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Friday, July 18, 2014

In Theaters - THE PURGE: ANARCHY, SEX TAPE, PLANES: FIRE AND RESCUE

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Movies opening this week in theaters:

  • THE PURGE: ANARCHY (Universal Pictures / R / Wide)
  • SEX TAPE (Sony Pictures / R / Wide)
  • PLANES: FIRE AND RESCUE (Walt Disney / PG / Wide)

Synopses, details, critical reception, trailers, clips and more after the jump.


THE PURGE: ANARCHY


The Purge Anarchy

Official Synopsis

The New Founders of America invite you to celebrate your annual right to Purge. The Purge: Anarchy, the sequel to summer 2013's sleeper hit that opened to No. 1 at the box-office, sees the return of writer/director James DeMonaco to craft the next terrifying chapter of dutiful citizens preparing for their country's yearly 12 hours of anarchy. Returning alongside DeMonaco to produce The Purge: Anarchy are Blumhouse Productions' Jason Blum (Paranormal Activity and Insidious series), alongside Sébastien K. Lemercier (Assault on Precinct 13, Four Lovers) and Platinum Dunes partners Michael Bay (Pain & Gain, Transformers franchise), Brad Fuller (The Amityville Horror, A Nightmare on Elm Street) and Andrew Form (The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Friday the 13th).

Film Details

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  • Starring: Frank Grillo, Carmen Ejogo, Zach Gilford, Kiele Sanchez, Michael K. Williams

  • Director: James DeMonaco

  • Genre: Action, Horror, Thriller

  • Running Time: 103 min.

  • Rating: R for strong disturbing violence, and for language


Critical Reception

  • Rottentomatoes: 55% (38 fresh, 31 rotten, score: 5.3/10).
  • Metacritic: 50 out of 100 (13 positive, 10 mixed, 6 negative).




SEX TAPE


Sex Tape

Official Synopsis

Jay (Jason Segel) and Annie (Cameron Diaz) are a married couple still very much in love, but ten years and two kids have cooled the passion. To get it back, they decide - why not? - to make a video of themselves trying out every position in THE JOY OF SEX in one marathon three-hour session. It seems like a great idea, until they discover that their most private video has gone public. In a panic, they begin a wild night of adventure - tracking down leads, roping in friends, duping Annie's boss - all to reclaim their video, their reputation, their sanity, and, most importantly, their marriage.

Film Details

Sex Tape Poster
  • Starring: Jason Segel, Cameron Diaz, Rob Corddry, Ellie Kemper, Rob Lowe, Nat Faxon

  • Director: Jake Kasdan

  • Genre: Comedy

  • Running Time: 94 min.

  • Rating: R for strong sexual content, nudity, language and some drug use


Critical Reception

  • Rottentomatoes: 18% (15 fresh, 70 rotten, score: 4.1/10).
  • Metacritic: 37 out of 100 (3 positive, 14 mixed, 12 negative).




PLANES: FIRE AND RESCUE


Planes Fire and Rescue

Official Synopsis

When world famous air racer Dusty learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he shifts gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited super scooper Dipper, heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero.

Film Details

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  • Starring: Dane Cook, Ed Harris, Julie Bowen, Hal Holbrook, Wes Studi, Teri Hatcher, Stacy Keach, Cedric the Entertainer.

  • Director: Roberts Gannaway

  • Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy

  • Running Time: 83 min.

  • Rating: PG for action and some peril


Critical Reception

  • Rottentomatoes: 44% (24 fresh, 31 rotten, score: 5.2/10).
  • Metacritic: 48 out of 100 (9 positive, 14 mixed, 5 negative).