Who says Wednesday says cinema. Today we offer you our selection of films for the week, to best guide you in the dark rooms.
1. Captain America: Brave New World – Julius Onah
The director Julius Onah, known for his innovative approach, dives into the Marvel superhero franchise with Captain America: Brave New World, where Anthony Mackie takes on the iconic role of Captain America. Alongside legends like Harrison Ford and rising stars like Danny Ramirez, this film promises a thrilling adventure.
Shortly after meeting the new President of the United States Thaddeus Ross, Sam Wilson finds himself plunged into the heart of a massive international incident. In a frantic race against time, he is forced to uncover the reason for this heinous plot before the real mastermind soon sets the entire world ablaze…
2. Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy – Michael Morris
Renée Zellweger returns in the beloved role of Bridget Jones, this time under the direction of Michael Morris. With Chiwetel Ejiofor and Leo Woodall, this new rom-com explores Bridget’s modern-day challenges. Did you know that this film is based on the 2013 novel Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy?
Bridget Jones is fifty-two years old with two children. After the death of Mark Darcy, with whom she enjoyed ten years of happiness, she is once again on a quest for the ideal man. But it’s not so easy to return to the dating market. Bridget’s misadventures have not lost their charm!
3. The Brutalist – Brady Corbet
With 10 Oscar nominations, The Brutalist by Brady Corbet is a cinematic masterpiece. Featuring Adrien Brody, Felicity Jones, and Guy Pearce, the film explores architecture and identity.
Fleeing post-war Europe, visionary architect László Tóth arrives in America to rebuild his life, career, and marriage with his wife Erzsébet, which had been severely tested by Europe’s shifting borders and regimes during the war.
Alone in a foreign land, László settles in Pennsylvania, where the eminent and wealthy industrialist Harrison Lee Van Buren recognizes his builder’s talent. But power and posterity come at a high cost.
4. Le Dernier souffle – Costa-Gavras
The master of political cinema, Costa-Gavras, returns with Le Dernier souffle, starring Denis Podalydès, Kad Merad, and Marilyne Canto. This political thriller promises a profound reflection on justice and power.
In a friendly and passionate dialogue, Dr. Augustin Masset and writer Fabrice Toussaint confront, one with the end-of-life care for his patients and the other with his own fate. Swept away by a whirlwind of visits and meetings, they embark on a sensitive journey between laughter and tears: a human adventure at the heart of all our lives.
5. Daffy and Porky Save the World – Peter Browngardt
The iconic duo from Looney Tunes returns in an animated adventure directed by Peter Browngardt. This film promises to delight long-time fans and new generations. Fun fact, the film combines traditional animation and CGI for the most immersive visual experience.
One of the greatest comedic duos in history, Daffy Duck and Porky Pig, make their grand return to the big screen in a new madcap comedy. Filled with the gags and disasters that only the Toons can create, Daffy Duck, Porky Pig, and a new addition named Petunia Pig will try to save the world from a terrible threat.