Friday Releases: Smile 2 & Anora

Smile 2

Directed by: Parker Finn
Studio: Paramount Pictures

About to embark on a new world tour, global pop sensation Skye Riley (Naomi Scott) begins experiencing increasingly terrifying and inexplicable events. Overwhelmed by the escalating horrors and the pressures of fame, Skye is forced to face her dark past to regain control of her life before it spirals out of control.

STARRING:

genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Naomi Scott, Rosemarie DeWitt, Lukas Gage, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Peter Jacobson, Raúl Castillo, Dylan Gelula, Ray Nicholson, Kyle Gallner
Horror | Mystery | Thriller
R (for strong bloody violent content, grisly images, language throughout and drug use)
USA | Canada (English)
127 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Anora

Directed by: Sean Baker
Studio: NEON

Sean Baker’s Palme d’Or winner ANORA is an audacious, thrilling, and comedic variation on a modern day Cinderella story. Mikey Madison (ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD) captivates as Ani, a young sex worker from Brooklyn whose life takes an unexpected turn when she meets and impulsively marries Vanya, the impetuous son of a Russian billionaire. However, when Vanya’s parents catch wind of the union, they send their henchmen to annul the marriage, setting off a wild chase through the streets of New York.

STARRING:

genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Mikey Madison, Mark Eydelshteyn, Yura Borisov, Karren Karagulian, Vache Tovmasyan, Aleksei Serebryakov
Comedy | Drama | Romance
R (for strong sexual content throughout, graphic nudity, pervasive language, and drug use)
USA (English & Russian)
139 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Rumours

Directed by: Guy Maddin, Evan Johnson, & Galen Johnson
Studio: Bleecker Street

Ricocheting between comedy, apocalyptic horror, and swooning soap opera, Rumours follows the seven leaders of the world’s wealthiest democracies at the annual G7 summit, where they attempt to draft a provisional statement regarding a global crisis. With unexpected, uproarious performances from a brilliant ensemble cast that includes Cate Blanchett, Alicia Vikander, and Charles Dance, these so-called leaders become spectacles of incompetence, contending with increasingly surreal obstacles in the misty woods as night falls and they realize they are suddenly alone. A genre-hopping satire of political ineptitude, the latest film from incomparable directors Guy Maddin, Evan Johnson and Galen Johnson is a journey into the absurd heart of power and institutional failure in a slowly burning world.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

BACK TO THE TOP

Exhibiting Forgiveness

Directed by: Titus Kaphar
Studio: Roadside Attractions

Tarrell (André Holland) is an admired American painter who lives with his wife, singer Aisha (Andra Day), and their young son, Jermaine. Tarrell’s artwork excavates beauty from the anguish of his youth, keeping past wounds at bay. His path to success is derailed by an unexpected visit from his estranged father, La’Ron (John Earl Jelks), a conscience-stricken man desperate to reconcile. Tarrell’s mother, Joyce (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor) a pious woman with a profound and joyful spirituality, hopes that Tarrell can open his heart to forgiveness, giving them all another chance at being a family. Tarrell and La’Ron learn that forgetting might be a greater challenge than forgiving in this raw and deeply moving film.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

André Holland, Andra Day, John Earl Jelks and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
Drama
R (for language and brief drug material)
USA (English)
117 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Sing: Thriller

Directed by: Garth Jennings
Studio: Netflix

Buster Moon dreams up a star-studded spectacle set to Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” in this animated short featuring characters from the hit “Sing” films.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

BACK TO THE TOP

Goodrich

Directed by: Hallie Meyers-Shyer
Studio: Ketchup Entertainment

Andy Goodrich’s (Michael Keaton) life is upended when his wife and mother of their nine-year-old twins enters a 90-day rehab program, leaving him on his own with their young kids. Thrust into the world of modern parenthood, Goodrich leans on his daughter from his first marriage, Grace (Mila Kunis), as he ultimately evolves into the father Grace never had.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Michael Keaton, Carmen Ejogo, Mila Kunis, Andie MacDowell, Kevin Pollak
Comedy | Drama
R (for some language)
USA (English)
110 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Hush

Directed by: Mike Flanagan
Studio: SHOUT! STUDIOS

A deaf woman is stalked by a killer in her home.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Kate Siegel, John Gallagher Jr., Michael Trucco, Samantha Sloyan, and Emilia “Emma” Graves
Horror | Thriller
R (for strong violence/terror and some language)
USA (English & American Sign Language)
82 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Back to the Future Part II
(35th Anniversary)

Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
Studio: Universal Pictures

In this zany sequel, time-traveling duo Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) and Dr. Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd) return from saving Marty’s future son from disaster, only to discover their own time transformed. In this nightmarish version of Hill Valley, Marty’s father has been murdered and Biff Tannen, Marty’s nemesis, has profited. After uncovering the secret to Biff’s success — a sports almanac from the future — Marty and the Doc embark on a quest to repair the space-time continuum.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, Lea Thompson, Tom Wilson, Elisabeth Shue
Adventure | Comedy | Sci-Fi
PG
USA (English)
108 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Hocus Pocus (1993 Re-Release)

Directed by: Kenny Ortega
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures

For 30 years the Sanderson Sisters have been casting spells, now see them back on the big screen for a limited time as we celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Hocus Pocus! Conjured up by some unsuspecting pranksters, a tricky trio of 300-year-old witches set out to cast a spell on the town and reclaim their youth. But first, they must get their act together and outwit three kids and a talking cat.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, Kathy Najimy, Omri Katz, Thora Birch, Vinessa Shaw
Comedy | Family | Fantasy | Horror
PG (for some scary sequences, and for language)
USA (English & French)
96 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Bookworm

Directed by: Ant Timpson
Studio: Vertical

12-year-old Mildred’s life is turned upside down when her mother lands in hospital and estranged, American magician father, Strawn Wise (Elijah Wood), comes to look after her. Hoping to entertain the bookish tween, Strawn takes Mildred camping in the notoriously rugged New Zealand wilderness, and the pair embark on the ultimate test of family bonding — a quest to find the mythological beast known as the Canterbury Panther.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Nell Fisher, Morgana O’Reilly, Elijah Wood, Nikki Si’ulepa, Michael Smiley
Adventure | Comedy | Drama
Not Rated
New Zealand (English)
103 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Allswell In New York

Directed by: Ben Snyder
Studio: Freestyle Digital Media

Three Nuyorican sisters navigate the daunting life challenges of single motherhood, career, and family, all while finding humor and solace within the bond of sisterhood.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Liza Colón-Zayas, Elizabeth Rodriguez and Daphne Rubin-Vega
Comedy | Drama
R (for language)
USA (English)
95 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Remarkable Life of Ibelin

Directed by: Benjamin Ree
Studio: Netflix

Mats Steen, a Norwegian gamer, died of a degenerative muscular disease at the age of 25. His parents mourned what they thought had been a lonely and isolated life, when they started receiving messages from online friends around the world.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Mats Steen
Documentary | Animation | Biography | International
PG-13 (for brief strong language)
Norway (Norwegian, English, & Danish)
106 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Devil’s Climb

Directed by: Renan Ozturk
Studio: National Geographic

Follow renowned rock climbers Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell on a 2,600-mile expedition to tackle one of the most daunting challenges of their careers: summiting the infamous Devils Thumb. The Devils Thumb is a sinister tower of ice-plastered granite deep in the wilderness of southeast Alaska and is known as one of the most dangerous mountains in North America. For Alex Honnold, this climb is among the greatest adventures of his life, a testament to his relentless drive to achieve the impossible. For his best friend, Tommy Caldwell, it’s a chance to make a heroic comeback after a career-threatening Achilles injury. The friends undertake an epic journey to the Devils Thumb, traveling by bicycle, sailboat and on foot through the American West, Canada and Alaska. Witness the extraordinary courage and pulse-pounding climbing as the two attempt to accomplish the first-ever, single-day traverse of all five peaks of the Devils Thumb massif — and push their bodies and bond to the absolute limit.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Tommy Caldwell, Alex Honnold
Documentary | Thriller
Not Rated
USA | UK (English)
75 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Die Alone

Directed by: Lowell Dean
Studio: Quiver Distribution

Lost in a world reclaimed by nature and overrun by mysterious creatures, a young man with amnesia teams up with an eccentric survivalist to find his missing girlfriend.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Carrie-Anne Moss, Douglas Smith, Frank Grillo
Horror | International | Thriller
TV-MA
Canada (English)
91 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Line

Directed by: Ethan Berger
Studio: Utopia

The Line is a campus thriller that plunges into the dangerous world of college fraternities and blind adherence to tradition. Alex Wolff stars as Tom, a scholarship student desperate to break free from his working-class background who is charmed by the prestigious KNA fraternity’s promises of high social status and alumni connections that open doors. But upon beginning a romance with Annabelle (Halle Bailey), a classmate outside of his social circle, and the manipulative schemes of his fraternity president (Lewis Pullman) unfolding during the hazing of new members, Tom finds himself ensnared in a perilous game of ambition and loyalty.

STARRING:

genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Alex Wolff, Lewis Pullman, Halle Bailey, Austin Abrams, Angus Cloud, Bo Mitchell, Denise Richards, Cheri Oteri, Scoot McNairy and John Malkovich
Drama
Not Rated
USA (English)
100 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

I Will Never Leave You Alone

Directed by: DW Medoff
Studio: Dark Sky Films

Richard is a mute who is on parole from prison and has been released into the mandatory custody of a superstitious real estate investor who pays him to stay alone in a haunted house for six days to rid it of evil spirits. This is his chance to return to a normal life, but there’s a dark catch: if he fails to stay all six nights, the investor will send him back to prison. Once on the isolated property, Richard finds a creepy, old doll that unleashes the evil spirit of a witch murdered on the property centuries ago. The witch haunts him and eventually tortures him using the painful memories that led him to prison. Pushed to his limit after a few days, he can’t leave or stay. Unable to ask for help or even scream, Richard is trapped and alone, struggling to cope with haunting as it destroys his reality. There’s no telling what Richard will do if the witch-ghost fully invades his mind.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Kenneth Trujillo, Katerina Eichenberger, Christopher Genovese, Emma Anne Wedemeyer, Kimberly Maxwell
Horror
Not Rated
USA (English)
93 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Rippy

Directed by: Ryan Coonan
Studio: Capelight Pictures

When locals in a country town start being killed by a zombie kangaroo, the local sheriff must face her past and work with her eccentric uncle to defeat the beast before it kills everyone.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Michael Biehn, Tom Block, Garvin Boll Schieble, Don Bridges, Aaron Davison, Russ Gallagher, Liam Greinke
Horror | International | Mystery | Thriller
Not Rated
Australia (English)
83 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Louder: The Soundtrack Change

Directed by: Kristi Jacobson
Studio: HBO Max

Multi-platinum recording artist, actress, and entrepreneur Selena Gomez and New York Times bestselling author and political activist Stacey Abrams formed a unique bond during the 2020 presidential election, and, on the eve of another election, this film marks a new collaboration for the duo. The documentary champions the brave, bold, and unapologetic actions, both sung and spoken, of some of the most iconic female musicians of all time. The film is an emotional and inspiring journey filled with stunning archival footage, revealing interviews, and personal accounts from a powerful group of fearless female artists — from present-day Rhiannon Giddens summoning deep-rooted emotions on a banjo, to H.E.R. processing her grief through her powerful 2020 ballad “I Can’t Breathe,” to Melissa Etheridge bravely coming out on TV at the peak of early 1990s homophobia, to Mickey Guyton’s present-day struggles as a Black woman in country music. Guided by esteemed journalists, including J Wortham, Puja Patel, and Clover Hope, we are also reminded of the groundbreaking women of 90s hip-hop, highlighting artists like Queen Latifah and Salt-N-Pepa, as well as an interview with Kathleen Hanna whose “Rebel Girl” reflected the rage and anger of the Riot GRRRL movement. Gomez and Abrams passionately credit the legendary musicians Linda Ronstadt and Tracy Chapman for blazing the trails that provided them their motivation for their work.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Stacey Abrams, Melissa Etheridge, Selena Gomez, H.E.R., Chaka Khan, Linda Ronstadt
Documentary | Music
Not Rated
USA (English)
61 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Fall (2008 Re-Release)

Directed by: Tarsem Singh
Studio: Roadside Attractions

A bedridden patient (Lee Pace) captivates a hospitalized girl (Catinca Untaru) with a fantastic tale involving heroes, mystics and villains on a desert island.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Lee Pace, Catinca Untaru, Justine Waddell
Adventure | Drama | Fantasy
R (for some violent images)
USA | South Africa | India (English, Romanian, & Latin)
117 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Union

Directed by: Stephen Maing & Brett Story
Studio: Level Ground Productions

Through intimate cinema vérité, UNION chronicles the extraordinary efforts of an unlikely group of warehouse workers as they launch a grassroots union campaign at an Amazon fulfillment center in Staten Island, New York. Led by the charismatic but underestimated Chris Smalls, the diverse band of workers start the Amazon Labor Union (ALU) and embark on a journey against one of the largest and most powerful companies in the world. The odds are stacked against them, as the group finds itself up against a tech industry giant with unlimited resources, without major support from national unions or politicians, and while navigating internal divisions within their own ranks. Filmmakers Brett Story and Stephen Maing document the struggle from day one, offering a gripping human drama about the fight for power and dignity in today’s globalized economic landscape.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Chris Smalls, Angelika Maldonado, Connor Spence, Derrick Palmer, Jason Anthony
Documentary
Not Rated
USA (English)
100 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Between The Beats

Directed by: Martin O’Brien
Studio: Gravitas Ventures

San Francisco was the epicenter of the American rave scene and witnessed some legendary events that began in the early ’90s. These all-night electronic-music dance parties attracted a diverse cross-section of people. Culturally iconic and socially important, the parties became a catalyst in the lives of so many of the people who experienced them, many of whom went on to become huge players in Silicon Valley, the global dance music scene, and the world of activism. Energetic and inspiring, ‘Between The Beats’ examines the do-it-yourself mentality and psychedelic community spirit that the San Francisco Bay Area rave scene epitomized.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Brian Behlendorf, Sharon Buck, DJ Dan, DJ Doc, DJ Garth
Documentary
Not Rated
USA (English)
89 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Stoic

Directed by: Jon Eckersley
Studio: Saban Films

After a group of mercenaries raid a gang’s den, they flee to a country hideout with two hostages. A Stoic, a member of a criminal clan, enraged about the women’s capture, attacks the mercenaries. The conflict escalates into an explosive showdown between the Stoic and the mercenaries’ ruthless boss determined to kill him.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Scott Wright, Jason Flemyng, Bruce Payne, Rocci Boy Williams, Paul Preston
International | Thriller
R (for violence, language, some drug material and brief gore)
UK (English)
96 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara

Directed by: Erin Lee Carr
Studio: Hulu

Tegan and Sara ascended to global fame as one of the most influential queer indie rock bands of their generation. They worked hard to cultivate an inclusive and passionate fanbase around the world. Listeners were drawn to the duo’s beautifully confessional lyrics, but there was more than just the music. Fans found within the community the only safe space to come out and be queer during a time when few bands would declare allyship, let alone celebrate their own queer identity. But a bad actor took advantage of the community’s trust and comfort. Tegan and Sara’s world turned upside down when Tegan’s personal files were hacked in 2011, revealing the dark side of fame and fandom. This is a sprawling yet intimate story of how Tegan’s identity was stolen and weaponized in a complex catfish scheme to ensnare members of this community. The film is an examination of the severe ripple effect of mistrust, anxiety, and self-doubt that resulted from Fegan’s (Fake Tegan) actions.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Lindsey Byrnes, Sara Quin, Tegan Quin
Documentary
TV-MA
USA (English)
99 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Killer Influence

Directed by: Abel Danan
Studio: Samuel Goldwyn Films

In the summer, Alex, a successful influencer, invites a few friends to her isolated country house. One night, after a live video stream, they are visited by an insistent stalker…. The start of a night they’ll never forget.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Marilou Aussilloux, Ouidad Elma, Alix Gavoille, Lea Julian, Joy Rieger
Horror | International
Not Rated
France (English)
84 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

High Tide

Directed by: Marco Calvani
Studio: Strand Releasing

Heartbroken and adrift, undocumented Brazilian immigrant Lourenço searches for purpose in the queer mecca of Provincetown. As the summer season comes to a fade, he sparks an intense and unexpected romance with Maurice. Together, the two reconcile the pasts they’ve left behind and their uncertain futures.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Marco Pigossi, James Bland, Marisa Tomei, and Bill Irwin
Drama | Romance
R (for sexual content, graphic nudity, drug use and language)
USA (English & Portuguese)
101 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

You & I

Directed by: Summer Shelton
Studio: Slated

An unexpected meeting brings former flames Sara and Joseph together for a weekend where they have an opportunity to explore the “What if’s?” that could have been with the one that got away.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Summer Shelton, Clayne Crawford, Ashley Shelton, Linds Edwards, Shirlette Ammons
Romance
Not Rated
USA (Russian)
83 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Panda Plan

Directed by: Zhang Luan
Studio: Well Go USA Entertainment

Soon after legendary kung fu star Jackie Chan is invited to adopt a beloved zoo panda named Hu Hu, a notorious international crime syndicate sets its sights on the bear and offers a massive bounty for his capture. Faced with this sudden crisis, Jackie enlists the help of his agent and Hu Hu’s fiercely dedicated caretaker, leading the trio on an outrageous and unforgettable adventure as they seek to outsmart–and outkick–the bad guys at every turn.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Jackie Chan, Xiang Wei, Ce Shi, Danny Ray, Andy Friend
Action | Adventure | Comedy | International
Not Rated
China (Mandarin)
99 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Green Night

Directed by: Han Shuai
Studio: Film Movement

Trapped in a cycle of oppression, Chinese immigrant Jin Xia (Fan Bingbing) works in customs at South Korea’s Incheon Airport, where she encounters a mysterious green-haired girl (Lee Joo-young) acting suspiciously at the security checkpoint. Overcome by the unspoken attraction between them, she takes the enigmatic stranger home only to uncover her involvement in a deadly drug trafficking ring. After the two end up killing Xia’s abusive husband, the pair go on the run, but when Xia returns to the crime scene to retrieve the drugs the green-haired girl left behind, their plans for finding freedom together take a dangerous turn.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Bingbing Fan, Lee Joo-young, Kim Yeong-ho
Crime | Drama | International
Not Rated
China (Chinese, Korean, & Mandarin)
92 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

MadS

Directed by: David Moreau
Studio: Shudder

Eighteen year old Romain has just graduated and makes a stop at his dealer’s place to try a new pill. As he heads off to a party, he sees an injured woman on the side of the road and decides to help her, but when she gets in his car, she suddenly smashes her own head against the dashboard, bleeding out until she dies. Is this a bad trip? Or is it something else? One thing is for sure, it’s only the beginning of the night.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Lucille Guillaume, Laurie Pavy, Milton Riche, Lewkowski Yovel, Sasha Rudakowa
Horror | International | Thriller
Not Rated
France (French)
86 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Shadow Strays

Directed by: Timo Tjahjanto
Studio: Netflix

After nearly botching a mission, Codename 13, a prodigal assassin found herself suspended from further duties. The killer teen meets Monji, a young boy who lost his mother to a crime syndicate. When Monji disappeared, 13 turned on setting a path of destruction to find her only friend… even at the cost of defying her mentor and the organization she belongs to; The Shadows.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Aurora Ribero, Hana Malasan, Taskya Namya, Agra Piliang, Andri Mashadi
Action | Crime | Thriller
TV-MA
USA | Indonesia (Indonesian, English, Japanese, & Chinese)
144 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Quantum Suicide

Directed by: Gerrit Van Woudenberg
Studio: Buffalo 8

A physicist on a quest for the “Theory of Everything” builds a particle accelerator and begins his research into the nature of reality. In the process of his experiments he suffers radiation poisoning, loses his vision and alienates his partner. In his obsession he finds clarity and the key to understanding our reality, but there is one final test he must perform.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Andrew Rogerson, Kate Totten, Kennedy Montano, David Skulski, Stephanie Jaskot
Drama | International | Sci-Fi | Thriller
Not Rated
Canada (English)
87 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Kensuke’s Kingdom

Directed by: Neil Boyle & Kirk Hendry
Studio: Blue Fox Entertainment

A young boy and his family set off on a sailing trip of a lifetime until a violent storm erupts, sweeping Michael and his dog overboard. After washing up on a remote island, terrified, they struggle to survive and adjust to life alone, One day, Michael discovers he is not alone when he is confronted by a mysterious Japanese man who has lived there secretly since World War II, angry that Michael has arrived. However, as dangerous invaders threaten their fragile island paradise, Michael and the old man, Kensuke, join forces to save their secret world.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Cillian Murphy, Sally Hawkins, Raffey Cassidy, Ken Watanabe, Aaron MacGregor
Animation | Adventure | International
PG (for violence, thematic content and peril)
UK | Luxembourg | France (English & Japanese)
85 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Once Again (For The Very First Time)

Directed by: Boaz Yakin
Studio: Indican Pictures

Repetition is an illusion. Everything is always new. Legendary street dancer DeRay and spoken-word poet and battle rapper Naima explore a powerful love built on recognition and trauma that contains both the potential for inspiration and destruction. Take an electrifying journey through the vibrant and impressionistic experience of their relationship to each other and through their own creative personal voyages in this hip-hop fantasia that opens a door into the choices we all make in our lives.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Jeroboam Bozeman, Jennifer Merin, Mecca Verdell, Emma Faith Bullard, Dupree Francois Porter
Drama | Music | Romance
Not Rated
USA (English)
106 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Ghost Game

Directed by: Jill Gevargizian
Studio: Epic Pictures

As part of an internet challenge to live undetected in a stranger’s home, a daring couple target an infamous haunted house and endure a series of chilling incidents as they witness a family descending into madness.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Kia Dorsey, Zaen Haidar, Aidan Hughes, Vienna Maas, Emily Bennett
Horror | Thriller
Not Rated
USA (English)
86 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Taeyong: TY Track in Cinemas

Directed by: —
Studio: Trafalgar Releasing

Experience the unparalleled talent of NCT’s TAEYONG in his first solo concert ‘TY TRACK’ on the big screen! Dive into the mesmerizing world of TAEYONG, experiencing his diverse music and captivating performances. ‘TY TRACK’ presents a stunning array of music and vibrant stages that showcase TAEYONG’s unique artistic vision, all presented on a cinematic scale. Witness the journey behind the scenes as TAEYONG prepares for his groundbreaking concert. Step onto the stage with him, and hear the heartfelt stories he has longed to share. ‘TAEYONG: TY TRACK IN CINEMAS’ is a deep dive into the music, the artist, and the incredible journey that has shaped his path.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Cocoa Brown, Emelina Adams, Jay Reeves, Adrian Lockett, Leland B. Martin
Documentary | International | Music
Not Rated
South Korea (Korean)
96 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

The Burmese Harp
(1956 Re-Release)

Directed by: Kon Ichikawa
Studio: Brandon Films

Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, often for the Oscar-winning 1938 film starring Spencer Tracy about Flanagan’s groundbreaking child welfare organization. But the story extends far beyond that, to a man whose name and legacy are still well-known as far as Germany and Japan. Flanagan gained influence and admiration over the course of his life from Presidents, CEOs, celebrities and more, but none mattered more to him than that of the children for whom he tirelessly worked. A sobering reminder of this was during WWII, as Flanagan saw droves of former Boys Town citizens go off to war. In fact, so many former Boys Town boys named Father Flanagan as their next of kin that the American War Dads Association named him as America’s No. 1 War Dad. Father Flanagan was a hero for his times, and for ours, too: his approach to child welfare remains a top influence in the field, and his frequent outspokenness against injustice showed he was always willing to tell the truth, regardless of risk.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Rentarô Mikuni, Shôji Yasui, Tatsuya Mihashi, Jun Hamamura, Taketoshi Naitô
Drama | Music | War
Not Rated
Japan (Japanese, English, & Burmese)
116 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Gracie & Pedro: Pets to the Rescue

Directed by: Kevin Donovan & Gottfried Roodt
Studio: Second Chance Productions

Gracie and Pedro, two beloved pets who don’t get along, are thrown into an unexpected adventure after being separated from their family during a cross-country move. Stranded in an unfamiliar land, pampered show dog Gracie and street-smart alley cat Pedro must put aside their differences and rely on each other to find their way home. Along their journey, they meet colorful characters and face daunting obstacles, ultimately discovering their shared determination and love for their family.

STARRING:

genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

BACK TO THE TOP

Carnage For Christmas

Directed by: Alice Maio Mackay
Studio: Dark Star Pictures

When true-crime podcaster and sleuth transwoman Lola visits her hometown at Christmas for the first time since running away and transitioning, the vengeful ghost of a historical murderer and urban legend seemingly arises to kill again.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Chris Asimos, Dominique Booth, Betsey Brown, Olivia Deeble, Molly Ferguson
Comedy | Drama | Horror | Mystery
Not Rated
Australia (English)
70 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Critical Acclaim

Directed by: John Martoccia
Studio: Anthony Stella Productions

In a relentless battle against alcoholism, a struggling Italian-American filmmaker embarks on a perilous journey that forces him to confront his inner demons and fight against the imminent self-destruction threatening to consume him.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Robert Funaro, Paul Borghese, Emma Hullar, William DeMeo, Ronnie Marmo, Ernest Mingione
Drama
Not Rated
USA (English)
80 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Gonzo for Democracy

Directed by: Lauren Windsor
Studio: The Undercurrent

Follow gonzo journalist Lauren Windsor on her quest across America to expose election deniers and impending threats to democracy ahead of the 2024 election, connecting the dots in exclusive reporting with coup attorneys Rudy Giuliani, John Eastman, and Cleta Mitchell; politicians like Tommy Tuberville, Ted Cruz, and Ron Johnson; and Trump enablers Justice Sam Alito, Roger Stone, and many others. We will encounter politicians, celebrities, and media personalities as we figure out how we got to the January 6 insurrection, how we make sure it never happens again, and the threats that loom ahead if we fail to heed the warnings of autocracy.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

George Conway, Jimmy Gomez, Kathy Griffin, Keith Olbermann
Documentary
Not Rated
USA (English)
73 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Tom Petty: Heartbreakers Beach Party

Directed by: Cameron Crowe, Doug Dowdle, & Phil Savenick
Studio: Trafalgar Releasing

In 2024, the long-thought lost 16mm reels of Tom Petty in Cameron Crowe’s first film, “Heartbreakers Beach Party”, were finally found. The classic ’80s documentary captures Tom Petty and the band in 1982-1983 as they finish, promote, and tour around the “Long After Dark” album (their final with legendary producer Jimmy Iovine). After its initial airing on MTV in 1983, the film was deemed too experimental and abruptly pulled from the air. In more than 40 years since, it has become folklore to fans, musicians and within the entertainment industry — even credited with inspiring scenes in Spinal Tap. The highly anticipated and fully remastered “Heartbreakers Beach Party” is a fun, candid, fast paced, and musically rich ride with America’s greatest rock & roll band, a time capsule of the dawn of the MTV era, and a rare and shining glimpse into Tom Petty’s lasting creative genius.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Mike Campbell, Cameron Crowe, Benmont Tench, Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers
Documentary
Not Rated
USA (English)
90 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

Stolen Time

Directed by: Helene Klodawsky
Studio: Intuitive Pictures

A compelling call for justice, Stolen Time follows charismatic elder rights lawyer Melissa Miller as she takes on the corporate for-profit nursing-home industry–an industry notorious for its lack of transparency and accountability. As the legal battle unfolds, families, frontline caregivers and change-makers chronicle an urgent crisis with ramifications–and inspiration–for us all.

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

Melissa Miller
Documentary | International
Not Rated
Canada (English)
86 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP

9 Windows

Directed by: Lou Simon
Studio: Gravitas Ventures

On the day of her graduation, Liza and her parents are driving to a restaurant to celebrate when a truck slams into their car. Eighteen months after the car accident, Liza is unable to walk and lives alone after her parents’ death. Feeling responsible, Liza spends her days trolling vloggers on a local website. Late one night, a new video is uploaded in which a man sets fire to a dog. She reports it to the police, but the police detective, Boyle, cannot be bothered with a misdemeanor. However, when videos start popping up showing the gruesome murders of humans, Boyle finally agrees to consult a retired FBI agent to help them track down the killer. As the murders continue, Liza figures out that the killer is copying the most gruesome serial killers of all time. She finds the killer’s reflection on the knife he used in the second murder and finds out the identity of the murderer. But now that she helped the police identify him, has she inadvertently become his next target?

STARRING:
genre:
Rating:
Country:
Runtime:

William Forsythe, Michael Paré, Diana Garle, Christopher Millan, Jason Hignite
Crime | Horror | Mystery | Thriller
Not Rated
USA (English)
82 minutes

BACK TO THE TOP