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I was instantly reminded of Ticket to Paradise, where a mother (Julia Roberts) and her ex-husband (George Clooney) team up to stop their daughter from marrying a seaweed farmer in Bali (spoiler: romantic sparks begin to fly). Then there's Maybe I Do, where a happy couple introduces their parents to discuss marriage, only to find out that they already have a history. And I can't forget about the star-studded The Big Wedding, where two divorced parents agree to fake marriage as a favor to their engaged son on his wedding day.
They may not be exactly the same, but the meddling of parents (with a potential love story of their own) seems to be a common thread, and I suspect that this trend will continue for a while. Ticket to Paradise turned out to be a big box office hit in 2022, grossing $168 million worldwide and more recent streaming releases like You People (2023) have raked up enough views to dominate the top ten list. Add to this the successful history of older gems that tackle similar storylines, like Meet the Parents, which made a cool $330 million, and Monster-in-Law, which made $155 million.
So, why the fascination with boomer parents and in-laws when it comes to wedding flicks? In my humble opinion, it's because they're real, they're funny and they wield quite a bit of A-list star power. In-laws can create a breeding ground for chaos, awkwardness and conflict. They can clash over cultural differences and nitpick over wedding details. They can even put couples to the test and try to break up the engagement. And boy, is it entertaining to see how they approach these high-stress situations. Especially when those in-laws have a history or a dark past.
Another reason I suspect this trend is on the rise? These movies actually resonate, on some level, with the people who have lived it. Be it a mother who learned about her daughter's engagement at the very last minute or a daughter whose dad can't seem to find any common ground with her in-laws. Sure, the depictions aren't always accurate, but I'm guessing there are real-life in-laws out there who can see themselves in the characters.
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All month long, people have been eagerly waiting to see what new titles would be coming to Netflix. From old classics to brand new films having their premieres, Netflix is full of top-notch movies, documentaries, and comedy specials this August, but there were two that in particular stuck out above the rest. Here are the best new movies on Netflix this month.
This August, the shows on Netflix are more exciting than ever before, but two of those titles stand out above the rest. Here are some of the best new shows that Netflix is bringing your way this month.
So without further ado, if you're looking for something to watch this weekend, these are the top movies new to streaming. For even more recommendations on what to watch, be sure to check out our list of this week's best new TV shows.
I saw "The Boy and the Hero" in theaters, and it's definitely one of the weirder entries in Hayao Miyazaki's oeuvre. Don't get me wrong, it's still a visual delight, and I can understand why it earned the famed animator his second Oscar. But here's my word of advice: Once you strap in for a more "Alice in Wonderland" style wild ride, you'll find the journey much more enjoyable.
Inspired in part by Miyazaki's own life, "The Boy and the Heron" follows 11-year-old Mahito Maki who moves to the countryside with his father and new stepmother after his mother dies in a hospital fire. Still grappling with the loss and struggling to adjust to his new life, he crosses paths with a strange gray heron. Tucked away in a neglected corner of the property is an ancient tower that the heron lures him to with the possibility of bringing back his deceased mother, which sends Mahito through a portal into a dreamlike world full of magic, giant sea critters, and man-eating parakeets.
It's time to get your war boys (and girls!) together and witness "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga" from the comfort of your own home. After just over a month in theaters, the "Fury Road" prequel barely managed to make its $168 million budget back despite generally good reviews (it's hovering at a 90% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes). But a streaming debut could be just the kick this high-octane origin story needs to find its audience.
Anya Taylor-Joy stars as a young Furiosa living in the still-thriving oasis known as the Green Place of Many Mothers before it became the wasteland we saw in "Fury Road." Her world is violently uprooted, however, when raiders led by the warlord Dementus (Chris Hemsworth) take her prisoner when she's out scavenging for food one day.
Still grappling with his own family's death, Dementus adopts an unwilling Furiosa as his daughter, but following a bloody battle with the War Boys led by Immortan Joe (Lachy Hulme), he hands Furiosa off as a peace offering. As Furiosa rises through the ranks of the Citadel, she bonds with her driving partner Praetorian Jack (Tom Burke), and the two begin to plan their escape just as Dementus explodes into her life once more.
This airy rom-com may be just the escape we need right now after last week's frankly depressing presidential debate. In "A Family Affair," Joey King (best known for her role as Gypsy-Rose in "The Act") stars as Zara Ford, a frustrated personal assistant for Hollywood heartthrob Chris Cole (Zac Efron). When his ego finally becomes too much for her, she quits, unwittingly setting the stage for him to cross paths with her widowed mom, Brooke (Nicole Kidman).
It becomes immediately clear that the two have chemistry together, and Efron gets to flex his comedy chops as the laughably self-absorbed movie star tries to shoot his shot. Brooke is incredulous at first but eventually caves to his charm, and the two begin a tryst that drives Zara up the wall.
"Somewhere Quiet" wasn't on my radar before, but after watching its trailer, it seems to share enough DNA with the likes of "The Invisible Man," "Barbarian" and "The Strangers" that my interest is well and truly piqued.
After being held captive for a brutal six months, Meg (Jennifer Kim) manages to escape and make her way back home at the film's onset. Understandably, she struggles to readjust to everyday life after such an ordeal, so her husband Scott (Kentucky Audley) brings her to his family's beach house to try to soothe her rattled nerves. It's the off-season, and he promises they'll remain undisturbed during their stay.
That quickly goes out the window when it's revealed his cousin Madeline (Marin Ireland) is staying in another nearby family home. The two butt heads, but Meg's more concerned by the hallucinations and other mental issues that are manifesting in the aftermath of her trauma. More concerning still is how unfazed Scott seems to be by all the strange happenings. It all begins to fray at both Meg's sanity and trust in her husband, leaving viewers constantly guessing at who to believe.
Hot off her Academy Award-nominated performances in "Killers of the Flower Moon," Lily Gladstone stars in Native American filmmaker Erica Tremblay's directorial debut for Apple TV Plus. And people are already raving about it, with "Fancy Dance" currently sitting at a 95% critics score on Rotten Tomatoes.
Gladstone delivers another stunning performance as Jax, a young woman who assumes care for her niece Roki (Isabel DeRoy-Olson) after her sister goes missing. Local police officers argue the reservation they live on is outside their jurisdiction, leaving Jax largely on her own to uncover the truth behind her sister's disappearance.
Between her investigation, managing the family's meager funds, and preparing her niece for an upcoming powwow, she's stretched impossibly thin. With her estranged father threatening to take custody of Roki, the two set out to track down Roki's mother in time for the powwow.
Even if you're unfamiliar with Dion's oeuvre, this documentary is a real tearjerker, documenting Dion's battle with stiff-person syndrome, a condition that causes chronic pain and impairs mobility, since getting diagnosed in 2022. And how she endeavored to return to the stage despite it all.
Orlando Bloom is back in this new action thriller that so far has struggled to find an audience since its release back in February. He stars as Cash, a man trying to leave his criminal ways behind him to live an honest life with his recently orphaned niece Savannah (Chapel Oaks) in the quiet town of Odim County.
Nonetheless, he finds himself drawn back into the orbit of a kingpin named Big Cat (Andie MacDowell), who forces Cash to do her dirty work for her to protect his family. But when things take a turn for the worse, Cash fights back while also protecting his family and the town.
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