Film Forum has revealed an official trailer for the film Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass, the first feature in 20 years by animation masters The Quay Brothers. This originally premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival last year, and also played at the London Film Festival. Presented by Christopher Nolan, who is a huge fan of these two eccentric filmmakers, Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass is a 75 minute feature mixing both live-action & stop-motion animation. It will be playing in cinemas starting at the iconic Film Forum theater in NYC starting at the end of August. A ghostly train journey on a forgotten branch line transports a man visiting his dying father in a sanatorium to the edge of a mythic forest. Based on the book of the same name by Polish writer Bruno Schultz. Told in seven chapters corresponding with seven prophetic, mystical viewing lenses, the film bends objects, time, and dimensions as Josef navigates the realm between dreams and reality. With Allison Bell, Andrzej Klak, Wioletta Kopanska, Zenaida Yanowsky. It's described in reviews as: "Wonderfully strange and beguiling. An enchanting fantasia." This definitely looks like it is very experimental and strange – for […]

"We will brave the tempest and head towards the north star." Hulu has revealed the first look teaser for a new conspiracy thriller series titled Tempest in the US, also known as The North Star in other countries (based on that opening quote that's also in the trailer), arriving for streaming in September. Set in Korea, Tempest follows Seo Munju, a former UN Ambassador whose life gets flipped on its head when her husband, a presidential candidate, is assassinated in front of her. To discover the truth behind the attack, Munju takes up her husband's role, becoming the party's presidential candidate. With her life now constantly in danger, Sanho, a mysterious mercenary, will step up to keep her safe as her bodyguard. However, with little known about him, can Munju really trust him? Featuring "one of the most impressive international line-ups in a Korean drama to date." Check out this cast! Tempest stars Gianna Jun, Gang Dongwon, John Cho, Lee Misook, Park Haejoon, Christopher Gorham, Michael Gaston, and Spencer Garrett. The series is also written by the same writer of the script for Park Chan-wook's Decision to Leave (one of my faves). This is such a slick teaser - just […]

"Unfolds like a series of distant memories asking to be dissected by the viewer." But does that make for a good film? Dark Sky Films has debuted the official trailer for an indie horror film titled Lilly Lives Alone, marking the feature directorial debut of filmmaker Martin Melnick. It's set to arrive to watch in August this summer including on VOD right away. Ten years after her daughter’s tragic death, Lilly's world is tearing apart so she hides in a corner of her town. The traumatic ghosts of her past are waking up and tonight she must face the depths of her manic madness and a haunting she won’t soon forget. The film stars Shannon Beeby as the titular Lilly, with Jeffrey Combs, Ryan Jonze, Erin Way, & Karla Mason. This initially premiered at the 2024 Brookyln Horror Film Festival last year, though reviews aren't great – and it doesn't look like there's much to see in this anyway. Yet another horror about grief without anything unique to offer. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Martin Melnick's horror Lilly Lives Alone, from YouTube: After the death of her child, Lilly (Shannon Beeby) runs away to hide in a lonely […]

"To see my people again is all I dreamed of..." She must fight to return home! Goldwyn Films has debuted a behind-the-scenes promo featurette for the new Red Sonja fantasy action movie, based on the famous Red Sonja "She-Devil with a sword" character which was featured in Marvel Comics during the 1970s. There was already a famous Red Sonja movie from 1985 featuring Arnold Schwarzenegger and Brigitte Nielsen as Red Sonja. This action-packed new adaptation will be released in theaters this August. Enslaved by an evil tyrant who wishes to destroy her people, barbarian huntress Red Sonja must unite a group of unlikely warriors to face off against Draygan The Magnificent. Directed by action filmmaker M.J. Bassett, this new Red Sonja stars Matilda Lutz (from the thriller Revenge) as the title character, with Wallis Day as Annisia, Robert Sheehan as Draygan, Michael Bisping, Martyn Ford, Eliza Matengu, Rhona Mitra, and Veronica Ferres. They clearly spent a ton of movie making this new Red Sonja movie - huge sets, full-on costumes, tons of actors & extras. At least it seems like many of the epic fight scenes were shot practical & look intense. Here's the behind-the-scenes promo (+ the UK trailer) […]

"Our ancestors said, all in peril at sea must be saved." Well Go USA has revealed an official US trailer for a Chinese rescue thriller titled Dongji Rescue, set during the early days of World War II in 1942. Based on the true story of what is known as the "Lisbon Maru Sinking Incident" – a terrible massacre at sea. Dongji Rescue is co-directed by a Chinese filmmaker named Hu Guan, who also directed the excellent film Black Dog from last year, and tons of other acclaimed films. In 1942, a Japanese ship carrying British prisoners of war was torpedoed by an American submarine. Dongji fishermen from China risk their lives to rescue over 300 British soldiers, and rescuing & protecting 3 British individuals during a large-scale search by Japanese forces after the sinking. This stars Zhu Yilong, Wu Lei, Ni Ni, Yang Haoyu, Chen Minghao, William Franklyn-Miller, Ni Dahong, Li Jiuxiao, and Wang Yiquan. This is one helluva trailer! Intense from start of finish - this looks like a proper epic WWII survival and rescue film. I really want to watch this now. Here's the official US trailer (+ poster) for Hu Guan & Fei Zhenxiang's film Dongji Rescue, […]

"The magic and making of Francis Ford Coppola's epic Megalopolis." Utopia has revealed the first look teaser trailer for a new making of documentary film titled Megadoc, from director Mike Figgis. This mega documentary is trying to be the Hearts of Darkness (which was a look at Coppola's troubled Apocalypse Now set) for Megalopolis, which opened in theaters last year. The only problem is that Megalopolis not only flopped big time, but it's just not a good movie by any measure, and Coppola needs to accept this. I get that he spent tons of money on it, and he's trying to be bold and provocative again, but it's a complete mess and most people don't care about it (unlike with Apocalypse Now). This Megadoc features appearances by Francis Ford Coppola (but of course!), Adam Driver, Aubrey Plaza, Nathalie Emmanuel, Dustin Hoffman, Giancarlo Esposito, Chloe Fineman, Shia LaBeouf, Laurence Fishburne, Jon Voight, Talia Shire, Robert De Niro, and more. It's premiering at the 2025 Venice Film Festival soon before it debuts in September. I think a doc about what went wrong and how it flopped HUGE might be interesting – hopefully it will discuss that. Here's the first look teaser trailer […]

"I'm gonna need a car." Buckle up – she's ready to drive! 20th Century has launched the official trailer for an action comedy movie called Eenie Meanie, which will be skipping theaters and driving straight onto streaming on Hulu this summer. Arriving to watch on August 22nd coming up soon. "She can get away from anything. Except him." This original film follows a former teenage getaway driver who is dragged right back into her unsavory past when a previous employer offers her an opportunity to possibly save the life of her chronically unreliable ex-boyfriend. The fun action comedy flick stars Samara Weaving as getaway driver Edie, aka "Eenie Meanie", who is the best of the best. She's joined by Karl Glusman, Jermaine Fowler, Steve Zahn, Andy Garcia, Randall Park, Marshawn Lynch, and Mike O'Malley. Yep this looks like a blast. Featuring some badass comedy, with at least a few fun car chases and getaway scenes. Ready to roll? Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Shawn Simmons' comedy Eenie Meanie, from Hulu's YouTube: A reformed teenage getaway driver known as "Eenie Meanie" (starring Samara Weaving) is dragged back into her unsavory past when a former employer offers her the chance to […]

"This is your last chance for you to save her life..." Samuel Goldwyn Films has debuted their own official trailer for an action thriller movie titled Tin Soldier, the latest directed by Brad Furman (of The Lincoln Lawyer, Runner Runner). It's set for a theatrical debut in the US this September. We already posted the UK trailer a few months ago, because it's already streaming in the UK now. "The Bokushi" offers a program for US combat veterans seeking their "purpose" and path forward. But now the Government is concerned with the rapid rise of this well-armed, highly trained program of elite mercenaries, so they recruit one who used to be a member to infiltrate & stop them. Starring Jamie Foxx, Robert De Niro, Scott Eastwood, John Leguizamo, Joey Bicicchi, and Rita Ora. What the hell is going on with this movie? Big elaborate sets, explosions galore, Foxx leading this cult of mercenaries. What a crazy weird movie! And not in a good way... Here's the official US trailer (+ poster) for Brad Furman's action movie Tin Soldier, direct from YouTube: You can also watch the official UK trailer for Brad Furman's Tin Soldier movie right here for more fotoage. […]

"There is such a thing as destiny, Christian, and hers is not with you..." Oh damn! The Avenue has debuted a brutal second trailer for the horror movie Witchboard, which is the old original name for Ouija boards (also called a Spirit Board). They made a Ouija board movie, and the original Witchboard was turned into a cult fave horror film in 1986 also called Witchboard. In this new update on Witchboard, Emily & Christian start a café in New Orleans, but their aspirations unravel when they find a cursed Witchboard, an ancient artifact connected to spirits. Enthralled by the Witchboard's allure, Emily slips into fixation, so Christian consults with Alexander Babtiste, a secretive occultist harboring his own evil plans. As her hold on sanity weakens, Babtiste’s intent to exploit the Witchboard’s dark force emerges during a menacing masked gala. Emily and Christian must destroy the Witchboard's hex before its power overwhelms them in a terrifying tale of sorcery & deceit. Starring Madison Iseman, Aaron Dominguez, Mel Jarnson, Charlie Tahan, with Antonia Desplat and Jamie Campbell Bower. This is a crazy trailer! Full of red band gore galore, definitely not for the faint of heart. Lookin' wild! Some proper bonkers […]

"If there's something that you wanna do, you better do it today... You have no idea what's gonna happen tomorrow." Indeed – that's the truth right there. Orion Pictures and Amazon MGM Studios has revealed an official trailer for a film titled Preparation for the Next Life, the first narrative feature film directed by acclaimed documentary filmmaker Bing Liu (best known for making Minding the Gap). Adapted from the same book. Sebiye Behtiyar stars as Aishe, a Uyghur woman trained by her military father, who migrates to New York City where she finds herself laboring in Chinatown's underground kitchens. But one day she fatefully encounters Skinner, a young American soldier who has just returned from three tours in the Middle East. While falling in love, they discover the possibility of a better life together than the ones they believed they were destined to live alone. Co-starring Fred Hechinger as Skinner. They're so adorable together in here. This is set for a release in theaters starting in September later this year – no festival premieres yet. I'm a fan of Bing Liu (and interviewed him) and this looks like it might be really good – a love story for the ages. […]

"I don't know how to protect you this time..." This looks off-the-charts scary! Warner Bros has debuted the full official trailer for horror sequel The Conjuring: Last Rites, the fourth The Conjuring horror movie in this 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. Vera Farmiga & Patrick Wilson return to co-star in this movie 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. The Warrens are back again for one last job. And it looks like the freakiest one yet! So many intensely frightening moments in this trailer alone – the movie will be off-the-charts scary. Watch out. Here's the official trailer (+ poster) for Michael Chaves' horror The Conjuring: […]

"I just want a better life." Curzon Film has debuted an official trailer for the upcoming release of the Belgian film Young Mothers, also known as The Young Mother's Home in English, which is the next feature film from the acclaimed Belgian duo known as The Dardennes. This is Jean-Pierre & Luc Dardennes' 13th feature film so far, and it also premiered at the Cannes Film Festival like so many other films they've made before (Rosetta, L'Enfant, Lorna's Silence, The Kid with a Bike). The film already debuted in France back in May just after Cannes, and will be released in UK cinemas soon (though no US date set yet). Five mothers living in a shelter strive for a better future for themselves & their kids amidst challenging upbringings. Starring Babette Verbeek, Elsa Houben, Janaïna Halloy Fokan, Lucie Laruelle, & Samia Hilmi as the moms. Housed in a shelter for young mothers, Jessica, Perla, Julie, Naïma and Ariane, all of whom have grown up in difficult circumstances, struggle to obtain a better life for themselves and their children. Another Belgian social drama from the Dardennes - this one about moms and how tough it is out there now. Here's the […]

"I'm not doing this is there's a side-piece baby momma, absolutely not!" Vertical has revealed the official trailer for The Threesome, a funny sex comedy from filmmaker Chad Hartigan (Morris from America, Little Fish). This first premiered at the 2025 SXSW Film Festival earlier this year, with stops at many other fests, and it opens in theaters this September. A young man's perennial crush leads him into an unexpected threesome – he thinks it's his ultimate fantasy come true. (Obviously...) When the fantasy ends, all three are left with sobering real-world consequences and they must take responsibility for their actions. An impulsive night leads to a wild threesome between Olivia, Connor, and Jenny, leaving both women facing unexpected surprises, thrusting all three right into the raw and beautifully messy chaos of adulthood. The trailer reveals what's really going on in here – it's not that big of a surprise. Starring Zoey Deutch, Jonah Hauer-King, and Ruby Cruz as the trio, along with Jaboukie Young-White, Josh Segarra, Robert Longstreet, Arden Myrin, and Kristin Slaysman. There are a bunch of actually hilarious jokes and one-liners in this trailer - I laughed way more than I was expecting. So this might actually be […]

"I don't want you to wonder for the rest of your about what could've happened..." Netflix has debuted the full official trailer for Long Story Short, the brand new animated series created by the same mind behind BoJack Horseman, named Raphael Bob-Waksberg. It will begin streaming on Netflix starting in August later this summer. A dysfunctional American Jewish family's (the Schwoopers) shared history, inside jokes, and old wounds are explored in this adult animated comedy which spans multiple years of time. "From the creator of BoJack Horseman, a comedy for anyone who has ever loved or hated their family." Ha. Featuring the voices of Lisa Edelstein (as Naomi Schwartz), Paul Reiser (as Elliott Cooper), Ben Feldman (as Avi Schwooper), Abbi Jacobson (as Shira Schwooper), Max Greenfield (as Yoshi Schwooper), Angelique Cabral (as just Jen), Nicole Byer (as Kendra Hooper), Dave Franco (as Danny Wegbreit), Michaela Dietz (as Hannah Schwooper). This looks like good fun! This trailer has some solid jokes, I'm intrigued to see how the family evolves over time, and while the animation is rough it has a more authentic feel this way. Here's the official trailer for Raphael Bob-Waksberg's series Long Story Short, from Netflix's YouTube: You can […]

"What we're doing here is going to echo through time..." Bold claim! Amazon MGM Studios has debuted the main official trailer for their spin-off streaming series titled The Terminal List: Dark Wolf, which is an "origin story" connected to the original Terminal List series. This will be streaming at the end of August just before the summer is over. Co-created by NY Times bestselling author of The Terminal List series of books, Jack Carr, and the creator / showrunner David DiGilio. Taylor Kitsch returns as Ben Edwards for the Dark Wolf thriller. This prequel series follows Ben Edwards' journey from Navy SEAL to CIA operative. There's a big twist at the ending of the other series. "This is the story that gets us to that point. There was so much heat around Edwards with that twist and all these questions about how. You're going to learn a heck of a lot more about who Ben really is and these twists and turns that led to that decision." Starring Taylor Kitsch, with Chris Pratt, Tom Hopper, Luke Hemsworth, Dar Salim, Rona-Lee Shimon, Shiraz Tzarfati, Robert Wisdom, and Jared Shaw. This is a full-on heavy trailer, exploring the thrilling story and all […]