First Trailer and Poster for the Upcoming "X-Men" film "Dark Phoenix"

20th Century Fox recently send us over the first poster and trailer for the upcoming "X-Men" film "Dark Phoenix". The film stars James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Nicholas Hoult, Sophie Turner, Tye Sheridan, Alexandra Shipp, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Evan Peters, and Jessica Chastain.

"Dark Phoenix" hits theaters on Feburary 14th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: www.DarkPhoenix.com

Plot Synopsis:

In DARK PHOENIX, the X-MEN face their most formidable and powerful foe: one of their own, Jean Grey. During a rescue mission in space, Jean is nearly killed when she is hit by a mysterious cosmic force. Once she returns home, this force not only makes her infinitely more powerful, but far more unstable. Wrestling with this entity inside her, Jean unleashes her powers in ways she can neither comprehend nor contain. With Jean spiraling out of control, and hurting the ones she loves most, she begins to unravel the very fabric that holds the X-Men together. Now, with this family falling apart, they must find a way to unite -- not only to save Jean's soul, but to save our very planet from aliens who wish to weaponize this force and rule the galaxy.

"Dark Phoenix": Official Trailer

"Alien: Covenant" Review by Tim Hellman

'ALIEN: COVENANT': Five Stars (Out of Five)

The sixth installment in the immensely popular 'ALIEN' franchise (the eighth counting two 'ALIEN VS. PREDATOR' movies), and the second chapter in series creator Ridley Scott's prequel series. Scott directed and co-produced the film, once again with the other two series creators David Giler and Walter Hill. The script was written by John Logan, Dante Harper, Jack Paglen and Michael Green. It stars Michael Fassbender (reprising his role from the previous film 'PROMETHEUS', and playing a new android role as well), Katherine Waterston, Danny McBride, Billy Crudup, Carmen Ejogo and Demian Bichir. James Franco, Noomi Rapace and Guy Pearce also have un-credited cameos in the movie (Rapace and Pearce also both reprise their roles from the previous film). It's received mostly positive reviews from critics, and it's been a hit at the Box Office so far as well (internationally). Like most of the other films in the franchise, I absolutely loved it!

The story is set in the year 2014, when the crew of the Covenant is headed for a remote planet called Origae-6. There are over 2,000 colonists onboard, plus thousands of embryos. An android named Walter (Fassbender), an updated version of David (from 'PROMETHEUS'), watches over the ship and everyone onboard (while they're all in stasis). When a shockwave hits the ship, Walter wakes the crew up early. While repairing damages done by the wave, the crew receives a human radio transmission from an unknown planet. The new captain, Christopher Oram (Crudup), decides they need to investigate it; against the objections of terraforming expert Daniels Branson (Waterston). Daniels is of course right to be concerned, and unknown xenomorphs might be involved.

Like 'PROMETHEUS', the film is full of very broad philosophical and religious ideas; and like all of the 'ALIEN' movies, and a lot of science fiction, it once again presents the idea that too much advancement in modern technology might lead to our downfall (the alien is never really the true enemy in any of these films). Unlike 'PROMETHEUS', and more like the other installments in the series, there's a lot of alien thrills and action though. It's kind of the perfect mix of violence and philosophy, and there's even some great Ripley-esque scenes in this one (and Waterson is fantastic in the role). I think fans of the series will be extremely pleased with this new chapter (as I am), and I'm eagerly looking forward to more new installments in the beloved series!

Creepy Teaser Poster for Ridley Scott's "Alien Covenant"

20th Century Fox recently released a new teaser poster for Ridley Scott's upcoming film "Alien: Covenant". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride and Demián Bichir.

"Alien: Covenant" hits theaters on May 19th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: AlienCovenant.com

Plot Synopsis:

Ridley Scott returns to the universe he created, with ALIEN: COVENANT, a new chapter in his groundbreaking ALIEN franchise. The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world. When they uncover a threat beyond their imagination, they must attempt a harrowing escape.

Official Stills for Terrence Mallick's "Song to Song"

Broad Green Pictures recently released stills for Terrence Mallick's upcoming film "Song to Song". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Ryan Gosling, Rooney Mara and Natalie Portman.

"Song to Song" hits theaters in limited release on March 17th.

Plot Synopsis:

In this modern love story set against the Austin, Texas music scene, two entangled couples—struggling songwriters Faye (Rooney Mara) and BV (Ryan Gosling), and music mogul Cook (Michael Fassbender) and the waitress whom he ensnares (Natalie Portman)—chase success through a rock ‘n’ roll landscape of seduction and betrayal.

Terrifying New Trailer and Teaser Poster for Ridley Scott's "Alien Covenant"

20th Century Fox recently released a new trailer and poster for Ridley Scott's upcoming film "Alien: Covenant". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride and Demián Bichir.

"Alien: Covenant" hits theaters on May 19th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: AlienCovenant.com

Plot Synopsis:

Ridley Scott returns to the universe he created, with ALIEN: COVENANT, a new chapter in his groundbreaking ALIEN franchise. The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world. When they uncover a threat beyond their imagination, they must attempt a harrowing escape.

"Alien: Covenant": Official Trailer #2

"Assassin's Creed" Blasts its Way to DVD & Blu-Ray

20th Century Fox recently released DVD and Blu-Ray information for their upcoming DVD and Blu-Ray release "Assassin's Creed". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Brendan Gleeson and Michael K. Williams.

Special features on the Blu-Ray and DVD includes Take the Pledge: Behind the Scenes of Assassin's Creed – Join the Brotherhood as you go behind the scenes of Assassin’s Creed in a five-part documentary, Deleted Scenes Conversation with Justin Kurzel & Christopher Tellefsen,Deleted Scenes Conversation with Justin Kurzel, Gallery and more.

"Assassin's Creed" hits DVD and Blu-Ray on March 21st.

Press Release:

Enter the Animus and dive deeper into the action when Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment releases Assassin’s Creed on Digital HD on March 10 and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, 3D Blu-ray™ and DVD on March 21. Ubisoft®’s blockbuster video game franchise is brought to life in this new powerful storyline, along with an arsenal of action and adventure, and continues with more than 90 minutes of high-powered unrelenting bonus features.

Michael Fassbender and Marion Cotillard star in this action-adventure film based on the critically acclaimed video game franchise. Through a technology that unlocks his memories, Callum (Fassbender) discovers he is a descendant of an ancient line of Assassins. Transformed by the past, Callum begins to gain the knowledge and physical skills needed to topple the Templar’s quest for world domination in the present day. Assassin’s Creed is a “beautiful cinematic experience that transcends its video game origins in every way.” (Andrew Freund, Dish Nation, Fox-TV)

An all-star cast is led by Academy Award® nominee Michael Fassbender* (Cal), Academy Award® winner Marion Cotillard** (Sofia), and Academy Award® winner Jeremy Irons*** (Rikkin). Directed by Justin Kurzel****, a Cannes’ Jury Prize winner, Assassin’s Creed transforms the popular video game franchise into a must-have film for any avid gaming and action-film enthusiast.

"Assassin's Creed" Review by Tim Hellman

'ASSASSIN'S CREED': Two and a Half Stars (Out of Five)

Another video game adaptation; this one revolves around an ancient society of assassins, that defend the world against the evil (and oppressive) Templars. The movie stars Michael Fassbender (who also co-produced the film), Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Brendan Gleeson, Charlotte Rampling and Michael K. Williams. It was directed by Justin Kurzel (who also directed Fassbender in last year's new 'MACBETH' adaptation); and it was scripted by Michael Lesslie, Adam Cooper and Bill Collage. The film's received mostly negative reviews from critics, and it's also bombed at the Box Office. I think it's no better than any other poorly made video game movie adaptation (but it is better cast).

Callum Lynch (Fassbender) is set to be executed for his horrendous crimes, when he's rescued by employees working for the corporation Abstergo Industries. Callum later learns that he's the descendant of an ancient order of assassins, that have always defended the world from the oppressive Templar Order. He also learns that Abstergo Industries are the modern-day incarnation of the Templar Order, and they plan to use a new technology to unlock his genetic memories (of his ancestors from 15th century Spain). They plan to use this information to lead them to a powerful ancient weapon (which can also be used for peace).

Like most video game movies, the plot is excessively complicated and pointless; who cares about any of it, except nerds with nothing better to do. Fassbender is dependably good in anything, and the rest of the cast is always reliably talented as well, but they're all wasted here. The movie is completely uninvolving, uninspiring and worst of all boring. One of the greatest crimes an action film can commit is to be incredibly dull. While the visuals are certainly cool, this movie is still guilty of this horrendous crime.

Official Red-Band Trailer for Ridley Scott's "Alien: Covenant"

20th Century Fox recently released the first red-band trailer and teaser trailer for Ridley Scott's upcoming film "Alien: Covenant". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, Billy Crudup, Danny McBride and Demián Bichir.

"Alien: Covenant" hits theaters on May 19th.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official website at: AlienCovenant.com

Plot Synopsis:

Ridley Scott returns to the universe he created, with ALIEN: COVENANT, a new chapter in his groundbreaking ALIEN franchise. The crew of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world. When they uncover a threat beyond their imagination, they must attempt a harrowing escape.

"Alien: Covenant": Official Red-Band Trailer

New Trailer and Poster for the Upcoming Action Film "Assassin's Creed"

20th Century Fox recently released the new trailer and poster for their upcoming film "Assassin's Creed". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Brendan Gleeson and Michael K. Williams.

"Assassin's Creed" hits theaters on December 21st.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official site at:
AssassinsCreedMovie.com

Plot Synopsis: 

Through a revolutionary technology that unlocks his genetic memories, Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender) experiences the adventures of his ancestor, Aguilar, in 15th Century Spain. Callum discovers he is descended from a mysterious secret society, the Assassins, and amasses incredible knowledge and skills to take on the oppressive and powerful Templar organization in the present day.

ASSASSIN'S CREED stars Academy Award® nominee Michael Fassbender (X-Men: Days of Future Past, 12 Years a Slave) and Academy Award winner Marion Cotillard (The Dark Knight Rises, La Vie en Rose). The film is directed by Justin Kurzel (Snowtown, Macbeth); produced by New Regency, Ubisoft Motion Pictures, DMC Films and Kennedy/Marshall; co-financed by RatPac Entertainment and Alpha Pictures; and distributed by 20th Century Fox. ASSASSIN'S CREED opens in theaters worldwide on December 21st, 2016.

"Assassin's Creed": Official Trailer #2

"X-Men: Apocalypse" Review by Tim Hellman

'X-MEN: APOCALYPSE': Four and a Half Stars (Out of Five)

 

The 9th film in the 'X-MEN' movie franchise; including two 'WOLVERINE' films, and a blockbuster'DEADPOOL' flick.  This chapter finds the outcast Marvel superheroes taking on an ancient mutant, named Apocalypse, and his team of four 'Horsemen'.  Apocalypse was just awoken from a very long sleep, and he now wants to take over the world; by destroying all the humans.  It's up to the 'X-Men to stop him.  The movie was directed by Bryan Singer (who also helmed 'X-MEN', 'X2' and 'X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST') and it was written by Singer, Simon Kinberg, Michael Dougherty and Dan Harris.  Jennifer Lawrence, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Nicholas Hoult, Rose Byrne and Evan Peters all reprise their roles (from earlier films); while Oscar Isaac, Tye Sheridan, Sophie Turner, Olivia Munn, Alexandra Shipp and Kodi Smit-McPhee all join the cast.  It's received less than stellar reviews from critics, but it has performed well at the Box Office (thus far).  I enjoyed it, but I also found it to be kind of disappointing.

 

En Sabah Nur (Isaac), also known as Apocalypse, was a powerful mutant in Ancient Egypt; who was betrayed by his people, and entombed alive.  He awakens in 1983, and decides the world must be destroyed and rebuilt.  The ancient mutant then recruits four new lieutenants, to help him; including Erik Lehnsherr, also known as Magneto (Fassbender).  Erik recently lost his family in a tragic accident, so he's easily manipulated by Apocalypse.  Mystique (Lawrence) discovers what happened to her old friend, Erik, and enlists the rest of the X-Men, to help her save him (and the world).

 

I'm a big X-Men fan; I grew up reading the comic books, and I absolutely love the other Bryan Singer helmed films.  Sadly, he kind of missed the mark here.  It's still a good movie, but there's just way too much going on.  There are so many characters, and the movie would honestly be pretty hard to follow; if you're not previously familiar with the material at all.  I still enjoyed it, but it is way too ambitious.  Hopefully the filmmakers can learn to minimalize what's going on, in future installments

First Trailer and Teaser Poster for "Assassin's Creed"

20th Century Fox recently released the first trailer and poster their upcoming film "Assassin's Creed". The film stars Michael Fassbender, Marion Cotillard, Jeremy Irons, Brendan Gleeson and Michael K. Williams.

"Assassin's Creed" hits theaters on December 21st.

For more information on this film, you can visit the film's official site at:
AssassinsCreedMovie.com

Plot Synopsis: 

Through a revolutionary technology that unlocks his genetic memories, Callum Lynch (Michael Fassbender) experiences the adventures of his ancestor, Aguilar, in 15th Century Spain. Callum discovers he is descended from a mysterious secret society, the Assassins, and amasses incredible knowledge and skills to take on the oppressive and powerful Templar organization in the present day.

ASSASSIN'S CREED stars Academy Award® nominee Michael Fassbender (X-Men: Days of Future Past, 12 Years a Slave) and Academy Award winner Marion Cotillard (The Dark Knight Rises, La Vie en Rose). The film is directed by Justin Kurzel (Snowtown, Macbeth); produced by New Regency, Ubisoft Motion Pictures, DMC Films and Kennedy/Marshall; co-financed by RatPac Entertainment and Alpha Pictures; and distributed by 20th Century Fox. ASSASSIN'S CREED opens in theaters worldwide on December 21st, 2016.

"Assassin's Creed": Official Trailer

The Apocalypse is Here with the Final Trailer for "X-Men: Apocalypse"

20th Century Fox recently released the latest trailer for upcoming Marvel film "X-Men: Apocalypse" The upcoming film stars James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Oscar Isaac, Nicholas Hoult, Rose Byrne, Tye Sheridan, Sophie Turner, Olivia Munn and Even Peters and is directed by Brian Singer.

"X-Men: Apocalypse" hits theaters on May 27th, 2016.

Plot Synopsis:

Following the critically acclaimed global smash hit X-Men: Days of Future Past, director Bryan Singer returns with X-MEN: APOCALYPSE. Since the dawn of civilization, he was worshipped as a god. Apocalypse, the first and most powerful mutant from Marvel’s X-Men universe, amassed the powers of many other mutants, becoming immortal and invincible. Upon awakening after thousands of years, he is disillusioned with the world as he finds it and recruits a team of powerful mutants, including a disheartened Magneto (Michael Fassbender), to cleanse mankind and create a new world order, over which he will reign. As the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance, Raven (Jennifer Lawrence) with the help of Professor X (James McAvoy) must lead a team of young X-Men to stop their greatest nemesis and save mankind from complete destruction.

 "X-Men: Apocalypse": Official Trailer #2

Official Trailer for the Upcoming Summer Film "X-Men Apocalypse"

20th Century Fox recently released the official trailer for upcoming 2016 summer film "X-Men: Apocalypse" The upcoming film stars James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Oscar Isaac, Nicholas Hoult, Rose Byrne, Tye Sheridan, Sophie Turner, Olivia Munn and Even Peters and is directed by Brian Singer.

"X-Men: Apocalypse" hits theaters on May 27th, 2016.

Plot Synopsis:

Following the critically acclaimed global smash hit X-Men: Days of Future Past, director Bryan Singer returns with X-MEN: APOCALYPSE. Since the dawn of civilization, he was worshipped as a god. Apocalypse, the first and most powerful mutant from Marvel’s X-Men universe, amassed the powers of many other mutants, becoming immortal and invincible. Upon awakening after thousands of years, he is disillusioned with the world as he finds it and recruits a team of powerful mutants, including a disheartened Magneto (Michael Fassbender), to cleanse mankind and create a new world order, over which he will reign. As the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance, Raven (Jennifer Lawrence) with the help of Professor X (James McAvoy) must lead a team of young X-Men to stop their greatest nemesis and save mankind from complete destruction.

 "X-Men: Apocalypse": Official Trailer

First Trailer for the Upcoming Summer Film "X-Men: Apocalypse"

20th Century Fox recently released the first trailer for upcoming 2016 summer film "X-Men: Apocalypse" The upcoming film stars James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Oscar Isaac, Nicholas Hoult, Rose Byrne, Tye Sheridan, Sophie Turner, Olivia Munn and Even Peters and is directed by Brian Singer.

"X-Men: Apocalypse" hits theaters on May 27th, 2016.

Plot Synopsis:

Following the critically acclaimed global smash hit X-Men: Days of Future Past, director Bryan Singer returns with X-MEN: APOCALYPSE. Since the dawn of civilization, he was worshipped as a god. Apocalypse, the first and most powerful mutant from Marvel’s X-Men universe, amassed the powers of many other mutants, becoming immortal and invincible. Upon awakening after thousands of years, he is disillusioned with the world as he finds it and recruits a team of powerful mutants, including a disheartened Magneto (Michael Fassbender), to cleanse mankind and create a new world order, over which he will reign. As the fate of the Earth hangs in the balance, Raven (Jennifer Lawrence) with the help of Professor X (James McAvoy) must lead a team of young X-Men to stop their greatest nemesis and save mankind from complete destruction.

"X-Men Apocalypse": Teaser Trailer

Ridley Scott's Upcoming "Prometheus" Sequel to be Titled "Alien: Covenant"

20th Century Fox recently released news on Ridley Scott's upcoming sequel to "Prometheus". The film has been re-titled "Alien: Covenant". The film is set to start Michael Fassbender.

"Alien: Covenant" is scheduled to be released on October 6th, 2017.

Plot Synopsis:

Ridley Scott returns to the universe he created in ALIEN with ALIEN: COVENANT, the second chapter in a prequel trilogy that began with PROMETHEUS -- and connects directly to Scott’s 1979 seminal work of science fiction. Bound for a remote planet on the far side of the galaxy, the crew of the colony ship Covenant discovers what they think is an uncharted paradise, but is actually a dark, dangerous world -- whose sole inhabitant is the "synthetic" David (Michael Fassbender), survivor of the doomed Prometheus expedition.

"Steve Jobs" Review - Written by Tim Hellman

'STEVE JOBS': Five Stars (Out of Five)

The new biopic about the life, and career, of Steve Jobs; the revolutionary co-founder of Apple Inc.. The film was directed by Danny Boyle and written by Aaron Sorkin; it's based on the 2011 biography book, of the same name, by Walter Isaacson. The movie stars Michael Fassbender as Steve Jobs; and it costars Kate Winslet, Seth Rogen, Jeff Daniels and Michael Stuhlbarg. It's received almost nothing but rave reviews, from critics, and it's also considered an early Oscar frontrunner; at next year's Academy Awards. I absolutely loved it!

The story plays out over three acts (that are all pretty close in running length); detailing three important new product launches, in the career of Steve Jobs (Fassbender). It begins in 1984, with the introduction of the Macintosh. The film then continues through 1988, with the debut of NeXT computer. It concludes in 1998, with the launch of iMac. We experience what Jobs was going through, involving everyone around him, during these three critical times in his career. The film especially focuses on Jobs' relationship with his daughter, Lisa (played by Peria Haney-Jardine, Ripley Sobo and Makenzie Moss).

A lot of people have compared this movie to 'THE SOCIAL NETWORK' (even going as far as to call it 'THE SOCIAL NETWORK 2'), and there are a lot of definite similarities. Both films were written by Aaron Sorkin (a genius screenwriter), and both tell the story of a similarly flawed, but very gifted man; who became an iconic revolutionist, in the technological world (and the world in general). Mark Zuckerberg and Steve Jobs are both very unlikable men; but they're also both very inspiring, and brilliant people. Both movies ask the question 'Can a great person, who accomplishes great things, also be a good, and compassionate, human being?'. The answer is obviously yes (at least in my opinion), but some would disagree; these films love to analyze that subject. I enjoyed 'THE SOCIAL NETWORK' more, but this movie comes pretty close to matching it (David Fincher was even set to direct 'STEVE JOBS', at one point!). This is definitely a big improvement over the 2013 'JOBS' film (starring Ashton Kutcher). It's one of those movies that everyone needs to see; and it's definitely one of the best films of the year, without question!

Fantasia 2014: Rockin Stills for the Upcoming Fantasy/Comedy "Frank"

We're wrapping up our Fantasia 2014 coverage with a fantasy film that will be hitting theaters and in the U.S. soon.

Magnolia Pictures recently released stills for their upcoming film "Frank", which will be playing at this year's Fantasia International Film Festival. The film has played at such film festival as Sundance Film Festival and the Calgary Underground Film Festival. It stars Michael Fassbender (X Men: Days of Future's Past), Domhnall Gleeson (the upcoming Star Wars: Episode VII), Maggie Gyllenhaal (White House Down) and Scoot McNairy (Argo).

"Frank" will be screening on August 3rd at 4:20 PM at Concordia Hall Theatre in Montreal QC. The second screening is sold out. The film will be released in limited release in the U.S. on August 15th.

Plot Synopsis:

FRANK is an offbeat comedy about a wannabe musician who finds himself out of his depth when he joins an avant-garde pop band led by the enigmatic Frank - a musical genius who hides himself inside a large fake head.

Official Trailer for the Upcoming Summer Film "X-Men: Days of Future Past"

20th Century Fox recently premiered the official trailer for the upcoming film Bryan Singer film "X-Men: Days of Future Past". The upcoming film stars Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Halle Berry, Anna Paquin, Ellen Page, Peter Dinklage and Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellen. "X-Men: Days of Future Past" hits theaters on 5/23.

Plot Synopsis: 

The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods in X-MEN: DAYS OF FUTURE PAST. The beloved characters from the original “X-Men” film trilogy join forces with their younger selves from the past, “X-Men: First Class,” in order to change a major historical event and fight in an epic battle that could save our future.

"X-Men: Days of Futures Past": Official Trailer

New Stills for the Upcoming Summer Film "X-Men Days of Future Past"

20th Century Fox recently released stills for one of the most anticipated films of the year "X-Men: Days of Future Past". The upcoming film marks a Bryan Singer's return to the helm of the franchise since 2003's "X2". The film stars Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer Lawrence, Peter Dinklage, Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan. "X-Men: Days of Future Past" hits theaters on 7/18.

Plot Synopsis:


The ultimate X-Men ensemble fights a war for the survival of the species across two time periods in X-Men: Days of Future Past. The characters from the original X-Men film trilogy join forces with their younger selves from X-Men: First Class in an epic battle that must change the past - to save our future.