5 Spring Movies Worth Paying Attention To | KQED
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After facing a pandemic, actor and writer strikes, and disappointing blockbusters, Hollywood is gearing up for a comeback in 2023. Promising films like Bong Joon-ho's 'Mickey 17', a cloning epic, Steven Soderbergh's spy thriller 'Black Bag', and Jonathan Majors' intense performance in 'Magazine Dreams' are set to hit theaters soon. Each film explores deep themes, from capitalism and dystopia to personal struggles, signaling a thoughtful approach to the cinematic landscape.
'Mickey 17' embodies Bong Joon-ho's trademark style, combining humor and humanity in a critique of capitalism through a space-travel cloning narrative.
'Black Bag' intriguingly transforms classic themes, highlighting secrets and betrayal, within a spy thriller framework, led by Fassbender and Blanchett.
'Magazine Dreams' features Jonathan Majors in a powerful, physical role, showcasing the struggle of fame and personal demons, despite recent controversies.
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