Review: Barry Jenkins’ 'Mufasa: The Lion King' - A Stunning Prequel That Surpasses Its Predecessors

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Last Updated: Friday, 20 December 2024 11:07
Written by Lupe R Haas

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Barry Jenkins’ MUFASA: THE LION KING is a triumph, serving as both a heartfelt prequel to Disney’s 1994 animated classic and a significant improvement over the 2019 live-action remake. With breathtaking visuals, powerful performances, and a vibrant score by Lin-Manuel Miranda, this cinematic experience is best enjoyed in immersive 3D. Jenkins masterfully blends storytelling, artistry, and emotion, reminding fans why they fell in love with The Lion King in the first place.

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James Gunn's 'Superman' Trailer: The Man of Steel Has Company

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Last Updated: Thursday, 19 December 2024 10:51
Written by Lupe R Haas

We're getting the first look at James Gunn's SUPERMAN starring David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman. The first trailer features John Williams's score throughout the preview but an electric guitar rendition. The supporting characters make a brief appearance with a first look at superdog Krypto, Nicholas Hoult's Lex Luthor, Isabella Merced's Hawkgirl, Nathan Fillion's Green Lantern and others like Metamorpho and Mister Terrific.

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Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr on Playing Shakespearean Lions in Mufasa: The Lion King

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Last Updated: Thursday, 19 December 2024 00:05
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Aaron Pierre and Kelvin Harrison Jr. voice Disney’s iconic lions Mufasa and Scar in the new live-action, THE LION KING prequel. MUFASA: THE LION KING director Barry Jenkins wanted to cast Shakespearean actors to play the young Mufasa and Taka aka Scar. The actors react to Jenkins's requirements for his actors, and Kelvin reveals that his mother once told him he wasn't a good Shakespearean actor.

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Watch: 'Nosferatu’s' Bill Skarsgard, Nicholas Hoult, Willem Dafoe, Lily-Rose Depp and Director Robert Eggers Discuss Working with Over 2000 Rats and More Behind The Scenes

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Last Updated: Monday, 16 December 2024 13:22
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NOSFERATU director Robert Eggers and actors Nicholas Hoult, Bill Scarsgård, Willem Dafoe and Lily-Rose Depp were in attendance for a Q&A after a Los Angeles screening. The director and actors revealed their approach to the iconic characters and having to deal with over 2500 rats on set.

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'September 5' Actors Peter Sarsgaard, Ben Chaplin, and John Magaro Discuss Unconventional and Guerrilla-Style Filmmaking

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Last Updated: Thursday, 12 December 2024 22:15
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SEPTEMBER 5 actors Peter Sarsgaard, Ben Chaplin and John Magaro tell CineMovie that the multi-camera production felt like a theater setting in a guerillo-style shoot with continuous takes around the cramped sets. The actors also reveal shooting in the actual city of Munich and the nearby Olympic Village set the mood for the production. SEPTEMBER 5 is playing in select cities now and expanding into more theaters on January 17, 2025. 

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'Novocaine' Directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen Talk Trailer Premiere and Casting Jack Quaid

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Last Updated: Thursday, 12 December 2024 10:09
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Paramount Pictures dropped the first trailer for the action thriller, NOVOCAINE starring The Boys Jack Quaid, Amber Midthunder (PREY) and Jacob Batalon (SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME). NOVOCAINE directors Dan Berk and Robert Olsen chatted with CineMovie about casting the rising stars and the inspiration behind the movie.

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VHS Returns for 'Alien Romulus': Fede Alvarez Pushed Studio Hard for VHS Limited Edition of Movie

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Last Updated: Wednesday, 04 December 2024 14:36
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Director Fede Alvarez pushed for a VHS copy of his ALIEN: ROMULUS home release. The filmmaker reveals why it was important for him to release the new Alien movie on an old-school format. The latest entry in the ALIEN franchise is available now on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and the Limited Edition VSH, in addition to digital retailers (Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home).

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Review: 'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew' – A Goonies-Inspired Adventure Struggling to Find Its Feet

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Last Updated: Tuesday, 03 December 2024 00:51
Written by Lupe R Haas

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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is Disney+’s latest foray into a galaxy far, far away, aimed squarely at a younger audience. Channeling the spirit of The Goonies, the series starring Jude Law offers a nostalgic nod to 80s adventure films but struggles to establish its own identity in the early episodes.

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'Cross' Stars Isaiah Mustafa and Aldis Hodge Reveal What the Prime Video Series Gets Right about Black Men

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Last Updated: Monday, 02 December 2024 16:01
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Cross actors Isaiah Mustafa and Aldis Hodge reveal that the Prime Video series captures the supportive nature of the male Black community. Rarely do we see men, particularly Black men, be a stable force for each other, and the actors say the relationship between Detective Cross (Hodge) and his best friend and partner, Detective John Sampson (Mustafa) reflects real life.

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'Alien Romulus' Director Fede Alvarez Wants Fans to Discover More Easter Eggs in Digital Release and Confirms Narcissus Cameo

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Last Updated: Tuesday, 26 November 2024 14:14
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Fede Alvarez's ALIEN: ROMULUS is now streaming on Hulu and is available on VOD. In our chat with the director/cowriter, Alvarez (DON'T BREATHE, EVIL DEAD) tells CineMovie that fans can now hit pause and uncover more Easter Eggs at home. The filmmaker also confirms the pod seen in the finale is indeed Ripley's escape shuttle, the Narcissus.

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6 New Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Character Posters

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Last Updated: Thursday, 21 November 2024 21:48
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Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Idris Elba return for more SONIC THE HEDGEHOG fun in a third installment with Keanu Reeves and Krysten Ritter joining the mayhem. Check out the 6 new character posters featuring the hedgehogs and Carrey's new character.

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