Our movie guy, James Finnegan, has the pick of the movies on the box today and tonight…
Our movie guy, James Finnegan, has the pick of the movies on the box today and tonight…James Cameron’s Titanic (Saturday 6.30pm Channel Four) is an epic blend of romance and disaster that still sweeps you away, although – Spoiler Alert – it does not end well for everyone!
Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet shine as Jack and Rose, two star-crossed lovers from different worlds, while Billy Zane delivers a perfectly smug antagonist.
The breathtaking visuals and meticulous detail make the doomed voyage feel heartbreakingly real. James Horner’s hauntingly beautiful score, paired with that unforgettable theme song, lingers long after the credits roll.
No wonder it sailed away with eleven Oscars, including Best Picture and Best Director. It’s a film that’s as grand and tragic as the ship itself and utterly unforgettable.
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Directed by Pierre Perifel, The Bad Guys (Saturday 6.35pm RTE One) is a slick animated caper follows a crew of charming animal criminals trying to go straight… or at least pretend to.
The voice cast is spot-on — Sam Rockwell oozes cool as Mr. Wolf, with Awkwafina, Marc Maron, Craig Robinson, and Anthony Ramos adding plenty of personality. Daniel Pemberton’s jazzy, high-energy soundtrack keeps the pace snappy and fun.
Bugonia (Saturday 8pm Sky Premier) directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, is a wild, unsettling ride that blends dark comedy with biting social commentary.
Jesse Plemons and Emma Stone deliver brilliantly offbeat performances, bouncing between absurdity and raw emotion.
The film’s surreal tone is amplified by Jerskin Fendrix’s haunting, playful score, which lingers in your head long after the credits roll.
Lanthimos’s knack for turning the bizarre into something strangely beautiful is on full display here.
With its sharp writing and fearless performances, it’s no surprise Bugonia took home the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. It’s weird, it’s witty, and it’s absolutely worth the watch.
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My Policeman (Saturday 9.30pm RTE One) directed by Michael Grandage, is a tender yet heartbreaking drama set in 1950s Brighton.
Harry Styles shines as Tom, a policeman torn between duty and desire, alongside Emma Corrin as his wife Marion and David Dawson as Patrick, the man he truly loves.
The film’s emotional weight is amplified by Steven Price’s hauntingly beautiful score, which lingers long after the credits roll. Told across two timelines, it delicately explores love, repression, and the cost of secrets.
It’s a slow burn, but if you’re in the mood for a poignant story, based on actual events, this is worth a look
You know that kind of movie that sticks with you long after the credits roll? The Sixth Sense (Saturday 9.45pm TG4), directed by M. Night Shyamalan, is exactly that.
Bruce Willis delivers a quietly powerful performance as Dr. Malcolm Crowe, while young Haley Joel Osment is unforgettable as the boy who “sees dead people.” Toni Collette adds real emotional depth as his worried mother.
James Newton Howard’s haunting score perfectly amplifies the film’s eerie, suspenseful atmosphere.
It’s no wonder the film earned six Oscar nominations and won over audiences worldwide. It is a smart, twisty thriller, and remains this director’s career high spot. Enjoy!
