The hours spent scrolling through the catalog of your streaming platforms while dinner gets cold, it's terminado. Do It In Paris makes your life easier with a top-notch selection of the best movie releases of April on Netflix, Canal +, Prime Video, Arte, and France TV.
Banger
Why will you love it? If you used to hit the nightclubs during the glorious era of French Touch, you will totally dig this movie blending electronic music, action, and comedy. Behind the camera for his first feature film? The multi-talented So Me, D.A. behind legendary music videos for Kid Cudi, MGMT, Justice, or the iconic Barbra Streisand clip by Duck Face. While the script of this fun comedy remains predictable, Vincent Cassel is hilarious in his role as a boomer DJ, alongside an impressive lineup of celebrities including Philippe Katerine, Kavinsky, Paul Mirabel, Panayotis Pascot, Manu Payet, and Alice Moitié… A movie that makes you want to replay all our 90s-2000s compilations!
Banger, available April 2 on Netflix.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P5B9n5yXoeE
L’amour ouf
Why will you love it? We had a great time watching this love story with the stunning Adèle Exarchopoulos and François Civil as a super lovable bad boy. The love binding the two protagonists moves us with its sincerity and persistence. A phenomenal box office success (over 4 million tickets sold!), this movie with an XXL cast (Vincent Lacoste, Alain Chabat, Jean-Pascal Zadi, Raphaël Quenard, Karim Leklou, Benoît Poelvoorde…) and a remarkable cinematography was highly anticipated on streaming platforms. With a nostalgic soundtrack punctuating the most beautiful scenes (who wouldn’t melt at the dance scene on A Forest by The Cure), and its perspectives on different social backgrounds, Gilles Lellouche delivers a powerful film that was nominated thirteen times at the Césars, winning only Best Supporting Role (Alain Chabat).
L’amour ouf, available April 14 on MyCanal.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jMdtgTdr348
Les Liaisons Dangereuses
Why will you love it? This adaptation of the scheming and flirting from Choderlos De Laclos’ book, both delightful and downright Machiavellian, is surely the most iconic of all. With its Fragonard-like atmosphere, three Oscars, and multiple nominations, this version by Stephen Frears perfectly blends sadism and refinement. Played by the star actors of the era and some future big-screen legends (like the incredibly sexy Keanu Reeves), the characters are all the more remarkable. Seduction is the ultimate weapon here, and the Malkovich-Close duo, as glamorous as they are terrifying, sparkles on screen. Enough to make all the high schoolers who studied the novel for their final exams fall in love with it. Bonus Arte: A post-movie documentary on the impressive career of Glenn Close, exploring her battles through her passion for costume design and her most iconic roles in cinema.
Glenn Close evening with "Les Liaisons Dangereuses" followed by an exclusive portrait of Glenn Close, Monday, April 14 at 20:55 and from April 7 on arte.tv and YouTube ARTE Cinéma
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HP_J8nnkBT8
G20
Why will you love it? Just for the queen Viola Davis (The Help, How to Get Away with Murder) in full badass mode, G20 is worth watching. A fast-paced action film filled with twists and turns, all set against a political backdrop, this thriller masterfully combines suspense, battles, and family emotions. Reminder: The lead actress is part of the elite EGOT club (Emmy, Golden Globe, Oscar, Tony) and has already shined in the action genre (The Woman King). Super cool, we also get to see Anthony Starr, from The Boys, once again playing a major antagonist.
G20, available April 10 on Prime Video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z7BgGFK3EBE
Camilla, the queen who didn’t want to be queen
The pitch. This documentary tells the incredible story of the mistress of Prince Charles who became queen despite herself. Thanks to her tenacity, Camilla endured every challenge to marry the love of her life. The documentary focuses on this woman long blamed for Diana’s tragedy, yet it highlights how she also shook up royal traditions in her own way by championing causes, particularly women’s rights against sexual violence #girlboss.
Why will you love it? Okay, guilty, we’ve already watched dozens of documentaries on the Royal Family. Instead of pitting two queens against each other, this doc informs us on how the once-scandalous mistress of Prince Charles, the most hated woman in the kingdom, won the respect of the British people.
Camilla, the queen who didn’t want to be queen (exclusive), Sunday, April 20 at 21:05 on France 5 and france.tv
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The hours spent scrolling through your streaming platforms' catalog while dinner gets cold? Terminado. Do It In Paris makes your life easier with a top-notch selection of the best movie releases of March on Canal+, Disney+, Arte, Netflix, and Prime Video. All set? Let’s go!
The Electric State
The pitch. Our worst fear has come true: robots have turned against us. Drones have ravaged the world, attack after attack. Michelle (Millie Bobby Brown), a lively teenager, meets a robot and, despite the context where humans are being repaired from rebel robots, instantly becomes its friend. In the 250,000 km² robot-restricted zone, The Electric State, Michelle survives, accompanied by Keats (Chris Pratt), a pacifist. But this fragile balance shatters when the young woman becomes convinced that her younger brother, lost in the robot attack, has been transferred into the consciousness of her robot friend. How far will she go to save her loved ones?
Why we loved it? The Russo brothers, who produced Everything Everywhere All At Once and directed most of the Avengers saga, are back with this new Netflix-made film. With vibes of Mars Express mixed with a bit of My Wild Robot and Mad Max, this half-action, half-feel-good movie enchants both kids and adults. We love Millie Bobby Brown Bongiovi, who switches roles like outfits, from Eleven in Stranger Things to Michelle, and also Elodie in The Young Girl and the Dragon (also on Netflix). Based on the graphic novel by Simon Stålenhag, The Electric State immerses us in an ultra-retro post-apocalyptic world we don’t want to leave!
The Electric State, available March 14 on Netflix.
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Emilia Perez
The pitch. Lawyer Rita Moro Castro (Zoe Saldaña), an expert in criminal defense, is approached (at gunpoint) by Manitas del Monte (Karla Sofia Gascon), a Mexican cartel leader on the run. He entrusts her with a unique mission: orchestrate the staging of his own death and arrange his transition to finally live as a woman under the identity of Emilia Pérez. Wanting to leave her criminal past behind and now feeling much better in her skin, Emilia dedicates her new life to making amends for her past wrongs by founding an association for cartel victims. But this means leaving behind Jessi (Selena Gomez), her beloved wife, and their children… something Emilia cannot bring herself to do. She hires Rita once again to devise a scheme that would bring Jessi and her sons to live with her.
Why we loved it? After attracting nearly 2 million viewers worldwide, Emilia Perez, Jacques Audiard’s latest creation, is finally arriving on Canal+. If you missed it in theaters, be prepared: this film defies all expectations in the most unexpected way. No spoilers: this is actually a musical, where actors break into song—sometimes catchy, sometimes sensual, sometimes haunting. We absolutely love Disney Channel icon Selena Gomez, who shines in this role (and gets to reconnect with her Mexican roots!). Despite the bad buzz, this movie remains a must-watch piece of contemporary culture!
Emilia Perez, available on Canal+ on March 1.
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Holland
The pitch. Nicole Kidman embodies Nancy Vandergroot, a meticulous teacher and housewife with Bree Van De Kamp-like manners. Her idyllic life alongside her husband (Matthew Macfadyen) and their son (Jude Hill) in the charming, flower-filled town of Holland, Michigan, shatters when doubt creeps in. Nancy becomes absolutely convinced that her husband is leading a double life. With the help of her colleague Dave (Gael García Bernal), she uncovers disturbing secrets, revealing a reality far darker than she ever imagined. Her husband might actually be a serial killer, and the life she thought she was living crumbles before her eyes.
Why you’ll love it? The cast is insane: Nicole Kidman, fresh from the big screen in Babygirl, delivers another powerhouse performance as a mature and ultra-sexy woman. The ever-caliente Gael García Bernal graces our screens as Dave Delgado, facing off against a chilling Matthew Macfadyen (hello, Mr. Darcy). The script, penned by Andrew Sodroski (who previously helmed Manhunt), captivates by immersing viewers in the monotony of a seemingly ordinary family—where every small detail grows increasingly oppressive and unsettling. Holland will send shivers down your spine and might just make you think twice before getting married…
Holland, available on Prime Video on March 27.
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Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip
The pitch. At 11 years old, Alexander Garcia (Thom Nemer) is convinced he was born under a bad star. While his mother (Eva Longoria)—a vibrant, charismatic travel agent—plans a family vacation to Mexico, he has a gut feeling that everything will go terribly wrong… and he’s not mistaken! Aboard their luxurious RV, Alexander, his parents, his teenage sister, and his grandparents embark on a road trip full of misadventures and uncontrollable laughter. But when a cursed idol falls into their hands, they have no choice but to put aside their differences and work together to make it home in one piece.
Why you’ll love it? If you love road trip movies like Little Miss Sunshine or We’re the Millers, you can’t miss this new Disney+ gem. Inspired by the hilariously titled novel Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day by Judith Viorst, this new comedy starring Eva Longoria is exactly what we needed to shake off the winter blues. A decade after its first big-screen adaptation, this side-splitting remake breathes fresh life into the beloved story. Longoria’s character even brings back memories of her Desperate Housewives days as Gabrielle Solis—an ultra-devoted mother, way too rich for her own good, but always strong-willed and irresistibly funny. We’re obsessed!
Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip, available on Disney+ on March 28.
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Thelma & Louise
The pitch. Thelma (Geena Davis), a submissive housewife, and her best friend Louise (Susan Sarandon), an independent waitress, treat themselves to a girls’ getaway weekend. Their trip takes a dramatic turn when Louise shoots a man attempting to assault Thelma. On the run from the police, they head toward Mexico but face a series of unexpected events: stolen money, robbery, confrontations with oppressive male figures, and even exploding tanker trucks… Pursued relentlessly, the two women seem to be living the greatest adventure of their lives. But at what cost?
Why you’ll love it? Honestly, if you haven’t already watched it a hundred times, take advantage of this special screening on March 9 on Arte. Ridley Scott (Gladiator, Alien…) delivered an absolute banger with this timeless and fiercely feminist masterpiece. There’s a reason Thelma & Louise won the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and the Golden Globe for Best Screenplay in 1992. Stirring huge controversy upon its U.S. release (hello, puritan America), this cinematic gem still resonates today, with many women identifying with the powerful characters played by Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis. A road movie set against the breathtaking landscapes of Arkansas and Arizona, this is a film to watch—and rewatch—endlessly.
Thelma & Louise, available on Arte from March 9.
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