On offer at the movies this week: a harrowing misadventure in space, a right Dickens of a tale, and a bunch of blokes who still won’t grow up – like most of us guys.
Our FOTW goes to a film so tense…it’ll suck the air right out of the cinema.
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Opening today:
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GRAVITY……FILM OF THE WEEK
USA | 91 minutes | Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Director: Alfonso Cuaron (Children of Men)
Cast: Sandra Bullock, George Clooney, Eric Michels, Basher Savage, Paul Sharma
Two astronauts are stranded in space when their shuttle is destroyed by space junk. Their only hope for survival…head further into the darkness.
Sensational trailers. Huge buzz. 5-star reviews. I know that can mean very little…but I have to say I’m excited.
Distributor: Roadshow Distribution
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GROWN UPS 2
USA | 98 minutes | Comedy
Director: Dennis Dugan (Happy Gilmore, Grown Ups)
Cast: Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, David Spade, Steve Buscemi, Salma Hayek, Maya Rudolph, Andy Samberg, Taylor Lautner, Maria Bello
Adam Sandler and pals attempt to rekindle their childhood…again.
Was one time one too many? We find out today.
Distributor: Sony Pictures Releasing
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MR PIP
Papua New Guinea, Australia, New Zealand | 115 minutes | Drama, War
Director: Andrew Adamson (Shrek, The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe)
Cast: Hugh Laurie, Kerry Fox, Eka Darville, Florence Korokoro, Xzannjah, Healesville Joel
Based on the acclaimed novel by New Zealander Lloyd Jones, an eccentric teacher remains in war-torn Bougainville to help a group of local children survive the harsh reality of their lives. His secret weapon? Readings from the Charles Dickens classic.
Looks great. Take plenty of tissues.
Distributor: Paramount Pictures
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Will any of your hard-earned cash be spent in the cinema this week?
