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Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays from FirstShowing's Movie Lovers
Joyeux Noel! Gledelig Jul! Frohe Weihnachten! Mele Kalikimaka! From all of us at FirstShowing.net, we want to wish every one our readers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Holidays! Whether you're in hanging out at home alone, spending the time with family or friends, or just with your partner; or whether it's snowing or sunny where you are, we hope you have a lovely weekend full of relaxation and warmth and smiles. Despite all the turmoil and troubles throughout this year, movies have still kept us entertained and excited. Thanks for reading and thanks for following FS throughout this year. And the past few years. It has been a tough year for websites, especially independent ones like this. As always, the movies and the movie lovers are what keep us going. Even if this summer's big movies weren't that memorable, end of the year surprises like Godzilla: Minus One, The Iron Claw, and The Holdovers make up for it. Stay safe, stay happy, stay sane movie lovers. News and trailers always slow down during the holidays, but we'll be operating at full-speed again once it is 2024. Keep an eye out for a few more updates leading us right into the New Year.
› Posted on December 25 in To Watch | Comments
Watch: Sleepy Skunk's 2023 Movie Trailer Mashup Recap of the Year
"Just remember, the thing you're running from is almost always the thing you're running towards." We're all running towards the movie theater - right?? Happy Holidays movie buffs! It's time for a look back at the year in movies. Our good friend the "Sleepy Skunk" has released his annual end-of-the-year recap video - the 2023 Movie Trailer Mashup - utilizing footage from every major movie trailer released throughout 2023 edited together to make you laugh and grin and get all emotional. Louis, who makes this mashup every year, puts a lot of time and effort into making sure this plays perfectly. I'm delighted to see him include clips from films like Scrapper, Godzilla: Minus One, Skinamarink, Sanctuary, BlackBerry, La Chimera, The Boy and the Heron, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, & so many others. One of his best - click play below.
› Posted on December 20 in Looking Back, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
New Trailer for Black & White Version of Japan's 'Godzilla: Minus One'
"Live and resist in a world of black and white." Toho in Japan has unveiled plans to release a special black & white version of Godzilla: Minus One in theaters in January 2024 in Japan. The studio has dubbed this new version as "Godzilla-1.0/C", meaning Godzilla Minus One/Minus Color. It's a "monochrome video version" that will be playing in theaters - only in Japan for now, but perhaps later in the US. One can hope! Post war Japan is at its lowest point when a new crisis emerges in the form of a giant monster, baptized in the horrific power of the atomic bomb. This epic action sci-fi movie stars Ryunosuke Kamiki, Minami Hamabe, Yuki Yamada, Munetaka Aoki, Hidetaka Yoshioka, Sakura Ando, Kuranosuke Sasaki. This is the latest B&W release of a great action movie, following Mad Max: Fury Road and The Mist, among others. It's actually much more of a throwback to the first 1954 Gojira movie, which was originally in B&W anyway. This is an awesome trailer, properly evoking that classic 1954 feel. This movie rules! Go see it again.
› Posted on December 20 in Foreign Films, Sci-Fi, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Third Official Trailer for 'Dune: Part Two' - In Theaters March 1, 2024
"I see possible futures, all at once. And in so many futures, our enemies prevail. I do see a way…" Warner Bros has debuted the third trailer for Dune: Part Two, the epic sequel to Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Dune. Now set to open in theaters at the start of March 2024, after being delayed from this fall. This epic sci-fi sequel will continue the journey of Paul Atreides, now united with Chani and the Fremen. As he seeks revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can predict - by confronting the Emperor of the Universe himself. The ensemble cast features Timothée Chalamet as Paul, with Austin Butler as Feyd-Rautha, Zendaya, Florence Pugh, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Christopher Walken as the Emperor Shaddam IV, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Léa Seydoux, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, and Javier Bardem. Easily the best trailer of them all so far (first and second here), with so much emotion and action packaged into this. It's jaw-dropping awesome, and this should launch the buzz for this movie through the roof. I'm so ready for this!! March is going to be worth the wait. Get IMAX tickets booked ASAP - this is going to blow us all away.
› Posted on December 12 in Sci-Fi, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Teaser Trailer for 'Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver' Sci-Fi Sequel
"Their nightmare is us - fighting together to defend something we love." It's a Zack Snyder holiday! Netflix has unveiled the first look teaser trailer for Rebel Moon - Part Two: The Scargiver, the second half of Zack Snyder's epic sci-fi saga. The first half, titled Rebel Moon - Part One: A Child of Fire, is now playing on Netflix worldwide after a few quick 70mm screenings this month in a few cities. There is also supposedly an R-rated "Director's Cut" arriving next year (if you want more). Rebel Moon is an original Zack Snyder creation, a Star Wars-esque sci-fi thriller about a ragtag team of rebels. In a universe controlled by a corrupt militaristic government, the moon of Veldt is threatened by the forces of the Imperium, the army of the Mother World controlled by "Regent Balisarius". Sofia Boutella stars as Kora, a former member of the Imperium who rallies warriors from across the galaxy to fight back. Part Two features an ensemble cast lead by Djimon Hounsou, Ed Skrein, Michiel Huisman, Doona Bae, Ray Fisher, Anthony Hopkins as the voice of "Jimmy", Staz Nair, Fra Fee, Cleopatra Coleman, Stuart Martin, Ingvar Sigurðsson, & Charlotte Maggi. They still need to finish the fight! Glad it's only a few months of waiting to see Part Two.
› Posted on December 25 in Sci-Fi, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Watch: Nicholas Hoult Stars in Rolling Stones' 'Mess It Up' Music Video
"You think I'll mess it up, mess it up, mess it up all for you; You think I'm really, really, really gonna really make your dreams come true…" There's a new music video out that is worth a watch. If you haven't heard already, The Rolling Stones have released a brand new album this year called "Hackney Diamonds" - the first album of original material by the Rolling Stones since 2005's "A Bigger Bang." The music video is for the track known as "Mess It Up" and it's directed by the talented filmmaker Calmatic, also known for directing the recent House Party and White Men Can't Jump remakes. It features actor Nicholas Hoult getting angry at his relationship and running out her, thinking she messed it up, only to dance around and realize that he messed it up. It's actually pretty cool - always nice to see a good narrative with some strong cinematography in a music video. Fire it up and watch Hoult grow a beard over the course of a few minutes.
› Posted on December 24 in Short Film, To Watch | Comments
Review: 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret' is a Pleasant Surprise
Kelly Fremon Craig's coming-of-age comedy adaptation Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret had long been lodged in my film viewing schedule, yet somehow managed to elude me when it first opened (back in April 2023), ultimately succumbing to the abyss of missed watches. The noticeable awards season buzz surrounding Rachel McAdams' performance, coupled with a multitude of overwhelmingly positive opinions, compelled me to place it as a top priority viewing before the year's end. Gratitude is owed to everyone who shared wonderful feedback, for this turned out to be one of the most pleasantly surprising movies of 2023.
› Posted on December 22 in Review | Comments
Nathan Fielder Debuts the 'Fliplanthropy' Pilot from 'The Curse' Series
Showtime has slipped out the original pilot episode of Fliplanthropy, the TV series within the show The Curse that is streaming now on Showtime / Paramount+. This is hilarious! This A24 / Showtime series is a crazy brilliant satire called The Curse, a strange "genre-bending" creation straight from the mad genius minds of Nathan Fielder and filmmaker Benny Safdie (one half of the Safdie Brothers). Here's the intro to Fliplanthropy: Whitney and Asher Siegel are a newlywed couple struggling to bring their vision for eco-conscious housing to the small community of Española, New Mexico. But their efforts are complicated when an eccentrically flawed reality TV producer, Dougie, sees an opportunity in their story. As the series unfolds, the couple find themselves caught in a mysterious web of ethical and moral gray zones – all while trying to keep their relationship afloat. Starring Emma Stone, Nathan Fielder, Benny Safdie. I've already been watching The Curse and it's so awkward and uncomfortable and ingenious in its mockery of the reality TV culture. This is just a fun way for the series to gain extra attention & get people curious. It's worth a watch.
› Posted on December 22 in Streaming, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Watch: 'Creating the Penguin for Batman Returns' Stan Winston Video
"Why is there always someone who brings eggs and tomatoes to a speech?" Who remembers this iconic line? One of the most strikingly strange character designs ever to grace the big screen was The Penguin in Tim Burton's 1992 sequel Batman Returns (his successful follow up to 1989's Batman). This 90s comic book movie starred Danny DeVito as the fish eatin', wise crackin' DC villain - one of the most disgusting characters that haunted me when I was growing up. Still gives me the willies. The legendary Stan Winston and his team at Stan Winston Studio were hired to create a number of unique special effects for Batman Returns, having worked with Tim Burton before, with a focus on The Penguin. Winston is one of the best in the business, and his work is still impressive. Now 31 years later, the Stan Winston School of Character Arts website has posted a fascianting making of look back at the process of designing, creating, and perfecting the Oswald Cobblepot character. This is for all the movie geeks who enjoy getting a peek behind-the-scenes.
› Posted on December 22 in DC Movies, Featurette, To Watch | Comments
Official Trailer for 'Scrambled' Directed By & Starring Leah McKendrick
"What if I screw this up? I don't even know if I want kids!" Lionsgate has unveiled the trailer for another new sex comedy called Scrambled, marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Leah McKendrick. Thirty-something Nellie Robinson is your quintessential eternal bridesmaid. When a doctor visit reveals her fertility may be in jeopardy, she stares down the barrel of a future without options and decides to freeze her eggs. The arduous (and pricey) process sends her on a journey of self-examination, confronting past lovers, dreams and regrets, and ultimately bringing her face to face with the one she’s meant to be with forever: Herself. Starring Leah McKendrick as Nellie, Ego Nwodim, Andrew Santino, Adam Rodriguez, Laura Cerón, and Clancy Brown. This received mostly positive reviews at the fest, praising the structure: "the film has quick quips, good timing, and tight pacing." Looks like it is honest & fun with plenty of spunk.
› Posted on December 22 in To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Maddie Ziegler Stars in Canadian Sex Comedy 'Fitting In' Trailer #2
"You're still you. Ad I think you're pretty perfect just the way you are." Blue Fox Ent. has revealed another official US trailer for an indie coming-of-age comedy titled Fitting In, made by Canadian filmmaker Molly McGlynn (view the Canadian trailer here). This first premiered at the 2023 SXSW Film Festival, and it also played at the TIFF, Calgary, and Vancouver Film Fests up in Canada this year. A teen girl is diagnosed with a reproductive condition that upends her plans to have a sex life, propelling her to explore unusual methods. Her relationships are also challenged with everyone in her life, but most importantly, herself. This is a semi-autobiographical feature that's also executive produced / presented by Janelle Monáe. McGlynn's Fitting In stars Maddie Ziegler as Lindy, with Emily Hampshire, Djouliet Amara, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, and Ki Griffin. This is a toned down version of the other trailer, because they can't put in the dialogue here about why the "fitting in" title is a perfectly clever title for this film. I hope US audiences still give it a look.
› Posted on December 22 in Indies, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Official Trailer for Extensive Music Doc Series 'Willie Nelson & Family'
"Any song that Willie has written, he's lived it." Paramount+ has debuted their new biopic doc series called Willie Nelson & Family, available for streaming this week on their Paramount+ service. This originally premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival earlier in the year, playing in their new Series section. The first authorized work exploring the extraordinary life of Willie Nelson traverses the personal and career ups, downs, and in-betweens of one of the world's most beloved musicians, by turns spiritual, dramatic, and playful. Willie Nelson is now 90 years old and still going! This seems less of a "reality" series and more of a comprehensive look at his life and family, spanning four episodes and over four hours. "Award-winning filmmakers Thom Zimny & Oren Moverman fuse their own unique styles to construct an intimate, cinematic memoir of the Red Headed Stranger, traversing the highs, lows, and in-betweens of Willie’s personal life and professional career." Sounds good! This is a really stellar trailer, makes me want to watch. Check it out.
› Posted on December 22 in Documentaries, Streaming, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Watch: A Holiday Movie Mashup from The Academy - Happy Holidays
"I can't tell you how good it is… to have all of under the same roof again." Someone over at The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences (AMPAS) really loves mashups. This video plays like one of their montages during the Academy Awards show every year, but this one won't be airing during the broadcast in March. The Academy debuted a short "Happy Holidays from The Academy" mashup video on their YouTube featuring a medley of holiday classics. Aside from all the regulars, they've also got some oddball ones like Christmas with the Kranks, Jingle All the Way, Krampus, and The War With Grandpa. Plus classics like White Christmas, The Apartment, Meet Me in St Louis, and It's a Wonderful Life. It's just a nice celebration of the magic of the movies and how they are connected with the holiday spirit and holiday season. Christmas is just around the corner! My favorite modern Christmas movie from the last few years is Spirited, which debuted on Apple TV+ last year. If you haven't seen it yet, it's worth a watch sometime these next few weeks.
› Posted on December 21 in Feat, To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Official Trailer for 'Autumn and the Black Jaguar' Amazon Friendship
"You came despite everything." Of course, she misses that big kitty! Studiocanal has revealed the official trailer for Autumn and the Black Jaguar, the latest animal friendship adventure movie from the same French filmmakers behind Mia and the White Lion and The Wolf and the Lion previously. So pretty much the same thing all over again - another girl and a wild cat. The film also goes under the title Ella and the Black Jaguar, or Le dernier Jaguar, because it's a French production and the her original name in that version Ella. However, the film is in English anyway. A new adventure in the heart of the Amazon, the story follows a girl who befriends a black Jaguar in the Amazon, and returns years later to find the Jaguar and save her from those who seek to destroy the rainforest and all of its wildlife. Lumi Pollack stars as Ella / Autumn, with Wane Baker, Paul Greene, Emily Bett Rickards, and Kelly Hope Taylor. This looks exceptionally cheesy and saccharine, with as many cute shots of the baby jaguar that they can pack in here.
› Posted on December 21 in To Watch, Trailer | Comments
Review: Sean Durkin's 'The Iron Claw' Turns Passion Into Obsession
As someone who grew up a fan of wrestling but had little knowledge of the pre-WWE generations, including the legendary Von Erich family, I was certainly interested in what a biographical film based on this family could add to my enjoyment of the entertainment sport. I also had never seen any of director Sean Durkin's previous films (Martha Marcy May Marlene, The Nest, this year's "Dead Ringers" series) before watching The Iron Claw, so for me personally, the main draws were definitely the subject matter and cast, who will undoubtedly get some sort of recognition & accolades during the awards season this year. One of the film's most resonant themes is the exploration of how passion can transform into an unhealthy obsession, even more so when passed down through generations and driven by the overwhelming weight of rigid parenting.
› Posted on December 21 in Review | Comments
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