logo
‘The Lost Bus' teaser: Matthew McConaughey embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue children from a wildfire

‘The Lost Bus' teaser: Matthew McConaughey embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue children from a wildfire

The Hindu9 hours ago

Apple Original Films on Monday (June 9) unveiled the trailer of The Lost Bus, its upcoming rescue drama starring Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera. Directed by Paul Greengrass, the film is inspired by real events and is described as 'a white-knuckle ride through one of America's deadliest wildfires.'
The trailer shows glimpses of how Kevin (Matthew), a bus driver, embarks on a dangerous mission to save 22 school children from a terrifying wildfire with the help of a dedicated school teacher (America). A particularly striking visual shows Kevin drive his bus up a hill as the inferno blazes all around.
Written by Greengrass and Brad Ingelsby, the film is based on Lizzie Johnson's book 'Paradi.se: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire.' The cast of the film includes Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson and Spencer Watson.
The Lost Bus is produced by Ingelsby, Gregory Goodman, Jason Blum for Blumhouse Productions and Jamie Lee Curtis for Comet Pictures. An official release date is yet to be announced.

Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

‘The Lost Bus' teaser: Matthew McConaughey embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue children from a wildfire
‘The Lost Bus' teaser: Matthew McConaughey embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue children from a wildfire

The Hindu

time9 hours ago

  • The Hindu

‘The Lost Bus' teaser: Matthew McConaughey embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue children from a wildfire

Apple Original Films on Monday (June 9) unveiled the trailer of The Lost Bus, its upcoming rescue drama starring Matthew McConaughey and America Ferrera. Directed by Paul Greengrass, the film is inspired by real events and is described as 'a white-knuckle ride through one of America's deadliest wildfires.' The trailer shows glimpses of how Kevin (Matthew), a bus driver, embarks on a dangerous mission to save 22 school children from a terrifying wildfire with the help of a dedicated school teacher (America). A particularly striking visual shows Kevin drive his bus up a hill as the inferno blazes all around. Written by Greengrass and Brad Ingelsby, the film is based on Lizzie Johnson's book ' One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire.' The cast of the film includes Yul Vazquez, Ashlie Atkinson and Spencer Watson. The Lost Bus is produced by Ingelsby, Gregory Goodman, Jason Blum for Blumhouse Productions and Jamie Lee Curtis for Comet Pictures. An official release date is yet to be announced.

The Lost Bus trailer public review OUT: Fans thrilled as Matthew McConaughey returns to lead wildfire survival drama
The Lost Bus trailer public review OUT: Fans thrilled as Matthew McConaughey returns to lead wildfire survival drama

Mint

timea day ago

  • Mint

The Lost Bus trailer public review OUT: Fans thrilled as Matthew McConaughey returns to lead wildfire survival drama

The trailer for 'The Lost Bus', a survival drama directed by Paul Greengrass, was released on June 8. The film is based on the real-life 2018 Camp Fire in California — the deadliest wildfire in the state's history. It's adapted from Lizzie Johnson's non-fiction book 'Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire'. Matthew McConaughey plays a school bus driver who must lead a group of children and their teacher, played by America Ferrera, to safety through the chaos of the fire. The trailer gives only a brief look at the action, but its tense atmosphere and emotional core have already struck a chord with viewers. 'The Lost Bus' marks Matthew McConaughey's return to cinema after a brief hiatus. He was last seen in Guy Ritchie's 'The Gentlemen' (2021), and later voiced Buster Moon in 'Sing 2'. A fan wrote, "I'm very glad to see McConaughey," while another wrote, "Couple weeks ago, I was talking about how I haven't seen Matthew McConaughey in a while, and now this. Great to see him back! Can't wait!" A third fan commented, "That's how you do a trailer. It told us almost nothing and I have to see it." A fan of the director Paul Greengrass wrote, "Looks like a fantastic return for Greengrass and the way to do a trailer right." Another person commented, "It's great to see Paul Greengrass back in the director's chair!" Jamie Lee Curtis's personal connection to the story — her hometown was destroyed by wildfire — has added emotional weight to the project. The cast also includes Yul Vazquez and Ashlie Atkinson. The film is co-written by Paul Greengrass, best known for the 'Bourne' franchise, and Brad Ingelsby, known for 'Mare of Easttown'. It is produced by Jamie Lee Curtis for Comet Films and Jason Blum of Blumhouse Productions. The film is set to arrive in cinemas in 2025.

A Sense of Ennui
A Sense of Ennui

New Indian Express

time3 days ago

  • New Indian Express

A Sense of Ennui

I'm back after a three-week sabbatical, refreshed and raring to go. I find myself at a crossroads in my career and life, as all the things that previously excited me in my twenties and thirties, about being a driven lawyer and having a great work-life balance, started to bore me in my late thirties. After my kids were born, I wanted more! The courtrooms were dusty and dank, filled with sleazeballs and corruption, while the firm I was working at used me only to peddle papers and the like. No standing on the pulpit of justice and shouting out 'me-lord' and changing the world. It was all about money and a waiting game and I found it preposterous that the 'doyens' of justice were willing to compromise their ethics so readily. My brain raced with tumultuous thoughts and ideas, and as my fave teacher at school had told me, I had a 'turbulent soul'. My outlet was of course the performing arts and I was 'the first' in many spheres of my career. Be it a stand-up comedy films, theatre or using humour to address serious issues in the corporate training space. Now I am filled with a sense of ennui once again. It is time for re-invention or 'quietus'. Since I'm not ready for 'quietus' quite yet, I did the next best thing. I took off for a quick break to Thailand, where I spent my days lounging, drinking, eating and being massaged by very sweet Thai ladies who would often ask me questions in their sing-song voices which promptly put me to sleep! We were in a beautiful resort by the beach, so I had no wish to be with other beach-combers on crowded 'touristy' beaches, throng crowded by-lanes, hop into seedy massage parlours or buy more cheap Chinese goods! Instead, I spent my days at the glorious resort, eating excellent food, drinking fabulous mai-tais, swimming, listening to Thai music (or English songs sung with Thai accents) and rejuvenating my soul. The trip didn't involve a long flight, but the long immigration lines and tacky airport at Phuket were disappointing. Coming back home to my 'ooru' with exceptional service, a five-minute procedure to enter my own country felt like heaven. India has come into her own and now more than ever, I am proud to be an Indian. I came back to an invitation awaiting me from Chef Kevin who was showcasing his culinary skills at a very exclusive pop-up at the DoubleTree by Hilton Bengaluru Whitefield. Though the trek was long and arduous, the thought of trying out this young and experimental chef's cuisine was too tempting not to follow up. His credentials were impressive as he worked in three Michelin-starred restaurants on his culinary journey. We weren't disappointed as his signature dish 'Banh-Xeo' a beloved Vietnamese rice pancake hit all the sweet spots. Let no one doubt my allegiance to 'namma-ooru'. I was ecstatic when we ultimately claimed the IPL crown after 18 humiliating years of failing to do so. I was ready to adopt the young Virat Kohli (nothing much else I could do), but the aftermath that followed really cut me to the quick. A clarion call from the 'white shoe brigade' to celebrate resulted in the death of innocents and the injury of many. I was horrified to see the large number of dead and injured at the hospital nearby. Accept people as they are, but place them where they belong. (The writer's views are personal)

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into the world of global news and events? Download our app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store