Tag: John Wick
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Netflix’s ‘Ballerina’ Puts a Twist on the Revenge Thriller
Netflix’s Ballerina hits all the crucial marks one craves from a revenge thriller. Protagonist Ok-ju (Jeon Jong-Seo), a retired bodyguard with fight training lifted from the John Wick handbook, has a very particular skill set. She aims to avenge a loved one’s death. She grimly declares, “I need guns.” The cinematography favors shadowy corners and…
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Jason Statham Plays A Literal Ass-Kicking Beekeeper In The Beekeeper Trailer
Today brings a must-watch trailer for an upcoming movie that should absolutely be on everyone’s radar heading into 2024. MGM has unveiled the first trailer for “The Beekeeper,” a movie we first heard about back in late 2021 but has finally come to fruition — and it’s even more bonkers than anyone could have possibly…
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‘Caine Mutiny Court-Martial’ Sneak Peek – Lance Reddick Dresses Down Jason Clarke
Earlier this year, the film world was struck by the tragic loss of Academy Award-winning director William Friedkin. Best known for his work on beloved films like The Exorcist and The French Connection, Friedkin still had one more project up his sleeve with the legal drama adaptation The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial based on the Pulitzer…
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John Woo’s Silent Night Trailer Teases The Dialogue-Free Christmas Action Movie
If you’re wondering why the last 20 years has felt like something was missing, it’s because John Woo hasn’t given us a Hollywood action flick since 2003’s “Paycheck.” The legendary Chinese filmmaker is responsible for some of the greatest films of all time and remains the patron saint of Gun Fu. Woo has been continuing…
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Warner Bros. Fights With Itself as ‘Blue Beetle’ Vies with ‘Barbie’ in PVOD Battle for #1
“Barbie” (Warner Bros.), the year’s biggest hit, had some competition its third week out on PVOD (for rent at $24.99), and it’s coming from within its own house.“Blue Beetle,” from Warners’ DC Comics division, actually took #1 at Vudu — even more impressive since it ranks by revenue, putting the $19.99 “Beetle” at a disadvantage.…
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A John Wick 2 Stunt Gone Wrong Cut An Entire Car In Half
The “John Wick” franchise isn’t just a montage of John Woo-inspired gun-fu combat sequences. The series has used just about everything imaginable to craft intense action scenes, from dogs to, as was the case with “John Wick: Chapter 4,” fast-moving vehicles. In fact, cars and other forms of transport have been utilized by franchise director…
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15 Deadliest ‘John Wick’ Characters, Ranked
The following article contains spoilers for the John Wick franchise.What more can you say about the John Wick franchise that hasn’t already been said? One of the best action series of the 2000s, this Keanu Reeves-led action Odyssey is defined by its electrifying action, heart-pounding stakes, and unbelievable stunt setpieces. Each film only seems to…
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How The Continental Expands The World Of John Wick
This article contains spoilers for the premiere episode of “The Continental.”Even a casual viewer of the “John Wick” films can’t help but be intrigued by the franchise’s assassin-filled world. One of the unique pleasures of the original 2014 movie is the way it begins in a very grounded, incredibly recognizable reality, sliding bit by bit…
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The Continental: All The Best John Wick Easter Eggs And References
Warning: This article contains spoilers for the premiere episode of “The Continental.”Almost 10 years after the original “John Wick” came out of nowhere and blew the minds of action aficionados everywhere, we’re now getting our most expansive addition to the franchise yet. The story of Keanu Reeves’ gun-slinging assassin with a love of dogs has…
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John Wick Spinoff The Continental Faced Filming Pressure Thanks To Dune 2
In the world of “John Wick,” The Continental is a safe refuge for all contractors, a neutral ground that provides much-needed respite and assistance to those belonging to the criminal underworld. Not much is revealed about this mysterious hotel chain, except that its rules need to be upheld no matter what the cost, and certain…