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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_I48UbNvlE Movie: Soft Love Genre: Romance / DramaRelease Platform: Amazon Prime VideoRelease Date: October 25, 2024Director: UnknownStarring: Nancy Isime, Deyemi Okanlawon Theme and Plot Theme: Soft Love is a heartfelt exploration of...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNJzWqKUlwM Movie: Hijack '93 Genre: Historical Drama / ActionDirector: UnknownStarring: Sharon Ooja, Nancy Isime, Bob Manuel, John Dumelo, Jemima Osunde Theme and Plot Theme: Hijack '93 explores patriotism, youthful rebellion, and the...
*The Killer’s Game* (2024) stars Dave Bautista as a hitman who mistakenly hires assassins to kill him after a false terminal diagnosis. When he realizes he’s not dying, he must fend off hired killers while
The tension between the sisters was palpable. Katie stood, arms crossed, her gaze sharp as she watched Rachel light another cigarette, oblivious to the growing anger. “Do you even care that he’s dying?”
Here’s an excerpt from *Sector 36*:
Arjun Verma entered the infamous Sector 36, where crime ruled the streets, and corruption was woven into the fabric of daily life. Determined and unyielding, he walked past wary eyes, aware that every corner hid a new threat. This wasn’t just another mission; it was a warzone. But Arjun had come prepared—not just with his badge, but with a personal vendetta. In this battle, he knew only one outcome would suffice: bringing down the criminal empire, no matter the cost.
Amelia and Edward’s flawless relationship begins to crumble after a shocking accident at a lavish party they host. Amidst growing suspicions, Amelia starts doubting everything she thought she knew about Edward, while a murder investigation puts them both under scrutiny. As buried secrets come to light, their perfect life unravels, exposing the fragility of trust and the dark truths hidden beneath their polished exterior. The more they dig, the more they realize that the perfect couple might not be so perfect after all—a chilling psychological thriller that keeps audiences guessing until the final moment.
“Megalopolis” is a grand, highly ambitious sci-fi film directed by the legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola, known for classics like The Godfather and Apocalypse Now. After nearly four decades of development, Coppola’s self-funded project finally comes to life in 2024.
Renowned Korean shaman Hwa-rim and her protégé, Bong-gil are enlisted by a wealthy Korean American family to identify the mysterious illness of the family’s newborn son. Hwa-rim uncovers the curse to be a “Grave’s Call”, a vengeful ancestor’s spirit haunting them. The family’s patriarch, Park Ji-Yong, entrusts them to relocate the grave to appease the ancestor, his grandfather. Hwa-rim enlists colleagues, a Feng shui master Kim Sang-deok and a mortician Yeong-geun with a promise of huge payday, especially Sang-deok who’s in need of money to pay his daughter’s wedding.
Kalki 2898 AD is an aspiring Indian science fiction epic set in a dystopian future, amalgamating mythology with futuristic technology. Adapted from the Hindu mythological figure Kalki, who was to be the prophesied 10th avatar of Lord Vishnu, the film entitled Kalki 2898 AD is destined to bring back dharma and order to the world at a time when darkness and chaos prevail.
Lisabi is an interesting historical drama that sends us back in time to the late 18th century, during which he faced one of the busiest towns, Abeokuta in Southwestern Nigeria. This Nigerian movie shows the rising story of Lisabi Agbongbo Akala, the bold warrior and leader of the Egba people.
“Deadpool & Wolverine” teams up two of Marvel’s most iconic anti-heroes in a fast, action-mechanic film that effectively merges humor and violence with complex character dynamics. Shawn Levy helms the film as it follows Deadpool and Wolverine being forced into an uneasy team-up against a new threat positioned to take out both mutants and humans.
“1992” is a period drama by Ava DuVernay, historicized within the context of the Los Angeles riots, following the acquittal of police officers in the famous Rodney King beating incident. The movie interlaces stories of emotionally charged community activists, police officers, and everyday citizens caught in the chaos that went down during those pivotal days.
“The Forge” is to be one of those intense survival dramas set in a near-future world where society has ended. It follows the story of a disparate group of survivors who band together in a desolate landscape in order to rebuild their sense of community.
“Twisters” is an action-packed disaster movie; it’s also, in spirit, a sequel to the 1996 summer actioner “Twister.” Told through the eyes of director Lee Isaac Chung, the film tells the story of Kate Cooper, played by Daisy Edgar-Jones, a storm chaser who gets back into the field haunted by a traumatic tornado experience.
“Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” is an action-laden prequel to George Miller’s critically acclaimed “Mad Max: Fury Road.” It centers on the origin of the fearsome and strong-headed Furiosa played by Anya Taylor-Joy. Young Furiosa was torn from her homeland and thrown into a harsh world ruled with terror by warlords and raiders.
“Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba” is the sequel to the 2021 hit Haseen Dillruba, continuing the tale of love, deceit, and crime with a twisted turn. Directed by Vinil Mathew and written by Kanika Dhillon, this sequel delves deeper into complex relationships and dark themes that had audiences in a spell through the original. With Taapsee Pannu, Vikrant Massey, and Harshvardhan Rane playing the lead characters, Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba has been in the news for uniting many more layers of intrigue and tension as the film turns out to be an absolute killer.
“Stree 2” (2024) is the long-awaited sequel to the 2018 blockbuster Stree, which was the film that rewrote horror-comedy in Bollywood. Helmed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Dinesh Vijan, Stree 2 picks up where the first movie left off with the blend of humor, horror, and social commentary that made the original such a cult favorite. With the star-studded cast returning in the form of Rajkummar Rao, Shraddha Kapoor, and Pankaj Tripathi, the franchise opens up much more of the universe created in the first part, bringing several new elements to keep audiences enthralled.
“Ulajh” is a 2024 thriller film by Sudhanshu Saria, featuring Janhvi Kapoor, Gulshan Devaiah, and Roshan Mathew in the lead roles. The film is set against the tantalizingly complex backdrop of international diplomacy, in which several power plays at high stakes, personal ambition, and moral dilemmas meet. Much like a gripping thriller, Ulajh is both a psychological exercise and a political drama interweaving threads of trust, betrayal, and the cost that must be paid to bring out the truth before the world.
The Crew is a story of three women from different walks of life brought together by coincidence in the fast and furious world of aviation. Besides the challenges coming from their jobs with demanding passengers and red tape, they also partake in their personal battles. Indeed, the film grapples with relevant contemporary issues, such as women’s rights, sexual harassment in the workplace, and women’s solidarity.
Helmed by Steven Brill, “The Union” is an action spy thriller featuring Mark Wahlberg as Mike, an average guy whose life gets thrown upside down when he runs into his high school sweetheart, Roxanne, years later—a deadly spy played by Halle Berry. At any rate, Roxanne is no ordinary ex-girlfriend; she’s a deadly spy deep in the middle of a dangerous mission.
“Blink Twice” is a psychological thriller from visionary filmmaker Simon Reed, and it follows where the dark and twisted ride goes. Frida, a waitress with a troubled past, is portrayed by Naomi Ackie. Things take an unexpected turn for her when she receives an invitation to visit a private island owned by the mysterious philanthropist Slater King, portrayed by Channing Tatum.
“The House on the Hill” is a 2024 Nollywood horror thriller by master of suspense and the eerie, Emeka Nnaji. The movie revolves around the Martins family, who relocate to a sequestered century-old mansion in the Nigerian countryside in search of new beginnings. They realize the house has so many dark secrets and malevolent spirits jeopardizing their sanity and lives.
“Silent Echoes” is a 2024 Nollywood psychological thriller helmed by Fola Alabi, renowned for his brilliance in piecing together suspense-filled thought-provoking features. The film details the horrific and disturbing experiences of a lady who begins receiving cryptic phone calls concerning a buried past.
“A Trip to Remember” is a new Nollywood major movie out in theaters at the beginning of 2024, directed by the award-winning Nigerian classic director Nneka Obinna. The film unwinds in the dynamics and complexities of a single but amazing family who embarked on a cross-country trip, only to realize that such a venture might ultimately reconnect them. The story elaborates on the Akinleye family, which embarks on a trip from Nigeria to reunite despite their estranged relationships.
“Water and Garri” is a project by the Nigerian-American artist Santi that was released on the 27th of September 2021. This EP was a fusion between afrobeat and afro-pop, with alternate indie music that carried a new perspective toward the modern African sound. The project, entitled “Water and Garri,” is inspired by the simplest meal one will find in a Nigerian household, composed of just garri—cassava flour—and water, which symbolizes simplicity and authenticity.
“Trap” is a 2024 American psychological thriller film written, produced, and directed by M. Night Shyamalan. The movie stars Josh Hartnett, Ariel Donoghue, Saleka Night Shyamalan, Hayley Mills, and Alison Pill. It deals with a serial killer named Cooper Adams, who takes his daughter Riley to a concert while covertly evading a police manhunt. It premiered in New York City on July 24, 2024, and was then released nationwide by Warner Bros. Pictures on August 2, 2024. The film has grossed $25.3 million worldwide and holds mixed reviews from critics.
Cuckoo” is a 2024 horror-thriller science fiction film written and directed by Tilman Singer. It stars Hunter Schafer, Dan Stevens, Marton Csokas, Jessica Henwick, and Jan Bluthardt, centering on teenager Gretchen, who moves with her family to a Bavarian Alps resort town following her mother’s death. The family relocates to help build a new hotel run by Herr König, who will soon involve them in sinister machinations.
Oppenheimer is a biographical drama by Christopher Nolan that gives insight into the life of J. Robert Oppenheimer, an American physicist central to the development of the first nuclear weapons during World War II. The film details convoluted political, scientific, and moral dilemmas circling Oppenheimer, most notably his leadership of the Manhattan Project that produced the atomic bomb.
“House of Ga’a,” directed by Bolanle Austen-Peters, is a historical drama set in the 18th-century Oyo Empire, a prominent Yoruba monarchy in what is now southwest Nigeria. The film centers on Bashorun Ga’a, a feared and influential political leader who uses his military prowess and spiritual knowledge to rise to power as a kingmaker. The story begins with Ga’a’s victory over Nupe invaders, earning him respect and influence within the Oyo Empire. However, his increasing authority brings him into conflict with the reigning Alaafin (king).
The new Alien installment, Alien: Romulus, from the direction of Fede Álvarez, sets aside the sci-fi horror tradition that defines the series. Since this film has not been released, I will give a hypothetical act structure about what is known and recognizable series features.
The sci-fi action-adventure movie “Borderlands” is based on the popular video game franchise of the same name. The storyline is based on the chaotic planet Pandora, where these treasure seekers, known as Vault Hunters, eventually get their hands on hidden alien technologies. The story, in essence, underlines a group of misfit Vault Hunters coming together to thwart an evil corporation from exploiting the treasures on the planet Pandora. Among them are Roland (Kevin Hart), an ex-soldier, and Lilith (Cate Blanchett), a powerful Siren with magical powers. On the way, they run into all forms of strange individuals, deadly beasts, and heavy battles.
Director Justin Baldoni proves that a romance is more than mere satisfaction as he directs the Colleen Hoover novel adaptation “It Ends With Us,” which hits theaters in 2024. The story follows young Lily Bloom, who makes an absolutely puzzlingly emotional connection with neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid. While their bond strengthens, so does pressure on Lily to finally face the music with her abusive past, more so with the reemergence of her first love, Atlas Corrigan. The movie delves into love, domestic violence, and inner strength while trying to articulate the difficult decisions that must be made concerning intense emotions.