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Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. I Love Boosters/Director: Boots Riley The Devil Wears Prada 2/Director: David Frankel

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. Ready or Not 2: Here I Come/Director: Matt Bettinelli-Olpin & Tyler GillettIs God Is/Director: Aleshea Harris

Katniss takes on the role of the "mockingjay" in a war between District 13 and the Capital.Lawrence, Francis. (2014). The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Par 1.Lawrence, Francis. (2015). The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Par 2.Director: Francis LawrenceCast: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Julianne Moore, Mahershala Ali, Willow Shields, Donald Sutherland, Elizabeth Banks, Lenny Kravitz, Stanley Tucci, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Jeffrey Wright, Amanda Plummer, Sam Claflin, Jena MaloneYear(s) of Release: 2014 & 2015

Katniss is forced back into the games, along with other past victors by President Snow. Tensions are high as a war is brewing in Panem. Lawrence, Francis. (2013). The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.Director: Francis LawrenceCast: Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Willow Shields, Donald Sutherland, Elizabeth Banks, Lenny Kravitz, Stanley Tucci, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Jeffrey Wright, Amanda Plummer, Sam Claflin, Jena MaloneYear of Release: 2013

Katniss Everdeen volunteers as tribute for her little sister Primrose, forcing her to face possible death in the Hunger Games. Ross, Gary. (2012). The Hunger Games.Director: Gary RossCast: Jennifer Lawrence, Willow Shields, Josh Hutcherson, Stanley Tucci, Wes Bentley, Elizabeth Banks, Woody Harrelson, & Liam HemsworthYear of Release: 2012

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. Honey Don't!/Director: Ethan CoenThe Long Walk/Director: Francis Lawrence

Hanna is exposed to the realities of the civilian world while on a mission to end the life of a dangerous woman. Wright, Joe. (2011). Hanna.Director: Joe WrightCast: Saoirse Ronan, Cate Blanchett, & Eric BanaYear of Release: 2011

An orphaned boy named Evan, faces many hardships after running away from a boys home, in an attempt to find his lost parents through music. Sheridan, Kirsten. (2007). August Rush.Director: Kirsten SheridanCast: Freddie Highmore, Keri Russell, Jonathan Rhys Meyers, Terrence Howard, Robin Williams, & Leon Thomas III.Year of Release: 2007

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. Materialists / Director: Celine SongWeapons / Director: Zach CreggerSuperman / Director: James Gunn

A film centered around the growing pains of two young boys living in a Chicago housing complex. Baig, Minhal. (2023). We Grown Now.Director: Minhal BaigCast: Blake Cameron James, RJ Lewis, Lil Rel Howery, & Jurnee SmollettYear of Release: 2023

A story that displays the perspective of women in a family involved in organized crime.Esposito, Jennifer. (2023).Fresh Kills.Director: Jennifer EspositoCast: Odessa A'zion, Domenick Lombardozzi, Annabelle Sciorra, Jennifer Esposito, & Emily BaderYear of Release: 2023

Adapted from the award winning novel by Colson Whitehead, "Nickel Boys" depicts the perspective of two young Black American boys surviving during the Jim Crow / civil rights era within a reform school of horrors in southern Florida. Elwood: (in shock and with a broken voice) They were going to kill me and bury me out there?Turner: Sure shit.Ross, RaMell. (2024). Nickel Boys.Director: RaMell RossCast: Ethan Herisse, Brandon Wilson, & Aunjanue Ellis-TaylorYear of Release: 2024Black Film SeriesInterviews of interest: https://youtu.be/r9aSF2VLquY?si=sM74diJaWaprojS3https://youtu.be/1LAMA3HsAUA?si=_1hBnN7uLwWT-y5U

To avoid eviction, two best friends and roommates have to scramble for their rent money, forcing them to re-examine their friendship.Lamont, Lawrence. (2025). One of Them Days.Director: Lawrence LamontCast: Keke Palmer, SZA, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams & Janelle JamesYear of Release: 2025Black Film Series

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. Love Hurts/Director: Jonathan EusebioWolf Man/Director: Leigh WhannellDeath of a Unicorn: Alex Scharfman

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this K-Drama/K-Show. Light Shop (Jomyeonggage): 8 Episodes Director: Kim Hee Won Cast: Bae Sung-woo, Ju Ji-hoon, Park Bo-young, Lee Jeong-eun, Kim Seol-hyun, Um Tae-goo, Minha Kim, Shin Eun-soo, & Kim Seon-hwa Year of Release: 2024

A mother and daughter are faced with danger on the first night in their new home. Sarah: (Meg and Sarah are in the elevator trying to escape) What's going on? Meg: People. In the house. Fincher, David. (2002). Panic Room. Director: David Fincher Cast: Jodie Foster, Kristen Stewart, & Forest Whitaker Year of Release: 2002

Caddo Lake is the connection behind a family's loss, death, and unexpected events. George, Logan & Held, Celine. (2024). Caddo Lake. Director(s): Logan George & Celine Held Cast: Eliza Scanlen, Dylan O'Brien, Caroline Falk, & Lauren Ambrose Year of Release: 2024

Fifteen-year-old Mia is told a secret that leads to life-changing circumstances. Michael: Why me? Mia: Because you saw me when I was invisible. Marshall, Garry. (2001). The Princess Diaries. Director: Garry Marshall Cast: Anne Hathaway, Julie Andrews, Hector Elizondo, Heather Matarazzo, & Mandy Moore Year of Release: 2001

Love letters that were never meant to be sent are the catalyst to Lara Jean being in a fake relationship that becomes so much more. Lara Jean: Being with Peter was so easy that sometimes I let myself pretend that it wasn't fake. Johnson, Susan. (2018). To All the Boys I've Loved Before. Director: Susan Johnson Cast: Lana Condor, Noah Centineo, Janel Parrish, Anna Cathcart, Trezzo Mahoro, Madeleine Arthur, Israel Broussard, Emilija Baranac, & John Corbett Year of Release: 2018

My thoughts and opinions about A24 and the stories that they collaboratively create. A24 website: https://a24films.com/films Films Mentioned: Midsommar/Director: Ari Aster Everything Everywhere All at Once/Director(s): Daniel Scheinert and Daniel Kwan Moonlight/Director: Barry Jenkins

An unlikely pair face off against each other due to their pride and maybe even some prejudices, until they discover that they just might be falling for one another. Elizabeth: Did I just agree to dance with Mr. Darcy? Charlotte: I dare say you will find him amiable. Elizabeth: It would be most inconvenient since I have sworn to loathe him for all eternity. (both laugh) Wright, Joe. (2005). Pride and Prejudice. Director: Joe Wright Cast: Keira Knightley, Matthew Mcfadyen, Donald Sutherland, Rosamund Pike, Jena Malone, and Carey Mulligan Year of Release: 2005

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this K-Drama/K-Show. The Silent Sea: (8 Episodes) Director: Choi Hang Yong Cast: Bae Doona, Gong Yoo, Lee Joon, & Kim Sun Young Year of Release: 2021

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The March sisters navigate life's growing pains and changes. Amy March: I want to be great or nothing. Gerwig, Greta. (2019). Little Women. Director: Greta Gerwig Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern, and Timothee Chalamet. Year of Release: 2019

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this film.  Gretchen: Why did you bring us here? Herr: You are here because your family belongs here. Gretchen: That's a fucking weird way to put it. Singer, Tilman. (2024). Cuckoo. Cast: Hunter Schafer, Jan Bluthardt, Marton Csokas, Jessica Henwick, Dan Stevens, & Mila Lieu Year of Release: 2024

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. Anora/Director: Sean Baker Sing Sing/Director: Greg Kwedar

An ex-bodyguard seeks revenge for her best friend. Okju: Try me. Because you'll be my prey in hell. Lee, Chung-Hyun. (2023). Ballerina. Director: Chung-Hyun Lee Cast: Jeon Jong-Seo & Park Yu-Rim Year of Release: 2023 Trigger Warning: This film displays violence and discusses serious issues related to SA.

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this K-Drama. The Atypical Family: (12 Episodes) Director: Jo Hyun-tak Cast: Chun Woo-hee, Jang Ki-yong, and Park So-yi Year of Release: 2024 Miss Night and Day: (16 Episodes) Director: Lee Hyeong-min Cast: Choi Jin-hyuk, Lee Jeong-eun, & Jung Eun-ji Year of Release: 2024

Andrew McCarthy discusses the details behind the "Brat Pack" label that impacted a group of young actors/actresses in the 1980s at the height of their careers. Andrew McCarthy: For those of us experiencing the brat pack from the inside, it was something very different. (IMDb/Brats) Director(s): Andrew McCarthy Cast: Andrew McCarthy, Emilio Estevez, Ally Sheedy, Jon Cryer, Lea Thompson, Demi Moore, Howard Deutch, & Rob Lowe. Year of Release: 2024

Individuals with unusual skills uncover dark secrets after being paid to excavate a gravesite. Tagline: The Vicious Emerges (IMDb/Exhuma/Pamyo) Director(s): Jang Jae-hyun Cast: Kim Go-eun, Choi Min-sik, & Lee Do-hyun Year of Release: 2024

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. The Watchers /Director: Ishana Shyamalan Longlegs/Director: Oz Perkins Cuckoo/Director: Tilman Singer

Andy is in for a rude awakening when she begins her assistant job working for THE Miranda Priestly. Nigel: Let me know when your whole life goes up in smoke. Means it's time for a promotion. (IMDb/The Devil Wears Prada) Director(s): David Frankel Cast: Anne Hathaway, Meryl Streep, Emily Blunt, & Stanley Tucci Year of Release: 2006

Recent film trailers that were captivating enough to convince me to go see the film. A Quiet Place: Day One/Director: Michael Sarnoski Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga/Director: George Miller We Grown Now/Director: Minhal Baig

Two adult siblings are confronted by a being that makes its presence known rather quickly after the sudden death of a family member. OJ Haywood: Nope. (IMDb/Nope) Director(s): Jordan Peele Cast: Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya, & Brandon Perea Year of Release: 2022 Black Film Series

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this film.  Joel: I need a quote. President: Don't let them kill me. Joel: Yeah, that'll do. (IMDb/Civil War/ Translation) Director(s): Alex Garland Cast: Kirsten Dunst, Stephen McKinley, Wagner Moura, and Cailee Spaeny Year of Release: 2024

Monsters, Inc. tackles many real-life experiences in a world of monsters who must power their city from the fearful screams of children. But when one of those children finds their way into that city they are forced to question everything. Sulley: Hey, Mike, this might sound crazy but I don't think that kid's dangerous. Mike: Really? Well, in that case, let's keep it. I always wanted a pet that could kill me. (IMDb/Monsters, Inc. /Translation) Director(s): Pete Docter, David Silverman, & Lee Unkrich Cast: Billy Crystal, John Goodman, Mary Gibbs, Steve Buscemi, Jennifer Tilly, & Bob Peterson Year of Release: 2001

We don't often consider grief from the perspective of the dead but this film gives us a front-row seat to the discomfort and pain of that reality. Ghost 2: Hello. Ghost 1: Hi. Ghost 2: I'm waiting for someone. Ghost 1: Who? Ghost 2: I don't remember. (IMDb/A Ghost Story/ Translation) Director(s): David Lowery Cast: Casey Affleck and Rooney Mara Year of Release: 2017

A man's suspicious death leads to an intrusive investigation into the life of a seemingly normal family. Sandra Voyter: Sometimes a couple is kind of a chaos and everybody is lost. Sometimes we fight together and sometimes we fight alone, and sometimes we fight against each other, that happens. (IMDb/Anatomy of a Fall/ Translation) Director(s): Justine Triet Cast: Sandra Huller, Milo Machado Graner, Antoine Reinartz, & Samuel Theis Year of Release: 2023

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this film.  Noriko Oishi: Is your war finally over? (IMDb/ Godzilla Minus One/ Translation) Director(s): Takashi Yamazaki Cast: Minami Hamabe, Ryunosuke Kamiki, Sakura Ando, Kuranosuke Sasaki, Hidetaka Yoshioka, & Munetaka Aoki, Year of Release: 2023 Follow OldSoulPodcast: ⁠https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this K-Drama. Jung Da-eun: Everyone is suffering...because of me. (Daily Dose of Sunshine/Translation) Director: Jae- gyu Lee Cast: Park Bo-young, Yeon Woo-jin, & Dong-Yoon Jang Year of Release: 2023 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

Charlie embarks on a revenge plot against an ex-friend who planned his death. In time, Charlie begins to realize that maybe there's more to life after he meets a young human named Anne-Marie. Whippet Angel: All dogs go to heaven because, unlike people, dogs are naturally good and loyal and kind. (IMDb/All Dogs Go to Heaven) Director(s):Don Bluth & Others Cast: Dom DeLuise, Burt Reynolds, Judith Barsi, Melba Moore, Ken Page, & Vic Briley. Year of Release: 1989 Follow OldSoulPodcast: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast⁠

Dom and Yas meet for the first time under less-than-perfect circumstances and sparks begin to fly rather quickly. Dom: You ask a lot of questions. Yas: I'm interested in people's messes. Dom: What makes you think I've got a mess? Yas: Everyone has a mess. (IMDb/Rye Lane) Director(s): Raine Allen-Miller Cast: David Jonsson & Vivian Oparah Year of Release: 2023 Follow OldSoulPodcast: ⁠https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

Sam's life takes a turn after an attempted theft becomes a murder scene. Sam: I love you, Molly. I've always loved you. Molly: Ditto (IMDb/Ghost) Director(s): Jerry Zucker Cast: Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore, Whoopi Goldberg, & Tony Goldwyn Year of Release: 1990 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

A brief recommendation explaining my reasons why you should consider watching this film.  Ariadne Oliver: After death there's... Hercule Poirot: Nothing. Ariadne Oliver: Something. (IMDb/ A Haunting in Venice) Director(s): Kenneth Branagh Cast: Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan, Tina Fey, & Jude Hill Year of Release: 2023 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

Marion's decision to steal 40,000 dollars from her employer causes her to go on the run and end up at the Bates Motel. She's never seen again. Marion Crane: Do you go out with friends? Norman Bates: Well, a boy's best friend is his mother. (IMDb/Psycho) Director(s): Alfred Hitchcock Cast: Anthony Perkins, Janet Leigh, Vera Miles, & John Gavin Year of Release: 1960 (Apologies in advance! I said Marion's name wrong. It is indeed Marion not Mariom.) Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

During a tour of a nearly complete Theme Park, two paleontologists become immersed in a world of real dinosaurs and have to fight for their lives and others. Ellie: So, what are you thinking? Grant: We're out of a job. Malcolm: Don't you mean extinct? (IMDb/ Jurassic Park) Director(s): Steven Spielberg Cast: Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Richard Attenborough, Bob Peck, Wayne Knight, Samuel L. Jackson Year of Release: 1993 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

Boksoon is the best fighter in the MK organization, but many enemies, secrets, and lies come with that. As her contract is ending, so does the life that she's built for her daughter. A Life of Lies Can Kill (IMDb/ Kill Boksoon) Trigger Warning: This film contains violence and graphic depictions. Director(s): Byun Sung Hyun Cast: Jeon Do Yeon, Si Ah Kim, Koo Kyo Hwan, Esom, Hwang Jung Min, Lee Yeon, & Sol Kyung Gu Year of Release: 2023 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

Andie falls for a guy named Blane but their social class takes a toll on their relationship before it even really begins. Andie: If somebody doesn't believe in me, I can't believe in them. (IMDb/ Pretty in Pink) Director(s): Howard Deutch Writer: John Hughes Cast: Molly Ringwald, Jon Cryer, Harry Dean Stanton, Annie Potts, James Spader, & Andrew McCarthy Year of Release: 1986 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

A seemingly endless spread of pollution and continuous war threatens the future of Nausicaa and the Valley, which her people inhabit. Nausicaa: Every one of us relies on water from the wells because mankind has polluted all the lakes and rivers... (IMDb/ Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind) Director(s): Hayao Miyazaki Cast: Sumi Shimamoto, Ichiro Nagai, Mahito Tsujimura, Hisako Kyoda, & Goro Naya Year of Release: 1984 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast

A fake family is taken on a wild ride upon the arrival of Detective Blanc. Marta Cabrera: You're not much of a detective, are you? Benoit Blanc: Well, to be fair, you make a pretty lousy murderer. (IMDb/ Knives Out) Director(s): Rian Johnson Cast: Daniel Craig, Chris Evans, Ana de Armas, Jamie Lee Curtis, Michael Shannon, Don Johnson, Toni Collette, LaKeith Stanfield, Christopher Plummer, Katherine Langford, and Jaeden Martell Year of Release: 2019 Follow OldSoulPodcast: https://linktr.ee/oldsoulpodcast