‘Talk to Me’ Set to Get a 3D Spinoff Series From Meta and XRTV!!

Since exceeding expectations and busting the box office wide open upon its release in 2023, Talk to Me has become one of the most notorious original horror flicks of the last decade. In the two years that have passed, its co-helmers, Michael and Danny Philippou, have delivered audiences another hard-to-watch scare-tastic film with Bring Her Back, and yet fans are still waiting for news surrounding … Continue reading ‘Talk to Me’ Set to Get a 3D Spinoff Series From Meta and XRTV!!

‘Bring Her Back’ & ‘Talk to Me’ Take Place in a Shared Universe!!

A new promotional website for Bring Her Back reveals that the A24 horror movie takes place in the same shared universe as Talk to Me. Bring Her Back is currently playing in United States theaters. The film is directed by Danny and Michael Philippou, with this movie serving as their follow-up to 2022’s Talk to Me. Bring Her Back stars Sally Hawkins as Laura, Billy … Continue reading ‘Bring Her Back’ & ‘Talk to Me’ Take Place in a Shared Universe!!

‘Longlegs’ Has Become the Highest-Grossing Indie Horror Film of the Last Decade!!

Days after Inside Out 2 broke every box office record for animated films that it could, and even as Deadpool & Wolverine sets new benchmarks for R-rated movies, Neon’s Longlegs is continuing its own success story in its weight class. The horror-thriller recently became the indie distributor’s top-grossing domestic release, ahead of Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite, and this past weekend — its third — it also … Continue reading ‘Longlegs’ Has Become the Highest-Grossing Indie Horror Film of the Last Decade!!

‘Street Fighter’ Movie Loses It Directors!!

Legendary and Capcom‘s first choice to develop the mega-popular fighting-game franchise Street Fighter into a new movie has just left the project, so they’re on the lookout for Player 2. It’s game over for Danny and Michael Philippou, the duo behind last year’s sleeper scare hit Talk to Me, who have departed the film due to scheduling issues. The Hollywood Reporter has the news that … Continue reading ‘Street Fighter’ Movie Loses It Directors!!

‘Talk to Me 2’: Sophie Wilde Gives Disappointing Update!!

With lower budgets than the average Hollywood fare, A24 has gotten in the habit of delivering commercially viable films with high entertainment value. With the directorial debut of Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou, in the horror feature, Talk to Me, the company was able to do it again. On a reported budget of $4.5 million, the film became 2023’s summer smash horror film, earning an … Continue reading ‘Talk to Me 2’: Sophie Wilde Gives Disappointing Update!!

‘Bring Her Back’: Sally Hawkins Joins New Horror Movie From ‘Talk To Me’ Directors!!

The masterminds behind one of A24‘s most profitable success stories have officially found their next project. A new report from Deadline announced that Sally Hawkins (The Shape of Water, Paddington) will team up with Talk To Me directors, Danny and Michael Philippou, in the upcoming horror project Bring Her Back. Plot information is being kept under wraps, but the film is reportedly set to begin … Continue reading ‘Bring Her Back’: Sally Hawkins Joins New Horror Movie From ‘Talk To Me’ Directors!!

5 Special Hollywood Films of 2023 – A MovizArk Take!!!

Indeed, another year of incredible movies comes to an end and what a year it been. While superhero fatigue appeared in full form (with the exception of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3), the last 12 months saw some spectacular cinematic feats unfold, particularly with the Barbenheimer phenomenon that made it seem as though cinema reached peak pervasiveness this year. That is of course, until … Continue reading 5 Special Hollywood Films of 2023 – A MovizArk Take!!!

A24 Set to Launch Their Own App!!

A24, the studio behind films such as Pearl and The Whale, is launching its own app, featuring many hours of bonus content showing viewers how their favorite movies were made. Called the “A24 App”, the feature will also include the possibility of singing up for the studio’s official fan club, with the $5 USD monthly fee giving clients special discounts on the studio’s official store, … Continue reading A24 Set to Launch Their Own App!!

‘The Equalizer 3’ Seizes Top Spot With Second-Best Labor Day Opening Ever at the BO!!

Sony/Escape Artists’ The Equalizer 3 will hit $42M over four-days, easily the second-best opening of Labor Day weekend ever following 2021’s Shang-Chi, which did $94.6M. 3-day is $34.5M (or 2.6M patrons, per EntTelligence), which is the third-best domestic opening for filmmaker Antoine Fuqua after Equalizer 2 ($36M) and The Magnificent Seven ($35M), and the second-best start for the franchise. Friday was $13.1M, including Thursday previews, … Continue reading ‘The Equalizer 3’ Seizes Top Spot With Second-Best Labor Day Opening Ever at the BO!!

‘Gran Turismo’ Races Ahead to Debut at the Top of the BO!!!

In one of the dullest weekends of the year, there was a lot of melodrama. However, Sony’s Gran Turismo won the weekend with $17.4M — and rival studios, except for Warners Bros, see it that way too. Barbie came in with $15.1M, not $17.1M, to no one’s shock. “It was never going to do that kind of business,” said one rival distribution cappo this AM. … Continue reading ‘Gran Turismo’ Races Ahead to Debut at the Top of the BO!!!

‘Talk to Me’ Has Become A24’s Fifth Highest-Grossing Film at the Worldwide BO!!

While Barbie and Oppenheimer have been dominating the global box office over the past few weeks, another movie has been quietly landing punches in its own weight class. After almost exactly a month in release, the horror film Talk to Me has passed the $50 million mark at the global box office, cementing itself as one of the biggest movies in indie outfit A24’s history. … Continue reading ‘Talk to Me’ Has Become A24’s Fifth Highest-Grossing Film at the Worldwide BO!!

‘Blue Beetle’ Steals Top Spot from ‘Barbie’ for an Underwhelming Debut at the BO!!

Even though this weekend’s new entries – Warner Bros/DC’s Blue Beetle and Universal’s Strays – aren’t coming in at the top of their projections, with respective lower weekends of $25.4M and $8.3M, the overall health of the theatrical business is still in good shape. It’s being further bolstered by the fifth weekends of Barbie ($21.5M) and Oppenheimer ($10.6M), which are fueling an estimated $100.7M weekend … Continue reading ‘Blue Beetle’ Steals Top Spot from ‘Barbie’ for an Underwhelming Debut at the BO!!

‘Last Voyage of the Demeter’ Opens Poor as ‘Barbie’ Continues to Dominate at the BO!!

The momentum of Barbenheimer, as well as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem and The Meg 2: The Trench, are propelling a significantly better August than a year ago. The weekend is set to top an estimated $118.5M, +76% from the same frame in 2022 per industry sources. Unfortunately, the tanking of Amblin/Universal’s $45M-costing The Last Voyage of the Demeter stands out like a wart, … Continue reading ‘Last Voyage of the Demeter’ Opens Poor as ‘Barbie’ Continues to Dominate at the BO!!

‘Talk 2 Me’: A24 Greenlits ‘Talk to Me’ Sequel!!

As expected, A24 is once again collaborating with Danny and Michael Philippou for the follow-up to this year’s surprise summer smash horror film, Talk to Me. The upcoming movie, titled Talk 2 Me will feature a screenplay by Danny Philippou and Bill Hinzman, with direction from both Danny and Michael Philippou. The news of a sequel, given the film’s success, is no surprise or accident. … Continue reading ‘Talk 2 Me’: A24 Greenlits ‘Talk to Me’ Sequel!!

‘Barbie’ Remains at Top as ‘Turtles’, ‘Meg 2’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ Lead Excellent Weekend at the BO!!

As the Hollywood labor stoppage continues, the 2023 box office rally rages on, as domestic box office soars past $6 billion, +22% over the same January-August period a year ago. This weekend for all movies stands at an estimated $178M. This is the fourth time in box office history to have four movies cross $25M; the last time was Thanksgiving weekend 2018. We always knew this … Continue reading ‘Barbie’ Remains at Top as ‘Turtles’, ‘Meg 2’ and ‘Oppenheimer’ Lead Excellent Weekend at the BO!!

A ‘Talk to Me’ Prequel Has Already Been Filmed!!

The horror hit of the summer has arrived with A24‘s Talk to Me. Directed by twin brothers Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou, the possession flick is scoring rave reviews from critics and audiences alike all while raking in over double the budget in its debut weekend. With so much love for the film and plenty of questions to answer about the creepy embalmed hand, possibilities … Continue reading A ‘Talk to Me’ Prequel Has Already Been Filmed!!

Talk to Me (2023) Review!!

Synopsis – When a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces. My Take – By now we all know that A24 has earned their excellent reputation by putting out excellent art house films, particularly in the horror genre, and their latest is … Continue reading Talk to Me (2023) Review!!

‘Talk To Me’ Scares Up $10 Million Marking A24’s Second-Biggest Debut at the BO!!

A24’s supernatural horror Talk To Me by first time filmmakers Danny and Michael Philippou blew past box office projections grossing over $10 million on 2,340 screens opening weekend. The breakout by the first-time filmmaker brothers and popular YouTubers from Australia was no. six at the domestic box office. The film was well reviewed as a fresh spin on the possession tale and had great exits … Continue reading ‘Talk To Me’ Scares Up $10 Million Marking A24’s Second-Biggest Debut at the BO!!

‘Talk To Me’: New Images Teases the Upcoming Sophie Wilde led Horror!! Check It Out!!

Demonic possession takes the spotlight in new images from Talk To Me, a new supernatural horror story set to hit the big screen this summer. Shared by Fandango, the pictures show Mia (Sophie Wilde) next to the demonic force which she has brought into her home thanks to a viral challenge, as she and her friends try to get away from the curse before it’s … Continue reading ‘Talk To Me’: New Images Teases the Upcoming Sophie Wilde led Horror!! Check It Out!!

‘Talk to Me’: New Trailer Sees a Demonic Possession Taking Its Hold!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – When a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces. Directed – Danny Philippou, Michael Philippou Starring – Sophie Wilde, Chris Alosio, Joe Bird Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Talk to Me’: New Trailer Sees a Demonic Possession Taking Its Hold!! Check It Out!!

‘Street Fighter’: ‘Talk to Me’ Directors Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou to Helm Movie Adaptation!!

The Japan-based video game company, Capcom, is known for producing a number of timeless video games over the past decades, including Resident Evil, Mega Man, Devil May Cry, and Monster Hunter, among others. But one game that fans will definitely remember the Japanese company for is Street Fighter, which has long been a gaming industry staple since its 1987 debut. Popular for its iconic characters, … Continue reading ‘Street Fighter’: ‘Talk to Me’ Directors Danny Philippou and Michael Philippou to Helm Movie Adaptation!!

‘Talk to Me’ Trailer Sees a Welcomed Possession Going Horribly Wrong!! Check It Out!!

Synopsis – When a group of friends discover how to conjure spirits using an embalmed hand, they become hooked on the new thrill, until one of them goes too far and unleashes terrifying supernatural forces. Directed – Danny Philippou, Michael Philippou Starring – Sophie Wilde, Chris Alosio, Joe Bird Check out the trailer: Continue reading ‘Talk to Me’ Trailer Sees a Welcomed Possession Going Horribly Wrong!! Check It Out!!

A24 Sets Release Dates for ‘Past Lives’, ‘You Hurt My Feelings’, and ‘Talk to Me’ in Summer!!

Summer just got a little bit hotter, as A24 has set release dates for three of its upcoming films. You Hurt My Feelings, Past Lives, and Talk to Me have received theatrical release dates, according to Deadline. All three films made their world debuts at this year’s Sundance Film Festival, where A24 acquired distribution rights to the latter. The slate kicks off with You Hurt … Continue reading A24 Sets Release Dates for ‘Past Lives’, ‘You Hurt My Feelings’, and ‘Talk to Me’ in Summer!!