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The Boogeyman

May 28, 2023

The Boogeyman is a 2023 supernatural horror film directed by Rob Savage (Host) from a screenplay by Scott Beck, Bryan Woods (A Quiet Place) and Mark Heyman (Black Swan), based on the 1973 short story of the same name by Stephen King. The film was originally scheduled for a streaming release on Hulu before switching to a theatrical release.

High school student Sadie Harper and her younger sister Sawyer are reeling from the recent death of their mother and aren’t getting much support from their father, Will, a therapist who is dealing with his own pain. When a desperate patient unexpectedly shows up at their home seeking help, he leaves behind a terrifying supernatural entity that preys on families and feeds on the suffering of its victims.

The film stars Sophie Thatcher (Yellowjackets), Chris Messina (Birds of Prey), Vivien Lyra Blair (Obi-Wan Kenobi), Marin Ireland (The Umbrella Academy, Madison Hu, LisaGay Hamilton (Vice), and David Dastmalchian (Dune).

The Boogeyman is set to debut in theaters on June 2nd, courtesy of 20th Century Studios. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Idol

May 28, 2023

The Idol is an American drama television series created by Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye, Reza Fahim, and Sam Levinson, who is also the creator of the HBO teen drama series Euphoria.

The Idol focuses on Jocelyn (Lily-Rose Depp), an aspiring pop idol who, after having a nervous breakdown that causes her last tour to be canceled, resolves to reclaim her title as the sexiest pop star in America and begins a complex relationship with Tedros (Abel "The Weeknd" Tesfaye), a self-help guru and the head of a contemporary cult.

Appearing in supporting roles are Suzanna Son (Red Rocket), Troye Sivan (X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Boy Erased), Moses Sumney, Jane Adams (Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind), Dan Levy (Schitt’s Creek), Jennie Ruby Jane, Eli Roth (Inglourious Basterds), Rachel Sennott (Shiva Baby, Bodies Bodies Bodies), Hari Nef (Assassination Nation, Meet Cute), Da'Vine Joy Randolph (High Fidelity), Mike Dean, Ramsey, and Hank Azaria (Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, Brockmire). The series will also mark the final television appearance of Anne Heche (Donnie Brasco, Psycho), who died on August 11, 2022.

The Idol's first two episodes premiered on May 22, 2023 at 76th Cannes Film Festival where it was panned by critics for its graphic sexual content and themes. It is scheduled to begin airing on HBO on June 4, 2023. Watch the official trailer below.

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Reality

May 28, 2023

Reality is a 2023 American drama film directed by Tina Satter, from a screenplay by Satter and James Paul Dallas. It is based on the FBI interrogation transcript of American intelligence leaker Reality Winner, which Satter previously staged as the play Is This a Room.

It stars Sydney Sweeney (Euphoria) as Winner, with Marchánt Davis (The Day Shall Come) and Josh Hamilton (13 Reasons Why, Eighth Grade) in supporting roles.

Reality premiered at the 2023 Berlin International Film Festival on February 18, 2023, and was released only on the streaming service Max on May 29, 2023, by HBO Films. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Little Mermaid

May 21, 2023

The Little Mermaid is a 2023 musical fantasy film directed by Oscar® nominee Rob Marshall (Chicago, Mary Poppins Returns) with a screenplay by two-time Oscar nominee David Magee (Life of Pi, Finding Neverland). The songs feature music from multiple Academy Award® winner Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin) and lyrics by Howard Ashman, and new lyrics by three-time Tony Award® winner Lin-Manuel Miranda. The film is produced by two-time Emmy® winner Marc Platt (“Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert,” “Grease Live!”), Miranda, two-time Emmy winner John DeLuca (Tony Bennett: An American Classic), and Rob Marshall, with Jeffrey Silver (The Lion King) serving as executive producer. It is a live-action adaptation of Disney's 1989 animated film of the same name, which itself is loosely based on the 1837 fairy tale of the same title by Hans Christian Andersen.

The youngest of King Triton's daughters, Ariel is a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. Longing to find out more about the world beyond the sea, Ariel visits the surface and falls for the dashing Prince Eric. Following her heart, she makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to experience life on land.

The cast includes Halle Bailey, Jonah Hauer-King, Daveed Diggs, Awkwafina, Jacob Tremblay, Noma Dumezweni, Javier Bardem, and Melissa McCarthy.

The Little Mermaid is set to debut in theaters May 26th, courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures. Watch the official trailer below.

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About My Father

May 21, 2023

About My Father is a 2023 comedy directed by Laura Terruso and written by Austen Earl & Sebastian Maniscalco.

Sebastian is encouraged by his fiancée to bring his immigrant, hairdresser father, Salvo, to a weekend get-together with her super-rich and exceedingly eccentric family. The weekend develops into what can only be described as a culture clash, leaving Sebastian and Salvo to discover that the great thing about family is everything about family.

Starring Sebastian Maniscalco, Robert De Niro, Leslie Bibb, Anders Holm, David Rasche, Brett Dier, and Kim Cattrall

About My Father is set to debut in theaters May 26th, courtesy of Lionsgate. Watch the official trailer below.

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Kandahar

May 21, 2023

Kandahar is a 2023 action thriller war film directed by Ric Roman Waugh, and written by Mitchell LaFortune. Waugh is no stranger to action thriller films as he previously directed Greenland (2020) and Angel has Fallen (2019), also starring Butler, as well as Shot Caller (2017), Snitch (2013), and Felon (2008).

An undercover CIA operative gets stuck in hostile territory in Afghanistan after his mission is exposed. Accompanied by his translator, he must fight enemy combatants as he tries to reach an extraction point in Kandahar.

The cast includes Gerard Butler, Navid Negahban, Ali Fazal, Bahador Foladi, Nina Toussaint-White, Vassilis Koukalani, Mark Arnold, Corey Johnson, and Travis Fimmel.

Kandahar is set to debut in theaters May 26th, courtesy of Open Road Films. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Machine

May 21, 2023

The Machine is a 2023 action comedy directed by Peter Atencio, from a screenplay by Kevin Biegel and Scotty Landes. The film is based on the comedy of Bert Kreischer, who also stars as a fictionalized version of himself.

Bert Kreischer rose to fame as a stand-up comedian known as The Machine, and in his signature set he recounts his true experience with Russian mobsters while on a booze-soaked college trip. Now, 23 years later, that trip has come back to haunt him as he and his estranged father (Mark Hamill) are kidnapped back to Russia by the mob to atone for something they say he did. Together, Bert and his father must retrace the steps of his younger self (Jimmy Tatro) in the midst of a war within a sociopathic crime family, all while attempting to find common ground in their often fraught relationship.

The cast includes Bert Kreischer, Mark Hamill, Jimmy Tatro, Iva Babić, Stephanie Kurtzuba, and Jess Gabor.

The Machine is set to debut in theaters May 26th, courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment. Watch the official UNRATED trailer below.

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You Hurt My Feelings

May 21, 2023

You Hurt My Feelings is a 2023 comedy-drama film written, directed and produced by Nicole Holofcener (Enough Said). The film was shot in New York City in May 2022, and had its world premiere at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival on January 22, 2023.

Beth (Louis-Dreyfus), a popular writer, and her husband Don, a well-liked teacher, share the kind of relationship that truly, seriously, for the love of God cannot be real: that is, they're actually in love. Even after decades of marriage, parenting, and their own successful careers, their physical spark has somehow not diminished; in fact, they seem to relish the opportunity to share a single ice cream cone and drive others -- including their son, Charlie -- mad. Should it come as a surprise then that his own marriage is in crisis? But when Beth discovers that Don has been untruthful to her about his opinion of her work for years -- Beth's world comes crashing down. Has their whole relationship been one Big Fat Lie?

The cast includes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Tobias Menzies, Michaela Watkins, Arian Moayed, and Jeannie Berlin.

You Hurt My Feelings is scheduled to be released on May 26th, courtesy of A24. Watch the official trailer below.

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Platonic

May 21, 2023

Platonic is a 2023 comedy series created by Nicholas Stoller, who penned the screenplays for several comedy films including Bros, Night School, Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising, Sex Tape, and Get Him to the Greek.

The series follows a pair of former best friends approaching midlife (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) who reconnect after a long rift. The duo’s friendship becomes all consuming—and destabilizes their lives in a hilarious way.

The supporting cast includes Luke Macfarlane, Tre Hale, Carla Gallo, and Andrew Lopez.

Platonic is set to debut May 24th on Apple TV+. Watch the official trailer below.

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Fast X

May 14, 2023

Fast X (also known as Fast & Furious 10) is a 2023 action film directed by Louis Leterrier (Clash of the Titans, The Incredible Hulk), and written by Justin Lin (F9) and Dan Mazeau. As the tenth film for the extremely successful Fast & Furious Saga which dates back to my freshman year in high school, we are finally approaching the final chapter.

Over many missions and against impossible odds, Dom Toretto and his family have outsmarted, out-nerved and outdriven every foe in their path. Now, they confront the most lethal opponent they’ve ever faced: A terrifying threat emerging from the shadows of the past who’s fueled by blood revenge, and who is determined to shatter this family and destroy everything—and everyone—that Dom loves, forever.

The cast includes Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster, Sung Kang, Jason Statham, John Cena, and Scott Eastwood, with Oscar® winner Helen Mirren and Oscar® winner Charlize Theron. New additions to the already star-studded cast include Oscar® winner Brie Larson, Jason Mamoa, Alan Ritchson (Reacher), Daniela Melchior (The Suicide Squad), and legendary Oscar® winner Rita Moreno.

Fast X is set to race into theaters on May 19th. Watch the official trailers below.

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Sanctuary

May 14, 2023

Sanctuary is an upcoming American thriller film, directed by Zachary Wigon from a screenplay by Micah Bloomberg. It stars Christopher Abbott (First Man, Possessor) and Margaret Qualley (Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, The Nice Guys).

Confined to a claustrophobic hotel room, the heir (Abbott) to a hotel empire and the dominatrix (Qualley) who has primed him for success become locked in a battle of wits and wills as he tries to end his relationship with her.

It had its world premiere at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival on September 11, 2022. Shortly after, Super, a division of Neon acquired distribution rights to the film. It premieres only in theaters on May 19, 2023. Watch the official trailer below.

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Hypnotic

May 7, 2023

Hypnotic is a 2023 science fiction action thriller film directed by Robert Rodriguez, who co-wrote the screenplay with Max Borenstein. Rodriguez also produced, co-shot, and edited the film, while his sons Rebel and Racer Max served as composer and producer, respectively.

A detective becomes entangled in a mystery involving his missing daughter and a secret government program while investigating a string of reality-bending crimes.

The cast includes Ben Affleck, Alice Braga, JD Pardo, Hala Finley, Dayo Okeniyi, Jeff Fahey, Jackie Earle Haley, and William Fichtner

Hypnotic is set for a theatrical release on May 12th, courtesy of Ketchup Entertainment and Relativity Media. Watch the official trailer below.

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Book Club: The Next Chapter

May 7, 2023

Book Club: The Next Chapter is a 2023 romantic comedy film written and directed by Bill Holderman, and is a sequel to the 2018 film The Book Club.

Four best friends take their book club to Italy for the fun girls trip they never had. When things go off the rails and secrets are revealed, their relaxing vacation turns into a once-in-a-lifetime cross-country adventure.

The cast includes Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen and Mary Steenburgen, Craig T. Nelson, Giancarlo Giannini, Andy García, and Don Johnson.

Book Club: The Next Chapter is set to debut in theaters May 12th, courtesy of Focus Features. Watch the official trailer below,

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Rally Road Racers

May 7, 2023

Rally Road Racers is a 2023 animated action comedy written and directed by Ross Venokur.

Zhi, a rookie race car driver, gets the opportunity to compete against the reigning champion of the rally car circuit. With help from a former driver-turned-mechanic, Zhi must overcome treacherous terrain, rival racers, and unexpected obstacles to prove he has what it takes to be the next great racer.

The cast includes Chloe Bennet, Sharon Horgan, J.K. Simmons, Jimmy O. Yang. John Cleese. Catherine Tate, and

Rally Road Racers is set to debut in theaters May 12th. Watch the official trailer below.

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Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie

May 7, 2023

Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie is a 2023 documentary film directed by Davis Guggenheim.

A short kid from a Canadian army base becomes the international pop culture darling of the 1980s, only to find the course of his life altered by a stunning diagnosis. The actor who is an incurable optimist is forced to confront an incurable disease.

“The film, which will incorporate documentary, archival and scripted elements, will recount Fox’s extraordinary story in his own words — the improbable tale of an undersized kid from a Canadian army base who rose to the heights of stardom in 1980s Hollywood. The account of Fox’s public life, full of nostalgic thrills and cinematic gloss, will unspool alongside his never-before-seen private journey, including the years that followed his diagnosis, at 29, with Parkinson’s disease. Intimate and honest, and produced with unprecedented access to Fox and his family, the film will chronicle Fox’s personal and professional triumphs and travails and will explore what happens when an incurable optimist confronts an incurable disease. With a mix of adventure and romance, comedy and drama, watching the film will feel like … well, like a Michael J. Fox movie.”

- Apple TV+

Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie is set to debut May 12th on Apple TV+. Watch the official trailer below.

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Fool's Paradise

May 7, 2023

Fool’s Paradise is a 2023 satirical comedy written and directed by Charlie Day in his directorial debut. Star of the It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia sitcom as well as several comedy films including Horrible Bosses and I Want You Back, Day is once again proving he is one of the hardest working men in Hollywood.

A down on his luck publicist gets his lucky break when he discovers a man recently released from a mental health facility looks just like a method actor who refuses to leave his trailer. With the help of a powerful producer, the publicist helps the man become a huge star, even marrying his beautiful leading lady. Their adventures lead them to cross paths with drunken costars, irreverent unhoused action heroes, unpredictable directors, super agent, and power-mad moguls. Fame and fortune are not all they're cracked up to be, and the two men must fight their way back to the things that matter the most.

The talented cast includes legendary actor Ray Liotta in one of his final roles, Charlie Day, Ken Jeong, Kate Beckinsale, Oscar® winner Adrien Brody, Jason Sudeikis, Edie Falco, Jason Bateman, Common, Jillian Bell, Dean Norris, Jimmi Simpson, and John Malkovich. The film is produced by John Rickard (“Peacemaker” Rampage), along with Tim Zajaros and Christopher Lemole (The Peanut Butter Falcon, Mudbound), Alex Saks (Red Rocket, The Florida Project), and Rick Dugdale (Zero Contact).

Fools Paradise is set to debut in theaters May 12th, courtesy of Roadside Attractions. Watch the official trailer below.

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The Mother

May 7, 2023

The Mother is a 2023 action drama film directed by Niki Caro with a screenplay by Misha Green, Andrea Berloff, and Peter Craig, from a story by Green.

After years of hiding out in the Alaskan wilderness, a deadly assassin returns to rescue the daughter she loved from afar.

The cast includes Jennifer Lopez, Joseph Fiennes, Lucy Paez, Omari Hardwick, Paul Raci, and Gael Garcia Bernal.

The Mother is set to debut on Netflix May 12th. Watch the official trailer below.

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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3

April 30, 2023

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is a 2023 science fiction action superhero film written and directed by James Gunn, based on the comics from Dan Abnett, and Andy Lanning.

Our beloved band of misfits are looking a bit different these days. Peter Quill, still reeling from the loss of Gamora, must rally his team around him to defend the universe along with protecting one of their own. A mission that, if not completed successfully, could quite possibly lead to the end of the Guardians as we know them.

The cast includes Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Elizabeth Debicki, Sean Gunn, Sylvester Stallone, Will Poulter, Chukwudi Iwuji, Daniela Melchior, Michael Rosenbaum, Maria Bakalova, Nico Santos, Dane DiLiegro, and Sarah Alami.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 is set to debut in theaters May 5th. Watch the official trailers below.

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Love Again

April 30, 2023

Love Again is a 2023 romantic comedy written and directed by Jim Strouse (The Hollars), with Sofie Cramer and Andrea Wilson also contributing to the screenplay.

What if a random text message led to the love of your life? In this romantic comedy, dealing with the loss of her fiancé, Mira Ray sends a series of romantic texts to his old cell phone number… not realizing the number was reassigned to Rob Burns’ new work phone. A journalist, Rob is captivated by the honesty in the beautifully confessional texts. When he’s assigned to write a profile of megastar Celine Dion (playing herself in her first film role), he enlists her help in figuring out how to meet Mira in person…and win her heart.

The cast includes Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Sam Heughan, Celia Imrie, Russell Tovety, and Celine Dion, and featuring multiple new songs from Dion.

Love Again is set to debut in theaters May 5th, courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment. Watch the official trailer below.

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Silo

April 30, 2023

Silo, previously titled Wool, is a 2023 science fiction streaming television series created and written by Graham Yost, and directed by Morten Tyldum. It is based on the Silo series of novels by author Hugh Howey. Rebecca Ferguson stars in the series and also serves as executive producer.

In a ruined and toxic future, thousands live in a giant silo deep underground. After its sheriff breaks a cardinal rule and residents die mysteriously, engineer Juliette (Rebecca Ferguson) starts to uncover shocking secrets and the truth about the silo.

The cast includes Rebecca Ferguson, Tim Robbins, Rashida Jones, David Oyelowo, Common, Harriet Walter, Avi Nash, and Chinaza Uche.

Silo is set to debut on Apple TV+ May 5th. Watch the official trailers below.

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