Tag: Alec Baldwin

Crescent City: A Riveting New Crime Thriller

Terrence Howard and Esai Morales star in Crescent City. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

So just what is the appeal of movies centered around a serial killer? These types of movies captivate audiences through their intense psychological exploration and suspenseful storytelling. They explore the darkest corners of human nature, offering a fascination with the macabre and a glimpse into the minds of criminals whose motives and methods challenge our understanding. The blend of fear, mystery, and the hunt for justice keeps viewers on edge, while the intricate plotting and character development provide a compelling narrative. (Cinematic Red PR, 2024)

In today’s movie news, the newest one out there is Crescent City, starring Terrence Howard, Esai Morales, Alec Baldwin, and Nicky Whelan in a mesmerizing crime thriller about what it costs to catch a killer.

Crescent City opens in theaters on August 16, 2024 and is available on digital and On Demand.

When a relentless serial killer terrorizes a small southern town, everyone becomes a suspect, including local authorities. As the body count rises and the dark mystery deepens, the chief detective becomes haunted by the horrors of his past.

Director: RJ Collins
Writer: Rich Ronat
Executive Producers: Angie Sanfilippo, Cole Garson, Paul Swigart, Richie Hill, Barry Brooker, Stan Wertlieb, Josh Spector, Matthew Hechinger, Nat Mccormick, Brian O’Shea, Rick Dugdale, Sean Lydiard, Eric Brenner, Anjul Nigam, Jeff Rice, Michael Sirow, Mira Park Howard, Andrea Collins, Inna Tuler, Vladislav Lapidus
Producers: Denise Loren, Eduard Osipov, Vince Jolivette, David Lipper, Robert A. Daly Jr.
Rating: R for violence, grisly images, language throughout, and sexual content.
Genre: Crime, Thriller
Runtime: 103 Mins

Courtesy photo, used with permission.

Experience Clear Cut: Thrills, Chills, and Unexpected Twists

Lochlyn Munro in Clear Cut. Photo: Lionsgate, used with permission.

Thrillers are some of my favorite types of movies. They captivate audiences with suspenseful plots, heart-pounding tension, and unexpected twists and skillfully blend mystery, danger, and psychological intrigue. Complex characters face dangerous situations, often involving crime, espionage, or the supernatural. With atmospheric cinematography and gripping soundtracks, thrillers create an immersive world of uncertainty, where every moment counts towards an electrifying climax. In today’s movie news, if you’re looking forward to the next thriller, there’s a new one coming out next month from Lionsgate: Clear Cut.

Clear Cut – Every moment is filled with danger for a man cutting timber in the Pacific Northwest, but Jack becomes the target of a brutal assault from more than the elements in this action-packed thriller. As Jack ventures deeper into the woods, he crosses paths with a criminal band of madmen from his past intent on killing him before he can fight his way back to civilization. Academy Award Nominee Alec Baldwin, Stephen Dorff, and Tom Welling star in an electrifying drama about one man’s treacherous journey on the road to redemption. (EG-PR, 2024)

Genre: Thriller
Rating: R
Running Time: 88 mins
Release Date in theater, digital, and on demand: 7/19/2024 (US and Canada)

Cast: Clive Standen, Lucy Martin, Jesse Metcalfe, Tom Welling, Lochlyn Munro, Chelsey Reist, Tom Stevens, Mike Dopud, Stephen Dorff, Alec Baldwin

Director: Brian Skiba
Writer: Joe Perruccio

Executive Producers: Eric Bromberg, Ram Getz, Greg Meyer, Nick Mao, Michael Mortensen, Jordan Wayne Nott, Matthew Helderman, Luke Taylor, Tyler Gould, Kirk Shaw, Stephanie Rennie

Clear Cut will be released July 19. 2024. Photo: Lionsgate, used with permission.