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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

Natalie Portman Takes On A French Ghost Story With Planetarium

May 12, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

natalie-portmanWe haven’t seen a vast amount Natalie Portman in the last couple of years, as while she’s appeared in the Thor films and a couple of other movies, she’s largely devoted herself to being a mother. However now she’s got a new film and she’s going French, as she’s set to appear Planetarium, according to Variety.

Johny Depp’s daughter, Lily Rose Depp, is also set to star, with her and Partman playing spiritualist sisters, who are believed to possess the supernatural ability to connect with ghosts. There are few other plot details, although the 1930s French-set film has a plot with a political context that ‘will have a modern resonance with the current crisis and rise of extremism in Europe’, which suggests it will be set against the backdrop of the rise of Naziism.

Rebecca Zlotowski (Grand Central) will direct, from a script she co-wrote with Robin Campillo (who most recent wrote and directed the excellent, gay-themed Eastern Boys). The plan is to shoot in September with the movie ready for release by the middle of 2016.

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ACTORS: Natalie Portman, Lily Rose Depp  DIRECTORS: Rebecca Zlotowski  

Dane DeHaan & Cara Delevingne Join Luc Besson’s Sci-fi ‘Epic’ Valerian

May 12, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Dane-DeHaanThe huge success of Lucy reminded everyone that Luc Besson can have huge success as a director after several years where he mainly seemed to be a purveyor of no brain action that he wrote and/or produced, such as The Transporter and Taken.

Now he’s heading back into the director’s chair for Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, based on the Belgian science fiction comic book characters Valérian and Laureline, created by Pierre Christin and Jean-Claude Mezieres.

He’s already signed up his first cast members, with with Dane DeHaan and Cara Delevingne set to star in the central roles.

Valérian and Laureline are 28th Century agents working for the Galaxity organization, whose adventures take them across time and space. However after Galaxity and their home planet disappear, they are left to forge a future on their own.

With the ‘City of a Thousand Planets’ subtitle, it certainly sounds like this Besson is hoping to build this into a franchise. Production is set to begin at the end of this year with a global release slated for summer 2017.

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ACTORS: Dane DeHaan, Carla Delevigne  DIRECTORS: Luc Besson  FILMS: Valerian  

Anne Hathaway Will Be Colossal, In An Arthouse Monster Movie

May 12, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

anne-hathawayDon’t worry, we’re not in any way being rude about her weight, as Anne Hathaway is only planning to be Colossal in a new movie, as THR reports that she’s attached to a film of that name from Timecrimes and Open Windows director Nacho Vigalondo.

It appears it’s going to be a somewhat unusual movie, as it’s described as being Godzilla meets Lost in Translation, quite how that’s going to work is anyone’s guess, as previously those two movie’s biggest connection is that they’re both set in Japan.

The film will see Hathaway as ‘Gloria, an ordinary woman who, after losing her job and her fiancé, decides to leave her life in New York to move back to her hometown. But when news reports surface that a giant lizard is destroying the city of Tokyo, Gloria gradually comes to realize that she is strangely connected to these far-off events via the power of her mind. In order to prevent further destruction, Gloria needs to determine why her seemingly insignificant existence has such a colossal effect on the fate of the world.’

It appears that this will be arthouse kaiju, as it’s also compared to being like ‘Transformers versus Adaptation’.

Vigalondo comments, “Colossal is my most ambitious script so far, and probably also the most personal one. Having Anne and this terrific team around goes beyond my craziest expectations.”

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ACTORS: Anne Hathaway  DIRECTORS: Nacho Vigalondo  

Win The Horror Flick Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead On DVD!

May 11, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

wyrmwood-eacIt’s Mad Max meets Dawn of the Dead as the apocalypse goes down under in the year’s darkest, most hilarious zombie splatter-fest!

It’s a zombie movie with a twist, as Barry (Jay Gallagher) tools up for a mission to save his sister from a mad scientist – and battle hordes of the undead in the Australian bush!

Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead is available to own on DVD, Blu-ray and Digital Download from 11th May. Courtesy of StudioCanal we have a DVD copy to give away.

To be in with a chance of winning the copy of Wyrmwood: Road of the Dead on DVD that we’ve got to give away, answer the question below and fill in your details, then press submit! The competition closes on May 25th, 2015, so get answering and good luck! [Read more…]

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Gay Short Film Showcase: Only Always You – Cute gay-themed short film takes a look at sketchy love

May 11, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

only-always-youThere are a lot of great gay-themed short films out there, but if you can’t get to a gay film festival, it’s often difficult to see them (although there are things such as the excellent Boys On Film DVD series). It’s always good them when one of these shorts gets put online, which is what has happened with the cute Only Always You, which you can watch below.

In the nine-minute film, ‘A young man spends his time drawing sketches and daydreaming of a life he wishes to have’. It’s a familiar theme and one that’s well handled in the film (even if one of the characters does occasionally seem a little stalker-y.

Director Anthony Aguiar has previously noted, “We shot Only Always You with almost no budget in two days. The crew consisted of myself and one other person. Please watch the film in full screen mode in order to get the full picture. Thank you.”

If you know a short film we ought to be posting, tell us by getting in touch via our contact page. And check out more gay short films and web series here.

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Of Girls and Horses Trailer – Lesbian drama gets a little equine

May 11, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Of-Girls-and-Horses-slideAcclaimed lesbian director Monica Treut returns with the release of Wolfe Video’s LBGT drama OF GIRLS AND HORSES, available on DVD and digitally in the US on June 30th.

Here’s the synopsis: ‘Featuring a quartet of talented stars, this under-stated drama from prolific lesbian filmmaker Monika Treut deftly unfolds the coming-of-age of rebellious teen Alex (popular German TV star, Ceci Chuh). Sent away by her mother to a horse farm in the country, Alex keeps up her bad girl ways but is gradually enamored with the horses – and with the resident lesbian riding instructor, Nina (the stunning Vanida Karun) who is taking a break from her partner Christine (the equally beautiful Ellen Grell). As Nina maintains her boundaries and tries to help Alex find purpose and maturity at this crucial moment in her life, the arrival of privileged young equestrian Kathy (Alissa Wilms) presents new challenges and opportunities for Alex as she grapples with her longing for love and connection. A beautiful drama.’

Writer/director/producer Treut (My Father Is Coming, Gendernauts, Dr. Paglia) is a pioneer of international LBGT cinema, and returns once again with a transcendent story of lesbian love, innocence, and the universal struggle to find a place in the world.

Take a look at the trailer below. [Read more…]

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New Pics From The Jem And The Holograms Movie Arrive

May 11, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

jem-and-the-holograms-pic10For those of us outside the US, a Jem And The Holograms movie seems an odd idea, as the cartoon and toy line never had the impact in many countries that it did in the US. However with those who grew up with the 80s show now in positions of power in Hollywood, a movie is on the way, and USA Today has debuted a set of pics from Jon M. Chu’s movie.

The movie is about an orphaned teenage girl who becomes an online recording sensation under her secret identity, Jem. She and her sisters embark on a music-driven scavenger hunt – one that sends them on an adventure across Los Angeles in an attempt to unlock a final message left by her father.

Aubrey Peeples will be Jem, Stefanie Scott will be her little sister Kimber, while Hayley Kiyoko and Aurora Perrineau with be band members Aja and Shane. And as the pics above show, there’s also added hotness in the form of Ryan Guzman.

It certainly looks big, rock-driven and more than a little camp, at least from these photos anyway. The film is out this autumn. [Read more…]

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ACTORS: Audrey Peeples, Stefanie Scott, Jayley Kyoko, Aurora Perrineau, Ryan Guzman  DIRECTORS: Jon M. Chu  FILMS: Jem And The Holograms  

Arnie, Emilia Clarke, Jai Courtney & More Get Terminator Genisys Character Posters

May 11, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

terminator-character-poster1-tripleTerminator Genisys is fighting against franchise fatigue, and while it’s done a decent job so far of suggesting to film fans that it might be worth a look, it’s still got a way to go show that it reboots things enough to make it feel fresh while not completely abandoning what people liked about it to start with.

To help with that a set of character posters have popped up online, which like the last trailer showcase the old and new, and also show that Jason Clarke’s John Connor is rather different to the character we’ve seen in previous instalments and that he may be the villain this time around.

You can see all the posters below.

Here’s the synopsis: ‘When John Connor (Jason Clarke), leader of the human resistance, sends Sgt. Kyle Reese (Jai Courtney) back to 1984 to protect Sarah Connor (Emilia Clarke) and safeguard the future, an unexpected turn of events creates a fractured timeline. Now, Sgt. Reese finds himself in a new and unfamiliar version of the past, where he is faced with unlikely allies, including the Guardian (Arnold Schwarzenegger), dangerous new enemies, and an unexpected new mission: To reset the future…’

The movie is due out July 3rd. [Read more…]

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ACTORS: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Emilia Clarke, Jason Clarke, Jai Courtney  DIRECTORS: Alan Taylor  FILMS: Terminator Genisys  

Broken Gardenias (DVD Review)

May 10, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Starring: Alma S. Grey, Ashley Morocco, Caroline Heinle
Director: Kai Devani
Running Time: 88 mins
Certificate: 15
Release Date: May 11th 2015 (UK)

Jenni (Alma S. Grey) is a rather odd young woman prone to treating the plants she works with like real people and telling them nerdy jokes. Her already somewhat fragile life falls apart after a short stay in the hospital results in her getting let go from her job and being unceremoniously evicted from her house by her selfish roommate.

With no house, job or friends, Jenni decides to end it all but is saved from suicide by the free-spirited Sam (Ashley Morocco), who offers the hand of friendship and also suggests they should follow Jenni’s dreams with a trip to LA to find her father, who abandoned her when she was just six. [Read more…]

Futuro Beach (Cinema Review)

May 10, 2015 By Tim Isaac Leave a Comment

Starring: Wagner Moura, Clemens Schick, Jesuíta Barbosa
Director: Karim Aïnouz
Running Time: 106 mins
Certificate: 15
Release Date: May 8th 2015 (UK)

Futuro Beach had a good run at film festivals following its debut in Berlin. That’s not really too surprising, as it’s the sort of movie that does well at fests, as it’s keen to show cinema as art and also present film more as a sensory and philosophical experience than simply as straightforward storytelling. As a result it’s not a film for everyone, but some will find it entrancing.

The movie is split into three chapters, the first introducing us to closeted Brazilian lifeguard Donato (Wagner Moura), who manages to save a German man called Konrad (Clemens Schick) from drowning, but is unable to rescue Konrad’s friend whose body is lost at sea. With both of them in need of solace and affirmation they sleep together. That leads to a relationship and the second chapter, where Donato follows Konrad back to Berlin. This gives Donato the chance to explore his sexuality and the possibilities of life away from the pressures of family and Brazilian society. However, not everything runs smooth for the couple. [Read more…]

Eat With Me (US Cinema Review)

May 10, 2015 By Tim Isaac 2 Comments

Starring: Sharon Omi, Teddy Chen Culver, Nicole Sullivan, George Takei
Director: David Au
Running Time: 95 mins
Certificate: NR
Release Date: May 5th 2015 (US)

Elliot (Teddy Chen Culver) is a gay man running a Chinese restaurant (which is in major financial trouble). He’s trying to figure out his love life, which certainly isn’t devoid of men but none of them are around for long. His life is shaken up when his mother, Emma (Sharon Omi), turns up on his doorstep and asks to stay for a while.

It appears she’s left Elliot’s rather thoughtless and selfish father, although she doesn’t want to talk about it. There’s also the added complication that while Emma knows her son is gay, she’s not comfortable with it and isn’t sure how to reconcile it in her own mind. However with the help of Elliot’s next door neighbour (Nicole Sullivan), Emma begins to find a new way to look at her life and her possibilities. For Elliot meanwhile, having his mother stay forces him to re-evaluate his tendency to push possible relationships away. [Read more…]

Candid Love (Review)

May 10, 2015 By Tim Isaac 1 Comment

Starring: Jon, Daniel
Director: Kurtz Frausun
Running Time: 55 mins
Certificate: NR

Candid Love is a surprisingly fascinating and unusual documentary. It throws you right into the middle of a relationship between two men that’s in crisis. Daniel’s father has died and he’s travelled to his home state of Wisconsin to organise the funeral. However we don’t actually meet him properly until he returns, instead being introduced to Jon, who’s still in Texas, and doing his best to provide support.

However we very quickly come to realise that ‘doing their best’ for these men isn’t necessarily the same thing as succeeding. They are both damaged; balancing mental health issues, drug use and addiction, as well as pasts that neither have completely left behind. Even their sexuality isn’t simple, as while Daniel identifies as gay, his greatest love was a woman and it’s clear he still hasn’t completely gotten over the end of that relationship. There is an uneasy air sometimes with Candid Love where it’s difficult not to think about how much their sexuality plays into the cause and effect of the issues they face and how much it stands to one side. [Read more…]

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