"Check Out the Latest Dutch Cinema Releases This Week"

News - 7 September 2023

Below are the newest films in Dutch cinemas for this week."The Nun II" (2023)nDirected by Michael Chaves and starring Taissa Farmiga, Bonnie Aarons, Anna Popplewell, and Storm Reid, the film follows Sister Irene as she faces the demonic nun, Valak, after a priest is murdered, and evil spreads once again."Sisu" (2022)nDirected by Jalmari Helander and starring Jorma Tommila, Aksel Hennie, Jack Doolan, and Mimosa Willamo, the film tells the story of gold prospector Aatami in post-World War II northern Finland, who faces off against surviving Nazis led by a ruthless SS officer after they steal his loot, unleashing limitless powers within him in his quest to retrieve his find.

"Strange Way of Life" (2023)nDirected by Pedro Almodóvar and starring Pedro Pascal, Ethan Hawke, José Condessa, and Manu Ríos, the film follows Silva as he crosses the desert to visit his old friend Jake, now a sheriff, as they recall their past in Mexico and confront the present when Silva's true reason for the journey is revealed."My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3" (2023)nDirected by Nia Vardalos and starring Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Louis Mandylor, and Elena Kampouris, the film follows the Portokalos family on a heartwarming and hilarious trip to a family reunion in Greece."Yuni" (2021)nDirected by Kamila Andini and starring Arawinda Kirana, Asmara Abigail, Sekar Sari, and Marissa Anita, the film follows Yuni as she navigates societal expectations, marriage proposals, and questions about sex and marriage while pursuing her dreams of getting a scholarship to college.

"How to Save a Dead Friend" (2022)nDirected by Marusya Syroechkovskaya and starring Marusya Syroechkovskaya and Kirill Morev, the film follows Marusya as she finds hope and perspective in love with Kimi, who struggles with his demons, as her camera becomes his last chance for salvation."Totem" (2023)nDirected by Lila Avilés and starring Naíma Sentíes, Montserrat Marañon, Marisol Gasé, and Saori Gurza, the film follows a Mexican family as they prepare a surprise birthday party for Tona, exploring themes of love, life, and letting go."Sur les chemins noirs" (2023)nDirected by Denis Imbert and starring Jean Dujardin, Joséphine Japy, Izïa Higelin, and Anny Duperey, the film follows Pierre, an author and adventurer who explores France via hiking trails despite his physical limitations after a fall.

"A Dice with Five Sides" (2022)nDirected by Riccardo Tamburini and starring Alexander Ananasso, Jake Garvey, Eleonora Cucciarelli, and David Paryla, the film follows Marcello and Herman as they play a game with a dice that involves actions that challenge their fears and desires, leading to a complex journey of choices and relationships.