Films
Suicide Squad
Directors: David Ayer
Stars: Will Smith, Jared Leto, Margot Robbie
Genre: Action, Adventure, Crime
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Figuring they're all expendable, a U.S. intelligence officer decides to assemble a team of dangerous, incarcerated supervillains for a top-secret mission. Now armed with government weapons, Deadshot (Will Smith), Harley Quinn (Margot Robbie), Captain Boomerang, Killer Croc and other despicable inmates must learn to work together. Dubbed Task Force X, the criminals unite to battle a mysterious and powerful entity, while the diabolical Joker (Jared Leto) launches an evil agenda of his own.
Goosebumps
Directors: Rob Letterman
Stars: Jack Black, Dylan Minnette, Odeya Rush
Genre: Family, Adventure, Comedy
Have you ever read the Goosebumps series by R.L Stine? If so, then you know all of the creative creatures and monsters he wrote about. This movie follows the story of a young high-school boy named Zach who secretly befriends the girl next door. Soon, Zach learns that her father is none other than the famous author R.L. Stine and discovers that the creatures don't just exist on the page–they are alive! When the creatures escape from the books Zach and his friends must go on an comical adventure to put R.L. Stine's most beloved monsters back in the book and save the town.
Directors: Andrew Stanton, Angus MacLane
Stars: Ellen DeGeneres, Albert Brooks, Ed O'Neill
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
If you loved Finding Nemo, then you are definitely going to love the sequel, Finding Dory!
The 13 year wait between the two movies was completely worth it.
In Finding Dory, the audience is finally able to learn the past of everyone's favorite Blue Tang fish. You discover why Dory can speak whale, why she can read and why she is filled with random facts! The writers did a fantastic job connecting the story of Nemo and Marlin to the story of Dory and how she came to be, while introducing new lovable characters. The animation and storyline are both colorful and immersive, allowing the audience to truly feel as if they are swimming alongside. Overall, the story line and message are one we can all relate to– family/friendship is incredibly important, and no matter how far you travel you can always find your way back home.
Directors: Hayao Miyazaki
Stars: Chieko Baishô, Takuya Kimura, Tatsuya Gashûin
Genre: Animation, Adventure
Sometimes we all need a break from reality. What better way to trade reality for pure fantasy than through Howl's Moving Castle? If you've ever seen a Studio Ghibli anime film then you know the magical journey it will take you on. This clever animation follows the story of a young girl named Sophie who is transformed into an old women after a jealous witch places a curse upon her. Afraid and unsure, Sophie seeks refuge in the moving castle that belongs to none other than the infamous wizard, Howl. Travel with Sophie on her marvelous journey across time and space. Visit surreal landscapes and fall in love with the extraordinary creative characters.Howl's Moving Castle will take you on a wildly magical adventure that is sure to leave you wishing for more.
High Strung
Directors: Michael Damian
Stars: Keenan Kampa, Nicholas Galitzine, Jane Seymour
Genre: Drama, Music, Romance
High Strung is about a dancer named Ruby and a musician named Johnnie who meet in New York City. They combine their different styles of dance and music and unite together in order to win a scholarship competition for Johnnie. From international tunes to sophisticated dance moves, this movie has a lot of to offer to the audience. Most importantly it reminds us that when we put our differences aside and unite together we can do the impossible!
