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Taking a look at the world of film through gay eyes - news, reviews, trailers, gay film, queer cinema and more

Taking a look at the world of film through gay eyes - news, reviews, trailers, gay film, queer cinema & more

Mowgli Trailer – Andy Serkis offers up a darker motion-capture take on The Jungle Book

May 21, 2018 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

After the huge success of Disney’s live-action Jungle Book, many wondered how the planned Andy Serkis directed take of Rudyard Kipling’s tales was going to find its place. Well, it seems Warner Bros. has decided to leave a couple of years between the movies and to sell it as the darkest, most intense version of the story yet – as evidenced by the first trailer and featurette. There’s also a poster that looks oddly like it’s from a 1960s/1970s exploitation horror film.

Synopsis: ‘Motion capture and live action are blended for “Mowgli,” a new, big-screen, 3D adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s classic The Jungle Book. The film features an impressive roster of stars under the direction of Andy Serkis.

‘The story follows the upbringing of the human child Mowgli, raised by a wolf pack in the jungles of India. As he learns the often harsh rules of the jungle, under the tutelage of a bear named Baloo and a panther named Bagheera, Mowgli becomes accepted by the animals of the jungle as one of their own. All but one: the fearsome tiger Shere Khan. But there may be greater dangers lurking in the jungle, as Mowgli comes face to face with his human origins.

‘The actors performing the roles of the story’s central animal characters are: Oscar winner Christian Bale (“The Fighter,” the “Dark Knight” Trilogy) as the cunning panther, Bagheera; Oscar winner Cate Blanchett (“Blue Jasmine,” “The Aviator”) as the sinister snake, Kaa; Oscar nominee Benedict Cumberbatch (“The Imitation Game,” “Avengers: Infinity War”) as the fearsome tiger, Shere Khan; Oscar nominee Naomie Harris (“Moonlight,” “Skyfall”) as Nisha, the female wolf, who adopts the baby Mowgli as one of her cubs; and Andy Serkis (the “Planet of the Apes” trilogy, “Star Wars: The Last Jedi”) as the wise bear, Baloo. On the human side, Matthew Rhys (“The Post”) is Lockwood; Freida Pinto (“Knight of Cups”) is Messua; and young actor Rohan Chand (“The Hundred-Foot Journey,” “Bad Words”) will play Mowgli, the boy raised by wolves.’

The film is due in cinemas on October 19th. Take a look at the first trailer and poster below. [Read more…]

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ACTORS: Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett, Benedict Cumberbatch, Naomie Harris, Andy Serkis, Matthew Rhys, Freida Pinto, Peter Mullan, Jack Reynor, Eddie Marsan, Tom Hollander  DIRECTORS: Adny Serkis  

Moonlight (Cinema Review) – The gay-themed multi-Oscar nominee finally reaches the UK

February 16, 2017 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Starring: Alex R. Hibbert, Ashton Sanders, Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris, Trevante Rhodes
Director: Barry Jenkins
Running Time: 111 mins
Certificate: 15
Release Date: February 17th 2017 (UK)

Oftentimes it’s not too far into the year when you can see which movies are likely to be lining up for the Oscar race. However, Moonlight seemingly came out of nowhere, became far more successful at the US box office than most expected (setting records along the way) and immediately had people suggesting it ought to be up for loads of awards. Even so, many wondered whether it would miss out, simply because it was a small film released by a US distributor that doesn’t have the money for the sort of massive Oscar campaign a studio can mount.

Thankfully it defied the odds, scoring eight Oscar nominations. It’s taken a while, but now the movie is arriving in the UK, and it’s been worth the wait. [Read more…]

Naomie Harris Will Star Alongside Dwayne Johnson In Monster Movie Rampage

January 25, 2017 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Hollywood is still keen to adapt videogames, even though few have been particularly successful and quite a lot had been horrific flops. However, you have to wonder what’s going on when they decided it would be a good idea to make a big-budget movie out of a computer game from 1986 – Rampage.

It becomes easier to understand when you realise it’ll give them a chance to have ‘a monstrously transformed gorilla, crocodile and wolf’ wreaking havoc on American cities and landmarks, and Dwayne Johnson’s already agreed to star in it. Now THR reports that he’s been joined by Naomie Harris, who just yesterday scored her first Oscar nomination, for Moonlight (she was previously best known as the latest Moneypenny in the Bond movies).

Johnson is set to be an animal lover who becomes the world’s only hope to stop the rampaging animals, while Harris will be a morally upright geneticist. She apparently signed on to star after enjoying the ‘fun tone of the script’.

Bray Peyton, who worked with Johnson on both San Andreas and Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, is set to direct the movie. Rampage will be in cinemas on April 20th, 2018.

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ACTORS: Dwayne Johnson, Naomie Harris  DIRECTORS: Brad Peyton  FILMS: Rampage  

Final Spectre Trailer – It’s all action as Daniel Craig’s 007 returns

October 3, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

spectre-slideSam Smith’s Writing’s On The Wall has just become the first Bond theme ever to reach number 1 on the UK single’s charts, and it’s just a few weeks until Spectre reaches cinemas, hoping to match the gargantual success of Skyfall.

And just in case we needed another reminder of 007’s imminent return, as final trailer has been released.

Here’s the synopsis: ‘A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond (Daniel Craig) on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as SPECTRE.

‘Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of SPECTRE. As the daughter of an assassin, she understands Bond in a way most others cannot.

‘As Bond ventures towards the heart of SPECTRE, he learns of a chilling connection between himself and the enemy he seeks, played by Christoph Waltz.’

‘Sam Mendes returns to direct SPECTRE, with Daniel Craig reprising his role as 007 for the fourth time.’

The is is set for release in the UK on October 26, 2015, and in the US on November 6, 2015. [Read more…]

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ACTORS: Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, Andrew Scott, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris  DIRECTORS: Sam Mendes  FILMS: Spectre  

Spectre Trailer – Daniel Craig’s 007 is back in the first proper look at the Bond adventure

July 22, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

spectre-pic2Nobody was expecting Skyfall to join the billion dollar box office club, but when it did it ensured the 007 got a massive shot in the arm and there was huge amounts of anticipation for the next instalment. The film, Spectre, reunites Daniel Craig with director Sam Mendes.

The first full trailer is now here.

Here’s the synopsis: ‘A cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to Mexico City and eventually Rome, where he meets Lucia Sciarra (Monica Bellucci), the beautiful and forbidden widow of an infamous criminal. Bond infiltrates a secret meeting and uncovers the existence of the sinister organisation known as SPECTRE.

‘Meanwhile back in London, Max Denbigh (Andrew Scott), the new head of the Centre for National Security, questions Bond’s actions and challenges the relevance of MI6, led by M (Ralph Fiennes). Bond covertly enlists Moneypenny (Naomie Harris) and Q (Ben Whishaw) to help him seek out Madeleine Swann (Léa Seydoux), the daughter of his old nemesis Mr White (Jesper Christensen), who may hold the clue to untangling the web of SPECTRE.

‘As the daughter of an assassin, she understands Bond in a way most others cannot. As Bond ventures towards the heart of SPECTRE, he learns of a chilling connection between himself and the enemy he seeks, played by Christoph Waltz.’

Spectre is set for release in the UK on October 26, 2015, and in the US on November 6, 2015.’ [Read more…]

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ACTORS: Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz, Andrew Scott, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris  DIRECTORS: Sam Mendes  FILMS: Spectre  

Bond 24 Is Spectre & It’s Even Got A Poster (As Well As Andrew Scott & Ben Whishaw Starring)

December 5, 2014 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

spectre-posterIt’s official, Bond 24 has been announced with a major event in London and it will be called Spectre. Of course that’s the name of the evil organisation headed by Blofeld in early Bond movies (It stands for (SPecial Executive for Counter-intelligence, Terrorism, Revenge and Extortion), and the name of the film signals its return.

Both Blofeld and SPECTRE disappeared from Bond after a protracted legal battle decided Thunderball screenplay co-creator Kevin McClory owned them. However a few years ago Eon Productions purchased the rights and brought them back into the official Bond fold. Every film since Casino Royale has had rumours of a SPECTRE appearance, but it’s only now it will actually happen.

The announcement also confirms that alongside returnees Daniel Craig, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw and Rory Kinnear, newbies Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux, Dave Bautista, Monica Bellucci and Andrew Scott will star. Although there’s no confirmation, the presumption is that Waltz will be Blofeld.

Here’s the official press release (and take a look at some pics from the launch event below): ‘007 Soundstage, Pinewood Studios, London. James Bond Producers, Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli today released the title of the 24th James Bond adventure, SPECTRE. The film, from Albert R. Broccoli’s EON Productions, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios, and Sony Pictures Entertainment, is directed by Sam Mendes and stars Daniel Craig, who returns for his fourth film as Ian Fleming’s James Bond 007. SPECTRE begins principal photography on Monday, December 8, and is set for global release on November 6, 2015.

‘Along with Daniel Craig, Mendes presented the returning cast, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw and Rory Kinnear as well as introducing Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux, Dave Bautista, Monica Bellucci and Andrew Scott. Mendes also revealed Bond’s sleek new Aston Martin, the DB10, created exclusively for SPECTRE.

‘A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organisation. While M battles political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind SPECTRE.

‘The 007 production will be based at Pinewood Studios, and on location in London, Mexico City, Rome and Tangier and Erfoud, in Morocco. Bond will return to the snow once again, this time in Sölden, along with other Austrian locations, Obertilliach, and Lake Altaussee.

‘Commenting on the announcement, Wilson and Broccoli said, “We’re excited to announce Daniel’s fourth installment in the series and thrilled that Sam has taken on the challenge of following on the success of SKYFALL with SPECTRE.”.

‘Written by John Logan and Neal Purvis & Robert Wade, Director of Photography is Hoyte van Hoytema and Editor is Lee Smith. Production Designer, Dennis Gassner returns along with Costume Designer, Jany Temime and Composer, Thomas Newman. Action Specialist, Alexander Witt is the 2nd Unit Director. Stunt Coordinator is Gary Powell, SFX Supervisor is Chris Corbould, and Visual Effects Supervisor is Steve Begg.

‘Skyfall, the 23rd James Bond film, was a worldwide box office phenomenon, opening #1 in 70 territories around the world, taking over $1.1 billion worldwide and setting a new all-time box office record in the UK by becoming the first film to take over £100 million.

‘The launch of SPECTRE was streamed live on 007.com and Facebook.com/JamesBond007, and the video is now available on demand at both sites.’

Take a look at some pics from the launch below. [Read more…]

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ACTORS: Daniel Craig, Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Ben Whishaw, Rory Kinnear, Christoph Waltz, Lea Seydoux, Dave Bautista, Monica Bellucci, Andrew Scott  DIRECTORS: Sam Mendes  FILMS: Spectre  

First Pic From Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom Arrives

October 22, 2012 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

The first image from the long-gestating Nelson Mandela biopic Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom has arrived via Black Film, showing us a reverse shot of the South African leader hand-in-hand with then wife Winnie after he’s been released from prison.

Idris Elba takes on the role of Mandela, while Naomie Harris is Winnie. Directed by Justin Chadwick (The Other Boleyn Girl), the film will follow Nelson Mandela’s extraordinary journey from childhood through his fight against apartheid and long imprisonment to becoming President of South Africa. The film will arrive in cinemas some time next year.

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ACTORS: Idris Elba, Naomie Harris  DIRECTORS: Justin Chadwick  FILMS: Mandela: Long Walk To Freedom  

Great New Skyfall Character Posters Arrive

August 10, 2012 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

A set of rather slick new characters posters and a banner have arrived for Skyfall via the movie’s Facebook page, with everyone in their Sunday finest and looking rather glam (although Javier Bardem still looks rather weird as a blond). The posters feature Daniel Craig as James Bond, Bardem as the villainous Silva, Berenice Marlohe as Severine and Naomie Harris as Eve.

The movie is due to hit UK cinemas on October 26th, before reaching the US on November 9th. Hopefully we’ll get plenty more cool stuff before then.

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ACTORS: Daniel Craig, Javier Bardem, Berenice Marlohe, Naomie Harris  DIRECTORS: Sam Mendes  FILMS: Skyfall  

Loads Of New Skyfall Pics Emerge

April 12, 2012 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

One problem Jame Bond movies have when it comes to still images is that one 007 flick looks much the same as the next, except for the occasional change of head in the main role, different cars and a fresh supporting cast. However people still like to look at them. A new batch has arrived online from Skyfall, featuring Daniel Criag looking moody and firing some guns, as well as some of out first views of Ralph Fiennes, Naomie Harris, Judi Dench and more in the movie. The film is out in October, but take a look above and below for the new pics.

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ACTORS: Daniel Craig, Naomie Harris, Ralph Fiennes, Judi Dench  DIRECTORS: Sam Mendes  FILMS: Skyfall  

Skyfall Press Conference Footage

November 4, 2011 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Yesterday a load of info emerged from the press conference for Bond 23, which was revealed to be called Skyfall. If you fancy watching the cast and crew at the press conference, revealing the info about the film and what’s going on in it, you can take a look at this excellent compilation of footage. The film will be in UK cinemas next October.

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ACTORS: Daniel Craig, Albert Finney, Ralph Fiennes, Ben Whishaw, Naomie Harris  DIRECTORS: Sam Mendes  FILMS: Skyfall  
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