Upcoming Theatrical Releases
The Finest Hours
Director: Craig Gillespie
PG-13; 1 hr. 57 min.
Trailer
The Coast Guard makes a daring rescue attempt off the coast of Cape Cod after a pair of oil tankers are destroyed during a blizzard in 1952. (Synopsis by Walt Disney Pictures)
This never really connects at any level beyond the “wow” factor of the special effects. The sloppy writing is the film’s biggest detriment—it’s too focused on fuzzy nostalgia instead of telling a compelling story. Skip it.
Fifty Shades of Black
Director: Michael Tiddes
R; 1 hr. 33 min.
Trailer
An inexperienced college student meets a wealthy businessman whose sexual practices put a strain on their relationship. (Synopsis by Open Road Films)
Not available for critic review.
Kung Fu Panda 3
Director: Alessandro Carloni and Jennifer Yuh Nelson
PG; 1 hr. 40 min.
Trailer
When Po’s long-lost panda father suddenly reappears, the reunited duo travels to a secret panda paradise to meet scores of hilarious new panda characters. But when the supernatural villain Kai begins to sweep across China defeating all the kung fu masters, Po must do the impossible-learn to train a village full of his fun-loving, clumsy brethren to become the ultimate band of Kung Fu Pandas! (Synopsis by Fox)
Most franchises start falling apart around the third film, but this one stays sharp. A memorable balance of upbeat humor, clever writing, and action. See it.
Jane Got a Gun
Director: Gavin O’Connor
R; 1 hr. 37 min.
Trailer
A woman asks her ex-lover for help in order to save her outlaw husband from a gang out to kill him. (Synopsis by Relativity Media)
Not available for critic review.
Upcoming DVD Releases
The Visit
Director: M. Night Shyamalan
PG-13; 1 hr. 34 min.
Trailer
The terrifying story of a brother and sister who are sent to their grandparents’ remote Pennsylvania farm for a weeklong trip. Once the children discover that the elderly couple is involved in something deeply disturbing, they see their chances of getting back home are growing smaller every day. (Synopsis by Universal Pictures)
Previously reviewed by The Dagger.
Sicario
Director: Denis Villeneuve
R; 2 hr. 1 min.
Trailer
In the lawless border area stretching between the U.S. and Mexico, an idealistic FBI agent [Emily Blunt] is enlisted by an elite government task force official [Josh Brolin] to aid in the escalating war against drugs. Led by an enigmatic consultant with a questionable past [Benicio Del Toro], the team sets out on a clandestine journey forcing Kate to question everything that she believes in order to survive. (Synopsis by Lionsgate)
Previously reviewed by The Dagger.
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