Several new films are set to debut in cinemas on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, offering a diverse range of stories from different cultures and historical periods. Among them is "Rose," directed by Markus Schleinzer. The film stars Sandra Huller as a 17th-century peasant woman who disguises herself as a man to gain freedom and independence. The story follows a soldier returning to a small German village after the Thirty Years' War, seeking his inheritance. Sandra Huller received critical acclaim for her performance at the Berlin Film Festival, where the film was showcased. Another film, "Pressure," directed by Anthony Maras, explores the pivotal role of weather conditions in the success of the D-Day landings during World War II. The film features Brendan Fraser and Andrew Scott and premiered at the Deauville American Film Festival. This marks Maras' second feature film, following his critically acclaimed work on the 2008 Bombay terrorist attacks, which was also directed by him. "La Vie d'une femme," directed by Charline Bourgeois-Tacquet, stars Léa Drucker as a 50-year-old surgeon navigating the pressures of her career and personal life in a public hospital. The film was presented in competition at the Cannes Film Festival 2026, highlighting its artistic and narrative strength. It centers around a significant meeting that disrupts the protagonist’s carefully balanced life. "Adieu monde cruel," the debut feature film by Félix de Givry, addresses the sensitive issue of school bullying. It was shown as the closing film of the Critics' Week section at the Cannes Film Festival 2026. The story follows Otto Vidal, a boy who disappears after being mocked by his classmates, leaving behind a heartfelt farewell letter that raises questions about the emotional toll of bullying. "Billie Melody," directed by Roschdy Zem, is a personal and emotional film based on the director's childhood memory of a girl who became his neighbor after her father's death. The film explores the impact of family conflict on a grieving teenager, offering a poignant look at loss and the complexities of growing up in a troubled environment. Lastly, "Les Survivants du Che," directed by Christophe Dimitri Réveille, is a historical drama that took over two decades to complete. It tells the story of six loyal followers of the Argentine revolutionary Ernesto "Che" Guevara who continued his mission after his death. The film features Vincent Lindon's voiceover and blends archival footage with real-life testimonials, offering a unique blend of documentary and narrative storytelling.