Hub’s 2025 Cinema Guide Feb-March
In a year with many big-hitters coming to cinema screens, it’s easy to overlook some of the hidden gems arriving in 2025. With Oscar season rapidly approaching, many films that released earlier in America are finally landing in Australia, as well as an assortment of new films for lovers of any genre. Here is your weekly guide to the cinema this February and March.
Queer – February 6
Guadagnino, L. (Director). (2024). Queer [Film]. Frenesy Film.
The latest film from Italian director Luca Guadagnino (Call Me by Your Name, Challengers) is an adaptation of the classic 1985 novella of the same name. Set in 1950s Mexico City, Daniel Craig (Knives Out, Casino Royale) stars as an American expat who falls in love with a younger man played by Drew Starkey (Love, Simon). Guadagnino has once again teamed up with Thai cinematographer Sayombhu Mukdeeprom, meaning Queer will be treat for anyone who loves gorgeous photography and trippy visuals.
Note: Queer includes scenes of drug abuse that some audiences will find confronting.
Grand Tour – February 13
Gomes, M. (Director, Writer). (2024). Grand tour [Film]. Uma Pedra no Sapato.
Portuguese director Miguel Gomes’ latest film follows an odyssey through Asia as a woman chases her fiancé across the continent after he abandons her on their wedding day. Set in 1917 and shot in gorgeous black-and-white photography, Grand Tour looks to be a must-see for fans of contemplative cinema.
The Monkey – February 20
Perkins, O. (Director, Writer). (2025). The monkey [Film]. Atomic Monster.
American director Osgood Perkins’ follow-up to last year’s Longlegs is a horror-comedy featuring a cursed monkey toy that must be destroyed by twin brothers (both played by Theo James). Produced by James Wan (director of The Conjuring and Saw) and based on a 1980 short story by Stephen King (author of The Shining and IT), The Monkey should be on the radar of any horror fan.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig – February 27
Rasoulof, M. (Director, Writer). (2024). The seed of the sacred fig [Film]. Parallel 45.
The Seed of the Sacred Fig is a political drama film directed by Iranian director Mohammad Raoulof. In the past, Raoulof has gotten into legal trouble for his films and their violation of Iran’s censorship laws as well as his open criticism of the Iranian government. His latest film caused him to be sentenced to eight years in prison, but he was able to escape with some of the cast and crew to Europe. The film is now Germany’s entry for Best International Film at the Academy Awards, for which is has been nominated. The film combines a fictional narrative of an investigating judge and his missing handgun as well as real-life footage of the 2022-2023 protests in Iran. The Seed of the Sacred Fig is a shining example of why cinema is so important and can have real impacts on the world, and the international praise it has received should be an indication that this will be a standout of this year.
Mickey 17 – March 6
Joon-ho, B. (Director, Writer). (2025). Mickey 17 [Film]. Warner Bros. Pictures.
South Korean director Bong Joon-ho (Parasite, Memories of Murder) returns to cinemas after six years away with his newest English-language film Mickey 17. Based on the book Mickey7, Robert Pattinson (The Batman, The Lighthouse) stars as Mickey Barnes, an expendable crew member on a space mission who is regenerated in a new body after each death due to the dangerous tasks he is given. Also featuring Naomi Ackie (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Blink Twice), Steven Yeun (Nope, Minari), Toni Collette (Hereditary), and Mark Ruffalo (The Avengers, Poor Things), Mickey 17 will be a treat for all movie fans.
I’m Still Here – March 13
Salles, W. (Director, Writer). (2024). I’m still here [Film]. VideoFilmes.
I’m Still Here is a new historical drama from Brazilian director Walter Salles, and has been nominated for three Oscars at this year’s ceremony including Best Picture. Set in the early 1970s, the film follows the true story of the disappearance of politician Rubens Paiva during military dictatorship in Brazil, and the impact it has on his family. Anyone interested in following this year’s awards season should be on the lookout for this film’s release.
Flow – March 20
Zilbalodis, G. (Director, Writer). (2024). Flow [Film]. Dream Well Studio.
After having its brief run during Adelaide Film Festival last year, Flow will be releasing to general audiences this March. Latvian filmmaker Gints Zilbalodis brings us this independently-made dialogue-less adventure rendered entirely on the free open-source software Blender. The story follows a cat and a crew of other animals as they travel by boat and explore a world transformed by a great flood. The film has been nominated for two Oscars including Best Animated Film and is a must-see for animation fans.
NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest – March 27
Webster, M. (Director, Writer). (2025). The importance of being earnest [Film]. National Theatre Live.
Oscar Wilde’s classic play comes to the big screen this year with this live taping of theatre director Max Webster’s brand new reimagining of the tale. Starring Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who, Barbie) and three-time Olivier award-winner Sharon D. Clarke, The Importance of Being Earnest looks to be a fun and colourful ride transporting you right to the National Theatre in London.
What movie are you most looking forward to? All of these films and more will be playing at Palace Nova Cinemas (Eastend & Prospect), but make sure to check your local cinema to see which movies they’re showing!