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Just a rando Friday night thought:
I wanna see more women becoming voices in action film discussion in 2026. The last 13± years have been cool but it's mostly a sausage fest, and some of these dudes are just enabled, untested dickwads who think they're cool but aren't. Something needs changing.
I wanna see more women becoming voices in action film discussion in 2026. The last 13± years have been cool but it's mostly a sausage fest, and some of these dudes are just enabled, untested dickwads who think they're cool but aren't. Something needs changing.
WALTZING WITH BRANDO Review: Billy Zane Channels the Godfather’s Wild Island Dream in a Sun-Soaked Eco-Odyssey
This was the film I’d been dying to see ever since the first still of Billy Zane as middle-aged Marlon Brando surfaced—Brando the island-buying recluse who shot The Godfather and Last…
This was the film I’d been dying to see ever since the first still of Billy Zane as middle-aged Marlon Brando surfaced—Brando the island-buying recluse who shot The Godfather and Last…
WALTZING WITH BRANDO Review: Billy Zane Channels the Godfather’s Wild Island Dream in a Sun-Soaked Eco-Odyssey
This was the film I’d been dying to see ever since the first still of Billy Zane as middle-aged Marlon Brando surfaced—Brando the island-buying recluse who shot The Godfather and Last Tango in Paris while dreaming of a private Tahitian Eden. Adapted from Bernard Judge’s memoir Waltzing with Brando: Planning a Paradise in Tahiti, the story spans 1969–1974 and chronicles the unlikely partnership between the world’s most famous actor and an American architect as they design an eco-utopia on…
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November 28, 2025 at 3:32 PM
WALTZING WITH BRANDO Review: Billy Zane Channels the Godfather’s Wild Island Dream in a Sun-Soaked Eco-Odyssey
This was the film I’d been dying to see ever since the first still of Billy Zane as middle-aged Marlon Brando surfaced—Brando the island-buying recluse who shot The Godfather and Last…
This was the film I’d been dying to see ever since the first still of Billy Zane as middle-aged Marlon Brando surfaced—Brando the island-buying recluse who shot The Godfather and Last…
For those of you clutching your pearls over folks making "political statements" in the wake of national tragedies, here is some food for thought going into the weekend: it is an active choice when elected POLITICIANS ignore POLICIES that are meant to protect us, and enforce POLICIES that harm us.
November 28, 2025 at 2:10 PM
For those of you clutching your pearls over folks making "political statements" in the wake of national tragedies, here is some food for thought going into the weekend: it is an active choice when elected POLITICIANS ignore POLICIES that are meant to protect us, and enforce POLICIES that harm us.
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DRACULA: A LOVE TALE Review: Luc Besson’s Fresh Reinterpretation of Bram Stoker’s Eternal Novel
A bold new take on Bram Stoker's timeless classic arrives with Dracula: A Love Tale, reimagined through the visionary lens of Luc Besson, who transforms the vampire legend into a sweeping romantic…
A bold new take on Bram Stoker's timeless classic arrives with Dracula: A Love Tale, reimagined through the visionary lens of Luc Besson, who transforms the vampire legend into a sweeping romantic…
DRACULA: A LOVE TALE Review: Luc Besson’s Fresh Reinterpretation of Bram Stoker’s Eternal Novel
A bold new take on Bram Stoker's timeless classic arrives with Dracula: A Love Tale, reimagined through the visionary lens of Luc Besson, who transforms the vampire legend into a sweeping romantic fantasy. At its core is a Dracula propelled by an all-consuming love, enduring 400 years of torment in search of the reincarnation of his beloved. This intimate origin story rehumanizes the iconic count as a tragic figure, blending historical drama with supernatural yearning in a way that feels both audacious and deeply personal.
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November 27, 2025 at 4:02 PM
DRACULA: A LOVE TALE Review: Luc Besson’s Fresh Reinterpretation of Bram Stoker’s Eternal Novel
A bold new take on Bram Stoker's timeless classic arrives with Dracula: A Love Tale, reimagined through the visionary lens of Luc Besson, who transforms the vampire legend into a sweeping romantic…
A bold new take on Bram Stoker's timeless classic arrives with Dracula: A Love Tale, reimagined through the visionary lens of Luc Besson, who transforms the vampire legend into a sweeping romantic…
Lots of people talk about how "blessed" they are at times or graced by a higher power for all the good and wonderful things they obtain. At times like these, however, I'm reminded by the historic & concurrent horrors and tragedies amid which we live in this world among folks who aren't as "blessed."
November 27, 2025 at 3:43 PM
Lots of people talk about how "blessed" they are at times or graced by a higher power for all the good and wonderful things they obtain. At times like these, however, I'm reminded by the historic & concurrent horrors and tragedies amid which we live in this world among folks who aren't as "blessed."
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The HiGH&LOW franchise goes to Thailand. Can't wait. Actually, can't wait for global domination of the franchise. Expand to every territory!
HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH Teases A Thai Action-Fueled Spin To The Japanese Franchise In 2027!
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the…
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the…
HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH Teases A Thai Action-Fueled Spin To The Japanese Franchise In 2027!
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the series with a cast of nearly a dozen A-listers in the region, including Nanon (Korapat Kirdpan), Sky (Wongravee Nateetorn), Nani (Hirunkit Changkham), and Pond (Naravit Lertratkosum). The story inherits the fascinating worldview of the previous "HiGH & LOW" series, and depicts a dynamic world unique to this new chapter through stylish action and the drama of young people standing up to protect their beliefs.
filmcombatsyndicate.com
November 27, 2025 at 10:46 AM
The HiGH&LOW franchise goes to Thailand. Can't wait. Actually, can't wait for global domination of the franchise. Expand to every territory!
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I share this piece a lot because I gotta make a living obviously but mostly I just really want people to watch and love this movie, and to recognize how rich and special it is
I wrote about 28 Years Later
28 Years Later | Priscilla Page
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November 27, 2025 at 2:59 AM
I share this piece a lot because I gotta make a living obviously but mostly I just really want people to watch and love this movie, and to recognize how rich and special it is
HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH Teases A Thai Action-Fueled Spin To The Japanese Franchise In 2027!
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the…
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the…
HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH Teases A Thai Action-Fueled Spin To The Japanese Franchise In 2027!
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the series with a cast of nearly a dozen A-listers in the region, including Nanon (Korapat Kirdpan), Sky (Wongravee Nateetorn), Nani (Hirunkit Changkham), and Pond (Naravit Lertratkosum). The story inherits the fascinating worldview of the previous "HiGH & LOW" series, and depicts a dynamic world unique to this new chapter through stylish action and the drama of young people standing up to protect their beliefs.
filmcombatsyndicate.com
November 26, 2025 at 11:27 PM
HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH Teases A Thai Action-Fueled Spin To The Japanese Franchise In 2027!
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the…
Japanese action franchise HiGH&LOW is going to Thailand in 2027 with the launch of new series venture, HiGH&LOW: BORN TO BE HiGH. Thailand's GMMTV and Parbdee Taesuk are producing and mainlining the…
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No contract, no coffee.
We don’t believe in sitting on the sidelines. Join our Transition co-chair @linamkhan.bsky.social , First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan & @sbworkersunited.org at the picket lines.
We don’t believe in sitting on the sidelines. Join our Transition co-chair @linamkhan.bsky.social , First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan & @sbworkersunited.org at the picket lines.
November 26, 2025 at 5:54 PM
No contract, no coffee.
We don’t believe in sitting on the sidelines. Join our Transition co-chair @linamkhan.bsky.social , First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan & @sbworkersunited.org at the picket lines.
We don’t believe in sitting on the sidelines. Join our Transition co-chair @linamkhan.bsky.social , First Deputy Mayor Dean Fuleihan & @sbworkersunited.org at the picket lines.
So, apparently Charlie Kirk was a patron to a transwoman's spicy page while married to Erika Kirk.
The good news? He knew what a woman was, after all. 😄
The good news? He knew what a woman was, after all. 😄
November 26, 2025 at 1:30 PM
So, apparently Charlie Kirk was a patron to a transwoman's spicy page while married to Erika Kirk.
The good news? He knew what a woman was, after all. 😄
The good news? He knew what a woman was, after all. 😄
SPEED TRAIN: Catch The Trailer For The New High-Speed Sci-Fi Actioner Opening Next Week!
From Level 33 Entertainment
From Level 33 Entertainment
SPEED TRAIN: Catch The Trailer For The New High-Speed Sci-Fi Actioner Opening Next Week!
From Level 33 Entertainment
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November 25, 2025 at 11:34 PM
SPEED TRAIN: Catch The Trailer For The New High-Speed Sci-Fi Actioner Opening Next Week!
From Level 33 Entertainment
From Level 33 Entertainment
If you told me ten years ago that in 2025 a veteran stuntwoman was going to respond to a comment I made regarding Trump's reported place in the Epstein files this year by telling me to "keep drinking the KOOL AID," I wouldn't have believed you as much then. But, it happened. This year is heavy.
a man in a blue sweater is sitting in front of a window and looking down .
Alt: a man in a blue sweater is sitting in front of a window and looking down .
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November 25, 2025 at 12:40 AM
If you told me ten years ago that in 2025 a veteran stuntwoman was going to respond to a comment I made regarding Trump's reported place in the Epstein files this year by telling me to "keep drinking the KOOL AID," I wouldn't have believed you as much then. But, it happened. This year is heavy.
Honestly, "The criminally complicit pedophile in the White House is working to bring us a new Jackie Chan movie" is not the newsbyte I was expecting on my 2025 bingo card.
Someone wake me up when this bullshit nightmare is over.
Someone wake me up when this bullshit nightmare is over.
November 24, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Honestly, "The criminally complicit pedophile in the White House is working to bring us a new Jackie Chan movie" is not the newsbyte I was expecting on my 2025 bingo card.
Someone wake me up when this bullshit nightmare is over.
Someone wake me up when this bullshit nightmare is over.
I can just see it now: Action fans innocuous to the ails of our country currently in crises because the criminal POTUS suddenly wants to be the leading voice in action movie prominence.
I don't think I want a fourth Rush Hour under these circumstances.
www.semafor.com/article/11/2...
I don't think I want a fourth Rush Hour under these circumstances.
www.semafor.com/article/11/2...
Exclusive: How Trump is trying to remake American culture — starting with his favorite buddy-cop franchise
The president is offering some creative input on potential upcoming projects.
www.semafor.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM
I can just see it now: Action fans innocuous to the ails of our country currently in crises because the criminal POTUS suddenly wants to be the leading voice in action movie prominence.
I don't think I want a fourth Rush Hour under these circumstances.
www.semafor.com/article/11/2...
I don't think I want a fourth Rush Hour under these circumstances.
www.semafor.com/article/11/2...
Watch Now: NIGHT OF THE DEADLY FINGER, SOCAP_404, And BOX, And A Hearty Tribute To A Departed Friend
This one's for you, Dennis.
This one's for you, Dennis.
Watch Now: NIGHT OF THE DEADLY FINGER, SOCAP_404, And BOX, And A Hearty Tribute To A Departed Friend
This one's for you, Dennis.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Watch Now: NIGHT OF THE DEADLY FINGER, SOCAP_404, And BOX, And A Hearty Tribute To A Departed Friend
This one's for you, Dennis.
This one's for you, Dennis.
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I remember watching this (shout out to Vidiots) and experiencing Urotsukidōji levels of WTF did I just watch.
Within the first half hour of this movie, a school girl turns stripper for a horn crowd of old dudes to hide her talent for queefing darts out of her snatch in order to assassinate a yakuza senior.
Miike at his peak.
Miike at his peak.
November 24, 2025 at 2:44 AM
I remember watching this (shout out to Vidiots) and experiencing Urotsukidōji levels of WTF did I just watch.
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Holy shit, my BlueSky feed is just going all-in on hilarious smut today. 😃
Within the first half hour of this movie, a school girl turns stripper for a horn crowd of old dudes to hide her talent for queefing darts out of her snatch in order to assassinate a yakuza senior.
Miike at his peak.
Miike at his peak.
November 24, 2025 at 2:29 AM
Holy shit, my BlueSky feed is just going all-in on hilarious smut today. 😃
Within the first half hour of this movie, a school girl turns stripper for a horn crowd of old dudes to hide her talent for queefing darts out of her snatch in order to assassinate a yakuza senior.
Miike at his peak.
Miike at his peak.
November 24, 2025 at 2:18 AM
Within the first half hour of this movie, a school girl turns stripper for a horn crowd of old dudes to hide her talent for queefing darts out of her snatch in order to assassinate a yakuza senior.
Miike at his peak.
Miike at his peak.
November 23, 2025 at 10:39 AM
NYAFF XXV: Submissions Are Now Open For The 25th Edition!
The early bird deadline is on December 19 to start!
The early bird deadline is on December 19 to start!
NYAFF XXV: Submissions Are Now Open For The 25th Edition!
The early bird deadline is on December 19 to start!
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November 22, 2025 at 11:09 PM
NYAFF XXV: Submissions Are Now Open For The 25th Edition!
The early bird deadline is on December 19 to start!
The early bird deadline is on December 19 to start!
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A man died today at the Rikers Island jail complex. He was just hours away from an expected release.
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
Hours Before Expected Release, Rikers Detainee Dies After Apparent Seizure
Edwin Ramos, 38, was slated to plead guilty and walk free Friday morning. Instead, he became the 13th person to die in city custody this year.
www.thecity.nyc
November 21, 2025 at 9:43 PM
A man died today at the Rikers Island jail complex. He was just hours away from an expected release.
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
This year, 13 people have now died in the NYC jails. That is *nearly triple* the number of people who died in the NYC jails in all of 2024. www.thecity.nyc/2025/11/21/r...
ICYMI: The guy the establishment left thinks is an evil socialist and the establishment right thinks is an evil jihadist got the sitting pedophile-in-chief to confirm himself in all smiles as a fascist in front of reporters questioning them yesterday. What a time.
Have a good weekend 👋
Have a good weekend 👋
a man in a suit and tie is sitting at a desk
Alt: A fascist sitting next to an actual leader standing next to him.
media.tenor.com
November 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
ICYMI: The guy the establishment left thinks is an evil socialist and the establishment right thinks is an evil jihadist got the sitting pedophile-in-chief to confirm himself in all smiles as a fascist in front of reporters questioning them yesterday. What a time.
Have a good weekend 👋
Have a good weekend 👋
BANDIT: New Indonesian Action Thriller Debuts Poster Ahead Of JAFF Special Screening
The film stars Wafda Saifan and Roy Sungkono
The film stars Wafda Saifan and Roy Sungkono
BANDIT: New Indonesian Action Thriller Debuts Poster Ahead Of JAFF Special Screening
The film stars Wafda Saifan and Roy Sungkono
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November 21, 2025 at 11:16 PM
BANDIT: New Indonesian Action Thriller Debuts Poster Ahead Of JAFF Special Screening
The film stars Wafda Saifan and Roy Sungkono
The film stars Wafda Saifan and Roy Sungkono