September is here, and there are local and international movies galore for moviegoers to catch.
With blockbuster season now officially over, we're into the somewhat lean months of September and October now in terms of movies, as we now await the holiday season.
That doesn't mean there isn't anything to watch though. For one, you can still catch the Japanese Film Festival 2022, where Japanese film fans can watch over 10 Japanese films that will be screened throughout the month. There will be a selection of 12 movies at selected Golden Screen Cinemas (GSC) outlets in the Klang Valley (GSC Mid Valley, Nu Sentral and 1Utama) from Sept 8 to 14; Penang (GSC Gurney Plaza) from Sept 15 to 18; Johor Baru (GSC Paradigm Mall JB) from Sept 22 to 25; Kuching (GSC CityONE Megamall and The Spring Mall) and Kota Kinabalu (GSC Suria Sabah) from Oct 6 to 9.
Speaking of festivals, the Czech Film Festival 2022 will also be making a return after two years, and will be held at Mid Valley Megamall in Kuala Lumpur from 23 to 25 September. The screening is free of charge – you can visit the GSC cinema website www.gsc.com.my or mobile app Sept 16 onwards to get tickets (available on a first come first serve basis).
There are also films from all over the world to watch, from Japan to India, and some notable local films as well. So, get ready folks, as this month, great and not-to-missed movies are about to hit the theaters near you.
Synopsis: Fadil is back in action again as a spy agent working under the National Secret Service (NSS) with a new mission to bring down Chow Han’s evil conspiracy while being hunted down by King Cobra, who is seeking revenge.
Why you should watch it: A treat for fans of the original KL Gangster film and the previous Abang Long Fadil film series. The comedy-action flick is back with more hilarious bickering between the comedic duo Jozan (a combination of their names, Zizan and Johan), and lots of action-packed sequences. Expect car chases, more action, and scenes that might well tickle your funny bone.
Synopsis: The movie revolves around Shiva, a DJ, who gains power and a strange connection with the element of fire, and embarks on an unexpected journey against the queen of dark forces, Junoon, who threatens the safety and existence of humankind..
Why you should watch it: Said to have taken approximately five years to film and regarded as one of the most expensive Indian films ever, Brahmastra is one of the most anticipated Indian films of the year. The star-studded film is the first part of a planned trilogy which is part of its own cinematic universe called Astraverse. Since the trailers were released, fans have been dying to watch the impressive VFX and animations with a fantasy take.
Synopsis: Serving as a sequel to the 2017 film, Confidential Assignment, North Korean detective, Im Cheol-Ryeong, is dispatched to South Korea on a new mission to catch a North Korean crime organisation leader, Jang Myung-Joon, again with the help of Kang Jin-Tae, a South Korean detective and a new addition to the team, FBI Agent, Jack.
Why you should watch it: Featuring big names like Hyun Bin, Yoo Hae-Jin and Daniel Henney in the same movie, the film is too good to be missed. As entertaining and fun as the first film was, the trailer for this one looks as promising.
Synopsis: Two horse-wrangling siblings in California discover an unidentified and uncanny flying object in the skies above.
Why you should watch it: It’s a movie by Jordan Peele, what do you want us to say? He’s the brains behind the critically acclaimed movies, Get Out and Us, so you know what you'll be getting yourself into and for sure, you know it’s going to be a good watch. We reckon it's going to be more yup than nope.
Synopsis: One day, a woman named Choyome Hesogakure claims she is the real mother of Shinnosuke and takes him away to a Ninja Village. There, Shinnosuke has to unveil the mystery of his birth and protect the future of the earth and the ‘tomorrow’ of his family.
Why you should watch it: Reminisce and experience your childhood again, as the classic anime is back with another Shinchan movie, featuring the hilarious and adorable five-year-old. I repeat it’s another, NEW! SHINCHAN!! MOVIE!!!
Synopsis: The most beloved singer in the world, Uta, who is renowned for concealing her identity, will now reveal herself to the world, for the first time ever, at a live concert. What is her connection with Luffy and the Straw Hat Pirates?
Why you should watch it: This year marks the 25th anniversary of Eiichiro oda’s One Piece, one of the best manga series out there, and this fan favourite is a must-watch for all the anime lovers as the manga is nearing its final arc.
Synopsis: Kya, an abandoned child, grows up alone in the marshes of North Carolina marshland, and later develops relationships with two boys from the newarby town Barkley Cove. But when one of them is found dead, she becomes the prime suspect and is tried for murder.
Why you should watch it: What's a crawdad? Well, darn if we know (it's a kind of crawfish, apparently). But this is based on a best-selling novel, and Daisy Edgar-Jones has gained plaudits for her performance as Kya. Besides, we do love a good whodunit sometimes.
