Now playing in virtual theaters via Kino Marquee, House of Hummingbird has received a ton of critical acclaim (as well as awards) thanks to its realistic and compelling portrayal of a 14-year-old girl’s (Ji-hu Park) life in Korea. During our conversation, director/writer Bora Kim talked about the long road to getting the film made, the emotionally overwhelming reaction she has received from the movie, and why it was important to make a realistic movie about a middle school student.
I’m very excited to announce that I have Five (5) Blu-rays of Sonic The Hedgehog up for grabs. The discs, all of which are sealed, also come with the Digital Code and the DVD! Entry details are below!
If you love the Tom Cruise/Emily Blunt feature Edge of Tomorrow, then All You Need Is Kill might be your cup of team. Both films are based on Hiroshi Sakurazaka’s novel All You Need Is Kill. CinemAddicts co-host Bruce Purkey said in his review that one need not to worry; both films are “different” enough to be enjoyed individually.
Scott Mechlowicz and Italia Ricci in "The Confession" - Quiver Distribution
Actress Italia Ricci has read her share of horror scripts, but the unique storytelling behind The Confession along with an immediate kinship with director Will Canon sealed the deal. The movie centers on a musician’s (Ricci) discovery that her childhood home might be haunted and influencing her son’s (Zachary Golinger) behavior. Ricci and Will Canon talked to Deepest Dream about The Confession which is now out on Digital and On Demand.
Steven Grayhm writes, directs, and stars in the evocative and informative drama Sheepdog. Vondie Curtis-Hall is one of the actors to grace this talented ensemble, and the two sat down for a brief (but insightful) interview with Deepest Dream. Two topics were covered: their thoughts on screenwriting and working together on a pivotal scene in in Sheepdog. Check out the full interview below!
Directors Emanuela Galliusi and Dean Rolands’ feature film Zoepremieres today at Dances With Films NYC. The narrative centers on the titular character (Galliusi) who finds herself experience life in Ibiza, London and Paris thanks to a wizard! CinemAddicts co-host Eric Holmes talked to the duo about their ambitious indie feature. Holmes described the movie as “cute as hell” so he definitely recommends Zoe!
Virginia Madsen stars in Sheepdog, the story of a U.S. Army combat veteran (Steven Grayhm) who is court ordered to attend sessions with a VA trauma therapist-in-training (Madsen). Madsen credited the “beautiful writing” and extensive research done by filmmaker/actor Grayhm as a few reasons why Sheepdog was a gratifying experience. The feature hits theaters January 16. Check out our full interview with Madsen below.
Glendora, directed by Isabelle Armand, centers on a village located at the heart of the Mississippi Delta. Armand, a New York based documentary photographer and author of Levon and Kennedy: Mississippi Innocence Project, talked about the origins of Glendora. The feature makes its World Premiere Friday, January 16 at Dances With Film NY.
One of this weekend’s most anticipated movies is Greenland 2: Migration. Enter our latest giveaway to win tickets (courtesy of Atom Tickets) to the film! Details in our post!
William H. Macy - Frontier Crucible - Well Go USA Entertainment
Starring Thomas Jane and Myles Clohessy, Frontier Crucible lands on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD February 17th via Well Go USA Entertainment. Based on Harry Whittington’s novel Stake-Out, the Western centers on a determined man (Clohessy) who tries to get a wagon filled with medical supplies to people in need. A trio of outlaws (Thomas Jane, Armie Hammer, Ryan Masson) serve as his main antagonists.
Director Michael Premo spent seven years making his Homegrown, and starting today the documentary is available to rent on the Direct to Audience (DTA) platform GATHR through Monday, February 16 (Presidents’ Day). The movie follows three conservative activists and alo covers the January 6th attack on the Capitol along with its aftermath. Premo talked about his award winning feature, which won Best Technical Contribution at the 81st Venice International Film Festival.
Director Nicholas Pineda’s found footage horror movie Infirmary debuts at Dances With Films NY on January 16. The story centers on Edward (Paul Syre), a security guard who starts hits first night at a long-abandoned mental asylum. Mark Anthony Williams is Lester, a retiring guard whose off-putting behavior gives Edward an uneasy feeling.