Top 11 Must-Watch Movies in May 2023 - Latest Updates

The movie Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3 (Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3) is a superhero film based on characters appearing in Marvel Comics. This is the sequel to the Guardians of the Galaxy (2014) and Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (2017). Moreover, this is also the last film by James Gunn for Marvel Studios and marks the end of this group's quirky warrior journey. In the latest trailer, the movie seems to reveal the tragic ending of some members of the team.

The film revolves around the story of the Guardians of the Galaxy team including Peter Quill/Star-Lord, Gamora, Drax, Rocket, and Groot. In this installment, they will face many new challenges, including searching for the true origins of Peter and Gamora.

What's special about part 3 is the return of producer and director James Gunn, who made the success of the two previous installments. Furthermore, the film is also expected to bring many action scenes and outstanding visual effects, promising to bring audiences entertaining and exciting moments. The movie hits theaters on 03/05/2023.

Release Date: 05/03/2023

Director: James Gunn

Cast: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldaña, Dave Bautista, Karen Gillan, Pom Klementieff, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Will Poulter, Elizabeth Debicki, and Sylvester Stallone.

Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action

Duration: 121 minutes

The film 'Ghost Love: Spin-off' is based on the legend of Nak, a figure absent from history. Tid Noi is a new story about the relationship between Pee Mak and Mae Nak. However, Tid Noi differs from the speculation about a love triangle; he is just a simple neighbor with unrequited and pure love for the girl Nak, the neighbor next door.

Even though Nak later finds her true love with Mak, Tid Noi still supports and respects Nak's decision because it is the ideal he has always pursued - 'Nak's happiness.' The events of Mak and Nak still unfold as we know, but Tid Noi appears as a companion, along with Mak and his wife, to help and take care of Nak while Mak is away.

After many twists and turns, Tid Noi shows his role in the story of 'Ghost Love' in a humane way and brings new perspectives on unrequited love and genuine friendship. Because sometimes, helping the one you love find happiness is also a true love. All will be answered in 'Ghost Love: Spin-off'.

Release Date: 05/05/2023

Director: Pongsak Pongsuwan

Cast: Pachrapa Chaichua, Pongsak Pongsuwan, Ananda Everingham, Rusameekae Fagerlund, Napapa Thantrakul

Genres: Comedy, Romance

Duration: 104 minutes

Chebi: Adorable Big-Eared Bear (original title: Chebi: My Friend Ganesha) is an Indian film released in 2007. The film tells the story of a boy named Ashu living in Mumbai with his parents. Due to his parents' busy work schedules, Ashu often has to stay home alone. One day, he stumbles upon a statue of Ganesha and decides to bring it home.

Subsequently, Ashu is bullied by the children in the neighborhood, but Ganesha, considered the god of luck and remover of obstacles, appears and becomes Ashu's companion. Ganesha can talk and has the ability to fulfill Ashu's wishes. With Ganesha's help, Ashu becomes more confident and starts to make new friends.

However, Ashu later realizes that having Ganesha by his side is not always right and safe. He must face the truth about what is happening and make the right decision to resolve the issue. Chebi: Adorable Big-Eared Bear is a family film with messages about friendship, maturity, and responsibility. The film provides audiences with entertaining and touching moments.

Release Date: 05/05/2023

Director: Dmitriy Dyachenko

Cast: Artyom Bystrov, Ekaterina Cherednik, Fyodor Dobronravov

Genres: Animation

Duration: 90 minutes

The film The Accursed (2022) revolves around the story of Elly, a volunteer nurse who returns home to deal with the aftermath of her mother's suicide. She wants to sell the family's old house and start a new life. However, Elly is haunted by her deceased mother and decides to accept the offer to care for an old woman living in a remote wooden house. She imagines a trip into the woods to temporarily escape urban life.

However, the wooden house in the forest is not the ideal retreat Elly imagined. She begins to experience hallucinations in her nightmares. What Elly sees is the presence of demons lurking inside the mysterious woman she has to take care of. At the same time, the mysteries surrounding her mother's death are gradually revealed.

The Accursed, directed by Kevin Lewis, is a compelling horror film with unexpected and tense plot twists. The actors in the film have portrayed their roles well, allowing the audience to empathize with the tense and chilling situations in the film. The Accursed promises to bring audiences terrifying horror moments and tense moments from the unexpected plot twists of the story.

Release Date: 12/05/2023

Director: Kevin Lewis

Cast: Sarah Grey, Meg Foster, Sarah Dumont, Alexis Knapp, Mena Suvari

Genres: Horror

Duration: 96 minutes

The Mind Manipulators (original title: Hypnotic) is a psychological action film directed by Robert Rodriguez and released in 2023. The movie revolves around a medical worker named Jenibel Heath (portrayed by Kate Hudson), who gets pulled into a criminal maze when her patient, an FBI agent, is kidnapped for ransom. Additionally, the film delves into individuals with the ability to manipulate, distort, or bend minds.

Jenibel must navigate this situation as she's manipulated by a hypnosis expert (played by Ben Affleck) and thrust into tense and dangerous circumstances. Meanwhile, law enforcement, including the FBI, is on the trail of criminals, including a crime boss (portrayed by Chiwetel Ejiofor).

Combining elements of psychology and action, 'The Mind Manipulators' promises to deliver audiences thrilling action sequences along with bold twists in the plans of the main characters. Directed by Robert Rodriguez, known for works such as Alita: Battle Angel and the Spy Kids franchise, The Mind Manipulators is an action-packed thriller that has been in development for nearly 20 years.

Release Date: 05/12/2023

Director: Robert Rodriguez

Cast: Ben Affleck, Alice Braga, William Fichtner, JD Pardo

Genres: Mystery, Action, Thriller

Duration: 93 minutes

Sisu: The Resolute Avenger is set amidst the remnants of 1944 scattered across the Finnish landscape during World War II, the violently extravagant war film 'Sisu' encapsulates profound nationalistic fervor. 'Sisu,' nearly untranslatable, closely denotes an unyielding determination, a resolve that can even defy death itself.

Resolve is precisely what Korpi will need when on his way home with a saddlebag full of ill-gotten gains, he inadvertently encounters a group of beleaguered Nazi soldiers. The Nazis are transporting a kind of 'treasure' (though those captured are hardly treated as such), a group of Finnish women. Despite his best efforts, the soldiers uncover his spoils, sparking a conflict over the plundered prize.

En route to a gold-trading town, the brutal Nazis conducting a rampage everywhere they go discover the treasure and wrest it from his grasp. The war veteran is determined to reclaim all, from debts to vendettas, even if it means taking down every last Nazi.

Release Date: 05/12/2023

Director: Jalmari Helander

Cast: Jorma Tommila, Aksel Hennie, Jack Doolan

Genres: War, Action

Duration: 91 minutes

The movie Rebound: Slam Dunk premiered in Vietnam on 05/12/2023. The main storyline of Rebound: Slam Dunk revolves around Joong-Ang High School, once known for its highly-rated basketball team, but over the years, the number of victories has been declining. Therefore, the school's social worker, Kang Yang-hyeon, becomes the head coach.

However, the remaining talents refuse to play under an inexperienced coach, prompting Kang to search for new players. With a fresh lineup of underrated athletes, the team pushes close to their limits.

A final challenge that could shatter their hopes. At that moment, six members return to the team out of love for the game and are ready to compete in the national KBA tournament. With only six players, the team begins to pursue victory with Coach Kang's motto: 'There's no such thing as missing shots, only counterattacks!'

Release Date: 05/12/2023

Director: Jang Hang-jun

Cast: Ahn Jae-hong, Lee Sin-young, Jeong Jin-woon, Kim Taek, Jung Gun-joo

Genres: Drama, Romance, Sports

Duration: 122 minutes

Originally stemming from a street racing film, the Fast & Furious franchise has evolved into a cinematic universe renowned on the silver screen. Not only successful in terms of revenue, Fast & Furious has also been a beloved cinematic icon for over two decades. Fast & Furious 10 (also known as Fast X) is set to release on May 19th this year, igniting excitement among fans with its new trailer.

In this excerpt, the high-octane street racing sensation of Fast & Furious makes a comeback. Characters like Han, Roman, Mia, Letty, Dom, and even Jakob and Deckard Shaw will join the battle against Dante, all being legendary racers in the series. Dante has kidnapped Dom's beloved young son, Brian, and stops at nothing in the feud.

To continue captivating audiences, Fast & Furious 10 brings forth a slew of eye-popping action scenes, featuring intense motorcycle chases and high-speed showdowns with top-notch supercars. One of the most thrilling sequences involves Dom parachuting his car down from a plane, then facing off against two helicopters grappling onto his vehicle. Moreover, the producers have heavily invested in this installment with a variety of state-of-the-art weaponry, notably showcasing a spherical gadget capable of remarkable destruction in the trailer.

Release Date: 05/19/2023

Director: Louis Leterrier
Cast: Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, Jason Momoa

Genres: Crime, Action, Thriller
Duration: 108 minutes

The Mermaid Princess

The Mermaid Princess, a fantasy animated film produced by Disney, is based on the fairy tale of the same name by Hans Christian Andersen. The film revolves around Ariel, a young mermaid who desires to become human to live with the prince she loves.

Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky

Doraemon: Nobita and the Ideal Land in the Sky is the 42nd animated film in the Doraemon series and the first film related to the theme of the universe. Directed by Takumi Doyama and produced by Shin-Ei Animation. The film is scheduled to premiere in Vietnam on May 26, 2023.