Roald Dahl’s Matilda – The Musical heading to DVD and Blu-ray
by Simon Brew | Feb 03, 2023 | News
The new Matilda film is getting a physical media release in the UK this February - more details right here....
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What have you been watching: February 2023 (chat post)
by Simon Brew | Feb 03, 2023 | News
A place to chat about what you've been watching over the last week or two - please keep conversations civil and polite, thank you....
Podcast: In conversation with Pen Densham and John Watson: Robin Hood Prince Of Thieves, Backdraft, Rocky II, The Dangerous Lives Of The Altar Boys and more
by Simon Brew | Feb 03, 2023 | Podcasts
In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by writers and producers Pen Densham and John Watson. Their story covers a lot of...
Emma Thompson signs up for a new action movie
by Simon Brew | Feb 02, 2023 | News
Emma Thompson is set to play The Fisherwoman, a new action hero heading to the big screen: more details here....
Sky has picked up Michael Mann’s Ferrari film for the UK
by Simon Brew | Feb 01, 2023 | News
Michael Mann's Ferrari movie has secured UK distribution, with Sky confirming that it'll be releasing the movie in the UK....
Disney inks new deal for DVD and Blu-ray releases – but don’t get excited
by Simon Brew | Feb 01, 2023 | News
A deal with Mill Creek Entertainment points a way back for Disney into the world of physical DVD and Blu-ray - but a closer look reveals much work...
Warner Bros, DC, superheroes: will the plan actually work this time?
by Simon Brew | Feb 01, 2023 | Feature
The DC Universe - now the DCU - is Warner Bros' big movie bet for the years ahead. But with Batman and Superman leading the charge can this version...
Mental health and wellbeing matters: understanding that some people live with continual pain
by Simon Brew | Feb 01, 2023 | Feature
In our regular spot where we chat about mental health and wellbeing, a few words on supporting those dealing with ongoing pain....
A Simple Favour 2 heading for production this autumn
by Simon Brew | Jan 31, 2023 | News
Paul Feig, Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick are all set to return for the sequel to A Simple Favour - and it's all pointing towards a 2024 release too....
Nicolas Cage’s next two films are both arriving in April
by Simon Brew | Jan 30, 2023 | News
Get ready for a double dose of Nicolas Cage this coming April, with both Renfield and The Retirement Plan all set for release....
Podcast: The Bourne Supremacy (2004) and Bad Moms (2016)
by Simon Brew | Jan 30, 2023 | Podcasts
In this episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, a sequel that wasn't originally in the plans, and a comedy where more spin-offs were due to follow....
In conversation with director Jon Wright: Unwelcome, Tormented, Grabbers, Slaine and Robot Overlords
by Simon Brew | Jan 27, 2023 | Podcasts
Here's a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, that might just be of interest for any filmmaker fighting their way to get a feature made. Jon...
Cineworld parent company sale to progress next month
by Simon Brew | Jan 26, 2023 | News
Cineworld and Picturehouse are both up for sale, as their US parent company opts to sell some of its assets. More here....
Why did Die Hard With A Vengeance end up with a different distributor?
by Simon Brew | Jan 26, 2023 | Feature
Die Hard was always traditionally a 20th Century Fox franchise - apart from the split rights of the third movie, Die Hard With A Vengeance....
The Ultimate Matrix Collection heading to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
by Simon Brew | Jan 26, 2023 | News
All four Matrix films are bundled back together in a new 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray set for Warner Bros'100th birthday celebrations....
Mental Health and Wellbeing Matters: being open about mental health
by Simon Brew | Jan 25, 2023 | Feature
Opening up about mental health does come with highs and lows: a few thoughts on how the world has changed, but still needs to change more....
Steven Spielberg comes out swinging for The Dark Knight
by Simon Brew | Jan 25, 2023 | News
As the Oscars nominate Avatar: The Way Of Water and Top Gun: Maverick for Best Picture, Steven Spielberg harks back to the snubbing of Batman....
The Razzies hit a new low, nominating a 12-year old for an acting prize
by Simon Brew | Jan 24, 2023 | News
The Golden Raspberry Awards show themselves for what they are, directing their venom at a 12-year old in their latest nominations....
The Virgin Suicides heading to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in the UK
by Simon Brew | Jan 24, 2023 | News
Sofia Coppola's debut feature, The Virgin Suicides, has been earmarked for a 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release in the UK this March....
8 Mile heading to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
by Simon Brew | Jan 24, 2023 | News
The Eminem-headlined 8 Mile is getting a release on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray this February in the UK: more right here....
James Cameron reveals The Abyss and True Lies getting 4K disc releases this year
by Simon Brew | Jan 23, 2023 | News
James Cameron confirms plans for 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc releases of both The Abyss and True Lies this year: more here....
Podcast: Signs (2002) and The Da Vinci Code (2006)
by Simon Brew | Jan 23, 2023 | Podcasts
In this episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, a pair of hit movies, with a religious edge to each....
Batman Forever, Batman & Robin getting 4K Steelbook editions
by Simon Brew | Jan 23, 2023 | News
Joel Schumacher's pair of Batman films are getting new 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Steelbook collector's editions in March: more details here....
Avatar: The Way Of Water, and the lessons of its box office success
by Simon Brew | Jan 18, 2023 | Feature
Avatar: The Way Of Water wins the $2bn gamble that James Cameron effectively set for it - and there are lessons for blockbuster cinema to learn....
Channing Tatum tried to get out of the G I Joe movie seven times
by Simon Brew | Jan 18, 2023 | News
If you weren't a fan of the G I Joe movies, then rest assured that one of their stars - Channing Tatum - is completely with you on it....
HMV planning more new stores, profits up
by Simon Brew | Jan 18, 2023 | News
HMV enjoys a profitable 2022, with more store openings and the firm enjoying a boost in sales: more on the news here....
Mental Health & Wellbeing Matters: current affairs
by Simon Brew | Jan 18, 2023 | Feature
In our latest chat about mental health and wellbeing, a few thoughts about the news cycle and protecting your headspace....
Miriam Margolyes to release second memoir later this year
by Simon Brew | Jan 17, 2023 | Misc
A second book of stories from the life and career of Miriam Margolyes has gone up for preorder now....
Geoff Hurst documentary feature lands this spring, might need new name
by Simon Brew | Jan 16, 2023 | News
The story of England's 1966 World Cup hero Geoff Hurst is coming to the screen in a brand new feature documentary, Hurst The First & Only....
Podcast: Road House (1989) and Rush (2013)
by Simon Brew | Jan 16, 2023 | Podcasts
In this episode of Film Stories with Simon Brew, an action film that took time to find its audience, and a Formula 1 movie made as a British...
Michael Bay denies killing a pigeon
by Simon Brew | Jan 13, 2023 | News
The death of a pigeon during the shooting of the film 6 Underground is causing continued problems for director Michael Bay....
Training Day heading to 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray
by Simon Brew | Jan 11, 2023 | News
Training Day is heading to 4K disc in the UK in February, and debuting Warner Bros' 100th anniversary artwork on the box as well....
