Bram Stoker's Dracula Sat 30/5 The Horror Channel @ 21.00
Yeah, we all know the story. Jonathan Harker. The Borgo Pass. A scary old dude who turns young when he drinks blood. Mina, the woman he falls for. Renfield. Carfax Abbey. Van Helsing. It's all been done to death but in the hands of Francis Ford Coppola the story of Dracula becomes a hilariously overwrought and bonkers watch that will set your imagination revving. Gary Oldman, Winona Ryder and & Anthony Hopkins lead a packed cast.
The Witness Sat 30/5 RTE2 @ 23.45
A Korean take on the infamous murder of Kitty Genovese. A man sees a killing from his apartment window and does nothing about it. His inaction soon comes back to haunt him tenfold when his family is in danger. A nailbitingly suspenseful thriller about the anonymity and selfish habits created by modern day living. Sung-min Lee is a solid lead and it's deadly to see RTE branching out into foreign cinema.
10 Cloverfield Lane Sat 30/5 CH4 @ 23.55
After a car accident a woman wakes up in an underground shelter. The man in there swears he is holding her there for her own good but she's suspicious of his motives. This pseudo sequel to 2007's Cloverfield is an initially confusing film that turns into a nail chewing thriller before turning into something else altogether. Mary Elizabeth Winstead and John Goodman are both excellent in a film you'll get more out of if you've seen it's predecessor.
Julieta Sat 30/5 BBC2 @ Midnight
Julieta has big life changing plans afoot until a chance encounter with a face from her past forces her to confront old tragedy and the spectre of long lost family. A lesser Pedro Almodóvar film to be sure but still a film worth watching as his work always tends to be interesting at the very least. A touching story that will strike a chord with plenty of viewers. Emma Suárez as the titular character does great work.
Dave Sun 31/5 RTE1 @ 15.35
The president of the USA has been a bold boy and as a result ends up at death's door. Dave, a small town fella who looks uncannily like the big man gets called into action to impersonate him and keep the country running smoothly. Kevin Kline just nails it in this charmingly old fashioned comedy drama. A lovely Sunday afternoon watch. Sigourney Weaver and a rather intense Frank Langella have fun in support.
Billy Elliot Sun 31/5 BBC1 @ 22.30
Durham. 1984. Thatcher is closing the mines and anger is rising. Against a backdrop of violence a young boy discovers a passion for dancing which does not please his old fashioned father one bit. A perfect film about the need to do what's right for you and not worrying about the status quo. Jamie Bell, Gary Lewis and the always brilliant Julie Walters do mighty work. A film to keep for when you need a lift.
War Of The Worlds Mon 1/6 TG4 @ 21.15
A stevedore from New Jersey battles to save his family when the people of earth find themselves under attack by a vicious enemy. Tom Cruise is in super form as Joe Everyman is this genuinely scary and effective bit of science fiction from Steven Spielberg. One of the best post 9/11 disaster films. Cruise is reliable as always, Dakota Fanning as his daughter too but Tim Robbins steals in the show in a terrifying little vignette.
Murder On The Orient Express Mon 1/6 RTE1 @ 21.30
12 knife wounds. A dead man in a cabin onboard a train across Russia. Who did it? Who knows? Luckily Hercule Poirot is onboard and he just happens to be the best detective in the world. This 2017 take on the famous tale was unfairly maligned on its release but it's well worth a watch. Even if you know the ending it's fun stuff, twisty turny and packed with all manner of famous faces. Kenneth Branagh, Penelope Cruz, Michelle Pfeiffer, Willem Dafoe and Judi Dench amongst others.
Mike Bassett : England Manager Mon 1/6 ITV4 @ Midnight
After a tragedy strikes, a 4th rate football coach is called up to be the manager of a national team no one wants to deal with. His first big job? To lead his men to the World Cup finals in Brazil. What could go wrong? Ricky Tomlinson is priceless in this entertaining mockumentary. A sports story you'll get plenty of laughs from even if you hate the sport. The cigarette packet mistake is a joke for the ages.
Little Men Tues 2/6 Film4 @ 02.15
When his grandfather dies young Jake and his family move into his apartment in Brooklyn. Below them is a dress shop owned by Leonor and her son Tony. Tony and Jake become quick friends until family issues interfere. A gentle and fantastically acted look at the joy and intricacies of childhood friendships and how they are effected by adult problems. Theo Taplitz & Michael Barbieri lead a fine cast.
How The West Was Won Tues 2/6 TCM @ 13.30
This here is one of the most epic westerns ever made. The sprawling tale of one family over several decades from the Gold Rush to the arrival of the railroads. This is 3hrs of every western you've ever seen all rolled into one and with a cast that will amaze. James Stewart, Henry Fonda, Debbie Reynolds, John Wayne and too many others to begin to name star in this very enjoyable and beautiful looking story.
You're Next Wed 3/6 The Horror Channel @ 22.50
Erin's a new face at a family reunion in rural Missouri that suddenly turns nasty when masked men interrupt proceedings. Adam Wingard's home invasion thriller is a blisteringly violent watch but it's one laced with loads of dark comedy to ensure you'll enjoy the ride. Sharni Vinson and A.J. Bowen have a ball as the leads in this deliciously warped look at family dynamics. You'll never run out your front door again after seeing this.
The Love Witch Thur 4/6 Film4 @ 01.20
Elaine is a witch who wants to be wanted. When a love spell goes wrong she finds herself attracting all the wrong sorts of men. This tribute to the campy euro-horror movies of the 60's and 70's is a joy. It's a odd film, one that won't be to everyone's taste if you aren't familiar with the films it's homaging but if you are you'll have a ball. There's an important message in here too. Samantha Robinson as Elaine is a cracking lead.
High Noon Fri 5/6 TG4 @ 22
A quiet western town finds itself cowering in terror when a feared gang makes a reappearance. Only one man is brave enough to stand up to them and on his wedding day too. One of the quintessential films of the western genre & an early example of revisionism. Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly lead the film as the newly married couple and are both superb. Gripping and exciting stuff. And all done in 85 minutes. What's not to love?
Punisher : Warzone Fri 5/6 Film4 @ 23.45
Ever since his family died Frank Castle has been in...a bad mood. Any evil guys that get in his way tend to die horrifically. Now Jigsaw is in his sights and NYC is about to be painted red with blood. Lexi Alexander's take on The Punisher is magnificent fun. Head crushing, face mincing, baddie burning fun. A million miles from the tame Marvel comic book films of today. Ray Stevenson suits the title role to a tee and Dominic West has a whale of a time as a queasy looking scumbag.
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