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India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
From Flow To Nosferatu: 7 Oscar-Nominated Film To Must Add In Your Watchlist
photoDetails english 2908344 Updated:May 30, 2025, 02:44 PM IST Dune: Part Two 1 / 7 Dune: Part two is another must watch you can't miss on, this oscar nominated film is a science-fiction with captivating visuals that will keep you hooked. The Substance 2 / 7 The Substance is a psycholigical horror film to must watch for its gripping story and screenplay. Nosferatu 3 / 7 Nosferatu is another recommendation you can't miss on, this horror film will keep you hooked for its storyline. Inside Out 2 4 / 7 Inside Out 1 and 2 both are oscar nominated films these animated films are a must watch if you are a animated moive lover give it a watch. A Real Pain 5 / 7 A Real pain is another recommendation if you are looking something worthy to watch this weekend. Flow 6 / 7 This animated masterpiece is must pick if you like silent movies, this movie will keep you glued to watchs next. The Wild Robot 7 / 7 if you like techie movies with as sci-fi twist, The Wild Robot is a must watch. This movie will keep you hooked. (All Images: IMDb)
Pink Villa
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Box Office: Final Destination Bloodlines tops M3GAN, Nosferatu as it nears USD 100M domestic milestone
Final Destination: Bloodlines has officially carved its place as one of the highest-grossing horror films in the post-COVID era at the US box office, surpassing notable titles like M3GAN and Nosferatu, which each peaked at USD 95 million. With a domestic cumulative gross of USD 96.9 million, the R-rated supernatural horror sequel is rapidly approaching the coveted USD 100 million mark, expected to be reached by tonight or Friday. Industry insiders are now projecting a final domestic run between USD 125 million and USD 135 million, further solidifying its status as a major hit for the genre. The film experienced a strong Tuesday, earning USD 2.6 million on the discount day, the biggest for any Final Destination sequel's second Tuesday to date. Although this represented a steep 56.8 percent drop from the previous Tuesday's numbers, it still outperformed the 2009 installment, Final Destination 5, which made USD 937K on its second Tuesday with a 57.6 percent drop. This performance indicates sustained audience interest and an effective hold despite the typical midweek dip. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, and penned by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor from a story developed with Jon Watts, Final Destination: Bloodlines is the sixth installment in the iconic franchise that first gripped audiences with its inventive death sequences and tension-filled storytelling in the year 2000. The film follows a college student played by Kaitlyn Santa Juana, who inherits chilling visions from her dying grandmother, warning of an impending fatal event linked to a historic 1968 disaster. Supporting cast members include Teo Briones, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner, Anna Lore, Brec Bassinger, and Tony Todd. Initially developed as a reboot of the franchise, the film underwent several changes in production and ultimately became a continuation. Early announcements in 2020 had also suggested a shift toward a streaming release on HBO Max, but by March 2024, Warner Bros. Pictures confirmed a theatrical launch. Filming faced delays due to the SAG-AFTRA strike but took place up in Vancouver between March and May 2024. Released globally on May 16, Final Destination: Bloodlines has garnered generally positive reviews from critics, a welcome achievement for a franchise known for mixed reception in previous years. Worldwide, the film has grossed an impressive USD 189.5 million, making it both the best-reviewed and highest-grossing entry in the series to date. As Final Destination: Bloodlines nears the USD 100 million milestone domestically, it marks a successful resurgence for the horror franchise and a promising signal for theatrical horror's continued strength in the post-pandemic market.
Tatler Asia
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tatler Asia
‘Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning' is one last blaze of glory
Above Ving Rhames returns as Luther Stickell (Photo: Courtesy of Paramount Pictures) The Entity being able to control not just an isolated patch of the internet, but the entire cyberspace, leads to interesting scenarios compared to how Mission: Impossible films usually unfold. Suddenly stripped of the technology they have come to rely on, the characters suddenly must go analogue, forcing them to adapt to conditions that present their own set of risks and challenges. The action sequences are phenomenal, and the outrageous spectacles for which the franchise is known remain on full display. The fights themselves feel raw and visceral, adding a much-needed dash of realism. Amidst all this chaos, it also manages to find moments to sprinkle in lighthearted scenes that help the characters feel human and genuine. At the centre of all this are Cruise's stunts. Though Hunt seems superhuman in surviving extreme conditions, falls and blunt force trauma, he visibly struggles . He claws, trembles, grits his teeth, groans in pain and holds on for dear life. The payoff when he eventually succeeds in defeating his opponent is made that much more satisfying. However, certain scenes, such as Hunt's journey into the submarine Sevastopol, drag on for far longer than necessary. It succeeds in building tension, but fails to find the right moment to release it, resulting in a rather lukewarm tone to what would otherwise have been a nail-biter. Above This isn't the first time Cruise has clung onto a mid-flight plane (Photo: Courtesy of Paramount Pictures) Cruise wears the guise of Hunt like a second skin. He knows the character inside and out, flawlessly showcasing the agent's nigh-unshakeable confidence (and penchant for long-distance running) with enthusiastic intensity. There's a reason why he does his own stunts—it's because Hunt would have done the same. Cruise also enjoys chemistry with Pegg and Rhames, both of whom likewise deliver convincing and relatable performances. When all three are together on screen, they feel like old friends, especially with their back-and-forth exchanges and quips whose meanings only they are privy to. Grace brings a touch of pragmatism to the otherwise experienced and desensitised IMF. She acts as a sorely-needed voice of reason in a group that is already used to Hunt's antics; only she spoke out against Hunt's unhealthy practice of hoping that things go exactly according to plan, even though they rarely do. Paris stood out to me in Dead Reckoning thanks to Klementieff's electrifying performance, and was concerned that she would be relegated to a one-dimensional character who would only shine when she was punching someone in the face. I was proven wrong. In Final Reckoning , Paris retains her fiery demeanour and sharp wit, but she also has refreshing moments of vulnerability, providing a surprising layer of depth. In case you missed it: In 'Nosferatu', true horror lies within the human Above Hunt inspects a familiar-looking knife, which he receives from a familiar-looking individual (Photo: Courtesy of Paramount Pictures) On the other hand, Degas' character felt underutilised, despite the innate potential he carries. He is someone who follows orders faithfully, but is capable of taking a step back and making his own decisions. A few more scenes of him debating over obeying his superiors or aiding Hunt would have made him far more compelling and convincing ally. Morales brings Gabriel's cold and unsettling ruthlessness to life. He is commanding, self-assured and charismatic every time he's on screen. Even when he isn't, his presence lingers in the back of your mind. You know he's there somewhere, watching and waiting to attack. You just don't know when—and that's precisely what makes him so intimidating to both Hunt and the audience. The film nonetheless excels in caring about the characters that populate its world. Even minor supporting roles, such as Captain Bledsoe (Tramell Tillman) or Admiral Neely (Hannah Waddingham), are given incredible amounts of personality that one might easily forget that they're not part of the main cast. Above Catch the trailer of Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning Mission: Impossible - Final Reckoning manages to stand on its own merit, despite it being the second half of a two-part finale. And yet, its main role is clear: a proper, sentimental sendoff for what might be Cruise's last appearance as Hunt. It's a walk down memory lane as it references its past entries, from subtle gestures, reintroducing old faces and connecting the dots of previous mysteries in a way that, a majority of the time, feels natural and well-earned. It's a treat to see these not as pure acts of fan service, but as driving moments that move the plot forward. But that's not to say the film doesn't enjoy doing it. The characters themselves are just as excited, delighted, and yes, even devastated, to encounter these little moments. Just like all of Hunt's missions, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning , at times, derails. It makes mistakes; it's imperfect. It is at its best when it is a spy flick, with Cruise clinging onto the side of a plane or running surveillance with the help of his team (and hiding behind a digital camouflage screen). Mishaps occur during those protracted stunt scenes, more effective at irritating you than building suspense. Yet these small, awkward blotches ultimately end up as part of its charm. It veers off-course, but it never loses sight of what it is: a film about saving the day, even when no one is watching—a mission it chooses to accept, every single time.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘It: Welcome to Derry' Teaser: Bill Skarsgård Is Back as Pennywise in Prequel Series
It's been a beat since Bill Skarsgård played Pennywise in both 'It' films (released in 2017 and 2019, respectively), but the 'Nosferatu' and 'The Crow' actor has wasted no time diving into the demonic terror of the Stephen King villain for prequel series 'It: Welcome to Derry.' The show is set in 1960s Derry, 27 years before Andy Muschietti's 2017 'It: Chapter One' film. Filmmakers Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti developed the drama series 'Welcome to Derry' for television along with Jason Fuchs; Andy Muschietti is directing multiple episodes of the series. More from IndieWire 'FUBAR' Season 2 Trailer: Arnold Schwarzenegger Is Dad of the Year to CIA Agent Daughter Monica Barbaro 'The Bear' Season 4 Trailer: Jeremy Allen White Scrambles More Than Just Eggs to Salvage His Flailing Formal Restaurant The elusive logline reads: 'Set in the world of Stephen King's 'It' universe, 'It: Welcome to Derry' is based on King's 'It' novel and expands the vision established by filmmaker Andy Muschietti in the feature films 'It' and 'It: Chapter Two.'' So what is 'Welcome to Derry' really about? It's safe to say that it could just be an origin story for Skarsgård's Pennywise with a new crop of kids to scare. The cast includes Taylour Paige, Jovan Adepo, Chris Chalk, James Remar, Stephen Rider, Madeleine Stowe, and Rudy Mancuso. 'It: Welcome to Derry' is produced by HBO and Warner Bros. Television. Andy Muschietti and Barbara Muschietti produce through their Double Dream production company, along with Fuchs, Skarsgård, Brad Caleb Kane, David Coatsworth, Shelley Meals, Roy Lee, and Dan Lin who executive produce. Fuchs and Kane serve as co-showrunners on the project; Fuchs wrote the teleplay for the first episode. Skarsgård previously told Collider that it was 'surreal' how big of a success the 'It' films were. 'It became this completely universal thing, outside of the thing. That's not me. I can't even relate myself to it anymore,' Skarsgård said when reprising the role for the sequel film. 'And now that I'm going back and doing it, it's such a bizarre thing. I don't think I'll ever really experience anything like it. It's this dualistic thing of me and the work and the character, and then the thing that it became, but it's fun.' He added that it was easy to slip into the alter ego of the clown, too. 'I was surprised how much of the character was just there already,' he said. 'I instantly could access him again, like it was yesterday that we wrapped the first one. It was just all there. So, the work and preparation and figuring out the character is almost intuitive, which is pretty cool. It's a very strange thing, but I'm trying to enjoy the ride, as much as I can.' 'It: Welcome to Derry' premieres this fall on HBO and HBO Max. Check out the teaser below. Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie The 55 Best LGBTQ Movies and TV Shows Streaming on Netflix Right Now
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Alexander Skarsgård Says Being 'Emotionally Unavailable' Prepared Him for 'Murderbot'
Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard attends the Los Angeles premiere of "Nosferatu" at the TCL Chinese theatre in Hollywood, California, December 12, 2024. Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgard attends the Los Angeles premiere of "Nosferatu" at the TCL Chinese theatre in Hollywood, California, December 12, 2024. ROBYN BECK/AFP/Getty How did Alexander Skarsgård prepare to play a security robot that starts to find free will in Apple TV+'s Murderbot (May 16)? "Well, I've spent 48 years being emotionally unavailable. That's a good start." [laughs] Skarsgård plays the titular character Murderbot, which must hide its ability for free thought while tackling dangerous assignments for the humans it has been assigned to. Oh, and it binge watches a fictional soap opera. "I think Murderbot watches [The Rise and Fall of] Sanctuary Moon and other soap operas as a kind of anthropological study. It's a way to understand humans and humanity from a safe distance." Part of the appeal of the story for Skarsgård was the genre itself. "There are no limitations. When you create a sci-fi show, you're not bound to the rules or restrictions here on Earth. You can let your creativity flow." And while Skarsgård doesn't "foresee a romantic relationship," there is one rather revealing full frontal scene that actually says quite a bit. "Murderbot is created for one purpose and one purpose only—security. So why give him genitals?" SUBSCRIBE TO THE PARTING SHOT WITH H. ALAN SCOTT ON APPLE PODCASTS OR SPOTIFY AND WATCH ON YOUTUBE Editor's Note: This conversation has been edited and condensed for publication. What kind of research did you do to be a robot? Well, I've spent 48 years being emotionally unavailable. That's a good start. [laughs] I can relate. I found the character disturbingly relatable. I don't really know how I prepared. Obviously reading the script, but also read Martha Wells' novella that Murderbot is based on. I gravitated toward the character and the project, because Murderbot really popped off the pages. I was so excited when I was introduced to Murderbot, because it's such a surprising character. When I heard about a sci-fi action adventure project centered around an android called Murderbot, I expected something more along the lines of Robocop or something, like a bit more of an adrenaline feel, like testosterone, not this socially awkward, soap opera loving android that you meet. I just fell in love with Murderbot, thought it was such a fascinating character. And then the journey that Murderbot goes on, and the fact that it's not a robot, it's an android. There are organic components there that it's been kind of suppressed, in a way, was also quite fascinating, because it's about confronting your humanity and reluctantly confronting it and exploring it, which is the inner journey for Murderbot over the course of the season. Episode 2. Alexander Skarsgård in "Murderbot," premiering May 16, 2025 on Apple TV+. Episode 2. Alexander Skarsgård in "Murderbot," premiering May 16, 2025 on Apple TV+. Apple TV+ I kind of am obsessed with how much he enjoys soap operas. Was there any inspiration from modern trash TV? I can't point to a specific show, but we were clear on we wanted it to be way more big, gaudy, ostentatious and loud than the the actual Murderbot show. So we wanted it to be slightly weird in terms of the camera angles and the zooms and just the general narrative of it. But then when we started shooting it, I was like, this show is gonna be better than the Murderbot show. Even if people don't care about Murderbot [the character], they're definitely gonna ask for a full season of The Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon, because this is delicious. I do feel like Murderbot would get into some Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. I think you're correct, because it feels like Murderbot is really intrigued by human interaction and human drama, high stakes, as long as he doesn't have to engage, as long as it's from a safe distance where you can turn it off whenever you want. So, I think Murderbot really finds it juicy and delicious on Rise and Fall of Sanctuary Moon, there is lots of drama between the characters. And I feel like, I'm not an expert on the Real Housewives, but I can imagine there's a lot of drama on the show, and that would be right up Murderbot's alley, for sure. So, how did all of this come about for you? Because this does feel refreshingly different for you. I was probably looking for something refreshingly different. I came off of the Northman, Infinity Pool, like some of the greatest creative experiences of my career, but also dark projects, intense, dark characters. And I was excited for a little palate cleanser or something lighter, something a bit more comedic. So when this landed in my lap, I was just beyond excited. I started reading it expecting one thing, and it was just a completely different tone, completely different character. And I haven't done much sci-fi, so I was excited about jumping into a sci-fi world, but again playing a character that I that I hadn't seen before that just felt only quite idiosyncratic and unique. Episode 1. Alexander Skarsgård in "Murderbot," premiering May 16, 2025 on Apple TV+. Episode 1. Alexander Skarsgård in "Murderbot," premiering May 16, 2025 on Apple TV+. Apple TV+ What was it about the humor that you responded to? I responded to the fact that it was very deadpan. And it's a half hour sci-fi comedy, but it's not a sitcom-type comedy. The comedy derives from these awkward interactions and the juxtaposition between the space hippies and the android and how differently they view each other in the world and also the contrast between Murderbot in the scene and Murderbot in its own head with the inner monologue. And I think there's a lot of comedy you can mine in that when we spent quite a bit of time in pre-production and during shooting, and also in post during the edit in shaping the voiceover, the inner monologue going because it just adds another layer to the scene and an opportunity to have some fun with juxtaposing or contradicting what's happening on screen through the voiceover. You really can tell the difference between the voiceover and when he speaks. We wanted a very different cadence, a very different tone. We wanted to be way more verbose and playful and expressive, so that you feel like there's a contrast between the Murderbot that you're observing and what goes on in Murderbot's head. Just the fact that Paul and Chris Weitz are on this as writers. Had you always wanted to work with them? Well, I was so lucky, fortunate to come on board early. So it's over a year before we started shooting, and they are obviously extraordinarily talented and intelligent, but also the greatest collaborators, because there are no egos involved, they're so curious to hear other people's thoughts and open to bringing in ideas and not precious when it comes to their own ideas. So we had a full year where we could read the novella that the first season was going to be based on, and we felt like the structure was very much there in the novella, in terms of the beats, the action, so there was no reason to--I mean, if it ain't broke... like, it works in the novella, so that's the story. So it's more about going down on a character level, who is Murderbot and what is Murderbot's journey and their relationship to the other actors. And Chris and Paul are so good at interpersonal relationships and the dialogue. And they can find a tone that is very, very real, but at the same time, light and funny without leaning in too much on the comedy, to keeping it real. Episode 1. Alexander Skarsgård in "Murderbot," premiering May 16, 2025 on Apple TV+. Episode 1. Alexander Skarsgård in "Murderbot," premiering May 16, 2025 on Apple TV+. Apple TV+ What is it about the sci-fi genre that makes it so amendable to really any other genre: comedy, drama, action, etc.? Chris is also like an encyclopedia in terms of what he knows about the world. He read all the novellas, he knew all the details about the whole universe that Martha Wells had created and Paul as well. So that was just such rich knowledge to have. And I like the fact that you don't really know where this takes place. You don't know where or when. It could be our solar system 500 years from now, or it could be a completely different galaxy. We didn't try to pin it down on a specific time or specific location. It's up to the viewer to imagine that. But in terms of the genre, I'm not an expert on sci-fi, but I just felt that Murderbot had quite a unique tone, and that was really exciting to me. And there are no limitations. When you create a sci-fi show, you're not bound to the rules or restrictions here on Earth. You can let your creativity flow in a way. You also have a pretty unique full-frontal scene in this show. And by full frontal, heavy on the air quotes around "full frontal." Are you prepared for people to talk about the Ken doll'ness of Murderbot? No, it made perfect sense to me. Murderbot is created for one purpose and one purpose only, that is security. So why give him genitals? There's no pheromones. All that kind of stuff is disgusting to Murderbot. It doesn't have any sexual desires at all, so it made perfect sense. Of course it was going to be a Ken doll down there. Do you see in the future him longing for being less like Ken? No, I don't think so. I don't foresee a romantic relationship. I think Murderbot watches Sanctuary Moon and other soap operas as a kind of anthropological study. It's a way to understand humans and humanity from a safe distance. It doesn't like when it's involved. What my Murderbot says on the show, like, I don't like being involved. But the show, Sanctuary Moon, is great because then it learns a lot about humanity from watching. And over the course of the season, it starts to form these relationships with the humans, and I wouldn't call it love, but it starts to deeply care about the team members. And I can see that developing even deeper and Murderbot exploring its humanity on a deeper level. But I don't foresee a point where Murderbot goes like, "Oh, I wish I had genitals." I think that's not in its DNA or its programming. You've had so many memorable characters. Is there one people stop you for most? It's difficult. I'd say lately, it's probably Succession, because [Lukas] Mattson. It's a lot, obviously, depending on what's recently been on in theaters or on television. So for a while, Lukas Matsson, before that, it was the Northman. Eric Northman from True Blood has been, it was years ago and it had a dedicated fan base, that's something that still pops up, that people want to talk about. And Zoolander, of course. That was one of my very first jobs. I wasn't even an actor. I was just on vacation in L.A. and my dad's agent sent me out for this audition. I had just started out, but it was one of the first jobs I landed, and that, to this day, sometimes comes up. And you gave a little nugget to True Blood fans with your cameo on What We Do in the Shadows. Yeah, I happened to be in Toronto shooting Murderbot, and I'm a huge fan of What We Do in the Shadows. So they were shooting in Toronto simultaneously and they asked if I wanted to come in and do this one little thing after wrapping Murderbot. And then I didn't, it wasn't intentionally going to be Eric Northman, it was just gonna be one of the vampires. But then when we started the fitting, we were like, "Well, maybe we'll lean into it slightly, it could be fun if it's like a Northman-esque character."
