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Experience the latest cinematic releases at Grand Cinemas from July 30 till August 5, with an exciting selection of adventure, animation, action, comedy, and horror films now screening across ABC Verdun, ABC Ashrafieh, ABC Dbayeh, Las Salinas, and The Spot Saida. Discover this week’s lineup and choose your preferred showtime at your nearest Grand Cinema location.

GRAND CINEMAS – ABC VERDUN

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
2:00 | 5:00 | 8:45

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
4:15 | 9:15

Toy Story 5 | Tom Hanks, Tim Allen | Animation
2:00 | 7:15

Obsession | Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette | Horror
3:00 | 5:15 | 7:30 | 9:45

Moana | Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson | Adventure
2:30 | 4:45 | 10:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
7:30

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
3:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
6:30 | 9:30

Minions & Monsters | Pierre Coffin, Allison Janney | Animation
2:00 | 4:00 | 6:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
8:00

Khali Balak Min Nafsak | Ahamd El Sakka, Yamin Abdel Aziz | Comedy Action
2:30 | 5:15 | 7:30 | 10:00

The Furious | Miao Xie, Joe Taslim | Action Thriller
2:00 | 4:30 | 7:30 | 9:45

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:30 | 5:45 | 9:00

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:15 | 5:30 | 8:45

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:00 | 5:15 | 8:30

GRAND CINEMAS – ABC ASHRAFIEH

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
3:00 | 6:00 | 9:00

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:00 | 5:15 | 8:30

Minions & Monsters | Pierre Coffin, Allison Janney | Animation
2:00 | 4:00 | 6:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
8:00

Obsession | Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette | Horror
2:00 | 7:00 | 9:15

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette | Horror
4:00

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
4:00 | 7:30

Moana | Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson | Adventure
2:00 | 4:15 | 6:30 | 9:00

GRAND CINEMAS – ABC DBAYEH

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:00 | 5:15 | 8:30

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:15 | 5:30

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
9:00

Obsession | Michael Johnston, Inde Navarrette | Horror
2:30 | 5:00 | 7:15 | 9:45

Toy Story 5 | Tom Hanks, Tim Allen | Animation
2:15 | 4:15 | 6:30

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
8:00

Minions & Monsters | Pierre Coffin, Allison Janney | Animation
2:15 | 4:15 | 6:30

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
8:15

Moana | Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson | Adventure
2:00 | 4:00 | 6:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
8:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
2:30 | 5:30 | 8:30

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:15 | 5:30 | 8:45

GRAND CINEMAS – LAS SALINAS

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
3:30 | 6:30 | 9:30

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
3:30 | 6:30 | 9:30

Moana | Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson | Adventure
3:30 | 5:30 | 7:30 | 9:30

Minions & Monsters | Pierre Coffin, Allison Janney | Animation
3:30 | 5:30

Khali Balak Min Nafsak | Ahamd El Sakka, Yamin Abdel Aziz | Comedy Action
7:30 | 9:30

GRAND CINEMAS – THE SPOT SAIDA

The Odyssey | Mat Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway | Epic Action
2:15 | 5:30 | 8:45

Moana | Catherine Laga’aia, Dwayne Johnson | Adventure
2:30 | 4:45 | 7:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
9:15

Khali Balak Min Nafsak | Ahamd El Sakka, Yamin Abdel Aziz | Comedy Action
3:00 | 5:00 | 7:00 | 9:00

Minions & Monsters | Pierre Coffin, Allison Janney | Animation
2:00 | 4:00 | 6:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
8:00

SpiderMan: Brand New Day | Tom Halland, Zendaya | Adventure
2:30 | 5:30 | 8:30

MEL-CHRIST HACHEM

Currently screening at Grand Cinemas Lebanon, Motor City delivers a dark crime thriller driven by revenge, betrayal and the emotional scars left behind by a broken system.

Set against the atmosphere of 1970s Detroit, the film explores how a man pushed beyond his limits transforms his pain into a relentless pursuit of justice.

Directed by Potsy Ponciroli and written by Chad St. John, Motor City follows John Miller, a working-class man whose life is shattered after falling in love with Sophia, the girlfriend of ruthless gangster Reynolds, who frames him for a crime he did not commit. After years behind bars, John returns to a city consumed by violence and corruption, determined to confront the man who stole both his freedom and his future.

At its core, the film is not only a story of revenge, but also an exploration of loss, identity and the psychological consequences of being denied justice. John’s journey becomes a reflection of a man trying to reclaim control over a life that was taken from him.

A Character Defined by Pain and Silence
Leading the film, Alan Ritchson portrays John Miller as a character shaped by anger, trauma and determination. Rather than presenting revenge as a simple path to victory, the performance focuses on the emotional weight carried by a man who has been changed by his experiences.
Shailene Woodley brings emotional depth to the role of Sophia, adding a human dimension to John’s past and the life he lost. Her presence reinforces the film’s exploration of relationships affected by time, choices and circumstances.

The cast also includes Ben Foster as Reynolds, Pablo Schreiber as Savick, and Lionel Boyce as Youngblood, contributing to a world where power, corruption and personal conflicts shape the characters’ decisions.

A Dark Vision of Detroit
With Potsy Ponciroli’s direction, Motor City embraces the atmosphere of a classic revenge thriller while focusing on the emotional journey of its protagonist. The film uses the streets of Detroit, its industrial landscapes and its sense of isolation to reflect John’s internal struggle.

One of the film’s defining stylistic choices is its minimal use of dialogue. Rather than explaining its characters through extensive conversations, Motor City relies heavily on visual storytelling, physical performances and atmosphere to communicate emotion and tension. This restrained approach reinforces the film’s gritty tone and allows the narrative to unfold through images, movement and silence as much as through words.
The film’s music also plays a fundamental role in shaping the emotional impact of the scenes and enhancing the expressive performances, particularly in moments of minimal dialogue.
The visual style and emphasis on atmosphere create a world where silence, tension and physical presence often speak louder than dialogue. The city itself becomes part of the narrative, representing both the environment that shaped John and the battlefield where he confronts his past.

Beyond Revenge
While revenge drives the story forward, Motor City is ultimately about the consequences of losing everything and the difficult search for meaning after trauma. The film examines whether reclaiming the past can truly heal the wounds it created.

Through its crime-driven narrative, strong visual identity and focus on a damaged protagonist, Motor City presents a story about justice, survival and the cost of becoming consumed by revenge.

Currently screening at Grand Cinemas Lebanon.

Mel-Christ Hachem

Moana brings Disney’s beloved story to life in a live-action adaptation that transforms a timeless adventure into a visually immersive journey of identity, heritage and self-discovery.

Directed by Thomas Kail, Moana revisits the story of a young woman whose journey across the Pacific Ocean becomes more than a mission of survival; it becomes a personal search for purpose, belonging and the strength to embrace the responsibility of leading her people.

The film follows Moana, the daughter of Chief Tui of Motunui, who answers the mysterious call of the ocean when her people face an uncertain future. Joined by the legendary demigod Maui, she embarks on a perilous voyage that challenges her courage while revealing the true meaning of leadership, belonging and personal destiny.

A New Vision of a Heroine Searching for Her PlaceAt the centre of the film is Catherine Lagaʻaia as Moana, bringing a fresh presence to a character whose strength comes not from perfection, but from curiosity, determination and emotional growth.

Moana remains one of Disney’s most contemporary heroines because her journey is not defined by romance or the search for external approval. Her greatest challenge is understanding who she is and how she can honour her heritage while choosing her own path.

Dwayne Johnson brings charisma, confidence and commanding screen presence to Maui, creating a compelling counterpart to Moana. His performance balances humour with emotional depth, making the legendary demigod both entertaining and relatable.

The supporting cast, including John Tui as Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as Sina, and Rena Owen as Gramma Tala, strengthens the emotional foundation of the story by highlighting the importance of family, ancestry and cultural identity.

Between spectacle and emotional storytelling the challenge of adapting Moana into a live-action experience lies not only in recreating its visual world, but in preserving the emotional and cultural elements that gave the original story its lasting appeal.With Thomas Kail at the helm, the film approaches the ocean not simply as a setting, but as a symbolic force within the narrative. The sea represents uncertainty, discovery and the endless possibilities that emerge when someone dares to move beyond the limits imposed upon them.The live-action adaptation seeks to reinterpret the world of Motunui through a more tangible cinematic language, emphasising landscapes, traditions and the relationship between humanity and nature. The islands and the ocean become essential parts of the storytelling, reflecting the characters’ emotional journeys as much as their physical voyage.

More than an adventure, Moana explores the delicate balance between honouring one’s heritage and forging one’s own path. Through its themes of courage, identity and belonging, the film offers a timeless reminder that the greatest journeys are often those that lead us to discover who we truly are.

Moana is currently screening at Grand Cinemas Lebanon.

Christopher Nolan Transforms an Ancient Myth into a Profound Journey of Memory, Loss and Humanity

Mel-Christ Hachem

Currently screening at Grand Cinemas Lebanon, The Odyssey brings Christopher Nolan’s cinematic vision of Homer’s timeless epic to the big screen, transforming an ancient myth into a profound exploration of survival, identity and the meaning of returning home after being forever changed by war.

After years of exploring time, memory, history and the human condition through some of the most ambitious films in contemporary cinema, Christopher Nolan returns with The Odyssey, a monumental adaptation of Homer’s legendary epic that represents one of the filmmaker’s most ambitious cinematic journeys.

Yet Nolan does not approach The Odyssey simply as a story of gods, monsters and mythical adventures. Instead, he looks beneath the surface of the legend to discover a deeply human story: the journey of a man who has lost years of his life to conflict and must confront not only the dangers of the world around him, but also the transformation within himself.

The central question of the film is not merely whether Odysseus will reach Ithaca, but whether the man who returns will still be the same person who left.

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From Ancient Epic to Modern Cinematic Experience

The film follows Odysseus, the legendary king of Ithaca and a warrior returning from the Trojan War, as he faces a perilous voyage across unknown seas, encountering extraordinary challenges, mythical forces and encounters that test his intelligence, resilience and humanity.

However, Nolan’s interpretation shifts the focus away from pure adventure toward the psychological consequences of the journey. The sea becomes more than a physical landscape; it becomes a reflection of uncertainty, trauma and the search for meaning.

Throughout his career, from Inception and Interstellar to Dunkirk and Oppenheimer, Nolan has repeatedly explored individuals confronting forces greater than themselves. In The Odyssey, Homer’s ancient world becomes a natural extension of those themes: a story about time lost, the scars of war and the fragile relationship between destiny and personal choice.

Rather than presenting Odysseus as an untouchable mythological hero, Nolan portrays him as a deeply human figure — a man carrying the weight of his decisions, his memories and the consequences of the battles he survived.

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Matt Damon portrays Odysseus and Zendaya as Athena in a scene from the movie “The Odyssey.” The OSV News classification is A-III — adults. The Motion Picture Association rating is R — restricted. Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. (OSV News photo/Melinda Sue Gordon, Universal)

Matt Damon’s Odysseus: The Man Behind the Legend

Matt Damon takes on the role of Odysseus, bringing a combination of strength, intelligence and emotional restraint to the legendary character. His interpretation reflects Nolan’s vision of a hero who is not defined only by victory, but by endurance and the psychological cost of survival.

Damon’s Odysseus is not simply a warrior seeking glory; he is a man trying to reconnect with the life and identity he lost during years of separation. The performance highlights the contradiction at the heart of the character: a legendary king who must rediscover himself as a human being.

Anne Hathaway portrays Penelope, Odysseus’ wife, whose storyline represents the emotional foundation of the film. While Odysseus battles forces beyond his control, Penelope faces her own struggle at home, becoming a symbol of patience, intelligence and resilience rather than simply a figure waiting for a hero’s return.

Tom Holland plays Telemachus, Odysseus’ son, adding another emotional dimension to the narrative. His character reflects the experience of a younger generation trying to understand the legacy of a father whose absence has shaped his entire life.

The film’s ensemble also includes Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, Zendaya and Charlize Theron, contributing to Nolan’s expansive vision of a world where human conflicts, mythical forces and personal destinies collide.

Nolan’s Visual Language: When the World Becomes Part of the Story

One of Christopher Nolan’s defining qualities as a filmmaker is his commitment to creating immersive cinematic experiences built on scale, physicality and visual precision. In The Odyssey, this approach becomes central to transforming an ancient literary masterpiece into a contemporary theatrical experience.

Shot with large-format IMAX photography, the film uses vast landscapes, oceans and monumental environments not merely as backgrounds, but as extensions of the characters’ emotional journey.

Working with cinematographer Hoyte van Hoytema, Nolan continues their collaboration after films including Dunkirk, Tenet and Oppenheimer, creating a visual style that balances overwhelming scale with moments of intimacy and silence.

The storms, unknown territories and vastness of the sea are not only elements of spectacle; they represent the internal struggles of the characters. The physical journey becomes inseparable from the emotional one.

Between Mythological Grandeur and Human Vulnerability

The greatest challenge in adapting The Odyssey is that audiences already know the legendary story. The power of the film, therefore, does not come from discovering what happens, but from experiencing how the journey is presented and what new meaning can be found within it.

Nolan’s interpretation focuses on what remains after the battles are over. Behind the mythology, the creatures and the epic scale, there is a simple yet universal human question: how does a person return home after becoming someone different?

This is where The Odyssey finds its cinematic identity. It is not only a story about reaching a destination; it is a reflection on transformation, memory and the emotional distance between the person we once were and the person we become.

By revisiting one of the oldest narratives in human history, Nolan creates a film that connects ancient mythology with contemporary concerns. The journey of Odysseus becomes a journey into the human experience itself a search for belonging, forgiveness and the possibility of returning to what we call home.

The Odyssey is currently screening at Grand Cinemas Lebanon.