What's on T.V. Picks + Netflix / Amazon / Disney+
- Mix Up Theatre (Stewart)
- Jul 5
- 4 min read
What the students should watch this week to tie in with our drama activities!
THIS WEEK'S TOP 10 MIX UP THEATRE T.V. PICKS
Sky Cinema
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #3
On the isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been enemies for generations, young warrior Hiccup breaks tradition by forming an unlikely bond with Toothless, a feared Night Fury. Live action fantasy adventure, starring Mason Thames, Nico Parker and Gerard Butler.
Stewart - ★★★★★
"A brilliant live action remake, the whole thing looks fantastic and fully grasps the feel of the original whilst giving a little grittier edge by being live action. The cast are excellent lead by Mason Thames fantastic as Hiccup. This beats probably every Disney live action."
Sky Cinema from 10th July
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #11
Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West, must reunite with Glinda the Good to transform herself - and Oz. Fantasy sequel based on the hit musical, starring Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande and Jeff Goldblum.
Nina (Age 13) - ★★★★★
"Wow I have no words it was amazing!! Wicked: For Good is based on the second act of the musical Wicked. The music is incredible and the movie features 2 new songs the musical doesn’t. Ariana Grande (Glinda) and Cynthia Erivo (Elphaba) both are amazing actresses. Cynthia has a very powerful voice and Ariana’s high notes are everything! It was such a heartwarming, dramatic and emotional conclusion of the story. It’s set 5 years after the first movie and it shows how far Glinda and Elphaba have come since the end of the first film. Glinda has a glamorous lifestyle and she has become Glinda the Good and Elphaba (now the Wicked Witch of the West) is hiding away and trying to save the animals and prove the Wizard (Jeff Goldblum) is a fraud. Grab your tissues, prepare for insane singing talent and sit back relax and enjoy the film! (And maybe cry a little)” 1000000/10 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐"
3. FILM: Marcel the Shell with Shoes On (2021)
Friday 10th July, BBC3, 7:35pm
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #4
Part-animated comedy drama featuring the voice of Jenny Slate. Tiny talking seashell Marcel lives with his grandmother in a house that's used as an Airbnb. When a film-maker comes to stay and uploads videos of Marcel's life to the internet, the lovable mollusc becomes a media sensation. But all Marcel really wants is to find the missing members of his extended family.
Netflix
In 1980s Indiana, a group of young friends witness supernatural forces and secret government exploits. As they search for answers, the children unravel a series of extraordinary mysteries.
Season 4:
Daniel - ★★★★★
"Stranger things season four was amazing.
It had great action with good drama and amazing characters. One of my favourite parts of it is that there is always multiple stories going on at once in different parts of the world. I also thought that it had a few plot twists which were extremely surprising. My favourite character by a lot is Steve because he is funny and really cool.
Over all stranger things season 4 was a great season with action, comedy and drama."
5. FILM: The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975)
Available on Disney+
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #1
Cult musical satire starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick. Sweethearts Brad Majors and Janet Weiss find themselves drawn into a bizarre and weird world when their car breaks down during a storm and they are forced to spend the night at a nearby gothic mansion.
Netflix
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #5
Animated fantasy from Studio Ghibli. Following the death of his mother, young Mahito is taken by his newly remarried father to live in the Japanese countryside. When Mahito's pregnant stepmother disappears into the woods, the boy follows and is led by a sinister heron into a strange and magical realm. Can Mahito find his stepmother and return safely?
Stewart - ★★★★★
"A weird and wonderful animated film. Magical, stunning animation, fantastic characters and a bizarre storyline, it's a must-see for any Miyazaki fan. I'll never look at a parakeet the same way again!"
7. FILM: Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl (2024)
Netflix
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #6
Animated Wallace & Gromit comedy featuring the voice of Ben Whitehead. The dynamic duo get into a spot of bother when old nemesis Feathers McGraw hacks into Wallace's latest invention and sets out on a crime spree. With Wallace in the frame, it's up to Gromit to save the day. Can he outwit the diabolical penguin once again?
8. FILM: Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983)
Disney+
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #12
Charming short animated retelling of Charles Dickens' classic story. Mean-spirited Scrooge McDuck is taught the true value of Christmas when he is visited by a series of ghosts who take him on a terrifying journey through his past, present and future.
YouTube
MIX UP THEATRE TOP 20 MOVIES: #13
A lonely man finds himself in a strange place where everything is planned in advance for his arrival.
Stewart - ★★★★★
"A haunting, strange animated film with that wonderful track from Eluvium. It's super creepy and creates a mysterious world all of its own. With echoes of David Lynch it's inspired and one that I just want to explore again as we follow a man's journey to a strange hotel. Animation is fantastic as well. Perfection."
10. FILM: Michael (2026)
Available to rent / buy on Sky
From the discovery of his talent all the way to international stardom as the biggest entertainer in the world, this is the story of Michael Jackson.
Also....
With Love and Hisses (1927 short) / Slipping Wives (1927 short)
Houston (Age 9) and Mum (reviewed at the Laurel & Hardy Double Bill) - ★★★★★
"Hippfest Laurel and Hardy...well, it was incredible. The live piano and percussion really set the scene in transporting you back in time.
There was a short explanation of the two films prior to the showing which explained how many films L&H did and when they hooked up with a Scotsman who starred in the film.
It was wonderful to hear the audience lol and all ages appreciating the experience.
Definitely worth it and would go again"
Make sure you've booked in for Mix Up Theatre DRAMA CLASSES
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