Children's films dominated the box office in May.

The summer movie season kicks off in May with a series of animated and adventure films for children, alongside action, horror, and psychological thrillers offering diverse choices for adult audiences.

Children's films lead the summer box office.

Opening May is "Shin - Crayon Shin-chan: Chaos! The Rebellious Kingdom and 4 Unstable Heroes," taking viewers to the Rakuga Kingdom - a strange world that exists thanks to imagination and drawings. When this kingdom faces the threat of disappearing, Shin accidentally acquires a magical pencil that can turn anything drawn into reality.

Poster for the Crayon Shin-chan movie.

From a mischievous boy, Shin is unexpectedly drawn into a journey with a group of quirky "heroes," facing a series of challenges to save the world. Humorous and unexpected situations create a fun and emotionally rich adventure about friendship and creativity.

At the same time, "Boonie Bear: The Hermit Kungfu" takes young audiences into a mysterious world of martial arts. Hung Dai, Hung Nhi, and Baldy Cuong must overcome arduous challenges, where strength comes not only from physical prowess but also from willpower. Interspersed with the fights are humorous situations, creating a colorful journey of growth.

Movie poster for "Boonie Bear: The Hermit Kung Fu".

The highlight for families this month is "Doraemon: Nobita and the Castle Under the Sea" (released May 22nd). Doraemon and his friends use their gadgets to explore the ocean, accidentally discovering a shipwreck and meeting the mysterious boy El. From here, the story unfolds with the appearance of the "demon castle" - a threat that terrifies the inhabitants of the sea and could affect the entire Earth. The adventure combines fantastical elements with a message of courage and teamwork.

Furthermore, the anime "Slime: Tears of the Ocean" continues to immerse viewers in a fantasy world where Rimuru must confront a conspiracy that threatens the balance. Large-scale battles are interwoven with emotional moments of friendship and sacrifice.

As can be seen, the animated films released in May are not only entertaining but also build captivating adventure stories, suitable for family audiences at the start of the summer season.

Anime poster for "Slime: Tears of the Ocean".

Adult films range from action to horror.

Besides children's films, the May box office maintained its appeal with many works aimed at adult audiences.

In the action genre, "Mortal Kombat: The Hunger Games II" pushes the story to a climax as the Underworld faction is just one victory away from conquering Earth. The warriors are forced into a decisive battle, where every defeat will cost the world its fate.

Movie poster for "Maverick".

Meanwhile, "Maverick" combines action and psychological elements. The character Maverick continues to face dangerous aerial missions while simultaneously dealing with past traumas, creating emotional depth alongside visually stunning action sequences.

From another perspective, "The Devil Wears Prada 2" explores the power struggle within the world of high fashion . The reunion between Miranda, Andy, and Emily is no longer a familiar relationship but a direct competition, reflecting the ambition and pressure of being at the top.

Movie poster for "The Devil Wears Prada 2".

Notably, the Vietnamese film "Underworld Beauty Salon" offers a horror element as it follows Thanh, a girl who accepts a job at a mysterious beauty salon to save her lover. However, behind the glamorous facade lie bizarre rituals, wandering spirits, and an unbroken curse. The deeper she delves, the more she is drawn into a life-or-death cycle with no escape.

Other horror series such as “Kumanthong Indonesia: Twin Demons,” which revolves around a pregnant woman lured into a ritual of fetal sacrifice, “The Haunted Village,” which tells the story of a group of people infiltrating a haunted land, or “The Guest” and “Hokum,” which explore mysterious entities and ghostly legends, all offer a tense and terrifying experience.

Poster for the Vietnamese film "Underworld Beauty Salon".

Furthermore, "The Mandalorian and Grogu" further expands the Star Wars universe by following the Mandalorian and Grogu on new missions in a post-Imperial era, where remaining forces still threaten the galactic order.

According to CGV representatives, May marked an impressive start to the blockbuster summer season, with a clear distinction between children's films and films for adults. The diversity of content makes it easy for audiences to choose, from lighthearted adventures to dramatic and haunting stories on the big screen.

Hai Yen (News and Ethnic Groups Newspaper)

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