Tag Archives: Thriller

There’s an indie political thriller that’s been getting notices on the festival circuit for some time now. It’s called “The East” and it’s directed by a dude named Zal Batmanglij. I’ve heard that it’s a pretty taut and intelligent little film, and Electroshadow is all for independent projects like these that put script and performanceContinue Reading

“The Grey” director Joe Carnahan was attached to a remake of “Death Wish” earlier this year, but then dropped out. Looks like his next project will be an adaptation of a book instead. The Hollywood Reporter broke the news today that Carnahan is in final talks to write and direct an adaptation of the crimeContinue Reading

Halle Berry stars in this thriller about a disgraced 911 operator who gets a distress call from a kidnapped girl, and must find her before time runs out…

Danny Boyle directs James McAvoy in this mind-bending crime thriller, and this red-band trailer gives us a taste of the dark and gory tone of the film…

Bradley Cooper’s star is red-hot right now. After getting numerous awards nominations (including the Oscars) for his performance in director David O. Russell’s “Silver Linings Playbook”, he now has his pick of roles. Deadline is reporting that Cooper is close to signing on to play the lead in “Dark Invasion”, a period spy thriller forContinue Reading

Colin Farrell and Noomi Rapace star in this crime thriller about two strangers who team up for a revenge mission against a mob boss…

Hong Kong legend Chow Yun Fatt stars in this period thriller about a crime lord who rules over Shanghai amidst a deadly power struggle…

Ryan Reynolds is still in search of a big hit. Hopefully, this comic book adaptation won’t turn out like the last one (“The Green Lantern”). “RIPD” is a supernatural-themed action thriller which sees Reynolds as a slain cop coming back to protect the dead, to help them “rest in peace”. Filming is apparently still ongoing,Continue Reading