What to Watch in Cinemas: 10 Summer Premieres
New Wes Anderson, a gothic horror Cinderella, retrospectives of Jarmusch and Tarkovsky, and much more. This selection covers the top Estonian premieres and special screenings of the summer.
The Phoenician Scheme
A new stylish spy action film by Wes Anderson about a millionaire who builds a business in the Middle East with his nun daughter. Starring the magnificent Benicio del Toro, the charming Mia Threapleton (Kate Winslet’s daughter), and the even more charming Michael Cera.
Where to watch: In all cinemas across Estonia
In cinemas until mid-June link
The Ugly Stepsister / Den stygge stesøsteren
A bold Norwegian body horror from Emilie Blichfeldt. Based on the classic Cinderella tale but with an unexpected twist. We see the story through the eyes of Elvira, the stepsister who's been called ugly her whole life. To fit conventional beauty standards, Elvira undergoes grotesque and brutal procedures — in one (spoiler!) she even chops off her toes to squeeze into the glass slipper.
Where to watch: Apollo and Artis
In cinemas until mid-June link
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning
The eighth installment of the fearless agent Ethan Hunt’s saga was meant to be the final chapter, but Tom Cruise cautiously said he’s ready to keep going. “The Final Reckoning” is one of the most expensive action films ever (with a nearly $400 million budget), so get ready for out-of-this-world stunts and effects.
Where to watch: In all cinemas across Estonia
In cinemas starting June 4 link
The Sacrifice (1986)
A deeply moving philosophical drama of extraordinary beauty — Tarkovsky’s final film. The story follows Alexander, a writer living in seclusion on the Swedish island of Gotland. On his birthday, he learns that a nuclear war has begun and decides to make a pact with God to stop the catastrophe.
Where to watch: Artis
In cinemas starting June 5 link
Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai (1991)
A meditative gangster drama from Jim Jarmusch that blends samurai film tradition with gritty American suburb aesthetics. The protagonist, an assassin known as Ghost Dog, lives by the ancient code of the samurai Hagakure and carries out hits for a mobster named Louie.
Where to watch: Artis
In cinemas starting June 12 link
The Darjeeling Limited (2007)
A charming tragicomedy by Wes Anderson about three brothers who reunite after years apart and embark on a journey across India to rebuild their bond. What follows is a wild road movie full of strange encounters, witty conversations, and awkward quarrels. A lovely film about brotherly love starring Adrien Brody, Jason Schwartzman, and Owen Wilson.
Where to watch: Sõprus
In cinemas starting July 6 link
How to Train Your Dragon
A long-awaited live-action adaptation of the iconic DreamWorks animated film, based on the children’s novel by Cressida Cowell. Clumsy yet lovable Viking Hiccup befriends the dragon Toothless and challenges his tribe’s ancient war against dragons. Directed by Dean DeBlois, the original trilogy's creator.
Where to watch: In all cinemas across Estonia
In cinemas starting June 7 link
F1
A new action film from Top Gun: Maverick director Joseph Kosinski about ex-Formula 1 driver Sonny Hayes returning to the track after a long break. Brad Pitt speeding in a real F1 car at 300 km/h without a stunt double, real race footage without effects or green screens, and a hypnotic soundtrack by Hans Zimmer — what a combo!
Where to watch: In all cinemas across Estonia
In cinemas starting June 25
28 Trilogy
This summer sees the release of the third film in Danny Boyle and Alex Garland’s cult zombie apocalypse franchise, 28 Years Later. To celebrate, Sõprus will screen the entire trilogy on July 27 — including the original 28 Days Later starring Cillian Murphy and the sequel 28 Weeks Later.
Where to watch: Sõprus
On screen July 27 link
Tartuff Festival
From August 4 to 9, Tartu hosts the annual open-air festival of love-themed films — Tartuff. Some screenings take place right on Town Hall Square, others at Elektriteater cinema. A few special screenings will also be held in Tallinn’s Telliskivi Outdoor Cinema. This year’s program includes new festival hits, classic retrospectives, director Q&As, and more. Find full details on the festival’s official website.