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Taron Egerton and Ana Sophia Heger lead a brutal, emotional father-daughter thriller in 'She Rides Shotgun,' a raw and tender crime drama directed by Nick Rowland. Featuring powerful performances, emotional stakes, and explosive action, this Lionsgate release is one of the year’s most gripping surprises.
Discover the hidden clue in Bring Her Back that suggests Laura may have been drugging Andy all along. Explore the film’s dark secrets, psychological manipulation, and how one small moment changes everything in this chilling thriller.
Pete Davidson stars in 'The Home,' a haunted nursing-home horror from 'The Purge' creator James DeMonaco. Balancing supernatural chills with social commentary, the film explores trauma, memory, and the blurred lines between reality and delusion.
Adam Sandler tees off once again in 'Happy Gilmore 2,' Netflix's long-awaited sequel full of cameos, callbacks, and chaotic comedy. It’s dumb, self-indulgent, and exactly what fans have been waiting for.
Logan Lerman and Molly Gordon headline 'Oh, Hi!', a kinky, genre-bending rom-com about lust, love, and power play. Director Sophie Brooks upends expectations in this audacious romantic comedy.
Apple TV+ renews ‘Stick’ as Owen Wilson leads a heartfelt golf comedy that’s equal parts funny, sweet, and sincere. With a strong ensemble and easy summer vibes, this is comfort TV at its finest. Read our full review.
'‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ marks a bold reinvention of Marvel’s First Family, with standout performances, retro visuals, and a story rooted in character and heart. Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, and Julia Garner shine in a stylish, emotional triumph.
Michael Shanks’ Together is a grotesquely inventive horror-comedy starring Dave Franco and Alison Brie as lovers unraveling—literally and emotionally. Blending brutal body horror with darkly hilarious relationship satire, this Sundance 2025 standout delivers one of the wildest, weirdest cinematic experiences of the year.
James Gunn's Superman (2025) delivers a warm, witty, and thrilling reboot of DC's most iconic hero, led by David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan. Read our full review.
Idris Elba and John Cena shine as unlikely allies in Heads of State, Amazon's new action-comedy that struggles to match their charisma with a compelling script. Directed by Ilya Naishuller, the film mixes political satire with globe-trotting chaos but never fully sticks the landing.
Joseph Kosinski’s F1: The Movie blends kinetic spectacle with thematic depth. Featuring Brad Pitt and Damson Idris, it’s a visually stunning, narratively complex Formula 1 saga powered by real races and raw emotion.
Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali lead a forgettable expedition in Gareth Edwards’ Jurassic World: Rebirth, a visually competent but emotionally extinct return to the dinosaur franchise.
FX’s The Bear returns with a muted but still compelling fourth season. Jeremy Allen White leads a strong cast through a story grappling with creative burnout and emotional stagnation.
Prime Video’s We Were Liars adapts the bestselling YA novel into a coastal thriller of family secrets, romantic tension, and generational trauma. With standout performances from Emily Alyn Lind and Shubham Maheshwari, the show walks a fine line between haunting and heightened.
Celine Song’s Materialists is a profound exploration of modern love, blending rom-com structure with sharp social commentary. Starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal, the film redefines romance for a generation shaped by wealth and emotional risk.
Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney shine in 'Echo Valley,' a suspenseful domestic thriller from director Michael Pearce. With grief, family trauma, and a gripping plot, the Apple TV+ drama makes for a haunting watch.
A disturbing psychological chess match between a U.S. Army psychiatrist and Nazi leadership—NUREMBERG is a gripping historical drama headed for theaters November 7, 2025.
The teaser opens with somber tones and courtroom imagery as psychiatrist Douglas Kelley is sent to evaluate Nazi war criminals—most notably Hermann Göring. What begins as professional duty spirals into tension: Kelly and Göring engage in a chilling mental duel behind prison bars, as prosecution led by chief prosecutor Robert H. Jackson ramps up. With brief but powerful visuals, the trailer underscores themes of justice, evil’s banality, and moral reckoning. It’s framed with urgency: “The world will bear witness…” signaling the scale and stakes of one of history’s defining trials.
In 1930s rural Oregon, twin siblings confront folklore and grief as they seek the truth behind their mother’s death—Queen of Bones arrives in theaters August 1, 2025.
The trailer introduces Lily and Sam, young twins living with their widowed father Malcolm on an isolated homestead. After discovering an arcane spellbook in the cellar, the siblings begin questioning their mother’s mysterious death and whether their father harbors supernatural ties. Atmospheric visuals—mist-shrouded woods, flickering lanterns, shadowy interiors—evoke haunting folklore and slow-burn dread. As Lily’s emerging psychic abilities awaken, tension grows: their journey into the unknown becomes a confrontation with grief, family secrets, and the unexplainable. Few words, but a palpable unease pervades the cinematic tone.
A social media moderator’s moral boundaries break as she becomes obsessed with a disturbing video—and those who blurred the lines behind it. American Sweatshop premieres September 19 via streaming and theaters.
The teaser introduces Daisy Moriarty, a content moderator (Lili Reinhart), whose days are spent blinking through flag queues and disturbing clips. When she encounters a video she believes contains real violence—not merely staged fetish content—her obsession pushes her past company rules. As she investigates unsanctioned leads, the psychological toll of moderating the darkest corners of the internet becomes deadly. Stuck between professional quotas and personal justice, she must decide: is holding someone accountable worth risking everything? The tone is minimalist yet haunting—a morality play set in the digital underworld.
After losing his twin brother, a grieving man forms a complicated bond at a support group for twinless twins—Twinless is a darkly inventive comedy-drama arriving in theaters September 5, 2025.
The trailer introduces Roman (Dylan O’Brien) navigating the aftermath of his identical twin’s death, haunted by grief and identity loss. At a bereavement support group, he meets Dennis (James Sweeney), another twin survivor. Their friendship blossoms into intense dependency, offering solace—but when Roman meets Dennis’ coworker Marcie (Aisling Franciosi), unsettling secrets surface.
A tonal shift mid-trailer reveals the story’s unexpected layers—a Hitchcockian edge emerges amid awkward humor, identity complexity, and emotionally raw revelations. Themes of masculinity, trauma, and connection are explored with both discomfort and empathy. The filmmaking is emotionally precise, surprising, and darkly funny. Viewed at Sundance, where Twinless won the Audience Award and O’Brien earned a Special Jury acting prize, the film impressed critics with its daring emotional honesty and sharp framing.
A former teenage getaway driver is pulled back into chaos when a risky casino heist becomes the only way to save her unreliable ex—Eenie Meanie races to Hulu this August.
The trailer brings us jaw‑dropping close-ups of Edie behind the wheel—an ex-con turned driver-for-hire—when an unscrupulous ex-employer offers her one last job: a casino heist to save her ex-boyfriend’s life. John, her chronically unreliable ex, is drowning in debt to crime boss Nico, played by Andy Garcia. With $3 million at stake, Edie teams with John and a crew, including Randall Park and Marshawn Lynch, in a high‑octane chase across cities. Expect gritty humor, tense camaraderie, and a wickedly stylized tone punctuated by bloody violence, adult language, and chaotic action.
A fantastical love triangle in the afterlife: Joan must choose between her lifelong partner or her first love—Eternity, an existential romantic comedy arriving in theaters this November.
The trailer reveals Joan in a surreal afterlife realm known as “the junction,” where she has just one week to decide where—and with whom—she will spend eternity. Waiting are Larry, the man she built her life with (Miles Teller), and Luke, her first love who died young but has waited decades for her arrival (Callum Turner). Afterlife coordinators Anna (Da’Vine Joy Randolph) and Ryan (John Early) humorously guide her through the rules. A blend of wit and poignancy unfolds as Joan reconnects with Luke’s lingering romance and wrestles with the one she shared a lifetime with, charting a decision both timeless and emotionally charged.
Narrated by grief, rage, and resilience, The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox tells the exonerated American’s shocking story—but this time, it’s told from her own perspective. Limited series premieres August 20, 2025, on Hulu.
Tony investigators interrogate Amanda in intense scenes recreating the infamous 2007 interrogation, exposing relentless media scrutiny and cultural bias. Through tense courtroom drama and flashbacks of college life in Perugia, the trailer explores how a study abroad turned into a global nightmare. Amanda, portrayed by Grace Van Patten, revisits painful memories and legal battles with emotional clarity, charting a 16-year pursuit of justice. The teaser highlights the investigation’s flaws, her eventual acquittal by Italy’s highest court in 2015, and her later work as an advocate for the wrongfully convicted. Amanda Knox collaborated closely as executive producer to reclaim the narrative and underscore broader themes of empathy, identity, and systemic injustice.
The prequel digs into Ben Edwards’ transformation via covert missions, betrayal, and moral fracture—Dark Wolf launches August 27, 2025 on Prime Video with three episodes, followed by weekly drops.
The trailer opens with military-grade precision as a younger Ben Edwards trains with Navy SEALs before transitioning into the CIA’s shadowy world. Scenes of tactical raids, espionage briefings, and intense night ops emphasize his shift from brotherhood to calculated detachment. Chris Pratt’s James Reece makes a limited but poignant return—shadowing Ben’s rise and the eventual fracture that triggers betrayal. Tom Hopper appears as Raife Hastings, a key ally in Ben’s journey. The tone is gritty and introspective, mapping a path of loyalty, psychological strain, and the costs of clandestine warfare.
Tony and Ziva are back—and this time they’re on the run. NCIS: Tony & Ziva reunites the iconic duo as espionage, romance, and legacy collide in their most personal mission yet. Premieres September 4, 2025, on Paramount+.
The trailer opens in Paris, where Tony and Ziva are raising their daughter, Tali, after Ziva’s return from presumed death. Their peaceful life shatters when Tony’s security company falls under cyberattack, forcing them into a high-stakes chase across Europe. The tone blends action‑thriller and romantic comedy: fast cars, shadowy assassins, Interpol pursuit—and steamy chemistry reignited. A flash of Ziva in a wedding dress hints at unresolved love tension. As Tony quips that their life is now “cops, assassins, killer cars,” it reveals just how far they’ll go to protect family and trust.
A German Tiger tank crew embarks on a bleak secret mission deep into the Eastern Front in 1943—a claustrophobic war film that explores the psychological collapse of soldiers trapped in steel.
Set in autumn 1943, the teaser opens with the crew of a Tiger tank sent far behind enemy lines under enigmatic orders. Fueled by methamphetamine, their journey spirals into moral decay and existential dread. The confined, steel-clad environment becomes a crucible: soldiers confront fear, drug-induced delirium, and the erosion of purpose. Harsh visuals and clipped dialogue underscore the growing psychological abyss. As one voice-over warns, “We reap what we sow,” suggesting a deeper reckoning within—and beyond—the machine.
A night steeped in creative dissolution: Blue Moon tracks lyricist Lorenz Hart’s emotional unraveling during the premiere of Oklahoma!, blending mental fragility with musical history.
The first trailer opens in real-time on the evening of March 31, 1943, as Lorenz Hart escapes the Broadway buzz surrounding his former collaborator’s Oklahoma!. Amid the iconic glow of Sardi’s bar, Hart battles despair while colleagues celebrate. Scenes shine a light on his internal collapse—shaved head, diminished stature, and emotional unraveling, as he drinks and rants to sympathetic bystanders. Intercut with archival-style reflections on his life and work (“Blue Moon,” “My Funny Valentine”) the visuals emphasize theatrical ruins, moments of regret, and sudden intimacy. The tone is both elegiac and lyrical, inviting empathy for a creative soul slipping away.
A blind painter confronts decades-old family secrets in The Ugly, Yeon Sang-ho’s quietly haunting TIFF debut—an intimate mystery grounded in art, memory, and identity.
The teaser introduces Im Dong-hwan, a blind painter revered for his uncanny ability to recreate portraits from memory. When he paints his late mother, long-hidden truths unravel as he and his twin father—also a character in the film—begin unlocking a 40-year-old mystery. Scenes shift from muted studio interiors to charged close-ups, painting a cinematic canvas of grief, trauma, and blurred perception. The atmosphere is eerie yet introspective, signaling Yeon’s signature balance of emotional weight with moral ambiguity. ([turn0search13]turn0search13)
The Ugly will world-premiere in TIFF 2025’s Special Presentations section, showcasing Yeon Sang-ho’s transition from kinetic spectacle to meditative human drama.
A fiery new war erupts on Pandora as the Ash People rise—a blazing clash that tests the bonds of Jake Sully’s family and reshapes the Na’vi legacy. Avatar: Fire and Ash arrives December 19, 2025.
The trailer opens with sweeping volcanic panoramas and leaders of the Ash People—fire-wielding Na’vi who reject Eywa’s authority—headed by the fierce Varang (Oona Chaplin). Ash arrows ignite forests, and Naomi Sully is shown confronting Varang with raw defiance. Back in the Metkayina and rainforest regions, Jake and his family—still mourning their son Neteyam—face schisms among Na’vi clans. Colonel Quaritch resurges as a recombinant, marked by tribal war paint, forging uneasy alliances with the Ash People. Inter-tribal conflict unfolds across fiery battlefields and soaring aerial sequences, juxtaposed with scenes of mourning and moral ambiguity as alliances fracture and loyalties are tested.
An emotionally seismic love story between an undocumented Uyghur immigrant and a scarred American veteran—Preparation for the Next Life charts survival, connection, and fragile hope on New York City’s fringes. Hitting theaters September 5, 2025.
The teaser opens in dimly lit Chinatown kitchens where Aishe, a Uyghur immigrant, scrapes together a living. Skirting deportation amidst cramped quarters, she encounters Skinner, a recently returned U.S. soldier haunted by his service. Their fateful meeting sparks cautious conversation and unexpected intimacy. Through contemplative visuals—empty streets, shared city rooftops, and whispered conversations—the trailer speaks to loneliness, longing, and the yearning for belonging. Under director Bing Liu’s subtle yet powerful lens, the film promises a quiet reckoning of love amid displacement.
Adapted by Martyna Majok from Atticus Lish’s acclaimed novel, the film is produced by Plan B, Plan A (with executive work by Barry Jenkins), and Orion Pictures; co-starring Sebiye Behtiyar and Fred Hechinger.
A spontaneous night among three friends turns into a chaotic ride when both women walk away with a surprise—The Threesome is a messy, modern rom‑com about love triangles and unexpected parenthood, arriving September 5.
Connor has quietly obsessed over Olivia for years. One impulsive moment leads the trio into a threesome with Jenny, a stranger. What should’ve remained a one-night stand quickly unravels when both Olivia and Jenny become pregnant, stunning Connor and forcing them all into adulthood. The trailer balances awkward humor (“the world’s most potent‑freakin’ sperm,” “after years of perfection the pull‑out method finally failed”), awkward reconnections, and chaotic family dynamics. The journey—led by honest performances, emotional stakes, and comedic vulnerability—promises a raw and grown-up look at modern relationships and responsibility.
Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera drive straight into danger in The Lost Bus, a harrowing rescue drama from Apple TV+ inspired by true events. With 23 children trapped in a wildfire's path, this is a white-knuckle thriller with a heart.
Apple TV+ has released the official trailer for The Lost Bus, a tense survival drama based on the real-life 2018 Camp Fire in Paradise, California. Directed by Paul Greengrass and starring Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera, the film follows a desperate attempt to save schoolchildren from an encroaching blaze.
McConaughey plays Kevin, a wayward school bus driver who reluctantly steps up when a distress call over the radio reports 23 stranded kids. One of those children belongs to Ferrera's character Mary, a teacher determined to protect her class no matter the cost. What follows is a race against time through smoke-choked streets and collapsing roads, as the two adults navigate chaos, fear, and the limits of their own courage.
The trailer, layered with tense visuals and emotional stakes, calls the fire "the deadliest wildfire in California history." With harrowing shots of the firestorm, the film promises a visceral depiction of disaster. Paul Greengrass, known for the Bourne series and United 93, brings his signature verite style to this terrifying, true-to-life journey.
Produced by Blumhouse and Comet Pictures with a screenplay by Greengrass and Brad Inglesby (Mare of Easttown), The Lost Bus also stars Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson, and Spencer Watson. It hits select theaters September 19 and debuts on Apple TV+ October 3.
Navigating multiverse chaos and unresolved pasts, Peacemaker Season 2 returns August 21 on Max with dimension-hopping, legacy conflicts, and a revamped DCU the world will soon revere.
The trailer opens to “Road to Nowhere” by Ozzy Osbourne—a tune now deeply poignant following his recent passing—underscored by James Gunn’s emotionally charged music choices this season. Christopher Smith returns to the Quantum Unfolding Chamber, revealing a gateway to an alternate universe—the “same as ours, but better.”
We see tensions simmer with Rick Flag Sr. over the death of his son, as the show soft-launches the new DC Universe post‑Superman. Cameos from Hawkgirl, Green Lantern Guy Gardner, Maxwell Lord, and others tease the upcoming Justice Gang auditions, introducing clashes grounded in ego and legacy. A possible romantic arc with Harcourt is teased, and opening credit antics offer the same irreverent energy longtime fans expect.
A sweeping and tender musical romance unfolds across decades: two young musicians connect during WWI and rediscover love years later through folk songs in New England.
The teaser opens in 1917 at the Boston Conservatory, where Lionel (Paul Mescal) meets David (Josh O’Connor)—both students united by a passion for folk music. Their connection deepens into love before David leaves for World War I. The film leaps forward: Lionel, now older, joins David on a journey through rural Maine to record traditional music, only to face memories and heartbreak. The trailer features lyrical scenes of nature, intimate songwriting, and a reflective narration by an older Lionel (Chris Cooper), capturing themes of legacy, memory, and unspoken desire. Directed by Oliver Hermanus and adapted from Ben Shattuck’s short story, the film blends romance with cultural preservation in a heartfelt, period-setting drama.
Gen V returns with a tougher semester at Godolkin University—Season 2 cranks up the stakes with Homelander’s regime, secret programs, and escalating tension at the supe academy.
The new trailer reveals a militarized Godolkin campus under Dean Cipher’s regime, where students are molded into fighters ready for war. Marie, Emma, and Jordan reintegrate into college life after months of captivity, entering a dystopian Hunger Games–style environment. Power struggles unfold as Polarity laments his missing son, Andre, and a mysterious university project tied to Marie is brought to light. Cameos from The Boys—Starlight, Black Noir, and The Deep—signal deeper crossover with the mothership series, while new flashbacks introduce Thomas Godolkin as a pivotal legacy figure.
A meditative portrait of ordinary life turned extraordinary—Train Dreams follows a logger’s life across early 20th‑century America, where love, loss, and legacy shape a quietly heroic journey.
The teaser trail gently through the forests of the Pacific Northwest, as Robert Grainier (Joel Edgerton) works on railroads and marries Gladys (Felicity Jones), hoping to build a simple yet meaningful life. Moments of domestic tenderness contrast sharply with devastation: fire, grief, and isolation strip him of family and direction. Narrated by Will Patton, the story unfolds with poetic restraint and sweeping visuals, underscored by Bryce Dessner’s evocative score. As Robert grapples with change and loss, we witness a universal tale of resilience and the beauty of stillness in motion.
Directed by Clint Bentley (Sing Sing), adapted from Denis Johnson’s novella by Bentley and Greg Kwedar, the film premiered at Sundance 2025 and has since earned 97% on Rotten Tomatoes. A limited theatrical release begins November 7, followed by global streaming on Netflix starting November 21, 2025.
A tender post-war romance set in Saigon—Ky Nam Inn follows a young translator who forms an unlikely connection with an older widow amidst healing and cultural divides. World premieres at TIFF 2025.
In the first glimpse of Ky Nam Inn, we are transported to post-war Saigon in a quiet, intimate period piece. A translator in his twenties, navigating the complexities of rebuilding a city and life, meets a gracious older widow in her family’s old inn. Their shared moments—a whispered conversation, a gentle smile—speak of solace amid loss. Director Lê Quán Kỳ Nam (Leon Le) weaves subtle emotional threads, portraying cultural dissonance and unspoken longing in a society on the mend. The trailer’s soft lighting and thoughtful pacing suggest a film rich in atmosphere and emotional nuance.
This delicate tale hails from Vietnam and marks Leon Le’s sophomore feature. Ky Nam Inn will world-premiere in TIFF’s Special Presentations category in September 2025.
Cote de Pablo turned down an intimacy coordinator for 'NCIS: Tony & Ziva,' citing deep trust with co-star Michael Weatherly. The Paramount+ spin-off premieres Sept. 3, reuniting the fan-favorite duo for a series that blends action, romance, and their iconic chemistry. Here's what they had to say about filming together again.
Ryan Gosling, Phil Lord, and Christopher Miller reveal first footage of Amazon MGM’s sci-fi epic 'Project Hail Mary' at San Diego Comic-Con, blending laughs, emotion, and space survival ahead of its March 2026 release.
Former Thing actor Michael Chiklis shares his support for the cast of The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Marvel’s 1960s-set reboot starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach. Directed by Matt Shakman, the film opens in theaters July 25.
James Gunn celebrates the global success of Superman after a $217M debut. The DC Studios co-head reflects on audience response and his film’s focus on humanity over spectacle.
The new film The Prince features Scott Haze as a troubled political heir caught in scandal and addiction. With a screenplay by David Mamet and a cast including Nicolas Cage and J.K. Simmons, many are calling it a Hunter Biden allegory—but the filmmakers say otherwise.
In a Hot Ones interview, Dakota Johnson called out Hollywood’s reliance on remakes and risk-averse decision-making. Her honest comments reflect growing industry concerns about originality and creative stagnation.
Colin Farrell, Dave Chappelle, Arnold & Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Parker Posey headline Season 22 of Actors on Actors. The Emmy-season interview series returns with bold, raw conversations between the year’s most buzzed-about talent. Here’s what to expect from this season’s powerhouse lineup.
Ahead of her Tribeca premiere, Miley Cyrus explains why Something Beautiful is coming to theaters instead of a stage—and how Harrison Ford helped her rethink her entire tour plan.
Robert De Niro used his Cannes honorary Palme d’Or speech to denounce Trump, defend democracy, and call on artists to fight back against cultural authoritarianism.
Lana Love, a real singer who auditioned for a fake HBO show created by Nathan Fielder, says she feels betrayed after learning it was all for The Rehearsal. Read her full story.
Liev Schreiber opens up for the first time about his trans daughter Kai, their journey as a family, and why visibility and advocacy matter more than ever.
Tom Cruise isn’t here for political distractions. At a press stop for Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning, the star swiftly shut down tariff talk to keep the focus where it belongs: on the action-packed final chapter of one of Hollywood’s biggest franchises.
Neptune redefines social media with a customizable algorithm, ghost metrics, and creator-first monetization tools. Launching April 30, the app is built to empower independent artists.
Pedro Almodóvar delivers a fiery political statement against Donald Trump while accepting the 50th Chaplin Award at Film at Lincoln Center, reflecting on activism, cinema, and freedom.
From Oscar winners to cult classics, these Criterion Collection 4K Blu-rays are must-haves for every cinephile. Discover the best films to buy and why physical media still matters.
After decades of lobbying, the Oscars will recognize stunt design in 2028. Industry leaders believe the new category will reshape how Hollywood approaches action and narrative.