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The Disaster Artist (2017)- The Disaster Artist details the incredible true story behind the making of The Room, a 2003 film that quickly became a cult hit due to its reputation as "the Greatest Bad Movie Ever Made." This comedy-drama chronicles its production, and how it emerged from the friendship between weirdo auteur Tommy Wiseau and struggling actor Greg Sestero.
Coco (2017)- A 12-year-old boy named Miguel dreams of becoming a famous guitar player, despite the misgivings of his close-knit family. When his ambitions cause him to run afoul of a terrible curse, he must journey into the Land of the Dead in order to seek forgiveness from his deceased ancestors.
Justice League (2017)- Fueled by his restored faith in humanity and inspired by Superman’s selfless act, Bruce Wayne enlists the help of his newfound ally, Diana Prince, to face an even greater enemy
The Star (2017)- a small but brave donkey named Bo yearns for a life beyond his daily grind at the village mill. One day he finds the courage to break free, and finally goes on the adventure of his dreams. On his journey, he teams up with Ruth, a loveable sheep who has lost her flock and Dave, a dove with lofty aspirations. Along with three wisecracking camels and some eccentric stable animals, Bo and his new friends follow the Star and become accidental heroes in the greatest story ever told – the first Christmas.
Wonder- Based on the New York Times bestseller, WONDER tells the incredibly inspiring and heartwarming story of August Pullman, a boy with facial differences who enters fifth grade, attending a mainstream elementary school for the first time.
Lady Bird- This coming-of-age tale set in 2002 Sacramento centers on Christine McPherson, an eccentric teenager who prefers to go by the name “Lady Bird.” Over the course of her senior year of high school, Lady Bird deals with the pangs of first love and clashes with her mother over her plans for the future.
Murder On The Orient Express (2017)- In 1930s Europe, legendary detective Hercule Poirot probes a murder that occurs aboard the luxury train known as the Orient Express. As the thirteen passengers grow paranoid that the killer will strike again, Poirot realizes there’s more to the case than meets the eye.
Daddy’s Home 2- Stepfather Brad and biological dad Dusty have set aside their differences, and are content to work together to care for their children. However, their family get-together at Christmas is complicated by the arrival of Brad’s fusty dad and Dusty’s hell-raising pop show up for an exciting family event.
Thor: Ragnarok– After being imprisoned in the other side of the universe, Thor finds himself amidst a galactical battle against his ally in the human world, Hulk. This adventure leads him to fight the all-powerful Hela and stop her from destroying his home, Asgard.
Roman J Isreal, Esq.- Roman J. Israel is a brilliant, stubbornly dedicated lawyer who has spent his life doing pro bono work for little financial reward. When his legal partner dies and he ends up at a tonier law firm, Israel gets involved in a complicated murder case that offers him an opportunity to get rich if he compromises his ethics.
The Billboards Outside Ebbing Missouri- Frustrated with the lack of progress by the local police in finding those responsible for the brutal murder of her daughter, a mother installs three controversial billboards on the edge of town to goad the department into action.
