This week, there are some must-see new movies on Netflix, Max, Hulu, and other major streaming services.
First up is “Mean Girls.” His 2024 smash hit 2017 musical adaptation of the 2004 hit film is coming to paid video-on-demand streaming services this month. The film, starring Angourie Rice and Renee Rapp, has been the second-biggest film of the year at the U.S. box office so far, and it’s still in theaters, so it’s a big win for it to be available for streaming in its home country. is.
But that’s not the only big movie hitting streaming services this week. “Zone of Interest” has been nominated for several 2024 Oscars and is considered one of the best films of 2023. Meanwhile, “All of Us Strangers” will be available on Hulu on Thursday, but many believe Andrew Scott’s performance will not earn him an Oscar nomination. One of the most despised films at this year’s Academy Awards.
Some of these titles are newly available as digital releases and can be purchased at premium prices, while others require only the appropriate streaming subscription. While you’re here, be sure to check out the new TV shows the streamer is watching this week, as well as the latest and greatest shows on Netflix.
Here are the top new movies streamed this week.
“Mean Girls” (PVOD)
Mean Girls, the highly anticipated movie that somehow no one asked for, is an adaptation of an existing work, but not necessarily what you think . That’s because this is not an adaptation of his 2004 classic, but an adaptation of his 2017 classic. musical …Indeed, this is an adaptation of the original 2004 film.
There are two ways to enjoy this movie: Angourie Rice plays Cady Heron, a teenage girl who doesn’t fit in, and Renee Rapp plays Regina George, the leader of a group of mean girls called the Plastics. there is. 1.Do you like musicals? Because if you don’t, this isn’t the movie for you. Second, is it okay to remake a remake? If you can answer yes to both questions, you’ll probably have a great time watching this popular teen comedy.
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“Memory” (PVOD)
In Memory, Jessica Chastain plays Sylvia, a social worker, single mother, and recovering alcoholic due to a history of sexual assault. At her high school reunion, she notices Saul (Peter Sarsgaard) but is troubled by the way he treats her. Confronting him and his brother Isaac (Josh Charles), she discovers that Saul has early-onset dementia and has little ability to recall her memories.
A powerful examination of both Jessica’s past trauma and Saul’s early ongoing trauma, Memory premiered to great success at last year’s Venice Film Festival. Sarsgaard’s performance in particular was highly praised, and he won the Volpi Trophy, the award given to the best male performance at the same film festival.
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“Orlando, My Political Biography” (PVOD)
The documentary attracted attention at last year’s film festivals. The film was nominated for five awards in Berlin and won Best Documentary, making it the only nonfiction film to be selected for all three 2023 film festivals: Telluride, Toronto, and New York.
Based on Virginia Woolf’s novel “Orlando: My Political Biography”, which features a protagonist who changes her gender identity, “Orlando: My Political Biography” features 26 transgender and non-transgender people ranging in age from 8 to 70. Binary people embody that character. . If you want an incredible exploration of the journey your gender takes, this is the documentary to watch this week.
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“Zone of Interest” (PVOD)
There’s nothing you can’t do. This movie is not interesting. It’s not fun. It deals with dark and frightening subject matter. However, there’s no denying that it’s a great film, and it’s no surprise that it received five Oscar nominations.
“The Zone of Interest” stars Christian Friedel as Rudolf Hess and Sandra Hüller as his wife Hedvig. The film focuses on their attempts to build the perfect life while also dealing with the demands of Rudolf’s job running Nazi Germany’s Auschwitz concentration camp.
Let me be clear: this movie is do not have It does not explore the horrors of Auschwitz, at least not directly. Gunshots, the train transporting the prison, the infamous crematorium, and the bodies of Jewish prisoners are all depicted over the course of the film, but as background noise rather than foreground. Instead, the film examines the ordinary horror of this mass murder of a German family and how it was simply a means to a better life.
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“Retaliation” (Stars)
An action movie starring Liam Neeson. What’s not to love?
In “Retribution,” Neeson stars as Matt, a Berlin banker. Everything was going well until one day someone planted a bomb in the car full of children that would go off if the children left their seats. That’s a great plan. Except they meddled with Neeson’s family, he has special skills. If you want a reckless action movie this week, this is it.
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“All of Us Strangers” (Hulu)
Don’t be fooled by Oscar’s disdain. This is his one of his best movies of 2023. Beloved by critics and audiences alike, All of Us Strangers begins with Adam (Andrew Scott), a lonely screenwriter living a quiet life in London. One day, he meets Harry, a drunk neighbor (Paul Mescal) who wants to spend time with him.
Adam initially rejects Harry, but eventually a relationship begins. As their relationship deepens, Adam begins to reevaluate his relationship with his parents (Jamie Bell and Claire Foy), who died in a car accident when he was 12.
Hailed for its examination of love and grief, the film has received praise from many groups, particularly for Andrew Haig’s screenplay and Scott’s performance. In fact, the Academy may be the only important institution that doesn’t acknowledge the greatness of this film.
stream on Hulu From February 22nd
“My Fault” (Netflix)
‘Mea Culpa’ is Tyler Perry’s latest movie and this thriller will definitely keep you on edge. Kelly Rowland plays Mare Harper, a criminal defense attorney who handles the case of Zaire Malloy (Trevante Rhodes), who is accused of murdering his girlfriend.
As the case progresses, Mair gets closer and closer to Zaia, who everyone thinks is guilty. But can she stop her excesses before it’s too late? The trailer certainly casts doubt on that.
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“Occupied City” (PVOD)
The second film on this list depicting the Nazi occupation of continental Europe and the Holocaust, Occupied City focuses on the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam. This work not only explores a terrifying chapter in the Dutch city’s past, but connects it to the present.
The documentary, based on Bianca Stigter’s Atlas of Occupied Amsterdam 1940-1945, will reportedly include a 36-hour cut from acclaimed director Steve McQueen that covers the entire book. However, you will have to endure that the running time of the theatrical version is only 4 hours and 26 minutes.
Purchase or Rent Amazon From February 23rd
“Priscilla” (Max)
Do not confuse this movie with “Elvis.” While Baz Luhrmann’s 2022 biopic starring Austin Butler focused on the king, this Sofia Coppola-directed film depicts the queen sitting next to the king.
“Priscilla” stars Kailey Spaeny as Priscilla Presley (née Wagner). she Story, yes Elvis is in it and his role in her life is important. Jacob Elordi plays the rock icon perfectly. But this movie is about Priscilla’s relationship with Elvis and how it shaped her life, not the other way around. Fittingly, her performance in Spaney as Priscilla garnered attention, and she was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Drama.
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“The Promised Land” (PVOD)
This epic historical drama is based on the life of Danish military officer Ludwig Karlen (Mads Mikkelsen). A captain in the German army, he received permission from the Danish Royal Court to build a settlement in the desolate wilderness known as the Jutland Wilderness. The only problem? Local magistrate Frederic de Schinkel (Simon Bennebjerg) has no intention of giving up access to the heath to Karlen.
From its cinematography and direction by acclaimed Danish director Nikolaj Arcel to its incredible performance by Mikkelsen, A Promised Land is considered one of the best international films of the past year, and was nominated for Best International Feature. It is also among the 15 finalists for the film award. Movie Oscar at this year’s Academy Awards. A must-see for those who can handle subtitles.
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“Red Right Hand” (PVOD)
This action thriller stars Orlando Bloom, which I don’t know if I’ve seen in a movie since the last “Hobbit” movie. Set in the Kentucky hills, Bloom encounters trouble with Queenpin Big Cat (Andie MacDowell) and must navigate his way through it while preparing his family’s debut.
It’s usually not a good sign when a movie hits PVOD on the same day it hits theaters, but considering it still has a theatrical release, you might be optimistic about the movie. However, no matter how good it is, there seems to be plenty of violence to satisfy fans of the action genre.
Purchase or Rent Amazon From February 23rd
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