Ajay Bhupathi’s 2023 film, Mangalavaaram (Tuesday), is a story that tries to fit in both the social and the religious aspects, and the hooks seem to be the horror elements. Recently, there was Kantara, which blended mythology and horror together, and Mangalavaaram, which has a totally different story, but it does share some similarities with Kantara in its storytelling. Mangalavaaram derives its story from various sources, it seems, and mixes them all together to come up with a gripping tale about a woman who had a troubled life. But the film isn’t too straightforward with its plot. It begins as a murder mystery, and it’s only later that Sailu’s story comes into the picture. The challenge then becomes to organically connect the subplots, and editor Gullapalli Madhav Kumar does a fabulous job, but there were moments where the topic of infidelity seemed forced into the story. Despite the little hiccups,...
- 12/26/2023
- by Ayush Awasthi
- Film Fugitives
The animated Netflix series based on the Castlevania video game franchise wrapped up back in 2021 after a four season, 32 episode run – but if you were left wanting to see more Castlevania after watching that show, you’re in luck. Castlevania is getting a spin-off follow-up called Castlevania: Nocturne that’s set to make its Netflix debut on September 28th! With that date just two months away, a teaser trailer has arrived online and can be seen in the embed above.
Set in 1792, during the French Revolution, Castlevania: Nocturne focuses on Maria Renard and Richter Belmont, a descendant of Trevor Belmont and Sypha Belnades. While the first series drew inspiration from Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse and Castlevania: Curse of Darkness, Nocturne is primarily based on the 1993 video game Castlevania: Rondo of Blood and its 1997 sequel Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.
The original Castlevania video game had the following set-up: Transylvania – a small,...
Set in 1792, during the French Revolution, Castlevania: Nocturne focuses on Maria Renard and Richter Belmont, a descendant of Trevor Belmont and Sypha Belnades. While the first series drew inspiration from Castlevania III: Dracula’s Curse and Castlevania: Curse of Darkness, Nocturne is primarily based on the 1993 video game Castlevania: Rondo of Blood and its 1997 sequel Castlevania: Symphony of the Night.
The original Castlevania video game had the following set-up: Transylvania – a small,...
- 7/27/2023
- by Cody Hamman
- JoBlo.com
Keanu Reeves has recalled making some dangerous mistakes while filming John Wick 4.
The Canadian actor, 58, returns to the action film franchise as legendary assassin John Wick, who travels the world to track down the most powerful players in the criminal underworld.
As with all three previous films, the newest, lengthy three-hour instalment includes numerous stunt sequences.
Speaking to ComicBook.com in a new interview, Reeves discussed some of the accidents that occurred on set as a result.
“In terms of accidents: I made a mistake once – I cut a gentleman’s head open,” he said. “So that really f***ing sucked, excuse my language.”
“But other than that – oh, one guy got hit by a car. He was in the car, so he had to go to the hospital, but he was Ok,” Reeves added.
“You do have to take care, but it’s great that everyone [on set] is watching out for each other,...
The Canadian actor, 58, returns to the action film franchise as legendary assassin John Wick, who travels the world to track down the most powerful players in the criminal underworld.
As with all three previous films, the newest, lengthy three-hour instalment includes numerous stunt sequences.
Speaking to ComicBook.com in a new interview, Reeves discussed some of the accidents that occurred on set as a result.
“In terms of accidents: I made a mistake once – I cut a gentleman’s head open,” he said. “So that really f***ing sucked, excuse my language.”
“But other than that – oh, one guy got hit by a car. He was in the car, so he had to go to the hospital, but he was Ok,” Reeves added.
“You do have to take care, but it’s great that everyone [on set] is watching out for each other,...
- 3/24/2023
- by Inga Parkel
- The Independent - Film
Chicago – The John Wick films have always contained body counts that reach well into triple digits. But in “John Wick: Chapter 4” the series indulges in some serious overkill. Everything you liked about the previous three films is on display, with about 20 percent more of the franchise’s growing mythology surrounding the High Table.
Rating: 3.5/5.0
Picking up immediately after the events of Chapter 3, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) begins on horseback in Africa dispatching a handful of adversaries in the opening minute before coming to “The Elder” who is the only person who sits above “The High Table” (the secret illuminati organization of assassins that controls and runs absolutely everything). Wick had been promised his freedom in the last film, but when he arrives he finds a new person in charge who refuses to honor the deal. So Wick does what he always does with his adversaries, he puts a bullet in The Elder’s brain.
Rating: 3.5/5.0
Picking up immediately after the events of Chapter 3, John Wick (Keanu Reeves) begins on horseback in Africa dispatching a handful of adversaries in the opening minute before coming to “The Elder” who is the only person who sits above “The High Table” (the secret illuminati organization of assassins that controls and runs absolutely everything). Wick had been promised his freedom in the last film, but when he arrives he finds a new person in charge who refuses to honor the deal. So Wick does what he always does with his adversaries, he puts a bullet in The Elder’s brain.
- 3/24/2023
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
With certain films, some things are best left to the imagination. And while action extravaganzas like "John Wick: Chapter 4" will probably benefit from the element of surprise, it's hard to resist poring over every new trailer, poster, and interview released to promote the film. Lionsgate has since treated "Wick" fans to a particularly stunning trailer back in November, and now the final trailer for "John Wick: Chapter 4" is finally upon us. With the film's release date steadily creeping up, it can't hurt to get a little taste of what's in store this time around. There's lots to speculate over in this new trailer, so let's jump right in.
'And So It Begins'
The "Chapter 4" trailer begins exactly where the franchise's last installment left off — just with one interesting twist. "John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum" saw John (Keanu Reeves) completely betrayed by one of his oldest allies, Winston...
'And So It Begins'
The "Chapter 4" trailer begins exactly where the franchise's last installment left off — just with one interesting twist. "John Wick: Chapter 3 -- Parabellum" saw John (Keanu Reeves) completely betrayed by one of his oldest allies, Winston...
- 2/16/2023
- by Lyvie Scott
- Slash Film
John Wick is thinkin’ he’s back.
On Thursday, Lionsgate dropped the final trailer for “John Wick: Chapter 4”, starring Keanu Reeves as the beloved former hitman.
Read More: Keanu Reeves In Talks To Reprise John Wick In Ana de Armas’ Spin-Off ‘Ballerina’
“John Wick takes on his most lethal adversaries yet in the upcoming fourth installment of the series. With the price on his head ever increasing, Wick takes his fight against the High Table global as he seeks out the most powerful players in the underworld, from New York to Paris to Osaka to Berlin,” the official description reads.
Set to a remix of the iconic “Woke Up This Morning”, which served as the opening theme song for “The Sopranos”, the trailer gives fans a new look at all the drama and action in store for Wick across the film’s many locales.
“The only way John Wick...
On Thursday, Lionsgate dropped the final trailer for “John Wick: Chapter 4”, starring Keanu Reeves as the beloved former hitman.
Read More: Keanu Reeves In Talks To Reprise John Wick In Ana de Armas’ Spin-Off ‘Ballerina’
“John Wick takes on his most lethal adversaries yet in the upcoming fourth installment of the series. With the price on his head ever increasing, Wick takes his fight against the High Table global as he seeks out the most powerful players in the underworld, from New York to Paris to Osaka to Berlin,” the official description reads.
Set to a remix of the iconic “Woke Up This Morning”, which served as the opening theme song for “The Sopranos”, the trailer gives fans a new look at all the drama and action in store for Wick across the film’s many locales.
“The only way John Wick...
- 2/16/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
Hiroyuki Sanada is a true legend.
Even if you don’t know his name and haven’t memorized his filmography, his presence on screen elevates whatever he’s in. And he can make the most of even a fleeting appearance, like his cameo in 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame” as a mob boss who is taken down by Jeremy Renner’s Ronin.
In his latest project, David Leitch’s “Bullet Train,” in theaters now, he puts all of that legendary energy into his role as The Elder, one of the many mysterious figures who board a Japanese bullet train. Starring alongside Brad Pitt, he nonetheless steals every scene he’s in, which is somewhat fitting for a man that “Lost” co-creator and showrunner Damon Lindelof once referred to as the Japanese Harrison Ford.
Sanada will next be seen in 2023’s “John Wick: Chapter 4,” after being courted for a villainous role in...
Even if you don’t know his name and haven’t memorized his filmography, his presence on screen elevates whatever he’s in. And he can make the most of even a fleeting appearance, like his cameo in 2019’s “Avengers: Endgame” as a mob boss who is taken down by Jeremy Renner’s Ronin.
In his latest project, David Leitch’s “Bullet Train,” in theaters now, he puts all of that legendary energy into his role as The Elder, one of the many mysterious figures who board a Japanese bullet train. Starring alongside Brad Pitt, he nonetheless steals every scene he’s in, which is somewhat fitting for a man that “Lost” co-creator and showrunner Damon Lindelof once referred to as the Japanese Harrison Ford.
Sanada will next be seen in 2023’s “John Wick: Chapter 4,” after being courted for a villainous role in...
- 8/12/2022
- by Drew Taylor
- The Wrap
Warning: Spoilers ahead for “Bullet Train,” now in theaters
It sounds like the start of a joke: “A bunch of assassins walk onto a train…” So what exactly is the punchline? In the case of “Bullet Train” it’s pretty predictable — almost everyone dies. And in this case, it’s all at the hands of one mastermind. Of course, one giant plan featuring many different players can get pretty confusing, and that’s probably why you’re here!
Don’t worry, we picked it apart for you. Here’s what you need to know for sure; just about every assassin on that train was put there intentionally by one man. That man is known as the White Death, and he’s played by Michael Shannon. He’s a Russian crime lord, who climbed the ranks by killing everyone in his way. He’s ruthless and terrifying and vengeful.
And that...
It sounds like the start of a joke: “A bunch of assassins walk onto a train…” So what exactly is the punchline? In the case of “Bullet Train” it’s pretty predictable — almost everyone dies. And in this case, it’s all at the hands of one mastermind. Of course, one giant plan featuring many different players can get pretty confusing, and that’s probably why you’re here!
Don’t worry, we picked it apart for you. Here’s what you need to know for sure; just about every assassin on that train was put there intentionally by one man. That man is known as the White Death, and he’s played by Michael Shannon. He’s a Russian crime lord, who climbed the ranks by killing everyone in his way. He’s ruthless and terrifying and vengeful.
And that...
- 8/5/2022
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
“Bullet Train” is weird and wild and undeniably bloody, taking audiences on a 2-hour journey across Japan. But if you’re here, that probably means you’re wondering what happens at the end of the line. In simpler terms: you want to know if “Bullet Train” has a post-credits scene.
With a film as convoluted and tangled — and well, silly — as “Bullet Train,” it’s hard not to expect some kind of post-credits footage. Especially considering that “Deadpool 2” director David Leitch helmed this movie too; he’s obviously no stranger to post-credit scenes. And that’s a good instinct, because “Bullet Train” does indeed have something to stay for.
Well, sort of. “Bullet Train” does have a stinger at the end, which starts just a few seconds into the credits themselves. It’s not so much a post-credits scene, or even a mid-credits scene, given its placement. But, it...
With a film as convoluted and tangled — and well, silly — as “Bullet Train,” it’s hard not to expect some kind of post-credits footage. Especially considering that “Deadpool 2” director David Leitch helmed this movie too; he’s obviously no stranger to post-credit scenes. And that’s a good instinct, because “Bullet Train” does indeed have something to stay for.
Well, sort of. “Bullet Train” does have a stinger at the end, which starts just a few seconds into the credits themselves. It’s not so much a post-credits scene, or even a mid-credits scene, given its placement. But, it...
- 8/4/2022
- by Andi Ortiz
- The Wrap
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- 8/4/2022
- E! Online
If your summer holiday entertainment menu is in need of a colourful kick up the arse, Bullet Train comes barrelling into cinemas this week. The Japan-based comical caper – weaned on a diet of liquidised Guy Ritchie mockney monologues and lesser Statham Transporter fights – might be as woefully Westernised as its influences sound but there are worse ways to kill two hours.
Returning to his deadly day job after a period of self-reflection, Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is feeling ambivalent about the whole gun-for-hire biz. To the extent that he’s reluctant to pack a piece at all. But his honey-voiced handler Maria (Sandra Bullock) persuades him to step into the shoes of a colleague from the assassin community who is off sick with a dicky tummy. Board an iconic train, grab a case, deliver the case, and pocket the fee. How hard can the assignment be?
Double hard bastard hard, as it transpires.
Returning to his deadly day job after a period of self-reflection, Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is feeling ambivalent about the whole gun-for-hire biz. To the extent that he’s reluctant to pack a piece at all. But his honey-voiced handler Maria (Sandra Bullock) persuades him to step into the shoes of a colleague from the assassin community who is off sick with a dicky tummy. Board an iconic train, grab a case, deliver the case, and pocket the fee. How hard can the assignment be?
Double hard bastard hard, as it transpires.
- 8/3/2022
- by Emily Breen
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Updated with video review: Right from the start, you know exactly what you are in for with Bullet Train, a non-stop mix of violence, comedy and more violence, Japanese-style, as filtered through the lens of director David Leitch, a stuntman-turned-filmmaker whose past credits of Atomic Blonde, Fast & Furious: Hobbs and Shaw, and Deadpool 2 pretty much prepare you for what to expect here. However, even though this was mostly shot on the Sony Pictures lot in Culver City, with some killer production design and a cool train courtesy of David Scheunemann, it undoubtedly feels we are in Tokyo where I am sure the Sony bosses were delighted with the dailies as they came in.
Unfortunately, from my vantage point this just seems like a lark for star Brad Pitt, coming off an Oscar for the far superior Quentin Tarantino masterpiece Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, also from Sony,...
Unfortunately, from my vantage point this just seems like a lark for star Brad Pitt, coming off an Oscar for the far superior Quentin Tarantino masterpiece Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, also from Sony,...
- 8/2/2022
- by Pete Hammond
- Deadline Film + TV
The bullet train from Tokyo to Kyoto takes about two hours and 15 minutes — just the right amount of time to pull off a cartoonishly over-the-top action movie, in which half a dozen assassins shoot, stab and otherwise perforate each other’s pretty little faces in pursuit of a briefcase stuffed with cash. It’s a high-stakes game of hot potato, choreographed and executed by “Atomic Blonde” director David Leitch, in which a self-deprecating Brat Pitt wears a bucket hat and oversized specs, Brian Tyree Henry and Aaron Taylor-Johnson play bickering “twin” hitmen Lemon and Tangerine, and “The Princess” wedding crasher Joey King (known here as “the Prince”) is a cunning killer who can fake-cry on command.
These quirky characters — and half a dozen other lethal so-and-sos, with names like “the Hornet” (Zazie Beetz) and “the Wolf” — are identified by giant on-screen labels superimposed over their flash-frozen mugs, the way Martin Scorsese...
These quirky characters — and half a dozen other lethal so-and-sos, with names like “the Hornet” (Zazie Beetz) and “the Wolf” — are identified by giant on-screen labels superimposed over their flash-frozen mugs, the way Martin Scorsese...
- 8/2/2022
- by Peter Debruge
- Variety Film + TV
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The early work of a string of directors comes to mind while watching Bullet Train, among them Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, Guy Ritchie, Joe Carnahan and Timur Bekmambetov. The difference is that those filmmakers have mostly moved on from this kind of assaultive bloodbath, which pummels you into numbness with its onslaught of glib dark comedy, escalating carnage and over-the-top gore. David Leitch’s directing credits — Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2, Hobbs & Shaw — have remained firmly tethered to his stunt background, occasionally with entertaining results. But his latest is so busy delivering violent action with a self-satisfied wink that its contorted plotting and one-note characters get real tedious real fast.
Leitch has served on multiple occasions as Brad Pitt’s stunt double, so there’s a certain symmetry in him shepherding a movie that relies so extensively on the star’s insouciant charisma. But...
The early work of a string of directors comes to mind while watching Bullet Train, among them Quentin Tarantino, Robert Rodriguez, Guy Ritchie, Joe Carnahan and Timur Bekmambetov. The difference is that those filmmakers have mostly moved on from this kind of assaultive bloodbath, which pummels you into numbness with its onslaught of glib dark comedy, escalating carnage and over-the-top gore. David Leitch’s directing credits — Atomic Blonde, Deadpool 2, Hobbs & Shaw — have remained firmly tethered to his stunt background, occasionally with entertaining results. But his latest is so busy delivering violent action with a self-satisfied wink that its contorted plotting and one-note characters get real tedious real fast.
Leitch has served on multiple occasions as Brad Pitt’s stunt double, so there’s a certain symmetry in him shepherding a movie that relies so extensively on the star’s insouciant charisma. But...
- 8/2/2022
- by David Rooney
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
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