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Box Office Movies Coming Out in November

Posted in Movies, News on October 28, 2018| Leave a Comment »

Based on information provided by the Box Office Mojo and some internet research, here are just some of the movies you can expect to see in the movie theatres in November:

A Private War
Opens: November 2

Celebrated war correspondent Marie Colvin (Rosamund Pike) is a woman who is as comfortable downing martinis with high society’s elite as she is brazenly staring down warlords and fleeing from gunfire. Driven by an enduring desire to bear witness and give voice to the voiceless, Colvin charges into danger, constantly testing the limits between bravery and bravado. The cast includes Jamie Dornan, Stanley Tucci and Tom Hollander.

Bohemian Rhapsody
Opens: November 2

The film traces the meteoric rise of the band Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury (Rami Malek). Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. The band reached unparalleled success, but in an unexpected turn Freddie, surrounded by darker influences, shunned Queen in pursuit of his solo career. Having suffered greatly without the collaboration of Queen, though Freddie managed to reunite with his bandmates just in time for Live Aid. While bravely facing a recent AIDS diagnosis, Freddie led the band in one of the greatest performances in the history of rock music. The cast includes Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee, Ben Hardy, Joseph Mazzello, Aidan Gillen, Tom Hollander, Allen Leech and mike Myers.

The Nutcracker and the Four Realms
Opens: November 2

Young Clara (Mackenzie Foy) needs a magical, one-of-a-kind key to unlock a box that contains a priceless gift. A golden thread leads her to the coveted key, but it soon disappears into a strange and mysterious parallel world. In that world, she meets a soldier named Phillip (Jayden Fowora-Knight), a group of mice and the regents who preside over three realms. Clara and Phillip must now enter a fourth realm to retrieve the key and restore harmony to the unstable land. The film also stars Keira Knightley, Matthew Macfadyen, Richard E. Grant, Misty Copeland, Helen Mirren and Morgan Freeman.

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch
Opens: November 9

The Grinch (voice by Benedict Cumberbatch) hatches a scheme with his trusted canine Max to ruin Christmas when the residents of Whoville plan to make their annual holiday three times bigger that year. Meanwhile, Cindy Lou Who plans to seek out Santa Claus to thank him for helping her widowed mother every Christmas, but little does she know she is trying to blow the Grinch’s cover. Other voices will be provided by Rashida Jones, Kenan Thompson, Angela Lansbury and Pharrell Williams.

River Run Red
Opens: November 9

A vengeful judge takes the law into his own hands when two cops kill his young son during a routine traffic stop. The cast includes Taye Diggs, John Cusack, George Lopez, Luke Hemsworth, Briana Evigan and RJ Mitte.

The Girl in the Spider’s Web: A New Dragon Tattoo Story
Opens: November 9

Young computer hacker Lisbeth Salander (Claire Foy) and journalist Mikael Blomkvist (Sverrir Gudnason) find themselves caught in a web of spies, cybercriminals and corrupt government officials. The film also stars Sylvia Hoeks, Lakeith Stanfield and Stephen Merchant.

At Eternity’s Gate
Opens: November 16

A look at the life of painter Vincent van Gogh (Willem Dafoe) during the time he lived in Arles and Auvers-sur-Oise, France. The film also stars Rupert Friend, Mads Mikkelsen and Oscar Isaac.

Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald
Opens: November 16

The film’s plot follows Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) and a young Albus Dumbledore (Jude Law) as they attempt to take down the dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald (Johnny Depp), while facing new threats in a more divided wizarding world. Returning cast members include Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler, Alison Sudol, Ezra Miller and Carmen Ejogo as well as new additions Zoe Kravitz, Callum Turner and Claudia Kim.

Instant Family
Opens: November 16

Hoping to start a family, Pete and Ellie (Mark Wahlberg and Rose Byrne) turn to the foster care system to make their dream come true. The couple soon learn the joys and frustrations of parenthood when they decide to adopt three siblings, including a rebellious 15-year-old girl named Lizzy (Isabela Moner). The film also stars Octavia Spencer, Margo Martindale, Eve Harlow and Tig Notaro.

Jonathan
Opens: November 16

Jonathan is an early riser who works at an architecture firm. John is a night owl and a bit of a mess. The only problem is that they inhabit the same body (Ansel Elgort), which works through careful planning — until things start to fall apart. The cast includes Patricia Clarkson, Suki Waterhouse and Matt Bomer.

Widows
Opens: November 16

Four armed robbers are killed in a failed heist attempt, only to have their widows step up to finish the job. The ensemble cast includes Viola Davis, Michelle Rodriguez, Elizabeth Debicki, Cynthia Erivo, Colin Farrell, Brian Tyree Henry, Daniel Kaluuya, Jacki Weaver, Carrie Coon, Robert Duvall, Liam Neeson, Jon Bernthal, Garret Dillahunt and Lukas Haas.

Creed 2
Opens: November 21

Life has become a balancing act for Adonis “Donnie” Creed (Michael B. Jordan). Between personal obligations and training for his next big fight, he is up against the challenge of his life. Facing an opponent with ties to his family’s past only intensifies his impending battle in the ring. Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone) is there by his side through it all and, together, Rocky and Adonis will confront their shared legacy, question what is worth fighting for, and discover that nothing is more important than family. The film also includes Tessa Thompson, Dolph Lundgren, Phylicia Rashad, Brigitte Nielsen, Milo Ventimiglia and Russell Hornsby.

Green Book
Opens: November 21

A bouncer (Viggo Mortensen) at a New York nightclub takes a job as a famed black pianist’s (Mahershala Ali) chauffeur during a tour in the American Deep South, forging a close friendship while navigating the deep racism of the region. Linda Cardellini co-stars.

Ralph Breaks the Internet
Opens: November 21

Six years after the events of the first film, the steering wheel controller on the Sugar Rush game console breaks, forcing Mr. Litwak to unplug the machine. Wreck-It Ralph (voiced by John C. Reilly) and Vanellope von Schweetz (voice by Sarah Silverman) evacuate all of the Sugar Rush residents to other games before it is shut down, placing the racers in the care of Fix-It Felix Jr. (voiced by Jack McBrayer) and Sergeant Tamora Jean Calhoun (voiced by Jane Lynch). Ralph and Vanellope then use the arcade’s new connection to the Internet to go looking for a replacement steering wheel. Other voices will be provided by Taraji P. Henson, Alan Tudyk, Gal Gadot, Bill Hader, Alfred Molina, James Corden, Ana Ortiz and Susan Lucci.

Robin Hood
Opens: November 21

A war-hardened Crusader and his Moorish commander (Taron Egerton and Jamie Foxx) mount an audacious revolt against the corrupt English crown in a thrilling action-adventure packed with gritty battlefield exploits, mind-blowing fight choreography, and a timeless romance. The cast includes Ben Mendelsohn, Eve Hewson and Jamie Dornan.

The Favourite
Opens: November 23

The close relationship between Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) and Sarah Churchill (Rachel Weisz) is threatened by the arrival of Sarah’s cousin, Abigail Masham (Emma Stone), resulting in a bitter rivalry to be the Queen’s favourite. The film also stars Nicholas Hoult, Joe Alwyn and Mark Gatiss.

Head Full of Honey
Opens: November 30

Tilda takes her beloved grandfather on one last adventure before he is put in an old people’s home due to Alzheimer’s disease. The film stars Eric Roberts, Claire Forlani, Emily Mortimer, Matt Dillon, Jacqueline Bisset, Nick Nolte and Til Schweiger.

If Beale Street Could Talk
Opens: November 30

A woman in Harlem (KiKi Layne) desperately scrambles to prove her fiancé (Stephan James) innocent of a crime while carrying their first child. The cast includes Regina King, Colman Domingo, Brian Tyree Henry, Ed Skrein, Michael Beach, Aunjanue Ellis, Finn Wittrock, Diego Luna, Pedro Pascal and Dave Franco.

Movies coming out in December will be posted at the end of November.

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Movie of the Week Recommendation: Christmas at Pemberley Manor

Posted in Movies, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on October 23, 2018| Leave a Comment »

On October 27, the first holiday movie of the season – Christmas at Pemberley Manor – will debut on the Hallmark Channel at 9 PM.

As Christmas approaches, Elizabeth Bennett (Jessica Lowndes), a New York event planner, is sent to a quaint, small town to organize their holiday festival. When she arrives, she finds William Darcy (Michael Rady), a high-profile billionaire lacking in holiday spirit, in the process of selling the charming estate she hoped to use as a venue. Determined to make her event a success, Elizabeth persuades the reluctant Darcy to let her hold the festival on the historical estate once known for its holiday cheer.

When they wind up working together to arrange the festivities, the unlikely pair begins falling for each other. But when complications arise and the festival is unexpectedly shut down, the couple parts ways and Darcy moves forward with his plans to sell the estate. On the night before Christmas, a wistful Elizabeth hopes for a Christmas miracle to revive the festival, save the estate, and rekindle her holiday romance.

Here is a trailer for Christmas at Pemberley Manor.

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Movie of the Week Recommendation: Good Witch: Tale of Two Hearts

Posted in Movies, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on October 17, 2018| Leave a Comment »

On October 21, the Halloween movie Good Witch: Tale of Two Hearts will debut on the Hallmark Channel at 9 PM.

The annual Halloween Good Witch movie finds a beautiful red ruby, The Heart of Middleton, Cassie’s (Catherine Bell) precious family heirloom, gone missing from the History of Halloween in Middleton museum exhibit just in time for the anniversary festival and masquerade gala. With faith in love lost, the Merriwick women find themselves looking to re-inspire their fellow Middletonians with the spirit of the season.

Series regulars Bailee Madison, James Denton, Sarah Power, Rhys Matthew Bond and Catherine Disher will all appear.

Here is a trailer for Good Witch: Tale of Two Hearts.

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Movie of the Week Recommendation: Love, Of Course

Posted in Movies, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on October 16, 2018| Leave a Comment »

Love, Of Course is the latest Hallmark Channel movie to debut on October 20 at 9 PM.

Amy (Kelly Rutherford) has spent most of her adult life “helicoptering” around her daughter, Cara especially since her husband died six years earlier. With reluctance, Amy is helping Cara head off to college in another city. She then “conveniently” lands a job at Cara’s college, much to Cara’s dismay. When Amy meets Noah (Cameron Mathison), a charismatic, well-traveled professor, she learns more about herself and discovers a new life of her own, filled with romance.

The cast includes Mackenzie Vega (The Good Wife) and Olympian Gabby Douglas.

Here is a trailer for Love, Of Course.

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Movie of the Week Recommendation: Darrow & Darrow: Body of Evidence

Posted in Movies, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on October 10, 2018| Leave a Comment »

The Hallmark Movies & Mysteries movie Darrow & Darrow: Body of Evidence will debut on October 14 at 9 PM.

Claire (Kimberly Williams-Paisley) finds herself defending a woman already convicted of murder, while Miles (Tom Cavanagh) questions his role as prosecuting attorney and helps her on the case.

The film also includes Wendie Malick.

Here is a trailer for Darrow & Darrow: Body of Evidence.

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Movie of the Week Recommendations: Under the Autumn Moon

Posted in Movies, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on October 9, 2018| Leave a Comment »

On October 13, the Hallmark Channel original movie Under the Autumn Moon will debut at 9 PM.

While visiting a dude ranch that is a potential acquisition for the outdoor adventure company works for, Alex McKenna (Lindy Booth), an eager candidate for a big promotion, discovers what matters most when she reignites her passion for the great outdoors; and becomes smitten with Josh Ketchum (Wes Brown), the ranch’s owner in the process.

Here is a trailer for Under the Autumn Moon.

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Movie of the Week Reminder: The Kindergarten Teacher

Posted in Movies, Reminder, Television, Video on October 8, 2018| Leave a Comment »

The Kindergarten Teacher is the new Netflix original film to debut online on October 12.

A teacher (Maggie Gyllenhaal) sees such great promise in her 5-year-old student that she goes to unreasonable lengths to protect his talent.

The film also stars Gael Garcia Bernal and Rosa Salazar.

Here is a trailer for The Kindergarten Teacher:

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Movie of the Week Reminder: Apostle

Posted in Movies, Reminder, Television, Video on October 8, 2018| Leave a Comment »

On October 12, the original Netflix movie Apostle will debut online.

The year is 1905. Thomas Richardson (Dan Stevens) travels to a remote island to rescue his sister after she’s kidnapped by a mysterious religious cult demanding a ransom for her safe return. It soon becomes clear that the cult will rue the day it baited this man, as he digs deeper and deeper into the secrets and lies upon which the commune is built.

The cast includes Lucy Boynton, Kristine Froseth and Michael Sheen.

Here is a trailer for Apostle:

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New York Comic Con 2018: Day One

Posted in Convention/Event, Geekdom, Movies, New Shows, Pictures, Television, Video on October 4, 2018| Leave a Comment »

The first full day of New York Comic Con 2018 got underway today with loads and loads of panels, focusing on upcoming movies; new, streaming and returning TV shows; special salutes to young adult novels and so much more.

Naturally, it’s impossible to focus on every single panel that took place today, but the following includes brief details, pictures and/or trailers for just some of the panels that were on the schedule; and some cool pictures of just some of the cosplayers.

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Broadway Play)

The panel included original cast members of the Broadway play – Jamie Parker (Harry Potter), Noma Dumezweni (Hermione Granger), Paul Thornley (Ron Weasley), Poppy Miller (Ginny Potter), Sam Clemmett (Albus Severus Potter), Alex Price (Draco Malfoy), and Anthony Boyle (Scorpius Malfoy) – who were attending the event for the very first time. Naturally, they were grilled on their Potter knowledge and shared their audition experiences.

The audience was also treated to a clip from the show – a first for the production; and the composer, Imogen Heap, debuted an exclusive track from the upcoming album, which will be available for purchase on November 2. (Syfy Wire)

(L-R back row) Poppy Miller, Joshua De Jesus, Sam Clemmett, Malika Samuel, Joey LaBrasca, James Brown III, Paul Thornley, (L-R front row) Olivia Bond and Jack Hatcher [Photo Credit: Bryan Bedder/Getty Images North America)

The Limit – The New VR Series (STX Entertainment)

Filmmaker Robert Rodriquez and his son Racer Rodriguez (aka Racer Max) are working together on the VR world of The Limit, the first-person immersive cinema experience that will star actress Michelle Rodriguez (Lost and Fast & Furious franchise) and Norman Reedus (The Walking Dead) on the STXsurreal app by STX Entertainment. Michelle will play a genetically enhanced weapon that goes after the people who created her.

The idea to go into the VR territory actually came from Racer when his dad asked him if he wanted to write a movie. It’s Robert’s belief that the format holds untapped potential beyond the world of video games. The father-son team turned a script around in only two weeks’ time.

The Limit has a running time of around 20 minutes, and will be available starting Nov. 20 for all VR platforms. (Syfy Wire)

Watchmen – Dave Gibbons Talks TV Series (HBO)

Watchmen artist and co-creator Dave Gibbons shared his thoughts on Damon Lindelof’s upcoming “remix” of the iconic work done by him and author Alan Moore. Gibbons has gone on the record praising the new series, but he didn’t have a lot of information he was able to share. But, he did say that after reading the script for the pilot episode, it “absolutely blew me away.”

Lindelof’s idea for Watchmen is setting the story some 30 years after the events of the comic, telling an all-new story with all-new characters. That intrigued Gibbons and he thinks making a series based in the world that Watchmen created couldn’t have come at a better time, given the current popularity of superheroes. (Syfy Wire)

The Man in the High Castle Cast (Amazon)

The attendees of the panel got to see a screening of the premiere of the third season of the Amazon series along with a panel of actors and producers who discussed what’s to come. “We took two chapters from a sequel he was writing to the novel,” said Isa Dick Hackett, executive producer and daughter of Philip K. Dick, who wrote the novel on which the show is based. “We’re not taking away from the spirit of the novel. It was an anti-fascist novel; it was his lifelong fear.”

One of those unconventional ways, according to executive producer David Zucker, comes from a surprisingly positive angle. “This season embraces hope,” he said. “Seeing where those inspirations individually and completely come from.”

The audience also got a surprise during the panel: a behind-the-scenes video for the fourth season, which is currently in production.

The Man in the High Castle will stream its third season tomorrow, October 5 on Amazon Prime. (The Hollywood Reporter)

The Man in the High Castle Video:

A Conversation with David Boreanaz

The SEAL Team star – and former Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Bones and Angel alum – hit up the stage to discuss his 21 consecutive years of work on TV. Of course, the new version of Buffy came up, meeting with an audible round of boos from the packed ballroom. But, Boreanaz quickly shut down the negative reaction. “Come on, guys. It’s a good thing. Let’s just embrace [it]. I’m very happy for them. They want to embrace a new generation, something new. I hope that it becomes huge and successful, and does what it does.” But, he did share that, “We’re proud of that. If someone can step in my shoes and play my character, f*ck, go ahead! I think that’s great, because I ain’t putting on that makeup anymore!”

He also spoke about his current show – SEAL Team – stating “I consider these guys true superheroes. It’s a fascinating journey I’m on with this show.” (The Hollywood Reporter)

[Photo Credit: Shutterstock, Courtesy of 20th Television, TV Line]

Siren (Freeform)

The Freeform mermaid drama Siren will return for its second season on January 24 and the attendees of the show’s panel got to not only see a trailer for the upcoming season but also see the cast – Eline Powell (Ryn), Alex Roe (Ben), and Fola Evans-Akingbola (Maddie) and executive producers Emily Whitesell and Eric Wald – in person.

The cast opened up about filming the series, hinting what viewers should expect in January (hint: MORE mermaids!). They also shared their takes on the show’s central love triangle and its fine-tuned feminist message.

The executive producers also announced the October 18 launch of a contest where one lucky fan will win the chance to swim with the mermaids on the Vancouver set of Siren and have their photo featured in the show. Check out the details here.  (TV Insider)

Siren Season 2 Trailer:

Zachary Levi Talks Shazam! (Box Office Film)

Zachary Levi talked about his upcoming box office film Shazam! saying, “It’s Big meets Superman. There’s levity built into it. It’s not that it skews younger. It just happens to have ‘younger’ in its nature.”

The film, coming out on April 5, 2019, will center on foster child Billy Batson, a teenager able to transform into the titular adult superhero Shazam. Batson derives his heroic attributes by saying, “Shazam,” an acronym for the ancient-world gods and historical figures Solomon, Hercules, Atlas, Zeus, Achilles and Mercury.

Levi joked that “I’m basically playing myself. I get to play a 14-year-old, which is very natural to me because I am a man-child.” (Deadline)

[Photo Credit: MediaPunch/REX/Shutterstock/Deadline]

Origin (You Tube)

The new You Tube series Origin will debut on November 14 and includes among its cast Harry Potter alums Tom Felton and Natalia Tena.

The 10-episode series follows a group of outsiders who find themselves abandoned on a ship bound for a distant land, who must work together for survival. But they quickly realize that one of them is far from who they claim to be.

The series was created by Mika Watkins, who shared how she conceived the show, “I grew up watching a lot of sci-fi and horror, but I don’t like being scared. I like scaring people.” Felton shared that, “I’d never read or seen anything like it

Watkins also talked about populating her interstellar vessel with a diverse crew. “It’s about a global colonization project, which makes it so much richer (with a diverse cast).” (Deadline and Syfy Wire)

Origin Trailer:

Cosplayers Galore:

[Photo Credit: Brooklyn Vegan-Amanda Hatfield]

[Photo Credit: Gamespot]

[Photo Credit: IGN]

More convention coverage coming tomorrow…

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Movie of the Week Recommendation: Falling for You

Posted in Movies, Recommendations, Reminder, Television, Video on October 2, 2018| Leave a Comment »

On October 6, the Hallmark Channel movie Falling for You will debut at 9 PM

While planning a fundraising event, Lacey (Taylor Cole), a small New England town’s radio station manager meets her match in a visiting businessman (Tyler Hynes) who can’t seem to see beyond the screen of his laptop computer, until she ropes him into participating in her bachelor bake-off to help save the station.

Here is a trailer for Falling for You.

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