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The video presents a comprehensive overview of the top 10 new films from various genres released on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV in June and July 2024. It highlights a range of movies, including horror, action, fantasy, comedy, and biographical sports films. Notable mentions include "L Lifes," a horror slasher by Kesh Kakanda, and "The Convert," an action drama by Lee Tamahori that explores Māori culture. A standout period crime drama, "The Bike Riders," directed by Jeff Nichols, delves into the transformation of a motorcycle club in the 1960s.
The segment continues with "Number Seven," a fantasy comedy by John Brinsky about a girl encountering real-life imaginary friends, and "The Watchers," a supernatural horror by Shauna Night Shyamalan. Kevin Costner’s "Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1" offers an epic Western narrative on 19th-century settlers. An animated fantasy, "The Boy and the Heron" by Hamazaki, explores a boy's quest in a secret realm, while "Young Woman in the Sea" recounts swimmer Gertrude Ederle’s historic English Channel swim.
The video also reviews a film where Detective Billy Rosewood and Sergeant Haager collaborate with Axel against a high-level conspiracy, emphasizing action and humor. "Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga," directed by George Miller, delves into Furiosa's origin, enriching the Mad Max series with intense action and character development. The video concludes by encouraging viewers to subscribe for more recommendations.
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In this part of the video, the host introduces a countdown of the top 10 new Hollywood action, comedy, fantasy, and horror films released on Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Apple TV in June and July 2024.
– **Number 10: “L Lifes”** – A horror slasher directed by Kesh Kakanda, about a family’s RV vacation turning into a nightmare due to attacks by hostile inhabitants. The film references horror classics and includes shockingly violent moments.
– **Number 9: “The Convert”** – A 2023 action drama directed by Lee Tamahori, featuring a priest named Thomas Monroe who travels to 1830s New Zealand and becomes involved in a feud between Māori chiefs. The film highlights Māori culture with notable battle scenes, despite some clichéd and unbelievable moments.
– **Number 8: “The Bike Riders”** – A period crime drama directed by Jeff Nichols, set in the 1960s, depicting the transformation of a motorcycle club from a refuge for outcasts to a violent entity. The narrative focuses on themes of defiance, freedom, and brotherhood, with a detailed portrayal of 1960s motorcycle culture and strong performances from the cast.
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In this segment, the video discusses three films:
1. **Number Seven** (a 2024 fantasy comedy by John Brinsky):
– Focuses on a little girl named Be who, after a painful event, starts seeing everyone’s abandoned imaginary friends.
– Be stays with her grandmother while her father undergoes heart surgery.
– She encounters a creature with her neighbor and learns that imaginary friends are real.
– The film highlights imagination as a coping mechanism, dealing with serious topics sensitively.
– Initially slow-paced but becomes engaging and visually striking, appealing to young adults and families.
2. **The Watchers** (a 2024 supernatural horror by Shauna Night Shyamalan):
– Centers around Mina, a pet store employee lost in an Irish wilderness.
– She takes refuge in a bunker with three strangers, who reveal they must stay inside at night to survive due to watching creatures.
– Suspense builds as the film explores the creatures and the group’s escape attempts.
– Though not as polished as works by her father, M. Night Shyamalan, it creatively uses settings, camera angles, and music to build suspense, despite some shortcomings in character development and resolution.
3. **Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1** (a 2024 epic Western by Kevin Costner):
– Follows settlers in the 19th-century American frontier facing various challenges, including difficult terrain, Native American hostilities, and family issues.
– Interweaves multiple narratives of criminals, traders, and settlers to provide a comprehensive view of the era.
– Features a strong ensemble cast and detailed individual narratives.
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In this part of the video, the focus is on reviewing three films:
1. A historical drama set in the American West, praised for its emotional story of a resilient family, stunning cinematography, and attention to historical details, despite some inconsistencies in character development and a potentially confusing sequential format.
2. “The Boy and the Heron,” a 2024 animated fantasy directed by Hamazaki, follows a young boy named Mahito on a quest in a secret realm to find his mother’s soul, showcasing powerful themes of personal journey, supernatural encounters, and striking emotional and visual depth typical of Studio Ghibli’s brilliance.
3. “Young Woman in the Sea,” a 2024 biographical sports film directed by Wae Ronning, depicts American swimmer Gertrude Ederle’s historic English Channel swim, highlighting her rigorous training and the personal and professional obstacles she faces, with strong marine cinematography and an inspirational, though somewhat predictable, narrative.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator discusses two movies. First, they talk about a film where Detective Billy Rosewood and Sergeant Haager team up with Axel to dismantle a city-wide conspiracy involving high-level officials. The film combines fast-paced action and humor but may seem outdated for modern viewers. Murphy’s acting and nostalgia factor compensate for its flaws, making it enjoyable for both new and old fans of the franchise.
Next, the focus shifts to “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,” a prequel to “Fury Road” directed by George Miller. It explores Furiosa’s backstory, from her childhood abduction by the warlord Dementus to her service under Immortan Joe, culminating in her quest for revenge and journey back home. The film maintains the visually spectacular and fast-paced essence of the Mad Max series, offering intense action and character development that enrich the Mad Max universe. While some plot points may be predictable, it provides a compelling origin story that appeals to franchise veterans and newcomers alike. The video ends with a prompt to subscribe for more movie and series recommendations.