Fans of the “Smile” horror franchise might have more reasons to grin. Director and writer Parker Finn is already envisioning potential sequels following the success of the second installment, which hit theaters on October 18, 2024, two years after the first film became a surprise blockbuster. Starring Naomi Scott as a pop star tormented by sinister grinning demons, “Smile 2”...[Read More]
The third and final film in the Venom franchise, starring Tom Hardy, premiered this Thursday in Australia, but the antihero’s farewell has been met with overwhelmingly negative reviews. Titled Venom: The Last Dance, the movie picks up after Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021) and the events of Spider-Man: No Way Home, showing Eddie Brock and his symbiote companion Venom on the run from the la...[Read More]
The highly anticipated film Emilia Pérez has released a new trailer and poster, unveiling exciting details about its plot and confirming its release date. Set in Mexico, the story follows Rita (played by Zoe Saldaña), a brilliant lawyer stuck in a shady law firm that covers up crimes rather than seeking justice. Rita’s life takes a dramatic turn when she is offered an unexpected proposal: to help ...[Read More]
The highly anticipated Sonic the Hedgehog 3, directed by Jeff Fowler and distributed by Paramount Pictures, is making waves with its latest trailer. The film, set to premiere on December 20, dives into the world of Shadow the Hedgehog, Sonic’s dark and enigmatic rival, who will be voiced by Keanu Reeves. The highlight for many fans? Shadow wielding a gun, a direct nod to one of the most divisive a...[Read More]
Mikkelsen and director Barry Jenkins share everything you need to know (barring spoilers) about the big bad of the “Lion King” precursor. Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins describes Mufasa: The Lion King as a mythic origin story. Set to premiere in theaters on December 20, the film serves as a prequel to the beloved The Lion King, delving into Mufasa’s journey as an orphaned lion cu...[Read More]
Moana brought a radical shift to Disney’s catalog when it debuted in November 2016. The film stood out for its deep dive into Polynesian culture and its portrayal of ancient spiritual mythology and traditions—something unprecedented from a major Hollywood studio. It wasn’t just a milestone for cultural representation in cinema but also a highly entertaining and engaging story. Much of its su...[Read More]
Amazon’s High-Stakes Gamble: “Red One” Tops the Box Office but Faces a Steep Climb to Profitability Move over, Venom: Let There Be Carnage—there’s a new heavyweight at the top of the North American box office. Amazon’s latest blockbuster, Red One: Secret Mission, muscled its way to the top this weekend, pulling in an estimated $34.1 million. But despite the festive cheer, t...[Read More]