To watch as of September 25th

To watch as of September 25th

 

 

Films and series to watch as of  September 25th

 

 

Fall Festivals

 

Festival at the Forum des Images: Is the Romantic Comedy “Retrograde”? (Paris, September 17-December 1, 2024)

From September 17 to December 1, the Forum des Images in Paris is hosting a festival that reexamines the romantic comedy genre. Titled “Is the Romantic Comedy ‘Retrograde’?”, this event explores the evolution of this genre through over 90 films, cinema courses, and discussions. The festival will open on September 17 with the premiere of Les Reines du drame by Alexis Langlois, with the film’s team in attendance.

To discover the full program, visit the Forum des Images website : Forum des Images.

 

PLAY IT AGAIN

https://www.festival-playitagain.com/

The Play It Again Festival showcases restored classic films and rare cinematic gems, offering audiences a chance to experience these works in theaters once more. Running from September 18 to October 1, 2024, in over 300 venues across France, the 10th edition celebrates the theme “Let the Party Begin Again.” Organized by the ADRC, it features a mix of fiction and documentaries aimed at diverse audiences, including accessible screenings for people with disabilities​.​

 

 

 

FILMS TO WATCH IN OCTOBER

 

 

ANORA BY SEAN BAKER, PALME D’OR OF THE CANNES FILM FESTIVAL ON OCTOBER 30TH IN YOUR THEATERS

 

 

JOKER FOLIE À DEUX, Joaquin Phoenix, Lady Gaga, by Todd Philipps, as of October 2nd

 

 

 

ALL YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT  FILMS & SERIES

 

 

To watch as of September 25th

 

 

Discover the latest cinema releases as of September 25th! At Movieintheair.com, we keep you updated on the must-watch films.

STILL IN THEATERS!

🎬 Tatami

• Read the critic and the interview!

September 25

 

🎬 Megalopolis: review here

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Drama, Science Fiction
• Director: Francis Ford Coppola
• Cast: Adam Driver, Giancarlo Esposito, Nathalie Emmanuel
• Synopsis: Megalopolis is a Roman epic set in a fictional modern-day America in a state of decay. The city of New Rome is in dire need of change, leading to a major conflict between Caesar Catilina, a genius artist with the power to stop time, and Franklyn Cicero, the ultra-conservative mayor. This film promises to be a complex visual and narrative journey, blending historical elements with contemporary critiques of society and power.

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🎬 Emmanuelle

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Drama, Erotic
• Director: Audrey Diwan
• Cast: Noémie Merlant, Will Sharpe, Naomi Watts
• Synopsis: In this new adaptation of the erotic classic, Emmanuelle is on a quest to rediscover lost pleasure. She travels alone to Hong Kong for a business trip and immerses herself in a series of sensual experiences. There, she meets Kei, an elusive man who awakens deep and mysterious desires within her. This version of Emmanuelle promises an intimate and bold exploration of desire and identity.

 

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🎬 The Lucky One

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Comedy
• Director: Frank Bellocq
• Cast: Camille Lellouche, Lionel Erdogan, Michèle Laroque
• Synopsis: Benoît, eager to get money from his parents, asks a friend to pretend to be his fiancée during a family trip to Morocco. However, when she backs out at the last minute, he must convince Fiona, his Uber driver, to take her place. This film offers a light-hearted and entertaining comedy, where misunderstandings unfold in an exotic setting.

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🎬 Weekend in Taipei

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Action, Thriller
• Director: George Huang
• Cast: Luke Evans, Gwei Lun Mei, Sung Kang
• Original Title: Weekend in Taipei
• Synopsis: Weekend in Taipei tells the story of John Lawlor, a ruthless DEA agent, and Joey Kwang, a skilled driver. Fifteen years after an intense but brief romance in Taipei, their paths cross again under dangerous circumstances. The film promises high-octane action with a blend of emotions and suspense.

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🎬 Mother Land

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Horror, Thriller
• Director: Alexandre Aja
• Cast: Halle Berry, Matthew Kevin Anderson, Christin Park
• Original Title: Never Let Go
• Synopsis: Mother Land is a horror thriller in which a mother and her two sons live in isolation, entirely dependent on their home for safety. The film plunges into an atmosphere of tension and mystery as unknown forces begin to threaten their existence.

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🎬 Viêt and Nam

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Drama
• Director: Minh Quý Trương
• Cast: Thanh Hai Pham, Duy Bao Dinh Dao, Viet Tung Le
• Synopsis: Viêt and Nam tells the story of two lovers, Nam and Viêt, who work together in a coal mine 1000 meters underground. Nam dreams of a better life and embarks on a quest to find the remains of his father, a soldier who went missing during the Vietnam War, with the help of a mysterious shaman and Viêt. The film explores themes of sacrifice, love, and identity in a context of hard labor and superstition.

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🎬 Live, Die, Reborn

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Drama
• Director: Gaël Morel
• Cast: Lou Lampros, Victor Belmondo, Théo Christine
• Synopsis: Live, Die, Reborn is a poignant drama where the destinies of Emma, Sammy, and Cyril are disrupted by the arrival of AIDS in the 1980s. What could have been a simple love story becomes an intense exploration of emotions and challenges that these young people face in an era where everything seemed possible before the disease struck.

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🎬 Beautiful Creatures

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Drama
• Director: Gudmundur Arnar Gudmundsson
• Cast: Birgir Dagur Bjarkason, Áskell Einar Pálmason, Viktor Benóný Benediktsson
• Original Title: Berdreymi
• Synopsis: In this Icelandic drama, Addi, a boy raised by a clairvoyant mother, decides to protect a violent child within his group of young misfits. Left to their own devices, Addi begins to have dreamlike visions that might guide him and his friends toward redemption.

 

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🎬 After

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Drama
• Director: Anthony Lapia
• Cast: Majd Mastoura, Louise Chevillotte, Natalia Wiszniewska
• Synopsis: After is set in the heart of a night at a techno club, where the youth dance as if tomorrow doesn’t exist. When Félicie meets Saïd, she invites him to continue the party at her place, in an “after” where anything seems possible. The film explores themes of excess, youth, and fleeting encounters in an electrifying atmosphere.

 

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🎬 Riverboom

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Comedy, Documentary
• Director: Claude Baechtold
• Cast: Claude Baechtold, Paolo Woods, Serge Michel
• Synopsis: In Afghanistan in 2002, three young reporters embark on a journey that will change their lives forever. Riverboom is a humorous and reflective account of the challenges of reporting in a war zone, told through the eyes of Serge, Paolo, and Claude.

 

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🎬 Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano

• Release Date: September 25, 2024
• Genre: Documentary
• Director: Cyril Aris
• Original Title: Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano
• Synopsis: Following the explosion at the Port of Beirut on August 4, 2020, a film crew faces a dilemma: continue filming amid the chaos or abandon the project in the face of the crises engulfing the country. Dancing on the Edge of a Volcano highlights the resilience of the crew and tells the story of their struggle to continue making films amid turmoil.

 

 

 

Scott Myers : Go into the story

 

 

TO WATCH ON TV AS OF SEPTEMBER 25TH

 

Mercredi  / Wednesday 25

France 2 : À l’épreuve

Arte : La vérité

6Ter : La rafle

 

Jeudi / Thursday 26

France 5 : Les cinq vies de la Terre

Arte : Le monde n’existe pas (série)

TMC : Comment je suis devenu super héro

 

Vendredi / Friday, 27

France 5 : Virgin Suicides

Gulli : Matilda

Chérie 25 : Dalida

 

Dimanche / Sunday 29

France 3 : Brokenwood

 

Lundi / Monday 30

Canal + : Paris has fallen

France 2 : Fortune de France

Arte : La course à l’échalote

 

Mardi / Tuesday 1er 

France 4 : Hommage à Patrick Dupond

 

Mercredi  / Wednesday 2

Arte : El buen patron

 

 ARTE ‘  PROGRAM TO WATCH AS OF SEPTEMBER 25TH

 

Films

A beautiful morning directed by Mia Hansen-Løve

Sandra, a young single mother, faces personal and family challenges while trying to find balance in her life. “One Fine Morning” is a touching film that explores the deep emotions of love and relationships.

 

DOCS

Series

McMafia, on September 14th

 

Synopsis: Based on the eponymous film, this Italian series follows the Giammaresi family in Palermo during the 1970s and 1980s as they try to lead a normal life despite the omnipresent influence of the Sicilian Mafia. The tone is both comedic and dramatic, offering a unique look at life under the constant threat of the Mafia.

 

 

Shtisel are back on Arte.tv on July 19th. Listen to the podcast here!

 

 

Dicte : my favorite series at the moment!

Directed by: Kasper Barfoed

Authors: Elsebeth Egholm, Dorte Warnøe Høgh, Ida Maria Ryden

Tough and resilient, journalist Dicte Svendsen navigates between chasing scoops and personal struggles.

The impressive role of a strong-minded woman constantly on the edge, performed with rare intensity by Danish actress Iben Hjejle.

 

Samuel is 10 years old. He keeps a journal, and he has a problem: Basile told the older Julie that Samuel liked her. It’s not true; he couldn’t care less about Julie. It’s just that she laughed at one of his jokes, and he found that nice of her. Well, actually, Samuel does like Julie, but nobody must know. An animated series created by Emilie Tronche about childhood in the 2000s.

 

 

To watch as of September 25th on Netflix

 

 

Films and series during summer

SERIES

Israeli & films series

 

 

Nobody Wants This

Synopsis: An agnostic podcaster (Kristen Bell) and a rabbi on a journey of rediscovery (Adam Brody) meet at a party. Their budding relationship faces challenges from cultural differences and their respective families, who don’t make things any easier.

Release Date: September 26, 2024, on Netflix.

Creator: Erin Foster.

 

The Perfect couple, Susanne Bier, on September 5: we are looking forward to it!

The perfect life has the most to hide. Amelia Sacks is about to marry into one of the wealthiest families on Nantucket. Her disapproving future mother-in-law, famous novelist Greer Garrison Winbury, has spared no expense in planning what promises to be the premiere wedding of the season – until a body turns up on the beach. As secrets come to light, the stage is set for a real-life investigation that feels plucked from the pages of one of Greer’s novels. Suddenly, everyone is a suspect.

Starring Nicole Kidman, Liev Schreiber, Eve Hewson, Dakota Fanning, and Meghann Fahy. Directed by Susanne Bier.

 

 

A body that works created by Shay Capon, Shira Hadad, Dror Mishani: a moving and funny series.

“A Body That Works” is an Israeli drama series that explores the challenges and complex relationships surrounding surrogacy. After a series of miscarriages, married couple Elie (Rotem Sela) and Ido (Yehuda Levi) decide to turn to a surrogate mother, Chen (Gal Malka).

The series examines the emotional and ethical dynamics of this decision, as well as the impacts on the lives of all involved.

Starring Rotem Sela as Elie Avrahami, Yehuda Levi as Ido Avrahami, Gal Malka as Chen Ben-Atar, and Lior Raz as Tomer.

 

 

Rising SIMONE BILES, by Katie Walsh: a must-see!

 

 

 

HEARTSTOPPER SEASON 3, October 3rd

FILMS

LONELY PLANET, October 11, SUSANNA GRANT

 

To watch as of September 25th on Prime Video

 

Films and series during summer

 

SERIES

Don’t miss “Those About to Die”!

This new epic series directed by Roland Emmerich takes us into the era of gladiators in ancient Rome. Featuring an outstanding cast including Anthony Hopkins and Iwan Rheon, this series promises breathtaking action scenes and total historical immersion.

 

 

Jackpot! is directed by Paul Feig and written by Rob Yescombe

 

HOUSE OF THE DRAGON, season 2, now

On Prime Vidéo et Max on June 16th –  « War is coming »

Westeros is on the brink of a bloody civil war between the Green Team and the Black Team, two rival factions vying for the legitimacy of their respective rulers on the Iron Throne, King Aegon and Queen Rhaenyra.

 

My Lady Jane, Gemma Burgess, Jamie Babbit, now

The sad fate of Lady Jane Grey, who was beheaded in 1553, nine days after ascending to the throne of England.

Here, the ending is more cheerful as the monarch (played by the mischievous Emily Bader) meets a different fate: managing to save her life, she finds herself at the heart of a tale mixing action, fantasy, and romance, alongside King Edward (Jordan Peters) and her husband Guildford (Edward Bluemel).

 

FILMS

 

FREEDOM, by Melanie Laurent on November 1st

 

 

Killer heat

In this contemporary noir thriller, an expatriate private detective (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) investigates a suspicious death on the Greek island of Crete, where deep-seated jealousies simmer within the powerful family of the victim.

 

 

 

I am Celine Dion, Irene Taylor, now.

 

 

“The idea of you”, by Michael Showalter, now. Adapted from Robinne Lee’ novel.

 

 

 

To watch as of September 25th on Canal+

 

 

Films and series during summer

 

FILMS

The Outrun, Based on Amy Liptrot’s best-selling memoir and directed by Nora Fingscheidt. Starring Saoirse Ronan and Paapa Essiedu

SERIES

Paris Has Fallen

Synopsis: A terrorist group attacks a major political event in Paris. A protection agent (Tewfik Jallab) and an MI6 operator (Ritu Arya) team up to counter the attack and uncover a larger conspiracy.

Director: Oded Ruskin.

 

Zorro by Javier Quintas

Cast: Jean Dujardin, Audrey Dana, Salvatore Ficarra, André Dussollier, Eric Elmosnino, Grégory Gadebois

Synopsis: This new adaptation of Zorro reimagines the legendary masked vigilante in a modern setting while staying true to the early 19th-century era. The series promises a captivating mix of action and adventure, with the charismatic Jean Dujardin taking on the lead role. This modern version explores contemporary themes while honoring the legacy of the classic character.

 

 

The Instigators,  Doug Liman

Synopsis: Rory and Cobby, two unlikely partners, are forced to steal the earnings of a corrupt politician. When the heist goes wrong, they are pursued by the police, bureaucrats, and crime bosses. In desperation, they convince Rory’s therapist to help them escape through the city.

 

The Fortress,  John Kåre Raake

Synopsis: In the near future, amid pandemics, wars, and climate disasters, Norway decides to close its borders and become entirely self-sufficient. For ten years, Norwegians live behind a wall in what has become the safest country in the world.

 

To watch as of September 25th on Apple TV & Canal+

 

Films and series during summer

SERIES

 

Bad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen (Apple TV+),  Bill Lawrence

Synopsis: The series follows Andrew Yancy, a demoted detective turned restaurant inspector in Florida, who becomes involved in a complex murder investigation.

 

Sunny, streaming now: a moving and thrilling series,  Created by Katie Robbins (The Affair) and directed by Lucy Tcherniak (Station Eleven, The End of the F***ing World).

Lady in the Lake, Alma Har’el, streaming now.

 

 

LAS AZULES: GO FOR IT

A mini-series inspired by a true story. This eagerly awaited new television program tells the story of four women in the 1970s, ready to challenge the ultra-conservative norms of the time by joining Mexico’s first female police force.

 

FILM

WOLFS

George Clooney and Brad Pitt reunite for the action comedy WOLFS. Clooney plays a professional fixer hired to cover up a high profile crime.

But when a second fixer (Pitt) shows up and the two “lone wolves” are forced to work together, they find their night spiraling out of control in ways that neither one of them expected.

 

 

 

To watch as of September 25th on Disney +

 

FILMS AND SERIES OF SEPTEMBER

“Young woman and the sea”: a great movie, not to be missed!

Dive into the inspiring story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim across the English Channel.

Directed by Joachim Rønning and starring Daisy Ridley, this captivating biopic takes you through the challenges and triumphs of this swimming pioneer. Now available.

 

SERIES OF SEPTEMBER

Agatha All Along

The series “Agatha All Along” is a spin-off of the Marvel series “WandaVision”. It focuses on the character of Agatha Harkness, played by Kathryn Hahn, and was created by Jac Schaeffer, who is also the creator of “WandaVision.”

After being imprisoned by Wanda Maximoff in the original series, Agatha resumes her quest for power in this new project.

Synopsis:

In “Agatha All Along”, Agatha Harkness, a powerful, fallen witch, regains her freedom thanks to the intervention of a mysterious goth teenager who begs her to accompany him on the legendary “Witches’ Road.” Together, they traverse a series of magical trials that promise to restore Agatha’s lost powers while exploring the mysteries and dangers of the occult world.

Cast:

• Kathryn Hahn reprises her role as Agatha Harkness.
• Joe Locke joins the cast in an undisclosed role.
• Sasheer Zamata, Aubrey Plaza, and Debra Jo Rupp are also featured.

The series is described as a dark comedy, blending supernatural elements with an ironic tone, staying true to the spirit of “WandaVision.” This spin-off is expected to delve deeper into Marvel’s magical universe while introducing new characters and challenges.

 

 

 

“The Greatest Hits”, streaming now, a feel-good movie!

When Harriet discovers she can travel back in time by listening to certain songs, she takes the opportunity to relive beautiful memories with her ex-boyfriend. But as she reminisces about the good times, a budding romance in the present competes with her memories.

She begins to wonder if she would change the past if she could. This romantic comedy offers a fresh take on time travel and is sure to leave no one indifferent.

 

“Shogun” by Justin Mark, Rachel Kondo, streaming now.