January is now in full swing, and with it comes even more new movies than the previous weekends. Will Smith and Martin Lawrence reunite one last time for a Bad Boys film, Robert Downey Jr. gains the ability to talk to animals as the famous Dr. Dolittle, a comedy about the hazards of VHS ownership, and more!
Bad Boys For Life (R)
The Bad Boys Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett are back together for one last ride in the highly anticipated Bad Boys for Life.
Directed by Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah
Starring: Will Smith, Alexander Ludwig, Vanessa Hudgens, Martin Lawrence, Joe Pantoliano
Release date: January 17
Dolittle (PG)
A physician discovers that he can talk to animals.
Directed by Stephen Gaghan
Starring: Robert Downey Jr., Antonio Banderas, Michael Sheen, Jim Broadbent, Jessie Buckley
Release date: January 17
VHYes
This bizarre retro comedy, shot entirely on VHS and Beta, follows 12-year-old Ralph as he accidentally records home videos and his favorite late night shows over his parents’ wedding tape.
Directed by Jack Henry Robbins
Starring: Kerri Kenney, Thomas Lennon, Mark Proksch, Courtney Pauroso, Charlyne Yi
Release date: January 12 (Limited)
The Wave (R)
Frank, an opportunistic insurance lawyer, thinks he’s in for the time of his life when he goes out on the town to celebrate an upcoming promotion with his co-worker, Jeff. But their night takes a turn for the bizarre when Frank is dosed with a hallucinogen that completely alters his perception of the world, taking him on a psychedelic quest through board meetings, nightclubs, shootouts, and alternate dimensions. As Frank ping-pongs between reality and fantasy, he finds himself on a mission to find a missing girl, himself – and his wallet.
Directed by Gille Klabin
Starring: Justin Long, Tommy Flanagan, Katia Winter, Donald Faison, Sheila Vand
Release date: January 17
