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total recall - another remake on the way?

Total Recall | Sony is looking at another possible remake

by Dan Cooper | Oct 05, 2023 | News

A decade on from the last remake of Philip K Dick's science fiction novel, a report suggests Sony want a new Total Recall.

Labyrinth 2 lost in development hell, according to director

by Dan Cooper | Oct 05, 2023 | News

The proposed sequel to the beloved 1986 fantasy film Labyrinth doesn't sound like it will ever make it into production.

Barbie confirmed for UK DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray release in October

by Simon Brew | Oct 05, 2023 | News

Greta Gerwig's Barbie movie, starring Margot Robbie and that Gosling fella, is getting a physical media release in the UK this October. Details......

On The Buses | 1970s British comedy films heading to Blu-ray

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 05, 2023 | News

The On The Buses films are coming to Blu-ray for the first time, loaded with special features. I hate you, Butler!

The Beekeeper | Trailer released for Jason Statham's upcoming revenge thriller

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 05, 2023 | News

Jason Statham - sporting his usual buzz cut - is out for revenge in upcoming revenge thriller, The Beekeeper. Here's the trailer.

The smartwatch: the new enemy of cinema?

by Simon Brew | Oct 05, 2023 | Feature

Mobile phones in cinemas? Well, most of us are good at switching those off. But what about the increasing influx of the light-up smartwatch?

Eddie Izzard dazzles in the first Doctor Jekyll trailer

by Maria Lattila | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Director Joe Stephenson offers us a modern interpretation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella. Take a look at the Doctor Jekyll trailer.

Bungie posts a job ad for Generative AI engineer

by Ryan Lambie | Oct 04, 2023 | Gaming, News

Destiny studio Bungie has posted a job listing for a Generative AI engineer who can "collaborate with artists, designers, engineers, and more."

Nintendo 3DS and Wii U online services to close in April 2024

by Ryan Lambie | Oct 04, 2023 | Gaming, News, Uncategorised

Online functionality for the majority of 3DS and Wii U games will end in April 2024, as Nintendo announces those services are to be shut down.

The Great Escaper review | An emotional true story

by Lauren Miles | Oct 04, 2023 | Reviews

Michael Caine shines in The Great Escaper - an emotional and personal true story about a veteran breaking out of his care home for the 70th anniversary of D-Day. Our review:

Doctor Strange In The Multiverse Of Madness (3) not directed by Scott Derrickson

Doctor Strange 2 | Scott Derrickson backed out to avoid making a "monstrosity"

by Ryan Lambie | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Director Scott Derrickson has explained why he backed out of making Doctor Strange 2 for Marvel: "It was increasingly obvious that we were pulling against each other."

Hollywood falling behind UK, other rivals as film production hub

by Dan Cooper | Oct 04, 2023 | News

With Hollywood rivals posting huge growth, Los Angeles seems to be fading as a destination for wide film production.

Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 preview | Milestone on making a turbocharged sequel

by Carlton Hill | Oct 04, 2023 | Feature, Gaming, Previews

Milestone's Andrea Simone Basilio talks to us about the making of arcade racer sequel Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged, out this month.

Marvel's Blade reportedly set for another yet another rewrite

by Dan Cooper | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Marvel Studios' take on the superhero vampire hunter Blade is set for a further delay and a further rewrite, it seems.

When three George MacKay films hit UK cinemas on the same day

by Mark Harrison | Oct 04, 2023 | Feature

Roll over Barbenheimer – it’s been 10 years since George MacKay Day. We look back at Sunshine On Leith, How I Live Now, and For Those In Peril…

David Cronenberg, whose next film is The Shrouds

The Shrouds will be David Cronenberg's most personal film, says star

by Dan Cooper | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Diane Kruger has been taking about David Cronenberg's next film, The Shrouds, ahead of its release some time next year.

Coffee image for Film Stories' regular mental health column

Mental Health and Wellbeing Matters: admitting you just don’t know

by Simon Brew | Oct 04, 2023 | Feature

No magic answers in our latest chat about mental health, but an admission that sometimes, we just don't know what the hell to do.

Gran Turismo coming to DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray in the UK this November

by Simon Brew | Oct 04, 2023 | News

The film based on the Gran Turismo videogame series is coming to disc in the UK next month - with some extra features too....

Michael Jackson | Universal snaps up international distribution for upcoming biopic Michael

by Simon Brew | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Michael, the upcoming biopic of Michael Jackson, is to start shooting once strikes lift - and a distribution deal has been inked as well....

Welcome To The Darkness | Documentary about the rock band heading to cinemas

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Rock band The Darkness have made a documentary, which heads to cinemas for one night only in November. Here are the details....

Silent Night | Trailer released for John Woo's first Hollywood film in two decades

by Jake Godfrey | Oct 04, 2023 | News

Silent Night sees iconic action director John Woo return to Hollywood after two decades, here's the trailer.

The Last Of Us multiplayer spin-off reportedly on hold as Naughty Dog cuts staff

by Ryan Lambie | Oct 03, 2023 | Gaming, News

Developer Naughty Dog is reportedly putting The Last Of Us multiplayer spin-off on hold as it lays off "dozens" of contractors.

Chasing Chasing Amy review | A fascinating deep dive into a cult classic

by Maria Lattila | Oct 03, 2023 | Reviews

Director Sav Rodgers explores his own journey as a queer trans man while coming to terms with the difficult legacy of his favourite film. Read our Chasing Chasing Amy review.