Director/writer Kelly Blatz’s (“Senior Love Triangle”) latest partly grew from his own love for motorcycles. “One Fast Move,” however, is not just a story filled with motorcycle races. The feature, which Blatz penned, is a celebration and exploration of mentorship as we witness the maturation of Wes (KJ Apa), a young man in need of direction. Blatz talked about his inspiration behind “One Fast Move” and elaborated on how past mentors (he specifically mentions “Senior Love Triangle” actor Tom Bower) have shaped his life.
Casey Affleck and Matt Damon are close friends whose work together includes “Gerry,” “Good Will Hunting” and the “Ocean’s Eleven” films. Affleck co-wrote “The Instigators” with Chuck MacLean, and Doug Liman (who worked with Damon in “The Bourne Identity”) directed the feature. Check out our CinemAddicts review below and let us know your thoughts on “The Instigators” as well!
Based on Amy Lipton’s well received 2015 memoir, “The Outrun” centers on an alcoholic (Saoirse Ronan) trying to piece her life back together in the Orkney Islands. Feature, directed and co-written by Nora Fingscheidt (with Liptrot), hits theaters October 4.
“Smile “is a horror movie that I definitely need to see again, especially since “Smile 2” hits theaters on October 18. During the “Dinner in America” interviews, I asked Kyle Gallner about the terrific uncompromising ending of “Smile.”
Two Blu-rays of “Alienoid: Return To The Future” are available for this week’s giveaway courtesy of Well Go USA Entertainment. I just finished the film and it was a fitting and entertaining conclusion to “Alienoid.” Giveaway details are below!
The new documentary “God Bless Bitcoin” from filmmakers Kelly and Brian Estes premieres at the Bitcoin Conference on Nashville (July 25-27). Most folks won’t be at the convention, but the good news is the documentary will be available for free on GodBlessBitcoin.com starting July 25. If you want to learn and gain valulable insights on Bitcoin (not financial advice!), check out the documentary as well as my interview with Kelly and Brian Estes!
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.