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In the «Moana» sequel, «Vaiana 2», the eponymous hero follows a call from her ancestors. What a hero’s dreams are made of – coming to the Sunrise Video-on-Demand store soon. 

Mohan Mani

January 31, 2025 . 3 minutes read

A trip to the South Pacific in «Vaiana 2» – now available in the VoD store

Island life on Motonui is peaceful until Vaiana is unexpectedly contacted by her ancestors. After that, she has no choice but to head out to sea again to complete her new mission with a fun group of companions. A colourful animation sequel in the easy-going Walt Disney style. 

Tom Hardy in «Venom: The Last Dance» – available in the VoD store from 6 February

In the third and final part of the «Venom» trilogy, journalist Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) has to flee with his alien parasite. However, it’s not just earthly enemies chasing them. The film isn’t quite as fresh and irreverent as the two previous films, but it’s still entertaining enough for fans to enjoy a cool action adventure. 

Ariana Grande in «Wicked» – available in the VoD store from 20 February

Elphaba (Cynthia Erivo) is a green-skinned witch who has to endure constant teasing from her fellow students. Her classmate, the beautiful Glinda (Ariana Grande), initially thinks the outsider is rich and spoiled. Despite this, they both have to learn to get along as roommates. This first instalment of the two-part film adaptation of the novel and hit live musical «Wicked» is a must-see for fans – complete with «Harry Potter» and «Barbie» parallels. 

Daniel Brühl in «Race for Glory: Audi vs. Lancia» – available in the VoD store from 5 February

In this thriller based on a true story, the Italian rally team plans a seemingly impossible feat in the 1983 World Championship: they want to beat the German Audi team – defying all expectations and against all the odds – and snatch the World Championship title away from them. A visually stunning drama that chronicles a motorsport rivalry and stars Daniel Brühl and Volker Bruch. 

Erotic passion in «Emmanuelle» – available in the VoD store from 12 February

«Emmanuelle» is the remake of the 1967 erotic novel by Emmanuelle Arsan, which caused quite a stir when it came out in 1974 as an erotic film starring Sylvia Kristel. The remake, starring Noémie Merlant and Naomi Watts, also features a stylish portrayal of eroticism and is all about a young woman who wants to experience adventure and live out her fantasies. 

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Social critique in «Brunau Park» – now available in the VoD store 

 

Brunaupark is a residential development in Zurich-Enge with five apartment complexes containing 405 apartments. Credit Suisse’s Pension Fund is planning a new building and has given notice to half of its tenants. While many choose to leave the development, some are holding out. Over a period of three years, the film follows these people during an uncertain time and chronicles the way this residential area gradually changes. A Swiss documentary that presents interesting reflections on the way we live today. 

 

Amour fou in «Anora» – available in the VoD store from 20 February 

 

Anora, known as Ani (Mikey Madison), is an American with Uzbek roots who works as a stripper in Brighton Beach, a Russian-speaking enclave of New York City. Thanks to her ability to communicate in Russian, her boss often assigns her to Russian clients, which is how she meets Ivan (Mark Eydelshteyn), the son of a wealthy oligarch. A tragicomic romantic melodrama featuring imaginable and unimaginable scenes. It won the Palme d'Or 2024 award in Cannes. 

Want more entertainment with no ads? These and many other Video-on-Demand highlights will be available soon in the Sunrise VoD store under «Movies & Series».

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