Hollywood delivers moves that are designed to take your mind off your troubles this weekend, so plan on finding the time and check your neighborhood theater for times and movies.
Jake Gyllenhaal stars in a dark comedy about losing his wife. Jesse Eisenberg shows off his dramatic chops in ‘Louder than Bombs,’ a film that every family will enjoy, while Melissa McCarthy and Kristen Bell force us to laugh out loud in a female version of ‘Trading Places.’ You might say the weekend is driven by star power and scripts that appear to be a bit off center.
Enjoy the movies this weekend – I always do!
The Dying of the Light (2015)
(NR) 95 min – Documentary
Director: Peter Flynn
Stars: Bernie Anderson, Paul Bader, Jon Berberian, Dorman Bermingham
Finally a documentary about Hollywood from the viewpoint of the projectionist – really. Turn the camera around and see Hollywood in a completely, historically different way. [watch trailer]
Louder Than Bombs (2015)
(R) 109 min – Drama
Director: Joachim Trier
Stars: Jesse Eisenberg, Rachel Brosna Han, Amy Ryan, Gabriel Byrne
When the matriarch passes away, family members deal with memories and loss in their own way. Jesse Eisenberg delivers a wonderful performance worth the price of admission. [watch trailer]
Wedding Doll (2015)
(NR) 82 min – Drama
Director: Nitzan Giladi
Stars: Roy Assaf, Aryeh Cherner, Aviv Elkabeth, Aviva Ger
In what can be described as one of the more interesting foreign films of the year, we discover that love is powerful in any language. ‘Wedding Doll’ will be both entertaining and heart rendering, complete with English sub titles. [watch trailer]
Hardcore Henry (2015)
(R) 96 min – Action | Adventure | Sci-Fi
Director: Ilya Naishuller
Stars: Sharlto Copley, Tim Roth, Haley Bennett, Danila Kozlovsky
Henry dies but comes back in this Sci-Fi with no recollection, with one purpose – save his wife from evil. [watch trailer]
The Boss (2016)
(R) 99 min – Comedy
Director: Ben Falcone
Stars: Melissa McCarthy, Kristen Bell, Peter Dinklage, Kristen Schaal
Melissa McCarthy is the captain of an industry who falls from grace and social stature to start all over again in this hysterical film. Melissa McCarthy is Boss, revelaing greed, vulgarity and selfishness are foils that any person can have – man or woman. This movie is funny, thought provoking, and vintage Melissa. ‘The Boss’ is not meant for the whole family, but adults will enjoy it. [watch trailer
Before I Wake (2016)
(PG-13) – Horror
Director: Mike Flanagan
Stars: Jacob Tremblay, Thomas Jane, Kate Bosworth, Annabeth Gish
A young couple adopts a child and the fun begins. Sorry, we meant to say nightmares. If you have trouble sleeping at night, this movie may not be for you. [watch trailer
Demolition (2015)
(R) 100 min – Comedy
Director: Jean-Marc Vallée
Stars: Jake Gyllenhaal, Naomi Watts, Heather Lind, Chris Cooper
A powerful and rich investment banker loses his wife in a horrendous car crash, only to discover that his reaction to her death and loosing $1.25 in a vending machine changes the course of life. Trust us, the vending maching plays a big part of the movie, you’ll get it if you see the movie. If you’re a fan of dark comedies, this movie is right up your alley. PS – We love Chris Cooper in this movie. [watch trailer]
Mr. Right (2015)
(R) Action
Director: Paco Cabezas
Stars: Anna Kendrick, Tim Roth, Sam Rockwell, Anson Mount
‘Pitch Perfect’s’ Anna Kendrick stars opposite Sam Rockwell in a love story with a twist. He’s a hit man on the run and she’s complicting his life with love and a new sense of morals. You MUST see this cute movie. [watch trailer]
—
Photo Credit: Kzenon / Shutterstock.com