Simon Pegg introducing Star Trek Beyond
©2016 Anselmo Sinclair Ortiz
Se Fija!’s Angela Ortíz and Anselmo Ortiz at the Star Trek Beyond screening
©2016 Angela María Ortíz S.
Simon Pegg and Star Trek Beyond
The Infiltrator is a Breaking Good Crime Thriller
Bryan Cranston and Luis Lecca (Nuke the Fridge)
©2016 Angela María Ortíz S.
Here’s a film that should be seen by all, because it’s sooo good. I found the story compelling with some fantastic acting. Below is the film synopsis.
The Infiltrator is based on a true story, Federal agent Robert “Bob” Mazur (Bryan Cranston) goes deep undercover to infiltrate Pablo Escobar’s drug trafficking scene plaguing the nation in 1986 by posing as slick, money-laundering businessman Bob Musella. Teamed with impulsive and streetwise fellow agent Emir Abreu (John Leguizamo) and rookie agent posing as his fiancé Kathy Ertz (Diane Kruger), Mazur befriends Escobar’s top lieutenant Roberto Alcaino (Benjamin Bratt). Navigating a vicious criminal network in which the slightest slip-up could cost him his life.
With so much at stake, Mazur risks it all building a case that leads to indictments of 85 drug lords and the corrupt bankers who cleaned their dirty money, along with the collapse of the Bank of Credit and Commerce International, one of the largest money-laundering banks in the world.
Benjamin Bratt and Luis Lecca (Nuke the Fridge)
©2016 Angela María Ortíz S.
We got to talk to Cranston about his role in the film and I really enjoyed listening to Cranston’s stories and we had a great conversation with Bratt on his filmmaking passion.
We even talked to director Brad Furman and writer Ellen Brown Furman, who is his mom. And we also spoke to the “REAL” Robert Mazur.
The film also stars Yul Vázquez, Amy Ryan, and Joseph Gilgun.
Benjamin Bratt
Furman, Furman & Mazur
Bryan Cranston
Broad Green Pictures The Infiltrator is in theaters July 13.
— A.O.
Win a Copy of The Divergent Series: Allegiant on Bluray 4K 3D
We have three copies to giveaway, the Blu-Ray™ Combo Pack, DVD available July 12 and Digital HD is available now.
Would you like to win a copy? Then just click here to send us an e-mail with your name and address.
We’ll draw the winners at 12N (PT) on Monday, JULY 11.
A Fun Giveaway: The Secret Life Of Pets Prize Pack!
The Secret Life Of Pets is in theaters on Friday, July 8 and we are giving away these fun goodies: a T-shirt, big headed plush, vinyl Toy and a keychain!
Would you like to win? Then just click here to send us an e-mail with your name and address by 3P (PT) on Thursday, JULY 7.
We’ll draw the winner later that evening.
The Secret Life Of Pets
Starring the voice talents of Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart, Jenny Slate, Ellie Kemper, Lake Bell, Dana Carvey, Hannibal Buress, Bobby Moynihan, Steve Coogan, and Albert Brooks.
Saray Deiseill and Entanglement: Following Her Own Path
Saray Deiseill and Michelle Lukes
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We know Saray Deiseill from her wonderful documentary, American DREAMers, which she co-directed with writer Jenniffer Castillo. Now she has another project she believes in, a web series called Entanglement. It is about relationships, and it sounds really smart.
Saray Deiseil has worked on various scripted television comedies and dramas for about ten years, providing her with extensive knowledge and experience in all stages of production and post-production. On this project, she’s not only directing, she’s writing. The following is a synopsis of the web-series:
Set in a fast paced world where millions of helpless single Angelenos turn to online dating apps and blind date setups to find their perfect match, we meet BEN and EVIE. Both are approaching their mid-thirties, in a love crisis, and cosmically entangled.
Valery Ortiz and Michelle Lukes
Deiseill told us she has surrounded herself with an “incredible group of female writers for this project, such as Jasheika James and Janeika James (Revenge, Empire), Gladys Rodriguez (Sons of Anarchy, Star), Kate Sargeant Curtis (CSI: Cyber, NCIS: New Orleans) and her producing partner, Jenniffer Castillo (Black Sails) to name a few. Also, I want this opportunity to embrace diversity fully by casting ethnically diverse actors.” Entanglement stars Michelle Lukes (Chinese Brit) from Cinemax’s Strike Back, Johan Luis (Puerto Rican/Persian) and Valery Ortiz (Puerto Rican) from VHI’s hit The Floor.
The best part for me was spending a little time talking with Saray and her lead actress, Michelle Lukes (Evie) about making the pilot and raising the money to do it, among other subjects.
Deiseill & Lukes
Here’s a little about Lukes: she’s best known for playing series regular Sgt. Julia Richmond in the HBO/Sky production Strike Back, Lisa Torres in the BBC drama Doctors, and her voice and image were recently used for the upcoming Halo 5: Guardians, where she plays the much-loved role of Kelly.
If you want to be part of this adventure, follow them on Facebook and check out their INDIEGoGo campaign. — A.O.
Ghostbusters This Summer, They’re Here to Save the World!
Ghostbusters makes its long-awaited return, rebooted with a cast of hilarious new characters. Thirty years after the beloved original franchise took the world by storm, director Paul Feig brings his fresh take to the supernatural comedy, joined by some of the funniest actors working today; Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Wiig, Kate McKinnon, Leslie Jones, and Chris Hemsworth.
Ghostbusters in theaters on July 15.
Disney and Spielberg Brings Us The BFG
Angela Ortíz having fun at The BFG press junket
The big summer holiday weekend is upon us and the studios are releasing everything and the kitchen sink to draw us into the theaters. With Tarzan, the newest Purge, Election Year and a new family film, Disney’s The BFG, directed by Steven Spielberg. Which is very fitting on the celebration of Roald Dahl’s 100-year birthday.
Penelope Wilson
Mark Rylance
Spielberg & Barnhill
We got to sit in and chat with director Spielberg and the stars of The BFG, Mark Rylance, Penelope Wilson, and Ruby Barnhill. And during the question and answers, Spielberg made our friend Louis Lecca of Nuke the Fridge day. So, listen in and find out what happened. They are some GREAT interviews.
Tarzan and The Purge 3 Opens!
The Legend of Tarzan
I’ve always been a fan of Tarzan movies and now we have a new one, Warner Bros’ new version of The Legend of Tarzan.
The things that this Tarzan has going for it is, Margot Robbie as Jane. She’s a Jane to champion. And the film is virtually beautiful; it makes you want to visit the Congo.
The actual storyline is weak; there are a few wholes here and there. But for me, the action made up for it.
The film, directed by David Yates (Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2), stars Alexander Skarsgård, Samuel L. Jackson, Christoph Waltz, John Hurt, Djimon Hounsou, and Jim Broadbent.
The Legend of Tarzan in theaters on July 1. — A.O.
The Purge: Election Year
The Purge franchise is back, with “Election Year,” and this follow up is wilder than previous ones. And even though it wasn’t planned, it’s interesting since we are in a crazy election year. Plus this one has more humor than I expected…but just as scary.
It’s been two years since Leo Barnes (Frank Grillo) stopped himself from a regrettable act of revenge on Purge Night. Now serving as head of security for Senator Charlie Roan (Elizabeth Mitchell), his mission is to protect her in a run for president and survive the annual ritual that targets the poor and innocent.
Other cast members include JJ Soria, Mykelti Williamson, Edwin Hodge, Betty Gabriel, Liza Colón-Zayas, and directed by James DeMonaco.
The Purge: Election Year in theaters on July 1. — A.O.
Trolls Hits Theaters Everywhere on November 4!
From the creators of Shrek comes the most smart, funny, irreverent animated comedy of the year, DreamWorks’ Trolls.
The synopsis: stars Anna Kendrick as Poppy, the optimistic leader of the Trolls, and her polar opposite, Branch, played by Justin Timberlake. Together, this unlikely pair of Trolls must embark on an adventure that takes them far beyond the only world they’ve ever known.
The film stars the voice talent of Russell Brand, James Corden, Kunal Nayyar, Ron Funches, Icona Pop, Gwen Stefani and many more. And it features original music from Justin Timberlake.
The film hits theaters everywhere on November 4.
HULU’s Difficult People is BACK!
For fans of Difficult People, the series second season premieres on Tuesday, July 12 with two episodes. Then streaming weekly until Tuesday, September 6 with the season finale. So you have 10 episodes to enjoy.
Cast: Julie Klausner, Billy Eichner, Andrea Martin, James Urbaniak, Gabourey Sidibe, and Cole Escola. Guest Stars: Tina Fey, Nathan Lane, Julianne Moore, Debbie Harry, Amy Sedaris, Joel McHale, Megan Hilty, John Mulaney, Real Housewives of New York’s Luann de Lesseps and Sonja Morgan, Sandra Bernhard, Mark Consuelos, Fred Armisen, Method Man, and many others.
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Blu-ray and DVD Releases
FRIENDS: The Complete Series in 4K Ultra HD for the first time on September 24.
This ultimate collector’s set features ALL 10 seasons from one of television’s most popular sitcoms completely remastered–plus all new bonus content!
Pre-order your copy now.
From Warner Bros. Television, FRIENDS follows the lives and loves of a close-knit group of friends living in New York City: siblings Ross (David Schwimmer) and Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), along with friends Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) and Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston).
FRIENDS marks its 30th anniversary this year, the beloved TV series continues to hold an enduring place in popular culture and hearts worldwide.
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True Detective: Night Country new season is on Digital now. It will be available on Blu-ray™ and DVD July 9, with bonus features. You can purchase online and in-store at major retailers. Pre-order your copy now.
True Detective: Night Country is available now to purchase Digitally from Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV, Google Play, Vudu and more.
Set in Alaska, True Detective: Night Country follows detectives Liz Danvers (Jodie Foster) and Evangeline Navarro (Kali Reis), as they investigate the disappearance of eight scientists. When the long winter night falls in Ennis, Alaska, the eight men who operate the Tsalal Arctic Research Station vanish without a trace. To solve the case, detectives Danvers and Navarro will have to confront the darkness they carry in themselves, and dig into the haunted truths that lie buried under the eternal ice.
In addition, the season also stars John Hawkes, Christopher Eccleston, Fiona Shaw, Finn Bennett, Anna Lambe, Aka Niviâna, Isabella Star Lablanc, and Joel D. Montgrand.
Issa López is the showrunner, writer, director, and executive producer.
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