Movies and Chill: Uppercut, Demon city, 3 other films to help you relax this weekend

• Looking for the perfect weekend escape and movies to relax? 
• From the gripping fight for cultural preservation to the high-stakes battle for justice and an inspiring underdog story
• Here are five movies that will set the mood for a memorable weekend

February is coming to an end, and what better way to unwind than with a great movie? 

As you relax from the month’s hustle and celebrate your achievements this month, a well-chosen film can be the perfect escape. 

Whether you're in the mood for action, suspense, or inspiration, this weekend’s lineup has something for everyone.

Additionally, the weekend is the perfect time to slow down, forget your worries, and lose yourself in a movie that brings comfort and relaxation. 

Different streaming services offer many options when choosing what to binge-watch in your free time. 

We've rounded up the best movies to stream this weekend.

Here are some interesting suggestions for you.

5 movies to watch this weekend

1. A Country Called Ghana 

When a small Ghanaian village faces an invasion of foreigners, Professor Kwadwo Nkansah stands as the only literate person in the community, trying to protect something precious from being taken away. With a foreign mission led by Ramsey Nouah, the film explores themes of patriotism, cultural preservation, and resilience. 

2. Demon City

Imagine losing everything including your family, your freedom, and even your physical abilities, only to return years later for justice. That’s the intense premise of Demon City, where Shûhei Sakata, falsely accused of his family’s murder, spends 15 years in a prison hospital before making a comeback. Determined to take down the masked "demons" controlling his city, this ex-hitman embarks on a ruthless path of vengeance. 

3. Presence 

Moving into a new home is supposed to be exciting, but what if you’re not alone? Presence follows a family whose dream home quickly turns into a nightmare as eerie, unexplained events begin unfolding. 

Is it just their imagination, or is something sinister lurking in the shadows?

4. Uppercut 

Breaking barriers, defying expectations, and proving that strength isn’t just physical. The movie tells the story of a determined female boxer fighting to redefine what it means to be a woman in sports. When a former boxing champion reluctantly takes her under his wing, the two form an unlikely but powerful alliance. 

5. Running Point 

Taking charge of a pro basketball team wasn’t on Isla Gordon’s radar, but when she's unexpectedly named President of the LA Waves, she has no choice but to step up. Overlooked for most of her life, Isla is determined to prove she can run the team despite the skeptics. 

From heart-racing revenge plots to spine-chilling horrors and empowering sports dramas, this weekend's lineup has something for every movie lover. 

Don't forget to tell us which one of them you are seeing by dropping a comment.

‘Queen of Tears,’ ‘Lovely Runner,’ other top K-dramas of 2024

Meanwhile, TheRadar earlier compiled a list of 12 top exciting Korean dramas of 2024. From heartwarming romances to spine-chilling thrillers, K-dramas have set a high standard for storytelling, production quality, and emotional resonance this year. 

The titles include Queen of Tears, Lovely Runner, Family By Choice, Marry My Husband, Love Next Door, and others.