Marisa Montiel |
Madrid (EFE) a week in which “Peter Pan & Wendy” steals the spotlight directly on Disney +.
“Peter Pan & Wendy”, con Jude Law, en Disney+
Jude Law puts himself in the shoes of Captain Hook in the new version of the Disney classic that he has shot under the orders of David Lowery (“A ghost story”, 2017) and that updates the story both in terms of the relationship between Hook and Peter Pan as in the weight of the role of Wendy.
The one in charge of interpreting the leading girl is Ever Anderson, the 15-year-old daughter of actress Milla Jovovich and director Paul WS Anderson.
Luis Tosar, gambler in the thriller “Fatum”
The actor Luis Tosar puts himself in the shoes of a gambler in this thriller with a social background that, in addition to addictions, addresses the issue of organ donations with a cast that also includes Elena Anaya, Álex García and Arón Piper.
Directed by Juan Galiñanes, the story, co-written with Alberto Marini, takes place in just twelve hours around a robbery at a betting house. After swearing to his wife that he would not fall for it again, Sergio (Tosar) breaks his promise and goes to a gambling venue with his children when an assailant (Piper) breaks into the room.
Joaquin Phoenix and madness: “Beau is afraid”
Horror and comedy come together in the third feature from Ari Aster, a writer-director known for horror films like “Hereditary” and “Midsommar.”
Over three hours, he narrates the odyssey of a paranoid man (Joaquin Phoenix) who wants to return home to his mother while trying to get rid of the fears and traumas that marked his life.
After the good reviews received with her debut, “Mi querida cofradía”, Marta Díaz de Lope proposes in her new dramatic comedy a tribute to a generation of women who have dedicated themselves to caring for and keeping the family together.
With a female cast headed by Elena Irureta, Carmen Flores and Gloria Muñoz, it tells the story of two sisters who, after years without speaking, unexpectedly meet again on their grandchildren’s birthday and a drama ensues.
Neus Catalá, survivor of the Nazi death camps
“Ashes in the Sky”, Miquel Romans’ debut feature, is a free adaptation of the homonymous book by Carme Martí, based on real events, which recreates the return home of a young Neus Català (Nausicaa Bonnín) after surviving the death camps. Nazi extermination.
Born in 1915 in Guiamets (Tarragona), Neus Català defended the Republic as a nurse and went to France with 180 boys and girls from one of Negrín’s colonies. She there she joined the Resistance before being arrested, tortured and deported to Ravensbrück and then to Holleischen.
“Sisu”, the winner of Sitges
Directed by the Finnish Jalmari Helander, it won four awards at the Sitges Fantastic Film Festival, including best film and best actor (Jorma Tommila).
During the last days of World War II, in northern Finland, a gold prospector (Jorma Tommila) meets the Nazis who steal his gold but quickly discover that he is not just any miner and that he is willing to do anything to get your loot back.
“Unwelcome”, an evil presence
Horror story based on Irish folklore, directed by Jon Wright and which also went through the Sitges Festival.
A London couple expecting their first child inherits a house in rural Ireland and seizes the opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city, but upon settling into their new home they discover an evil presence in the woods.
“Someone to take care of me”, three generations of actresses
The Argentine filmmaker Daniela Fejerman and the Spanish writer Elvira Lindo share the direction of this film that talks about envy, jealousy, resentment and the fear of aging through three generations of actresses.
The protagonists are a great lady of the theater, played by Magüi Mira, her daughter (Emma Suárez), the black sheep of the family dedicated to cabaret, and her granddaughter (Aura Garrido), who takes up the family tradition and feels closer to her grandmother. that of his mother.
Mavka Guardian of the Forest”, animation from Ukraine
Ukrainian animated film, directed by Oleh Malamuzh, which confronts some Ukrainian villagers with fantastic spirits of nature. The fight for natural resources, fueled by an invading villain, will make Mavka, queen of the forest, try to impose peace.
The Russian invasion of Ukraine and the start of the war interrupted the development of the film, but they were able to complete it in shelters and working remotely.
“Plan 75,” a highly praised Japanese drama about aging
Winner of Best First Feature in the ‘Un Certain Regard’ section at Cannes and Japan’s representative at the Oscars, this film by Chie Hayakawa offers a reflection on aging and the sense of community.
In Japan, in the near future, the government implements a plan to wipe out the increasingly numerous elderly, but three people resist: an elderly woman whose livelihood is vanishing, a pragmatic ’75 Plan’ salesman, and a young Filipino worker.
“The impatience of the heart”, a love story by Bille August
Based on the novel “Dangerous Mercy” by Stefan Zweig and directed by the Danish Bille August (“Pelle the Conqueror”, “The House of the Spirits”), “The Impatience of the Heart” narrates the love between a soldier and a young woman disabled during World War I.
As their relationship evolves, Anton tries to understand her feelings, unable to decide if it’s compassion or true love.
“Little Braves”, teenage mothers
Julie Lerat-Gersant’s debut feature is inspired by her own experiences as a teacher in centers for adolescent mothers.
The story centers on Camille, who at the age of sixteen becomes unintentionally pregnant and is referred to a social care center for teenage mothers. There she comes into contact with other girls in her situation and embarks on a journey to maturity.
“Harka”, the cry of a generation
The American Lotfy Nathan directs this drama that highlights the cry of a Tunisian generation struggling to be heard in an imperfect and corrupt society.
Ali (Adam Bessa) is a lonely young man who survives by selling bootleg gasoline; After the sudden death of his father, he is forced to take care of his two sisters and faces imminent eviction. In that situation he will have to make a decision without turning back.
A documentary with great rock drummers
The drummers of Queen, Pink Floyd, Foo Fighters, The Clash, Blondie, Red Hot Chili Peppers or Iron Maiden, among others, participate in this documentary, “A Question of Rhythm”, focused on the art of drumming directed by Mark Lo.