Gotta See entertainment | goTTA SEE By lisa marie <strong>December</strong> 7 Schindler’s List which won seven Oscars in 1994 is being re-released for its 25th anniversary. This true story follows the enigmatic Oskar Schindler (Liam Neeson), who saved the lives of more than 1,100 Jews during the Holocaust. It is the triumph of one man who made a difference and the drama of those who survived one of the darkest chapters in human history because of what he did. The cast also includes Ben Kingsley, Ralph Fiennes among many others. <strong>December</strong> 14 Mortal Engines — Thousands of years after civilization was destroyed by a cataclysmic event, humankind has adapted, and a new way of living has evolved. Gigantic moving cities now roam the Earth, ruthlessly preying upon smaller traction towns. Tom Natsworthy (Robert Sheehan) who hails from a Lower Tier of the great traction city of London finds himself fighting for his own survival after he encounters the dangerous fugitive Hester Shaw (Hera Hilmar). The Mule — For movie director Clint Eastwood, this is his second film this year, and one he also stars in. Earl Stone (Eastwood), a man in his 80s who is broke, alone, and facing foreclosure of his business when he is offered a job that simply requires him to drive. However, he surprisingly is caught up in a Mexican drug cartel, transporting cocaine through Michigan. The cast includes Bradley Cooper, Laurence Fishburne, Michael Peña, Dianne Wiest, Andy Garcia and more. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse — Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the creative minds behind “The Lego Movie” and “21 Jump Street,” bring their unique talents to a fresh vision of a different Spider-Man Universe, with a groundbreaking visual style that’s the first of its kind. “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” introduces Brooklyn teen Miles Morales, and the limitless possibilities of the Spider-Verse, where more than one can wear the mask. Emily blunt “Mary poppins returns” <strong>December</strong> 19 Mary Poppins Returns starring Emily Blunt as a young Mary Poppins. Set in Depression-era London, a now-grown Jane and Michael Banks, along with their three children, are visited by the enigmatic Mary Poppins. Through her unique magical skills, and with the aid of her friend Jack, played by Lin-Manuel Miranda, she helps the family rediscover the joy and wonder missing in their lives. The cast includes Ben Whishaw, Emily Mortimer, Colin Firth, Meryl Streep, along with Julie Walters as the Banks’ housekeeper Ellen. The film also introduces three new Banks’ kids which are played by Pixie Davies, Nathanael Saleh, and Joel Dawson. <strong>December</strong> 21 Aquaman — Following the events of the Justice League movie, Arthur Curry (Jason Momoa), the reluctant ruler of the underwater kingdom of Atlantis, is caught in a battle between surface dwellers that threaten his oceans and his own people, who are ready to lash out and invade the surface. “Aquaman” is directed by Australian filmmaker James Wan. Bumblebee — On the run in the year 1987, Bumblebee finds refuge in a junkyard in a small Californian beach town. Charlie (Hailee Steinfeld), on the cusp of turning 18 and trying to find her place in the world, discovers Bumblebee, battle-scarred and broken. When Charlie revives him, she quickly learns this is no ordinary, yellow VW bug. Holmes and Watson — A new comedy from another time. A humorous new take on Arthur Conan Doyle’s classic mysteries featuring Sherlock Holmes (Will Ferrell) and Doctor Watson (John C Reilly) bumbling around vintage London. The full cast includes Kelly Macdonald, Rebecca Hall, Lauren Lapkus, Noah Jupe, Hugh Laurie as Mycroft, Pam Ferris, Bella Ramsey, Rob Brydon, Kieran O’Brien, Bronson Webb, and Jordan Long; with Ralph Fiennes as Moriarty. Second Act is a comedy in the vein of Working Girl and Maid In Manhattan. Jennifer Lopez stars as Maya, a 40-year-old woman struggling with frustrations from unfulfilled dreams. Until, that is, she gets the chance to prove to Madison <strong>Ave</strong>nue that street smarts are as valuable as book smarts, and that it is never too late for a “Second Act.” Welcome to Marwen — When a devastating attack shatters Mark Hogancamp (Carell) and wipes away all memories, no one expected recovery. Putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous town where he can heal and be heroic. As he builds an astonishing art installation--a testament to the most powerful women he knows--through his fantasy world, he draws strength to triumph in the real one. This is a true story, and many of you may have seen the documentary about Mark Hogancamp already. <strong>December</strong> 25 On the Basis of Sex — The film tells an inspiring and spirited true story that follows young lawyer Ruth Bader Ginsburg as she teams with her husband Marty to bring a groundbreaking case before the U.S. Court of Appeals and overturn a century of gender discrimination. The feature will premiere in <strong>2018</strong> in line with Justice Ginsburg’s 25th anniversary on the Supreme Court. Vice explores the epic story about how a bureaucratic Washington insider quietly became the most powerful man in the world as Vice President to George W. Bush, reshaping the country and the globe in ways that we still feel today. Stars Christian Bale, Steve Carell, Amy Adams and more. 46 | <strong>December</strong> <strong>2018</strong> | www.<strong>Atlantic</strong><strong>Ave</strong><strong>Magazine</strong>.com
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