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'My Penguin Friend,' the Heartwarming Story of Friendship and Adventure Arrives to Digital and On Demand

8/30/2024

If you loved it in theaters or if you haven't had a chance to see it, good news are in order. My Penguin Friend is coming to Digital and On Demand this October. Reach out to friends and save the date to rewatch the heartwarming story of friendship and adventure.

This uplifting story features Jean Reno (Leon: The Professional), Academy Award Nominee Adriana Barraza (Babel), Alexia Moyano (“The Kingdom”) and Nicolás Francella (“Victoria Small”). Directed by David Schurmann and Produced by Steven P. Wegner, known for family films including The Garfield Movie and Dolphin Tale 2, My Penguin Friend is available for the suggested retail price of $14.99 for EST and on VOD for $5.99.

My Penguin Friend arrives on Digital and On Demand platforms from Lionsgate on October 1.

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A Successful Night for '1992's' World Premiere in Los Angeles

8/28/2024

Lionsgate celebrated the World Premiere of 1992 on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at Regal DTLA in Los Angeles.

The night began with red carpet arrivals from Hollywood stars, film cast, and producers. From the film, attendees included Scott Eastwood (Pacific Rim: Uprising), Christopher A’mmanuel (“Black Lightning”), Composer, Gilad Benamram (“Fauda”), and Music Supervisor Allison Wright Clark (“The Middleman”) to name a few. Among special guests were Vin Diesel (The Fast & The Furious Franchise), Michelle Rodriguez (The Fast & The Furious Franchise), Cory Hardrict (Brotherly Love), Nafessa Williams (“Black Lightning”), and Skye Aurelia (Light Travelers). Some of the executives in attendance were JP Richards (President, Worldwide Marketing), Keri Moore (Co-President, Worldwide Marketing), and Nasim Cambron (EVP, Worldwide Publicity).

Executive Producer Snoop Dogg (Death Row) and Tyrese Gibson (The Fast & The Furious Franchise) closed the red carpet. The film was introduced by director Ariel Vromen and Tyrese Gibson, who hopes 'to make Labor Day weekend a success for 1992.'

Images Courtesy of Lionsgate
Photo Credit: Jon Kopaloff, Vivien Killilea

An engaging story that is thought provoking and purposeful. The film lures you in with intimate takes on the character’s introductions and dives into the history of 1992, building its premise from there. During the premiere, the action scenes kept viewers on their toes. Audience members were engaged with the storyline and a great music selection throughout the film.

Synopsis:
In 1992, Mercer (Tyrese Gibson) is desperately trying to rebuild his life and his relationship with his son (Christopher A’mmanuel) amidst the turbulent 1992 LA uprising following the Rodney King verdict. Across town, another father and son (Ray Liotta and Scott Eastwood) put their own strained relationship to the test as they plot a dangerous heist to steal catalytic converters, which contain valuable platinum, from the factory where Mercer works. As tensions rise in Los Angeles and chaos erupts, both families reach their boiling points when they collide in this tense crime-thriller.

1992 opens in theaters only this August 30, 2024.

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Shekina & Jessica

Just Announced: 'Secret Level,' New Adult Animated Anthology Series Coming to Prime Video

8/20/2024

image courtesy of Amazon MGM Studios

Prime Video just announced during the Gamescom Opening Night Live global livestream, their captivating new adult-animated anthology series: Secret Level, featuring original short stories set within the worlds of some of the most beloved video games. From Amazon MGM Studios and Blur Studio, creators of Love, Death + Robots, comes 15 mind-bending episodes and groundbreaking animation. Secret Level will be available exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories worldwide on December 10.

“Secret Level weaves a tapestry of iconic games across multiple mediums, to tell a series of unique and captivating stories,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television, Amazon MGM Studios. “Created and led by Tim Miller, Blur Studio, and Supervising Director Dave Wilson, each episode will take our global Prime Video customers on a brand new journey with breathtaking animation and imaginative storytelling.”

Each episode of Secret Level serves as a gateway to a new adventure, unlocking exciting worlds from beloved gaming classics and highly anticipated new titles. Prepare for an unforgettable journey, where Amazon MGM Studios and gaming’s finest unite in a first-of-its-kind event that brings together more game IP in a single series than has ever been done before. Below is the incredible list of games who inspired the 15 epic stories found in Secret Level.

●                  Armored Core
●                  Concord
●                  Crossfire
●                  Dungeons & Dragons
●                  Exodus
●                  Honor of Kings
●                  Mega Man
●                  New World: Aeternum
●                  PAC-MAN
●                  PlayStation (Highlighting various PlayStation Studios beloved entities)
●                  Sifu
●                  Spelunky
●                  The Outer Worlds
●                  Unreal Tournament
●                  Warhammer 40,000

Secret Level is created by and executive produced by Tim Miller. Dave Wilson serves as executive producer and supervising director.

About Secret Level
Secret Level is a new adult-animated anthology series featuring original stories set within the worlds of some of the world’s most beloved video games. From the creative minds behind Love, Death + Robots, each of the 15 episodes is a celebration of games and gamers.

About Prime Video
Prime Video is a one-stop entertainment destination offering customers a vast collection of premium programming in one application available across thousands of devices. On Prime Video, customers can find their favorite movies, series, documentaries, and live sports – including Amazon MGM Studios-produced series and movies Saltburn, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Reacher, The Boys, and AIR; licensed fan favorites Dawson’s Creek and M3GAN; exclusive entertainment such as Thursday Night Football in the U.S.; and programming from partners such as Max and Starz via Prime Video Channels add-on subscriptions, as well as more than 600 free ad-supported (FAST) Channels globally. Prime Video is one benefit among many that provides savings, convenience, and entertainment as part of the Prime membership. All customers, regardless of whether they have a Prime membership or not, can rent or buy titles, including blockbusters such as Barbie and Oppenheimer, via the Prime Video Store, and can enjoy content such as Jury Duty and Bosch: Legacy free with ads on Freevee. Customers can also go behind the scenes of their favorite movies and series with exclusive X-Ray access. For more info visit www.amazon.com/primevideo.

About Blur Studio
In 1995, Tim Miller founded Blur as a studio for animators and artists to collaborate and be in control of their creative destinies. Since then, Blur has evolved into an award-winning production company with work spanning the realms of game cinematics, commercials, feature films, and more. Committed to our clients, our people and the telling of great stories, we continue to grow not only as a high-end animation studio, but also as original content creators, having recently helmed Netflix’s first animated anthology, Love, Death + Robots.

by IC Mag Editors

Action Films for the Right of Entertainment? We've Got a New One Coming

8/19/2024

Planning ahead for the next intensifying thriller? We've got a new one for you. Written by John Swab and Santiago Manes Moreno, the new action thriller, Long Gone Heroes is just a few weeks away. Directed by John Swab, the film follows Gunner (played by Frank Grillo), a special forces soldier who has witnessed the darkest side of country and combat when he is forced back into the field of battle to save his niece (a reporter), who is being held in South America. As the fight intensifies, Gunner and his team discover that her disappearance is part of a corrupt private operation that hits way too close to home. Also starring are Josh Hutcherson, Eden Brolin, Mekhi Phifer, Melissa Leo, and Andy Garcia.

Watch Long Gone Heroes in theaters, On Demand, and Digital on September 20, 2024.

by IC Mag Editors

From Executive Producer, Snoop Dogg, '1992' is Coming to Theaters

8/19/2024

From executive producer, Snoop Dogg comes a new and intense crime thriller, 1992. Written by Sascha Penn and Ariel Vromen, this new film is set for release only in theaters August 30. With stars Tyrese Gibson, Scott Eastwood, and Ray Liotta, this story is drawing audiences to the big screen. Story by Sascha Penn, 1992 was directed by Ariel Vromen.

Synopsis:
In 1992, Mercer (Tyrese Gibson) is desperately trying to rebuild his life and his relationship with his son (Christopher A’mmanuel) amidst the turbulent 1992 LA uprising following the Rodney King verdict. Across town, another father and son (Ray Liotta and Scott Eastwood) put their own strained relationship to the test as they plot a dangerous heist to steal catalytic converters, which contain valuable platinum, from the factory where Mercer works. As tensions rise in Los Angeles and chaos erupts, both families reach their boiling points when they collide in this tense crime-thriller.

images courtesy of Lionsgate

1992 opens in theaters on August 30, 2024

by IC mag Editors

Prime Video Releases First Look Images and Cast for 'Pimpinero: Blood and Oil'

8/14/2024

Prime Video released the first look images and cast for Pimpinero: Blood and Oil, directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Andrés Baiz (Griselda, Narcos, The Hidden Face).The film marks Baiz’ triumphant return to the big screen after a successful career directing global series. Pimpinero: Blood and Oil explores the powerful and universal themes of borders and family bonds, making it a must-watch for audiences around the world. The highly celebrated cast includes Alberto Guerra (Griselda), Alejandro Speitzer (La Cabeza de Joaquin Murrieta), Laura Osma (Goles en contra) and multi-award winning Grammy® artist Juanes.

The announcement comes as Pimpinero: Blood and Oil is officially selected to screen at the Toronto International Film Festival, with its World Premiere on September 9th. The movie is part of the international Centerpiece program lineup at TIFF and set to launch on Prime Video later this year.

Pimpinero: Blood and Oil is set in the desert bordering Colombia and Venezuela, where gasoline smugglers known as “pimpineros” risk their lives transporting illegal fuel from one country to another. When Juan – the youngest in a clan of three brothers entangled in this perilous trade – is forced to work for a sinister rival, the underbelly of the business is laid bare with tragic consequences. Determined to uncover the gruesome secrets that shroud this no-man’s-land, Juan’s girlfriend Diana embarks on a quest for the truth.

“We’re proud to continue being the home for talent, and our collaboration with Andi on this title speaks to the trust we’ve earned with him and other filmmakers to nurture and promote their creative vision,” said Javiera Balmaceda, Head of Latin American, Canadian and Australian Originals, Prime Video & Amazon MGM Studios. “The film’s vision speaks to universal themes such as family bonds and seeking truth, which our local and global audiences can relate to.”

The film is produced by production company Dynamo. It’s written by María Camila Arias (Birds of Passage) and directed, written and produced by Andrés Baiz (Griselda, Narcos, The Hidden Face). The production team includes Andrés Calderón (La Cabeza de Joaquin Murrieta, Narcos) as a producer and Cyndi Rojas (Mile 22) as an associate producer.

“Pimpinero: Blood and Oil is about geographical borders, but above all about ethical, moral, emotional and human borders,” said Andrés Baiz, director, writer and executive producer of the movie. “The result is an exciting film, full of beauty, truth and a lot of adrenaline. I can't wait to share it with the public.”

Pimpinero: Blood and Oil adds to Prime Video’s growing selection of non-English language Originals, including recent international hits; My Fault, Maxton Hall - The World Between Us, and Red Queen, as well as upcoming titles like; Your Fault, Freedom, and Like a Dragon: Yakuza. As well as, global Amazon Originals such as The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Fallout, Mr. and Mrs. Smith, The Boys, The Summer I Turned Pretty, Road House, Saltburn, and The Idea of You.

About Dynamo
Founded in 2006, Dynamo is an independent Colombian entertainment company based in Bogota with offices in Mexico City, Madrid and New York. It is one of the most important audiovisual production companies in Ibero-America. To date, Dynamo has produced more than 47 feature films and 25 television series. Dynamo has supported talent including the team behind series like One hundred years of solitude (Netflix) Wild District(Netflix), Crime Diaries (Netflix), Green Frontier (Netflix), The Head of Joaquin Murrieta (Prime Video), Mala Fortuna (Prime Video) and films such as The Hidden Face, Monos and recently Tarumama (HBO Max). Beyond developing original content, Dynamo also offers top-notch production services to foreign producers that wish to shoot in Colombia. It has provided local production services to many ambitious projects, including television shows like Narcos (Netflix), El Chapo (Netflix/Univision), Medellin (Prime Video), Falco (Prime Video) and films like Los 33 with Antonio Banderas, American Made with Tom Cruise, Mile 22 with Mark Wahlberg, and Gemini Man with Will Smith, among others.

About Proimágenes Colombia
Dedicated to the development of the Colombian film industry, Proimágenes Colombia (Fondo Mixto de Promoción Cinematográfica) is an autonomous non-profit entity with public and private sector participation. It administers the Film Development Fund - FDC, which provides cash resources to national productions and co-productions and represents Colombian cinema internationally. It also has the Colombian Film Commission, which promotes the country as a filming destination by channeling incentives to national and international productions with cash refunds and tax incentives for foreign audiovisual projects.

by IC Mag Editors

'The Duel' Makes its Way to Digital and On Demand

8/11/2024

Taking it back to the good times with a film set for pure entertainment. Here's another one for the comedy and drama seekers. The Duel will be available on Digital and On Demand August 16, 2024. Here's a quick synopsis.

Upon discovering that his best friend, Colin (Sprouse), has been having an affair with his girlfriend, Woody (Mcauliffe) decides that no modern form of revenge could possibly satisfy him. Instead, Woody challenges his closest companion to a classic contest of honor – a gentleman’s duel to the death. When two of their friends join the act, the once inseparable group of men inch closer to the day of destiny and test the bonds of their relationship until the moment of no return.

Written and directed by Justin Matthews (Upgraded, “The Morning Show”) and Luke Spencer Roberts (Upgraded), The Duel bring both comedy and drama to its audience. With actors Dylan Sprouse, Callan Mcauliffe, Denny Love, Hart Denton, María Gabriela De Faría, Rachel Matthews, Christian Mcgaffney, Ronald Guttman, and Patrick Warburton, the story was brought to life for audiences to view this August.

With first time executive producer Dylan Sprouse, the film was produced by Zachary Spicer, Gordon Strain, Joe Matthews, and Justin Matthews. Rated R for language throughout, sexual references, drug use and brief violence.

by IC Mag Editors

Add to Calendar: Quirky Rom-Com, 'Running on Empty'

8/6/2024

A brilliantly quirky romantic comedy written and directed by Daniel Andre is coming to theaters August 8. Running on Empty is a film about celebrating life and living it to its fullest. The film stars Kier Gilchrist, Lucy Hale, Francesca Eastwood, and comic legend Jim Gaffigan.

Executive produced by Robert Ogden Barnum, Greg Lauritano, Daniel André, Lucas Jarach, and Luke Daniel, the films producers include Savoy Brummer, Robert Chan, Ruben Islas, Stanley Preschutti, Alan Pao, Jonathan Zuck, Rick Sasner, Matt Shapira, Joel Michaely, Ashley Waldron, Jeff Rice, Rico Simonini, Gabrielle Almagor, and Tomer Almagor.

Here's a short and sweet synopsis:

Mortimer (Keir Gilchrist) is an odd but clever young man living a lukewarm existence in California’s San Fernando Valley until he receives some life-changing news. Determined to make the most of every day, Mort sets out on a spirited quest to find meaning in his existence and discovers the girl of his dreams along the way.

From Lionsgate, Running on Empty is a film worth adding to calendar. It opens in theaters August 8, 2024.

by IC Mag Editors

The Global Favorite, 'Despicable Me 4' is Available to Own with New Minion Mini Movies

8/5/2024

Gru and his Minions continue to dominate global box office charts in their newest adventure Despicable Me 4. The animated film will be available exclusively on digital platforms to own or rent tomorrow, August 6, 2024, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Hailed as “The funniest movie of the summer” (Dave Morales, Fox TV Houston), this latest installment now includes two never-before-seen Minion Mini-Movies, “Benny’s Birthday” and “Game Over and Over,” only when you purchase from participating retailers nationwide including Amazon, Apple, Fandango at Home (formerly Vudu), Comcast Xfinity, Cox, and Verizon.

The world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain-League-agent returns for a bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s DESPICABLE ME 4, now with 2 mini-movies. Gru, Lucy and their girls welcome a new member to the family – Gru Jr. – who is intent on tormenting his dad, as a new nemesis shows up and forces the family to go on the run. This latest blockbuster chapter in the biggest global animated franchise in history is packed with nonstop action and filled with Illumination’s signature subversive humor.

Directed by Chris Renaud and Patrick Delage, Despicable Me 4 stars Steve Carell (“The Office”, Despicable Me franchise) alongside Kristen Wiig (“Saturday Night Live”, Despicable Me franchise). The cast also includes Will Ferrell (Anchorman, Elf), Sofia Vergara (“Modern Family”, “Griselda”), Joey King (The Kissing Booth, “The Act”), Stephen Colbert (“The Colbert Report”, “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”, Monsters vs. Aliens), and Miranda Cosgrove (“iCarly”, Despicable Me franchise).

BONUS FEATURES:

TWO EXCLUSIVE MINION MINI MOVIES

Game Over and Over – After stumbling upon a powered-up game controller inside Gru's lair, the mischievous Minions discover its ability to control one another, unleashing mayhem as they compete for high scores.
Benny's Birthday – Benny finds himself trapped in a time loop of a Minion-style birthday party, encountering uproarious mischief at every turn.

FILMMAKERS:
Cast: Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, Pierre Coffin, Joey King, Miranda Cosgrove, Stephen Colbert, Sofía Vergara, and Will Ferrell
Original Songs and Themes By: Pharrell Williams
Score By: Heitor Pereira
Co-Directed By: Patrick Delage
Written By: Mike White and Ken Daurio
Produced By: Chris Meledandri, p.g.a. Brett Hoffman, p.g.a.
Directed By: Chris Renaud

ABOUT UNIVERSAL PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT:
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment (UPHE – www.uphe.com) is a unit of Universal Filmed Entertainment Group (UFEG). UFEG produces, acquires, markets and distributes filmed entertainment worldwide in various media formats for theatrical, home entertainment, television and other distribution platforms, as well as consumer products, interactive gaming and live entertainment. The global division includes Universal Pictures, Focus Features, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, Universal Brand Development, Fandango, DreamWorks Animation Film and Television. UFEG is part of NBCUniversal, one of the world’s leading media and entertainment companies in the development, production and marketing of entertainment, news and information to a global audience. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, world-renowned theme parks and a suite of leading Internet-based businesses. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

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