General Movies & TV Thread

[Jerroddragon]

I'm happy that A24 still gets interesting films...they get bad PR for many stupid things they do but they still for me make some of the more interesting movies you can find out there

 

[UNIrd]

So Fathom Entertainment is the distributor for Wildwood? I get nervous whenever I see the trailer for it and I'm used to them doing one-night-only stuff only. But this is a Laika film so I'm gonna need it on a lot of screens and showtimes.

 

[Jerroddragon]

So Fathom Entertainment is the distributor for Wildwood? I get nervous whenever I see the trailer for it and I'm used to them doing one-night-only stuff only. But this is a Laika film so I'm gonna need it on a lot of screens and showtimes.

If i Can't use A list.....its going to hurt the film

 

[Tobias]

So Fathom Entertainment is the distributor for Wildwood? I get nervous whenever I see the trailer for it and I'm used to them doing one-night-only stuff only. But this is a Laika film so I'm gonna need it on a lot of screens and showtimes.

Yes, and I'm not surprised they're going with Fathom. Fathom has helped rake in more cash on releases such as Coraline, and then there's the sheer fact the Missing Link was a nasty box office bomb. The kind which causes a studio to rethink how they'll distribute a film.

 

[Myah1220]

Can’t wait for this to come to HHN next year.

LOL could you imagine a Nathan Fielder house? It would never happen but I would love the absurdity haha.

 

[RFRees]

I saw Buddy (indie dark comedy/horror) last night with a friend; we both enjoyed it.

Budget of ~3 million, doing well enough at the box office ($15 million worldwide).

 

[Cwoolboy]

Watched I Love Boosters yesterday at home. Loved the phuk out of it. Currently sits in the #3 spot for my favorite films of 2026 list. Highly recommended!!!

 

[MAC]

So many good movies coming out these next 3 1/2 months.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

I really feel 2026 is a killer year for movies.

At the same time I did just see The Dog Stars. Scenery and score was beautiful and relaxing as hell tbh. For that I enjoyed it. It’s not at all like the trailers tho. Nice with some popcorn.

 

[belloq87]

After DUNE: PART THREE, this is the movie I'm most excited for in the last third of the year.

 

[Jerroddragon]

Yeah, I know many say movies have sucked for a while...but honestly this year as a been a fun year

 

[rageofthegods]

The 70s are back, guys. The inflation is bad and the movies are good.

 

[Cup_Of_Coffee]

Yeah, I know many say movies have sucked for a while...but honestly this year as a been a fun year

2026 has brought me back to weekly theatre going, and I don’t believe it’s a coincidence.

 

[pumpkinbot343]

So more movies I’ve seen in the past week:

• Ed Wood and Big Fish are two really strong Tim Burton movies, Disney was wrong for putting down Touchstone Pictures.
• Fast Five is where I feel Dwayne Johnson pulled an actually solid performance. Unfortunately I find his character Hobbs to be way more unlikable in that film than in 6. Bathroom scene was revolting.
• Furious 7 was saved by the tribute to Brian O’Connor in the end. It’s not bad, but Deckard Shaw is wasted here and the other villain is boring. Also, not a fan that they blew up the original house from the 2001 film after they saved it in 6. But the biggest letdown is the inclusion of Hobbs- or rather lack thereof. Maybe it was the Diesel feud, but still.
• Hobbs & Shaw is not as good as the other Fast and Furious movies (sans 2009) due to it being more like a typical MCU movie including the humor.
• Touch of Evil is a solid noir film from the 50s, possible (I’m unsure) likely brownface aside.

Now on an unrelated topic, what was it about the Wicked press tours that were so bad?

 

[Lucky Planet]

So more movies I’ve seen in the past week:

• Ed Wood and Big Fish are two really strong Tim Burton movies, Disney was wrong for putting down Touchstone Pictures.
• Fast Five is where I feel Dwayne Johnson pulled an actually solid performance. Unfortunately I find his character Hobbs to be way more unlikable in that film than in 6. Bathroom scene was revolting.
• Furious 7 was saved by the tribute to Brian O’Connor in the end. It’s not bad, but Deckard Shaw is wasted here and the other villain is boring. Also, not a fan that they blew up the original house from the 2001 film after they saved it in 6. But the biggest letdown is the inclusion of Hobbs- or rather lack thereof. Maybe it was the Diesel feud, but still.
• Hobbs & Shaw is not as good as the other Fast and Furious movies (sans 2009) due to it being more like a typical MCU movie including the humor.
• Touch of Evil is a solid noir film from the 50s, possible (I’m unsure) likely brownface aside.

Now on an unrelated topic, what was it about the Wicked press tours that were so bad?

I feel the opposite, I much prefer Hobbs and Shaw than the fast and furious movies lol.
I wish Hobbs and Shaw had sequels

 

[Cwoolboy]

Rented It Ends last night. Posting my review here as I don't really consider it a horror movie.

In It Ends, best friends James (Phineas Yoon), Day (Akira Jackson), Fisher (Noah Toth), and Tyler (Mitchell Cole) are youths in their 20s living their lives and having fun while doing so. While on a trip, they find themselves trapped on an endless road in the middle of a forest with no means of escape. They can’t turn back, they can’t stop, all they can do is keep driving forward. As the days tick slowly on, they each try to make sense of their lives, figure out what the road is, why they are there, and contemplate if they will ever find a way out of the forest and off the road.

It Ends is the directorial debut of Alexander Ullom, who also edits and pens the screenplays for the film. He does a very impressive job inall of his roles. It Ends is freakier and more surreal than it is scary, but this isn’t the focus of the movie. Instead, what It Ends is really about is life in your 20s, the struggles you encounter during this time (including emotional ennui), the questions you grapple with, and the realizations you come to about life and the world at large. This is existential horror at some of its best and most meaningful.

The cinematography is handled by Evan Draper and Jazleana Jones. This is both of their first times working as cinematographer on a full-length feature, and they do a superb job. The road and forest our characters are trapped on and in is gorgeous and the numerous car POVs are impressive and creative. The multiple shots of the road and trees zooming by become surreal and hypnotic. Early on, while the trees speed past it looks like they are spinning in circles despite moving in one direction. The shots of the road whizzing by are so surprisingly colorful and close-up that it can almost look like strands of time flying past instead of a gravel road.

Our core four protagonists excel in their roles. They each put on strong, solid, emotionally impactful performances. Not one stands out more than the others (Though Noah Toth is mighty cute). They work well together, share great chemistry with each other, and are genuinely believable as friends. The entire film takes place within the claustrophobic confines of their car so the film has to really rely on our leads to carry the proceedings. It’s a task they are more than up to. While certain events do occur, most of the movie is conversations between our leads and these are fairly thought-provoking and interesting.

It Ends is heavy, depressing, and downbeat. The proceedings can often feel hopeless for our leads. Luckily, there is a small shred of light at the end of the tunnel. The ultimate message is surprisingly meaningful, happy, and confirms there is some hope despite the doom and gloom.

It Ends is one hell of an impressive debut for first-timer Alexander Ullom. It could make for a nice calling card for the director. The proceedings should be relatable for anyone in their 20s or 30s. There is a lot the film has to say, all of it meaningful and poignant. With plenty of heart, strong characters, and cerebral themes, It Ends easily emerges as one of the best films of 2026.

5 STARS

 

[Jerroddragon]

I saw Forgotten Island, really Amazing film

Great animation, super fast pacing, cool action scenes and a good moral to the story

I hate seeing it doing so not well, I hope somewhere either on Netflix or somewhere makes money so we can get another film from this team with this and Puss and boots 2 they are two of two and hope for them the best

 

[Cwoolboy]

Forgotten Island and Primetime were both incredible movies.

FORGOTTEN ISLAND

Forgotten Island is over-flowing with stunning, unique, wildly creative, and highly stylistic visuals. Literally one of the most gorgeous films you’ll see this year. This is one film that was tailor made for 3-D and when viewed in this format, the results do not disappoint. Our leads are a lot of fun to spend time with. H.E.R voices Jo and Liza Soberano voices Raissa, our BFFs and protagonists. They have fantastic chemistry and are believable as life-long buddies.

Dave Franco voices Raww, a were-aspin (or were-dog) whom is hated pretty much all across the titular island due to his antics. Manny Jacinto voices Bungi, a Tiyanak (a mythical big baby demon) who befriends our leads. Kevin McCann voices Prince Mermahn, a hot Kataw (a Merman) whom has some issues with telling the truth. There’s also Jenny Slate as Batiba, a Batibat (another demon) who offers to help our friends but for a steep price. As for villains, Lea Salonga voices Manang, a terrifying Manananggal (a winged demon) who is on the hunt for Jo and Raissa after they stole her wings.

There isn’t a whole lot of plot as the majority of the film follows our leads as they traverse the island in search of a magical sand dollar that will transport them back home. The first act sets up the story concerning two friends who might be growing apart, the second act detours into an action-adventure-fantasy, and the third act returns to the story and brings it all home. The last act low-key turns into Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (a welcome and delightful surprise). Forgotten Island introduces mass audiences to the rich and colorful folklore and culture of the Philippines. There are also strong messages involving the power and importance of memories and friendship.

Joel Crawford and Januel P. Mercado, the directors of the phenomenal Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, are in the director’s seats for Forgotten Island. On full display is their charming ADHD brand of humor, innovative and eclectic style, and strong beating heart at the core of it all. They’ve crafted another winner. Forgotten Island is absolutely another one of the best films of 2026.

4.5 STARS

PRIMETIME

This film is unsettling, uncomfortable, unexpectedly funny, and deeply disturbing. It acts as a deep, probing examination of To Catch A Predator and Chris Hansen. Jonathan Lipnicki, Alex Winters, Anna Farris, and Tony Revolori are all great in surprise roles.

Skyler Gisondo is magnificent as Dan Plumb, the newest decoy for To Catch A Predator. He starts out naive and excited, accepting the role only as a way to hopefully secure an SAG card. As his time with the show continues, we watch him grow jaded and cynical as he begins to question the ethics of the production. Merritt Wever is also great and compelling as Andie Bender, a producer for To Catch A Predator who winds up questioning the ethics and methods of the show as well.

Robert Pattinson is absolutely superb as Chris Hansen. Hansen is not portrayed so much as a villain (an antagonist, sure!) but more as an insecure, narcissistic, egotistical, self-deluded, and deeply flawed man who sees himself as an avenging angel of sorts. He seems to believe he is doing good and yearns to be a legitimate, respected journalist. Despite his protestations to the opposite, he’s really only in this for fame, fortune, and self-publicity/self-promotion.

Pattinson completely nails Hansen’s vocal inflections, manner of speaking, unique accent, and way he carries himself. Much like the real Hansen, Pattinson is darkly charismatic. He dominates the screen whenever he’s on and is impossible to take your eyes off of. Expect him to land an Oscar nomination this year.

Documentarian Lance Oppenheim writes and directs, doing both with ease, confidence, and finesse. David Bolan handles cinematography and Daniel Garber handles editing duties. Due to their hard work, Primetime can look downright transcendent and hypnotic at the best of times, but often has a tactile VHS grain.

Primetime aims to be the modern day Network. It might just succeed in its goal (I’m still undecided as far as how successful Primetime is at this). Primetime invites audiences to self-reflect on the unethical craze of To Catch A Predator and the roles we all played in choosing to eagerly and excitedly devour what it was feeding us. The end product will likely leave most deeply shaken.

4.5 STARS

 

[MAC]

Forgotten Island and Primetime were both incredible movies.

FORGOTTEN ISLAND

Forgotten Island is over-flowing with stunning, unique, wildly creative, and highly stylistic visuals. Literally one of the most gorgeous films you’ll see this year. This is one film that was tailor made for 3-D and when viewed in this format, the results do not disappoint. Our leads are a lot of fun to spend time with. H.E.R voices Jo and Liza Soberano voices Raissa, our BFFs and protagonists. They have fantastic chemistry and are believable as life-long buddies.

Dave Franco voices Raww, a were-aspin (or were-dog) whom is hated pretty much all across the titular island due to his antics. Manny Jacinto voices Bungi, a Tiyanak (a mythical big baby demon) who befriends our leads. Kevin McCann voices Prince Mermahn, a hot Kataw (a Merman) whom has some issues with telling the truth. There’s also Jenny Slate as Batiba, a Batibat (another demon) who offers to help our friends but for a steep price. As for villains, Lea Salonga voices Manang, a terrifying Manananggal (a winged demon) who is on the hunt for Jo and Raissa after they stole her wings.

There isn’t a whole lot of plot as the majority of the film follows our leads as they traverse the island in search of a magical sand dollar that will transport them back home. The first act sets up the story concerning two friends who might be growing apart, the second act detours into an action-adventure-fantasy, and the third act returns to the story and brings it all home. The last act low-key turns into Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind (a welcome and delightful surprise). Forgotten Island introduces mass audiences to the rich and colorful folklore and culture of the Philippines. There are also strong messages involving the power and importance of memories and friendship.

Joel Crawford and Januel P. Mercado, the directors of the phenomenal Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, are in the director’s seats for Forgotten Island. On full display is their charming ADHD brand of humor, innovative and eclectic style, and strong beating heart at the core of it all. They’ve crafted another winner. Forgotten Island is absolutely another one of the best films of 2026.

4.5 STARS

PRIMETIME

This film is unsettling, uncomfortable, unexpectedly funny, and deeply disturbing. It acts as a deep, probing examination of To Catch A Predator and Chris Hansen. Jonathan Lipnicki, Alex Winters, Anna Farris, and Tony Revolori are all great in surprise roles.

Skyler Gisondo is magnificent as Dan Plumb, the newest decoy for To Catch A Predator. He starts out naive and excited, accepting the role only as a way to hopefully secure an SAG card. As his time with the show continues, we watch him grow jaded and cynical as he begins to question the ethics of the production. Merritt Wever is also great and compelling as Andie Bender, a producer for To Catch A Predator who winds up questioning the ethics and methods of the show as well.

Robert Pattinson is absolutely superb as Chris Hansen. Hansen is not portrayed so much as a villain (an antagonist, sure!) but more as an insecure, narcissistic, egotistical, self-deluded, and deeply flawed man who sees himself as an avenging angel of sorts. He seems to believe he is doing good and yearns to be a legitimate, respected journalist. Despite his protestations to the opposite, he’s really only in this for fame, fortune, and self-publicity/self-promotion.

Pattinson completely nails Hansen’s vocal inflections, manner of speaking, unique accent, and way he carries himself. Much like the real Hansen, Pattinson is darkly charismatic. He dominates the screen whenever he’s on and is impossible to take your eyes off of. Expect him to land an Oscar nomination this year.

Documentarian Lance Oppenheim writes and directs, doing both with ease, confidence, and finesse. David Bolan handles cinematography and Daniel Garber handles editing duties. Due to their hard work, Primetime can look downright transcendent and hypnotic at the best of times, but often has a tactile VHS grain.

Primetime aims to be the modern day Network. It might just succeed in its goal (I’m still undecided as far as how successful Primetime is at this). Primetime invites audiences to self-reflect on the unethical craze of To Catch A Predator and the roles we all played in choosing to eagerly and excitedly devour what it was feeding us. The end product will likely leave most deeply shaken.

4.5 STARS

Glad you enjoyed Primetime. I walked out with a headache and disappointment.

 

[Jerroddragon]

I'm waiting for Primetime

It might be because the film allows you to interpenetrate things, but I am hearing mixed messages about what the film is about

I'm hearing its filmed well and acted well but also confused on why they didn't reach out to Chris H about the film, like image making a movie about someone who is alive and not even talking to them....just feels like their could be its own agenda about what they want people to see which is funny because I know one of themes is media taking things too far for likes, so you want your movie to be a better film even if its not all confirmed with people alive?

Anyway I will see it but thinking I'll wait for it to be on digital (I'm also superrrr busy and barley have time for movies anyway unless they are amazing like Forgotten island and Wildwood)