Week 17 2025
Week 16 2025

On Screens This Week | 38th Edition

On On Screens This Week,  our carefully curated recommendation is brimming with must-watch content that promises to captivate you. From jaw-dropping true crime stories and enlightening cinematic history lessons to adrenaline-pumping thrillers, heartwarming comedies, and binge-worthy dramas, there's something here for every mood and every viewer across the globe.

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Week 09 2025

On Screens This Week | 37th Edition

This week, On Screens This Week brings together a rich and varied lineup of must-see documentaries, films, and TV series that entertain, challenge, and move us in unexpected ways. From gripping dramas to revealing non-fiction, bold comedies to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, here’s what’s lighting up screens near you.

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Week 17 2025
Week 16 2025

On Screens This Week | 38th Edition

On On Screens This Week,  our carefully curated recommendation is brimming with must-watch content that promises to captivate you. From jaw-dropping true crime stories and enlightening cinematic history lessons to adrenaline-pumping thrillers, heartwarming comedies, and binge-worthy dramas, there's something here for every mood and every viewer across the globe.

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Week 15 2025

On Screens This Week | 37th Edition

This week, On Screens This Week brings together a rich and varied lineup of must-see documentaries, films, and TV series that entertain, challenge, and move us in unexpected ways. From gripping dramas to revealing non-fiction, bold comedies to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, here’s what’s lighting up screens near you.

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Week 14 2025
Week 13 2025
Week 12 2025

Week 14 2025

On Screens This Week Blog

36th Edition | March 2025 | Week 14

Get ready for another week of must-watch entertainment! We have curated an electrifying lineup of films and series which include captivating documentaries to pulse-pounding thrillers, heartfelt dramas, and laugh-out-loud comedies. Whether heading to the cinema, streaming from your couch, or diving into a nostalgic classic, there's something for everyone.

Dive into gripping documentaries, like the powerful War Paint: Women at War, the chilling true-crime mystery Gone Girls: The Long Island Serial Killer, or the espionage-laced The Pigeon Tunnel.

In cinemas, experience the genre-bending thriller Restless, embark on an epic adventure with A Minecraft, or uncover the darkly comedic horror of Death of a Unicorn.

Streaming platforms are packed with emotional journeys, from the sweeping romance of Promised Hearts to the action-packed sea adventure Thandel.

Meanwhile, TV series lovers can binge on fresh series like The Divorce Insurance and Buried Hearts. Finally, we pay tribute to the late Richard Chamberlain with The Thorn Birds: The Missing Years, celebrating his unforgettable legacy.

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Week 13 2025

On Screens This Week Blog

35th Edition | March 2025 | Week 13

Hello, movie lovers! This week’s On Screens This Week brings an exciting lineup of films, documentaries, and TV series across various genres.

Documentary enthusiasts will enjoy David Blaine: Do Not Attempt, Number One on the Call Sheet, celebrating Black excellence in Hollywood, and Con Mum, a quizzically fascinating real-life story.

In cinemas, don't miss the dark comedy Novocaine, action-packed L2: Empuraan, and horror film The Woman in the Yard. A Working Man offers thrilling conspiracy, while The End blends musical drama with sci-fi.

For streaming at home, check out Revelations for mystery and horror, Holland for a gripping thriller, and the family-friendly comedy Alexander & the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip.

For binge-worthy TV, catch The Studio for Hollywood insights, sports drama in Go!, and psychological crime in MobLand. The Lady’s Companion mixes history, romance, and comedy, while This City Is Ours and Caught [Atrapados] provide intense crime drama.

In honour of Quentin Tarantino’s birthday on March 27th, we spotlight Reservoir Dogs, a groundbreaking gangster-heist thriller.

No matter what you’re in the mood for; suspense, action, laughs, or even a musical sci-fi fantasy, this week’s picks have it all. So, book your cinema tickets online, grab your popcorn buckets, snacks or queue up your watchlist, and settle in for an amazing week of fantastic storytelling. And don’t forget to raise a toast to Tarantino by revisiting Reservoir Dogs. Great cinema truly lasts a lifetime!

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Week 12 2025

On Screens This Week Blog

34th Edition | March 2025 | Week 12

Get ready for amazing stories just waiting for you to discover. In this week’s edition, we have curated an impressive lineup of must-watch films, documentaries, and TV series that will captivate your interest.

This week’s standout documentaries are particularly powerful. "Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution" takes you on a profound journey through the historical fight for disability rights, while "You Are Not Alone: Fighting the Wolf Pack" delivers a haunting narrative of the 2016 San Fermín festival gang rape, sparking global protests and urgent conversations on justice and gender violence.

In cinemas, dive into the magical world of "Flow," a breathtaking animated adventure perfect for the whole family, or experience the enchanting reimagining of "Snow White" filled with music, romance, and fantasy. True crime fans will be riveted by "The Alto Knights," a riveting real-life gangster saga, while "Santosh" and "Armand" offer a thrilling plunge into mystery and psychological suspense. Don’t miss "Brief History of a Family," an intimate exploration of relationships that will tug at your heartstrings.

For those into TV series on major streaming platforms, get ready for "Adolescence" (Season 1), a dark psychological crime drama that will keep you on the edge of your seat. "The Residence" invites you into a clever blend of comedy and mystery within a whodunnit set in the White House, and animation enthusiasts will delight in "Goldie" (Season 1), a joyous family adventure. For films on streaming, enthusiasts can look forward to "A Thousand and One," a powerful crime drama exploring the themes of love, resilience, and survival in the vibrant heart of New York City.

In addition, don’t miss this week’s Iconic Actor & Film tribute celebrating the legendary Shashi Kapoor with the riveting classic "Deewaar." This action epic solidified his esteemed legacy in Indian cinema.

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Week 11 2025

On Screens This Week Blog

33rd Edition | March  2025 | Week 11

Lights, camera, action! This week’s watchlist is filled with gripping thrillers, eye-opening documentaries, and nostalgic classics.

Dive into the creative mind of Geoff McFetridge, relive the high stakes hunt for Osama bin Laden, or unravel secrets in "Dope Thief" and "Blood Legacy."

On the big screen, you can enjoy espionage in "Black Bag," high-seas survival in "Last Breath," and indie gems like "Superboys of Malegaon." Animation lovers will be enchanted by "Ne Zha 2," while streaming options offer romance in "Picture This," action in "Suky," and dark comedy in "Bienvenidos a la Familia."

In our spotlight this week is "Basic Instinct," celebrating the ever-iconic Sharon Stone.

The scriptwriters, producers, directors, cinematographers, actors, costume designers, sound technicians, set designers, editors, and distributors have all done their jobs. Now it’s your turn to show up, sit back, and enjoy what has been offered!

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Week 10 2025

On Screens This Week Blog

32nd Edition | March 2025 | Week 10

The 97th Oscars have ended, but the excitement is far from over. This year's ceremony was an outstanding celebration of independent filmmaking, with many deserving artists taking home prestigious awards.

As conversations about the event continue to reverberate around the globe, "On Screens This Week" brings you an unmissable lineup of must-watch movies and TV series that are set to be strong contenders for upcoming awards.

Whether you’re in the mood for documentaries, sci-fi adventures, historical epics, or intense crime dramas, there’s something here to captivate every viewer.

Parents, guardians, aunts, and uncles, please take the younger ones to the cinema to help sustain and preserve the culture of going to the movies. If you're not subscribed to any streaming platforms, now is the perfect time to join. Did you know that some local TV stations offer free streaming services? Check them out, get connected, and immerse yourself in the exciting content available on screens this week!

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ON SCREENS THIS WEEK!

30th Edition (February 3rd Week - 2025)

It’s another exciting week “On Screens This Week”, bringing you a diverse lineup of films, documentaries, and TV series from around the world.

In this week’s recommendations, explore real-life stories with a documentary that celebrates an unsung music icon, the tragic story of two social media stars, and a docudrama that captures a historical timeline of Brazil. For those seeking thrills and chills, we have selected three films across genres like dark comedy, horror, thriller, Sci-Fi, adventure and dark romance. Fans of heartfelt narratives, including drama, comedy and romance, will also find something to enjoy. Crime and mystery enthusiasts, we recommend something special from Japan for you.

Finally, we honour the extraordinary legacy of Dame Maggie Smith, who left an indelible mark on cinema and theatre.

From Hollywood to Bollywood, Europe to Asia, this week’s selections promise something for everyone. So, book your cinema tickets to enjoy the excitement on the big screen or sit back, turn on your screen devices, press play and enjoy the best of global entertainment!

…and the BAFTA winners are:

https://www.bafta.org/awards/film

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cp3j3wdxxxgo

More details of the recommended films & TV Series for this week is below.

IN CINEMAS

Documentary/Music

An examination of the life and legacy of Sly & The Family Stone - the groundbreaking band led by the charismatic Sly Stone - that captures the band's reign while shedding light on the burden that comes with success for Black artists in America.

Cast: Sly Stone, Andre 3000, Chaka Khan, George Clinton, Nile Rogers, Clive Davis, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis

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Video Editor: Joshua L Pearson

Director: Questlove

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PeKg69eOsAk

NETFLIX

Season 1

(Crime Docu- Series)

A young couple's cross-country van journey, documented on social media, ends in tragedy when domestic violence shatters their seemingly perfect life. Their story sparks a nationwide investigation and raises questions about family loyalty.

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Directors: Julia Willoughby Nason & Michael Gasparro

Cert: TV-MA

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cj6N5aK2qzI

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Docudrama/Biography/Thriller/History

In the early 1970s, the military dictatorship in Brazil reaches its height. The Paiva family - Rubens, Eunice, and their five children - live in a beachside house in Rio, open to all their friends. One day, Rubens is taken for questioning and does not return.

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Writers: Murilo Hauser, Heitor Lorega, Marcelo Rubens Paiva

Cast: Fernanda Torres, Fernanda Montenegro, Selton Mello, Valentina Herszage

Director: Walter Salles

Cert:15                        

Language: Portuguese

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gDunV808Yf4

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Dark Comedy/Horror

When twin brothers Bill and Hal find their father's old monkey toy in the attic, a series of gruesome deaths start. The siblings decide to throw the toy away and move on with their lives, growing apart over the years.

Writers: Osgood Perkins & Stephen King

Cast: Theo James, Tatiana Maslany, Christian Convery, Colin O’Brien, Elijah Wood, Sarah Levy

Director: Osgood Perkins

Cert: 15

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=husMGbXEIho

IN CINEMAS

Romance/Comedy/Drama

A hilarious and heartwarming modern-day romance set in Delhi, a professional navigates a complicated love triangle when his old flame returns to his life just as he begins falling for someone new, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings.

Writers: Mudassar Aziz & Vashu Bhagnani

Cast: Bhumi Pednekar, Rakul Preet Singh, Arjun Kapoor,

Director: Mudassar Aziz

Language: Hindi

Cert: 15

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kPDPBU8eVuo

IN CINEMAS

Drama

Sisters July & September are thick as thieves, though very different. September is protective & distrustful of others, while July is open to & curious about the world. Their dynamic is a concern to their single mum, Sheela, who is unsure what to do with them. 

Writers: Daisy Johnson & Ariane Labed

Cast: Mia Tharia, Pascale Kann, Rakhee Thakrar, Niamh Moriarty

Director: Ariane Labed

Cert: 18

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v_Ekgj3KEO4

Streaming Series & Film

Disney+ Hotstar

Drama/Comedy

An accident during a medical check-up changes Roohi's life completely, she must face whatever fate has in store for her.

“Oops Ab Kya” opens you to a world of entertaining escape into relatable characters, unpredictable circumstances, rollercoaster emotions all laced with drama and comedy.

Writers: Suprith Kundar, Chirag Mahabal, Ayesha Nair & Devanshi Shah

Cast: Shweta Basu Prasad, Sonali Kulkarni, Aashim Gulati, Amy Aela, Jaaved Jaaferi

Director: Debatma Mandal & Prem Mistry

Language: Hindi

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bPLnTTzRPE

Netflix

Drama/Sci-Fi/Fantasy/Thriller/Ai/Horror

Germany's oldest smart home awakens its AI helper Cassandra after decades when a new family moves in. Cassandra, determined never to be abandoned again, manipulates events using the home's resources to become part of the family.

Writers: Sina Flammang, Benjamin Gutsche

Cast: Mina Tander, Michael Klammer, Lavinia Wilson, Joshua Kantara, Mary Tolle, Franz Hartwig, Elias Grunthal

Director: Benjamin Gutsche

Language: German (Subs & Dubs)

Cert: 15

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-u1WgNJgmug

Netflix

Crime/Drama/Mystery

A former top lawyer now solves inheritance cases as a private detective. With his smarts and quirky allies, he uncovers family secrets from his own office.

Writers: Yumie Nishiogi & Yo Ikuta

Cast: Eiji Akaso, Hiyori Sakurada, Yuma Yamoto, Masanobu Takashima, Motoki Ochiai

Director: Shintaro Sugawara

Language: Japanese (Subs & Dubs)

Cert: 13

Apple TV+

Thriller/Dark Romance/Sci-Fi/Adventure/Horror

Two highly trained operatives become close after being sent to protect opposite sides of a mysterious gorge. When an evil emerges, they must work together to survive what lies within.

Writer: Zach Dean

Cast: Miles Teller, Anya Taylor-Joy, Sigourney Weaver, Sope Dirisu, William Houston

Director: Scott Derrickson

Cert: 15

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rUSdnuOLebE

CLASSIC FILM OF THE WEEK AND AN ICONIC ACTRESS OF THE WEEK

On Amazon

Drama/Coming-of-Age/Comedy/Romance/Teen Drama

Jean Brodie (Maggie Smith) is a free-spirited teacher at a Scottish girls' school during the 1930s. She encourages her young pupils to embrace romantic ideals, educating them about love and art rather than hard facts. However, her controversial teaching philosophy draws the ire of the school's headmistress, Miss Mackey (Celia Johnson), and, as Miss Brodie becomes entangled in a love triangle, her behaviour towards her favourite students becomes increasingly manipulative.

Writer: Muriel Spark & Jay Presson Allen

Cast: Maggie Smith, Robert Stephens, Pamela Franklin, Celia Johnson, Gordon Jackson

Director: Ronald Neame

Cert: 12

Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXA0N55c3iw