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  • Zoë Kravitz Shines as a First-Time Director in “Blink Twice” with Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie

    Zoë Kravitz Shines as a First-Time Director in “Blink Twice” with Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie

    Prepare to be captivated by “Blink Twice,” the directorial debut of Zoë Kravitz, known for her dynamic roles in “X-Men: First Class,” the “Fantastic Beasts” films, and the Emmy-winning TV series “Big Little Lies.” The film, which stars Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie, promises to be a perfect blend of psychological thriller and horror. “I’m a huge fan of the psychological thriller, horror genre,” says Kravitz. “You have to try to find out what’s going on.”

    A Sneak Peek into the Thrills Ahead

    Catch a glimpse of the excitement in the “First Look Featurette,” where Kravitz and her cast discuss the film’s intriguing plot and dynamic characters. Channing Tatum shares his admiration for Kravitz, saying, “Zoë Kravitz is insanely smart. She leads from a place that isn’t just all heart, and it’s not all just brain. It’s something else – and that’s what the movie really feels like.”

    A Story of Suspense and Mystery

    In “Blink Twice,” sparks fly when tech billionaire Slater King, played by Tatum, meets Frida, a cocktail waitress portrayed by Naomi Ackie, at his fundraising gala. He invites her to join him and his friends on a dream vacation to his private island. However, as strange events unfold, Frida must question her reality and uncover the truth to survive the mysterious happenings on the island.

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    Mark Your Calendars

    Don’t miss this gripping film, distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company. “Blink Twice” opens exclusively in cinemas on August 21. Get ready for a cinematic experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat!

    Join the conversation using #BlinkTwiceMovie and be part of this thrilling journey.

    Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

  • Ready for a Thrilling Ride? Watch the New Trailer for Zoë Kravitz’s Directorial Debut “Blink Twice”

    Ready for a Thrilling Ride? Watch the New Trailer for Zoë Kravitz’s Directorial Debut “Blink Twice”

    Zoë Kravitz’s directorial debut, “Blink Twice,” has released an exhilarating new trailer, showcasing a thrilling ride starring Naomi Ackie and Channing Tatum. This psychological thriller promises an unforgettable cinematic experience, opening exclusively in cinemas on August 21.

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    Plot Summary: Welcome to Paradise, or is it?

    In “Blink Twice,” Channing Tatum stars as tech billionaire Slater King, whose encounter with cocktail waitress Frida, played by Naomi Ackie, at a lavish fundraising gala leads to an invitation she can’t refuse. Frida finds herself whisked away on a dream vacation to King’s private island, where wild nights seamlessly blend into sun-soaked days.

    At first glance, it’s the perfect getaway where everyone is having the time of their lives. However, as strange occurrences begin to unfold, Frida is thrust into a whirlwind of mystery and deception. As her sense of reality crumbles, she must uncover the island’s secrets if she hopes to escape with her life.

    Meet the Team: A Star-Studded Collaboration

    Zoë Kravitz brings her vision to life as the director of “Blink Twice,” marking her remarkable feature film debut. The screenplay, crafted by Kravitz and E.T. Feigenbaum, known for “High Fidelity,” sets the stage for a captivating story. The production team includes Bruce Cohen, Tiffany Persons, Garret Levitz, Kravitz, and Tatum, with Stacy Perskie, Jordan Harkins, and Vania Schlogel serving as executive producers.

    An Ensemble Cast to Remember

    “Blink Twice” boasts an impressive ensemble cast that promises to deliver unforgettable performances. Naomi Ackie, a BAFTA winner known for “The End of the F***ing World” and “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” takes center stage alongside Channing Tatum of “Magic Mike” and “The Lost City” fame.

    The film also features Golden Globe winner Christian Slater (“Mr. Robot”), Simon Rex (“Red Rocket”), Adria Arjona (“Andor”), Kyle MacLachlan (“Fallout,” “The House with the Clock in Its Walls”), Oscar winner Geena Davis (“The Accidental Tourist”), and Alia Shawkat (“Drift,” “Search Party”).

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    Join the Thrill: Watch “Blink Twice” in Cinemas

    “Blink Twice” promises to be an edge-of-your-seat thriller that explores the thin line between paradise and peril. Mark your calendars for its exclusive cinema release on August 21. Distributed in the Philippines by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Discovery company, this film invites you to question reality and embark on a journey filled with suspense and intrigue.

    Photo & Video Credit: “Warner Bros. Pictures”

  • Naomi Ackie Stuns in “Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody”

    BAFTA-winning British actress Naomi Ackie (Netflix’s End of the F*cking World, Star Wars: Episode IX – The Rise of Skywalker plays the title character in Columbia Pictures’ Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody  (in Philippine cinemas starting Sunday, January 8).

    Watch the film’s latest trailer below.

    “I don’t even know how to describe it – Whitney has just always been there, always so present in my life,” Naomi Ackie says. “Every wedding, every funeral, every christening, birthday, karaoke, when I’m on my own, when I’m with friends. I can’t even remember the first time I listened to her music – that’s not even part of the conversation. She’s just always present.”

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    Naomi Ackie in TRISTAR pictures I WANNA DANCE WITH SOMEBODY

    Because of that, when Ackie got the call inviting her to audition, she says, she was overwhelmed by the idea of playing the icon – until everything fell into place. “I was immediately intimidated by even attempting to try it. It was just terrifying. Every time I had another round of auditions and it got closer, it still felt strange,” she says. “And then, for the final audition – it was Halloween, I was in full costume as Whitney, with the suit and the hair, singing ‘I Will Always Love You,’ and something just clicked. I suddenly understood – I could tell this story.”

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    The thing that clicked for Ackie is a stripping away of the legend and a focus on who Houston was as a performer. “She just wanted to sing,” says Ackie. “I understand that, because I have the same thing – with acting. It doesn’t get much more complicated than that. I also saw that she could be a goofball and be very silly, like me, and combine that with a real respect for her craft and a technical ability, which is always my goal, too.”

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    For Ackie, playing Whitney Houston was something of a life-changing event. “There was a power in playing Whitney that I didn’t anticipate,” she says. “I’m not a take-it-home-with-you kind of actor. Between ‘action’ and ‘cut,’ I’m all feelings, and I leave it at the door. But with Whitney, it was something different. I stepped into my own power in a way that I hadn’t been asked to do before. I wasn’t just playing Whitney Houston anymore.”

    Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance With Somebody is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.  Connect with the hashtag #IWannaDanceMovie