Prospect is a new science fiction movie that promises to be equal parts dynamic and disturbing. The modestly budgeted film is grounded more in gritty realism than over-the-top effects or action set pieces though there are some damned pretty shots in this trailer. Prospect is set for release on November 2nd.
About Prospect
Official Synopsis: A teenage girl and her father travel to a remote moon on the hunt for elusive riches. But there are others roving the moon’s toxic forest, and the job quickly devolves into a desperate fight to escape.
Prospect was written and directed by Christopher “Chris” Caldwell and Zeek Earl. The film is based on their own short film from 2014 of the same name. The short garnered the duo some festival awards and a lot of attention. This is also their first feature film. The full-length version stars Sophie Thatcher as the girl that’s in over her head as well as Jay Duplass and Pedro Pascal.
Prospect features a cast that includes …
Sophie Thatcher as Cee
Pedro Pascal as Ezra
Jay Duplass as Damon
Andre Royo as Oruf
Sheila Vand as Inumon
Anwan Glover as Mikken
Trick Danneker as Jack
Luke Pitzrick as Number Two
Doug Dawson as Heshir
Arthur Deranleau as Fahr
Shepheard Earl as Conductor
Prospect certainly has the attention of a lot of science fiction fans out there. The low-key nature of the film appeals to a broad swath of viewers who like that quieter approach as opposed to blowing things up every three seconds. The trailer is filled with the same sort of tension as the phenomenal short film. Pedro Pascal’s performance as revealed in the trailer looks deliciously sinister at times.
The concept of Prospect as a sort of science fiction gold rush in space is rich with potential storytelling. The feature builds out the world of the short with a bigger budget that provides for some interesting visuals. However, it doesn’t look like they went crazy with money and the film is still focused around the very real and down to earth (toxic alien moon?) threats facing the characters.
Netflix dropped a bomb Tuesday morning with the announcement of a live-action Avatar: The Last Airbender series coming to the streaming service. Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko, the creators of the original series on Nickelodeon, will return as showrunners of the live-action show.
The tweet also mentions the show will be a reimagining of the animated series, with concept art by John Staub.
No announcement on cast, additional crew, or release date at this time. This is a breaking news story and will be updated as details are revealed.
Avatar: The Last Airbender the animated series ran from 2003 to 2008. The sequel to the series, The Legend of Korra ran for four seasons from 2012 to 2014.
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The new animated series created by Dave Filoni, Star Wars Resistance, is almost here and with it comes the titles for the first four episodes of season one. Focusing on a squadron of pilots named The Aces who guard the Colossus, the show takes place just months before the events of The Force Awakens.
The series includes the return of fan favorites like General Organa, Poe Dameron, Kylo Ren, and the infamous Captain Phasma. In addition, there’s a host of new and quirky characters, along with ships never seen before in the Star Wars franchise.
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Thanks to Wishlist.com, we now have the first four-episode titles for Star Wars Resistance.
Episode 1: “The Recruit,” premieres October 7th at 10 pm EST on the Disney Channel.
“The Triple Dark,” episode 2 premieres October 14th.
Episode 3: “Fuel for the Fire,” premieres October 21st.
“The High Tower,” episode 4 premieres October 28th.
Everything We Know So Far About Star Wars Resistance
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Disney and Lucasfilm are pumping out content for the series, beginning with their first trailer titled Meet the Fireball Team.
Located in the outer rim of the galaxy, stands a platform named the Colossus. Tasked with protecting the Resistance base are five elite pilots, who during peaceful times, improve their skills through racing.
Introduced in the second Star Wars Resistance trailer, these pilots are known as The Aces.
The ace hotshots of the Colossus, according to Dave Filoni, “are a group of pilots among the best in the galaxy.” From childhood prodigies like Torra Doza to ex-Imperial pilot Griff Halloran, The Aces are all that stand in the First Orders way towards their goal of destroying the Republic. They just don’t know it, yet.
Star Wars Resistance will air at 10 pm EST on October 7, 2018. The new animated series airs on the Disney Channel, Disney XD, and other Disney platforms.
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Marvel Studios has released the first official trailer for the next installment of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Captain Marvel. Brie Larson, who will portray the iconic Marvel hero, debuted the first trailer during her surprise appearance on Good Morning America.
There’s obviously a lot to unpack in this first trailer, starting with the opening moment. We see Brie Larson’s Carol Danvers falling from the sky and crashing into a blockbuster video, telling us immediately that this film doesn’t take place in 2018. The trailer also gives us an exciting look at a de-aged Nick Fury, a very alive Phil Coulson and Jude Law’s mystery character (Mar-Vell?). Marvel fans will also be able to spot Lee Pace’s returning Guardians of the Galaxy villain, Ronan.
Wanna discuss the trailer? Listen to my trailer discussion/review in the video below and let me know what you thought in the comments!
The story follows Carol Danvers as she becomes one of the universe’s most powerful heroes when Earth is caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races. Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, Captain Marvel stars Brie Larson (Carol Danvers), Jude Law (Mar-Vell), Gemma Chan (Doctor Minerva), Samuel L. Jackson (Nick Fury), Ben Mendelsohn, Clark Gregg (Phil Coulson), Lee Pace (Ronan) and Djimon Hounsou (Korath the Pursuer).
Filming and production are well underway for Star Wars Episode IX and already another rumor has surfaced. Between Mark Hamill teasing fans on Twitter and Kevin Smith’s theory regarding relations between Rey and Ahsoka, this rumor takes the cake. In what sounds more like fanfiction than fact, the alleged theory puts the crosshairs on General Hux.
According to an article in Express, an unnamed source leaked the following information about Episode IX.
“Kylo Ren is suspicious of an individual in the First Order handing out information to the Resistance. Part of the Episode IX storyline will have a cat and mouse element to it, like Revenge of the Sith where the Jedi were trying to find out who the Sith Lord is — which turned out to be Palpatine. General Hux is the mole inside the First Order.”
“Kylo has always been driven by his personal demons but Hux is utterly committed to the First Order and his devotion allows him to justify anything as a means to a glorious end. Hux believes Kylo Ren is not a fit leader to replace the god-like Snoke. Plus, he always had his eye on eventually being acknowledged as Snoke’s successor, so he is also trying to undermine and bring down the new Supreme Leader so that he can step in and take control himself.”
Our Thoughts On The Episode IX Leaked Rumor
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While the Episode IX rumors are fun, this leak is one we hope isn’t true. Hux bringing down the First Order just to replace Kylo Ren sounds like lazy writing. There are a plethora of storyline options available, making this one unlikely.
If Hux was to succeed, how would it benefit him? The First Order’s been defeated, because he’s a mole, and his army is crushed. What would Hux be taking over exactly? Hux is manipulative and deceitful, this is shown clearly in the book Phasma.
While he will go to any length to achieve ultimate power, this theory doesn’t line up with his character’s goals. Win the war first, then take out Kylo Ren. Despite being a spoiled brat, Hux is patient.
If this Episode IX rumor is true, we’re positive there will be an outcry from fans.
Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Is this theory bunk, or is it fact? “May the Force be with you, always.”
Alec Baldwin has met his match. According to Comicbook.com, Brett Cullen has joined the cast of Todd Philip’s Joker as Thomas Wayne. Cullen comes in following the abrupt departure of Alec Baldwin. He joins Joaquin Phoneix, Rober De Niro, Zazie Beetz (Deadpool 2), Marc Maron (Glow), and Frances Conroy (How I Met Your Mother) in the origin film.
Comic book movie audiences may remember Cullen from his roles in Ghost Rider and The Dark Knight Rises. He’s also appeared in such films as 42, The Shallows and 2012s Red Dawn. Recently, he had a recurring role on Netflix’s Narcos.
According to the report, Cullen’s take on Thomas Wayne will be not so friendly. It’s unclear if this iteration will differ at all from what Baldwin’s was going to be. Baldwin’s Wayne was going to be a Donald Trump-like businessman, which caused fans to question the casting.
This news comes on the heels of director Todd Philips releasing our first official look at Joaquin Phoenix’s Arthur Fleck. Some set photos and a video also made their way onto the web yesterday, so the hype for Joker is gaining a lot of traction.
Joker will see Phoneix’s Arthur Fleck begin his transformation from failed comedian to Clown Prince of Crime. The movie is set to take influence from Taxi Driver and Raging Bull. Todd Philips (The Hangover) is set to direct and Hollywood icon Martin Scorcese is attached as a producer. Phoenix had this to say about the direction of the movie:
“I wouldn’t say it’s a superhero movie, or a studio movie or a … It feels unique, and I think more then anything, and probably the most important thing, is Todd seems very passionate about it and very giving, and so that’s exciting. I think, underneath the excitement of these films, and the size of them, there are these incredible characters that are dealing with real life struggles. And sometimes that is uncovered and exposed, and sometimes it isn’t, and so I always felt, like, there were characters in comics that were really interesting and deserve the opportunity to be kind of studied. And so I think that’s what Todd sees appealing about this idea.”
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Many believe Solo: A Star Wars Story is just as much Chewbacca’s story as it is Han’s and the bonus footage from Solo just confirmed it. Thanks to Reddit user u/Godxon, we now have confirmation the infamous fuzzball’s last name is Attichitcuk.
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Better known as Itchy, Attichitcuk is a Wookiee Chieftain who fought beside Yoda and Qui-Gon Jinn. It’s also believed he’s the one who helped Yoda flee Kashyyyk in Revenge of the Sith. Although, from fandoms perspective, Attichitcuk (Paul Gale) is famous for his iconic role in the Star Wars Holiday Special.
The digital release of Solo: A Star Wars Story contains a good many deleted scenes, like a charming snowball fight between Han and Chewie. There’s also a clip of Solo crashing a TIE fighter after trying to save a fellow Imperial pilot. Plus, an extended version of Darth Maul’s conversation with Qi’ra.
How Solo Officially Made Itchy Canon
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Thanks to the bonus footage from the Solo: A Star Wars Story, we now know for certain Chewie’s related to Attichitcuk. It also officially inducts Itchy into the Star Wars Canon.
While the other family members currently aren’t Cannon, yet, perhaps Disney and Lucasfilm will continue to unravel the backstory of Chewbacca in the future. Whether this happens through another Solo film or television series, we’re happy to have a confirmation of Chewie’s father outside of the wacky Holiday Special from 1978.
George Lucas didn’t have anything to do with the Holiday Special, being that it was a spin-off. It did, however, include most of the cast from Star Wars: A New Hope and music by John Williams.
Solo: A Star Wars Story released digitally on September 14th. The Blu-ray is available on September 25th.
Let us know in the comments if you want more of Chewie’s Wookiee past explored in future Star Wars projects? Are you excited about Itchy being confirmed into Canon? “May the Force be with you, always.”
A long time ago, 2001 to be exact, on a network not so far away….
An MTV animated series would hit the airwaves. Edgy and downright hilarious, the show would give a look at college lifestyle but vanished not long afterwards. However, the show soon becomes a cult hit on Teletoon and DVD. But it has yet to make its Netflix debut.
Created by Pete Williams, the show only consists of 13 episodes, but they depict a great take on college life. In an alternate universe, the show could have been a worthy MTV series in the vein of Beavis and Butt-Head and Daria. However, the series is still fresh and feels contemporary nearly twenty years later.
The show focuses on four freshman as they embark on their first year of university. Having been friends since infancy, they swear to remain “the Clique” despite going to different schools. Parker “Nitz” Walsh is the shy everyman who must make his way through life in college. His dream is to win the love of Kimmy Burton, a second-year student who he went to high school with. However, she’s fawning over a drama student named Mark, whom she doesn’t realize is gay. Nitz gets advice and support from fellow student Jessie, a laid-back, easy going girl who’s definitely interested in him. She often gets frustrated by his mooning over Kimmy. All the while, Nitz remains oblivious to Jessie’s attraction to him.
Calvin “Cal” Evans is Nitz’ roommate. Tall, blonde and handsome, he is somewhat of an airhead with a lisp and a habit of calling everyone “guy”. Although he is not too bright, Cal has an impressive track record with women, much to the envy of his friends. However, he remains the peacemaker of the group and tries to be kind.
Rocko Gambiani can be called a drunken oaf. He’s a meathead at the local community college with the desire to join a fraternity. Unfortunately, times have come a long way from the likes of Animal House, and his antics are more pathetic and annoying at best. This often puts him at odds with the frat boys and the Clique. Despite his loud, obnoxious behaviour, Rocko loves his friends and will gladly help them out.
Last but not least is Justin “Gimpy” Taylor. Think Mark Zuckerberg crossed with Howard Hughes. Gimpy is highly intelligent but almost never leaves his dorm room at the local technical college. He’s a fan of Star Wars, Spider-Man and The X-Files. Although he admires Agent Dana Scully, Gimpy seems to view women as “the enemy.” He is often at odds with Rita the Resident Assistant.
Undergrads is unique among college series by almost never showing the guys in class. We never learn what they are studying, but that hardly matters on the show. Most of the storylines involve issues such as peer pressure, traditions, rivalries, sex, debt, and questioning one’s identity. Often, the four friends wind up pitting against each other, but they come to see the foolishness of their actions. That is, most of the time.
The show does not delve into sentiment either. Rocko’s battle with drinking is one of the series’ ongoing arcs. After a heavy night of boozing, he hallucinates seeing a giant bottle of liquor and vows to go sober. Naturally, this is easier said than done. In another episode, Nitz has an identity crisis after nobody recognizes him following the winter break. He locks himself in his dorm room and refuses to come out, thus becoming known as “Room Guy” on campus.
Of all the episodes, the penultimate “Risk” is perhaps the funniest. Gimpy, Cal and Rocko convince Nitz to play Risk with them over the weekend. Despite promising Kimmy to help out at the spring carnival, he agrees to join the Clique in a drawn-out game. The group plans to keep Nitz with them as long as possible, as they feel he chooses Kimmy over them. Gimpy is hellbent on beating Nitz, something which he has never done yet. Rocko’s quickly out of the game, so Nitz and Gimpy team up to take Cal down. However, Nitz breaks the treaty to attack Gimpy, who has a nervous breakdown and goes kamikaze. This results in both players unable to win, thus making Cal the winner by default.
One of the best parts of Undergrads is the music. Good Charlotte contributes “The Click” as the theme song, and they even make a cameo in the “Risk” episode. At the time, they were an up-and-coming band and have since become superstars. Another hilarious moment is Nitz and Cal’s rendition of Madonna’s “Like a Virgin.” Other artist whose music is featured include Alkaline Trio, Reggie and the Full Effect, and Sam Roberts.
All in all, Undergrads would make a fine addition to the Netflix platform. The thirteen episodes feel consistent and timely. Indeed, the show does not feel dated or cliche. If anything, a Netflix revival would gain a new audience among viewers, thus making a second season likely to happen.
Lately, there is hope for a comeback. MTV has given Williams the go-ahead to produce an Undergrads movie, and a Kickstarter campaign is in the works. This could lead to a potential second season.
Stayed tuned for details. We may yet hear more from the Clique…..
The trailer for Hunter Killer, a new action-thriller, could make Michael Bay proud and maybe even shed a tear or two. The trailer for the military film begins with an epic shot of a naval fleet and promises to deliver an explosive political action film when it releases in October. Hunter Killer stars Gerard Butler and Gary freakin’ Oldman!
About Hunter Killer
Official Description: An untested American submarine captain teams with U.S. Navy Seals to rescue the Russian president, who has been kidnapped by a rogue general.
Director Donovan Marsh previously worked on the South African film Avenged (also known as iNumber Number) and knows his way around some action. However, HunterKiller is a major production with a budget that’s on a much bigger scale here. Donovan’s star-studded cast includes Linda Cardellini and Common. Leading the film is Gerard Butler and in for the fun is Oscar-winner Gary Oldman.
HunterKiller features a cast that includes …
Gerard Butler as Commander Joe Glass, Captain of the USS Omaha
Gary Oldman as Admiral Charles Donnegan
Common as Rear Admiral John Fisk
Linda Cardellini as Jayne Norquist, National Security Agency senior analyst
Zane Holtz as Martinelli, U.S. Navy SEAL
Caroline Goodall as United States President Dover
Alexander Diachenko as Russian President Zakarin
Michael Nyqvist as Captain Sergei Andropov, Russian Submarine Commander
Ilia Volok as Captain Vladimir Sutrev
Mikhail Gorevoy as Admiral Dmitri Durov
Igor Jijikine as Tretiak
Toby Stephens as Lieutenant Bill Beaman
HunterKiller feels like a throwback 80s, Cold War film, something like a modern Hunt for Red October. But the new trailer offers a little twist in the middle which makes this a much more intriguing story. Instead of a Red Scare-lite, the trailer reveals a different narrative that, at least on the surface, feels fresh and a welcome turn from the Us vs. Them mentality. Of course, this is only a trailer and, by design, is meant to make viewers wonder and want to see the movie.
Did this trailer get you excited for Hunter Killer? Leave your comments below!
The return of the Worst Heroes Ever is inching closer. According to writer Todd Stashwick, the script for Suicide Squad 2 is complete.
During an interview with Discussing Film, Stashwick revealed that his draft of the script is complete:
“We have finished our draft and I’m really proud of it.”
He went on to discuss what the writers of the film are attempting to do with the sequel, while still playing coy about detail:
“It’s a sequel to the first film. Again, I can’t say anything else. Our intention is to tell an exciting story, deepening these characters.”
2016s Suicide Squad was, at one point, viewed as a potential savior for the DCEU. After the mixed reaction to Batman V. Superman, fans turned to DC’s next film to put the universe back on track. That, of course never came to fruition. Suicide Squad was panned by critics and fans alike and is now considered by some the DCEU’s worst film. It’s one saving grace was the fact that the movie made over $700 million at the box office, which was enough to get a sequel greenlit.
Gavin O’Connor, known for directing Warrior and The Accountant, was brought in to helm the sequel and co-write the script. His crew will attempt to rectify the problems that plagued the first film using a more in-depth story.
Margot Robbie and Will Smith are confirmed to reprise their roles as Harley Quinn and Deadshot respectively. It’s unclear what other members of Task Force X will return, although, Jared Leto, Viola Davis, and Joel Kinnaman are expected to make an appearance.
Production on Suicide Squad 2, which was set to kick off later this year, has been delayed into next year. So it will be sometime before we get to see our favorite bad guys on the big screen again.
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