Month: October 2021

“The Stuff That Dreams Are Made Of” Humphrey Bogart in THE MALTESE FALCON Screening at The Wildey Theater in Edwardsville November 2nd

“When a man’s partner is killed, he’s supposed to do something about it. It doesn’t make any difference what you thought of him. He was your partner and you’re supposed to do something about it. And it happens we’re in the detective business. Well, when one of your organization gets killed, it’s-it’s bad business to let the killer get away with it, bad all around, bad for every detective everywhere.”

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Nothing’s more fun than The Wildey’s Tuesday Night Film Series. Humphrey Bogart in THE MALTESE FALCON will be on the big screen when it plays at The Wildey Theater in Edwardsville, IL (252 N Main St, Edwardsville, IL 62025) at 7:00pm Tuesday November 2nd  Tickets are only $3  Tickets available starting at 3pm day of movie at Wildey Theatre ticket office.  Cash or check only. (cash, credit cards accepted for concessions)  Lobby opens at 6pm.

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Frequently considered the first – and finest – example of film noir filmmaking in Hollywood, 1941’s classic THE MALTESE FALCON will cast its mysterious shadows on the silver screen once again at the Tivoli

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Here’s the rare chance for movie buffs to see it in on the big screen, while a new generation can discover the secrets of the infamous “black bird” by seeing it for the first time. Originally released on Oct. 3, 1941, as the nation braced itself for the possibility of war, THE MALTESE FALCON launched John Huston’s directorial career with the story of high-living lowlifes who will stop at nothing to get their sweaty hands on a jewel-encrusted falcon. Detective Sam Spade, played by legendary Humphrey Bogart, wants to find out why – and who’ll take the fall for his partner’s murder.

The Randolph Scott Collection – Twelve Classic Westerns Now Available on Blu-ray From Mill Creek Entertainment

“I had me a quiet woman once. Outside she was as calm as Sunday, but inside wild as mountain scenery.”

Randolph Scott was a Hollywood Cowboy Legend, the always tall-in-the-saddle hero who helped define the genre. Rustle up a spot and enjoy 12 of his classics in this special 6-disc Western roundup. Making their Blu-ray debut in the United States and filled with new bonus features and collectible booklet, this is an impressive collection fit for any western movie fan! Order the set HERE

Here’s a vintage trailer for RIDE LONESOME:

The film in this set include:

The Desperadoes
The Nevadan
Santa Fe
Man in the Saddle
Hangman’s Knot
The Stranger Wore a Gun
A Lawless Street
The Tall T
Decision At Sundown
Buchanan Rides Alone
Ride Lonesome
Comanche Station

The films star Randolph Scott, Glenn Ford, Forrest Tucker, Donna Reed, Lee Marvin, Angela Landsbury, Maureen O’Sullivan, John Carroll, Lee Van Cleef, Pernell Roberts

Here’s the Trailer For Vanessa Marano and Ron Perlman in THIS GAME’S CALLED MURDER – In Theaters December 3rd

Coming soon from Cranked Up – HIS GAME’S CALLED MURDER opens in Theaters December 3rd.

Here’s the trailer:

THIS GAME’S CALLED MURDER is a dark and wickedly funny film about the eccentric members of the Wallendorf Family.  Mr. Wallendorf, a fashion mogul and designer of iconic red high heeled shoes, Mrs. Wallendorf, his conniving brutal wife,  and Jennifer Wallendorf, their daughter and a social media powerhouse who’s just trying to figure out love, friendship,  and world dominance. The eccentric Wallendorf’s struggle to maintain the facade of a prominent successful family while their violent nature rips them apart.

THIS GAME’S CALLED MURDER stars Vanessa Marano, James Lastovic, Ron Perlman, Natasha Henstridge, Nicole Sousa,  Nikko Austen Smith, Tory Devon Smith

Watch Jake Gyllenhaal And Yahya Abdul-Mateen II In First Trailer For Michael Bay’s AMBULANCE

Over one day across the streets of L.A., three lives will change forever.

In this breakneck thriller from director-producer Michael Bay, decorated veteran Will Sharp (Emmy winner Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Candyman, The Matrix Resurrections), desperate for money to cover his wife’s medical bills, asks for help from the one person he knows he shouldn’t—his adoptive brother Danny (Oscar® nominee Jake Gyllenhaal, Zodiac, Spider-Man: Far From Home). A charismatic career criminal, Danny instead offers him a score: the biggest bank heist in Los Angeles history: $32 million. With his wife’s survival on the line, Will can’t say no.

But when their getaway goes spectacularly wrong, the desperate brothers hijack an ambulance with a wounded cop clinging to life and ace EMT Cam Thompson (Eiza González, Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw, Baby Driver) onboard. In a high-speed pursuit that never stops, Will and Danny must evade a massive, city-wide law enforcement response, keep their hostages alive, and somehow try not to kill each other, all while executing the most insane escape L.A. has ever seen. 

Ambulance is produced by Michael Bay, p.g.a., Bradley J. Fischer, p.g.a. (Zodiac, Shutter Island) for New Republic Pictures, James Vanderbilt (Zodiac, 2022’s Scream) and William Sherak (Ready or Not, 2022’s Scream) for Project X, and Oscar® nominee Ian Bryce (Transformers franchise, Saving Private Ryan).

The screenplay is by Chris Fedak (Prodigal Son, Chuck), based on the original story and screenplay for the 2005 Danish thriller Ambulancen by Laurits Munch-Petersen and Lars Andreas Pedersen.

Only In Theaters February 18

https://www.Ambulance.movie

Jake Gyllenhaal as Danny Sharp in Ambulance, directed by Michael Bay.
(from left) Will Sharp (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) and Danny Sharp (Jake Gyllenhaal) in Ambulance, directed by Michael Bay.
Jake Gyllenhaal as Danny Sharp in Ambulance, directed by Michael Bay.
Director Michael Bay on the set of Ambulance.

New BLACK FRIDAY Trailer Stars Devon Sawa, Ivana Baquero, Ryan Lee, Stephen Peck, Michael Jai White and Bruce Campbell

Who says horror movies have to end on Halloween? There have been some recent funny and ingenious creepfests (KRAMPUS, BLACK CHRISTMAS, RARE EXPORTS), that have satiated moviegoers horror cravings well past October 31st.

On Thanksgiving night, a group of disgruntled toy store employees begrudgingly arrive for work to open the store at midnight for the busiest shopping day of the year. Meanwhile, an alien parasite crashes to Earth in a meteor. This group of misfits led by store manager Jonathan (Bruce Campbell) and longtime employee Ken (Devon Sawa) soon find themselves battling against hordes of holiday shoppers who have been turned into monstrous creatures hellbent on a murderous rampage on Black Friday.

Watch the brand new trailer for BLACK FRIDAY.

Perfect for those of us who’d rather watch movies during Thanksgiving week, than venture out for Black Friday deals and zombie hordes.

An Official Selection of Fantastic Fest 2021, check out BLACK FRIDAY In Theaters November 19th & On Demand November 23rd.

CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG – “Clifford Magical Movie Tuesday” Early Access Screenings Start November 9

Paramount Pictures has announced special pre-opening, first-ever, all day Early Access Screenings to celebrate the debut of its fall family adventure “Clifford the Big Red Dog” on Tuesday, November 9th, before its nationwide opening in theatres on Wednesday, November 10th.  Tickets to “Clifford the Big Red Dog” Early Access Screenings, as well as general release showtimes, are on sale now.

When middle-schooler Emily Elizabeth (Darby Camp) meets a magical animal rescuer (John Cleese) who gifts her a little, red puppy, she never anticipated waking up to find a giant ten-foot hound in her small New York City apartment. While her single mom (Sienna Guillory) is away for business, Emily and her fun but impulsive uncle Casey (Jack Whitehall) set out on an adventure that will keep you on the edge-of-your-seat as our heroes take a bite out of the Big Apple. Based on the beloved Scholastic book character, Clifford will teach the world how to love big!

Darby Camp stars in CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG from Paramount Pictures. Photo Credit: Courtesy Paramount Pictures.

Clifford Early Access Screening Tickets are on sale at Tuesday ticket prices, and moviegoers can get tickets at www.cliffordmovie.com. Tickets are also on sale on participating theatre ticketing platforms and at theatre box offices.  “Clifford the Big Red Dog” theatre buy-outs for birthday parties and private group rentals are also available for shows starting Tuesday, November 9th at special family-friendly prices.  Check local listings for details to reserve shows.

Says Paramount Pictures’ President of Domestic Distribution Chris Aronson, “Everyone’s favorite oversized pooch, Clifford, has something for the entire family as he brings his massive charm to the big screen.  The movie is magical…full of laughs, heart and adventure.  We’re delighted to join forces with our partners in exhibition to share Clifford early with movie fans of all ages across the country.”

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CLIFFORD THE BIG RED DOG has been rated PG for impolite humor, thematic elements and mild action.

ANTLERS: Win Passes To The St. Louis Advanced Screening This Thursday

From the visionary world of acclaimed director Scott Cooper and horror maestro Guillermo del Toro comes ANTLERS.  In an isolated Oregon town, a middle-school teacher (Keri Russell) and her sheriff brother (Jesse Plemons) become embroiled with her enigmatic student (Jeremy T. Thomas) whose dark secrets lead to terrifying encounters with a legendary ancestral creature who came before them.  Based on the short story The Quiet Boy by Nick Antosca. Produced by Guillermo del Toro, David S. Goyer, and J. Miles Dale.

WAMG is giving passes away to the advanced screening of ANTLERS at AMC Studio 28 with Dine-in theaters Wednesday Oct 27th 7pm

Watch the trailer.

Enter at the link to be the first to see ANTLERS

Link: http://www.searchlightscreenings.com/KCOtZ14201

No purchase necessary. Rated R

Get tickets HERE.

Jesse Plemmons, Jeremy T. Thomas, and Keri Russell in the film ANTLERS. Photo Courtesy of Searchlight Pictures. © 2021 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation All Rights Reserved

Here’s the Trailer For the Survival Horror Movie NIGHT AT THE EAGLE INN – Coming November 2nd

NIGHT AT THE EAGLE INN, the latest horror film from writer/director Erik Bloomquist (of the highly-acclaimed Ten Minutes to Midnight). Deemed “everything a viewer wants from a horror title” by Film Threat, the film follows fraternal twins Spencer and Sarah as they spend a terrifying night at a remote inn to investigate the last known whereabouts of their father. The film will be released November 2nd.

Here’s the trailer:

Fraternal twins Spencer and Sarah Moss embark on a pilgrimage to a remote Vermont inn to investigate the last known whereabouts of their father who mysteriously disappeared the night they were born. Once checked in, the uncanny innkeeper and enigmatic groundsman guide the twins through the institution’s tragic and terrifying history. Not ones to leave any stone unturned, Spencer and Sarah go rogue and dive deeper – their exploration leading to shocking revelations as the property’s dark secrets ensnare them in a hellish labyrinth they must escape before dawn. Equal parts The Innkeepers, The Shining, and Vacancy, Night at the Eagle Inn is a fast-paced horror-mystery laden with intrigue, black comedy, and plenty of scares.

NIGHT AT THE EAGLE INN stars Amelia Dudley, Taylor Turner, Greg Schweers, Beau Minniear, and Erik Bloomquist

Meet the stars of NIGHT AT THE EAGLE INN:

Amelia Dudley is a Brooklyn-based actress working in film, theatre, television, and stage combat. She made her television debut in Erik Bloomquist’s The Cobblestone Corridor (PBS) in 2015. Amelia’s performance in The Fall at the New York Fringe Festival was labelled “a true stand-out” (Keith Paul Medelis, Theatre Is Easy) and, after having a sold-out run at the Fringe, was extended as a part of Fringe Encores in October of 2016. Amelia also played a leading role in the feature film: “ReRUN,” starring Christopher Lloyd; which premiered at the Woodstock Film Festival. Amelia is a graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts and is a certified Advanced Actor Combatant with the Society of American Fight Directors. Theatrical highlights include Hamlet (Ophelia), All’s Well That Ends Well (Helena), and Cymbeline (Pisanio) with Adirondack Shakespeare.

An NYU Tisch grad, Taylor Turner is thrilled to be returning to Creepy Twin Town alongside Amelia after first appearing together in Erik Bloomquist’s limited mystery series The Cobblestone Corridor. Additional acting credits include Crashing (HBO), the horror-comedy feature Lillith, and Mainframe Pictures’ upcoming Christmas on the Carousel, co-written with Erik. He also wrote and produced the short film Intermedium, streaming on Amazon Prime. @taylorttt on Instagram and Twitter.

The Horror-Thriller SANZARU Debuts on North American VOD Platforms November 16th – Check Out This Scary Trailer

Freestyle Digital Media, the digital film distribution division of Byron Allen’s Allen Media Group/Entertainment Studios, has acquired North American VOD rights to the Horror-Thriller SANZARU. SANZARU will be available to rent and own on North American digital HD internet, cable, and satellite platforms on November 16, 2021 through Freestyle Digital Media. Check out this scary trailer:

SANZARU is a horror-thriller that tells the story of a nurse hired to care for an elderly woman who uncovers a shocking family secret. Evelyn, a young Filipina nurse, is living on an isolated estate while taking care of Dena, the aging matriarch of a Texas family. As Dena slips deeper into dementia, Evelyn begins to sense something ominous lurking behind the walls. Is the house a conduit for a malevolent supernatural force? Or is she just hearing things? As Evelyn’s paranoia pushes her to uncover her employer’s awful past, she may not be prepared for the havoc her curiosity will unlock. 


Written and directed by Xia Magnus, SANZARU was produced by Alyssa Polk, Anthony Pedone, Kenny Riches, Matt Wigham, and Nathan Hertz. The main cast is Aina Dumlao (‘Evelyn’), Justin Arnold (‘Clem’), Jayne Taini (‘Dena’), and Jon Viktor Corpuz (‘Amos’). 

“We’re thrilled to share Sanzaru with the world,” said filmmaker Xia Magnus. “As a meditation on forced isolation and family trauma, we think it’s a prescient film for these difficult times.” 

Freestyle Digital Media’s Director of Acquisitions, Chris Gray, negotiated the deal to acquire SANZARU with Michelle L. Mower at Imagination Worldwide, LLC.


‘Giallo Essentials’ – THE PYJAMA GIRL CASE, THE FIFTH CORD, and THE POSSESSED Set Available November 30th From Arrow Video

“I am going to commit murder. I am going to kill another human being. How easy it is to say, already I feel like a criminal. I’ve been thinking it over for weeks, but now that I’ve giving voice to my evil intention I feel comfortably relaxed. Perhaps the deed itself will be an anti-climax, but I think not.”

The box set Giallo Essentials featuring THE PYJAMA GIRL CASE (1978), THE FIFTH CORD (1971), and THE POSSESSED (1965) set will be available November 30th from Arrow Video

Alongside the spaghetti western, the giallo is one of the most famous Italian export genres: films steeped in mystery and intrigue, delivered with stylised violence and unforgettable musical themes. The Possessed (1965) masterfully combines noir, mystery and giallo tropes in a proto-giallo based on one of Italy’s most notorious crimes. It tells the story of a depressed novelist (Peter Baldwin) in search of his old flame (Virna Lisi) who has disappeared under suspicious circumstances, prompting an investigation that finds him plunged into a disturbing drama of familial secrets, perversion, madness and murder. The Fifth Cord (1971) boasts a complex, Agatha Christie-esque plot of investigation into a series of brutal assaults. As the body count rises, whisky swilling journalist Andrea Bild (Franco Nero) finds himself under suspicion, making it all the more imperative he crack the case. The Pyjama Girl Case (1978), inspired by a real-life case that baffles to this day, takes us to Australia where former inspector Timpson comes out of retirement to crack the case of a young woman, found on the beach, shot in the head, burned to hide her identity and dressed in distinctive yellow pyjamas… In the first of a multi-volume series of Giallo Essentials these films feature a raft of talent in front and behind the camera with each film restored from the original camera negatives and presented with a range of contextualising interviews and featurettes.

  • SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS:
  • Brand new 2K restorations of the film from the original camera negative for The Possessed, The Fifth Cord and The Pyjama Girl Case
  • High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentations of each film
  • Original lossless mono Italian and English soundtracks
  • Newly translated English subtitles for the Italian soundtracks
  • Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing for the English soundtracks
  • Rigid box packaging with newly designed artwork by Adam Rabalais in a windowed Giallo Essentials Collection slipcover
  • THE POSSESSED
  • New audio commentary by writer and critic Tim Lucas
  • Richard Dyer on The Possessed, a newly filmed video appreciation by the cultural critic and academic
  • Cat’s Eyes, an interview with the film’s makeup artist Giannetto De Rossi
  • Two Days a Week, an interview with the film’s award-winning assistant art director Dante Ferretti
  • The Legacy of the Bazzoni Brothers, an interview with actor/director Francesco Barilli, a close friend of Luigi and Camillo Bazzoni
  • Original trailers
  • Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Sean Phillips
  • THE FIFTH CORD
  • New audio commentary by critic Travis Crawford
  • Lines and Shadows, a new video essay on the film’s use of architecture and space by critic Rachael Nisbet
  • Whisky Giallore, a new video interview with author and critic Michael Mackenzie
  • Black Day for Nero, a new video interview with actor Franco Nero
  • The Rhythm Section, a new video interview with film editor Eugenio Alabiso
  • Rare, previously unseen deleted sequence, restored from the original negative
  • Original Italian and English theatrical trailers
  • Image gallery
  • Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Haunt Love
  • THE PYJAMA GIRL CASE
  • New audio commentary by Troy Howarth, author of So Deadly, So Perverse: 50 Years of Italian Giallo Films
  • New video interview with author and critic Michael Mackenzie on the internationalism of the giallo
  • New video interview with actor Howard Ross
  • New video interview with editor Alberto Tagliavia
  • Archival interview with composer Riz Ortolani
  • Image gallery
  • Italian theatrical trailer
  • Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Chris Malbon