Harry Moore
Words by Harry Moore
The holidays are the perfect time to get together with the family and go to the movies or catch up on the year’s gems that you may have missed. Here’s a little breakdown of some of the highlights you can look forward to checking out.
At the Cinema
Wicked
One of the biggest hits in Broadway history is getting its big-screen adaptation at long last. The Jon M. Chu-directed musical takes place in the merry old Land of Oz and follows a pair of young witches who become fast friends at university before embarking on their own journeys to find themselves. Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo star. (Released Nov. 22)
Gladiator II
Ridley Scott promises to entertain with his return to ancient Rome with this long gestated sequel to his Oscar-winning epic. Paul Mescal steps into the shadow of Russell Crowe’s Maximus as a young warrior who must fight for his freedom in the gladiatorial pits of the coliseum. Denzel Washington and Pedro Pascal also star. (Released Nov. 22)
Moana 2
One to take the whole family to cause kids love Moana more than anything. The sequel finds Moana and her friends journeying out to the far seas for an adventure unlike any she’s had before. (Released Nov. 27)
At Home
Emilia Pérez
This hit from the film festival circuit is part musical, part crime saga and part trans exploration and has been called the most original film of the year. The cast has received much acclaim with Zoe Saldana and Selena Gomez being touted for awards recognition this year. (On Netflix Nov. 13)
Blitz
Celebrated filmmaker Steve McQueen’s latest film takes place in the bombing campaign of London during World War II, following a mother and her young son making their way through the war-torn city and trying to survive. Saoirse Ronan and Harris Dickinson star. (on Apple TV+ Nov. 22)
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