Levi Miller delivers a stirring performance in “Before Dawn” as Jim Collins, a young man who leaves his Australian outback home to enlist in World War I. Co-starring Travis Jeffery, Myles Pollard, and Ed Oxenbould, the story spends a healthy time in the muddied trenches. The interview stars off with a curious question about mud, and then we learn a thing or two about Miller’s passion for acting, traveling, and Indiana Jones!
Filmmaker Brian Skiba (“The 2nd,” “Dead Man’s Hand”) once again assembles a talented ensemble for his latest feature “Clear Cut.” Set in the Pacific Northwest, the storyline centers on Jack (Clive Standen), a man who is earning money from cutting timber. When he becomes the target of a brutal assault, he must find his way back to civilization or perish in the woods. CinemAddicts co-host Eric Holmes interviewed Skiba, who gave us insights on his prolific filmmaking career.
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Brian De Palma fans (myself included) should rejoice, as a “Body Double” 4K Ultra HD Disc Steeelbook comes out September 24th via Sony Pictures Home Entertainment. The 4K Ultra HD Disc is presented in 4K resolution with Dolby Vision. The feature will be presented in English Dolby Atmos, English 5.1, and English 2-Channel Surround. The release celebrates lthe 40th anniversary of one of De Palma’s most controversial movies. Special features info is below.
“The Mandela Effect Phenomenon” director Robert Kiviat is a lifelong fan of “The Twilight Zone” creator Rod Serling, so it’s no surprise he delves into alternate realities in his new documentary. His latest project focuses on The Mandela Effect, and he delved into what this theory is all about. Now available on Digital, “The Mandela Effect Phenomenon” features interviews with journalist Mark LaFlamme and Mandela Effect researcher Jacob Israel.
The Fall Guy - Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
For this week’s giveaway, we have two Digital codes of “The Fall Guy Extended Cut” up for grabs. This version comes with an additional 20 minutes of never-before-seen footage from the Ryan Gosling/Emily Blunt headlined feature. Entry details are below!
CinemAddicts co-host Bruce Purkey has nothing but praise for “Longlegs,” a horror/thriller starring Maika Monroe and Nicolas Cage. Feature is now out in theaters, and check out the video for Bruce’s review!
If you are in the mood for an old school World War II action-thriller, “Murder Company” should be up your alley. Gilles Marini stars as Daquin, a French resistance fighter who is tasked with killing an important SS officer. William Moseley, Joe Anderson, Jilon VanOver, Ian Niles and Pooch Hall are the soldiers who accompany Daquin in his deadly mission. Marini talked to Deepest Dream about how a personal connection brought an extra layer of resonance to “Murder Company.”
K.J. Apa (“Riverdale”) toplines the upcoming motorcycle racing drama “One Fast Move.” The feature hits Prime Video August 8. Check out the trailer and share your thoughts!
KiKi Layne (“If Beale Street Could Talk,” “The Old Guard”) delivers a resonant and lived in performance in “Dandelion,” playing a Cincinnati singer-songwriter who is struggling to make it. Written and directed by Nicole Riegel (“Holler”), “Dandelion” hits theaters nationwide July 12.
Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F - photos courtesy Melinda Sue Gordon / Netflix
The great news for Eddie Murphy and “Beverly Hills Cop” franchise fans is that the latest installment absolutely works. “Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F” is a first rate action comedy that overflows with nostalgia but does not get lost in the mix. The picture stands on its own thanks to solid performances from franchise newbies Joseph Gordon-Levitt (as a cop), Taylour Paige (as Axel Foley’s estranged daughter) and Kevin Bacon (playing the resident bad guy). Check out my video review in this post!
