As the breezes of spring start to grace our surroundings, Hulu is keeping pace with an array of thrilling new titles planned for March 2025. This fresh roster not only includes a selection of award-winning films, but it also features highly-rated narratives, with over 90% approval ratings from critics on Rotten Tomatoes. This includes the acclaimed drama, Anora (2024), the newest work by Sean Baker. It is an exhilarating experience to anticipate watching one of 2024’s most celebrated movies via a leading streaming platform. Moreover, Hulu’s offering extends beyond Anora with a delightful blend of romantic comedies, crime narratives, and dramatic cinema.
The Truman Show sits high on my list of must-watch movies. It seamlessly weaves humor and emotion with astute socio-political commentary. The narrative revolves around Truman Burbank, played by Jim Carrey, who without his knowledge, is the star of a reality television show that has documented his life since birth. The fabricated town he calls home is merely a television set, and every event of his life is manipulated by the show’s producer, Christof, portrayed by Ed Harris. Unraveling the illusion of his life, Truman is forced to choose between living in an orchestrated reality or escaping it.
Anora, one of the ten films in the running for Best Picture Oscar 2025, has been noticeably absent from streaming platforms. However, it makes its long-anticipated debut on Hulu on March 17, making it a perfect time to cozy-up at home with a bowl of popcorn. Directed by Sean Baker, the filmmaker behind critically acclaimed titles such as Tangerine (2015), The Florida Project (2017), and Red Rocket (2021), Anora blends comedy and drama in a contemporary rags-to-riches story.
Set in the heart of Brooklyn, New York City, Anora introduces us to Ani, a young sex worker portrayed by Mikey Madison. Ani’s quotidian existence takes an unexpected turn when she crosses paths with Vanya, played by Mark Eydelshteyn, who is the scion of a notorious Russian oligarch. When the two impulsively decide to get married, it invites the wrath of Vanya’s family in Russia, leading them to send a formidable henchman to persuade the young couple to dissolve their marriage.
Another title hitting the mark in March 2025 is David O. Russell’s American Hustle, a dazzling mix of crime entwined with comedic undertones. The film prides itself in its dynamic ensemble cast. Narrated around the infamous late 70s and early 80s Abscam sting operation, the story follows the journey of swindlers Irving Rosenfeld and Sydney Prosser, portrayed by Christian Bale and Amy Adams respectively. When they’re compelled to join forces with FBI agent Richie DiMaso, played by Bradley Cooper, they get sucked into a dangerous realm filled with corrupt politicians.
For those who appreciate a good period drama, Brooklyn, featuring the talented Saoirse Ronan, will be making its way to Hulu on March 1st. As an admirer of Ronan’s stellar performance in Greta Gerwig’s Little Women (2019), you won’t go wrong set to watch Brooklyn. The film takes us back to the 1950s and is set in New York City and Enniscorthy, a small town in Ireland.
Brooklyn trails the story of Eilis Lace, an Irish immigrant portrayed by Saoirse Ronan, who had moved to New York City in search of work, leaving her familiar surroundings in Enniscorthy. Initially grappling with homesickness, which fades with time, Eilis’ life takes a turn when she finds herself in the throes of a romantic relationship with Brooklyn local, Tony, played by Emory Cohen. Unfortunately, her past catches up with her, and she’s torn between her love for her new city and her native land.
From being a popular ’90s novel to a critically acclaimed movie in 2000, and now immortalized in a top-notch Hulu series, High Fidelity has successfully morphed with the times. This engaging rom-com, directed by Stephen Frears, boasts a star-studded lineup including John Cusack, Jack Black, and Catherine Zeta-Jones to name a few.
High Fidelity centers around music enthusiast and owner of a Chicago-based record store, Rob Gordon (played by John Cusack). Known for his endless lists and hopeless romantic tendencies, Rob’s life spirals into a self-introspective journey when his long-term girlfriend Laura, portrayed by Iben Hjejle, calls it quits. Determined to figure out the reason behind his romantic failures, Rob introspects his past five relationships, hoping to uncover why his attempts at love always seem to fall apart.