Nick Cassavetes, known for directing films such as Blow and John Q., directed the movie adaptation of Nicholas Sparks’ novel, The Notebook. However, before the director was chosen, the author himself revealed on Good Morning America which other filmmakers were considered for the job. The revelation was surprisingly unexpected, much like a twist in a horror movie.
When the trailer for Good Boy was released in August, a huge increase in Google searches showed that the film was becoming more than just a small, independent movie. The central idea of featuring a dog as the main character has captured people’s attention, turning what could have been another low-budget horror film – of which Shudder has many – into something special. This turned out to be a smart decision by Ben Leonberg, whose Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever, Indy, stars in the movie. It has quickly become a hit online and is already the third highest-grossing original film for Shudder/IFC Films.
Viewers are really enjoying the way the show explores the inner world of John Cena’s Christopher Smith, as well as its unique and dark version of the DC Universe, called Earth X. However, the season hasn’t been without its problems. Some people feel that Peacemaker Season 2 didn’t capture the magic of the first season, shifting away from a clear story of heroes and villains in favor of more character development and humor. Also, like many shows and movies today, this DCU series faced criticism each week because the episodes were quite short, averaging just over 30 minutes.
I’ve always been fascinated by the mutants who don’t get all the spotlight. These guys have powers they didn’t ask for, but they’ve really learned to use them! They might not be as famous as someone like Wolverine or Storm, and they often play a supporting role, but they’re still incredibly important to their teams. It just goes to show that even the strangest mutant abilities can be really valuable and worthwhile. I think they deserve more recognition!
Growing up surrounded by creative talent, Grace Van Patten seemed naturally inclined towards a career in entertainment. Her father is Tim Van Patten, an Emmy-winning director famous for his work on shows like Sex and the City, The Wire, The Sopranos (he even made a brief appearance in The Sopranos), Black Mirror, and Game of Thrones. Additionally, Grace is the niece of well-known actors Dick Van Patten and Joyce Van Patten.
Judging by the trailers for The Smashing Machine, it’s clear that Benny Safdie, Dwayne Johnson, and the rest of the team dedicated a significant amount of effort to the fight choreography. (I’m really looking forward to seeing those matches unfold on the big screen!) But the film offers more than just what happens with Mark Kerr during the fights. Dwayne Johnson spoke with Deadline at the LA premiere and shared his overall perspective on the movie:
The franchise became notably darker last year with the official inclusion of Netflix’s “Defenders Saga” into MCU continuity. This brought six shows geared towards adult audiences, which delved into difficult topics like sexual assault, racism, trauma, and corruption. However, these serious and violent stories coexist within the same universe as the Avengers‘ action-packed adventures and She-Hulk‘s lighthearted legal cases. These connections are set to become even more prominent next year with Jon Bernthal reprising his role as The Punisher in Spider-Man: Brand New Day, making him the first character from the Netflix series to have a substantial role beyond a brief appearance in a major film.
Luke Sparke, the director of this year’s film-often called a dinosaur epic-is sharing how Spielberg’s classic dinosaur movie influenced him and sparked his career in filmmaking. “I always believe in going all out,” Sparke explained to SlashFilm. He also admitted that Hollywood initially wasn’t interested in Primitive War, but he didn’t let that discourage him.
Whether you enjoy lively animated films or beloved, quirky sci-fi, here’s a list of 10 movies for genre fans who’ve seen all the staples and are ready for some fresh, out-of-this-world storytelling. Explore these films and discover your next favorite!
With the digital release of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, fans can now see in HD a clever nod to Lee and Kirby. Stan Lee and Jack Kirby created The Fantastic Four, first introducing the superhero team in a comic book back in 1961. In the movie, set on a 1960s-style alternate Earth, there’s a quick scene showing two men at a comic book publisher’s office just as Julia Garner’s Silver Surfer arrives with a warning from Galactus.