Echo Chamber - 267
We're going with FIVE films for this week's EchoChamberFP goodness!!!
There's another kids animation from Signature Entertainment and Qvisten Animation AS, a wedding action situation from Archstone Entertainment, Saban Films & Buffalo 8. Working Title Films, Studio Canal & Instinct Productions look to diversify the rom-com, and Netflix takes it to the woods. AND, as it's just hit Disney+ we take a trip to Marvel Studios & Walt Disney Studios galaxy!!!
'The Best Man' is directed by Shane Dax Taylor who co-wrote with C. Alec Rossel & Daniel Zirilli. Mercenaries seize control of a remote resort hotel during a wedding and it's up to the best man (Brendan Fehr), the groom (Luke Wilson) and their drunken best friend (Dolph Lundgren) to stop the terrorists and save the hostages.
'What's Love Got to Do with It?' is directed by Shekhar Kapur and written by Jemima Khan. How do you find lasting love in today's world? For documentary-maker and dating app addict Zoe (Lily James), swiping right has only delivered an endless stream of Mr. Wrongs to her eccentric mother Cath's (Emma Thompson) dismay. For Zoe's childhood friend and neighbor Kaz (Shazad Latif), the answer is to follow his parents' example and opt for an arranged (or "assisted") marriage to a bright and beautiful bride from Pakistan. As Zoe films his hopeful journey from London to Lahore to marry a stranger chosen by his parents, she begins to wonder if she might have something to learn from a profoundly different approach to finding love.
'Just Super' (Helt Super) is directed by Rasmus A. Sivertsen and written by Kamilla Krogsveen. This epic family adventure is all about finding your own unique superpower. 11-year-old gaming enthusiast Hedvig finds her life turned upside down when she must step into the shoes of her father, who is the town’s secret superhero, sooner than expected. Little does she know, this will lead her on a journey of self-discovery through which she will uncover her inner hero, despite a lack of super strength, speed or coordination.
'Happiness For Beginners' is written & directed by Vicky Wight, and an adaptation of Katherine Center's 2015 book of the same name. A year after getting divorced, Helen (Ellie Kemper) books an Appalachian Trail survivalist course where she meets Jake (Luke Grimes), a friend of her younger brother (Alexander Koch).
'Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3' is written & directed by James Gunn. Still reeling from the loss of Gamora (Zoe Saldaña), Peter Quill (Chris Pratt) rallies his team (Bradley Cooper, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel) to defend the universe and one of their own - a mission that could mean the end of the Guardians if not successful.
Today we have:
The Best Man - Poster
The Best Man
Watch Review: Here.
Digital Release Date: 29th July 2023
Director: Shane Dax Taylor
Cast: Luke Wilson, Nicky Whelan, Dolph Lundgren, Brendan Fehr, Scout Taylor-Compton, Chris Mullinax, Scott Martin, Andrey Ivchenko, Ryan Devlin, King Orba, Michael Proctor, Patrick Proctor, Wes Hager, Alex Reymundo
Credit: Archstone Entertainment, Archstone Pictures, BondIt, Buffalo 8, Saban Films, Altitude Film Entertainment
Genre: Action, Thriller
Running Time: 90 min
Cert: 15
Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/xzisOfOwqVQ
Digital Platforms: Amazon, iTunes, Google Play, YouTube Movies,
Watch via Apple TV+: Here.
Watch via Prime Video: Here.
Watch via Prime Video UK: Here.
Watch via Now TV: Here.
What's Love Got to Do with It? - Poster
What's Love Got to Do with It?
Watch Review: Here.
47th Toronto International Film Festival: 10th September 2022
Theatrical Release Date: 24th February 2023
Digital Release Date: 24th July 2023
Director: Shekhar Kapur
Cast: Lily James, Shazad Latif, Shabana Azmi, Emma Thompson, Sajal Aly, Oliver Chris, Asim Chaudhry, Jeff Mirza, Alice Orr-Ewing, Iman Boujelouah, Pakiza Baig, Sindhu Vee, Shahid Khan, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Credit: Instinct Productions, StudioCanal, Working Title Films
Genre: Comedy, Romance
Running Time: 108 min
Cert: 12a
Trailer: Here.
Watch via Netflix: Here.
Website: Here.
Just Super (aka Helt Super) - Poster
Just Super (aka Helt Super)
Watch Review: Here.
TIFF Junior: 10th September 2022
Norwegian Premiere: 30th September 2022
Theatrical Release Date: 4th August 2023
Director: Rasmus A. Sivertsen
Cast: Hennika Eggum Huuse, Todd Monrad Vistven, Johannes Kjærnes, Tobias Santelmann, Kari Simonsen, Henriette Marø, Line Verndal, Atle Antonsen, Desta Marie Beeder, Charlotte Frogner
Credit: Qvisten Animation AS, Nordisk Film, Signature Entertainment
Genre: Animation, Family, Fantasy
Running Time: 76 min
Cert: U
Trailer: Here.
Watch via Apple TV+: Here.
Watch via Prime Video: Here.
Website: Here.
Happiness For Beginners - Poster
Happiness For Beginners
Watch Review: Here.
Digital Release Date: 27th July 2023
Director: Vicky Wight
Cast: Ellie Kemper, Luke Grimes, Nico Santos, Blythe Danner, Ben Cook, Shayvawn Webster, Esteban Benito, Gus Birney, Julia Shiplett, Alexander Koch
Credit: Cranetown Media, Netflix
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Running Time: 103 min
Cert: 12a
Trailer: Here.
Watch via Netflix: Here.
Website: Here.
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 - Poster
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3
Watch Review: Here.
Disneyland Paris: 22nd April 2023
Theatrical Release Date: 3rd May 2023
Digital Release Date: 2nd August 2023
Director: James Gunn
Cast: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Sean Gunn, Chukwudi Iwuji, Linda Cardellini, Nathan Fillion, Sylvester Stallone
Credit: Marvel Studios, Film New Zealand, Marvel Entertainment, Walt Disney Studios
Motion Pictures
Genre: Action, Adventure, Comedy, Fantasy, Sci-Fi
Running Time: 150 min
Cert: 12a
Trailer: Here.
Watch via Disney+: Here.
Watch via Apple TV+: Here.
Watch via Prime Video: Here.
Watch via Prime Video UK: Here.
Website: Here.
Twitter: @Guardians
Facebook: Here.
Instagram: @guardiansofthegalaxy
Fantasia International Film Festival - Poster
27th Fantasia International Film Festival
Echo Chamber Intro: Here.
Since its beginnings, the Fantasia International Film Festival has explored the diverse realms of genre cinema, creating bridges between the cutting edge and the mainstream, and providing a festive but professional environment where emerging artists are given exposure alongside their more established counterparts, both locally and internationally. We showcase the best in Canadian and world cinema, discovering and nurturing exciting new talents and offering a platform through which artists and audiences can connect.
Information
Festival Information: Here.
Film Programme: Here.
Short Film Programme: Here.
Tickets & Venue Info: Here.
Panel + Special Events: Here.
Website: Here.
Twitter: @FantasiaFest
Facebook: Here.
Instagram: @fantasiafestival
Vimeo: Here.
*(Music)
'Dog Days Are Over' by Florence And The Machine - 2009