Music biopics have grown increasingly popular with studios. Just in the last few years we’ve seen onscreen biographies of such acts as Elvis Presley, Queen, Elton John, Whitney Houston, Bob Marley, Bob Dylan, and most recently Bruce Springsteen. Casting is already completed for The Beatles. But before their movie hits theaters, we’re getting “Michael”, a biopic based on the life of the King of Pop himself, Michael Jackson.
“Michael” is set to star Jaafar Jackson, son of Jermaine Jackson and nephew to Michael Jackson himself. The film is said to follow Michael’s journey from his introduction to stardom as a member of The Jackson 5 to his meteoric rise to global fame in the 1980s as a solo artist. The film also stars Miles Teller, Colman Domingo, and Nia Long, and is directed by Antoine Fuqua. Music biopics have varied wildly in quality and success. What should we expect from “Michael”? The new teaser gives us a taste.
“Michael” dances its way into theaters on April 24, 2026. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.
The “Scream” franchise keeps chugging along with the upcoming release of “Scream 7”. Wes Craven’s popular slasher film series began in 1996, lasting for four features before running out of steam in 2011. But the series returned in 2022 with a decent reboot only to drop the ball in 2023 with the dreadful “Scream VI”. But now its back with a new creative team, a new focus, and a brand new trailer. And just by first looks, there’s some fun to be had.
“Scream VI” welcomes back the series star Neve Campbell who returns as the original protagonist Sidney Prescott. She and her daughter Tatum (Isabel May) find their quiet, small town life disrupted by the murderous Ghost Face. The trailer also reveals a returning Courtney Cox as dogged reporter Gale Weathers. And it appears they aren’t the only veteran cast members to reappear. Kevin Williamson (who wrote three of the four original Scream movies) directs what looks to be a fun yet derivative sequel. Still, it can’t be much worse than the previous installment.
“Scream VI” slashes its way into theaters on February 27th. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment and Apple Original Films is bringing the high-octane summer blockbuster “F1” to home video. Fresh off directing two box office smash hits “Top Gun: Maverick” and “Twisters”, Joseph Kosinski helms this visually exhilarating yet character centered racing drama set in the world of Formula One. The film features an electric cast that includes Brad Pitt, Kerry Condon, Javier Bardem, and an eye-opening Damson Idris. This terrific home video edition vividly captures all the edge of your seat racing action that made this one of the must-see movies of the summer.
This 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of “F1” includes a digital copy is available to purchase right now. See below for a full synopsis of the film as well as a list of special features.
About the Film:
Year: 2025
Runtime: 155 Minutes
Director: Joseph Kosinski
Screenwriter: Ehren Kruger
Cast: Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon, Tobias Menzies, Kim Bodnia, Javier Bardem, Sarah Niles, Will Merrick, Joseph Balderrama, Abdul Salis, Callie Cooke, Samson Kayo
Rating: PG-13 for strong language and violence
Dubbed “the greatest that never was,” Sonny Hayes (Brad Pitt) was FORMULA 1’s most promising phenom of the 1990s until an accident on the track nearly ended his career. Thirty years later, he’s a nomadic racer-for-hire when he’s approached by his former teammate Ruben Cervantes (Javier Bardem), owner of a struggling FORMULA 1 team that is on the verge of collapse.
Ruben convinces Sonny to come back to FORMULA 1 for one last shot at saving the team and being the best in the world. He’ll drive alongside Joshua Pearce (Damson Idris), the team’s hotshot rookie intent on setting his own pace. But as the engines roar, Sonny’s past catches up with him and he finds that in FORMULA 1, your teammate is your fiercest competition — and the road to redemption is not something you can travel alone.
Special Features:
“F1” 4K UHD and Blu-ray contain the following special features:
Inside the “F1” Table Read (featurette) – 5:05
On June 19, 2023, the cast of F1 joined Director Joseph Kosinski and Producer Jerry Bruckheimer at Silverstone for a table read. As excitement and anticipation builds, the cast reminisce on the momentous occasion and reflect on their friendships.
The Anatomy of a Crash (featurette) – 6:23
One of the most intense scenes in the film was loosely inspired by FORMULA 1 driver Romain Grosjean’s Bahrain crash in 2020. Take an in-depth look at how this technically challenging scene was filmed practically.
Getting Up to Speed (featurette) – 5:00
Get the inside track on how Brad Pitt and Damson Idris became racing drivers. Lead driving choreographers Luciano Bacheta and Craig Dolby reveal the hard work and dedication that went into getting the cast behind the wheel and up to speed.
APXGP Innovations (featurette) – 5:21
Each year, FORMULA 1 teams make serious engineering and technological advancements to their cars. The same can be said for the F1® crew, who worked hard across departments – sound, camera, RF, rigging, stunts and SFX – and found new ways to innovate.
Making it to Silverstone (featurette) – 5:04
The first days of filming at the Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2023 at Silverstone took months, if not years, of planning and rehearsal of the Grid Walk and Formation Lap scenes. The goal: to shoot live without disturbing the integrity of the race.
Lewis Hamilton: Producer (featurette) – 5:14
When Joseph Kosinski decided to make a film about the world of F1, the first person he called was 7-time World Drivers’ Champion Lewis Hamilton. Filmmakers discuss Hamilton’s value as a producer, how he influenced the script, his set visits and more!
APXGP Sets and Locations Around the World (featurette) – 9:17
Welcome to the APXGP garage, designed to fit perfectly into the F1® paddock for filming across the globe. Go beyond the track to see how F1 teams McLaren, Williams, and Mercedes welcomed cast and crew into their factories and team facilities.
APXGP and F1®: How it was Filmed (featurette) – 5:53
The cast and crew had one hour to film the exciting Red Flag sequence. As it was the climax of the film and the true culmination of the partnership between filmmakers and FORMULA 1, all 10 teams and cars flocked to the pit lane to participate!
Sound of Speed (featurette) – 5:10
Join Hans Zimmer at AIR Studios for the first recording sessions of F1®’s epic score, with Jerry Bruckheimer joining the session to witness the magic. Zimmer reflects on his desire for the sound of the cars to influence the music of the orchestra.
Sam Raimi is back with “Send Help”, a twisted genre-bending experience that stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O’Brien. It’s Raimi’s first film since 2022’s “Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness”. Rather than playing in established cinematic universes, this time Raimi is making a wildly original film although one full of fun inspirations from “Misery” to “Cast Away”. The new trailer gives us a good grasp of what Raimi is going for by revealing a dark comedy that turns into full-blown survival horror.
McAdams plays Linda Liddle, a meek and modest office worker in a big city firm ran by the weaselly prig Bradley (O’Brien). The degradation from her snobbish jerk of a boss is taking its toll on her. But the tables are turned after a plane crash over the ocean leaves the pair stranded on a deserted island. The two sole survivors must work together if they want to survive. But Bradley’s arrogant sense of control pushes Linda too far, and she quickly lets him know there is a new boss in charge. The trailer is a perfect setup for this crazy blend of humor and horror. I can’t wait to see it.
“Send Help” crashes into theaters on January 30th. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.
Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment is bringing one of the best horror movies of 2025 to home video. “Weapons” is writer-director Zach Cregger’s follow-up to his 2022 film “Barbarian”. It’s a movie that earns its scares as a horror movie. But it also plays wonderfully as a suspenseful mystery thriller. The film was a box office success, earning nearly $240 million against its $38 million budget. Now this gripping and genuinely chilling feature is available to own. Read my full review of the film [HERE]
This terrific 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition of “Weapons” includes a digital copy and will be available to purchase on October 14th. See below for a full synopsis of the film as well as a list of special features.
Rating: R for strong bloody violence and grisly images, language throughout, some sexual content and drug use
When all but one child from the same class mysteriously vanish on the same night at exactly the same time, a community is left questioning who or what is behind their disappearance.
Special Features:
“Weapons” Digital, 4K UHD, and Blu-ray contain the following special features:
Director Zach Cregger: Making Horror Personal (featurette)
Zach Cregger unravels the intricate origins of Weapons. In this insightful exclusive, he details the initial sparks of inspiration that ignited the project, revealing how elements of his own life experiences found their way into the film’s core.
Weaponized: The Cast of Weapons (featurette)
An ensemble piece showcasing the stark personalities and combative dynamic between the different characters, as well as the motivations that lead them down the path of mystery, conflict, and death.
Weapons: Texture of Terror (featurette)
Maybrook, a seemingly perfect town, harbors a darkness that runs deeper than its charming façade. Tom Hammock, along with key cast and crew, delves into the intricacies of designing the terror that grips this unsuspecting community.
This year Netflix has what may be their best Fall lineup of original movies since their beginning. Firmly planted among them is “Train Dreams”, the sophomore feature film from writer-director Clint Bentley. This American drama is an adaptation on Denis Johnson’s 2011 novella of the same name. It premiered in January at Sundance and since has gained widespread praise. Even more, it has a sparkling cast highlighted by Joel Edgerton, Felicity Jones, Kerry Condon, William H. Macy, and Clifton Collins Jr.
“Train Dreams” is set in the rugged Pacific Northwest during the early 1900s. Edgerton plays Robert Grainier, a logger who goes to work building a railroad across the rapidly expanding United States. While his work keeps him in the outdoors he enjoys, it forces him to be away from his wife Gladys (Jones) and their young daughter. The movie follows this simple man’s life amid a world of unprecedented change. The first trailer reveals a near hypnotic beauty that manifests itself both visually and narratively. It looks to be exquisitely shot and the cast couldn’t be more perfect in this small but stunning slice.
“Train Dreams” releases in select theaters on November 7th and on Netflix November 21st. Check out the trailer below and let me know if you’ll be seeing it or taking a pass.
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