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Taraji P. Henson in Trouble in Tyler Perry's Crime Thriller 'Straw' Trailer

"It seems like you had a lot to get over today." Indeed. Netflix has unveiled an official trailer for the crime thriller titled Straw, the latest Tyler Perry film created for streaming on Netflix as part of his deal with the film studio. This will be out in June - his second film this year following Duplicity for Prime Video a few months ago. In Straw, Taraji P. Henson a single mother who watches her desperate day spiral into chaos. Sounds like that title is a reference to the idiom about "the last straw." She becomes the prime suspect in a crime she never meant to commit—suddenly, her survival depends on the one thing she’s never been able to trust: the people around her. "She finds herself in a horrible situation where one of those days, you wake up and everything that could go wrong, goes wrong." The film also stars Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor, Sinbad, Rockmond Dunbar, Ashley Versher, Mike Merrill, and Glynn Turman. This doesn't seem like Tyler Perry's typical thrillers, I just hope he wrote her a good way out of this bank robbery predicament. // Continue Reading ›

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Cannes 2025: Óliver Laxe's 'Sirat' - A Techno-Filled Desert Odyssey

One of the most exciting discoveries from the 2025 Cannes Film Festival (so far) is a film titled Sirat, made by Spanish-French filmmaker Óliver Laxe. I've been posting trailers for it already leading up to the start of the festival, but it really is all about the experience watching this and discovering where it's taking us on its journey through the desert. Cinema reigns!! What an unforgettable experience watching this together with the packed-house of cinephiles at the press screening on Thursday night. Everyone came out of the screening raving about it, everyone has something to say about it - these are the kind of Cannes moments I live for. Sirat is awesome. This is what cinematic storytelling is all about. It's one giant metaphor, of course, but it also can be viewed as a literal trip through this desert hell. And the shock and awe of discovering what happens as you're watching it for the first time is essential to the experience of understanding the film. And, by extension, understanding life – the shock and awe of never knowing what's about to happen next in life. // Continue Reading ›

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Cannes 2025: 'M:I - The Final Reckoning' is Flawed Yet Still Enjoyable

The grand finale. The end of it all. The sum of your life's choices. The last moment. The final reckoning with Ethan Hunt. This is it. After 30 years, across 8 movies, Tom Cruise (and director Chris McQuarrie) give us one last spectacular cinematic experience with Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning. But is it really a spectacular cinematic experience? Well, that's up to everyone to decide for themselves. I was lucky to watch The Final Reckoning in IMAX - at an IMAX cinema located just nearby the Cannes Film Festival at the same time Tom Cruise was on the red carpet. This is, of course, the best way to watch it - our seats were rumbling, the footage was crisp & clear, it felt like a true chest-thumping spectacle. But of course if I'm honest - The Final Reckoning has some flaws. Quite a few flaws. But it is far from being the worst movie in the franchise and anyone saying this isn't really judging this movie accurately, they're criticizing it because they wanted something specific out of it. It is the second half of Dead Reckoning (2023) and it spends way too long explaining everything, but it is still an emotionally satisfying conclusion to this action franchise. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · 15h

Mark Ruffalo & Tom Pelphrey in Philly FBI 'Task' Force Series Teaser

"You're not going to ruin their lives just because you ruined yours." HBO Max has revealed the first look teaser trailer for a series called Task, created and showrun by the screenwriter Brad Ingelsby (of Out of the Furnace, Run All Night, The Way Back, "Mare of Easttown"). This is set for streaming in September but they're beginning the buzz now with this first teaser way in advance. FBI Agent Tom leads a task force in a Philadelphia suburb to put an end to a string of drug-house robberies led by an unsuspecting family man. The series features Mark Ruffalo starring as FBI Agent Tom, and Tom Pelphrey as Robbie, the two main characters. Along with Emilia Jones, Jamie McShane, Sam Keeley, Thuso Mbedu, Fabien Frankel, Alison Oliver, Raúl Castillo, Silvia Dionicio, Phoebe Fox, and Martha Plimpton. The season's 7 episodes will debut weekly. All they're making nowadays are true crime series about criminals & cops trying to take them down. More of the same we've seen just in another city & with another criminal. Anyone down? // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · 16h

Rockin' Trailer #2 for DreamWorks Animation's Sequel 'The Bad Guys 2'

"We need The Bad Guys for the biggest heist in history!" The Bad Guys... in space? DreamWorks Animation has revealed a second trailer for The Bad Guys 2, the next exciting animated sequel from DWA. Set to hit theaters everywhere in August later this summer. The Bad Guys are struggling to find trust and acceptance in their newly minted lives as Good Guys, when they are pulled out of retirement and forced to do "one last job" by an all-female squad of criminals - known as The Bad Girls. Everyone's favorite felons are back, and this time, they've got company. Mr. Wolf, Mr. Snake, Ms. Tarantula, Mr. Shark & Mr. Piranha return and they find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes, globe-trotting heist, masterminded by other criminals. The Bad Guys 2 features the stellar original cast: Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos, and Awkwafina. And newcomers for this one include Danielle Brooks as The Bad Girls leader Kitty Kat, a clever snow leopard; Maria Bakalova as Pigtail, a brilliant Bulgarian wild boar engineer; Natasha Lyonne as Doom, a wry raven with a knack for deception. Looking like this might actually be a great follow-up to the first movie, with some very funny & visually astounding sequences all rolled into one. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 15

Sydney Sweeney & Simon Rex in South Dakota in 'Americana' Trailer

"All I want is the artifact!" And everyone else wants money. Lionsgate has revealed an official trailer for an indie ensemble comedy film called Americana, from writer / director Tony Tost making his feature debut. This originally premiered in 2023 at the SXSW Film Festival, but it never played anywhere else after that fest and has been waiting for release ever since. Lionsgate will finally drop this one in theaters in August this summer. When a rare Lakota Ghost Shirt falls onto the black market in a small South Dakota town, the lives of local outsiders & outcasts violently intertwine. Some seek fortune and some seek personal freedom, while others simply want to return the artifact to its proper tribal home. The film's cast features Sydney Sweeney as a shy waitress, Paul Walter Hauser as a military vet, Halsey, Simon Rex as an antiquities dealer, Eric Dane as a ruthless criminal, and Zahn McClarnon as the leader of an indigenous group. This looks seriously kooky & awkward, maybe there's a good reason it hasn't been released in the last two years. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 15

Full Trailer for 'Lost in Starlight' Sci-Fi Romance Anime Made in Korea

"Do you wish you hadn't met me?" "No. Not at all. The best thing I've done in my life." Netflix has unveiled their full official trailer for Lost in Starlight, made by Korean filmmaker Han Ji-won. This new anime is Netflix's very first Korean-language animated feature - with the voices of K-drama powerhouses Kim Tae-ri and Hong Kyung. When an astronaut leaves Earth for Mars, the vastness of space divides the two star-crossed lovers. Director Bong Joon-ho has already commented saying: "This visual masterpiece takes you around the universe." Set in 2050 Seoul, an astronaut dreaming of Mars & a musician with a broken dream find each other among the stars, guided by their hopes & their love for one another. When Nan-young visits an audio equipment repair shop to fix an old record player her mom left behind, she runs right into Jay, and a romance slowly blossoms. Lost in Starlight will debut streaming on Netflix at the end of May. This trailer shows how their lives will be mirrored with her struggles out in space and his on Earth (the snapping strings motif) - while their love for each other keeps them connected. Yep this looks great! I'll be watching for sure. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 15

Another Scary Trailer for 'Bring Her Back' Horror with Sally Hawkins

"How did you cope with Cathy being gone?" "I didn't." A24 has unveiled the second official trailer for the unsettling horror film Bring Her Back, the latest creation from the brothers Danny & Michael Philippou - the Australian filmmakers (also called "RackaRacka") who brought us Talk To Me back in 2023. In this new film, a brother and sister uncover a terrifying ritual at the secluded home of their new foster mother. What is she up to? Who is she trying to bring back and why? Find out when this opens soon. Bring Her Back stars Sally Hawkins, along with Billy Barratt, Sora Wong, Jonah Wren Phillips, Sally-Anne Upton, & Stephen Phillips. This is actually the fourth trailer we've posted for Bring Her Back so far, with two other teasers, and one other featurette recently as well. A24 is really working hard to make sure everyone knows about this horror movie - which will be playing in theaters at the end of this month. It looks properly F'd up. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 14

Elena Kampouris Gets into Trouble in Italy in 'Here Now' Thriller Trailer

"Everything can change..." in an instant. Right? Voltage Pictures has unveiled an official US trailer for an Italian thriller film titled Here Now, set on Sicily in Italy. The original Italian title is Fino alla fine and it's made by the filmmaker Gabriele Muccino, best known for directing Seven Pounds and The Pursuit of Happyness with Will Smith years ago. Sophie is a young Californian traveling in Italy on her vacation with her sister. She meets Giulio and his group of friends with whom she spends the most terrifying night of her life. A young woman's vacation in Palermo turns into a deadly battle for survival in a 24-hour whirlwind crime spree. Starring Elena Kampouris as Sophie, Saul Nanni, Lorenzo Richelmy, Enrico Inserra, and Francesco Garilli. This looks like it's one of those passionate thrillers where a whirlwind romance leads to some crimes, but she goes along with it because why not. Looks like it gets wild once things pick up. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 14

First Trailer for Marvel TV's 'Ironheart' Series Feat. Dominique Thorne

"I want to build something undeniable. Something..." "Important?" "Iconic." Marvel has launched the first official trailer for a new Marvel Television mini-series called Ironheart, a spin-off from the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever movie. The series set in Chicago focuses on genius teenage inventor Riri Williams, who creates the most advanced suit of armor since Iron Man. Riri returns home where she gets entangled with the enigmatic Parker Robbins aka "The Hood", discovering secrets that pit technology against magic, setting her on a path of danger & adventure. The series is launching in June, a one-off creation produced by Ryan Coogler following his work on the Black Panther movies. I guess it took a few years for this series to come together while he was out filming Sinners. Ironheart stars Dominique Thorne as "Ironheart", Anthony Ramos, Lyric Ross, Alden Ehrenreich, Regan Aliyah, Manny Montana, Matthew Elam, and Anji White. This looks pretty cool. There's some good storytelling in this. But also seems like Disney is getting a bit afraid people are losing interest after Iron Man is gone so they're kinda sorta bringing back Iron Man – even though it's not actually Iron Man. Iron Woman? Sure, why not, let's roll with that. Check it out below. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 14

Wacky Trailer #2 for 'Smurfs' Animated Movie with Corden & Offerman

"Get ready for an adventure that will blue you way." Oyy. Paramount has revealed the second full trailer for Smurfs (yep that's the title), the next animated-hybrid Smurfs movie arriving in theaters this summer. This is the fourth Hollywood movie featuring the little blue guys created by Belgian artist Peyo, following The Smurfs (2011) and its sequels. This new reboot is directed by Chris Miller from a screenplay written by "South Park" writer Pam Brady. This musical brings them into the real world for an adventure. When Papa Smurf is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Smurfette leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. This fun new Smurfs features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna as Smurfette, of course, James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña, with Kurt Russell and John Goodman as Papa Smurf. This looks painfully unfunny and dumb but I guess that's the point - this is not supposed to be some high brow comedy. Oh well. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 14

Superb Trailer #2 for James Gunn's 'Superman' with David Corenswet

Look up! It's a bird, it's a plane, it's...? Warner Bros has revealed the second official trailer for James Gunn's new Superman movie – his fresh, modern update on the iconic "Man of Steel", the "Last Son of Krypton", from DC Comics. Formerly known as Superman: Legacy, it follows Supes as he reconciles his heritage with his human upbringing living in Kansas as Clark Kent. Written and directed by James Gunn, actor David Corenswet (from "We Own This City", "Lady in the Lake", Twisters) stars as Clark Kent / Superman this time around. The excellent ensemble cast includes Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, Edi Gathegi as Mister Terrific, Skyler Gisondo as Jimmy Olsen, plus Anthony Carrigan, Nathan Fillion, Isabela Merced, Sara Sampaio, María Gabriela de Faría, Wendell Pierce, Alan Tudyk, Pruitt Taylor Vince, and Neva Howell. This is the second real trailer but we've also featured the Fortress of Solitude sneak peek and the "Superman Day" making of promo - everything is looking more and more incredible the closer we get to its release this summer. I've got a good feeling about this movie. Yes it has some of Gunn's usual humor but it also looks like he understands the character in such a profound way. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 14

Festival Promo Trailer for Colombian Film 'A Poet' with Ubeimar Rios

"I'm a poet." "You're unemployed." LuxBox has revealed a festival promo trailer for the indie film titled Un Poeta, or A Poet in English, a Colombian film from filmmaker Simón Mesa Soto as his second feature. It's premiering at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival this month playing in the Un Certain Regards section - and I've been hearing good things already from my colleagues. This looks very funny. An aging poet named Oscar finds purpose mentoring Yurlady, a talented teen, though exposing her to the poetry scene might be unwise. His own poetic pursuits led nowhere, leaving him a stereotypical obscure writer. "Aging and erratic, he has succumbed to the cliché of the poet in the shadows." But that changes when he meets her. Starring Ubeimar Rios as Oscar, Rebeca Andrade as Yurlady, and Guillermo Cardona as Efrain. I can also say I'm a huge fan of the poet film Paterson, starring Adam Driver as quiet, unknown poet in a small town - it also premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2016. Even though these two films have some similarities, this one looks unique and funky in its own clever ways. I really want to watch it! Keep an eye out for it this year. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 14

The 2025 Cannes Film Festival Has Begun - Diving into New Cinema

The 78th Festival du Film de Cannes has officially begun. Everyone is back in the South of France this May for yet another cinema celebration in the sun on the Mediterranean coast. The next 12 days in Cannes are dedicated to discovery and art and storytelling as film lovers from around the world dive into screenings and conversations of all kinds. This is my 15th year attending and covering the Cannes Film Festival in France - to celebrate my 14th year last year I gave away 4 copies of Matt Singer's excellent book "Opposable Thumbs". While I'm not giving away more books for 2025, I am once again incredibly happy to be back, excited to dive into the films and anxiously awaiting each screening. However, something feels different in 2025. Something shifted in the world last fall, a perilous shift, and it seems to have disrupted the normal ebb & flow of things as everyone adjusts to the strange times we're living in. Nonetheless there are amazing films waiting for us, hopefully some films that challenge our prejudices and biases, and allow us to see the world anew again. The festival is off to a more quiet start, but the buzz will build up over the next two weeks. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

Watts & Close & Paulson in Divorce Attorneys Series 'All's Fair' Teaser

"What do you ladies think you could possibly hit me with that I haven't seen before?" Hulu has unveiled a wild first look teaser trailer for a series titled All's Fair, yet another new Ryan Murphy creation. This is set for release in the fall later this year - but they're starting to hype it up already. The brash and opulent series follows a successful divorce lawyer and the owner of an all-female law firm in Los Angeles. A team of female divorce attorneys leave a male-dominated firm to open their own powerhouse practice. Fierce, brilliant and emotionally complicated, they navigate high-stakes breakups, scandalous secrets and shifting allegiances—both in the courtroom and within their own ranks. The new series stars Kim Kardashian, Naomi Watts, Niecy Nash-Betts, Teyana Taylor, Matthew Noszka, with Sarah Paulson and Glenn Close. This is obviously a spicy trailer with all kinds of crazy things going on to get your attention and make you go "what is this?!" Don't fall for it! These lawyers are coming for you (and all your money) whether you like it or not. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

First Full Trailer for Schilinski's 'Sound of Falling' Premiering in Cannes

"If I command my heart to stop, it would stop." Neue Visionen Filmverleih in Germany has revealed the first look trailer for the highly anticipated German film titled Sound of Falling in English (or In die Sonne schauen in German), made by German filmmaker Mascha Schilinski. The film will be premiering tomorrow at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival in the Main Competition, a major debut for this little German film. It was supposed to premiere at Berlinale, but Cannes snatched it instead giving it a much more grand premiere. This epic story is set across four different times spanning decades. Four girls: Alma, Erika, Angelika, and Lenka, each spend their youth on the same farm in northern Germany. As the home evolves over a century, echoes of the past linger in its walls. Though separated by time, their lives begin to mirror each other. The film is "a grand tour into the subtlest ramifications of the emotional worlds of these four women... A film that drills deep into our perception and stages the sensation where it is most fleeting: in the quickly fading feeling of time." Starring Hanna Heckt as Alma, Lena Urzendowsky as Angelika, Laeni Geiseler as Lenka, Susanne Wuest as Emma, Luise Heyer as Christa, and Lea Drinda as Erika. It looks gorgeously shot and very stylish - will definitely be watching. Keep an eye out for reviews & more festival updates soon. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

Bob Odenkirk Returns as Hutch in 'Nobody 2' Action Sequel Trailer #1

"Guys I'm not going to fight ya... I'm here on vacation." Universal has revealed the first official trailer for Nobody 2, the next big action sequel due out this summer - smashing its way into theaters in August. This continuation of the Nobody story from 2021 brings back Bob Odenkirk as the unassuming father who is also a badass assassin. This time it's being directed by Indonesian action maestro Timo Tjahjanto, known for his films The Night Comes for Us, Headshot, and The Shadow Strays. Sometimes the most dangerous place for a dad is a family vacation. Ha ha. Bob Odenkirk returns as the suburban husband, father and workaholic assassin Hutch Mansell in the new chapter to Nobody, the hit 2021 bare-knuckle action-thriller. In this sequel, Hutch ends up battling a whole bunch of bad guys while on vacation to the tourist town of "Plummerville" with his entire family, including his dad. The cast includes Odenkirk with Connie Nielsen, John Ortiz, RZA, Colin Hanks, plus Christopher Lloyd and Sharon Stone. And tons of stunt men / bad guys / thugs / assassins. This looks bonkers crazy in an awesome way! Going to be a blast - I'm so there. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

Official Trailer for Lovely 'Familiar Touch' Starring Kathleen Chalfant

"We're just going to take this step by step..." Music Box Films has revealed an official trailer for Familiar Touch, a lovely indie drama marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Sarah Friedland. It's worth a watch. This won the Best Actress & Best Director & Best Debut Film awards in the Orizzonti section at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, then went on to play at the Vancouver, London, Tromso, Singapore, AFI Fest, New Films/New Directors Film Festivals as well. Familiar Touch is a coming-of-old-age film about an older woman dealing with memory loss. It's lead by a remarkable performance by Tony nominee Kathleen Chalfant as Ruth. Made in close collaboration with residents of a retirement community, it challenges the perceptions around aging and sensitively depicts the complexities around intimacy and desire in later life. The film follows the winding path of octogenarian Ruth's shifting memories and desires while remaining rooted in her sage perspective. Also starring Carolyn Michelle, Andy McQueen, and H. Jon Benjamin as her son. This is a beautifully tender trailer that perfectly captures all the heartwarming vibes of the film. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

First Trailer for X-Mas Comedy 'Oh. What. Fun.' with Michelle Pfeiffer

"It's beginning to look a lot like chaos." Prime Video has revealed the first sneak peek trailer for a Christmas comedy movie called Oh. What. Fun, from director Michael Showalter. This is set to release in December but they're already beginning promotion for it this early. Michelle Pfeiffer stars as Claire Clauster - she makes the Christmas magic happen every year for her family but her children & grandchildren don't realize the effort it takes, until she goes missing. Claire's already set off on a festive adventure of her own - it's one that doesn't involve cooking, cleaning, or coordinating anyone else's chaos. When they realize she's missing, their holiday is at risk until she returns to give them a celebration they deserve. Aside from Pfeiffer, the full cast includes Chloë Grace Moretz, Danielle Brooks, Denis Leary, Dominic Sessa, Havana Rose Liu, Maude Apatow, Devery Jacobs, Jason Schwartzman, Eva Longoria, Joan Chen. The film is "a wink to every overworked holiday host, the film celebrates family, freedom, and the unexpected magic of a Christmas gone off-script." This looks like it should be amusing and jolly and funny enough to watch once. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

Final Trailer for John Wick Spin-Off 'Ballerina' - In Theaters This June

"And what, may I ask, is your name?" Got your tickets yet? Lionsgate has debuted a fourth official trailer for the Ballerina action movie, the next John Wick movie arriving in theaters worldwide this June. They're hoping it will be a big hit, just like the John Wick movies. But are you excited to watch it yet? We've featured three trailers for this - the best one is the third one from a few months ago. Ana de Armas stars as Eve, an assassin trained in the traditions of the Ruska Roma getting revenge hunting the murderers of her family. The same character was played by Unity Phelan in 2019's Chapter 3 – Parabellum though this takes place before Chapter 4. The main supporting cast includes Ian McShane, Anjelica Huston, Keanu Reeves, Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, and Norman Reedus. And also featuring Lance Reddick before he passed away. I do hope this kick ass and most importantly I hope the action is awesome. But this does look like they're so desperately trying to tie it into John Wick and make sure Keanu is in it somewhere, even though it also seems like it wants to follow its own path with this Eve character. Will you be watching? // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 13

First Look Teaser for 'Spider-Noir' B&W Series Staring Nicolas Cage

"Have you seen it out there? The city's a mess... the people could use a hero." Yes they could. How about a noir detective hero? Amazon MGM Studios has revealed a first look teaser trailer with 30 seconds of footage from the Spider-Noir series, a spin-off story inspired by the Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse movies. Spider-Noir brings the Spider-Man Noir character into live-action, bringing Nicolas Cage (who also voiced the character in the animated movies) to the screen playing this version of Peter Parker. An aging and down on his luck private investigator in 1930s New York is forced to grapple with his past life as the city's one & only superhero. Executive producer Chris Miller also tweeted: "It's true. Spider-Noir is coming to Amazon Prime in 2026. Live-action, in black & white, set in the 1930s, and Nicolas Cage is a delight, as is the rest of the cast. The show is really special. Can't wait for you all to see." The full cast includes Lamorne Morris, Brendan Gleeson, Li Jun Li (from Sinners!), Abraham Popoola, Jack Huston, Karen Rodriguez. So far, so good! Not enough really amazing footage yet - but I've got a good feeling this'll be worth the wait. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 12

Watch: Hilarious 'Heroic Dose' Short - That One Time on Too Much LSD

"And then what happened?" "It was a moment of true liberation from the ego mind." Don't you want to find out more? Will you be forever changed by this story? Dive in and find out. Heroic Dose is a hilarious new comedy short film created and directed by a filmmaker known as Dugan Gundelfinger (not his real last name). This his "opus", an autobiographical tale of the time he tripped on way too much acid. "A genre bending comedic retelling of the time I had a psychedelic-induced mystical journey exploring the ego mind, 'reality' and the cosmic joke of the human experience..." During a dinner gathering discussing trying drugs, Gundelfinger tells his story of the time he was given a "heroic dose" LSD and went hard on psychedelics. It's not exactly meant to be a philosophical film (though I do like his idea about the "ahh" sound). But it might actually make a few people want to try this? Please be safe. The dinner cast includes Leighton Lovejoy, Jena Malone, Nick Rutherford, Rachael Leigh Cook, Demorge Brown, Max Baumgarten, and April Lee. This wacky short is only 13 mins long and will definitely have you laughing out loud many times. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 12

Full Trailer for 'Adults' Comedy Series Following 20-Somethings in NYC

"This is very irresponsible guys... You guys are completely out of control." FX on Hulu has revealed their full official trailer for a new ensemble comedy series called Adults, streaming at the end of May. It seems like it's a contemporary riff on the classic series Friends, while also having tons of fun like Lena Dunham's Girls series on HBO as well. A twenty-something ensemble comedy centering on co-dependent housemates navigating adulthood together despite their flaws. They live in New York and are trying to be good people, despite being neither "good" nor "people" yet. Ha. Starring Malik Elassal, Lucy Freyer, Jack Innanen, Amita Rao, Owen Thiele. Guest stars in this include Julia Fox, Charlie Cox, Ray Nicholson, plus D'Arcy Carden, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, and John Reynolds. "Whether they’re trying to get ahead at work, navigating the healthcare system, hosting a dinner party or dating in the age of Find My Friends, the group is finding that nothing about the real world is simple, and all their best intentions tend to make things worse." This looks like good fun - really trying to accurately represent the 20-something crazy lifestyle nowadays. Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 12

Black Soldiers in Civil War Action Thriller 'Resurrection Road' Trailer

"We should go before they find us." "They already have." Saban Films has revealed the official trailer for an action thriller movie titled Resurrection Road, an indie film telling a story from the days of the US Civil War (1861-1865). This is set for a release in theaters and on VOD together starting in June in one month from now. "Killing folks is thristy business." An elite squad of six Black soldiers, led by ex-slave Barabbas, have been sent on a suicide mission; to infiltrate a Confederate fort deep in the Arkansas woods and blow up its long-range guns, altering the course of the war. A mission that "will test their courage, loyalty, and will to survive like never before." Starring Malcolm Goodwin as Barabbas, Furly Mac, Triana Browne, Okea Eme-Akwari, Randall J. Bacon, Jeff Daniel Phillips, and Michael Madsen as Quantrill. This trailer pivots halfway through from an action thriller war flick into a full-on horror survival movie - check this out. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 12

New US Teaser for Joe Wright's 'Mussolini: Son of the Century' Series

"The world as we know it is no longer working." Mubi has revealed their teaser trailer for the series now titled Mussolini: Son of the Century in English, originally listed as M. Son of the Century (aka M: Il figlio del secolo in Italian) when it first premiered. We've been tracking this since it popped up at the 2024 Venice Film Festival last year as one of their series premieres. Mubi will be debuting the series streaming in the US (and Latin America, Turkey, India, Canada) later in 2025. Based on the bestselling novel of the same name by Antonio Scurati, winner of the Premio Strega. Featuring a techno soundtrack by Tom Rowlands, part of The Chemical Brothers. "You can play with the aesthetics and the form of the piece... And the aesthetics are a kind of mashup between '90s rave culture and Man with a Movie Camera [1929 seminal avant-garde doc], a great Ukrainian film. It's Man with a Movie Camera and every gangster movie you've ever seen," Wright explained last year. Starring Luca Marinelli (The Eight Mountains, Martin Eden) as the evil bastard Benito Mussolini, with Francesco Russo, Barbara Chichiarelli, Benedetta Cimatti, Lorenzo Zurzolo, Gaetano Bruno, Paolo Pierobon. Yes I think we do need more series taking a closer look at fascism and how it rises up (a bit like today) and this looks like a damn good series to catch up with. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 12

Another Spectacular Full Trailer for Kosinski's 'F1' Movie with Brad Pitt

"It's alright... you're just worried I'm quicker than you!" Let's drive! Awesome! Warner Bros has unveiled another excellent official trailer for the F1 movie - the Formula One racing movie starring Brad Pitt. Even better than the last trailer! Dang! F1 is the exciting movie from Joe Kosinski (of Tron: Legacy, Oblivion, Top Gun: Maverick) arriving in theaters everywhere this June. The first teaser trailer debuted last summer and we posted a racing featurette as well. F1 is about a legendary Formula One driver who, after a horrific crash years ago, comes out of retirement to mentor and team with a younger driver on the rise - played by Damson Idris. (That just sounds like Top Gun: Maverick again but with race cars.) F1 stars Brad Pitt as Sonny Hayes, with Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Javier Bardem, Sarah Niles, plus Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and lots of F1 drivers and team members as themselves. This final trailer focuses on the rivalry between Sonny and Joshua, ramping up the intensity between them right up until the final shot. Cannot wait to watch this on the BIGGEST screen with the loudest sound this summer. Buckle up. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 12

Lana Condor & Andrew Koji in Romance 'Worth the Wait' Official Trailer

"I need real, honest life. Isn't that what we're all waiting for?" Tubi has unveiled an official trailer for an indie romantic drama titled Worth the Wait, made by filmmaker Tom Lin as his latest feature film. This charming tale follows the lives of multiple Asian-American strangers fatefully intertwined as they navigate budding love, confront profound loss, and encounter old flames. About four different couples. It will debut streaming on Tubi (the entirely free streaming service in the US!) directly later this month. The ensemble cast of this love & passion-filled film features Lana Condor, Andrew Koji, Ross Butler, Sung Kang, Elodie Yung, Karena Ka-Yan Lam, Osric Chau, Ali Fumiko Whitney, Ricky He, and Kheng Hua Tan. Apparently this is based on the personal story of writers Dan Mark & Rachel Tan. "We had such a great time making the picture. I'm so excited that Worth the Wait is going to be available to Tubi audiences who can easily come & enjoy what we've proudly made," states director Lin. Seems cute and spunky - have a look. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 11

Must See Badass Sizzle Reel Promo for 'Kung Fury 2' Lost Since 2020

"I eat lions every goddamn day. If you're not prepared to do the same, then you hang up that hat, walk out that door, and you never come back..." Hell yes - I want to watch this! Some of you will remember a badass short (at 30 mins!) film from 2015 called Kung Fury, made by Swedish filmmaker David Sandberg (no relation to Shazam! director David F. Sandberg). This was his own big project and it was a huge hit when it launched online - watch here. In 2018 he started development on a full-length feature version called Kung Fury: The Movie or Kung Fury 2. He was somehow able to wrangle up Michael Fassbender, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and David Hasselhoff for the cast, and shot the film in 2019. But after legal troubles and other setbacks, the pandemic kicked in and the film has been stuck in release limbo. Word is that it's finished but who knows if it'll ever be released. After all this time, a 10-minute "sizzle reel" promo trailer for Kung Fury 2 has popped up online and it's awesome. A must watch. Sandberg himself stars again as Miami martial arts cop Kung Fury, and Jorma Taccone apparently stars as his nemesis A. Hitler. This 10 minutes of footage is proper badass! Here's hoping they get the legal issues sorted and debut this in theaters in 2025. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 9

Full Trailer for Murder Mystery Series 'The Survivors' Set on Tasmania

"No one knows how she died, and I'm going to find out. I won't let her be forgotten." Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for a new thriller mini-series titled The Survivors, set on the island of Tasmania next to Australia. It's adapted from the best-selling novel also titled "The Survivors" by Jane Harper. When a young woman is killed in Evelyn Bay (a fictional town on Tasmania), the seaside town's tight-knit community begins to unravel as the investigation of her death exposes long-held secrets and past wounds. Fifteen years ago, a storm devastated the coastal town of Evelyn Bay and took three young people: Kieran's older brother, Finn, Mia's best friend, Gabby, and Finn's friend, Toby. Burdened by guilt, Kieran and Mia escaped. Now all these years later he's still living with the guilt, until another death shakes things up in this close-knit town. The Survivors series features Yerin Ha, Charlie Vickers, Robyn Malcolm, Thom Green, George Mason, Don Hany, Jessica De Gouw, Damien Garvey, Martin Sacks, Catherine McClements. Yet another murder mystery thriller for true crime fans anywhere to tune into this summer and get caught up in. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 9

Hilarious Teaser for Season 2 of James Gunn's 'Peacemaker' DC Series

"You ready for the next adventure, pal?" 🦅 Ohhhh he is back and ready for more mayhem. Max & DC have revealed the hilarious first look teaser trailer for the next season of Peacemaker, packed with some wild footage. Peacemaker is James Gunn's highly successful spin-off series that first debuted in 2022. Picking up where The Suicide Squad left off, Peacemaker returns home recovering from his encounter with Bloodsport – only to discover that his freedom comes at a price. And this next season also continues where the first left off – following Chris Smith as he struggles to reconcile his past with his newfound sense of purpose while continuing to kick righteous evil-doer butt. Peacemaker Season 2's cast features John Cena, Danielle Brooks, Jennifer Holland, Freddie Stroma, Steve Agee, and Robert Patrick all returning. And new cast members this time feature Frank Grillo, David Denman, Sol Rodriguez, and Tim Meadows. With episodes directed by James Gunn, Greg Mottola, Peter Sollett, and Althea Jones. This looks like just as much wacky, weird fun as the first season - bring on the triumphant return of Peacemaker and his pal Eagly. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 9

Warner Bros Reveals 'Godzilla x Kong: Supernova' Now In Production

"Please stand by. Your call is very important to us." Stay on the line and report any giant kaiju you might've seen! Warner Bros & Legendary Pictures has revealed the name of the next epic Godzilla action movie made by Legendary. This next Godzilla x Kong sequel will be called Godzilla x Kong: Supernova, following up Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire in 2024. This next highly anticipated Godzilla sequel just started filming down in Australia - this video reveals the title and also announces that it's now in production (currently shooting at Village Roadshow Studios). Adam Wingard has been replaced by Australian filmmaker Grant Sputore, directing his second feature film after making I Am Mother a few years back. The exciting cast for Supernova includes Kaitlyn Dever, Dan Stevens back as Trapper, Jack O'Connell, Delroy Lindo as a Monarch boss, Matthew Modine, Alycia Debnam-Carey, and THE one-and-only Sam Neill, too. In addition to the video + title reveal, they've announced a phone line you can subscribe to for more updates: "Report a Titan Sighting. Call (240) MON-ARCH." It's set for release in 2027 - stay tuned for more news. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 9

Official Trailer for UK Motherhood Drama 'Lollipop' with Posy Sterling

"You can take whatever you want from me... You're never going to take my child." MetFilm in the UK has unveiled an official trailer for Lollipop, a drama from social realism filmmaker Daisy-May Hudson. This premiered at the 2024 Edinburgh Film Festival in Scotland, and opens in the UK this summer in cinemas nationwide. When young mum Molly is released from prison after serving four months, she assumes it will be a matter of hours before she can pick up her children from foster care. Instead, Molly finds herself in the mother of all catch-22s: she can’t get housing because she doesn’t have her kids living with her; but she can’t get them back without a roof over her head. When Molly reconnects with her childhood friend, and fellow single mother, Amina, the two women join forces and take destiny into their own hands... Starring Posy Sterling as Molly and Idil Ahmed as Amina. This earned great reviews at the fest: "Heartbreaking and heartwarming in turn, while never giving into emotional manipulation, Lollipop celebrates women’s resilience, ingenuity, and strength in the face of systemic oppression." That sounds good. Have a look below. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 9

Horror B-Movie 'Gator Lake' Full Trailer About a Bloodthirsty Alligator

"One lake. One gator. Zero mercy." Brainstorm Media has revealed the official trailer for a horror B-movie called Gator Lake, apparently inspired by a true story of events in 2003 at a real lake in Florida. This first premiered last year under the original title Lake Jesup, and it was also given the full title Lake Jesup: Bonecrusher's Revenge. Not the first vicious alligator movie - there was Crawl a few years ago, and the original Lake Placid as well, time for another one. Florida's Lake Jesup is the most densely infested alligator lake in the entire United States - known by locals as "the place to take your mother-in-law to water ski." This is the story of 13 hellish days on the lake in 2003. Desperate to end the slaughter, Florida authorities made the only logical choice they could: they went to Bubba Coggins, a beer-guzzling, refrigerator-sized ex-con & professional gator wrangler with a checkered past and a knack for kicking ass. His mission? Hunt and kill Bonecrusher to earn redemption... and maybe impress his dead wife's BFF. Starring Sarah Voigt, Danny Nucci, and Derek Russo. Yep this looks as ridiculous as it sounds, but also entertaining enough to watch. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 9

Bonkers 4DX Promo Trailer for 'Final Destination: Bloodlines' Horror

"Each on screen fatality has been synced perfectly with the death chair!" 💀 Warner Bros / New Line have revealed a scary fun 4DX promo trailer for Final Destination: Bloodlines, hitting theaters this month. Including in IMAX and theaters equipped with 4DX immersive experience chairs. "Death is coming for our family." From co-directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein (of Freaks) comes this reinvention of the Final Destination series, a prequel exploring the origins of "Death's twisted sense of justice." This is the 6th movie in the FD horror series so far. In the 1960s, a grandmother predicts the collapse of a building and saves a group of people from death. Decades later, her granddaughter also begins to have visions of the death of her family members and later begins to realize that there is a sequence - it's all connected. Starring Kaitlyn Santa Juana, Teo Briones, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner, Rya Kihlstedt, Anna Lore, Brec Bassinger, and Tony Todd (filmed before he passed away in late 2024). With DP Christian Sebaldt. This is such an unsettling promo - I don't want to die while watching the movie! I'm not a fan of 4DX, but I know many other people love sitting in these moveable chairs. It turns a movie into a crazy theme park ride. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

Official US Trailer for 'Tatami' Film Following an Iranian Judo Fighter

"The entire world is watching you, Leila!" XYZ Films has unveiled an official US trailer for the indie sports drama titled Tatami, which originally premiered at the 2023 Venice Film Festival a few years back where it earned lots of acclaim and great reviews from critics. Finally getting a US release in art house theaters this summer! Midway through the Judo World Championships, Iranian female judo fighter Leila and her coach Maryam receive an ultimatum from the Islamic Republic ordering Leila to fake an injury and lose, lest she be branded a traitor of the state. An intense political thriller described by one of its directors as "a creative statement to the world as thousands of innocent Iranian people are paying with their lives for freedom." This stars Arienne Mandi, Zar Amir Ebrahimi, Jaime Ray Newman, and Ash Goldeh. Presented in B&W in 4:3 (the Academy ratio) to give it a powerful cinematic feel. This is a damn good trailer - ratchets up the tension as it goes on, setting up an invigorating film about never giving up the fight. This is worth a look. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

DreamWorks Animation's 'Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie' Glitzy Trailer

"It's time to get tiny! Let's get this dollhouse back." Universal has unveiled the official trailer for Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie, a DreamWorks Animation production involving live-action and animation. This is a big screen version of the super popular TV series "Gabby's Dollhouse", which first began airing in 2021. This "interactive" series combines live-action and animation, and has Gabby (voiced and portrayed by Laila Lockhart Kraner) and her cat friends (called the Gabby Cats) going on adventures inside the dollhouse. In Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie, Gabby and Grandma Gigi's road trip takes an unexpected turn when Gabby's prized dollhouse ends up with eccentric cat lady Vera - played by Kristen Wiig. Gabby embarks on a adventure to reunite the Gabby Cats and retrieve her beloved dollhouse before it's too late. Laila Lockhart Kraner co-stars with Gloria Estefan as Grandma Gigi, plus Ego Nwodim, Kyle Mooney, and Melissa Villaseñor, as well as Emmy nominee Thomas Lennon, Jason Mantzoukas, and Fortune Feimster. Looks like a fun time for any fans of this series already. Reminds me of the SpongeBob SquarePants moves. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

Animated Series 'Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy' Season 2 Trailer

"Can I borrow your space pirate ship?" Yes! Prime Video has unveiled an official trailer for Season 2 of the animated series called The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, created by Cirocco Dunlap. It's also executive produced by Maya Rudolph and Natasha Lyonne. The first season debuted last year streaming on Prime Video, and the second season will be out for streaming this May in just a few weeks. The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy follows daring surgeons (and inseparable best friends) Dr. Sleech & Dr. Klak, where they frequently risk everything to take on the most dangerous cases in the universe. In Season Two of The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy, doctors Sleech and Klak relish the fame of their recent success until a cyborg journalist starts digging a little too deep into Sleech's past. Featuring the voices of Stephanie Hsu, Keke Palmer, Kieran Culkin, Sam Smith, Maya Rudolph, and Natasha Lyonne. This looks as zany and weird and wacky as the first season, with special guest voice John Waters spicing things up. Have fun! // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

'The Conjuring: Last Rites' Teaser with Vera Farmiga & Patrick Wilson

"Something's changed... Something's different..." Warner Bros has unveiled the first teaser trailer for the horror sequel called The Conjuring: Last Rites, the fourth The Conjuring horror movie in this horror franchise created by James Wan. Set to scare everyone in theaters this September. "Last Case. Last Rites." Paranormal investigators, Ed & Lorraine Warren take on their must disturbing case to date. Jack & Janet Smurl and their family, move into a brand new home they've dreamed of, which became a nightmare as their home begins show signs of demonic infestation. On more freaky story with The Warrens and their family. Vera Farmiga & Patrick Wilson return to co-star alongside Mia Tomlinson and Ben Hardy, who portray Ed and Lorraine’s daughter Judy Warren and her boyfriend, Tony Spera, as well as Steve Coulter returning as Father Gordon. The cast also includes Rebecca Calder, Elliot Cowan, Kíla Lord Cassidy, Beau Gadsdon, John Brotherton, and Shannon Kook. This trailer is as creepy as they come - setting up numerous scares and unsettling shots that will haunt you every day. Maybe even tonight. Tread carefully. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

First Trailer for 'The Old Guard 2' Action Sequel Feat. Charlize Theron

"Every minute is a step towards death..." "Then you're coming with me!" Netflix has revealed the official trailer for The Old Guard 2, an action movie sequel to the 2020 movie The Old Guard. After five years of waiting, the immortal crew is back for more fights. "A battle thousands of years in the making." Andy and her team of immortal warriors return to protect humanity from a formidable new enemy who threatens their existence. Inspired by the graphic novel series, with writer Greg Rucka also co-writing the screenplay for this sequel. After the events of the first movie, Andy grapples with her newfound mortality as a mysterious threat emerges that could jeopardize everything she’s worked towards for thousands of years Directed by Victoria Mahoney, The Old Guard 2 is an emotional, adrenaline-pumping action movie. Starring Charlize Theron, KiKi Layne, Matthias Schoenaerts, Marwan Kenzari, Luca Marinelli, Veronica Ngô, Henry Golding, with Uma Thurman and Chiwetel Ejiofor. I was not a fan of the first movie at all, and this looks even worse. Made-for-TV action with sloppy CGI and worse writing. Nah I'll be skipping this one. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

Owen Wilson is an Ex-Pro Golfer in 'Stick' Sports Comedy Series Trailer

"This game takes and it takes... the game's finally giving me something back!" Apple TV has unveiled an official trailer for a new sports comedy series called Stick, which they're hoping might be the next big hit following Ted Lasso. It has potential! The series is described as a "heartfelt, feel-good comedy about a found family and their relationships set within the world of golf as it has never been shown before." Also kind of funny this arrives right around the same time as Netflix's Happy Gilmore 2 this summer. Owen Wilson stars as Pryce Cahill, an over-the-hill, ex-pro golfer whose career was derailed prematurely 20 years ago. After the collapse of his marriage and getting fired from his job at an Indiana sporting goods store, Pryce hedges his bets, and future, entirely on a troubled 17-year-old golf phenom named Santi. The cast includes Peter Dager, Marc Maron, Mariana Treviño, Lilli Kay, Judy Greer, and Timothy Olyphant, and also features guest appearances from golf superstars such as Collin Morikawa, Keegan Bradley, Max Homa, Wyndham Clark and more. This looks properly fun and amusing. Who knew golf could be this entertaining? // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

Indigenous Brazilian Forest Guardians in 'We Are Guardians' Doc Trailer

"Gunmen or loggers will kill me for anything." Horrifying! All because they're defending their own land. An official trailer is available online for an inspiring documentary film titled We Are Guardians, following the Indigenous forest protectors of the Amazon. After playing at film festivals for the past 2 years, this is finally ready for release in theaters this summer. A poignant portrayal of the diverse group of native people who endeavour to save what is left of the Brazilian Amazon. It dissects the economic drivers that fuel large-scale environmental destruction, while exposing the corruption. These "guardians" risk their lives to fend off illegal loggers and land invaders. Shot in a close, character-driven vérité style, the film explores the complex intersections of politics, history, economics, and science, shedding light on the actual global implications of deforestation in one of the world’s most vital ecosystems. It's extremely sad. Yet despite the tragedy, the film is trying to be a powerful story of hope and resilience amid an unfolding environmental crisis, as the Tembé and Guajajara people persist in their struggle to preserve their ancestral lands. I stand with them! Fight on. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 8

Second Trailer for NYC Movie 'Materialists' Pascal & Evans & Johnson

"You make me feel valuable." "You are valuable." A24 has unveiled the second trailer for the new romantic drama film Materialists, the second feature film made by writer / director Celine Song following her extraordinary film Past Lives. It's not The Materialists, just simply Materialists, about a few fancy people who live in the big city. This time Dakota Johnson is the star – Lucy's expertise in matchmaking is highly sought after by those willing to pay a price for her services, including New York City elites. The story follows her as she gets involved in a love triangle in the Big Apple, in this charming, sultry romantic comedy from Celine Song. A young, ambitious New York City matchmaker finds herself torn between the perfect match and her imperfect ex. Featuring Dakota Johnson as Lucy, along with Chris Evans and Pedro Pascal as her boys, Zoë Winters, Marin Ireland, Dasha Nekrasova, Louisa Jacobson, & Sawyer Spielberg. This new trailer features a really bad voiceover, which is unnecessary, but hey I guess they want it to be a hit with audiences beyond the usual A24 geeks. A "fresh take on the math of modern love." Have a peek below. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

One More US Trailer for Van Damme's 'The Gardener' Action Comedy

"El Sergio is backo!" Blue Fox Ent. has revealed an official US trailer for a fun French action comedy called The Gardener, finally getting released in the US this summer. We posted the original French trailer for this film last December because it debuted streaming on Prime Video only in France earlier this year. The movie stars Jean-Claude Van Damme as Léo, an enigmatic gardener whose skills extend far beyond landscape maintenance. The story draws viewers into a murky affair of political elimination orchestrated by high level government. Serge holds a state secret. He, his family, and his gardener Leo appear on a government death list. They attempt to devise a plan to stay alive while mercenaries hunt them. The cast includes Michaël Youn, Nawell Madani, Carla Poquin, and rapper Kaaris. It is sort of a John Wick riff, about a simple guy who's actually an assassin. Though it seems more like The Beekeeper with JCVD. It looks exceptionally dumb - even the action isn't exciting. And this trailer has awful English dubbing on top of the French. Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

Julianne Moore & Sydney Sweeney in Unsettling 'Echo Valley' Trailer

"I won't let anything happen to you..." Apple TV+ has revealed the official trailer for Echo Valley, a film directed by Michael Pearce (of Beast, Encounter) and produced by Ridley Scott. Apple is sending this one straight to streaming starting this June this summer. A mother and daughter are bound by a dark secret... Julianne Moore and Sydney Sweeney star in Echo Valley - from writer Brad Ingelsby. Kate is dealing with a personal tragedy while owning and training horses in Echo Valley, an isolated and picturesque place, when her daughter, Claire, arrives at her doorstep – frightened, trembling and covered in someone else's blood. What did she do? How far will Kate go to protect her? Find out in this dark, disquieting thriller. The impressive cast also includes Domhnall Gleeson, Fiona Shaw, Edmund Donovan, Albert Jones, and Kyle MacLachlan. This trailer reveals exactly what's going on - she killed her boyfriend, they try to get rid of him, one weird guy knows what she did, etc. Where will all this lead? What will happen to each of them? // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

Scary Full Trailer for 'Dangerous Animals' Serial Killer + Sharks Thriller

"Tell me that ain't the greatest show on Earth." IFC Films has revealed the official trailer for Dangerous Animals, an unsettling horror thriller by filmmaker Sean Byrne - best known for his other two horror films The Loved Ones and The Devil's Candy. This is his first feature since 2015, and it's premiering at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival this month. When Zephyr, a savvy & free-spirited surfer, is abducted by a shark-obsessed serial killer and held captive on his boat, she must figure out how to escape before he carries out a ritualistic feeding to the sharks below. Starring Jai Courtney as the killer, Hassie Harrison as the surfer, along with Josh Heuston and Ella Newton. Trapped on a killer's boat with hungry sharks circling below, a surfer must outwit and escape from a predator more dangerous than the ocean itself – will she successfully escape, or become the next offering? Sean Byrne returns with his third visceral feature – in theaters this June. Is he training these sharks? Or just feeding girls to them? What is this wacko up to on this rusty boat? // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

Margaret Qualley & Aubrey Plaza's Crime Comedy 'Honey Don't!' Trailer

"I help people, Ms. O’Donahue. I see a need, and I fill it." "You see a need and you exploit it." Ha! Focus Features has revealed their official trailer for Honey Don't!, a surprise crime comedy made by Ethan Coen (half of the Coen Brothers) arriving to watch at the end of summer. This is premiering at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival in their Midnight section - starting next week. Then it opens in US theaters later in August this summer. Honey Don't! is a dark comedy about Honey O’Donahue, a small-town private investigator, who delves into a series of strange deaths tied to a mysterious church. Set in Bakersfield, California, the film focuses on a private investigator (Qualley), a cult leader (Evans), and a "mystery woman" (Plaza). That's all they've revealed about it! Starring Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Charlie Day, and Chris Evans. Along with Talia Ryder, Billy Eichner, Don Swayze, and Lera Abova. Helluva cast! A kooky concept! Coen quirks! Yeah I'm down. Looks like a kinky fun time - reminds me of Fargo with a few new twists. Dive in. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

Full Trailer for Stephen King's 'The Long Walk' Film with David Jonsson

"Walk... until there's only one of you left. Who's ready to win?!" Holy crap this looks intense! Lionsgate has revealed the first official trailer for The Long Walk, a riveting thriller from filmmakers Francis Lawrence & JT Mollner. From master storyteller Stephen King’s first-written novel, and Francis Lawrence, director of The Hunger Games franchise films comes this grueling story of boys out on a never-ending walk. In the near future, where America has become a police state, one hundred boys are selected to enter an annual contest where the winner will be awarded whatever he wants for the rest of his life. The game is simple - maintain a steady walking pace of four miles per hour without stopping. Three warnings, and you're out - permanently. Featuring a poster inspired by the original 1979 book cover. Starring Cooper Hoffman (from Saturday Night), David Jonsson (from Alien: Romulus), Garrett Wareing, Tut Nyuot, Charlie Plummer, Ben Wang, Roman Griffin Davis, Jordan Gonzalez, Joshua Odjick, Josh Hamilton, with Judy Greer, and Mark Hamill. Damn this looks good! Was not expecting TWO Stephen King adaptations (also see The Life of Chuck) to be some of the best movies of 2025, but here we go. I'll be there opening night for this one. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

The Third Crisis Nears - Sci-Fi Series 'Foundation' Season 3 Teaser

"If we fail... humanity will be lost forever. We act – or we lose." Let's go back again! Apple TV has revealed the teaser trailer for Foundation - Season 3, continuing this spectacular sci-fi series based on the Isaac Asimov books. "The future is worth fighting for." After premiering in 2021 and continuing in 2023, Season 3 is ready for launch on July 11th this summer. Set 152 years after the events of Season 2, the Foundation has become increasingly established far beyond its humble beginnings while the Cleonic Dynasty's Empire has dwindled. As both of these galactic powers forge an uneasy alliance, a threat to the entire galaxy appears in the fearsome form of a warlord known as "The Mule". Season 3 continues the epic chronicle of a band of exiles on their monumental journey to save humanity and rebuild civilization amid the fall of the Galactic Empire. "It's anyone's guess who will win, who will lose, who will live, and who will die as Hari Seldon, Gaal Dornick, the Cleons, and Demerzel play a potentially deadly game of intergalactic chess." Starring Jared Harris, Lee Pace, and Lou Llobell returning again. With Cherry Jones, Brandon P. Bell, Synnøve Karlsen, Cody Fern, Tómas Lemarquis, Alexander Siddig, Troy Kotsur, & Pilou Asbæk. I adore this series! One of the best sci-fi shows - can't wait to keep watching more. Will Cleon's Empire finally fall? // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 7

Official Trailer for 'Deaf President Now!' Inspiring Documentary Film

"We couldn't accept a leader who didn't understand our world." This is the entirely true, unfiltered story of the greatest civil rights movement most people have never heard of. Apple TV has unveiled the first trailer for the documentary titled Deaf President Now!, which premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival to tons of acclaim. In 1988, Deaf students at the historic Gallaudet University (the oldest Deaf school in the world at 161 years - located in Washington D.C.) protested for 8 days until the school appointed its first Deaf president, Dr. I. King Jordan, marking a pivotal moment for disability rights and representation. This is their story. It's extraordinary! I was blown away by this film! Deaf President Now! has exclusive interviews with the five key figures of the movement, including the Gallaudet Four — Jerry Covell, Bridgetta Bourne-Firl, Tim Rarus, Greg Hlibok — alongside I. King Jordan, as well as archival and scripted elements. The film also incorporates an experimental narrative approach called Deaf Point of View, using impressionistic visual photography and intricate sound design to thrust the audience into the Deaf experience. I'm quoted in this trailer from my Sundance review. I have been telling everyone to see this film! It's profoundly inspiring. // Continue Reading ›

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FirstShowing.net firstshowing.bsky.social · May 6

Official Trailer for Qasim Basir's 'To Live and Die and Live' Detroit Film

"We are here to live with everything you've got..." Samuel Goldwyn Films has revealed an official trailer for To Live and Die and Live, a unique indie film set in Detroit from filmmaker Qasim Basir. This initially premiered in 2023 at the Sundance Film Festival and will finally be released this year - starting in limited theaters this month. Muhammad returns home to Detroit to bury his stepfather and is thrust into settling his accounts, but Muhammad’s struggles with depression and addiction may finish him before he finishes the task. Muhammad has returned for the funeral, but his own battle with addiction, which he hides from the world, drives him to immediately fade away into the sultry, late-night, drug-saturated after-hours of Detroit and an equally intoxicating romantic relationship. One of the most stunning contemporary films shot in Detroit. Starring Amin Joseph as Muhammad, with Skye P. Marshall, Omari Hardwick, Cory Hardrict, Dana Gourrier, Maryam Basir, and Samantha Basir. I saw this at Sundance and it's very good - an emotionally affecting, intimate, vulnerable film about growing up and finding peace. Worth a look. // Continue Reading ›

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