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UPI
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- UPI
Garrett Hedlund: 'Barron's Cove' dad is haunted by the past
1 of 5 | Christian Convery (L) and Garrett Hedlund star in the film, "Barron's Cove," now available on video-on-demand platforms. Photo courtesy of Well Go USA NEW YORK, June 15 (UPI) -- Tulsa King, Country Strong and Friday Night Lights star Garrett Hedlund says that, at the heart of his new crime thriller, Barron's Cove, is a flawed, but loving father with deep sense of self-doubt. "My son was nearing on 2 years old when I read the script," Hedlund, 40, told UPI in a recent Zoom interview. "What I realized was Caleb's underbelly through the whole film was him wondering if he was enough as a father and I thought it was so tender and so sweet that a man that had done such badness in his life and had this kind of haunted past, made all these mistakes, was so genuinely wondering if he was enough," he said. "We're so familiar with seeing kids wondering if they're enough for their parents, but I don't see as many parents wondering if they're enough for their children." Now available on video-on-demand platforms, the film was written and directed by newcomer Evan Ari Kelman. It follows Caleb (Hedlund), a grieving father with organized crime connections who kidnaps Ethan (Christian Convery), the spoiled boy he believes is responsible for his young son Barron's death. Dante Hale plays Barron, while Hamish Linklater plays Lyle, the local politician who coldly adopts Ethan just to improve his popularity with voters, and Brittany Snow plays Jackie, Caleb's heartbroken ex-wife. Hedlund said he was a fan of Christian's Netflix show, Sweet Tooth, and enjoyed sharing scenes with him, even though most were emotionally intense, with Caleb torturing and terrifying the child to find out exactly what happened to his own. "He's a talented actor. He's got an illuminated future ahead of him. He's been working steadily. He knows his stuff. He's got an arsenal," Hedlund said. "He's got a tool shed of everything that he needs and is well-equipped for any journey, so he and I got to just sit back in between takes and have fun." Christian's tech-obsessed character, however, simply radiated "entitlement" as he is questioned about how Barron ended up tragically tied to train tracks between his school and his home, Hedlund emphasized. "The lack of empathy is very interesting," he said, pointing to how Christian, like some real-life kids, doesn't seem to understand the word "no" or respect others because there are no consequences to his actions. "If you look at it through that moral lens, that a kid in this day and age, in this generation, with screens and monitors and everything, if they're so consumed with that and that's what life is, they have no awareness of the impact of their actions," he added. "To them, there's nothing dissimilar to a video game." No matter what the role is, Hedlund said he tries to give it 100 percent of his effort, then leaves it behind when it's time to move on to the next job. "I had a pretty good idea of what I was doing it for, what attracted me to the film, whose hands I was in and, then, what they would allow me to do. So, I just tried to elevate everything that was on the page," Hedlund said about Barron's Cove. "When you feel like you've done something or relate just a fragment of what a guy like this would express as he's going through such events, you're able to put it down, focus on the next day," he added. "I would struggle more to put it down had I shorted myself on screen every day or been too afraid to express an emotion. But, I love these films and, no matter if it's a thriller, I still always look at it like it's any other drama." Tramell Tillman, Raúl Castillo and Stephen Lang co-star.
Scoop
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Trailer Release For Samuel Van Grinsven's Haunting Canterbury-set Ghost Story, Went Up The Hill
Starring Vicky Krieps (Phantom Thread, Corsage) & Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things) A haunting and emotionally charged film set against the raw beauty of the Craigieburn Valley in New Zealand's South Island - WENT UP THE HILL will have its New Zealand Premiere at Whānau Mārama, the New Zealand International Film Festival (NZIFF) ahead of a nationwide theatrical release in New Zealand this September. Directed by Canterbury-born Samuel Van Grinsven (Sequin in a Blue Room), the story follows Jack (Dacre Montgomery), who travels to remote New Zealand for the funeral of his estranged mother. There he meets her widow, Jill (Vicky Krieps), and over the course of several unsettling nights, both are possessed by Elizabeth's ghost, who uses their bodies to communicate with the other from beyond the grave. Starring acclaimed international actors Vicky Krieps (Corsage, Phantom Thread), Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things, Elvis), and iconic New Zealand performer Sarah Peirse (Heavenly Creatures, Sweet Tooth), the film is a supernatural thriller rooted in grief. Shot at Lake Pearson luxury lodge Flockhilll on the Great Alpine Highway, the film is deeply influenced by the landscape's emotional and physical isolation. It's an intimate story about control and letting go, set in a place where nature mirrors the characters' inner lives. ' WENT UP THE HILL is an intimate, modern ghost story that dances in the tension between genres to explore the extremities of grief in our pursuit of letting go, ' says Samuel Van Grinsven. ' It was inspired by nostalgic memories of my childhood in New Zealand's remote South Island.' ' The film has the very unique idea of a ghost story between three characters, played by only two actors, Krieps and Montgomery.' Van Grinsven commented, ' both actors are quite fearless in the way they approach character and in what they choose to make as artists. ' Produced by Vicky Pope (Pike River, Savage), and legendary Australian elevated genre producers Samantha Jennings and Kristina Ceyton of Causeway Films (The Babadook, Talk to Me, Bring Her Back), the film blends intense performances with a bold, restrained visual language. Says Pope ' This film is such a great example of how profoundly NZ filmmakers are influenced by our landscape. There's a strong lineage of 'cinema of unease' in NZ film; films like The Piano, Vigil or In My Father's Den, that have an almost gothic sensibility and beauty to them.' The exciting trans-Tasman collaboration saw some of the best creative heads from each country come together, including New Zealand screen production veterans; Costume Designer Kirsty Cameron (The Power of the Dog, Whale Rider, Pike River), Hair & Makeup Designer Stefan Knight (Sweet Tooth, Heart Eyes, M3GAN), Art Director Ben Milsom (Avatar: The Way of Water, King Kong) and composer Hanan Townshend (Knight of Cups) along with Australian heads of department including; Director of Photography Tyson Perkins (Mystery Road: Origin), Production Designer Sherree Philips (Babyteeth, Dopegirls), Emmy award-nominated Editor Dany Cooper ASE (Carmen, The Legend of Molly Johnson, Breath), and Academy Award winning Sound Designer Robert Mackenzie (Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Hacksaw Ridge). A festival and critics' favourite, the film premiered to critical acclaim at the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival and has since been selected for a string of prestigious festivals, including Adelaide and Sydney with sold out screenings, alongside Thessaloniki, Torino, Glasgow, Dublin and Luxembourg City, where it won the coveted Audience Award. WENT UP THE HILL is an official New Zealand/Australia co-production, financed with principal production investment from the New Zealand Film Commission and Screen Australia with support from Screen CanterburyNZ.
Gizmodo
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Gizmodo
Watch the Wild ‘Twisted Metal' Moment We've All Been Waiting For
The first season of Twisted Metal was way, way better than it had any right to be. However, it was missing one small thing—the actual best part of Twisted Metal. Well, don't fret, fans of chaotic car carnage. That moment is finally here in Twisted Metal season two, and you can catch a glimpse in a very cool new clip. We're talking, of course, about the actual Twisted Metal tournament. Cars, trucks, and motorcycles covered in weaponry, hitting the open road and fighting to the death. It's what made the video game series popular enough to get its very own show and now, in season two, with the characters and world established, it's game on. Here's a brand new clip of the moment the tournament starts. Look, we get it. No one was particularly excited for a show based on Twisted Metal. But, clearly, the first season resonated enough that a second season is coming and let us just say, the show is a blast. The first season may not have had that big, epic tournament the original franchise is based on, but what it did was establish a world where something like that makes total sense, and introduce all the players so that you have some emotional connection to all the mayhem and destruction. Season one of Twisted Metal ended with John Doe (Anthony Mackie) and Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz) being selected for the tournament, after a bunch of high-stakes adventures that put their lives on the line. Along the way, John and Quiet met the likes of Twisted Metal poster boy Sweet Tooth (voiced by Will Arnett and played by Samoa Joe), and in this season, we're introduced to Calypso, played by Superman and Barry star Anthony Carrigan. It's his tournament and the winner will be granted any wish they want. Twisted Metal is showrun by Michael Jonathan Smith (Cobra Kai) and returns to Peacock on July 31. Trust us, it's a blast. Figuratively and literally.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
The Survivors OTT Release Date: When and where to watch Charlie Vickers and Yerin Ha's murder mystery series
The Survivors OTT Release Date: If you're a fan of spine-chilling murder mysteries, dark secrets, and emotional roller coasters, get ready for this edge-of-your-seat drama that will leave you questioning everything. Set against the haunting backdrop of a small seaside town, The Survivors is adapted from Jane Harper's novel of the same name and is set to stream on Netflix starting June 6, 2025. What is The Survivors all about? Welcome to Evelyn Bay, a seemingly old-fashioned town where everyone knows everyone, and yet, no one really knows the whole story. Nestled along the rugged coastline of Tasmania, Evelyn Bay's beauty hides its dark underbelly. Towering cliffs, crashing waves, and pristine beaches provide the perfect setting for The Survivors' six episodes, which explore the lives of its inhabitants, whose pasts are far from peaceful. Kieran Elliott (played by Charlie Vickers) and Mia Chang (played by Yerin Ha) return to Kieran's childhood home, expecting to care for Kieran's ailing father. But what awaits them is a town filled with ghosts from the past. The body of a young woman washes up on the beach, and suddenly, the tight-knit community is thrust into a web of secrets, guilt, and murder. Who else stars in this? The stellar cast of The Survivors brings this story to life with performances that will stick with you long after the credits roll. Charlie Vickers (known for The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power) plays Kieran, the man who must face his haunted past when tragedy strikes once again. Yerin Ha (who's appeared in Bridgerton and Halo) plays Mia, Kieran's supportive but conflicted partner. And the supporting cast is just as impressive. From Robyn Malcolm (Sweet Tooth) to Damien Garvey (Nautilus), each actor brings their A-game to their role. Filmed in Tasmania, the eerie, windswept landscape of Eaglehawk Neck becomes the perfect backdrop for this emotional limited series.
The Age
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Age
I dated a friend. After we broke up, we found a way to be mates again
This story is part of the May 11 edition of Sunday Life. See all 13 stories. New Zealand-born musician and actor Marlon Williams, 34, is best known for playing Johnny Abbot in the Netflix series Sweet Tooth. But before acting, his music career connected him with several strong women, including Lorde. As he discusses the influential women in his life, he's weighing up marriage and kids with his current partner. My paternal nanna, Rīeka, was the daughter of a Māori minister who didn't speak any English. She had seven children with my grandfather and raised them on her own when he left. My dad, David, was the man of the house from the age of seven. I used to sing gospel songs with Nanna as a child. She met an amazing man, Rod, later in life – they bought a house bus when she was in her 50s, and spent the last 15 years of her life going up and down the country. She was the matriarch of the family and everybody loved her. She died when I was 17. My maternal nanna, Josie, was born in Dover, England, and moved to New Zealand in the 1950s after she met my grandfather in London. She celebrated her 97th birthday in October. She is very straightforward, has a daily routine and doesn't want for much; she finds joy in the simple happenings of a normal day. I live a very fast-paced life, and when I sit with her, I am forced to slow down. My mum, Jennifer Rendall, is a visual artist and paints. She has an artist's eye of the world, and is good at finding beauty in landscapes and in structures that aren't obvious to others. She has instilled that aesthetic view of the world in me. She brought me up singing Māori songs and encouraged me with my creative career. The artwork on my new album is a drawing she made in the months before I was born. I am an only child. Marriage is something I can see happening one day; I am not one of these modern anti-marriage people. Marlon Williams, musician When I was nine, I saw the movie Labyrinth and fell in love with actress Jennifer Connelly. She was 15, and I wished she was my babysitter. Before that, I had a crush on Dorothy from The Wizard of Oz. I had my first kiss aged 11 while playing spin the bottle at primary school. I also remember seeing a girl I had a crush on holding hands with another boy. My heart sank – it was that first stab of the heart that cuts deep. My first high school girlfriend was a violinist – we connected through music. We were both in My Fair Lady. We dated for a few months when I was 14.
