Couch Theater – September 28, 2023

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“Elemental” (PG) – Pixar’s latest film is out now on streaming after garnering $484.2 million in the box office and getting deemed a “sleeper hit.” Starring Leah Lewis (“Nancy Drew”) and Mamoudou Athie (“Archive 81”), this film for the whole family follows fire element Ember as she starts to run her father’s convenience store, The Fireplace, in Fire Town. But when Ember accidentally floods the store, city inspector and water element Wade files a report that could get the business shut down. It’s up to Ember to save the store, alongside Wade, if she can control her fiery temper. Catherine O’Hara and Wendi McLendon-Covery co-star. (Disney+)

Kaitlyn Dever stars in “No One Will Save You.” (Hulu photo)

“No One Will Save You” (PG-13) – Kaitlyn Dever (“Booksmart”) leads this sci-fi thriller out now. Dever stars as Brynn Adams, a young woman living a lonely life in her childhood home. One night, Brynn is awoken in the middle of the night by home intruders. As the intruders creep into her home, Brynn realizes that they are far from human. With no choice but to face off with these extraterrestrial beings, Brynn is pushed forward to her new future by confronting the demons of her past. The film is directed by Brian Duffield, whose previous work includes “The Babysitter” and “Underwater.” (Hulu)

“Wilderness” (TV-MA) – In this six-episode thriller series out now, Will (Oliver Jackson-Cohen) and Liv (Jenna Coleman) are a couple who are seemingly put-together on the outside, but only a handful know the dark cloud of infidelity that envelops their relationship. Liv works to get over Will’s infidelity as the two go on a cross-county trip to repair their marriage, but the trip ends in a fatality that transforms their entire lives. Critics are predicting that the series, which had its premiere on Sept. 15, will get renewed for a second season. “Pretty Little Liars” star Ashley Benson plays the role of Will’s mistress, Cara. (Amazon Prime Video)

“Young Love” (TV-PG) – After Matthew A. Cherry’s short film “Hair Love” won Best Animated Short Film at the 92nd Academy Awards, a series based on the short film was put into development, and it has now made its way to streaming platforms. Starring Kid Cudi (“House Party”) and Issa Rae (“Insecure”), the series follows young millennial parents Stephen and Angela and their daughter, Zuri (and their cat, Rocky). Stephen and Angela juggle work-life balance, social issues and multi-generational dynamics, along with raising Zuri and helping her achieve her best life. The show is reminiscent of “The Proud Family,” providing much-needed authentic representation. (Max)

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