Written by Mariane Tremblay
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Blue Heron
Blue Heron is a film that caught my attention with its festival rounds. A first feature connecting with audiences all over the world, amassing prizes and gaining even more acclaim at each screening. A family drama seen through the eyes of a 6-year-old, the intimacy and tenderness pour out of the project. I need to see it yesterday. — Kenza Bouhnass Parra
Release date: TBA
Bucking Fastard
Directed by Werner Herzog and starring Rooney Mara and Kate Mara, the story follows two inseparable twin sisters who live on the fringes of society. The film is inspired by British identical twins, Freda and Greta, who had brief tabloid notoriety in the early 1980s when they became sexually infatuated with their next-door neighbour, thus resulting in said neighbour taking out a restraining order on them. The twins spoke synchronously, and the film is titled after a verbal slip-up one of the twins made when appearing in court. As a fan of both Rooney and Kate Mara’s work, the dark nature of this film appears both unsettling and compelling, and in the hands of a master like Werner Herzog, I cannot wait to see what the film will be. — Talia Ryckman-Klein
Rooney Mara and Kate Mara are finally sharing the screen, directed by Werner Herzog in a psychological drama about inseparable twin sisters. I don’t think more details need to be added. — Kenza Bouhnass Parra
Release date: TBA
Cold Storage
Liam Neeson, Lesley Manville, Vanessa Redgrave, Joe Keery, and George Campbell make for the perfect cast to get one excited for an upcoming movie. While we have seen Neeson battling the cold in many movies in the past, I'm excited to see what the cold brings his way this time. — Lara Rosales
I’m not entirely sure what this is about yet, but the poster resembling those of classics such as Vertigo (1958) and Anatomy of a Murder (1959) immediately had me. And the cast is spectacular, starting with my beloved, Sandra Hüller. I’m intrigued, that’s all I’m going to say. — Giorgia Cattaneo
Release date: October 2, 2026
Disclosure Day
Unsurprisingly, the trailer for Steven Spielberg’s new movie has made this title shoot to the top of many “most anticipated” lists. I’m thrilled to see Emily Blunt back in a fascinating lead sci-fi role, and it’s looking more and more like this will be one of the year’s most exciting moviegoing events. — Andie Kaiser
Based on Frank Herbert’s Dune Messiah, Dune: Part Three is set to conclude Denis Villeneuve’s run of the franchise. A time jump is expected in the upcoming story. Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Léa Seydoux, Austin Butler, Rebecca Ferguson, and Javier Bardem will reprise their roles, joined by Robert Pattinson, who is expected to take on the antagonist role. Hans Zimmer will once again compose the monumental score. After two highly successful films, expectations are high, and the world is waiting for Villeneuve to seize the opportunity to conclude what may be one of the most epic trilogies in cinema. — Xiaoyi Wang
Release date: December 18, 2026
What has been buzzing about this one? Ariana Grande’s return to the big screen! She’s got this incredible mix of personality, charisma, and humour that makes her a natural fit for a family comedy. I can’t wait to see her shine in a role that showcases this side of her. A reminder that Wicked was just the beginning. — Giorgia Cattaneo
Release date: November 25, 2026
Hoppers
If Avatar (2009) were about humans becoming animals, it would be Hoppers. The movie itself jokes about not being an avatar, but what else could one expect from this premise? On top of that, we get Meryl Streep as the voice of an Insect Queen. Could this movie be any crazier? I'll be sitting in the back row (undoubtedly the best row at the movie theatre). — Lara Rosales
Another highly anticipated film of 2026 starring Anne Hathaway, Mother Mary, which also stars Michaela Coel and Hunter Schafer, is absolutely one to watch out for. The tagline of the film, "this is not a ghost story," is reason enough for me to be intrigued, let alone the cast. The film follows iconic pop star Mother Mary as she is reunited with her estranged best friend and former costume designer on the eve of her comeback performance. With original music written by Charli xcx and Jack Antonoff and performed by Anne Hathaway herself, Mother Mary is without a doubt one of my most anticipated films of the year. — Talia Ryckman-Klein
This is a movie that I’ve followed closely from literally the moment it was in development, so needless to say, I’m thrilled that it’s finally on the horizon. Being offered a sapphic, musical, religious (?), and melodramatic film on the big screen is a gift I’ll never turn away from. — Andie KaiserPoetic License
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Sense and Sensibility
After having been left galvanized by I Saw the TV Glow (2024), I knew immediately upon seeing it that I would be seated for anything Jane Schoenbrun created in the future, and what a follow-up project this is. Starring Gillian Anderson and Hannah Einbinder, the film follows a queer filmmaker who is hired to direct a new installment of a slasher franchise. When the director begins to fixate on the prospect of casting the ‘final girl’ from the original film, the two women descend into psychosexual mania. Given the cast, queer character, the director, and the plot, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma sounds like it is sure to be unique, compelling, and incredibly interesting. — Talia Ryckman-Klein
Release date: TBA
The Bride!
We seem to be having a moment with page-to-screen adaptations of gothic literature (and as a gothic lit lover, I couldn’t be happier). Written and directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, The Bride stars Jessie Buckley, Christian Bale, Annette Bening, and more, and draws inspiration from the 1935 film Bride of Frankenstein as well as Mary Shelley’s beloved novel, Frankenstein. As a fan of The Lost Daughter (2021), also directed by Gyllenhaal, I so look forward to watching this and know that the story is in masterful hands. I always hesitate to form an opinion based on a trailer alone, but I must admit that I’m very excited for this one. The cast, the director, and the overall tone of the film look as though they will be nothing short of great, and I, for one, can’t wait. — Talia Ryckman-Klein
Release date: March 6, 2026
The Cat in the Hat
As a The Cat in the Hat (2003) defender, I am beyond excited to see a new rendition of the story come to life. While in my book it will be hard to top the 2003 version, I think it is necessary for a generation once in a while to get their own cat, Conrad, and Sally. — Lara Rosales
The Devil Wears Prada (2006) changed my life upon seeing it in the cinema for the first time. Much like many others, I’ve hoped and yearned for a sequel for ages. With rumours of a sequel swirling about for at least the last ten years, it’s something I began to think was never going to happen. And here we are! The Devil Wears Prada was a film I watched on repeat growing up with my sister (and still do for the occasional re-watch), so I know for a fact that we will be in those movie theatre seats on opening day. Sequels are always tricky, especially when there has been an influx of remakes and reboots in the last few years. Though with a returning cast of Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Stanley Tucci, and Emily Blunt (along with the addition of a slew of other great actors), there is no doubt the sequel will be one to watch out for. The 2006 film gave us the iconic Cerulean monologue, and I cannot wait to see what the highly anticipated sequel will bring! — Talia Ryckman-Klein
I’ve been largely uninterested in the latest trend of legacy sequels, but I can’t say the same about this one. With all major cast members returning, and a core dynamic that remains captivating all these years later, I’ll be pleased if this movie is even half as much fun as its predecessor. — Andie Kaiser
Nearly two decades later, David Frankel returns with Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, and Stanley Tucci for a sequel to The Devil Wears Prada (2006). This time, Miranda Priestly faces off against Emily Charlton, her former assistant and now rival, amidst the decline of print media, as Miranda nears retirement. The return of these iconic characters is almost a guaranteed box-office success, but what truly makes us excited is Andy and Miranda’s reunion and whether it will result in some new iconic moments. — Xiaoyi Wang
Never in a million years would I have imagined we would see Meryl Streep as Miranda Priestly again, but I have no complaints. The world awaits excitedly and terrified to see what this sequel could possibly bring our way. While we got so many spoilers as the cast filmed in various locations, we still have no idea what to expect, and that's what makes this return so great. — Lara Rosales
Probably the most anticipated film of 2026, needless to say. It follows a modern classic, so the question is inevitable: will it live up to the original? I can only hope so. No matter what, I just know Miranda Priestly’s comeback will be something huge. — Giorgia Cattaneo
This one is really important to me! If you know me, you know how much I love The Devil Wears Prada (2006). I even know the cerulean monologue by heart, and I’ve considered adding that to my CV under “skills” (I’m joking… or maybe not). I grew up watching this movie religiously. I knew every line. It introduced me to the iconic Meryl Streep and even taught me a little about fashion; actually, it sparked a real interest in fashion for me. I watched this movie so many times that the ending of my VHS eventually got erased. Is that really why it happened? Who knows. Honestly, I don’t want to know. That’s the version I’m choosing to believe, because I absolutely watched this movie over and over and over again. It’s such an iconic film, and I can’t believe they’re all coming back after 20 years. Do I have some restraint? Yes, I do. But I’m confident. Most of the cast is returning: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt, Stanley Tucci, Tracie Thoms, Tibor Feldman, and David Frankel is also directing the sequel. I'm both excited and scared, but I can't wait to see what they're gonna come back with... that's all! — Mariane Tremblay
Release date: May 1, 2026
I’m absolutely loving the marketing for this one so far (and believe me, that’s not something you’d hear me say often). Publishing an ad next to a romance advice column in an actual newspaper? That’s how you do it! Pure genius. A lost art, honestly. And it’s a romantic comedy starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, I mean. I’m genuinely excited to see this hot and electric duo interacting on screen. — Giorgia Cattaneo
Another psychological drama is incoming, this time with Kristoffer Borgli behind the camera, a name that promises an unhinged but entertaining ride. He is a master at finding the balance between comic and disturbing. I cannot wait to see what he brings this time. — Kenza Bouhnass Parra
Release date: April 3, 2026
The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping
Francis Lawrence returns with a brand-new addition to the cinematic world of The Hunger Games. Based on Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins, this prequel focuses on Haymitch’s story, whose game has long been awaited by fans. The casting itself had become an internet sensation. The film will be led by the young stars Joseph Zada, McKenna Grace, and Whitney Peak, joined by Elle Fanning, Jesse Plemons, Maya Hawke, and Ralph Fiennes, who will play younger versions of returning characters. — Xiaoyi Wang
Release date: November 20, 2026
The Odyssey
Nolan is set to tackle Homer’s timeless epic, The Odyssey. The stellar cast includes Matt Damon as Odysseus, alongside Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Mia Goth, Charlize Theron, and many others. It is hard to imagine anyone daring to take on such an epic classic, which makes it ever so exciting to see how Nolan will bring this tale as old as time to the screen. — Xiaoyi Wang
Release date: July 17, 2026
While there hasn’t been too much revealed about this film, I, for one, am willing to bet on just about anything Olivia Colman does. Plus, the prospect of her and Alexander Skarsgård as romantic leads is just irresistible—I can’t wait to see the world that this film takes place in. — Andie Kaiser
Release date: TBA
"Wuthering Heights"
As someone who had to study the Emily Brontë story during my college classes, I am extremely excited to see how Emerald Fennell handles the retelling. While many fans are afraid of what might come, I'm thrilled to see this under a different lens with a soundtrack that will probably blow us away. — Lara Rosales
I’m not really familiar with Emily Brontë’s work, but I’ve been eager to watch this movie ever since it was announced. Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi, directed by Emerald Fennell? It screams my name. I know the film is very divisive, both because Fennell isn’t staying true to the original story and because the novel is deeply important to many people, but I find her approach genuinely interesting. As she stated in a recent interview, the quotation marks in the title weren’t added for nothing. She doesn’t pretend to be adapting Brontë’s work perfectly; she’s not making Wuthering Heights, she’s making her own version of it. Like many others, the novel means a lot to her, but she’s adapting the version she remembers reading, adding elements she would have loved to see happen but that never did, because, as she put it, “you can’t adapt a book as dense, complicated, and difficult as this one.” So I’m very excited to see what she does with the story, because so far, all the images and teasers have me giggling and kicking my feet! — Mariane Tremblay
Release date: February 13, 2026
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