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trailer_spotCertain Women HD720p 18MB
Quiet drama based on three short stories that takes look at three women striving to forge their own paths amidst the wide-open plains of the American Northwest: a lawyer (Laura Dern) who finds herself contending with both office sexism and a hostage situation; a wife and mother (Michelle Williams) whose determination to build her dream home puts her at odds with the men in her life; and a young law student (Kristen Stewart) who forms an ambiguous bond with a lonely ranch hand (Lily Gladstone). As their stories intersect in subtle but powerful ways, a portrait emerges of flawed, but strong-willed individuals in the process of defining themselves. James Le Gros and Jared Harris are also part of the cast. Directed by Kelly Reichardt (Meek's Cutoff, Wendy and Lucy, Night Moves).
Collateral Beauty HD720p 48MB
Drama about a successful New York advertising executive (Will Smith). When he experiences a deep personal tragedy and retreats from life entirely, his colleagues devise a drastic plan to force him to confront his grief in a surprising and profoundly human way. Edward Norton, Keira Knightley, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren, Michael Peña and Naomie Harris are also part of the cast. Directed by David Frankel (The Devil Wears Prada, Hope Springs, Marley & Me).
I prefer inspirational movies to be more subtle. Here I have difficulties to even make it to the end of the trailer.
Mascots HD720p 18MB
After a whole decade, a trailer for a new comedy from Christopher Guest (Waiting For Guffman, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind). This one takes place in the ultra-competitive world of sports mascots where they compete for the most prestigious award in their field, the Gold Fluffy. Many of Guest's regulars return, among them Jane Lynch, Parker Posey, Fred Willard, Ed Begley, Jr., Bob Balaban and Jennifer Coolidge, Chris O'Dowd also makes an appearance.
Movie will be shown in October on Netflix.
Underworld: Blood Wars HD720p 36MB
Trailer for the fifth movie in the series, it follows Vampire death dealer, Selene (Kate Beckinsale) as she fends off brutal attacks from both the Lycan clan and the Vampire faction that betrayed her. With her only allies, David (Theo James) and his father Thomas (Charles Dance), she must stop the eternal war between Lycans and Vampires, even if it means she has to make the ultimate sacrifice. Lara Pulver and Tobias Menzies are also part of the cast. Directorial debut of Anna Foerster, who so far worked as a cinematographer and was responsible for special effects.
Fans will probably be pleased by the return of Beckinsale. For me the first movie is a guilty pleasure, the rest of the movies is mainly a blur. I wonder how many people can keep the various instalments apart. Set for an early January release, so studio expectations are minimal.
Perfect Strangers - Perfetti sconosciuti HD720p 14MB
Comedic ensemble drama from Italy that poses the question: How well do we really know those close to us? During a dinner party, seven friends decide to play a dangerous game. Each attendee places their cell phone on the table and agrees to make all texts and calls public in an attempt to prove that they have nothing to hide. What at first seems like a playful distraction between friends quickly turns into something much more toxic as the messages begin to reveal how little they may know about the partners and acquaintances surrounding them.
While the set-up is obviously "suicidal", it is a very entertaining movie. It also provides a reminder of the endless potential for profiling and blackmailing for the secret services who collect such information as a living.
Quiet drama based on three short stories that takes look at three women striving to forge their own paths amidst the wide-open plains of the American Northwest: a lawyer (Laura Dern) who finds herself contending with both office sexism and a hostage situation; a wife and mother (Michelle Williams) whose determination to build her dream home puts her at odds with the men in her life; and a young law student (Kristen Stewart) who forms an ambiguous bond with a lonely ranch hand (Lily Gladstone). As their stories intersect in subtle but powerful ways, a portrait emerges of flawed, but strong-willed individuals in the process of defining themselves. James Le Gros and Jared Harris are also part of the cast. Directed by Kelly Reichardt (Meek's Cutoff, Wendy and Lucy, Night Moves).
Collateral Beauty HD720p 48MB
Drama about a successful New York advertising executive (Will Smith). When he experiences a deep personal tragedy and retreats from life entirely, his colleagues devise a drastic plan to force him to confront his grief in a surprising and profoundly human way. Edward Norton, Keira Knightley, Kate Winslet, Helen Mirren, Michael Peña and Naomie Harris are also part of the cast. Directed by David Frankel (The Devil Wears Prada, Hope Springs, Marley & Me).
I prefer inspirational movies to be more subtle. Here I have difficulties to even make it to the end of the trailer.
Mascots HD720p 18MB
After a whole decade, a trailer for a new comedy from Christopher Guest (Waiting For Guffman, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind). This one takes place in the ultra-competitive world of sports mascots where they compete for the most prestigious award in their field, the Gold Fluffy. Many of Guest's regulars return, among them Jane Lynch, Parker Posey, Fred Willard, Ed Begley, Jr., Bob Balaban and Jennifer Coolidge, Chris O'Dowd also makes an appearance.
Movie will be shown in October on Netflix.
Underworld: Blood Wars HD720p 36MB
Trailer for the fifth movie in the series, it follows Vampire death dealer, Selene (Kate Beckinsale) as she fends off brutal attacks from both the Lycan clan and the Vampire faction that betrayed her. With her only allies, David (Theo James) and his father Thomas (Charles Dance), she must stop the eternal war between Lycans and Vampires, even if it means she has to make the ultimate sacrifice. Lara Pulver and Tobias Menzies are also part of the cast. Directorial debut of Anna Foerster, who so far worked as a cinematographer and was responsible for special effects.
Fans will probably be pleased by the return of Beckinsale. For me the first movie is a guilty pleasure, the rest of the movies is mainly a blur. I wonder how many people can keep the various instalments apart. Set for an early January release, so studio expectations are minimal.
Perfect Strangers - Perfetti sconosciuti HD720p 14MB
Comedic ensemble drama from Italy that poses the question: How well do we really know those close to us? During a dinner party, seven friends decide to play a dangerous game. Each attendee places their cell phone on the table and agrees to make all texts and calls public in an attempt to prove that they have nothing to hide. What at first seems like a playful distraction between friends quickly turns into something much more toxic as the messages begin to reveal how little they may know about the partners and acquaintances surrounding them.
While the set-up is obviously "suicidal", it is a very entertaining movie. It also provides a reminder of the endless potential for profiling and blackmailing for the secret services who collect such information as a living.