Fancy a trip to the movies?
There's an incredibly eclectic bunch of films being released in UK cinemas this October, and here's a taste of what's in store.
The Girl On The Train
Release date: October 5th
Plot: Rachel Watson, an alcoholic who divorced her husband after she caught him cheating on her, takes the train to work daily. However, one day, she sees something that will change her life.
Go see it because: The novel is one of those incredibly addictive page turners that has you hooked. The always enjoyable Emily Blunt seems like a perfect piece of casting to us.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y5yk-HGqKmM
Clip via - Universal Pictures
The Greasy Strangler
Release date: October 7th
Plot: Ronnie runs a Disco walking tour with his son, Brayden. When a beautiful woman takes the tour, it begins a competition between father and son for her love. It also signals the arrival of an oily strangler who stalks the streets at night.
Go see it because: We've had our eye on this one for a long time because this wacky film has been earning rave reviews in the US. The trailer looks bonkers and it has cult-classic written all over it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eFYwz24ii4w
Clip via - The Greasy Strangler
War On Everyone
Release date: October 7th
Plot: Two corrupt cops in New Mexico set out to blackmail and frame every criminal unfortunate enough to cross their path. Things take a sinister turn, however, when they try to intimidate someone who is more dangerous than they are. Or is he?
Go see it because: It's the latest film from John Michael McDonagh, director of
The Guard and
Calvary, so you know that there's going to be some brilliant writing, twisted humour and memorable set-pieces. We got a sneak peak of it and we're delighted to say that it's a giddy thrill.
Driving over mimes, shootouts, great one liners and the world's saddest toupee are all here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YkQgZGNMdv4
Clip via - iconfilmdistribution
Blood Father
Release date: October 7th
Plot: An ex-con reunites with his estranged wayward 17-year old daughter to protect her from drug dealers who are trying to kill her.
Go see it because: It's an extremely solid revenge flick that plays to Mel Gibson's strengths.
Jean-François Richet, director of the wonderful Mesrine films, really knows how to shoot an action scene and this really feels like a throwback to the roles that made Gibson so renowned.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGvTRG-iud8
Clip via - Lionsgate Movies
Mattress Men
Release date: October 7th
Plot: Trying to save his struggling mattress business, Michael Flynn reinvents himself as the eccentric online persona 'Mattress Mick', under the guidance of his friend Paul Kelly. As business begins to grow, their friendship starts to implode.
Go see it because: Very few Irish entrepreneurs have captured the public's heart in the way that Mattress Mick has. Here's hoping that we get to see some of his amazing viral videos.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPUrPYE8F6I
Clip via - Element Pictures Distribution
Supersonic
Release date: October 14th
Plot: An in-depth look at the life and music of the iconic Oasis.
Go see it because: Even after their split, very few bands can inspire as much love, attention and hatred like Oasis. It's very likely that you'll go mad fer it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9waBd3yPOLE
Clip via -
Entertainment One UK
American Honey
Release date:October 14th
Plot: A teenage girl with nothing to lose joins a traveling magazine sales crew, and gets caught up in a whirlwind of hard partying, law bending and young love as she criss-crosses the Midwest with a band of misfits.
Go see it because: Andrea Arnold is one of the most uncompromising and original directors around, if you haven't seen Red Road and Fish Tank then check them out, and we've high expectations for this one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1SpWZm1PLc
Clip via - A24
Inferno
Release date: October 14th
Plot: When Robert Langdon wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he teams up with Dr. Sienna Brooks, and together they must race across Europe against the clock to foil a deadly global plot.
Go see it because: Ron Howard is back behind the lens and fans of
The Da Vinci Code and
Angels and Demons will know exactly what to expect here. Action, mystery and Tom Hanks in a frantic race against time.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RH2BD49sEZI
Clip via - Sony Pictures Entertainment
I, Daniel Blake
Release date: October 21st
Plot: A middle aged carpenter who requires state welfare after injuring himself, is joined by a single mother in a similar scenario.
Go see it because: Ken Loach's latest film won the Palm D'or at the Cannes Film Festival and it features a stunning performance from lead actor Dave Johns.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahWgxw9E_h4
Clip via - Entertainment One UK
Jack Reacher: Never Go Back
Release date:October 21st
Plot: Jack Reacher must uncover the truth behind a major government conspiracy in order to clear his name. On the run as a fugitive from the law, Reacher uncovers a potential secret from his past that could change his life forever.
Go see it because: CRUISE! One of the biggest stars on the planet is back and the we're intrigued to see that
Edward Zwick is directing this one. He worked with Cruise before on The Last Samurai, he also directed Blood Diamond and Glory, so there's some serious pedigree here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkKPE-1HEz8
Clip via - Paramount Pictures International
Doctor Strange
Release date: October 25th.
Plot: After his career is destroyed, a brilliant but arrogant and conceited surgeon gets a new lease on life when a sorcerer takes him under her wing and trains him to defend the world against evil.
Go see it because: Phase three of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to get Strange as the wonderful Benedict Cumberbatch takes the lead in the latest comic-book blockbuster.
This promises to be a new direction for the superhero genre and the visuals that we saw in the trailer were truly jaw-dropping. Marvel rarely get their formula wrong and this looks fresh, innovative and perfectly cast.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HSzx-zryEgM
Clip via - Marvel Entertainment
