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Jon Bernthal on potential Punisher return: “I’m only interested in doing it right”

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Ever since Netflix pulled the plug on its various Marvel shows, there have been consistent rumours claiming that Marvel Studios could be looking to incorporate The Defenders into the Marvel Cinematic Universe proper, and with Kevin Feige confirming today that Daredevil star Charlie Cox is indeed set to continue as the Man Without Fear, the […]

Movie Review – King Richard (2021)

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King Richard, 2021.Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green. Starring Will Smith, Demi Singleton, Saniyya Sidney, Aunjanue Ellis, Jon Bernthal, Tony Goldwyn, Susie Abromeit, Dylan McDermott, Judith Chapman, Katrina Begin, Erin Cummings, Andy Bean, Kevin Dunn, Craig Tate, Calvin Clausell Jr., Noah Bean, Vaughn W. Hebron, and Chet Grissom.SYNOPSIS:A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena […]

Sandra Bullock is an ex-con seeking redemption in The Unforgivable trailer

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Following yesterday’s teaser, Netflix has released the first trailer for the upcoming drama The Unforgivable. Directed by, Nora Fingscheidt, the film stars Sandra Bullock as Ruth Slater, a woman recently released from prison after serving a 20 year sentence for a violent crime who is struggling to re-enter society while searching for her estranged sister. […]

57th Chicago International Film Festival Capsule Review – King Richard

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King Richard, 2021.Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green. Starring Will Smith, Demi Singleton, Saniyya Sidney, Aunjanue Ellis, Jon Bernthal, Tony Goldwyn, Susie Abromeit, Dylan McDermott, Judith Chapman, Katrina Begin, Erin Cummings, Andy Bean, Kevin Dunn, Craig Tate, Calvin Clausell Jr., Noah Bean, Vaughn W. Hebron, and Chet Grissom.SYNOPSIS:A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena […]

2021 BFI London Film Festival Review – King Richard

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King Richard, 2021.Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green. Starring Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, Demi Singleton and Jon Bernthal.SYNOPSIS:The story of the Williams sisters, and the father who helped to position them for tennis superstardom.Sporting underdog stories are ten a penny, but they seldom come as enormous as the tale of the Williams sisters – […]

New trailer for King Richard starring Will Smith

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Ahead of its theatrical release this November, Warner Bros, has revealed a new trailer for King Richard, the biographical drama from director Reinaldo Marcus Green which follows the journey of Richard Williams (Will Smith) as he raises daughters, the gifted tennis players Venus and Serena Williams; watch it here…SEE ALSO: Read our ★★★★ review of […]

2021 BFI London Film Festival Review – King Richard

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King Richard, 2021Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green Starring Will Smith, Jon Bernthal, Tony Goldwyn, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, Demi Singleton, Mikayla Lashae Bartholomew, Layla Crawford, Daniele Lawson, Christopher Wallinger and Chase Del ReySYNOPSIS:A look at how tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams became who they are after the coaching from their father Richard Williams.Following his […]

Jon Bernthal on potential Punisher return, Wolverine fan castings

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While there’s been many rumours over the past couple years that the stars of Netflix’s Marvel series could be set to make their return as part of Marvel Studios’ MCU proper, so far talk of Charlie Cox popping up in Spider-Man: No Way Home and Krysten Ritter appearing in She-Hulk remain just that – rumours. […]

Movie Review – The Many Saints of Newark (2021)

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The Many Saints of Newark, 2021.Directed by Alan Taylor. Starring Alessandro Nivola, Michael Gandolfini, Ray Liotta, Jon Bernthal, Vera Farmiga, Corey Stoll, Billy Magnussen, John Magaro, Leslie Odom Jr., Michela De Rossi, Joey Diaz, William Ludwig, Matteo Russo, Spenser Granese, Phyllis Pastore, Danny Schoch, Rob Coletti, Chase Vacnin, Nick Vallelonga, Lesli Margherita, Gabriella Piazza, Samson […]

Movie Review – Small Engine Repair (2021)

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Small Engine Repair, 2021.Directed by John Pollono. Starring Jon Bernthal, Shea Whigham, Ciara Bravo, John Pollono, Spencer House, Jordana Spiro, Josh Helman and Jay Bulger.SYNOPSIS:Frankie (John Pollono), Swaino (Jon Bernthal) and Packie (Shea Whigham) have known each other a lifetime. Frankie’s daughter Crystal (Ciara Bravo) makes that bond stronger than blood, meaning there is nothing […]