A must-watch Sinéad O’Connor documentary and a John Hamm film – what to watch this week

Monday, July 31

Nothing Compares, Sky Documentaries

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-VLy1A4En4U

Directed by Belfast-born filmmaker Kathryn Ferguson, Nothing Compares charts Sinéad O’Connor’s phenomenal rise to worldwide fame and examines how she used her voice at the height of her stardom, before her iconoclastic personality led to her exile from the pop mainstream. The archive-led documentary takes viewers back to Sinead’s prophetic words and deeds from 1987-1993, reflecting on the legacy of a fearless artist through a contemporary feminist lens and featuring era-defining music videos and concert performances and previously unseen footage. An absolute must watch and a wonderful tribute to one of the greats.

Tuesday, August 1

The Silent Twins, Sky Cinema

The Silent Twins is the astounding true story of twin sisters who only communicated with one another. As a result, they created a rich, fascinating world to escape the reality of their own lives. Based on the best-selling book of the same name, Letitia Wright and Tamara Lawrance star.

Wednesday, August 2

Physical, Disney+

Set in the idyllic but fragile beach paradise of sunny 1980s San Diego, Physical is a half-hour dark comedy following Sheila Rubin (Rose Byrne), a quietly tortured, seemingly dutiful housewife supporting her smart but controversial husband’s bid for state assembly. Behind closed doors, Sheila has her own darkly funny take on life – one she rarely lets the world see. She’s also battling a complex set of personal demons relating to her self-image… that is, until she finds release through the unlikeliest source: the world of aerobics.

Thursday, August 3

Heartstopper Season 2, Netflix

With exams, a school trip to Paris and prom on the horizon, Nick, Charlie and the gang must navigate the next stages of life, love and friendship.

Friday, August 4

The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart, Prime Video

Sigourney Weaver stars in this seven-part series about a young girl from a violent upbringing who is orphaned, and finds herself moving in with her grandmother on a flower farm. However, Alice soon learns that there are secrets within secrets about her and her family’s past… ones that won’t always stay hidden.

Saturday, August 5

The Randall Scandal: Love, Loathing & Vanderpump, Disney+

You’ve heard all about #Scandoval, but the most explosive scandal raging behind the scenes of Vanderpump Rules, at least according to this documentary, is actually The Randall Scandal. It charts the unbelievable tale of B-movie mogul Randall Emmett who rose to fame on the heels of his engagement to Bravo megastar Lala Kent. When their relationship publicly collapses and a bitter custody dispute ensues, Randall is caught up in a swarm of bombshell allegations and lawsuits that rock Hollywood and the Bravo-verse too.

Sunday, August 6

Maggie Moore(s), Sky Comedy

When two women with the same name are murdered days apart, small-town police chief Jordan Sanders (John Hamm) finds himself wading through an unlikely collection of cheating husbands, lonely hearts, contract killers and a nosy neighbour (Tina Fey) in an effort to put the pieces of the case, and his life, together. The film is inspired by actual events.

Feature image by Sky.