March has been an exhilarating month in the world of films and television. Whether it’s the culmination in the awards season, exciting originals from streaming giants, there’s no shortage of quality entertainment at our convenience. Let’s dive deep into the best of what you can watch in Malaysia, right this moment.
Nosferatu Is a Masterclass in Horror Filmmaking
Released in Berlin and the United States back in December 2024, Nosferatu has finally made its way to Malaysian shores on February 27. Directed by Robert Eggers, the gothic horror picture is the remake of 1922’s subliminal classic, Nosferatu: A Symphony of Horror, which in of itself is an unauthorised adaptation of Bram Stroker’s Dracula. Stupendously orchestrated, Nosferatu is a masterclass in horror filmmaking, delivering a remake that’s as repulsive as it is seductive. With Nosferatu, Robert Eggers is now four for four.
A Real Pain Examines Intergenerational Trauma
In A Real Pain, a pair of mismatched cousins, David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin), reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother. The adventure takes a turn when the odd-couple’s old tensions resurface against the backdrop of their family history. A Real Pain is available at selected GSC locations as part of GSC International Screens line-up. For more information, visit here.
Severance Season Two Concludes on March 21
After much anticipation, Apple TV’s Severance makes a grand return on the streaming giant’s platform. Offering an incredibly original perspective into the perils of corporate culture, the Emmy-Award winning series’ overarching questions of philosophy propels the series to great heights. Severance’s sophomore season premiered on January 17, while the season finale will be available beginning March 21.
Bong Joon-ho’s Returns to Cinema With Mickey 17
Bong Joon-ho’s long-awaited sci-fi film is a provocative examination that extracts intriguing questions out of its seemingly straightforward premise. With a razor sharp social critique at its core, Mickey 17 is an ambitious social commentary on humanity, exploitation through political means, and the pursuit of capitalism even at the expense of others. Led by an incredibly charismatic Robert Pattinson, the movie is boasted by a stacked cast that exceeds expectations in delivering performances that are surprisingly humane in spite of the movie’s morbid themes.
Daredevil: Born Again Recaptures the Essence of the Original Show
The Man Without Fear is back. Picking up where we left off, Daredevil: Born Again is essentially a continuation to the three exceptional seasons that originally aired on Netflix. Narratively, Daredevil: Born Again takes big swings that are bound to shock some viewers. To a certain extent, the bold direction helps in ensuring that the new series is exciting and unpredictable. The latest Disney Plus original wastes no time in setting the tone. It’s bloody, dark, and delightfully violent.
Moana 2 Sails to Disney Plus Hotstar
Moana 2 makes its streaming debut on Disney Plus Hotstar on March 12. Originally conceived as a series, the Moana sequel was repurposed into a theatrical feature film. Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she’s ever faced.
The White Lotus Season 3 Delivers an Exquisite Third Season (so Far)
The eight-episode third season of HBO’s The White Lotus is currently on the air until April 6. The social satire is set at an exclusive Thai resort and follows the exploits of various guests and employees over the span of a week. The first installment, which premiered back in 2021, was set in Hawaii and received 20 Emmy nominations across 13 categories and ten wins, the most wins of any program that year. The second installment, which premiered in December 2022, was set in Sicily and garnered 23 Emmy nominations and five wins.
