Author: Alex Billington

"When you see this perfect table, you go for it." Samuel Goldwyn Films has revealed an official trailer for a crime thriller film called Dead Money, a crime thriller from director Luc Walpoth, which also goes under Degenerate. This will be releasing on VOD right away in September if anyone wants to give it a look. After a violent home game robbery, a pro poker hustler and his girlfriend are caught up in a whirlwind night that ends in Andy playing the biggest game of his life, while both their lives hang in the balance. Starring Emile Hirsch and India Eisley as Andy and Chloe, David Keith, Peter Facinelli, Jimmy Jean-Louis, with Rory Culkin and Jackie Earle Haley. The film follows pro poker player Andy and his girlfriend Chloe who get wrapped up in a crazy 24 hours after a home poker game is robbed. It takes place in one night as we find out if he can win the game of his life. This looks pretty cheesy overall, doubtful that it will be the new Rounders. This gangster bad ...

"You'll see him if you look..." IFC Films has revealed the official 10th Anniversary re-release trailer for the modern horror classic The Babadook, by Australian filmmaker Jennifer Kent. The film first premiered at the 2014 Sundance Film Festival and played at numerous festivals that year before opening in the fall and becoming an instant horror favorite for many. IFC Films, in partnership with Iconic Events Releasing will bring the Aussie horror film back to theaters featuring an exclusive Q&A with the writer & director Jennifer Kent. A single mother and her young child fall into a deep well of paranoia when an eerie children's book titled "Mister Babadook" manifests in their home. When Amelia begins to see glimpses of a sinister presence all around her, it slowly dawns on her that the thing her son Samuel has been warning her about may be real. Essie Davis stars as Amelia, with Daniel Henshall, Tim Purcell, Tiffany Lyndall-Knight, and Noah Wiseman. This film totally rules, it's scary and intense and beautifully made. Definitely a horror for the ages - glad they're giving ...

"These are for everyone's healing." Area 23a has unveiled an official trailer for a documentary titled Music For Mushrooms, set for a limited theatrical release this fall. The film follows the personal journey of the musician / psychonaut known as East Forest from Portland, Oregon. The film documents Trevor Oswalt's personal journey as he explores the intersection of music & psychedelics, using this very powerful combo to facilitate transformative healing in a world increasingly in need. Through deeply intimate encounters with individuals whose lives have been profoundly altered by these experiences, the doc film serves as a poignant exploration (and hopefully conversation starter) of the true healing potential of art, spirituality, nature, and psychedelics. It is a resonant ode to the great power of introspection and transformation in an era marked by widespread anxiety and disconnection. The cast includes a diverse array of subjects from across the globe including spiritual leader Ram Dass, Dr. Robin Carhart-Harris, Prof. of Neurology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Sciences at University of California; musician/producer Peter Broderick; musician/producer Jon Hopkins; DJ & producer ANNA, and many others. This ...

"What if we just walk away? But then I was like, 'Nah...'" Netflix has revealed the first official trailer for Rebel Ridge, an intense action thriller film set for release in September streaming on Netflix. Alas this one is skipping festivals & theaters entirely. Rebel Ridge is the latest from acclaimed director Jeremy Saulnier, known for his indie hits Murder Party, Blue Ruin, Green Room, and Hold the Dark previously. In this new one, an ex-Marine grapples his way through a web of small-town corruption when an attempt to post bail for his cousin escalates into a violent standoff with the local police chief. Bring it on, Saulnier. A "deeply human yet high-velocity thriller that explores corruption and morality in the context of bone-breaking action and ever-coiling suspense." Hell yes! Starring Aaron Pierre (of "Krypton", Old, Brother) as Terry Richmond, with Don Johnson, AnnaSophia Robb, David Denman, Emory Cohen, Steve Zissis, Zsané Jhé, Dana Lee, and James Cromwell. Ohhh yes this looks like a DAMN good time! I'll definitely be watching. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Jeremy Saulnier's Rebel ...

"City of lights... I came here to find something... Drifting in a river I cannot control..." Trafalgar Releasing has unveiled an official trailer for Usher: Rendezvous in Paris, an energetic concert movie experience launching in theaters this September. It will be playing for two nights in many cinemas around the world, not just in the US, if anyone wants to rock with Usher. The concert doc features songs from Usher's entire 30 year career. Captured during Paris Fashion Week at La Seine Musicale, the film features chart-topping hits including "Yeah!", "My Boo", "Love In This Club" and more. In addition to bringing this vibrant concert experience to the screen, Usher gives audiences a glimpse inside life beyond the stage – delivering a movie experience "U won't want to miss." This trailer is trying to be extremely cinematic, with ultra-widescreen cinematography that makes the whole concert seem like it's being projected on masking tape. This looks like an epic concert, complete with spectacular lights, dancers galore and a roller skating sequence. Dance on. 🕺 Here's the official trailer for Anthony Mandler's concert ...

"Survive or die!" Yes that is usually what happens in a war. Lionsgate has revealed an official trailer for a fantasy action thriller film called Warchief, made by actor / filmmaker Stuart Brennan. Every film that he has made previously is a fantasy action thriller with nothing but low scores. This one is basically a Warcraft knockoff, even the title is winking at that. A group of guardians are tasked with protecting a messenger who must deliver vital information to their king. On their journey through an ancient land, they'll face a battle filled with plagues, dark magic and vile monsters. "After another fierce and costly battle with savage Orcs, the messenger reveals her identity as a master of the dark arts and that a war is on the horizon... As their once-peaceful world comes under siege and a future kingdom ruled by the undead is foretold, Orion and his forces make one final stand for the soul of all mankind." This stars Rosanna Miles, Stuart Brennan, Suzanne Packer, Mark Paul Wake, and Michael Lambourne. All of this footage looks ...

"Repel the Evil. Return the Curses. Protect the Divine." And then save everyone? Freestyle Digital Media has revealed an official US trailer for a Japanese fantasy-thriller film called The Divine Protector: The Master Salt Begins, arriving on VOD to watch in the US later this month. The film originally debuted in Japan back in late 2022 - but hasn't been released here until now. At 7:07 PM, the occult club members are holding a ritual ceremony to summon "Master Salt" in Kamono Girls' High School in Tokyo, to help one of the members, Nanako (Saya Fukunaga), who has been struck by mysterious incidents. Together they must work to repel a curse and stop a demon from talking over. "A curse is a wish to bring others unhappiness," said producer Yoichi Utebi. "Be mindful of your thoughts, especially negative thoughts against others, and counter them with wholesome, loving, positive thinking because curses are not a figment of imagination." The cast features Rin Kijima, Saya Fukunaga, Kokoro Nishiwaki, Rino Otaki, Donpei Tsuchihira, Sakura Kamijo, and Yuki Meguro. I can't tell if this ...

"Something's not right." Gravitas has revealed the official trailer for a documentary film titled Concussed: The American Dream, an eye-opening look at the CTE problem in professional sports. Available to watch on VOD later this month. The danger of head trauma in sports has emerged with the discovery of Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) in athletes after death. This doc explores the story of Super Bowl winner Tyler Sash who rose from a small town to the NFL until concussions shortened his career. NFL Hall of Famer Brett Favre's story is paralleled as he deals with the aftereffects of playing professional football for 20 years professionally. As the narrative unfolds, their lives intersect to reveal the hidden dangers lurking within the sport they love. Glad they're making more films about this - it was an important topic a few years ago then got forgotten. But it still needs to be something talked about until more is done to protect players. Official trailer (+ poster) for David Kano's doc Concussed: The American Dream, direct from YouTube: In the glitzy world of professional football in ...

"Paddington's greatest adventure begins..." in Peru this winter. Sony Pictures has debuted another amusing teaser trailer for the highly anticipated sequel Paddington in Peru continuing the adorable adventures of the Paddington Bear after the beloved Paddington (2014) & Paddington 2 (2017). In this sequel, Paddington and his adopted family – the Browns – decide to visit his Aunt Lucy in Peru (hence the new title), only to end up lost in the Amazon rainforest. An adventure ensues when a mystery plunges them into an unexpected journey through the Amazon rainforest and up the mountain peaks of Peru. This British comedy adventure sequel stars Hugh Bonneville, Emily Mortimer, Madeleine Harris, Samuel Joslin, Julie Walters, Jim Broadbent, Carla Tous, and Antonio Banderas, plus Olivia Colman as "The Reverend Mother." Plus the voices of Ben Whishaw as Paddington Brown and Imelda Staunton as Aunt Lucy. The first UK trailer arrived a few months ago with plenty more footage. This teaser doesn't show much and inexplicably hides the "Paddington in Peru" title but whatever, it's still so darn cute. Now I want a marmalade sandwich. Here's the ...

"Sneaky bastard." Let 'em at it! Quiver Distribution has revealed the official US trailer for a comedy from Ireland called The Problem With People, which is a clever title for nowadays because almost everyone is thinking about the many problems with people. This premiered at a few film festivals in late 2023 and will open right away on VOD in the US starting in October this fall. Two distant cousins who've never met - one living in NYC, the other in the smallest town there is in Ireland - come together in Ireland to finally put an end to a generations-long family feud. It doesn't go well... The Problem With People, set in beautifully lush Irish countryside, is a heartwarming comedy about family, world peace... and sheep. 🐑 Colm Meaney and Paul Reiser (who also co-wrote & produced) star, along with Jane Levy, Lucianne McEvoy, and Des Keogh. Reviews say the film "ecomes a lovely trip to the Irish countryside, filled with great laughs, some bickering, and a lot of love." Looks like there's a few good jokes in this ...