With Halloween coming up, it’s practically the horror season already, represented by the return of a beloved franchise. It’s also the season that leads to the award circuit, marked by a legendary director making his head start with a festival-darling historical tale. In addition, there’s always a comic book adaptation and a dystopian sci-fi in the mix. Grab your popcorn!
Kraven the Hunter
30 August 2023
Aaron Taylor-Johnson is Sergei Kravinoff, taking centre stage as Kraven the Hunter, the classic comic book villain. Driven by obsession, this Russian nobleman-turned-big game hunter sets his sights on none other than Spider-Man himself. With Sony’s standalone film, fans will witness an exhilarating showdown as Kraven vies for the title of the world’s greatest hunter. After years of anticipation, this gripping introduction will solidify Kraven’s place in the shared superhero universe, promising an unforgettable cinematic adventure.
SAW X
29 September 2023
In a griping tale set between the first and second movies, John Kramer seeks a cure for his cancer in Mexico but discovers a heartless scam targeting the vulnerable. Fueled by fury, the infamous serial killer returns, unleashing ingenious traps on the con artists in his signature style. Brace yourself for a nightmarish journey as Saw X delivers terror, ingenuity and shocking revelations in relentless pursuit of Jigsaw’s twisted idea of justice.
THE CREATOR
29 September 2023
In a war-torn world between humans and AI, The Creator unveils a gripping tale of survival. Gareth Edwards directs this sci-fi action film starring John David Washington, Gemma Chan and Ken Watanabe. Former special forces agent Joshua’s mission is to find a mysterious figure with advanced AI and a mystical weapon that could end the conflict. Viewers will expect an adrenaline-pumping battle as The Creator explores the limits of human ingenuity in a technologically driven warzone.
KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON6 October 2023
In the 1920s, the Osage tribe faced murder after oil discovered on their land – which became a catalyst to the birth of the FBI. Martin Scorsese directs this gripping true-story which was based on the book by journalist David Grann. The film stars Scorsese’s favourite leading men, Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro, along with newcomer Lily Gladstone. The movie received a nine-minute standing ovation at Cannes Film Festival, which is more than what fans of Scorsese can expect.
