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Movies Launched in South Africa during 2022

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Movies Launched in South Africa during 2022

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Grab your popcorn and get ready for a mind-blowing rollercoaster of emotions as we round up the top 5 movies that ruled the world in 2023!

Action Thriller / Adventure:

  1. "Everything Everywhere All At Once": Not your average sci-fi adventure, this hilarious and heartfelt film centers around an exhausted, tax-avoiding Chinese-American woman who gains Superman-like abilities.
  2. Recommended Films: "Medieval," "Top Gun: Maverick," "Uncharted"

Animation:

  1. "The Amazing Maurice": Prepare for a trip down to the fantastical land of anthropomorphic rodents and talking cats. This British animated film is bound to turn chaos into harmony.
  2. Recommended Film: "Puss in Boots"

Comedy:

  1. "The Estate": This dark comedy is a must-watch for fans of a whirlwind of female-driven chaos, as three estranged sisters connect over shady business deals to inherit a fortune.
  2. Recommended Films: "Triangle of Sadness," "The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent"

Crime:

  1. "Bandit": Based on a true story, this thrilling crime film follows a charming career criminal on a cross-country bank-robbing spree while evading a dogged police task force.
  2. Recommended Film: "The Batman"

Drama:

  1. "The Fabelmans": This autobiographical drama by Steven Spielberg showcases the formative years of his life and career, offering an intimate peek into the genius mind that shaped cinematic history.
  2. Recommended Films: "C'mon C'mon," "Belfast"

Gay-Themed:

Three young people navigate their relationships in "My Policeman" and become embroiled in a loving, complex love triangle. "The Ignorant Angels" is an Italian original series that offers an emotional ride about a widow and her unexpected connections with a young man.

Sci-Fi / Fantasy:

  1. "Avatar: Way Of The Water": Sequel to the 2009 box office smash, see the Na'vi tribe once again battle against powerful forces to protect their home.
  2. Recommended Films: "Doctor Strange In The Multiverse of Madness," "Thor: God Of Thunder"

Horror:

  1. "Halloween Ends": Michael Myers' nightmare continues as he and Laurie Strode engage in their final battle.
  2. Recommended Films: "The Black Phone," "Men," "X," "Mr. Harrigan's Phone"

Mystery:

  1. "Where The Crawdads Sing": A mysterious death in the swampy marshlands of North Carolina sets the stage for a captivating thriller focusing on an abandoned girl who vies for justice.
  2. Recommended Film: "The Invitation"

Thriller:

  1. "Don't Worry Darling": Set in an idyllic, dystopian desert utopia, this film delivers a bone-chilling tale of a young couple confronting dark secrets about their perfect world.
  2. Recommended Film: "Nightmare Alley"

War:

  1. "All Quiet On The Western Front": Based on the classic novel, relive the harrowing experiences of a young German soldier struggling to survive during World War I.
  2. Recommended Film: "Operation Mincemeat"

Women's Film:

  1. "Blonde": Shed light on the life of Marilyn Monroe in this controversial, critically acclaimed biopic.
  2. Recommended Films: "Good Luck To You, Leo Grande," "She Said"

South African Films:

Experience the country's heart and soul through these gripping and emotional films.

  1. "Gaia": A park ranger uncovers secrets that could change the world while protecting a mysterious, alien man and his son.
  2. "Glasshouse": A secluded dystopian town holds license for sinister secrets that foster corruption and violence.
  3. "The Umbrella Men": Battered by racial prejudice, a group of musicians seek redemption and justice through their music.

TV Series:

Join spies and agents in the thrilling odyssey of "Andor," playing out in the Star Wars universe.

Re-releases:

In 2023, fans of all ages can witness the epic adventure of E.T. and experience the heart-pounding terror of Jaws on the big screen.

National Theatre Live Screenings:

Experience live performances from London’s National Theatre, including Hamlet, Henry V, and the acclaimed opera, "Hamlet" by Australian composer Brett Dean.

Live Ballet Screenings:

Watch the magnificent Bolshoi Ballet's performance of "Spartacus," set to Aram Khachaturian's stunning score.

1: The top 5 movies of 2023 offer a blend of entertainment, featuring genres like action-thriller, animation, comedy, and more. Among them, one can find movies like "Everything Everywhere All At Once" and "The Amazing Maurice".

2: Not just movies, but also TV shows like "Andor" are part of the vast landscape of movies-and-tv entertainment in 2023, providing an engaging experience for viewers.

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