Today’s quick picks
New movies hit Spanish theaters today, and the slate is a neat little mix: a nostalgia-fueled sequel, a goofy family caper and a claustrophobic psychological drama. Something for anyone who wants laughs, chills, or to watch two A-listers trade witchy banter.
Practical Magic 2 — Sandra & Nicole back in the cauldron
This is the big headline: Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman are returning to play the sisterly spellcasters fans met in the late ’90s. The sequel leans into family stakes — old curses, old wounds, and a whole lot of witchcraft-family drama. Expect warm sibling chemistry, pointed magical beats, and a plot that’s trying to tie up generational baggage while still having fun.
If you loved the original for the mix of heart and whimsical spooky vibes, this one’s clearly aiming to tap the same vein. It’s equal parts familiar comfort and “what happens next?” — the kind of sequel that wants to make you smile and maybe reach for a tissue.
A Perfect Plan — Basement tunnels and a ‘why-not’ heist
Meet the Ibáñez family: they’ve run out of luck and cash, and just when it looks bleak, they stumble on a half-dug tunnel under their house heading straight for the bank across the street. Classic cinematic find-me-a-way-out premise, but in this case it turns into a do-it-yourself heist movie.
With Rufus, a retired pro thief, volunteering his dubious expertise, the family decides to finish the tunnel and aim for one last, ridiculous score. Expect physical comedy, panicked improvisation, and plenty of small-town charm — a lighthearted caper that trades high stakes for big laughs.
The Nest — When protection becomes a prison
This one is the moodier entry: a psychological thriller about Marta, who’s so terrified of the outside world that she keeps her mother and young son locked away to keep them safe. The setup is tense by design — the home is supposed to be sanctuary but it slowly feels more like a trap.
Everything shifts when a man named Velasco shows up. He becomes the mirror that forces Marta’s buried fears and impulses to resurface. The film trades jump-scare spectacle for slow-burn unease, focusing on how guilt, control and obsession can twist the notion of “safety.”
Which one to pick?
In short: craving comfort and star power? Practical Magic 2. Want to laugh at escalating ridiculousness with a warm heart? A Perfect Plan. Need something that will leave you unsettled and thinking about what “home” really means? The Nest.
Whichever you choose, today’s releases give you a neat spectrum: nostalgia, comedy and psychological bite. Popcorn, cloak, tunnel-shovel or a dimly lit living room — take your pick.