Awesome Movies

The Coen Brothers’ comedy masterpiece The Big Lebowski turned 20 this year. To celebrate, Universal is releasing a 4K ultra HD version on Blu-ray. There’s also a limited edition with a mini bowling bag and ball pen holder, cardigan disc cover, and a teensy rug. Drops 10/16/18.

Lessons from the Screenplay looks at two Mission: Impossible movies to show how they’re well laid out heist films. A large part of the movies lead up to a tense heist. Even though we know that the heroes are going to succeed, we’re still excited by it.

Our first look at Venom had people wanting more of the alien symbiote. The second trailer does just that – perhaps too much. Watch it to see Eddie Brock team up with his bloodthirsty friend, and a surprising hint of levity that was also not evident in the first trailer.

“Pro Tip: Insist the quote is 100% accurate.” Such is the advice of the folks behind Slightlywrong, which makes t-shirts featuring movie and TV titles and quotes that are intentionally misspelled or misquoted.

Wu-Tang Clan’s RZA directs an action drama heist film set in New Orleans in 2005. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, four childhood friends turn to a local gangster for employment. They are asked to pull a robbery, but the job goes badly. Premieres 2019.

A woman is called by her brother to go back home because of their mother’s dementia. But their dad wants their mom to stay at home. Hilary Swank, Michael Shannon, Robert Forster, and Blythe Danner star in this family drama. Premieres 10/2018.

(PG-13: Language, Gore) “I want to be the conductor, and you’re my orchestra.” Now You See It stitched interviews with director Quentin Tarantino about his childhood and influences with footage from movies that inspired specific scenes in his movies.

Our latest look at the film adaptation of the cyberpunk manga Battle Angel Alita. Alita has no memories of her past and a relatively frail body. Just as she starts to discover who she really is, her potential makes her a target for those who want her power.

“Do you think Dumbledore will mourn for you?” Judging by its latest trailer, Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald sure is living up to its title. Wondrous creatures, magical abilities and powerful objects whiz by in this exciting trailer.

“First name Mister. Last name Glass.” M. Night Shyamalan has – accidentally? – built himself a superhero world. Continuing with the characters from Unbreakable and Split, Glass sees Mr. Glass teaming up with The Beast.

A housewife meets a seemingly perfect woman with a mysterious past. The woman suddenly disappears, throwing the life of her family and her new “friend” in danger. Starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick. From director Paul Feig (Bridesmaids, Spy) Premieres 9/14/18.

“When do I actually get to, you know, steal?” A former Crusader revolts against the English crown. And learns to shoot arrows backwards in the process. Taron Egerton, Jamie Foxx, Ben Mendelsohn and Jamie Dornan star in this action-packed take on Robin Hood.

(PG-13: Language) Remixer Eclectic Method gathered up clips from a bunch of great movies and did his best connect their scenes based on words that rhyme. For more movie line rhymes check out Screen Werks’ similar vid.

“It’s crazy right? to help my family, I gotta leave it. To fix the law, I gotta break it.” ScreenPrism explores the themes of Incredibles 2, including distrust in government, civil disobedience, social media and perception, gender roles and more.

Saoirse Ronan stars as Mary, Queen of Scots in this historical drama. As she asserts her claim to the throne, she inevitably clashes with the Queen of England, Elizabeth I, played by Margot Robbie. Their friendship devolves into a rivalry that will change the course of history.

You’ll soon be able to watch Major Dutch Schaefer scream “Get to the choppa!” in ultra high definition. 20th Century Fox is releasing the first three Predator films – Predator, Predator 2 and Predators – as one Blu-ray collection.