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Spirit Untamed

Spirit – Untamed tells about a girl looking for her place, who finds her soulmate when she encounters a wild horse. Lucky has come to his mother, because he doesn’t like rules and restrictions either. It causes gray hair for Aunt Cora, who is trying her best to raise a girl in the big city.

When Lucky gets into trouble once again, Cora decides to move to Miradero with Lucky’s father Jim. The sleepy little town doesn’t make an impression on Lucky at first. However, he has second thoughts when he meets Spirit, a wayward mustang, and meets two local riders, Abigail and Pru. When a heartless horse breeder plans to capture Spirit’s herd and sell the horses for hard labor, Lucky sets out with his new friends to save the animal that has given his life meaning. With the help of Spirit, Lucky has found a connection with his mother and his Mexican cultural heritage.

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Where to Invade Next

In documentary film director Michael Moore’s new film, Moore travels around the world looking for ways to solve America’s problems. The trip brings him, for example, to Finland, where Moore gets to know the best schools in the world. (Source: Finnkino)

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March of the Penguins 2: The Next Step (L’empereur)

The sequel to the Oscar-winning film Journey of the Penguins is a touching and visually impressive nature documentary about the nesting of emperor penguins. The documentary was filmed in the stunning scenery of the Antarctic ice sheet. Directed by Luc Jacquet.

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The Adventures of Tintin : The secret of the Unicorn

Intrepid young reporter, Tintin, and his loyal dog, Snowy, are thrust into a world of high adventure when they discover a ship carrying an explosive secret. As Tintin is drawn into a centuries-old mystery, Ivan Ivanovitch Sakharine suspects him of stealing a priceless treasure. Tintin and Snowy, with the help of salty, cantankerous Captain Haddock and bumbling detectives, Thompson and Thomson, travel half the world, one step ahead of their enemies, as Tintin endeavors to find the Unicorn, a sunken ship that may hold a vast fortune, but also an ancient curse.

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Moana

Three thousand years ago, the world’s greatest navigators discovered the countless islands of Oceania on their voyages across the Pacific. However, they then stopped sailing for a whole millennium, and no one knows the reason why. Walt Disney Animation Studios’ film “Moana” is a captivating animation that tells the story of an adventurous young girl who embarks on a daring journey to save her people.

During her journey, Moana encounters the once-mighty demigod Maui, who guides her as she aspires to become a master navigator. On their action-packed adventure, they sail through the tumultuous ocean, facing formidable monsters and challenging situations. Along the way, Moana fulfills the task of her ancestors and discovers something she has always been searching for: her true self.

Directed by Ron Clements, John Musker, and Don Hall. Featuring original voice actors including Auli’i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, and Rachel House.

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Crazy Rich Asians

“Crazy Rich Asians” tells the story of Rachel Chu, originally from New York, who accompanies her longtime boyfriend Nick Young to his best friend’s wedding in Singapore. Rachel is excited about the opportunity to visit Asia for the first time but is nervous about meeting Nick’s family and has no idea that Nick has left out a few crucial details about his life. It turns out that he is one of the heirs to one of the country’s wealthiest families and one of the most sought-after bachelors in the country. Being with Nick makes Rachel the target of envy from high-society women, and, worst of all, she becomes the target of Nick’s disapproving mother. Soon, it becomes clear that while money can’t buy love, it can certainly complicate things. Directed by Jon M. Chu. Starring Constance Wu, Henry Golding, and Michelle Yeoh.

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Abominable

Teenager Yi finds a young jet on the roof of his home in Shanghai. He and his friends Jin and Peng name the creature Everest. Together, they set out to take the magical creature back to its family in the highest corner of the earth. To help Everest get home, the friends must stay one step ahead of the wealthy Burnish, who plans to capture the creature for himself, and Dr. Zara, who studies animals.

Directed by Jill Culton and Todd Wilderman. As original voice actors, e.g. Chloe Bennet, Albert Tsai, and Tenzing Norgay Trainor.

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Raya and the Last Dragon

Long ago in a fantasy land called Kumandra, humans and dragons lived side by side in harmony. But when an evil force threatened the land, the dragons sacrificed themselves to save humanity. Now, 500 years later, the same evil has returned. A lone warrior, Raya must search for the mythical last dragon capable of uniting a broken country and a divided people.

On his journey, he learns that saving the world requires more than a dragon. Directed by Don Hall, Carlos López Estrad and Paul Briggs. As original voice actors, e.g. Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina and Gemma Chan.

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Dora and the Lost City of Gold

After spending most of her life exploring the jungle with her parents, Dora doesn’t know how to prepare for the biggest challenge of her life — high school. When her parents disappear while searching for a mysteriously lost city of gold, Dora must take action and lead a gang of poorly equipped teenagers to rescue them. A dangerous mission awaits! Dora navigates the jungle with her friends, defeats treasure hunters and solves ancient riddles to find out the secret of the legendary city.

Directed by James Bob. As actors, e.g. Isabela Merced, Eugenio Derbez and Michael Peña.

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Soul

Have you ever wondered where your passions, dreams and interests come from? What makes you… YOU? Disney/Pixar takes you on a journey from the streets of New York City to cosmic dimensions in search of answers to life’s most important questions.

Directed by Pete Docter and Kemp Powers. As original voice actors, e.g. Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey and Graham Norton