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Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mickey 17 Max Release Date Set for Robert Pattinson Movie's Streaming Debut
Following its home video release, Warner Bros. has finally announced the HBO Max release date for the upcoming global streaming debut of Bong Joon Ho's latest sci-fi black comedy. Since its world premiere at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, the Robert Pattinson-led movie has received a Certified Fresh rating of 77% on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 331 reviews. This is a bit low compared to Bong's acclaimed 2019 movie Parasite's near-perfect Tomatometer score. 'The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes (Pattinson) has found himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living,' reads the official synopsis. Mickey 17 will be available for streaming starting on Friday, May 23, on HBO Max. This will then be followed by its broadcast debut on HBO on Saturday, May 24. The cast also included Naomi Ackie (Blink Twice), Steven Yeun (Beef, Minari), Toni Collette (Hereditary), Mark Ruffalo (Avengers: Endgame, Poor Things), Holliday Grainger (The Capture), Anamaria Vartolomei (Happening), Thomas Turgoose (This Is England), and more. The movie was written and directed by Bong Joon Ho (Parasite, Memories of Murder) based on the 2022 novel Mickey 7 by Edward Ashton. This marked Bong's latest English-language feature after over a decade since directing the Snowpiercer starring Chris Evans. The film was produced by Bong, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, and Dooho Choi, with Brad Pitt, Jesse Ehrman, Peter Dodd, and Marianne Jenkins serving as executive producers. The post Mickey 17 Max Release Date Set for Robert Pattinson Movie's Streaming Debut appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
Forbes
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Forbes
The Assassin In ‘The Old Woman With The Knife' May Have Lost Her Edge
Lee Hye-young turns on the vet who bandaged her arm, played by Yeon Woo-jin. It's awful to be abandoned when you are old and sick, says the veterinarian played by Yeon Woo-jin in the film The Old Woman With The Knife. He's talking about the stray dog brought to him by Hornclaw, the legendary assassin played by Lee Hye-young. Hornclaw does not usually let herself get emotionally attached, yet his words prompt her to bring the dog home. Emotional attachments are a liability for an assassin. Known as the Godmother, she works with an agency that describes itself as exterminators. They kill people they consider vermin, fulfilling client requests that often ask for the most grisly and punishing deaths. Hornclaw has been an assassin for most of her life, but now that she's in her 60s she worries about losing some of her edge. She's still killing people, she's still lethal, but health issues have made her vulnerable and some might argue less effective. Her enemies have no problem telling her how useless she is now that she's old. Those comments are likely to get them killed. Pagwa, played by Kim Kang-woo (The Tyrant) runs the pest control organization she works for and he's ready for a change—maybe less killing for noble reasons and more killing for profit—but that would mean getting rid of the principled Hornclaw. He hires a young thug, named Too-woo, played by Kim Sung-cheol, who really enjoys killing with or without justification. Too-woo shadows Hornclaw, supposedly to help her, but he has his own reasons to get rid of her. Kim Sung-cheol plays a thug assigned to shadow an assassin in 'The Old Woman With The Knife.' The vet who helped Hornclaw's stray dog is a nice guy, much too nice to become involved with assassins, but that's just what happens when he helps Hornclaw. The cool-headed assassin, who has successfully avoided emotional attachments, suddenly finds herself adopting a dog and a family she wants to protect. The female-centered action thriller, which premiered at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, explores issues of aging, control and the cost of violence. Lee 's raw portrayal of Hornclaw makes it easy for viewers to feel her scars. Even when the character seems calm, there's an undercurrent of fear, a wariness that makes her a great assassin. Lee has a long history of memorable roles, appearing in dramas from Boys Over Flowers to Bitter Sweet and in films such as In Front Of Your Face, which was a Cannes Official Selection, and The Novelist's Film, which won the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize at Berlinale 2022). Kim Sung-cheol, who plays a loathsome villain in this blood-splattered film, recently appeared in Death's Game, Hellbound 2 and Sweet Home 3, while Yeon Woo-jin can be see in the dramas A Virtuous Business, Daily Dose of Sunshine and Thirty-Nine. The Old Woman With The Knife is based on the novel Pagwa by Gu Byeong-mo, author of Apartment Women, a New York Times' Editors Choice. The novel was adapted for the screen and directed by Min Kyu-dong. Distributed by Well Go USA, the film was released in South Korea on April 30 and opens in U.S. theaters on May 16,
Korea Herald
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
Jeonju Intl. Film Fest kicks off 26th edition with 224 films
The Jeonju International Film Festival, South Korea's premier platform for indie and art house cinema, kicks off Wednesday featuring 224 films from 57 countries. The 26th edition of the annual festival will begin its 10-day run with an opening ceremony at 6:30 p.m. at the Sori Arts Center in Jeonju, located about 190 kilometers south of Seoul. Following the ceremony, the Romanian film "Kontinental '25," directed and written by Radu Jude, will open the festival, JIFF said. The comedy-drama film depicts the moral crisis a bailiff suffers after a homeless man she tries to evict commits suicide. It won the Silver Bear for Best Screenplay at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival in February. JIFF will conclude with the Korean documentary film "In the Land of Machines," directed by Kim Ok-young. The film follows the lives of three migrant workers from Nepal employed in South Korea. Throughout the festival, 224 movies will be screened across Jeonju. Among them, 80 films will have their global premieres at the festival. A special section focusing on democracy will feature six films that examine political upheaval around the world, offering reflections on South Korea's recent political crisis following impeached former President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief imposition of martial law. The "J Special: Programmer of the Year" section, now in its fifth year, features actress Lee Jung-hyun. She has selected three films to present: Park Chan-wook's "Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance," Hirokazu Koreeda's "Nobody Knows" and the Dardenne brothers' "L'Enfant." JIFF will also screen works featuring the actress, including her debut movie, "A Petal" (1996). (Yonhap)
Broadcast Pro
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
‘Têtes brûlées' continues festival run after Berlinale debut
MAD World oversees the film's international sales, while MAD Distribution manages its distribution across the MENA region. Following its world premiere at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival, where it earned two Special Mentions in the Generation 14plus section, Têtes brûlées is set to continue its festival circuit with upcoming screenings at the D'A Barcelona Film Festival. The film's director, Maja Ajmia Zellama, will participate in Q&A sessions after the screenings on March 28 at 5:15 PM and March 29 at 7:35 PM at Aribau 4, offering audiences deeper insight into her creative process and storytelling approach. A Belgian production infused with Tunisian influences, Têtes brûlées is a coming-of-age drama centred on 12-year-old Eya, who struggles to cope with the sudden loss of her older brother Younès. Bound by an unbreakable connection, Eya finds herself navigating a structured and emotional grieving process, leaning on her creativity, resilience, and Younès' close friends to make sense of her loss and move forward. At Berlinale, the film was recognised with two Special Mentions—one from the official Generation 14plus jury and another from the Independent Jury of the AG Kino – Gilde – Cinema Vision 14plus. These accolades further solidified its status as one of the festival's standout films. The Generation 14plus jury praised Têtes brûlées as 'a remarkable debut that provides a rare glimpse into a world of solidarity and love through the eyes of a young girl. With visually fresh imagery and heartfelt storytelling, it captures the complexity of grief and its transformative power. A bold yet delicate film, it highlights the strength found in unity during difficult times.' The film has also garnered critical acclaim, with Aurore Engelen of Cineuropa describing it as 'a film of few words but many gestures—hands reaching out, arms embracing and consoling.' She commended Zellama's sensitive direction, noting her ability to 'capture both the strength and fragility of these moments.' Written and directed by Belgian-Tunisian-Danish filmmaker Maja Ajmia Zellama, Têtes brûlées is produced by Komoko, with co-productions by Quetzalcoatl and 1080 Films. Zellama, a graduate of the LUCA School of Arts, is also the co-founder and president of ASBL Bledarte, a Brussels-based organisation dedicated to empowering immigrant youth through art and culture. The film's production team includes producers Marc Goyens and Nabil Ben Yadir, cinematographer Grimm Vandekerckhove, editor Dieter Diependaele, production designer Eve Martin, casting director Marie McCourt, and sound designer David Vranken. Têtes brûlées is represented for international sales by MAD World, while MAD Distribution is overseeing its release across the MENA region. The film features Safa Gharbaoui, Mehdi Bouziane, Mounir Amamra (DIVINES), Adnane El Haruati, Saber Tabi, Nicolas Makola, Mehdi Zellama and Monia Taieb.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
When Is Mickey 17's Digital & Streaming Release Date?
Audiences are eager to learn the digital release date of Mickey 17 following its impressive theatrical launch. This sci-fi comedy-fantasy film explores the journey of a disposable worker dispatched on a human mission to colonize the icy planet Niflheim. With a captivating storyline and strong performances led by Robert Pattinson, fans are keen to find out when the movie will be available on digital and streaming services. Here are all the details. Mickey 17 is expected to arrive on PVOD on Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Mickey 17, directed by Bong Joon-ho, the acclaimed filmmaker behind the Oscar-winning film Parasite (2019), made its debut at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival on February 15, 2025. Warner Bros released the film in South Korean theaters. Pictures on February 28, 2025, followed by its U.S. release on March 7, 2025. The movie being under the production hub of Warner Bros. typically releases its films on premium video-on-demand (PVOD) platforms. It happens approximately three and a half weeks to a month after their theatrical debut release. However, Mickey 17 is also expected to be available for digital purchase or rental. Its anticipated arrival date is Tuesday, March 25, 2025. Mickey 17's release date for its streaming on Max hasn't been disclosed yet. The precise streaming release date for Mickey 17 on Max (previously known as HBO Max) is known. But it's anticipated to come out around two to three months following its theatrical debut. The film has garnered a 78% approval rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 275 evaluations. Originally, the production budget was set at $118 million. Despite this, it has received favorable reviews from critics and has earned $92 million globally. Max is a subscription-based video-on-demand streaming service that offers a variety of content from HBO, Warner Bros., Discovery, and other brands. This includes films, television series, and exclusive original programming. The basic plan, which includes advertisements is at $9.99 per month. Further, the standard plan costs $16.99 per month, and the premium plan is available for $20.99 per month. The post When Is Mickey 17's Digital & Streaming Release Date? appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
