This weekend in theaters we have a new animated feature that should have no problem in taking over the box-office. The "Despicable Me" spinoff "Minions" may not have impressed critics much, but it has the best chance to top the charts, especially since its only competition consists of Tarsem Singh's sci-fi thriller "Self/Less" (a genre that doesn't bring in a lot of money these days, unless it's Marvel) and the Blumhouse horror flick "The Gallows". The latter will no doubt recover its micro-budget, but doesn't look like it's going to break any records. One of the more notable limited releases this week is the drama "Boulevard" featuring one of Robin Williams' final performances, and according to the critics it's a really good one, too. More about each movie after the jump.
Synopses, details, critical reception, trailers, clips and more after the jump.
MINIONS
Official Synopsis
The story of Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's Minions begins at the dawn of time. Starting as single-celled yellow organisms, Minions evolve through the ages, perpetually serving the most despicable of masters. Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters-from T. rex to Napoleon-the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression. But one Minion named Kevin has a plan, and he-alongside teenage rebel Stuart and lovable little Bob-ventures out into the world to find a new evil boss for his brethren to follow. The trio embarks upon a thrilling journey that ultimately leads them to their next potential master, Scarlet Overkill (Academy Award (R) winner Sandra Bullock), the world's first-ever female super-villain. They travel from frigid Antarctica to 1960s New York City, ending in mod London, where they must face their biggest challenge to date: saving all of Minionkind...from annihilation.
Film Details
- Starring: Sandra Bullock, Jon Hamm, Michael Keaton, Allison Janney, Steve Coogan, Geoffrey Rush, Steve Carell, Hiroyuki Sanada
- Director: Kyle Balda, Pierre Coffin
- Genre: Animation, Comedy, Family
- Running Time: 91 min.
- Rating: PG for action and rude humor
Critical Reception
- Rottentomatoes: 55% (78 fresh, 63 rotten, score: 5.9/10).
- Metacritic: 56 out of 100 (15 positive, 17 mixed, 3 negative).
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SELF/LESS
Official Synopsis
In this provocative psychological science fiction thriller, an extremely wealthy man (Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley) dying from cancer undergoes a radical medical procedure that transfers his consciousness into the body of a healthy young man (Ryan Reynolds). But all is not as it seems when he starts to uncover the mystery of the body's origin and the secret organization that will kill to protect its cause.
Film Details
- Starring: Ryan Reynolds, Ben Kingsley, Natalie Martinez, Matthew Goode, Derek Luke, Victor Garber, Michelle Dockery, Jaynee-Lynne Kinchen
- Director: Tarsem Singh
- Genre: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Mystery
- Running Time: 116 min.
- Rating: PG-13 for sequences of violence, some sexuality, and language
Critical Reception
- Rottentomatoes: 22% (17 fresh, 62 rotten, score: 4.5/10).
- Metacritic: 35 out of 100 (2 positive, 15 mixed, 12 negative).
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THE GALLOWS
Official Synopsis
Twenty years after a deadly freak accident at a high school play, a misguided attempt to re-stage the play and honor the student proves that some things are better left in the past.
Film Details
- Starring: Reese Mishler, Pfeifer Brown, Ryan Shoos, Cassidy Gifford, Price T. Morgan
- Director: Travis Cluff, Chris Lofing
- Genre: Horror
- Running Time: 81 min.
- Rating: R for some disturbing violent content and terror
Critical Reception
- Rottentomatoes: 13% (7 fresh, 47 rotten, score: 3.2/10).
- Metacritic: 30 out of 100 (3 positive, 6 mixed, 13 negative).
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BOULEVARD
Official Synopsis
A devoted husband in a marriage of convenience is forced to confront his secret life.
Film Details
- Starring: Robin Williams, Bob Odenkirk, Roberto Aguire, Kathy Baker, Giles Matthey, Bob Odenkirk, Roberto Aguire, Kathy Baker, Giles Matthey
- Director: Dito Montiel
- Genre: Drama
- Running Time: 88 min.
- Rating: R for language and sexual content.
Critical Reception
- Rottentomatoes: 52% (14 fresh, 13 rotten, score: 5.9/10).
- Metacritic: 54 out of 100 (5 positive, 8 mixed, 1 negative).
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