The films not to be missed in 2025 – Viver

The year 2025 promises to be a milestone in the cinematographic panorama, with premieres spanning a wide range of genresfrom historical dramas to exciting already established sequels. Among the international highlights is Nosferatua reinterpretation of the classic horror film, and Superman Legacywhich aims to revitalize the iconic hero’s universe. Portuguese cinema will also have its space, with works such as Banzoa historical drama that explores the impact of colonialism. Additionally, animations continue to delight audiences of all ages, with titles such as Paddington in the Amazon (premiere in January) and Perlimpse. This will be a year that promises not only to attract crowds to movie theaters, but also to mark a creative renewal in the seventh art.

Paddington in the Amazon

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Already em Januarywe will have the presence of some of the most anticipated films, being a month of great premieres. The 2nd bring us Nosferatuby Robert Eggers, a reinterpretation of the classic horror film that explores the obsession between a young girl (Lily Rose Depp) and a terrifying vampire (Bill Skarsgård). This acclaimed film also features big names such as Willem Dafoe, Nicholas Hoult, Emma Corrin and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. On the same day, premiere Black teaby Mauritanian director Abderrahmane Sissako. This romantic drama addresses the connection between cultures, focusing on an Ivory Coast woman who starts a new life in China. On a deeper note, Cillian Murphy is the protagonist of Little Things Like Thisby Tim Mielants, an adaptation of the acclaimed book by Claire Keegan. This historical drama follows the life of Bill Furlong (Murphy), a coal merchant who discovers disturbing secrets kept by the local convent, forcing him to confront both his past and the complicit silence of the small Irish town controlled by the Catholic Church.

Little Things Like This

Little Things Like This

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Still in January, among the most anticipated films, we have Better Manby Michael Gracey. This inspiring musical portrays the life of Robbie Williams, following his journey from childhood to stardom as a solo artist. In the field of biographies, Angelina Jolie gives life to Maria Callas in Mariaby Pablo Larraín, a film that chronicles the life and career of the greatest opera diva in the world. Another musician to have his story told on the big screen will be Bob Dylan, played by Timothée Chalamet, in A Complete Unknownby James Mangold.

Maria de Pablo Larraín

Maria de Pablo Larraín

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Still in the same month, action cinema it also promises to dominate the box office. Absolutionby Hans Petter Moland, features Liam Neeson in the lead role, while Den of Thieves – Pantherby Christian Gudegast, presents a new adventure led by Gerard Butler and O’Shea Jackson Jr. Already Wings: Code Mortalby Michael Polish, is an electrifying bet, with Scott Eastwood and Sylvester Stallone in the central roles. When it comes to national cinema, Banzoby Margarida Cardoso, is a standout work. This Portuguese historical drama is set on an African island in 1907, exploring the complex relationships between Portuguese settlers and black workers.

Banzo by Margarida Cardoso.

Banzo by Margarida Cardoso.

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February opens forcefully through Sing Singby Greg Kwedar, a powerful story based on the “Rehabilitation Through the Arts” program at Sing Sing maximum security prison. The film follows a group of prisoners who, through theater, find new forms of expression and redemption. For Marvel fans, Captain America: Brave Worlddirected by Julius Onah, promises action and emotion. In the field of dramas, Oh, Canadaby Paul Schrader, delves into the life of Leonard Fife (Richard Gere), a documentary filmmaker who shares the truths and lies of his life in a long interview, revisiting the 60s and the complexities of his younger self (Jacob Elordi). With Uma Thurman playing Emma, ​​his wife, the film promises to be a reflection on memory and identity. Finally, horror gains prominence with Theo James in The Monkeyby Osgood Perkins, an adaptation of one of Stephen King’s most intriguing stories.

Sing Sing

Sing Sing

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March presents options for the whole family, with animations Perlimpsby Alê Abreu, and The Sloth Laneby Tania Vincent. For horror lovers, Michael B. Jordan stars Sinnersby Ryan Coogler, a film that explores the consequences of morally questionable choices. Black Bagby Steven Soderbergh, is another highlight, a thriller filled with stars such as Cate Blanchett, Michael Fassbender and Regé-Jean Page. In the third week of Marchhe arrives Snow Whiteby Marc Webb, a musical fantasy starring Rachel Zegler, which promises to renew the charm of the fairy tale. For those who prefer dark narratives, Edendirected by Ron Howard, is a survival thriller with a strong cast, including Ana de Armas, Vanessa Kirby and Jude Law.

Snow White

Snow White

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Em Aprilfour major debuts stand out. The Amateurby James Hawes, features Rami Malek in an intense revenge plot. On April 17, Bong Joon-ho, the acclaimed director of Parasitesreturns with Mickey 17a science fiction film starring Robert Pattinson, Toni Collette and Mark Ruffalo. At the end of the month, Isabelle Huppert shines in The New Neighborsby André Téchiné, and Ben Affleck returns as Christian Wolff in The Accountant 2by Gavin O’Connor, after nine years since the first film.

Mickey 17

Mickey 17

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Em Junethe John Wick universe expands with From the World of John Wick: Ballerinadirected by Len Wiseman. This spin-off promises to explore the mythology of the world of assassins, with Ana de Armas in the lead role. For science fiction fans, Eliofrom Pixar, is an unmissable bet, bringing an exciting story about a young man who finds himself at the center of the intergalactic universe. 28 Years Laterby Danny Boyle, revisits the post-apocalyptic world of zombies that made the series iconic and features big names like Cillian Murphy, Jodie Comer, Ralph Fiennes and Aaron Taylor-Johnson. Furthermore, The Life of Chuckby Mike Flanagan, promises to be a captivating adaptation of Stephen King’s work, with Tom Hiddleston and Karen Gillan. Finally, F1by Joseph Kosinski, combines speed and drama in the world of Formula 1, with Brad Pitt as the protagonist.

28 Years Later

28 Years Later

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July starts off with a bang in the adventure and superhero genre. Jurassic World: Rebirthby Gareth Edwards, promises to bring a new approach to the dinosaur universe, while Supermandirected by James Gunn, marks the return of the Man of Steel to the big screen. In the same month, animation fans will be delighted with The Smurfs Moviewhich reinvents the iconic Smurfs for a new generation, and The Fantastic Four: First Stepsby Matt Shakman, which finally introduces the famous heroes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. For comedy connoisseurs, The Naked Gunby Akiva Schaffer, humorously revisits the legacy of the classic films in the series.

Jurassic World: Rebirth

Jurassic World: Rebirth

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August brings a touch of nostalgia and emotion, with Freakier Fridayby Nisha Ganatra, a new take on the classic body swap, this time with Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis returning. Another highlight is O Poem of Lamyaby Alexander Kronemer, a deeply moving animation that explores the power of poetry to overcome trauma and hardship.

O Poem of Lamya

O Poem of Lamya

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September dive into mystery and drama with The Conjuring: Last Ritesdirected by Michael Chaves, which promises more scares in the Warrens’ universe. For fans of historical drama, Downton Abbey 3by Simon Curtis, brings back the intrigues and family relationships of the famous Crawley family.

The Conjuring: Last Rites

The Conjuring: Last Rites

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Em Octoberthe month opens with Michaelby Antoine Fuqua, a biographical drama that explores the life and career of Michael Jackson. The Bride!by Maggie Gyllenhaal, revisits the classic Frankenstein with a new perspective. The technological universe shines again with TRON: Aresde Joachim Rønning, while Good Fortuneby Aziz Ansari, promises moments of comedy and reflection.

Michael

Michael

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November marks the return of Yorgos Lanthimos with Bugoniaa work that will certainly challenge the limits of traditional narrative. Predator: Badlandsby Dan Trachtenberg, continues the famous franchise with more action and tension. Mystery fans have Now You See Me 3while The Running Manby Edgar Wright, brings a new adaptation to Stephen King’s classic. At the end of the month, Wicked: For Goodde Jon M. Chu, e Zootopia 2 guarantee magic and fun for audiences of all ages.

Zootopia 2

Zootopia 2

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Finally, December ends the year with one of the most anticipated premieres: Avatar: Fire and Ashby James Cameron, which will take us back to the universe of Pandora in a new visual and emotional adventure.

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