Our movie guy, James Finnegan, picks some films to enjoy on TV this evening…
Our movie guy, James Finnegan, picks some films to enjoy on TV this evening…Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (Saturday 6.35pm RTE One), directed by Jake Kasdan, is a fun, fast-paced adventure that flips the original concept into a video game world.
Dwayne Johnson, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, and Karen Gillan bring hilarious chemistry, while Nick Jonas adds a cool edge. The story’s light hearted chaos is boosted by Henry Jackman’s energetic soundtrack, which perfectly matches the jungle action.
This is pure popcorn entertainment, full of laughs, action, and just enough heart to keep you rooting for the characters. If you are after a feel-good, family-friendly ride, this one’s a winner in spirit.
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Legally Blonde (Saturday 9.20 TG4), directed by Robert Luketic, is a bubbly, feel-good comedy that follows Elle Woods (Reese Witherspoon) as she swaps fashion for law school to win back her ex, only to discover her own brilliance.
Luke Wilson, Selma Blair, and Jennifer Coolidge add charm to the cast. Rolfe Kent’s upbeat soundtrack perfectly matches the film’s pink-powered pre Barbie energy.
it became a cultural touchstone for empowerment and wit. It’s light, funny, and surprisingly inspiring, proving that you can be smart, stylish, and unstoppable all at once.
The Courier (Saturday 10.35pm RTE Two) is a gripping Cold War spy drama directed by Dominic Cooke, starring Benedict Cumberbatch as Greville Wynne, a British businessman unexpectedly recruited by MI6 to smuggle secrets from Soviet agent Oleg Penkovsky (Merab Ninidze).
The plot follows their unlikely friendship and the high-stakes mission to prevent nuclear war.
Rachel Brosnahan adds intrigue as CIA operative Emily Donovan and also stars Jessie Buckley as Wynne’s wife Sheila.
Abel Korzeniowski’s haunting score perfectly matches the tense atmosphere. It’s a slow-burn thriller with heart.
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Senna (Saturday 11.05pm TG4) is a gripping 2010 documentary directed by Asif Kapadia, charting the meteoric rise and tragic end of Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna.
Using only archival footage, it feels intimate and raw, pulling you right into the high-speed drama of his rivalry with Alain Prost and his deep connection to Brazil.
There’s no traditional cast, but Senna himself is the heart of the story. The stirring soundtrack by Antonio Pinto perfectly matches the film’s emotional highs and lows. It won the Oscar for Best Documentary Feature, a well-deserved nod to its powerful storytelling and unforgettable impact.
This is a documentary that even non-sports lovers will find fascinating.
Cal (Saturday 11.25 RTE One), directed by Pat O’Connor, is a poignant Irish drama set during the Troubles.
It follows Cal (John Lynch), a young Catholic man torn between guilt and love when he falls for Marcella (Helen Mirren), the widow of a murdered Protestant policeman whose death involved Cal
The film’s quiet intensity is heightened by Mark Knopfler’s haunting soundtrack, which perfectly mirrors its melancholy tone.
It’s a deeply human story, blending political tension with tender romance. Enjoy!
