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Godzilla is Back and Better than Ever in Godzilla Minus One/Minus Color!
Who doesn’t love watching Godzilla on the big screen? For over fifty years, the kaiju has terrified and excited countless audiences around the world. Last year, fans were thrilled to experience the latest iteration of the character in the feature film Godzilla Minus One , which explored postwar Japan dealing with the emergence of Godzilla. The highest grossing Japanese Live Action or Animated film ever released in the United States, Godzilla Minus One has received numerous ac

Madeline Knutson
Jan 24, 20242 min read


Theater, Television, and Film: What Will Judd Hirsch Take On Next?
Whether you were first introduced to him as Alex Reiger on Taxi , Julius Levinson in Independence Day , or Nat in I’m Not Rappaport , you would be hard-pressed to find someone who has not been blown away by the talents of Judd Hirsch. For almost 50 years, he has wowed audiences with his screen, stage, and film roles and at the age of 85, he shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. Most recently, he can be seen playing the mysterious Carl Turner in the horror film, A Dead

Madeline Knutson
Jul 28, 20207 min read


From Cop to New Age Store Owner: Corbin Bernsen Talks Local Film, Streaming Services, and Dream Projects
From Roger Dorn in Major League and Henry Spencer in Psych to Arnie Becker in L.A. Law and Harlan Dexter in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang , Corbin Bernsen has never failed to entertain film and television audiences and leave them impressed with his performance. A multi-talented individual with writing, producing, and directing credits in addition to his well-known acting roles, Bernsen’s latest undertaking is that of Matthias Leary in the horror film A Deadly Legend . Following the

Madeline Knutson
Jul 20, 202010 min read


Action Star of the Year” David Harbour Chats Hellboy and Stranger Things at CinemaCon
From the small town of Hawkins, Indiana to the dangerous world of the undead, actor David Harbour has continued to impress audiences with his versatile performances. With the third season of Stranger Things set to premiere this summer and Hellboy released in theaters this week, Harbour has proven that he plans to take full advantage of all that 2019 has to offer. Prior to accepting the “Action Star of the Year” award at last week’s CinemaCon, Harbour spoke with press about

Madeline Knutson
Apr 11, 20193 min read


Directing Her Dream Cast: Olivia Wilde Shares Her Excitement for Booksmart with CinemaCon
While Olivia Wilde is no stranger to the silver screen, it wasn’t until this year that she decided to add the title of “director” to her impressive resume. Hitting theaters on May 24 th , Wilde’s feature film, Booksmart , has already generated positive buzz following its SXSW premiere last month. Dubbed the “Breakthrough Director of the Year” at CinemaCon, Wilde took some time to share her thoughts with press on this exciting next step of her career. On the plot of her upcomi

Madeline Knutson
Apr 11, 20193 min read


Jamie Lee Curtis Shares Her Dreams with CinemaCon
Jamie Lee Curtis is no stranger to Hollywood. Since her film debut in 1978’s Halloween , Curtis has consistently shown the world her incredible acting range. Continuing her fantastic list of credits, Curtis presented footage from her latest film, Knives Out , during CinemaCon. Following the film’s introduction, Curtis spoke with members of the press to discuss her storied career and the future she envisions for herself. On working with director Rian Johnson on Knives Out …

Madeline Knutson
Apr 6, 20193 min read


The Russo Brothers Talk Super-Sized Expectations and the Next Chapter at CinemaCon
Following the record-breaking ticket sales of Avengers: Endgame , the film’s directors, Anthony and Joe Russo, came to CinemaCon to accept the award for “Directors of the Year.” Since their first foray into the world of superheroes with Captain America: Winter Soldier , the Russo brothers have become known as two of the leading directors of Hollywood, earning a loyal fan base and with it, extremely high expectations for their final Marvel venture. During their time in Las Veg

Madeline Knutson
Apr 6, 20192 min read


“Male Star of Tomorrow” Henry Golding Discusses Being a Gentleman and a Gangster at CinemaCon
Fresh off a whirlwind year promoting his role as Nick Young in the critically-acclaimed film, Crazy Rich Asians , actor Henry Golding has no intentions of slowing down any time soon. At last week’s CinemaCon, Golding introduced his two upcoming films, The Gentlemen and Last Christmas . With both projects set to hit theaters at the end of this year, Golding took some time to speak with press in Las Vegas prior to accepting his award for “Male Star of Tomorrow” at the Big Scre

Madeline Knutson
Apr 6, 20192 min read


Twenty Facts We Learned About Psych: The Movie
Shawn and Gus are back! Earlier this year, USA Network announced that after 3 long years, Psych fans would be rewarded for their patience with a two-hour Psych: The Movie holiday special. At this year’s San Diego Comic Con, the executive producers and cast of Psych sat down with members of the press to discuss the power of the pineapple and what viewers can expect this December. Here are the twenty facts we learned: 1. It took James Roday a few scenes to become Shawn again W

Madeline Knutson
Aug 11, 20177 min read


My Cousin Rachel Director Roger Michell: The Blast Interview
Murder. Passion. Obsession. Three words which best describe the intense journey Roger Michell takes his audiences on in his latest film, My Cousin Rachel . Based on the novel by Daphne du Maurier, My Cousin Rachel tells the story of a young man named Philip (played by Sam Claflin) who plots revenge against his mysterious cousin Rachel (played by Rachel Weisz), believing her to be the murderer of his guardian. However, his plans become problematic when he realizes that his ob

Madeline Knutson
Jun 10, 20175 min read


Ghost In The Shell Actor Chin Han: The Blast Interview
With a career spanning more than 20 years, actor Chin Han has been able to reap the rewards that arise from hard work and commitment to your craft. Since beginning his career on the Singapore television drama Masters of the Sea in the mid-1990’s, Han has gone on to interact with the caped crusader in The Dark Knight , save a family from the end of the world in 2012 , and lead a space squadron in Independence Day: Resurgence . His latest role is playing Togusa in the Paramoun

Madeline Knutson
Mar 31, 20175 min read


Kong: Skull Island Composer Henry Jackman: The Blast Interview
Since he was a child, music has always been essential to composer Henry Jackman’s identity. From his early classical training to his exploration of electronic music production to his experiences working with Hans Zimmer, Jackman’s diverse educational background can be credited as the basis for the complex music he has since created. His work can be heard in almost every genre of film, from the animated comedy adventure Wreck-It Ralph to the action thriller Jack Reacher: Neve

Madeline Knutson
Mar 18, 20176 min read


Logan Composer Marco Beltrami: The Blast Interview
SPOILER WARNING Logan is a superhero film unlike any other. For a project this unique, it was imperative that the score be composed by someone with extensive experience in the art of film music. Composer Marco Beltrami was the perfect candidate. In his 23-year career, Beltrami has been nominated twice for an Academy Award and has worked on beloved films including 3:10 to Yuma and The Hurt Locker . He has also had substantial experience in the superhero film genre, due to hi

Madeline Knutson
Mar 18, 20174 min read


Colossal Might Fill the Kaiju Hole in Your Heart
The concept of a monster movie has existed for as long as any moviegoer can remember, making it a difficult genre to improve upon. However, sometimes the best way to attract an audience is not to follow in the traditional footsteps, but rather to create something brand new and completely unique. That is exactly what director Nacho Vigalondo did to create his upcoming science-fiction comedy, Colossal . Starring Anne Hathaway and Jason Sudeikis, Colossal ’s plot centers around

Madeline Knutson
Feb 21, 20172 min read


A Bigger Splash Stars Ralph Fiennes and Tilda Swinton: The Blast Interview
With a focus on themes including jealousy, lust, and desire, a well-accomplished cast, and an intriguing story, it is no surprise that Luca Guadagnino’s film, A Bigger Splash , is already a hit. Focusing on the intersecting lives of four characters, Marianne (Tilda Swinton), Paul (Matthias Schoenaerts), Harry (Ralph Fiennes), and Penelope (Dakota Johnson), the film’s plot takes place on the island of Pantelleria where rock legend Marianne is recovering with her partner Paul.

Madeline Knutson
May 8, 20166 min read


Ratchet and Clank Voice Actor James Arnold Taylor: The Blast Interview
Although you may not recognize his face, you have definitely heard James Arnold Taylor’s voice before. Perhaps you know him as “Ratchet” in the video game series Ratchet and Clank or as “Johnny Test” in the television series Johnny Test. These are just two of the countless roles Taylor has brought to life in projects for film, television, and video games. With his film Lego DC Comics Super Heroes: Justice League: Cosmic Clash just released and the Ratchet and Clank fi

Madeline Knutson
Mar 27, 20164 min read


Speaking Honestly with the Guys of Honest Trailers: The Blast Interview
Created by Andy Signore and Brett Weiner in 2012, Honest Trailers aims to show audiences what movies are really about, rather than the flawless trailers that the studios release. Produced by the Youtube channel Screen Junkies, the series has gathered a worldwide following and now boasts over 300 million views on its videos. In 2013, Jon Bailey replaced Brett Weiner and the new duo has covered a wide variety of films from 50 Shades of Grey to Frozen . At this year’s VidCo

Madeline Knutson
Aug 6, 20153 min read


YouTube to Film – Smosh The Movie Premiere: The Blast Interview
Since 2002, Anthony Padilla and Ian Hecox have been making people laugh around the world. Best known for their Youtube channel, “Smosh”, the two friends have amassed a dedicated following of over 20 million subscribers. This summer, the duo premiered their debut film, Smosh: The Movie , at the Westwood Village Theater in Los Angeles. Prior to the film’s release, Blast Magazine had the opportunity to speak with a collection of Youtube and media stars eager to see the film’s p

Madeline Knutson
Aug 6, 20152 min read


Singer-Songwriter Tyrone Wells: The Blast Interview
Since beginning his solo career in 2000, Tyrone Wells has released countless songs filled with positive messages and uplifting inspirations. With his songs featured in over 50 films and television shows, the Washington native loves performing and creating music so much that no other career ever seemed possible. After releasing eleven albums, Wells is still grateful for every opportunity presented to him and strives to convey that gratitude to his fans. Fresh off of his “Roll

Madeline Knutson
May 20, 20156 min read
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