Must-See Film Shorts: September 8-15, 2026

Must See Film Shorts: September 8 15,

Film Shorts: September 8-15, 2026

Nicole Kidman and Sandra Bullock are set to weave their magic once again in “Practical Magic 2,” a sequel that looks to revive the charm of the original film.

Opening This Week

Apnas (NR) – This British crime thriller features Aqib Khan as a young man drawn into his uncle’s criminal empire in Manchester. Additional cast includes Nitin Ganatra, Mollie Winnard, Ash Tandon, Ahmed Elmusrati, Ijaz Rana, Rehan Sheikh, and Nick Pearse. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevine Mills)

Chronovisor (NR) – Anne Laure Sellier stars in this solo film about an academic fixated on finding a device that can capture images from the past. (Opens Friday in Dallas)

Don’t Look Back in Anger (R) – This concert docudrama from Will Lovelace and Dylan Southern chronicles Oasis during their 2025 reunion tour. (Opens Friday)

Don’t Move (NR) – Based on James Murray’s novel, this horror film follows a group of campers pursued by a resurrected prehistoric spider. The cast includes Lyndsy Fonseca, Tom Cavanagh, Hunter King, Rob Riggle, and James Murray. (Opens Friday)

Epic: The First Semester (NR) – An Indian drama featuring Sivaji as a student adjusting to life in Britain, alongside Anand Deverakonda, Vaishnavi Chaitanya, and Vasuki. (Opens Friday)

The Fix (R) – Liam Neeson stars as an ex-CIA operative planning a major heist in Tehran. The film also features Zachary Levi, Annet Mahendru, Grant Harvey, Wes Chatham, Augusto Aguilera, and Elnaaz Norouzi. (Opens Friday)

Haiwaan (NR) – Saif Ali Khan takes on the role of a blind martial artist who defends a girl from a crime syndicate in this Indian thriller, with appearances by Akshay Kumar, Boman Irani, and Mohanlal. (Opens Friday)

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Hanuman Ansh (NR) – This Indian biopic showcases Shobhinaw Satyaa as Neem Karoli Baba, exploring his quest for the divine. The film features Chandan K. Anand, Anil Rastogi, and others. (Opens Friday)

Honeyjoon (NR) – A comedy starring Ayden Mayeri and Amira Casar as an Iranian-British mother-daughter duo traveling to the Azores following a family tragedy. Additional cast includes José Condessa and Tiago Sarmento. (Opens Friday at Look Cinemas Bedford)

The Last Critic (NR) – Matty Wishnow’s documentary focuses on rock critic Robert Christgau, featuring contributions from Greil Marcus, Colson Whitehead, and Randy Newman. (Opens Friday in Dallas)

Mandaadi (NR) – A Tamil-language sports film starring Soori as a champion rower returning to his village after a self-imposed exile, alongside Suhas and Sathyaraj. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevine Mills)

Mighty Mary (NR) – This documentary by Mary Mazzio tells the story of the first all-women’s sailing team at the America’s Cup, narrated by Elizabeth Banks. (Opens Friday)

Parvati (NR) – A Nepalese family drama written, directed, and starring Nita Dhungana, with support from Deepa Shree Niraula and Ashok Darji. (Opens Friday at Cinemark North East Mall)

The Passion of the Christ (R) – In light of its upcoming sequel, Mel Gibson’s 2004 Latin-language epic returns to theaters. While it’s a stark portrayal of the events surrounding Jesus Christ, its graphic violence and hallucination sequences often miss the mark. Starring Jim Caviezel and Maia Morgenstern. (Re-opens Friday)

Practical Magic 2 (PG-13) – Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman reprise their roles as witches guiding the next generation, joined by Joey King and Maisie Williams. (Opens Friday)

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Runner (PG-13) – Alan Ritchson stars in this action-thriller about a driver racing against time to deliver an organ courier (Owen Wilson) to the hospital. (Opens Friday)

Saanvi (NR) – Kesav Binoy Kiron leads this thriller about an IT worker whose gambling addiction leads him into crime, alongside Manasvi Sharma and Mohana Banerjee. (Opens Friday at Look Cinemas Bedford)

Sardar 2 (NR) – This sequel to the 2022 Indian spy thriller explores the origins of Sardar (Karthi) while his son investigates a current case. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevine Mills)

Singh vs. Kaur 2 (NR) – The romantic comedy sequel features Gippy Grewal and Shehnaaz Gill. (Opens Friday at AMC Grapevine Mills)

The Uprising (R) – Paul Greengrass directs this historical thriller about a 14th-century farmer (Andrew Garfield) leading a revolt against the British crown. (Opens Friday)

Now Playing

Akira (R) – A remastered version of this influential 1988 Japanese anime classic, adapted from Katsuhiro Ôtomo’s manga, showcases a young gangster entangled in a resistance against a corrupt regime in a post-apocalyptic Tokyo.

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit (NR) – This Malayalam-language romantic comedy stars Nivin Pauly and Mamitha Baiju as a couple navigating a significant age gap. (Now playing)

Buddy (R) – In this horror film, Cristin Milioti plays a mother convinced her missing child is trapped in a 1990s kids’ TV show hosted by a murderous unicorn. Directed by Casper Kelly, it offers a unique visual style and cult potential. (Now playing)

By Any Means (R) – Mark Wahlberg stars as a mob hitman in this lackluster historical drama about tackling 1960s Ku Klux Klan violence alongside an FBI agent. (Now playing)

Colony (NR) – Directed by Yeon Sang-ho, this zombie film features a biotech professor caught in a pandemic unleashed during a convention, introducing a fresh twist on the genre. (Now playing)

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Coyote vs. Acme (PG) – This inventive film has Wile E. Coyote suing Acme for defective products, paired with a burnt-out lawyer. It cleverly critiques corporate power while delivering laughs. (Now playing)

The Dog Stars (R) – Ridley Scott’s post-apocalyptic film struggles to balance action and character development, despite its strong cast and intriguing premise. (Now playing)

The End of Oak Street (PG-13) – Set in 1982, this film features Ewan McGregor and Anne Hathaway as parents in a suburb transported back to the age of dinosaurs, delivering a blend of thrills and humor. (Now playing)

Fall 2: Deadpoint (PG-13) – The sequel to the mountain-climbing thriller sees friends of a deceased climber tackle a perilous peak in Thailand. (Now playing)

Insidious: Out of the Further (PG-13) – This latest installment of the horror franchise features a dental hygienist who discovers her ability to bring objects from the afterlife, but struggles to deliver meaningful scares. (Now playing)

The Magic Faraway Tree (PG) – Based on Enid Blyton’s novel, this fantasy film stars Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy as parents whose children stumble upon a magical realm. (Now playing)

Mirzapur (NR) – This film adaptation of the popular TV series fails to translate its engaging narrative to the big screen, bogged down by excessive dialogue and lacking action. (Now playing)

Mutiny (R) – Jason Statham stars in this underwhelming thriller about a security expert framed for murder, which falls flat due to pacing and plot issues. (Now playing)

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