October not only brings scary horror movies to theaters around Halloween, but it’s also when awards movies begin populating the theaters. This is going to be a stacked month of new releases, so let’s take a deep dive into the movies coming out this month.
HORROR MOVIES
“HALLOWEEN”
Michael Myers is back with “Halloween.” Disregarding everything after the 1979 original, this “Halloween” movie will follow Jamie Lee Curtis as Laurie Strode, now a grandmother who’s protecting her family against the masked Michael Myers’ return.
Halloween is coming to theaters on October 19.
“SUSPIRIA”
“Halloween” isn’t the only horror remake coming out this month. Focusing on a European school for ballerinas, this remake of the 1979 Italian horror film will star “50 Shades of Grey”‘s Dakota Johnson as the American dancer who comes to the academy. Tilda Swinton will be playing the creepy headmistress of the school and judging by the trailer, it’s going to be an especially creepy and eerie movie.
The directorial follow up for Luca Guadagnino after “Call Me by Your Name,” “Suspiria” is likely going to follow his signature style of long takes and evocative imagery. Pairing Guadagnino’s style with a scary movie seems like a recipe for a unique horror film.
“Suspiria” will be released on October 26.
OSCAR MOVIES
“A STAR IS BORN”
The fourth big screen telling of the story of a young musician’s rise to fame, Bradley Cooper is making his directorial debut with “A Star is Born.” Cooper stars as the famous country singer who takes a struggling newcomer with dreams of stardom, played by Lady Gaga, under his wing.
The movie is currently in theaters and is getting amazing buzz. Everyone is saying Cooper and Gaga give amazing performances and that the directing is top notch, despite it being Cooper’s first stab at working behind the camera. Expect to hear a lot about “A Star is Born” as the Golden Globes and the Oscars approach.
“FIRST MAN”
After “La La Land” became the smash hit of 2016, everyone was wondering what director Damien Chazelle’s next film would be. He chose to direct “First Man” which tells the story of Neil Armstrong and the first moon walk. “La La Land” costar Ryan Gosling is reteaming with Chazelle to play the famous astronaut, and “The Crown’s” Claire Foy is playing his wife.
While there have been a plethora of space related films released within the past few years (“Gravity”, “Interstellar”, “The Martian” and “Passengers” among others), people who’ve seen advanced screenings of “First Man” promise it’s the best depiction of space since “2001: A Space Odyssey” That might be hyperbole, but with Chazelle behind the camera, this could very well be special.
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“First Man” is going to coming to IMAX screens, as well as all theaters, on October 12.
INDIE
“Mid90s”
Jonah Hill can do just about everything. He’s been a comedic funnyman for over a decade, and has proved his dramatic acting chops, being nominated for two Supporting Actor Oscars. Most recently, he starred alongside Emma Stone in the Netflix mini-series “Maniac.” Now, he’s hopping behind the camera to make his directorial debut with “Mid90s.”
Also written by Hill, “Mid90s” will focus on a young teenaged boy who spends his summer skateboarding with his friends and dealing with his family. The trailer makes it seem like a small, intimate movie, and I imagine Hill has injected a fair amount of his childhood and upbringing into the film.
“Mid90s” is coming out in limited release on October 19.
“CAN YOU EVER FORGIVE ME?”
Melissa McCarthy’s third film of 2018 seems different than almost every other movie she’s made. In “Can You Ever Forgive Me?” McCarthy stars as Lee Israel, the real life writer who, faced with declining book sales, decided to start forging famous author’s signatures.
The trailer seems almost completely devoid of comedy, and while the movie may have some funny moments, it seems more like a vehicle for McCarthy to flex her acting chops, rather than be the humorous side character.
“Can You Ever Forgive Me?” will also be released in limited release on October 19.
WILD CARD
“BAD TIMES AT THE EL ROYALE”
After working for years on television shows like “Alias” and “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” Drew Goddard made his directorial debut with “The Cabin in the Woods” a satirical look at the horror genre. After taking a 6 year break, Goddard is back with “Bad Times at the El Royale.”
Starring Chris Hemsworth, Jon Hamm, Jeff Bridges and Dakota Johnson in her second appearance on this list, “Bad Times at the El Royale” takes place during one fateful night at the El Royale, a Lake Tahoe hotel that’s on the border of California and Nevada, where all Hell breaks loose. Similarly to “The Cabin in the Woods” the plot for “Bad Times” is being kept pretty secretive. Some have speculated that it could potentially take place in the same universe as “The Cabin in the Woods”, a theory that Goddard has neither confirmed nor denied.
‘Bad Times at the El Royale” will hit theaters on October 11.
What are you looking forward to seeing this month? Let us know in the comments below!
“Charlie’s Angels” is back with an all new cast, director and storyline. While the details are being kept pretty secretive as filming commences, let’s dive into what we do know about the upcoming remake.
THE ANGELS
The three angels, whose character names have yet to be revealed, were roles that everyone in Hollywood wanted. Lupita Nyong’o was in negotiations to play one of the three women, but that fell through. Kristen Stewart, “Power Rangers” star Naomi Scott (who has also been cast as Jasmine in the upcoming live-action “Aladdin” remake) and newcomer Ella Balinska have been cast and are currently filming as the Angels.
Kristen Stewart, Naomi Scott, Ella Balinska and Elizabeth Banks will be starring in the newest version of “Charlie’s Angels.” Photo courtesy of Variety.com
BOSLEY
Every team of Angels needs a Bosley, whether that be David Doyle in the original series, Bill Murray in the 2000 big screen adaptation or Bernie Mac in its sequel. This remake of “Charlie’s Angels” is putting a twist on the character, swapping the gender and having Elizabeth Banks play the role.
BEHIND THE SCENES
In addition to playing Bosley, Banks is also directing, co-producing and co-writing this reincarnation of the classic show. She’s credited on the script with 10 other writers (a potential red flag) but is the sole director. After directing 2015’s “Pitch Perfect 2” Banks turned down the chance to direct the third film in the Barden Bellas series to take a stab at “Charlie’s Angels.”
Mandatory Credit: Photo by Matt Baron/REX/Shutterstock (9287577jx)
I’m skeptical about this upcoming movie, but cautiously looking forward to it anyway. The handful of writers could mean it has a weak or incohesive story, but I expect with Banks behind and in front of the camera, it will have a strong feminist angle — even more so than the original and the early 2000s films. While “Pitch Perfect 2” wasn’t a knockout, or anywhere near as good as the first film, it featured a lot of interesting montages, which have me confident in Banks’ directing abilities.
Obviously, I would’ve prefered if Nyong’o had been cast (I’m obsessed with her and want her in more high profile, non CGI roles), but I’m hopeful the three actresses who have been cast will do a good job with it.
We may be becoming oversaturdated with remakes and reboots, but I hope the upcoming “Charlie’s Angels” will not fall victim to audience’s franchise fatigue.
“Charlie’s Angels” is set to be released on September 27, 2019.
It’s time to take a closer look at the Bush presidency with Adam McKay’s upcoming film “Vice.”
Christian Bale is set to star as Dick Cheney, as the movie will follow him behind the scenes of the White House. Amy Adams is playing his wife, Lynne, and recent Oscar winner for “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri” Sam Rockwell is taking on the role of George W. Bush.
This will be McKay’s first film since 2015’s award winning “The Big Short” which he also wrote and directed. That movie, which told the story of the housing bubble in a surprisingly digestible and easy-to-follow way, went on to win the Oscar for Best Adapted Screenplay. If that’s any indication, “Vice” will take a deep dive into Cheney and explain how he became the most powerful Vice President in a way that everyone, whether versed in politics or not, will be able to understand.
Christian Bale looks unrecognizable as Dick Cheney. Photo courtesy of etcanada.com
In 2008, Oliver Stone made “W.” which chronicled the life of the 43rd president. Josh Brolin played the title role, but because it was released when George W. was still in the daily spotlight, it didn’t capture much attention. Now that we’re over a decade out of the Bush presidency and in the current Trump administration, I imagine audiences might be more perceptive of a critical look at the 43rd president’s administration.
“Vice” will debut in theaters on December 21, just in time for it to be eligible for awards consideration.
Do you have any interest in seeing “Vice”? Do you think that in this current political climate, it’ll be well received or mostly ignored?
“Stranger Things” star David Harbour has been cast in the upcoming “Hellboy” reboot. Neill Marshall, director of the 2005 horror film “The Descent” and some of the most iconic “Game of Thrones” episodes, is set to helm the remake.
In an exclusive to “Entertainment Weekly” the marketing team unveiled the first poster for next year’s film.
The poster looks pretty monstrous, with the demon’s creepy, ripped red body and wielding a flaming sword in front of a red, Hell-ish background with the caption “Legendary AF.”
Earlier this year, the first look at Harbour is full “Hellboy” costume was revealed, and combined with this first poster, it looks like he’s going to be a great fit. He looks more buff and, frankly, more ominous and foreboding that Ron Perlman’s take on the character.
Fron earlier this year, the first look at David Harbour as Hellboy. Photo courtesy of IMDb.com
Looking to be more “Logan” than “Venom” the studio has given the okay on an R-rated version of “Hellboy.” This will surely help differentiate between the two PG-13 rated Ron Perlman films.
“Hellboy”, which will costar Milla Jovovich and Ian McShane, is set to be released theatrically on April 12, 2019.
“Dear Diary, my teen-angst bullshit now has a body count,” says Veronica Sawyer in the 1988 film “Heathers.”
Paramount Network’s television remake of the classic high school film has been in turmoil for the past year. Originally intended as a 10 episode season to be aired in the Spring of 2018, the show was indefinitely postponed following February’s Parkland school shooting.
The show, much like the original film, focuses on three students named Heather, the cool clique of the school, as Veronica and her boyfriend JD kill the Heathers and frame it as suicide. While the original featured Winona Ryder as Veronica and three white, preppy females (including Shannen Doherty) as the Heathers, the remake will have the Heathers as one gay student, an overweight girl and female student of color, reflecting on the changing dynamic of high schools since the 80’s.
The fifth episode of the series apparently opens with a first person POV shooter game that takes place in a high school. According to the network, the scene has been changed so it doesn’t take place within a school.
The first season was originally set to be 10 episodes, with the finale featuring the school blowing up in an explosion (like the original planned ending for the 80’s film) but Paramount found it too controversial. Now the first season will consist of the first 9 episodes and end on a cliffhanger, omitting the planned ending.
The new cast of Paramount Network’s remake of “Heathers.” Photo courtesy of NME.com
Before the first season of “Heathers” was put on hold, a second season was announced. It is reported to take place in the 1700s and focus on Marie Antoinette. It sounds like they decided to scrap the idea of a school setting, after the seemingly endless controversy surrounding the first season.
The nine episodes of the first season of “Heathers” will be available to stream on the Paramount Network app on October 22, while two episodes will air each night on the Paramount Network, starting on the 25.
Check out the trailer for the original “Heathers” below.
Will you be checking out the television reboot of “Heathers” or do you think it’s best to leave it dead?
It is finally the month of October and you all know what that means, its time to get spooky. What better way to do that than to cuddle on a couch with a big comfy blanket with friends and family and watch some of the best Halloween movies we all know and love.
I don’t know about any of you but I can not help but watch some of my favorite childhood Halloween movies every October with some of my bestfriends while snacking on Halloween cookies of course! Because I am such a lover of Halloween movies, I decided to share 10 Halloween movies I cannot go without watching during the month of October.
If you love the idea of paranormal activity, ghosts, and spirits then this is definitely one for you! This movie follows a couple and the supernatural activity that occurs to them in their house. Watching the couple try to get rid of the evil presence that wants to take over their life will have you clinging to the edge of your seat during every scene!
The Haunted Mansion (2003)
Who doesn’t love Eddie Murphy ? I know I do! This corky little Halloween movie was definitely one to remember, and one I don’t think you would forget! Follow this family as they get stuck at this creepy old mansion on their way to their family vacation. YIKES!
Matilda (1996)
This one is an oldie but definitely a goodie. As you follow the unlucky life of Matilda and her journey of trying to learn how to use this power she has just realized she holds you wont help but fall in love with this heartwarming storyline.
Twitches (2005)
We all love these twin witches! Watch these twin sisters, played by the Mowry twins, find each other for the first time and realize that they are not only twins but witches. Watch as they defeat the dark shadow and reunite with their mother, all while learning the story of their past.
Halloweentown (1998)
This movie is the first out of the Halloweentown series and has become a Disney classic. It is the start of three siblings finding out that the holiday that has been hated so much in their household is actually in their genes. Once they learn that their grandmother is a witch that lives in a place called Halloweentown, it opens up a lifetime of possibility for them.
Hocus Pocus (1993)
Okay, if you didn’t know it is actually the 25th anniversary of Hocus Pocus which means all the reason why it should be on your movie list this October, not to mention it is a Halloween classic. This movie will definitely give you a good laugh and includes all of the Halloween stereotypes you can imagine.
Carrie (2013)
This classic is definitely more on the creepier side, but one I actually love very much! The movie follows a young girl who is considered to be a loner and someone who gets bullied quite often in school, but when she finds out she has powers, she undoubtedly gets her bloody revenge.
Get Out (2017)
Get out is a more recent one, and a movie I did not have on my Halloween list, but when I saw it on the seventeen magazine list, I was actually happy to add it on. This movie has become one of my favorites and portrays the institutionalized racism that exists in America today. This follows a young black man named Chris, and his journey meeting his white girlfriends family. Lets just say getting out of the sunken place will be a lot harder than he expected!
Monsters Inc. (2001)
This movie has definitely become an American favorite, and don’t let the big scary monsters fool you, this is one of the most loving Halloween movies ever. Watch these ghosts who have a duty to their society to scare little human children fall in love with a little human girl who steals their hearts.
Harry Potter (2001)
Harry Potter is a Movie series that serves as a world classic. With witches, wizards, ghosts and more this is a movie that will serve all of your Halloween needs.
Well there you have it, those are some of my favorite movies to watch in October and get me in the Halloween spirit. Comment down below what you think of my Halloween list, and what some of your favorite Halloween movies to watch are!