Next month, Netflix in the US will say goodbye to an eclectic mix of genre films, sketch comedies, reality TV and romantic comedies, as well as popular family-friendly productions and documentaries that explore a particular corner of the entertainment industry. . (The date indicates the last date the title will be available.)
“Bathtub Over Broadway” (June 8)
One of the most enjoyable documentaries in recent years, this gripping 2018 documentary explores how “The Late Show with David Letterman” writer Steve Young explores the long-forgotten world of “industrial musical theater.” I am recording how I met. An original musical piece created especially for corporate events and events. It was simply to increase sales, nevertheless providing stable salaries and opportunities for performers, composers and designers for decades. What began as an ironic facile interest discovered while searching for the oddities of a record became something of an obsession for Young, and the film turned into a silent love letter to ephemeral art. evolve.
“The Mall”: Seasons 3-4 (June 13)
One of Netflix’s most unexpected (but fun) revival projects is the reboot of the reality competition series The Mole. The streamer premiered its latest season last fall, hosted by MSNBC’s Alex Wagner. It’s been 14 years since the show’s fifth and possibly final season aired on his ABC. And for the sake of nostalgia, the original season’s third and fourth seasons were also licensed. It was the era of the “Celebrity Mall,” so viewers could see host Ahmad Rashad (originally Anderson Cooper) starring Stephen Baldwin, Angie Everhart, Kathy Griffin, and Dennis Rodman. , Frederick van der Val.
“The Mist” (June 21)
Writer-director Frank Darabont’s third Stephen King adaptation is emotionally heavy and a far cry from his earlier Oscar-winning films The Shawshank Redemption and The Green Mile. was different. Even if these aren’t the “Stephen King movies” we think of, this movie, his 2007 interpretation of King’s 1980 novel, certainly was. Set primarily in a small-town Maine supermarket shrouded in a mysterious, murky fog, the story features supernatural forces, murderous creatures, and a cast of pressure-stricken protagonists. Also, great performances by a layered ensemble (including Andre Brauer, Marcia Gay Harden, Laurie Holden, Thomas Jane, and Toby Jones) and one of the darkest endings ever to sneak into a mainstream film. It is also a feature.
“Chappell’s Show”: Seasons 1-2 (June 30)
Regardless of his current interests (there’s a lot to say), the influence of Dave Chappelle’s Comedy Central sketch series that rocked cable for two brief seasons from 2003 to 2003. Strength, power, and pure comic virtuosity cannot be denied. 2004. (Chapelle infamously dropped out of the show while the third season was in production, and there was only three episodes left on the can.) Several memorable characters and sketches were produced, including an imitation of Sketches about John and the “racial conscription” of blind black white supremacists and celebrities quickly became comedic sensations and pop culture reference points.
“How to Lose a Man in 10 Days” (June 30)
There may have been better romantic comedies in the early 2000s, but Donald Petrie’s 2003 hit might be the best. many A romantic comedy from the early 2000s. All conventions are present and explained. An incredibly gorgeous, opposition-attracting central couple (Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey). A plotline centered around a secret wager. Kathryn Hahn steals the scene as the heroine’s friend. But what it lacks in originality, it makes up for in enthusiasm, with Hudson and McConaughey producing quite the spark and Petrie directing with a proper, ethereal touch.
“Jerry Maguire” (June 30)
In retrospect, writer-director Cameron Crowe, who combined the most quintessential “guy movies” (sports movies) with the most quintessential “chick movies” (romantic comedies), is both artistically and commercially was also really talented. But doing so proved how simple and stuffy such labels can be. As a talented sports agent (Tom Cruise) tells the story of a nervous love affair with a single mother (Renee Zellweger) that makes him a better agent and a better man, Crowe explores common family concerns. I have drafted an improbable Venn diagram showing , honesty and loyalty carry equal weight, and audiences can’t help but root for both the underdog team and the unlikely couple.
“Cat in Boots” (June 30)
The ‘Shrek’ movies made immeasurable money, but oddly enough, their most enduring cultural footprint came in the form of sub-characters who didn’t even appear until ‘Shrek 2′. It seems that. But the calm and brave Puss in Boots, voiced by Antonio Banderas, not only became one of the series’ most popular characters, but also the star of his own fun adventures. . Held in 2011, the treat included a reunion of Banderas with “Desperado” co-star Salma Hayek, as well as energetic vocal performances by Guillermo del Toro, Zach Galifianakis, and more, bringing the little ones closer. It gave us the thrills and laughter we expected, and gave our parents an Easter egg. , Amy Sedaris and Billy Bob Thornton.
“Taking Pelham 123” (June 30)
The 1974 film version of the crime novel The Recapture of Pelham One-Two-Three was so steeped in the peculiarities of New York City during the Fun City era, that the remake captures its grimy thrills. It was probably impossible to revive. But Tony Scott’s 2009 version of him has its own fun. Denzel Washington, Scott’s frequent lead, presents a complex anguish to his grey-haired protagonist. The MTA’s ride-hailing duties are sabotaged by a madman (John Travolta) whose crew occupies subway cars and holds passengers hostage. And James Gandolfini, who served as mayor, is brilliant (and miles different from Tony Soprano).
“World War Z” (June 30)
Both of Max Brooks’ 2006 novels about the zombie apocalypse were a natural fit for film (again, in this novel, zombie apocalypse) and is also a challenge, as much of its power comes from its epistolary “oral history” structure. These challenges make for a somewhat troubled production, with lots of expensive reshoots and 11 hours of rewrites to talk about, so it’s a little surprising that the footage is so consistent. Well-crafted, tense and thrilling, effective character beats alternate with effective character beats. A thrilling set.
It also departs as follows.Philomena](June 19), “Mandela: The Long Road to Freedom](June 29).
