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Want to keep up-to-date on all the popular new DVDs available at the library? Then you've come to the right place. Must-Watch Movies presents a partial list of the newest movies in our collection. We will also feature a special theme each month and announce free upcoming film screenings at our different branch locations. Come watch movies with us!
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***FREE MOVIE SCREENINGS*** Carver School Road Branch Monday, September 16 at 6 p.m. - Pariah A black teenager (Adepero Oduye) living in Brooklyn embraces her identity as a lesbian, but struggles with how much she can confide in her parents (Kim Wayans, Charles Parnell). This film is rated R. Minors must be accompanied by adults. Central Library - Children's Storytime Room Wednesday, September 4 at 3 p.m. - The Secret Life of Pets 2 Max the terrier encounters canine-intolerant cows, hostile foxes and a scary turkey when he visits the countryside. Luckily for Max, he soon catches a break when he meets Rooster, a gruff farm dog who tries to cure the lovable pooch of his neuroses. Rated PG. Central Library - Auditorium Wednesday, September 6 at 2 p.m. - Thor: Ragnarok Imprisoned on the other side of the universe, the mighty Thor finds himself in a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against the Hulk, his former ally and fellow Avenger. Thor's quest for survival leads him in a race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home world and the Asgardian civilization. Rated PG-13. Wednesday, September 11 at 3 p.m. - Godzilla: King of the Monsters Members of the crypto-zoological agency Monarch face off against a battery of god-sized monsters, including the mighty Godzilla, who collides with Mothra, Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. When these ancient super-species rise again, they all vie for supremacy, leaving humanity's very existence hanging in the balance. Rated PG-13. Tuesday, September 17 at 2:30 p.m. - Red River A Texas rancher starts a long cattle drive, heading for Missouri through unsettled land. However, his hired cowhands revolt over his mistreatment of them, and they are led by his trusted younger partner. 1948. Starring John Wayne, Montgomery Clift and Joanne Dru. Directed by Howard Hawks. Oscar nomination for Best Screenplay. Tuesday, September 24 at 2:30 p.m. - High Noon A town marshall faces an outlaw gang in a gunfight, over the objections of his new bride and the townspeople. 1952. Starring Gary Cooper and Grace Kelly. Directed by Fred Zinnemann. Oscar winner for Best Actor. Wednesday, September 25 at 3 p.m. - John Wick 3: Parabellum After gunning down a member of the High Table -- the shadowy international assassin's guild -- legendary hit man John Wick (Keanu Reeves) finds himself stripped of the organization's protective services. Now stuck with a $14 million bounty on his head, Wick must fight his way through New York as he becomes the target of the world's most ruthless killers. Rated R. Tuesday, October 1 at 2:30 p.m. - Shane A gunslinger settles down with a job as a ranch hand for a homesteading family. 1953. Starring Alan Ladd, Jean Arthur and Van Heflin. Directed by George Stevens. Oscar nominations for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Supporting Actor. Wednesday, October 2 at 3 p.m. - Aladdin Aladdin is a lovable street urchin who meets Princess Jasmine, the beautiful daughter of the sultan of Agrabah. While visiting her exotic palace, Aladdin stumbles upon a magic oil lamp that unleashes a powerful, wisecracking, larger-than-life genie. As Aladdin and the genie start to become friends, they must soon embark on a dangerous mission to stop the evil sorcerer Jafar from overthrowing young Jasmine's kingdom. Rated PG. Central Library - Teen Central (For teens only!) Saturday, September 7 at 1:30 p.m. - Avengers: Endgame Adrift in space with no food or water, Tony Stark sends a message to Pepper Potts as his oxygen supply starts to dwindle. Meanwhile, the remaining Avengers -- Thor, Black Widow, Captain America and Bruce Banner -- must figure out a way to bring back their vanquished allies for an showdown with Thanos -- the demigod who decimated the planet and the universe. Rated PG-13. Wednesday, September 25 at 4:30 p.m. - Pokemon: Detective Pikachu Ace detective Harry Goodman goes mysteriously missing, prompting his 21-year-old son, Tim, to find out what happened. Aiding in the investigation is Harry's former Pokémon partner, wise-cracking, adorable super-sleuth Detective Pikachu. Finding that they are uniquely equipped to work together, as Tim is the only human who can talk with Pikachu, they join forces to unravel the tangled mystery. Rated PG. Kernersville Branch Friday, September 6 at 4 p.m. - Sensory Friendly Film Friday: Lego Movie 2 The citizens of Bricksburg face a dangerous new threat when LEGO DUPLO invaders from outer space start to wreck everything in their path. The battle to defeat the enemy and restore harmony to the LEGO universe takes Emmet, Lucy, Batman and the rest of their friends to faraway, unexplored worlds that test their courage and creativity. Rated PG. Tuesday, September 24 at 6 p.m. - Boy ErasedJared Eamons (Lucas Hedges), the son of a small-town Baptist pastor, must overcome the fallout after being outed as gay to his parents (Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe). His father and mother struggle to reconcile their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends, and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. Rated R. Thursday, September 26 at 2:30 p.m. - A Dog's JourneySome friendships transcend lifetimes. In A Dog’s Journey, the sequel to the heartwarming global hit A Dog’s Purpose, beloved dog Bailey finds his new destiny and forms an unbreakable bond that will lead him, and the people he loves, to places they never imagined. Rated PG. Lewisville Branch Saturday, September 14 at 2 p.m. - a/perture theatre presents: Jane Eyre (2011) As an orphaned child, Jane Eyre (Mia Wasikowska) is first cruelly abused by her aunt, then cast out and sent to a charity school. Though she meets with further abuse, she receives an education, and eventually takes a job as a governess at the estate of Edward Rochester (Michael Fassbender). Jane and Rochester begin to bond, but his dark moods trouble her. When Jane uncovers the terrible secret Rochester has been hiding, she flees and finds temporary refuge at the home of St. John Rivers. Rated PG-13. Monday, September 23 at 5 p.m. - To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar Elite Manhattan drag queens Vida Boheme (Patrick Swayze) and Noxeema Jackson (Wesley Snipes) impress regional judges in competition, securing berths in the Nationals in Los Angeles. When the two meet pathetic drag novice Chi-Chi Rodriguez (John Leguizamo), they agree to take the hopeless youngster under their joined wing. Soon the three set off on a madcap road trip across America and struggle to make it to Los Angeles in time. Rated PG-13. Southside Branch ***Special After-Hours Screenings!*** Thursday, September 19 at 7 p.m. - Boy Erased Jared Eamons (Lucas Hedges), the son of a small-town Baptist pastor, must overcome the fallout after being outed as gay to his parents (Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe). His father and mother struggle to reconcile their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends, and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. Rated R. Light refreshments will be served. Walkertown Branch Saturday, September 7 at 11:45 a.m. - a/perture theatre presents: The Biggest Little Farm A couple are followed through their successes and failures as they work to develop a sustainable farm on 200 acres outside of Los Angeles. Over the years, the desolate land they purchased begins to thrive and is transformed. (Rated PG / Run time: 1h 31min)
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Shazam!
We all have a superhero inside of us -- it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In 14-year-old Billy Batson's (Asher Angel) case, all he needs to do is shout out one word to transform into the adult superhero Shazam (Zachary Levi). Still a kid at heart, Shazam revels in the new version of himself by doing what any other teen would do -- have fun while testing out his newfound powers. But he'll need to master them quickly before the evil Dr. Thaddeus Sivana can get his hands on Shazam's magical abilities.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 2h 12min)
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The Public
An act of civil disobedience turns into a standoff with police when homeless people in Cincinnati take over the public library to seek shelter from the bitter cold. Written and directed by lead actor Emilio Estevez, this film also stars Jeffrey Wright, Taylor Schilling, Michael Kenneth Williams, Jena Malone, and Alec Baldwin.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 1h 59min)
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The Beach Bum
Moondog (Matthew McConaughey) is a fun-loving, pot-smoking, beer-drinking writer who lives life on his own terms in Florida. If he can put down the drugs for just one minute, he may finally be able to put his talent to good use and finish the next great American novel. Costarring Snoop Dogg, Isla Fisher, and Stefania LaVie Owen, this movie was directed by Harmony Korine.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 35min)
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The Man Who Killed Don Quixote
A disillusioned advertising executive (Adam Driver) is pulled into a time-jumping fantasy when he is mistaken for Sancho Panza by an elderly cobbler who believes himself to be Don Quixote (Jonathan Pryce). This film, which famously languished in development hell for 29 years, was written and directed by Terry Gilliam.
(Not Rated / Run time: 2h 12min)
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Wonder Park
Wonder Park tells the story of a magnificent amusement park where the imagination of a wildly creative girl named June (Sofia Mali) comes alive. This animated movie features the voice talent of Jennifer Garner, Matthew Broderick, Mila Kunis, Ken Jeong, and Norbert Leo Butz and was directed by Dylan Brown.
(Rated PG / Run time: 1h 25min)
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Captive State
After 10 years of extraterrestrial occupation, residents of Chicago must decide whether to continue to live under alien rule or support the resistance. When young Gabriel Drummond (Ashton Sanders) joins the insurgency, he soon finds himself under careful scrutiny from a shadowy figure who's trying to crush the rebellion and its plans for freedom.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 1h 49min)
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OTSP 2019: Speak No Evil by Uzodinma Iweala This fall, Forsyth County Public Library's annual community read program On the Same Page is featuring the novel Speak No Evil by Uzodinma Iweala. It's the story of Niru, a first-generation American teenager who seems to have the perfect life. He gets straight A's at his private school, he's the star of his track team. But Niru has a secret: he's gay. And when he is outed to his strictly-traditional Nigerian parents, he faces serious repercussions. It's a powerful book and we want to encourage everyone in the community to read it. Then join us at the library for a month-long series of programs - book discussions, film screenings, arts and crafts, West African potlucks, and more - building off of the novel and its themes. In keeping with the spirit of OTSP '19, here's a brief list of critically-acclaimed films that center around LGBT characters. |
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Boy Erased
Jared Eamons (Lucas Hedges), the son of a small-town Baptist pastor, must overcome the fallout after being outed as gay to his parents (Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe). His father and mother struggle to reconcile their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends, and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. This movie, directed by Joel Edgerton, was based on the memoir of the same name by Garrard Conley.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 55min)
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Moonlight
This drama charts the life of a black gay youth named Chiron as he grows up in a rough neighborhood in Miami. In the first segment, Chiron is a ten-year-old nicknamed "Little" (Alex Hibbert) who is taken in by a kindhearted Cuban drug dealer (Mahershala Ali) and his girlfriend (Janelle Monáe). In the middle installment, a teenage Chiron (Ashton Sanders) explores his sexuality as he falls in love with a close friend. The final chapter follows Chiron in his twenties (Trevante Rhodes) as he reconnects with faces from his past. Directed by Barry Jenkins, Moonlight was adapted from a short play called In Moonlight Black Boys Look Blue by Tarell Alvin McCraney. -Jack Rodgers, allmovie.com
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 51min)
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Disobedience
New York photographer Ronit Krushka (Rachel Weisz) flies to London after learning about the death of her estranged father. Ronit is returning to the same Orthodox Jewish community that shunned her decades earlier for her childhood attraction to Esti (Rachel McAdams), a female friend. Their fortuitous and happy reunion soon reignites their burning passion as the two women explore boundaries of faith and sexuality.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 54min)
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Call Me By Your Name
It's the summer of 1983, and precocious 17-year-old Elio Perlman (Timothée Chalamet) is spending the days with his family at their 17th-century villa in Lombardy, Italy. He soon meets Oliver (Armie Hammer), a handsome doctoral student who's working as an intern for Elio's father (Michael Stuhlbarg). Amid the sun-drenched splendor of their surroundings, Elio and Oliver discover the heady beauty of awakening desire over the course of a summer that will alter their lives forever.
(Rated R / Run time: 2h 12m)
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Pariah
Teenage Alike (Adepero Oduye) lives in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood with her parents (Charles Parnell, Kim Wayans) and younger sister (Sahra Mellesse). A lesbian, Alike quietly embraces her identity and is looking for her first lover, but she wonders how much she can confide in her family, especially with her parents' marriage already strained. When Alike's mother presses her to befriend a colleague's daughter (Aasha Davis), Alike finds the gal to be a pleasant companion. Written and directed by Dee Rees.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 26min)
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Love, Simon
Everyone deserves a great love story, but for 17-year-old Simon Spier (Nick Robinson), it's a little more complicated. He hasn't told his family or friends that he's gay, and he doesn't know the identity of the anonymous classmate that he's fallen for online. Resolving both issues proves hilarious, terrifying and life-changing. Based on the young adult novel Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky Albertalli.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 1h 50min)
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The Miseducation of Cameron Post
In 1993, after teenager Cameron (Chloë Grace Moretz) is caught in the backseat of a car with the prom queen, she is sent away to a treatment center in a remote area called God's Promise. While she is being subjected to questionable gay conversion therapies, she bonds with some fellow residents as they pretend to go along with the process while waiting to be released.
(Not Rated / Run time: 1h 31min)
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Pride
Inspired by actual events, director Matthew Warchus' Pride details the unlikely friendship forged between a small community of striking miners in Wales and the London-based gay-and-lesbian activists who raise funds to feed their families in the summer of 1984. With no end to the strike in sight, the urban activists venture into the countryside to deliver their donation in person, and find they have more in common with the people of this struggling community than anyone on either side could have expected. Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton, Dominic West, and Paddy Considine star. -Jason Buchanan, allmovie.com
(Rated R / Run time: 2h)
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