Pedro Pascal’s ‘Freaky Tales’ Brings Star-Studded Action and ’80s Nostalgia to Life

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Are you prepared to witness an extraordinary collaboration between Pedro Pascal and Ben Mendelsohn in their upcoming film? Lionsgate is harkening back to the ’80s with the unveiling of the first trailer for “Freaky Tales,” a grandiose action-comedy. Written and directed by Ryan Fleck and Anna Boden, who co-directed Captain Marvel, this modern twist on an old formula aims to breathe fresh life into the heist genre by merging four interwoven stories into a single climactic confrontation. Reminiscent of ’80s hip-hop and action movie culture, “Freaky Tales” is all set to captivate audiences before its theatrical release on April 4.

Could you be pondering: Which type of production unites Pascal, Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Tom Hanks, and Normani? A multi-genre crime movie set in Oakland seems plausible, but relax, the long-awaited trailer has arrived to give viewers a sneak peek. In fact, Lionsgate has unveiled the first glimpse of Freaky Tales, a film that weaves together four diverse narratives reminiscent of Pulp Fiction, all intersecting in Oakland, California, during 1987.

The movie, created by Boden, Fleck, Jelani Johnson, and Poppy Hanks, strives to fully leverage its talented cast by intertwining distinct and contrasting narratives. Here is the formal summary of the storyline:

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This film, crafted by Boden, Fleck, Jelani Johnson, and Poppy Hanks, aims to make the most of its exceptional ensemble cast by braiding diverse and disparate tales. The following is the official description of the plot:

1987 Oakland serves as the backdrop for the vibrant mixtape-style anthology, Freaky Tales. This eclectic mix of characters – an NBA star, a crooked cop, a female rap duo, rebellious teenagers, neo-Nazis, and a debt collector – are on a crash course in a delirious vision filled with confrontations and clashes. Hip-hop trailblazer Too $hort serves as the executive producer, with an impressive cast that includes Pedro Pascal, Ben Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, Angus Cloud, and Tom Hanks. This gritty amalgamation of high-octane action, biting wit, gruesome deaths, and cunning plot twists promises a thrilling, rollercoaster ride.

The Cast of ‘Freaky Tales’ Is Bringing Everything to the Table

For the highly anticipated action movie set to debut in 2024’s Sundance Film Festival, some of the most renowned talents from Hollywood grace the cast list, including Pascal, Mendelsohn, Jay Ellis, Normani, Dominique Thorne, Jack Champion, Ji-young Yoo, Angus Cloud, and Tom Hanks. This independent film boasts an impressive roster of A-list celebrities.

In the movie “Freaky Tales”, the cast is truly impressive. It’s noteworthy because it signifies Normani’s initial foray into films, marking her acting debut. On the other hand, it serves as the final film release for the late Euphoria actor, Cloud, after his passing. This gives “Freaky Tales” a mix of excitement and melancholy feelings.

Pascal and Mendelsohn, both experienced in Disney productions, are creating a stir. The latest teaser for “The Fantastic Four: First Steps” unveiled Pascal as Reed Richards (Mr. Fantastic), while he also stars in the independent film “Freaky Tales.” Pascal is excited about the action-packed nature of the movie. On the other hand, Mendelsohn is known for his roles in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, particularly Talos and Krennic from “Rogue One” and “Andor” respectively. “Freaky Tales” brings him together with directors Boden and Fleck, who previously collaborated with Mendelsohn on “Captain Marvel” and the lesser-known 2015 thriller “Mississippi Grind.

The impending release of “Freaky Tales” seems to be an unusual, humorous take on storytelling that promises not to be missed. (This version tries to convey the original meaning while making it more accessible and natural in everyday language.)

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2025-02-18 23:33