The weekend is fast approaching, and you might be thinking of staying in. If you're searching for a movie to help you unwind—whether it's romance, action, or something that celebrates women—The New Times has curated an exciting list of films to keep you entertained. Here's the selection: ALSO READ: Movie corner: Best picks to inspire, celebrate Women’s Day Kinda Pregnant This new romantic comedy follows Lainy, whose plans for marriage and family unexpectedly fall apart. In a bold move, she fakes a pregnancy, leading to an unforeseen twist—she meets the perfect guy. What starts as a little white lie soon turns into something much bigger than she ever imagined? Big Fish You are going to want to watch this film more than once. Big Fish follows journalist William Bloom as he returns home to visit his ailing father, Edward (Albert Finney). William has always struggled with his father's larger-than-life stories, dismissing them as exaggerations. But as he digs deeper, he begins to uncover the truth behind the tales—revealing a journey of love, adventure, and the power of storytelling. Bridge to Terabithia The movie centres on Jesse, an artistic boy, and Leslie, a free-spirited new girl in town. Together, they create a magical kingdom called Terabithia, where they escape the struggles of real life. But when tragedy strikes, Jesse must find the strength to move forward using the magic they built together. Ad Vitam This French thriller follows Franck Lazarev, a man who narrowly escapes an assassination attempt, only to discover that his wife, Leo, has been kidnapped by a shadowy group of armed men. As he races against time to rescue her, he is forced to confront his dark past, getting entangled in a conspiracy far beyond his control. ALSO READ: Weekend lineup: Must-watch Rwandan films, more What Men Want In honour of Women’s Month, celebrate with What Men Want, a hilarious and empowering comedy starring Taraji P. Henson. Ali Davis, a brilliant sports agent, is constantly sidelined by her male colleagues. But after drinking a mysterious potion from a psychic, she gains the ability to hear men's thoughts. With her newfound power, she flips the script, outsmarts her rivals, and fights for her place at the top. Ocean’s 8 A high-stakes heist thriller with an all-star female cast, Ocean’s 8 follows Debbie Ocean (Sandra Bullock) as she assembles a team of expert thieves played by Cate Blanchett, Anne Hathaway, and Rihanna, for an audacious robbery at the prestigious Met Gala. Their target? A $150 million diamond necklace worn by a world-famous actress. Lara Croft: Tomb Raider Starring Angelina Jolie, this action-packed adventure brings to life the legendary video game character Lara Croft. As a fearless archaeologist, Lara embarks on a thrilling global quest to recover powerful ancient artifacts before they fall into the wrong hands. Packed with stunts, puzzles, and breathtaking locations, it’s a must-watch for action fans.
