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First Look Photos Of Claire Danes and Tom Hiddleston From Apple TV+ THE ESSEX SERPENT – Series Begins May 13

Today, Apple TV+ revealed a glimpse at “The Essex Serpent,” and announced that the much anticipated six-episode Apple Original limited series based on Sarah Perry’s bestselling novel of the same name will debut globally with its first two episodes on Friday, May 13, 2022.

Starring a stellar cast led by Emmy and SAG Award winner Claire Danes, Emmy Award nominee Tom Hiddleston, Frank Dillane, Clémence Poésy and Hayley Squires, “The Essex Serpent” follows London widow Cora Seaborne (Danes) who moves to Essex to investigate reports of a mythical serpent. She forms an unlikely bond with the village vicar (Hiddleston), but when tragedy strikes, locals accuse her of attracting the creature.

“The Essex Serpent” is directed by BAFTA Award-nominee Clio Barnard, written by BAFTA Award-nominee Anna Symon. Barnard and Symon also serve as executive producers alongside Jamie Laurenson, Hakan Kousetta, Iain Canning, Emile Sherman and Patrick Walters. The series is produced for Apple TV+ by See-Saw Films.

“The Essex Serpent” will premiere alongside an expanding lineup of highly anticipated series making their global debut soon on Apple TV+, including “WeCrashed,” the new limited series starring Academy Award-winners Jared Leto and Anne Hathaway and premiering this Friday, March 18; “Pachinko,” the Korean, Japanese, and English-language drama based on the acclaimed novel by the same name premiering globally on Apple TV+ on March 25; “Slow Horses,” the new espionage drama adapted from CWA Gold Dagger Award-winning Mick Herron’s novels tarring Academy Award winner Gary Oldman premiering on April 1; “Shining Girls,” a new metaphysical thriller starring and executive produced by Emmy Award-winner Elisabeth Moss, and based on Lauren Beukes’ bestselling novel premiering April 29; “Now and Then,” the new eight-episode bilingual and multi-layered thriller making its global debut on May 20, and more.

Miyazaki Madness! PRINCESS MONONOKE Screens This Weekend Midnights at The Tivoli

“Ugh, I smell like a human!”

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PRINCESS MONONOKE (subtitled) plays midnights this weekend (June 7th and 8th) at the Tivoli (6350 Delmar in St. Louis’ Loop) as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series.

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Hayao Miyazaki’s PRINCESS MONONOKE (1997) is  reportedly a delightful anime from the man who has come to define everything that is best about the genre, I’ve never seen it, but Miyazaki always brings in the crowds for the midnight shows so I’m sure it’s a worthy choice. PRINCESS MONONOKE was Miyazaki’s calling card to the world outside Japan. The English voice cast boasts Billy Crudup, Billy Bob Thornton, Minnie Driver, Claire Danes, Jada Pinkett Smith, Gillan Anderson and Keith David – a considerable volume of talent for an animation back in 1997 (TOY STORY was 1995), arguably marking the beginning of another trend – for big names to be heard and not seen. Essentially a statement on the ecological devastation brought on by human advancement, the story follows the battle between Princess Mononoke and a mining village.

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Now you can experience some Miyazaki madness when  PRINCESS MONONOKE plays on the big screen this weekend (June 7th and 8th) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series.

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A Facebook invite for this event can be found HERE

The Tivoli’s located at 6350 Delmar Blvd., University City, MO. Admission is a mere $8!

Here is the midnight line-up for the next few weeks:

June 14-15          THE ROOM – with Tommy Wiseau in person, all tickets $20 (no passes) –                                            2019 Love Is Blind Tour

 June 21-22         THE SHINING   New 4K Digital Restoration!

June 28-29         HEREDITARY  By director of MIDSOMMAR

 July 5-6               RETURN OF THE LIVING DEAD 

 July 12-13           PAPRIKA

Miyazaki Madness! PRINCESS MONONOKE Screens Midnights This Weekend at The Tivoli

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“Ugh, I smell like a human!”

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PRINCESS MONONOKE (subtitled) plays midnights this weekend (September 8th and 9th) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series. The English-dubbed version will screen Saturday September 9th at 11:30am

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Hayao Miyazaki’s PRINCESS MONONOKE (1997) is  reportedly a delightful anime from the man who has come to define everything that is best about the genre, I’ve never seen it, but Miyazaki always brings in the crowds for the midnight shows so I’m sure it’s a worthy choice. PRINCESS MONONOKE was Miyazaki’s calling card to the world outside Japan. The English voice cast boasts Billy Crudup, Billy Bob Thornton, Minnie Driver, Claire Danes, Jada Pinkett Smith, Gillan Anderson and Keith David – a considerable volume of talent for an animation back in 1997 (TOY STORY was 1995), arguably marking the beginning of another trend – for big names to be heard and not seen. Essentially a statement on the ecological devastation brought on by human advancement, the story follows the battle between Princess Mononoke and a mining village.

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Now you can experience some Miyazaki madness when  PRINCESS MONONOKE plays on the big screen this weekend (September 2nd and 3rd) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series.

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A Facebook invite for this event can be found HERE

https://www.facebook.com/events/110528392975432

The Tivoli’s located at 6350 Delmar Blvd., University City, MO. Admission is a mere $8!

The Tivoli’s website can be found HERE

http://www.landmarktheatres.com/market/st.louis/tivolitheatre.htm

Here’s the Reel Late at the Tivoli Line-up for the next few weeks:

Sept. 15-16         THE MATRIX

Sept. 22-23         GOODFELLAS

Sept. 29-30         SCOTT PILGRIM VS. THE WORLD 

Oct. 6-7                POLTERGEIST (1980)

Oct. 13-14            RE-ANIMATOR 

Oct. 20-21 and Oct. 27-28              ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW  with live shadow cast, Samurai Electricians!
All tickets $10

Reel Late at the Tivoli takes place every Friday and Saturday night and We Are Movie Geeks own Tom Stockman (that’s me!) is there with custom trivia questions about the films and always has DVDs, posters, and other cool stuff to give away. Ticket prices are $8. We hope to see everyone late at night in the coming weeks.

See The New Poster For Sundance Hit BRIGSBY BEAR

Sony Pictures Classics has released a new poster for the indie hit BRIGSBY BEAR.

The film was an Official Selection at the 2017 Sundance Film Festival, as well as the 2017 Cannes Critics’ Week Closing Film.

In Variety’s review from the Sundance Film Festival earlier this year, writer Geoff Berkshire said, “BRIGSBY BEAR is the rare festival movie where the main character is experiencing the exact same sensation, and that creates an exhilarating viewing experience that works in the film’s favor. Whether or not this collaboration between childhood friends Dave McCary, Kevin Costello, and Kyle Mooney will hold the same appeal after marketing campaigns reveal many of the quirkiest surprises is an open question. But the eccentric, heartfelt curio is sure to attract a cult following under any conditions.”

Friday night’s Los Angeles Film Festival gala for director Dave McCary’s BRIGSBY BEAR was screened at the Arclight Hollywood.

Brigsby Bear Adventures is a children’s TV show produced for an audience of one: James (Kyle Mooney). When the show abruptly ends, James’s life changes forever, he sets out to finish the story himself and must learn to cope with the realities of a new world that he knows nothing about.

The film stars Kyle Mooney, Beck Bennett, Claire Danes, Mark Hamill, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., Greg Kinnear, Kate Lyn Sheil, Ryan Simpkins, Matt Walsh and Michaela Watkins.

Look for the film in select theaters July 28th.

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Miyazaki Madness! PRINCESS MONONOKE Plays Midnights This Weekend at The Tivoli

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“Ugh, I smell like a human!”

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PRINCESS MONONOKE plays this weekend (September 2nd and 3rd) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series. 

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Hayao Miyazaki’s PRINCESS MONONOKE (1997) is  reportedly a delightful anime from the man who has come to define everything that is best about the genre, I’ve never seen it, but Miyazaki always brings in the crowds for the midnight shows so I’m sure it’s a worthy choice. PRINCESS MONONOKE was Miyazaki’s calling card to the world outside Japan. The English voice cast boasts Billy Crudup, Billy Bob Thornton, Minnie Driver, Claire Danes, Jada Pinkett Smith, Gillan Anderson and Keith David – a considerable volume of talent for an animation back in 1997 (TOY STORY was 1995), arguably marking the beginning of another trend – for big names to be heard and not seen. Essentially a statement on the ecological devastation brought on by human advancement, the story follows the battle between Princess Mononoke and a mining village.

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Now you can experience some Miyazaki madness when  PRINCESS MONONOKE plays on the big screen this weekend (September 2nd and 3rd) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series.

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The Tivoli’s located at 6350 Delmar Blvd., University City, MO. Admission is a mere $8!

The Tivoli’s website can be found HERE

http://www.landmarktheatres.com/market/st.louis/tivolitheatre.htm

Here’s the Reel Late at the Tivoli Line-up for the next two weeks:

September 9-10 –   THE BIG LEBOWSKI

September 16-17 –  PSYCHO

Reel Late at the Tivoli takes place every Friday and Saturday night and We Are Movie Geeks own Tom Stockman (that’s me!) is there with custom trivia questions about the films and always has DVDs, posters, and other cool stuff to give away. Ticket prices are $8. We hope to see everyone late at night in the coming weeks.

More Miyazaki Madness! PRINCESS MONONOKE Plays Midnights This Weekend at The Tivoli

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“Ugh, I smell like a human!”

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PRINCESS MONONOKE plays this weekend (October 5th and 6th) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series. The midnight show this weekend is sponsored by Star Clipper, (St. Louis’ premier pop culture shop), who will provide trivia and prizes.

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Hayao Miyazaki’s PRINCESS MONONOKE (1997) is  reportedly a delightful anime from the man who has come to define everything that is best about the genre, I’ve never seen it, but Miyazaki always brings in the crowds for the midnight shows so I’m sure it’s a worthy choice. PRINCESS MONONOKE was Miyazaki’s calling card to the world outside Japan. The English voice cast boasts Billy Crudup, Billy Bob Thornton, Minnie Driver, Claire Danes, Jada Pinkett Smith, Gillan Anderson and Keith David – a considerable volume of talent for an animation back in 1997 (TOY STORY was 1995), arguably marking the beginning of another trend – for big names to be heard and not seen. Essentially a statement on the ecological devastation brought on by human advancement, the story follows the battle between Princess Mononoke and a mining village.

princess-mononoke-14520419-2064-1186

Now you can experience some Miyazaki madness when  PRINCESS MONONOKE plays on the big screen this weekend (October 5th and 6th) at the Tivoli as part of their Reel Late at the Tivoli Midnight series.

princess-mononoke-145204

The Tivoli’s located at 6350 Delmar Blvd., University City, MO. Admission is a mere $8!

The Tivoli’s website can be found HERE

http://www.landmarktheatres.com/market/st.louis/tivolitheatre.htm

Here’s the Reel Late at the Tivoli Line-up for the next four weeks:

Oct. 10-11            YOUNG FRANKENSTEIN

Oct. 17-18            CANNIBAL HOLOCAUST– Adults only!

Oct. 24-25 and Oct. 31-Nov. 1     ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW – All tickets $10 for ROCKY

Claire Danes and James Marsden Talk AS COOL AS I AM

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AS COOL AS I AM is a coming of age story about a smart, young girl caught in small town America. Dreaming of a bigger life, Lucy (Sarah Bolger) is subjected to her parents’ Lainee (Claire Danes) and Chuck (James Marsden) disintegrating marriage. Finding it tough to navigate her own relationships, Lucy not only confides in, but relies on best-friend, Kenny (Thomas Mann), for emotional and physical support. Ultimately, she finds hope and her dreams are within reach.

Check out the new featurette where Claire Danes and James Marsden discusses their roles in the film.

Director: Max Mayer

Starring: Claire Danes, James Marsden, Sarah Bolger
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AS COOL AS I AM is now available to watch in select theaters, Cable VOD, SundanceNOW and other digital outlets (iTunes, Amazon Streaming, PS3 Playstation Unlimited, XBOX Zune, Google PLAY and YouTube)
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Claire Danes In AS COOL AS I AM First Look Photo

Currently in post-production, Radiant Films International has announced it will be handling the foreign rights to the heartwarming comedy drama AS COOL AS I AM. Starring Claire Danes (“Homeland,” THE HOURS), James Marsden (X-MEN), Sarah Bolger (THE SPIDERWICK CHRONICLES), Thomas Mann (PROJECT X), Jeremy Sisto (ROBOT & FRANK) and two time Academy Award nominee Peter Fonda (ULEE’S GOLD), the film centers around a bright and intelligent teenage girl, Lucy (Bolger) and her almost boyfriend Kenny (Mann), who come of age in a small rural town. With her often absent and very young parents (Marsden and Danes) more in need of guidance and parenting than their daughter, Lucy turns to cooking shows to cope with the turbulent pains of adolescence and finds particular comfort in the celebrated culinary personality, Mario Batali. While Lucy charges ahead toward womanhood and her dream of becoming a chef, her mother is desperately searching for her own bigger life in this family comedy filled with laughter, tears, sex, love and pasta.

AS COOL AS I AM is from director Max Mayer (ADAM) and writer by Virginia Korus Spragg (AN UNFINISHED LIFE) based on the novel by Pete Fromm. Mayer’s feature film ADAM, starring Hugh Dancy and Rose Byrne, won the Grand Jury Prize at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival. Radiant’s sales slate will include the newly announced THE CITIZEN and TRUST ME. THE CITIZEN tells the story of an Arab immigrant named Ibrahim (played by celebrated Egyptian actor Khaled Nabawy from FAIR GAME) who wins the American green card lottery, arriving in New York City on September 10th, 2001. In addition to Nabawy, the film’s cast includes Agnes Bruckner (BLOOD AND CHOCOLATE), William Atherton (GHOSTBUSTERS) and Cary Elwes (THE PRINCESS BRIDE).

Currently shooting, TRUST ME is a dark comedy written, directed and starring Clark Gregg about the world of child stars. The film stars Gregg, as a former child star who has become a loser agent of young actors, when he stumbles across a child prodigy, played by newcomer Saxon Sharbino. The ensemble cast also includes Amanda Peet, Paul Sparks, Felicity Huffman, Allison Janney, William H. Macy, Molly Shannon, Niecy Nash and Sam Rockwell. Radiant’s AFM slate is rounded out by Andrew Levitas’ drama, LULLABY, MADAME BOVARY starring Mia Wasikowska, Paul Giamatti and Ezra Miller, and THE YELLOW HANDKERCHIEF with William Hurt, Maria Bello and Kristen Stewart.

ME AND ORSEN WELLES and a Domestic Trailer

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As one of the secret screenings from this year’s South by Southwest Film Festival, I am still kicking myself for not making time to see Richard Linklater’s latest, ‘Me and Orson Welles.’  The film stars Zac Efron as a student who works his way into a secondary role in the then 22-year-old Welles’ stage adaptation of “Julius Caesar.”  The film also stars Christian McKay as Welles, Claire Danes, Ben Chaplin, Kelly Reilly, Eddie Marsan, Leo Bill, Imogen Poots and Aidan McArdle.

Today, courtesy of Yahoo! Movies, we have the domestic trailer for the film.

Check it out:

The film looks very poignant, and it could be just the role that breaks Efron out of the ‘High School Musical’ game and into some real acting roles.  McKay looks brilliant, as well.

‘Me and Orson Welles’ opens on November 25th.

Fantasy Cast: Who should play Eliza Doolittle in the ‘My Fair Lady’ remake?

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So, perhaps this week’s Fantasy Cast is more geared towards the ladies, but I’m not ashamed to admit that the original 1964 feature film MY FAIR LADY is among the very best of cinematic musicals. Then again, it doesn’t hurt that I find Audrey Hepburn nearly as fascinating as Marilyn Monroe, but not for all the same reasons. Then again, Eliza Doolittle is a character similar in some odd ways to the character of Marilyn Monroe that Norma Jeane Baker created to secure her own fame and success. Hang on, I’ve gone off on a tangent again.

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The 1964 film has been a favorite with the genre fans for decades, starring the beautiful Audrey hepburn alongside Rex Harrison and directed by Geroge Cukor. The story follows a poor cockney flower girl (Hepburn) who happens upon an upper class phoenetics professor (Harrison) who wagers that he can turn her into a high class, proper English-speaking member of society in record time, but fails to recognize the effects it will have on the poor girl as she struggles to cope with her new self.

myfairlady02 It’s recently been revealed that Columbia Pictures and Toledo Productions have optioned the rights to remake this beloved musical. Alan Jay Lerner and Geroge Bernard Shaw are currently writing wrote the script. Nothing has been confirmed yet, but plenty of rumors have been generated. One of such rumors involves the possibility of SLUMDOG MILLIONAIRE director Danny Boyle being considered to helm the remake. Of course, no remake of MY FAIR LADY could ever succeed without the perfect actress being cast for the role. Now, to suggest that anyone is more perfect than Audrey Hepburn for this role could be called blasphemous, so we’ll assume the best and work with what we have. Rumors have surfaced here as well with two top contenders being hyped. Some camps are vying for Claire Danes to wear the massive victorian hats, whereas other camps are inclined to go with Keira Knightley. Personally, I feel a third viable candidate to consider is Anne Hathaway. It’s certainly a tough call…
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There you have it. Three choices for a role that many consider sacred. Of course, nothing says we have to stop there. Who would you like to see cast as Eliza Doolittle? Heck, should the film even be made? If you don’t like these casting options, go ahead and tell us who you see as the perfect “second” choice to Audrey Hepburn. Let us all know how you feel and what your vote is by leaving comments below. And, as always, if you have any ideas for future Fantasy Casts, shoot us an email with your ideas. You can find all of our email addresses right here!