On the Basis of Sex (2018)

OnTheBasisOfSexFeat — Felicity Jones stars as Ruth Bader Ginsburg in Mimi Leder's ON THE BASIS OF SEX, a Focus Features release.

Title: On the Basis of Sex
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Mimi Leder
Written by: Daniel Stiepleman
Starring: Felicity Jones, Armie Hammer, and Justin Theroux
Release Date: 12/25/2018
Running Time: 120 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
The story of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, her struggles for equal rights and what she had to overcome in order to become a U.S. Supreme Court Justice.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Tony for this submission

Stan & Ollie (2018)*

Title: Stan & Ollie
Rating: PG
Directed by: Jon S. Baird
Written by: Jeff Pope
Starring: Steve Coogan, John C. Reilly, Shirley Henderson, Nina Arianda, Danny Huston, and Rufus Jones
Release Date: 1/11/2019
Running Time: 97 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
With their golden era long behind them, the duo embark on a variety hall tour of Britain and Ireland. Despite the pressures of a hectic schedule and with the support of their wives Lucille (Shirley Henderson) and Ida (Nina Arianda), their love of performing, as well as for each other, endures as they secure their place in the hearts of their adoring public.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

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Archival footage and photographs are shown.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? Yes (No Ratings Yet)
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Memoriam: In Memory of Lois Laurel 1927 – 2017

Special thanks to Mary for this submission

Welcome to Marwen (2018)

Title: Welcome to Marwen
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Robert Zemeckis
Written by: Caroline Thompson and Robert Zemeckis
Starring: Steve Carell, Leslie Mann, Diane Kruger, Merritt Wever, Janelle Monáe, Eiza González, Gwendoline Christie, Leslie Zemeckis, and Neil Jackson
Release Date: 12/21/2018
Running Time: 116 minutes

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The miraculous true story of one broken man’s fight as he discovers how artistic imagination can restore the human spirit.

When a devastating attack shatters Mark Hogancamp (Carell) and wipes away all memories, no one expected recovery. Putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous town where he can heal and be heroic. As he builds an astonishing art installation—a testament to the most powerful women he knows—through his fantasy world, he draws strength to triumph in the real one.

In a bold, wondrous and timely film from this revolutionary pioneer of contemporary cinema, Welcome to Marwen shows that when your only weapon is your imagination…you’ll find courage in the most unexpected place.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Ray for this submission

Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki (2016)*

Title: Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki
Rating: NR
Directed by: Kaku Arakawa
Starring: Hayao Miyazaki, Toshio Suzuki, and Yuhei Sakuragi
Release Date: 12/14/2018
Running Time: 70 minutes

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In 2013, film director and animator Hayao Miyazaki suddenly announced his retirement at the age of 72. But he couldn’t shake his burning desire to create. After an encounter with young CGI animators, Miyazaki embarked on a new endeavor, his first project ever to utilize CGI. But the artist, who had been adamant about hand-drawn animation, confronted many challenges. The film even faces the danger of being cancelled. Can an old master who thinks he’s past his prime shine once again? This program goes behind the scenes over two years as Miyazaki overcomes struggles to create his short film using CGI.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits

We see Miyazaki at his workplace, sitting at his desk and drawing.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? Yes (No Ratings Yet)
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Special thanks to Ray for this submission

Mary Queen of Scots (2018)

MaryQueenOfScotsFeat — 4113_D025_00307_R(l-r) Ian Hart stars as Lord Maitland, Jack Lowden as Lord Darnley, Saoirse Ronan as Mary Stuart and James McArdle as Earl of Moray in MARY QUEEN OF SCOTS, a Focus Features release.Credit: Liam Daniel / Focus Features

Title: Mary Queen of Scots
Rating: R
Directed by: Josie Rourke
Written by: Beau Willimon
Based on the book by: John Guy
Starring: Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie, Jack Lowden, Joe Alwyn, Martin Compston, Brendan Coyle, David Tennant, Guy Pearce, Ian Hart, Gemma Chan, Ismael Cruz Cordova, Adrian Lester, and James McArdle
Release Date: 12/7/2018
Running Time: 123 minutes

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Queen of France at 16 and widowed when she was barely 18, Mary defies pressure to remarry. Instead, she returns to her native Scotland to reclaim her rightful throne. By birth, Mary has a rival claim to the throne of Elizabeth I (Margot Robbie), who rules as England’s Queen. Contrary to earlier accounts, and based on Dr. John Guy’s research, we see Mary as a capable politician and leader who wanted an alliance with her cousin Elizabeth. Mary fights to govern her unruly kingdom at a time when female monarchs are reviled as monstrous. To secure their thrones, the two Queens make very different choices about marriage and children. Mary’s reputation is under continual attack from her enemies, who construct lies about her sexual conduct. Betrayal, rebellion and conspiracies within each court imperil both Queens–driving them apart, as each woman experiences the bitter cost of power.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Memoriam: In Memory of Alex Beckett

Special thanks to Tony for this submission

Favourite, The (2018)

TheFavouriteFeat — Emma Stone in the film THE FAVOURITE. Photo by Yorgos Lanthimos. © 2018 Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation All Rights Reserved

Title: The Favourite
Rating: R
Directed by: Yorgos Lanthimos
Written by: Deborah Davis and Tony McNamara
Starring: Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Rachel Weisz, Nicholas Hoult, Joe Alwyn, James Smith, Mark Gatiss, and Jenny Rainsford
Release Date: 11/23/2018
Running Time: 119 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
Early 18th century. England is at war with the French. Nevertheless, duck racing and pineapple eating are thriving. A frail Queen Anne (Olivia Colman) occupies the throne and her close friend Lady Sarah Churchill (Rachel Weisz) governs the country in her stead while tending to Anne’s ill health and mercurial temper. When a new servant Abigail Masham (Emma Stone) arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. Sarah takes Abigail under her wing and Abigail sees a chance at a return to her aristocratic roots. As the politics of war become quite time consuming for Sarah, Abigail steps into the breach to fill in as the Queen’s companion. Their burgeoning friendship gives her a chance to fulfill her ambitions and she will not let woman, man, politics or rabbit stand in her way.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Frank and Gabe for this submission

Green Book (2018)

Title: Green Book
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: Peter Farrelly
Written by: Nick Vallelonga, Brian Hayes Currie, and Peter Farrelly
Starring: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini, Sebastian Maniscalco, Dimiter D. Marinov, and P.J. Byrne
Release Date: 11/21/2018
Running Time: 130 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
When Tony Lip (Mortensen), a bouncer from an Italian-American neighborhood in the Bronx, is hired to drive Dr. Don Shirley (Ali), a world-class Black pianist, on a concert tour from Manhattan to the Deep South, they must rely on “The Green Book” to guide them to the few establishments that were then safe for African-Americans. Confronted with racism, danger as well as unexpected humanity and humor—they are forced to set aside differences to survive and thrive on the journey of a lifetime.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Dedication: DEDICATED TO Kathryn Lee Farrelly

Special thanks to Will for this submission

Front Runner, The (2018)

Hugh Jackman stars in Columbia Pictures' THE FRONT RUNNER.

Title: The Front Runner
Rating: R
Directed by: Jason Reitman
Written by: Matt Bai, Jay Carson, and Jason Reitman
Based on the book by: Matt Bai
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Vera Farmiga , J.K. Simmons, and Alfred Molina
Release Date: 11/21/2018
Running Time: 113 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
The film follows the rise and fall of Senator Hart, who captured the imagination of young voters and was considered the overwhelming front runner for the 1988 Democratic presidential nomination when his campaign was sidelined by the story of an extramarital relationship with Donna Rice. As tabloid journalism and political journalism merged for the first time, Senator Hart was forced to drop out of the race – events that left a profound and lasting impact on American politics and the world stage.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Gabe for this submission

Boy Erased (2018)

BoyErasedFeat — boy_erased_r3_20180606_07_R25v2 (l-r.) Lucas Hedges stars as Jared and Russel Crowe and Nicole Kidman as Jared's parents, Marshall and Nancy in Joel Edgerton’s BOY ERASED, a Focus Features release. Credit: Focus Features

Title: Boy Erased
Rating: R
Directed by: Joel Edgerton
Written by: Joel Edgerton
Based on the memoir by: Garrard Conley
Starring: Lucas Hedges, Nicole Kidman, Russell Crowe, and Joel Edgerton
Release Date: 11/8/2018
Running Time: 114 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
Boy Erased tells the courageous story of Jared Eamons (Lucas Hedges), the son of a Baptist pastor in a small American town, who must overcome the fallout of being outed to his parents (Nicole Kidman and Russell Crowe). His parents struggle with reconciling their love for their son with their beliefs. Fearing a loss of family, friends, and community, Jared is pressured into attending a conversion therapy program. While there, Jared comes into conflict with its leader (Joel Edgerton) and begins his journey to finding his own voice and accepting his true self.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? No

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Special thanks to Frank for this submission

Private War, A (2018)

Title: A Private War
Rating: R
Directed by: Matthew Heineman
Written by: Arash Amel
Based on an article by: Marie Brenner
Starring: Rosamund Pike, Jamie Dornan, Stanley Tucci, and Tom Hollander
Release Date: 11/16/2018
Running Time: 110 minutes

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What did you think of this film?
In a world where journalism is under attack, Marie Colvin (Rosamund Pike) is one of the most celebrated war correspondents of our time. Colvin is an utterly fearless and rebellious spirit, driven to the frontlines of conflicts across the globe to give voice to the voiceless, while constantly testing the limits between bravery and bravado. After being hit by a grenade in Sri Lanka, she wears a distinctive eye patch and is still as comfortable sipping martinis with London’s elite as she is confronting dictators. Colvin sacrifices loving relationships, and over time, her personal life starts to unravel as the trauma she’s witnessed takes its toll. Yet, her mission to show the true cost of war leads her — along with renowned war photographer Paul Conroy (Jamie Dornan) — to embark on the most dangerous assignment of their lives in the besieged Syrian city of Homs.

Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits

Pictures of Colvin’s articles on the Sunday Times are shown.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? Yes (No Ratings Yet)
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Dedication: Dedicated to Marie Catherine Colvin
1956 – 2012
Memoriam: In loving memory of Jeffrey Hammond Long
1982 – 2018

Special thanks to Frank for this submission

Tag: Biography

On the Basis of Sex (2018)

Stan & Ollie (2018)*

Welcome to Marwen (2018)

Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki (2016)*

Mary Queen of Scots (2018)

Favourite, The (2018)

Green Book (2018)

Front Runner, The (2018)

Boy Erased (2018)

Private War, A (2018)

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