From Lumon to the IMF with Tramell Tillman of ‘Mission: Impossible’

May 23, 2025May 28, 2025 Mike Manalo

In just a few short years, Trammell Tillman has shimmied his way to the top! The star of Severance made a heck of a name for himself as the incomparable Seth Milchick on the Emmy-nominated phenomenon, and has proven himself to be one of the finest actors working in streaming today. Now it’s time for Mr. Milchick to be promoted from severed floor manager to Commander!

Interview, Movies

A ‘Final Reckoning’ with the Stars of ‘Mission: Impossible’

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 Mike Manalo

We are on to the final mission, everyone! Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning hits theaters this week. And we were fortunate enough to chat with the cast of the long-awaited next (and final?) installment in the hit spy franchise. Earlier this week, we brought you our interviews with Angela Bassett and Hayley Atwell! And today we’re happy to bring you our conversations with Pom Klementieff, Greg Tarzan Davis, and Simon Pegg!

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Achieving the ‘Impossible’ with Angela Bassett and Hayley Atwell of ‘The Final Reckoning’

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 Mike Manalo

The fuse is lit, and the mission is on! Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is exploding into theaters this week. And to celebrate we were given the opportunity to chat with the cast of the long awaited next (and final?) installment in the adventures of Ethan Hunt. First up, our interviews with Oscar-nominee and legend, Angela Bassett, and MCU mainstay turned IMF mainstay, Hayley Atwell!

Movies, Trailers

The Final Mission Begins in New ‘Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning’ Trailer

April 7, 2025April 7, 2025 Mike Manalo

The Mission: Impossible films have given us so much, and never asked for anything in return other than for our jaws to drop. And drop they have, just as fast and far as Tom Cruise does whenever he’s filming a big stunt. The films are a love letter to the magic of practical stunt work, and the power of fun, escapist popcorn cinema at its finest. Now the countdown begins for what is rumored to be Cruise’s final bow as the incomparable Ethan Hunt, with Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning!

Interview, Movies

The Cast of ‘Black Bag’ on Why Spy Movies Never Go Out of Style

March 13, 2025 Kelly Martinez

From James Bond movies to Spy Kids to Netflix’s The Recruit, audiences of all ages and backgrounds have always been fascinated by the world of espionage. While some genres have waned in popularity over the years (westerns, for instance), spy films and shows never really seem to go out of style.

Movies, Trailers

Prepare for ‘The Final Reckoning’ with the New ‘Mission: Impossible’ Teaser

November 11, 2024November 11, 2024 Mike Manalo

We have had to wait quite a bit of time for the second part of Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part 1 to come out. At long last, though, we finally have a trailer for the epic conclusion in Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning!

Movies, Reviews

NOC Review: ‘Argylle’ is a Lot of Silly Fun… Until it Isn’t

January 31, 2024February 1, 2024 Mike Manalo

Matthew Vaughn is a talented filmmaker. For those keeping score, this is a director/writer who has done some of his best work subverting convention with terrific films like Kick-Ass and Kingsman, and bringing out humanity in the fantastical, such as X-Men: First Class and Stardust.

Movies, Reviews

NOC Review: ‘Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One’ is a Non-Stop Thrill Ride

July 5, 2023August 9, 2023 Mike Manalo

Franchise resurrection. That’s a feat in Hollywood rarely ever achieved by most franchises, outside of, perhaps, Fast and Furious. Much like that movie series, there was a time when the Mission: Impossible faced the relative threat of extinction. But suddenly, it came skyrocketing back in 2010, with Ghost Protocol and the insane stunt work of its maestro, actor and star, Tom Cruise.

Movies, Trailers

Choose to Accept the Latest Trailer for ‘Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One’

May 17, 2023May 18, 2023 Mike Manalo

Tom Cruise is flying high off of Top Gun: Maverick; the movie that saved Hollywood’s box office… after Shang Chi, Venom 2, and Spider-Man: No Way Home also saved Hollywood’s box office! Nevertheless, the one thing we know about Cruise is he brings the quality, the excitement, and the commitment to all his projects. And because of this, the Mission: Impossible franchise has just gotten better and better with each installment. Now we have the latest trailer for this summer’s Mission: Impossible — Dead Reckoning Part One. And it looks as astonishing as ever!

Movies, Streaming

Watch the New Trailer for Netflix’s ‘Red Notice’

October 21, 2021October 21, 2021 Sophia Soto

Netflix has shared the official trailer for Red Notice as well as multiple new posters! The film stars Dwayne Johnson, Gal Gadot, and Ryan Reynolds. Rawson Marshall Thurber serves as director and writer. Red Notice will be released in select theaters November 5 and begin streaming November 12 on Netflix.

Interview, Movies

Making 007 Look Good with Costume Designer Suttirat Anne Larlarb

October 11, 2021October 11, 2021 Mike Manalo

With No Time to Die firing up the box office, Bond is indeed back with style. And for a 60 year beloved franchise known for its good looks, that style is everything. The look of the 007 franchise has been hugely influential on pop culture as we know it today. And for every iteration of such a legendary franchise, the challenge becomes how to make 60 years worth of style look continuously fresh with every film. That’s where famed costume designer, Suttirat Anne Larlarb comes into the picture!

Interview, Movies

Rami Malek on Reinventing the Bond Villain in ‘No Time to Die’

October 8, 2021 Mike Manalo

No Time to Die is finally here! All week long we’ve been counting down to the release of the movie with interviews with the cast and director, so thank you folks for sticking with us! We’ve been fortunate enough to be graced by the presences of Cary Fukunaga, Jeffrey Wright and Billy Magnussen, Lea Seydoux, and Lashana Lynch! But, as is the case with all Bond villains, we’ve saved the most devious reveal for last! We had a chance to talk to Safin himself – the incredible Oscar and Emmy winning actor, Rami Malek!

Movies

Watch the New Trailer for New Espionage Thriller, ‘The 355’

October 8, 2021October 12, 2021 Sophia Soto

The 355 is directed by Simon Kinberg with screenplay by Theresa Rebeck and Kinberg, from a story by Rebeck. The espionage thriller stars Jessica Chastain, Penélope Cruz, Bingbing Fan, Diane Kruger, Lupita Nyong’o, Édgar Ramirez, and Sebastian Stan. The 355 will be released in theaters on January 7.

Interview, Movies

Lashana Lynch on Being the First Black, Female 007 in ‘No Time to Die’

October 7, 2021October 8, 2021 Mike Manalo

One day more, until No Time to Die hits theaters everyone! And our final two interviews for 007 week are incredible! Today, I’m pleased to announce we are unveiling our interview with Lashana Lynch, who plays Nomi the first woman of color to inherit the mantle of 007!

Interview, Movies

Lea Seydoux from ‘No Time to Die’ on the History of the Bond Girl

October 6, 2021October 8, 2021 Mike Manalo

James Bond will return in two more days! All this week, we’ve been counting down to Daniel Craig’s final appearance as 007 in No Time to Die, hitting theaters this Friday. And as part of the countdown, we’ve revealed our interviews with stars Jeffrey Wright and Billy Magnussen, and director Cary Fukanaga. Today we would like to reveal our interview with leading lady, Lea Seydoux!

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Jeffrey Wright and Billy Magnussen Discuss Their Characters in ‘No Time to Die’

October 5, 2021October 8, 2021 Mike Manalo

The 007 countdown continues! To commemorate the release of the final Daniel Craig 007 film, No Time to Die, we are delighted to share a series of interviews with the film’s ever talented cast and crew. Yesterday we shared with you our discussion with director Cary Fukunaga. Today we’re sitting down with 007 veteran, and brilliant actor overall, Jeffrey Wright, and new to the 007 franchise (but no less brilliant) Billy Magnussen.

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‘No Time to Die’ Director Cary Fukunaga Takes on the 007 Legacy

October 4, 2021October 8, 2021 Mike Manalo

It’s 007 week here at The Nerds of Color, folks! I’ve already raved about the film in our NOC Review last week. But to countdown to the release of Daniel Craig’s triumphant finale as Bond, James Bond, we are releasing one interview a day with the folks who brought us the stunning conclusion to the the Craig era of 007!

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NOC Review: ‘No Time to Die’ is Capital Closure for Craig

September 29, 2021September 29, 2021 Mike Manalo

It’s a bittersweet experience walking into the final installment of a film franchise you’ve enjoyed for 15 years. Something about the finality of a series you’ve seen grow and develop over the years hits you in the feels. Yes, I know Bond’s been around for close to 60 years. And yes, I grew up watching Bond movies like everyone else. I was nine when Goldeneye came out, and saw all of the Brosnan films as well when they hit theaters too. But to be honest those just didn’t register on any emotional level for me. I simply didn’t care about the character or the franchise unless I was playing as him on N64. That was until Daniel Craig came along.

Movies, Trailers

Bond is Back in the Final Trailer for ‘No Time To Die’

August 31, 2021September 13, 2022 Mike Manalo

It’s a fine day for trailers, folks! In addition to this morning’s surprise drop of the next future horror classic from James Wan, we’re now being treated to the final trailer for the Daniel Craig’s last ride as 007, No Time To Die!

Comics, Movies

New Special Look at ‘The King’s Man’ Debuts

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 Mike Manalo

Ever wonder about how the top-secret British intelligence organization known as Kingsman came to be? This December, wonder no longer! Long before the days of Harry, Eggsy, and Merlin, the world was plagued by the worst evil masterminds and tyrants. And in that chaos, an agency rose to the occasion to stop them all! This is the story of The King’s Man!

Movies, News

The Trailer for ‘Cliff Walkers’ is Here

April 13, 2021April 13, 2021 Patrick Strange

Feast your eyes on the official English trailer for director Zhang Yimou’s (Raise The Red Lantern, The Great Wall, Shadow) historical spy thriller Cliff Walkers, which will be released in theaters on April 30, 2021! Cliff Walkers follows four Chinese special agents who embark on a secret mission in the 1930s puppet state of Manchukuo. After being sold out by a traitor, the team find themselves surrounded by threats on all sides. Cliff Walkers stars Zhang Yi (Operation Red Sea), Yu Hewei (I am Not Madame Bovary), Qin Hailu (The Pluto Moment), and Zhu Yawen (The Captain, The Witness).

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Check Out the Poster for ‘Cliff Walkers’

April 8, 2021April 8, 2021 Patrick Strange

We recently received the official poster for the upcoming CMC Pictures film Cliff Walkers, which will bring director Zhang Yimou’s (Raise the Red Lantern) historical spy thriller Cliff Walkers to theaters across North America and internationally on April 30. Marking the acclaimed director’s first foray into the spy genre, Cliff Walkers follows four Chinese special agents who embark on a secret mission in the 1930s puppet state of Manchukuo. After being sold out by a traitor, the team find themselves surrounded by threats on all sides. Cliff Walkers stars Zhang Yi (Operation Red Sea), Yu Hewei (I am Not Madame Bovary), Qin Hailu (The Pluto Moment), and Zhu Yawen (The Captain, The Witness).

Animation, Movies

‘Spies in Disguise’ Directors Knew They Wanted Will Smith from the Start

December 24, 2019December 25, 2019 Laura Sirikul

Spies in Disguise opens in theaters this week and stars Will Smith as famous super-spy Lance Sterling who turns into a pigeon when he accidentally ingests a ‘biodynamic concealment’ invention by young scientist Walter Beckett (Tom Holland). Now, Lance Sterling must find a way to stop a cybernetic villain from destroying the world as a small creature.

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