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Exclusive: Tony Hale, Mystic Inscho, and more talk The Mysterious Benedict Society

by Joe Henkel November 9, 2022
written by Joe Henkel
Season 2 of The Mysterious Benedict Society is now streaming on Disney+.

Following the success of season one of the Mysterious Benedict Society, the crew is back together for season two. In season one, this group of four ‘misfits’ Reynie, Sticky, Kate and Constance were brought together to stop the evil Dr. Curtain and save the world. They used their wit, intelligence, kindness and empathy to stop the evil schemes. In this new season, they return to help Mr. Benedict once again. When their leaders Mr. Benedict and Number Two are kidnapped, these kids must use their minds to find their leaders. This is a fun series for the whole family. Each episode is filled with mystery, beauty and humor.

The Knockturnal recently spoke with the cast and creators of this show. Tony Hale, who plays Mr. Benedict and his evil twin brother Dr. Curtain, shared his creative journey of developing these characters. Mystic Inscho (“Reynie Muldoon”), Marta Kessler (“Constance Contriare”), Seth Carr (“George “Sticky” Washington”) and Emmy DeOliveira (“Kate Wetherall”) are the four main heroes of this show. We spoke with them about the costumes, sets and exciting process of creating another season of this show. Gia Sandhu (“Ms. Perumal”) and MaameYaa Baofo (“Rhonda Kazembe”) told us about working with these young actors and the excitement that filled each new day of filming. We also spoke with the creators of this series Darren Swimmer, Todd Slavkin, Phil Hay and Matt Manfredi. They shared their creative processes of collaborating on the Mysterious Benedict Society.

Watch The Mysterious Benedict Society season two now only on Disney+.

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Why I will always admire Tim Burton and his work

by Richard Schertzer November 8, 2022
written by Richard Schertzer

Pretty soon, people will be greeted to Tim Burton’s next project entitled Wednesday, which is set to premiere on Netflix November 23rd. With his latest project nearing the horizon, it seems only fitting to look back onto the director’s body–nay– his mountain of work that captured millions of fans and made being goth look cool. 

Tim Burton began his career with Disney, drawing concept art for the company. Although most of his art went unused and he was getting paid to just conceptualize drawings that never materialized, that didn’t stop him from creating such classics in the 1980s like Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure, Beetlejuice, and the Michael Keaton-led superhero film Batman. 

He has made some of the darkest and bloody films while adding his own touch of whimsy to them. His passion for German expressionism and macabre has never wavered and it has honestly only gotten stronger with time. 

I remember when I first saw Beetlejuice on VHS. When I first experienced this cult classic, I thought it was something of a fever dream to have witnessed a live-action movie mix in gothic elements and stop-motion. Of course, everything is différent and distorted when you are young. With that being said, I thought the film was a lot darker and less comedic when I first saw it than now. 

That wasn’t my only experience with Tim Burton’s work. I remember there was a time in summer of 2013, in fact, it was June 28th, 2013 on a Friday, that I saw  clips of Burton’s film Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. This was the film that made me a Tim Burton and Johnny Depp fanatic. I remember how dark and beautiful the performances and landscape were. I was enthralled by each character and the storyline of vengeance and justice. 

I remember watching a documentary on Tim Burton and he claimed that he grew up as a weirdo and a loner, where people did not like him. Much like his characters, he was an outcast among other people. I can definitely relate with his plight and struggle. 

I remember having my heartstrings tugged when I watched Big Fish, Corpse Bride, and the live-action Disney remake Dumbo. I have never seen a director be so committed to the craft of macabre that he made it part of his entire life. I never felt more comfortable being in my own skin after seeing his work and knowing where he got his inspiration from. 

Tim Burton truly is one of the reasons that I always wanted to be a filmmaker and that feeling has not wavered since. 

 

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EXCLUSIVE: Bitch Ass interviews with Tunde Laleye, Me’Lisa Sellers, and Bill Posey

by Joe Henkel November 8, 2022
written by Joe Henkel

Bitch Ass is now available on selected streaming platforms.

This Halloween season watch your back, there’s a new serial killer on the block. Bitch Ass the smart and scary killer and “the first Black serial killer in a mask.”

The legendary Candyman actor Tony Todd introduces us to this threat in the opening scene of this movie. The story follows four young gang members break into a house seeking reward, but are punished by Bitch Ass. They are forced to play games in desperation and the challenges are creepy twists on children’s games. If they win they survive, but if they win they die.

This movie stars Tony Todd, Sheaun McKinney, Tunde Laleye, Me’Lisa Sellers, Teon Kelly and more. The Knockturnal recently interviewed Tunde and Me’Lisa about their experience filming this movie. Tunde Laleye shared the process of internalizing and developing this new villain. Me’Lisa Sellers talked about creating this powerful and empathetic character that she’s excited to share on screen.

We talked with director Bill Posey about the inception and creation of this film. He told us about the contrast of the dark themes with religious undertones. His influences of watching movies when he was young, growing up in Massachusetts and attending Catholic school all inspired him as he created this movie. Posey shared what it was like booking Tony Todd and having him work on set. They only had one day to film Tony’s scenes and that day of filming was powerful.

Now available to watch on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Redbox, Vudu and more. Be sure to watch this movie this Halloween season and watch your back for the serial killer Bitch Ass.

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World Premiere: The Rock, Pierce Brosnan, Aldis Hodge, Noah Centineo & More Talk ‘Black Adam’ [Video]

by OJ Williams October 25, 2022
written by OJ Williams

From New Line Cinema, Dwayne Johnson stars in the action-adventure “Black Adam.” The first-ever feature film to explore the story of the DC Super Hero comes to the big screen under the direction of Jaume Collet-Serra.

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On the Scene: NYFF closes with brilliant debut from Elegance Bratton ‘The Inspection’

by Staff October 24, 2022
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“The Inspection ” debuted at the NYFF, closing off the 60th anniversary of the festival. Festival leaders emphasized that the film was chosen for its remarkable tale from an emerging director—Elegance Bratton.

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BHFF Review: The Yuletide Screams of “Christmas Bloody Christmas”

by Joshua A. Guttman October 21, 2022
written by Joshua A. Guttman

I love Christmas horror movies.

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Film Review: ‘Black Adam’

by Jake King October 21, 2022
written by Jake King

Sha-mazingly average.

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Tyrese Gibson, Terrence Howard and Jeremy Piven Shine a Light on Corruption of the Private Prison System in New Action Thriller, The System

by Parris Rose October 20, 2022
written by Parris Rose

Tyrese Gibson, Terrence Howard, Jeremy Piven and Lil Yachty star in the action thriller, The System that shines a spotlight on the growing corruption of the private prison system and its modern-day practices of slavery and human exploitation.

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Banks Repeta, Jaylin Webb, Andrew Polk, Marcia Haufrecht, and James Gray Talk ‘Armageddon Time’ at NYFF

by Ashley Vitarelli October 20, 2022
written by Ashley Vitarelli

‘Armageddon Time’ marks the most personal film yet from writer and director James Gray. 

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BHFF Review: The Compelling Rallying Cry of ‘Give Me An A’

by Joshua A. Guttman October 18, 2022
written by Joshua A. Guttman

On June 24th, 2022, Roe V Wade was overturned.

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