One week from Friday, February 3, 2012

Hot ticket...

A Jack and Jill (PG): Successful advertising executive Jack Sadelstein dreads the annual visit of his twin sister, Jill, whose irritating habits soon turn him mad. Adam Sandler plays Jack and Jill in this comedy, which also stars Katie Holmes and Al Pacino. Cin
Journey 2: Mysterious Island (PG): Sean Anderson embarks on a rescue mission to find his grandfather, who is thought to be missing on a mythical island. His mum's partner, Hank Parsons, lends a hand. Starring Josh Hutcherson, Dwayne Johnson and Michael Caine. Also in 3D. Cin, Com
Man on a Ledge (12A): An ex-cop turned con threatens to jump to his death from a Manhattan hotel rooftop. A police psychologist tries to talk him down but things are not as straightforward as they appear. Thriller, starring Sam Worthington. Cin
Star Wars: Episode 1 — The Phantom Menace (in 3D) (U): The evil Trade Federation, led by Nute Gunray, is planning to take over the peaceful world of Naboo. Jedi knights Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi are sent to confront the leaders but not everything goes to plan. Sci-fi drama staring Liam Neeson, Ewan McGregor and Natalie Portman. Cin
The Muppets (U): Three fans of the muppets try to track them down after learning the muppet theatre is under threat due to oil drilling. After splitting up years ago, the trio discover Kermit lives in a Hollywood mansion and Miss Piggy is a fashion editor. Starring Jason Segel and Amy Adams. Cin
Young Adult (15): A fiction writer gets divorced and returns to her home town of Minnesota, looking to rekindle a romance with her ex-boyfriend, who is happily married with a newborn daughter. Comedy, starring Charlize Theron. Cin

Still showing...

Alvin Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (U): Cute kids’ animation in which Alvin, Simon and Theodore — plus chipette friends — find themselves stranded on a desert island when their luxury cruise holiday goes awry. There are songs and laughter galore until the loveable critters discover they are not alone on the island. Cin
A Monster in Paris (U): Set in Paris in 1910, the story focuses on a creature who lives in a garden and loves a beautiful, young singer. Animated comedy adventure in French, with subtitles. Cin, Com
A Turtle’s Tale — Sammy’s Adventures (U): A sea turtle which hatched in 1959 spends the next 50 years travelling the world while it is adapting to global warming. Animated adventure starring the voice of Melanie Griffiths and Tim Curry. Cin
Chronicle (12A): Three high school friends gain superpowers after making an incredible discovery. Soon, though, they find their lives spinning out of control and their bond tested as they embrace their darker sides. Sci-fi drama (also in 3D at Cineworld). Cin, Com
Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (U): Back in middle school after a summer vacation, Greg Heffley and his older brother, Rodrick, must deal with their parents' misguided attempts to bond them. Cin
Dolphin Tale (U): A story centred on the friendship between a boy and a dolphin whose tail was lost in a crab trap. Family drama starring Morgan Freeman. Cin
Puss in Boots (U): Animated spin-off starring the feisty feline from the Shreck films. Join Puss (Antonio Banderas) on a fast and funny adventure  as he crosses swords with outlaws Jack and Jill and matches wits with the streetwise, seductive Kitty Softpaws (Salma Hayek). Can he help Humpty Dumpty (Zach Galifianakis) pull off his greatest heist — stealing the goose’s golden eggs? Also in 3D. Cin
Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (12A): Sherlock Holmes and his sidekick, Dr Watson, join forces to outwit and bring down their fiercest adversary, Professor Moriarty. Crime drama directed by Guy Ritchie and starring Robert Downey Jr and Jude Law. Cin
The Artist (PG): As silent movie star George Valentin wonders if the arrival of talking pictures will cause him to fade into oblivion, he sparks with Peppy Miller, a young dancer set for a big break. Romantic drama with John Goodman and James Cromwell. Cin
The Descendants (15): A land baron tries to re-connect with his two daughters after his wife suffers a boating accident. Comedy drama starring George Clooney. Cin
The Grey (15): In Alaska, an oil drilling team struggle to survive after a plane crash strands them in the wild. Hunting the humans are a pack of wolves who see them as intruders. Thriller starring Liam Neeson. Cin, Com
The Iron Lady (12A): A look at the life of former Tory prime minister Margaret Thatcher, with a focus on the price she paid for her power. Drama starring Meryl Streep, Jim Broadbent and Richard E. Grant. Cin, Com
The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1 (12A): Teenager Bella Swann and youthful vampire Edward Cullen get married but the lovers' troubles have only just begun.Drama starring Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart. Showing on Wednesday (8) at 7.30pm. Med
Underworld: Awakening (18): When human forces discover the existence of the Vampire and Lycan clans, a war to eradicate both species commences. Horror starring Kate Beckinsale. Cin
War Horse (12A): A young man enlists to serve in the First World War after his beloved horse, Joey, is sold to the cavalry. Albert’s hopeful journey takes him out of England and across Europe as the war rages on. Drama directed by Steven Spielberg and starring David Thewlis. Cin, Com
 

Arthouse...

Le Quattro Volte (U): Set in Calabria, Italy, a lonely old shepherd, whose health is deteriorating, tends to his goats, who are the star performers with his dog. Showing on Wednesday at 7.30pm, at Ventnor Film Club. Ven

Travelling Light: In a remote village in Eastern Europe, around 1900, the young Motl Mendl is entranced by the flickering silent images on his father's cinematograph. Forty years on, Motl, now a famed American film director, looks back at his early life. It is broadcast as part of live National Theatre. Cin

Cinemas:
Cin — Cineworld, Newport www.cineworld.co.uk
Com — Commodore, Ryde www.reeltime-cinemas.co.uk/ryde.php
Med — Medina Theatre, Newport www.medinatheatre.co.uk/movies.shtml
Qy — Quay Arts, Newport www.quayarts.org
Ap — Apollo Theatre, Newport
Fre — Freshwater Memorial Hall