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Full list of Metro Manila Film Festival 2024 Winners

December 29, 2024

The 50th edition of the annual Metro Manila Film Festival just concluded its “Awards Night” (Gabi ng Parangal) at the Solaire Resort & Casino in Parañaque, on December 27, 2024. For those who missed the live telecast, below are the full list of Metro Manila Film Festival 2024 winners.

“Green Bones” emerged as the biggest winner, claiming 6 awards, including Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actor, Best Screenplay, Best Cinematography, and Best Child Performer.

“Isang Himala” and “The Kingdom” tied for second place in terms of the number of awards. However, “The Kingdom” garnered the more prestigious awards, namely Best Picture (2nd place), Best Director, Best Production Design, Best Visual Effects, and the Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award.

In contrast, “Isang Himala” won Best Picture (4th place), Special Jury Prize, Best Supporting Actress, Best Original Theme Song, and Best Musical Score.

Complete list of Winners:

  • Best Picture – ‘Green Bones’
    • 2nd Best Picture: ‘The Kingdom’
    • 3rd Best Picture: ‘My Future You’
    • 4th Best Picture: ‘Isang Himala’
  • Best Director – Crisanto Aquino for ‘My Future You’ and Michael Tuviera for ‘The Kingdom’
  • Best Actress – Judy Ann Santos, ‘Espantaho’
  • Best Actor – Dennis Trillo, ‘Green Bones’
  • Special Jury Prize – ‘Topakk’ and ‘Isang Himala’
  • Best Supporting Actor – Ruru Madrid, ‘Green Bones’
  • Best Supporting Actress – Kakki Teodoro, ‘Isang Himala’
  • Best Child Performer – Sienna Stevens, ‘Green Bones’
  • Breakthrough Performance – Seth Fedelin, ‘My Future You’
  • Special Jury Prize – Vice Ganda, ‘And the Breadwinner is..’
  • Best Screenplay – Ricky Lee and Angeli Atienza, ‘Green Bones’
  • Best Musical Score – Vincent de Jesus, ‘Isang Himala’
  • Best Sound – Ditoy Aguila, ‘Strange Frequencies: Taiwan Killer Hospital’
  • Best Original Theme Song – ‘Ang Himala ay Nasa Puso’ for ‘Isang Himala’, written by Vincent de Jesus and Ricky Lee.
  • Best Editing – Vanessa Ubas de Leon, ‘My Future You’
  • Best Cinematography – Neil Daza, ‘Green Bones’
  • Best Production Design – Nestor Abrogena, ‘The Kingdom’
  • Best Visual Effects – Riot Inc, ‘The Kingdom’
  • Best Float – ‘Topakk’ and ‘Uninvited’
  • Gender Sensitivity Award – ‘And the Breadwinner is’
  • FPJ Memorial Award – ‘Topakk’
  • Gatpuno Antonio J Villegas Cultural Award – ‘The Kingdom’
  • 3rd Best Student Short Film – University of the Philippines Mindanao
  • 2nd Best Student Short Film – University of Malabon
  • Best Student Short Film – University of Makati ‘Saan Aabot ang 50 Pesos mo?’

I was able to watch the “Awards Night” and it was great but being abroad, you can only hope that cinemas and theater house will feature these films, since no matter how much you want to watch them, if its not available, one can only hope that it will be available online and soon!

DC release Superman Official Teaser Trailer

December 21, 2024

On July 11, It Begins. Superman – Only in Theaters 2025 #Superman #FilmedForIMAX @IMAX

Written and directed by James Gunn, the Superman will star David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, with cameo from Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner / Green Lantern and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.

Superman will in theaters on July 11, 2025.

Watch the Official Teaser of Queen of the Ring featuring Emily Rickards as Mildred Burke

December 18, 2024

In a time when pro wrestling for women was illegal all over the country, a small town single mother embraces the danger to change culture as she dominates America’s most masculine sport to become the first million dollar female athlete in history.

Based on the book “The Queen of the Ring” by Jeff Leen and the life story of Mildred Burke.

From Wikipedia, “Mildred Burke (August 5, 1915 – February 18, 1989) was an American professional wrestler. She is overall a three-time women’s world champion under different incarnations and recognitions.

Burke’s heyday lasted from the mid-1930s to the mid-1950s, when she held the NWA World Women’s Champion for almost twenty years. Burke started out in 1935, wrestling men at carnivals. She was managed by her second husband, promoter Billy Wolfe. She is a charter member of WWE Hall of Fame’s Legacy Wing, Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame, Women’s Wrestling Hall of Fame, and the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame.”

A very interesting role for Emily Bett – Rickards, who is best known her role as Felicity Smoak on The CW’s Arrow-verse.

Queen of the Ring is directed and screenplay by Ash Avildsen. Produced by Aimee Schoof, Isen Robbins, BD Gunnell, Jim Ross

Casts:

  • Emily Bett – Rickards
  • Josh Lucas
  • Tyler Posey
  • Francesca Eastwood
  • Marie Avgeropolous
  • Deborah Ann Woll
  • Cara Buono
  • Adam Demos
  • Martin Kove
  • Kelli Berglund
  • Damaris Lewis
  • Kailey “Kamille” Latimer
  • Toni “Storm” Rossall
  • with Gavin Casalegno
  • and Walton Goggins

Queen of the Ring is slated to be in theaters this March 2025.

James Gunn releases Movie Poster for Superman 2025

December 17, 2024

James Gunn and Warner Bros. just release the movie poster for the upcoming Superman starring David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan.

The poster features Superman looking up with a moving background giving the effect the Superman is flying upwards at high speed.

Here’s another look at the movie poster.

Together with the movie poster, Warner bros. also release a teaser announcing the release of teaser trailer on Thursday, December 19th.

The 2025 Superman is Written and Directed by James Gunn, the film will star David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, with cameo from Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner / Green Lantern and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor.

Superman will in theaters on July 11, 2025.

Watch the Official Trailer of ” The Gorge” – featuring Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller

December 11, 2024

The world’s most dangerous secret lies between them.

Two highly-trained operatives (Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy) are appointed to posts in guard towers on opposite sides of a vast and highly classified gorge, protecting the world from an undisclosed, mysterious evil that lurks within. They bond from a distance while trying to stay vigilant in defending against an unseen enemy. When the cataclysmic threat to humanity is revealed to them, they must work together in a test of both their physical and mental strength to keep the secret in the gorge before it’s too late.

“The Gorge” is an Apple Original Film and directed by Scott Derrikson and written by Zach Dean. “The Gorge” is produced by David Ellison, Dana Goldberg and Don Granger for Skydance, alongside Scott Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill and Sherryl Clark through Crooked Highway as well as Adam Kolbrenner, Zach Dean and Gregory Goodman. Miles Teller is also the executive producer.

Casts;

  • Miles Teller as Levi
  • Anya Taylor-Joy as Drasa
  • Sigourney Weaver as Bartholomew
  • Sope Dirisu as J.D.
  • William Houston as Erikas

Watch the first trailer of Disney’s Snow White

December 5, 2024

Magic mirror on the wall, show us the story that started it all.

From the producer and executive producer of “Wicked,” Marc Platt and Jared LeBoff, and director Marc Webb (“The Amazing Spider-Man”) comes “Disney’s Snow White,” a live-action musical reimagining of the studio’s classic 1937 film. The magical music adventure journeys back to the timeless story with Rachel Zegler (“West Side Story”) in the title role and Gal Gadot (“Wonder Woman”) as her Stepmother, the Evil Queen.

The new trailer showcases the scale and beauty of the lavish production design, the beloved characters Bashful, Doc, Dopey, Grumpy, Happy, Sleepy, and Sneezy, and a first look at the power ballad Waiting on a Wish, one of the all-new original songs from EGOT winners Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (“The Greatest Showman”).

Disney’s Snow White will star;

  • Rachel Zegler as Snow White
    • Emilia Faucher as young Snow White
  • Gal Gadot as the Evil Queen
  • Andrew Burnap as Jonathan
  • Ansu Kabia as the Huntsman
  • Dujonna Gift as Maple
  • Martin Klebba as Grumpy
  • Colin Michael Carmichael as Farno
  • Patrick Page as the voice and motion capture for the Magic Mirror.

Below is the film poster released by Disney thru their official social media account;

Official trailer of ‘The Kingdom’ featuring Vic Sotto, Piolo Pascual and Sue Ramirez

December 2, 2024

“Wala sa tinta ng katawan ang pinta ng puso.” – Lakan Makisig (Vic Sotto)

Halina’t pumasok sa Kaharian ng Kalayaan! Huwag palampasin ang #TheKingdom directed by Michael Tuviera, starring Vic Sotto and Piolo Pasucal, this December 25, an official entry to the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival!

It’s refreshing to see Vic Sotto take on a more challenging role and the film looks promising.

The film is directed by Michael Tuviera with screenplay by Michelle Ngu-Nario. Storry by Michelle Ngu-Nario and Michael Tuviera. The Kingdom casts an ensemble of stars; Vic Sotto, Piolo Pascual, Sue Ramirez, Cristine Reyes, Sid Lucero, Iza Calzado and Jose Manalo.

The Kingdom is set to have its wide theatrical release in cinemas in the Philippines on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024.

Disney release the Official Teaser Trailer of Lilo & Stitch

December 1, 2024

A live-action reimagining of Disney’s 2002 animated classic, “Lilo & Stitch” is the wildly funny and touching story of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the fugitive alien who helps to mend her broken family.

Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the Oscar®-nominated filmmaker behind the animated feature film “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On,” the film stars Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, with Courtney B. Vance, and Zach Galifianakis, introducing Maia Kealoha. “Lilo & Stitch” is produced by Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a. and Dan Lin, with Louie Provost, Tom Peitzman and Ryan Halprin serving as executive producers.

Live action Lilo and Stitch will be in theaters this May 23rd, 2025.

Here’s the film poster.

Official Trailer of Minecraft Movie

November 21, 2024

Welcome to the world of Minecraft, where creativity doesn’t just help you craft, it’s essential to one’s survival! Four misfits—Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison (Momoa), Henry (Hansen), Natalie (Myers) and Dawn (Brooks)—find themselves struggling with ordinary problems when they are suddenly pulled through a mysterious portal into the Overworld: a bizarre, blocky wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they’ll have to master this world (and protect it from evil things like piglins and zombies, too) while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected, expert crafter, Steve (Black). Together, their adventure will challenge all five to be bold and to reconnect with the qualities that make each of them uniquely creative…the very skills they need to thrive back in the real world.

The film is directed by Jared Hess, known for his work with Jack Black on Nacho Libre, and written by Chris Bowman and Hubbel Palmer.

Minecraft movie will star Jack Black as Steve, Jason Momoa as Garrett “The Garbage Man” Garrison, Emma Myers (Natalie), Danielle Brooks (Dawn) and Sebastian Eugene Hansen (Henry. Natalie brother)

Jennifer Coolidge with Matt Berry, Kate McKinnon, and Jemaine Clement are also cast in undisclosed roles.

The Minecraft movie is scheduled to be theatrically released in the United States on April 4, 2025.

Watch the D23 Brazil Trailer of Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts* will be in Theaters on May 2nd, 2025

November 11, 2024

“We are the THUNDERBOLTS*!”

The fact that the schedules of Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolts* are so close together, makes me think that there will be a big connection between the two films.

Either same villain or the aftermath of the events in Captain America: Brave New World will require some cleanup, and Valentina Allegra de Fontaine is tasked with doing it. That could be the reason for the asterisk (*).

My theory… by the end of Captain America: Brave New World, there will be “TO BE CONTINUED ON THE THUNDERBOLTS*!”

Watch the Official Trailer of Captain America: Brave New World

November 11, 2024

Anthony Mackie and Harrison Ford star in Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Brave New World. Watch the brand-new trailer and experience it only in theaters February 14.

That Red Hulk.. also it looks like there’s a different villain that what Marvel lead us to believe!

Sony Pictures releases Movie Poster of Karate Kid: Legends featuring Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio

October 19, 2024

Karate Kid: Legends will feature Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio, both will reprise their role from the original Karate Kid trilogy and the the 2010 remake of the franchise.

It is still unclear what will be the premise of the film, except that the Karate Kid: Legends will follow the events of the 2010 Karate Kid film. Sony Pictures said that “Karate Kid: Legends – exclusively in movie theatres May 30, 2025.”

James Gunn unveiled the first look of Krypto the Superdog

October 16, 2024

James Gunn just confirmed that Krypto the Superdog will debut in the upcoming Superman film in the Summer of 2025. James Gunn even explained where he got the inspiration for Krypto from their dog Ozu.

Krypto was inspired by our dog Ozu, who we adopted shortly after I started writing Superman. Ozu, who came from a hoarding situation in a backyard with 60 other dogs & never knew human beings, was problematic to say the least.

Here’s the full tweet;

The film is written and directed by James Gunn. It will star David Corenswet as Clark Kent / Superman, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Isabela Merced as Hawkgirl, Edi Gathegi as Michael Holt / Mister Terrific, Nathan Fillion as Guy Gardner / Green Lantern and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor plus a reported appearance by Milly Alcock as Supergirl.

Superman is scheduled to be released theatrically in the United States on July 11, 2025. It is set to be the first film of the DCU’s Chapter One: Gods and Monsters.

The Princess Diaries 3 is really happening as confirmed by Anne Hathaway

October 7, 2024

Anne Hathaway just posted on her IG account that The Princess Diaries 3 is happening. The caption of her post includes “Back to Genovia..” and “The fairy tale continues ❤️‍🔥.”

Together with Hathaway’s social media posts, Hollywood Reporter writes that “Adele Lim, a scribe who has worked on Crazy Rich Asians and Joy Ride, to direct the feature.”

“As a diehard fan of the original Princess Diaries, I’m beyond excited to be a part of bringing the third iteration of this beloved franchise to life,” Lim said in a statement. “We look forward to celebrating its core tenants of female power, joy and mentorship with audiences worldwide.”

Based on the novel of Meg Cabot, it follows the story of Mia Thermopolis, a shy American teenager who discovers she is heir to the throne of a European kingdom and By the end of the second film – The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement, became the Queen of the Genovia.

The premise and the casts are still under wraps and aside from Anne Hathaway (Queen Mia Thermopolis), casts of the film are still unknown.

Deadpool & Wolverine Sets Digital, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD Release Dates   

September 26, 2024

Felipe Rangel, writing for ScreenRant;

Entertainment Weekly has revealed that Deadpool & Wolverine is coming to digital retailers on October 1. That includes Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango. The MCU movie will then be released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on October 22. Bonus features include deleted scenes, audio commentary by director Shawn Levy and Ryan Reynolds, a gag reel, and many more.

Deleted scenes, audio commentary, gag reel and what not… are the contents are not available when the film become available for streaming, but knowing the internet. We’ll see these contents either on Youtube or being pirated online.

Marvel drops Teaser Trailer of Thunderbolts*, will be in theaters on May 2025

September 25, 2024

The line “Careful who you assemble” in the video description can be interpreted in two ways;

  • You may think that you are “assembling” a great team to save the world but it was the other way around.
  • You are “assembling” a team with a bunch of “No Bodies” but in the end they’re the ones that gets the job done.

I also don’t think that this is Marvel’s version of the Suicide Squad. On Wikipedia, the exact release date of the film is on May 2, 2025,

Here’s the movie poster that @Marvel released a couple of days ago.

Watch the Final Trailer of Venom: The Last Dance

September 14, 2024

In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.

Venom: The Last Dance stars Tom Hardy, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach and Stephen Graham. The film is directed by Kelly Marcel from a screenplay she wrote, based on a story by Hardy and Marcel. The film is produced by Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, Kelly Marcel, Tom Hardy and Hutch Parker.

Venom: The Last Dance will exclusively be in theatres October 25th.

The First Slam Dunk coming to Netflix this August 25th

August 12, 2024

Netflix just announced that the anime film – The First Slam Dunk, will be available for streaming in 75 countries from August 25. The film have been streaming exclusively in Japan since June 10th. The addition of “The First Slam Dunk” movie is an ongoing effort by the streaming giant to expand its anime library.

The First Slam Dunk is an Japanese animated sports film written and directed by Takehiko Inoue, produced by Toei Animation and DandeLion Animation Studio. It is based on the legendary manga by Takehiko Inoue about a high school basketball team, serialized in Shueisha’s shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shōnen Jump from October 1990 to June 1996.

The First Slam Dunk is the “origin story” of Ryota Miyagi, the point guard of Shohoku High School’s basketball team, and on how his older brother Sota, inspired his love for basketball. In 2023, the film won the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year and grossed $279 million worldwide, becoming the fifth highest-grossing anime film of all time.

Here’s the official trailer below;

Shawn Levy posts behind the scene photo of Deadpool Corps

August 11, 2024

If you still want more Deadpool and Wolverine content, director Shawn Levy just posted a behind-the-scenes photo of the Deadpool Corps. For those who watched the film, the Deadpool Corps is battling Deadpool and Wolverine Prime under Madonna’s “Like a Prayer.”

The Deadpool Corps is composed (but not limited to) of Deadpool variants from alternate timelines: Lady Deadpool (Blake Lively), Cowboypool (Matthew McConaughey), Kidpool (Inez Reynolds), Babypool (Olin Reynolds), Dogpool, and Nicepool (also played by Ryan Reynolds).

Deadpool and Wolverine set the record for an R-rated film and is on its way to reaching $1 billion at the box office. The film is directed by Shawn Levy, starring Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackson, for the titular role alongside Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin, Rob Delaney, Leslie Uggams, Aaron Stanford, Matthew Macfadyen and more.

Deadpool & Wolverine is still playing in theaters.

Marvel unveil Robert Downey Jr. as the next Big Bad Villain of the MCU

July 28, 2024

At the San Diego Comic Con, Marvel announced that the next big bad boss the MCU is none other than Dr. Doom, which will be portray by none other than Robert Downey Jr. Dr. Doom will replace Kang the Conqueror, as the main villain of the MCU, played by Jonathan Majors, Majors was booted off the MCU after being convicted of misdemeanor assault by a Manhattan jury last December 2023.

Together with the announcement, Marvel also announced the return of the Russo brothers who will be directing the next two Avengers film aptly named “Avengers: Doomsday” and “Avengers: Secret Wars.” It’s unclear if RDJ’s Dr. Doom will be a variant of Tony Stark, a result of the MCU Phase 5 – Multiverse Saga or the traditional Dr. Victor Von Doom.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba concludes with the Infinity Castle Film Trilogy

July 1, 2024

Following the conclusion of Season 4 of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba or also known as the Hashira Training Arc in Japan, Crunchyroll announced a three-part film project titled “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle.” This trilogy will adapt the Infinity Castle arc (chapters 137-183) and the Sunrise Countdown arc (chapters 184-205) of the beloved manga into an anime film.

Crunchyroll and Sony Pictures Entertainment also announced that they had acquired the trilogy of movies for a global theatrical release excluding select Asian territories and Japan. No release date was confirmed at the time of reporting.

Together with the announcement of the “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle film trilogy” the official movie posters and, a two and a half minute trailer was release.

Movie Poster

Official Trailer

Watch the Official Trailer of Deadpool & Wolverine, will be in theaters this July 26th

April 23, 2024

The official trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine has finally arrived, but as always, it offers no clues about the film’s plot.

As explained by film’s Director, Shawn Levy, Deadpool & Wolverine is the 3rd Deadpool film but not Deadpool 3. Deadpool & Wolverine is written by Ryan Reynolds, Rhett Reese, Paul Wernick, and Zeb Wells. The film will star Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman reprising their role as Deadpool and Wolverine, respectively, alongside Emma Corrin, Morena Baccarin, Rob Delaney, Leslie Uggams, Karan Soni, and Matthew Macfadyen. Aaron Stanford will also return as Pyro, from the X-Men films and Jennifer Garner as Elektra Natchios.

Deadpool & Wolverine will be in theaters this July 26th.

Cannes Best Actress Jaclyn Jose Dies of Heart Attack at 59

March 5, 2024

The sudden loss of Jaclyn Jose saddened the Philippine Entertainment Industry. The cause of death was a heart attack. Jaclyn Jose, born as Mary Jane Santa Ana Guck, received international acclaim when she won Best Actress in Cannes Film Festival, becoming the first ever Filipino to receive it.

She starred famously in the Batang Quiapo drama series as the antagonist Dolores Espinas. Even before, she played antagonist roles convincingly well. Her family found her in her Quezon City home March 3, 2024. The family has stated they will share details soon, and is requesting privacy during their time of grief.

Jaclyn Jose’s role in Ma’Rosa (2016) was of a mother trying to make ends meet by selling crystal meth. She plays Rosa, a mother of three children. Her daughter Andi Eigenmann also played in the film as one of Rosa’s children.

Jaclyn Jose’s role in Ma’Rosa (2016)

Jaclyn Jose is originally from Angeles, Pampanga. She grew up with six siblings. Her mother was also an actress, as well as her sister Veronica Jones. The police say no foul play has been involved in the incident. The official statement from the bereaved family confirms the investigation.

Borderlands Is Finally Getting a Film Adaptation

February 25, 2024

One of the best-selling games to ever hit the markets is finally getting a film adaptation.

The game, originally by game studio Gearbox, is a fast-paced, comedy–laden, FPS game. The game centers around completing missions and obtaining powerful loot, in addition to-exploring Pandora.

While the game has an open-world style due to its RPG mechanics, it presents challenges to producers wanting to adapt it perfectly into the big screen. However, the minds behind the plot for the Borderlands film could be taking liberties with each character’s uniqueness.

Borderlands Movie Poster

Some big names were cast for the film. We’ve all seen Cate Blanchett as Hela in the MCU. This time, she will be taking the role of Lilith. In addition to Blanchett, Jack Black will be voicing the annoying, but entertaining robot Claptrap, Jamie Lee Curtis will play Tannis the scientist and more.

Lilith (Blanchett), an infamous bounty hunter with a mysterious past, reluctantly returns to her home, Pandora, the most chaotic planet in the galaxy. Her mission is to find the missing daughter of Atlas (Ramírez), the universe’s most powerful S.O.B. Lilith forms an unexpected alliance with a ragtag team of misfits – Roland (Hart), a seasoned mercenary on a mission; Tiny Tina (Greenblatt), a feral pre-teen demolitionist; Krieg (Munteanu), Tina’s musclebound protector; Tannis (Curtis), the oddball scientist who’s seen it all; and Claptrap (Black), a wiseass robot. Together, these unlikely heroes must battle an alien species and dangerous bandits to uncover one of Pandora’s most explosive secrets. The fate of the universe could be in their hands – but they’ll be fighting for something more: each other. Based on one of the best-selling videogame franchises of all time, welcome to BORDERLANDS.

Borderlands will premiere this year by late August.

Vin Diesel Updates Fans on Sequel to Fast X

February 25, 2024

In a recent Instagram post, Diesel shared an update after a meeting with the writers and team, describing the atmosphere as “incredibly powerful” and the excitement for the “grand finale” as “an understatement.”

This news comes after Diesel previously announced “Fast X” would be the final chapter in the saga, but it seems plans have shifted. While “Fast X” will likely tie up loose ends, Diesel assures fans that the sequel will be more than just an ending: “This grand finale is not just an ending; it’s a celebration of the incredible family we’ve built together.”

The post also expressed gratitude to the dedicated fanbase, acknowledging their role in shaping the franchise’s success: “Thank you for being the backbone of this global saga that because of you, transcends the screen.”

While specific plot details remain under wraps, Diesel’s enthusiasm hints at an epic conclusion that will honor the “Fast & Furious” legacy. The sequel, currently untitled, is slated for release on April 4, 2025, directed by Louis Leterrier (“The Transporter”).

This update is sure to ignite speculation among fans, with questions swirling about returning cast members, potential storylines, and the level of over-the-top action the finale will bring. With “Fast X” hitting theaters in May 2023, the wait for the grand conclusion might feel like an eternity, but Diesel’s words promise a thrilling ride worth waiting for. Get ready to say goodbye – or maybe just see you later – to Dom, Letty, and the rest of the “Fast & Furious” family in what promises to be an explosive farewell.

Disney Plus’ new science fiction animated series Iwájú features a futuristic Nigeria

February 21, 2024

Disney just dropped a new trailer for its newest animated series Iwaju. Set in a futuristic Lagos, Nigeria, the animated series will explore themes of class divide and inequality.

Watch the trailer below:

The trailer reveals a young girl named Tola and her cyborg critter pet Otin. Otin is an Agama lizard, also called a rainbow lizard for their striking color patterns. Tola’s new cyber friend will be a hero of sorts as it becomes Tola’s protector.

Important to point out though: Disney did not animate Iwaju. The series is a collaboration between Britain-based company Kugali Media and Disney+. African artists, who comprise a majority of Kugali media, founded the company with the goal of telling African stories through animation and media.

Iwájú Series Poster

Iwaju’s creator, Ziki Nelson, takes inspiration from Lagos being a melting pot of cultures in Africa, and says that the city has a “distinct feel”.

The series will stream on Disney+ on February 28.

Opinion: Why Madame Web Is Caught in a Web of Bad Reviews

February 20, 2024

Madame Web is the latest “addition” to Sony’s Spider-verse. The Spiderman film franchise has been hugely successful thanks to amazing leads like Toby Maguire, Andrew Garfield, and Tom Holland.

However, it looks like not even Dakota Johnson’s acting skills can wrap the movie up nicely. We know Dakota Johnson as Anastasia Steel sold the Fifty shades fantasy well. Her personality bleeds into Anastasia Steele and she sets up the submissive role perfectly.

Additionally, Dakota Johnson’s dry humor is what makes her likable in interviews.

Madame Web Trailer

So why do audiences and film critics not like the latest Spider-verse “addition”?

To start, the trailer revealed a voice over by Cassandra Webb (Dakota Johnson) that wasn’t even in the film. While some audiences may not care about this minor detail, it could have been useful to include it. Especially since the antagonist had a major role to play on how Cassandra came to be.

There were some awkward lines in the movie as well that deserve a meme comparable to Anakin’s in George Lucas’ Star Wars. Anakin’s “I don’t like sand. It’s coarse and rough and irritating and it gets everywhere.” is similar to “Hope the spiders were worth it, Mom.” In fact, the line has become a meme commodity for the internet.

Madame Web Film Poster

So bad dialogue aside, the directing also contributes to the film’s meme-worthiness. S.J. Clarkson did work on some episodes of successful series like Dexter, House, and Heroes. The director also worked on a Game of Thrones prequel entitled Bloodmoon, however, HBO didn’t air it. Most of these series have a tone vastly different from that of a superhero movie, and that’s probably the reason why Madame Webb just didn’t work.

While Madame Web is spinning out of control, one could wonder if the film’s meme status could reclaim it. Although it’s not a main Spiderman arc, Madame Web should be a solid reminder not to approach superhero movies the way Sony did Morbius.

From Marvel.com

For all intents and purposes, the movie is not a main continuity movie. For some film-goers, they eventually might grow to love Madame Web as its stand-alone film. Dakota Fanning does say we’ll love it and we’re going to see it twice.

Marvel Studios confirms The Fantastic Four Castings and Release Date

February 15, 2024

Marvel Studios officially confirmed the cast for the Fantastic Four reboot; Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm. Marvel’s announcement was made in a tweet accompanied by an artwork of the Fantastic Four that resembles the casts face.

While no director has been officially announced, Matt Shakman was initially in talks for the role, confirmed at D23 in September 2023. The same month, Jeff Kaplan and Ian Springer were hired as writers for the film. By March 2023, Josh Friedman was hired to rewrite the script.

The film is scheduled to be released on July 25, 2025, but aside from the main cast and the film’s release specific plot details remain under wraps and we can just speculate based on the existing comic book history and their potential integration into the wider MCU.

Watch the Official Trailer of Netflix’s Damsel

February 14, 2024

Netflix just release the official trailer of Damsel, the streaming giant’s fantasy film featuring Millie Bobby Brown for the lead role.

The premise of the film may have already spoiled the film but what the trailer (embedded below) shows us is that it’ll be filled with action sequences, sword fights and lots of special effects, not to mentions all those beautiful scenery.

A dutiful damsel agrees to marry a handsome prince, only to find the royal family has recruited her as a sacrifice to repay an ancient debt. Thrown into a cave with a fire-breathing dragon, she must rely on her wits and will to survive. Millie Bobby Brown stars in Damsel.

Damsel Film Poster

Damsel is directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo and written by Dan Mazeau.

Below are the casts of the film;

  • Millie Bobby Brown as Princess Elodie
  • Angela Bassett as Lady Bayford, Elodie’s stepmother
  • Robin Wright as Queen Isabelle
  • Ray Winstone as the King
  • Nick Robinson as Prince Henry
  • Brooke Carter as Floria, Henry’s younger sister
  • Shohreh Aghdashloo
  • the “Dragon”

Damsel will be premiere on Netflix this 8th of March.