Alien: Romulus - Photos courtesy of 20th Century Studios
CinemAddicts co-host Bruce Purkey talks about why he was disappointed with “Alien: Romulus” to its very core. I mildly enjoyed the movie as a surface level action feature, but I do agree with a lot of Bruce’s spoiler filled review. If you have already seen the movie or don’t mind learning about a couple of spoilers, check out the video!
Adam Driver and Nathalie Emmanuel in "Megalopolis" (Lionsgate)
The “Megalopolis” trailer is now upon us, and director Francis Ford Coppola is cleary on the offensive. Beginning with a voiceover that claims “true genius is misunderstood,” the trailer shows critical drubbings of his features “The Godfather,” “Apocalypse Now,” and “Bram Stoker’s Dracula.” Then we cut to lead character Cesar (Adam Driver) and witness his visionary plans for the future! Subtlety is not a part of this trailer. Check it out and share your thoughts!
Actor Levi Miller was simply terrific in the World War I feature “Before Dawn,” and it’s great news that it hits Blu-ray and DVD September 24th. Directed by Jordon Prince-Wright, the movie centers on Jim Collins (Miller), a young man who leaves his sheep farm in Australia to join his friends on the Western front.
Audrey Cummings - "Place of Bones" photos/poster courtesy of The Avenue
The Western “Place of Bones” centers on Pandora (Heather Graham), a strong willed woman raising her daughter Hester (Brielle Robillard) in a remote ranch. Complications arise when Calhoun (Corin Nemec), a wounded outlaw, needs their help. Tom Hopper co-stars as the ringleader of the gang hunting for Calhoun. Director Audrey Cummings talked about her first foray into the Western genre, working with Heather Graham, and why doing a ton of prep work is a filmmaking must!
Frank Grillo toplines the upcoming action thriller “Long Gone Heroes,” and it’s the fifth time he has worked with director John Swab. Melissa Leo (“Ida Red”) and Eden Brolin (“Candy Land”) have also worked with the talented filmmaker. The CinemAddicts crew all loved Swab’s “Candy Land,” so we are eagerly awaiting “Long Gone Heroes.”
Elizabeth Banks in "A Mistake" (Quiver Distribution)
Three-time Emmy Award nominee Elizabeth Banks toplines “A Mistake,” a medical drama that is based on the bestselling novel by Carl Shuker. Elizabeth Banks stars as Liz Taylor, a surgeon whose split second decision is being questioned by the powers that be.
“Saturday Night Live” vet Kyle Mooney directs Rachel Zegler and Jaeden Martell in the disaster comedy “Y2K.” A24 has released the trailer, and let us know if “Y2K” is on your December watch list!
Karen Gillan, Russell Crowe - Sleeping Dogs (The Avenue)
If you have seen the Russell Crowe movie “Sleeping Dogs” and wondered about its ending, we have some important details for you. Towards the end of the “Sleeping Dogs” spoiler video, director Adam Cooper talks about the alternate ending of the movie. Plus, he answers an important question regarding Russell Crowe’s character!
Fans of director Steven Kostanski (“PG: Psycho Goreman”) will definintely be on the hook for “Frankie Freako,” an absurdist horror comedy that features a ton of pratical effects and puppets. The trailer is a total standout, and if you love 1980s nostalgia then “Frankie Freako” might be your cup of tea.
Directed by E.L. Katz, “Azrael” centers on a world where no one speaks. A young woman named Azrael (Samara Weaving) is on the run from a devout community that are determined to sacrifice her and pacify an overwhelming evil. The picture was written by “You’re Next” and “The Guest” screenwriter Simon Barrett. Check out the trailer and share your thoughts!
