MoviePass, MovieCrash

MoviePass, MovieCrash is a 2024 documentary film directed by Muta’Ali. It explores the rise and fall of movie subscription service, MoviePass. It had its world premiere at South by Southwest on March 9, 2024.

"MoviePass, MovieCrash" chronicles the origin story, meteoric rise and stranger-than-fiction implosion of the theatrical movie subscription app, MoviePass, as told through the eyes of the visionary co-founders. The film details the unique challenges they faced in building the pop culture phenomenon, only to eventually find themselves cast aside, watching from the sidelines, as new executives seized control and havoc ensued.

MoviePass, MovieCrash is set to debut May 29th, only on Max. Watch the official trailer below.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is a 2024 monster film directed by Adam Wingard. Produced by Legendary Pictures and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures, it is a sequel to Godzilla vs. Kong (2021), and the seventh installment and fifth film in the MonsterVerse. It is also the 38th film of the Godzilla franchise, the 13th film in the King Kong franchise, and the fifth Godzilla film to be completely produced by an American film studio. The film stars Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Dan Stevens, Kaylee Hottle, Alex Ferns, and Fala Chen. Hall, Henry, and Hottle reprise their roles from the previous film.

This latest entry follows up the explosive showdown of Godzilla vs. Kong with an all-new cinematic adventure, pitting the almighty Kong and the fearsome Godzilla against a colossal undiscovered threat hidden within our world, challenging their very existence – and our own. The epic new film will delve further into the histories of these Titans, their origins, and the mysteries of Skull Island and beyond while uncovering the mythic battle that helped forge these extraordinary beings and tied them to humankind forever.

Due to the box office and streaming success of Godzilla vs. Kong during the COVID-19 pandemic, Legendary announced a sequel in March 2022 and that filming would commence later in the year. In May 2022, it was announced that Wingard would return to direct and Stevens cast as the lead. Filming began in July 2022 in Gold Coast, Queensland, and finished in November 2022.

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire is set to debut in theaters March 29th, courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures. Watch the official trailers below.

In the Land of Saints and Sinners

In the Land of Saints and Sinners is a 2023 Irish action thriller film directed by Robert Lorenz (Trouble with the Curve) and written by Mark Michael McNally and Terry Loane. The film stars Liam Neeson (Schindler’s List, Batman Begins) in the lead role, alongside other Irish actors including Kerry Condon (Better Call Saul, The Banshees of Inisherin), Jack Gleeson (Game of Thrones), and Ciarán Hinds (There Will Be Blood, Belfast).

Other cast members include Desmond Eastwood, Conor MacNeill, Seamus O'Hara, Bernadette Carty, Manus Brennan, Niamh Cusack, Michelle Gleeson, Tim Landers, Mark O'Regan, Colm Meaney, Anne Brogan, Conor Hamill, Sarah Greene, Valentine Olukoga, Laura Hughes, Joe Gallagher, Mark Connolly, and James Sadat. This is Neeson's second collaboration with Lorenz after the 2021 film The Marksman (see our full review here). The film premiered at the 80th Venice International Film Festival on September 6, 2023.

Ireland, 1970s. Eager to leave his dark past behind, Finbar Murphy (Liam Neeson) leads a quiet life in the remote coastal town of Glencolmcille, far from the political violence that grips the rest of the country. But when a menacing crew of terrorists arrive, led by a ruthless woman named Doirean (Kerry Condon), Finbar is drawn into an increasingly vicious game of cat and mouse, forcing him to choose between exposing his secret identity or defending his friends and neighbors.

In the Land of Saints and Sinners is set to debut in theaters March 29th, courtesy of Samuel Goldwyn Films. Watch the official trailer below.

Asphalt City

Asphalt City is a 2023 crime drama thriller Jean-Stéphane Sauvaire, from a screenplay by Ben Mac Brown, Shannon Burke, and Ryan King. Vertical and Roadside Attractions co-acquired North American rights from Sculptor Media.

Young paramedic Ollie Cross (Tye Sheridan) is partnered with experienced medic Gene Rutkovsky (Sean Penn), who thrusts him into the harsh realities of New York’s inner-city streets. Amidst high crime rates, homelessness, and widespread drug use, Ollie finds his perspective on life and death beginning to shift.

The cast includes Tye Sheridan, Sean Penn, Gbenga Akkinagbe, Raquel Nave, Kali Reis, Michael C. Pitt, Katherine Waterston, and Mike Tyson.

Asphalt City is set to debut in theaters March 29th, courtesy of Vertical Entertainment. Watch the official trailer below.

The Listener

The Listener is a 2022 drama film directed by Steve Buscemi and written by Alessandro Camon. It stars Tessa Thompson in the film's only on-screen role as a helpline volunteer. The film premiered as the closing film of the Giornate Degli Autori section of the 2022 Venice International Film Festival on September 9, 2022. It also screened as part of the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival Industry Selects section.

Beth is a helpline volunteer – part of the small army that gets on the phone every night across America, fielding calls from all kinds of people feeling lonely, broken, hopeless. Eventually, Beth’s own story comes to light, revealing why she does it. All along we remain with her: listening, comforting, connecting – patching the world back together, one stitch at a time. 

The Listener is scheduled to be released in limited theaters March 29th, courtesy of Vertical Entertainment. Watch the official trailer below.

A Cat's Life

A Cat’s Life is a 2023 French family adventure drama directed by Guillaume Maïdatchevsky, from a screenplay by Maïdatchevsky, Michaël Souhaité, and Maurice Genevoix. Serving as producers on the film are Jean-Pierre Bailly and Stéphane Millière. The film has been dubbed in English for a theatrical release in the United States.

Clémence rescues a kitten in her Parisian attic, and names him Lou. They form an unbreakable bond. They venture to the countryside for her family's vacation, where Lou's curiosity leads to thrilling adventures in the woods. Amidst new friendships and dangers, Lou's journey unfolds, marking a transformation from a curious kitten to a brave and adventurous cat.

The cast includes Capucine Sainson-Fabresse, Corinne Masiero, and Lucie Laurent.

A Cat’s Life is set to debut in theaters March 29th, courtesy of Blue Fox Entertainment. Watch the official trailer below.

The Beautiful Game

The Beautiful Game is a 2024 British sports drama film directed by Thea Sharrock and written by Frank Cottrell-Boyce.

The squad of English homeless footballers, including the talented but troubled striker Vinny, are led by their coach Mal, to compete in Rome at the global annual football tournament, the Homeless World Cup.

The film stars Bill Nighy, Micheal Ward, Daniel Attwel, Tom Vaughan-Lawlor, Callum Scott Howells, Kit Young, and Sheyi Cole.

The Beautiful Game is scheduled to be released by Netflix on March 29th. Watch the official trailer below.

The Big Door Prize

The Big Door Prize is a comedy television series based on the book of the same name by M.O. Walsh.

A small town is forever changed when a mysterious machine appears, promising to reveal everyone's true potential; soon, residents start changing jobs, rethinking relationships and questioning long-held beliefs.

The cast includes Chris O'Dowd, Gabrielle Dennis, Josh Segarra, Ally Maki, and Damon Gupton.

The Big Door Prize is set to debut on Apple TV+ March 29th. Watch the official trailer below.

The Girl from Plainville

The Girl from Plainville is an 2022 drama miniseries based on true events created by Liz Hannah and Patrick Macmanus. A portion of the series made its debut at SXSW on March 12, 2022.

The true story of Michelle Carter's "texting-suicide" case, exploring her relationship with Conrad Roy III and the events leading up to his death, and, later, her conviction of involuntary manslaughter.

The cast includes Elle Fanning, Colton Ryan, Chloë Sevigny, Cara Buono, and Kai Lennox.

The Girl from Plainville is set to premiere on Hulu March 29th. Watch the official trailer below.

Dumbo

Director Tim Burton

Genre Family | Fantasy

Cast Eva Green, Colin Farrell, Michael Keaton, Danny DeVito

Rating PG

Release Date March 29th, 2019

“A young elephant, whose oversized ears enable him to fly, helps save a struggling circus, but when the circus plans a new venture, Dumbo and his friends discover dark secrets beneath its shiny veneer.”

Directed by the talented visionary Tim Burton, Dumbo is a live-action remake of the Walt Disney film Dumbo that first released in 1941. The film tells the story of a circus elephant named Dumbo who was ridiculed because of his enormous ears, but his luck changes when he befriends a mouse that helps him to reach his full potential. With Burton at the helm and the faith and bankroll of Disney backing the film, I absolutely expect this to be an instant hit. Check out the official trailers below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Dumbo:

• This is Tim Burton's first live-action remake of a Disney animated film. Alice in Wonderland (2010) is completely different from the 1950s Animated Film.

• Will Smith and Tom Hanks were approached for roles. Smith was interested but backed out to do Bad Boys for Life (2020) and would later sign on for Aladdin (2019). Hanks was courted for a villain role, but turned it down to film Greyhound (2019).

The Highwaymen

Director John Lee Hancock

Genre Crime | Drama | Mystery

Cast Kevin Costner, Woody Harrelson, Kathy Bates, Kim Dickens

Rating R

Release Date March 29th, 2019 (Netflix)

“A pair of police officers come out of retirement to catch the infamous outlaws Bonnie & Clyde.”

“The outlaws made headlines. The lawmen made history. From director John Lee Hancock (The Blind Side), THE HIGHWAYMEN follows the untold story of the legendary detectives who brought down Bonnie and Clyde. When the full force of the FBI and the latest forensic technology aren’t enough to capture the nation’s most notorious criminals, two former Texas Rangers (Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson) must rely on their gut instincts and old school skills to get the job done.”

From director John Lee Hancock (The Rookie, The Blind Side), The Highway men tells the story of a pair of police officers come out of retirement to catch the infamous outlaws Bonnie & Clyde. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ted Takes Film Facts, The Highwaymen:

• In 2013, Woody Harrelson was set to star alongside Liam Neeson, but Neeson left the project, and was replaced by Kevin Costner.

• The film was originally set up as a collaboration between 'Robert Redford' and 'Paul Newman', but due to Newman's death in 2008, Redford left the project.

Unplanned

Director Chuck Konzelman, Cary Solomon

Genre Drama

Cast Ashley Bratcher, Brooks Ryan, Robia Scott, Jared Lotz

Rating R

Release Date March 29th, 2019

“Abby Johnson becomes the youngest clinic director in the history of Planned Parenthood, then a life-changing experience turns her into an anti-abortion activist.”

“As one of the youngest Planned Parenthood clinic directors in the nation, Abby Johnson was involved in upwards of 22,000 abortions and counseled countless women on their reproductive choices. Her passion surrounding a woman’s right to choose led her to become a spokesperson for Planned Parenthood, fighting to enact legislation for the cause she so deeply believed in. Until the day she saw something that changed everything.”

Check out the official trailer for Unplanned below!!

Hanna

Genre Action | Drama

Cast Esme Creed-Miles, Mireille Enos, Joel Kinneman, Khalid Abdalla

Rating TV-14

Series Premiere March 29th, 2019 (Amazon Prime)

“In equal parts high-concept thriller and coming-of-age drama, HANNA follows the journey of an extraordinary young girl raised in the forest, as she evades the relentless pursuit of an off-book CIA agent and tries to unearth the truth behind who she is.”

From creator David Farr, Hannah is a drama thriller that tells the story of an extraordinary young girl raised in the forest, as she evades the relentless pursuit of an off-book CIA agent and tries to unearth the truth behind who she is. Farr also wrote the script for the 2011 film version of Hannah staring Saoirse Ronan. Check out the official trailers for the upcoming Amazon Prime series below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Hanna:

• Creator David Farr was born in 1969 in Guildford, Surrey, England. He is a writer and producer, known for The Night Manager (2016), Hanna (2011) and The Ones Below (2015).

A Vigilante

Director Sarah Daggar-Nickson

Genre Crime | Drama | Mystery

Cast Olivia Wilde, Morgan Spector, Tonye Patano, Betsy Aidem

Rating R

Release Date March 29th, 2019

“A vigilante helps victims escape their domestic abusers.”

Written and directed by Sarah Daggar-Nickson, A Vigilante is a drama thriller that tells the story of a woman who adopts the vigilante lifestyle helping victims escape their domestic abusers. Check out the official trailer below!!

The Legend of Cocaine Island

Director Theo Love

Genre Documentary

Cast Bo Butterworth, Bri Bryant, Greg Engleberg, Matthew Ezell

Rating Unrated

Release Date March 29th, 2019

“A desperate man goes on a buried treasure hunt for $2 million worth of cocaine.”

From director Theo Love, The Legend of Cocaine Island is a documentary that tells the story of a desperate man who goes on a buried treasure hunt for $2 million worth of cocaine. Check out the official trailer below!!

Ready Player One

Director Steven Spielberg

Genre Action | Sci-Fi | Thriller

Cast Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn, Lena Waithe

Rating PG-13

Release Date March 29th, 2018

“When the creator of a virtual reality world called the OASIS dies, he releases a video in which he challenges all OASIS users to find his Easter Egg, which will give the finder his fortune. Wade Watts finds the first clue and starts a race for the Egg.”

From accomplished director Steven Spielberg, who has a body of work too impressive to dig into right now, Ready Player One is a highly anticipated Sci-Fi thriller based on the book of the same name. I have yet to read the book but a friend of mine swears by it, saying it is easily one of his favorite books of all-time. I will have to give that book a read sooner than later but for now check out this trailer, its pretty awesome!! The cast includes Tye Sheridan, Olivia Cooke, Ben Mendelsohn, Lena Waithe, T.J. Miller, Simon Pegg, and Mark Rylance. Check out the official trailers below!!

Ted Takes Fun Facts, Ready Player One:

• Christopher Nolan, Robert Zemeckis, Matthew Vaughn, Peter Jackson, & Edgar Wright were all considered to direct this film. Steven Spielberg was ultimately chosen.
• Ready Player One (2018) depicts characters from pop culture staples from the '80s & '90s, such as The Iron Giant (1999), Tron (1982), Akira (1988), Lord of the Rings (2001-2003), Back to the Future (1985), & Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) to name a few.