What are the must-sees on Disney+? Here are some suggestions.
Posted at 5:00 p.m.
Lightyear
Director Angus MacLane’s passion for science fiction films is evident. This is reflected in the numerous references to the classics of the genre. There’s just enough technical detail to delight sci-fi buffs and plenty of humor, thanks in part to the friendly cat-robot Sox. But even though it offers high-quality entertainment, the animated film deftly sticks to a tried-and-true formula.
Danielle Bonneau
She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
New in the Marvel Universe: She-Hulk: Attorney at Law which stars Regina, Saskatchewan-born actress Tatiana Maslany. Jennifer Walters (Maslany) has a brilliant career as a lawyer. While traveling with his cousin, Bruce Banner, aka Hulk (Mark Rufalo), however, things change when they are involved in an accident. And blood contamination will do the rest. The first episode sets the table well, humor as a bonus. In addition, Jennifer Walters who speaks directly to the camera, a little Dead Pool, makes it even more enjoyable. Watch for Thursdays.
Maryse Tessier
Only Murders in the Building
Difficult to tinker with a series as charming and sparkling asOnly Murders in the Building from Disney+. The second season does not disappoint, far from it. She adds the great Shirley MacLaine to her five-star cast, which includes two big names in humor: Steve Martin and Martin Short.
Hugo Dumas
Abbott Elementary
Shot in the form of a mockumentary, this touching, intelligent and captivating series transports us to an elementary school in the heart of an underprivileged neighborhood in Philadelphia. Think of Modern Family and Parks and Recreation who would have had a baby. Like Ted Lasso, Janine and her enthusiasm slowly but surely infect the staff of the Abbott School. All of this is obviously done in discomfort, humiliation and a hilarious amount of missteps. The rhythm of the episodes is fast and the text, brilliant. This is an effective sitcom that tackles current issues with biting and benevolent.
Hugo Dumas
Santa Evita
Some will say that this series is macabre. But she is oh so fascinating! A piece of Argentine history is presented in this miniseries based on Tomas Eloy Martinez’s book, Santa Eva. Eva Perón was significantly more popular than her husband, General Juan Perón. When he died on July 26, 1952, his body was embalmed by Dr. Pedro Ara, recognized for his expertise in the matter. Santa Evita, offered on the Disney+ Star component, is anxiety-provoking at times, but hooks us. Listen in Spanish, with subtitles, to better capture the emotions of the characters.
Maryse Tessier
Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness
What would this film have been without Sam Raimi? However, many feared that the big Marvel machine would prevent Sam Raimi from expressing his particular style. Rest assured, Multiverse of Madness bears his signature, especially the second half of the film: big menacing monsters, annoying little spirits, bloodied heroes, disfigured corpses, violent deaths, sinister places, moments of suspense. All supported by the compositions of the great Danny Elfman – the combat of musical magic is exquisite.
Pascal LeBlanc
Ms.Marvel
There are Captain Marvel with Carol Danvers, played by Brie Larson. There is now Ms.Marvel with Kamala Khan, brilliantly played by Iman Villani. The young actress revealed in an interview to be a great admirer of the adventures of Ms. Marvel. And her admiration translates into her acting, which turns out to be very inspiring. It’s good to see a superheroine, young, dynamic, on the screen. The links with Pakistani culture and the Partition, a dramatic episode between India and Pakistan, are very present. In short, Ms.Marvel is an excellent introduction to the character, which we will see again in The Marvels, which is scheduled for release on July 28, 2023.
Maryse Tessier
Obi-Wan Kenobi
In Obi-Wan Kenobi, the title character watches over a young Luke Skywalker while being haunted by memories of his friend turned enemy, Darth Vader. The first two episodes were broadcast on Disney+ on Friday, May 27 and the following ones, one per week, will be on Wednesdays, until June 22.
Pascal LeBlanc