Wednesday, June 28, 2023

ICYMI: David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan Cast for Superman: Legacy

 


If you missed the super big news (literally), James Gunn and DC Studios have made it official - we have our new Clark Kent/ Superman and Lois Lane for the upcoming Superman reboot film called “Superman: Legacy”!

After an extensive auditioning process that came down to final pairs and big Hollywood names, David Corenswet and Rachel Brosnahan have emerged to play the Man of Steel and his love interest reporter from the Daily Planet! The scoop was reported by The Hollywood Reporter, and James Gunn himself has confirmed the news on Social Media!

Superman: Legacy is slated for release on July 11, 2025 and will serve as the film that jumpstarts the new DC Universe of films!

Saturday, June 24, 2023

Batman: Arkham Knight Turns 8 Years Today

 


The game that served as the end to Warner Bros. Games and Rocksteady Studios critically acclaimed Batman Arkham Trilogy of games was released at this time 8 years ago. 

“Batman: Arkham Knight” was developed and released for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. The game marks the end of the journey started by Bruce Wayne/ Batman following his experiences fighting The Joker and his rogues gallery during the events of Arkham Asylum and Arkham City, as he faces off a new threat in the form of the Scarecrow and the mysterious Arkham Knight and his army of soldiers and drones. Using a new high-tech Batsuit and a souped up Batmobile - Batman wages war to take back his city and beat his enemies while also battling personal demons inside him.

The game will once again see release for the Nintendo Switch as part of the recently announced Batman Arkham Trilogy coming this fall to the hybrid console.

Friday, June 23, 2023

Tim Burton's Batman Turns 34 Years Old Today

 


With Michael Keaton back as Batman in theaters thanks to "The Flash", it's also time to celebrate yet another anniversary in the film that got him started as the Caped Crusader in the first place - Tim Burton's Batman!

Released in cinemas on June 23, 1989, "Batman" was literally a game changer in the superhero movie genre as much as it was bringing the character back to his darker roots. Featuring an all-star cast headlined by Jack Nicholson as The Joker, Keaton as Bruce Wayne/ Batman, and Kim Basinger as Vicky Vale, this film is a must watch and something that fans of The Dark Knight absolutely need to see. In fact it was because of this film and 1992's Batman Returns that made Michael Keaton such an iconic choice to play the DC Comics superhero, and his return in The Flash this year marks the first time in over thirty years he plays the character again - and he's still got it!

Thursday, June 22, 2023

Batman Arkham Trilogy Comes To Nintendo Switch This Fall


One of the most critically acclaimed superhero video game trilogies is finally making its way to the Nintendo Switch, as Rocksteady Studios has announced through this week's Nintendo Direct that the "Batman Arkham Trilogy" is coming to Nintendo's hybrid console this fall!

Consisting of Batman Arkham Asylum, Batman Arkham City, and Batman Arkham Knight, the three blockbuster games are coming to Switch - and will certainly entice fans who want to bring these on the go with them!

Check out the trailer below!


Batman: Arkham Trilogy - Reveal Trailer - Nintendo Switch

Wednesday, June 21, 2023

Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1 Hits Consoles and PC on October 24

 


Fans of the Metal Gear Solid franchise who have wanted to see the original games rereleased for modern platforms are finally getting their wish, as Konami has officially announced that the “Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1” is set to make its way to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, and Steam on October 24!

Check out the details at the link here, and watch the announcement trailer below!



Tuesday, June 20, 2023

ICYMI: The Hunt Begins With The First Trailer and Poster for Kraven The Hunter


 One of Spider-Man's deadliest and most obsessive foes is getting his own solo film, as Aaron Taylor-Johnson begins his hunt as Sergei Kravinoff and joins Sony's Spider-Man Universe in "Kraven The Hunter" - which is set to hit theaters this October by Sony Pictures, Columbia Pictures, and Marvel.

The first poster and trailer for the comic book film have been released - showing the titular villain sitting in his thrown and ready for his origin story to be told.

KRAVEN THE HUNTER – Official Red Band Trailer

Kraven The Hunter will be directed by J.C. Chandor, and stars Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Ariana DeBose, Fred Hechinger, Alessandro Nivola, Christopher Abbott and Russell Crowe. Be sure to watch out for this Marvel film this October in theaters.

Monday, June 19, 2023

The Flash Earns $139 Million In The Global Box Office, Hits #1 in The PH

 


Worlds Collided and the Scarlet Speedster ran through the Box Office totals, as Warner Bros' newest superhero flick "The Flash" earns its winnings in the global box office race - taking a total of $139 Million globally while also becoming #1 in the Philippines during its opening week.

The film has taken in an 85% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes, and sees the DC Extended Universe open up to the wider reaches of the DC Multiverse as Ezra Miller returns as Barry Allen/ The Flash, with both Ben Affleck and Michael Keaton reprising their respective versions of Bruce Wayne/ Batman and Sasha Calle playing Kara Zor-El/ Supergirl.

Here's the press release straight from Warner Bros. Philippines, and you can also read my review on the film here.

MANILA, June 19, 2023 -- Eager to see the first standalone movie about the DCEU’s fastest man alive, moviegoers from all over the world flocked to theaters to watch “The Flash” on its opening weekend, leading to a huge US$ 139-million global box office take. 

In the Philippines, the film debuted at No.1 with a smash P45-million gross on its five-day opening weekend June 14 - 18, which marks Warner Bros.’ biggest opening for 2023, after another superhero blockbuster, “Shazam: Fury of the Gods” last March. 

“The Flash,” starring Ezra Miller as the titular superhero, Sasha Calle as Supergirl, and Michael Keaton as Batman, has scored well with audiences, and it currently holds an 85% audience rating on Rotten Tomatoes.

The Flash - Final Trailer

The Flash is now showing in theaters and IMAX. Catch it and see

Thursday, June 15, 2023

Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning - Part One Unveils New Character Posters

 


In less than a month, Ethan Hunt and his team of IMF agents return for a new globe trotting adventure that will test their wits and skills to the threshold, as Paramount Pictures and Skydance present a new set of character posters for "Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning - Part One" - the first of a two-part storyline that sees Tom Cruise and an all-star cast bring their A-games to the table for an action packed blockbuster!

Here are the other set of character posters as released by UIP Movies PH and Paramount Pictures PH!








Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning - Part One will be released on July 12 in Philippine theaters!

Monday, June 12, 2023

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Takes in $171 Million on Global Opening Weekend


The Robots in Disguise are back and in full force with their newest film installment! Transformers: Rise of the Beasts has dominated the global box office this weekend - taking in a whopping $171 Million and showing that the combined might of the Autobots and Maximals is a crowd pleaser to fans new and old alike!

Here's the press release of the big news from Paramount Pictures Philippines and UIP Movies PH!

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts crushed its competition at the global box office with a massive weekend opening of US$171 million at the worldwide box office. 

In the Philippines, the film debuted at No.1 on its five-day opening weekend, nabbing a huge chunk of the market share. The seventh installment in the Transformers franchise, Rise of the Beasts shows Optimus Prime and the rest of the Autobots teaming up with a whole new breed of Transformer – the Maximals – who join them as allies in their epic battle to save Cybertron and Earth against Unicron and the Terrorcons. 

The film has scored high among audiences, with an 88% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, as of writing. 

Local reviews for the film have been mostly positive, mainly for the direction it takes the franchise, and for standout characters such as the Maximals and humans Noah and Elena.

You can check out a new featurette released too below!



See what everyone's talking about, and be sure to catch "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts" in theaters now!

Tuesday, June 6, 2023

ICYMI: Check Out the New Resident Evil: Death Island Poster and Trailer

 


In over a month, one of the biggest all-star team ups in the Resident Evil/ Biohazard franchise will happen at long last - as Resident Evil: Death Island makes its way to digital and home media fronts! See Chris Redfield, Jill Valentine, Leon S. Kennedy, Claire Redfield, and Rebecca Chambers team up!

Resident Evil: Death Island hits digital and home media on July 25!


Monday, June 5, 2023

Sneak Previews of The Flash Happen This June 13!

 


It’s just over a week to go before Warner Bros. delivers one of the most anticipated films ever in “The Flash” - and Warner Bros. Philippines has announced that select theaters will be holding sneak previews of the highly anticipated DC superhero movie on the evening of June 13!

You can find out which participating theaters are joining right at this link! Be prepared to see worlds collide and multiple Flashes, Batmen, and a Supergirl!

The Flash opens in PH theaters starting June 14!

Thursday, June 1, 2023

ICYMI: Check Out the Trailer to Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem!

 


The Heroes in a Half Shell are coming back to the big screen in a new animated film by Paramount Pictures, Nickelodeon Movies, Point Grey Pictures, and producer Seth Rogen! Check out the trailer to the action-packed computer animated superhero film "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem" - which is directed by Jeff Rowe and introduces a new retelling of the beloved mutant turtles that fight like ninjas, eat pizza, and say Cowabunga!


Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem | Official Trailer (2023 Movie) - Seth Rogen

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem will be released in theaters in the PH on August 23!