“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” brings adventure to the premieres

Marvel 's first family hits theaters nationwide with a new remake that's now part of the MCU . This week's premieres also include an international drama and a Dominican documentary .

The Fantastic Four : First Steps

"The Fantastic Four : First Steps" marks the long-awaited debut of the iconic superhero family in the Marvel Cinematic Universe ( MCU ).

Directed by Matt Shakman, the film presents a retro-futuristic world inspired by the 60s, where Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Johnny Storm and Ben Grimm face their greatest challenge: stopping the planet-devouring Galactus (Ralph Ineson) and his herald, Silver Surfer (Julia Garner).

The film features an all-star cast led by Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, and Joseph Quinn.

Duarte Peak

" Pico Duarte " is a Dominican documentary directed by Arturo Dickson and Mariana Rubio Pittaluga. The film offers a comprehensive, geographical, historical, and scientific look at the highest mountain in the Caribbean, located in the heart of the Dominican Republic 's Central Mountain Range.

Through stunning footage and hikers' testimonies, the film explores the climb as an experience of connection with nature and personal reflection. The documentary also emphasizes the urgency of protecting the biodiversity that feeds the island's main rivers.

Jonás Trueba's new dramatic comedy tells the unusual decision of Ale (Itsaso Arana) and Álex (Vito Sanz), a couple who, after 15 years together, organize a party to celebrate their breakup .

Set in Madrid, the film questions the conventions of love and the end of relationships, while those close to her react with skepticism to the peculiar announcement. Co-written by Trueba with her leading actors , the film had its world premiere at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.

" You Will Return " is a film that offers an emotional reflection on the closing of emotional cycles.

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