Set to the backdrop of Awesome Mixtape #2, ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2’ continues the team’s adventures as they unravel the mystery of Peter Quill’s true parentage.
THE BUZZ: Peter Quill and his expanded superhero family battle new foes and lingering father issues as the Awesome Mixtape #2 re-introduces old favorites as your new summer soundtrack. Looks like it’s $1 billion or bust at the worldwide box office, too. James Gunn will return for chapter 3!
Debra Winger and Tracy Letts play a long-married, dispassionate couple who are both in the midst of serious affairs. But on the brink of calling it quits, a spark between them suddenly reignites, leading them into an impulsive romance.
THE BUZZ: One of the more intriguing premises of the season (and easily one of the best trailers as well) finds Azazel Jacobs, who directed the underrated HBO series “Doll & Em,” partnering with A24, the hottest indie studio around. And the cast? Superb.
THE BUZZ: Provocateur Oren Moverman is back behind the camera with his adaptation of Herman Koch’s novel, which has sharply divided critics since its debut at the Berlin International Film Festival (where it was nominated for the Golden Bear for Best Film).
After Ray decides to transition from female to male, Ray’s mother, Maggie, must come to terms with the decision while tracking down Ray’s biological father to get his legal consent.
THE BUZZ: Formerly titled About Ray, it seems the title to this transgender drama was changed perhaps to take advantage of Susan Sarandon’s “Feud” moment. The updated trailer reveals more of the dynamic between Sarandon, Naomi Watts and Elle Fanning’s characters.
Ten years after retirement from a career as a professional athlete, Kenny Anderson finds that basketball is easy, it’s life that’s hard. Still reeling from his mother’s death, the former New York City high-school prodigy and NBA All-Star loses a cherished coaching position, sending him into a midlife crisis. Facing his personal demons head-on, the charismatic Anderson must come to terms with his past in order to find a way forward.
THE BUZZ: Jill Campbell observes NBA legend Kenny Anderson at a crossroads in his post-hoops life and career. This could be one of those documentaries that catches serious word of mouth.
When a mysterious woman seduces Dom into the world of terrorism and a betrayal of those closest to him, the crew face trials that will test them as never before.
Finding himself dumped after 25 years of marriage, a man who made a career of seducing rich older women must move in with his estranged sister, where he begins to learn the value of family.
When Shiva, the son of Bahubali, learns about his heritage, he begins to look for answers. His story is juxtaposed with past events that unfolded in the Mahishmati Kingdom.
A woman lands a dream job at a powerful tech company called the Circle, only to uncover a nefarious agenda that will affect the lives of her friends, family and that of humanity.
Desperate to pay the bills and come through for their loved ones, three lifelong pals risk it all by embarking on a daring bid to knock off the very bank that absconded with their money.
– Animation | Adventure | Comedy | Family | Fantasy
5.8/10
40 Metascore
In this fully animated, all-new take on the Smurfs, a mysterious map sets Smurfette and her friends Brainy, Clumsy and Hefty on an exciting race through the Forbidden Forest leading to the discovery of the biggest secret in Smurf history.
Opening This Week – May 5
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Opening This Week – May 5
Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (2017)
Director:
James Gunn
Stars:
Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel
THE BUZZ: Peter Quill and his expanded superhero family battle new foes and lingering father issues as the Awesome Mixtape #2 re-introduces old favorites as your new summer soundtrack. Looks like it’s $1 billion or bust at the worldwide box office, too. James Gunn will return for chapter 3!
The Lovers (2017) – [Limited]
Director:
Azazel Jacobs
Stars:
Debra Winger, Tracy Letts, Aidan Gillen, Melora Walters
THE BUZZ: One of the more intriguing premises of the season (and easily one of the best trailers as well) finds Azazel Jacobs, who directed the underrated HBO series “Doll & Em,” partnering with A24, the hottest indie studio around. And the cast? Superb.
The Dinner (2017) – [Limited]
Director:
Oren Moverman
Stars:
Richard Gere, Laura Linney, Steve Coogan, Rebecca Hall
THE BUZZ: Provocateur Oren Moverman is back behind the camera with his adaptation of Herman Koch’s novel, which has sharply divided critics since its debut at the Berlin International Film Festival (where it was nominated for the Golden Bear for Best Film).
3 Generations (2015) – [Limited]
Director:
Gaby Dellal
Stars:
Naomi Watts, Elle Fanning, Susan Sarandon, Tate Donovan
THE BUZZ: Formerly titled About Ray, it seems the title to this transgender drama was changed perhaps to take advantage of Susan Sarandon’s “Feud” moment. The updated trailer reveals more of the dynamic between Sarandon, Naomi Watts and Elle Fanning’s characters.
Mr. Chibbs (2017) – [Limited]
– Documentary
Director:
Jill Campbell
Stars:
Kenny Anderson, Natasha Anderson, Nate Archibald, Tiki Barber
THE BUZZ: Jill Campbell observes NBA legend Kenny Anderson at a crossroads in his post-hoops life and career. This could be one of those documentaries that catches serious word of mouth.
In Theaters Now – Box Office Top Ten
The Fate of the Furious (2017)
56 Metascore
Director:
F. Gary Gray
Stars:
Vin Diesel, Jason Statham, Dwayne Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez
Box Office:
Weekend: $98.79M, Gross: $194.61M
How to Be a Latin Lover (2017)
54 Metascore
Director:
Ken Marino
Stars:
Eugenio Derbez, Salma Hayek, Rob Lowe, Kristen Bell
Box Office:
Weekend: $12.25M, Gross: $13.10M
Baahubali 2: The Conclusion (2017)
– Action | Adventure | Drama | Fantasy
Director:
S.S. Rajamouli
Stars:
Prabhas, Rana Daggubati, Anushka Shetty, Tamannaah Bhatia
Box Office:
Weekend: $10.35M, Gross: $10.94M
The Circle (2017)
43 Metascore
Director:
James Ponsoldt
Stars:
Emma Watson, Tom Hanks, John Boyega, Ellar Coltrane
The Boss Baby (2017)
50 Metascore
Director:
Tom McGrath
Stars:
Alec Baldwin, Steve Buscemi, Jimmy Kimmel, Lisa Kudrow
Box Office:
Weekend: $50.20M, Gross: $149.21M
Beauty and the Beast (2017)
65 Metascore
Director:
Bill Condon
Stars:
Emma Watson, Dan Stevens, Luke Evans, Josh Gad
Box Office:
Weekend: $174.75M, Gross: $481.01M
Going in Style (2017)
50 Metascore
Director:
Zach Braff
Stars:
Ann-Margret, Peter Serafinowicz, Joey King, Morgan Freeman
Box Office:
Weekend: $11.93M, Gross: $37.65M
Smurfs: The Lost Village (2017)
40 Metascore
Director:
Kelly Asbury
Stars:
Demi Lovato, Rainn Wilson, Joe Manganiello, Jack McBrayer
Box Office:
Weekend: $13.21M, Gross: $38.16M
Gifted (2017)
60 Metascore
Director:
Marc Webb
Stars:
Chris Evans, Mckenna Grace, Lindsay Duncan, Jenny Slate
Box Office:
Weekend: $0.45M, Gross: $16.16M
Unforgettable (2017)
45 Metascore
Director:
Denise Di Novi
Stars:
Rosario Dawson, Katherine Heigl, Geoff Stults, Cheryl Ladd
Box Office:
Weekend: $4.79M, Gross: $9.18M
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