As someone who has always been captivated by the dark allure of horror films and their intricate narratives, I’m thrilled to see the prequel to Roman Polanski’s classic “Rosemary’s Baby” – “Apartment 7A”. Julia Garner’s portrayal of Terry Gionoffrio piques my curiosity, especially given her background as a dancer and the eerie connections to the infamous Bramford building.
This month sees some of the most highly anticipated movies of 2024, including Oscar winners and celebrated actors, hitting streaming services as the autumn movie season begins. For example, A24’s two buzzworthy films are expected to make Max a preferred choice for film enthusiasts in September. Alex Garland’s “Civil War,” which caused quite a stir earlier this year, is scheduled to debut on Max on the 13th of September, while the critically acclaimed horror drama with a queer theme, “I Saw the TV Glow,” follows closely on the 20th. Both films are not-to-be-missed dramas.
Meanwhile, Apple TV+ aims to attract new subscribers through the collaboration of famous actors George Clooney and Brad Pitt in the series “Wolves”. This dynamic duo from the “Ocean’s” trilogy portray rival fixers who are compelled to join forces. The action-comedy-drama will have its grand premiere at the Venice Film Festival, followed by its streaming release. Notably, Jon Watts, known for directing Tom Holland’s “Spider-Man” films, is the director of this production.
To discover the top movies hitting the streams in September 2024, take a look at the list provided hereafter.
Civil War (Sept. 13 on Max)
Alex Garland’s “Civil War” earned critical acclaim earlier this year and a strong $122 million at the worldwide box office, and now it’s making its streaming debut on Max. Kirsten Dunst plays a jaded war photographer who journeys through a war-torn America in order to get one of the last interviews with the U.S. president. The supporting cast includes Wagner Moura, Cailee Spaeny, Stephen McKinley Henderson and Nick Offerman. From review: “The press are the good guys, but also kind of the bad guys, in Alex Garland’s virtuosic ‘Civil War,’ a jarring ground-level account of what a near-future disunification of the United States might look like.”
Wolfs (Sept. 27 on Apple TV+)
Brad Pitt and George Clooney join forces again in the action-comedy-drama “Wolves,” directed by Jon Watts, known for his work on the Spider-Man trilogy. The movie will have a one-week theater release beginning September 20, following its world premiere at the Venice Film Festival. After that, it will be available worldwide on Apple TV+ starting September 27. In the film, Pitt and Clooney portray adversaries who must team up when they find out they’ve been assigned the same task.
The Boy and the Heron (Sept. 6 on Max)
Hayao Miyazaki’s “The Boy and the Heron” will premiere for U.S. streaming this month exclusively on Max, adding another masterpiece from Studio Ghibli to their extensive library. This movie, which won an Oscar for best animated feature and earned nearly $300 million globally, tells a story about a young boy named Mohito who, after experiencing the loss of his mother, embarks on a journey through a wondrous realm where life and death intertwine.
I Saw the TV Glow (Sept. 20 on Max)
Jane Schoenbrun’s film “I Saw the TV Glow” was one of A24’s major hits at Sundance and grossed $5 million at the domestic box office this summer. The movie features Justice Smith and Brigette Lundy-Paine as two troubled high school students who share a passion for a popular cult TV series. However, the show and strange occurrences in their real lives cause them to doubt their reality and self-identity. According to the review: “The character-driven narrative is where ‘I Saw the TV Glow’ is most impactful, with its foundation being the tense, unspoken connection between two individuals who keep their guard up — and given a powerful boost by Lundy-Paine’s vulnerable, erratic portrayal of someone who feels there’s no safe space for them beyond the confines of the TV screen.”
Wise Guy: David Chase and the Sopranos (Sept. 7 on Max)
This month, I can’t wait to dive into Alex Gibney’s highly anticipated two-part documentary, “Wise Guy,” if you’re a fan of “The Sopranos” like me. According to HBO’s summary, the documentary will recreate Dr. Melfi’s psychiatrist office and turn the tables on David Chase, the creator of “The Sopranos.” Gibney will delve into the show’s origins, explore his creative process, and reveal the intricate links between his life and numerous characters from the series. Joining him in this exploration are writers, producers, executives, and actors, including Lorraine Bracco, Edie Falco, and Michael Imperioli. This documentary promises to provide fascinating insights and inspiration, all while showcasing a rich assortment of clips from the show, early audition videos from many cast members, and behind-the-scenes footage that will transport us into the captivating world of “The Sopranos.”
Rebel Ridge (Sept. 6 on Netflix)
In the coming month, “Green Room” and “Blue Ruin” director Jeremy Saulnier presents his Netflix original film titled “Rebel Ridge.” The official summary from the streaming platform states: “Terry Richmond (played by Aaron Pierre) arrives in Shelby Springs for a straightforward yet pressing task – bailing out his cousin to keep him safe. However, when Terry’s savings are unfairly confiscated by the law enforcement, he is compelled to confront the town’s police chief Sandy Burnne (Don Johnson) and his battle-ready officers. Terry forms an unexpected alliance with court clerk Summer McBride (AnnaSophia Robb) and they both unwittingly uncover a longstanding conspiracy hidden within this secluded community.”
Uglies (Sept. 13 on Netflix)
Joey King has risen to prominence as a Netflix star, largely due to “The Kissing Booth” series and the newly-released “A Family Affair.” Now, she returns to the streaming platform with “Uglies,” adapted from the book of the same name by Scott Westerfeld. The film’s summary goes like this: In a future where everyone undergoes cosmetic surgery at age 16 to fit in, Tally is excited for her turn. However, when a friend escapes, Tally sets out on a rescue mission that challenges everything she believed about her desired future.
His Three Daughters (Sept. 20 on Netflix)
Azazel Jacobs’s lauded family drama “His Three Daughters” stands out among this month’s new streaming releases. In this film, Carrie Coon, Elizabeth Olsen, and Natasha Lyonne portray three estranged sisters reunited in a New York City apartment to attend to their dying father and mend their fractured family ties. As one critic put it, “This drama is both humorous and poignant…It’s a meticulously crafted, unsentimental remembrance of three adult sisters who have gathered to care for their ailing father, battling cancer in his final days. It’s reminiscent of ‘Cries and Whispers,’ but with a swift-paced narrative focusing on sibling rivalry.”
Will & Harper (Sept. 27 on Netflix)
Titled “Will & Harper,” one of the most talked-about documentaries that premiered at Sundance earlier this year, focuses on the relationship between Will Ferrell and his longtime friend Harper Steele during a road trip they embark on together. They initially met while working on “Saturday Night Live” where Harper was a writer from 1995 to 2008. In 2022, Harper publicly announced her transition as a transgender woman. As stated in the review: “Prepare for laughter and tears as director Josh Greenbaum follows Ferrell and Steele on an enlightening journey. The documentary is set up like a road trip between two old friends, filled with humor, emotion, and even some ‘Borat’-esque pranks. ‘Will & Harper’ offers the public a chance to get to know this remarkable woman. Interestingly, Ferrell is also getting to know her for the first time in the documentary.”
Boy Kills World (Sept. 13 on Hulu)
For fans of Bill Skarsgård who were disappointed with “The Crow” reboot, they’ll be thrilled to know that his highly anticipated 2024 action movie “Boy Kills World” is now available on Hulu this month. In the film, Skarsgård plays Boy, a character groomed since childhood by his mentor (Yayan Ruhian) to eliminate the ruthless Hilda Van Der Koy (Famke Janssen), who’s responsible for his family’s murder. Guided by the spirit of his little sister, Boy gradually uncovers secrets along his murderous path to confront Hilda. The movie has been praised as being so brutally violent that it resembles “John Wick” meeting “A Clockwork Orange”. Moritz Mohr’s directorial debut draws on a variety of influences, including video games and “The Hunger Games”, to create a unique world of its own. EbMaster gave the movie high praises, calling it “so ultra-violent that it’s like ‘John Wick’ gone ‘Clockwork Orange’… Moritz Mohr’s first feature draws on a great many sources, from video games to ‘The Hunger Games,’ to build a world all its own.”
Babes (Sept. 30 on Hulu)
In the directorial work “Babes” by Pamela Adlon, Ilana Glazer and Michelle Buteau star. This comedy explores the lifelong friendship of these characters as they navigate the challenges of pregnancy. According to a review, this series offers an unflinching, uncensored tribute to motherhood, portraying it as an incredible process where a woman grows another life within her body. You might wonder how something so beautiful can be crude, but the co-writers, Glazer and Josh Rabinowitz (both previously of ‘Broad City’), leave no stone unturned when it comes to sharing perinatal experiences – from various bodily fluids produced during pregnancy, except for tears.
Parallel (Sept. 1 on Paramount+)
In simpler terms, the movie “Parallel” follows Vanessa (Danielle Deadwyler), who seeks solace at her family’s lakeside home after losing her child. Along with her husband, Alex (Aldis Hodge), and his brother, Martel (Edwin Hodge), she hopes to find a sense of normalcy again following the tragedy. However, their peaceful retreat is disrupted when Vanessa encounters an unsettling event – she’s attacked by a version of herself from another universe. As she grapples with the idea that multiple realities exist, she must come to terms with whether these portals will help her overcome her grief or imprison her forever.
Apartment 7A (Sept. 27 on Paramount+)
The original film “Apartment 7A”, exclusive to Paramount+, serves as a prequel to Roman Polanski’s renowned horror movie “Rosemary’s Baby”. Julia Garner plays Terry Gionoffrio, a dancer whose career is jeopardized by an unfortunate injury. She finds refuge with an affluent older couple (portrayed by Dianne Wiest and Kevin McNally), who reside in the Bramford, a building known to horror enthusiasts as a hub of sinister secrets. As strange occurrences unfold, Terry begins to question the lengths she’s prepared to go to revive her dancing career.
We Will Dance Again (Sept. 7 on Paramount+)
The streaming platform Paramount+ will host the premiere of “We Will Dance Again,” a documentary chronicling the October 7th Hamas terror attack at the Nova Music Festival. In this harrowing event, more than 400 people lost their lives and numerous others were kidnapped. As per the official summary: “The Nova Music Festival was intended to be a vibrant gathering for thousands of young individuals, celebrating life, love, and music. However, it tragically transformed into one of Israel’s deadliest targets when Hamas initiated their historic terror attack. ‘We Will Dance Again’ is narrated from the perspectives of more than a dozen survivors, many of whom recorded their experiences as the horrific event unfolded. The film seamlessly combines eyewitness accounts from over a dozen survivors, along with footage captured by both the victims and Hamas.”
The American Society of Magical Negroes (Sept. 3 on Prime Video)
“The movie ‘The American Society of Magical Negroes,’ written and directed by Kobi Libii, initially premiered on Peacock earlier this year but can now be accessed by Amazon Prime Video subscribers without additional charges. The film, according to reviews, is a daring comedy where a young artist gets involved in a clandestine organization whose aim is to cater to white people’s preferences. The movie’s clever twist is that it portrays this as a positive thing…The film is a humorous commentary on racial stereotypes that’s as witty and provocative as ‘American Fiction,’ but it carries out the controversy. Kobi Libii aims to make us laugh and provoke thought simultaneously, and he succeeds. ‘The American Society of Magical Negroes’ is an astutely perceptive fantasy comedy that remains faithful to its own audacity.”
Killer Heat (Sept. 26 on Prime Video)
In a new adaptation for Prime Video, the director Philippe Lacôte takes on the task of bringing Jo Nesbø’s 2021 short story “The Jealousy Man” to life. The film revolves around twin brothers played by Richard Madden, best known from “Game of Thrones,” who find themselves entangled in a dangerous love triangle on a secluded Greek island. Enter the enigmatic detective, also known as “The Jealousy Man” (portrayed by Joseph Gordon-Levitt), who is summoned to untangle this web of violence. Shailene Woodley lends her talent to the cast as well.
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2024-09-01 21:18