French cinema releases: April 15 with Just an Illusion and The Awakening

Several films are released in French theaters on April 15, 2026, including Just an Illusion and The Mummy Awakens.

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The Mummy Awakens, directed by Lee Cronin (Evil Dead Rise), is rated R for its content.

This release offers a diversity of film genres to French audiences.

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