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December is a very wide offer for both people who prefer streaming platforms at home, as well as those who regularly visit the cinema. Fans of Polish productions will not complain either, because new series and films are waiting for us.
Netflix: New in December
“Once Upon a National Number One”
The Polish version of “The End of F***ing World” with Quentin Tarantino? Two million zlotys are accidentally taken over by a group of strangers, driving a car that was used in a bank robbery. From now on, they only have two worries: what to spend the money on and how not to fall into the hands of the criminal who stole it first? In the Dorota Trzaski series, they played m.in. Bartosz Belenia, Anna Ilcczuk, Maja Wolska, and Wukasz Jarlicki.
Premiere: December 1
Reeds
Three Polish women living in the 70s and dreaming of independence decide to make money from sex workers. Anna Dobrowolska, author of “Professional Girls” published by Kritika Politichna, worked on the script. Another little-known picture of the history of the People’s Republic of Poland. Among the stars of the series we will see Magdalena Popławska, Wiktoria Filus, Matylda Giegżno and Łukasz Simlat.
Premiere: December 14th.
Bardot, a pseudo-history of a handful of facts.
Nominated for the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, this intense and personal film from the Mexican director is likely to divide viewers again, as was Birdman, 21G or The Revenant. This time, Alejandro González Iñárritu shows us a respected stream-of-consciousness journalist and documentary filmmaker living in Los Angeles who, after several years of emigration, has decided to return to his native Mexico. The author decided to compete with such works as “Eight and a half” or “Where wild strawberries grow.” Effect? It is up to the viewer to judge.
Premiere: December 16th.
“Emily in Paris” Season 3
At the end of the year, the popular series returns with a third season. A year after moving from Chicago to Paris, Emily will face choices that will affect her career and love. Her future in France is in doubt. We will also find out how her fate and the fate of Alfie, who must return to London, will turn out. Does this herald the return of romance with the handsome chef Gabriel?
Premiere: December 21st.
The Glass Onion: The Knife Out Movie
After watching the movie “knives” And the audience agreed: “We were waiting for such a dark crime comedy.” Will the second part of the production repeat this success? This time, detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig) goes to a luxurious mansion on a Greek island to solve another mystery. Incidentally, he comes across the annual meeting of friends of billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton).
Premiere: December 23.
“The Witcher: Bloodline”
Before “The Witcher” fans find out if Henry Cavill can be replaced, another series based on Andrzej Sapkowski’s prose will hit Netflix. The creators of the new series decided to go back 1,200 years, before Geralt of Rivia appeared in the world, to show the story of the fusion of dimensions of monsters, humans and elves. By the way, we will see the first magician.
Premiere: December 25th.
“white noise”
The latest film directed by Noah Baumbach (“Marriage Story”) with one of the stars. The social satire won a special prize at the Venice Film Festival. The story of a professor who fights with his family against the toxic consequences of a train accident is a harrowing tragicomedy with an explosive mix of genres, moods, and film conventions. All this with the help of Adam Driver (Awesome Again), Ravi Cassidy (Sacred Kill Deer), Don Cheadle (The Avengers series) and Greta Gerwig.
Premiere: December 30th.
HBO: What do you watch in December?
“come on come on”
C’mon C’mon with Joaquin Phoenix in the lead role comes to the rescue for all those looking for comfort, inhibition and a sense of being cared for. Mike Mills, like few others, can embrace his filmography, while avoiding clichés. Showing the story of a young boy who unexpectedly finds himself in the care of his uncle, the director looks at personal relationships. By the way, it gives us a lesson in empathy and acceptance. After all, only they can truly save the world. Everything else is so-and-so…
Premiere: December 3.
Benedetta
The story of Sister Benedetta Carlini, called “the greatest scandal in the history of the Church,” through the eyes of veteran Paul Verhoeven. The title character increasingly disturbs the Vatican with her visions. The nun’s fate is an excuse for the abbot to enter into dialogue with the Church and think about whether this body is really the seat of evil, or maybe sins should be sought closer to the papal milieu? In Poland and elsewhere, the film sparked protests from the faithful, and on the day of the premiere in Warsaw, a prayer of penance was held for the Little Crusade. What’s all this yelling about? You can see for yourself.
Premiere: December 4th.
Marie Antoinette (name)
One of the most elegant fashion movies. Sofia Coppola wears a version of Maria Antonia Converse in her closet and plays on the punk song “Hong Kong Garden” by Siouxie and the Banshees. Kirsten Dunst did a great job as a lonely Austrian princess whose thoughts remained a mystery to the French court. Although the film did not repeat the success of “Lost in Translation”, you can feel the director’s original vision in it.
Premiere: December 24.
“ghost in a bowl”
One of the most popular comic book adaptations. In the year 2029, codes describe and manage everything, which is why hackers have become the most dangerous criminals. One of them is a “puppet master” who is being sought by a pair of agents. The pioneering anime in the cyberpunk atmosphere remains very popular to this day, despite the fact that it has been nearly 30 years since its premiere.
Premiere: December 24.
“innocent”
Just before the end of December, the Scandinavian series Stranger Things hit HBO. Ida, who has recently moved to a small town with her mother, quickly makes contact with her peers. While playing, the girl discovers not only mysterious and wonderful places, but also a unique and dangerous bond that connects her with new friends. The creators surrounded contemporary American horror with Scandinavian gloom.
Premiere: December 31st.
The Blair Witch Project
Some people can’t imagine ending the year without a decent horror movie. The Blair Witch Project is one of the most controversial and groundbreaking films ever made. Heather, Joshua and Michael first interview the people of Blair about a witch said to haunt the area in the 18th century, then enter the woods to find out how much truth there is in folk tales. The production from 1999 looks amateurish, but there is nothing accidental here. A site that dreams of saying goodbye to 2020 for viewers who like to be scared.
Premiere: December 31st.
Disney+: December deal
“Kevin is alone in New York”
Apparently, there are still people who can’t get enough of Kevin and go back to The Adventures of the Boy Macaulay Culkin plays every year. The Home Alone series is coming to Disney+ before Christmas.
Premieres December 2.
“Watch them spin”
The dark crime comedy may not be as successful as “Knives Out,” but what it lacks it makes up for with a great cast, including Sam Rockwell, Adrien Brody, Sairse Ronan, and the growing popularity of Harris Dickinson. There is a murder in the West End, which Inspector Stoppard (Rockwell) and policewoman Stalker (Ronan) are investigating. I’m tired of life. She is full of enthusiasm and has a lot of questions.
Premiere: December 14th.
What do we go to the cinema in December?
“Netram”
Justin Kurzel committed the largest massacre in the history of Australia, which was committed by a young boy in Port Arthur. However, the director didn’t care at all about recreating the bloody shootout. Focuses on a complex profile of the perpetrator and his family. It avoids justifying the title character, and shows the tragedy in a broader perspective. Caleb Landry-Jones, who starred in the drama, was awarded the Palme d’Or at Cannes for Best Actor.
Premiere: December 2.
“The Five Devils”
A suspenseful thriller about Vicki, who learns about her family’s history thanks to her talent for recreating and storing scents. The director is Lia Messios, who worked on the script for “Paris, 13th arrondissement.” In one of the main roles is Adèle Exarchopoulos (The Life of Adele – Chapters 1 and 2).
Premiere: December 2.
“Sobok”
Jacek Lusiński (Minute of Silence) won the Golden Lion for the screenplay in Gdynia about the mother of an autistic child who leads a revolution in the education system by fighting for her child. A picture of the weaker, mismatched, marginalized people called “morons”. The cast includes such stars as Andrzej Seweryn, Małgorzata Gorol, Marta Malikowska, and Aleksandra Konieczna.
Premiere: December 2.
“Backwoods”
After this film, 29-year-old Grzegorz Molda is sometimes called the Polish Lanthimos. It’s not easy getting a better compliment—especially early in your career. “Matechnik” is the story of a teenager, Carol, who is paroled from a juvenile detention center, and ends up in a training apartment. He starts a new life, under the supervision of a cyber gang. Marta helps him adjust to everyday life. Their relationship becomes deeper and more mysterious.
Premiere: December 2.
“woman on the roof”
What makes a 60-year-old midwife do the housework in the morning, cook dinner and feed the fish, and suddenly decide to rob a bank with a kitchen knife in her hand? Dorota Pomykała was awarded the Golden Lions Award in Gdynia for this role. Could an elder who had been transparent for so many years finally become visible? Anna Jadowska answered these questions (“Wild Roses,” “Eroticia 2022”).
Premiere: December 9th.
“Avatar: Water Creature”
Avatar fans finally got a sequel to James Cameron. Pandora is in danger again. This time Jack and Neytiri will leave their village to seek help from the other tribes. Interestingly, several more parts have already been announced. The second part, which will be shown in theaters, will cost 250 million dollars. Is production a chance to return?
Premiere: December 16th.
Fabelmans
Is Spielberg still moving and happy? It seems to be true. The director leans over the shock of the family. By the way, he shares his love for cinematography. He looks back sadly at the past, not forgetting to instill emotions in the viewers. This is probably one of the best cinematic closes of the year.
Premiere: December 30th.
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