FOLLOWING FILMS

A McDonald’s Happy Meal shortage. A security guard escort. Guns pulled in a Target parking lot. All of these are caused by a common factor: trading cards. In 2020, a new BOOM began. For the first time, large hedge funds, celebrities like Logan Paul and Steve Aoki, nostalgic millennials, entrepreneurs like Josh Luber, and billionaires scrambled to add sports, Pokémon, and other hot item cards to their collections and portfolios. Over the next two years, the hobby exploded — even causing card grading services to shut down due to overwhelming customer service. This documentary is a character-driven feel good deep dive into the high-stakes, eccentric world of card collecting, following buyers, sellers, card shop owners, graders, online streamers, auctioneers, and more, who all participate in the hobby in their own unique ways.  Releasing Digitally on February 16th

Thank you for listening to The Following Films Podcast. Today, I’m joined by John Shevchenko better known by his online moniker, Hyphonix. Known for pushing the boundaries of live streaming with his hilarious and unpredictable content, Hyphonix has garnered a massive following of millions on his YouTube channel and significantly impacted the live-streaming community. (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)  In this episode we chat about how Hyphonix rose to prominence, take a look at his creative process, and discuss the future of streaming. Before our conversation with John, I would like to thank our sponsor, Bookmans, an independent bookstore that believes in the magic of storytelling and the cinematic arts. To expand your collection of films, music, or books, visit your nearest Bookmans and discover something truly wonderful. If you haven't already, please follow the Following Films podcast on Spotify to show your support. This will help us continue to bring you in-depth conversations with...

Director : Robert Morgan Writer : Robert Morgan and Robin King Cast : Aisling Franciosi, Tom York, Caoilinn Springall, Stella Gonet Ella Blake is a stop-motion animator who is struggling to control her demons after the loss of her overbearing mother. Suddenly alone in the world, she embarks upon the creation of a macabre new puppet film, which soon becomes the battleground for her sanity. As Ella’s mind starts to fracture, the characters in her animated film take on a terrifying life of their own, and the unleashed power of her imagination threatens to destroy her. IN THEATERS FEBRUARY 23RD EVERYWHERE YOU RENT MOVIES MARCH 15TH

Synopsis When an isolated man living at the back of a desolate caravan park is visited by a desperate young woman seeking shelter from a violent storm. As the savage storm worsens, these solitary souls begin to feel threatened - but who should really be afraid? Directors: Josiah Allen and Indianna Bell Screenwriters: Indianna Bell Starring: Brendan Rock and Jordan Cowan Director of Photography: Maxx Corkindale Editor: Josiah Allen This looks very promising can't wait for it to hit Shudder on 3.22

  DIRECTED BY : Doug Liman SCREENPLAY BY : Anthony Bagarozzi, Charles Mondry BASED ON : the motion picture “Road House” screenplay by David Lee Henry and Hilary Henkin  STORY BY : Anthony Bagarozzi, Charles Mondry, David Lee Henry In this adrenaline-fueled reimagining of the 80s cult classic, ex-UFC fighter Dalton (Jake Gyllenhaal) takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems.

  DIRECTED BY: Doug Liman SCREENPLAY BY: Anthony Bagarozzi, Charles Mondry BASED ON: the motion picture “Road House” screenplay by David Lee Henry and Hilary Henkin  STORY BY: Anthony Bagarozzi, Charles Mondry, David Lee Henry PRODUCED BY: Joel Silver p.g.a. CAST: Jake Gyllenhaal, Daniela Melchior, Billy Magnussen, Jessica Williams, Joaquim de Almeida, Conor McGregor, Lukas Gage, Arturo Castro, B.K. Cannon, Beau Knapp, Darren Barnet, Dominique Columbus, Bob Menery, Catfish Jean, Kevin Carroll, Travis Van Winkle, Hannah Lanier SYNOPSIS:  In this adrenaline-fueled reimagining of the 80s cult classic, ex-UFC fighter Dalton (Jake Gyllenhaal) takes a job as a bouncer at a Florida Keys roadhouse, only to discover that this paradise is not all it seems. RUNTIME: 1 hour 54 mins  

Today on the podcast, we are joined by SUNRISE director Andrew Baird. In the movie, Fallon, a former police officer, returns to the site of a terrible crime. The people of a rural town soon discover that this mysterious visitor is actually a vampire who feeds on blood and fear. After being befriended by a kind immigrant family, the instinctive killer is faced with a choice between seeking revenge and seeking redemption. Guy Pearce and Alex Pettyfer star in this thrilling tale written by Academy Award®-nominated screenwriter Ronan Blaney. If you haven't already, please follow the Following Films podcast on Spotify to show your support. This will help us continue to bring you in-depth conversations with the talented individuals who shape the world of cinema. SUNRISE is currently in theatres and available on demand.