“Forbidden Fruits” (2026)
Not every film can make a shopping mall feel both magical and menacing, but Forbidden Fruits challenges that.

In one of the districts of Lodz, between the concrete buildings, where almost seventy-one thousand people live, a small thorn house was built. This small, wooden structure becomes a place to observe the wonders of everyday interactions.
Not every film can make a shopping mall feel both magical and menacing, but Forbidden Fruits challenges that.
This surprisingly clever romantic comedy perfectly balances genuine heart with wild reality television chaos. It is an uplifting and funny reminder that second chances and real community can show up exactly when you stop looking for them.
The movie makes it abundantly clear that Meeka becoming an official heir is the most likely going to happen. But if you are expecting to see a movie about Meeka’s perseverance and eventual ascent to the throne, prepare to be deeply disappointed.
If you enjoy the bizarre, silly and entertaining world of the horror B-movies and want a break from the nuanced and poignant big budget horror releases, I have a list of gore-fests from the last ten years to enjoy this October.
The power of a talented female director like Patty Jenkins and an overall diverse cast is what makes this film worth watching for me.