Perfect Blue, 1997. Directed by Satoshi Kon. Featuring the voice talents of Junko Iwao, Rica Matsumoto, Shinpachi Tsuji, Masaaki Ôkura, Yôsuke Akimoto, Yoku Shioya, and Hideyuki Hori. SYNOPSIS: Pop star Mima decides to retire from her days as a member of the girl-band CHAM! to pursue an acting career, a decision that is met with hostility from her devoted […]
The Pick of the Flicks Podcast #12 – Den of Geek founder Simon Brew on Field of Dreams
On The Pick of the Flicks Podcast, a different guest drops in every week to chat about their favourite movie. This week, Den of Geek founder and Film Stories podcast host Simon Brew stops by to discuss baseball classic Field of Dreams… This week, the founder of Den of Geek and host of the Film […]
Sandra Bullock navigates a post-apocalyptic world in first Bird Box trailer
Netflix has debuted the first poster and trailer for the post-apocalyptic thriller Bird Box. Directed by Susanne Bier, the film sees Sandra Bullock leading a cast that includes Trevante Rhodes, Sarah Paulson, John Malkovich, Jacki Weaver, Rosa Salazar, Danielle Macdonald, Lil Rel Howery, Tom Hollander, Colson Baker, BD Wong; take a look here… When a mysterious force decimates […]
LeBron James producing Friday the 13th reboot
Given the box office performance of Halloween – which debuted this past weekend with the second-biggest opening for an R-rated horror – it will come as little surprise to hear that Hollywood is looking to capitalise by dusting off its other old slash properties. What may come as a little surprise however is NBA superstar […]
Trailer for The Flash Season 5 Episode 4 – ‘News Flash’
Earlier today we got a batch of promo images, and now The CW has released a trailer for next Tuesday’s fourth episode of The Flash season 5, ‘News Flash’, which you can watch here… SEE ALSO: The Flash Season 5 Episode 3 Review – ‘The Death of Vibe’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a5MIejZpQtA NORA IS TARGETED BY A DANGEROUS […]
Daredevil Season 3 Episode 6 Review – ‘The Devil You Know’
Martin Carr reviews the sixth episode of Daredevil season 3… Camerawork and sound design continue playing a major part in defining season three of this Marvel-Netflix joint venture. Spiralling psychological states, whispered reminiscences and a sense of claustrophobia all feed into this mid-way point. With factions branching off which see Foggy and Karen in one […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Brian De Palma
Tom Jolliffe begins a series of features focused on iconic directors. Those whose work has influenced many younger directors who have followed them. First up is Brian De Palma… The 70’s saw a group of exceptional directors coming to the forefront of cinema. It’s an era where I could all too easily cover Martin Scorsese, […]
Bullseye actor discusses his character’s backstory in Daredevil season 3
Wilson Bethel, who plays Benjamin Poindexter/Bullseye in Daredevil season three, has discussed his character’s backstory. One of the most anticipated components of Netflix’s third season of Daredevil was the introduction of Matt’s infamous foe Bullseye. Luckily, the villain didn’t disappoint, providing fans with many memorable moments throughout the season. Bullseye is played by Wilson Bethel […]
Trailer for Black Lightning Season 2 Episode 4 – ‘The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak’
The CW has released a trailer for next week’s fourth episode of Black Lightning season 2, entitled ‘The Book of Consequences: Chapter Four: Translucent Freak’; watch it here… https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZNlxlVb9gpA Jefferson Pierce is a man wrestling with a secret. Nine years ago, Pierce was gifted with the superhuman power to harness and control electricity, which he used […]
Rick’s Walking Dead exit confirmed for episode 5 of season 9
Back in May it was announced that Andrew Lincoln is set to exit The Walking Dead after nine seasons in the role of Rick Grimes, and now – in what we presume is an effort to halt this season’s dramatic ratings decline – the official Twitter account has revealed that Rick has just two episodes […]
