The Three Musketeers – Part II: Milady (original title: Les Trois Mousquetaires: Milady)

Loosely inspired by Alexandre Dumas’s 1844 novel, The Three Musketeers: Milady is the second film of the two-part saga following the Three Musketeers: D’Artagnan (2023). Directed by Martin Bourboulon The Three Musketeers: Milady picks up right where the first film left off. D’Artagnan finds himself in a challenging situation as he is forced to collaborate with Milady in a bid to rescue Constance who has been abducted right before him. As Athos, Porthos and Aramis have joined the war’s front line a past secret disrupts old alliances.

Director: Martin Bourboulon

Cast: François Civil, Vincent Cassel, Pio Marmaï, Romain Duris, Eva Green

Language: French

IMDB rating: 6.8/10

Production countries: France, Belgium, Spain, Germany

Where to watch: Options Cinemas, Village cinemas, “Lampros Konstantaras” cinema, Municipal Cinema Cineac, Town Cinemas

Dream Scenario

Kristoffer Borgli’s black comedy fantasy film tells the story of biology professor Paul Matthews who experiences a drastic upheaval when he realizes that he is appearing in countless people’s dreams. Even though his dream appearances satisfy his need for attention, things start to take a dark turn as soon as a dreamer’s visions deviate significantly from the norm. Paul, portrayed by Nicholas Cage, is seen grappling with a Faustian bargain on the cost of fame in this innovative cinematographic scenario.

Director: Kristoffer Borgli

Cast: Nicolas Cage, Julianne Nicholson, Lily Bird, Michael Cera, Tim Meadows, Dylan Gelula, Dylan Baker

Language: English

IMDB rating: 7/10

Production countries: United States

Where to watch: Cinobo Opera, Town cinemas, Option cinemas, Village cinemas (Rentis & The Mall Athens), WestCity cinemas, Aigli Cinema 3D Digital, Alexandra cinema (Patision), Mikrokosmos, Sporting cinema, Tria Asteria cinema

White Bird

Marc Foster’s White Bird is a coming-of-age period drama adapted from R.J. Palacio’s graphic novel Wonder. Helen Mirren in the role of the grandmother unveils to her grandson Julian a deeply personal narrative from her youth as a young Jewish girl during the tumultuous Nazi-occupied France of World War II. In a story on the ever-lasting impact of an action of kindness her life takes an unforeseen turn as she is rescued by one of her classmates and his family.

Director: Marc Foster

Cast: Gillian Anderson, Helen Mirren, Olivia Ross, Bryce Gheisar

Language: English

IMDB rating: 7.7/10

Production country: United States

Where to watch the film: Cinobo Opera, Galaxias cinema, Cine Avana, Village cinema (Rentis & @ The Mall Athens), Cinemax (Aello & Nana), Cine Alexandra (Kallithea), Cinerama Digital cinema, Sporting cinema, WestCity cinemas, Cinema Varkiza

The Beekeeper

Mr. Clay, portrayed by Jason Statham is a peaceful beekeeper leading a quiet life until he hears the news of his friend and neighbor’s death. Digging into the incident he discovers that his friend committed suicide after falling for a phishing scam. In search for revenge against those responsible, Clay turns into the ruthless “Beekeeper” in this action-packed thriller.

Director: David Ayer

Cast: Jason Statham, Emmy Raver-Lampman, Bobby Naderi

Language: English

IMDB rating: 6.7/10

Production country: United States

Where to watch: Nirvana Cinemax, Village cinemas, Tria Asteria cinema, Cinemax (Nana), ”Lampros Konstantaras” cinema, WestCity cinemas, Options cinemas, Cinema Varkiza

Robot Dreams

Pablo Berger’s animation takes us to New York’s East Village of the 80’s to witness the friendship between a dog and his best friend, a robot. The movie received the European Film Award for Best Animated Feature Film.

Director: Pablo Berger

Stars: Ivan Labanda, Tito Trifol, Rafa Calvo

Language: N/A

IMDB rating: 7.6/10

Production countries: Spain, France