Mason Thames and Madeline McGraw Answer the Call of ‘The Black Phone’

June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 Mike Manalo

The best ghost story to hit the big screen since The Sixth Sense is calling this week. And to commemorate the release of one of the best films this year, we had the chance to talk about The Black Phone with the stars of the film, Mason Thames and Madeline McGraw. To see what these rising stars had to say about the thrills, chills, and spills of the new movie, check out our interview here.

Horror, Interview, Movies2 Comments

Ethan Hawke on Creating a New Horror Icon in ‘The Black Phone’

June 20, 2022June 20, 2022 Mike Manalo

Four-time Academy Award nominated actor, Ethan Hawke, is no stranger to the horror game. In fact, some of his most memorable turns came from two of the biggest hits Blumhouse has ever seen: The Purge and Sinister. Nearly a decade since both, and Hawke is back in the genre, teaming up with the mega-horror studio again. However, this time, things are different. Because unlike his previous horror works, in The Black Phone, Hawke is the horror!

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NOC Review: ‘The Black Phone’ is the Best Modern Ghost Story Since ‘The Sixth Sense’

June 10, 2022June 10, 2022 Mike Manalo

This will be a weird way to start a review, but there’s a part of me that’s mixed on how I feel about Scott Derrickson and C. Robert Cargill departing Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. On one hand, though I enjoyed the Marvel Studios romp, I can’t help but wonder how much better it would have been if they had stayed on board to write and direct. On the other, and most importantly, I’m glad they were able to leave, because it meant that we got The Black Phone — honestly one of my favorite movies this year so far!

Movies, News

New Poster and Trailer for Jo Koy’s ‘Easter Sunday’

May 5, 2022May 5, 2022 Mike Manalo

Easter is coming this August, folks! And by that I mean, Easter Sunday! For someone like me, who is Filipino American, this is a really, incredibly special moment. We now actually have a major studio financed and distributed wide release centering on a Filipino family.

Horror, Movies

New Trailer for ‘The Black Phone’ Dials Up the Scares

April 26, 2022April 26, 2022 Mike Manalo

Today, Universal released the latest trailer for Scott Derrickson’s latest horror thriller, The Black Phone. The new film features a shockingly unsettling performance from Ethan Hawke as “the year of villain Hawke” continues (witness his terrific performance as Arthur Harrow in Moon Knight for more)! Click here for more.

Animation, Movies

Watch the Official Trailer for ‘Puss in Boots: The Last Wish’

March 15, 2022March 15, 2022 Sophia Soto

After first appearing in Shrek 2, Puss in Boots is returning for another adventure! Antonio Banderas will once again voice the character and this time be joined by Salma Hayek, Olivia Colman, Harvey Guillén, Samson Kayo, Wagner Moura, Anthony Mendez, John Mulaney, Florence Pugh, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, and Ray Winstone. Puss in Boots: The Last Wish will be released in theaters on September 23.

Horror, Movies

New Poster for Jordan Peele’s ‘Nope’ Has Us Saying ‘Neigh’

March 2, 2022March 2, 2022 Mike Manalo

Please forgive me. I couldn’t resist. Universal just released a new poster for their horror Summer tentpole, from the mind of Jordan Peele, Nope. And the movie continues to look bonkers!

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‘Nope’ Trailer Teases Jordan Peele’s Latest Scares from Above the Clouds

February 13, 2022February 13, 2022 Michael Lee

Universal Pictures has released the first trailer for Jordan Peele’s Nope. Peele promises to bring a new kind of pop nightmare to the expansive horror genre for his third directorial effort. Though the trailer doesn’t reveal too much about the plot, we can only assume that the kite string attached to the dark cloud that hovers above the dusty California gulch means doom for all those underneath it.

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‘Jurassic World Dominion’ Brings the Original Gang Back Together

February 10, 2022February 10, 2022 Michael Lee

Jurassic World Dominion promises to be the epic conclusion to the commercially successful reboot trilogy launched in 2015 by Colin Trevorrow. While Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom may have been a lukewarm sequel, it set the stage for something much bigger. Because the finale unites two generations of the Jurassic era for the first time in the film franchise’s history.

Horror, Movies

Watch the New Trailer for Universal Pictures’ ‘Firestarter’

February 9, 2022February 10, 2022 Sophia Soto

The trailer for a new adaptation of Stephen King’s classic thriller Firestarter has been released! The cast includes Zac Efron, Ryan Kiera Armstrong, Sydney Lemmon, Kurtwood Smith, John Beasley, Michael Greyeyes, and Gloria Reuben. The film, which is directed by Keith Thomas and comes from the producers of The Invisible Man, will premiere in theaters and be available to stream on Peacock starting May 13.

Interview, Movies

Lupita Nyong’o on Keeping It Together as Cyber Expert in ‘The 355’

January 6, 2022January 9, 2022 Laura Sirikul

Lupita Nyong’o is not a stranger to action. She’s fought zombies in Little Monsters and dominated Marvel screens as the Wakandan warrior spy Nakia in Black Panther. Now, in this week’s release of the film The 355, Nyong’o is joining an international team of secret agents to stop a powerful weapon from falling into the wrong hands.

Animation, Interview, Movies

Comedian Nick Kroll on Returning for Illumination’s ‘Sing 2’

December 22, 2021 Sophia Soto

Nick Kroll is back as the voice of Gunter in Illumination’s Sing 2. The film, which is a sequel to Sing, combines dozens of classic rock and pop hit songs, electrifying performances, and breathtaking artistry. Sing 2 is in theaters on December 22!

Animation, Interview, Movies

Pop Star Tori Kelly Talks All Things ‘Sing 2’

December 21, 2021 Sophia Soto

Tori Kelly reprises her role as Meena in Illumination’s Sing 2. The film, which is a sequel to Sing, combines dozens of classic rock and pop hit songs, electrifying performances, and breathtaking artistry. Sing 2 hits theaters on December 22!

Horror, Movies

Spending ‘Last Night in Soho’ with Edgar Wright and Krysty Wilson-Cairns

November 5, 2021November 3, 2021 Mike Manalo

If you have not seen Edgar Wright and Krysty Wilson-Cairns’ Last Night in Soho yet, don’t sleep on it! It is a profound, and beautifully constructed indictment of toxic masculinity that features fantastic performances, and stunning imagery and music. Recently, we were given the opportunity to attend a roundtable with the duo behind the film, along with other members of the press as well.

Movies, Music, Theatre

Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande to Star in Movie Adaptation of Broadway’s ‘Wicked’

November 4, 2021November 5, 2021 Laura Sirikul

Wicked, Universal Pictures’ film adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical, has found Elphaba and Glinda in Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande, respectively. The film adaptation is being helmed by In the Heights director Jon M. Chu.

Horror, Interview, Movies

NOC Interview: ‘Last Night in Soho’ with Thomasin McKenzie

October 29, 2021 Mike Manalo

Edgar Wright’s latest masterpiece, Last Night in Soho, is now scaring up theaters! It is a fanciful and beautifully crafted film, that serves as a stunning indictment to toxic masculinity, and the trauma it can cause women. Thankfully, the film … Continue reading NOC Interview: ‘Last Night in Soho’ with Thomasin McKenzie

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!

Horror, Movies

Evil Dies Tonight: ‘Halloween Kills’ Shares New ‘Look Inside’

October 7, 2021October 8, 2021 Jamal Michel

Jamie Lee Curtis assures us that Halloween Kills, the upcoming installment to the iconic Michael Myers and Laurie Strode saga, is a very different movie. In the new featurette from Universal Pictures, director David Gordon Green (Halloween, 2018) talks about raising the stakes with the franchise’s newest film, promising a “bigger, badder, nastier” version of the story we’ve known the last four decades.

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.