Author: Alex Billington

"People tend to think that somebody will save them. There's only – people can save us. Only us all deciding to do something about it." Kino Lorber has revealed an official trailer for a documentary called Daytime Revolution, a look back at a major cultural moment in the 70s. This fascinating film, Daytime Revolution, will look at all that went into John Lennon and Yoko Ono's legendary weeklong 1972 residency as guests on The Mike Douglas Show — the most-watched daytime talk show at the time — and their impact. This is very similar to another doc premiering at the 2024 Venice Film Festival called One to One: John & Yoko - which is also a time capsule film about John & Yoko in 1972. Daytime Revolution is more specific, focusing on this very moment and their TV appearances. A document of the past that speaks to our turbulent present, Daytime Revolution is a time capsule reminding us of art’s power to break down barriers, and the bravery of two artists who never took the easy way out as they ...

"Beneath the house, the blind witch waits." Epic Pictures + Dread have revealed the full official trailer for a freaky horror movie titled Beezel, a "terrifying tale that cover 60 years and three victims to a bloodthirsty New England witch." And she looks disgusting! As far as we can tell, this hasn't played at any festivals - it's getting a quick theatrical release before it's on VOD later in September before the horror season really kicks off. Beezel comes from the duo Aaron Fradkin & Victoria Fratz Fradkin, also behind Val and Electric Love. Starring LeJon Woods, Bob Gallagher, Victoria Fratz Fradkin, Caroline Quigley, Nicolas Robin. Beezel is the tale of a sinister secret hiding beneath the floors of a cursed New England home. A horrifying incident involving a child reveals the malevolent presence of an ancient witch residing within the basement walls. This witch lady looks insanely gross and terrifying! I would not like to ever meet her, please & thanks. Here's the two official trailers for Aaron Fradkin's horror film Beezel, direct from YouTube: Over six tumultuous decades, three unwitting ...

"You want to be party of the family, you go through this!" Utopia has revealed the teaser for the fraternity thriller tilted The Line, which is now releasing this fall. It originally premiered in 2023 at the Tribeca Film Festival last year, with stops at the Zurich & Sarastoa Film Festivals as well. The Line is a campus thriller that plunges into the dangerous world of college frats and blind adherence to tradition. Alex Wolff as Tom, a scholarship student seduced into the alluring, dangerous world of college fraternities. Desperate to escape his working-class background, Tom is torn between a new romance with a classmate and the machinations of his fraternity president, becoming ensnared in a perilous game of ambition and loyalty. Wolff stars with Lewis Pullman and Halle Bailey. The Line cast also features Austin Abrams, the late Angus Cloud, Bo Mitchell, Cheri Oteri, Scoot McNairy, Denise Richards, and John Malkovich. Looks unsettling in a bad way - can only handle so much hazing before it's gross. But they like to say, brotherhood is forever. Here's the first teaser trailer ...

"Zoe Saldana brings a burning intensity..." Netflix has unveiled their teaser trailer for the acclaimed film Emilia Pérez, a musical about a Mexican cartel leader transitioning to a woman. This is the latest film by award-winning French filmmaker Jacques Audiard (A Prophet, Rust & Bone, Dheepan, Sisters Brothers), and it premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival earlier this year where it won Jury Prize & Best Actress prizes. We already posted the French trailer a few months ago. Talented lawyer Rita receives an unexpected offer... She has to help a feared cartel boss retire from his business and disappear forever by becoming the woman he's always dreamed of being. It's set mostly in Mexico, following the story of Rita and Manitas – and what happens after he switches to a she. The film stars Zoe Saldaña, Karla Sofía Gascón, Selena Gomez, Adriana Paz, Edgar Ramírez, Mark Ivanir. I think this is an amazing film! I raved about it in my review from Cannes - you've never seen anything like it before. At least they're not shying away from the ...

"They go away and you still have to live your own life..." The Cinema Guild in NYC has revealed an official trailer for an indie film titled Matt and Mara, an unconventional and awkward romantic comedy made by acclaimed filmmaker Kazik Radwanski. This premiered at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival earlier in the year, and it also played at the Melbourne Film Festival in Australia. A young professor struggles in her marriage, only to meet Matt, a friend from her past who wanders onto her university campus. When Mara's husband unexpectedly cancels plans to drive her to an out-of-town conference, Matt accompanies Mara on the trip instead. Along the way, the tension surrounding their undefined relationship slowly grows... The film stars Deragh Campbell (who was also in Kazik Radwanski's last film Anne at 13,000 Ft) and Matt Johnson (also known as the director of BlackBerry and other great Canadian films). In a world of cheesy romcoms, here's one that is so honest & so real, and so unlike most other films out there. Highly recommend this one. Here's the official trailer ...

"What is a hero? I think a hero is: an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere & endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles." Warner Bros and DC have revealed the must watch official trailer for the outstanding documentary film called Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, which is now being presented by the current DC Studios head James Gunn. This initially premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival earlier in the year to rave reviews - it's a remarkably powerful doc, one of the best of the year so far. Talented doc filmmakers Ian Bonhôte & Peter Ettedgui "soar to new heights" with their emotional & deeply moving account of the story of the late Christopher Reeve, who became an iconic movie star as the iconic "Man of Steel" superhero in the blockbuster Superman films of the late 1970s & 1980s – until a near-fatal accident left him paralyzed from the neck down. This epic doc details Reeve’s pivot to determined activism for spinal cord injury cures and disability rights and care, an empowering journey that his three children – ...

"I'm glad I came out of my room. I had so much fun." GKids has revealed the full US trailer for an animated movie called Look Back, a Japanese anime based on a beloved manga. It already opened in Japan in June and earned over 1 billion yen at the box office in two weeks. Due to popular demand, Look Back remains in theaters and has since expanded its Japanese domestic run. Now ready to open in US theaters this fall in October, showing the original language version with English subtitles. The overly confident Fujino and the introverted Kyomoto couldn't be more different. Their love of drawing manga is the one thing connecting these contrasting girls. However, one day something happens to them that brings them both closer. A heart-wrenching and impactful story about growing up. Based on the acclaimed manga by Tatsuki Fujimoto, the creator of "Chainsaw Man", Look Back captures the highs and lows of pursuing artistic excellence and the special bonds formed through creative collaboration. This lovely story is the unforgettable feature-length directorial debut from Kiyotaka Oshiyama ...

"We slept together! Doesn't that mean anything?" Apparently not... Quiver Distr. has revealed an official trailer for Plan B, an indie comedy from filmmaker Brandon Tamburri making his first feature. Not to be confused with Natalie Morales' other pregnancy comedy also called Plan B that's now streaming on Hulu - why call them the same thing? I don't know. This one could get a different title, it doesn't need to be called Plan B at all... When a drunken one night stand with her awkward, weirdo neighbor leaves her pregnant, a woman decides to quickly sleep with a successful businessman and tell him he’s the father of her unborn baby. Comedian / actress Jamie Lee (not Jamie Lee Curtis) stars as Piper & the goofy neighbor she doesn't want is played by Jon Heder of Napoleon Dynamite fame. Poor guy. The ensemble cast includes Shannon Elizabeth, Tom Berenger, Kate Flannery, Michael Lombardi, Vernon Davis, Subhah Agarwal, and Daniel K. Isaac. This looks extra cheesy and cute and funny, but also obviously a direct-to-video film. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for ...

Less than one week until Judgment Day. Are you prepared? What will you do on Judgment Day? Netflix has launched a bloody, violent, completely badass new red band trailer for their anime sci-fi series Terminator Zero. It launches on Netflix streaming next week - starting on August 29th. Created and executive produced by Mattson Tomlin and executive produced by Skydance Animation by Production IG Studios in Japan, the 8-episode series will be part of the Terminator universe but focuses on new characters. Set in the year 2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an army of machines. Connecting back to 1997: when the AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war on humanity. Sonoya Mizuno stars as the voice of "Eiko," the resistance fighter sent back in time to stop Skynet's impending attack. The main voice cast includes Timothy Olyphant as Terminator, André Holland as Malcolm Lee, Rosario Dawson as Koroko, & Ann Dowd as The Prophet. The series is directed by Masashi Kudo. The more footage they show, the more ...

"It's good to have you around. It's fun." Well Go USA has unveiled the official US trailer for a Thai dramedy movie titled How To Make Millions Before Grandma Dies in English, originally known as just Lahn Mah in Thai. Made by Thai filmmaker Pat Boonntipat, this already opened in theaters in Thailand earlier this year, and it will be soon getting a US release in select theaters (this Sept). After his grandmother is diagnosed with cancer, a scheming young man moves in to care for her, motivated by a desire to secure her fortune for himself. Unfortunately for him, it turns out that winning Grandma's favor is no easy feat. This stars Putthipong Assaratanakul (aka Billkin) as M, Usha Seamkhum as Amah, Sanya Kunakorn, Sarinrat Thomas, Pongsatorn Jongwilas, & Tontawan Tantivejaku. I have to say - this film actually looks really sweet and sentimental, a nice comedy but also a heartwarming story about these two connecting despite his original intentions. The trailer is worth a watch - some folks might end up being really into this. Official trailer for Pat ...