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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

Recently, EoM Sr Interviewer @thethomasmanning.bsky.social sat down with Ben Leonberg to discuss the bootstrapped production of GOOD BOY with his wife/producing partner, Kari Fischer, as well as what it takes to make a movie with a dog who doesn’t know he’s in a movie. #GoodBoyFilm

A Conversation with “Good Boy” co-writer/director Ben Leonberg.

Good Boy, Ben Leonberg, interview, Independent Film Company, Shudder, horror, thriller, writing, directing, Thomas Manning, EoM Presents,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

The mockumentary in question via @theonion.com.

The Onion Investigates: Jeffrey Epstein

YouTube video by The Onion

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

On 10/2, @theonion.com released its short film mockumentary JEFFREY EPSTEIN: BAD PEDOPHILE in theaters for one-night only.

It's now up on YT to view and, when you're done viewing it, be sure to check out EoM Contributor @andrewjeisenman.bsky.social's spoiler-free review of it. #TheOnion

The Onion’s mockumentary short “Jeffery Epstein: Bad Pedophile” is courageously funny.

Jeffrey Epstein: Bad Pedophile, The Onion, Global Tetrahedron, Onion News Network Studios, documentary, comedy, mockumentary, history, satire, short film,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

Filmmaker Chandler Levack's new film, MILE END KICKS, had its world premiere during #TIFF 2025.

EoM Contributor @dubsreviews.bsky.social says Levack," ... continues to prove herself as a force to be reckoned with and whatever her third feature may be, we will certainly be seated for it." #TIFF50

Chandler Levack’s “Mile End Kicks” tangles with the struggles of early adulthood against the Montreal grunge scene of the 2010s. [TIFF]

Mile End Kicks, Chandler Levack, Barbie Ferreira, Devon Bostick, Stanley Simons, Juliette Gariépy, Jay Baruchel, music, romance, drama, XYZ Films, Elevation Pictures, Toronto International Film Festi...

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

From #TIFF50 - EoM Contributor @dubsreviews.bsky.social screened CHARLIE HARPER, the new feature from filmmakers Mac Eldridge and Tom Dean.

He calls it, “ … a volatile story that is bound to combust … .” #TIFF

Mac Eldridge and Tom Dean’s “Charlie Harper” is a volatile romance that hits like a truck. [TIFF]

Charlie Harper, Mac Eldridge, Tom Dean, Nick Robinson, Emilia Jones, romance, Temple Hill Entertainment, Picture Perfect Federation, Falco Ink, Toronto International Film Festival,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

If you’ve seen the 1997 live-action SPAWN, the notion that it would receive a 4K UHD edition, especially from @arrowvideo.bsky.social, would seem ludicrous.

Wondering if that’s true?

EoM Contributor @dubsreviews.bsky.social explores this edition to help prepare you. #ArrowVideo

Spawnie, Spawnie, he’s our man, if he can’t kill ’em, no one can – and he’s out on 4K UHD via Arrow Video.

Spawn, Mark A.Z. Dippé, Todd McFarlane, Michael Jai White, Martin Sheen, John Leguizamo, Theresa Randle, Arrow Video, MVD Entertainment Group, New Line Cinema, home video, 4K UHD,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

Just in time for October, Johannes Grezfurthner’s SOLVENT is out on VOD.

SOLVENT is a difficult watch, not for the violence the narrative inflicts on the characters, but for the ideas which assault the audience in the investigation.

I get into it in my spoiler-free review.

Johannes Grezfurthner’s latest body horror “Solvent” dissolves its cast and audience on several levels.

Solvent, Johannes Grenzfurthner, Ben Roberts, Jon Gries, Aleksandra Cwen, horror, drama, Monochrom

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

Steven Kostanski’s DEATHSTALKER is in theaters via @shoutstudios.bsky.social.

More than a fantasy adventure romp, more than Kostanski's brand of gore and mayhem, it’s a reminder that going back to basics is often even more satisfying than trying to bridge the uncanny valley. #Deathstalker

Make it weird, make it big, make it bloody – make it “Deathstalker.” [Fantastic Fest]

Deathstalker, Steven Kostanski, Daniel Bernhardt, Christina Orjalo, Paul Lazenby, Nicholas Rice, Patton Oswalt, Laurie Field, Matthew Ninaber, Nina Bergman, action, adventure, fantasy, Shout! Studios,...

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

Out of #FantasticFest 2025, I had the chance to screen Brian Martín’s LUGER.

Lean and mean, it’s a high-stakes game in which possession doesn’t determine ownership, where lives hang in the balance, and defining bravery comes into sharp relief. #Luger

Bruno Martín’s crime thriller “Luger” is a lean mean machine with bone-crushing action. [Fantastic Fest]

Luger, Bruno Martín, Santiago Taboada, David Sainz, Mario Mayo, Ramiro Alonso, Ana Turpin, Ángel Acero, action, thriller, comedy, La Dalia Films, Fantastic Fest, film festival,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

2018 Don Lee thriller, THE VILLAGERS, on streaming via @wellgousa.bsky.social.

More of a standard "newcomer teacher in over his head" thriller than Korean edition of THE SUBSTITUTE, #TheVillagers does possess some meaty ideas that'll keep you watching, regardless of enthusiasm. #WellGoUSA

Don Lee’s 2018 dramatic thriller “The Villagers” comes available on digital via Well Go USA.

The Villagers, Ordinary People, 동네사람들, Im Jin-soon, Don Lee, Kim Sae-ron, Lee Sang-yeob, Jin Sun-gyu, crime, thriller, Korea, Korean, Well Go USA, Little Big Pictures, CJ Entertainment, streaming,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

#TheBadGuys2 is out on home video and I'm surprised to report I dug it.

One wouldn’t expect a crime comedy caper that includes a third act space shuttle launch and space transversal by fart to impart important and timely notions, yet, the filmmakers manage to do it and stick the landing.

“The Bad Guys 2” delivers the goods in family entertainment and significant ponderings on legal system reform.

The Bad Guys 2, home release, 4K UHD, Pierre Perifel , JP Sans, DreamsWorks Animations, adventure, animation, Aaron Blabey,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

Tuesday, 10/14, MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE - THE FINAL RECKONING releases on physical formats.

Had the chance to explore the 4K UHD Blu-ray, so I offer my thoughts on the bonus features, the on-disc presentation, & the items the finale raises w/o addressing what came before. #MissionImpossible

“Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning” arrives on home video, bringing the sum of all choices to a quiet conclusion.

Mission: Impossible, The Final Reckoning, Paramount Pictures, home release, 4K UHD, Christopher McQuarrie, Tom Cruise, action, thriller,

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 7h

It's time for another EoM Review Round-up as we look back at all the theatrical, home release, and festival titles that got covered this week (and a few others that are coming available you may have forgotten about). #filmsky

a man in a brown jacket is reaching out with the words just look around below him

Alt: A gif from DOCTOR WHO in which a man (The Doctor) in a brown jacket is reaching out with the words "just look around" below him

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The Onion @theonion.com · 22h

Forget everything you already know about America's most notorious dead person.

Watch Jeffrey Epstein: Bad Pedophile today at 7 p.m. ET/6 p.m. CT.

Only at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjhSoGcQhWU.

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John Rogers @johnrogers.bsky.social · 1d

ME: Now Mom, just remember, there's a lot of disinformation and AI in your social feed and your friends' Facebook.
MOM: I know! My friend sent me this crazy post where someone used AI to make an image of a giant frog fighting Army troops!
ME: ... okay, no, that one's ... goddamit, Portland.

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GKIDS Films @gkids.com · 1d

A deal with the devil for a chance at glory.

KOKUHO, Japan's official selection for Best International Feature at the 98th Academy Awards.

Coming soon to theatres: brnw.ch/21wWtYj

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Ghoulian Singleton 🎃 @juliansingleton.bsky.social · 1d

Co-signed. Finding joy in dumb things gives us the fuel to survive fiery worlds and eventually put them out.

Ashley Lynch ✂️🎞️ @ashleylynch.bsky.social · 1d

Reminder:

The world is on fire.

It’s okay to find joy in dumb things.

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 1d

From #TIFF50 - EoM Contributor @dubsreviews.bsky.social screened CHARLIE HARPER, the new feature from filmmakers Mac Eldridge and Tom Dean.

He calls it, “ … a volatile story that is bound to combust … .” #TIFF #filmsky

Mac Eldridge and Tom Dean’s “Charlie Harper” is a volatile romance that hits like a truck. [TIFF]

Charlie Harper, Mac Eldridge, Tom Dean, Nick Robinson, Emilia Jones, romance, Temple Hill Entertainment, Picture Perfect Federation, Falco Ink, Toronto International Film Festival,

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Robert Daniels @812filmreviews.com · 1d

If you want to see Regina Hall at her absolute best, watch HONK FOR JESUS, SAVE HER SOUL. Her range is immense in it as the wife of a disgraced mega church preacher.

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Ibrahim Moustafa @ibrahimmoustafa.bsky.social · 1d

#Comics folks, I need you to pull up to this one.

The world sucks right now, and we have the opportunity to do a little bit of good for a displaced and marginalized member of our community. Please join me in supporting this KS campaign!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/den...

If you're somebody who values supporting marginalized voices in comics, here's your chance to put your money where your values are!

The writer of this RINGO NOM’D INDIE COMIC (and a very dear friend of mine) is a Syrian Refugee who has been through more continuous hardships than I have space to list here; constantly navigating visa applications, unstable living conditions, predatory landlords (limited options as a refugee).

Anas just wants to make comics and live a normal life like what so many of us take for granted. Backing this campaign will help Anas to take the next step toward freedom and autonomy, helping to fund a move to another country with more stable employment options. This is truly one of the most important comics purchases you will ever make.

Middle Eastern and North African comics creators are some of the most underrepresented in the comics industry of the western world. Anas isn’t running a GoFundMe to support this move, and is not asking for charity. Simply, Anas is using their talent for storytelling, along with Dennis’ gorgeous art, to offer you a beautiful experience in the comics medium, that also goes toward funding a better life for Anas.

I’m so proud of Anas, and humbled by their experiences and perseverance. I would like to see Anas’ Dream realized, and I’d love to see this community help to make that happen. Please join me in pledging to the Etheres Kickstarter campaign! (link below).

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Michelle Swope @redheadfrommars.bsky.social · 1d

Review coming soon for the Criterion Collection 4K UHD and Blu-ray Combo Edition of TWIN PEAKS: FIRE WALK WITH ME. 🎥 #filmsky #horrorsky #NowWatching #criterioncollection

Photo of the Criterion Collection 4K UHD & Blu-ray combo edition of the movie Twin Peaks: Fire Walk With Me

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Jennifer Hessler @jenmhessler.bsky.social · 2d

We're hiring at USC Cinematic Arts!

Non-tt, teaching faculty. Focused on teaching our famed Intro to Cinema class. Phd Req

This is a cool role w/a lot of influence for the whole cinema program at USC. I'd be applying if I weren't in a gig

Be my colleague!

usccareers.usc.edu/job/los-ange...

Open-rank Assistant, Associate Professor of the Practice of Cinema and Media Studies at USC

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Douglas Davidson @elmntsofmadness.bsky.social · 1d

SEVERAL.

And, in retrospect, they’ve been correct 99.9% of the time.

Olúfẹ́mi O. Táíwò @olufemiotaiwo.bsky.social · 1d

repost this if an editor has ever saved you from yourself

violent alien @blipstress.bsky.social · 1d

An actual hot take: Too many authors are afraid of editors watering down their voice or whatever and not afraid enough of editors letting you put any old slop on the page.

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C. Robert Cargill @crobertcargill.bsky.social · 1d

There’s an interview going around about AI, so before there are any questions, let me state unequivocally that BLACK PHONE 2 is 100% organic. AI was not used at any stage of the filmmaking from idea generation, research, look books, writing, onscreen images - anything. We’re old school and love it.

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derek guy @dieworkwear.bsky.social · 1d

“A second inflatable frog has now been spotted wiggling through Portland.”

Marco Rubio whispers into Donald Trump's ear.

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