Posts

Now thatJumanji: Welcome to the Junglehas finally made it home on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD, despite still playing in some select theaters, it’s the perfect time to take dissect this blockbuster in a humorous way with anew Honest Trailer. While this reboot of the 1995 movieJumanjiisn’t technically a video game adaptation, it does spend a lot of time poking fun at video game tropes, and while there still hasn’t been a truly successful video game movie yet,Jumanji: Welcome to the Junglemay be the closest thing thus far....

A new but unconfirmed report reveals thatUniversal Picturesis rebooting the 1990 comedyKindergarten Cop, but without starArnold Schwarzenegger. The project is coming together through Universal Pictures' 1440 division, which is primarily responsible for producing straight-to-video remakes and sequels such as this year’sThe Scorpion King 4: Quest for Power. Since the project is coming through 1440, it is not expected to get a theatrical release, but the report reveals that it may be developed as a TV series as well....

After spending the past six years developing and producing hit shows such asArrowandBlindspot, filmmakerGreg Berlantiis returning to the big screen. The filmmaker is set to direct a new reboot ofLittle Shop of Horrors, which will be a musical, like the 1986 classic directed byFrank Oz. The story first originated on the big screen withRoger Corman’s 1960 cult classic, before it was re-imagined as an off-Broadway musical byHoward Ashman, who wrote the screenplay adaptation for the 1986 film....

Two brothers try to pull off a heist during one of the biggest NASCAR races of the year in the first trailer forLogan Lucky, which has been set for release on August 18. Channing Tatum andAdam Driverlead an all-star cast in this dark comedy, which marks the return to the director’s chair for Steven Soderbergh, his first movie since 2013’sSide Effectsafter he had previously hinted at “retiring” as a feature filmmaker....

Performing for television since the age of 15,Maggie Lawsonhas spent decades stunning audiences with her charming personality, witty sense of humor, and impressive range. She has proved time and again why she is one of television’s most beloved stars. From her early days in guest roles to leading major TV series, Lawson has adapted several characters, balancing each of them with humor and intelligence. Lawson firststepped in front of the camera in the late ‘90swhen she landed roles in hit shows likeUnhappily Ever After,Cybill, andParty of Five....

Last month, a report surfaced regarding the Sonyfemale Spider-Man spin-offentitledSilver and Black, which will feature the iconic characters Silver Sable and Black Cat. Details revealed Doug Powell will be featured in this story, hinting that there could be references to The Wild Pack from Marvel comics. Now it seems the whole group will be coming aboard. A new report claims that Powell and another character named Klein will be joined by Wild Pack members Chen, Doug Powell, and Uncle Morty....

Bloom announced today that Academy Award NomineeMichael Fassbender(X-Men: First Class,Alien: Covenant,Steve Jobs) will star in David Sandberg’s action-comedyKung Fury, which Sandberg will also star in and produce under his Laser Unicorns' banner, alongside Fassbender. David Hasselhoff (Baywatch,Knight Rider) will also join the cast following his role in the original short filmKung Fury, which was a Kickstarter record-breaking success, was selected for Cannes Directors Fortnight and has gained over 40 million views worldwide....

Halloween 5:The Revenge of Michael Myers actor Don Shanks, the man under the mask in the 1989 sequel, has detailed a massacre filmed for the movie but never before seen. In a recent interview, Shanks recalls shooting footage of a scene featuring Michael totally decimating an entire SWAT team in incredibly brutal ways. The footage was intended to be shown in snippets to coincide with the screams of the officers heard on the radio, but ultimately, none of the video was used....

An estranged brother and sister come to terms over their abusive father in Big Sky Country.Montana Storyis a powerfully dramatictale of reconciliation. The narrative moves at a deliberative pace that feels meandering at times. The filmmakers use these intermittent lulls to gorge the audience on a picturesque setting. Montana’s snow-capped mountains, its inclement weather, and Native people provide a rich backdrop to heavy themes. A noticeable fault centers on a supporting character that serves as a plot tool for simple exposition....

Avengers: Endgamebrought the originalAvengersroster to an action-packed and emotionally charged end, but Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige has now confirmed that the superhero team will return…just not yet. Asked recently whether audiences would ever see anAvengersteam-up on the big screen again, Feige revealed that it was inevitable. “I would have to think so. I would have to say yes, at some point.” Despite having already had a huge influence on the modern cinematic landscape,Marvel Studiosstill have big plans for their future endeavors....

Welcome to today’s edition ofNerd Alert, where we have all the quirky, nerdy news that you crave in one convenient spot. What do we have in store for you on this wondrous Wednesday? Learn how to make your very own DIYDeadpoolcostume,M. Night Shyamalan’sThe Happeninggets an Honest Trailer and the familiar voice of Chewbacca gets an EDM remix. Also,Game of ThronesmeetsBob’s Burgersin an entertaining mashup. Sit back, relax and check out all that today’sNerd Alerthas to offer....

Comic books have become an amazing well of content for people in TV and film. For many people, announcements about comic book adaptations are met with eye rolls. Another superhero movie? Thanks, but no. ButNetflix is doing something different. They are presentingBodies, a limited series based on a comic book from DC/Vertigo. It has no superheroes, just a fantastical plot that will claw at your imagination. What Is Bodies? There are murder mysteries, and then there are unreal looks at the way murder is handled....

At the time of its release in 1984, parents and critics alike were outraged at thekiller Santafeatured in ​Silent Night, Deadly Night​. ​New York Daily News​ declared that “​Silent Night, Deadly Night​ could kill the spirit of the season for good!” Naturally, the film​ ​has become a bona fide ’80s horror cult classic. On Black Friday (November 27th), publishing/production house 1984 will release a deluxe vinyl edition of the soundtrack via Record Store Day....