Are you done with rewatching your old favorite shows? Well, here’re your new potential favorites! ELLE gathered some of the best 2024 releases so far, so, what are you considering for your next TV night?
ALEXANDER: THE MAKING OF A GOD
A journey through the ages showcasing pivotal moments in the life of one of history’s greatest warriors, Alexander the Great. From his ascent to the throne of Macedonia and his campaigns against the Persian Empire under King Darius III, to the political intrigues, war maneuvers, and epic battles of his era.
CRISTÓBAL BALENCIAGA
Exploring the life and legacy of the Guetaria-born fashion icon! Disney+’s original drama pays a fitting tribute to the master craftsman showcasing the period details and astonishing couture.
THE GREATEST NIGHT IN POP
An elite group of music stars gathered one evening in January 1985 to record the song We Are the World. The film unveils the behind-the-scenes of this unique meeting that resulted in the creation of an iconic musical masterpiece.
BITCONNED
A rollercoaster ride through cryptocurrency fraud! The compelling documentary Bitconned unfolds the story of three individuals who exploit the unregulated cryptocurrency market to orchestrate a multi-million-dollar scam, funding extravagant lifestyles at the expense of unsuspecting investors.
YOU ARE WHAT YOU EAT: A TWIN EXPERIMENT
New diet and different lifestyle; an eight-week scientific experiment conducted by a set of identical twins to explore the effects of foods on the body beyond their effects on physical health.
HALA KHASA (SPECIAL CASE)
The series sheds light on autism through Nadim, a smart lawyer who joins a famous law firm and gets through many challenges with his brilliant mind and pure heart.
ONE LAST ROUND
Dr. Yahya, who leads a routine life after giving up practicing martial arts, finds his world turned upside down when his former coach, Tambe, returns to coax him back into the game, generating a lot of suspense and excitement.
THE NEW LOOK
As World War II sweeps across the European continent, international fashion houses like Dior, Chanel, Balmain, and Balenciaga demonstrate their determination to launch modern fashion despite the backdrop of war.
FEUD
After the first part dealt with the famous dispute between actresses Joan Crawford and Bette Davis during and after the production of their film What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? in 1962, the series returns with a new part that highlights the end of the friendships of the American novelist Truman Capote with many social figures known as The Swans in New York during the 1970s.
And for all the bookworms here, we got you! Here’re some of the must-reads that should be on your book-list for 2024:
DEATH OF THE WORLD – ABDEL RAHIM KAMAL
The tale of a prisoner who discovers solace in reading a novel found on the floor of his cell during his time in confinement. This unknown novel, devoid of any identifiable cover or author information, becomes his companion through the weary nights and dreary days of imprisonment.
OEDIPUS ON A PLANE – MOHAMED SALMAWY
Reimagining the tale of the mythical Greek king, Oedipus, fleeing his destined fate not on a chariot or a ship, but aboard a modern-day airplane. The author ingeniously transposes the original narrative into our contemporary world. Departing from the traditional Greek setting, the novel places Oedipus on the throne of Egypt.
TREASURES OF EGYPT’S TOMBS – DR. MOSTAFA SADEK
Takes readers on tours through Cairo’s cemeteries, uncovering hidden secrets through the examination of tombstones. Delving into the history of numerous politicians, warriors, and princes from the lineage of Muhammad Ali Pasha the Great.
PRINCESS SAMIHA’S CELLAR – MONA KHALIL
Throughout history, countless characters have faded into obscurity. However, the writer resurrects one such forgotten figure – Princess Samiha Kamel, daughter of Sultan Hussein Kamel – from the depths of historical anonymity. As the protagonist Guwaidan embarks on a captivating adventure, the enigmatic mysteries surrounding Princess Samiha Kamel gradually come to light, weaving an enthralling narrative that unveils her untold story to the world.
