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Film Shorts // July 1-7, 2026
By Kristian Lin at Fort Worth Weekly
· July 1, 2026
· 15 min read
OPENING Alpha (NR) Alia Bhatt stars in this Indian action-thriller as an assassin seeking to take down her stepfather’s company selling mercenaries’ services. Also with Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, and Hrithik Roshan. (Opens Friday) I Know Who You Are (NR) The latest Chi
Key takeaway (Opens Friday) I Know Who You Are (NR) The latest Chinese drama by Feng Xiaogang (Youth) stars Lei Jiayin as a cop who takes over his town’s police station on the day the People’s Republic of China is formed in 1949.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The diverse lineup of films opening this week in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex reflects the area's growing cultural landscape. With multiple Indian and Chinese films debuting, including Alpha and I Know Who You Are, it's clear that local cinemas are catering to the region's increasingly international population. The presence of these films in theaters such as AMC Grapevine Mills also highlights the importance of suburban entertainment hubs in serving the metroplex's diverse communities. Meanwhile, the release of Lockbox, a horror movie, serves as a reminder that local audiences have a wide range of tastes and preferences. As the summer movie season heats up, Fort Worth residents can look forward to a varied slate of films that showcase both global perspectives and local talent. The city's vibrant Cultural District, home to numerous performance venues and art institutions, will likely be abuzz with discussions about these new releases.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Weekly ·
Reading time: 15 min
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What is this story about? OPENING Alpha (NR) Alia Bhatt stars in this Indian action-thriller as an assassin seeking to take down her stepfather’s company selling mercenaries’ services. Also with Sharvari, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, and Hrithik Roshan. (Opens Friday) I Know Who You Are (NR) The latest Chi
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