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Happy Friday! Earlier this week, I watched my first Thanksgiving movie of the year (more on that later!), and it got me thinking about how quickly the year has flown by. With 2027 nearly here, we’re already thinking about how we can make TV & Movie Pix better in the new year, and we'd love your input! Whether you've been reading for years or just recently joined us, we’d love your feedback. Take our quick reader survey to tell us how we can make this newsletter more useful.
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Now, let's get into the good stuff! From a childhood favorite returning to theaters to a new dark comedy with serious Oscar potential, there's plenty to get excited about this weekend.
Yours,
John
Film & Television Content Manager @ Pix
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The Biggest Premieres of the Weekend
Looking for something worth leaving the couch for? Here are two of the biggest movies hitting theaters this weekend: one for the kids and one for adults with a dark sense of humor.
The Cat in the Hat
In theaters now
Tasked with cheering up two siblings struggling to adjust to life in a new town, the Cat in the Hat embarks on his wildest adventure yet. Bill Hader voices the iconic feline in this animated reimagining of Dr. Seuss's classic. As someone who has never fully recovered from Mike Myers' nightmare-inducing 2003 version, I'm cautiously optimistic!
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Wild Horse Nine
In theaters now
Two CIA operatives (Sam Rockwell and John Malkovich) are sent to Easter Island on what should be a routine assignment, just as political tensions begin to boil over in Chile. But a pair of rebellious students threatens to send the entire mission off the rails. From director Martin McDonagh (The Banshees of Inisherin), this dark comedy is sure to be an Oscar contender.
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The Reviews Are In
Early reviews are rolling in, and critics have plenty to say about this week's biggest releases. Can you guess which titles earned these rave reviews?
A near-perfect sequel.
—Collider
The funniest series of the year.
—IndieWire
Will scald your heart and make you laugh until you cry.
—The Telegraph
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
Rivet House by Old Edwards
The Vibe: Feels like home
The Location: Athens, GA
Instaworthy Accommodations:
A former denim factory sets the scene for a softer kind of Southern stay at Rivet House by Old Edwards. Inside Athens’ historic Southern Mill, exposed brick and original beams frame a 50-room retreat with custom furnishings, plush linens, and walk-in showers. Start with coffee on the patio, then book a massage at the nine-room spa before heading out to explore Athens’ music scene or cheer on the Bulldogs. Back at Osteria Olio, enjoy made-from-scratch pasta and an Italian wine list that invites you to settle in and stay awhile.
Trailer of the Day
The Liberation
When a mother (Carrie Coon) seeking freedom from her traumatic past abandons her family to join a mysterious all-women's cult, her daughters (Bella Ramsey and Odessa Young) attempt a daring rescue. Based on the experiences of director Guy Nattiv's own grandmother, this unsettling psychological thriller has already generated serious awards buzz for Coon's performance. In theaters nationwide January 8.
Hotel Spotlight
Together with Inside Hotels
Sky Rock Sedona, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
The Vibe: Desert dreaming
The Location: Sedona, AZ
Instaworthy Accommodations:
Amidst Sedona’s iconic Red Rocks sits Sky Rock Sedona, a modern retreat that embraces all the desert has to offer. Guests are invited to connect with nature through daily yoga and meditation classes before embarking on their outdoor adventures. Centrally located near town and within walking distance to many of Sedona’s best hiking trails, Sky Rock Sedona is the perfect launchpad for adrenaline chasers, spiritual seekers, and relaxation enthusiasts. Adventures include mountain biking, Pink Jeep Tours, fly fishing, and even a ride in a hot air balloon! Guests are also invited to participate in the one-of-a-kind “Moonrise Ceremony” each evening at Bar WooWoo.
Hidden Gem Spotlight: Movie Club Edition
Home for the Holidays
Looking for a Thanksgiving movie that isn't Planes, Trains and Automobiles? Give this overlooked '90s gem a shot! Holly Hunter stars as a woman navigating a hilariously dysfunctional family reunion, with a young Robert Downey Jr. adding to the chaos as her mischievous brother. Plus, it's our November movie club pick, and I reviewed it in today's Worth the Watch!
Coming Soon
🐦⬛ Sarah Snook will star in The Birds, a reboot of Hitchcock’s classic film.
🎅 Arnold Schwarzenegger is Santa Claus in The Man with the Bag.
👏 Sharon Horgan’s HBO series, Youth, just got renewed for Season 2.