Our movie guy, James Finnegan, looks at the films on TV this evening and tonight…
Our movie guy, James Finnegan, looks at the films on TV this evening and tonight…Madagascar 3: Europe’s Most Wanted (Saturday 6.35pm RTE One) is a colourful, fast-paced animated adventure directed by Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath, and Conrad Vernon.
The story follows Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Gloria the hippo, and Melman the giraffe as they join a travelling circus across Europe in their quest to return to New York.
Voices are provided by Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, Jada Pinkett Smith, and David Schwimmer.
The lively soundtrack is composed by Hans Zimmer, adding energy to every scene. It delivers humour, heart, and dazzling visuals that make it a joyful family experience.
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Allelujah (Saturday 9.35pm RTE One) is a heartfelt comedy drama set in a small Yorkshire hospital fighting to stay open. Directed by Richard Eyre, and based on Alan Bennett’s stage play, it blends humour and poignancy as staff, patients, and the community rally together.
The cast includes Judi Dench, Jennifer Saunders, and Bally Gill, each delivering warm and authentic performances. The soundtrack, composed by George Fenton, adds a gentle emotional layer that complements the story beautifully.
Its charm lies in its humanity and understated storytelling. It is a tender reminder of the value of compassion, resilience, and the quiet heroes in everyday life.
High Fidelity (Saturday 9.50pm RTE2) is a witty and heartfelt romantic comedy-drama directed by Stephen Frears, based on Nick Hormby’s novel of the same name.
It follows Rob Gordon, a record store owner in Chicago, as he revisits his past relationships to understand why they failed. John Cusack delivers a charming and relatable performance, supported by Jack Black and Iben Hjejle.
The film’s soundtrack, curated by music supervisor Kathy Nelson with contributions from various artists, is a vibrant mix of rock and soul that is a vital component to the story.
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High Fidelity remains a cult favourite for its sharp humour, emotional honesty, and love of music.
Everything Everywhere All At Once (Saturday 10.15pm) is a wildly inventive sci-fi adventure directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert.
It follows Evelyn Wang, played brilliantly by Michelle Yeoh, as she discovers she must connect with different versions of herself across the multiverse to save existence itself.
Ke Huy Quan and Stephanie Hsu deliver heartfelt performances, while Jamie Lee Curtis adds sharp comedic energy. The soundtrack, composed by Son Lux, perfectly blends chaos and emotion.
The film won seven major Oscars including Best Picture, Best Actress for Michelle Yeoh, Best Supporting Actor for Ke Huy Quan, Best Supporting Actress for Jamie Lee Curtis, Best Director for Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert and Best Original Screenplay.
It is bold, heartfelt, utterly unforgettable and definitely the Film of the Day. Enjoy!
