Wide-release film synopses from the Los Angeles Times.

OPENING TODAY

‘Coming Home’

Chinese star Gong Li’s exquisitely doleful face is one of cinema’s treasures, and it’s the only special effect that director Zhang Yimou needs to make his latest film, about a couple separated during the Cultural Revolution, feel like a return to social-realist intimacy after a stretch in the world of razzle-dazzle epic melodrama. Zhang and his sterling actors have made something fairly unforgettable about the tragedy of forgetting. With Daoming Chen. In Mandarin with English subtitles. (PG-13, 1:49)

‘Goodnight Mommy’

Beginning with a gentle lullaby and ending with a tightly packed wallop, this is one viscerally chilling, seriously unsettling horror film. Written and directed by Severin Fiala and Veronika Franz. In German with English subtitles. (R, 1:39)

‘Jem and the Holograms’

A small-town teen musician goes from viral-video sensation to global superstar, with her sisters in tow. With Aubrey Peeples, Stefanie Scott and Aurora Perrineau. Written by Ryan Landels. Directed by Jon M. Chu. (PG, 1:52)

‘The Last Witch Hunter’

As a warrior cursed with immortality continues his quest to rid the world of witches, an old foe returns from the dead. With Vin Diesel, Elijah Wood and Rose Leslie. Written by Cory Goodman, Matt Sazama and Burk Sharpless. Directed by Breck Eisner. (PG-13, 1:46)

‘Must Date the Playboy’

(Not reviewed)

A young woman (Jessy Mendiola) seeks revenge on her cheating boyfriend (Xian Lim) by asking her shy best friend (Kim Chiu) to make him fall in love with her. Directed by Mae Cruz-Alviar. In Filipino with English subtitles. (Not rated) At Pearlridge West

‘Steve Jobs’

Starring Michael Fassbender as the computer innovator and Kate Winslet as the woman who speaks up to him, this is a smart, hugely entertaining film that all but bristles with crackling creative energy. (R, 2:02)

‘Rock the Kasbah’

After being stranded in Afghanistan by his last remaining client, a washed-up rock manager tries to shepherd a gifted local singer to stardom. With Bill Murray, Leem Lubany, Kate Hudson, Zooey Deschanel, Danny McBride and Bruce Willis. Written by Mitch Glazer. Directed by Barry Levinson. (R, 1:46)

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‘Black Mass’

In 1970s South Boston, Irish mobster James “Whitey” Bulger (Johnny Depp) colludes with the FBI while eliminating his enemies. With Joel Edgerton and Benedict Cumberbatch. Written by Mark Mallouk and Jez Butterworth. Directed by Scott Cooper. (R, 2:02)

‘Bridge of Spies’

A fact-based drama about James Donovan, a hard-nosed Brooklyn lawyer recruited by the CIA to slip behind the Iron Curtain and negotiate a prisoner swap in 1962. With Tom Hanks, Mark Rylance and Scott Shepherd. Written by Matt Charman, Ethan Coen and Joel Coen. Directed by Steven Spielberg. (PG-13, 2:15)

‘Crimson Peak’

Swept off her feet by a handsome stranger, a young woman in Victorian England is whisked to a house filled with spooky secrets. With Mia Wasikowska, Jessica Chastain and Tom Hiddleston. Written by Guillermo del Toro and Matthew Robbins. Directed by del Toro. (R, 1:59)

‘Etiquette for Mistresses’

(Not reviewed)

Romantic drama about five mistresses who share one secret. Based on the novel by Julie Yap-Daza. With Claudine Barretto, Kim Chiu, Iza Calzado, Cheena Crab and Kris Aquino. In Filipino with English subtitles. (NR, 2:02) At Kapolei and Pearlridge West

‘Everest’

A fact-based drama about two rival expeditions to the top of Mount Everest that were struck by a massive blizzard in 1996. With Jason Clarke, Josh Brolin and John Hawkes. Written by William Nicholson and Simon Beaufoy. Directed by Baltasar Kormakur. In Imax and 3-D. (PG-13, 2:01)

‘Goodbye Mr. Loser (Xia Luo Te Fan Nao)’

(Not reviewed)

Comedians Shen Teng and Mai Li star in this Chinese box-office hit about a middle-aged loser who passes out drunk and is magically transported back to his high school years to pursue the girl who got away. (PG-13, 1:54) At Dole Cannery Stadium 18

‘Goosebumps’

The new boy in town and the girl next door must spring into action after accidentally releasing the monsters trapped in her father’s books. With Dylan Minnette, Halston Sage and Jack Black. Written by Darren Lemke. Directed by Rob Letterman. (PG, 1:43)

‘Hotel Transylvania 2’

Dracula opens his spooky hotel to human guests and puts his half-vampire, half-human grandson through monster boot camp in this animated sequel. With the voices of Adam Sandler, Selena Gomez and Andy Samberg. Written by Robert Smigel and Sandler. Directed by Genndy Tartakovsky. (PG, 1:29)

‘The Intern’

After discovering that retirement doesn’t interest him, a 70-year-old widower (Robert De Niro) becomes an intern at an online fashion site. With Anne Hathaway and Rene Russo. Written and directed by Nancy Meyers. (PG-13, 2:01)

‘The Martian’

Separated from his crew and presumed dead after a massive storm, an astronaut (Matt Damon) is stranded on the red planet and does everything he can to survive until he’s rescued. With Jessica Chastain, Kate Mara and Kristen Wiig. Written by Drew Goddard. Directed by Ridley Scott. In 3-D. (PG-13, 2:10)

‘Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials’

Having escaped from a massive maze into a post-apocalyptic wasteland, young survivors search for clues to their predicament. With Dylan O’Brien, Kaya Scodelario and Thomas Brodie-Sangster. Written by T.S. Nowlin. Directed by Wes Ball. (PG-13, 2:12)

‘Mission: Impossible — Rogue Nation’

With the IMF disbanded, secret agent Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his team face off against a shadowy group of highly trained operatives hellbent on creating a new world order. With Jeremy Renner and Rebecca Ferguson. Written and directed by Christopher McQuarrie. (PG-13, 2:11) At Dole Cannery Stadium 18

‘Pan’

A rebellious 12-year-old orphan (Levi Miller) is whisked away to a fantastical world of pirates, warriors and fairies in this film inspired by the Peter Pan mythos. With Hugh Jackman, Garrett Hedlund and Rooney Mara. Written by Jason Fuchs. Directed by Joe Wright. In 3-D and Imax. (PG, 1:51)

‘Sicario’

In the lawless area around the U.S.-Mexican border, an idealistic FBI agent (Emily Blunt) is enlisted by an elite government task force for a clandestine mission. With Benicio Del Toro and Josh Brolin. Written by Taylor Sheridan. Directed by Denis Villeneuve. (R, 2:01)

‘The Walk’

Philippe Petit’s infamous high-wire walk between the World Trade Center towers in 1974 is the basis for this drama. With Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Ben Kingsley and Charlotte Le Bon. Written by Robert Zemeckis and Christopher Browne. Directed by Zemeckis. In Imax and 3-D. (PG, 2:03)

‘War Room’

A husband and wife’s lives take an unexpected turn when the latter’s new client challenges her to fight for her family through prayer. With Priscilla Shirer, T.C. Stallings and Alex Kendrick. Written by Alex Kendrick and Stephen Kendrick. (PG, 1:20) At Dole Cannery Stadium 18 and Kapolei

‘Woodlawn’

Inspirational drama about the unity and success of the Woodlawn High School football team against a backdrop of racial tension in 1973 Birmingham, Ala. With Caleb Castille, Sean Astin and C. Thomas Howell. Written by Jon Erwin and Quinton Peeples. Directed by Jon Erwin and Andrew Erwin. (PG, 2:03) At Dole Cannery Stadium 18

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

‘Boruto: Naruto the Movie’

Noon Saturday at Ward Stadium 16, $10

In this 11th animated “Naruto” film, Naruto is the Seventh Hokage of Konohagakure and the five ninja countries are at peace, while Naruto’s son Boruto prepares for exams.

Ed Sheeran X Tour at Wembley Stadium

12:55 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 7:30 p.m. Monday at Dole Cannery Stadium 16, $17 (2:30)

TCM Presents: ‘Dracula’ Double Feature

2 and 7 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday at Dole Cannery Stadium 18, $13 (3:10)

Along with the iconic Bela Lugosi version from 1931, horror fans will have the opportunity to see the Spanish-language version shot at night with a different cast; with a special introduction from Turner Classic Movies.

‘Stray Dog’

7:30 p.m. Monday at Mililani 14, $11.50

A revealing documentary portrait of Ron Hall, a Vietnam War veteran, biker, rural Missouri trailer park manager, dog lover and family man married to a Mexican immigrant. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Debra Granik (“Winter’s Bone”). In English and Spanish, with English subtitles. (Not rated, 1:38)

‘Chondra Pierce: Laughing in the Dark’

7 p.m. Tuesday at Dole Cannery Stadium 18, $13

An intimate look into the Christian comedian’s life “as she struggles with loss, separation, tragedy and depression and finds hope and life through her relationship with God and her fans.” With a Q&A session and appearances by Roma Downey, Dave Ramsey, Sherri Shepherd and Duck Dynasty’s Miss Kay Robertson. (2:15)

‘Attack on Titan: Part Two’

7 p.m. Tuesday at Ward Stadium 16, $12.25 (1:32)

In this anime film, survivors are living in peace until a Titan breaches the wall that protects humans.

National Theatre Live: ‘Hamlet’

7 p.m. Tuesday and 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kahala 8, $30

The recording-breaking London production starring Benedict Cumberbatch. (PG-13, 4:00)

Hitchcocktober: ‘Psycho’

7 p.m. Thursday at Ward Stadium 16, $7 (R, 1:49)

John Carpenter’s ‘Halloween’

7:30 p.m. Thursday at Dole Cannery Stadium 18, $15.70 (R, 1:50)

Arthouse

DORIS DUKE THEATRE

Honolulu Museum of Art, 900 S. Beretania St. (532-8768, honolulumuseum.orghonolulumuseum.org)

Japanese Cinema Spotlight 2015

Runs through Oct. 31.

“Weird and wonderful, fabulous and fantastical” screenings, ranging from cute to creepy and violent, just in time for Halloween.

>> ‘Jellyfish Eyes’

1 p.m. today

A whimsical, colorful animated film debut from Japanese visual artist Takashi Murakami (known for his collaborations with Louis Vuitton): After his father dies, a young boy and his mother move into a country town where he makes an unlikely friend: a flying jellyfishlike sprite. In Japanese with English subtitles. (2013, Japan, 1:41)

>> ‘Attack on Titan, Part Two: End of the World’

7:30 p.m. Tuesday

In this anime sequel, Eren and a band of heroes are on a mission to restore The Wall against the giant man-eating Titans, but the beastlike creatures refuse to give up. In Japanese with English subtitles. (2015, Japan, 1:27)

>> ‘Kuroneko’

1 p.m. Wednesday

In this second horror film from director Kaneto Shindo, the governor summons a war hero to confront a demon that is haunting the Rajomon Gate and ripping out the throats of samurai in the grove, but what the hero sees are two beautiful women who look just like his lost mother and wife. (1968, Japan, 1:39)

>> ‘Love Live! The School Idol Movie’

7:30 p.m. Wednesday

Based on the anime series, this film picks up after its second season and finds third-year students of Otonokizaka High School approaching graduation. The school idol group, which initially formed to prevent the school from closing, becomes champions of the school tournament. Afterward, students must prepare for an even bigger performance. In Japanese with English subtitles. (2015, Japan, 1:44)

>> ‘June Bride: Redemption of a Yakuza’

1 p.m. Thursday

This moving documentary, narrated by Tatsuya Shindo himself, tells the story as a gangster who managed to leave the gangster life in the nick of time by redeeming himself as a pastor. (2015, Japan/U.S., 1:20)

>> ‘Godzilla: The Japanese Original’

7:30 p.m. Thursday

There have been many sequels, remakes and comics of Japan’s most famous sci-fi/monster film. This 98-minute, original “Godzilla,” which includes an all-Japanese cast and special effects by legendary Eiji Tsuburaya, was released in an hourlong, cut and re-edited version in North America in 1958. In Japanese with English subtitles. (1954, Japan, 1:38)

HI SK8 Films 2015

Runs today-Sunday. Opening-night reception, 6-7:30 p.m. today. Meet filmmakers and skaters, enjoy live music and check out a pop-up display of local skate art and photography.

6 p.m. today and 7:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. $10, $8 for members, free for students under age 17.

Experimental short films feature the talents of local skaters and bring together veteran directors and rising filmmakers from across the islands and around the Pacific.

Opera on Screen: ‘The Three Tenors in Concert’

1 p.m. Sunday and 12:30 p.m. Tuesday; $20, $18 for members

Luciano Pavarotti, Placido Domingo and Jose Carreras created magic together in July 1990 when they met onstage at the Baths of Caracalla in Rome and formed the Three Tenors. (1995, Italy, 1:26)

MOVIE MUSEUM

3566 Harding Ave. (735-8771); $5, $4 members

‘Thesis on a Homicide’ (‘Tesis sobre un homicidio’)

11 a.m. and 2:45, 4:45 and 8:30 p.m. today; 1:15, 5 and 8:45 p.m. Monday; and 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Thursday

Peering out of their classroom window, a law professor and his students are able to see the body of a dead young woman in the parking lot of an Argentine university. After following a tenuous trail of clues, the law professor begins to suspect one of his students. For ages 15 and older. In Spanish with English subtitles. (2013, Argentina/Spain, 1:46)

‘Dracula: Prince of Darkness’

1 and 6:45 p.m. today and 1:30 and 7 p.m. Thursday

Directed by Terence Fisher, this eerie ’60s film opens with the climax of Count Dracula’s destruction from Fisher’s ‘Dracula,’ followed by the count’s ceremonious resurrection by his servant as English tourists take shelter in his Gothic castle. For ages 15 and older. (1966, U.K., 1:30)

‘Jurassic World’

Noon, 2:15, 4:30, 6:45 and 9 p.m. Saturday

After 10 successful years, sales are taking a dip at the Jurassic World theme park. A geneticist engineers a brainy super-Rex to generate interest, but it manages to escape and endangers the lives of thousands. With Chris Pratt, Bryce Dallas Howard, Irfan Khan, Omar Sy, Vincent D’Onofrio and B.D. Wong. Rated PG-13. (2015, U.S./China, 2:04)

‘Unit 7’ (‘Grupo 7’)

Noon, 3:30, 7 and 8:45 p.m. Sunday

Four cops are assigned to clean up the crime-ridden streets of Seville in preparation for the big Expo 92 event, but as the situation clears up, they start becoming indistinguishable from the bad guys. For ages 17 and older. In Spanish with English subtitles. (2012, Spain, 1:36)

‘Quatermass and the Pit’

1:45 and 5:15 p.m. Sunday ; and 11:30 a.m., and 3:15 and 7 p.m. Monday

In this sci-fi horror film, 5-million-year-old hominid skeletons and a missile made of no known earthly metals are unearthed in a London subway. Government officials declare the site to be a German propaganda hoax from World War II, but a rocket scientist and anthropologist knows it dates back further to a more ancient and evil time. For ages 10 and older. (1967, U.K., 1:37)

‘The Wicker Man’

3:15 and 8:45 p.m. Thursday

A devoutly Christian police sergeant investigates the disappearance of a child on a small Scottish island inhabited by modern pagans and led by the charming Lord Summerisle. This cult classic is being presented in the rare extended version, praised highly by late film critic Roger Ebert. (1973, U.K., 1:40)

FRESH CAFE DOWNTOWN

Monday Dinner Theatre, 7 p.m. Monday, 1111 Nuuanu Ave. (436-4326); $5 at the door

‘Young Frankenstein’

This parody directed by Mel Brooks, written primarily by Gene Wilder, features Madeline Kahn as Dr. Frankenstein’s fiancee and eventual bride, Cloris Leachman as the intimidating Frau Blucher, Teri Garr as the distracting laboratory assistant and Marty Feldman as Igor, the alternating hunchback. (1974, 1:46)

HAWAII FILMMAKERS COLLECTIVE

Hawaii Women in Filmmaking, 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, 3167 Waialae Ave., free.

>> Jenny Fraser and ‘Solid Screen’

Talk story with the Aboriginal screen maker from Australia and view short films from the International Indigenous Women Screen Festival.