Another week, another round of must-see movies on Amazon Prime Video.This week, yes, we’re going to laugh a little, but we’re also embarking on some wild, heartfelt, and harrowing adventures.First up is a family-friendly odyssey with a scruffy, long-haired Elijah Wood, followed by a BAFTA Award-winning dramedy led by the inimitable Peter Dinklage.
Then, we’re diving into the true love story of actor-comedian Kumail Nanjiani and his wife, a creepy sci-fi flick, and, because we’re returning to Dutton territory soon, an intensely dramatic Western with a star-studded cast.5 Bookworm Who’s up for a fun adventure film boasting a 91% Rotten Tomatoes score? Moreover, who’s up for embarking on an one with a scruffy, long-haired Elijah Wood, sans hobbits, elves, dwarves, wizards, Orcs, and Uruk-hai? follows a young girl named Mildred (Nell Fisher, of ) as her life is upended when her mother lands in the hospital, leaving her estranged father, Strawn Wise (Wood), to look after her.As an adventurous 11-year-old, Mildred dreams of proving the existence of the mythical Canterbury panther.
As a good father, Strawn takes her camping in the rugged New Zealand wilderness, where the father-daughter duo embarks on the ultimate test of family bonding.This touching film features an interesting take on the classic adventure story, with surprising twists and turns, unexpected humor, emotional depth, and excellent performances from Fisher and Wood.You’ll appreciate the stunning visuals showcasing the breathtaking New Zealand scenery, and its themes of courage, family, and self-discovery will give you the warm-and-fuzzies.
4 The Station Agent I can’t get enough of Peter Dinklage.He’s one of my favorite actors—intensely humble and marvelous to watch, bringing captivating depth to his displayed emotional range to every character he plays.Case in point, Finbar McBride.
In , a psychological dramedy about an improbable group of lonely people who find meaning in what they share with each other, we follow Fin McBride, a train aficionado and downcast little person whose life takes an unexpected turn when his boss dies and leaves him a railroad depot in middle-of-nowhere New Jersey.Fin moves in and keeps to himself, until a carefree, motor-mouthed food truck vendor (Bobby Cannavale) invades his space, then troubled artist (Patricia Clarkson) shows up.A poignant exploration of loneliness, friendship, and grief, this BAFTA Award-winning film is a charming, character-driven gem masking deep truths about connection and finding your place in the world.
It masterfully shows how differences often form the deepest of bonds, with Dinklage delivering an extremely powerful, nuanced performance full of insight in his desire for acceptance.It’s funny, it’s sweet, it’s very well-written, and it will have an impact.3 The Big Sick is based on true events and recounts the tale of how a medically induced coma translated into an epic, real-life love story for comedian Kumail Nanjiani and writer Emily V.
Gordon.Their cross-cultural romance faced the ultimate test when a medical crisis intervened, just as they fell in love.After meeting American graduate student Emily at one of his stand-up shows in the mid-2000s, the Pakistani comic fell hard.
As their relationship blossomed, and he prepared to introduce her to his Muslim family, everything changed when Emily was struck with a serious illness that landed her in a coma.After being diagnosed with a rare systemic autoinflammatory disorder that, if left untreated, could shut down major organs, Emily woke up.It had only been eight months, but Kumail was ready to marry her, and in 2007, he did.
is refreshingly authentic and funny in its deeply heartfelt take on the rom-com genre, successfully blending humor with serious themes.The Judd Apatow-produced flick received numerous award nominations, including an Oscar nod for Best Original Screenplay.It also won 7 awards, including the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Comedy in 2018.
2 Companion A genre-blending tale of love, deceit, and revenge, is a darkly provocative sci-fi flick about three couples who gather for a weekend getaway at a remote lake house and find themselves in total chaos and disbelief after a major secret is revealed.You will too.Couple Josh and Iris (Jack Quaid, of , and Sophie Thatcher, of ) are enjoying time with their friends when, after a brutal act of violence, it’s revealed that she is an advanced AI robot companion owned by Josh.
Furthermore, he reveals he removed Iris’s restriction against harming others on purpose, mainly so he and another friend could partake in a major payday heist.There’s so much to unpack in , from its dynamic elements of horror and comedy to its unflinching themes, messages, and portrayals.These sci-fi thrills are full of psychological depth, clever little twists, an increasingly tense atmosphere, and solid lead performances, especially from Thatcher.
It’s a visually appealing mystery that keeps you guessing while also making you laugh as it unfolds and plays out.1 Hostiles follows a group of travelers who must band together to survive a brutally punishing landscape crawling with hostile Comanches and vicious outliers.While it’s not based on a true story, this Western does draw from the harsh realities and historical events of the late 19th-century American West.
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It’s 1892, and legendary Army Captain Joseph Blocker (Christian Bale) agrees, with hesitancy, to escort a dying Cheyenne war chief and his family back to their tribal land.As they set out on what is a harrowing and perilous journey from New Mexico to Montana, they are soon delayed when they come across a young widow whose family was just killed on the plains.If they all want to survive, they have no choice but to stick together.
Hostiles is intense and powerfully emotional, with a strong narrative, exceptional performances, and awe-inspiring visuals portraying healing, forgiveness, and the brutal realities of the Old West.In addition to Bale, Rosamund Pike, Jesse Plemmons, Timothée Chalamet, Wes Studi, Ben Foster, Stephen Lang, Bill Camp, and Adam Beach also star.Whatever your taste, Prime Video has plenty movie selections to help get you through another work week.
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