UK film previews: 'Materialists' hits 687 cinemas, while 'Nobody 2' and disturbing horror flick 'Together' debut
In the world of cinema, this week is packed with a variety of new releases that cater to diverse tastes. Here's a roundup of some of the most anticipated films gracing our screens.
Dakota Johnson stars as a New York City matchmaker in the romantic drama, Materialists. Directed by Celine Song, the film also features Pedro Pascal and Chris Evans. Materialists leads this weekend's new films at the UK-Ireland box office, having opened in 687 cinemas and holding previews from Wednesday in 593.
For families, the animated film Super Charlie, based on Camilla Lackberg's children's book series, is a must-watch. The story follows 10-year-old Willie, who dreams of becoming a superhero alongside his policeman father. However, his plans are disrupted when his newborn baby brother Charlie arrives, who turns out to have actual superpowers. The film combines humor, family themes, and superhero adventure, featuring a playful and colorful animation style suitable for kids and adults alike.
In War 2, Hrithik Roshan returns as the impassable villain Agent Kabir. This action-packed sequel, distributed by Yash Raj Films, starts in 298 sites.
For those seeking a more introspective cinematic experience, Love by Dag Johan Haugerud is a film that explores the complexities of relationships. Love ran in competition at Venice in 2024 and has started with £6,866.
Meanwhile, Together stars Dave Franco and Alison Brie and tells a compelling story that premiered at Sundance this year and played Locarno this month.
In the realm of documentaries, Motherboard chronicles the Bafta-winning director's journey through single motherhood after falling pregnant at 38. The film opens in 16 sites via Tull Stories.
Japanese fantasy animations make a return this week with a 4K restoration of Hayao Miyazaki Studio Ghibli's "Princess Mononoke" and Mamoru Hosoda's "Wolf Children". For those who appreciate classic cinema, Jim Jarmusch's 1999 "Ghost Dog: The Way Of The Samurai" returns to 29 cinemas via Park Circus.
In addition, Night Always Comes, directed by Benjamin Caron and starring Vanessa Kirby, opens this weekend via Netflix. Nobody 2, a sequel to the 2021 film Nobody, starts with action comedy starring Bob Odenkirk, directed by Timo Tjahjanto.
Lastly, the Institute of Contemporary Arts (ICA) is holding an exclusive screening of Catarina Ruivo's "My Grandmother Trelotótó".
As for holdovers, key films this weekend include Warner Bros' "Weapons", Disney's "Freakier Friday" and "The Fantastic Four: First Steps".
Meanwhile, Kaleidoscope Entertainment is distributing another animation, "Super Charlie", based on Camilla Lackberg's children's book series. Miracle Comms launches Michel Fessler's live-action "Bambi: A Tale Of Life In The Woods" in 136 cinemas. Entertainment Film Distributors starts Michael Shanks' body horror film Together in 525 sites. Bulldog Film Distribution releases Caroline Ingvarsson's "Unmoored" in six sites.
In other news, Dreams opened on August 4 and has started with £6,866. Dreams won the Berlinale Golden Bear award in 2024. Sarajevo Film Festival director Jovan Marjanovic discusses efforts to engage the Bosnian community.
This week, there's something for everyone at the cinema, from family-friendly superhero adventures to introspective romantic dramas and thought-provoking documentaries. So, grab your popcorn and enjoy the show!
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