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Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
What to Watch This Week: New movies and TV shows to stream from June 2 to 8
Several new shows and films are coming to streaming platforms from June 2 to 8. Highlights include Steven Soderbergh's Presence on Hulu, Tyler Perry's Straw on Netflix and fresh docuseries featuring Kristin Cavallari and Shaquille O'Neal. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Presence Straw Love Island USA Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Power Moves with Shaquille O'Neal Stick FAQs Streaming platforms will launch several new titles in the week of June 2 to 8. This includes suspense thrillers, dramas, documentaries and returning reality shows. Audiences will find new content across Hulu, Netflix, Peacock, E!, Criterion Channel, and Apple TV+.Presence, directed by Steven Soderbergh and written by David Koepp, arrives on Hulu this Tuesday. The film is told entirely from the view of a ghost living in a family's new home. It watches events unfold and uncovers a past tragedy while a new one develops. The film uses a floating camera to show the ghost's will debut Straw on Friday, June 6. The film stars Taraji P. Henson as a mother who is desperate for money for her daughter's medical needs. She decides to rob a bank. The movie also features Sherri Shepherd, Teyana Taylor and Madix returns as host of Love Island USA on Peacock this Tuesday. The last season was a big success and became a top reality show in 2024. The new season airs six nights a O'Neal stars in a new Netflix docuseries from Wednesday. It is called Power Moves with Shaquille O'Neal. The series shows his leadership at Reebok's basketball division. Allen Iverson joins him as vice president. Both athletes have strong ties to Reebok.A new show called Stick premieres Wednesday on Apple TV+. Owen Wilson plays a former pro golfer who is broke and divorced. He decides to coach a young player named Santi. The series shows their bond and journey toward new can stream Presence from Tuesday, June 4, exclusively on Hulu in the United series gives an inside look at Shaquille O'Neal's role in Reebok's basketball division with Allen Iverson.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
New on Hulu in June 2025 — all the new shows and movies to watch
Hard to believe it's almost June already, which means Hulu is gearing up with a fresh batch of new shows and movies to dive into this month. The biggest buzz is around the return of 'The Bear' for its highly anticipated fourth season, which is bound to have even more kitchen chaos and emotional intensity. On the movie front, there's the fresh movie release 'Predator: Killer of Killers' and the supernatural thriller 'Presence.' Below, I've rounded up my top picks among what's new on Hulu in June 2025, along with a complete list of everything new arriving (and what's leaving the streaming service) so you can plan your watchlist without missing a beat. 'Presence' is one of the most quietly original movies I've seen in a while. If you missed its limited run back in January, now's a good time to watch — especially if you're into supernatural thrillers that do something a little different. Directed by Steven Soderbergh, the entire movie is told from the point of view of the unseen entity haunting a house. Yep, the camera is the ghost. The movie begins with an ordinary family moving into a sleek new house that looks picture-perfect on the outside. But underneath the surface, things are already unraveling. The parents are barely holding their marriage together, the son is a rising swim star who's letting it go to his head, and the daughter is quietly falling apart after losing a close friend. As the family's tension builds, so does the sense that something isn't right in the house. The big question becomes not just what this presence wants, but why it's here in the first place. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Stream on Hulu from June 3 If you're an 'Alien' or 'Predator' fan like me, this is seriously the year to be excited. Not only are we getting 'Alien: Earth' in a few months, but there are two new 'Predator' movies on the way: 'Predator: Killer of Killers' and 'Predator: Badlands.' And while both sound promising, 'Killer of Killers' is the one I've got my eye on — it's got a seriously cool animation style that already sets it apart from anything we've seen in the franchise before. Directed by Dan Trachtenberg, 'Predator: Killer of Killers weaves together three distinct storylines: a Viking warrior leading her son on a revenge-fueled journey, a ninja in feudal Japan who clashes with his samurai brother over a brutal power struggle, and a WWII pilot who stumbles upon an ominous aerial threat while on a mission. This upcoming animated movie is crashing onto Hulu in just over a week, and the new trailer offers a glimpse of the chaos and bloodshed that's coming with it. Stream on Hulu from June 6 Ready to dive back into the heat of Chicago's most chaotic kitchen? 'The Bear' season 4 will soon arrive, bringing us back into the high-stress world of Carmen 'Carmy' Berzatto (Jeremy Allen White) and his relentless pursuit of culinary perfection alongside a team that's just as unpredictable as the food they serve. When we last left off, Carmy's newly launched fine-dining restaurant had just gotten a lukewarm review from the Chicago Tribune. On top of that, his right-hand chef, Sydney Adamu (Ayo Edebiri), is at a crossroads after quietly receiving a tempting offer from a rival restaurant. Beyond all the chaos at work, season 4 will likely dive deeper into Carmy's personal battles, exploring the tension with Richie and the unfinished business he still has with Claire. Stream on Hulu starting June 25 June 1 June 3 June 4 June 5 June 6 June 8 June 9 June 10 June 11 June 12 June 13 June 14 June 16 June 17 June 19 June 20 June 23 June 24 June 25 June 27 June 29 June 31 June 1 June 2 June 4 June 8 June 10 June 11 June 13 June 17 June 22 June 24 June 25 June 30
Digital Trends
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
Check out this great movie before it leaves Amazon Prime Video next week (May 2025)
Few directors went on a more impressive run through the late 1990s and early 2000s than Steven Soderbergh. In addition to winning the Oscar for Best Director and helming Ocean's Eleven, Soderbergh made several smaller movies that have stood the test of time. The greatest example is 1998's Out of Sight, a charming thriller starring George Clooney as a bank robber who finds himself in a hugely flirtatious relationship with Jennifer Lopez's Karen Sisco, a federal marshal looking to arrest him. Here are three reasons Out of Sight still hits more than 25 years later. Recommended Videos Lopez and Clooney have remarkable chemistry Although Out of Sight has elements of a great action movie, it is first and foremost a love story that heavily relies on the chemistry between Clooney and Lopez. Thankfully, both actors are more than up to the task. Clooney is playing exactly the kind of character you'd expect — a charming, slightly sleazy guy who is smarter than he lets on. Meanwhile, Lopez plays Sisco tough, but she's charmed by Clooney's thief long before she's willing to admit that to herself. Every scene they share is electric, the kind of onscreen chemistry that almost leaves the viewer tingling as they watch it. The supporting cast is excellent Although Clooney and Lopez deserve a lot of credit for the work they do here, Soderbergh assembled an incredible supporting cast to surround them. We've got Ving Rhames in his prime, a frazzled Steve Zahn, as well as Dennis Farina, Albert Brooks, and, maybe most importantly, Don Cheadle. On top of feeling like a cast filled with people who you might see on the street, the chemistry between every member of the cast is exceptional. Out of Sight was not the kind of movie that was destined to top the box office, but it's filled with recognizable faces anyway. Soderbergh knows exactly what he's doing In the past decade, Soderbergh has spent most of his time experimenting with different kinds of storytelling, and more power to him. In the 1990s and 2000s, though, there was no one more capable of combining action, comedy, and romance to deliver something utterly satisfying. That's exactly what he does with Out of Sight, a movie that is not about anything particularly complicated or emotional. Nevertheless, it's such an utterly satisfying movie and one that knows exactly how to achieve a perfect tonal balance. After watching, you feel like it's a masterpiece. You can watch Out of Sight on Amazon Prime Video.
Geek Vibes Nation
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
No Streaming Required: Physical Media Spotlight For The Week Of May 27th
We at GVN aim to keep you informed of the newest and best in the world of physical media. Over on our YouTube Channel, you can find us talking about everything you need to know on No Streaming Required, our weekly guide to all the latest 4K UHD, Blu-Ray, and DVD releases. For the week of May 27th, we have some incredible releases making their way to our shelves. Read on to get a brief overview of what you should have on your wishlist, then be sure to dive into the full rundown in the video below. This week, we spotlight the 4K UHD debut of a 2025 highlight as the Steven Soderbergh spy thriller Black Bag arrives from Universal with a cast including Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender, and Pierce Brosnan. The release comes with HDR10, a Dolby TrueHD 5.1 track, and a pair of supplemental features. Also from the studio, we have the charming romantic comedy Bridget Jones: Mad About The Boy starring Renée Zellweger, Hugh Grant, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Emma Thompson, arriving on Blu-Ray with deleted scenes, featurettes, and more. In the world of horror, we have the unusual John Frankenheimer environmental creature feature Prophecy debuting on 4K UHD Blu-Ray courtesy of Kino Lorber Studio Classics. The release is derived from a 4K scan of the Original Camera Negative with Dolby Vision, a commentary track, interviews, and more. Things stay serious at the label with western-themed Audie Murphy Collection IV featuring The Kid From Texas , The Cimarron Kid , and Drums Across The River arriving on Blu-Ray with new commentary tracks. Fans of laugh-out-loud comedies are sitting pretty this week with some favorites finally getting a proper presentation. Kino tackles the beloved sequel Wayne's World 2 starring Mike Myers and Dana Carvey on 4K UHD Blu-Ray. The release comes from a 4K scan of the Original Camera Negative with Dolby Vision, a commentary track, featurettes, and more. They also have the Farrelly Brothers classic Kingpin starring Woody Harrelson, Randy Quaid, Vanessa Angel and Bill Murray. The 4K UHD Blu-Ray presents the theatrical cut from a 4K scan of the Original Camera Negative with Dolby Vision, a commentary track, featurettes, and the extended cut on Blu-Ray. Finally, we have the newer cult favorite Bottoms arriving on Blu-Ray featuring the likes of Rachel Sennott and Ayo Edebiri. This release comes with two commentary tracks, a making-of documentary, deleted scenes, and more. It is a huge week for Smodcastle Cinema as they release the first Blu-Ray through their partnership with MVD Entertainment. The gripping, violent high school drama A Better Place arrives on Blu-Ray with a new Director's Cut derived from a 2K restoration. This release comes with a ton of special features including a new intro, a commentary track, deleted scenes, bloopers, and archival segments with executive producer Kevin Smith. The fine folks at OCN Distribution have a dramatic slate of Partner Label titles on Blu-Ray this month. Film Movement kicks us off with the recent gripping supernatural drama The Wait featuring a commentary track and a featurette on the VFX of the film. They also have the documentary A Life In Dirty Movies on Blu-Ray detailing the life and career of acclaimed adult film director Joe Sarno and his wife Peggy. The release comes with a commentary track and an array of additional interviews. Film Movement Classics offers a re-release of the Spanish western Time To Die featuring a 2K restoration, an introduction from Alex Cox, and a commentary track. Finally, IFC Films has the erotic odyssey Sleeping Beauty starring Emily Browning on Blu-Ray with a new audio commentary track. This is only a taste of what you can discover on No Streaming Required this week, so be sure to check out the full video below. What releases are you planning on picking up? Let us know over on Twitter. Before we let you go, we have officially launched our merch store! Check out all of our amazing apparel when you click here and type in GVN15 at checkout for a 15% discount! Make sure to check out our podcasts each week including Geek Vibes Live , Top 10 with Tia , Wrestling Geeks Alliance and more! For major deals and money off on Amazon , make sure to use our affiliate link !
Geek Tyrant
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Steven Soderbergh Talks About Steven Spielberg's JAWS and Why It's the Most Disruptive Movie Ever Made — GeekTyrant
Steven Soderbergh has made his fair share of bold, disruptive films with Sex, Lies, and Videotape , Traffic , and Contagion , but when it comes to the most disruptive film ever made? For him, it's not even a contest. It's Jaws . On the occasion of the film's 50th anniversary, Soderbergh sat down with Deadline to unpack exactly why Spielberg's 1975 shark thriller not only redefined cinema but proved Spielberg is, without question, the greatest director of all time. Soderbergh was only 12 when Jaws hit theaters, but he left that first screening with two questions rattling around in his head: 'What does 'directed by' mean? And who is Steven Spielberg?' The answers would shape his career. 'It was probably the moviest movie I'd ever seen at that point,' Soderbergh recalled, 'this incredibly combustible combination of super-high concept and bravura filmmaking.' But it wasn't just the terror of the shark or the suspenseful set pieces that blew his mind. 'What separates it from most movies before or since is the character work,' he said. 'When you look at how the narrative of the movie is built... it's just a model of movie storytelling.' He cites the USS Indianapolis scene, which is nine unbroken minutes of three men sitting in a boat as one of the boldest moves in film history. 'Can you imagine, in the middle of a Star Wars movie, a nine-minute dialogue scene? It's unthinkable.' That monologue, delivered by Robert Shaw's Quint, didn't even exist in the original Peter Benchley novel. The book was packed with soapy subplots, including an affair between Hooper and Brody's wife, that screenwriter Carl Gottlieb tossed out. The filmmakers reshaped the narrative around the primal terror of the shark, the uneasy camaraderie of the three leads, and, in Soderbergh's words, 'a totally unique talent blowing up.' As Soderbergh explained, Jaws was a perfect storm of risk and genius. 'They were out there in the middle of a f*cking ocean. There's a reason people don't do that,' he said. 'That shark was just a pneumatic mechanical device, in the actual ocean. There's no shortcut to that.' And when the shark didn't work? 'They were beginning to confront the real possibility that what they were attempting to do just physically cannot be done.' And yet, they kept going. Spielberg kept going. 'Under enormous pressure, everybody continued to do their best work,' Soderbergh said. 'It's a real clinic for a young filmmaker about the kinds of obstacles that you encounter. Never panic and never give up. It's pretty hard to beat.' It's easy to forget how groundbreaking Jaws was in the context of its time. Soderbergh points out that while other hits like The Godfather and The Exorcist also drew long lines, Jaws birthed the idea of the event movie, wide releases, saturation marketing, and watercooler buzz. 'You have to attribute that to Universal, recognizing they had a rocket in their pocket and tripling down on this wide-release strategy,' he said. But none of that would have mattered if the film didn't land. 'You can't just do it with any film. It was the beneficiary of a lot of different elements coming together in this one circumstance. And the guy made a masterpiece.' Of course, none of this happens without Spielberg. And even after decades of record-breaking box office success and countless genre-defining films, Soderbergh still thinks Spielberg is underrated. 'He's a singular talent who was going to emerge one way or another,' he said. 'Despite being the most successful director in history, I still think he's taken for granted.' 'There are things that he's done that if any other filmmaker had made them, these would be their career best,' Soderbergh said. 'But he's done it so often that he gets taken for granted.' He name-drops Ready Player One as a technical marvel most directors couldn't even conceptualize, let alone execute between Oscar-nominated dramas like The Post . And then there's 1993: Jurassic Park and Schindler's List in the same year. 'That's ridiculous,' Soderbergh said. 'Either one of those would put another filmmaker in the hospital.' In the end, that's what makes Spielberg the greatest of all time. Not just his eye for spectacle, or his ear for emotional truth, or his tireless innovation, but his ability to do all of it, consistently, across decades, in wildly different genres. Jaws wasn't just a turning point for movies, it was the moment a generational talent stepped forward and showed us what was possible. As Soderbergh put it: 'There was no other director on the planet who could have survived and made Jaws . Jaws .' And 50 years later, we're still enjoying what he delivered with that movie.
