Cinematic delights: 2024's year-end blockbuster lineup revealed

The end of the year usually heralds a wealth of cinema premieres, and this season is no exception. Hollywood has not let us down, preparing a strong finish to the year with hits that will have you on the edge of your seat. There's something for everyone. Let's explore what will be worth the wait in the final two months of 2024.

The latter part of 2024 promises to be a true feast for cinema enthusiasts, brimming with emotions and remarkable comebacks. The repertoire will include epic spectacles and more intimate films that test viewers' mental endurance. Prepare for a journey to extraordinary worlds from the comfort of your cinema seat.

"True Pain" tells the tale of cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin), who travel together to Poland to honour their beloved grandmother's memory. During this journey, which is full of discoveries related to family history and unknown places, they also attempt to rebuild their strained and complicated relationship.

Legendary director Ridley Scott returns to continue his acclaimed film set in ancient Rome. Paul Mescal plays Lucius, who, as a child, witnessed Maximus's death at the hands of his uncle Commodus. Now, full of determination, he fights as a gladiator to challenge the two emperors who cruelly rule Rome. The protagonist must confront his difficult past to find the strength and honour necessary to return the city to its people.

Two young women preaching the word of God find themselves in the home of Mr. Reed, portrayed by Hugh Grant. The charming host soon reveals his sinister nature. With all doors locked, the women must solve puzzles that test their faith. A perilous game of life and death begins in a house straight out of nightmares. The film, produced by the renowned A24 studio, promises high quality.

Students of Shiz University become friends in the fantastical Land of Oz. Their relationship reaches a crossroads when they encounter the Wizard of Oz. While Glinda (played by Ariana Grande) dreams of popularity and power, Elphaba prefers to remain true to her loved ones. Their adventures in Oz lead them to fulfill their destinies as the Good Witch of the South and the Wicked Witch of the West.

The action unfolds 183 years before the events of Peter Jackson's original trilogy. An unexpected invasion by Wulf, a cunning and ruthless lord of the Dunlendings seeking vengeance for his father's death, forces Helm and his people to a fierce defence in the ancient fortress of Hornburg. This formidable fortress, which will become Helm's Deep, is the last hope for survival. Faced with an ever-growing threat, Hera, Helm's daughter, must lead the resistance to repel the deadly enemy intent on their annihilation.

"Mufasa: The Lion King" weaves a tale of the turbulent youth of the legendary King Mufasa alongside young Kiara, the daughter of Simba and Nala. Timon and Pumbaa also share their anecdotes, bringing a story of adventures and challenges to life. Through flashbacks, we meet a young, orphaned Mufasa, whose fate changes when he encounters the royal heir, the lion Taka. Together, they embark on a journey to discover their destiny, with their bond tested by dangerous adversaries.