Unfortunately, the neighborhood he left has fallen on even harder times than he remembers. Tondo lacks working water, the residents are none-too-fond of Ricardo and Ricardo’s friend and building manager, Boyong (Rez Cortez), resents Ricardo for leaving all those years ago. When things begin to look up for Ricardo, Anna and Ricky, however, Ricardo’s children, fearing the potential damage that could be done to their inheritance, employ Boyong to make matters worse at Tondo so that they’ll give up and return home....

The picture follows the story of Ida, who has taken time away from her work following the sudden death of her husband. Recovering from grief, she confides in her friend and co-worker Katrina (Sarah Dumont) of her sadness, regret, and how much she misses Issac (Justin Groestch). The two had a perfect brief marriage, and the honeymoon was filled with happy times when it all ended. Ida returns for night work in a high-rise building....

David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick’s screenplay – if one could even call it that – steps wrong at every turn. What was supposed to be playful banter between the leads feels leaden, forced, and contrived, as if the writer simply couldn’t be fked to come up with a decent joke or pun here and there. The utterly moronic, overstuffed plot makes it nigh-impossible to describe, but here’s a nutshell summary: with Orm’s (Patrick Wilson) help, Aquaman (Jason Momoa) embarks on a mission to save the ocean kingdoms from Black Manta (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), who in turn calls upon dark forces by using an evil Atlantean trident, and… Oh, fk it....

Yousef mixes archived footage of Kinkade with talking heads and retrospective interviews to gather a complete picture of the man behind the artwork. Her precise direction delivers each emotional beat at the perfect moment, focusing on the payoff over chronological composition. The documentary dips into Kinkade’s college years of bohemia, charges into his life as a born again Christian, and relishes in his delights leading an art empire. The filmmaker successfully introduces the viewer to Kinkade, the persona and the brand, before peeling back layers and discussing the person, adding a layer of authenticity and clarity to each interviewee....

After all, casino themes are ideal settings for all sorts of movie genres so that’s why they are so common in movies, to begin with. You may see people using free spins to hit the slots as free spins are common and appealing bonuses for casino enthusiasts. Actors in casino movies either run the place or end up gambling there by some twist of fate. Therefore, you can expect anything ranging from comedies including bachelors using free spins in a Vegas casino to dramas involving 70’s mobsters dealing with the competition and ruining illegal operations from their casino....

The 1978 movie “Up in Smoke” is considered the very first “stoner comedy” and is known as the starting point of this genre. Both the main actors, Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong, have played a major part in rallying for the cannabis legalization movement their whole lives. Cannabis enthusiasts can vouch that watching movies after puffing or gulping a few gummies opens a whole new dimension of visuals, music, and story for the person....

The next day, Father leaves the home to hunt and reminds Mary not to go beyond the fence surrounding their home. When Father doesn’t return that night, Mary is forced to become resources to survive the night alone…and then there’s a knock at the door. Blind Innocence takes a bit of a page out of The Twilight Zone and the popular sci-fi horrors of today. Writer/director Hugo André beautifully takes us back to a time when life was simple, the land provided for your every need, and the family bonds were firm....

This is the middle of a trilogy from producer Pete Bollinger, Ibarra, and Newton. The picture is a well-shot, CGI zombie film with allusions to Beetlejuice, Carnival of Souls, and early George Romero’s efforts like The Amusement Park in some stylish moments. The story concerns a zombified woman by the name of Vampz (Loretta Vampz) who dearly loves her dead mate, Monstro (Vince Romo). She loves him so much she brings him back to life using machines and electricity....

In the film, we see footage play as the various people involved in the tragedy, from Till’s family to the murderers themselves, recount the story. How does the film do this? By using public record for the information and the powerhouse performance of one actor, Mike Wiley, to portray every single role in the film. The film is a triumph for many reasons, but one of them is going to be a polarizing point for the audience....

After establishing your identity, tap into the power of your existing network of friends, family, cast, and crew. Be transparent with them about your promotional needs and encourage them to spread the word. Identify online communities, critics, bloggers, and influencers who resonate with your film’s genre or themes. Even if their followings are smaller, these niche tastemakers can be valuable allies. Consider the advantages of film festivals – even if your film isn’t accepted, you might gain access to valuable press lists and connect with potential distributors or collab...

More recently, health concerns have made Nelson limit his appearances with the company. While a number of his characters appear in the made-for-television “A Very Merry Muppet Christmas Movie”, Nelson was not available to provide the puppetry work on the set, but lent his versatile voice to the post-production recording sessions. You can’t begrudge the man for seeking a little time off. Nelson began working with the troupe in 1966, following a recommendation from puppeteer, Bil Baird, performing with Muppets’ founder and creator Jim Henson and his right-hand-man Frank Oz on “The Jimmy Dean Show”....

It’s getting close to the end of World War II. Koichi Shikishima (Ryunosuke Kamiki) is a kamikaze pilot returning to the airstrip because of “engine problems.” The airfield staff shuns the failed pilot for not fulfilling his duties as a kamikaze. The shunning doesn’t last long as a giant reptile, Godzilla, attacks the strip. As one of the only survivors of the monster attack, Koichi returns home to his bombed-out village, where his parents had been killed while he was away....

Dan (Will Toussaint) is trying to salvage what little of his relationship is left with Iris (Amy-Helene Carlson) with a loving gesture of a birthday cake. Iris has been trying to push Dan away for some time now, and Dan needs to make his final plea that the two of them could work as a pair. What Dan doesn’t know is that Iris has a mysterious supernatural secret and Dan’s insistence on knowing that secret could mean not only the end of their relationship but also the end of Dan as well....

Quite simply, “House of Flying Daggers” is a film that sets several new standards for production and entertainment values. It is a wild riot of color, music, passion, action, mystery, pure old-fashioned thrills and even dancing. With an endless supply of imagination and a kinetic force of nature in its amazing star Zhang Ziyi, “House of Flying Daggers” cuts all other films to shreds. Set in 859 AD during the declining years of the Tang Dynasty, the film’s focus falls on two captains in a local police force: the stern and by-the-book Leo (Andy Lau) and the playful, girl-crazy Jin (Takeshi Kaneshiro)....

The FAST Gambit The promise of on-demand video streaming has always been simple – a convenient way to watch old or original movies and TV shows in your own time, from your own home. It was a model that originated from video-sharing sites, not to mention other industries like iGaming, where people play online. Since websites are up 24/7, users can watch the latest YouTube videos or try Betfair pinball whenever they want, without leaving their homes or waiting on a broadcast schedule....

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore the ins and outs of California betting apps, shedding light on their features, legality, and how they are reshaping the betting experience for Californians. Understanding California Betting Apps Betting apps are mobile applications that allow users to place bets on sports events, casino games, and other forms of gambling from their smartphones or tablets. These apps provide a convenient and accessible platform for individuals to engage in betting activities without the need to visit a physical location such as a casino or sportsbook....

Structured around a series of poems by Kaïa Kater, during the formation of America and her drive west, the word Pioneer evolved from the “every man” building a new nation to one who tamed the land, seized the waters, and subjugated the indigenous people. What Lehmann and Lacocque do in O Pioneer is reclaim and redefine the word Pioneer by following the lives of three West Virginians who exemplify the word today....

For Hirayama, it’s about the little things throughout the day that can bring oneself joy, such as listening to old US rock music cassettes on his drive to work, taking black and white photos of a certain tree, reading old books that he buys for a dollar, or watching baseball at a bar. The title character from the excellent French film Amelie reminds me of a more exuberant version of him, although she had quirkier interests, such as gnomes....

When you write your first story, lens your first movie, you should prepare a piece from what you’ve got some experience with. In Mr. Bernath’s case, this is music. To that end, Beverly Holloway (Rachelle Carson-Begley) has had for the past 3 years an off/on relationship with the fiery Danny Dynamite (Daigo Yamashita). Danny is one of the up-and-coming Japanese rockabilly singers, and he has been waiting ever so long for Beverly to profess her love for him....

I’m obsessed by “The Brain That Wouldn’t Die,” those 1960’s Euro-crime movies like Bava’s “Danger: Diabolique,” the Mabuse movies with Gurt Frobe, and the Edgar Wallace movies with deranged killers. “Mondo Cane,” of course. I love the sequence with Yves Klein. “Mr. Mike’s Mondo Video” is great, too. And “Ecco!” with the George Sanders narration. Horror movies are my first love, but I love all genre films: film noir, monster movies, spaghetti westerns....