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Geek Tyrant
17 hours ago
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- Geek Tyrant
Teaser Trailer For Emma Stone's Sci-Fi Comedy BUGONIA From Director Yorgos Lanthimos — GeekTyrant
Focus Features has released the first teaser trailer for Yorgos Lanthimos' sci-fi comedy Bugonia , which reteams the director with Emma Stone. The film is an English-language remake of South Korean film Save the Green Planet! , and it follows 'two conspiracy obsessed young men who kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth.' Bugonia also stars Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, and Alicia Silverstone. It was written by Will Tracy and produced by Ari Aster. Bugonia is slated for a special limited engagement on October 24th, ahead of a wide expansion on October 31st.
Geek Culture
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Geek Culture
'The House of the Dead 2: Remake' Zombie Shooter Lands Aug Release
Fans of light-gun arcade shooters will soon be able to relive a zombie-killing classic, as developer MegaPixel Studio has announced The House of the Dead 2: Remake , revamping the classic rail-shooter for the modern age. As reported by Gematsu, the game will launch on 7 August for the PC and the Nintendo Switch, with its PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One versions releasing at a later date. The game can be played either solo or in co-op, with its story description reading: In February 2000, a small city was suddenly overrun by hostile creatures. Two AMS agents, James Taylor and Gary Stewart, were sent to investigate. Upon arrival, they noticed that the situation resembled the Curien Mansion incident from 1998. Determined to uncover the source of the infestation, they began shooting their way through hordes of creatures. The remake will retain the original's classic gameplay systems, now given a fresh coat of paint with modern graphics alongside a remastered soundtrack, with the option for classic audio also being available. The game will retain its branching level design and multiple endings, and will include three game modes listed below (as per the game's description): Classic Campaign: Almost two years after the events of the first instalment, AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart are deployed to investigate a city seized by undead creatures. Almost two years after the events of the first instalment, AMS agents James Taylor and Gary Stewart are deployed to investigate a city seized by undead creatures. Boss Mode: Take on the challenge of defeating the game's bosses as fast as you can. Take on the challenge of defeating the game's bosses as fast as you can. Training Mode: Polish your skills in several available training scenarios to improve your abilities before deploying on a mission. The House of the Dead 2: Remake marks the second game in the franchise to get a remake treatment, following the 2022 version of the original 1997 arcade game. While the reception to the title was mixed, it remains to be seen if it's second time's the charm for the studio when the sequel launches on 7 August 2025 for the PC and the Nintendo Switch. Kevin is a reformed PC Master Race gamer with a penchant for franchise 'duds' like Darksiders III and Dead Space 3 . He has made it his life-long mission to play every single major game release – lest his wallet dies trying. MegaPixel Studio The House of the Dead The House of the Dead 2: Remake
South China Morning Post
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Spark Study Buddy (Challenger): 'How to Train Your Dragon' soars with charm
Content provided by British Council [1] The DreamWorks animated film How to Train Your Dragon, based on Cressida Cowell's book, has already had two sequels. Fifteen years later, it is getting a remake. [2] Set on the island of Berk, where Vikings see dragons as enemies, this new version is similar to the last one. Hiccup (Mason Thames) is a blacksmith's apprentice and the weak son of the island's chief (Gerard Butler, who voiced the character in the 2010 film). [3] Desperate to please his father, he joins dragon training with his love interest Astrid (Nico Parker). They are tutored by the wily Gobber the Belch (Nick Frost) in an effort to become 'top slayer'. [4] The real fun starts when Hiccup secretly becomes friends with a young black dragon named Toothless. He learns to fly on the dragon, leading to exciting scenes as they soar around the island. While his father and others search for the dragons to kill them, Hiccup tries to find a way to make peace. [5] Back directing is Dean DeBlois, who co-directed the 2010 original with Chris Sanders and has since overseen the franchise. The latter served as an executive producer in the latest remake. To his credit, DeBlois fully understands what makes us tick, especially the rendering of Toothless – the dragon sways between cute and volatile. The blend of computer-generated animation and live-action is seamless, as we've come to expect. [6] What does work well here is the cast. Thames has a likeable, cartoonish face and works well with the tough Butler, who adds a weary depth to his character. Hiccup's fellow trainees are also entertaining, especially Julian Dennison as Fishlegs, who shares quick dragon facts, and Harry Trevaldwyn as Tuffnut with his unique appearance. [7] With some scenes replicated shot for shot, there is every chance this will match the original's US$494 million (around HK$3.9 billion) global box office takings. However, it is let down by an indulgent running time. The film is needlessly 20 minutes longer than its predecessor. This leaves it feeling less sharp than the original DeBlois-Sanders production, especially in its bloated final third. One can only hope that the latest version of How to Train Your Dragon is not in line for a remake, for the novelty will have really worn off. Source: South China Morning Post, June 9 Questions 1. Vikings … dragons, according to paragraph 1. A. do not get along with B. coexist peacefully C. frequently hunt together with D. generally ignore 2. In paragraph 2, where does the story of How to Train Your Dragon take place? 3. Based on paragraph 3, what does Hiccup do to make his father proud of him? 4. The phrase 'broker peace' in paragraph 4 refers to Hiccup … A. learning how to fly a dragon by himself. B. making friends with 'Toothless' and getting the dragon to trust him. C. bringing about an end to the conflict between the Vikings and the dragons. D. all of the above 5. What does the writer dislike about How to Train Your Dragon, according to paragraph 7? 6. Whom do the following words from paragraph 5 refer to? (i) who (ii) latter (iii) we've 'How to Train Your Dragon' has a charming cast, but its lengthy runtime dulls the original's spark. Photo: Universal Pictures Answers 1. A 2. on the island of Berk 3. He joins dragon training in an effort to become 'top slayer'. 4. C 5. It runs for too long. (accept all similar answers) 6. (i) Dean DeBlois; (ii) Chris Sanders; (iii) the audience
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Russell Crowe confirms 'Highlander' casting
June 21 (UPI) -- Oscar-winning Gladiator, A Beautiful Mind and Thor: Love and Thunder star Russell Crowe has joined the ensemble of the new remake of the classic 1986 fantasy film, Highlander. "Yes... it's true... I shall be returning to the highlands... with a sword... it has been a few centuries..." there can be only one," Crowe wrote on X Saturday. The actor's post included a link to a Variety report about the casting news. Crowe will play the mentor to Henry Cavill's Scottish title character in the film about immortal warriors. The movie is being directed by Chad Stahelski and is expected to be released theatrically in 2026. Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery starred in the original.
Geek Tyrant
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
Arnold Schwarzenegger Thinks THE RUNNING MAN Remake Could Actually Be Better Than His 1987 Film — GeekTyrant
Arnold Schwarzenegger is the first to admit his The Running Man adaptation had room for improvement. While promoting FUBAR Season 2 in a new interview with Grae Drake for CBR Presents: DRAW!, the action legend opened up about the 1987 cult sci-fi film and his honest take on the upcoming Edgar Wright remake. Schwarzenegger said of the original film: 'It was great, but it could have been better. I think it would have been great if we would have been better prepared for this movie, if we would have had more money… the visual effects, the technology of visual effects, that they have today, all of those things I wished after the movie came out.' As for the remake, Schwarzenegger seems genuinely hopeful it will take the concept to the next level. 'I love the idea that they're doing a sequel to Running Man, or a remake. I don't know what it's going to be…I think that they have a good chance now with the new Running Man to make it better. And I hope, for their sake and for my sake, I hope that they will be successful.' The original film, directed by Paul Michael Glaser and based loosely on the Stephen King novel written under the Richard Bachman pseudonym, followed Ben Richards (Schwarzenegger), a wrongly convicted man forced to survive a deadly game show for entertainment. The cast included Maria Conchita Alonso, Jesse Ventura, Yaphet Kotto, and Richard Dawson in a truly unhinged performance as the game's host. Now, Edgar Wright is stepping into the arena, bringing his signature style to the remake. Co-written with Michael Bacall, the film stars Glen Powell as Richards, joined by a wild ensemble including Katy O'Brian, Michael Cera, Lee Pace, Josh Brolin, William H. Macy, and Colman Domingo. With today's tech, a bigger budget, and Wright behind the camera, the world The Running Man with its dystopian media, violent spectacle, corporate control feels even more relevant now. The idea that this remake could tap into that with more bite is pretty exciting. The Running Man remake is set to hit theaters on November 7, 2025.
