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George Almore, a scientist, develops an AI with human capabilities in the hope of reuniting with his deceased wife. Though his latest prototype is almost ready, a new risk awaits.Release date: September 24, 2020 (United Arab Emirates)Director: Gavin RotheryDistributed by: VerticalBox office: $242,195Cinematography: Laurie RoseProduction companies: Independent Films; Head Gear Films; Untapped Films

A sinister couple hatch a supernatural scheme to resurrect their dead grandson through a pregnant woman.Initial release: September 1, 2020Director: Justin G. DyckDistributed by: ShudderMusic by: John McCarthy

Four middle-aged friends test a theory stating that a certain level of blood alcohol content aids creativity. However, they find themselves in a mess after they take the experiment a bit too far.Release date: April 9, 2021 (Sweden)Director: Thomas VinterbergLanguage: DanishDistributed by: Nordisk FilmBox office: $21.7 millionBudget: kr33.5 million; (€4.5 million; US$5.2 million)

Present-day African-American author Veronica is in the midst of the era of slavery at a remote plantation. She creates allies and strives to go back to her own time.Directors: Christopher Renz, Gerard BushDistributed by: Lionsgate FilmsBudget: $10 millionMusic by: Nate Wonder; Roman GianarthurProduction companies: QC Entertainment; Bush+Renz

As the Gods and demons fight against each other, a prince embarks on a dangerous mission to rescue his brother and reclaim a magical armour stolen by the God of destruction.Director: Enrico De Palo

Annie, Kayla, Michelle and Stephanie, four teenage girls who are friends, team up to get what they each desire during senior year of high school.Initial release: October 6, 2020Director: Mike ElliottDistributed by: Universal PicturesBased on: Characters; by Adam HerzProduction company: Universal 1440 EntertainmentWritten by: Blayne Weaver; David H. Steinberg

American Murder: The Family Next Door is an American true crime documentary film directed by Jenny Popplewell. WikipediaInitial release: September 30, 2020Director: Jenny PopplewellDistributed by: NetflixProduced by: James MarshProduction company: Knickerbockerglory

A talented and optimistic teenager clings to a huge secret: she’s homeless and living on a bus. She must learn to accept help after tragedy strikes.Initial release: August 28, 2020Director: Brett HaleyDistributed by: NetflixBased on: Sorta Like a Rockstar; by Matthew QuickCinematography: Rob C. GivensMusic by: Keegan DeWitt

Two high-school students named Violet and Theodore facing individual struggles form a powerful bond that helps them find solace and change their lives for the better.Initial release: February 28, 2020Director: Brett HaleyAdapted from: All the Bright PlacesDistributed by: NetflixCinematography: Rob C. GivensMusic by: Keegan DeWitt