3 overlooked (HBO) Max films you should check out this weekend (February 28-March 2)

      As a new month begins, Max is welcoming an array of new movies to its library. One of the newcomers is *Heretic*, a chilling thriller featuring Hugh Grant, which debuts on March 7. Additionally, *Sing Sing*, recognized as one of the most critically acclaimed films of 2024, will be available on Max starting March 21. Colman Domingo earned an Oscar nomination for his role in this drama centered around a prison arts program.

      Thanks to Warner Bros., Max boasts one of the most comprehensive collections among streaming platforms, allowing viewers to easily immerse themselves in genre pages for hours. Fortunately, we've explored the movie section and selected three underappreciated films that warrant your attention this weekend. Our selections include a crime thriller from a master of heists, a poignant depiction of a real-life hero, and a captivating drama.

      We also provide guides to the best films on Netflix, the best films on Hulu, the best films on Amazon Prime Video, the best films on Max, and the best films on Disney+.

      **No Sudden Move (2021)**

      Warner Bros.

      Since returning from retirement in 2017, Steven Soderbergh has been producing almost one film each year. Hollywood benefits from the creative output of innovative directors like Soderbergh. One of his more overlooked films during this post-retirement era is *No Sudden Move*, a period piece set in Detroit during the 1950s that revolves around a heist that goes awry.

      A team of small-time criminals—featuring Curt Jones (Don Cheadle), Ronald Russo (Benicio del Toro), and Charley (Kieran Culkin)—is assigned to steal an essential document. Their plan involves holding an accountant's family hostage while he retrieves the document from his boss’s safe. Ultimately, Curt and Ronald discover they’ve been set up. Their mission then shifts to uncovering who orchestrated their betrayal. While it may not be as grand as *Ocean’s Eleven*, *No Sudden Move* offers an entertaining experience thanks to its diverse cast and a director who thoroughly understands this genre.

      Stream *No Sudden Move* on Max.

      **Sully (2016)**

      In your best Michael Rapoport voice, “Are you the pilot, Sully?” Tom Hanks portrays Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger in the dramatic retelling of the Miracle on the Hudson in *Sully*. On January 15, 2009, Sully and First Officer Jeff Skiles (Aaron Eckhart) are flying from LaGuardia Airport to Charlotte when a flock of birds strikes both engines shortly after takeoff.

      Faced with limited time, Sully adeptly performs an emergency landing in the Hudson River, saving all 155 passengers and crew on board. While it's a remarkable achievement, the story continues as an investigation attempts to tarnish Sully’s reputation for his heroic act. With Clint Eastwood directing and Hanks delivering a stoic performance, *Sully* is a fitting homage to a modest hero who deserves recognition despite never actively seeking it.

      Stream *Sully* on Max.

      **Reality (2023)**

      HBO Films

      When she’s not pining over Nate Jacobs on *Euphoria*, Sydney Sweeney is taking on intriguing roles. Starring in a small-budget, dialogue-driven film set in just a few rooms showcases her versatility as a film star. The film, *Reality*, is a crime drama based on the story of former American intelligence leaker Reality Winner. In June 2017, Reality is visited by FBI agents Taylor (Marchánt Davis) and Garrick (Josh Hamilton) at her home. This unexpected visit occurs almost a month after President Donald Trump removed FBI Director James Comey.

      Armed with a search warrant, the agents engage Reality in conversation, ultimately confronting her regarding a potential leak of classified documents concerning Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. With a runtime of only 82 minutes, *Reality* is a compelling watch for those seeking an enlightening crime thriller.

      Stream *Reality* on Max.