Michael Neelsen directs Beyond Human Nature, an immersive look at the Tom Monfils murder in 1992. A paper mill employee, Monfils, was found at the bottom of a pup vat with injuries to his head and a weight tied around his neck. Three years later, Monfils’ six co-workers went to trial for his killing. Neelsen talked to Deepest Dream about his nearly 10-year journey in getting Beyond Human Nature released.
Andy Somebody is an indie feature with action comedy stylings. Production started back in 2017, and this month it finally saw the light of day and is available on streaming, rental, and purchase. The chemistry between Jeremy M. Evans, who plays the Andy, and Jonathon Buckley(as an a**hole named Shifflet) is evident from Andy Somebody. They made the perfect pairing for this interview, and check out our Andy Somebody interview in this post!
The trailer to Wish, a Walt Disney Animation Studios feature, has been released. The picture, according to director Fawn Veerasunthorn, is inspired by Disney animated classics from the past.
Shane Dax Taylor’s latest movie The Best Man features a solid ensemble (Dolph Lundgren, Luke Wilson, Brendan Fehr,Nicky Whelan,Scout Taylor-Compton), and it is an action thriller that is a recommended watch. As a fan of all of the aforementioned actors as well as Shane Dax Taylor’s 2010 feature Bloodworth, I am the target demographic for The Best Man.
On the latest episode of CinemAddicts, Bruce Purkey and Eric Holmes sing the praises of Ray Romano’s feature directing debut Somewhere In Queens. This Italian-American dramedy, co-starring Laurie Metcalf and Tony Lo Bianco, hits theaters April 19. Check out our latest podcast and/or review video to hear their postive take on the film!
Shailene Woodley stars in To Catch A Killer, a movie that some may feel echoes Silence of the Lambs. The feature, however, delivers on its premise and is powered by first rate performances from Woodley and Ben Mendelsohn. All three of us gave it a glowing review on CinemAddicts, and it’s worth catching at your local theater.
Nicky Whelanwas swimming away from a dangerous shark in Maneater the last time we chatted, andThe Best Man also features her playing a character in grave danger. The action thriller, directed by Bloodworth fillmmaker Shane Dax Taylor, co-stars Dolph Lundgren, Scout Taylor-Compton, Brendan Fehr, and Luke Wilson. Details on the feature and a Q&A of the Whelan interview is featured in this post!
The Boogeyman trailer and and poster has been released. Part of Stephen King’s anthology collection Night Shift, The Boogeyman hits theaters June 2nd. Check out the trailer, select film images and let us know your thoughts!
Catherine Hardwicke has carved out a memorable body of work as a director. Twilight, Thirteen, Miss Bala, and Miss You Already are examples of the filmmaker’s diverse movie work. I asked Hardwicke how she chooses her films in the following interview. Transcription and the Hardwicke video interview is featured in the post.
Now available on Video On Demand, Chantilly Bridge is a sequel to the acclaimed 1993 feature Chantilly Lace. Filmmaker Linda Yellen returns 25 years later to continue the journey of lifelong friends (Talia Shire, Jill Eikenberry, Helen Slater, Lindsay Crouse, JoBeth Williams). Adding to the ensemble are Patricia Richardson and Naaji Sky Adzimah. Both newbies to the Chantilly world have a sizable role. This film comes highly recommended, and for more insight check out my interview with Yellen, Eikenberry and Richardson.
