UPDATE: Movie buffs, get ready! A lineup of new films is hitting theaters this week, with something for everyone. From heart-wrenching dramas to thrilling action flicks, here’s what you need to know RIGHT NOW about these exciting releases.
The Chronology of Water marks the feature directorial debut of Oscar-nominated actress Kristen Stewart. This poignant drama follows a woman, played by Imogen Poots, as she navigates the complexities of love, loss, and addiction, all while seeking healing through writing. The film also features Thora Birch and Jim Belushi, running for 128 minutes and is currently not rated.
In a shift to comedy-drama, Father Mother Sister Brother is the latest offering from acclaimed writer-director Jim Jarmusch. This film reunites estranged siblings, played by a star-studded cast including Adam Driver and Cate Blanchett, who confront their unresolved family issues after years apart. Rated R for language, the runtime is 110 minutes.
Get ready for suspense with Greenland 2: Migration. Following the devastating effects of a comet strike, the Garrity family, led by Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin, must leave their bunker in search of a new home. This action-packed film is rated PG-13 for strong violence and bloody imagery, with a runtime of 98 minutes.
Next up is Is This Thing On?, a story about two people, played by Will Arnett and Laura Dern, who navigate the challenges of co-parenting and personal rediscovery on the gritty New York City stand-up scene. Rated R for language and sexual references, the film runs for 124 minutes.
In I Was A Stranger, audiences follow a Syrian doctor fleeing Aleppo with her young daughter, whose desperate actions intertwine her fate with four other strangers. This impactful film is presented in Arabic, Greek, and English with subtitles, rated PG-13 for violent content, and has a runtime of 103 minutes.
For action enthusiasts, Oscar Shaw delivers a gripping story of revenge as a retired detective, played by Michael Jai White, seeks justice for his best friend’s death. Co-starring Isaiah Washington and Tyrese Gibson, this film is not rated and runs for 93 minutes.
Thriller fans won’t want to miss Primate, where a vacation turns into a deadly struggle for survival. Starring Johnny Sequoyah and Troy Kotsur, this chilling film is rated R for violent content and runs for 89 minutes.
Lastly, Rosemead features Lucy Liu as an immigrant who takes drastic measures to protect her troubled son, who is obsessed with mass shootings. This intense drama is rated R for language and has a runtime of 97 minutes.
These new releases are set to hit theaters starting October 20, 2023. Don’t miss out on your chance to see these films, which promise to engage, entertain, and provoke thought. Grab your tickets NOW and be part of the conversation!
