September movie releases: the films you can’t miss

Inspired by true events, Pepita, la Pistolera tells the story of Margarita Di Tullio, a woman who became a legendary figure in Mar del Plata’s nightlife scene during the 1980s. Set against a backdrop of violence, police corruption and exploitation networks, the film explores the origins of the myth surrounding one of the most controversial figures in Argentine crime history.

The detail: Luisana Lopilato leads a cast that includes Claudio Tolcachir, Alberto Ajaka, Charo López, Marcelo Subiotto, Camila Peralta, Esteban Bigliardi and Gustavo Bassani in the film directed by Lucía Puenzo.

Based on a true story, directed by Gus Van Sant and starring Bill Skarsgård, Dacre Montgomery, Colman Domingo and Al Pacino. Barricaded inside an office and armed with a shotgun connected to a mechanism capable of firing automatically, a kidnapper begins a lengthy negotiation with the police, in which every minute could end with a gunshot.

The detail: the film recreates the kidnapping of Richard O. Hall, a case that brought the United States to a standstill in 1977 and was broadcast live on television for more than 60 hours.

When his wife disappears without a trace, Fernando leaves everything behind and almost by chance ends up working as a gardener at a Portuguese country estate under an identity that is not his own. There, he begins building a new routine and an unexpected friendship with the owner, while trying to make sense of a life that, in reality, is not his.

The detail: director Avelina Prat’s film competed in the Official Selection at the Málaga Film Festival, had its international premiere in the Official Competition at BAFICI and received three nominations at the Goya Awards.

A gang of thieves has turned bank robberies into a social media spectacle, livestreaming every heist and gaining thousands of followers. But popularity comes at a cost: while a veteran FBI agent and a computer engineer track their every move, the group decides to go after the biggest score of their career.

The detail: the film is directed by David Leitch, who began his career as Brad Pitt’s stunt double before becoming one of the most prominent directors in contemporary action cinema.

A conference about advances in biotechnology turns into a nightmare when a virus begins spreading among attendees and the building is completely sealed off. As those infected mutate at an unpredictable rate, a group of survivors must find a way out while time is increasingly running against them.

The detail: the film is directed by Yeon Sang-ho, the South Korean filmmaker who revolutionized zombie cinema with Train to Busan.

Fourteen-year-old Masha travels with her younger brother, Vanya, to visit their grandmother near a mysterious forest. When the boy drinks from an enchanted spring and turns into a little goat, she must venture into the wilderness to break the spell, facing magical creatures and teaming up with three talking bears.

The detail: the film is inspired by Leo Tolstoy’s version of “The Three Bears” and combines it with elements of traditional folklore.

Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman return as the Owens sisters nearly three decades after the release of Practical Magic. In this new installment, they must confront a powerful curse that threatens to destroy their family legacy forever. The story combines fantasy, humor and magic with the charm that turned the original film into a cult classic.

The detail: the sequel arrives 27 years after the original 1998 film and brings the two popular actresses back together on screen.

After years of feuding, Liam and Noel Gallagher reunite on stage for Oasis Live ’25, the reunion tour that marked one of the most eagerly anticipated comebacks in rock history. This documentary follows the band throughout their world tour, featuring never-before-seen footage of rehearsals, backstage moments and concerts, while showing how the reunion became a cultural phenomenon for millions of fans around the world.

The detail: the documentary was created by Steven Knight, the creator of Peaky Blinders, and directed by Dylan Southern and Will Lovelace, the filmmakers behind some of the most acclaimed music documentaries.

Tad and Sara are now parents, and their adventures are no longer simply about finding lost relics. When a wish made by Mummy alters the course of time, the group must embark on a journey that takes them from London to the Middle East in an attempt to prevent history from being changed forever.

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The detail: this is the fourth film in the successful Spanish Tad Jones franchise, one of the most successful animated series in the Spanish-speaking world.

Cole Reed works as head of security for a powerful businessman until he witnesses his murder and ends up being accused of the crime. Now a fugitive, he must uncover who is behind the conspiracy while escaping pursuers who always seem to be one step ahead.

The detail: Jason Statham returns as both producer and star of the film, a formula he has already used in recent hits such as The Beekeeper.

An apartment that is suspiciously cheap seems like the perfect opportunity for Isabel and her children. However, their arrival at the building soon reveals that something strange is happening with the neighbors downstairs. As she tries to uncover what is going on, she realizes that a disturbing secret lies behind the building’s rules.

The detail: the film stars Maribel Verdú and Sofía Otero, the actress who made history by becoming the youngest winner of the Silver Bear at the Berlin Film Festival for 20,000 Species of Bees.

A simple delivery turns into an impossible mission when a courier becomes trapped inside a hospital where a mysterious outbreak transforms patients into mutant creatures. With no way out, he must fight his way through the infected to survive.

The detail: director Zach Cregger (Barbarian and Weapons) is a self-proclaimed fan of the franchise.

During a vacation, a group of children discovers a tree that connects to fantastical worlds hidden among the clouds. Each new branch leads them to a different universe, where they must solve challenges before finding their way home. The cast includes Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy and Nicola Coughlan.

The detail: the film adapts one of the stories by Enid Blyton, whose books have sold more than 600 million copies, making her one of the world’s most widely read children’s authors.

The origins of the legendary Straw Hat crew are coming to theaters for the first time. In this first One Piece anime movie, Luffy and his companions set out in search of the treasure belonging to the mythical pirate Woonan. Along the way, they must face Eldorago, an ambitious rival determined to claim the fortune thanks to the power he gained after eating a Devil Fruit.

The detail: the screening will include the short film Jango’s Dance Carnival (2001), a previously unseen piece for most Latin American fans that originally accompanied the Japanese theatrical release.

The arrival of a mysterious ice cream vendor disrupts the peace of a small town, where the children are the first to discover that behind every cone lies a nightmare that will soon unleash terror throughout the community.

The detail: the film is produced by Eli Roth, one of the best-known names in contemporary horror (Hostel, Cabin Fever, Thanksgiving).

A famous animal rescue specialist agrees to protect a valuable giant panda, but the mission becomes complicated when a criminal organization attempts to kidnap the animal. Amid chases, fights and plenty of humor, he must protect the panda at all costs.

The detail: Jackie Chan filmed much of the action without using stunt doubles, a trademark he has maintained even after more than six decades in the business.

Brad Pitt stars in this survival thriller directed by David Ayer. After surviving a plane crash in the vast Alaskan wilderness, a Special Forces soldier must face extreme weather and the wild alongside his combat dog. Their only chance of making it out alive is to rely on the bond they have built over the years.

The detail: the film’s true co-star is Odin, a German Shepherd played by a rescue dog named Uber, whom Brad Pitt described as “the real star of the film.”

A powerful organized crime boss is determined to leave the business behind and start a new life. But when a violent robbery sets off a chain of betrayals, he must confront old enemies and make decisions that will put his survival to the test. Starring Russell Crowe, Aaron Paul, Luke Evans and Nina Dobrev, this thriller combines action, suspense and constant twists.

The detail: the film is based on a novel by Thomas Perry, winner of the Edgar Award, one of the most prestigious prizes in crime fiction.

A weekend getaway between friends takes an unexpected turn when one guest turns every plan into a disaster. Amid misunderstandings and increasingly absurd situations, the vacation ends up being anything but relaxing.

The detail: Leslie Mann, Anna Faris, Isla Fisher and Michelle Buteau, four major names in American comedy, share the screen for the first time.