Saban’s Power Rangers! It’s Morphin Time!
The Power Rangers press conference was fun and full of some good stories from the young cast that was present, Ludi Lin, Becky G, Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott, RJ Cyler and the more seasoned talent like Elizabeth Banks, Bill Hader, director Dean Israelite, and writer John Gatins.
I enjoyed the film it brought back many wonderful memories of watching the television series with my young son and putting his Power Ranger action figures away at bedtime.
There wasn’t a lot of morphin in this film but once it happened; it was very cool and exciting to watch. Now check out a few short video snippets of the day. Power Rangers in theaters on March 24. — A.O.
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Michael Peña Talks to Us About Chips
Angela Ortíz and Michael Peña
©2016 Angela María Ortíz S.
Chips, two words, crude and hilarious! I remember the original television show and this is not it, but that’s ok. I have to admit, I laughed much more than I expected to.
The plot: Jon Baker (Shepard) and Frank Ponch Poncherello (Peña) have just joined the California Highway Patrol (CHP) in Los Angeles, but for very different reasons. Baker is a beaten-up former pro motorbiker trying to put his life and marriage back together. Poncherello is a cocky undercover Federal agent investigating a multi-million dollar heist that may be an inside job-inside the CHP.
I always enjoy Michael Peña’s work and Dax Shepard is not a bad director and it looks like it was a fun shoot, “It was a 45 day party.”
Michael Peña
We got to chat with Michael. He got to do a few of his stunts after learning to ride the bike. He also gave us an update to the next Ant Man movie. Click the audio and enjoy our funny back and forth.
Starring Dax Shepard (writer), Kristen bell, Jessica McNamee, Ryan Hansen, Rosa Salazar, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Adam Brody.
Chips in theaters March 24. It’s not for little kids, definitely adult humor.
Lowriders in theaters May 12
Here’s an early clip from Lowriders, starring Demián Bichir, Theo Rossi, Eva Longoria, Melissa Benoist, Gabriel Chavarria, Tony Revolori, and David Fernandez Jr.
Jordana Brewster Psych’s You Out on Lethal Weapon
Press day with Jordana Brewster
Photos: ©2017 Angela María Ortíz S. and Isis Velazquez
My first interview with Jordana Brewster was fun. We talked about her character Maureen Cahill dealing with character Martin Riggs (Clayne Crawford) who is a crazy good cop. And what she favors, film or television? Also you can listen to our interviews with Damon Wayans, where Crawford did most of the talking, and Johnathan Fernandez at the 2017 Winter TCA.
Johnathan Fernandez
Wayans & Crawford
Lethal Weapon is on FOX at 8P and it stars Keesha Sharp, Kevin Rahm, Chandler Kinney, Dante Brown, and in recurring roles Richard Cabral, Tony Plana and Floriana Lima. For the fans of the show, Lethal Weapon has been renewed for a second season.
Angela Ortíz with Richard Cabral, Johnathan Fernandez and Clayne Crawford with the Latino press last fall.
Stephen Moyer, Tristan Mack Wilds Talk FOX’s Shots Fired
Stephen Moyer and Tristan Mack Wilds
Photos: ©2017 Wendy Pineda
At the 2017 Winter TCA, we got a chance to talk to Stephen Moyer (True Blood) and Tristan Mack Wilds (90210) who told us about their roles in FOX’s new crime drama, Shots Fired.
The ten episodes format examines the dangerous aftermath of two racially charged shootings in a small southern town and a serious autopsy of our criminal justice system with leads, Sanaa Lathan and Stephan James.
Stephan James and Sanaa Lathan
The show has some well known talent attached to it too, starting with Helen Hunt, Richard Dreyfuss, Aisha Hinds, Will Patton, Jill Hennessy, Manny Perez, and many more.
Moyer & Wilds
The show premieres on March 22 at 8P. Now listen in on Jose Torres (EstrellasenLA.com), Jesus Figueroa (ThisFunktional.com) and Angela Ortíz (sefijaonline.com) ask the questions and getting the answers.
The Fate of the Furious in Theaters April 14
The eight film in the franchise goes like this: Now that Dom (Vin Diesel) and Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) are on their honeymoon, Brian and Mia have retired from the game, and the rest of the crew has been exonerated, the globetrotting team has found a semblance of a normal life. But when a mysterious woman seduces Dom back into a world of crime that he can’t seem to escape, the crew will face trials that will test them as never before.
Beauty and the Beast Press Day in Photographs
L-r: Alan Menken, Audra McDonald, Bill Condon, Dan Stevens, Emma Watson, Luke Evans, Josh Gad and Gugu Mbatha Raw
Josh Gad, Alan Menken and Luke Evans
All in all, I enjoyed the film. The music was great, it made me want to go back and watch the animated version again.
One of the things that bothered me was the time lapse close to the end; it felt rushed. But most won’t notice it and it will be a hit.
We thought we would share some images from our press day, a little performance treat we got with Josh Gad (LeFou), Alan Menken (songwriter) and Luke Evans (Gaston).
Present at our press day was Emma Watson (Belle), Dan Stevens (Beast), Audra McDonald (Madame Garderobe), Gugu Mbatha Raw (Plumette), and director Bill Condon. — A.O.
Photos: ©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
Audra McDonald, Bill Condon and Dan Stevens
The Belko Experiment is A Bloody Mess
Director Greg McLean
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
If you enjoy bloody scenes, this horror film is for you. The Belko Experiment has enough funny and suspense to keep you watching. The guy behind it is no other than writer/producer, James Gunn, who told us about working with small independent film budgets compared to big blockbusters and what Guardian of the Galaxy 2 means to him.
Michael Rooker and Sean Gunn
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
Adria Arjona
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
John Gallagher Jr.
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
James Gunn
©2017 Angela María Ortíz S.
They are many familiar faces in this movie, whose characters have to make some hard choices.
James Gunn
John Gallagher
The plot: On what appears to be a normal day at Belko Industries, Belko employees are horrified when they find out that they’ve become guinea pigs in a company-wide experiment which will lead them to either kill their fellow employees or be murdered themselves.
Adria Arjona
Sean Gunn
Michael Rooker
Greg McLean
We caught up with a few of cast; Sean Gunn, Michael Rooker, Adria Arjona who told us about the character she plays in the upcoming Pacific Rim: Uprising, John Gallagher Jr., and director Greg McLean. Now listen in on the fun conversations, just click on any of the audio buttons. The film also stars Tony Goldwyn, John C. McGinley, and Melanie Diaz.
The Belko Experiment in theaters March 17. — A.O.
Un Lugar en el Caribe Trailer
The story: Gael (José Zuñiga), a Latin-American writer travels to Isla de Roatán, Honduras to finish his novel and finds love at first sight. Sofia and her father missed their cruise and are forced to stay in the wonderful island—three love stories told around this magical place.
Honduran writer/director Juan Carlos Fanconi brings an international cast together for his latest project, Un Lugar en el Caribe (A Place in the Caribbean). Starring José Zuñiga (Honduras), Gabriela de la Garza (México), Lali González (Paraguay), Rodrigo Guirao Díaz (Argentina), Daniel Zacapa (Honduras), Ana Clara Carranza (Costa Rica), Jamie Bernadette (USA), and Gastón Pauls (Argentina).
ANGELA MARÍA ORTÍZ S. PHOTOGRAPHY
Blu-ray and DVD Releases
Marvel Studios’
Captain America: Brave New World storms onto digital platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home on April 15, before making its triumphant debut on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD May 13.
Synopsis: In Marvel Studios’ Captain America: Brave New World, Sam Wilson (Anthony Mackie)–who now wields the shield of Captain America after events in The Falcon and The Winter Soldier–meets with newly elected U.S. president Thaddeus Ross (Harrison Ford) and soon finds himself in the middle of an international incident. In a race against time, Sam must discover the reason behind a nefarious global plot before the true mastermind has the entire world seeing red.
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Tombstone 4K Blu-ray, UHD/BD Combo + Digital + Steelbook arrives on April 22.
Synopsis: Every town has a story—Tombstone has a legend. Experience the explosive, action-packed battle on 4K Ultra HD. U.S. Marshall Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell), his brothers (Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton) and the outrageous Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer) band together to bring law to the lawless in a notorious showdown at the O.K. Corral. The star-studded cast also includes Dana Delany, Jason Priestley, and Michael Biehn in an epic story of Wild West justice. Directed by George P. Cosmatos.
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Abbott Elementary: The Complete Third Season on DVD is available now!
From Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. Follow the lives of the staff we have grown to know and love working at Willard R. Abbott Elementary School, and go down memory lane with all 14 hilarious, wholesome and “educational” episodes from the third season.
Synopsis: It’s the season for change for the teachers of Abbott Elementary. Janine leads ambitious growth initiatives for the school while navigating personal and professional challenges. Gregory embraces his role as the “cool” teacher. Ava surprises with moments of unexpected leadership. From Career Day to a heartfelt end-of-year celebration, the Abbott staff prove that with teamwork- and Janine’s relentless drive-they can handle anything.
The cast includes Quinta Brunson as Janine Teagues, Tyler James Williams as Gregory Eddie, Janelle James as Ava Coleman, Lisa Ann Walter as Melissa Schemmenti, Chris Perfetti as Jacob Hill, William Stanford Davis as Mr. Johnson, and Sheryl Lee Ralph as Barbara Howard.
Favorite Shot of the Day
Podcast
You can also listen to any episode of all of the podcast at thebradmunson.com
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