by admin | Jul 25, 2025 | FirstShowing News
Striking First Trailer for ‘Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires’ Animation
by Alex Billington
July 24, 2025
Source: YouTube
“Find that bat and that cat…” Warner Bros Animation has revealed the official trailer for Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires, a brand new animation creation from the studio. The Caped Crusader returns! But now he’s in another time & place. The actual Spanish title is Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios. A young Aztec boy experiences tragedy when his father is murdered by Spanish Conquistadors. Yohualli escapes to Tenochtitlan to warn King Moctezuma and his high priest, Yoka, of imminent danger. From Warner Bros. Animation, Ánima and Chatrone, and based on characters from DC, the all-new animated film places the iconic DC Super Hero against the backdrop of the captivating history of Mexico & immerses fans around the world in the exciting culture of Mesoamerica. The Spanish audio version of the film features Mexican voice actors Horacio García Rojas, Omar Chaparro, and Álvaro Morte. The English voice cast features Jay Hernandez and Raymond Cruz. Both the Spanish & English versions will be available to watch on VOD or BR when it drops in September. Similar to that other Batman-in-Japan movie Batman Ninja a few years ago. They even got an Aztec Catwoman, Two-Face, Joker, & Poison Ivy up in here. Looks like geeky DC fun.
Here’s the official trailer for Juan Jose Meza-Leon’s Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires, from YouTube:
This bold reimagining of the Batman legend unfolds within the vibrant and fierce culture of 16th century Mesoamerica. In the time of the Aztec empire, tragedy strikes Yohualli Coatl, a young Aztec boy, when his father is murdered by Spanish conquistadors. To warn King Moctezuma and his high priest, Yoka, of imminent danger, Yohualli escapes to Tenochtitlán. There, he trains in the temple of the bat god Tzinacan with his mentor, developing equipment and weaponry to confront the Spanish invasion and avenge his father’s death. Along the way, he encounters key figures like the fierce Jaguar Woman and the enchanting Forest Ivy. Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires, originally known as Batman Azteca: Choque De Imperios in Spanish, is directed by the Mexican artist / animation filmmaker Juan Meza-León (aka Juan Jose Meza-Leon), an animation storyboard artist and director of episodes of “TMNT”, “Final Space”, “Rick & Morty”, “Harley Quinn” series. The screenplay is written by Ernie Altbacker; based on Batman created by Bob Kane & Bill Finger. It’s produced by José C. García de Letona, Fernando De Fuentes S., Carina Schulze, Aaron D. Berger, Jim Krieg, & Kimberly S. Moreau. Made by Warner Bros Animation. WB will release Aztec Batman: Clash of Empires on VOD starting September 19th, 2025. And on DVD / Blu-ray as well. Want to watch?
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by admin | Jul 24, 2025 | FirstShowing News
Colman & Cumberbatch Talk Divorce in ‘The Roses’ Story Featurette
by Alex Billington
July 24, 2025
Source: YouTube
“The Roses is a cautionary tale about romance.” Searchlight Pictures has debuted a new promo featurette for The Roses, an upcoming comedy from filmmaker Jay Roach (known for Meet the Parents & Fockers, the Austin Powers movies, Dinner for Schmucks, The Campaign). “All’s fair when love is war.” Life seems easy for this couple, however that’s all about to change. A tinderbox of competition and resentments hidden underneath the façade of a picture-perfect couple is ignited when the husband’s professional dreams come crashing down and his (ex-)wife’s career as a chef takes off. An updated, modern take on the book “The War of the Roses” written by Warren Adler, which was already made before into 1989 comedy of the same name. The first trailer arrived a few months ago already – it’s still set to open in September this fall. The Roses cast includes Benedict Cumberbatch and Olivia Colman, with Andy Samberg, Allison Janney, Belinda Bromilow, Sunita Mani, Ncuti Gatwa, Jamie Demetriou, Zoë Chao, and Kate McKinnon. This is an amusing promo showing how much fun everyone had on set bringing the relationship chaos in the movie.
Here’s the story featurette (+ poster) for Jay Roach’s new comedy The Roses, from Searchlight’s YouTube:
You can rewatch the first official trailer for Jay Roach’s The Roses comedy right here to enjoy more footage.
Life seems easy for the picture-perfect couple – Ivy (Olivia Colman) and Theo (Benedict Cumberbatch): successful careers, a loving marriage, great kids. But beneath the façade of their supposed ideal life, a storm is brewing – as Theo’s career nosedives while Ivy’s own ambitions take off, a tinderbox of fierce competition & hidden resentment ignites. The Roses is a reimagining of the 1989 classic film The War of the Roses, based on the novel by Warren Adler. The Roses is directed by comedy filmmaker Jay Roach, director of the movies Mystery Alaska, Austin Powers trilogy, Meet the Parents, Meet the Fockers, Dinner for Schmucks, The Campaign, Trumbo, All the Way, and Bombshell previously, plus some TV series most recently. The screenplay is written by Tony McNamara. Based on the novel “The War of the Roses” written by Warren Adler. Produced by Jay Roach, Michelle Graham, Adam Ackland, Leah Clarke, Ed Sinclair, Tom Carver. This hasn’t premiered at any festivals or elsewhere at this moment. Searchlight Pictures will debut Jay Roach’s The Roses in theaters nationwide starting August 29th, 2025 later this summer. Look good?
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by admin | Jul 24, 2025 | FirstShowing News
Paul Mescal & Josh O’Connor in ‘The History of Sound’ Official Trailer
by Alex Billington
July 24, 2025
Source: YouTube
“There was a moment when I realized that I had probably never been as happy as I was when collecting songs..” Mubi has revealed the first official trailer for a heartrending, romantic film titled The History of Sound, made by acclaimed South African filmmaker Oliver Hermanus. This premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival a few months ago to mixed reviews – some raves, but plenty of negative reviews as well. Paul Mescal and Josh O’Connor play star-crossed lovers Lionel and David in the film – a sweeping, moving and tender romance from Oliver Hermanus. Two young men during World War I set out to record the lives, voices and music of their American countrymen. They’re both in love with folk music and walk through the forests of Maine to find and record these songs forever. But little do they know this will change the course of both of their lives. The History of Sound stars Mescal and O’Connor, with Molly Price, Alison Bartlett, Hadley Robinson, Raphael Sbarge, and Chris Cooper as older Lionel. I’m a big fan of both of these actors, they’re quite talented, but this isn’t their best film. It has a few lovely moments but it’s mostly a dud.
Here’s the first official trailer (+ poster) for Oliver Hermanus’ film The History of Sound, from YouTube:
In 1917, Lionel — a young, talented music student — meets David at the Boston Conservatory, where they bond over a deep love of folk music. Years later, Lionel receives a letter from David, leading him on an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional songs. This unexpected reunion, ensuing love affair, and the folk music they collect and preserve, will shape the course of Lionel’s life far beyond his own awareness. The History of Sound is directed by acclaimed South African filmmaker Oliver Hermanus, director of the films Shirley Adams, Beauty, The Endless River, Moffie, and Living previously, plus eps of the series “Mary & George” most recently. The screenplay is written by Ben Shattuck. Produced by Lisa Ciuffetti, Oliver Hermanus, Andrew Kortschak, Sara Murphy, Thérèsa Ryan, and Zhang Xin. This first premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival earlier this year. Mubi will debut Hermanus’ The History of Sound film in select US theaters starting September 12th, 2025 coming soon. Anyone want to watch?
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by admin | Jul 24, 2025 | FirstShowing News
Gorgeous Teaser Trailer for ‘Train Dreams’ Film Starring Joel Edgerton
by Alex Billington
July 24, 2025
Source: YouTube
“Every thread we pull, we know not how it affects the design of things.” Netflix has unveiled the first teaser trailer for one of the best films of 2025 titled Train Dreams, made by filmmaker Clint Bentley (writer / producer on Sing Sing, director of Jockey before this). Train Dreams premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year to rave reviews from many critics (here’s mine). All this positivity convinced Netflix to give it a theatrical release – playing in theaters exclusively in November for two weeks before it arrives for streaming. The breathtakingly beautiful film is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier, a logger and railroad worker who leads a life of unexpected depth and beauty in the rapidly-changing America of the early 20th Century. It follows him throughout a great deal of his life, through trials and tribulations, as he watches the world change right before his eyes. It’s an incredible film. With a score composed by Bryce Dessner. Train Dreams stars Joel Edgerton as Robert, Felicity Jones, Nathaniel Arcand, Clifton Collins Jr., John Diehl, Paul Schneider, with Kerry Condon and William H. Macy. Narrated by Will Patton. This is a gorgeous teaser that features some of the best shots in the film – I really, really love it. Don’t miss this film.
Here’s the teaser trailer (+ poster) for Clint Bentley’s film Train Dreams, direct from Netflix’s YouTube:
“A staggering work of art.” Based on Denis Johnson’s beloved novella, set during the early 20th Century, Train Dreams is the moving portrait of Robert Grainier (starring Joel Edgerton), a logger and railroad worker who leads a life of unexpected depth and beauty in the rapidly-changing America of the early 20th Century. Train Dreams is directed by acclaimed American filmmaker Clint Bentley, director of the film Jockey previously, plus a few shorts, and a produce / writer on the Oscar-nominated film Sing Sing. The screenplay is written by Clint Bentley and Greg Kwedar (director of Sing Sing), based on the novella of the same name by Denis Johnson. It’s produced by Marissa McMahon, Teddy Schwarzman, William Janowitz, Ashley Schlaifer, Michael Heimler. This initially premiered at the 2025 Sundance Film Festival earlier this year (read our review). Netflix will debut Bentley’s Train Dreams in select theaters first on November 7th, 2025, then streaming on Netflix worldwide starting November 21st. How does that look? Want to watch?
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by admin | Jul 24, 2025 | FirstShowing News
First Look Teaser for ‘The Last Frontier’ Inmates Plane Crash Thriller
by Alex Billington
July 24, 2025
Source: YouTube
“The only thing scarier than a plane crash is a plane crash full of violent inmates.” Uh oh. Doesn’t sound good. Apple TV has revealed a first look announcement teaser confirming the release of the series titled The Last Frontier. It’s set to arrive for streaming on Apple TV+ starting on October 10th this fall. Of course this just reminds me of Con-Air. Though it looks more like Con-Air meets The Grey (the 2011 Liam Neeson survival thriller). The series follows Frank Remnick, a U.S. Marshal in charge of the quiet and weathered barrens of Alaska, as he needs to deal with a prison transport plane crash full of violent inmates inside his jurisdiction. Jason Clarke stars as Remnick, along with Dominic Cooper, Haley Bennett, Simone Kessell, Dallas Goldtooth, Tait Blum, & Alfre Woodard. I also recognize Clifton Collins Jr. on the plane. With episodes directed by filmmakers John Curran (director of The Painted Veil, Stone, Tracks, Chappaquiddick, Mercy Road) and Sam Hargrave (director of Extraction 1 & 2). A very quick early teaser without much footage yet – but something to keep an eye out for anyway this fall. This might be really good.
Here’s the first look announcement promo for Apple TV+’s new series The Last Frontier, from YouTube:
The series follows Frank Remnick (Jason Clarke), the lone U.S. marshal in charge of all the quiet, rugged barrens of Alaska. Remnick’s jurisdiction is turned upside-down when a prison transport plane crashes in the remote wilderness, setting free dozens of violent inmates. Tasked with protecting the town he’s vowed to keep safe, he begins to suspect the crash wasn’t an accident, but the first step of a well-crafted plan with far-reaching and devastating implications. The Last Frontier is a series created & written by the writers Jon Bokenkamp (Taking Lives, The Call,, The Blacklist, The Blacklist: Redemption) and Richard D’Ovidio. With additional writing by Melissa Glenn. And episodes directed by John Curran, Dennie Gordon, Jessica Lowrey, Sam Hargrave. Made by Pickpocket Entertainment & Apple Studios. Exec produced by Bokenkamp & D’Ovidio, Jason Clarke, Laura Benson, Glenn Kessler, Albert Kim, and Sam Hargrave. Apple will debut The Last Frontier series streaming on Apple TV+ starting October 10th, 2025 this fall. Who’s intrigued?
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by admin | Jul 24, 2025 | FirstShowing News
Suranne Jones in London ‘Hostage’ Thriller Netflix Series Full Trailer
by Alex Billington
July 24, 2025
Source: YouTube
“Every instinct is telling me to give them what they want…” Netflix has debuted the full official trailer for an intense political thriller series called Hostage, arriving for streaming in August. This British series is about what happens when the Prime Minister’s husband is held ransom. From star and executive producer Suranne Jones (Gentleman Jack, Doctor Foster) who stars in this as PM Abigail Dalton. When the British PM’s husband is kidnapped and the visiting French President is blackmailed, the two political leaders both face unimaginable choices. Forced into a fierce rivalry where their political futures, and lives, might hang in the balance, can they work together to uncover the plot that threatens them both? This also stars Ashley Thomas as her husband Dr. Alex Anderson, Julie Delpy as the French president Vivienne Toussaint, with Corey Mylchreest, Lucian Msamati, and Martin McCann. This trailer explains more of what is going on and sets up the complex plot – with a lot of high power politicians dealing with an delicate situation. But obviously there’s some twists and turns – whoever is pulling the strings is not going to be who we think it is.
Here’s the main official trailer (+ poster) for Matt Charman’s thriller series Hostage, direct from YouTube:
You can rewatch the teaser trailer for Netflix’s Hostage thriller series right here to view even more footage.
The French president’s visit to the United Kingdom is derailed by a kidnapping and blackmail scheme. When the British PM’s husband is kidnapped and the visiting French president is blackmailed, the two political leaders both face unimaginable choices. Forced into a fierce rivalry where their political futures, and lives, might hang in the balance, can they work together to uncover the plot that threatens them both? Hostage is a mini-series created and written by British writer / producer Matt Charman, also a writer on Suite Française, Bridge of Spies, Oasis, Killer Heat, “Our Zoo”, “Black Work”, and “Treason” previously. He adds: “I honestly believe what she’s done with this character is going to blow the Netflix audience away. An embattled British PM in the middle of a fight for her country and her family — she’s fierce, ruthless, and you can’t take your eyes off of her.” With episodes directed by Isabelle Sieb & Amy Neil. Produced by Annelie Simmons & James Levison. Executive produced by Steve Searle, Suranne Jones, Foz Allan, Matt Charman. Netflix releases the Hostage series streaming on Netflix starting on August 21st, 2025 later this summer.
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