Upcoming Highlights on Streaming Services: August Picks
New to Amazon Prime Video
‘Novak Djokovic: The Wolf in Winter’
Starts streaming: Aug. 20
This documentary by director Jason Hehir explores the life and career of tennis champion Novak Djokovic. With Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal now retired, Djokovic remains a key figure in tennis. The film delves into his determination and the personal and public costs of his pursuit of success. It covers his experiences during the Yugoslav Wars and how his competitive nature has impacted his fan base.
Also arriving:
- Aug. 1: “Primate”
- Aug. 5: “Sterling Point” Season 1
- Aug. 9: “The Chosen in the Wild With Bear Grylls”
- Aug. 12: “Reacher” Season 4
- Aug. 19: “Is God is”
- Aug. 21: “Back to the 90s”, “Good Fortune”
- Aug. 26: “The Last Sunrise”
New to AMC+
‘Buffet Infinity’
Starts streaming: Aug. 21
Simon Glassman’s “Buffet Infinity” adds to the year’s list of inventive low-budget horror films. It looks at a mysterious all-you-can-eat restaurant that overtakes a city in Alberta. Presented through local TV commercials and news clips, the narrative reveals a bizarre mix of themes, including a religious cult opposing the restaurant. Initially comedic, the film progresses into something darker and more surreal.