Movies Opening This Weekend – May 17th, [videos]

Alan Cumming, Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Stanley Tucci, Ryan Reynolds, Natasha Lyonne, Josh Brolin, Morena Baccarin, Will Arnett, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen are all on the silver screen this weekend with Hollywood’s latest releases, and you’ll want to pencil in a movie to maximize your fun before Monday. Imagine our current Pope in an inspiring documentary called ‘Pope Francis: A Man of His word’ detailing Pope Francis and his travels around the world delivering a message of hope. Alan Cumming, Stanley Tucci, Natasha Lyonne star in the film ‘Show Dogs’ that will have you laughing out loud, while ‘First Reformed’ reveals the family dynamic in crisis as a man, a radical environmentalist takes his own life, causing his departed family to deal with more than his death.

Out pick of the week stars Hollywood’s Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen; women in a monthly book club who collectively read 50 Shades of Grey. These iconic women deliver memorable performances that are heartwarming and real.

Enjoy the movies this weekend, we always do!

First Reformed (2017)
(R) 108 min – Drama
Director: Paul Schrader
Stars: Amanda Seyfried, Ethan Hawke, Cedric the Entertainer, Michael Gaston

A former military chaplain councils his flock, troubled by their grief and daily struggles. This film weaves anger, terrorism, and religion in a way we’ve not seen before. [watch trailer]

On Chesil Beach (2017)
(R) 110 min – Romance
Director: Dominic Cooke
Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Emily Watson, Anne-Marie Duff, Samuel West

Based on the bestselling Ian McEwan’s novel, set in 1962 England, a young couple plan on their wedding with a twist; how do you arrive at the altar knowing dark secrets that will threaten their bond on the very first day? [watch trailer]

Pope Francis: A Man of His Word (2018)
(NR) 96 min – Documentary
Director: Wim Wenders
Stars: Pope Francis, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, John Kerry, Angela Merkel

Pope Francis is one of the most charismatic leaders of the Catholic Church, leveraging his worldly talents to deliver a message of hope to the world. You will love this film and fall in love with the man who heals with his words and actions. [watch trailer]

Show Dogs (2018)
(PG) 92 min – Action
Director: Raja Gosnell
Stars: Alan Cumming, Stanley Tucci, Natasha Lyonne, Will Arnett

Max, a Rottweiler police dog goes undercover to participate in a world famous dog Show in the hopes of solving a mystery and prevent a crime. Think ‘Miss Congeniality’ in a dog’s world, meets ‘Look Who’s Talking Now’ and you’ll get the script. [watch trailer]

Book Club (2018)
(NR) Comedy
Director: Bill Holderman
Stars: Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen

Four middle-age members of a monthly book club are assigned ’50 Shades of Grey.’ What happens next is a funny, twisted and uncomfortable ride through our emotions and repressed feelings These actresses remind us how talented Hollywood women can make a memorable experience. There is Oscar buzz surrounding this film, so be sure to see it this weekend. [watch trailer]

Deadpool 2 (2018)
(NR) Adventure
Director: David Leitch
Stars: Josh Brolin, Morena Baccarin, Zazie Beetz, Brianna Hildebrand

In the vein of superheroes and fantasy, Ryan Reynolds and cast take on yet another worldly challenge, filled with dry dialogue and unexpected plot twists. The language prevents us from sharing the trailer, but trust us; its a funny and wonderful movie.

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