What's New in Film
Susan Sarandon shines as a chain-smoking, sharp-tongued foster parent in Zach Woods' directorial debut, "The Accompanist". The film tries to balance comedy and drama, but its unsteady tone may leave audiences unsure. Meanwhile, Sean Penn is set to direct a drama about the January 6 storming of the US Capitol, with Bradley Cooper eyed for the lead role.
Key Numbers
- 28,000 tickets sold in the first 24 hours for Christopher Nolan's "The Odyssey" at the BFI Imax in London
- $1 million in ticket sales for "The Odyssey" in its first 24 hours
What's Coming Up in TV
The fourth season of "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds" is set to premiere, with a new trailer teasing the iconic friendship between James T. Kirk and Spock. The season promises to explore their bond as they face new challenges together.
Sci-Fi Thrillers
"Orion", a sci-fi thriller starring Andrew McCarthy, Debby Ryan, and Drew Van Acker, is set for a US theatrical release via Blue Harbor Entertainment. The film, directed by Jaco Bouwer, follows a group of characters as they navigate a mysterious and thrilling world.