Brazilian cinemas launch new releases on July 2, 2026, led by 'Minions & Monsters

Brazil’s national cinema circuit opened on Thursday, July 2, 2026, with a diverse slate of new films. The headline attraction is Illumination Entertainment’s animated sequel "Minions & Monsters," which arrives in Brazilian theaters and is expected to dominate the weekend box office. The lineup also includes the Brazilian documentary "Anatomia do Caos," which offers never‑seen footage from the Senate’s COVID‑19 CPI and examines the political disputes surrounding the pandemic response.

Other notable releases are the French drama "Nous croyons en vous," the biographical film "Franz" about writer Franz Kafka, and the Turkish thriller "Salvation," set in a remote mountain village where clan tensions flare. All four titles debut together across the country, providing audiences with a mix of family animation, political documentary, literary biography and international drama.

The releases are being highlighted by local media as a significant week for Brazilian cinema, with expectations of strong attendance for the animated feature and considerable discussion sparked by the documentary’s political content.