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'Road House' starring Jake Gyllenhaal to stream on Prime Video on March 21

Published Mar 20, 2024 02:00 am

The action movie “Road House,” starring Jake Gyllenhaal and directed by Doug Liman, will be released on Prime Video on March 21.

“Road House” breathes a new life to the 1989 film of the same name starring Patrick Swayze.

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Jake Gyllenhaal as Elwood Dalton in "Road House" (Prime Video)

Liman is known for iconic works like “The Bourne Identity,” “Mr. and Mrs. Smith,’ “Jumper,” and “Edge of Tomorrow.”

“Road House” follows the journey of Elwood Dalton, a former UFC fighter navigating the gritty underworld of bouncing. Dalton's background as a former UFC fighter frequently leads him to rely on violence to resolve conflicts. However, beneath this tough exterior, he remains committed to delivering justice to those in need, even if it requires bending the rules.

"Here's a guy who is so gentle and caring and, at the same time, so freaking lethal. He's just a fantastic character," Liman said of Dalton.

Gyllenhaal said, "I was a huge Patrick Swayze fan since I was a kid. I had the honor of working with him on a film we did called ‘Donnie Darko.’ I come from the school of theatre, where you play roles that other people have played.”

He added, “The way Patrick defined the role and the essence of what they did was really special. We got to take that essence and reimagine it for the time we live in, so it is very different. Defying expectations is something I love to do and that, to me, is what Doug does best.”

The film boasts a dynamic soundtrack curated by composer Christophe Beck and music supervisor Randy Poster. From Breland's energetic blend of country and hip-hop to Jelly Joseph's soulful island melodies, the music of “Road House” sets the stage for each thrilling moment, enhancing the viewing experience and immersing audiences in the world of the movie.

Filmed in the Dominican Republic, “Road House” offers a visual feast for the eyes. Director Doug Liman and his team spared no expense in bringing the world of “Road House” to life, from the meticulously crafted roadhouse set to the vibrant costumes designed by Dayna Pink.

Actress Jessica Williams, who plays a pivotal role in the movie, marvels at the immersive production design, saying, "The production design was jaw-dropping."

Prepare for an action-packed retelling of “Road House” on Prime Video. Liman's daring remake promises to fascinate audiences with thrilling action, engaging characters, and a fresh perspective on a cherished classic.

“Road House” will be streaming on Prime Video on March 21 along with hundreds of other shows and films available in the Prime Video catalog, such as “Roadkillers,” “Drag Den with Manila Luzon Seasons 1 and 2,” “Linlang,” “Takeshi’s Castle Philippines,” “Comedy Island Philippines,” “Fit Check: Confessions of an Ukay Queen,” “Cattleya Killer,” and “Ten Little Mistresses”; Korean titles such as “Apartment 404,” “Marry My Husband,” and “Wedding Impossible,” anime hits such as “Rurouni Kenshin,” on top of popular and critically acclaimed Amazon Originals like “Saltburn,” “Gen V,” “The Continental," "Citadel,” “The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power,” “The Boys,” "Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan,”  and Emmy and Golden Globe winners ”Fleabag” and ”The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.” Prime Video subscribers can watch films and shows anywhere on hundreds of compatible devices.

In the Prime Video app, subscribers can also download episodes on their mobile devices and tablets and watch anywhere offline at no additional cost. Prime Video is available in the Philippines for just P149 per month.

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