If you’re looking for something new to see at the theater this weekend, this week’s releases is sure to include something that may catch your eye. There’s a new outing of the popular horror/sci-fi Alien series, a heart-warming film based on the true story of a penguin rescued from an oil slick that transformed the life of a heartbroken fisherman, a story about a young man who puts his promising future on the line to help out his father, a thriller about rival skincare moguls, and much more!
Alien: Romulus (R)
While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe.
Directed by Fede Alvarez
Starring: Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, Spike Fearn
Release date: August 16
bUMS
Homeless individuals David, Peter, Frank, Broadway Vic, Mary, and Sunshine join government program aimed at reintegrating them into society after decades on streets, striving to reclaim their lives.
Directed by Jason Raphael
Starring: Justin Rupple, Peter Holden, Ian Stanley, Michael Balin, Nancy Harding
Release date: August 16
Caligula: The Ultimate Cut
Follows Caligula as he kills his devious adoptive grandfather and takes control of the decadent Roman Empire, spiraling into depravity, devastation, and madness.
Directed by Tinto Brass
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Helen Mirren, Teresa Ann Savoy, Peter O’Toole, John Gielgud
Release date: August 16
Close to You (R)
Academy Award Nominee Elliot Page (Juno, The Umbrella Academy) stars as a trans man who returns to his hometown for the first time in years.
Directed by Dominic Savage
Starring: Elliot Page, Hillary Baack, Wendy Crewson, Peter Outerbridge, Janet Porter
Release date: August 16
LiSA LiVE is SMiLE ALWAYS – LANDER
LiSA’s finale concert of her “LANDER” tour in Tokyo features performances of hit tracks like the “Demon Slayer” theme “Gurenge.”
Directed by Nobb Sueyoshi
Starring: LiSA
Release date: August 17
My Penguin Friend (PG)
Inspired by a true story; an enchanting adventure about a lost penguin rescued from an oil spill, who transforms the life of a heartbroken fisherman. They soon become unlikely friends, so bonded that even the vast ocean cannot divide them.
Directed by David Schurmann
Starring: Jean Reno, Adriana Barraza, Rochi Hernández, Nicolás Francella, Alexia Moyano
Release date: August 16
Rob Peace (R)
Based on a true story, a brilliant young man puts his bright future at risk to help his father.
Directed by Chiwetel Ejiofor
Starring: Jay Will, Mary J. Blige, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Camila Cabello, Curt Morlaye
Release date: August 16
Ryan’s World the Movie: Titan Universe Adventure (PG)
Ryan’s twin sisters Emma and Kate get trapped in a comic book world. Ryan enters this realm to rescue them, facing adventures, battles, and mishaps while attempting to bring them back before his parents discover their disappearance.
Directed by Albie Hecht
Starring: Albie Hecht, Larry Herrera, Emma Kaji, Kate Kaji, Loann Kaji
Release date: August 16
Skincare (R)
Famed aesthetician Hope Goldman’s skincare business faces sabotage when rival Angel Vergara opens a boutique across the street. Aided by friend Jordan, Hope seeks to uncover who’s trying to ruin her reputation.
Directed by Austin Peters
Starring: Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Lewis Pullman, Michaela Jaé (MJ) Rodriguez, Erik Palladino
Release date: August 16
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