21 Feb – Good news, movie lovers! As part of GSC International Screens vision to diversify its movie offerings and present a wider line-up of independent and speciality titles on the big screens, GSC International Screens has teamed up with Searchlight Pictures to present an Awards Showcase of two highly acclaimed titles, "A Real Pain" and "A Complete Unknown". The two movies, that both have made a mark globally, with multiple acclaimed award recognitions under their belts and recent nominations at the famed Academy Awards and Golden Globes this year, will be screened at selected GSC locations* from 20 February and 27 February, respectively. Starring Jesse Eisenberg and Kieran Culkin as a pair of estranged cousins, David and Benji Kaplan who reconnect over their grandmother's death, "A Real Pain" stands on its own as a captivating drama peppered with comedic elements throughout. With stellar performances by both leads in bringing their respective characters to life, it explores significant themes such as grief and emotional pain, and how the pair's contrasting personalities cope with loss in their own capacity.
Taking on the roles of director, writer, and front lead, Jesse Eisenberg's second feature film garnered a standing ovation at its premiere at the Sundance Film Festival and has gone on to receive numerous accolades including Kieran Culkin for Best Supporting Actor and Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards this year. "A Real Pain" will be screening at selected GSC locations from 20 February onwards. Meanwhile, "A Complete Unknown" unveils the electrifying true story behind the rise of Bob Dylan – one of the most iconic singer-songwriters in history on silver screens, depicting key aspects of Bob Dylan's musical trials and tribulations, exploring the early days of the rise of his career and his profound impact on the folk music industry. Directed by James Mangold and co-written together with Jay Cocks, the movie has received 8 nominations at this year's Academy Awards including Best Motion Picture of the Year, Best Sound, Best Achievement in Directing, Best Performance by an actor in a Leading role (Timothée Chalamet), Best Performance by an actress in a supporting role (Monica Barbaro), Best Performance by an actor in a supporting role (Edward Norton), Best Adapted Screenplay and Best achievement in costume design.
*Selected GSC Locations Klang Valley: GSC Mid Valley Megamall GSC IOI City Mall 2 (East), Putrajaya GSC Lalaport BBCC GSC Starling Mall PJ Velvet Cinemas by GSC Aurum Theatre, The Exchange TRX Aurum Theatre, The Gardens Mall Northern Region: GSC Gurney Plaza GSC Ipoh Parade Southern Region: GSC The Mall, Southkey JB East Malaysia: GSC CityOne, Kuching GSC Imago, Kota Kinabalu