James Badge Dale, Ben Foster, and Melissa Leo Star in John Swab’s Crime Epic “King Ivory”

King-IvoryThe official trailer and poster have debuted for King Ivory, the latest feature from filmmaker John Swab (Candy Land, Body Brokers), which opens in theaters nationwide on November 14.

The crime thriller, which premiered at the Venice Film Festival and later screened as a Centerpiece selection at the 2025 Newport Beach Film Festival, stars James Badge Dale, Ben Foster, Michael Mando, Rory Cochrane, Ritchie Coster, George Carroll, Graham Greene, Melissa Leo, and Sam Quartin.

Set amid the fentanyl epidemic, King Ivory follows Tulsa drug cop Layne West (Dale), whose personal and professional worlds collide after his son becomes addicted to the deadly opioid. Determined to dismantle the local network responsible, West targets a chain of criminals that includes a cartel enforcer (Mando), a prison-based Native gang leader (Greene), and an Irish Mob family led by Foster and Leo.

Written and directed by Swab and produced by Jeremy M. Rosen, the film explores the human cost and complexity of America’s opioid crisis through intersecting lives across law enforcement, organized crime, and addiction.

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Sally Kirkland Stars in Hollywood Satire Sallywood

sallywoodBuffalo 8 will release Sallywood on digital platforms November 14. The comedy-drama, written and directed by Xaque Gruber, stars Oscar nominee and Golden Globe winner Sally Kirkland in a role inspired by her own career.

Based on a true story, the film follows Zack, a young writer from rural Maine who drives to Los Angeles to pursue his Hollywood ambitions. By chance, he meets Kirkland, who hires him as her assistant. As Zack becomes immersed in her chaotic world, he works to revive her fading career.

The ensemble includes Tyler Steelman, Tom Connolly, Eric Roberts, Michael Lerner, Keith Carradine, Jennifer Tilly, Maria Conchita Alonso, Kay Lenz, and the late Lenny Von Dohlen. The film features songs by Rufus Wainwright, Toni Basil, and Smokey Miles.

Sallywood premiered on the festival circuit, where it won more than 50 awards. The 90-minute feature will be released unrated by the MPAA.

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Justin Long and Kate Bosworth Face Survival Horror in Colin Minihan’s Coyotes, Opening October 3

coyotes-filmAura Entertainment will release the horror-comedy Coyotes in theaters nationwide on October 3. The film, directed by Colin Minihan (Grave Encounters), stars Justin Long (Barbarian) and Kate Bosworth (Superman Returns), marking the couple’s latest on-screen collaboration.

Set in the Hollywood Hills, the story follows a family trapped in their home as a wildfire rages outside and a pack of aggressive coyotes closes in. Alongside Long and Bosworth, the ensemble includes Katherine McNamara (Shadowhunters), Brittany Allen (What Keeps You Alive), Mila Harris (Mary), and Norbert Leo Butz (A Complete Unknown).

The project combines elements of eco-horror with survival thriller, playing on real-life urban-wildlife encounters against the backdrop of climate-related disaster. Brittany Allen also composed the score.

Coyotes will first screen at Fantastic Fest in Austin, TX, on September 20 before its theatrical debut.

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TIFF Unveils Trailer for Karla Badillo’s Debut Feature Oca

OcaMexican filmmaker Karla Badillo’s debut feature Oca will have its world premiere in the Discovery section of the 50th Toronto International Film Festival (Sept. 4–14, 2025).

Described as a lyrical fable of pilgrimage and revelation, the film follows Rafaela (Natalia Solián), a young nun traveling to a remote town where a new archbishop has been appointed. Along the way, she encounters a cross-section of Mexican society, testing her devotion and sense of purpose.

The cast also includes Cecilia Suárez, Leonardo Ortizgris, Gerardo Trejo-Luna, Raúl Briones, and Enrique Arreola, alongside non-professional performers from San Luis Potosí.

Shot by cinematographer Diana Garay, Oca was produced by María José Córdova, Badillo, Federico Eisnerbusyc, and Federico Sande. It is a Mexican-Argentine coproduction between Pina Films, Las Jaras, Pucará Cine, and Año Cero.

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Scott Adkins Battles for Survival in WWII Drama “Prisoner of War”

prisoner-of-warScott Adkins leads the upcoming World War II action drama Prisoner of War, which will debut in select theaters and on VOD September 19. Directed by Louis Mandylor, the film follows British SAS officer James Wright (Adkins), who is captured by Japanese forces and imprisoned in a Philippine POW camp.

As Wright and his fellow captives face the looming Bataan Death March, they are forced into violent death matches staged for the entertainment of their captors. The story charts their struggle for survival and the possibility of escape in the face of brutal conditions.

The film is written by Mark Clebanoff and Adkins, with additional contributions from Peter Shinkoda and Michael Copon, who also appear in the cast. Alongside Adkins, the ensemble includes Shinkoda (Falling Skies) and Copon (One Tree Hill).

Prisoner of War is set for release from WellGo USA Entertainment.

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Dave Bautista and Samuel L. Jackson Face a Post-Apocalyptic World in Afterburn

AfterburnThe final trailer and poster for Afterburn have been released ahead of its theatrical debut on September 19, 2025. Directed by JJ Perry (Day Shift), the action film stars Dave Bautista, Samuel L. Jackson, Olga Kurylenko, and Kristofer Hivju.

Set a decade after a solar flare destroys the Earth’s eastern hemisphere, the story follows Bautista’s Jake, a treasure hunter tasked with recovering the Mona Lisa in ruined Europe. Alongside allies and rivals, he encounters mutants, pirates, and warlords in a landscape where survival is more important than relics of the past. Jackson plays Valentine, with Kurylenko as Drea.

The film is adapted from the Red 5 Comics series by Scott Chitwood and Paul Ens. Perry, a longtime stunt coordinator turned director, emphasizes large-scale set pieces and martial arts choreography.

Afterburn opens exclusively in theaters September 19.

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Lily James Stars as Bumble Founder in Tech Drama Swiped

swiped-hulu-streaming20th Century Studios has released the first trailer for Swiped, a biographical drama inspired by the rise of Bumble and its founder Whitney Wolfe Herd. The film will debut September 9 at the Toronto International Film Festival before streaming September 19 on Hulu in the U.S. and Disney+ internationally.

Lily James plays Wolfe Herd, who co-founded Tinder before leaving the company to launch her own dating platform. The story follows her early career in the male-dominated tech industry, her decision to create a women-first app, and her path to becoming the youngest female self-made billionaire. The film also depicts her pivotal role in Bumble’s 2021 public offering.

Directed by Rachel Lee Goldenberg and written by Goldenberg, Bill Parker, and Kim Caramele, the film’s cast includes Dan Stevens, Jackson White, Myha’la, Ben Schnetzer, Pierson Fodé, Clea DuVall, Pedro Correa, Ian Colleti, and Coral Peña. Swiped is produced by Jennifer Gibgot, Andrew Panay, and James, with 20th Century Studios and Ethea Entertainment producing.

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Alex Winter’s Dark Comedy Adulthood Set for September Release

adulthoodParamount has released the trailer for Adulthood, a dark comedy thriller directed by Alex Winter and starring Josh Gad and Kaya Scodelario. The film will premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival before opening in select theaters September 19, 2025, followed by a digital release on September 23.

The story follows siblings Megan (Scodelario) and Noah (Gad), who return to their childhood home after their mother is hospitalized. While cleaning out the basement, they uncover a long-buried corpse hidden in the walls. Their attempt to quietly dispose of the remains sets off a chain of escalating problems, including police involvement and blackmail from their mother’s caretaker (Billie Lourd), who claims to know the truth about the murder.

The cast also includes Anthony Carrigan, Alex Winter, Chris Candy, Jinny Wong, and Joel Lacoursiere. The screenplay is by Michael M.B. Galvin, with Winter producing alongside Michael Cho, Tim Lee, Danny Roberts, Jackie Langelier, H.S. Naji, Scott Kroopf, Russell Hollander, and Lisa Wolofsky. Executive producers include Mimi Rode, Osita Onugha, Thorsten Schumacher, Andrew Robinson, Slava Vladimirov, Ryan Fine, and Connie Tavel.

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Intense Trailer for Orlando Bloom’s Gritty Boxing Drama “The Cut” Released

the-cut-posterRepublic Pictures has released the official trailer for The Cut, a gritty action drama opening in theaters September 5, 2025.

Starring Orlando Bloom, Caitríona Balfe, and John Turturro, the film follows a retired boxing champion who seizes one last chance at redemption after a career-ending defeat. To qualify for the fight, he must shed an extreme amount of weight in just six days.

Holed up in a Las Vegas room with Boz (Turturro), a notorious trainer known for brutal methods, the boxer embarks on an intense and illegal weight-cutting program. As the bout draws closer, his obsession begins to take over, pushing him to dangerous extremes and leaving his partner (Balfe) increasingly concerned for his safety. What begins as a fight for glory teeters into a spiral that could cost far more than the title.

Directed by Sean Ellis and written by Justin Bull, The Cut also features Eric D. Smith, Clare Dunne, Ed Kear, Oliver Trevena, Andonis Anthony, and Gemma Acosta. The trailer offers a tense glimpse into the physical and psychological toll of chasing victory, setting the stage for what could be one of the most hard-hitting boxing dramas in recent memory.

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Documentary Highlights Wildlife and Water Challenges in the American Southwest

The official trailer has been released for The American Southwest, a visually rich documentary from Fin and Fur Films and NativesOutdoors, narrated by climate advocate and model Quannah ChasingHorse. The film takes audiences on a journey along the Colorado River, capturing the landscapes, wildlife, and human connections that define the region, while addressing urgent challenges like water scarcity, habitat loss, and climate change.

Directed by Ben Masters (The River and the Wall, Deep in the Heart), the documentary follows the river from its headwaters to its delta, featuring species such as beavers, elk, and jaguars alongside the stories of those who have lived with and stewarded the river for generations. The project was developed in collaboration with NativesOutdoors and producer Len Necefer, Ph.D., ensuring cultural and ecological perspectives are central to the narrative.

The film opens September 5, 2025, in both commercial and independent theaters across Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah, California, Texas, and Colorado. Select screenings will include community events, educational programs, and Q&As with conservationists and Indigenous leaders. A digital release will follow later in the fall.

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