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The film in theaters: Transformers, the beginning by Josh Cooley
While we were dying of boredom, a little more boredom with each new episode of the adventures of the Transformers (Bumblebee spin-off included), this is a return to grace that we had not anticipated for a single moment. Returning to the origins of this mythology, Josh Cooley (Toy story 4) in fact gives it a second lease of life through its decision to approach it from the unexpected angle of the class struggle while playing to the fullest the cartoonish comedy side that animation allows. This is undoubtedly the best part of the saga.
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The film in streaming: Werewolves by François Uzan
If you have already done even part of Werewolvesyou're probably saying to yourself that a film adaptation seems like the coolest idea of the week, as the game relies on the atmosphere and interaction created by the players. And yet, the result is very nice in the genre Jumanji frenchy, where a family is immersed in the world of the game and must use their special powers to unmask the lupines that are on the prowl. Good SFX, good casting (Dubosc is a great comedy lead), good writing (apart from the dismaying beginning), good atmosphere… nice surprise, then.
Watch Werewolves on Netflix
The series: Doctor Odyssey
First and foremost for the pleasure of finding Joshua Jackson. With a beguiling smile on his lips, he makes a doctor worthy of McDreamy at the helm of the medical service of this cruise liner. Surrounded by supporting roles dedicated to making him shine, the former best friend of Dawson takes care of the passengers in a solar medical series – co-written by Ryan Murphy – which does not aim to be realistic for two cents (it would even be rather absurd at times) but essentially aims to entertain the viewer for 40 minutes.
Watch Doctor Odyssey on Disney Plus
The Classic: A women's affair by Claude Chabrol (1988)
It took ten years for Claude Chabrol to film Isabelle Huppert again after the success of Violette Nozière which earned the young actress the Cannes laurels in 78. This Women's businesstakes up this same idea of the emancipatory quest of a woman ready to do anything to escape her class. Huppert is here Marie who, under the Vichy regime, practices clandestine abortion (true story again!) Chabrol's clinical staging examines without moral judgment the actions of his heroine stuck in the cramped conditions of her condition. If you want to know if Huppert really deserved her recent Lumière Prize, observe the mystery that she manages to put into each of her gestures.
Watch A Women’s Affair on France.TV
The movie on TV: The Innocent by Louis Garrel
Unstoppable comedy which does not forget the romanticism, The Innocent was inspired by Louis Garrel's story of his own mother, who gave theater classes in prison and fell under the spell of an inmate. A fantastic heist film, incredible and virtuoso, where Garrel, Noémie Merlant, Roschdy Zem and Anouk Grinberg deliver extraordinary performances. You would be well advised to catch up if you missed it in theaters.
Watch The Innocent in replay on Arte.TV
The documentary: It's the Zodiac that speaks to you, by Ari Mark and Phil Lott
17 years after David Fincher's film, the Zodiac affair remains incredibly fascinating… and frustrating. By giving voice to siblings who worked very closely with Arthur Leigh Allen – one of the main suspects – during their childhood, this docu-series leaves little doubt as to his guilt. And completes the film wonderfully, offering it a new angle, and numerous clues to cross-check.
Watch the three-part documentary series on Netflix