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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*** Central Library - Auditorium Friday, March 6 at 2 p.m. - 47 Meters Down: Uncaged Four teenage divers discover that the sunken ruins of a Mayan city are also a hunting ground for deadly great white sharks. With their air supply steadily dwindling, the frightened girls must navigate the underwater labyrinth of claustrophobic caves and eerie tunnels in search of a way out of their watery hell. Rated PG-13. Friday, March 13 at 2 p.m. - It: Chapter Two Defeated by members of the Losers' Club, the evil clown Pennywise returns 27 years later to terrorize the town of Derry, Maine, once again. Now adults, the childhood friends have long since gone their separate ways. But when people start disappearing, Mike Hanlon calls the others home for one final stand. Damaged by scars from the past, the united Losers must conquer their deepest fears to destroy the shape-shifting Pennywise -- now more powerful than ever. Rated R. Tuesday, March 17 at 2:30 p.m. - Arsenic and Old Lace A man learns that his eccentric aunts are disposing of lonely men with arsenic. 1944. Starring Cary Grant, Raymond Massey and Peter Lorre. Directed by Frank Capra. Tuesday, March 17 at 6 p.m. - RiverRun's Indie Lens Pop-Up presents: Bedlam Haunted by the death of a mentally ill sister, psychiatrist Ken Rosenberg takes on the role of filmmaker to examine a national health crisis. “Bedlam” follows the poignant stories of people grappling with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and other chronic psychiatric conditions. Filmed over a five year period, Rosenberg takes us to hospitals, jails, and to the homes and homeless shelters of people suffering from severe mental illness. Friday, March 20 at 2 p.m. - Joker Forever alone in a crowd, failed comedian Arthur Fleck seeks connection as he walks the streets of Gotham City. Arthur wears two masks -- the one he paints for his day job as a clown, and the guise he projects in a futile attempt to feel like he's part of the world around him. Isolated, bullied and disregarded by society, Fleck begins a slow descent into madness as he transforms into the criminal mastermind known as the Joker. Rated R. Tuesday, March 24 at 2:30 p.m. - Indiscreet An American living in Europe pretends to be married so that his flirtation with an actress won’t get too serious. 1958. Starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman. Directed by Stanley Donen. Friday, March 27 at 2 p.m. - Black and Blue A rookie policewoman in New Orleans inadvertently captures the shooting death of a young drug dealer on her body cam. After realizing the murder was committed by corrupt cops, she teams up with the only person from the community who's willing to help her. Now, she finds herself on the run from both the criminals and the lawmen who desperately want to destroy the footage. Rated R. Tuesday, March 31 at 2:30 p.m. - Operation Petticoat In the Pacific during World War II, several stranded nurses are forced to share quarters on an all male submarine. 1959. Starring Cary Grant, Tony Curtis and Dina Merrill. Directed by Blake Edwards. Oscar nomination for Best Screenplay. Friday, April 3 at 2 p.m. - Doctor Sleep Struggling with alcoholism, Dan Torrance remains traumatized by the sinister events that occurred at the Overlook Hotel when he was a child. His hope for a peaceful existence soon becomes shattered when he meets Abra, a teen who shares his extrasensory gift of the "shine." Together, they form an unlikely alliance to battle the True Knot, a cult whose members try to feed off the shine of innocents to become immortal. Rated R. Tuesday, April 7 at 2:30 p.m. - Walk Don't Run During the 1964 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, the housing shortage throws together two men and a woman in a small apartment. 1966. Starring Cary Grant, Samantha Eggar and Jim Hutton. Central Library - Teen Central (For teens only!) Saturday, March 7 at 2:30 p.m. - Playing with Fire When straight-laced fire superintendent Jake Carson and his elite team of firefighters come to the rescue of three siblings, they quickly realize that no amount of training could prepare them for their most challenging job yet -- babysitting. As their lives, jobs and depot get turned upside down, the three men soon learn that children -- much like fires -- are wild and unpredictable. Rated PG. Wednesday, March 25 at 4:30 p.m. - Bebe's Kids In this animated depiction of a calamitous first date, Robin Harris (Faizon Love) hits it off with the gorgeous Jamika (Vanessa Bell Calloway), whom he meets at her boss' funeral. On the ride back, Harris is introduced to her well-behaved son (Wayne Collins), and asked if he wants to go with them to the amusement park the next day. Harris accepts, and arrives to find three more children joining them. Jamika is watching her friend Bebe's trouble-making kids -- which is only the beginning of Harris' problems. Rated PG-13. Clemmons Branch Saturday, March 14 at 1:30 p.m. - Sensory Friendly Film: Pokemon: The First Movie Ash, Misty, Brock and Pikachu face Mewtwo, a bioengineered Pokémon, and the super-Pokémon it has created. Rated G. Tuesday, March 17 at 1 p.m. - Judy Thirty years after starring in "The Wizard of Oz," beloved actress and singer Judy Garland (Renée Zellweger) arrives in London to perform sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. While there, she reminisces with friends and fans and begins a whirlwind romance with musician Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband. Rated PG-13. Kernersville Branch Friday, March 6 at 4 p.m. - Sensory Friendly Film: The Lion King (2019) Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny on the plains of Africa. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub's arrival. Scar, Mufasa's brother -- and former heir to the throne -- has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is soon ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba's exile. Now, with help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba must figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his. Rated PG. Thursday, March 26 at 2:30 p.m. - Downton Abbey: The Motion Picture The beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for the most important moment of their lives. A royal visit from the king and queen of England soon unleashes scandal, romance and intrigue -- leaving the future of Downton hanging in the balance. Rated PG. Lewisville Branch Monday, March 23 at 5 p.m. - Frozen 2 Elsa has an extraordinary gift -- the power to create ice and snow. But no matter how happy she is to be surrounded by the people of Arendelle, Elsa finds herself strangely unsettled. After hearing a mysterious voice call out to her, Elsa travels to the enchanted forests and dark seas beyond her kingdom -- an adventure that soon turns into a journey of self-discovery. Rated PG. Reynolda Manor Branch Saturday, February 8 at 4 p.m. - A Ballerina's Tale Learn about the inspiring life and career of Misty Copeland, the first African American to be named principal dancer with the American Ballet Theatre. This documentary explores Copeland’s career, recovery from a serious injury and the lack of diversity in the world of dance. Recommended for ages 9+. Southside Branch ***Special After-Hours Screenings!*** Thursday, March 12 at 7 p.m. - Knives Out When renowned crime novelist Harlan Thrombey dies just after his 85th birthday, the inquisitive and debonair Detective Benoit Blanc arrives at his estate to investigate. From Harlan's dysfunctional family to his devoted staff, Blanc sifts through a web of red herrings and self-serving lies to uncover the truth behind Thrombey's untimely demise. Rated PG-13. Light refreshments will be served.
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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood
Lloyd Vogel (Matthew Rhys) is an investigative journalist who receives an assignment to profile Fred Rogers (Tom Hanks), aka Mr. Rogers. He approaches the interview with skepticism. Finds it hard to believe that anyone can have such a good nature. But Roger's empathy, kindness and decency soon chip away at Vogel's jaded outlook on life, forcing the reporter to reconcile with his own past.
(Rated PG / Run time: 1h 49min)
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Harriet
From her escape from slavery through the dangerous missions she led to liberate hundreds of slaves via the Underground Railroad, the story of heroic abolitionist Harriet Tubman (Cynthia Erivo) is told. This biopic was directed by Kasi Lemmons and costars Leslie Odom Jr., Clarke Peters, and Vanessa Bell Calloway.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 2h 5min)
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Doctor Sleep
Struggling with alcoholism, Dan Torrance (Ewan McGregor) remains traumatized by the sinister events that occurred at the Overlook Hotel when he was a child. His hope for a peaceful existence soon becomes shattered when he meets Abra (Kyliegh Curran), a teen who shares his extrasensory gift of the "shine." Together, they form an unlikely alliance to battle the True Knot, a cult whose members try to feed off the shine of innocents to become immortal.
(Rated R / Run time: 2h 32min)
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Ford v Ferrari
American automotive designer Carroll Shelby (Matt Damon) and fearless British race car driver Ken Miles (Christian Bale) battle corporate interference, the laws of physics and their own personal demons to build a revolutionary vehicle for the Ford Motor Co. Together, they plan to compete against the race cars of Enzo Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in France in 1966.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 2h 32min)
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The Addams Family
Members of the mysterious and spooky Addams family -- Gomez, Morticia, Pugsley, Wednesday, Uncle Fester and Grandma -- are readily preparing for a visit from their even creepier relatives. But trouble soon arises when shady TV personality Margaux Needler realizes that the Addams' eerie hilltop mansion is standing in the way of her dream to sell all the houses in the neighborhood.
(Rated PG / Run time: 1h 26min)
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Pain And Glory
Film director Salvador Mallo (Antonio Banderas) reflects on the choices he's made in life as the past and present come crashing down around him. This movie, written and directed by Pedro Almodóvar and costarring Asier Etxeandia and Penelope Cruz, was nominated for the Oscar for Best International Feature Film.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 53min)
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Jojo Rabbit
Jojo (Roman Griffin Davis), is a lonely German boy who discovers that his single mother (Scarlett Johansson) is hiding a Jewish girl in their attic. Aided only by his imaginary friend -- Adolf Hitler (Taika Waititi) -- Jojo must confront his blind nationalism as World War II continues to rage on.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 1h 48min)
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The Lighthouse
Two lighthouse keepers (Willem Dafoe and Robert Pattinson) try to maintain their sanity while living on a remote and mysterious New England island in the 1890s. This film was directed by Robert Eggers (The Witch).
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 50min)
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Terminator: Dark Fate
In Mexico City, a newly modified liquid Terminator -- the Rev-9 model -- arrives from the future to kill a young factory worker named Dani Ramos. Also sent back in time is Grace, a hybrid cyborg human who must protect Ramos from the seemingly indestructible robotic assassin. But the two women soon find some much-needed help from a pair of unexpected allies -- seasoned warrior Sarah Connor and the T-800 Terminator.
(Rated R / Run time: 2h 8min)
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"My mother told me to be a lady. And for her, that meant be your own person, be independent." -Ruth Bader Ginsburg To celebrate Women's History Month, Here's a short list of critically-acclaimed biopics about trailblazing women. |
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On the Basis of Sex
Ruth Bader Ginsburg (Felicity Jones) is a struggling attorney and new mother who faces adversity and numerous obstacles in her fight for equal rights. When Ruth takes on a groundbreaking tax case with her husband, attorney Martin Ginsburg (Armie Hammer), she knows it could change the direction of her career and how the courts view gender discrimination. This film was directed by Mimi Leder and costars Justin Theroux, Sam Waterston, and Kathy Bates.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time 2h)
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Frida
Frida chronicles the life Frida Kahlo (Salma Hayek) shared unflinchingly and openly with Diego Rivera (Alfred Molina), as the couple took the art world by storm. From her complex and enduring relationship with her mentor and husband to her illicit and controversial affair with Leon Trotsky, to her provocative and romantic entanglements with women, Frida Kahlo lived a bold and uncompromising life as a political, artistic, and sexual revolutionary.
(Rated R / Run time: 2h 3min)
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Hidden Figures
Three brilliant African-American women at NASA -- Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer) and Mary Jackson (Janelle Monáe) -- serve as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn (Glen Powell) into orbit, a stunning achievement that restored the nation's confidence, turned around the Space Race, and galvanized the world.
(Rated PG / Run time: 2h 7min)
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Wild
Driven to the edge by the loss of her beloved mother (Laura Dern), the dissolution of her marriage and a headlong dive into self-destructive behavior, Cheryl Strayed (Reese Witherspoon) makes a decision to halt her downward spiral and put her life back together again. With no outdoors experience, a heavy backpack and little else to go on but her own will, Cheryl sets out alone to hike the Pacific Crest Trail -- one of the country's longest and toughest through-trails.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 55min)
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Queen Of Katwe
Living in the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, is a constant struggle for 10-year-old Phiona (Madina Nalwanga) and her family. Her world changes one day when she meets Robert Katende (David Oyelowo), a missionary who teaches children how to play chess. Phiona becomes fascinated with the game and soon becomes a top player under Katende's guidance. Her success in tournaments opens the door to a bright future and a golden chance to escape from a life of poverty.
(Rated PG / Run time: 2h 4min)
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Persepolis
Based on Marjane Satrapi's graphic novel about her life in pre and post-revolutionary Iran and then in Europe, Persepolis traces Satrapi's growth from child to rebellious, punk-loving teenager in Iran. In the background are the growing tensions of the political climate in Iran in the 70s and 80s, with members of her liberal-leaning family detained and then executed, and the background of the disastrous Iran/Iraq war.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 1h 36min)
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What's Love Got to Do With It?
Based on the life of the legendary soul singer, Tina Turner (Angela Bassett) -- born Anna Mae Bullock -- discovers her love of singing in her Tennessee church choir. She moves to St. Louis to pursue a career, and there she meets the charismatic Ike Turner (Laurence Fishburne), who rechristens her Tina and offers to help her succeed. As a musical team, Ike and Tina take the charts by storm. But as his abuse worsens, Tina has to make the tough decision to leave Ike and set out on her own.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 58min)
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Colette
After moving to Paris, author Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette (Keira Knightley) agrees to ghostwrite a semi-autobiographical novel for her husband Willy (Dominic West). Its success soon inspires her to fight for creative ownership and overcome the societal constraints of the early 20th century. This film was directed by Wash Westmoreland and costars Denise Gough and Fiona Shaw.
(Rated R / Run time: 1h 51min)
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Battle of the Sexes
The 1973 tennis match between Billie Jean King (Emma Stone) and Bobby Riggs (Steve Carell) became the most watched televised sports event of all time. Trapped in the media glare, King and Riggs were on opposites sides of a binary argument, but off-court each was fighting more personal and complex battles. With her husband urging her to fight for equal pay, the private King was also struggling to come to terms with her own sexuality, while Riggs gambled his legacy and reputation in a bid to relive the glories of his past.
(Rated PG-13 / Run time: 2h 1m)
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