At the Gates Filmmaker and Cast on Their New Psychological Thriller
Writer/director Augustus Meleo Bernstein delivers a slow-burn psychological thriller with At the Gates. The film explores the human side of today’s hot social issues, such as immigration enforcement, and the role of undocumented workers in America’s economy. The story finds…
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Helen’s Dead Director K. Asher Levin Says Audiences Will Be Surprised by the Gore in His Dark Comedy
“The only thing it looks like you’re giving is up,” muses one character in Helen’s Dead, director K. Asher Levin’s offbeat new film, which sets up the comedic fodder that follows. The film about a dinner party gone wrong has…
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‘The Fall Guy’ Has Three Stunts That Just Aren’t Done on Movie Sets Anymore
The Big Picture "The Fall Guy" is a love letter to cinema and the stunt teams behind the scenes, celebrating the artistry of practical stunts and the blue-collar artisans that make movies happen. The film stars Ryan Gosling as a…
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Sofia Coppola and Cailee Spaeny Dish About Creating an Authentic Biopic with Priscilla
Priscilla is one of the most anticipated films of the year. Written and directed by Sofia Coppola (Lost in Translation, Marie Antoinette) the film is based on the book Elvis and Me, by Priscilla Presley with Sandra Harmon. Stars Cailee…
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‘I Am Not for Everyone’ Is Pete Holmes’ Favorite Standup Special to Date
The Big Picture Pete Holmes' first standup special in five years, I Am Not for Everyone, is now available to stream on Netflix. Holmes reflects on his faith journey, acknowledging the foundation that his upbringing provided while recognizing the need…
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The Marsh King’s Daughter’s Director Knows His Movie Won’t Please Every Fan
The Big Picture The Marsh King's Daughter is a gripping thriller that explores the haunting impact of the past on the present and delves into the complexities of personal transformation. Director Neil Burger was drawn to the film because of…
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Chase Joliet and Steph Barkley on Their Gripping New Indie Drama Grapefruit
Mother-son relationships can be tricky. And if the grown-up son just got divorced and has to move in with his newly sober mother, perhaps it could be even trickier to keep the peace. Writer-director-star Chase Joliet's new indie feature Grapefruit…
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‘Chucky’ Creator on Queer Horror Icons, and Why People Love the Killer Doll
The Big Picture Chucky's enduring appeal lies in the unique personality and performance of the character, as well as the dedicated and talented actor, Brad Dourif. The franchise embraces continuity by bringing back familiar faces, such as Devon Sawa, even…
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Scott Kennedy Hamilton & Neil deGrasse Tyson Discuss Shot in the Arm and Vaccine Skeptics
Anti-vaxxers, as they're often called, began sprouting up in the late '90s after one factually erroneous paper — released by an alleged slimy grifter named Andrew Wakefield — made vague connections between vaccines and autism. As the 'truthiness' era of…
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Meg Ryan and David Duchovny on the Feel-Good Vibes of What Happens Later
What happens when fate reunites two former college sweethearts while they’re snowed-in at a regional airport? A lot of talking — and rising emotions. It’s the perfect recipe for a heartwarming comedy, we say, and who better to helm the…
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Directors Graham and Parker Phillips Talk Aaron Eckhart and Rumble Through the Dark
In Rumble Through the Dark, Aaron Eckhart plays a gritty bare-knuckle cage fighter searching for redemption. The plot is rife with drama, emotional highs and lows, and plenty of twists. The story will undoubtedly stick with audiences, but it’s Eckhart’s…
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Reptile Producers Discuss the Hit Netflix Movie and Sicario 3′
The Big Picture Reptile on Netflix is a must-watch crime thriller that has claimed the #1 spot for three weeks. Producers Molly Smith and Trent Luckinbill of Black Label Media discuss their process for discovering new projects, choosing between theatrical…
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