This week, we feature a drama about an immigrant Korean family trying to start over and a heartfelt story about a teacher’s unconventional way of helping young men. 

New Release

‘Relay’

Ash (Riz Ahmed) is a ghost-level dealmaker trades in secrets and silence, cutting covert settlements between ruthless companies and those who threaten to expose them. He plays by strict rules, until a volatile new client drags him into a job with murky agendas.

The film kicks off strong with a slow-burn setup and a world where whistleblowers walk the line between leverage and liability. The threat feels real as Ash navigates it all under strict personal rules. But just when it should be locking in, the third act swerves.

Action | Thriller
Release Date: Aug. 22, 2025
Director: David Mackenzie
Starring: Riz Ahmed, Lily James, Sam Worthington
Running Time: 1 hours, 52 minutes
MPAA Rating: R
Where to Watch: Theaters
Rated: 2 1/2 stars out of 5

Family Pick

‘Minari’

A Korean-American family trades California for rural Arkansas, chasing a dream of farming and stability. Jacob (Steven Yeun) believes in the land; his wife Monica (Han Ye-ri) has doubts. Their young son David (Alan Kim) is ill, money is tight. But the family faces the uncertainties together.

This one hit me. No gimmicks, just raw, honest moments that build into something unforgettable. The cast nails it, the music lingers, and the story never takes the easy route. It was also unpredictable, which made it seem all the more real.

Drama
Release Date: Feb. 12, 2021 (U.S.)
Director: Lee Isaac Chung
Starring: Steven Yeun, Han Ye-ri, Alan Kim
Running time: 1 hour, 55 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Where to Watch: Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Live on Your Own Terms

‘Dead Poets Society’

At an all-boys prep school, English teacher John Keating (Robin Williams) shakes things up with inspiring lessons. He pushes students to break free from conformity and seize the day. Through poetry and friendship, the boys discover the power of individuality and the courage to take their own paths.

This film pushes through the noise: Life’s fleeting, and we owe it to ourselves to live boldly. Williams delivers a raw, unforgettable call to challenge the status quo and grab every chance to be authentic.

Comedy | Drama
Release Date: June 9, 1989
Director: Peter Weir
Starring: Robin Williams, Robert Sean Leonard, Ethan Hawke
Running time: 2 hours, 8 minutes
MPAA Rating: PG
Where to Watch: Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango at Home
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

Submerged and Outgunned

‘We Dive at Dawn’

A submarine crew is tasked to sink a Nazi battleship in the Baltic. After a fierce battle damages their sub, the crew fights to survive and find fuel before it runs out.

This black-and-white wartime flick feels like a docudrama, capturing the era’s serious tone. It’s a solid submarine story with tense chases, daring raids, and a nod to the families waiting back home.

Action | Drama | War
Release Date: March 20, 1950 (U.S.)
Director: Anthony Asquith
Starring: John Mills, Louis Bradfield, Ronald Millar
Running Time: 1 hour, 38 minutes
Not Rated
Where to Watch: Tubi TV, Fawesome
Rated: 3 1/2 stars out of 5

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