Author: Matt Conway

One of the most 80s films is Predator. Directed by Die Hard’s John McTiernan and featuring iconic action heroes like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Carl Weathers, and Jesse Ventura, the film mixes action, science fiction, and horror into one wildly entertaining package. It’s crazy to think that 80’s icon Jean-Claude Van Damme also could’ve been Predator, once being cast to play the titular role as the alien hunter. This “what if” is one that Van Damme has rarely discussed…until now. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the action star opens up about why he left the project and the dangers the role placed him in. “I came…

Featuring the talents of Interview with a Vampire’s Niel Jordan behind the camera and Oscar nominee Isabelle Huppert in front of it, many would expect Greta to be a film of significant stature. Instead, its acclaimed group trades their usually weighty material for B-movie camp, crafting an assured thriller that packs some wild surprises under its surface. Greta follows Frances, a girl living in New York trying to get over the recent loss of her mother. After returning a missing purse to a friendly woman named Greta, the two begin to form a genuine bond. Frances soon learns however that all isn’t what it seems with…

Mads Mikkelsen has been type-casted in most mainstream films as a villain, such as Doctor Strange and Casino Royale. I’ve always found that to be a shame, as it undercuts the vast talent and humanity Mikkelsen imbues into roles. His latest film Arctic puts his talents on full display, leading to a quiet yet captivating survival film. Arctic follows Overgard, a pilot stranded in the Arctic after an airplane crash. In order to survive, he must ditch his make-shift home base to make a lengthy trek towards civilization. Arctic’s tale of survival doesn’t break the mold of its genre, but it does provide for an engaging and refreshingly…

Tom Cruise has had a plethora of iconic films, but arguably one of the most surprising was Edge of Tomorrow. Based off of All You Need is Kill, the seemingly routine film surprised audiences when it hit theaters, packing a plethora of inventive twists on the blockbuster genre. It may not have had a lengthy box office run, but it gained a strong cult following along with great reviews to make a noteworthy impression. While it has been a wait since the 2014 film was released, plans for the sequel are finally getting underway. Deadline announced that Warner Brothers has tapped Matthew Robinson…

While wrestlers have had a presence in Hollywood in the past, we are in the golden age of sorts for wrestlers work in the entertainment industry. Both John Cena and Dwayne Johnson have gone from wrestlers to megastars, starring in blockbuster films like Bumblebee and Hobbs and Shaw. Dave Bautista has also had significant success, shinning in supporting roles while continuing to build an interesting resume of films. Bautista’s star continues to rise but appears to be far more focused on improving his craft rather than being a star. In an interview with the Tampa Bay Times, Bautista discussed his desire to become…

Aquaman’s critical and financial success may be the victory DC needed to kickstart their cinematic landscape. With two confirmed winning properties (Wonder Woman), DC finally has the groundwork of something stable, allowing them to expand their scope without having to conquer the world. The comic studio now has many upcoming projects, including The Batman, Wonder Woman: 1984, and obviously Aquaman 2. Speaking of Aquaman 2, a lot of interest has been built towards this sequel considering the original’s success. The film still appears a long ways away though, as Deadline announced that the film is officially set to hit theaters December 16, 2022, with the superhero flicked…

From the team of Adam Sandler and Samurai Jack creator Genndy Tartakovsky, Hotel Transylvania went from an intriguing idea of monsters comically running a hotel to an extremely profitable film series. The series only continues to grow in popularity too, as last summer’s Hotel Transylvania 3 became Sony’s most profitable animated film with a 500 million dollar worldwide total. With the third entries success, it’s no surprise that Sony is already laying the groundwork for Hotel Transylvania 4.  While there is still no word has what the film will detail of, Deadline has announced that the film is scheduled to hit theaters on Christmas 2021. That…

One of the most anticipated and intriguing releases of the summer is Detective Pikachu. The film is the live-action debut of the Pokemon Universe, starring Deadpool’s Ryan Reynolds in the iconic role of Pikachu. Pokemon fans and audiences alike have been intrigued by the movie’s mix of comedy and mystery shown in early trailers. While audiences still have quite some time to wait until the film’s May release, they can at least get a better picture of the movie from its latest trailer. Check out the new official Detective Pikachu trailer along with the film’s official synopsis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bILE5BEyhdo The story begins when ace private…

January is known as a dumpster fire for movies, especially horror releases, as The Bye Bye Man and Insidious: The Last Key have shown over the years. This fact is a big reason why Escape Room was such a pleasant surprise when it was released this year. Featuring a creative spin on the Saw formula, the film entertained due to is creative “escape room” set-ups and stylish filmmaking. After earning an impressive 118 million worldwide on a 9 million dollar budget, Sony is beginning to lay the groundwork for a sequel. Simply titled Escape Room 2, Sony has set the film for an April 17, 2020 release date, with director…

Despite a theatrical release date and distribution being unknown, 3 From Hell continues to be one of the most discussed new releases of 2019. Rob Zombie’s unique talents and perspective as a filmmaker always makes his horror releases particularly fascinating to see. While his resume is certainly hit or miss, audiences can find loads to appreciate in all of his films. While audiences are still eager awaiting to see some footage, Zombie continues to drop new bits of information about his follow-up to The Devil’s Rejects. Zombie recently revealed via one of the possibly many cameos to come in 3 From Hell.  “Recognize this man?…