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So... apparently there's a new trailer out for the sequel... though honestly, it looks pretty much the same to me.

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From what I can tell, the titles listed in that archive aren't just limited to what we actually got on DVD here (even if they claim they are). It looks like they include stuff that only aired on TV, too. Usually, for those kinds of movies, you'll see the original studio listed under Publisher/Distributor instead of a local US company like Paramount or Warner Bros.

Honestly, if you haven't even seen the flick or know which scene we're talking about, you're just lost. You basically just spoiled it for everyone by pointing out it's from the end of the movie... but that shot was released by the studio as promo material and popped up on every major horror site out there. If the studios aren't sweating it, why should we?

BTW... this was mentioned in the "film from the edge" thread, here's the lowdown...

Sauna (2008)

From award-winning Swedish historical horror director Antti-Juss Annil, the guy behind "Jade Warrior - the first Finnish-Chinese kung fu film." Most people who actually sat through this thing are raving about it—saying the visuals are killer and it manages to be both entertaining and surprisingly "deep." It hit the Sundance Film Festival, and also played at the Telluride Film Festival, Sitges Film Festival, and a few others. Don't expect a theatrical release here in the States, though we can always hold out hope for a DVD drop...



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Year 1595 - the long war is finally over. Brothers Knut and Erik - Who are part of The Commission marking The border between Finland and Russia - commit a terrible sin as they leave a young girl to die a horrible death. As the commission crosses the uncharted swamp the girl returns to haunt them, her face pouring endless filth. Weary men find solace from The nameless village and find a sauna - The sauna where all sins are washed away. Seeking forgiveness The brothers step in... STILLS

ruggedfalcon28 said:It’s official—they are filming Outpost 2: Red Zone. 👍Just my luck.

Here's the poster for the second one...

So, the new American trailer just dropped...

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It’s basically Death Race meets Universal Soldier... something like that.

So, here’s a raw, unfinished version of the > for Sundance. The effects aren't done, the color grading is rough, and the sound mix is still a work in progress, but it's mostly just action shots. Honestly? I'm not feeling it. I get that action sells better than a romance subplot, but come on... this was pitched primarily as a thriller-drama with some romantic elements. Plus, word on the street is there isn't even that much action in the actual movie. Given that > felt like such a breath of fresh air compared to what we usually see from >, this just looks like your typical, run-of-the-mill > flick. It even feels a little cheap in spots... though I guess you can give it a pass since it's a low-budget production. We'll just have to wait and see how things shake out.

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briskbison41 said:I haven't heard anything about this game yet, but judging by the trailer, it looks like it could be pretty interesting.

It’s not a game... it's a movie. From where I could tell by the trailer... wait, did they take down the link I posted? It's not working anymore... did they scrub the video??

After crushing it last year with that semi-doc thriller "Sylvester Stallone," where everyone was shocked at how good his acting actually was, Jean Claude van Damme is looking to strike lightning twice. His next move is "The Appalachian Trail," a thriller-drama he’s doing it all for—writing, directing, producing, editing, and starring. He’s mostly self-funding this one with about $5 million out of his own pocket, but since he’s doing all the heavy lifting himself for free, pretty much every cent goes straight onto the screen. He’s also got family helping out on this one: Jean Claude van Damme is producing alongside his son Jean Claude van Damme, while Christopher and Bianca van Varenberg both have roles in the cast. They shot the whole thing in Thailand, though we don't have a release date yet. We should see the official trailer hit the big screen at this year's Sundance Film Festival. A few people, including director Mabrouk EL Mechri (who helmed "Sylvester Stallone") and Mike Leeder from Impact magazine, have already caught an early rough cut. Their feedback has been glowing, claiming Jean Claude van Damme’s acting is just as solid as it was in "Sylvester Stallone" and that his directing is incredibly confident. Take it with a grain of salt, obviously, but these guys don't usually hype things up for nothing. Even though the poster makes it look like a straight-up action flick, Mike and Mabrouk are insisting it’s actually a drama where the action is secondary, feeling more like a "Johnnie to" movie. Also, just a heads up, the original title was "full Love," but they switched it to "The Appalachian Trail" because it fits the story better.



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A military veteran and former mercenary, Frenchy (Jean Claude van Damme) works as a taxi driver, hiding somewhere in East Asia, haunted by his past. after his driving shifts He often frequents The Eagle's Nest, a seedy bar that houses a caged eagle. in The midst of The chaotic Asian traffic Frenchy picks up a beautiful female passenger who will change him forever.
Driven by dark memories of his childhood, he becomes determined to improve her life and, without her approval, he embarks on a journey which proves to be more dangerous and complicated than he expected. After encountering a series of harrowing obstacles, he calls in favors from his special ops friends who immediately join him. his military team engages in The biggest fight of their lives. War is hell, but nothing they've done could have prepared them for this.

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So you want to see this movie in theaters but can't be bothered to shell out for a ticket... well, maybe you'll get lucky because...

Van Damme's giving you a break

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Kate Beckinsale is always easy on the eyes... no matter what she's in (though it's a shame she isn't rocking one of those tight leather outfits in this one), and she totally nails the action heroine vibe. She already proved she can handle it in >, >, and >. With >, she's diving back into action. It’s based on a comic by Greg Rock. The director is Dominic Sen, a guy who used to be big in action flicks back in the late '90s and early 2000s—think >, >, or >—but he hasn't really done anything worth mentioning since > back in 2001. You could call this his attempt at a comeback to the Hollywood scene. To make things interesting, Joel Silver is on producing duty. He's the legend behind massive hits like >, >, >, >, and >, though his name hasn't been as prominent since the sequel to >. The movie has a $40M budget and hits theaters in >...



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Carrie Stetko, the lone U.S. Marshal assigned to Antarctica, is investigating the continent’s first murder, which draws her into a shocking mystery. Now, with only three days until winter, Carrie must solve the crime before Antarctica is plunged into darkness and she is stranded with the killer.

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Ugh... a classic...🙏🙏

It’s honestly hilarious when Steven Spielberg pops up at the end...🤣

JCVD is coming to theaters here... 🙏🙏🙂🎉 🙂 🙂👏



Since Universal Soldier dropped back in '99, this is actually going to be the first Van Damme movie to hit our local theaters... and honestly, he earned it. 👍

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Also, Direct Contact dropped... and honestly, the reviews are brutal. Even the die-hard fans are calling it total garbage and saying it isn't even fun to watch. Oh, and get this—the geniuses at the distribution company actually used a shot from one of Dolph's old movies, The Mechanic, for the DVD/Blu-ray cover...

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This title was basically made for gamers, specifically those obsessed with online FPS titles. We're looking at a new flick from the directors of "Crank," Mark Neveldine and Brian Taylor, who are leaning hard into that online multiplayer vibe. Based on the trailer and their previous work on "Crank"—which was easily one of the wildest and most fun action movies out in recent years—expect this to be a total adrenaline rush from start to finish. It feels like a mashup of "The Running Man" and "The Matrix." Gerard Butler takes the lead, supported by a massive cast including Alison Lohman, Michael C. Hall, John Leguizamo, Keith David, Terry Crews, Ludacris, Zoe Bell, Kyra Sedgwick, Amber Valletta, and Milo Ventimiglia. The movie hits theaters in early September...



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In the not too distant future, Cable, a death row inmate, has unwittingly become a pop culture hero. Every week, millions worldwide tune in online to watch him and hundreds of other convicts battle in Slayers, an ultra-violent multi-player online game invented by technological genius Ken Castle. To the wealthy young gamer who controls his every move, Kable is just a sim (simulation) character. To the resistance group that opposes Castle’s games as high-tech slavery, he is a critical element in their battle to take down the inventor. Caught in the crosshairs of two opposing forces and under the command of a teenager, Kable must use his extraordinary fighting skills to escape the game, Castle and overthrow the system.

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Joseph Sullivan74 said:Honestly, I don't think most people under 30 have even heard his name...

I wouldn't bet on that... but once you get under 20? Yeah, we're talking about a whole different level...

Jeffrey Martinez2 from Horror?

Man, alongside Clint, Bronson, and Chow Yun-fat, he’s easily one of my favorite actors ever...🙏