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Directed by:  Renny Harlin Starring:  Madelaine Petsch, Froy Gutierrez, Gabriel Basso, Ema Horvath After their car breaks down in an eerie small town, a young couple (Madelaine Petsch and Froy Gutierrez) are forced to spend the night in a remote cabin. Panic ensues as they are terrorized by three masked strangers who strike with no mercy and seemingly no motive in THE STRANGERS ― CHAPTER 1, the chilling first entry of this upcoming horror feature film series. Can't wait to see what Harlin does with this one!  In Theaters May 17, 2024

Breaking Olympia: The Phil Heath Story is the definitive, never-before-told told story of Phil Heath – perhaps the greatest bodybuilder of all time. Featuring interviews with Dwayne Johnson, Ronnie Coleman, Jay Cutler, Kai Greene, Brandon Curry, Dexter Jackson, and many more, Breaking Olympia tracks the pivotal point in Heath’s career when, despite being plagued by injuries that come with 18 years of physical and mental sacrifice, Heath stands on the edge of altering the face of bodybuilding history. AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL TO RENT AND OWN FROM MARCH 26, 2024

Elizabeth Hurley and Georgia Lock star in a sensual thriller with a devilish twist. On the anniversary of Rebecca’s (Lauren McQueen) death, Mia (Lock) returns to the Caribbean paradise where she and her best friend shared her final days. As Mia and sets out to unravel the mysterious events of her passing, old passions rise, new secrets are uncovered and Mia is pulled into a seductive world of sex, betrayal and murder. ON DIGITAL AND ON DEMAND: 4/5/2024

GLITTER & DOOM follows the love at first sight journey of a circus dreamer, played by Filipino star Alex Diaz, and struggling musician, played by UK newcomer Alan Cammish. An undeniable spark sets an epic summer romance on its course until the realities of pursuing their dreams threaten to tear them apart. Ming Na-Wen and Missi Pyle co-star as Glitter and Doom’s respective mothers. The star-studded supporting cast is rounded out by queer talent including: Lea DeLaria, Tig Notaro, Kate Pierson (B-52s), Drag Race alum Peppermint, Broadway star Beth Malone and the Indigo Girls themselves, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers. Opens in Theaters March 8  New York: The Quad Cinema | LA: Landmark Theaters Sunset *National Rollout to Follow

The Film While Illumination Entertainment's films may not always win over the critics, there's no denying the joy they bring to young audiences.  MIGRATION  is no exception, offering a delightful adventure that had my 8-year-old positively beaming from start to finish. One of the standout aspects of  MIGRATION  is its animation, which is undeniably impressive. Illumination Entertainment consistently delivers in this department, with vibrant colors, intricate details, and smooth character movements that draw viewers into the story. The sound design further enhances the experience, immersing audiences in the world of the film and showcasing the studio's technical prowess. At its core,  MIGRATION  is a tale of self-discovery and stepping outside one's comfort zone. The protagonist, Mack, leads a family of ducks on a cross-country journey filled with colorful characters and valuable life lessons. Mike White's screenplay strikes a balance between entertaining yo...

Thank you for listening to The Following Films Podcast. Today, I’m joined by Dawn Mikkelson, Keri Pickett, and Jennifer Weir, the co-directors and subject of the new documentary film FINDING HER BEAT. In the midst of a frozen Minnesota winter, a Japanese drum master and a Korean adoptee from North Dakota join forces to assemble the world’s greatest Taiko drummers in a bold effort to claim a cultural spotlight that has historically been reserved only for men. Through grueling rehearsals, Jennifer weaves together their disparate voices and styles as vulnerability, pain, and joys are shared—and we quickly see bonds of friendship form as these talented women navigate through differences in culture, age, language, and performance styles. As the clock ticks toward their first performance, it becomes clear that their story has become much larger than Taiko. FINDING HER BEAT is currently available on Amazon Prime.

  Max Beyond tells the story of Max, a young boy held captive in a research facility. Using his ability to create rifts in the fabric of spacetime across parallel universes, he searches for the reality in which his brother Leon, a former-marine, manages to rescue him. With attempt after attempt ending in Leon’s death, the strain starts to take its toll on both brothers. When Max discovers his captors are using his power against him, he realizes he must stop focusing on how the story ends and rewrite the story from the beginning. The cast includes BAFTA-award winning actor Jane Perry (Cyberpunk 2077, Hitman, Returnal), Dave Fennoy (The Walking Dead) and Cade Tropeano (Black Bird). Motion capture performances from Ace Ruele (Eternals) and Alex Kong (Marvel Studio's What If?). Available on US Digital Platforms  April 23rd