It is only April, but 2022 has been an amazing year for horror so far, particularly for the slasher sub-genre. Films likeSCREAMhave been a part of this great genre renaissance that fans have found themselves in the middle of, but one of the most under-appreciated gems to come out this year wasTi West’sX. If you missed out on this creatively scary film then you are in luck: he new A24 terror is coming to video on demand on April 14....
[Editor’s note: The following contains spoilers for Yellowjackets Season 1.]I’m a big believer Showtime’sYellowjacketsis one of the best cast shows out there right now. Not only is the ensemble overflowing with wildly talented individuals who make it impossible to pick just one favorite character, but they also deliver especially big when it comes to cast chemistry. EveryYellowjacketscharacter has unique qualities and is headstrong in her own way, but the progression of the Season 1 narrative and character arcs are hugely dependent on how they influence each other, especially when it comes to the connection between Jackie (Ella Purnell) and Shauna (Sophie NélisseandMelanie Lynskey)....
Inspired by the “star-driven genre movies” of the ’80s and ’90s, actor-turned-producer, writer, and directorMax Minghellareturned to theToronto International Film Festivalwith his sophomore feature,Shell. StarringKate Hudsonand hisThe Handmaid’s Taleco-starElisabeth Moss, this “love letter” is a darkly comedic body horror movie that examines the societal issues of beauty standards and questions the lengths we’ll go to achieve them. Samantha Lake (Moss) is an actress, and she’s finding that, oftentimes, her career hinges on physical appearance for roles....
Somewhat surprisingly, 20th Century Studios’The First Omenout-performed fellow debutante, Universal’sMonkey Man, at the global box office in its first weekend of release. This is despite the more eye-catching marketing campaign thatMonkey Manreceived thanks to producerJordan Peele’s involvement. ButThe First Omen, which was originally destined for streaming,delivered modest results at the global box office, grossing $8.4 million domestically and another $9 million from overseas territories, for acumulative global debut of $17 million....
Editor’s Note: The following contains spoilers for The Night Agent Season 2.Theending of Season 2 ofThe Night Agenthas arguably left the show in a fantastic position for Peter (Gabriel Basso) to delve into the darkest corruption yet, going all the way to the Oval Office with Monroe (Louis Herthum), the intelligence broker, holding the leash on the next President of the United States of America. However, new beginnings should be coupled with final endings for some storylines....
InThe Last of UsSeason 2, the tragedy of Ellie’s (Bella Ramsey) journey is becoming even harder to ignore — and according to the show’s creators, that’s no accident. Speaking on the official HBO podcast for the series,Craig MazinandNeil Druckmannopened up about Ellie’s increasingly dark path, and how characters like therapist Gail (Catherine O’Hara) are starting to recognize that the damage done to Ellie might be too deep to undo. “This is sort of the question of the entire thing....
After various setbacks and years of delay,Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thievesis finally coming to the big screen, boasting an ensemble cast, includingChris Pine,who described the filmas a littlePrincess Bridewith a dash ofHoly Grailand a small amount ofGoonieson the side. With cast, posters, trailers, and other details now available,Empirehas also released an exclusive image of the “Team of Thieves,” who appears to be off on a new and exciting adventure....
AsMoana 2finally sets sail into theaters this weekend, fans of the hit 2016 musical finally get the chance to catch up with the beloved titular Wayfinder (Auli’i Cravalho) and her demigod pal Maui (Dwayne Johnson). While the creative team obviously drew inspiration from the firstMoanamovie, during a Critics Choice Association roundtable, Disney Animation’s Chief Creative OfficerJared Bush, directorsJason HandandDana Ledoux Miller(who co-wrote the film with Bush), and songwriting duoAbigail BarlowandEmily Bearshared which other films in Disney’s storied filmography inspired them in the creative process....
Rock music, drinking, fighting, and overall amoral behavior. These are not words one would typically use to describe heroes, especially not ones who created the most elite special forces unit in the world and helped win one of the most important wars ever fought. However, that is exactly how one would describe the men who created the SAS. In fact, it’s the basis forSteven Knight’s underrated drama,SAS: Rogue Heroes, whichcontrasts his most popular show,Peaky Blinders, in fascinating ways, yet Knight’s fingerprints are still all over this product....
CBS Premiere Week is just around the corner, beginning Sunday, October 13,with the hit seriesTracker.In the lead-up to this much-anticipated event, CBS has launched its “Comfy Blue Sofa Tour,” an innovative and cozy way to connect with fans across the country.The Comfy Blue Sofa Tour, in partnership with the home furnishing brand Lovesac, kicked off last night at CBS’s “You’re Laughing atCBS: A Night of Sit-Down Comedy” event at NeueHouse in Los Angeles....
With his signature wacky camera movements and mean spirited sensibilities,Sam Raimiis a director whose style is so distinctive and noticeable that when you walk into one his movies, you’re able to tell who made it almost immediately. And while super stylistic filmmaking can tend to put some people off, Raimi’s sincerity and tongue-in-cheek attitude towards filmmaking makes his work beloved by a large chunk of critics. Related8 Classic Horror Directors and Their Modern-Day Counterpart...
There is no doubt that directing your first film is incredibly challenging—it marks the beginning of your journey as a filmmaker, where you finally get to showcase your style and expertise to new audiences. Seeking to captivate thousands with your vision successfully is quite a demanding task, especially when you’re trying to make a name for yourself in a vast industry. RELATED:Best Directors Under the Age of 40 These are some of the filmmakers that surprised everyone (including plenty of dedicated Reddit users) with their directorial debuts....
Billy Wilder’sSunset Boulevardis recognized as one of the greatest films of all time and a beloved entry in the classicfilm noir genreby the majority of classic cinema fans. The film starsWilliam Holdenas an aspiring screenwriter, Joe Gillis, who meets a former silent film star, Norma Desmond, played byGloria Swanson, whohires Gillis to write a script for her that would mark her comeback to the silver screen. As Desmond provides Gillis with affection and expensive gifts, her admiration gradually grows into a dangerous obsession that comes with deadly consequences....
