The 7 Best New Movies on HBO Max in July

Key Points:

• "Army of Darkness," a sequel to "Evil Dead 2," boldly shifts the franchise from horror to medieval comedy, featuring Bruce Campbell’s Ash Williams battling undead skeletons in the Middle Ages while maintaining Sam Raimi’s distinctive style.
• "The Drama," starring Robert Pattinson and Zendaya, is a dark comic drama that tackles complex moral and psychological themes, blending morbid humor with genuine insight to become a $130 million-grossing, critically acclaimed film.
• Ari Aster’s "Hereditary" is a highly influential horror film of the 2010s known for its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and impactful imagery that has inspired many subsequent horror movies.
• Lee Cronin’s "The Mummy" follows parents dealing with their daughter’s return after abduction, only to find she has become a mummy; the film is a dark, mean-spirited horror that echoes Cronin’s style from "Evil Dead Rise."
• "The Long Walk," directed by Francis Lawrence and based on a Stephen King story, explores a deadly endurance contest among teenage boys, elevated by strong performances from Cooper Hoffman and David Jonsson.
• Sofia Coppola’s documentary "Marc by Sofia" offers a visually stylish look at fashion designer Marc Jacobs, marking Coppola’s first foray into non-fiction filmmaking.
• Anne Hathaway stars in "Ocean’s 8," a female-led heist film within the "Ocean’s" franchise, adding to her busy year of diverse film projects.