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‘Deep Blue Sea 3’ Swims Into An Over the Top Third Entry In The Franchise

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Summer means many things. Hot weather, the beaches, Shark Week, and my personal favorite: shark movies. Ever since JAWS kickstarted the summer blockbuster and took a bite out of the box office, there have been many, many, many shark films that have attempted to follow in its footsteps. And with the advent of home video, digital, and streaming, this has allowed many toothy horror movies to swim straight to people’s homes. As is the case with the second sequel in the franchise, Deep Blue Sea 3.

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Continuing where Deep Blue Sea 2 left off and continuing from the original, three genetically modified and super intelligent bull sharks have escaped captivity and are on the loose in the seas. Becoming an existential threat to the very balance of nature. Off the coast of Mozambique is a nearly abandoned and isolated floating fishing village called Little Happy. There, marine biologist Emma Collins (Tania RaymondeTexas Chainsaw 3DLOST) has established a base of operations to research the effects of climate change on Great White Sharks. Only to find her work interrupted and the lives of herself and her crew put at risk when the modified bull sharks lay siege to the territory. A science/security team arrives to capture or eliminate the bull sharks, led by Richard Lowell (Nathaniel Buzolic, The Vampire Diaries, The Originals) who is also Emma’s ex-boyfriend. Now, despite their conflicts, they have to team up and fight the bull shark threat or it could mean disaster for the oceans.

Being a direct to video sequel to a horror franchise, you kind of know what to expect going in. I had actually missed Deep Blue Sea 2, but the plot of 3 is completely stand-alone with the backstory of the super smart bull sharks being on the loose. For one thing, CGI sharks. So many computer generated sharks. While I’m sure there are fans out there for it, unless it’s rendered very well, it just takes me out of the film. Which isn’t to say the movie itself looks bad. Most of the underwater scenes and the diving scenes are quite well shot and well establish the beauty of undersea nature before sharks inevitably rip those divers and researchers apart. Though there are a few shark attack scenes that are that impressive and made me exclaim in surprise. Not to the level of the first film’s legendary Samuel L. Jackson shark attack, but the effort is there.

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Surprisingly, there’s more than a few human vs human fight scenes among the sharks vs humans plotline. A twist in the story leads to the Little Happy researchers coming to blows with the security team and shoot outs and fistfights occurring amidst the terrors of the deep. Needless to say, this is not the most plot heavy shark action horror movie. If you just want to see randos get ripped to shreds or possibly blown up by sharks on a sinking village island, this one’s definitely up your alley. Which isn’t to say it’s an ill-made movie, but it is definitely constrained by it’s budget and flat story.

Still, if you’re in the mood for some dumb shark action under the sun, get a bite to eat and a big drink.

Deep Blue Sea 3 is available on Digital July 28 and Blu-ray/DVD on August 25, 2020.

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A24 Creating New Action Thriller “Onslaught” From ‘The Guest’ & ‘You’re Next’ Duo

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It’s always nice to see a reunion in the world of horror. Following a competitive bidding war, A24 has secured the rights to the new action thriller film Onslaught. Adam Wingard (Godzilla vs. Kong) will be directing the film. He will be joined by his longtime creative partner Simon Barret (You’re Next) as the scriptwriter.

For those unaware, Wingard and Barret made a name for themselves while working together on films such as You’re Next and The Guest. The two creatives are card carrying horror royalty. The pair have worked on films such as V/H/S, Blair Witch, The ABC’s of Death, and A Horrible Way to Die.

An exclusive article of out Deadline gives us the limited information we have on the topic. Although we don’t have much to go on, Deadline does offer the following information.

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“Plot details are being kept under wraps but the film is in the vein of Wingard and Barrett’s cult classics like The Guest and You’re Next. Lyrical Media and A24 will co-finance. A24 will handle worldwide releasing. Principal photography will begin in Fall 2024.”

A24 will be producing the film alongside Aaron Ryder and Andrew Swett for Ryder Picture Company, Alexander Black for Lyrical Media, Wingard and Jeremy Platt for Breakaway Civilization, and Simon Barret.

That’s all the information we have at this time. Make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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Director Louis Leterrier Creating New Sci-Fi Horror Film “11817”

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According to an article from Deadline, Louis Leterrier (The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance) is about to shake things up with his new Sci-Fi horror film 11817. Leterrier is set to produce and direct the new Movie. 11817 is penned by the glorious Mathew Robinson (The Invention of Lying).

Rocket Science will be taking the film to Cannes in search of a buyer. While we don’t know much about what the film looks like, Deadline offers the following plot synopsis.

“The film watches as inexplicable forces trap a family of four inside their house indefinitely. As both modern luxuries and life or death essentials begin to run out, the family must learn how to be resourceful to survive and outsmart who — or what — is keeping them trapped…”

“Directing projects where the audience gets behind the characters has always been my focus. However complex, flawed, heroic, we identify with them as we live through their journey,” said Leterrier. “It’s what excites me about 11817‘s wholly original concept and the family at the heart of our story. This is an experience that movie audiences won’t forget.”

Leterrier has made a name for himself in the past for working on beloved franchises. His portfolio includes gems such as Now You See Me, The Incredible Hulk, Clash of The Titans, and The Transporter. He is currently attached to create the final Fast and the Furious film. However, it will be interesting to see what Leterrier can do working with some darker subject material.

That’s all the information we have for you at this time. As always, make sure to check back here for more news and updates.

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New to Netflix (U.S.) This Month [May 2024]

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Another month means fresh additions to Netflix. Although there aren’t many new horror titles this month, there are still some notable movies well worth your time. For instance, you can watch Karen Black try to land a 747 jet in Airport 1979, or Casper Van Dien kill giant insects in Paul Verhoeven’s bloody sci-fi opus Starship Troopers.

We are looking forward to the Jennifer Lopez sci-fi action movie Atlas. But let us know what you are going to watch. And if we have missed something, put it in the comments.

May 1:

Airport

A blizzard, a bomb, and a stowaway help create the perfect storm for the manager of a Midwestern airport and a pilot with a messy personal life.

Airport ’75

Airport ’75

When a Boeing 747 loses its pilots in a midair collision, a member of the cabin crew must take control with radio help from a flight instructor.

Airport ’77

A luxury 747 packed with VIPs and priceless art goes down in the Bermuda Triangle after being hijacked by thieves — and time for a rescue is running out.

Jumanji

Two siblings discover an enchanted board game that opens a door to a magical world — and unwittingly release a man who’s been trapped inside for years.

Hellboy

Hellboy

A half-demon paranormal investigator questions his defense of humans when a dismembered sorceress rejoins the living to wreak brutal vengeance.

Starship Troopers

When fire-spitting, brain-sucking bugs attack Earth and obliterate Buenos Aires, an infantry unit heads to the aliens’ planet for a showdown.

May 9

Bodkin

Bodkin

A ragtag crew of podcasters sets out to investigate mysterious disappearances from decades earlier in a charming Irish town with dark, dreadful secrets.

May 15

The Clovehitch Killer

The Clovehitch Killer

A teenager’s picture-perfect family is torn apart when he uncovers unnerving evidence of a serial killer close to home.

May 16

Upgrade

After a violent mugging leaves him paralyzed, a man receives a computer chip implant that allows him to control his body — and get his revenge.

Monster

Monster

After being abducted and taken to a desolate house, a girl sets out to rescue her friend and escape from their malicious kidnapper.

May 24

Atlas

Atlas

A brilliant counterterrorism analyst with a deep distrust of AI discovers it might be her only hope when a mission to capture a renegade robot goes awry.

Jurassic World: Chaos Theory

The Camp Cretaceous gang come together to unravel a mystery when they discover a global conspiracy that brings danger to dinosaurs — and to themselves.

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