Body horror and 'Becoming America': The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week

This week offers plenty of entertainment options for those in Europe. For film enthusiasts, the DC Universe's latest addition to its Gods and Monsters chapter, Clayface, hits cinemas on October 23rd. Starring Tom Rhys Harries as Matt Hagen, a disfigured actor who undergoes experimental facial reconstruction surgery, this body horror film leans heavily into its grotesque elements.

Meanwhile, for a more cerebral experience, London's Science Museum is hosting the exhibition Becoming America: How Science Shaped a Nation. This exhibition explores how science and technology shaped North America's early developments, from 1733 to 1790, when George Washington became the first US president. The museum showcases over a hundred rare objects, including a first print of the Declaration of Independence and a map by Benjamin Franklin that charted the Atlantic Gulf Stream.

For those who prefer visual art, Munich's Pinakothek der Moderne is showcasing Conny Maier's imaginary paradise. The German painter's work transforms the museum into an eery and enchanting purgatory, blending medieval art, Expressionism, and more to reveal non-human worlds and our collective fragility.

If you're a fan of thrillers, Prime Video's The Terminal List, based on Jack Carr's popular series of novels, is worth watching. The second season follows US Navy SEAL James Reece (Chris Pratt) as he seeks revenge for the deaths of his platoon, uncovering dark governmental secrets along the way. This season particularly focuses on Reece's grief, anger, and desire for redemption after the murder of his family.

Finally, music lovers can look forward to John Legend's new album, Muse, released on October 23rd. Collaborating with Pharrell Williams, Legend delivers a blend of soul-soothing gospel, hip-hop, and Afrobeats that explores faith, devotion, and intimacy through experimental new sounds.