The cinematic slate brings major cultural releases to theaters, highlighted by historical war drama, French comedy sequels, and supernatural fantasy follow-ups. Moviegoers heading to cinemas face a diverse lineup of new features, ranging from wartime strategy to returning television favorites.
La bataille de Gaulle – Liberté brings WWII resistance to the screen
The second installment of the cinematic fresco dedicated to General de Gaulle and the French Resistance, titled La bataille de Gaulle – Liberté, expands its narrative scope across a turbulent historical window. According to reviews, the production divides its action across three distinct arenas during two key years of the conflict: the battlefields in Africa, the underground resistance movement in Lyon, and high-stakes diplomatic maneuvering between London and Washington from 1943 to 1945. Critic Silvia Galipeau notes that the feature successfully balances entertainment and emotion while delivering a compelling, if abridged, history lesson.
Appelez mon agent, le film reunites the ASK agency cast
Five years after the series, the characters return in Appelez mon agent, le film. With the original ASK agency now defunct, the characters navigate new professional chapters: Andréa prepares her directorial debut starring Laetitia Casta; Mathias and Camille run their own agency; Noémie transitions into production; Hervé pursues acting; Gabriel works for a rival firm; and Arlette compiles her memoirs. When lead star Laurent Lafitte abruptly drops out of Andréa’s feature film, Noémie steps in as producer, triggering a cascade of chaotic mishaps. Screenwriter Fanny Herrero, who penned the series’ first three seasons, anchors the script, which reviewer Olivia Lévy describes as driven by undeniable actor chemistry and irresistible comedic gags.
Practical Magic 2 tests the limits of supernatural nostalgia
Following the events of the original Owens family saga, Practical Magic 2 revisits the generational curse where men loved by Owens women are doomed. Following the death of her second husband, Sally attempts to suppress her magical heritage so her daughters forget their powers. However, when young Kylie falls in love with Gideon—who soon falls victim to the curse—she consults a magic book and travels to England to sever the magic at its source. Sally and Gillian give chase, recruiting a London occult expert along the way. Reviewer Pascal Leblanc observes that while the sequel frequently invokes the scattered narrative and chaotic sisterly dynamic of the original film, it ultimately runs up against the boundaries of pure nostalgia.
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