Undead brides, daydreaming waitresses, and teenage detectives - this week sees the return of iconic fictional characters and more. Here's what to look out for.
We're marching into March with an already-packed itinerary: revived movie monsters, returning pop stars, cultural anniversaries, and exhibitions that reframe historical misconceptions.
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This month also marks the beginning of Women's History Month, which means we can expect more events celebrating women's contributions and impact on the arts in the coming weeks.
Honourable mentions must also go to the Tate Modern's astonishing new Tracey Emin retrospective, along with slasher Scream 7 in cinemas, which we recently reviewed - on top of ranking the entire Scream franchise.
So, without further ado - shake off any overwhelm, embrace the return of brighter days, and enjoy this week's recommendations.
Exhibitions
The Woman in Question 1550-2025
When: Until 3 May 2026
Where: Museum of Modern Art (Warsaw, Poland)
It's long been believed that women were absent from much of art history, restricted or erased by the institutional misogyny of the times. While this may be true in part, the Museum of Modern Art counters its generalisation with a spotlight on the works of women over the past 500 years. From Renaissance paintings to 19th-century portraits and contemporary re-imaginings, nearly 200 works by female artists trace their long journey towards artistic emancipation. An especially fitting visit for celebrating Women's History Month, and International Women's Day on the 8 March. Find out more here.
Dreaming in Colour
When: 5 March - 6 April 2026
Where: Opera Gallery (London, UK)
Eyeballs balanced on tongues, collaged memories and paint splattered abstractions - the Opera Gallery's latest exhibition is a pop-coloured trip towards contemporary surrealism. Instead of focusing on the past, their displays look to the future of the movement via the dreamscape visuals of more than 20 emerging artists from across the globe. These works are both playful and sombre, projecting subconscious emotions into lyrical, fragmented worlds that speak to a new generation's perspective. Read more about the exhibition here.
Bonus highlight: Kew Gardens' celebrated orchid festival comes to a close on 8 March. Vibrant, immersive and inspired by China’s breathtaking biodiversity, this year’s special edition is a must-see for nature lovers. Find out more here.
Movies
The Bride!
Where: Cinemas
When: 6 March
Following Guillermo del Toro's celebrated Frankenstein adaptation, it's Maggie Gyllenhaal's turn to bring the creature's iconic companion back to life. After Frankenstein (Christian Bale) - actually named after his creator in this iteration - requests the revival of a murdered woman (Jessie Buckley), the pair embark on a violent crime spree born out of rage against society's antagonisms towards the undead. Layered with visual verve and contemporary restlessness, Gyllenhaal has created a Bonnie and Clyde meets Universal Monsters mash-up, with themes reminiscent of Joker: Folie À Deux. Here's hoping it's better than the latter!
Amélie anniversary screenings
Where: Select cinemas across the United Kingdom
When: 9 - 10 March
Times are hard for dreamers, but thankfully cinemas across the United Kingdom are making escapism a little easier. Escapes, an initiative to make cinema more accessible, are hosting a series of free screenings of Amélie at select theatres across the United Kingdom. It's the 25th anniversary of Jean-Pierre Jeunet's beloved French classic, which follows a young, playful waitress's attempts to better the lives of her eccentric acquaintances. If you've never seen it on the big screen (or somehow never seen it at all) don't miss this rare opportunity. It will remind you of the magic of simple pleasures - and make you crave cracking the top of a Crème Brûlée. Find out more here.
Bonus highlight: Don your flat caps, lads: Steven Knight’s hit series about a bunch of Brummie gangsters is about to arrive on the big screen. Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man will be released in select cinemas from 6 March, later streaming on Netflix from 20 March.
TV series
Young Sherlock
Where: Prime Video
When: 4 March
The game is afoot! Guy Ritchie lends his trademark geezer grit to Arthur Conan Doyle's legendary detective in this new adaptation of Andy Lane's spin-off book series. It follows an unruly 19-year-old Holmes (Hero Fiennes Tiffin), who finds himself embroiled in a murder at Oxford University that puts his own freedom at risk - and leads to a globe-trotting adventure. While there's no Watson, the series delves into Homes' troubled backstory, tracing the tumultuous events that led to him becoming the restlessly inquisitive genius we know and love.
Bonus highlight: Nearly sixteen years after its season finale, Zach Braff's medical comedy series Scrubs returns with a reboot - now streaming on Disney+.
Music
Harry Styles: Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally
When: 6 March
The last time we had a Harry Styles album, it was the addictively playful pop stylings of 'Harry's House'. Winning three Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year, it's become a defining sound of summer 2022 - but also left fans waiting over three years for more. After taking a break post world tour (to recover and run a few marathons), the British artist is finally returning with a fourth studio release. Recorded in and inspired by Berlin, tracks are infused with the city's electronic music scene, dance clubs, and unique sense of connective buzz. According to Styles, it's a reminder to move "through your life with love" and to "take a break every now and then to have some fun" - someone get the disco ball going already!
Bonus highlights: Shabaka Hutchings released one of our favourite albums of 2024, and now his mesmerising jazz-blends are about to worm their way back into our ear canals with his third studio release, ‘Of The Earth’, out 6 March.
