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Hollywood Action Films Get Fresh Attention

Updated 2026-09-14 12:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Two new action films premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, drawing attention to Hollywood’s leading actors and directors. 'Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother' features Mahershala Ali in a leading role, while 'Kick On' showcases real stunts by director Nick Kozakis.

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Variety

‘John Wick Cracked Out on Meth’ Toronto Midnight Madness Film ‘Kick On’ Director Nick Kozakis Says Real Stunts Sell the Brutality

There’s a severed head on set, a childhood friend swinging fists in an elevator, and a director who wanted every drop of blood shot for real. Australian filmmaker Nick Kozakis’s action-horror film “Kick On” makes its world premiere in the Toronto International Film Festival&#

2026-09-14 12:09 UTC

Variety

‘Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother’ Review: A Blistering Spiritual Actioner Finally Gives Mahershala Ali a Leading Role Worth His While

Since winning two Oscars in three years less than a decade ago, Mahershala Ali has bided his time as one of Hollywood’s great untapped commodities. Not counting some disposable franchise support duty, he’s had only a fine performance in the gloopy sci-fi “Swan Song” to remind

2026-09-14 12:10 UTC