Screen Time: Episode 18 15.02.25

Stephen Steps Lowe dives into upcoming movies, fresh film news, streaming gossip, and gaming updates.
This week, we spotlight the soundtrack to The Matrix, a groundbreaking album that blends industrial, rock, and electronic music. The film's unexpected success revolutionized cinema, influencing countless films since. Featuring tracks like "Spybreak!" by Propellerheads and "Dragula" by Rob Zombie, the soundtrack perfectly complemented the film’s dark, dystopian themes and high-stakes action. It's an iconic mix of genres that shaped pop culture in the late '90s.
Next up, two films coming soon to Kinepolis Luxembourg: The Amateur, starring Rami Malek as a CIA decoder turned vengeful avenger after his wife’s death, and William Tell, a retelling of the legendary Swiss folk hero’s defiance against Austrian oppression. The Amateur promises a high-octane thriller while William Tell, starring Claes Bang and Ben Kingsley, offers a fresh look at a classic tale of rebellion.
Both films explore powerful themes of justice and resistance, set against tense, high-stakes backdrops. Get ticket and showtime info at kinepolis.lu.
In movie news, The Accountant 2 is gearing up for a return with Ben Affleck reprising his role as the autistic hitman, while The Friend explores grief and the bond between a woman and her late mentor’s dog. In TV news, John Lithgow is rumored to play Dumbledore in HBO’s Harry Potter series, and The Wheel of Time Season 3 promises new revelations and thrilling drama.
We've gaming news with sights firmly fixed on Split Fiction and Dune: Awakening, plus a mini-review of True Detective: Night Country and new episode of Show Tunes: The O.C.'s California by Phantom Planet.
Stay tuned for more updates in the world of screens!