Isle of the Living Dead is a Vietnamese horror film set to hit the screens in early September 2022. The movie follows a group of individuals struggling to survive and escape the pursuit of the living dead to reach the last ferry. Starring Huynh Dong, Oc Thanh Van, Tran Phong, La Thanh, Xuan Nghi, Le Loc.

A zombie outbreak erupts and spreads on an isle in the downstream of the Mekong River, threatening the peaceful lives of the kind-hearted people in the Western region. Cong, a traditional medicine doctor, embarks on a journey with his father and daughter to escape. However, they get separated, and here, Cong encounters a kind family willing to collaborate in the fight against the zombies outside. Yet, human nature is unpredictable and susceptible to change. When greed, selfishness, envy, and cowardice take over, Cong must make life-and-death decisions to protect his loved ones. Who will be the one to board the last ferry?

Isle of the Living Dead is an engaging Vietnamese-produced zombie tale. The film sets off the survival journey of a group escaping the pursuit of zombies to reach the last ferry on an isle in the downstream of the Mekong River. Cong, a traditional medicine doctor, along with his father and daughter, gets lost on the way to a new land. Along the journey, Cong encounters several helpful allies to resist the pursuit of the living dead. However, challenges lead to changes in human hearts, making the survival journey even more difficult.

Release Date: 01/09/2022

Genre: Horror

Country: Vietnam

The film Reverse Time for Love has made a successful debut, breaking numerous impressive records in Thai cinemas. After introducing the first poster and trailer, this 'romantic masterpiece' announces its premiere in Vietnam in early September.

Reverse Time for Love, the film adaptation, revolves around the fateful couple Bhop (Thanavat Vatthanaputi) and Gaysorn (Ranee Campen) set against the backdrop of the Rattanakosin era (1782-1855). In reality, they are the reincarnated descendants of Dej and Karaket from the Ayutthaya era (1351-1767) - the two main characters in the television series. However, currently, only one of them still believes in 'destiny.'

Bhop - a talented engineer who has always thought that the girl who appears in his dreams for many years is his soulmate. When he meets Gaysorn - the young lady with a face exactly like the 'dream girl' - Bhop is determined to win her heart. However, Gaysorn does not believe in fate and consistently rejects Bhop's advances. The couple will undergo a long journey to be together, facing challenges and upheavals in their era.

Release Date: 09/09/2022

Genre: Romance

Country: Thailand

Martial Arts Clan of Meow: The Legend of Hank (English: Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank) is a computer-animated film blending comedy, action, and martial arts genres, co-produced by the United States, the United Kingdom, and China in 2022. Based on the American black comedy film Blazing Saddles released in 1974, the film is co-directed by Rob Minkoff, Chris Bailey, and Mark Koetsier, featuring performances by Michael Cera, Ricky Gervais, Mel Brooks, George Takei, Aasif Mandvi, Gabriel Iglesias, Djimon Hounsou, Kylie Kuioka, Duong Tu Quynh, and Samuel L. Jackson.

Originally planned for release in 2017, the film faced delays in production and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to its official premiere in Los Angeles on July 10, 2022. The film was subsequently released in the United States on July 15 by Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies, in the United Kingdom on July 22 by Sky Cinema, and in China by Huayi Brothers. The film is also scheduled for release in Vietnam on September 1, 2022. After its debut, the film garnered just over $20 million from a production budget of $45 million and received mixed reviews from film critics.

Hank is an adorable dog with dreams of becoming a great samurai. On his quest for destiny, Hank inadvertently wanders into Kakamucho, a town full of cats, where cats typically dislike dogs. Desiring the affection of the town's residents, Hank unintentionally becomes entangled in the villainous cat Ika Chu's plot to dominate the town. Ika Chu tricks Hank into helping him drive the cat residents out of town. Alongside new acquaintances, Hank must find a way to thwart Ika Chu's scheme and redeem his mistake.

Release Date: 01/09/2022

Genre: Computer-animated with comedy, action, and martial arts
Country: United States - United Kingdom - China

The film 'Kisaragi Station' produced by AEON Entertainment starring actress Yuri Tsunematsu. Currently, details about the film have been slowly released by the producers, but a 30-second teaser has revealed the scenery and predominant colors in the film. This only adds to the audience's curiosity about how the urban legend spread on the internet will be portrayed on screen.

Based on a true urban legend in Japan in 2004, 'KISARAGI SWALLOWING STATION.' A girl nicknamed 'Hasumi' posted her strange experiences on the internet at 'Kisaragi Station,' a train station not on any map. The sharing suddenly stopped, and Hasumi disappeared mysteriously. At that time, there was a heated debate online about the truth behind her story. It has become one of the most famous modern-day mysterious disappearance stories to date.

This September, the chilling mysteries of Kisaragi Station will be revealed on the big screen.

Release Date: 09/09/2022

Genre: Horror
Country: Japan

The Hunted Limits depicts the journey of a undercover female police officer chasing kidnappers, putting her own son in danger as her identity may be exposed. The film delivers not only thrilling chases, spectacular action scenes but also a suspenseful mental duel between the two main factions - good and evil.

The Hunted Limits is based on the famous novel Kiroi Jou by Hisashi Nozawa, a Japanese screenwriter and novelist known for the film Violent Cop (1989) directed by Takeshi Kitano. When adapted into a movie, director Lee Seung Joon combined materials from various sources on real kidnapping cases in South Korea to create a film that is both cinematic and reflects real-life events.

South Korean actress Lee Jung Hyun plays police officer Yoon So Eun, who volunteers to play the mother of a kidnapped girl demanding a ransom of 300 million Won. The Hunted Limits puts the audience on the journey of a law enforcer instead of a family member. This creates a significant difference from previous similar films like Taken, Kidnap, or Furie.

Not only featuring exciting chases and beautiful direct confrontations, but the film also portrays an uncompromising mental duel. Every move of the criminals is carefully calculated, making the female protagonist face unpredictable situations. This balance creates a captivating atmosphere, leveling the playing field between the two main factions - good and evil, a feat that previous films often struggled with as the main characters were either too overpowering, or the criminals were too predictable.

Action and crime remain the dominant elements that make The Hunted Limits attractive. Alongside heavy investment in setting, special effects, and breathtaking action scenes, the cast had to undergo intense physical training before filming. Many scenes were meticulously planned, minimizing the use of stunt actors. In addition, the sound department received advice from top Hollywood experts to match the tense atmosphere throughout the film, providing the most immersive experience for viewers.

Release Date: 09/09/2022

Genre: Action

Country: South Korea

6. Feline Odyssey: The Final Wish

Puss, the cat, now can't swagger carelessly and ignore danger as before, having lost 8 out of his 9 lives. With this predicament, the quest to reclaim the 'final wish' to restore lives becomes more challenging than ever. Luckily, his formidable ally, Kitty the cat, and a new, energetic member join the adventure.

After losing his eighth life, Puss is advised by the vet to visit Mama Luna's house - a cat-loving lady who always welcomes new feline friends. Despite her reluctant soul, Puss decides to go there. Here, he meets Perro - a therapy dog in the guise of a cat. Things seem peaceful until Puss's past enemy, the blonde girl and the bear family, show up. It's at this moment that Perro discovers the small but formidable Feline Odyssey worthy of admiration.

Successfully escaping Mama Luna's house and evading the formidable 'bear heads,' Puss becomes a wanted cat with a bounty on his head, pursued by the ruthless bounty hunter Gray Wolf. Now, a 'damsel saves the hero' scenario unfolds, led by the charming Kitty Scott Paws. With Perro's support, can the trio complete their adventure unscathed? Head to the cinema and find out!

Release Date: 16/09/2022

Genre: Comedy, Animation, Adventure

Country: USA

7. Headless Spirit

Headless Spirit (Ivanna) is an Indonesian horror film set to release in early September 2022. It continues the nightmares from the Danur universe, where the headless spirit seeks vengeance for those responsible for gruesome deaths. The film stars Caitlin Halderman, Sonia Alyssa, Jovarel Callum, Junior Roberts, Shandy William. Set in 1943 when Indonesia was still under Dutch colonial rule, it tells the story of Ivanna van Dijk, a Dutch girl who grew up embracing the local people.

Headless Spirit follows the life of Ambar, a girl with eyes that can see things others can't. Ambar senses the past of Ivanna, a Dutch woman brutally murdered during the Japanese occupation of Indonesia. Ivanna, forced to be a Japanese comfort woman, secretly provides information to the Japanese through Matsuya to save her beloved family and homeland.

Unfortunately, Ivanna's life takes a tragic turn as various sad events befall her family. Starting with the horrifying death of her older sister and leading to the grief-induced suicides of her parents. Moreover, Ivanna, once forced to be a Japanese comfort woman, is betrayed by those she trusted. To save her family and beloved people, Ivanna secretly provides information to the Japanese through Matsuya.

Regrettably, that wasn't salvation. Ivanna, filled with resentment towards those who betrayed her, even met her end by beheading in front of the locals. Many decades later, precisely in 1993, two siblings travel to Bandung. During the Eid celebration for Muslims, Ambar and his sister Dika must commemorate the occasion with foreigners. They will live in a nursing home owned by a friend of their late parents. Ambar, with a unique condition, isn't completely blind but has very nearsighted vision. However, what becomes concerning is not whether he can see but whether what he sees is real. After surgery, Ambar's eyes become incredibly sensitive, allowing him to see things that normal people cannot.

Release Date: 09/09/2022

Genre: Horror
Country: Indonesia

8. Ticket to Paradise

The blockbuster 'Ticket to Paradise', directed by Ol Parker, the name behind the legendary 'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again,' features the dynamic duo George Clooney and Julia Roberts, who have previously collaborated on production.

Opening with the 'awkward exes' scenario as the duo 'once-married' find themselves with only one seat apart on the flight to the picturesque Bali island, where their only daughter is getting married. Despite constant banter throughout the journey, they decide to cooperate, avoid arguments, and work together to secure a future for their child.

However, promising as it may seem, sitting side by side, any sentence can be subtly 'attacking,' filled with humor, and the 'offbeat' situations could make the audience burst into laughter.

Also on this beautiful and lively island, along with the future son-in-law, the whole family experiences rare moments of happiness and joy since the divorce. Yet, alongside the amusing situations, there are thought-provoking stories about marriage, second chances, and family relationships from both generations. Will the parents' decisions and actions regarding their daughter's wedding make things better or worse?

Upon hearing the news of their beloved daughter's marriage to Gede - a guy they've only met a few times, the divorced couple (portrayed by George Clooney and Julia Roberts) decides to fly to Bali together to prevent the wedding. They believe that their daughter is stepping into the same mistake they made 25 years ago.

As a romantic and sweet romantic comedy, 'Ticket to Paradise' conveys humane messages and the meaning of 'second chances.' The film is expected to hit theaters on September 16, 2022.

Release Date: 16/09/2022

Genre: Romance, Comedy
Country: United Kingdom

The film is based on a true historical event about the elite female warrior army in the Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful nations in Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries. Oscar-winning actress Viola Davis plays the leader Nanisca, and actress Soo Mbedu portrays Nawi. Despite being new, Nawi, with her determination and courage, joins forces with leader Nanisca to fight against invading enemies, defending their land, and resisting the oppression of their people.

The story revolves around General Nanisca of Dahomey Amazons (an all-female military battalion of the Kingdom of Dahomey) and Nawi, an ambitious recruit. It depicts how they 'battle against invaders who violate their honor, capture their people as slaves, and threaten to destroy everything they have built.'

The film showcases the strength of these women's will and their desire for freedom in a world where men are deemed the dominant players. Additionally, through the movie, viewers can delve deeper into the cultural aspects of ancient times in Africa, cleverly portrayed by director Gina Prince-Bythewood through costumes, hairstyles, and weapons used in the film.

Legendary Queen is scheduled to premiere on 16.09.2022, at theaters.

Release Date: 16/09/2022

Genre: Sci-Fi/Action
Country: United States

More than 14 years after the captivating horror film collaboration between Vietnam and South Korea, Ten: The Curse Returns, the sequel to the original Ten, promises to be even more mysterious, scarier, and, dare I say, more enticing.

The story of the original Ten, released 15 years ago, revolved around a mysterious curse dating back to the French colonial era. Mười, a beautiful girl, fell in love with the talented artist Nguyên. Their passionate affair stirred jealousy in Hồng, who was promised to the artist. In a fit of envy, she hired someone to break Mười's legs and threw acid on her face, deforming her appearance. Filled with hatred, Mười took her own life to become a vengeful spirit, sealing her soul within a painting. Over the years, the curse persisted into modern times.

Directed by Vietnamese-American director Danny Đỗ, Ten: The Curse Returns will unravel the mysteries surrounding Mười's tragic death. The sequel aims to address lingering questions from the first installment and provide a deeper understanding of the previous storyline, offering a more accurate portrayal of the characters' circumstances.

Ten: The Curse Returns is set to premiere nationwide on September 30, 2022.

Release Date: 30/09/2022

Genre: Horror
Country: Vietnam

Avatar 1 narrates the story of the reluctant hero Jake Sully, a former marine paralyzed from the waist down. Jake's twin brother is selected to participate in a gene-splicing program with the extraterrestrial Na'vi to create a new species capable of breathing Pandora's air. This new human-Na'vi hybrid is called an Avatar. After Jake's brother is killed, Jake is chosen to take his place and becomes an Avatar. Jake's mission is to explore and study the planet Pandora. The information he gathers is crucial for humanity's campaign to invade this second lush green planet.

Jake joins the Avatar project, a program that places human genes into native Na'vi residents to facilitate human interaction and research on Pandora and the Na'vi people. The Na'vi, with their distinctive blue skin and towering height of 3 meters, live harmoniously and are deeply connected to nature. However, the Earth expedition, driven by the desire to exploit a rare resource on Pandora, disregards the environmental consequences, threatening the idyllic ecological balance. The Na'vi way of life is jeopardized, and they must stand up against Jake's human expedition. While infiltrating the local community, Jake encounters Neytiri, a Na'vi girl, and falls in love with her. Thus, he is caught between Earth's industrial and military forces invading Pandora and the Na'vi people on the other side. In the fierce battle that determines the fate of this world, he must make a choice.

Jake, a former marine, takes on the mission at the Avatar program due to possessing the genetic makeup of his deceased twin brother. This allows humans to control an Avatar, a hybrid embodiment between Earthlings and the Navi people of Pandora.

Release Date: 23/09/2022

Genre: Action
Country: USA

12. Smile

The movie Smile, written and directed by Parker Finn, is an adaptation of his 2020 horror short film 'Laura Hasn’t Slept.' In the opening seconds, the trailer snippet sends shivers down the audience's spine with the unsettling events during a therapy session with Dr. Rose. Her patient abruptly exits the world right before her eyes, having shared peculiar encounters that only they experienced. 'Smile' is the last action and the final words spoken by the patient to Rose.

Since then, faces with a chilling, eerie smile appear consistently on the patients in every room she walks through. Determined to stop this bizarre phenomenon, she sets out to find an explanation for what's happening.

As the trailer progresses, the tension builds up with an increasing number of victims and shorter intervals between incidents. Experiencing the horror similar to the patients, Rose decides to confront 'it' to preserve her own life. What causes these smiles to manifest, and how will Rose combat this 'death'?

The lead role in the film is portrayed by Sosie Bacon, known for her role as Skye Miller in Netflix's 13 Reasons Why. She has also been involved in various horror projects like MTV's Scream: The TV Series, a series inspired by Wes Craven's Scream, and most recently, a role in HBO's Emmy-winning crime drama Mare of Easttown.

Smile (original title) is set to release on September 30th.

Release Date: 30/09/2022

Genre: Romance/ Horror
Country: USA