The big summer holiday weekend is upon us and the studios are releasing everything and the kitchen sink to draw us into the theaters. With Tarzan, the newest Purge, Election Year and a new family film, Disney’s The BFG, directed by Steven Spielberg. Which is very fitting on the celebration of Roald Dahl’s 100-year birthday.
Penelope Wilson
Mark Rylance
Spielberg & Barnhill
We got to sit in and chat with director Spielberg and the stars of The BFG, Mark Rylance, Penelope Wilson, and Ruby Barnhill. And during the question and answers, Spielberg made our friend Louis Lecca of Nuke the Fridge day. So, listen in and find out what happened. They are some GREAT interviews.
The Legend of Tarzan I’ve always been a fan of Tarzan movies and now we have a new one, Warner Bros’ new version of The Legend of Tarzan.
The things that this Tarzan has going for it is, Margot Robbie as Jane. She’s a Jane to champion. And the film is virtually beautiful; it makes you want to visit the Congo.
The actual storyline is weak; there are a few wholes here and there. But for me, the action made up for it.
The film, directed by David Yates (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2), stars Alexander Skarsgård, Samuel L. Jackson, Christoph Waltz, John Hurt, Djimon Hounsou, and Jim Broadbent.
The Legend of Tarzan in theaters on July 1. — A.O.
The Purge: Election Year The Purge franchise is back, with “Election Year,” and this follow up is wilder than previous ones. And even though it wasn’t planned, it’s interesting since we are in a crazy election year. Plus this one has more humor than I expected…but just as scary.
It’s been two years since Leo Barnes (Frank Grillo) stopped himself from a regrettable act of revenge on Purge Night. Now serving as head of security for Senator Charlie Roan (Elizabeth Mitchell), his mission is to protect her in a run for president and survive the annual ritual that targets the poor and innocent.
Other cast members include JJ Soria, Mykelti Williamson, Edwin Hodge, Betty Gabriel, Liza Colón-Zayas, and directed by James DeMonaco.
The Purge: Election Year in theaters on July 1. — A.O.
From the creators of Shrek comes the most smart, funny, irreverent animated comedy of the year, DreamWorks’ Trolls.
The synopsis: stars Anna Kendrick as Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch, played by Justin Timberlake. Together, this unlikely pair of Trolls must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they’ve ever known.
The film stars the voice talent of Russell Brand, James Corden, Kunal Nayyar, Ron Funches, Icona Pop, Gwen Stefani and many more. And it features original music from Justin Timberlake.
For fans of Difficult People, the series second season premieres on Tuesday, July 12 with two episodes. Then streaming weekly until Tuesday, September 6 with the season finale. So you have 10 episodes to enjoy.
Cast: Julie Klausner, Billy Eichner, Andrea Martin, James Urbaniak, Gabourey Sidibe, and Cole Escola. Guest Stars: Tina Fey, Nathan Lane, Julianne Moore, Debbie Harry, Amy Sedaris, Joel McHale, Megan Hilty, John Mulaney, Real Housewives of New York’s Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan, Sandra Bernhard, Mark Consuelos, Fred Armisen, Method Man, and many others.
Rihanna shares her love for Star Trek and how she’s honored to have her song “Sledgehammer” be part of the new film. Directed by Justin Lin and starring Idris Elba, Chris Pine, Simon Pegg, Zachary Quinto, Zoë Saldaña, John Cho, Anton Yelchin and Karl Urban. Star Trek Beyond is coming to theaters July 22.
We are remembering Roald Dahl’s on his 100 year birthday, with a look back of films based on his stories. Here is a list of Dahl’s works for children; James and the Giant Peach, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The Witches, Fantastic Mr Fox, The BFG, The Twits and George’s Marvellous Medicine.
And now, with the release of Disney’s The BFG, directed by Steven Spielberg, it seems appropriate to celebrate. In theaters July 1.
Giveaway! In SIX CITIES, we have a few pairs of an advance screening of The Purge: Election Year!
Download a first-come, first-served screening pass by clicking on the link to your city below. Screenings will take place on Tuesday, June 28(Have your pass ready to show at the door).
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We have FREE, FRONT-OF-THE-LINE TICKETS for special screenings of The Legend of Tarzan in TEN DIFFERENT CITIES…but only if you act RIGHT NOW!
…and this give-away is happening fast! WE NEED TO GET AN E-MAIL FROM YOU BY 6P PACIFIC TIME SUNDAY, JUNE 26 TO QUALIFY! Yeah, that fast!
ALL ABOUT THESE SPECIAL SCREENINGS:
We have FOUR PAIRS OF TICKETS for screenings in TEN DIFFERENT CITIES:
Chicago • Dallas • El Paso • Houston • Los Angeles
• Miami • New York City • Phoenix • San Diego • San Jose
…all at 7:30P local time on Wednesday, June 29! (And winners* must arrive by 6:50P!), PLEASE SHARE with #LegendOfTarzan #SeFijaOnline
Important note: Screening tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable, and have a cash value of $0.00
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It’s going to be a fantastical experience…and all you have to do is click here!
**Each winner can bypass all lines and will be guaranteed 2 seats as long as they arrive by 6:50P. Seats are forfeited to general winners after this time.
The Shallows has a lot going for it. It is suspenseful, has a little humor, and its fright value works. Blake Lively is pretty good and she was a bit of a badass on a rock with a bird pal called Steven Seagull.
This is the third film of director Jaume Collet-Serra that I’ve watched and enjoyed. It’s no Jaws, but now the new generation has their own. The only thing I would have liked more is if it had ended without the “One Year Later” scene. The film is visually beautiful.
The Shallows stars Óscar Jaenada, and Brett Cullen. The film is in theaters June 24. — A.O.
T-b: Alfonso Herrera, Adriana Fonseca, Kurt Egyiawan, Vannessa Vasquez, Hannah Kasulka, Geena Davis and Angela Ortíz
We got a chance to screen an episode of the new FOX series, The Exorcist. And it was so much more than I expected.
At the little soiree after the screening I got to be part of a conversation with the iconic Geena Davis, who stars in the series along with Alfonso Herrera, who plays a pivotal role as Father Tomas Ortega.
Alfonso Herrera
Geena Davis
Now check out the photos and listen in on the conversations.
FOX’ The Exorcist series premiere’s September 23. — A.O.
