thankfully, the trailers for the upcoming Netflix serieshave been promising. Mastering an element is the distinguishing trait of this world, and it’s directly tied to the nations that represent them: the Water Tribe, the Air Nomads, the Earth Kingdom, and the Fire Nation. Beyond their elemental prowess, these nations possess distinct cultures, traditions, and societal structures, but everything is out of balance by the timeThe Last Airbenderbegins....

After the success of Radio Silence’sScream 5andScream 6, horror fans were excited to see what would happen next in the new trilogy. Sadly, however, the bottom fell out of the franchise in 2023 when starMelissa Barrerawas unceremoniously fired after comments she madeabout the Israel-Palestine conflict were deemed controversial. It was then revealed thatJenna Ortegawasn’t coming back either, meaning that Spyglass was forced to start from scratch forScream 7. Despite how badly Barrera was treated, it was at least somewhat rewarding to see final girl iconNeve Campbellreturn to the fold aftershe sat the sixth film out over a pay dispute....

Editor’s note: The following contains spoilers for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. Like much of Phase 4,Ryan CooglerusesBlack Panther: Wakanda Foreveras an exploration of grief and the many facets it manifests in a person. Some allow themselves to mourn in order to honor their memory of the deceased, likeQueen Ramonda(Angela Bassett), while others run away and avoid facing the pain, like Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o). But the character who has the most dynamic journey of navigating her grief isShuri(Letitia Wright)....

The Jigsaw killer’s story isn’t over.Tobin Bellhas confirmed that he will make his return inSaw XIas the franchise’s memorable villain. After making his debut in 2004’sSaw, Jigsaw (Bell) has been around throughout the horror film franchise as the main antagonist, and it seems he isn’t done yet. Joining him on his return isSaw X’s directorKevin Greutert, as they work together on this upcoming horror sequel. In an interview withThe Los Angeles Times, Bell says Kramer has more to learn, and he’s keen to develop his story even further....