As movie theaters gear up for another exciting weekend, audiences can look forward to a diverse lineup of films hitting the big screen. From superhero origin stories to chilling horror flicks, here’s everything you need to know about this week’s theatrical releases.
Madame Webb (English)
Directed by: S.J. Clarkson
Cast: Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, Celeste O’Connor, Isabela Merced, Tahar Rahim, Mike Epps, Emma Roberts, Adam Scott
In “Madame Webb,” Dakota Johnson stars as Cassandra Webb, a paramedic who discovers her clairvoyant abilities during a rescue mission. Set in New York City, the film follows Cassandra as she navigates her newfound powers to protect three young women from a deadly foe.
The Holdovers (English)
Directed by: Alexander Payne
Cast: Paul Giamatti, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Dominic Sessa, Jim Kaplan, Michael Provost, Brady Hepner, Ian Dolley
Paul Giamatti shines in “The Holdovers,” portraying a stringent classics teacher tasked with supervising students stranded on campus during the Christmas break. As tensions rise, Giamatti’s character finds himself facing professional consequences while defending a troubled student.
Bob Marley: One Love (English)
Directed by: Reinaldo Marcus Green
Cast: Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton
“Bob Marley: One Love” is a biographical musical drama chronicling the life of the legendary reggae artist. From his rise to stardom in the mid-1970s to his enduring legacy, the film delves into Marley’s journey, with Kingsley Ben-Adir delivering a powerful portrayal of the iconic musician.
Land of Bad (English)
Directed by: William Eubank
Cast: Liam Hemsworth, Russell Crowe, Luke Hemsworth, Ricky Whittle, Milo Ventimiglia
“Land of Bad” follows Air Force drone pilot Captain Eddie “Reaper” Grimm (Russell Crowe) as he provides air assistance to a US Army Delta Force unit. When Sergeant JJ “Playboy” Kinney (Liam Hemsworth) becomes part of an extraction team, they rely on remote air support to navigate a dangerous mission.
Kuch Khattaa Ho Jaay (Hindi)
Directed by: G. Ashok
Cast: Guru Randhawa, Saiee Manjrekar, Anupam Kher, Paritosh Tripathi
In this romantic drama, singer Guru Randhawa makes his acting debut as Heer, who promises to support his partner Iraa’s aspirations of becoming an IAS officer. However, a miscommunication leads to a series of misunderstandings between the two families.
Bramayugam (Malayalam)
Directed by: Rahul Sadasivan
Cast: Mammootty, Arjun Ashokan, Sidharth Bharathan, Amalda Liz, Manikandan R Achari
Set in a bygone era, “Bramayugam” is a period horror film that follows Thevan (Arjun Ashokan), a young folklore singer who explores a decaying mansion owned by the enigmatic Kunjamon Potti (Mammootty). As Thevan uncovers dark secrets within the mansion, he becomes entangled in a web of supernatural forces.
From thrilling adventures to heartfelt dramas, this week’s theatrical releases offer something for every moviegoer. Whether you’re a fan of action-packed superhero sagas or spine-tingling horror tales, there’s plenty to enjoy at the movies this weekend.
