This week’s cinema lineup features three notable releases spanning very different tones and themes, from broad comedy to introspective drama.

The most high-profile release is *Super Troopers 3*, the latest installment in the long-running comedy series by the Broken Lizard team. The original *Super Troopers* debuted in 2001, followed by a sequel in 2018, with this new chapter arriving in 2026. It continues to follow the misadventures of a group of Vermont state troopers. In this installment, Senior Trooper Ramathorn, played by Jay Chandrasekhar who also directs, attempts to prevent his sister from marrying Rodney Farva, a dim-witted colleague portrayed by Kevin Heffernan. Concurrently, the troopers investigate attacks on maple syrup trucks. The film relies heavily on broad humor, addressing topics such as race, sex, drug use, and Canadian culture. Despite the franchise’s previous popularity, this entry has been described as largely failing to deliver effective comedy, with many jokes deemed crass and unfunny.

In stark contrast, *The Summer Book* presents a quietly contemplative drama adapted from Tove Jansson’s 1972 novel. Known primarily for her Moomin children’s books, Jansson’s source material here targets a mature audience through a slow-paced narrative. The story centers on three generations of a Finnish family spending the summer on an island in the Gulf of Finland: a grandmother (played by Glenn Close), her son (Anders Danielsen Lie), and his daughter, Sophia (Emily Matthews). The family grapples with grief following the death of Sophia’s mother, a loss that affects their interactions in subtle but profound ways. The film emphasizes small moments and emotional nuance over a conventional plot arc. Glenn Close’s portrayal of the stern yet loving grandmother has been singled out for praise, adding depth and warmth to the otherwise subdued story.

Also opening is *Love Me Tender*, a French-language family drama that explores complex issues related to custody and sexuality. It stars Vicky Krieps as Clemence, a separated mother sharing custody of her eight-year-old son with her former partner Laurent (Antoine Reinartz). When Clemence begins dating women, Laurent initially responds supportively but subsequently manipulates the child against her. This escalates into a protracted legal battle that keeps the mother from seeing her son for 18 months, highlighting challenges associated with institutional homophobia. The film is based on the autobiographical novel by Constance Debre, whose family background includes prominent political figures—most notably her grandfather Michel Debre, an architect of the modern French constitution, lending a poignant historical context to the story.

All three films are currently showing in cinemas, offering audiences a range of tones from the slapstick and irreverent to the quiet and emotionally charged.