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Tyler and David discuss the career of the late Michael Madsen as well as Len Wiseman's Ballerina.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's DIE HARD in D.C! It's a big one this week as we're finally discussing the fourth film in the DIE HARD franchise: LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (aka DIE HARD 4.0)!After a group of elite hackers led by former government cyber-security expert Thomas Gabriel (Timothy Olyphant) initiate a massive cyber-attack on critical US infrastructure, grizzled NYPD detective John McClane (Bruce Willis) is dragged into the fray when he is asked to facilitate the routine transfer of a skilled young hacker named Matt Farrell (Justin Long), whom the villains now want dead. The mismatched due of McClane and Matt are then forced to work together to escape the hired killers who are after them and resolve the wider crisis, but when Gabriel learns of McClane's involvement, he seeks to turn tables by targeting McClane's emotionally estranged daughter Lucy (Mary Elizabeth Winstead) and using her as a pawn in his masterplan…thus forcing McClane to dig deep in order to save both the country and his daughter. The guys discuss the film's complicated legacy, its tortured development history, and the inherent challenges of making a fourth film in any series. They each give their thoughts about what works, what doesn't and whether or not this robust political action-thriller still feels like a DIE HARD film or not. John McClane 4.0 is also put under the microscope, along with the film's supporting cast, and the work of the director Len Wiseman. As always the show culminates with the Die Hard Oscars and the ever-popular Double Jeopardy Trivia Quiz…but stay tuned for a special announcement at the very end of this episode!TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vOwS1yzIU4kAt the time of release, LIVE FREE OR DIE HARD (aka DIE HARD 4.0) is streaming on Tubi and YouTube TV and is available to rent or buy on Apple TV/iTunes, Fandango and all the usual platforms! It is also available on physical media!Click here to subscribe to our Patreon feed 48 HOURS OF BUDDY MOVIES!www.patreon.com/48hoursofbuddymoviesPre-order NO ESCAPE on 4K (featuring our commentary track) here:https://shop.umbrellaent.com.au/products/no-escape-1994-4k-blu-ray?srsltid=AfmBOoqnRCaCPMg02WCWvNPTkK_8_fwYeelYFr90HpRlEuQQZ0025adT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the, cough, 'underwhelming' A Good Day To Die Hard in 2013, the assumption was that the Die Hard saga had run aground. But for a while, that wasn't the case, and by 2015, there was a plan hatched for one final movie in the series. Bruce Willis was set to return as John McClane, Len Wiseman - after Die Hard 4.0 - was coming back to direct. And this time, we were going to be told the origin story of John McClane too. The film was active for nearly half a decade. And this is the story of the Die Hard that never was. Plus, a small update too on the Film Stories podcast... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Not A Bomb! —the podcast where we resurrect cinema's most infamous box office disasters and ask the burning question: was it really that bad? We're celebrating five years of cinematic redemption.The “celebration” of 2025's biggest cinematic misfires rolls on, and this week, Troy and Brad pirouette into the bullet-riddled ballet that is Ballerina. Set in the ever-expanding World of John Wick, this spin-off tries desperately to remind you that, yes, the John Wick franchise is still very cool, very successful, and very much alive—even if this particular entry feels like it's limping to the finish line in high heels.Ballerina stars Ana de Armas as Eve, a vengeance-fueled assassin with a tragic backstory and a penchant for pirouettes and pistol-whipping. The film's marketing promised a sleek, stylish detour into Wick's world, but what audiences got was a muddled mix of lore-dumping, recycled set pieces, and storytelling that felt like it was choreographed by committee.Troy and Brad dive deep into the film's long and winding production history, including the last-minute call to bring in franchise godfather Chad Stahelski to punch up the action. Is Ballerina a misunderstood gem or just a misstep in an otherwise bulletproof franchise? Tune in as they dissect the good, the bad, and the ballet of it all—and decide whether Ballerina deserves a second dance or a swift exit stage left.From the world of John Wick: Ballerina is directed by Len Wiseman and stars Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Lance Reddick, Norman Reedus, Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves.To celebrate the last 25 years of film, the Not A Bomb podcast is compiling a Top 25 list from the Not A Bomb community. If you would like to submit your own list, please use this form to enter your 25 choices. For a film to be eligible, it must have been released between January 1, 2000, and December 31, 2025. Those are the only rules. Hurry, this is the last week to submit your list! Thank you for being a part of the community! Stay tuned for a special episode revealing the results in December. Head over to Not A Bomb 25 in 25 to fill out the form!Want to help support the show? Head over to the Not A Bomb Tee Public store and check our merchandise. Special thanks to Ted Blair for the amazing designs!We're committed to hearing your feedback and suggestions. If there's a cinematic flop you'd like us to delve into, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. Your reviews and feedback are what drive us. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify.Cast: Brad, Troy

Good evening and welcome to the second chapter of Apocalypse Video's Vamptober Spooktacular, Live from Lestat's Bar and Grill. Our podcast tonight celebrates the 2003 Len Wiseman matrix/vampire mashup: Underworld. I'm joined this evening by my fellow cinephiles and blood suckers Mike, Jackie, and special guest: Cody. Topics of discussion in this episode include the vampire orgy that refuses to get going; we dive into the lengthy legal troubles of Underworld; and finally, we toast Bill Nighy, the boomer vampire that holds this movie up on his shoulders. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also Like Us on Facebook, or shoot us an email at apocalypsevideopod@gmail.com That will do it for Act II of Apocalypse Video's Vamptober Spooktacular. When we return, we'll leave behind the rainy skies of Budapest and enter the snowy world of Swedish horror with…Let the Right One In.

I bid you welcome to this year's Apocalypse Video Shocktober Spooktacular. I am Dave, and I am one of the undead…a vampire. I was a middle aged man of thirty eight when I was turned by one of my employees, a large headed, bespectacled predator in the night named Ryan. In the year that followed, I would spend my nights feasting on the rodents and mutated deer that roamed in the darkness. I thought I would go mad without ever tasting of Taco Bell again, but overtime, I grew to love the warm blood of two headed rats and capri sun blood packs. I eventually made some friends in the dark alleys of Bartertown; friends who shared my particular ailment of needing to feast on human blood. They took me in and made me a member of the poetry slam and fan-fic society at the local bar and grill. Our podcast tonight takes place at that very establishment, Lestat's Bar and Grill, during a very special month-long promotion, called Vamptober. Tonight's feature: a screening of the 1994 Anne Rice classic…Interview with the Vampire. I'm joined this evening by my fellow cinephiles and blood suckers Mike, Ryan, Jackie, and special guest: Janna. Topics of discussion in this episode include the era of peak bad movie accents; Oprah tries to save our souls by walking out of a press screening; and finally, we play Marry, F@*K, Kill with Louis, Lestat, and Armand. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. You can also Like Us on Facebook, or shoot us an email at apocalypsevideopod@gmail.com That will do it for the first act of Apocalypse Video's newly christened "Vamptober Spooktacular". When we return, we'll suit up in our tight fitting leather outfits and brandish our dual pistols as we descend into 2003's Len Wiseman vampire-matrix mashup: Underworld. Note: Unfortunately, our episode on Super Xuxa vs Satan will be postponed until November due to events beyond our control (or, more specifically, one of the store's staff fumbling the audio of said episode and absconding to a foreign country with the episode masters. This employee, who will remain unnamed - it rhymes with Schmike - has been punished severely.

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Soju from the Straight Chilling Podcast joins Caitlin to discuss 2003's Underworld, an underrated gem of vampire cinema. We talk about the excellent worldbuilding, the thoughtful themes, and the sexy, cool styling. We are Underworld vamps, through and through. Tangents include all things vampire: Halloween vampire movies, dealing with the boredom and isolation of eternity, a vampire FMK, vampire thirst, and the Underworld sequels. Also cryptids.

In episode 18 of (Pop) Cultural Marxism, Isi and Ajay spend some time with a handful of big news items at the intersection of politics and media—from the Skydance-Paramount merger (and other instances of media market concentration) and its implications for American newsmedia (and its potential new gatekeepers); to Charlie Kirk's assassination, its aftermath, its mediations with mass cultural objects (like alleged HellDivers II bullet etchings or Nepalese protestors with One Piece flags); the culture industry's failure to perform even its therapeutic function; and the growing exclusivity of once-accessible arts venues and performance spaces! A wide ranging discussion of summer media diets follows, beginning with Isi's recent love affair with the Western genre. The two discuss their shared fondness for Sergio Leone and Ennio Morricone's many collaborations and the unmatched brilliance of HBO's Deadwood. Turning to the world of gaming, Ajay considers tragic endings (Expedition 33, the Death Stranding franchise), slow gaming (Herdling), and the relationship between gaming and choreography (Split Fiction). Also under consideration: what Joe Wright's miniseries, Mussolini: Son of the Century, gets right about the fascist imaginary; what Len Wiseman's Ballerina gets wrong about the appeal of John Wick; and what Foundation and The Sandman suggest about the challenges of adaptation and the culture industry's recent predilection for a 21st century spin on classical tragedy. Along the way, they return repeatedly to a longstanding PCM preoccupation with medium-specificity as well as the general bleakness seeping into the cultural reflections of this historical moment.   (Pop) Cultural Marxism is produced by Ryan Lentini. Learn more about upcoming courses on our website. Follow Brooklyn Institute for Social Research on Twitter / Facebook / Instagram / Bluesky.  

This week, we review Underworld (2003), Len Wiseman's sleek, gothic action-horror hybrid that dives into the centuries-old war between vampires and werewolves. Kate Beckinsale stars as Selene, a stoic vampire warrior caught in a web of bloodlines, betrayal, and forbidden love. With its moody visuals, leather-clad aesthetics, and Matrix-inspired gun-fu, this cult favorite explores themes of loyalty, identity, and the blurred lines between predator and prey.Is eternal war a curse of the undead, or just bad communication with fangs? Listen on to find out!Movie 14089 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Émission du 11 juin 2025 (00:00) - Le générique d'ouverture(01:04) - Le sommaire(02:57) - News Dans cette 37ème émission de l'année : (12:10) - "Ballerina" de Len Wiseman(32:04) - "Cloud" de Kiyoshi Kurosawa(44:25) - "Le Répondeur" de Fabienne Godet(54:43) - L'interview : Fabienne Godet, réalisatrice de "Le Répondeur"(1:22:24) - "Bop To The Top !" (1:23:17) - Quiz "Le mensonge au cinéma" (1:40:12) - Les Recos de l'équipe (1:42:24) - Le générique de fin Nos recos de la semaine ⤵️La "Boiler Room" de Kaytranada : • Kaytranada | Boiler Room: MontrealLa démo du jeu vidéo "Jump Ship" de Keepsake Games : https://store.steampowered.com/app/28...Le braquage du Diamond Casino dans "GTA V Online" : https://store.steampowered.com/app/32...La série "The Rehearsal" de Nathan Fielder : https://play.max.com/show/609d8b4c-f0... Retrouvez The Cinema Show sur ⤵️Facebook : / rcmcinemashowInstagram : / thecinemashow_rcmTwitter : / thecinemashow1

An immortal battle for supremacy. A centuries-old war between vampires and werewolves escalates when a mysterious outsider becomes the key to a powerful transformation, and one soldier uncovers a truth that could end their eternal conflict. Next up for Action August is the oh-so-2003 UNDERWORLD. Also this week: Guessing the plots of the XXX movies, "late summer vibes", and Lance recommends a great lozenge. All this--and a whole lot more--on this week's episode of NEON BRAINIACS! "What's... this... ruckus?" ----- Check out our Patreon for tons of bonus content, exclusive goodies, and access to our Discord server! ----- Underworld (2003) Directed by Len Wiseman Written by Kevin Grevioux, Len Wiseman, & Danny McBride Starring Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Michael Sheen, and Bill Nighy ----- 00:00 - Intro & Opening Banter 31:30 - "The Shpiel" 56:07 - Film Breakdown 01:49:25 - Stump The Brainiacs & Outro

Cinematographer Romain Lacourbas returns to Below the Line to talk about crafting Ballerina, the latest stylish installment in the John Wick universe. This week on Below the Line, Skid is joined by Cinematographer Romain Lacourbas to discuss his visual approach to Ballerina, from the film's sweeping Prague exteriors to its tightly choreographed fight scenes. Romain breaks down his collaboration with Director Len Wiseman, the decision to shoot single-camera action, and the creative problem-solving behind some of the film's most explosive moments. We cover: Building trust with Len Wiseman — and how the director's homemade pre-vis videos helped shape their collaboration Adapting the look of John Wick to a new city — with its own palette and texture Leveraging Alexa 35 cameras and Hawk Class-X anamorphic lenses to add volume and texture — a deliberate choice to highlight Philip Ivey's distinctive production design Planning and executing long-take action — including that grenade-filled basement sequence Why most stunt scenes were shot with a single camera — and how that impacted timing, blocking, and performance Leaning into practical effects, from real explosions to blood rigs and rain-slicked streets Capturing Hallstatt's natural beauty — even on a tight shooting schedule  Romain also reflects on the freedom he had as a DP, his continued partnership with Camera Operator James Frater, and how working with a detail-driven director made the difference.

Po dwóch latach przerwy, które minęły od premiery czwartej odsłony Johna Wicka oraz serialu „Continental”, który był pierwszym elementem rozbudowy świata zabójców, na ekranach kinowych zagościła „Ballerina”. Film przeszedł długą drogę produkcyjną i wielu zastanawiało się zapewne, czy okaże się on trampoliną dla całego uniwersum, czy może raczej pierwszym gwoździem do jego trumny. W wirtualnym studio spotkali się Jerry oraz Sev z Ziemniaczanego Pola, którzy o tym tytule Wam opowiedzą. Jak w głównej roli poradziła sobie Ana de Armas? Na ile sprawnie Len Wiseman i spółka rozwijają ten świat? Jak oceniamy gościnny występ Johna Wicka? I w końcu, czy „Ballerina” dostarcza solidną porcję kinowej akcji? O tym wszystkim i wielu innych kwestiach posłuchacie w dzisiejszym podcaście.

348 Ballerina (2025, Dir. Len Wiseman, Starring: Ana de Armas, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Keanu Reeves) Bring Her Back (2025, Dir. Danny & Michael Philippoum, Starring: Sally Hawkins, Billy Barratt, Sara Wong) Friendship (2024/2025, Dir.... The post Extra Features 348 appeared first on Extra Features.

Retake, assurément le podcast le moins régulier de tous les internet. Mais c'est l'été, on s'est remotivé à sortir les micros et on est allé voir ce que le cinéma avait de plus spectaculaire à nous proposer pour la saison estivale. Cet épisode est donc celui des blockbusters de l'été 2025 pour lequel on a fait le choix arbitraire de ne choisir que quatre films : Dans l'univers de John Wick : Ballerina de Len Wiseman (sorti le 4 juin 2025)28 ans plus tard de Danny Boyle (sorti le 18 juin 2025) F1® Le Film de Joseph Kosinski (sorti le 25 juin 2025)Jurassic World : Renaissance de Gareth Edwards (sorti le 4 juillet 2025)Quatre films à grand spectacle capables de fédérer des publics nombreux et dont on va essayer de discuter l'aspect qualitatif ici. Pas sûr que Nathan et Kev soient d'accord sur tout. Promis ON NE SPOILE PAS ! Vous pouvez y aller sans crainte. En fin d'épisode, on parle de Valeur Sentimentale de Joachim Trier et de l'arrivée sur Disney + de la saison 4 de The Bear, la toujours excellente dramédie culinaire portée par Jeremy Allen White.Bonne écoute ! CRÉDITS :Retake est un podcast animé par Kevet Nathan.Montage effectué par Kev.Logo crée par Barthélémy Fourtet.Générique : © Le Cinéma - Claude Nougaro / © Caravan - Duke Ellington et Juan Tizol Extraits bande-annonce : - BALLERINA - Bande-annonce VOST © Metropolitan Films- 28 Ans Plus Tard - Bande-annonce VOSTFR © SonyPicturesFr- F1 | Bande-annonce officielle (VOST) | Brad Pitt, Javier Bardem, Joseph Kosinski, Kerry Condon © Warner Bros. France- Jurassic World : Renaissance - Bande Annonce Officielle - VOST - Au cinéma le 4 Juillet 2025 © Universal Pictures France Extrait musical de clôture :  - Let's go surfing - The Drums ℗ 2009 Downtown Records, Under exclusive licence to Universal Island Records Ltd. A Universal Music Company Date d'enregistrement : 10/07/2025Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Jeff is on vacation this week, so it's up to Derek and Amir to pull off the rare double feature episode. In a week of dueling popcorn blockbusters, which crowdpleaser — John Wick spinoff Ballerina or racing drama F1 — will reign supreme? We talk Ana De Armas, Brad Pitt, and the highs and lows of both movies.

Offenbar entsteht gerade so etwas wie ein „John Wick Cinematic Universe“ (JWCU), in der Auftragskiller komplexen Regeln unterliegen. Das ganze mit einer kleinen Portion Steampunk und einer winzigen Prise Märchen. Dazu ein starkes Ensemble hervorragender Nebendarsteller – zum Beispiel Ian McShane und der leider schon verstorbene Lance Reddick. Da passt Ana de Armas sehr gut hinein, die hier weitermacht, wo sie bei James Bond (NO TIME TO DIE) aufgehört hat. Die Geschichte ist nicht weiter von Bedeutung – es geht wieder einmal um Rache. Aber die zwei Stunden sind wie ein Showdown mit immer wechselnden Schauplätzen, Gegnern und Waffen inszeniert. Und da sind schon ein paar neue Ideen und Überraschungen dabei – der Einfallsreichtum (die Schlittschuhe!) und die Dichte und das Tempo der Kampfszenen und Schusswechsel sorgen dafür, dass BALLERINA ein sehr würdiger Beitrag zum JWCU ist. Zugegeben: Man muss schon ein Herz für das Genre haben, aber dann wird man auch mit ein paar Minuten Keanu Reeves belohnt. Mit dem ersten Eindruck direkt nach dem Kino am Mikrofon: Christoph und Thomas.Unsere Podcastepisoden zuJohn WickJohn Wick Kapitel 2John Wick Kapitel 3 ParabellumJohn Wick Kapitel 4

Episode 424: The Crew's got their ice skates and samurai swords at the ready while watching Len Wiseman's From the World of John Wick: Ballerina. In this John Wick spinoff, Ana de Armas kicks so much butt, but this script is bad. She deserves a better movie to showcase her rizz and badass training. The Crew discusses… If you like our music intro, head over to Soundcloud and hear more amazing music from aquariusweapon. Aquariusweapon can also be found on YouTube. Contact: moviecrewpod@gmail.com

Hot Date is shaking things up again by choosing a recent date and a movie hot from theaters to discuss.  Dipping into the John Wick universe, Dan and Vicky discuss Ballerina, the next film in the Keanu Reeves lead action franchise.  Wick takes a back seat to Eve Macarro, played by Knives Out and Blonde star Ana de Armas.  Eve is on a mission to avenge the murder of her father - a journey that takes her from the Continental Hotel to snowy Austria.  Her co-stars include Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Anjelica Huston, Lance Riddick, Norman Reedus, Ian McShane and Keanu Reeves.  Your hosts also discuss their recently seen including Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning, Karate Kid Legends, Bring Her Back, Conclave, Final Destination: Bloodlines, and the Hell House series! Also hear about the love Hot Date gets from ChatGPT and your hosts try to figure out who Morgan Wallen is! Our socials:  hotdatepod.com FB:  Hot Date Podcast Twitter: @HotDate726 Insta:  hotdatepod

Mark finally managed to catch this one (still in theaters), and now he gets to talk about it with Ryan.Buckle up as the guys re-enter The World of John Wick for BALLERINA125 minutes, Rated RDirected by: Len WisemanWritten by: Shay HattenSynopsis:Taking place during the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum, the film follows Eve Macarro (Ana de Armas) who is beginning her training in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma.Can Ana de Armas fill the shoes of Keanu Reeves in this action spin-off, or will she just pirouette into oblivion?~~~~~You can read more reviews and opinions on our website: https://VSMoviePodcast.com. Please LIKE, SHARE, and FOLLOW us on:Facebook (@vsmoviepodcast) (https://facebook.com/vsmoviepodcast)X (@vsmoviepodcast) (https://x.com/vsmoviepodcast)Instagram (@visuallystunningmoviepodcast) (https://instagram.com/visuallystunningmoviepodcast)Threads (@visuallystunningmoviepodcast) (https://threads.net/@visuallystunningmoviepodcast)BlueSky (@vsmoviepodcast.bsky.social) (https://bsky.app/profile/vsmoviepodcast.bsky.social)YouTube (@visuallystunningmoviepodcast) (https://youtube.com/visuallystunningmoviepodcast)Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to our audio wherever you listen to podcasts (https://shows.acast.com/vsmoviepodcast).And please, if you like what we do, consider helping us keep on entertaining you. Find out how on our Contact/Support page (https://VSMoviePodcast.com/Contact-VSMP/). Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/vsmoviepodcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Agents Scott and Cam put on their tutus and dance into the world of John Wick while delivering a DECLASSIFIED review of the new Ana de Armas action spin-off Ballerina. Spoilers: 29:15 Directed by Len Wiseman. Starring Ana de Armas, Ian McShane, Anjelica Huston, Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, Ava Joyce McCarthy, Juliet Doherty, Norman Reedus, Lance Reddick and Keanu Reeves.  Ballerina is now in theatres. Become a SpyHards Patron and gain access to top secret "Agents in the Field" bonus episodes, movie commentaries and more! Purchase the latest exclusive SpyHards merch at Redbubble. Social media: @spyhards View the NOC List and the Disavowed List at Letterboxd.com/spyhards Podcast artwork by Hannah Hughes.

Daniel and Erwin review the fifth installment and spin off in the series, "From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina" directed by Len Wiseman. Did they love it, did they hate it, or are they Somewhere Between!? Listen to find out!

No Cinemático 532, Carlos Merigo e Beatriz Fiorotto conversam sobre "Bailarina", novo filme da do universo John Wick dirigido por Len Wiseman.Pauta: 04:30Spoilers: 35:51---SIGA @CINEMATICOPODTwitterInstagramCRÉDITOSApresentação: Carlos MerigoPauta e Produção: Bia FiorottoEdição: Gabriel PimentelAtendimento e Comercialização: Camila Mazza e Telma ZennaroTorne-se membro do B9 e ganhe benefícios: Braincast secreto; grupo de assinantes no Telegram; e mais!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGNdGepMFVqPNgaCkNBdiLw/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Reel Insights episode, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, chats with Ballerina and Umbrella Academy star David Castañeda to talk about joining the John Wick universe.David opens up about the surprise of landing the role of Javier, Eve's father, and how his character helps set the entire story of Ballerina in motion. He shares what it was like training with the best stunt team in the world, working alongside Ana de Armas and Keanu Reeves, and how director Len Wiseman's unique style influenced his performance. David also reflects on the insane stunt choreography, reveals whether or not he suffered any real injuries during filming, and talks about his love for the expanding John Wick mythology.Plus, David reflects on his fan-favorite role as Diego in The Umbrella Academy, how surprised he was by the audience reaction, and imagines what a mash-up between Diego and Javier might look like!Ballerina is now playing in theaters.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTok

We present our review of Ballerina (2025)!Ballerina (marketed as From the World of John Wick: Ballerina) is a 2025 American action thriller film, directed by Len Wiseman and written by Shay Hatten. It is the fifth installment in the John Wick franchise, and it is set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) and Chapter 4 (2023). It stars Ana de Armas as the ballerina/assassin Eve Macarro, alongside Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, and Norman Reedus. Among those reprising their roles from the previous films include Anjelica Huston, Lance Reddick (in his final screen appearance), Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves.Lionsgate acquired Hatten's spec script for the spin-off film in 2017, leading to him contributing to the final script for Parabellum and serving as the lead writer for Chapter 4. In October 2019, Wiseman was hired as director; Chad Stahelski, who had directed the previous John Wick films, was confirmed as a producer by May 2020. Ballerina was officially announced in April 2022, with de Armas confirmed as the lead. Principal photography occurred from November 2022 to January 2023 in Prague; additional action sequences were shot starting in February 2024.Ballerina was released in the United States on June 6, 2025. The film received generally positive reviews from critics.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

In this Reel Insights episode, Sean Tajipour, the Mayor of Nerdtropolis, sits down with director Len Wiseman to discuss Ballerina, the highly anticipated spinoff set in the John Wick universe and starring Ana de Armas.Len Wiseman opens up about getting the call to direct Ballerina, collaborating with Ana de Armas to break away from typical assassin tropes, and how Rambo: First Blood influenced the film's tone and survivalist edge. He discusses the return of franchise icons like Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, and the late Lance Reddick, and how he crafted a snowy, noir aesthetic that blends seamlessly into the John Wick universe. Ballerina is a gritty, emotional journey rooted in pain, purpose, and survival.Ballerina is now playing in theaters.Visit Nerdtropolis.comFacebookInstagramTwitter

Et voici le hors-série du mois de mai 2025 dans 24FPS, le podcast ciné avec ou sans spoiler. Et voilà la liste des 13 films abordés par Jérôme et Julien : Jane Austen a Gâché Ma Vie de Laura Piani (à partir de 0:04:17) Partir Un Jour de Amélie Bonnin (à partir de 0:11:58) The Surfer de Lorcan Finnegan (à partir de 0:18:54) Fight Of Flight de James Madigan (à partir de 0:27:55) Bullet Train Explosion de Shinji Higuchi (à partir de 0:33:41) Destination Finale : Bloodlines de Zach Lipovsky et Adam Stein (à partir de 0:42:07) Watch The Skies de Victor Danell (à partir de 0:53:25) Balle Perdue 3 de Guillaume Pierret (à partir de 0:58:17) Friendship de Andrew DeYoung (à partir de 1:01:18) Predator - Killer Of Killers de Dan Trachtenberg (à partir de 1:05:51) Substitution (Bring Her Back) de Michael Philippou et Danny Philippou (à partir de 1:11:43) Ballerina de Len Wiseman (à partir de 1:19:45) Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning de Christopher McQuarrie (à partir de 1:50:43) Et ils débutent les spoilers sur Mission: Impossible à partir de 2:17:20 Bonne écoute, et n'hésitez pas à partager votre avis sur les cascades de Thunderbolts* Crédits musicaux : Partir Un Jour de 2Be3, issu de l'album Partir Un Jour (1997), et Main Titles From Mission: Impossible The Final Reckoning (2025)

From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina boldly asks the question: what if a 23 year old wrote a script inspired by the trailer for John Wick Chapter 2, and that script then got turned into a John Wick spin-off?If you want to support the show, we have a Patreon! You can subscribe for bonus episodes, plug-free versions of the show and semi-regular Q&As when Tansy bleacher her hair. Just don't do it through the iOS app.You can follow the show on Bluesky or tumblr @goingroguepod, or for slightly less hinged content, follow @tansyg.bsky.social on Bluesky. If you want to get in touch, you can email goingroguetansy@gmail.comCLIPS USED: From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina (dir. Len Wiseman, 2025)John Wick Chapter 3: Parabellum (dir. Chad Stahelski, 2019)John Wick Chapter 4 (dir. Chad Stahelski, 2023)Wick is Pain (dir. Jeffrey Doe, 2025)From The World of John Wick: Ballerina TrailersFrom The World of John Wick: Ballerina Full Cast and Crew InterviewsChad Stahelski: ‘John Wick' - It Happened In HollywoodThe Empire Podcast #24 (2013) - Len Wiseman & Robert WebbBallerina's Norman Reedus & Director Len Wiseman Talk Reshoot l InterviewBBC's The One Show: Ian McShaneMUSIC"Galactic Rap", “Bicycle", “Mesmerizing Galaxy Loop", "Rising Tide”, “Volatile Reaction”, “Crypto”, “Simplex”, “Intuit256, “Danse Macbre”, “Divertissment”, “Unwritten Return”, “Oppressive Gloom”, “Hiding Your Reality”, "Loopster", "Floating Cities", "I Can Feel It Coming", "Unanswered Questions", "BlacKk Vortex", "Cephalopod", "Crypto" & "Tenebrous  Brothers Carnival - Intermission"Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/“Suspended Animation”  by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.comVivaldi's Winter by PM Music

On the latest episode of Cinema Royale, we're re-entering the universe of John Wick with Ana de Armas in Ballerina! Chris Bumbray of Joblo.com joins me to talk about the first John Wick spinoff flick on the big screen, how de Armas handles her first lead role as an action star, and which action scenes were directed by Len Wiseman and which were by Chad Stahelski. Of course, we also talked about Keanu Reeves and his part to play in the film, as well as some of the other kick-ass fighters who are becoming familiar faces across this franchise.All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#JohnWick #ballerinamovie #anadearmas

When will Ana de Armas's juice start juicing? Could it be in this weekend's John Wick: Ballerina?! We don't know. Haven't seen the movie yet. But, Jason and Rosie are prepared to speculate about what this role means for de Armas' career, the state of John Wick, and whether or not Len Wiseman will add werewolves to this series. Plus, an omnibus on the Gun Fu genre. Follow Jason: IG & Bluesky Follow Rosie: IG & Letterboxd Follow X-Ray Vision on Instagram Join the X-Ray Vision DiscordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the World of John Wick: Ballerina) is an action thriller film and the fifth installment in the John Wick franchise, serving as a spin-off set between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum (2019) and John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023). It is directed by Len Wiseman and written by Shay Hatten and stars Ana de Armas in the lead role, alongside Gabriel Byrne, Catalina Sandino Moreno, and Norman Reedus in supporting roles. Anjelica Huston, Lance Reddick (in his final screen appearance), Ian McShane, and Keanu Reeves reprise their roles from the previous films.Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

"From The World Of John Wick: Ballerina" (or just "Ballerina" for short) is the fifth film in the "John Wick" franchise, serving as a spin-off set between the events of "John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum" (2019) and "John Wick: Chapter 4" (2023). It is the first installment not to be directed by Chad Stahelski, with action director Len Wiseman taking over the reins and featuring Ana de Armas in a new role while Keanu Reeves, Anjelica Huston, Lance Reddick (in his final screen appearance before his untimely death), and Ian McShane reprise their roles from the franchise. Wiseman was kind enough to spend some time speaking with us about his work and experience making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which will open in theaters on June 6th from Lionsgate. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From the World of John Wick: Ballerina is the latest high-octane entry in the Wick universe. We dive into Ana de Armas' killer performance, the film's stunning action, and where the story falls short—plus why it's still a must-see for fans. Joining us for the review is Thomas Ellindis of One Take News..From the World of John Wick: Ballerina hits theatres June 6, 2025Follow One Take News  Instagram | Twitter | TikTok | YouTube | Reviews Check out Geekcentric onYouTube | Instagram | Twitter | TikTokJoin the Geekcentric Discord HERE

Ballerina- Hollywood Premiere Red Carpet Interviews. Ballerina- Hollywood Premiere Red Carpet. Ana De Armas, Anjelica Huston, Norman Redus, and the great Keanu Reeves speak. Following premieres in cities around the world, the Hollywood Black carpet marked the final major stop in BALLERINA's global tour, culminating in one last big moment with the full cast in attendance just ahead of the film's June 6 theatrical release. Ana de Armas walked the special black carpet for the screening of the highly anticipated action film set in the John Wick universe. She was joined by co-stars and franchise veterans Keanu Reeves, Ian McShane, and Anjelica Huston, along with new cast members Norman Reedus, Catalina Sandino Moreno, David Castañeda, and Gabriel Byrne, bringing together both legacy and fresh faces from the John Wick world. They were joined by director Len Wiseman, producers Chad Stahelski, Erica Lee, and Basil Iwanyk, and writer Shay Hatten.

Veteran director Len Wiseman talks about the challenges of directing BALLERINA and what makes Ana de Armas a great action star. Taking place between the events of John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum and Chapter 4, Eve Macarro, a ballerina-assassin, begins to train in the assassin traditions of the Ruska Roma and sets out to exact revenge for her father's death.BALLERINA opens in theaters on June 6th!All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#Ballerina #JohnWick #LenWisemanTranscript

Hosted by Picturehouse's very own Sam Clements, The Love Of Cinema podcast discusses the best new releases, with a little help from some of our favourite film critics and the occasional special guest from the world of cinema. Listings for the all-night movie marathon that Michael and Elena mention can also be found here. This month we're joined by guest film critics Michael Leader and Elena Lazic to discuss some of the best films coming to Picturehosue Cinemas in June, including: Tornado, Lollipop and From Hilde, With Love.  Our very own Lucy Fenwick Elliott also talks to director Len Wiseman and actor Norman Reedus about their new film Ballerina.  The World's Biggest All-Nighter IV takes place at Picturehouse Central on 7 June. If you'd like to send us a voice memo for use in a future episode, please email podcast@picturehouses.co.uk. Rate and subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Rate and follow us on Spotify. Find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram with @picturehouses. Find our latest cinema listings at picturehouses.com.  Produced by Stripped Media. Listen to Sam Clements over at the 90 Minutes Or Less Film Festival Podcast. Thank you for listening. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate, review and share with your friends. Vive le Cinema.

The legend of 1995's Waterworld suggests that it was a huge flop and a criticial disaster. The truth? It was neither. But it was one of the toughest Hollywood productions of the 1990s, and its story continued even after the arduous shoot was complete. In this episode, Simon goes through the origins of the film as a low budget idea, right through to the emergence of a longer, alternate cut to the film: The Ulysses Cut. The second half of this episode is given over to Len Wiseman, who talks to Ryan Lambie about Ballerina, a lost moment in an OAP's home, Die Hard, getting fired from ILM, and working with Roland Emmerich. Please like, subscribe and all of that stuff. Support us at www.filmstories.co.uk/support. Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let this episode be a memory implant for you of that one time Devin Diazoni and Paola Zavala invited you over to watch Paul Verhoeven's Total Recall, but then just talked through the whole thing.Support Film Literate on Patreon!Guest: Paola Zavala (Instagram|Letterboxd)

Included are interviews with Anna De Armas, and Len Wiseman of Ballerina, Jenna Ortega and Trey Edward Shults Of Hurry Up Tomorrow, Francis Lawrence of The Hunger Games Sunrise On The Reaping,and  David Jonsson, Francis Lawrence and Mark Hamill of The Long Walk. Start Your Free One Year Trial At Sci-Fi Talk Plus

We review Live Free or Die Hard (2007) on movie podcast The Collector's Cut. Die Hard 4 is directed by Len Wiseman and stars Bruce Willis, Justin Long, Timothy Olyphant, Cliff Curtis, Maggie Q, Mary Elizabeth Winstead patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: https://twitter.com/ScreamsMidnight all links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz Audio version: https://the-collectors-cut.pinecast.co/

Access this entire 68-minute episode (and additional monthly bonus shows) by becoming a Junk Filter patron for only $5.00 (US) a month! Over 30% of episodes are exclusively available to patrons of the show. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.patreon.com/posts/194-die-harder-118608075 In part two of our discussion of the Die Hard series, Brian Abrams, the author of Die Hard: An Oral History and I go over the sequels to John McTiernan's 1988 masterpiece. We make a case for Renny Harlin's Die Hard 2 (1990) as the platonic ideal of a blockbuster sequel - a bigger, dumber version of the original with a great supporting cast which delivers on the formula and also serves as a better “Christmas movie” than the first one to boot. We itemize our issues with McTiernan's return to the franchise with Die Hard with a Vengeance (1995), and trash the final two films in the series, Len Wiseman's Live Free or Die Hard (2007) and John Moore's rock-bottom final entry, 2013's A Good Day to Die Hard, inexplicably set in Russia. Follow Brian Abrams on Letterboxd and check out his website. “Die Hard: An Oral History” by Brian Abrams is available to download as a Kindle Single "Robert Costanzo, the Essential Worker", by Brian Abrams, for Lowbrow Reader, 2022 “Die Hard is Back”: Bruce Willis' final performance as John McClane in a 2020 battery commercial Music video for “Looking Down the Barrel of a Gun”, The Beastie Boys

A retrospective look back at Len Wiseman’s Gothic action-horror film: Underworld (2003) is a visually captivating action-horror that plunges viewers into a dark, Gothic underworld where vampires and werewolves clash in an age-old feud, blending stylized violence, rich lore, and a brooding atmosphere that set the tone for an iconic franchise. Host(s) Michael, Ryan, Thomas

This week on Myopia Movies, we get confused at a werewolf movie! We watched Underworld, a movie I would have forgotten if I didn't just listen to us talk about it!  How will Underworld hold up? Host: Nic Panel: Keiko, Nur, and Matthew Directed by Len Wiseman. Starring: Kate Beckinsale, Scott Speedman, Michael Sheen, Shane Brolly Note: There are some audio issues here, sorry! 

Welcome to your favorite movie podcast, Not a Bomb! We take a second look at some of the biggest box office bombs in cinema history to see if they truly deserve their infamous reputations.Our podcast is launching into outer space this "Re-MAY-ke" month as we explore the sci-fi adventure of 2012's Total Recall. Reimagining the beloved Paul Verhoeven classic was quite the challenge, considering its iconic status in the sci-fi/action realm. The 2012 adaptation replaces certain sci-fi aspects of the original with heightened action scenes, featuring more leaps, gunplay, and chases. Additionally, this version includes what could arguably be one of the most contentious performances ever dissected on our show. Intrigued to learn more? Tune in to discover who we're talking about!And don't forget, "Get your ass to the podcast!"Total Recall (2012) is helmed by director Len Wiseman and features a cast including Colin Farrell, Kate Beckinsale, Jessica Biel, Bryan Cranston, John Cho, and Bill Nighy.Should you wish to provide feedback or suggest a cinematic flop for discussion, please reach out to us at NotABombPod@gmail.com or through our contact page. If you enjoy our content, consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast.Cast: Brad, Troy

Get access to this entire episode as well as all of our premium episodes and bonus content by becoming a Hit Factory Patron for just $5/month.Matt Bors & Ben Clarkson, creators of the excellent sci-fi/action satire graphic novel 'Justice Warriors' join to talk about one of our main guys - Paul Verhoeven (aka Pauly V) and his landmark sci-fi/action satire 'Total Recall' starring Arnold Schwarzenegger and based on the Philip K. Dick story "We Can Remember it for You Wholesale". We discuss the film's long gestation period under several different producers and directors, most notably as a project for Hit Factory fave David Cronenberg. Then we go long on the film's startling prescience, it's themes of revolution against the extractive brutalist of an imperialist force, and Verhoeven's metatextual commentary on filmic reality as psycholgical mirror and wish fulfillment fantasy. Elsewhere, we discuss the dire 2012 Len Wiseman remake starring Colin Farrell and how it betrays and insults its audience by stripping away any and all subtext. Check out Matt & Ben's graphin novel, Justice Warriors.Follow Matt Bors on Twitter.Follow Ben Clarkson on Twitter. ....Our theme song is Mirror by Chris Fish. 

PATREON: Become a Patron!: https://www.patreon.com/TheBigThingShow Join Kristian Harloff as he sits down with the legendary Ian McShane, known for his iconic roles in Deadwood, John Wick, Pirates Of The Caribbean, and more. In this exclusive interview, they delve into Ian's new film, 'American Star', and discuss his involvement in John Wick, Ballerina, and his experiences working with Len Wiseman. They also touch on One Piece, Kung Fu Panda 4, Hellboy, and answer the burning question - has Ian ever read for Star Wars? Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive interviews and pop culture news!

Diane and Sean discuss the dark and brooding start to Kate Beckinsale's vampire franchise, Underworld. Episode music is "Death Dealer's Descent" by Renholdër and Amy Lee, from the OST.-  Our theme song is by Brushy One String-  Artwork by Marlaine LePage-  Why Do We Own This DVD?  Merch available at Teepublic-  Follow the show on social media:- Tumblr: WhyDoWeOwnThisDVD-  Follow Sean's Plants on IG: @lookitmahplantsSupport the show

We immersed ourselves in the captivating world of "Underworld", directed by Len Wiseman. In this thrilling tale, Selene, a fierce vampire warrior, finds herself embroiled in an epic struggle between the vampire and werewolf factions. As the tension escalates, Selene's heart becomes entwined with Michael, a human of mysterious significance, coveted by the werewolves. With Kate Beckinsale delivering a compelling performance as Selene, along with the talented Scott Speedman and Shane Brolly, the film takes us on a gripping journey filled with action, romance, and supernatural intrigue. Directed by Len Wiseman, "Underworld" proves to be a mesmerizing experience, skillfully crafted by a team of writers that includes Kevin Grevioux, Len Wiseman, and Danny McBride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We immersed ourselves in the captivating world of "Underworld", directed by Len Wiseman. In this thrilling tale, Selene, a fierce vampire warrior, finds herself embroiled in an epic struggle between the vampire and werewolf factions. As the tension escalates, Selene's heart becomes entwined with Michael, a human of mysterious significance, coveted by the werewolves. With Kate Beckinsale delivering a compelling performance as Selene, along with the talented Scott Speedman and Shane Brolly, the film takes us on a gripping journey filled with action, romance, and supernatural intrigue. Directed by Len Wiseman, "Underworld" proves to be a mesmerizing experience, skillfully crafted by a team of writers that includes Kevin Grevioux, Len Wiseman, and Danny McBride. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices