Dive into another exhilarating week of cinematic magic! From Spider-verse’s multiverse adventures to the signature quirk of Wes Anderson, and Meryl Streep’s foray into TV mysteries, there’s a rich tapestry of narratives awaiting your attention. Buckle up for the ride!
MOVIES
Across the Spider-verse – Phil Lord and Chris Miller
The animated sensation returns! The Spider-verse series, with Miles Morales at its heart, boasts an unmatched visual spectacle. While its intricate animations often steal the spotlight, the strong performances, especially by Shameik Moore and Hailee Steinfeld, ground the story.
Asteroid City – Wes Anderson
Wes Anderson’s whimsical world has a new address: Asteroid City. With Edward Norton penning a play and Scarlett Johansson captivating with her charm, Anderson crafts another memorable ensemble tale set in a brilliantly bizarre backdrop.
Streaming now on Peacock
Heart of Stone – Tom Harper
Gal Gadot shifts gears from her Wonder Woman persona, but keeps the intensity alive. Heart of Stone, with its nail-biting sequences and thrilling narrative, showcases Gadot in her element as she battles to keep the world in equilibrium.
Streaming now on Netflix
Beatrix – Lilith Kraxner & Milena Czernovsky
Dive deep into the minutiae of life. With meticulous attention to detail, Kraxner and Czernovsky craft a narrative that’s both poetic and profound, making ordinary moments shine with significance.
Where to Stream: Le Cinéma Club
Red, White and Royal Blue – Matthew Lopez
It’s international politics meets heart-throbbing romance. With Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine playing the roles of rivals turned lovers, and Uma Thurman as the formidable POTUS, this drama is charged with both romance and international stakes.
Streaming now on Prime Video
Incredible But True – Quentin Dupieux
Delve into the bizarre, where reality and absurdity merge. With Dupieux at the helm, every minute is unpredictable, and the storyline, as quirky as it sounds, holds deeper meanings for those willing to search.
Streaming now on MUBI
SHOWS
Only Murders in the Building (season 3)
When Meryl Streep graces the small screen, you know you’re in for a treat. Teaming up with comedic legends Steve Martin and Martin Short, and pop sensation Selena Gomez, Streep adds another layer of intrigue to an already riveting mystery set in New York’s Arconia.
Streaming now on Hulu
Billions (season 7)
The financial battlefield heats up as Damian Lewis returns, challenging both Paul Giamatti and Corey Stoll. Intrigues, power plays, and financial maneuvers – this season promises an explosive confrontation.
Streaming now on Paramount Plus With Showtime
Airing Sunday, Aug. 13 at 9 p.m. ET on Showtime
Painkiller (Limited Series)
Venture into the dark underbelly of the opioid epidemic. With Matthew Broderick portraying the influential Richard Sackler and Uzo Aduba investigating the crisis, this series is set to be both an eye-opener and a gripping drama.
Streaming now on Netflix
High School Musical: The Musical: The Series (Season 4)
The Wildcats gear up for one last hurrah. With Disney setting its lens on them, can they find their voice amidst the chaos? Dive in to find out!
Streaming now on Disney Plus
Lights, camera, action! Your cinematic journey awaits! 🎬🍿
