1. Always hire Anthony Hopkins to deliver exposition. The man is an Oscar-winner, he’s played everybody from Hamlet to Hannibal Lecter, he’s got the best butter-melting British purr in the business. So if you’re Zack Snyder — or even if you’re not Zack Snyder, but are dropping the second chapter of a needlessly complicated space saga and need to get folks back up to speed — you enlist Sir Anthony to say things like: “On the far edges of the Motherworld’s reach, circling the gas giant Mara, was the small moon of Veldt…...
- 4/20/2024
- by David Fear
- Rollingstone.com
This Rebel Moon article contains spoilers.
Like Star Wars before it, and Dune earlier this year, Zack Snyder‘s two-part space epic Rebel Moon ends with the defeat of an evil Empire. At least a temporary one. While Kora (Sofia Boutella) and the rest of the heroes have defended the moon of Veldt from Admiral Noble (Ed Skrein) and his dreadnought, the Imperium still stands, presumably ready to strike back in a future movie.
Balisarius (Fra Fee) is still emperor and Kora still has unfinished business with her treacherous father figure. And in Part 2: The Scargiver, we also learn Princess Issa (Stella Grace Fitzgerald) may still be alive. It’s a new hope for a galaxy stuck in a vicious circle of endless wars. Rebel Moon ends with this revelation, planting the seed for Kora’s next quest were Netflix to green light a third part of the brutal sci-fi saga.
Like Star Wars before it, and Dune earlier this year, Zack Snyder‘s two-part space epic Rebel Moon ends with the defeat of an evil Empire. At least a temporary one. While Kora (Sofia Boutella) and the rest of the heroes have defended the moon of Veldt from Admiral Noble (Ed Skrein) and his dreadnought, the Imperium still stands, presumably ready to strike back in a future movie.
Balisarius (Fra Fee) is still emperor and Kora still has unfinished business with her treacherous father figure. And in Part 2: The Scargiver, we also learn Princess Issa (Stella Grace Fitzgerald) may still be alive. It’s a new hope for a galaxy stuck in a vicious circle of endless wars. Rebel Moon ends with this revelation, planting the seed for Kora’s next quest were Netflix to green light a third part of the brutal sci-fi saga.
- 4/20/2024
- by John Saavedra
- Den of Geek
[The following story contains spoilers for Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver.]
Zack Snyder knows the intricate future of his Rebel Moon universe, and now it’s up to the audience to make sure that Netflix leadership feels the demand to bring as many as four more movies to fruition.
Between today’s release of Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver and this summer’s R-rated director’s cuts of Part One and Two, Netflix subscribers will have plenty of opportunities to impose their will on the streamer, but currently, the situation is up in the air now that Snyder is caught up in an all-too-familiar regime change. Gone is the director’s longtime collaborator Scott Stuber, and with Dan Lin now taking the reins from Stuber as Netflix’s new film chief, it’s anyone’s guess as to how things will unfold.
“As they do their reshuffling, I’m just not sure what they intend. We 100 percent know where the movies go and everything,...
Zack Snyder knows the intricate future of his Rebel Moon universe, and now it’s up to the audience to make sure that Netflix leadership feels the demand to bring as many as four more movies to fruition.
Between today’s release of Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver and this summer’s R-rated director’s cuts of Part One and Two, Netflix subscribers will have plenty of opportunities to impose their will on the streamer, but currently, the situation is up in the air now that Snyder is caught up in an all-too-familiar regime change. Gone is the director’s longtime collaborator Scott Stuber, and with Dan Lin now taking the reins from Stuber as Netflix’s new film chief, it’s anyone’s guess as to how things will unfold.
“As they do their reshuffling, I’m just not sure what they intend. We 100 percent know where the movies go and everything,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Brian Davids
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
During the extended climax of Zack Snyder’s Rebel Moon – Part Two: The Scargiver, the much debated filmmaker not so much winks at his audience as he vigorously shakes us while shouting in our ear, “Do you get the reference?!” The lonely samurai-like character (read: Jedi), Bae Doona’s Nemesis, stands alone against an army of imperial thugs. She lights up her now familiar glowing machetes that are essentially lightsabers by a different hue, and her opponents each switch on their own. The sequence could have appeared in any one of the Star Wars prequels released in the 1990s and 2000s, or many of the Disney+ shows of today. Except of course for the fact that Nemesis’ blades are red while her foes use blue—and when she stabs one of them with the glowy end, actual bodily fluid seems to come out.
On the surface, the imagery is cool,...
On the surface, the imagery is cool,...
- 4/19/2024
- by David Crow
- Den of Geek
One of the most interesting kinds of adversaries are the persistent ones, the ones who just cannot be shaken off the trail and continue to hound the protagonists like an agent of Nemesis. Well-crafted antagonists with such dogged determination and zeal for relentless pursuit, like “Agent Smith” of The Matrix movie series and the titular villains of the Terminator franchise, have become iconic in their own merit. In Zack Snyder’s space opera franchise, Rebel Moon, Imperium Admiral Atticus Noble has established himself as such a force by acting as the prime antagonist in the first two entries.
Making quite an impression as a ruthless, sadistic enforcer of Regent Balisarius in the first movie Rebel Moon Part 1, Noble became memorable for his vicious, cunning streak that claimed the lives of many, reminding viewers of the machinations of the iconic Hans Landa from Inglourious Basterds. Despite meeting his end at the hands of Arthelais,...
Making quite an impression as a ruthless, sadistic enforcer of Regent Balisarius in the first movie Rebel Moon Part 1, Noble became memorable for his vicious, cunning streak that claimed the lives of many, reminding viewers of the machinations of the iconic Hans Landa from Inglourious Basterds. Despite meeting his end at the hands of Arthelais,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Finding acceptance in one’s own self is the first and most important part of redemption, which is the central theme in the recently released Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver, the second movie entry in Zack Snyder’s space opera franchise. Set in the fictional galactic empire centered on Motherworld, the first part of Netflix’s Rebel Moon 1 managed to draw viewers’ attention thanks to the narrative similarity it shared with Seven Samurai and Star Wars: Rogue One, uniting a ragtag group of warriors to stand against a cosmic dictatorship, but the lack of originality in Snyder’s vision made for a rather forgettable experience. Releasing shortly after the release of the first part, the sequel had a chance to expand the lore by utilizing the creative freedom provided to the makers, but it ends up venturing merely knee-deep into the past lives of the key characters showcased in...
- 4/19/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Spoiler Alert: This review reveals details of both Rebel Moon movies.
Slow-motion scenes that sputter story pacing? Check.
Poorly developed characters? Check.
Plot holes bigger than the Milky Way? Check.
… And we’re back with part two of Zack Snyder’s Netflix space opera Rebel Moon -Part Two: The Scargiver. You might not be a shock to hear this, but part two manages to be worse than part one. Its biggest offense? Nothing happening for way too long. The film stars Sofia Boutella, Djimon Hounsou, Ed Skrein, Michiel Huisman, Doona Bae, Staz Nair, Elise Duffy and Anthony Hopkins as the voice of Jimmy the robot. While this is a capable cast of actors, they have nothing to work with. I wonder if the reason Snyder hasn’t delivered a comprehensible script in some time is because he wears too many hats as writer, producer, director and cinematographer on most of his films?...
Slow-motion scenes that sputter story pacing? Check.
Poorly developed characters? Check.
Plot holes bigger than the Milky Way? Check.
… And we’re back with part two of Zack Snyder’s Netflix space opera Rebel Moon -Part Two: The Scargiver. You might not be a shock to hear this, but part two manages to be worse than part one. Its biggest offense? Nothing happening for way too long. The film stars Sofia Boutella, Djimon Hounsou, Ed Skrein, Michiel Huisman, Doona Bae, Staz Nair, Elise Duffy and Anthony Hopkins as the voice of Jimmy the robot. While this is a capable cast of actors, they have nothing to work with. I wonder if the reason Snyder hasn’t delivered a comprehensible script in some time is because he wears too many hats as writer, producer, director and cinematographer on most of his films?...
- 4/19/2024
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Wheat. So much wheat.
That’s the main takeaway from the second installment of Zack Snyder’s interplanetary space saga that, depending on your perspective, either pays homage to or shamelessly rips off previous epics ranging from Seven Samurai to Star Wars. If you add up the running times of both Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver and the first film, it amounts to well over four hours. It’s not surprising, considering that this one features a sequence in which the characters harvest wheat for what seems longer than a Swedish art film. And I know that the setting is supposed to be an alternate universe, but considering that it features space ships and technically advanced weaponry, it seems a bit absurd that farming hasn’t advanced beyond scythes. Although the extremely buff performers look damn good wielding them.
Such musings are unavoidable when confronted with this would-be epic,...
That’s the main takeaway from the second installment of Zack Snyder’s interplanetary space saga that, depending on your perspective, either pays homage to or shamelessly rips off previous epics ranging from Seven Samurai to Star Wars. If you add up the running times of both Rebel Moon — Part Two: The Scargiver and the first film, it amounts to well over four hours. It’s not surprising, considering that this one features a sequence in which the characters harvest wheat for what seems longer than a Swedish art film. And I know that the setting is supposed to be an alternate universe, but considering that it features space ships and technically advanced weaponry, it seems a bit absurd that farming hasn’t advanced beyond scythes. Although the extremely buff performers look damn good wielding them.
Such musings are unavoidable when confronted with this would-be epic,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Frank Scheck
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Elise Duffy, Staz Nair in Rebel Moon—Part Two: The ScargiverImage: Netflix
To call Rebel Moon—Part Two: The Scargiver pastiche is to oversell it. As was the case in Part One—A Child Of Fire, The Scargiver is an unmistakable blend of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai and George Lucas’ Star Wars,...
To call Rebel Moon—Part Two: The Scargiver pastiche is to oversell it. As was the case in Part One—A Child Of Fire, The Scargiver is an unmistakable blend of Akira Kurosawa’s Seven Samurai and George Lucas’ Star Wars,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Jarrod Jones
- avclub.com
This Rebel Moon article contains spoilers.
Love him or hate him, you cannot deny Zack Snyder garners more attention than most filmmakers working today. It’s no surprise that his fans have been champing at the bit to see his the second part of his dark sci-fi epic, which it titled Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver.
Snyder debuted Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Light in December. That film introduced viewers to a futuristic science fiction world, drawing from beloved tropes about scrappy rebels, mysterious prophecies, and a totalitarian empire. The movie pulls ideas from Star Wars, the samurai films of Akira Kurosawa, and Frank Herbert’s Dune imbues them with his signature gritty style to create something that feels very nerdy and very Snyder.
While A Child of Light met with mixed reviews, the second part could make up for that, while also answering some of the...
Love him or hate him, you cannot deny Zack Snyder garners more attention than most filmmakers working today. It’s no surprise that his fans have been champing at the bit to see his the second part of his dark sci-fi epic, which it titled Rebel Moon Part Two: The Scargiver.
Snyder debuted Rebel Moon Part One: A Child of Light in December. That film introduced viewers to a futuristic science fiction world, drawing from beloved tropes about scrappy rebels, mysterious prophecies, and a totalitarian empire. The movie pulls ideas from Star Wars, the samurai films of Akira Kurosawa, and Frank Herbert’s Dune imbues them with his signature gritty style to create something that feels very nerdy and very Snyder.
While A Child of Light met with mixed reviews, the second part could make up for that, while also answering some of the...
- 4/18/2024
- by Joe George
- Den of Geek
As the dawn of the new millennium approached, the world would start to see a trend of films that would become very mainstream. These types of movies are action horror video game adaptations. As stated in our previous video, there have been a number of different ones, but nothing stood out more than Resident Evil. In 2002, we were graced with the first in this series. It may not have been the critic’s favorite, but it did well enough at the box office to spawn a sequel. The name of that sequel is Resident Evil: Apocalypse (watch it Here). With a title that big, you would think the filmmakers went for bigger, better and more destructive…right? For the most part, yes and they even packed in some surprises for fans of the series. So today on Horror Revisited we ask that you suit up and strap in for Alice...
- 3/6/2024
- by Ric Solomon
- JoBlo.com
5 Extremely Controversial X-Men Villains That Marvel Will Never Even Dare to Bring to the Big Screen
In the diverse and wide Marvel Universe, X-Men stand out not only for their unique powers but also for the diverse array of villains that have challenged the mutant heroes over the years. With their long-awaited debut in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, fans are now anticipating seeing the superheroes along with their adversaries gracing the silver screen.
However, despite the optimism, certain characters may unlikely make the transition to the big screen, primarily due to their controversial nature.
X-Men: The Animated Series
From characters with problematic real-world associations to those whose stories demand substantial alteration for mainstream appeal, certain X-Men villains seem destined to remain confined to the pages of comic books. Following are some of these villains that Marvel may hesitate to bring to the big screen due to the complexities that surround these characters.
Ahab
Dr. Roderick Campbell, aka Captain Ahab, was not truly introduced as a villain in the comics.
However, despite the optimism, certain characters may unlikely make the transition to the big screen, primarily due to their controversial nature.
X-Men: The Animated Series
From characters with problematic real-world associations to those whose stories demand substantial alteration for mainstream appeal, certain X-Men villains seem destined to remain confined to the pages of comic books. Following are some of these villains that Marvel may hesitate to bring to the big screen due to the complexities that surround these characters.
Ahab
Dr. Roderick Campbell, aka Captain Ahab, was not truly introduced as a villain in the comics.
- 2/17/2024
- by Laxmi Rajput
- FandomWire
Several games are added to the Xbox Game Pass every month, offering gamers a chance to experience their favorite titles by paying just one subscription fee. While the people over at Xbox try and go for a game list that appeals to a wide audience, inevitably they will add a title here and there that doesn’t sit right with fans.
Such is the case with their latest addition to the catalog: the Resident Evil 3 remake. The game is fun and action-packed, but Resident Evil purists and fans of the original felt it left a lot to be desired. Will its presence on Xbox Game Pass go down well? First, let’s understand the criticisms behind the game.
Resident Evil 3 was Just Announced on Xbox Game Pass The Resident Evil 3 remake is now on Xbox Game Pass, but will fans play it?
The announcement was made via...
Such is the case with their latest addition to the catalog: the Resident Evil 3 remake. The game is fun and action-packed, but Resident Evil purists and fans of the original felt it left a lot to be desired. Will its presence on Xbox Game Pass go down well? First, let’s understand the criticisms behind the game.
Resident Evil 3 was Just Announced on Xbox Game Pass The Resident Evil 3 remake is now on Xbox Game Pass, but will fans play it?
The announcement was made via...
- 2/15/2024
- by Sagar Nerala
- FandomWire
Rebel Moon: (L-r) Doona Bae as Nemesis, Ray Fisher as Bloodaxe, Staz Nair as Tarak, Michiel Huisman as Gunnar, Sofia Boutella as Kora, Charlie Hunnam as Kai, E. Duffy as Milius and Djimon Hounsou as Titus in Rebel Moon. Cr. Clay Enos/Netflix © 2023
Geeked Week 2023, Netflix’s week-long virtual event highlighting the biggest, best, and most anticipated genre titles across movies, series, and games, concluded on Sunday
It also marked the debut of the official trailer for Rebel Moon — Part One: A Child From Fire from writer-director Zack Snyder. When a peaceful settlement on a moon in the furthest reaches of the universe finds itself threatened by the armies of the tyrannical Regent Balisarius, a mysterious stranger named Kora becomes their best hope for survival.
Check out the full official trailer for the film, premiering December 22nd.
https://www.netflix.com/title/81464239
Go inside the making of the...
Geeked Week 2023, Netflix’s week-long virtual event highlighting the biggest, best, and most anticipated genre titles across movies, series, and games, concluded on Sunday
It also marked the debut of the official trailer for Rebel Moon — Part One: A Child From Fire from writer-director Zack Snyder. When a peaceful settlement on a moon in the furthest reaches of the universe finds itself threatened by the armies of the tyrannical Regent Balisarius, a mysterious stranger named Kora becomes their best hope for survival.
Check out the full official trailer for the film, premiering December 22nd.
https://www.netflix.com/title/81464239
Go inside the making of the...
- 11/13/2023
- by Michelle McCue
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
This article contains spoilers
It may seem hard to believe, but at one stage Resident Evil was not only the highest-grossing film series based on a video game, but also the highest-grossing horror film series period. Consisting of six movies and a reboot, the Resident Evil movies just kept making money even while they were being bashed by critics. Most of those critics arguably had valid points, but the arrival of a new Resident Evil movie simply became oddly comforting somewhere along the way.
Thanks to the creative voices of Event Horizon director Paul W.S. Anderson and his Fifth Element actress wife Milla Jovovich, six of the seven Resident Evil movies feature the character of Alice (Jovovich firing on all cylinders), a former security specialist and covert operative who initially has amnesia but eventually remembers she’s out to take down the insidious Umbrella Corporation, a global company responsible for Earth’s weirdest zombie apocalypse.
It may seem hard to believe, but at one stage Resident Evil was not only the highest-grossing film series based on a video game, but also the highest-grossing horror film series period. Consisting of six movies and a reboot, the Resident Evil movies just kept making money even while they were being bashed by critics. Most of those critics arguably had valid points, but the arrival of a new Resident Evil movie simply became oddly comforting somewhere along the way.
Thanks to the creative voices of Event Horizon director Paul W.S. Anderson and his Fifth Element actress wife Milla Jovovich, six of the seven Resident Evil movies feature the character of Alice (Jovovich firing on all cylinders), a former security specialist and covert operative who initially has amnesia but eventually remembers she’s out to take down the insidious Umbrella Corporation, a global company responsible for Earth’s weirdest zombie apocalypse.
- 9/30/2023
- by Kirsten Howard
- Den of Geek
As the leaves change and the shadows grow longer, it’s time to embrace the spooky spirit of Halloween and indulge in a day of frights and fun at the first annual Hometown Haunts & Hops Horror Convention, taking place at Mayflower Brewing Company in Plymouth, Ma on October 28th!
As the Only horror convention on the South Shore of Ma, this one-of-a-kind event promises a spine-chilling experience, blending horror-themed vendors, ghastly decor, and, of course, delicious beer from Mayflower Brewing. If you’re a fan of all things spooky, this is the place to be!
The convention will feature an eerie array of horror-themed vendors offering a treasure trove of macabre merchandise; from haunting artwork to collectible figurines, you’re bound to find something that sends shivers down your spine!
While you explore the booths, don’t forget to sip on some of the finest craft beer from Mayflower Brewing,...
As the Only horror convention on the South Shore of Ma, this one-of-a-kind event promises a spine-chilling experience, blending horror-themed vendors, ghastly decor, and, of course, delicious beer from Mayflower Brewing. If you’re a fan of all things spooky, this is the place to be!
The convention will feature an eerie array of horror-themed vendors offering a treasure trove of macabre merchandise; from haunting artwork to collectible figurines, you’re bound to find something that sends shivers down your spine!
While you explore the booths, don’t forget to sip on some of the finest craft beer from Mayflower Brewing,...
- 9/7/2023
- by Mike Walsh
- bloody-disgusting.com
Finally, the first trailer of one of the most anticipated movies of this year, Rebel Moon, has been released online and has managed to capture the attention of viewers worldwide in a short span of time. Over the years, director Zack Snyder has amassed a cult following, especially after his rocky tenure in the director’s chair at Dceu, and it would be an understatement to say that his fans were waiting with bated breath to get a first look at his upcoming space epic. And if the trailer is any proof, Zack is going all out to challenge biggies like Star Wars and Dune, among others. The movie is going to be released in two parts, the first of which, Rebel Moon: Part One: A Child of Fire, is going to be released later this year.
Rebel Moon is important for Snyder’s filmography for a couple of reasons.
Rebel Moon is important for Snyder’s filmography for a couple of reasons.
- 8/24/2023
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Netflix has revealed a teaser trailer for Zack Synder’s 2-part science-fantasy event decades in the making, ‘Rebel Moon.’
When a peaceful colony on the edge of a galaxy finds itself threatened by the armies of a tyrannical ruling force, Kora (Sofia Boutella), a mysterious stranger living among the villagers, becomes their best hope for survival. Tasked with finding trained fighters who will unite with her in making an impossible stand against the Mother World, Kora assembles a small band of warriors — outsiders, insurgents, peasants and orphans of war from different worlds who share a common need for redemption and revenge. As the shadow of an entire Realm bears down on the unlikeliest of moons, a battle over the fate of a galaxy is waged, and in the process, a new army of heroes is formed.
Charlie Hunnam as Kai. Cr. Netflix ©2023 Sofia Boutella as Kora. Cr. Netflix ©2023 (L-r) Sofia...
When a peaceful colony on the edge of a galaxy finds itself threatened by the armies of a tyrannical ruling force, Kora (Sofia Boutella), a mysterious stranger living among the villagers, becomes their best hope for survival. Tasked with finding trained fighters who will unite with her in making an impossible stand against the Mother World, Kora assembles a small band of warriors — outsiders, insurgents, peasants and orphans of war from different worlds who share a common need for redemption and revenge. As the shadow of an entire Realm bears down on the unlikeliest of moons, a battle over the fate of a galaxy is waged, and in the process, a new army of heroes is formed.
Charlie Hunnam as Kai. Cr. Netflix ©2023 Sofia Boutella as Kora. Cr. Netflix ©2023 (L-r) Sofia...
- 8/23/2023
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Anticipation has been building for “Rebel Moon”, the latest from “Justice League” director Zack Snyder, and a new trailer is giving fans a lot to be excited about.
The new trailer offers a look at the highly anticipated Netflix project, described as “an epic science-fantasy event decades in the making,” which will be split into two movies — one airing late this year, with the second arriving in spring 2024.
Read More: First Look At Zack Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon’: A Netflix Space Saga Set To Shake The Galaxy
“When a peaceful colony on the edge of a galaxy finds itself threatened by the armies of a tyrannical ruling force, Kora (Sofia Boutella), a mysterious stranger living among the villagers, becomes their best hope for survival,” reads Netflix’s synopsis.
“Tasked with finding trained fighters who will unite with her in making an impossible stand against the Mother World, Kora assembles...
The new trailer offers a look at the highly anticipated Netflix project, described as “an epic science-fantasy event decades in the making,” which will be split into two movies — one airing late this year, with the second arriving in spring 2024.
Read More: First Look At Zack Snyder’s ‘Rebel Moon’: A Netflix Space Saga Set To Shake The Galaxy
“When a peaceful colony on the edge of a galaxy finds itself threatened by the armies of a tyrannical ruling force, Kora (Sofia Boutella), a mysterious stranger living among the villagers, becomes their best hope for survival,” reads Netflix’s synopsis.
“Tasked with finding trained fighters who will unite with her in making an impossible stand against the Mother World, Kora assembles...
- 8/23/2023
- by Brent Furdyk
- ET Canada
A not-so-long time ago, in a Burbank studio, Zack Snyder pitched a "Star Wars" movie.
The year was 2012. Disney had just bought Lucasfilm, which gave the company the keys to George Lucas' blockbuster franchise. It was the earliest of days. Lucasfilm leader Kathleen Kennedy was taking meetings with every successful director in Hollywood, which led to a sit-down with Snyder. Snyder was at a critical juncture in his career: after delivering three relatively well-reviewed entertainments in "Dawn of the Dead," "300" and "Watchmen," the filmmaker had stumbled with "Sucker Punch," a wholly original action-fantasy about a group of young women who weaponize their imagination to break free of a mental institution.
Snyder was about to get off the ropes with "Man of Steel," but he sensed a world-building opportunity at Disney. His pitch was to take the "Star Wars" series back to its Akira Kurosawa roots with, as he recently told Vanity Fair,...
The year was 2012. Disney had just bought Lucasfilm, which gave the company the keys to George Lucas' blockbuster franchise. It was the earliest of days. Lucasfilm leader Kathleen Kennedy was taking meetings with every successful director in Hollywood, which led to a sit-down with Snyder. Snyder was at a critical juncture in his career: after delivering three relatively well-reviewed entertainments in "Dawn of the Dead," "300" and "Watchmen," the filmmaker had stumbled with "Sucker Punch," a wholly original action-fantasy about a group of young women who weaponize their imagination to break free of a mental institution.
Snyder was about to get off the ropes with "Man of Steel," but he sensed a world-building opportunity at Disney. His pitch was to take the "Star Wars" series back to its Akira Kurosawa roots with, as he recently told Vanity Fair,...
- 8/22/2023
- by Jeremy Smith
- Slash Film
Zack Snyder has finally unveiled his "decades in the making" sci-fi epic "Rebel Moon," the galaxy-spanning drama heavily inspired by "Star Wars." The two-part epic follows Sofia Boutella as Kora, a former soldier for the Imperium who now seeks redemption by rallying warriors on the eponymous moon colony as she faces her destiny and achieves greatness — and kicks a lot of Imperial ass along the way.
The film is full of stunning imagery and hints at intricate world-building and an expansive mythology, something like a more serious "Jupiter Ascending" — which is always a good thing. And the "Star Wars" influence is clear, not just in the fascist-looking Empire, but also in what looks to be two flaming swords that look suspiciously like lightsabers.
Speaking with Vanity Fair earlier this year, Zack Snyder discussed the flaming laser words wielded by South Korean actor Doona Bae, who plays Nemesis. "These swords are...
The film is full of stunning imagery and hints at intricate world-building and an expansive mythology, something like a more serious "Jupiter Ascending" — which is always a good thing. And the "Star Wars" influence is clear, not just in the fascist-looking Empire, but also in what looks to be two flaming swords that look suspiciously like lightsabers.
Speaking with Vanity Fair earlier this year, Zack Snyder discussed the flaming laser words wielded by South Korean actor Doona Bae, who plays Nemesis. "These swords are...
- 8/22/2023
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
Most teaser trailer’s are just that, teasers. But Zack Snyder’s first teaser trailer for his two-part epic scifi tale, Rebel Moon, is nearly four minutes long and reveals much about the world Snyder’s created in his latest massive endeavor.
The teaser trailer’s release was accompanied by the announcement of the titles of parts one and two, as well as a confirmed premiere date for part two.
Part one is officially Child of Fire and part two is The Scargiver. The first part arrives on December 22, 2023 and part two follows on April 19, 2024.
The cast includes Sofia Boutella as Kora, an Imperium deserter who leaves the peaceful Veldt to fight back; Ed Skrein as Admiral Atticus Noble, a nefarious Imperium enforcer; Charlie Hunnam as Kai, a mercenary pilot whose Tawau-Class freighter will prove invaluable to Kora’s quest; Michiel Huisman as Gunnar, a Veldt farmer who knows little...
The teaser trailer’s release was accompanied by the announcement of the titles of parts one and two, as well as a confirmed premiere date for part two.
Part one is officially Child of Fire and part two is The Scargiver. The first part arrives on December 22, 2023 and part two follows on April 19, 2024.
The cast includes Sofia Boutella as Kora, an Imperium deserter who leaves the peaceful Veldt to fight back; Ed Skrein as Admiral Atticus Noble, a nefarious Imperium enforcer; Charlie Hunnam as Kai, a mercenary pilot whose Tawau-Class freighter will prove invaluable to Kora’s quest; Michiel Huisman as Gunnar, a Veldt farmer who knows little...
- 8/22/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Rebel Moon teaser trailer: Zack Snyder’s space opera presents an explosive and sprawling sci-fi epic
After what feels like an eternity of waiting, the time has come for Netflix to debut a Rebel Moon teaser trailer, previewing Zack Snyder’s upcoming expansive space opera. On Tuesday morning, Snyder posted an image of himself in an editing bay, adding the final touches to today’s exciting preview. The still image is enough to get fans climbing walls in anticipation of the filmmaker’s two-part interstellar odyssey.
Today’s Rebel Moon teaser trailer premiered at Gamescom in Germany, giving gamers and attendees the first look at Snyder’s Star Wars-inspired action-packed adventure. The first film in the two-part series, Rebel Moon: A Child of Fire, touches down on Netflix on December 22. The sequel, Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver, will debut on April 19, 2024.
In the Rebel Moon teaser trailer, Snyder presents a complex world ravaged by indifference, struggle, and war. As stylish spacecraft cruise the skies, hulking alien creatures,...
Today’s Rebel Moon teaser trailer premiered at Gamescom in Germany, giving gamers and attendees the first look at Snyder’s Star Wars-inspired action-packed adventure. The first film in the two-part series, Rebel Moon: A Child of Fire, touches down on Netflix on December 22. The sequel, Rebel Moon Part 2: The Scargiver, will debut on April 19, 2024.
In the Rebel Moon teaser trailer, Snyder presents a complex world ravaged by indifference, struggle, and war. As stylish spacecraft cruise the skies, hulking alien creatures,...
- 8/22/2023
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Charlie Hunnam is gearing up for the release of his latest film, Rebel Moon. The Sons of Anarchy star plays an important role in the Zach Snyder movie, which was originally set in the Star Wars universe.
While fans react to the first teaser trailer, here’s a complete breakdown of Hunnam’s role in the exciting space opera.
Charlie Hunnam, Michiel Huisman, Sofia Boutella, Staz Nair, and Djimon Hounsou | Netflix Breaking down Charlie Hunnam’s role in ‘Rebel Moon’
Hunnam will appear alongside a star-studded cast of Snyder’s much-awaited sci-fi epic, Rebel Moon. Renowned for his Sons of Anarchy and Pacific Rim performances, fans are undoubtedly excited to see Hunnam return to the silver screen.
Within the narrative arc of Snyder’s cosmic saga, Hunnam steps into the shoes of Kai, a character of significant importance in Rebel Moon.
As a seasoned starship pilot who dabbles in mercenary work,...
While fans react to the first teaser trailer, here’s a complete breakdown of Hunnam’s role in the exciting space opera.
Charlie Hunnam, Michiel Huisman, Sofia Boutella, Staz Nair, and Djimon Hounsou | Netflix Breaking down Charlie Hunnam’s role in ‘Rebel Moon’
Hunnam will appear alongside a star-studded cast of Snyder’s much-awaited sci-fi epic, Rebel Moon. Renowned for his Sons of Anarchy and Pacific Rim performances, fans are undoubtedly excited to see Hunnam return to the silver screen.
Within the narrative arc of Snyder’s cosmic saga, Hunnam steps into the shoes of Kai, a character of significant importance in Rebel Moon.
As a seasoned starship pilot who dabbles in mercenary work,...
- 8/5/2023
- by Perry Carpenter
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Zack Snyder is building a new cinematic universe with his two-film sci-fi epic Rebel Moon, the first installment of which is scheduled to be released through the Netflix streaming service on December 22nd. With that date still five months away, Netflix is looking to build the hype by revealing information on the characters that populate Rebel Moon. Images of several of the characters can be seen at the bottom of this article.
Snyder has always been open about the fact that he’s hoping “a massive IP and a universe that can be built out” from the foundation of Rebel Moon. He crafted the story for Rebel Moon with 300 co-writer Kurt Johnstad, and the pair wrote the screenplay with Army of the Dead co-writer Shay Hatten. The events of the film, which draws inspiration from Seven Samurai, are set in motion when a peaceful colony on the edge of the...
Snyder has always been open about the fact that he’s hoping “a massive IP and a universe that can be built out” from the foundation of Rebel Moon. He crafted the story for Rebel Moon with 300 co-writer Kurt Johnstad, and the pair wrote the screenplay with Army of the Dead co-writer Shay Hatten. The events of the film, which draws inspiration from Seven Samurai, are set in motion when a peaceful colony on the edge of the...
- 7/25/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The 1990s were an exciting period for action films, with many of them getting released direct-to-video and showing up seemingly randomly at local video stores, requiring fans of the genre to have memberships at multiple locations to get to see everything. There was so much that if attention wasn’t paid, titles would be missed easily or rented twice under different titles at different video stores. Stars emerged within those ranks and gathered the love and adoration of fans. Here are the 10 of the best Dtv action stars of that era:
Dolph Lundgren
Let’s start with the obvious man on the list, the one that everyone saw films from at their local video stores. Lundgren had films that were released in theaters, on video, and direct to cable in some cases during the 1990s, but one thing is for sure, he was a mainstay of the action film aisle...
Dolph Lundgren
Let’s start with the obvious man on the list, the one that everyone saw films from at their local video stores. Lundgren had films that were released in theaters, on video, and direct to cable in some cases during the 1990s, but one thing is for sure, he was a mainstay of the action film aisle...
- 7/16/2023
- by Emilie Black
- JoBlo.com
It must be intimidating for any actor to enter the fold of "Star Trek." In addition to the risk of being pigeonholed (Brent Spiner has spoken at length about that phenomenon), there is a lot to know beforehand. Given the franchise's vast history, and the hundreds of hours of drama it has already produced, it seems that some homework might be required just to have some context of whatever scene you might be acting in.
The former aspect was a bugaboo for Ed Speleers, the actor cast as Jack Crusher in the third season of "Star Trek: Picard." Jack Crusher wasn't some mere ensign written to sit at a starship's helm and read lines about diverting power from life support to the shields or whatever. Jack Crusher was the son of Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden) and Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart), two of the main characters of "Star Trek: The Next Generation.
The former aspect was a bugaboo for Ed Speleers, the actor cast as Jack Crusher in the third season of "Star Trek: Picard." Jack Crusher wasn't some mere ensign written to sit at a starship's helm and read lines about diverting power from life support to the shields or whatever. Jack Crusher was the son of Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden) and Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart), two of the main characters of "Star Trek: The Next Generation.
- 4/21/2023
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar, an action-packed sci-fi adventure movie from Garo Setian, director of the sci-fi thriller Automation (watch it Here, read our review Here), is set to receive a theatrical release on April 21st, with a digital release to follow on May 2nd. In anticipation of those release dates, we’re proud to share the Exclusive first look at a batch of posters that introduce the characters of Space Wars! You can take a look at these character posters at the bottom of this article.
Setian directed the film from a screenplay by Joe Knetter (writer of Blind and Pretty Boy), based on a story Setian and Knetter crafted together. Starring Michael Pare (Streets of Fire), Olivier Gruner (Nemesis), Sarah French (Blind), Tyler Gallant (Alpha Wolf) Rachele Brooke Smith (Nightmare Shark), Anahit Setian (Automation), Jed Rowen (Pretty Boy), Elise Muller (Dolls) and Sadie Katz (Wrong Turn 6). Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar...
Setian directed the film from a screenplay by Joe Knetter (writer of Blind and Pretty Boy), based on a story Setian and Knetter crafted together. Starring Michael Pare (Streets of Fire), Olivier Gruner (Nemesis), Sarah French (Blind), Tyler Gallant (Alpha Wolf) Rachele Brooke Smith (Nightmare Shark), Anahit Setian (Automation), Jed Rowen (Pretty Boy), Elise Muller (Dolls) and Sadie Katz (Wrong Turn 6). Space Wars: Quest for the Deepstar...
- 4/18/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
The action packed Western Gunfight at Rio Bravo is now in limited theatres, and available on DVD, Digital and On-Demand in North America from Shout! Studios – and to mark the occasion, we’re proud to share an Exclusive clip from the film, which is followed by interviews with director Joe Cornet and star Alexander Nevsky. Check it out in the embed above!
Directed by Joe Cornet (Prayer for the Damned) from a screenplay by Craig Hamann (Showdown in Manila), Gunfight at Rio Bravo stars and was produced by three-time Mr. Universe Alexander Nevsky (Maximum Impact). The film has the following synopsis:
When mysterious Russian gunslinger Ivan Turchin rides into a small Texas town, he runs afoul of a bloodthirsty outlaw gang known as The Hellhounds. Outmanned and outgunned, the town must put their trust in Turchin to protect them from annihilation at the hands of the bandits. The gunslinger finds...
Directed by Joe Cornet (Prayer for the Damned) from a screenplay by Craig Hamann (Showdown in Manila), Gunfight at Rio Bravo stars and was produced by three-time Mr. Universe Alexander Nevsky (Maximum Impact). The film has the following synopsis:
When mysterious Russian gunslinger Ivan Turchin rides into a small Texas town, he runs afoul of a bloodthirsty outlaw gang known as The Hellhounds. Outmanned and outgunned, the town must put their trust in Turchin to protect them from annihilation at the hands of the bandits. The gunslinger finds...
- 2/8/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Stars: Sylvester Stallone, Javon Walton, Pilou Asbaek, Dascha Polanco, Moisés Arias | Written by Bragi Schut | Directed by Julius Avery
Thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary (Javon “Wanna” Walton) suspects that his mysterious and reclusive neighbour Mr. Smith (Sylvester Stallone) is actually a legend hiding in plain sight. Twenty years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbour out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
There’s something about Julius Avery‘s Samaritan that reminds me of a 2000s action-thriller, and I mean that in the best way possible. Some people have a sour taste in their mouths...
Thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary (Javon “Wanna” Walton) suspects that his mysterious and reclusive neighbour Mr. Smith (Sylvester Stallone) is actually a legend hiding in plain sight. Twenty years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbour out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
There’s something about Julius Avery‘s Samaritan that reminds me of a 2000s action-thriller, and I mean that in the best way possible. Some people have a sour taste in their mouths...
- 8/29/2022
- by Caillou Pettis
- Nerdly
Credit: Daniel McFadden / Metro Goldwyn Mayer Pictures © 2022 Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“Many years ago, a battle between good and evil was waged between Samaritan and Nemesis, twin brothers who became sworn enemies. They were freakishly strong, but they unintentionally hurt people. The residents of Granite City grew to fear the brothers. They waited until the family slept, then boarded up their home and set it on fire. The parents were burned alive, but the twins were unscathed. Samaritan grew to fight for justice and be a protector. But Nemesis, consumed by revenge, wanted the world to suffer.
“Samaritan tried to contain his brother’s fury, so Nemesis forged a powerful weapon, a hammer that he poured all his hate and rage into. It was the only thing that could destroy Samaritan.
“Samaritan and Nemesis died in a blast during the battle. It was a story everyone in Granite City has been told.
“Many years ago, a battle between good and evil was waged between Samaritan and Nemesis, twin brothers who became sworn enemies. They were freakishly strong, but they unintentionally hurt people. The residents of Granite City grew to fear the brothers. They waited until the family slept, then boarded up their home and set it on fire. The parents were burned alive, but the twins were unscathed. Samaritan grew to fight for justice and be a protector. But Nemesis, consumed by revenge, wanted the world to suffer.
“Samaritan tried to contain his brother’s fury, so Nemesis forged a powerful weapon, a hammer that he poured all his hate and rage into. It was the only thing that could destroy Samaritan.
“Samaritan and Nemesis died in a blast during the battle. It was a story everyone in Granite City has been told.
- 8/28/2022
- by Michelle Hannett
- WeAreMovieGeeks.com
If you were wondering just when Project W would be hitting Dead by Daylight, you’re not the only one. Behaviour Interactive has been mum on that front, instead sprinkling lore for Survivors Rebecca Chambers and Ada Wong, and new Killer Albert Wesker (known in-game as The Mastermind) for the upcoming crossover. That was until this morning, when the official Dead by Daylight Twitter account posted this:
https://twitter.com/DeadByBHVR/status/1563164364026396672
While Behaviour doesn’t outright say it, according to several leaker sites such as Leaks by Daylight, August 30th is the release date for the Resident Evil crossover with Dead by Daylight. Barring any surprise postponing, Project W will release for PC and consoles next week, and cost 11.99.
Details on the new Chapter are still elusive, but per various leaks (such as the DBDLeaks Twitter), Project W will include a reworked Raccoon City Police Department map, which will...
https://twitter.com/DeadByBHVR/status/1563164364026396672
While Behaviour doesn’t outright say it, according to several leaker sites such as Leaks by Daylight, August 30th is the release date for the Resident Evil crossover with Dead by Daylight. Barring any surprise postponing, Project W will release for PC and consoles next week, and cost 11.99.
Details on the new Chapter are still elusive, but per various leaks (such as the DBDLeaks Twitter), Project W will include a reworked Raccoon City Police Department map, which will...
- 8/26/2022
- by Mike Wilson
- bloody-disgusting.com
Plot: Thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary suspects that his mysterious and reclusive neighbor Mr. Smith is actually a legend hiding in plain sight. Twenty-five years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbor out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
Review: Speaking on behalf of JoBlo.com, I can say without a doubt that we all love Sylvester Stallone (we even have a show – Sylvester Stallone Revisited – dedicated to him). Personally, I have a soft spot for Stallone’s 1990s films which featured him playing the closest thing to a superhero before the days of Marvel Studios and the Dceu.
Review: Speaking on behalf of JoBlo.com, I can say without a doubt that we all love Sylvester Stallone (we even have a show – Sylvester Stallone Revisited – dedicated to him). Personally, I have a soft spot for Stallone’s 1990s films which featured him playing the closest thing to a superhero before the days of Marvel Studios and the Dceu.
- 8/25/2022
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
There’s a standard road map for an actor like Sylvester Stallone — at 76, still looking good, but no longer with a body made of rock(y) — to enter the comic-book movie zone, and that’s for him to play a figure like the righteous Ravager Stakar Ogord in “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2,” or to voice King Shark in “The Suicide Squad.” That’s all likable nostalgic novelty casting. But what if Stallone, who in his way has played indomitable superheroes for decades (think “Rambo” and its sequels or “The Expendables” and its sequels), wants to go full avenger and portray a total comic-book demigod?
He’ll star in a chintzy slice of hellfire like “Samaritan,” based on the Mythos Comics graphic novel that was published in 2014. It’s set in Granite City, an everyday dystopia where Stallone lugs his body around with a reluctant roughneck shamble. He plays...
He’ll star in a chintzy slice of hellfire like “Samaritan,” based on the Mythos Comics graphic novel that was published in 2014. It’s set in Granite City, an everyday dystopia where Stallone lugs his body around with a reluctant roughneck shamble. He plays...
- 8/25/2022
- by Owen Gleiberman
- Variety Film + TV
Samaritan is a new urban superhero action movie directed by Julius Avery and written by Bragi F. Schut. The film stars Sylvester Stallone, Dasha Polanco (Orange Is the New Black), Javon “Wanna” Walton (Euphoria) and Pilou Asbæk (Uncharted). This gritty story starts with promise, but the pacing comes to a screeching halt early on and never recovers. The cast is a solid mix of talented actors, but the script’s limitations restrict them. When stripped down to the basics, Samaritan is a colorless venture that’s very much been there, done that, especially for Stallone.
The cold, dank, post-apocalyptic location of Granite City needs heroes. The city’s people are stuck between two factions: those who idolize the costumed hero, the Samaritan, and those who worship the volatile supervillain, Nemesis — these two are identical twins. Twenty-five years ago, both of them died in a warehouse fire, with Nemesis leaving behind...
The cold, dank, post-apocalyptic location of Granite City needs heroes. The city’s people are stuck between two factions: those who idolize the costumed hero, the Samaritan, and those who worship the volatile supervillain, Nemesis — these two are identical twins. Twenty-five years ago, both of them died in a warehouse fire, with Nemesis leaving behind...
- 8/25/2022
- by Valerie Complex
- Deadline Film + TV
Just like Gotham, the fictitious metropolis of Granite City sucks. As multiple newscasts tell us, there’s a civil-servant strike dragging into its third month, but widespread economic insecurity was already the norm. Dark, dirty, and crime-ridden, it’s not the kind of place anyone wants to grow up. So it’s no wonder that sweet tween Sam clings to any hero he can find — especially Granite City’s own dearly departed superhero: Samaritan.
Julius Avery’s “Samaritan” opens with a giddy monologue from Sam that tells us Samaritan’s backstory, and Bragi F. Schut’s screenplay (inspired by the Mythos Comics graphic novels he created with Marc Olivent and Renzo Podesta) doesn’t hesitate to pile on the exposition. Years ago, a pair of gifted brothers possessed of super-strength and power were made miserable by the denizens of Granite City, who burned down their house and killed their parents in the blaze.
Julius Avery’s “Samaritan” opens with a giddy monologue from Sam that tells us Samaritan’s backstory, and Bragi F. Schut’s screenplay (inspired by the Mythos Comics graphic novels he created with Marc Olivent and Renzo Podesta) doesn’t hesitate to pile on the exposition. Years ago, a pair of gifted brothers possessed of super-strength and power were made miserable by the denizens of Granite City, who burned down their house and killed their parents in the blaze.
- 8/25/2022
- by Kate Erbland
- Indiewire
All is not well in Granite City. The economy is in the toilet, crime rules the streets, superheroes are dead and, worst of all, annoying fans won’t stop bugging Sylvester Stallone about his early work.
“Samaritan” stars Stallone in his first lead superhero role since 1995’s embarrassing “Judge Dredd,” but he’s played the type many times before. Films like “Cobra” and the “Rambo” sequels have long presented the muscular star as a larger-than-life figure, standing tall against evil and kicking its ass for a third of a century. He may not have a long history of actually wearing tights but the role still fits.
Stallone plays Joe, a world-weary garbage man who keeps to himself and repairs old junk as a hobby. Javon Walton (“Euphoria”) co-stars as Sam, a young teen who is obsessed with Granite City’s superhero, Samaritan, and supervillain, Nemesis, who reportedly perished fighting each other decades ago.
“Samaritan” stars Stallone in his first lead superhero role since 1995’s embarrassing “Judge Dredd,” but he’s played the type many times before. Films like “Cobra” and the “Rambo” sequels have long presented the muscular star as a larger-than-life figure, standing tall against evil and kicking its ass for a third of a century. He may not have a long history of actually wearing tights but the role still fits.
Stallone plays Joe, a world-weary garbage man who keeps to himself and repairs old junk as a hobby. Javon Walton (“Euphoria”) co-stars as Sam, a young teen who is obsessed with Granite City’s superhero, Samaritan, and supervillain, Nemesis, who reportedly perished fighting each other decades ago.
- 8/25/2022
- by William Bibbiani
- The Wrap
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You’re never too old to play a superhero. That’s the main takeaway from Samaritan, the new film starring 76-year-old Sylvester Stallone as an aging former vigilante with special powers who has quietly settled into retirement. Except, as such former Stallone characters as Rocky and Rambo have proved time and time again, retirement doesn’t always come easy for former warriors.
At first glance, Joe Smith (Stallone) wouldn’t seem to be the aged version of Samaritan, the former protector of Granite City, who disappeared 25 years earlier after fatally dispatching his evil arch-nemesis, named…Nemesis. (Screenwriter Bragi F. Schut, who later adapted his screenplay into a series of graphic novels, clearly isn’t too concerned about coming up with imaginative names for his characters). Joe, a garbageman, shuffles around the dangerous, run-down urban environs sporting a heavy grey beard and perpetual hoodie,...
You’re never too old to play a superhero. That’s the main takeaway from Samaritan, the new film starring 76-year-old Sylvester Stallone as an aging former vigilante with special powers who has quietly settled into retirement. Except, as such former Stallone characters as Rocky and Rambo have proved time and time again, retirement doesn’t always come easy for former warriors.
At first glance, Joe Smith (Stallone) wouldn’t seem to be the aged version of Samaritan, the former protector of Granite City, who disappeared 25 years earlier after fatally dispatching his evil arch-nemesis, named…Nemesis. (Screenwriter Bragi F. Schut, who later adapted his screenplay into a series of graphic novels, clearly isn’t too concerned about coming up with imaginative names for his characters). Joe, a garbageman, shuffles around the dangerous, run-down urban environs sporting a heavy grey beard and perpetual hoodie,...
- 8/25/2022
- by Frank Scheck
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Sylvester Stallone has not ventured into the superhero genre very much. Sure, he has appeared in comic book adaptations like Judge Dredd and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, but Stallone has yet to please an actual superhero. You may disagree and say that he is the Hollywood embodiment of a superhero, but for the first time ever, he will portray one in Prime Video’s Samaritan by director Julius Avery.
Set in the fictional Granite City, Samaritan follows a young boy named Sam (Javon Walton) who idolizes the superhero Samaritan who disappeared years earlier during a fight with his rival, Nemesis. After falling in with a criminal named Cyrus (Pilou Asbaek), Sam discovers that garbage man Joe Smith (Stallone) may be Samaritan. Joe must then decide between using his powers to stop Cyrus and save Granite City or keeping his secret to himself.
I was invited to attend the...
Set in the fictional Granite City, Samaritan follows a young boy named Sam (Javon Walton) who idolizes the superhero Samaritan who disappeared years earlier during a fight with his rival, Nemesis. After falling in with a criminal named Cyrus (Pilou Asbaek), Sam discovers that garbage man Joe Smith (Stallone) may be Samaritan. Joe must then decide between using his powers to stop Cyrus and save Granite City or keeping his secret to himself.
I was invited to attend the...
- 8/24/2022
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
Hope returns to Granite City when Samaritan starring Sylvester Stallone and Javon “Wanna” Walton, launches globally on Prime Video this Friday, August 26th. Check out the first official clip from the film above, as well as a “First-Look” featurette at the film below!
Thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary (Javon “Wanna” Walton) suspects that his mysterious and reclusive neighbor Mr. Smith (Sylvester Stallone) is actually a legend hiding in plain sight. Twenty years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbor out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
About The Film Genre: Action, Thriller MPAA Rating: PG-...
Thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary (Javon “Wanna” Walton) suspects that his mysterious and reclusive neighbor Mr. Smith (Sylvester Stallone) is actually a legend hiding in plain sight. Twenty years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbor out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
About The Film Genre: Action, Thriller MPAA Rating: PG-...
- 8/23/2022
- by Editor
- CinemaNerdz
Prime Video unleashed a new Samaritan clip on Monday showing Sylvester Stallone‘s Joe cleaning up the streets of Granite City. Stallone is no stranger to action films with heart and feels at home in a city plagued by criminals, low lives, and those looking to punish the less fortunate. Thankfully, Joe’s coming out of retirement when the metropolis needs him the most. Please don’t call it a comeback. It’s a homecoming.
In the new Samaritan clip, Joe gets attacked in an alleyway by a knife-wielding individual. Annoyed at the thought of being stabbed, Joe hurls the man through a wall and into a nearby car. A little girl is standing nearby and witnesses everything. After she grills Joe with questions, another lawbreaker pulls the pin out of a grenade and tosses it at Joe’s feet. Joe picks up the girl and uses a car to shield her from the blast.
In the new Samaritan clip, Joe gets attacked in an alleyway by a knife-wielding individual. Annoyed at the thought of being stabbed, Joe hurls the man through a wall and into a nearby car. A little girl is standing nearby and witnesses everything. After she grills Joe with questions, another lawbreaker pulls the pin out of a grenade and tosses it at Joe’s feet. Joe picks up the girl and uses a car to shield her from the blast.
- 8/22/2022
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Actor and producer of the Prime video superhero feature, Sylvester Stallone takes on the role of Mr. Smith in the movie which sees’ thirteen-year-old Sam Cleary (Javon “Wanna” Walton) suspecting that his mysterious and reclusive neighbour Mr. Smith (Sylvester Stallone) is actually a legend hiding in plain sight.
Twenty-five years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbour out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
During the press tour for his latest movie, Stallone took time out to sit down for a press conference to reveal all of his dabble into the superhero genre.
Twenty-five years ago, Granite City’s super-powered vigilante, Samaritan, was reported dead after a fiery warehouse battle with his rival, Nemesis. Most believe Samaritan perished in the fire, but some in the city, like Sam, have hope that he is still alive. With crime on the rise and the city on the brink of chaos, Sam makes it his mission to coax his neighbour out of hiding to save the city from ruin.
During the press tour for his latest movie, Stallone took time out to sit down for a press conference to reveal all of his dabble into the superhero genre.
- 8/22/2022
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
"Rick and Morty" is a series that thrives on introducing memorable one-off characters every episode. The season 5 premiere, "Mort Dinner Rick Andre," featured one of the most memorable yet: Mr. Nimbus, ruler of Atlantis and Rick's nemesis. Even though Rick treats their rivalry with embarrassment, Nimbus is the first character he's genuinely afraid of.
Voiced by series co-creator Dan Harmon, Nimbus is flamboyant and promiscuous, with a fondness for pelvic thrusts and referring to himself in the third person. He's also super-powered, being able to control water, sea life, and, somehow, the police. During the episode, Nimbus stops by the Smith house to negotiate a peace treaty to his feud with "Richard." Nimbus ends the episode as one of the only characters to have triumphed over Rick, sending him to jail while he has a one-night stand with Beth and Jerry.
Both "Mort Dinner Rick Andre" writer Jeff Loveness and...
Voiced by series co-creator Dan Harmon, Nimbus is flamboyant and promiscuous, with a fondness for pelvic thrusts and referring to himself in the third person. He's also super-powered, being able to control water, sea life, and, somehow, the police. During the episode, Nimbus stops by the Smith house to negotiate a peace treaty to his feud with "Richard." Nimbus ends the episode as one of the only characters to have triumphed over Rick, sending him to jail while he has a one-night stand with Beth and Jerry.
Both "Mort Dinner Rick Andre" writer Jeff Loveness and...
- 8/21/2022
- by Devin Meenan
- Slash Film
In this, Chaplin is less of the buffoon and more of the actor. But his comedy is all there and there is not a dull moment once the comedian comes into the picture, which is along about the middle of the first reel.
Introduced as ‘a picture with a smile – perhaps a tear’, it proves itself just that. For while it will move people to uproarious laughter and keep them in a state of uneasing delight, it also will touch their hearts and win sympathy, not only for the star, but for his leading woman, and little Jackie Coogan.
There are characteristic ‘Chaplin touches’. A fine instance of imagination is where he dreams of Heaven. His slum alley is transformed into a bit of Paradise, with everybody – including his Nemesis, the cop, and a big bully who had wrecked a brick wall and bent a lamppost swinging at Charlie – turned into angels.
Introduced as ‘a picture with a smile – perhaps a tear’, it proves itself just that. For while it will move people to uproarious laughter and keep them in a state of uneasing delight, it also will touch their hearts and win sympathy, not only for the star, but for his leading woman, and little Jackie Coogan.
There are characteristic ‘Chaplin touches’. A fine instance of imagination is where he dreams of Heaven. His slum alley is transformed into a bit of Paradise, with everybody – including his Nemesis, the cop, and a big bully who had wrecked a brick wall and bent a lamppost swinging at Charlie – turned into angels.
- 1/1/1921
- by Variety Staff
- Variety Film + TV
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