Looking for your entertainment guide for the week ahead? This week offers a diverse mix of cinematic releases, music festivals, and live performances. From the surreal debut of 'A Useful Ghost' to the family-friendly vibes of Camp Bestival with Self Esteem, there’s something for everyone. Read on for our top picks and plan your week.
Top Films to Watch This Week
Winner of best film at Cannes Critics' Week, 'A Useful Ghost' is a genre-defying tale of a woman reincarnated as a vacuum cleaner. Part Marxist thriller, part supernatural romance, it’s an oddball treat directed by Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke. Also debuting is 'On the Sea', Helen Walsh’s graceful independent feature set in a Welsh mussel-harvesting community, exploring repression and queer desire through a fine performance by Barry Ward.
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For family fun, cinemas nationwide are screening a Aardman Retrospective ahead of the new 'Shaun the Sheep' film. Classics like 'The Curse of the Were-Rabbit' and 'A Close Shave' return to the big screen. Horror fans can catch 'Pinocchio Unstrung', the latest from The Twisted Childhood Universe, voiced by Freddy Krueger actor Robert Englund.
Comparison Table: New Film Releases
| Film | Genre | Director | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| A Useful Ghost | Supernatural Romance / Thriller | Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke | Cannes Critics’ Week Winner |
| On the Sea | Drama / Queer Romance | Helen Walsh | Independent UK Film |
| Pinocchio Unstrung | Horror | Rhys Frake-Waterfield | Twisted Childhood Universe |
Music Festivals and Concerts
Rob da Bank’s Camp Bestival takes over Lulworth Castle from 30 July to 2 August. Alongside music from Bastille, Fatboy Slim, and Self Esteem, the festival offers bee-keeping, skate ramp lessons, and trampolining for all ages. Classical enthusiasts can head to the Royal Albert Hall on 29 July for Elgar’s First Symphony, featuring the first world premiere of the BBC Proms season.
Key Takeaways for Your Week Ahead
- Cinema: Catch 'A Useful Ghost' for an offbeat experience, or enjoy Aardman classics with family.
- Festivals: Camp Bestival offers a unique mix of music and activities for all ages.
- Classical: Elgar’s First at Royal Albert Hall is a must for orchestral fans.
- Horror: Pinocchio Unstrung caters to those seeking scares with a familiar twist.
FAQ
What is 'A Useful Ghost' about?
It’s a film about a woman reincarnated as a vacuum cleaner, blending Marxist thriller elements with supernatural romance. Directed by Ratchapoom Boonbunchachoke, it won best film at Cannes Critics’ Week.
When and where is Camp Bestival 2025?
Camp Bestival runs from 30 July to 2 August at Lulworth Castle in Dorset. It features live music, kids’ activities, and family-friendly camping.
What Aardman films are being re-released?
Cinemas nationwide are showing 'A Matter of Loaf and Death', 'The Curse of the Were-Rabbit', and 'A Close Shave' as part of the Aardman Retrospective ahead of the new Shaun the Sheep film.
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