By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor In 2016, the world was introduced to David Ayer’s “Suicide Squad.” Although it was a box office success, it was met with less than stellar reviews (it currently sits at 26% on Rotten Tomatoes) and a divisive fan base. It introduced the world to DC’s most bankable live-action character (Margot Robbie’s Harley Quinn), featured Will […]
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)– Roku, Inc. (NASDAQ: ROKU) announced that an exciting new slate of Roku Originals will be available to stream beginning August 13. The lineup features 23 new titles for The Roku Channel, including four all-new premieres, available exclusively on The Roku Channel. New, never-before-seen series ‘Eye Candy,’ ‘Squeaky Clean,’ season two of ‘Thanks a Million,’ and […]
By Staff Reports Disney’s Jungle Cruise debuted at #1 this weekend, opening to an estimated total of more than $90M globally, including $34.2M in domestic box office, $27.6M in international box office, and over $30M in Disney+ Premier Access consumer spend globally. “Jungle Cruise is the perfect summer adventure film, bringing a beloved theme park attraction to both the big screen and living […]
By Rebecca Benson and Nolan P Smith Disney is synonymous with fun for all ages. And The Jungle Cruise is just that. We went to the theaters, knowing full well that this would be a “popcorn” movie. Nothing that takes itself too seriously. And it’s Disney. Enough said. From the beginning, we were entranced, transported back into the Disneyland of […]
By Daniel Schwartz It appears that streaming services have really been trying to up their game when it comes to making movies. Following the star-studded offering of Army of the Dead at Netflix, Amazon has countered with its own big-budget, Chris Pratt action-thriller, The Tomorrow War. The movie is a fun mix of action and thrills, along with tragedy and […]
By Staff Reports In celebration of the 35th anniversary of its release, the world-renowned 1986 animated feature film THE TRANSFORMERS: THE MOVIE returns to U.S. movie theaters for two days only, Sunday, September 26 and Tuesday, September 28, for an experience that’s beyond good, beyond evil, and beyond your wildest imagination! In addition to the feature, audiences of this special event will be treated to brand-new exclusive content. […]
By Staff Reports This August, sit back and relax with a phenomenal slate of new original series and blockbuster films on HBO Max. From writer/director James Gunn comes Warner Bros. Pictures’ superhero action adventure “The Suicide Squad,” featuring a collection of the most degenerate delinquents in the DC lineup—including Bloodsport, Peacemaker, Captain Boomerang, Ratcatcher 2, Savant, King Shark, Blackguard, Javelin […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Directed by, written by and starring Colin Cunningham (“Falling Skies”, “Preacher”), Centigrade was the short film that could. Premiering in 2008, the film went on to win numerous awards, including the Cinequest Film Festival award for Best Narrative Short Film, which qualified it for an Oscar nomination. Originally conceived as a feature film, the short takes a […]
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)– Disney+ Original Series from Lucasfilm Garners 24 Emmy Nominations including Best Drama Series. In last year’s Season 2 finale of “Star Wars: The Mandalorian,” the appearance of a young Luke Skywalker was one of the biggest reveals and best-kept secrets of the acclaimed show thus far. Reaction to the episode was emotionally-charged for many, deeply […]
By Staff Reports Fathom Events is set to bring Paramount Pictures’ 1986 sci-fi classic Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home to select movie theaters nationwide for its 35th anniversary on Thurs., Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. & Sun., Aug. 22 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. (all times local). Starring William Shatner, Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, James […]
By Staff Reports Strike Back Studios continues its hot streak with its latest acquisition of the Turbo Panda Productions action thriller “Overrun” the feature film directorial debut from filmmaker Josh Tessier (“The Mandalorian,” “The Walking Dead: Red Machete,” “The Thundermans”) that is planned for a TVOD/Digital platform and Blu-Ray/DVD United States release beginning on August 17th, 2021. International sales are being handled by Bleiberg Entertainment’s genre label Compound B and […]
By Nolan P. Smith Wednesday is almost here, and you know what that means? Time for the God of Mischief to return as Loki premieres on Disney+! Check out a featurette with Owen Wilson as he talks about his character, his interactions with Tom Hiddleston, and how he was almost part of the MCU during…Iron Man? Marvel Studios’ “Loki” features […]
By Rebecca Benson I was so excited to learn that there would be a part 2 to the already phenomenal first installment of John Krasinski’s film “A Quiet Place.” I have to admit; I was a little slow to watch the first movie. Choosing instead to catch it in my solitude at home. And let me tell you, I wish […]
By Kevin Hoskinson In the latest entry of The Conjuring universe, the Warrens take on their most diabolical case yet. The film takes on the famous “Devil made me do it” case, the first known United States court trial where the defense used demonic possession to prove their client’s innocence. According to records, 11-year old David Glatzel was supposedly possessed […]
By Staff Reports Wizard World, a division of Wizard Brands Inc.™ (OTCQB: WIZD), announced the launch of its inaugural collection of two-dimensional, non-fungible tokens (2D NFTs) of exclusive items from the Wizard World Vault online marketplace (www.wizardworldvault.com). Compiled from 25 years of events (www.wizardworld.com) and trusted sourcing throughout the pop-culture industry, Wizard World’s collectibles are now available to be bought […]
By Staff Reports JayZoMon/Dark Myth Company has announced PCE/Scarefaire, a new event being added to the PCE roster! Scarefaire is a horror themed event and offers a wide variety of entertainment for those who like a little scare, to the die-hard horror fan. Vendors range from one-of-a-kind products, incredible artwork, and collectables to authors and celebrities. Eddie Aguirre, the man […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Entertainment Editor After playing within the confines of the DC universe of films, director Zack Snyder is back with his first original film in years. With the Netflix original film Army Of The Dead, he returns to the zombie genre that launched his film career so many years ago. His first movie was a remake of George […]
Pastrami Paranormal is back with an all-new episode! Join host Kevin Hoskinson, Rebecca Benson, and Nolan Smith as they discuss angels in pop culture. What is your favorite portrayal of angels in movies? Comics? TV? Books? Let us know! Visit PastramiNation.com for news, reviews and more!
By Staff Reports Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy will reprise their roles as the delightfully wicked Sanderson Sisters in the live-action comedy “Hocus Pocus 2,” the spooky sequel to Disney’s 1993 Halloween cult classic “Hocus Pocus.” The film will premiere exclusively on Disney+ in 2022. Singer/actress Bette Midler (“The First Wives Club,” “Beaches”) returns as Winifred Sanderson, […]
Super7 and Saucony are doing the monster mash once again, with a new collection of Universal Monsters-themed shoes! Featuring Creature from the Black Lagoon, Frankenstein, The Bride of Frankenstein, and The Mummy, we have reconstructed the classic Saucony Jazz Original into a monster of its own! The Super7 x Saucony Universal Monsters collection will launch Friday, May 21 at Noon PT […]
By Staff Reports We missed you… so much. Sink your teeth into the new #Venom: Let There Be Carnage trailer. Only in theaters September 24 Visit our site: https://www.venom.movie Follow Us on Social: https://www.facebook.com/VenomMovie https://www.instagram.com/VenomMovie https://www.twitter.com/VenomMovie https://www.twitter.com/EddiesClubhouse Tom Hardy returns to the big screen as the lethal protector Venom, one of MARVEL’s greatest and most complex characters. Directed by Andy […]
By Kevin Hoskinson There is something about video game adaptations that don’t quite click. Most of the time, they are a mixed bag, filled with forced fan service, cringe dialogue, and horrible editing. Despite all those things, they tend to be entertaining and tolerable enough to kill some time. Even though most of them are fine, fans and critics alike […]
By Staff Reports In just one month, and with markets around the globe left to open or increase capacity, Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ “Godzilla vs. Kong” has triumphed at the worldwide box office, grossing over $400 million. The announcement was made today by Warner Bros. Pictures President of Domestic Distribution, Jeff Goldstein, and President of International Distribution, Andrew […]
By Staff Reports Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) announced plans to develop Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em Robots®, the classic tabletop game featuring battling robots, into a live-action motion picture. Mattel Films is working with Universal Pictures and Vin Diesel’s production company, One Race Films, on the project. Diesel will also star in the film. Mattel Films will produce the project alongside […]
By Staff Reports Scout Comics & Entertainment Holdings Inc. is proud to announce that LAST STOP, created, written, and illustrated by Trey Walker and Hoyt Silva, is in development with producer Sean Robins (SR-48, OPEN ROAD) with SCOUT COMICS attached to produce. LAST STOP is about the world’s last superhero Lincoln Adams (AKA Unstoppable). Disillusioned, Lincoln must make peace with the changing world around him-can […]
Come to Micro Con on Saturday April 17th for an epic lineup of panels and exclusive content! Grab a snack, kick back and enjoy content featuring Giancarlo Esposito, Sideshow, SpongeBob Squarepants, Women of Sci-fi, Top Cow Productions, Legion M, and more! Secure your tickets today and we hope to see you virtually next Saturday morning! Get tickets HERE! Sideshow announces […]
By Staff Reports Riding the wave of a massive opening in international markets, including $137.1 million in China so far, “Godzilla vs. Kong” debuted this week in the U.S. in theaters and on HBO Max, taking in $48.5 million at the domestic box office over five days, pushing the Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures film close to the $300 […]
By Staff Reports LAIKA, known for the Academy Award®-nominated animated films Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Kubo and the Two Strings and Missing Link, is expanding into live action. The studio has optioned Seventeen, the upcoming first novel by acclaimed screenwriter John Brownlow (The Minaturist, Sylvia). Currently in production on its sixth animated feature film, LAIKA secured the rights in an […]
(Credit: BossLogic) By Staff Reports In anticipation of Legendary Pictures and Warner Bros. Pictures epic action-adventure motion picture Godzilla vs. Kong, Legendary Entertainment is launching two new exclusive NFT (non-fungible token) collections specially created for fans and art lovers alike. Celebrated fan artist Boss Logic and Terra Virtua Ltd will each offer two unique lines of digital collectibles that represent […]
By Staff Reports Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution announced new release details for a number of titles on Walt Disney Studios’ upcoming slate of films. The announcement updates rollout details for the forthcoming Disney live-action “Cruella,” Marvel Studios’ “Black Widow,” and Disney and Pixar’s “Luca,” and also includes revised premiere dates for several other titles. “Today’s announcement reflects our focus […]