Prime Video adds three highly rated films. Among them is a cult black comedy.

This article is an English translation of our original Polish review. Read the original on Wybierz.tv.

Prime Video has put together another batch of new films for its subscribers. This time the platform is focusing on productions that have won the approval of both critics and audiences, achieving at least 90% positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes. Among them is one of the highest-rated dark comedies of recent years, an award-winning comedy-drama by Paul Thomas Anderson and an inspiring story based on true events.

Prime Video enriches its library with three highly rated films

The biggest new arrival is "Joy Ride" from 2023, a comedy about a group of friends embarking on an action-packed trip across Asia. The production earned very high critic ratings thanks to its bold humour, charismatic cast and dynamic story. Also joining the library is "Licorice Pizza", an award-winning comedy-drama directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The film tells the story of an unconventional relationship between two young people growing up in 1970s California and was praised for its screenplay, atmosphere and performances. The third offering is "Fighting With My Family", a tale inspired by the true story of British wrestler Saraya, known to WWE fans as Paige. The film blends elements of comedy, sports drama and biopic, charting the path to achieving dreams despite numerous obstacles. All three films have received at least 90% positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes, making them some of the highest-rated new releases in Prime Video's August lineup. As a result, subscribers will get a varied set of titles representing different genres and storytelling styles. It's another month in which Amazon emphasises not only the number of premieres but also their high quality.

August releases demonstrate the variety of Prime Video's offering

The new films are aimed at a very broad audience. "Joy Ride" will appeal to fans of bold comedies full of unpredictable situations and witty dialogue. "Licorice Pizza" is for viewers who appreciate auteur cinema and stories that focus on relationships between characters. Meanwhile, "Fighting With My Family" will interest those who enjoy biographical and sports films, especially as it tells the true story of one of WWE's best-known female wrestlers. What the three productions have in common are very high critic scores and a positive audience response on release. That means people looking for worthwhile films won't have to browse the platform's entire catalogue to find notable options. Amazon regularly adds acclaimed titles from recent years to its catalogue, which boosts the appeal of a Prime Video subscription. The August additions also show that the service isn't limited to its own productions and readily includes well-regarded films from a range of studios. For many users, this could be one of the more interesting library updates in recent weeks. So if you're looking for a film to watch this evening, the new Prime Video releases are definitely worth adding to your list.

Prime Video kicks off August with a strong line-up of new films. "Joy Ride", "Licorice Pizza" and "Fighting With My Family" are titles praised by critics and audiences and could be among the most interesting offerings on the platform this month.

source: Tom's Guide

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