Building Sets in Malawi for Chiwetel Ejiofor’s The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind
Today Netflix is releasing actor Chiwetel Ejiofor’s directorial debut, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind. Based on the 2009 bestselling memoir, co-written by its subject, William Kamkwamba, and Bryan Mealer, the film depicts Kamkwamba’s teenaged years in Malawi during a famine, when he successfully built a windmill irrigation system based on an old library book and using parts from a scrapyard. Prior to its Netflix release, The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind premiered at Sundance in January and was screened at the Berlinale film festival...
IT: Chapter Two May Use A Record Breaking Amount of Blood in a Single Scene
Just what is up in Derry, Maine these days? Thirty years (two years) have passed since Pennywise last terrorized the town, but since then, it has been nearly silent. Yet, we get a feeling that something is about to happen once again.
Ok, I’m being dramatic, but I am seriously craving some updates from IT: Chapter Two and Jessica Chastain is here to deliver. We haven’t had any official production stills or a teaser of any kind and the year of the clown is upon is...
The new Hellboy Trailer is Pure Fire
“On an island off the coast of Scotland, something was summoned from the depths of Hell. Something that will end mankind,” says Lady Hatton (Sophie Okonedo). What kind of terrifying monster is she referring to? This is the very question our hero, Hellboy (David Harbour) has at the start of this new trailer.
“And this thing you’re worried about, did it show up?” our red, de-horned hero asks, somewhat naively we must admit.” Lady Hatton delivers the answer everyone but Hellboy sees coming...
Hellboy is Ready for Battle in Two New Posters Ahead of Next Trailer Release
Choose your weapon. Hellboy (David Harbour) is wielding all of his most famous tools of destruction in two new posters for the film.
The first features the demon hero wielding a flaming sword undo a fiery halo. Sporting his epic full-length horns, the image also features Hellboy’s most famous asset – the Right Hand of Doom. Compared to his more human-like hand, you can really see just how sizeable that arm is.
Our worst fears...
Greta Director Neil Jordan on the Twisted Consequences of Loneliness
It’s somewhat of a cinephilic fantasy to be terrorized by Isabelle Huppert, who has made a career out of sadomasochistic affairs (The Piano Teacher), psychopathic matriarchy (Merci Pour le Chocolat), and unconventional rape revenge (Elle). It’s eerily perfect, then, that the French actress’ latest role is that of a stalker—a seemingly genial old lady named Greta who becomes increasingly attached to, and yes, terrorizes, her new friend Frances (played by Chloë Grace Moretz)...
New Dark Phoenix Trailer Reveals Shocking Death of Beloved Character
You know from the opening seconds of the new Dark Phoenix trailer that Jean Grey (Sophie Turner)’s life is no longer totally her own. “Why did you make me do that” she weeps, speaking not so much to herself as to the Dark Phoenix force she now possesses. “She was my friend,” Jean cries. We then see Jean on the street being confronted, lovingly, by Mystique (Jennifer Lawrence.) Mystique tells Jean to focus on her voice...
Brie Larson’s Sweet Comments on the Love Between Carol and Maria in Captain Marvel
When the fate of the world is at risk, it will take incredible acts of courage and compassion to save the planet. So what could motivate the most powerful person in the universe to put it all on the line? For Captain Marvel, love triumphs over all.
Tony and Pepper, Wanda and Vision, Peter and Gamora. There is no shortage of romantic pairs in the MCU, but we will see a story of a different kind of love story in Captain Marvel...
Kevin Feige Explains Why Avengers: Endgame‘s Title Was Kept Secret
What a time to be alive. We are witnessing the culmination of Phase 3 of Marvel Cinematic Universe. That’s ten years of action and adventure which has led to the titular endgame: defeating Thanos once and for all in Avengers: Endgame. A good portion of the film-loving world is anxiously awaiting to see how the Russo brothers will actually end this game. We know that we’ll get that answer when the epic three-hour showdown arrives in theaters on April 26...
New Dark Phoenix Poster Revealed Ahead of Trailer
While nearly all the focus in the superhero world has been mostly Captain Marvel-related, there’s another super powerful superhero ready to rise. Fox has released a new poster for writer/director Simon Kinberg’s Dark Phoenix, starring Sophie Turner as the X-Men’s most potent mutant, Jean Grey. The poster hints at Jean’s divided nature, between her controlled self and the uncontrollable Dark Phoenix force.
The two different looks include two specific callouts: on the left-hand side,...
Aquaman Star Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is Your New Candyman
Beware next time you look in the mirror. The Candyman is back.
Yahya Abdul-Mateen II must not have a fear of bees. Variety reports the Aquaman star has landed the coveted role as the new Candyman in the upcoming reboot produced by Jordan Peele. Abdul-Mateen will step into the role of the tortured soul who was murdered by a lynch mob and stung to death by bees. The character was originated by Tony Todd in 1992...
A Parade of Pokémon Pop Up in New Detective Pikachu Trailer
There is a LOT to catch in the new Detective Pikachu trailer. The adventure mystery is going to be packed with all of our favorite Pokémon and each and every one looks glorious.
Apparently, humans living side by side with Pokémon companions is not strange to Tim Goodman (Justice Smith). It isn’t until a talking Pikachu (Ryan Reynolds) shows up that things seem really off. He’s got a little body, but a big attitude and an even bigger mystery to solve...
International Us Trailer is a Trail of Terrifying Images
Is the Wilson family hitting some bad luck? Or is there truly someone out to get them? A new international trailer for Us reveals even more freaky footage of the unsettling imposter movie.
The two-minute look at the film promises terror after terror. A family beach vacation with a few strange events leaves Adelaide (Lupita Nyong’o) feeling uneasy, but the nightmare has just begun. No one likes being replaced, but it’s especially horrifying if the threatening party carries sharp scissors and looks just like you...
Director Karyn Kusama Goes her Own Way
Director Karyn Kusama is one of Hollywood’s boldest voices. Her films are visually arresting, emotionally taxing and riveting to the last frame. Whether it’s a pugilist drama like Girlfight or a horror film like The Invitation, Kusama’s gifts bend genres to her will.
Her most recent film, Destroyer, was the year’s most unsettling crime thriller—by a mile. Starring Nicole Kidman in another impressive, career-high portrayal,...
Kevin Feige Says Marvel’s Eternals Could Span Thousands of Years
Every day we inch closer and closer to the epic final chapter that will be Avengers: Endgame. The Russo Brothers three-hour conclusion to Marvel’s Phase 3 is the culmination of a whopping 22 films. It’s hard to imagine a larger film than Endgame, but it looks like Phase 4 and beyond will include films that make the scope of Endgame seem small-ish by comparison. One of those films is Eternals. ...
Celebrating The Little Mermaid‘s 30th Anniversary With Ariel
Thirty years ago, The Little Mermaid initiated the second golden age of Disney animated features, with a spectacular score, including what star Jodi Benson calls the “I dream” opening number that introduces us to the title character, “Part of Your World.” The young mermaid princess sings about wanting to explore the human world. “I want to be where the people are/I want to see/want to see ’em dancin’/Walkin’ around on those/(Whad’ya call ’em?) oh – feet.”
Jodi Benson’s sweet voice brought Ariel to life,...
Netflix Unveils First Teaser for Martin Scorsese’s The Irishman
The 91st Academy Awards was a hot night for trailers, and Netflix did not miss the opportunity. The streaming service chose to reveal a surprise teaser for The Irishman. The upcoming crime drama directed by Martin Scorsese reunites him with leading man Robert De Niro.
As you can see, there’s no actual footage of the film. This has only increased the hype, with the teaser immediately trending on YouTube and social media...
The 91st Academy Awards Were Packed with Powerful Moments
Wow, 2018 gave an incredible class of movies. It was a year that moved, inspired, thrilled and challenged us in innovative ways. We have been celebrating these filmmakers each day, but last night’s Oscars ceremony shone a light on the astonishing diversity and power in storytelling over the past year. BlacKkKlansman, The Favourite, A Star is Born, Bohemian Rhapsody, Black Panther,...
How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World‘s Creators on the Trilogy’s Epic Conclusion
Director Dean DeBlois always knew How to Train Your Dragon would be a three-part series where fans would see its main character Hiccup (Jay Baruchel) grow up and bond with a loveable dragon named Toothless. Now in its final chapter How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World illustrates how the animation has matured in complexity and detail alongside its resonating story of friendship.
“Dean had his mind set on a trilogy that would conclude with Hiccup and Toothless learning how to stand on their own feet,” says head of character animation Simon Otto...
New Trailer for The Lion King Drops During the Oscars
And the Oscar for Best Trailer Drop goes to…
Disney unveiled its newest trailer for upcoming summer blockbuster The Lion King on Sunday during the 91st Academy Awards, on Hollywood’s biggest night.
This follows last November’s rousing first look at the live-action remake, which became the second most-watched trailer in history in 24 hours, raking roughly 224.6 million views worldwide. Jon Favreau serves as director, after helming 2016’s hit live-action adaptation of The Jungle Book...
Cold War‘s Oscar-Nominated DP Lukasz Zal on the Perspective of Love
*In the run-up to this Sunday’s Oscars telecast, we’re sharing some of our favorite interviews with nominees.
Cinematographer Lukasz Zal won the prestigious Silver Frog Award at Camerimage for his work on Pawel Pawlikowski’s Cold War, a ravishing look at a romance over the course of 30-years and several thousand miles through Europe. Zal had worked with Pawlikowski on Ida, the director’s previous masterpiece, as a cameraman (he ultimately earned himself a co-cinematographer credit)...
