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Hollywood Hits August 2017
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All Eyez on Me
Chronicles the life and legacy of Tupac Shakur, including his rise to superstardom as a hip-hop artist, actor, poet and activist, as well as his imprisonment and prolific, controversial time at Death Row Records. Against insurmountable odds, Shakur rose to become a cultural icon whose career and persona both continue to grow long after his passing. Directed by Benny Boom Starring: Demetrius Shipp Jr, Danai Gurira, Kat Graham "It's a relatively straightforward biopic using conventional framing devices (including the liberal use of flashbacks) to tell the story of an extraordinary artist who overcame tremendous odds to become an American icon." - Richard Roeper "...fascinating biographical drama ..." - Variety "The film's director, Benny Boom, is best known for music videos, but he's done something remarkable here: He's taken a legend and made him into a man." - Village Voice
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The Big Sick
Pakistan-born aspiring comedian Kumail connects with grad student Emily after a standup set. However, what they thought would be just a one-night stand blossoms into the real thing. Directed by Michael Showalter Starring: Kumail Nanjiani, Zoe Kazan, Holly Hunter, Ray Romano "A joyous, generous-hearted romantic comedy..." - New York Times "...a film that's by turns romantic, rueful, and hilarious." - Variety "A funny and tender drawn-from-life love story." - Hollywood Reporter
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Disneynature: Born In China
Venturing into the wilds of China, "Born in China" captures intimate moments with a panda bear and her growing cub, a young golden monkey who feels displaced by his baby sister, and a mother snow leopard struggling to raise her two cubs.
Directed by Chuan Lu Narrated by: John Krasinski, Xun Zhou "Born In China consistently delivers an amazing eyeful." - New York Daily News "A gently stirring doc about pandas, snow leopards, and golden monkeys in the China wilds traces the circle of life - and death." - Variety "Heavy on the cute-and-cuddly, but beautifully filmed throughout." - Newsday
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Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2
Vol. Two continues the team's adventures as they traverse the outer reaches of the cosmos. The Guardians must fight to keep their newfound family together as they unravel the mystery of Peter Quill's true parentage. Old foes become new allies and fan-favorite characters from the classic comics will come to our heroes' aid as the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues to expand. Directed by James Gunn Starring: Chris Pratt, Zoe Saldana, Dave Bautista, Vin Diesel, Bradley Cooper, Nathan Fillion, Michael Rooker "If it's overstuffed in the way of most sequels, well, at least it's stuffed with good cheer." - New York Post "It's stupid-smart bits... that make up for the more routine aspects of Guardians ofthe Galaxy Vol 2." - Michael Phillips "It's still a good Marvel movie (at times, a very good one)..." - Entertainment Weekly
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Lion King: The Walt Disney Signature Collection
The wait is over! For the first time ever, experience the majesty of Disney's epic animated masterpiece as it roars off the screen and into your living room. Embark on an extraordinary coming-of-age adventure as Simba, a lion cub who cannot wait to be king, searches for his destiny in the great 'Circle of Life.' Featuring pristine picture and sound and groundbreaking immersive bonus features. Directed by Roger Allers, Rob Minkoff Starring: Matthew Broderick, James Earl Jones, Whoopi Goldberg, Robert Guillaume, Jeremy Irons, Nathan Lane, Rowan Atkinson "..positively breathtaking." - Washington Post "A crown jewel of modern Disney animation." - Hollywood Reporter "A superbly drawn animated feature." - Roger Ebert
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Megan Leavey
Based on the true life story of a young Marine Corporal whose unique discipline and bond with her military combat dog saved many lives during their deployment in Iraq. When she is assigned to clean up the K9 unit after a disciplinary hearing, Leavey identifies with a particularly aggressive dog, Rex, and is given the chance to train him. Over the course of their service, Megan and Rex completed more than 100 missions until an IED explosion injures them, putting their fate in jeopardy. Directed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite Starring: Kate Mara, Tom Felton, Bradley Whitford, Geraldine James, Common, Edie Falco, Will Patton, Ramon Rodriguez "Kate Mara delivers one of the best performances of her career in the title role." - Richard Roeper "It is anchored in a poignancy frequently missing in this explosion-filled, hyper-macho genre." - Village Voice "Not only is it a compelling metaphor for a woman finding independence and empowerment, it dramatizes a primal emotional relationship that proves heartbreaking and triumphant." - Boston Globe
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Mummy
Though safely entombed in a crypt deep beneath the unforgiving desert, an ancient princess, whose destiny was unjustly taken from her, is awakened in the current day. Her malevolence, grown over millennia, unleashes terrors that defy human comprehension. Directed by Alex Kurtzman Starring: Tom Cruise, Russell Crowe, Annabelle Wallis, Sofia Boutella, Jake Johnson, Courtney B. Vance, Marwan Kenzari "...rollicking take on The Mummy..." - Entertainment Weekly "A tomb full of action-packed guilty pleasure that owns its horror, humor and rampant silliness equally." - USA Toda
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