ON SCREEN
Anna Souroullas takes a look at the latest blockbusters, ready-to-stream films, Netflix exclusives and DVD releases
BLACK WIDOW
Release Date: 9th July
Director: Cate Shortland
Starring: Scarlett Johansson, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, William Hurt and Ray Winstone
Certificate: 12A
Following civil war, Natasha Romanoff finds herself alone. Forced to confront a dangerous conspiracy with ties to her past, she is pursued by a force that will stop at nothing to bring her down. Natasha must deal with her history as a spy and the broken relationships she left in her wake long before becoming an avenger. Will Natasha’s past get the better of her?
Awake
Release Date: 20th August
Director: Brian Andrew Mendoza
Starring: Jason Momoa, Isabela Merced and Adria Arjona
Certificate: 15
In this action thriller, we follow Ray, a devastated husband committed to his pursuit for justice. Hunting the people who are responsible for his wife’s death, Ray must balance staying true to his vow and protecting his daughter Rachel. Will those responsible pay for their crimes, or will Ray get lost in his vengeance?
HELD
Release Date: 13th July
Director: Travis Cluff and Chris Lofing
Starring: Jill Awbrey, Travis Cluff, Bart Johnson, Rez Kempton and Zack Gold
Certificate: 15
Emma and Henry’s marriage has lost its spark. In the hope of rekindling, they take a vacation to a remote, high-end rental. After suspecting a nightmarish intruder to have made it inside one night, they attempt to flee the house, only to be trapped inside by the automated security system. Throughout the house an unknown ‘voice’ commands their every move, revealing intimate details about their marriage. The situation grows increasingly brutal but Emma and Henry must work together to uncover the truth. Their marriage is put to the test and their lives are at stake, will they find a way out before it’s too late?
