Two big screen heavyweights, with very different filmic styles, are duking it out at South African cinemas from this Friday. Find out about these new movie releases below.
Creed III
Michael B. Jordan is in front of, and behind, the camera for this sports drama, which continues the story of legacy boxer Adonis Creed… now sans the presence of Sylvester Stallone’s Rocky Balboa. Creed III kicks off with Adonis thriving professionally and personally. However, all his accomplishments are threatened when a friend from his troubled childhood, former boxing prodigy Damian (Jonathan Majors) resurfaces after almost 20 years in prison. Damian is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring, leading to a dramatic face-off. Also with Tessa Thompson and Phylicia Rashad.
Read our full review of Creed III here.
Tár
Calling prestige cinema fans. From acclaimed writer-producer-director Todd (In the Bedroom) Field comes psychological drama Tár. Cate Blanchett plays Lydia Tár, a groundbreaking composer and conductor, whose life begins to unravel in the lead-up to two key events: her book launch and a much-anticipated live performance of Mahler’s Fifth Symphony. Field’s artistically-minded examination of power, and its impact and durability in today’s society, has been nominated for 6 Academy Awards, including Best Actress, Best Director, Best Picture, and Best Original Screenplay.