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As the year progresses and everyone finds a routine, film has the power to transport people into different worlds, and 2026 has a variety to choose from. From diving into childhood memories with the upcoming film of “Moana 2” to traveling to a darker future with “The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping.” This year has a wide range of productions that have audiences buzzing with excitement.
The semester is wrapping up, and students from The University of Texas El Paso (UTEP) have two things to look forward to-summer and the movies coming out. For many, films provide a much-needed pause from busy schedules filled with classes, organizations, and exams.
Movies for those who need career motivation:
“Michael”: April 24
“The Devil Wears Prada 2”: May 1
“Dune: Part Three”: Dec. 18
Rachel Cruz, a sophomore studying human resources, said she is especially looking forward to taking a break and watching “Michael,” a biopic about the legendary singer Michael Jackson.
Created for those who need motivation or just want to groove a little, director Antoine Fuqua promises a “spiritual journey” that will have audiences looking beyond “the man in the mirror,” or in this case, the man on the screen.
Movies for those feeling nostalgic:
“Spider-Man: Brand New Day”: July 31
“Supergirl”: June 26
“The Cat in the Hat” (Animated): Nov. 6
“Michael” is not the only film that will explore the life behind a pop culture icon, even superhero movies such as “Spiderman: Brand New Day” and the “Supergirl” movie will give an insight into the struggles behind the heroes.
Students interested in the film industry are noticing those trends. Angelica Gutierrez, president of UTEP’s Digital Media Association describes the current cinematic era in one word: human.
“I think they try to approach it [film] more on the human side of things. We’re all not that perfect. We all don’t have those happy endings all the time, so it’s just coming close to those and so people can also kind of like relate a little more with the story, because it feels more human and more relatable,” Gutierrez said.
Gerardo Sillas, a graduate student majoring in artificial intelligence can’t wait to see their favorite actors on the big screen once again.
“I’m excited to see the new Spiderman movie. I would like to see Tom Holland in the movie theater. I am really excited about superhero movies,” Sillas said.
Movies for those who need an escape:
“Backrooms”: May 29
“The Odyssey”: July 17
“Avengers: Doomsday”: Dec. 18
Director Christopher Nolan brings a trojan horse to theaters this December, as the prolific director is bringing his adaptation of the 8th century epic to IMAX theaters. Much like the savage cyclops, most of what will be in the film has been kept in the dark, leaving many to wonder how Nolan will envision the gods and monsters depicted in the story.
Now, there really is no better place for enjoying a movie than on the big screen. UTEP’s Warner Bros. ambassador, Jesus Guillermo Reyes, invites students to go enjoy a movie at their local cinema, and to stay on the lookout for Warner events so that they can win free movie tickets.
“It allows you to just relax and keep your mind off your priorities, and just for an hour and a half or two hours, just enjoy a good movie and transport yourself into the world of these characters,” Reyes said.
From nostalgia to new adventures, this year’s films are set to give students something to look forward to long after finals are over. In a world that never stops, cinema represents much more than entertainment, it gives a chance to pause routine and experience different stories.
Vivien Noe C. is a staff reporter at The Prospector and can be reached at [email protected]
