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Funny Trailer #2 for Illumination's Summer Sequel 'Despicable Me 4'
“Some of you may be wondering why you’re here…” Illumination + Universal have launched a new trailer for the next sequel in their never-ending Minions franchise – Despicable Me 4. This Minions-filled sequel is set to open in July, the usual spot for these movies. In the first Despicable Me movie in seven years, Gru, the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of Minions mayhem, with an introduction of another new family member – Gru Jr. They face a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal (voiced by Will Ferrell) + femme fatale girlfriend Valentina (voiced by Sofia Vergara), and the Gru family is forced to go on the run. The voice cast features Steve Carrell back as Gru, plus Kristen Wiig, Miranda Cosgrove, Dana Gaier, Madison Polan. With fresh new characters voiced by Joey King, Stephen Colbert, Chloe Fineman, plus Pierre Coffin as the Minions and Steve Coogan as Silas Ramsbottom. This trailer also introduces us the Mega-Minions who, of course, get into all kinds of trouble trying to help out Gru. As always! This looks like a fun-for-the-whole-family follow-up sequel. Enjoy.
New Trailer for Array's 'For Our Children' Doc About Coming Together
“We laugh, we cry, we going to continue to fight.” Array has revealed an official trailer for the documentary film called For Our Children, made by filmmaker Débora Souza Silva. This premiered a few years ago at the 2022 San Francisco Film Festival under the original title Black Mothers Love & Resist, and soon will be released streaming on Netflix worldwide starting in May this summer (with the new title For Our Children). Reverend Wanda Johnson & Angela Williams, two mothers of young Black men victimized by police brutality, come together and build a network of community-led support, mutual aid, and healing. Directed, produced, co-written by Débora Souza Silva, this emotional documentary feature chronicles the powerful convergence of two mothers whose lives were forever altered by the scourge of police brutality against young Black men. It’s being released and promoted by Ava DuVernay’s company Array in partnership with Netflix.
› Posted on May 7 in Documentaries, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Lena Dunham & Stephen Fry Go to Poland in 'Treasure' Official Trailer
“What Jew goes to Poland as a tourist?” Bleecker Street has unveiled the official trailer for a film titled Treasure, based on a true story and adapted from the novel of the same written by Lily Brett. This initially premiered at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival a few months ago (here’s our review), and will also play at the Tribeca Film Festival soon. It’s now set for a theatrical US release in June coming soon this summer. Set in the 1990s, an American journalist named Ruth travels to Poland with her father Edek to visit his childhood places and the home where he grew up. But Edek, who’s a Holocaust survivor, resists reliving his trauma & sabotages the trip creating unintentionally funny situations & taking her to strange places, befriending a taxi driver. Starring Lena Dunham as Ruth & Stephen Fry as Edek, along with Zbigniew Zamachowski, Tomasz Wlosok, Wenanty Nosul, Iwona Bielska, and Maria Mamona. I’m not the biggest fan of this particular film, I prefer A Real Pain instead, but it’s still a worthwhile emotionally-driven story of a family.
Full Trailer for France's 'The Count of Monte-Cristo' with Pierre Niney
“Will you do good or will hate fill your heart?” Pathe in France has revealed the main official trailer for The Count of Monte-Cristo, which is premiering at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival next week. It’s yet another new Alexandre Dumas adaptation, written & directed by the two writers who made The Three Musketeers movies recently, though this time they’re also directing. A new take on the famous novel by Dumas, about a man who gets revenge after being unfairly imprisoned. It has been adapted many times before, most notably in 2002 with Jim Caviezel & Guy Pearce; in 1975 with Richard Chamberlain & Trevor Howard; and the original classic in 1934 with Robert Donat & Elissa Landi. There’s also another new Italian-French TV series version of Monte Cristo in the works. Starring Pierre Niney as Edmond, Anaïs Demoustier as Mercédès, Bastien Bouillon, Anamaria Vartolomei, with Laurent Lafitte, & Julien De Saint Jean. After 14 years in the island prison of Château d’If, he manages to escape. Now rich beyond his dreams, he assumes the identity of the Count of Monte Cristo and will exact his revenge. This is looking very good! Check it out.
› Posted on May 7 in Foreign Films, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Reconnecting with a College Friend in Indie 'Summer Solstice' Trailer
“Still me, Eleanor. Definitely still me. Cartilage Films has revealed an official US trailer for an indie drama titled Summer Solstice, set for small art house summer opening in limited theaters this June. The film originally premiered at the 2023 Provincetown Film Festival, as well as the Deauville, Woodstock, and BFI Flare Film Festivals. Summer Solstice centers on Leo, a trans man, and Eleanor, his cisgender and straight friend from college, who embark on an impromptu weekend trip together going upsate. They uncover old secrets, new challenges, and find the answer to the age-old question: can bad sex and good friends mix? Maybe! Maybe not? Starring Bobbi Salvör Menuez as Leo and Marianne Rendón as Eleanor. One early review praises this as “a remarkable little movie about finding emotional maturity through honesty, most importantly with yourself.” This looks like it features two lovely lead performances within a heartfelt story.
Bruce Wemple's Appalachia Demonic Horror 'The Hangman' Trailer
“Where are you going?” “Hell, baby.” Dread has revealed an official trailer for an indie horror thriller titled The Hangman, the latest from genre filmmaker Bruce Wemple (of Lake Artifact, Monstrous, The Retreat, Dawn of the Beast, My Best Friend’s Dead, The Tomorrow Job, Island Escape). This is now set for a VOD release this summer if any horror fans want to give it a look. The Hangman follows a father and son on a camping trip into deep rural Appalachia. A local cult has summoned an evil demon born of hate and pain, known to them as The Hangman, and now the bodies have begun to pile up. One more, the father wakes up find his son is gone. Starring LeJon Woods, Lindsey Dresbach, Richard Lounello, Jefferson Cox, Daniel Martin Berkey, & Mar Cellus. Wemple adds this amusing tease: “We set out to tell a story about the lengths a father will go to get his son back, including coming face to face with a bloodthirsty demon raised from hell. We can’t wait for audiences to come along for the ride.” LeJon looks like he’s rocking this.
Fun Teaser for 'LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy' w/ Darth Jar Jar
“History will be rebuilt.” Get ready for some strange revisionist history in the Star Wars universe! Disney+ has revealed a wacky teaser trailer for their upcoming SW Special titled LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, showrun by the screenwriters behind last year’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Set for launch in September. A nerf-herder discovers an artifact that twists the Star Wars galaxy, swapping the roles of heroes and villains. He embarks on an adventure to restore order and emerge as the savior who reassembles the fractured galaxy. “You’re going to see some things that you never thought possible.” This is like Marvel’s What If, but for Star Wars – including Ewok bounty hunters, Geonosian Jedi, and, amazingly, Darth Jar Jar voiced by Ahmed Best, along with the Dark Falcon, and much more. The talented voice cast features Gaten Matarazzo, Tony Revolori, Bobby Moynihan, Marsai Martin, Michael Cusack, & Mark Hamill back as Luke Skywalker. “This doesn’t make any sense!” Ha ha – this looks like it’ll be funny.
Official Trailer for Acclaimed Indie 'Ghostlight' Starring Keith Kupferer
“The lines are the easy part. The hard part is the emotional journey.” IFC Films has revealed the trailer for Ghostlight, an acclaimed indie drama that first premiered at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year. I caught it there and I have to say – this really is a gem, it surprised & moved me in many unexpected ways. Co-directors Alex Thompson & Kelly O’Sullivan’s previous film, Saint Frances, received widespread praise on the regional festival circuit & national stage, including noms from the Indie Spirit Awards and The Gotham Awards. This is their latest film creation. When melancholic construction worker Dan finds himself drifting from his wife and daughter, he discovers community and purpose in a local theater’s production of Romeo & Juliet. As the drama onstage starts to mirror his own life, he and his family are forced to confront a personal loss. Stars newcomer Keith Kupferer as Dan, Katherine Mallen Kupferer, Tara Mallen, & Dolly De Leon. This might not be an easy one to convince anyone to watch, but I do highly recommend it.
Trailer for Serial Killer Thriller 'Boneyard' with Mel Gibson & 50 Cent
“So it could be anyone?” Lionsgate has revealed an official trailer for an action thriller / serial killer mystery title Boneyard, which is being dumped on VOD this July if anyone wants to watch. The title card in the trailer even says this movie is “inspired by true crime stories” which probably means this script went into production because they wanted to capitalize on the obsession with true crime right now. When the remains of women are discovered in the New Mexico desert, an extensive investigation is launched. Inspired by true crime stories, this chilling crime-thriller follows detectives on a hunt for the killer. As each of their agendas and methods clash, a tangled web of intrigue casts suspicion in all directions. As usual. The film stars Brian Van Holt, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Nora Zehetner, Michael Sirow, Spice Williams-Crosby, Weston Cage, Gabrielle Haugh, and Mel Gibson. This looks exceptionally generic and derivative, with nothing new to offer other than another familiar “the killer is out there somewhere” story. Get a look below.
Holocaust Doc 'The Commandant's Shadow' Trailer About Rudolf Höss
“Two lives. Two stories. One wall that divided them.” Warner Bros has unveiled a trailer for a documentary film titled The Commandant’s Shadow, arriving in theaters this summer. It’s showing for two nights at the end of May before launching on VOD to watch at home. Witness the historic moment over 70 years after the Holocaust when the son of the Commandant of Auschwitz meets an incredible survivor. It introduces us to the real Rudolf Höss and his family, the exact same family seen in The Zone of Interest film from last year. The focus is on his 87-year-old son Hans Jürgen Höss, who has to reckon with his father’s dark legacy. The film features original excerpts of Rudolf Höss’ long-forgotten autobiography, written shortly before his execution. His words are the ultimate proof of what happened at Auschwitz, from the perpetrator himself, countering denial and ignorance of the Holocaust. This compelling documentary explores the relationships of a mother and her daughter, a father and his son, and the long shadows cast by the crimes that impact generations. It raises questions about love, guilt, and forgiveness, but is ultimately a much needed story of hope, acceptance, and compassion. A powerful reexamination of unforgettable history and how it haunts us.
› Posted on May 6 in Documentaries, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Netflix's Swedish Coming-of-Age Teen Drama 'A Part of You' Trailer
“I’m so tired of pretending like nothing’s wrong.” Netflix has revealed an official trailer for a Swedish teen coming-of-age film titled A Part of You, set for a streaming debut at the end of May this month. This latest offering for streaming in Sweden (and the rest of the world) is a story about life and death that portrays the experience of being 17 years old and feeling like your heart is about to burst from your chest. Agnes, a teen envious of her popular older sister Julia, faces upheaval when tragedy strikes. Forced to reinvent herself, she’s on the cusp of attaining her dreams but must navigate the consequences of her choices. She struggles to make sense of herself and her new world in this emotional and bittersweet coming-of-age drama about those who are left behind. Starring Felicia Maxime, Edvin Ryding, Ida Engvoll, Alva Bratt, Mustafa Al-Mashhadani, Emil Hedayat, and Zara Larsson. This looks like a very emotional drama about grief, and the intense teenage desire to want to be someone else. Worth a look if you’re into coming-of-age stories.
Rebellious Pop Culture Doc 'The Teaches of Peaches' Official Trailer
“Every show had this power that I’ve never experienced…” Madman Films has unveiled the official trailer for an acclaimed documentary film titled The Teaches of Peaches, made by the two European filmmakers Philipp Fussenegger & Judy Landkammer. This first premiered at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival earlier this year and opens in Germany this month, but still doesn’t have any US release date yet. Seamlessly weaving together exclusive archival gems with dynamic tour footage, this documentary captures the transformative journey of quirky Canadian musician/performance artist Merrill Nisker into the internationally acclaimed cultural powerhouse that is Peaches. Film during her 2022 concert tour marking the 20th anniversary of her breakthrough album The Teaches of Peaches. Others that appear in the film include Peaches’ frequent collaborators Feist, Chilly Gonzales, Shirley Manson. Through biting wit, Peaches advocates for LGBTQIA+ rights and tackles issues of gender & sexual identity, leaving an indelible mark on popular culture. If you know Peaches, you already know, but if you don’t know her – this trailer is fully NSFW. But it is still badass.
› Posted on May 5 in Documentaries, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
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