What to watch: ‘Caught by the Tides', ‘Weapons'
One night, 17 children from the same class walk out of their homes without any warning and disappear. The ensuing mystery grips the town and especially the teacher whose class they attended. Weapons is directed by Zach Cregger, who made the breakout horror hit Barbarian. (In theatres) A still from 'Sorry, Baby'.
After a traumatic experience, Agnes must pick up the pieces and carry on with her life. Eva Victor, an actor and writer who shot to fame making short comic sketches, wrote, directed and stars in Sorry, Baby. This bittersweet film also stars Naomi Ackie, Lucas Hedges, John Carroll Lynch and Kelly McCormack. (In theatres) A still from 'Ghich Pich'.
A coming-of-age film about three friends and high school classmates, and their complicated relationships with their fathers. This lo-fi production is set in Chandigarh in the 1990s. Written and directed by Ankur Singla. (In theatres)
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