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fromInverse
2 days ago

15 Years Ago, An Angelina Jolie Thriller Kicked Off A New Era For Female Action Stars

Salt, despite being a product of a past era's spy thriller trend, became a household favorite, exemplifying how mediocre films gained unexpected popularity in pre-streaming times.
Film
fromGameSpot
4 days ago

Cobra 4K Limited Edition Gets Steep Launch Discount At Amazon

Cobra, based on Paula Gosling's 1974 novel, features over-the-top violence and absurd writing, gaining a cult following since its release.
Film
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

40 Years Later, An Infamous Fantasy Flop Is Finally Getting A Remake

Hollywood appears hesitant to fully embrace female action stars, evidenced by the long wait for characters like Black Widow to take central roles, despite significant demand for representation.
Film
fromInverse
2 weeks ago

'The Old Guard 2' Ending Explained: How "All The Discussions" Led To A Trilogy

I was embraced on Star Wars with incredible respect and regard by J.J. [Abrams] and Kathleen [Kennedy]. They knew that this was a chance to allow someone who loved Star Wars to come in and swing it back in a way that had not happened historically.
Film
#streaming
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fromRoger Ebert
4 months ago

What to Watch on Netflix: March 2025 | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

New movie offerings on streaming this month feature notable titles including "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" and classic favorites like "50 First Dates."
fromPolygon
3 weeks ago
Film

Thunderbolts*, Ballerina, Bring Her Back, and every movie new to streaming this weekend

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fromRoger Ebert
4 months ago

What to Watch on Netflix: March 2025 | TV/Streaming | Roger Ebert

New movie offerings on streaming this month feature notable titles including "Den of Thieves 2: Pantera" and classic favorites like "50 First Dates."
fromPolygon
3 weeks ago
Film

Thunderbolts*, Ballerina, Bring Her Back, and every movie new to streaming this weekend

fromIndieWire
3 weeks ago

Searching for the Ideal 4th of July Movie? Look No Further Than 'Drop Zone'

The general perception was that 'Drop Zone' was a ridiculous and disposable programmer, suffering criticism for its plot holes despite its box office performance.
Film
#film-industry
fromIndieWire
1 month ago

'Ballerina' Review: Ana de Armas Kills Her Way Through a Solid Continuation of the John Wick Franchise

With that in mind, perhaps the more pressing question that "Ballerina" exists to put forward is this: Can the world of John Wick survive without series director Chad Stahelski?
Independent films
fromVulture
2 months ago

Mission: Impossible Movies, Ranked

The Mission: Impossible series, stemming from a modest television origin, has become the benchmark for high-quality, big-budget action films, showcasing Tom Cruise's dedication to stunts.
Independent films
Independent films
fromPolygon
2 months ago

Long-lost Hong Kong action classics from John Woo, Tsui Hark, and more finally getting 4K and digital releases

Shout! Studios is reviving classic Hong Kong action cinema digitally and physically after decades of unavailability in the U.S.
fromRoger Ebert
3 months ago

That's What Disruption Does For Me: Gareth Evans on "Havoc" | Interviews | Roger Ebert

Evans stages action and violence with artistry, making it feel noble rather than pernicious, while keeping the punishing bleakness of his narratives intact.
Music
fromPolygon
3 months ago

How GTA V inspired one of the year's most compelling action-thrillers

Herbulot's Zero combines thrilling action with a poignant political message inspired by real-world events and video games.
Video games
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