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Movies: ‘Mockingjay Part II’, ‘Spotlight’, ‘The Night Before’


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Wide-release film synopses from the Los Angeles Times. For full reviews of movies opening this weekend, see the Today section. 

OPENING TODAY

‘Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 2’ ***

Jennifer Lawrence is back for the fourth and final film in the YA franchise, which pits Katniss and friends against President Snow as they attempt to liberate the citizens of Panem. With Josh Hutcherson, Liam Hemsworth, Woody Harrelson, Elizabeth Banks, Julianne Moore, Philip Seymour Hoffman and Donald Sutherland. Written by Peter Craig and Danny Strong, adaptation by Suzanne Collins, based upon her novel, "Mockingjay." Directed by Francis Lawrence. (PG-13, 2:17)

‘The Night Before’ ** 1/2

Three longtime friends — Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Seth Rogen and Anthony Mackie — fend off adulthood while pursuing the ultimate Christmas party. With Lizzy Caplan, Jillian Bell, Michael Shannon and Mindy Kaling. Written by Jonathan Levine, Evan Goldberg, Kyle Hunter and Ariel Shaffir. Directed by Levine. (R, 1:41)

‘Our Times’

(Not reviewed)

In this Taiwanese teenage romantic comedy, Vivian Sung stars as Lin Zhen Xin, an ordinary high school student who has a crush on OuYang Fei Fan (Dino Lee), the most popular boy in school. In Chinese with English subtitles. (Not rated, 2:14) At Pearlridge West 16

‘Secret in Their Eyes’ **

An FBI investigator (Chiwetel Ejiofor) turns up a new lead in the murder of a young girl, a case that tore apart his team 13 years earlier. With Nicole Kidman and Julia Roberts. Written and directed by Billy Ray. (PG-13, 1:51)

‘Spotlight’ ****

A fact-based drama about the Boston Globe’s monthslong investigation of a cover-up of abuse in the Catholic Church. With Rachel McAdams, Liev Schreiber and Mark Ruffalo. Written by Tom McCarthy and Josh Singer. Directed by McCarthy. (R, 2:08) At Kahala 8

NOW PLAYING

‘The 33’ **

Dramatic telling of the 2010 Chilean mine disaster, when an international team raced the clock to rescue 33 miners trapped 200 stories below ground. With Antonio Banderas, Rodrigo Santoro, Juliette Binoche, James Brolin, Lou Diamond Phillips and Gabriel Byrne. Written by Mikko Alanne, Craig Borten and Michael Thomas, based on the screen story by Jose Rivera and the book "Deep Down Dark" by Hector Tobar. Directed by Patricia Riggen. (PG-13, 2:00)

‘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) At Kahala 8 and Pearl Highlands Stadium 12

‘Everyday I Love You’

(Not reviewed)

Audrey (Liza Soberano) has to choose between an ambitious man who works for a TV company (Enrique Gil) and her boyfriend (Gerald Anderson). In Filipino with English subtitles. (Not rated, 2:02) At Pearlridge West

‘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)

‘The Last Witch Hunter’ * <img decoding=

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)

‘Love the Coopers’ **

Four generations gather for their annual Christmas Eve festivities, which are upended by unexpected guests and a surprising turn of events. With Alan Arkin, John Goodman, Ed Helms, Diane Keaton and Olivia Wilde. Written by Steven Rogers. Directed by Jessie Nelson. (PG-13, 1:47)

‘The Martian’ *** 1/2

Separated from his crew and presumed dead after a massive storm, an astronaut (Matt Damon) stranded on the red planet 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) At Ward Stadium 16

‘My All American’ ** 1/2

An undersized football player (Finn Wittrock) faces unforeseen challenges playing for fabled University of Texas coach Darrell Royal (Aaron Eckhart). With Sarah Bolger and Robin Tunney. Written and directed by Angelo Pizzo, based upon the book "Courage Beyond the Game: The Freddie Steinmark Story" by Jim Dent. (PG, 1:58)

‘The Peanuts Movie’ ***

Lovable loser Charlie Brown and his daring beagle, Snoopy, embark on fateful adventures. With the voices of Noah Schnapp, Hadley Miller and Alex Garfin. Written by Craig Schulz, Bryan Schulz and Cornelius Uliano. Directed by Steve Martino. In 3-D. (G, 1:33)

Room****

A young woman (Brie Larson) and her son (Jacob Tremblay) who have been locked in a 10-by-10-foot room for years carry out a daring escape and then must adjust to the world at large. With Joan Allen, William H. Macy and Tom McCamus. Written by Emma Donoghue. Directed by Lenny Abrahamson. (R, 1:58) At Kahala 8

Spectre** 1/2

A cryptic message from his past sends secret agent James Bond on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. With Daniel Craig, Christoph Waltz and Lea Seydoux. Written by John Logan, Neal Purvis and Robert Wade. Directed by Sam Mendes. (PG-13, 2:28)

Suffragette***

In early 20th century Britain, a working wife (Carey Mulligan) and mother (Helena Bonham Carter) join the fight to win women the right to vote. With Ben Whishaw, Brendan Gleeson and Meryl Streep. Written by Abi Morgan. Directed by Sarah Gavron. (PG-13, 1:47) At Kahala 8

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

Hawaii International Film Festival

For a complete listing of films go to hiff.org. For information, call 447-0577. Through Nov. 22 at Dole Cannery Stadium 18, Koko Marina and Doris Duke Theatre; $14; $12 seniors, military, students and children; $10 HIFF members

"The Metropolitan Opera: Lulu Live"

12:30 p.m. Saturday and 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2 at Dole Cannery Stadium 18, $25 (NR, 4:30)

Football: University of Hawaii vs. San Jose State

6 p.m. Saturday at Koko Marina and Koolau Stadium 10, $12

Royal Shakespeare Company: "Henry V"

Alex Hassell stars as King Henry. 7 p.m. Tuesday at Kahala 8, $20 (NR, 2:35)

National Theatre Live: ‘Coriolanus’

Tom Hiddleston stars as Coriolanus in the Shakespeare tragedy, produced by Donmar Warehouse. 2 p.m. Wednesday at Kahala 8, $20 (NR, 3:00)

MUSIC BOX FILMS

ARTHOUSE

DORIS DUKE THEATRE

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

NETPAC@25 all shows below are new entries

Ends today. The Network for the Promotion of Asia Pacific Cinema/USA (NETPAC) offers screenings, symposiums and public presentations in honor of its 25th anniversary. Filmmakers will be present to introduce their films and answer questions following the showings; $10, $8 for members. netpac-usa.org, hiff.org

>> ‘The Redfern Story’

12:30 p.m. today

Documentary about the National Black Theatre movement in the late 1960s and early ’70s, which culminated with the establishment of a political movement and creation of Aboriginal organizations. Directed by Darlene Johnson. (2014, Australia, 0:57)

>> ‘The Coffin Maker’

3 p.m. today

The sick daughter of a single, hardworking coffin maker accidentally dies after he gives her the wrong medication. Stuck with a large hospital bill and unable to obtain her body, he enters into an agreement with the unscrupulous owner of a funeral home. Winner of the NETPAC Award at the 2014 Hanoi International Film Festival. In Filipino with English subtitles. (2014, 1:42)

>> ‘Salesi: Hero to Love’

5:30 p.m. today with a reception, followed by screening of ‘The Hijra’ at 7:30 p.m., $25, $20 for members

This adaptation of the popular Indonesian folk tale "Mangir" is about a king who manages to conquer all provinces in the land except for the one ruled by the invincible warrior Salesi. The king uses his daughter to seduce and lure the warrior to the palace, but his plan backfires after they fall madly in love with one another. (2015, 0:10)

>> ‘The Hijra’

Indonesian director Garin Nugroho’s latest film about one of Indonesia’s greatest nationalists and one of the founders of Sarekat Islam, which inspired some of Indonesia’s most important political leaders in the 20th century. With English subtitles. (2015, Indonesia, 2:41)

MOVIE MUSEUM

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

‘Meru’

2, 3:30, 5 and 9 p.m. today; and noon, 3:30, 5 and 6:30 p.m. Sunday

Documentary about three climbers who attempt to climb Mount Meru in the Himalayas. Rated R. (2015, India/U.S., 1:27)

‘Northern Limit Line’

6:45 p.m. today and 4:30 and 8:45 p.m. Monday

Based on an actual incident in 2002, this film is about a South Korean patrol boat attacked by two North Korean vessels as it illegally crosses the Northern Limit Line. For ages 15 and older. In Korean with English subtitles. (2015, South Korea, 2:10)

‘The Man From U.N.C.L.E.’

Noon, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Saturday

An American agent and a KGB operative team up to save the world from a nuclear disaster. Rated PG-13. (2015, U.S./U.K., 1:56)

‘Land of Oblivion’ (‘La terre outragee’)

2 and 10 p.m. Saturday, and 2:30 and 6:45 p.m. Monday

In Ukraine, beautiful young Anya and a local fireman get married on April 26, 1986, but just hours later the nearby Chernobyl reactor melts down. For ages 12 and older. In French and Ukrainian with subtitles. (2011, France/Ukraine/Poland/Germany, 1:48)

‘On Probation’ (‘Tiempo de valientes’)

1:30 and 8 p.m. Sunday

A mismatched pair — a high-strung shrink on probation who must do community service for causing an auto accident and a hard-boiled cop with marriage problems — become a crime-fighting duo in this action comedy. For ages 13 and older. In Spanish with English subtitles. (2005, Argentina, 1:52)

‘Shaun the Sheep Movie’

4 and 7 p.m. Thursday

Delightful family film with no dialogue (except for some grunts, squeals and a "baaa-bershop" quartet) about a sheep who causes a crisis on Mossy Bottom Farm after deciding to take the day off. (2015, U.K./France, 1:25)

‘Paulette’

5:30 and 8:45 p.m. Thursday

Urban comedy about a foulmouthed and bigoted grandmother who finds redemption in becoming a cannabis dealer as her "gang of grannies" takes on organized crime in Paris. Rated R. In French with English subtitles. (2012, France, 1:27)

FRESH CAFE DOWNTOWN

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

‘Flamenco, Flamenco’

Director Carlos Saura’s sequel to 1995’s ‘Flamenco’ captures performances by older and younger artists alike as he collaborates with acclaimed cinematographer Vittorio Storaro in this lively film about Spanish culture, dance and music. (2010, 1:35)

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