‘28 Years’ has a budget of $75M which makes it the priciest film ever to be shot on a smartphone. Boyle was aided by his go-to cinematographer Anthony Dod Mantle (“Slumdog Millionaire,” “28 Days Later,” “Trainspotting,” “127 Hours”).
Read moreTrailer For Brady Corbet's ‘The Brutalist' [Updated]
“The Brutalist” now has a trailer that effectively conveys the mood and scope of this 215-minute film. It also showcases a towering performance from Adrien Brody. Notice how the credits and title are moving from right to left much like Vistavision film.
Read more‘Juror #2’ Storms to #1 on VOD Charts
Clint Eastwood’s “Juror #2” is #1 on VOD this week, and has also maintained its top spot on the iTunes and Fandango charts. The film became available for premium digital purchase and rental on December 3.
Read moreChris Evans Sets MCU Return in ‘Avengers: Doomsday’
J.C. Chandor Already Planning ‘Kraven The Hunter' Sequel
‘Red One’ Streams on Prime This Week; $87M Domestic Gross
Dwayne Johnson’s Christmas action movie, “Red One,” was released 26 days ago, and is now set to stream on Prime this Thursday. Starring Johnson and Chris Evans, the Santa abduction action-comedy, originally intended exclusively for streaming, severely underperformed at the box office. “Red One” has only grossed $164M worldwide on a $250M budget.
‘Moana 2’ Was Still A Disney+ Series in January 2024
“Moana 2” is currently lighting up the box-office, having already amassed $600M worldwide. However, what’s most interesting about “Moana 2” is that it was originally developed, and almost practically shot, as a Disney+ series before being reworked as a film.
Read moreDenis Villeneuve Names His Best Films of 2024
LOL: David Ayer Continues Push For His ‘Suicide Squad' Director's Cut
David Robert Mitchell's ‘Flowervale Street' Delayed to 2026
An interesting schedule reshuffling has occurred at Warner Bros. The studio decided to delay David Robert Mitchell’s “Flowervale Street” to a March 13, 2026 date. Obviously, no reasons were given for the delay.
Read moreMohammad Rasoulof to Direct Animated Film Set During Iranian Revolution
“The Seed of the Sacred Fig” director Mohammad Rasoulof has revealed details of his next film, and he’s following in Bong Joon Ho’s footsteps by making an animated film.
Read moreBong Joon Ho’s Animated Film is Already “Halfway Done"
The way things are going, Bong Joon Ho’s first animated film will be released before his much-delayed “Mickey 17.” Of course, I’m half kidding here, but there are now reports that the animated feature is making significant progress as it’s already “halfway done.”
Read moreMichael Mann Wants to Direct Vietnam War Movie ‘Hué 1968' After ‘Heat 2'
Mann additionally stated that after “Heat 2,” he wants to direct his long-gestating film about the 1968 Battle of Hué, one of the bloodiest chapters of the Vietnam War in which the forces of South Vietnam and U.S troops recaptured the city of Hué over one month of brutal urban fighting.
Read moreGolden Globe Noms: ‘Emilia' Leads With 10 Nods, ‘The Substance' Surprises, Villeneuve Snubbed, Sebastian Stan Double Nominee
“Emilia Perez” led the way with 10 nominations, “The Brutalist” followed suit with 7 nods, and “Conclave” had the third most with six. “Anora” and “The Substance” earned five each.
Read moreGreta Gerwig Exiting ‘Narnia'?
Multiple studios —including Disney & Universal — are warning IMAX not to dish out any screens to Netflix for ‘Narnia.’ Exhibitors aren’t on board either with the plan. It sounds like Netflix/Gerwig will not be getting a theatrical rollout after all.
Read moreSurprise: Timothée Chalamet Named Best Actor by Boston Film Critics
Timothée Chalamet has just been named Best Actor by the Boston Society of Film Critics for his remarkable turn in James Mangold’s “A Complete Unknown.” An unexpected surprise as many believed Adrian Brody (“The Brutalist”) had this one in the bag.
Read more‘Anora' Named Best Picture by Los Angeles Film Critics [Updated]
The Los Angeles Film Critics Association (NYFCC), one of the more prestigious critics groups in the country, are currently announcing their 2024 winners. The Best Picture winners this decade have been “Small Axe,” “Everything Everywhere All At Once,” Tár and “The Zone of Interest.”
Read moreScott Derrickson’s ‘The Gorge’ Sets Straight to Streaming Date; Trailer Released
Adam Wingard's ‘Face/Off 2' to Star John Travolta and Nicolas Cage
Adam Wingard’s “Face/Off 2” is apparently happening. John Travolta and Nicolas Cage are set to return in their respective roles. Is this a good idea? We’re not entirely sure.
Read more‘Emilia Perez’ Sweeps European Film Awards
Despite many warning doom for Emilia Perez’ Oscar chances, I can't say I was really surprised by its European Film Awards triumph. There are still fervent supporters of Audiard’s eccentric musical, and it will certainly be a passionate vote for many this awards season.
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