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Geek Tyrant
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Milla Jovovich Is Back in Action in First Look at the New Thriller PROTECTOR — GeekTyrant
Milla Jovovich is stepping back into the line of fire in Protector , a gritty new action thriller that puts a maternal twist on survival. Highland Film Group has just released the first official image from the film, and it features Jovovich in the role of Nikki, a former war hero who's traded bloodshed for peace, living quietly with her daughter Chloe. But that fragile calm is shattered when Nikki wakes up in an abandoned factory, disoriented, alone, and with Chloe missing. From there, things escalate fast. The description for the film reads: 'Nikki's quiet life is shattered when she wakes up in an abandoned factory, only to discover that Chloe has been kidnapped. After she quickly escapes, Nikki plunges into the city's criminal underworld and in her quest to find Chloe. 'As she desperately searches for her daughter, she draws the attention of both the police and the military, shooting her to the top of the most wanted list. As she goes deeper, she uncovers a shocking truth that threatens everything she's fighting for. 'In this high-stakes race against time, Nikki must find the strength she thought she left behind to restore the hero her daughter desperately needs.' It's a high-octane setup that sounds like a perfect project for Jovovich, who built her action legacy as the face of the Resident Evil franchise. Joining her are Matthew Modine and Isabel Myers . Protector was directed by Adrian Grünberg, known for Rambo: Last Blood and Get the Gringo , and written by Bong-Seeb Munby. Production recently wrapped in New Mexico. There's no release date just yet. Source: Deadline
Geek Tyrant
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Green and Maria Pedraza to Star in Thriller Feature JUST PLAY DEAD Set to Sell at Cannes — GeekTyrant
Actors Samuel L. Jackson ( Pulp Fiction , The Avengers ), Eva Green ( Casino Royale ), and Maria Pedraza ( Money Heist ) have been hired to star in the upcoming thriller Just Play Dead . The film is being directed by Gary Fleder ( Homefront , Runaway Jury , Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead ) and written by Dan Gordon ( Rambo: Last Blood , The Hurricane ). Highland Film Group is handling international sales rights and launching the film in Cannes. In Just Play Dead , when wealthy criminal mastermind Jack Wolfe (Jackson) is cornered by the Feds, he plans to fake his own death and claim the $30 million life insurance payout with his 'grieving' wife Nora (Green), while framing her surfer lover Chad for his murder. But Nora is cooking up a scheme of her own: kill Jack for real, frame Chad and keep the fortune for herself. As lies unravel, Nora and Jack scramble to outsmart one another, leaving one burning question: who will come out on top in this twisted game of life and death? Stay tuned for updates on the film. via: Variety
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
First Look: Milla Jovovich in Action Thriller 'Protector'
Highland Film Group has released the first image of 'Protector,' starring Milla Jovovich as Nikki, a former war hero who thought she'd left her violent past behind for a peaceful life with her daughter, Chloe. In the film, Nikki's quiet life is shattered when she wakes up in an abandoned factory, only to discover that Chloe has been kidnapped. After she quickly escapes, Nikki plunges into the city's criminal underworld and in her quest to find Chloe. As she desperately searches for her daughter, she draws the attention of both the police and the military, shooting her to the top of the most wanted list. As she goes deeper, she uncovers a shocking truth that threatens everything she's fighting for. In this high-stakes race against time, Nikki must find the strength she thought she left behind to restore the hero her daughter desperately needs. More from Variety Samuel L. Jackson, Eva Green and Maria Pedraza Team for Thriller 'Just Play Dead,' Highland Film Group Selling in Cannes Paul W.S. Anderson on Bringing George R.R. Martin's 'In the Lost Lands' to Life and How to Make a Blue Screen Film That Actually Looks Good 'In the Lost Lands' Review: Dave Bautista and Milla Jovovich Take a Dystopian-Future Road Trip Starring alongside Jovovich, star of the hit 'Resident Evil' franchise, is Matthew Modine and Isabel Myers ('Mixed-ish'). Production has recently wrapped in New Mexico. The action thriller was directed by Adrian Grünberg ('Rambo: Last Blood,' 'Get the Gringo'), and written by Bong-Seeb Munby. 'Protector' was produced by Kenneth Kim, Ho-Sung Pak, Bong-Seeb Mun for Aanaxion Studio, Ceasar Richbow and Arianne Fraser and Delphine Perrier for Highland Film Group. Highland Film Group is handling sales at the Cannes market. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Emmy Predictions: Talk/Scripted Variety Series - The Variety Categories Are Still a Mess; Netflix, Dropout, and 'Hot Ones' Stir Up Buzz Oscars Predictions 2026: 'Sinners' Becomes Early Contender Ahead of Cannes Film Festival
Geek Tyrant
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Jessica Alba Set to Lead Action Spy Thriller THE MARK from Director Justin Chadwick — GeekTyrant
Jessica Alba is heading back into action with her next big project. The Trigger Warning star has officially signed on to headline The Mark , an upcoming spy thriller that's gearing up to shoot in Australia this July. Directed by Justin Chadwick ( Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom ), the film sees Alba taking on the role of Eden, 'an enigmatic spy on a covert and dangerous mission. When Eden pulls single father Ben Dawson into her world of high-stakes espionage, his life is turned upside down.' According to the film's synopsis: 'Mistaken for the world's deadliest assassin, Ben becomes the perfect decoy for Eden. She uses the mix-up to expose a powerful network of corrupt politicians, placing Ben in the crosshairs of the CIA, Interpol, and ruthless crime syndicates. 'With enemies closing in from all sides, Eden must keep Ben alive long enough to complete her mission — while Ben must summon his inner action hero to stay alive and return to the person who matters most: his daughter.' The script for The Mark was written by Ronnie Christensen ( Passengers, Incarnate ). Arianne Fraser ( Land of Bad ) and Delphine Perrier ( Arcadian ) are producing for Highland Film Group, alongside Kia Jam ( The Misfits, Lucky Number Slevin ) of K. Jam Media. Henry Winterstern is also on board as an executive producer. Highland Film Group is co-financing the project with Aperture Media Partners, while Hoodlum will handle local production services. Alba has been busy lately. She executive produced and starred in Netflix's Trigger Warning . She's also set to appear in Maserati: The Brothers opposite Anthony Hopkins and Andy Garcia. On top of that, Alba recently launched her own production company, Lady Metalmark Entertainment, earlier this year. Chadwick, who brings a strong dramatic sensibility to the table, has directed films like Tulip Fever , The Other Boleyn Girl , and Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom . With Alba diving into full spy thriller mode under Chadwick's direction, The Mark is shaping up to be one worth keeping an eye on. Source: Deadline
