Films and series to watch as of October 16th
Films and series to watch as of October 16th
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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.
In 2025
A COMPLETE UNKNOWN, James Mangold.
Timothée Chalamet, Edward Norton, Elle Fanning, Monica Barbaro, Boyd Holbrook, Norbert Leo Butz, Dan Fogler, and Scoot McNairy.
FILMS TO WATCH IN OCTOBER
Week of October 23, 2024:
Monsieur Aznavour
October 23, 2024 | 2h 13min | Biopic, Musical
Directed by Mehdi Idir, Grand Corps Malade
Starring Tahar Rahim, Bastien Bouillon, Marie-Julie Baup
The son of refugees, small and poor, with a veiled voice, many said he had no chance of success. But through hard work, perseverance, and extraordinary willpower, Charles Aznavour became a monument of French chanson and a symbol of French culture.
Transformers: The Beginning
October 23, 2024 | Action, Animation, Science Fiction
Directed by Josh Cooley
Starring Adrien Antoine, Chris Hemsworth, Philippe Lacheau
Original Title: Transformers One
This film takes place entirely on Cybertron and tells the story of how two brothers-in-arms, Optimus Prime and Megatron, became arch-enemies, leading to the greatest battle between the Autobots and Decepticons.
Fario
October 23, 2024 | Dramedy
Directed by Lucie Prost
Starring Finnegan Oldfield, Megan Northam, Florence Loiret Caille
Léo, a brilliant and hard-partying young engineer living in Berlin, returns to his village in the Doubs to sell his father’s farmland to a rare metals mining company. He reconnects with his mother, little sister, old friends, and cousin, who all oppose the mining project. Strange occurrences soon lead Léo to question everything.
Three Kilometers to the End of the World
October 23, 2024 | Drama
Directed by Emanuel Parvu
Starring Bogdan Dumitrache, Ciprian Chiujdea, Laura Vasiliu
Original Title: Trei Kilometri Pana La Capatul Lumii
Adi, 17, spends the summer in his native village nestled in the Danube Delta. One evening, he is violently attacked in the street. The next day, his world is turned upside down. His parents no longer look at him the same way, and the seeming calm of the village starts to crack.
Carla and Me
October 23, 2024 | Comedy, Drama
Directed by Nathan Silver
Starring Jason Schwartzman, Carol Kane, Dolly de Leon
Original Title: Between the Temples
Ben has lost both his faith and his voice after the death of his wife – a problem for a synagogue singer. His life is now filled with preparing children for their bar mitzvahs and enduring blind dates set up by his mother. One evening, he runs into Carla, his eccentric former music teacher, who invites him on an adventure that will change his life.
Week of October 30, 2024:
Anora
October 30, 2024 | Dramedy
Directed by Sean Baker
Starring Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yuriy Borisov
Anora, a young Brooklyn stripper, becomes a modern-day Cinderella when she meets the son of a Russian oligarch. Without hesitation, she eagerly marries her prince charming. But when word reaches Russia, the fairy tale is quickly threatened as the young man’s parents head to New York with dangerous intentions.
Flow, the Cat Who Wasn’t Afraid of Water Anymore
October 30, 2024 | Animation
Directed by Gints Zilbalodis
Original Title: Flow
Recommended for ages 8+
A cat wakes up in a world overrun by water where all human life seems to have vanished. He finds refuge on a boat with a group of other animals. But getting along with them proves to be an even greater challenge than overcoming his fear of water. Together, they must learn to overcome their differences and adapt to this new environment.
On a Tightrope
October 30, 2024 | Dramedy
Directed by Reda Kateb
Starring Aloïse Sauvage, Philippe Rebbot, Jean-Philippe Buzaud
Jo, a young woman and street circus artist, discovers the work of professional clowns from “Clowns Without Borders”. Quickly – perhaps too quickly – she joins the association and finds herself in the hospital, interacting with children, patients, healthcare workers, and families, where these clowns tirelessly try to bring joy and comfort.
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Movies
To watch as of October 16th
Discover the latest cinema releases as of October 16th! At Movieintheair.com, we keep you updated on the must-watch films. Here’s a preview of the movies showing today.
Week of October 16, 2024:
Mercy
October 16, 2024 | Comedy, Crime
Directed by Alain Guiraudie
Starring Félix Kysyl, Catherine Frot, Jean-Baptiste Durand
Jérémie returns to Saint-Martial for the funeral of his former baker boss. But between a mysterious disappearance, a threatening neighbor, and a priest with strange intentions, his short stay in the village takes an unexpected turn.
Barbès, Little Algeria
October 16, 2024 | Dramedy
Directed by Hassan Guerrar
Starring Sofiane Zermani, Khalil Gharbia, Khaled Benaissa
Malek, in his forties and single, has just moved to Montmartre and soon welcomes his nephew Ryiad, freshly arrived from Algeria. Together, they discover Barbès, the lively Algerian community neighborhood, despite the ongoing health crisis. Through encounters with local figures, Malek will come to better understand his own identity.
Wild Ones
October 16, 2024 | Animation
Directed by Claude Barras
Starring Babette De Coster, Martin Verset, Laetitia Dosch
In Borneo, on the edge of the rainforest, Kéria rescues a baby orangutan found in the palm oil plantation where her father works. Meanwhile, her young cousin Selaï takes refuge with them, escaping the conflict between his nomadic family and the logging companies. Together, Kéria, Selaï, and the baby orangutan must unite to survive.
Crossed Voices
October 16, 2024 | Documentary
Directed by Raphaël Grisey, Bouba Touré
Using rare archives, the exemplary story of Somankidi Coura – an agricultural cooperative founded in Mali in 1977 by West African migrant workers living in France – sheds light on the violence of colonial agriculture and the ecological challenges facing the African continent today.
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FILMS & SERIES PROGRAM ON TV IN OCTOBER
Mercredi / Wednesday
Arte : Habemus Papam
Jeudi / Thursday
Arte : Rematch
Chérie 25 : La Défense Lincoln
Vendredi / Friday
France 3 : Concert Aznavour
Arte : Disparue
Chérie 25 : Casse-tête chinois
Dimanche / Sunday
Arte : Hugo Cabret
Lundi / Monday
Canal + : Paris has fallen
France 3 : Dunkerque
Mardi / Tuesday
Canal + : May December
Mercredi / Wednesday
Arte : L’innocent
ARTE ‘ PROGRAM TO WATCH AS OF OCTOBER 16TH
Films
The Measured Man
On TV: Friday, October 4 at 8:55 PM
Through the perspective of a young ethnologist with questionable ethics, this fiction tackles the genocide committed at the turn of the 20th century by the German Empire in its South-West African colonies.
Set in 1896 Berlin, Alexander Hoffman, an idealistic young doctoral student, is shocked by a colonial exhibition featuring “human specimens” from the South-West African colonies. His encounter with Kezia, a young Herero interpreter, leads him to question the validity of craniometry—the measurement of skulls—one of the bases of racist theories at the time. Years later, as part of a scientific expedition to collect artifacts for German museums, Hoffman witnesses firsthand the extermination war against the Herero and Nama people.
A story rooted in one of the least known yet most horrific chapters of colonial history, The Measured Man delves into the genocides committed between 1904 and 1908 by German forces in present-day Namibia.
Les rêveurs
Available from October 7, 2024
On TV: Monday, October 7 at 10:40 PM
In a ski resort, a mysterious car accident brings four city dwellers and a farmer together… A visually stunning and emotionally intense romantic thriller by Tom Tykwer (Run Lola Run).
Saint Omer
Available from October 9, 2024
On TV: Wednesday, October 9 at 8:55 PM
Inspired by the real-life case of Fabienne Kabou, an infanticidal mother surrounded by a mysterious opacity, this courtroom drama, the multi-award-winning first feature by Alice Diop, explores the unspoken racial tensions surrounding the accused.
DOCS
Joaquin Phoenix – A Possessed Actor
Available until October 27, 2024
From Walk the Line to Joker, and from the death of his older brother River Phoenix to the mockumentary I’m Still Here, this portrait traces the rising career and tumultuous biography of a magnetic actor, fiercely protective of his privacy and dedicated to animal rights.
A Man Among Giants by Nigel Pope
Series
Rematch
Available until November 23, 2024
In 1997, IBM convinced chess world champion Garry Kasparov, who had previously defeated the supercomputer Deep Blue, to play a rematch. This captivating series turns the duel between man and AI into a psychological thriller with still-relevant undertones. Rematch won the Grand Prix at the 2024 Series Mania Festival.
McMafia, on September 14th
A young man falsifies his CV to land a job at Oslo’s top headhunting firm, but his deception quickly spirals out of control. “Head Hunter” is a crime comedy inspired by Jo Nesbø, where every misstep can be deadly.
To watch as of October 16th on Netflix
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
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.
The Great Ryan Murphy is Back!
HEARTSTOPPER SEASON 3, October 3rd
FILMS
JOY, November 22
This film tells the true story of the birth of the first “test-tube baby,” Louise Joy Brown, in 1978. It follows three British pioneers: Patrick Steptoe, a surgeon played by Bill Nighy, Robert Edwards, a physiologist portrayed by James Norton, and Jean Purdy, a nurse and embryologist played by Thomasin McKenzie. Together, they fought against significant institutional and cultural obstacles to achieve this groundbreaking medical advance, which introduced in vitro fertilization (IVF) as an assisted reproductive technology. Directed by Ben Taylor, the screenplay was developed by Jack Thorne in collaboration with his wife, Rachel Mason. The film chronicles the challenges the trio faced, particularly from the church and the media, to recognize infertility as a legitimate medical issue and provide a revolutionary solution for many couples.
“His Three Daughters”
LONELY PLANET, October 11, SUSANNA GRANT
The Diplomat, Season 2
In this new season, U.S. Ambassador Kate Wyler faces the explosive aftermath of the first season. She discovers that the attack that initially brought her to London was orchestrated by British Prime Minister Nicol Trowbridge, not a foreign nation as previously believed. This revelation plunges her into a complex investigation while she navigates tensions with her husband, Hal Wyler, and a new rivalry with the U.S. Vice President, Grace Penn, played by Allison Janney.
To watch as of October 16th on Prime Video
SERIES
Cross, on November 14
a crime thriller based on James Patterson’s novels featuring the character Alex Cross. Portrayed by Aldis Hodge, Alex Cross is a forensic psychologist and detective with the Washington, D.C. Metro Police. The show follows him as he hunts down serial killers with his best friend and partner, Detective John Sampson. Alongside solving these cases, Cross faces challenges in safeguarding his family from the perils of his profession.
The series, created by Ben Watkins, features an ensemble cast that includes Isaiah Mustafa and Juanita Jennings. With eight episodes planned, the show has already secured a second season renewal prior to its debut, signaling Amazon’s confidence in the adaptation.
Jackpot! is directed by Paul Feig and written by Rob Yescombe
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.
Films and series to watch as of October 16th on Canal+
Films and series during summer
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.
Dive into the dark and ruthless world of Gotham with “The Penguin”.
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.
Films and series to watch as of October 16th on Apple TV & Canal+
SERIES
Shrinking 2, on October 16
Before
Before, a 10-episode limited series, is a psychological and supernatural thriller premiering on October 25, 2024, with the first two episodes available immediately.
The series follows Eli, a psychiatrist played by Billy Crystal, who must confront a young boy (portrayed by Jacobi Jupe) who seems linked to his tragic past. The series delves into deep and mysterious themes, with a cast also featuring Judith Light, Rosie Perez, and Maria Dizzia. New episodes will be released every Friday, with the series finale scheduled for December 20, 2024.
Silo Season 2
The second season of Silo, a sci-fi series based on Hugh Howey’s dystopian novels, will begin on November 15, 2024.
This 10-episode season will release one episode each Friday until January 17, 2025. The story picks up from the first season, following Juliette (Rebecca Ferguson) as she continues exploring the secrets of the Silo, a massive underground bunker where the last humans reside. This season introduces Steve Zahn as Solo, a mysterious new character who may threaten Juliette’s goals.
Blitz
Synopsis: During World War II in London, 9-year-old George is sent to the countryside by his mother, Rita, to keep him safe. Determined to reunite with his family, he embarks on a dangerous adventure through a burning city, while his mother desperately searches for him.
Release Date: November 1, 2024 (selected cinemas), November 22, 2024 (Apple TV+).
Director: Steve McQueen
Disclaimers, Alfonso Cuaron, October 11th
Disclaimer is a seven-part psychological thriller directed by Alfonso Cuarón. It follows Catherine Ravenscroft, an esteemed journalist known for uncovering hidden abuses.
Her life is turned upside down when she receives a manuscript from an unknown author that reveals her darkest secrets. As she races to uncover the author’s identity, she is forced to confront painful truths that threaten to tear apart her life and family.
“La Maison”
Sunny, streaming now: a moving and thrilling series, Created by Katie Robbins (The Affair) and directed by Lucy Tcherniak
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.
To watch as of October 16th on Disney Plus
FILMS
An almost Christmas story, on November 16
“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
“How to Die Alone” created by Natasha Rothwell
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.
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.
Star Wars: The Acolyte, streaming now.
While peace seems to prevail in the High Republic and the Jedi Order is experiencing more tranquil times, several mysterious crimes are committed. This arouses the interest of the Jedi Master played by Lee Jung-Jae (“Squid Game”), who is confronted by a dangerous warrior from his past, portrayed by Amandla Stenberg (“Hunger Games”).
BECOMING KARL LAGERFELD, streaming now, created by Isaure Pisani-Ferry, Jennifer Have, and Raphaëlle Bacqués
In 1972, Karl Lagerfeld, 38 years old, is a ready-to-wear stylist still unknown to the general public. Then he will dare to measure himself against his friend and rival Yves Saint Laurent, a genius of haute couture, supported by businessman Pierre Bergé.
“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.
