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in NewsBox Office Report for the Week of December 12
One would think that a brand new Steven Spielberg movie would absolutely crush at the box office, and honestly, why shouldn’t it? After all, this is the same man that helmed huge movies such as Jaws, Jurassic Park, and E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial. But, surprisingly, his new feature film adaptation of West Side Story is struggling […] More
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Awards Radar Community: We Want Your ‘Red Rocket’ and ‘West Side Story’ Thoughts!
Yesterday, two very different films opened up in theaters. One is a potential wide release blockbuster, and a remake, to boot. The other is just in New York and Los Angeles, hoping to launch a platform release that defies the odds. Of course, I’m talking about the big in West Side Story and the small […] More
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Interview: Filmmaker Sean Baker Details How ‘Red Rocket’ Blasted Off
Sean Baker has thoroughly established himself as one of the more well regarded art house filmmakers out there. Along with his writing partner Chris Bergoch, they’ve been steadily building a following. Starlet and Tangerine built this credit, while The Florida Project really landed them in the Oscar race, scoring a nomination in Best Supporting Actor […] More
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Interview: Simon Rex Muses on the Opportunity That Is ‘Red Rocket’ and What the Future Holds
Simon Rex has earned his moment in the sun. The actor has paid his dues over the years, struggling for roles and not getting the respect he deserves. Now, thanks to Sean Baker, Chris Bergoch, and Red Rocket, everyone is finally recognizing him as a force of nature. The film is phenomenal, with his performance […] More
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Interview: Suzanna Son Discusses Her Stunning Breakout Role in ‘Red Rocket’
Suzanna Son is going to be a star. That much is just clear to see when you watch Red Rocket. As amazing as Simon Rex is, and he’s truly amazing, Son goes toe to toe with him in all of their scenes. That she isn’t getting quite the Oscar attention that he is, well, that’s […] More
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Hear Suzanna Son’s NSYNC Cover From Sean Baker’s ‘Red Rocket’
Sean Baker – the acclaimed filmmaker behind 2017’s The Florida Project – is back with a brand new smash hit film among critics titled Red Rocket. The film releases in just three days, but in case you can’t wait that long to get your taste of what’s to come, perhaps this newly released cover featured […] More
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Interview: Scribe Chris Bergoch Chats About the Words of ‘Red Rocket’
Full disclosure: I’m friendly with Chris Bergoch. Now, that shouldn’t mean anything, considering I’ve enjoyed his work with Sean Baker long before I even met him. However, in the interest of putting everything on Front Street, just know that we have spent some time hanging out at film festivals. Then again, when you listen to […] More
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Interview: Talking ‘Red Rocket’ with Bree Elrod
When you watch Red Rocket, it’s impossible to take your eyes off of Simon Rex, but that doesn’t mean the other cast members aren’t doing phenomenal work. This week, with the film about to open, I have interviews with all of the central cast to share with you all, hoping to shine a light on […] More
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in Op-ed
On the Radar… (December Edition)
Ho, ho, ho! Meeerrrrry Christmas! Or Happy Holidays, a phrase that was not invented by woke liberals in the last few years but something that people have been saying to each other since 1863. Now we’re really getting into the final push for the last-minute Oscar contenders. I personally can’t stand how many of these […] More
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Chris Bergoch, Diane Warren, and Some of 2021’s Best Movies: A Film Fest 919 Wrap-Up
As good as the movies are at Film Fest 919, the memories you make and the people you encounter are the true highlights. Over the course of my time, not just this year, but previously at the festival, the friendships generated are ones I believe will carry well beyond the one week a year confines […] More
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Sean Baker and Chris Bergoch Receive Award at Film Fest 919
Sean Baker and Chris Bergoch are going to be honored at North Carolina’s Film Fest 919! Read more here: More
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Cinema Down in Chapel Hill: Movies to Look Out For at Film Fest 919
You may not initially think of North Carolina as a hub for prestige cinema, but a festival is working hard to change that. Specifically, Film Fest 919 in Chapel Hill (where I’ll be this week). This fourth installment of the fest has a diverse lineup of 2021’s most eclectic fare, ranging from major Oscar hopefuls […] More
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