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7 Must-See Movies In Theaters This Month That Are Probably Not On Your Radar
Black, Asian, and Latin films dominate October's theater releases, offering diverse stories you might miss.
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Black, Asian, and Latin films dominate October's theater releases, offering diverse stories you might miss. Black, Asian, Indigenous, and Latin stories are taking center stage in October's theater releases with new and re-releases. Originally reported by BuzzFeed.
Your Mother
Your Mother is a Muslim hitman film starring Mahershala Ali and John Cho, released in theaters now.
“Director Bassam Tariq and Mahershala were originally supposed to create Marvel's Blade reboot.”
Forgotten Island
Forgotten Island features Filipino culture and references, released in theaters now.
“It's a movie that's filled from beginning to end with filipino culture and references.”
Pan's Labyrinth
Pan's Labyrinth is a 1944 film about a child escaping fascism, released in theaters now.
“This film is what put mexican director guillermo del toro on the american entertainment map.”
Street Fighter
Street Fighter releases October 16 with Japanese American director Kitao Sakurai.
“Campy and action-focused, street fighter centers more on its characters and video game lore.”
La Bola Negra
La Bola Negra releases in New York City and Los Angeles on October 16.
“Based on the reviews, it's already being talked about as one of the year's best films.”
Klara and the Sun
Klara and the Sun is a drama based on Kazuo Ishiguro's novel, releasing October 23.
“Māori director taika waititi has adapted multiple books into films throughout his career.”
Spirited Away
Spirited Away is a Studio Ghibli film about spirits and family, releasing October 17.
“If you don't know, studio ghibli films are highly celebrated for a reason.”
What it means
Black, Asian, Indigenous, and Latin stories are taking center stage in October's theater releases with new and re-releases.
