STACK #252 October 2025

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GARETH EDWARDS

British director Gareth Edwards has taken the reins of the Jurassic franchise, but it’s far from his first rodeo. The acclaimed filmmaker has made his mark with high-concept, big-screen spectacles like The Creator and Rogue One: A Star Wars Story – each stamped with his distinct creative voice. Let’s explore some of his signature trademarks. Themes of humanity Edwards often examines humanity’s vulnerability in the face of immense forces. From colossal monsters to intergalactic conflict and advanced AI, his characters may be overshadowed by scale, yet they are ultimately defined by their resilience. Quasi-docustyle OK, we admit it – we made that term up. But what we mean is that Edwards’ films carry a striking realism, often shot with an almost documentary-like perspective. This approach lends authenticity to even his most outrageous set pieces. Scale and awe Edwards excels at conveying scale and awe, often positioning the camera at human level to highlight colossal creatures, machines, and environments. Through wide frames, careful reveals, and striking contrasts, he amplifies their immensity while keeping the audience grounded.

OCTOBER

What’s a movie you saw as a child that has left a lasting impression on you? The Lion King ! It is one of my favourite Disney films. Timon gave some really good life advice: Hakuna matata. What’s one of your all-time favourite films, and why? Hands down, How to Train Your Dragon . I can quote the full movie, I want a Night Fury, it makes me cry every time I watch it. The list of reasons why I love it is endless. What’s one of your all-time favourite TV series, and why? Now this is hard. Demon Slayer (anime) as it is awesome and the manga was just as good. And Outlander . I’m half Scottish and the history of the show is so good to watch. What have you been watching lately that you’d recommend? Watch Jujutsu Kaisen . Honestly, I would recommend this anime. The story will keep you on your toes. Oh, and an unpopular opinion, Megumi is the best!

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FUN FACT

CAMERON CLARKE @ JB Home Marsden Park, NSW

There is a statue of Jason Voorhees from Friday the 13th at the bottom of Lake Crosby in Minnesota, USA. Talk about creepy!

What’s the best thing about working at JB? I would have to say it’s the friends and family I have made here. The staff discount to fuel my collection is pretty cool too.

QUIZ

titled Neither Shaken Nor Stirred ? Q3 Who in 1967 played the two newlyweds who lived on the top floor of a lift-less apartment building? Q4 What was the first “horror movie” to win a ‘Best Picture’ Oscar? Q5 Name the classic 1952 film which shows frequent shots of a ticking clock which coincides exactly with the film’s running time? Q6 Which actor who

featured in Die Hard was making his film debut? Q7 And what was the name of the skyscraper in Die Hard ? Q8 What crime movie revitalised John Travolta’s film career? Q9 Who played the iconic femme fatale in a 1944 film noir that won seven Academy Awards? Q10 “Oh, good. For a moment I thought we were in trouble.” is the closing line for which 1969 movie?

IN DEVELOPMENT

Anyone over 40 knows Knight Rider ; anyone younger is in for a treat. A big-screen movie is in the works from Cobra Kai creators Jon Hurwitz, Hayden Schlossberg, and Josh Heald. Ahead of its time, the original 1982 series starred

Q1 In which 1971 movie does a young boy carry messages between two lovers? Q2 Which film star’s biography was

David Hasselhoff as a modern crime fighter with an AI-enhanced car named

KITT. A global phenomenon, it spawned three TV movies, sequels, spin-offs, video games, and more. The new film will reportedly be produced by David Leitch ( The Fall Guy ) through his 87North company.

SEPTEMBER 2025 (Issue 251) ANSWERS - A1. Unforgiven (1992) A2. Gladiator (2000) A3. What Ever Happened to Baby Jane (1962) A4. Midnight Run (1988) A5. Felix Leiter A6. Here Comes Mr Jordan A7. Humphery Bogart, James Cagney, and Edward G. Robinson A8. The Wild Bunch A9. Skynet A10. Jack Hawkins to Charlton Heston from Ben Hur (1959)

OCTOBER 2025

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