The Three Musketeers – Part II: Milady (original title: Les Trois Mousquetaires: Milady)
Loosely inspired by Alexandre Dumas’s 1844 novel, The Three Musketeers: Milady is the second film of the two-part saga following the Three Musketeers: D’Artagnan (2023). Directed by Martin Bourboulon The Three Musketeers: Milady picks up right where the first film left off. D’Artagnan finds himself in a challenging situation as he is forced to collaborate with Milady in a bid to rescue Constance who has been abducted right before him. As Athos, Porthos and Aramis have joined the war’s front line a past secret disrupts old alliances.
Director: Martin Bourboulon
Cast: François Civil, Vincent Cassel, Pio Marmaï, Romain Duris, Eva Green
Language: French
IMDB rating: 6.8/10
Production countries: France, Belgium, Spain, Germany
Where to watch: Options Cinemas, Village cinemas, “Lampros Konstantaras” cinema, Municipal Cinema Cineac, Town Cinemas
Dream Scenario
Kristoffer Borgli’s black comedy fantasy film tells the story of biology professor Paul Matthews who experiences a drastic upheaval when he realizes that he is appearing in countless people’s dreams. Even though his dream appearances satisfy his need for attention, things start to take a dark turn as soon as a dreamer’s visions deviate significantly from the norm. Paul, portrayed by Nicholas Cage, is seen grappling with a Faustian bargain on the cost of fame in this innovative cinematographic scenario.
Director: Kristoffer Borgli
Cast: Nicolas Cage, Julianne Nicholson, Lily Bird, Michael Cera, Tim Meadows, Dylan Gelula, Dylan Baker
Language: English
IMDB rating: 7/10
Production countries: United States
Where to watch: Cinobo Opera, Town cinemas, Option cinemas, Village cinemas (Rentis & The Mall Athens), WestCity cinemas, Aigli Cinema 3D Digital, Alexandra cinema (Patision), Mikrokosmos, Sporting cinema, Tria Asteria cinema
White Bird
Marc Foster’s White Bird is a coming-of-age period drama adapted from R.J. Palacio’s graphic novel Wonder. Helen Mirren in the role of the grandmother unveils to her grandson Julian a deeply personal narrative from her youth as a young Jewish girl during the tumultuous Nazi-occupied France of World War II. In a story on the ever-lasting impact of an action of kindness her life takes an unforeseen turn as she is rescued by one of her classmates and his family.
Director: Marc Foster
Cast: Gillian Anderson, Helen Mirren, Olivia Ross, Bryce Gheisar
Language: English
IMDB rating: 7.7/10
Production country: United States
Where to watch the film: Cinobo Opera, Galaxias cinema, Cine Avana, Village cinema (Rentis & @ The Mall Athens), Cinemax (Aello & Nana), Cine Alexandra (Kallithea), Cinerama Digital cinema, Sporting cinema, WestCity cinemas, Cinema Varkiza
The Beekeeper
Mr. Clay, portrayed by Jason Statham is a peaceful beekeeper leading a quiet life until he hears the news of his friend and neighbor’s death. Digging into the incident he discovers that his friend committed suicide after falling for a phishing scam. In search for revenge against those responsible, Clay turns into the ruthless “Beekeeper” in this action-packed thriller.
Director: David Ayer
Cast: Jason Statham, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Bobby Naderi
Language: English
IMDB rating: 6.7/10
Production country: United States
Where to watch: Nirvana Cinemax, Village cinemas, Tria Asteria cinema, Cinemax (Nana), ”Lampros Konstantaras” cinema, WestCity cinemas, Options cinemas, Cinema Varkiza
Robot Dreams
Pablo Berger’s animation takes us to New York’s East Village of the 80’s to witness the friendship between a dog and his best friend, a robot. The movie received the European Film Award for Best Animated Feature Film.
Director: Pablo Berger
Stars: Ivan Labanda, Tito Trifol, Rafa Calvo
Language: N/A
IMDB rating: 7.6/10
Production countries: Spain, France
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