Our movie guy, James Finnegan, has the pick of the films on TV tonight…
Our movie guy, James Finnegan, has the pick of the films on TV tonight…Charlotte’s Web (Saturday 6.35pm RTE One), directed by Gary Winick, is a warm and heartfelt adaptation of E. B. White’s classic tale.
Dakota Fanning shines as Fern, with the voices of Julia Roberts as the wise spider Charlotte and Steve Buscemi as the witty rat Templeton.
Danny Elfman’s gentle, whimsical score perfectly complements the film’s tender tone.
The story follows Wilbur, a runt pig saved from slaughter, whose unlikely friendship with Charlotte changes his fate. Its charm lies in its sincerity, humour, and emotional depth.
It is a gentle reminder of friendship, kindness, and the beauty of simple acts.
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Directed by Christopher McQuarrie, Mission Impossible – Rogue Nation (Saturday 9.45pm RTE One) is a high-octane spy thriller stars Tom Cruise as Ethan Hunt, alongside Rebecca Ferguson, Simon Pegg, Jeremy Renner, and Ving Rhames.
Joe Kraemer’s tense and stylish score perfectly match the film’s relentless pace.
Rightly praised for its stunts, the story follows Hunt and his IMF team as they face the Syndicate, a shadowy network intent on global chaos. Ferguson’s Ilsa Faust adds intrigue and moral complexity, while Cruise’s daring plane stunt sets the tone from the start.
It is slick, thrilling, and full of jaw-dropping action that keeps you hooked until the final frame.
Rob Reiner directs When Harry Met Sally (Saturday 10pm TG4) a charming romantic comedy starring Billy Crystal as Harry and Meg Ryan as Sally, with Carrie Fisher and Bruno Kirby in delightful supporting roles.
The witty screenplay by Nora Ephron sparkles, while Marc Shaiman’s warm soundtrack perfectly complements the mood. The film did not win an Oscar, but it earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay.
The story follows Harry and Sally over twelve years, exploring whether men and women can truly be friends without romance getting in the way.
It is heartfelt, funny, and timeless, with performances that feel authentic and deeply relatable.
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Operation Mincemeat (Saturday 10.50pm RTE2) directed by John Madden, stars Colin Firth, Matthew Macfadyen, Kelly Macdonald, and Penelope Wilton. The soundtrack, composed by Thomas Newman, adds a subtle yet tense undercurrent to the story.
Set in 1943, it follows British intelligence officers as they execute a daring deception to mislead Nazi forces about the Allied invasion of Sicily.
The film blends espionage, moral dilemmas, and human emotion with finesse. Performances are heartfelt, pacing is steady, and the historical detail is immersive, making it a thoughtful and engaging watch.
Point Break (Sunday 12.05am RTE One), directed by Kathryn Bigelow, stars Keanu Reeves as rookie FBI agent Johnny Utah and Patrick Swayze as charismatic surfer and bank robber Bodhi.
The film’s adrenaline-fuelled energy is amplified by Mark Isham’s atmospheric soundtrack.
The story follows Utah as he goes undercover to infiltrate a gang of surfers suspected of a string of bank heists. What begins as a mission turns into a dangerous friendship, blurring the lines between duty and loyalty.
It is a thrilling mix of action, philosophy, and breathtaking surf cinematography. Enjoy!
