The long-awaited clash between iconic cinema monsters is drawing near. Plans for a high-profile premiere faced a scheduling shift, with the event now set for a midweek night. On screen, a legendary rivalry is being revisited, delivering a blend of epic scale and character-driven drama that fans in North America are eagerly waiting to see. A seasoned director leads the project, bringing together a diverse ensemble cast to anchor the story and guide audiences through this blockbuster showdown.
Godzilla and King Kong: The New Empire
The battle between two colossal franchises is inching closer to realization. Godzilla, already unrivaled in the monster realm, faces a Kong who has evolved into a guardian figure for Skull Island. The new chapter is steered by a director known for bold, effects-driven storytelling and a pedigree of prior universe-spanning entries. The ensemble is led by a trio of talent that includes a renowned actress, a versatile character actor, and a leading man known for his dramatic chops. The setup promises the scale and spectacle fans crave while placing a sharp focus on the relationships and choices that drive this intergalactic confrontation.
The beast in the forest
Bertrand Bonello, a French filmmaker acclaimed for his provocative dramas, returns with a futuristic drama inspired by a classic literary premise. Set in a near future where artificial intelligence dominates daily life, the film centers on a protagonist navigating intense emotions that threaten to destabilize a society shaped by technology. The narrative follows a transformative journey that spans memory and longing, as the lead character seeks answers through a radical process that blurs the lines between past and present lives across different eras, including 1910 through 2014.
Point
In an Argentinian setting of academia and ambition, two professors engage in a tense rivalry that doubles as a meditation on public education. The story is a philosophical duel, driven by a scholar of tradition and a newcomer with European experience who both contend for a prestigious post at a storied university in Buenos Aires. The film weaves humor with sharp insight into the pressures and politics of teaching, inviting audiences to consider what it means to defend ideas when the institution itself is in flux.
Milli Vanilli: girl you know it’s true
A closer look at a well-known music industry scandal arrives in documentary form through the eyes of Fab Morvan. The film revisits the moment when the world learned the truth about who sang on the records and who performed on the stage. It traces the fallout and the consequences, while also examining the wider system of fame and accountability. Morvan reflects on his role in the saga, acknowledging responsibility while clarifying the influence of other powerful players in the industry who shaped the course of events.
Simple things
Eric Besnard directs a human-centered drama about friendship crossing borders between two people with very different lives. One is a high-profile businessman facing a personal crisis on a mountain road and a luxury vehicle breakdown, while the other is a nature-loving neighbor who greets him with warmth and practicality. The film leans into conversations about trust, resilience, and the unexpected bridges that form when strangers come together in moments of vulnerability.
A super monkey king
This animated adventure follows Spark, a playful, powerful monkey deity who must harness newfound superpowers to confront a dark force threatening the world. Inspired by a classic translated epic and echoing the spirit of popular modern adventures, the film blends humor, myth, and action as Spark learns what it takes to be a true hero and guide for others who depend on him.
I hate love: Nickelback
Canadian rock legends Nickelback step into the spotlight with a documentary that examines the double-edged nature of fame and fandom. Filmed over several years, the project digs into the band’s meteoric rise, their enduring hits, and the scrutiny that comes with international success. The members candidly discuss the pressures of being under the microscope, the music that defined a generation, and how they navigate both adoration and critique in the public eye. The story also pays homage to their commercial milestones and the cultural footprint they left behind during the first decade of the new millennium.