Our August film picks.
THE MIRACLE CLUB
Directed by Thaddeus O’Sullivan
3 August
Follow three friends Lily, Eileen, and Dolly on a journey from the challenging community of Ballyfermot in Dublin to Lourdes, France, after winning a pilgrimage. Upon arriving in Lourdes, they are handed the task of aiding sick and disabled pilgrims who have set out to be healed by the town springs. Amid selfless work, they seek their miracles. However, when Chrissie, who has been distant for a long period while in the US, returns she adds complexity as she encourages the trio to uncover their pasts. The film beautifully explores friendship and self-discovery.
ASTEROID CITY
Directed by Wes Anderson
10 August
In a remote American desert town set during the year 1955, characters played by renowned actors Scarlett Johansson, Jason Schwartzman, Tom Hanks, Jeffrey Wright, Tilda Swinton and more, have come to attend a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention. The convention aims to unite students and their parents from all around the country for camaraderie and intellectual competitions. However, this meticulously planned event is drastically interrupted by events that will reshape the world.
STYLEBENDER
Directed by Zoe Mcintosh
24 August
Having its initial premiere at the prestigious Tribeca Film Festival, the captivating documentary-style film takes viewers on a profound journey into the life of the renowned Nigerian-born MMA fighter Israel Adesanya. With its raw and authentic storytelling, the film delves into Israel’s journey of being a New-Zealand based fighting champion. However, it goes deeper than just his fighting career, covering topics such as masculinity, bullying, mental health, and the transformative power of dance. The film was nominated for best feature documentary and documentary director at the Tribeca Film Festival.
MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3
Directed by Nia Vardalos
7 September
Get ready to reunite with the Portokalos family once again as they embark on their big voyage! Join the family on a trip to the beloved Gus Portakalos’s childhood village in Greece. Filled with nostalgia, the film covers Gus’s bittersweet final wishes for his family to rekindle their connection to their Greek roots. Of course, it wouldn’t be a film with the Portokalos without chaos and comedy. While the first two films are centred around family weddings, this time we follow Toula and her family as they go on a journey to fulfill her dad’s wishes.
