"CHI-RAQ", the new SPIKE LEE JOINT, zooms in on Chicago violence.

"CHI-RAQ", the new film by Spike Lee centers on male gang violence within the neighborhoods of Chicago. 40 Acres, Roadside Attractions and Lionsgate are teaming up with Amazon to release the film in a limited release on Dec. 4, followed by a release on Amazon Instant Video.

The (soon-to-be) controversial film stars SAMUEL L. JACKSON, TEYONAH PARIS, WESLEY SNIPES, NICK CANNON, JOHN CUSACK, JENNIFER HUDSON and a bunch a cameos.

The film is based on a Greek comedy "Lysistrata" by Aristophanes. The story involves the women of Chicago who defiantly deny intimate relations until neighborhood gang violence ceases. Watch the trailer below.

CHI-RAQ Trailer from 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks on Vimeo.

1st Official STAR WARS; FORCE AWAKENS poster relased today

Finally! A super hero for grown ups! Enter: DEADPOOL

On the heels of the successful and ultra-violent Marvel series"Daredevil" (on Netflix) comes "DEADPOOL", one of the more mature stories in the MCU.

Former DC Comic Superhero and M.I.L.F. heartthrob RYAN REYNOLDS is a good choice to play the smarmy, potty-mouthed assassin with super healing abilities.

The RED BAND TRAILER below seems to be an indication that the creators will stay dedicated to the raucous debauchery and mayhem which ensues throughout the story. (release date 2/12/16).

Deadpool | Red Band Trailer : Based upon Marvel Comics’ most unconventional anti-hero, DEADPOOL tells the origin story of former Special Forces operative turned mercenary Wade Wilson, who after being subjected to a rogue experiment that leaves him with accelerated healing powers, adopts the alter ego Deadpool. Armed with his new abilities and a dark, twisted sense of humor, Deadpool hunts down the man who nearly destroyed his life.

Cast: Ryan Reynolds, Morena Baccarin, Ed Skrein, T.J. Miller, Gina Carano, Brianna Hildebrand

An uncensored Helen Mirren speaks about fear, ageism and women in the Film industry.

THE DC EMPIRE STRIKES BACK WITH "Legends Of Tomorrow" series on the CW

OUTRAGEOUS! New JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS Trailer Released!

Jem and the Holograms was a colorful, campy ’80s cartoon revolving around Jerrica Benton and her alter ego Jem, who was the lead singer of an incredibly popular band called the Holograms.

And while the names are the same in the upcoming live-action adaptation, the camp factor has been seriously toned down in favor of a refreshingly emotional undercurrent, as you can see in the official international HD trailer below.



For those of that remember the cartoon, here's the original theme.

NEW POSTER 4 Quentin Tarantino's next film.

The filmmaker’s 8th directorial effort will be presented in 70mm Super Cinemascope when it hits theaters.

MAD MEN; FINAL SEASON - the 1st poster.

AMERICAN HORROR STORY; HOTEL- 3 questions and 5 recommendations

When i heard today that LADY GAGA was going to head up the cast of AMERICAN HORROR STORY'S fifth season ("Hotel"), 3 questions popped into my head:


1) WHAT ABOUT JESSICA?


I figured that the biggest news about AHS, aside from the series' title, would be the status of the show's amazing lead actress JESSICA LANGE. A definitive statement from the show's producers regarding her departure or continuing residence is still pending.


2) WHY LADY GAGA?


People who have come to adore the series know that they will be watching incredible work by some of the most talented actors ever assembled. And, granted, even though some of cast members weren't popular stars, they proved their worth through outstanding performances. Lady GaGa has yet to prove herself as an actress worthy of such a awesome gig like AHS. Let's hope that her acting coach is as good as her singing coach who helped her ace a performance at the 2015 OSCARS..


3) WHAT'S IN IT FOR HER?


Lady GaGa seems to be in it for artistic credibility and career advancement. it seems like she is trying to distance herself from the icky pop goop sticking to her past and "evolve" into some Hollywood-ready screen queen.




FINAL THOUGHT


If American Horror Story wanted to appeal to ratings over artistic excellence in it's inception, TATE would have been played by Justin Bieber for the series' debut season ("Murder House"). I wouldn't be surprised if Lady GAGA co-produced AHS: HOTEL (put $$ into the production) , securing a spot on the series the same way Katy Perry PAYED TO PLAY the Super Bowl Halftime show.







5 PHATFLIX RECOMMENDATIONS FOR AMERICAN HORROR STORY; HOTEL




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