By Giacomo Selloni
The "coming of age" genre of American movies can vary wildly in terms of subject matter. There are the great teenage "coming-of-age" films (see: John Hughes)- which are more poignant than standard, individual teen angst stories dealing with topics such as "Why doesn't he like me?" or "How do I get rid of my acne and become more popular?" Yet other, far more dramatic "coming of age" films center on the evolution of the United States, none more movingly than those dealing with the abolitionist period of our nation's history. It was a proud time in our history; people of conviction stood up against an abhorrent societal norm in certain areas of the country. Some people went willingly and others were dragged kicking and screaming into a new age of tolerance and growth. Yes, I know, we're still not all growed-up yet but you notice that...
The "coming of age" genre of American movies can vary wildly in terms of subject matter. There are the great teenage "coming-of-age" films (see: John Hughes)- which are more poignant than standard, individual teen angst stories dealing with topics such as "Why doesn't he like me?" or "How do I get rid of my acne and become more popular?" Yet other, far more dramatic "coming of age" films center on the evolution of the United States, none more movingly than those dealing with the abolitionist period of our nation's history. It was a proud time in our history; people of conviction stood up against an abhorrent societal norm in certain areas of the country. Some people went willingly and others were dragged kicking and screaming into a new age of tolerance and growth. Yes, I know, we're still not all growed-up yet but you notice that...
- 3/4/2016
- by nospam@example.com (Cinema Retro)
- Cinemaretro.com
Rlj Entertainment debuts writer/director Thomas K. Phillips’ feature film debut "The North Star" on home video today, March 1, 2016. "The North Star" also premieres on Urban Movie Channel (Umc) this month. In the film, based on true events, former NFL linebacker Jeremiah Trotter stars as Big Ben Jones, alongside Thomas C. Bartley Jr. (who plays Moses Hopkins) as two slaves who escape from a Virginia plantation and make their way to freedom in Buckingham, Pennsylvania in 1849, where they are helped by local Quakers. In addition to Trotter and Bartley, cast members for "The...
- 3/1/2016
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
At a loss for what to watch this week? From new DVDs and Blu-rays, to what's new on Netflix, we've got you covered.
New on DVD and Blu-ray
"The Danish Girl"
Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander were both nominated for Oscars (and she won) for this inspiring drama, based on the real lives of artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. The film is out on Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand March 1, and the discs include the bonus feature "The Making of The Danish Girl," with the actors, director Tom Hooper, and others on the filmmaking team taking you through the creative process.
"Creed"
Yo, Adrian, Rocky is back on Blu-ray and DVD this week. Michael B. Jordan stars as Adonis Johnson, who never knew his famous father, Apollo Creed, but ends up training with Apollo's old opponent, Rocky Balboa. Stallone was nominated for an Oscar (again) for his performance, and...
New on DVD and Blu-ray
"The Danish Girl"
Eddie Redmayne and Alicia Vikander were both nominated for Oscars (and she won) for this inspiring drama, based on the real lives of artists Lili Elbe and Gerda Wegener. The film is out on Blu-ray, DVD, and On Demand March 1, and the discs include the bonus feature "The Making of The Danish Girl," with the actors, director Tom Hooper, and others on the filmmaking team taking you through the creative process.
"Creed"
Yo, Adrian, Rocky is back on Blu-ray and DVD this week. Michael B. Jordan stars as Adonis Johnson, who never knew his famous father, Apollo Creed, but ends up training with Apollo's old opponent, Rocky Balboa. Stallone was nominated for an Oscar (again) for his performance, and...
- 2/29/2016
- by Gina Carbone
- Moviefone
Rlj Entertainment's Urban Movie Channel (Umc) kicks off Black History Month with the premiere of the Underground Railroad drama, "The North Star," on February 5, 2016. Based on true events, the film chronicles the perilous journey of two slaves, Benjamin "Big Ben" Jones (played by former Philadelphia Eagles' Jeremiah Trotter) and Moses Hopkins (Thomas C. Bartley, Jr.), who escaped from a Virginia plantation and made their way to freedom in Buckingham, Pennsylvania in 1849. A directorial debut by Thomas K Philips, the feature film also stars Lynn Whitfield, Clifton Powell, and Keith David. On February 19, Umc will premiere "Becoming Barack: Evolution of a...
- 2/5/2016
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
Rlj Entertainment will debut writer/director Thomas K. Phillips’ feature film debut "The North Star" on March 1, 2016. "The North Star" will also premiere on Urban Movie Channel (Umc) in February for Black History Month. In the film, based on true events, former NFL linebacker Jeremiah Trotter stars as Big Ben Jones, alongside Thomas C. Bartley Jr. (who plays Moses Hopkins) as two slaves who escape from a Virginia plantation and make their way to freedom in Buckingham, Pennsylvania in 1849, where they are helped by local Quakers. In addition to Trotter and Bartley, cast members...
- 1/12/2016
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
Read More: Rlj Entertainment Acquires Nicolas Cage Thriller 'Pay the Ghost' Rlj Entertainment has acquired "The North Star" for release in 2016 on the Urban Movie Channel following a limited theatrical run this September. The official synopsis reads: "'The North Star' is the story of Benjamin 'Big Ben' Jones (Jeremiah Trotter) and Moses Hopkins (Thomas C. Bartley Jr.), two slaves who escaped from a Virginia plantation and made their way to freedom in Buckingham, Pennsylvania in 1849. 'The North Star' tells an uplifting and inspiring story of people from different races and backgrounds coming together to triumph over slavery." Director Thomas K. Philips notes, "My wish is that [the film] will resonate positively with its audience and show the good of humanity at such a dark time in American history. One of my goals is to shed light on the thousands of courageous individuals...
- 8/26/2015
- by Jessica Cariaga
- Indiewire
Rlj Entertainment has acquired all North American rights (for 2016 release), excluding theatrical, for writer/director Thomas K. Phillips’ feature film debut "The North Star." Meanwhile, the production company, LuckPig Studios, will release the film in theaters in September 2015, beginning its run in Philadelphia, where the movie was filmed. In the film, based on true events, former NFL linebacker Jeremiah Trotter stars as Big Ben Jones, alongside Thomas C. Bartley Jr. (who plays Moses Hopkins) as two slaves who escape from a Virginia plantation and make their way to...
- 8/25/2015
- by Tambay A. Obenson
- ShadowAndAct
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