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R.L. Stine's Pumpkinhead springs to life in the trailer for Tubi's horror film.

R.L. Stine's Pumpkinhead springs to life in the trailer for Tubi's horror film.

With under two weeks remaining until the launch of R.L. Stine’s Pumpkinhead, Tubi has unveiled both a poster and a trailer for the forthcoming feature adaptation of Stine’s 1999 short story. NFMLA Presents InFocus: Canadian Cinema Program

NFMLA Presents InFocus: Canadian Cinema Program

NFMLA organized its InFocus: Canadian Cinema Program. Posterized October 2025: The Mastermind, It Was Merely an Accident, Bugonia, and More

Posterized October 2025: The Mastermind, It Was Merely an Accident, Bugonia, and More

The spooky season brings with it a larger selection of non-horror titles compared to horror ones. This isn't surprising, given that the genre has evolved into a year-round event instead of just a pattern where quality films are released in October and poorer ones in January. I still find it hard to accept that studios are not eager to take advantage of Halloween. Some Comic Book Sneak Peek – Action Comics #1091

Comic Book Sneak Peek – Action Comics #1091

DC will be releasing Action Comics #1091 on Wednesday, and you can get an early look with the official preview provided below… Superboy discovers the true meaning of being a hero when faced with the ch… Comic Book Sneak Peek – Amazing X-Men #1

Comic Book Sneak Peek – Amazing X-Men #1

Marvel is set to debut its Age of Revelation tie-in series Amazing X-Men this Wednesday; check out the official preview below for an exclusive look at the first issue… X YEARS LATER, while on the run… The star of The Smashing Machine, Dwayne Johnson, along with writer-director Benny Safdie, made significant efforts to portray the story of UFC fighter Mark Kerr authentically, especially during the fight sequences. The film tells the story of Kerr, portrayed by Johnson, as he ascends in the ring while battling addiction outside of it to cope with profound pain. Emily Blunt plays his devoted girlfriend, Dawn, who also confronts her own challenges. There’s been speculation about an Oscar nomination for Johnson, who is typically recognized for action and franchise films. It’s important to note that he is the only candidate in this year's Best Actor race who, as he puts it, willingly allowed himself to be "concussed" for his craft. In our cover feature on The Smashing Machine, Johnson and Safdie shared that during the film's early development, Safdie proposed a daring concept: to always keep the cameras outside the ring and to refrain from quick cuts or editing techniques. “Benny and I were in a meeting when he said, ‘I have a suggestion. Tell me I’m crazy and I’ll never mention it again: I’d love to never cut away when you’re in the ring or cage,’” Johnson recounted to writer Joshua Encinias. “I replied, ‘I would love that. I will train hard and come in the best, and hopefully in decent shape,’” Johnson remembered. The most intense outcome of this approach resulted in a fight scene that recreates a notable brawl in Japan between Kerr and Kazuyuki Fujita, who is portrayed in the film by actor and MMA fighter Yoko Hamamura. Regarding taking a real hit from Yoko Hamamura for The Smashing Machine, Johnson specifically asked Hamamura not to hold back. “I pulled Yoko Hamamura aside and said, ‘Hey, you have to hit me in the face.’ He thought I was joking. He said, ‘No, no, I can’t do that.’ I insisted, ‘I mean it. I’m not trying to be tough. You know what happened in the fight with Kerr and Fujita, and Benny's not going to cut away,’” Johnson explained. Safdie affirmed: “I’m not cutting away. I’m staying right there.” Johnson urged Hamamura: “Please, please hit me. We only have one shot at this. You know how to throw a punch. If you hit me here, you might break my jaw. If you hit me here, you could break my cheekbone. So please... we get one shot at this, so go for it.’” Hamamura obliged, leading to the expected painful outcome. The fight features prominently in the Smashing Machine trailer. “He rocked me so hard,” Johnson admitted. “It shows in the trailer, where I’m on my knees, dazed and unsteady. I was concussed and disoriented for days afterward. But we didn’t cut away, and I’m grateful for it because that fight was crucial for Mark and truly changed his life. “Benny wouldn’t allow us to fake it,” Johnson added. “If Mark got rocked, then I got rocked.” Safdie and stunt coordinator Greg Rementer carefully scripted every round and takedown, yet the pain was unavoidable. “There’s a respect for what these fighters endure. You can’t pretend that. You have to genuinely feel it,” Johnson stated. Safdie elaborated: “Dwayne had to learn to fight like Mark to make it believable. If viewers can tell that it’s not real, that takes them out of the experience.” The Smashing Machine is now in theaters, presented by A24.

The star of The Smashing Machine, Dwayne Johnson, along with writer-director Benny Safdie, made significant efforts to portray the story of UFC fighter Mark Kerr authentically, especially during the fight sequences. The film tells the story of Kerr, portrayed by Johnson, as he ascends in the ring while battling addiction outside of it to cope with profound pain. Emily Blunt plays his devoted girlfriend, Dawn, who also confronts her own challenges. There’s been speculation about an Oscar nomination for Johnson, who is typically recognized for action and franchise films. It’s important to note that he is the only candidate in this year's Best Actor race who, as he puts it, willingly allowed himself to be "concussed" for his craft. In our cover feature on The Smashing Machine, Johnson and Safdie shared that during the film's early development, Safdie proposed a daring concept: to always keep the cameras outside the ring and to refrain from quick cuts or editing techniques. “Benny and I were in a meeting when he said, ‘I have a suggestion. Tell me I’m crazy and I’ll never mention it again: I’d love to never cut away when you’re in the ring or cage,’” Johnson recounted to writer Joshua Encinias. “I replied, ‘I would love that. I will train hard and come in the best, and hopefully in decent shape,’” Johnson remembered. The most intense outcome of this approach resulted in a fight scene that recreates a notable brawl in Japan between Kerr and Kazuyuki Fujita, who is portrayed in the film by actor and MMA fighter Yoko Hamamura. Regarding taking a real hit from Yoko Hamamura for The Smashing Machine, Johnson specifically asked Hamamura not to hold back. “I pulled Yoko Hamamura aside and said, ‘Hey, you have to hit me in the face.’ He thought I was joking. He said, ‘No, no, I can’t do that.’ I insisted, ‘I mean it. I’m not trying to be tough. You know what happened in the fight with Kerr and Fujita, and Benny's not going to cut away,’” Johnson explained. Safdie affirmed: “I’m not cutting away. I’m staying right there.” Johnson urged Hamamura: “Please, please hit me. We only have one shot at this. You know how to throw a punch. If you hit me here, you might break my jaw. If you hit me here, you could break my cheekbone. So please... we get one shot at this, so go for it.’” Hamamura obliged, leading to the expected painful outcome. The fight features prominently in the Smashing Machine trailer. “He rocked me so hard,” Johnson admitted. “It shows in the trailer, where I’m on my knees, dazed and unsteady. I was concussed and disoriented for days afterward. But we didn’t cut away, and I’m grateful for it because that fight was crucial for Mark and truly changed his life. “Benny wouldn’t allow us to fake it,” Johnson added. “If Mark got rocked, then I got rocked.” Safdie and stunt coordinator Greg Rementer carefully scripted every round and takedown, yet the pain was unavoidable. “There’s a respect for what these fighters endure. You can’t pretend that. You have to genuinely feel it,” Johnson stated. Safdie elaborated: “Dwayne had to learn to fight like Mark to make it believable. If viewers can tell that it’s not real, that takes them out of the experience.” The Smashing Machine is now in theaters, presented by A24.

Casey Chong offers a curated list of essential missing person films inspired by real events. Feelings of grief, despair, and intense emotions can affect anyone, especially when confronting the col... Dwayne Johnson Reveals He Was 'Concussed' While Filming The Smashing Machine: 'He Hit Me So Hard'

Dwayne Johnson Reveals He Was 'Concussed' While Filming The Smashing Machine: 'He Hit Me So Hard'

Dwayne Johnson, the star of The Smashing Machine, along with writer-director Benny Safdie, made significant efforts to portray the story of UFC fighter Mark Kerr accurately — particularly in the Get an initial glimpse of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Godzilla crossover event.

Get an initial glimpse of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Godzilla crossover event.

Fresh from his confrontations with the Justice League and the Marvel Universe, Toho's King of the Monsters is gearing up to make his mark in another thrilling comic book crossover this November with the introduction of Teen… Preview of DC K.O. #1 Comic Book

Preview of DC K.O. #1 Comic Book

This week, DC Comics kicks off its newest major event with the debut of DC K.O. #1. You can view the official preview and cover gallery below… The Heart of Apokolips has altered Earth… Comic Book Sneak Peek – The Amazing Spider-Man: Torn #1

Comic Book Sneak Peek – The Amazing Spider-Man: Torn #1

Marvel Comics launches its new limited series The Amazing Spider-Man: Torn with the first issue hitting comic shops this Wednesday, and you can check out a sneak peek with the official preview… The IMAX poster for TRON: Ares showcases Jared Leto and Jeff Bridges.

The IMAX poster for TRON: Ares showcases Jared Leto and Jeff Bridges.

As TRON: Ares makes its way to theaters this week, Disney has unveiled a new IMAX poster for the third installment of the sci-fi franchise, featuring Jared Leto's A.I. program Ares along with the return... 4K Ultra HD Review – Spawn (1997)

4K Ultra HD Review – Spawn (1997)

Spawn, 1997. Directed by Mark A.Z. Dippé. Featuring Michael Jai White, John Leguizamo, Martin Sheen, Theresa Randle, Melinda Clarke, Miko Hughes, Nicol Williamson, and D.B. Sweeney. SUMMARY: A CIA operative... 8 Essential Cult Sci-Fi Films from 1985

8 Essential Cult Sci-Fi Films from 1985

Casey Chong examines eight pivotal cult sci-fi films from 1985. That year was significant for the iconic sci-fi film Back to the Future, which grossed more than $300 million in the U.S. alone. Comic Book Sneak Peek – Return to Planet Hulk #1

Comic Book Sneak Peek – Return to Planet Hulk #1

This week, Marvel Comics commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Planet Hulk saga with the launch of Return to Planet Hulk #1. Check out the official preview below for an exclusive sneak peek… ALL-NEW S…

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