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‘Hunting Jessica Brok’ brings the action and thrills to theaters this weekend – Interview

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In our latest interview about their new action thriller ‘Hunting Jessica Brok’, Danica Jones shared how deeply invested she became in portraying the film’s fierce, determined lead. She spoke about the physical and emotional preparation that went into bringing Jessica Brok to life. From intensive stunt training to understanding her character’s layered motivations. Jones explained that what drew her to the role was the opportunity to embody a protagonist who is both resolute in her mission and profoundly human in her vulnerabilities. She also highlighted the spirit on set, praising the director and cast for fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.

Richard Lukunku, who plays the film’s central antagonist, reflected on the complexity of his character and the challenges of striking the right balance between menace and nuance. He discussed how his role required him to dig into the psychological underpinnings of his character’s choices, making the work both demanding and rewarding. Lukunku and Jones both expressed excitement about the film’s release, emphasizing that ‘Hunting Jessica Brok’ delivers intense action as well as emotional depth. They said they hope audiences will connect with the story’s blend of high stakes, personal sacrifice, and the resilience of its characters when the film premieres.

Catch it in theaters starting February 13, 2026.

Synopsis: She was a ghost. A knife in boots. Special forces-trained, war-tested, emotionally cauterized. Once upon a time, Jessica Brok had a name that meant death in several dialects. Then she went off-grid. Vanished. She renamed herself Linda. Got a kid. A dusty little house. A vulture rescue center. Because nothing screams emotional healing like feeding dead rats to scavengers. She thought she was done being a weapon. She thought wrong. Enter Daniel. Ex-lover. Ex-comrade. Ex-everything. Long presumed dead, now resurrected in her driveway with a bullet wound and a story soaked in blood. He says they’re coming — the same men who trafficked children, murdered civilians, burned entire villages to hide the evidence. The ones they didn’t kill the first time. Turns out, evil doesn’t die. It adapts. It evolves. And it has Jessica’s name on a list. What follows is a sun-scorched fever dream of violence. Jessica is dragged back into the kill-or-be-killed ballet she thought she’d retired from. Only this time she’s slower, rustier, with a daughter who might become collateral damage. They take her. They torture her. They try to make her small again. They forget who she is. Bad idea. Jessica Brok is a chemical reaction. Grief + Guilt + Training = Apocalypse. She peels off her motherhood like a skin she no longer fits in. She becomes the ghost again. The shadow. The beast in the long grass. Armed with guilt and a knife, she unravels every inch of their outfit with the precision of someone who’s memorized anatomy from the inside out. Every scar she earns is a story. Every broken bone is an indictment. Every death she delivers is a sacrament. The bush becomes a church, and she is the sermon — brutal, efficient, and unforgettable. By the end, the question isn’t whether she’ll survive — it’s whether the part of her that’s human ever comes back. Because some people go through hell. Jessica Brok built a home there.

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Ted aka Steady is a film critic and the managing editor forCountdownCityGeeks.com. He has covered some of the largest pop culture events in the world including SXSW and San Diego Comic-Con. He has also hosted a variety of events such as eSports Tourneys, film festivals, to moderating panels for some of the biggest names in entertainment including Josh Brolin, Rosario Dawson and Giancarlo Esposito.

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Tribeca Spotlight: The Team Behind Last Minute on Crafting a Timely Short Film

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05/03/2026

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Step into the world of Last Minute in this in-depth interview with director Michael Cusumano and actress Charity Schubert. In this conversation, they dive into the creative process behind their new short film, the challenges of bringing its story to life, and the themes that make it so timely and compelling.

The duo shares behind-the-scenes insights, from the film’s origins to on-set experiences, as well as what audiences can expect when Last Minute premieres at the Tribeca Film Festival this June. Whether you’re a film enthusiast, an aspiring filmmaker, or just curious about the storytelling process, this interview offers a candid look at the passion and collaboration that shaped the project.

Don’t miss this inside look at one of this year’s heartfelt festival entries and be sure to catch Last Minute at Tribeca!

Synopsis: In the days before the Internet, a single mom must scramble to bail out her 12-year-old son when he waits until the night before to start a major homework assignment.

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Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo Tease Darker Stakes and Shifting Power in Criminal Record Season 2

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04/22/2026

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In this interview, Peter Capaldi and Cush Jumbo sit down to talk about the highly anticipated return of the hit crime drama Criminal Record. From evolving character dynamics to the darker, more complex themes of the new season, both stars share what fans can expect as the story unfolds.

Hear how Capaldi approaches the morally complex DCI Daniel Hegarty, and how Jumbo’s DS June Lenker is pushed to her limits in a season filled with tension, consequences, and tough choices. They also discuss the shifting power dynamic between their characters and why Season 2 raises the

Season 2 Synopsis: The eight-episode, season two of “Criminal Record,” the critically hailed crime thriller starring Academy Award and BAFTA winner Peter Capaldi, and Laurence Olivier Award and Critics Choice Award nominee Cush Jumbo, will make its global debut on Apple TV with the first episode on Wednesday, April 22, followed by new episodes weekly through Wednesday, June 10. 

From BAFTA Award nominee Paul Rutman, “Criminal Record” is a powerful, character-driven drama set in the heart of contemporary London, exploring the impossibility of policing when the truth is up for grabs. In season two, when a young man is stabbed to death at a political rally, rival police officers June Lenker and Daniel Hegarty are forced into an uneasy alliance. But what starts as a hunt for a murderer escalates into an undercover operation to foil a Far-Right bomb plot in the heart of London. Season two reunites Capaldi as ‘Detective Chief Inspector Daniel Hegarty’ and Jumbo as ‘Detective Sergeant June Lenker.’ Dustin Demri-Burns, Luca Pasqualino, Luther Ford, Lyndsey Marshal and Peter Sullivan join the cast in addition to the returning ensemble that includes Shaun Dooley, Stephen Campbell Moore and Charlie Creed-Miles. 

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From Page to Screen: Jeremy Haun & Jason A. Hurley on ‘The Beauty’ and Building a Hit Comic Universe

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03/31/2026

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Step inside the world of comics and television with this in-depth interview featuring Jeremy Haun and Jason A. Hurley, the creative minds behind the hit FX tv series, ‘The Beauty’.

In this conversation, we explore their individual journeys through the comic industry, how their paths crossed, and the creative spark that led to the creation of ‘The Beauty’ —a bold, genre-bending series that captivated readers and eventually made the leap to television.

Jeremy and Jason share behind-the-scenes stories about developing the concept, building its unsettling yet compelling world, and navigating the challenges of adapting a creator-owned comic into a TV series. From storytelling philosophy to industry insights, this interview is packed with inspiration for comic fans, aspiring creators, and anyone curious about the evolution of an idea from page to screen.

Synopsis: In FX’s The Beauty, when international supermodels begin dying in gruesome and mysterious ways, FBI Agents “Cooper Madsen” (Evan Peters) and “Jordan Bennett” (Rebecca Hall) uncover a conspiracy that threatens the future of humanity. The investigation leads them directly into the crosshairs of “The Corporation” (Ashton Kutcher), who will stop at nothing to protect his trillion-dollar empire.

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