It’s prime summer movie time! After last weekend didn’t bring much to the table at the theater, this weekend shows more promise. So, what should you see?
The Lion King
Starring: Donald Glover, Beyonce, James Earl Jones, Seth Rogen
Disney’s latest live-action update roars into theaters this weekend. The 90’s classic has an impressive voice cast and is sure to be a huge summer hit.
The Farewell
Starring: Awkwafina, Tzi Ma, Diana Lin
The Farewell has been praised since the Sundance Film Festival in January. The film follows a Chinese family who discovers their grandmother is dying. When confronted with the news, they decide to keep it a secret from her and throw a big family gathering to make memories before she dies. Awkwafina takes on a more serious role in the film leading to critical praise. It is in limited release this weekend and expanding each week.
The Art of Self Defense
Starring: Jesse Eisenberg, Imogene Poots, Alessandro Nivola
This dark comedy follows a man who takes up Karate to defend himself after being randomly attacked on the street, but things at the Dojo may not be exactly as they seem.